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by Griff
Thu May 15, 2008 10:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hey Jeremy, where ya goin???
Replies: 31
Views: 2922

awp101 wrote:PCS or TDY? I didn't think they needed any Marines in Indy...:lol:
:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: Just a couple to try convincing gullible young men that they need to join up! :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

Only kidding Jeremy! :wink:
by Griff
Thu May 15, 2008 10:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: WIN 94 AE 357MAG
Replies: 9
Views: 1413

I bought a Trails end .357 that looks brand new last week for $300. I think I got lucky! Trigger was terrible at 7.5 lbs, I stoned the sear and cleaned up the hammer hook a bit and it's now right at 4 lbs. I ordered a couple trigger stop springs and hammer mainsprings from Browning and when they ge...
by Griff
Thu May 15, 2008 10:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Leverguns South African Safari Part 5
Replies: 12
Views: 1872

Looks like a justifiably proud hunter! Good shootin'! That will make one unique living room set! :lol:
by Griff
Thu May 15, 2008 10:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - Olofson Convicted
Replies: 54
Views: 6017

Uh... how 'bout... "Don't Loan Guns." Yeah, 'cause the next thing you know it will be a crime to hand one to someone else without a 4473. :roll: This isn't about the legal act of loaning someone a gun, it's about a railroad that has, for now, set the precedent that a broken gun can get yo...
by Griff
Thu May 15, 2008 3:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Okay, so maybe I'm cheap...
Replies: 17
Views: 2012

It's called, "frugal". Cheap sounds so much like... well... cheap!
by Griff
Thu May 15, 2008 2:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - Olofson Convicted
Replies: 54
Views: 6017

Uh... how 'bout... "Don't Loan Guns."
by Griff
Thu May 15, 2008 9:42 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - What to choose in a U.S.A. made SAA
Replies: 7
Views: 1231

My opinion will be flavored with the fact that I do a lot of cowboy action shooting. Since their rules dictate that you can only load 5 in a six-shot revolver, the safety thing is superflurous. The action on the Ruger Vaquero or New Vaquero (Vac Lite) DOES NOT feel like a Colt. More moving parts ins...
by Griff
Wed May 14, 2008 10:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Where to have the finish repaired RIght on my '94 trapper..?
Replies: 20
Views: 2388

In answer to your question: I have had Classic Guns Inc. recommended by a gunsmith I respect for refinishing my Winchester 94 projects. They'll be doing at least 3 in a color case hardened, and the other 3 will be blued. 5 of the 6 are post 64 scintered steel receivers.[/url]
by Griff
Wed May 14, 2008 10:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: rossi 92 357
Replies: 14
Views: 2861

bsaride wrote:If you are goin with silver I like these.
I have a pair and this shows each side.
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Those are awesome!

Terry, THAT was funny!
by Griff
Wed May 14, 2008 7:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Leverguns South African Safari Pt. 4
Replies: 11
Views: 1275

Very good, Joe! :D :D
by Griff
Wed May 14, 2008 6:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Which is more vauable?
Replies: 10
Views: 1314

Nate Kiowa Jones wrote:
O.S.O.K. wrote:Well, the original one could be restored by somebody like Trunbull and then it'd be worth a lot more.... even with the investment.
I agree. Plus it won't have all those silly add-on liability parts that don't hold up well over time. Restored 86's regularly bring 4 to 5 thousand and up.
BINGO!!!
by Griff
Wed May 14, 2008 4:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 44 Mag with Colt SAA "look"...
Replies: 21
Views: 3405

the virginia dragoon looked like a SAA and was very strong, and can be found for cheap; very reliable and accurate. http://gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.asp?Item=99837680 http://www.gunsamerica.com/994109594/Guns-For-Sale/Gun-Auctions/Pistols/Colt-Replica/VIRGINIA_DRAGOON_1776_1976_44MAG.htm One o...
by Griff
Wed May 14, 2008 4:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Browning 1886 Rifle 45-70?
Replies: 36
Views: 7851

Hey! It's Wed. and I haven't pics of your "new" rifle... did ya wait too long?
by Griff
Wed May 14, 2008 3:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Another Colt SAA (Bisley) to go with lever 38-40 pics.
Replies: 16
Views: 2255

Nice looking revolver, and in a rather uncommon caliber; congrats!
by Griff
Wed May 14, 2008 2:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Where to have the finish repaired RIght on my '94 trapper..?
Replies: 20
Views: 2388

Travis, I'm kinda with 20cows and Noah, but... when my son was 14-½, he'd been working for my neighbor/friend, a vetenarian, for almost 2 years, the vet broke his arm in a horse accident. He, with my approval, got the boy a hardship license to act as his chauffeur after school on his calls. At this...
by Griff
Wed May 14, 2008 1:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Who's King of the Timber Cartridges - Re-Formated For Voting
Replies: 54
Views: 7726

There are quite a number in that list that I like, several of which I don't own. I think "King" changes depending on just what woods you're talking about. Packaging is as important as the cartridge, I cannot separate the two.
by Griff
Mon May 12, 2008 7:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Wearing Camo While Hunting
Replies: 49
Views: 5986

Wearing hunter orange is no guarantee of not being shot while hunting, and not wearing it may provide the necessary concealment it its not accidental. Both are too long a story to relate here.
by Griff
Mon May 12, 2008 6:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester vs. Marlin which side to choose
Replies: 44
Views: 5479

You'll get no help from me! I can recommend either -- or both! If you want easy scope mounting, and a gun that is simplicity itself to take down for cleaning or repair, pick Marlin. If you want the slimmest, trimmest, easiest totin' rifle around, go Winchester. If you want the most accurate -- well...
by Griff
Mon May 12, 2008 6:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Action strength question
Replies: 12
Views: 2429

I havven't seen a Handi-Rifle in .50-110, if that's any indication.
by Griff
Mon May 12, 2008 3:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Browning 71 modified to straight stock
Replies: 25
Views: 3605

Congrats, fine job. finished projects are special!
by Griff
Mon May 12, 2008 3:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: First fox with winchester 9422M.
Replies: 18
Views: 2054

Good job GK.
by Griff
Mon May 12, 2008 12:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Unregistered firearms
Replies: 37
Views: 5152

Varies according to the State & jurisdiction you live in. God bless TEXAS!
by Griff
Mon May 12, 2008 11:56 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Leverguns South African Safari Pt. 3
Replies: 10
Views: 1574

WoW! The zoo or pictures, I can't imagine what it's really like to se such msgnificent animals in the wild!
by Griff
Mon May 12, 2008 11:51 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Leverguns South Africa Safari Pt. 2
Replies: 10
Views: 1258

Oh, be quiet my healous heart!
by Griff
Mon May 12, 2008 11:48 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Leverguns South African Safari results Pt 1
Replies: 22
Views: 3360

Jolly good, Sir! As I doff my cap respectfully! :mrgreen: :wink:
by Griff
Mon May 12, 2008 11:37 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-What not to use as ballistic test media
Replies: 4
Views: 822

That 15 foot distance mighta had an impact! Yep, pun intended! :lol: :lol: :lol:
by Griff
Sat May 10, 2008 2:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: My New Charcoal Burner's Not A Bar-B-Q (PICS ADDED)
Replies: 31
Views: 3228

Pete, that sure is a looker! Hope she shoots as well! :mrgreen:
by Griff
Sat May 10, 2008 12:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Wedding Day!!!
Replies: 26
Views: 3237

Condolences... "...and another bites the dust!" :P Seriously, congratulations! It's a GREAT day, soak it ALL in.
by Griff
Sat May 10, 2008 11:49 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I am not sure if my hunt was unsuccessful?
Replies: 5
Views: 777

Hobie wrote:I'd count that a good day... :D
Ditto! :lol:
by Griff
Sat May 10, 2008 11:33 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Best Gun Safe for the Money?
Replies: 30
Views: 3906

Disclaimers being somewhat worthless, you could post the sign, "Gunpowder Stored Inside". Makes 'em think before appling that cutting torch!
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by Griff
Sat May 10, 2008 8:05 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Win 1894 safety removal
Replies: 12
Views: 2214

Fine looking work, Ken.
by Griff
Sat May 10, 2008 8:03 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Best Gun Safe for the Money?
Replies: 30
Views: 3906

Look very carefully at the tags, warranty information and all documentation you can get your hands on BEFORE you buy the safe you THINK you want. Many of the "STORE BRANDS" are made by the same folks that build a less expensive line under their own label. Some are sold right alongside the ...
by Griff
Fri May 09, 2008 7:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Unusual Old Model 94?
Replies: 7
Views: 1482

Yep, the Cody letter is called for here.
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by Griff
Fri May 09, 2008 7:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: a genuine Hawken spencer plains gun:
Replies: 8
Views: 1179

Wow! Someone wanted that puppy! Interesting variation on a theme. Thanks for posting that.
by Griff
Fri May 09, 2008 7:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Casting with lead free solder
Replies: 48
Views: 5150

I thought a little ahead of you on this one. IF POSSIBLE, I think getting a special mold made, that imprints a bullet brand or logo into the tip of the bullet to make it easily identifyable to anyone with a current list of those approved brands. Not sure if a mold maker can do this or not, but woul...
by Griff
Fri May 09, 2008 7:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - What are you doing for Mother's Day?
Replies: 18
Views: 2090

I'm working, and will call my mom; and thank the Lord that I still can.
by Griff
Fri May 09, 2008 4:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: winchester 94 rebound hammer
Replies: 8
Views: 1528

I have a win with the rebounding hammer it doesnt bother me what is it you guys dont like about it?is there some kind of premature failer to it?or just a personal preference. What Joe said, it just don't "feel" right! I don't have a single AE 94 for the same reason; just as I like the 3 s...
by Griff
Fri May 09, 2008 4:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New here, but love leverguns. (pics)
Replies: 30
Views: 3693

I'm sneakin' up on 58 and havin' more trouble with iron sights also. I love the tang sight on my 94 Rifle, probably wouldn't be able to shoot more'n 50 yards without it. As it is, I'm still capable out to 200 or so, but do need to take my time and really focus. But, then, the same is true of a scope...
by Griff
Fri May 09, 2008 12:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Anybody else hooked on certain calibers/can't stand others?
Replies: 78
Views: 8393

Rimfire McNutjob wrote:...Why is Remington so enamored of the metric system?
Maybe it's that "DuPont" connection! :twisted:
by Griff
Fri May 09, 2008 11:24 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Firearm forum poll. An "OT" poll.
Replies: 39
Views: 4588

In order of preference; here, SASS Wire, Shiloh, CAS City, Cast Boolits, The Gunfighter Zone, The Frontier Spot. On almost all of the others on a read only basis, and only post on "on topic" issues. Don't feel as comfortable on them, even the SASS site, as most of those folks are new and h...
by Griff
Fri May 09, 2008 10:01 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: John's 1st buck
Replies: 5
Views: 755

Good lookin' buck. Don't ya just love how those .30-30s!
by Griff
Fri May 09, 2008 9:49 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What Shooters Like
Replies: 12
Views: 1917

I'd say since it's an open survey on the internet, no... it could have been asked of anyone.
by Griff
Fri May 09, 2008 9:45 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: '94 30/30
Replies: 13
Views: 2192

3" groups at 100 yds ain't too bad. But, it can be improved on... and a receiver or tang peep sight would still be a traditional sight and a definite improvement over the factory irons, for our older eyes.
by Griff
Thu May 08, 2008 11:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Anybody else hooked on certain calibers/can't stand others?
Replies: 78
Views: 8393

Naw, can't say that I do. http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d197/sass93/handle.jpg Usually have 4 different loads for .30-30 http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d197/sass93/30WCFs.jpg the above 3 150grainers along with the 125gr. HP to go in almost 30 examples in this caliber. (It will be 30 when the ...
by Griff
Thu May 08, 2008 8:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Old photo of young man with lever.
Replies: 20
Views: 3794

Heck, I'd say they even wore the same hat! That smaller pistol might be a S&W "Lemon-squeezer" with a long, 7" barrel.
by Griff
Thu May 08, 2008 5:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What a thrill!!!!!!
Replies: 33
Views: 5437

Nate's correct. A late '80s Rossi plated receiver '92 clone. The wife's has a "banner" on the right side in which she had her SASS alias engraved. http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d197/sass93/GriffsGirl-2.jpg The balance of the receiver is "stippled" with the "oak leaves&qu...
by Griff
Thu May 08, 2008 3:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: pre-64 Win 94 value
Replies: 8
Views: 1346

I'd have said that $200 a couple of years ago also... but... with today's pricing, I'd have to look at it in person, but possibly $5-600 isn't out of the question.
by Griff
Thu May 08, 2008 3:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Kind of OT- Are you a shooter or a hunter?
Replies: 70
Views: 7519

I'll take a day hunting over shooting. That's likely 'cause the days spent hunting are fewer and farther between than days shooting.
by Griff
Thu May 08, 2008 2:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New (to me) Levergun
Replies: 15
Views: 2004

That's just "SWEET"! Thanks for sharin' with us.
by Griff
Thu May 08, 2008 1:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - Civil Disobedience in CA
Replies: 38
Views: 5741

Trust me. The DFG people are bunny huggers with badges... Not so. I actually had one DFG Warden guide me on a hunt for a black bear that was "acting out" in an area along the John Muir trail. He'd checked my deer tag and kill the day before and asked, "do you have something appropria...

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