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by scr83jp
Mon Oct 06, 2008 5:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Reloading: Mag primers, what can I use them for?
Replies: 19
Views: 1814

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

I think cci used to publish handouts about mag vs standard primers, mag primers have more brizzance when fired ie a brighter flash for improved powder ignition.I use mag large rifle primers in my 06 & 300wm.
by scr83jp
Sat Oct 04, 2008 12:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Moose in NY
Replies: 13
Views: 1756

Re: OT- Moose in NY

There were Alces americana (moose) sightings in the Hudson Valley a few years ago!
by scr83jp
Thu Oct 02, 2008 11:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - Gov Palin's Debate
Replies: 50
Views: 5216

Re: POLITICS - Gov Palin's Debate

She did an excellent job in my opinion .Fred Thompson caught SloJoe telling several false statements about McCain.
by scr83jp
Thu Oct 02, 2008 2:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - Gov Palin's Debate
Replies: 50
Views: 5216

Re: POLITICS - Gov Palin's Debate

Palin is the CIC of the Alaskan NG unit that is operational 24-7 she probably has a very high top secret security clearance & is briefed by high level fed officials with such info you don't talk to anyone about.I'd give the same response "I can see Russia from AK" When I was in the USA...
by scr83jp
Thu Oct 02, 2008 1:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Heavy bullet -45 LC loads for Marlin 1894-cowboy
Replies: 20
Views: 3787

Re: Heavy bullet -45 LC loads for Marlin 1894-cowboy

I purchased a bag of 100 Magtech 225gr 454casull .451diameter Solid Copper Hollow Points for $83.97 from midwayusa they've increased to $87.97.I'm going to load some for my 4 5/8" Rug BH 45lc,my 15" 454casull encore pistol & my 20" bullberrySW460 mag encore rifle.The pics of the f...
by scr83jp
Thu Oct 02, 2008 1:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: .45 Autos
Replies: 47
Views: 5176

Re: OT: .45 Autos

I purchased a mil surplus 1911A1 from the NRA in 1962 for $13.95 + shipping it rattled when I moved it and accuracy wasn't great so I traded it in for a $65 S&W Chiefs Special the dealer allowed me $25 for the 45.I bought a slightly used 1991A1 from a local dealer then it went to a pistolsmith f...
by scr83jp
Thu Sep 25, 2008 11:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - Where were YOU on 9-11-2001?
Replies: 50
Views: 5998

Re: POLITICS - Where were YOU on 9-11-2001?

I was at june lake in the sierras getting my float tube ready to head out on the lake for some trout fishing,that was cancelled when I heard the news,we sat in a 5th wheel watching the carnage.I still wish we would've had a pres with balls to launch strikes against all of the nations involved instea...
by scr83jp
Tue Sep 16, 2008 4:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - Yet another Obama gaffe: "Utay vs. Ute"
Replies: 18
Views: 2299

Re: POLITICS - Yet another Obama gaffe: "Utay vs. Ute"

OK...guilty as charged with the OT stuff, but I promise to get a range report up soon. :oops: I was watching a speech by Obama yesterday(for the brief 30 seconds I could stomach it) in Colorado and he was thanking those who had asked them to speak, including the "You-Tay" tribe. Now, I'm ...
by scr83jp
Mon Sep 15, 2008 6:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Uses for IMR 4759?
Replies: 26
Views: 11467

Re: Uses for IMR 4759?

In digging through my powders I found a can of IMR 4759. I can't find any recipes for what I shoot (.38/.357, .41 mag, .44 mag, .30-30 and .38-55). When I bought it, I was probably looking for 4756 and grabbed this by mistake. I've heard that 4759 was supposed to be a black powder substitute, but c...
by scr83jp
Mon Sep 15, 2008 6:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - How to keep hogs away from your deer feeder
Replies: 23
Views: 3036

Re: OT - How to keep hogs away from your deer feeder

It is easy to make a hog proof exclosure that will let deer in.
by scr83jp
Sun Sep 14, 2008 6:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .44/40 and large deer
Replies: 30
Views: 3030

Re: .44/40 and large deer

While I was at a local club I mentioned I was planning to go out for pigs with my Encore 454casull 20" Bullberry barreled Rifle using my own 45 colt handloads but these so called " all knowing individual experts "were dead set against my plan saying I should use at least a 44-40.I loa...
by scr83jp
Sun Sep 14, 2008 5:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Opinion on an 88 in 284
Replies: 20
Views: 2008

Re: Opinion on an 88 in 284

I just went to the 08 Blue Book 100% $500 add $150 for 284 ; 98% $450 + $150 Here's some more info : http://www.wisnersinc.com on mod 88 & 100's
by scr83jp
Sat Sep 13, 2008 10:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sims Barrel D-Resonator ?
Replies: 5
Views: 1011

Re: Sims Barrel D-Resonator ?

joachim slim wrote:has anyone used or had experiance with one of these? do they really work and improve accuracy?
I asked that question from some shooters who said it helped , the model I have won't fit my barrel another larger diameter D-Resonator probably will .
by scr83jp
Sat Sep 13, 2008 10:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 300 Win. Mag. in a Savage 99 ??
Replies: 17
Views: 1747

Re: 300 Win. Mag. in a Savage 99 ??

Whoever listed this has an error ? I've had many errors wait on me in sporting goods stores here in calif. I heard a clerk in Bass Pro tell a prospective customer the port in the barrel behind the front sight on the SS Revolver would move the barrel downward when he fired a round causing him to miss...
by scr83jp
Sat Sep 13, 2008 10:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 22 RIMFIRE FAVORITES
Replies: 128
Views: 49063

Re: 22 RIMFIRE FAVORITES

Ruger 10-22 Jeff Cooper Special mods from Midwayusa:,red dot scout scope, SS 23" match barrel,fajen laminated stock that fits my 6'2" large frame;very accurate.Remington Nylon 11 with Weaver B4 22 scope,shoots shorts,longs & long rifle, I use 22 cb caps on varmints with deadly results,...
by scr83jp
Wed Sep 10, 2008 11:19 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Melting Batteries for the Lead
Replies: 23
Views: 13199

Re: Melting Batteries for the Lead

One of my friends lived & worked for the sheriffs dept in 29 palms and watched when the base had sales,he found lots of good quality lead & tin bars plus lots of other goodies.The marines were clearing an area for new construction with mine detectors and kept getting loud responses,they brou...
by scr83jp
Mon Sep 08, 2008 11:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: copper bullets for 45-70
Replies: 10
Views: 1960

Re: copper bullets for 45-70

You won't need a copper bullet if you hunt outside of the condor area. That leaves you about 3/4 of the state to get a hawg. :D Most of the best areas for Sus scrofa are in the condor zone.Any area with year around running water is a place to check for pigs in fact there are several not far from th...
by scr83jp
Sat Sep 06, 2008 12:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin Cowboy -- Major Keyholes!
Replies: 19
Views: 3617

Re: Marlin Cowboy -- Major Keyholes!

How about this, an "on topic" post from me --if that's allowed... You know, I was always told that as a "3rd-generation locksmith", I knew my way around locks and keys and all, but I never expected to have this much luck with keyholes ! The picture below will say more than my wo...
by scr83jp
Sat Sep 06, 2008 12:19 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: copper bullets for 45-70
Replies: 10
Views: 1960

Re: copper bullets for 45-70

You won't need a copper bullet if you hunt outside of the condor area. That leaves you about 3/4 of the state to get a hawg. :D Most of the best areas for Sus scrofa are in the condor zone.Any area with year around running water is a place to check for pigs in fact there are several not far from th...
by scr83jp
Sat Sep 06, 2008 12:10 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: copper bullets for 45-70
Replies: 10
Views: 1960

Re: copper bullets for 45-70

Anyone know of any alternatives to the barnes 300 grain tsx for the 45-70? Being in kalifornia I will be forced to hunt pig with this bullet but my rifle likes 400 grain bullets. Anybody tried the 450 grain tsx? I purchased 2 boxes of barnes 250gr tsx 45-70 bullets that i'm going to load and try in...
by scr83jp
Thu Sep 04, 2008 8:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Yet another Brutal senseless Crime - Lake Station Indiana
Replies: 15
Views: 2066

Re: Yet another Brutal senseless Crime - Lake Station Indiana

OD wrote:darn animals.
That's a real tragedy, the victim will suffer all of her life but the perps probably won't get punishment to fit the crime knowing how the revolving door criminal justice system works in the USA they'll be out doing it again to someone else in a couple of years.
by scr83jp
Thu Sep 04, 2008 8:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What is best controlled expansion 45-70 bullet?
Replies: 29
Views: 5470

Re: What is best controlled expansion 45-70 bullet?

In your experience what is the best controlled expansion bullet, cast or commercial jacketed, for use on large soft-skinned game? By "controlled expansion" I mean the bullet will expand while losing little or none of its original weight. Bullets weight must be between 350 grains and 480 g...
by scr83jp
Thu Sep 04, 2008 4:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Accurate load for Savage 99 in .250-3000?
Replies: 6
Views: 1204

Re: Accurate load for Savage 99 in .250-3000?

I have a nice old 99 with the 1:14 twist barrel, and am having a hard time getting under 2 inches at 100 yards with handloads and bullets of 100 grains or less. Anyone else shooting this rifle with this twist getting better accuracy? Bore and crown are perfect. my old lyman reloading manual from th...
by scr83jp
Thu Sep 04, 2008 4:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Way OT....Good News...the perp has been caught...
Replies: 14
Views: 1820

Re: Way OT....Good News...the perp has been caught...

...Okay okay...he's the ALLEGED perp.....at any rate.... We had our garage broken into back in May and had a lot of fishing gear, tools, all of my archery gear, my range gear, some ammo, and some miscellaneous items stolen. Since then, we've settled with the insurance company and have replaced most...
by scr83jp
Thu Sep 04, 2008 1:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Politics ..., Obama's Experience??
Replies: 6
Views: 906

Re: OT: Politics ..., Obama's Experience??

I subscribe to Newsmax Magazine & www.newsmax.com , an email was sent with this headline "Obama Had Close Ties To Advisor of Saudi Billionaire" it's a very interesting article well worth reading!
by scr83jp
Thu Sep 04, 2008 1:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: ANNOUNCING: Grizzly Cartridges & Cast Performance Bullets
Replies: 10
Views: 2184

Re: ANNOUNCING: Grizzly Cartridges & Cast Performance Bullets

This is great news I've been using Cast Performance Bullets since reading an article in Handguns Magazine about taking out a trap wise coyote.Great bullets they've performed perfectly in my 45lc Ruger Blackhawk,454casull 15 inch Encore Pistol and 20 inch Bullberry sw460mag Encore Rifle .
by scr83jp
Mon Sep 01, 2008 2:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Where to buy levergun parts now???
Replies: 22
Views: 2615

Re: Where to buy levergun parts now???

Hey guys, It's been a while since I've been on here, and I see that sometime in the last year or so, that ebay no longer allows many gun parts to be sold. I need a half mag tube for an 1894 rifle (posted in the classified section) and I don't even know where to look now. If any of you guys can poin...
by scr83jp
Sun Aug 31, 2008 4:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Trim your brass
Replies: 2
Views: 772

Re: Trim your brass

Here's a site with some really good information on case trimming and inexpensive internal and external sizing lube that doesn't effect powders http://www.surplusrifle.com/shooting/brasstrimming/index.asp I switched to a L.E Wilson Trimmer over 30 years ago because they are precision instruments. GB ...
by scr83jp
Tue Aug 26, 2008 12:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Political - Obama picks Biden
Replies: 12
Views: 2218

Re: Political - Obama picks Biden

If McCain misses a chance to make a splash here he needs to fire his staff. The Gov of Alaska may be just what the Republicans need to win . Biden was a "safe" choice... experience and all (I dont like his gun posture)... Many see this choice as Obama wimping right into the "middle&q...
by scr83jp
Sat Aug 23, 2008 3:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: WARNING! Explicit bullet wound. Not for young eyes.
Replies: 32
Views: 5564

Re: WARNING! Explicit bullet wound. Not for young eyes.

CA had a program requiring juvi bangers & dui drivers to work in the county morgue as part of their adjudication so they could see firsthand the damage to victims of car accidents and murders.
by scr83jp
Sat Aug 23, 2008 3:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: O.T. Arkansas Timber question
Replies: 18
Views: 1844

Re: O.T. Arkansas Timber question

Just got through reading the Arkansaw thread and figured that with all the smarts on this forum I could find the help I need. I have a 60 acre property that I bought in 1986. It had just been select cut for trees over 16 inches. After 21 years, I would think there would be plenty of marketable timb...
by scr83jp
Thu Jul 31, 2008 12:36 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Scents and lures for black bear?
Replies: 18
Views: 2099

Re: Scents and lures for black bear?

Go to www.bearscents.com ,Peanut Butter works,carcasses of filleted salmon & steelhead,dead deer carcass or dead steer anything that stinks.A deputy friend of mine met an old logger in N Calif and asked him if there were any bear in the valley area below them,the old guy asked him soon do you wa...
by scr83jp
Thu Jul 24, 2008 10:41 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Political - Obama's latest gaffe
Replies: 21
Views: 2680

Re: Political - Obama's latest gaffe

The Lewis wrote:Tsabel, Can you come up with the youtube video link? I do not like this Obama...
I found a refernce to the July 2nd obie speech in the Dakota Voice. http://www.dakotavoice.com/2008/07/obam ... force.html
by scr83jp
Thu Jul 24, 2008 10:18 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Primer Source
Replies: 0
Views: 864

Primer Source

Anyone seeking Federal 210 or 215 mag large rifle primers Mid South Shooters Supply has them!
by scr83jp
Thu Jul 24, 2008 10:05 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gunsafe Horror
Replies: 13
Views: 1875

Re: Gunsafe Horror

All of my Blued Steel & Stainless Steel weapons have been cleaned of all external oils and or grease and coated with Trewax.We all learned about Trewax from our gunsmith who delivered all of the weapons he built & blued or serviced with a coating of Trewax.He said a minute amount of oil is o...
by scr83jp
Mon Jul 21, 2008 11:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Small Carry Gun - What do recommend?
Replies: 61
Views: 6674

Re: OT: Small Carry Gun - What do recommend?

Thinking about asking for a small carry gun for Christmas. I currently carry an XD9 and would consider somthing smaller. I had a M85 for a short while some years back but traded it in on a 1895G. Picked up a G36 the other day in the gunshop and liked the feel of the semiauto. Also like the feel of ...
by scr83jp
Sun Jul 20, 2008 11:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Some Barnes info
Replies: 19
Views: 3442

Re: Some Barnes info

Terry, this is a California thing, the last thing I wanted to do this summer was work on loads for copper bullets and sight in all over again. But I have to get ready for condor season. In fact, I can't even go scouting with a gun until I come up with a copper load. Have you read WON 7/18/08 issue ...
by scr83jp
Sun Jul 20, 2008 11:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - New Yorker Magazine
Replies: 6
Views: 766

Re: OT--politics----New Yorker Magazine

I got the cover pic on line but I'm a member of several conservative websites.Obie dressed like a mo and wife like a terrorist with camys, combat boots & ak47 with ammo bandolear.I thought it was a hoot!
by scr83jp
Thu Jul 17, 2008 12:05 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-Case trimmer??
Replies: 10
Views: 1471

Re: OT-Case trimmer??

I had a Forster but my GS recommended a L.E. Wilson Case Trimmer as it was more accurate & cuts like a lathe;the case is held in a die on the frame in perfect alignment with the cutter.I've been using one for over 30 years.
by scr83jp
Wed Jul 16, 2008 11:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What kind of foxes are in North Texas?
Replies: 11
Views: 1105

Re: What kind of foxes are in North Texas?

Chuck 100 yd wrote:Foxes come in Red and Gray (silver) I think the silver Fox Is fairly common in the south. My dad killed many Reds in Iowa when I was kid. The silvers were very rare in that area. :D
There are also Kit Foxes in addition to Red & Gray.
by scr83jp
Wed Jul 16, 2008 12:18 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cat Scat?
Replies: 19
Views: 1854

Re: Cat Scat?

RIHMFIRE wrote:(Sus scrofa) ?
Feral Hog?
Rosie O'donald....
Nah....too small of a pile
:lol: :lol: :lol:
Try a female chauvanist sow!
by scr83jp
Wed Jul 16, 2008 12:11 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cat Scat?
Replies: 19
Views: 1854

Re: Cat Scat?

Aren't there any Scatologists on the forum?
by scr83jp
Tue Jul 15, 2008 11:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Check this out (New .22LR)
Replies: 17
Views: 1899

Re: Check this out (New .22LR)

CCI has a new nonlead 30gr TNT 22mag loading part# 0060 ideal for my Lipseys' Special 4 5/8" barreled SS Ruger Single Six with 22rf & 22mag cylinders I understand Ruger didn't make very many of this special issue according to my dealer who asked me several times if I wanted to sell it cause...
by scr83jp
Tue Jul 15, 2008 10:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Boolits for Californians...
Replies: 39
Views: 4190

Re: Boolits for Californians...

OK... Somthing for the Californians wanting a more economical way around the "lead ban" I was just reading up on dropping bismuth/tin shot , and 95/5 Bi/Sn melts well and drops to 94% density of Lead/antimony of the same hardness. Yes, at $6.50/lb its pricy ($7.50/lb 95/5), but it's cheap...
by scr83jp
Sat Jul 12, 2008 1:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Shooting in the Heat of Summer
Replies: 12
Views: 2044

Re: Shooting in the Heat of Summer

Both of the ranges I'm a member of have covered shooting positions so direct sun isn't a problem, just gets a little warm here in the foothills of the San Bernardino Mtns.I read in one of the forums that shooters carry cloths & bottles of rubbing alcohol that they use to wipe down their barrels ...
by scr83jp
Sat Jul 12, 2008 11:13 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How much experience do we have here? - POLL added
Replies: 105
Views: 9955

Re: How much experience do we have here? - POLL added

I turn 74 this month.
by scr83jp
Sat Jul 12, 2008 11:08 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: About the Fading 41 Magnum...My Combo
Replies: 10
Views: 1715

Re: About the Fading 41 Magnum...My Combo

Since the subject was brought up, I thought I'd present my combo. Both recent pick-ups. The Marlin is showing some promise with IMR 4227 & Remington 200 JHP's. The Skinner sights helped tighten the groups. The Blackhawk is playing hard to get still with any of my reloads. It shoots factory jack...
by scr83jp
Sat Jul 12, 2008 10:40 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-No scent gun oils
Replies: 9
Views: 1563

Re: OT-No scent gun oils

I use Dri Slide (www.uniquetek.com)& Militec 1.My GS introduced me to sperm whale oil over 35 years ago but it's long since gone from the market.I've been sent samples of lubes that outright stink so I don't use them.I can't stand the odor of Ballistol!
by scr83jp
Mon Jun 23, 2008 12:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Politics:Obama Changes the Presidential Seal
Replies: 7
Views: 865

Politics:Obama Changes the Presidential Seal

Article from newsmax.com http://www.newsmax.com/headlines/obama_ ... ode=6487-1 Read the accompaning article tells a lot about where obamas loyalties are
by scr83jp
Mon Jun 23, 2008 12:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - Oil Exploration
Replies: 60
Views: 6221

Re: POLITICS - Oil Exploration

China & Cuba are drilling for oil 50 miles off of the Florida Coast in the Gulf of Mexico wonder what the lefty demonrats will have to say when the beaches turn black?