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by greasy dan
Fri Feb 05, 2016 3:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: UPDATED Please pray for Jeff Quinn
Replies: 69
Views: 8109

Re: UPDATED Please pray for Jeff Quinn

Prayers UP for Mr. Quinn
by greasy dan
Sun Apr 19, 2015 6:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Old West trip
Replies: 27
Views: 4019

Re: Old West trip

To "plowboy 45"... As much as I would like to post pictures, I don't think I will, as we took over 8,000 pictures and posted at least 75% of them on FBook.
by greasy dan
Sat Apr 18, 2015 9:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Old West trip
Replies: 27
Views: 4019

Re: Old West trip

Better late than Never... If any of you are interested in pictures of our "old West" trip, I posted the pictures on my FBook page under Albums, Dan & Kathy's Big Adventure, parts 1 thru 22. I am listed as Dan Rockett.
by greasy dan
Mon Jun 02, 2014 7:37 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Old West trip
Replies: 27
Views: 4019

Re: Old West trip

mark08: Thanks. Good info.
by greasy dan
Sat May 31, 2014 10:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Old West trip
Replies: 27
Views: 4019

Re: Old West trip

GRIZZ:... Thanks. That site was mighty helpful.
by greasy dan
Sat May 31, 2014 5:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Old West trip
Replies: 27
Views: 4019

Re: Old West trip

Mescalero: Proof of purchase might be a problem, as I paid cash for pieces I have bought, and never worried about keeping receipts. Always believed in Cash, a hand-shake, and a smile.
by greasy dan
Sat May 31, 2014 5:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Old West trip
Replies: 27
Views: 4019

Re: Old West trip

Malamute: We are flying into Vegas, arriving after 7pm, then leaving EARLY the following morning for Sedona. Thus, the reason for "Sedona". I have had a CCW permit for 10-years, and kinda like having it with me. I feel naked without it. I was unaware of any Rule saying I could Not pick up ...
by greasy dan
Sat May 31, 2014 1:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Old West trip
Replies: 27
Views: 4019

Old West trip

You are the smartest collective group of loyal Americans I know of, and since my Dad is not around anymore, I look to all of You for answers to tough questions. I will be visiting Vegas, Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, Wyoming, Utah, then back to Vegas... in about a month. Thinking of taking a Lever ...
by greasy dan
Thu Dec 13, 2012 8:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: UTAS
Replies: 7
Views: 1173

Re: OT - UTAS

Here are a couple vids on how they operate, and compare to the Kel-tec...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=23Y3uZOVPIU

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1oLijAxouVI

DR
by greasy dan
Thu Dec 13, 2012 5:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: UTAS
Replies: 7
Views: 1173

UTAS

I smiled a genuine smile today, for the first time in quite a while. I held one of THESE in my hands today.

http://www.utasturk.com/utas-turk-uts15 ... uts15.html

It is not mine, but I want one. Wow.
by greasy dan
Wed Aug 22, 2012 11:16 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Stolen Lever, two months ago
Replies: 6
Views: 872

Stolen Lever, two months ago

My son had a levergun stolen from his vehicle at about 3am in Tulsa, OK on June 18th. He was visiting family there. The stolen Lever is a EMF/Hartford stainless 24-inch octagon barrel in 45LC. The Levergun was previously "worked" by Nate Kiowa Jones. I have the Ser.No. if someone thinks th...
by greasy dan
Mon Apr 02, 2012 10:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Another question for our cop buddies.
Replies: 38
Views: 3701

Re: Another question for our cop buddies.

I am not a cop, but I have some friends who are. I see them quite often. They never ask if I carry, because they know I do... just as I know they do. It's just never mentioned. There are a couple scenerios to mention here: 1. As some of you have said "have your paperwork ready when the officer ...
by greasy dan
Tue Nov 08, 2011 10:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Locating a Firearms Trainer
Replies: 2
Views: 690

Locating a Firearms Trainer

This reporter (not me) is trying to document just how much trouble it is to be able to "own" a firearm. She is having difficulty locating a suitable Firearms Instructor in her area. I find the article interesting and a bit sad. Can any of you help her..?? http://www.washingtontimes.com/blo...
by greasy dan
Thu Aug 12, 2010 9:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: ?? for Waco area members
Replies: 12
Views: 2089

Re: ?? for Waco area members

Thanks for all the QUICK replies.
I just sent an email to the daughter containing this Post.
Since she is on the ground there in Waco, I will let her sort it out.

Thanks again.
by greasy dan
Tue Aug 10, 2010 8:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: ?? for Waco area members
Replies: 12
Views: 2089

?? for Waco area members

You guys are my Eyes and Ears to the World, with vast amounts of knowledge of things I never dream of. So, here's the question. Do any of you know an "honest" mechanic in the Waco, TX area.?? My baby is still in school at Baylor, and needs the rear brakes replaced on her 20-year-old Ford. ...
by greasy dan
Tue Sep 08, 2009 8:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: *ALERT* - the dangers of brake cleaner. Pretty harsh.
Replies: 43
Views: 17304

Re: *ALERT* - the dangers of brake cleaner. Pretty harsh.

I use that stuff all the time...

I use that stuff all the time...

I use that stuff all the
by greasy dan
Sun Jun 28, 2009 9:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Favorite pocket knife and why?
Replies: 75
Views: 7263

Re: OT - Favorite pocket knife and why?

Black Victornox Switzerland stainless. I have used every blade and contraption on it for my current Work. It is old, dirty, scratched, nicked, bent and I regularly pick my teeth (or tooth, if you live in KY) with the dirty toothpick... and my Father gave it to me... rest his soul.
by greasy dan
Sun May 31, 2009 10:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Texas Ranger Museum..??
Replies: 19
Views: 2956

Re: Texas Ranger Museum..??

Thanks for the pointer, Lefty Dude. I am badk in no-car right now, but I would like to visit Austin sometime. Matter-of-fact, I would like to make a month-long tour of Texas sometime, ifin I could talk the little lady into it. Like to visit the SW area, near the Rio. Maybe visit all those places mad...
by greasy dan
Sat May 30, 2009 6:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Texas Ranger Museum..??
Replies: 19
Views: 2956

Re: Texas Ranger Museum..??

to jumbeaux... If not on your suggestion, I would not have stopped at the Elite Circle Cafe. I entered the place, not expecting the best... after reading all the comments on the Net. Most rated it lower than George's. I was pleasantly surprised with the food and the service. My oldest daughter would...
by greasy dan
Sat May 30, 2009 4:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Texas Ranger Museum..??
Replies: 19
Views: 2956

Re: Texas Ranger Museum..??

We visited the Texas Ranger Museum today… spent a couple hours there… could have spent an entire day, if I were to read everything. Wow. Lots of different exhibits from differing time periods. I did not take any pictures, but cameras are allowed. Besides lots of pictures of current and by-gone Range...
by greasy dan
Fri May 29, 2009 8:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Texas Ranger Museum..??
Replies: 19
Views: 2956

Re: Texas Ranger Museum..??

Visiting my daughter at Baylor... we ate dinner at George's a little bit ago. http://www.georgesrestaurant.com/ Lots of cars and locals, we figured it was a good place. We will try the Elite Cafe for lunch or dinner after we visit the Tx Ranger Museum. Thanks for the arrowhead in the right direction.
by greasy dan
Fri May 29, 2009 3:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Texas Ranger Museum..??
Replies: 19
Views: 2956

Texas Ranger Museum..??

I am heading out to visit the Texas Ranger Museum tomorrow. Anything I should look for, or be particularly interested in..??
Will be thinking of you'all while I am there. :D

greasy dan
by greasy dan
Mon Mar 23, 2009 9:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How do you handle "The Question"
Replies: 69
Views: 6399

Re: How do you handle "The Question"

"I have One shotgun. It's always loaded... and always pointed at the door"
never tell 'em which door.
by greasy dan
Sun Mar 22, 2009 10:35 pm
Forum: Politics
Topic: FEAR PURCHASING....
Replies: 87
Views: 125167

Re: FEAR PURCHASING....

quote: Around here there is little to NO ammo at the gun shows. Where there used to be 2-3 ammo-only vendors there are now none. Where there were 1-2 component vendors, there are none. Hobie, These are the guys that run our show in Hickory. http://www.cegunshows.com/ Are they the same group up your ...
by greasy dan
Fri Mar 20, 2009 7:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Midwayusa service
Replies: 21
Views: 2619

Re: OT - Midwayusa service

Here too. A regular customer, and Great service. Most times... the things I order, get here before the money even leaves My account. Wow.
by greasy dan
Thu Mar 19, 2009 7:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My father did finally die
Replies: 40
Views: 4253

Re: My father did finally die

Bruce... You have had some Wonderful posts on this Forum. I am sure, like You... Your Dad was also a wonderful person. May his thoughts and memory always fill You and your family with Joy. This day... and those last days spent with him will continue to fill your thoughts for some time to come. I kno...
by greasy dan
Mon Mar 16, 2009 7:35 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: An ex-gungrabber's view on self defense and guns
Replies: 9
Views: 1303

Re: An ex-gungrabber's view on self defense and guns

The thing that bothers me most, is the fact that my own wife prefers to Not have a firearm within easy access, but rather has a firm belief that "the Lord will protect me". This belief, eventhough ALL 4 of her daughters are trained (though not necessarily trained well... yet) in the use of...
by greasy dan
Sun Mar 15, 2009 9:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: An ex-gungrabber's view on self defense and guns
Replies: 9
Views: 1303

Re: An ex-gungrabber's view on self defense and guns

hey Tycer...
Would you happen to have a web-link to that article..??
by greasy dan
Sat Feb 28, 2009 11:39 pm
Forum: Politics
Topic: FEAR PURCHASING....
Replies: 87
Views: 125167

Re: FEAR PURCHASING....

Went to the "loop hole" gun show today. I went only because I have been trying to buy some ammo from my usual sources, and seems they have all but dried up. Everything online (including cowboy ammo) is marked "sold out". Well, I found where all the ammo is... with the gun show ve...
by greasy dan
Mon Feb 16, 2009 9:16 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - tax question, sorta...
Replies: 17
Views: 2868

Re: OT - tax question, sorta...

dang Lawyers... $170 per hour... and people outa work... Sheeeesh. :shock:
by greasy dan
Mon Feb 16, 2009 9:14 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Leverguns.com site down all day
Replies: 5
Views: 896

Re: Leverguns.com site down all day

Sure did...
by greasy dan
Tue Feb 10, 2009 10:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - tax question, sorta...
Replies: 17
Views: 2868

Re: OT - tax question, sorta...

to MikeS... The only time the wife & I, as grandparents, considered "legal guardianship" was once, when our daughter was considering moving out to Ida-friggin-ho with the useless bass-tid. We discussed it, and decided if our daughter was foolish enough to move out there with HIM... the...
by greasy dan
Mon Feb 09, 2009 11:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - tax question, sorta...
Replies: 17
Views: 2868

Re: OT - tax question, sorta...

Thanks for the replies. I knew you all would have the right answers as usual. The daughter has an appointment with a "custody" lawyer later this week. I plan to go with her. And to mescalero1... thanks for the offer. Believe me, I have had similar offers from local varmint exterminators. Y...
by greasy dan
Sat Feb 07, 2009 6:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - tax question, sorta...
Replies: 17
Views: 2868

OT - tax question, sorta...

You guys know everything, so I need some advise. This is a new one on me. My second daughter went with me to the range last weekend... first time since she was about 5-years old. She is getting angry and afraid. She had a little girl over 3-years ago. The boy promised her the world, including marria...
by greasy dan
Wed Dec 31, 2008 11:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Year
Replies: 13
Views: 1288

Re: New Year

With the wife's family... so, obviously... I am on here.
Happy New Year to all Levergunners out there.!!!!!!!!!
by greasy dan
Wed Dec 31, 2008 2:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Let's have some fun with names
Replies: 142
Views: 167364

Re: Let's have some fun with names

hey Txpete...
Neat pic. That you..??
by greasy dan
Sun Dec 07, 2008 6:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How Many firearms do you own
Replies: 47
Views: 3989

Re: How Many firearms do you own

One double-barrel shotgun. It's always loaded, and always pointed at the door.
That's why I frequent this Leverguns site. :shock:
by greasy dan
Thu Oct 09, 2008 5:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bore too clean?
Replies: 16
Views: 1966

Re: Bore too clean?

I used to do Competition bench-rest shooting with my Dad, every weekend for a couple years. One thing we learned from shooting the same ammo all the time... If we really cleaned the barrel, it would take 5 to 10 shots to get the rifle to Zero in. We learned from much practice that it was better to j...
by greasy dan
Tue Oct 07, 2008 7:42 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: pistol suggestion to match with '92 in .357
Replies: 25
Views: 2404

Re: pistol suggestion to match with '92 in .357

Old model Vaquero in Stainless... http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.asp?Item=112292123 I have no connection whatsoever with this auction... just looked it up. However, I do have a similar piece. It will shoot any load that your Model 92 will handle. I have tried every load I could get in min...
by greasy dan
Mon Oct 06, 2008 8:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Reloading: Mag primers, what can I use them for?
Replies: 19
Views: 1756

Re: Reloading: Mag primers, what can I use them for?

What Sixgun and Modoc said...
I have used Magnum primers exclusively in cold weather 38spl and 357 SASS loads with Red Dot and Unique. Not a problem. Have also practiced in warm indoor range using the same.
Heck... use em up.
by greasy dan
Mon Oct 06, 2008 7:38 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Old photo of my Grandfather and leverguns.
Replies: 19
Views: 2096

Re: Old photo of my Grandfather and leverguns.

I really like Old photos, especially ones with Levers in 'em. Great stories too.
Thanks for posting.
by greasy dan
Mon Sep 08, 2008 7:41 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Airline Approved Gun Cases?
Replies: 6
Views: 1069

Re: Airline Approved Gun Cases?

to emphasize what dr walker said about post-911... The wife & I traveled from Columbus, OH to Tulsa last summer... taking my CCW along in our suitcase. Arriving in Columbus, on the return trip, the wifey wanted to stop in the little girls room before we picked up our bags. I waited patiently... ...
by greasy dan
Fri Sep 05, 2008 11:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Palin Pictures
Replies: 10
Views: 1655

Re: OT- Palin Pictures

The wife showed me some REAL pics of our future VP... check here:
http://www.mccainblogette.com/postings/ ... 0928.shtml
Lots of really neat and REAL pics on here. Enjoy... I did.
by greasy dan
Sun Aug 31, 2008 9:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Politics - McCain taps AK governor Sarah Palin as VP
Replies: 97
Views: 9666

Re: Politics - McCain taps AK governor Sarah Palin as VP

Tom Brokaw said this AM - Alaska is a small state. :shock: :shock: :shock: :shock: Brokaw :P :P :P Not ready for prime time. Kerry - the anti american lying traitor said she is Cheneyesque ???????? What ?????? Obama said "more of the same" What ????? What planet are these buffoons from? _...
by greasy dan
Wed Aug 13, 2008 11:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Let's have some fun with names
Replies: 142
Views: 167364

Re: Let's have some fun with names

I have been a mechanic most of my life, but GreaseMonkey just didn't fit here. I really like the music of Steely Dan, but didn't want to "steal" their name. When I joined SASS several years ago, I had to give it some Serious thought... thus, Greasy Dan.
by greasy dan
Tue Aug 12, 2008 9:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester 1892 lever action question
Replies: 11
Views: 1433

Re: Winchester 1892 lever action question

... same as above, with one addition...
Take pics... before & after. Then post them here.

Inheretence has Memories...
by greasy dan
Thu Aug 07, 2008 11:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Bisley grip or Std. SA grip ??????
Replies: 16
Views: 2394

Re: OT - Bisley grip or Std. SA grip ??????

I watch people. Seems to me that people who are comfortable with a S&W nearly always choose a Bisley over the "traditional" grip. Just an observation...
by greasy dan
Thu Jul 17, 2008 9:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Definition of a levergun
Replies: 28
Views: 2695

Re: Definition of a levergun

Here's a Thousand words...
Image
by greasy dan
Tue Jul 15, 2008 8:46 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-Hot Rods, Muscle cars, street rods, post'em up
Replies: 43
Views: 5868

Re: OT-Hot Rods, Muscle cars, street rods, post'em up

66-goat... Thanks for the advise... too much time working in a tire-shop... came to rely on floor jacks for quick work. She was almost 2 when her Mom took this pic... she likes to help me with the cars. I can't wait to get her behind a Levergun or a SAA. Locally... they are getting ready for the ann...
by greasy dan
Mon Jul 14, 2008 5:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-Hot Rods, Muscle cars, street rods, post'em up
Replies: 43
Views: 5868

Re: OT-Hot Rods, Muscle cars, street rods, post'em up

OK... I have to keep telling myself... "Thou shall Not covet..."
You guys have some really neat stuff..!!!!!!