Search found 957 matches

by Bullard4075
Mon Sep 18, 2023 8:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Took the 1851 Navy to the Range this morning ...
Replies: 21
Views: 534

Re: Took the 1851 Navy to the Range this morning ...

Thanks. I have to look into loading 777 in cartridges (40-65 Win).
by Bullard4075
Sun Sep 17, 2023 1:52 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bullard Leveraction
Replies: 10
Views: 475

Re: Bullard Leveraction

I believe at least one other on the forum has a Bullard rifle. A Canadian , G. Scott Jamieson, has authored two wonderful books on the Bullard rifle. These books are rich in the description,history,specifics and stunning pictures of the Bullard rifle story. I had the pleasure and good fortune to cor...
by Bullard4075
Sun Sep 10, 2023 6:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Wet-forming a holster
Replies: 11
Views: 337

Re: Wet-forming a holster

What about vacuum packing the wet leather?
by Bullard4075
Wed Sep 06, 2023 9:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 44 special with round balls
Replies: 31
Views: 701

Re: 44 special with round balls

I tried this years ago. I'll try to did out my findings, It was with Red Dot if I remember.
by Bullard4075
Tue Aug 22, 2023 11:49 pm
Forum: Classifieds
Topic: FS in Billings,MT Weatherby 6.5-300 Vanguard Rifle
Replies: 1
Views: 311

FS in Billings,MT Weatherby 6.5-300 Vanguard Rifle

FS in Billings, Mt
Weatherby Vanguard Rifle 6.5-300 Cal
NIB (Don't actually have the box but never fired)
2 Boxes Weatherby Select factory 140Gr ammo
$720 shipped,cheaper picked up in Billings.
PM for details,dickering or whatever. :D
by Bullard4075
Fri Jul 28, 2023 12:43 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Far Side
Replies: 5
Views: 337

Re: The Far Side

My favorite artist.
by Bullard4075
Wed Jul 19, 2023 1:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Joe Pickett
Replies: 14
Views: 373

Re: Joe Pickett

Tend to agree with Blaine on this one. Too many common sense gaffs as a LEO.
by Bullard4075
Wed Jul 19, 2023 12:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Airlines and ammo?
Replies: 4
Views: 207

Re: Airlines and ammo?

Advanced research (consensus) leads one to the conclusion loaded ammo is the only allowed. Simply asking to many questions can now raise "flags".
by Bullard4075
Sun Jun 25, 2023 12:35 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Deer Hunting with Rossi 357 Magnum Factory loads ??
Replies: 21
Views: 799

Re: Deer Hunting with Rossi 357 Magnum Factory loads ??

All the above mentioned loads have worked for me, I would just advise against the real light weights of 110/125 grain.
by Bullard4075
Sun Jun 04, 2023 10:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What is your Sunday-Go-To-Meeting Gun?
Replies: 22
Views: 521

Re: What is your Sunday-Go-To-Meeting Gun?

Same as every other day. Kimber Custom Compact.
by Bullard4075
Fri Jun 02, 2023 8:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Handloaders: Are You the Organized or Random Type
Replies: 30
Views: 628

Re: Handloaders: Are You the Organized or Random Type

I'd say I'm kinda 80/20. :lol: :lol: And no I'll not show a pic of my gun room.
by Bullard4075
Thu Jun 01, 2023 1:30 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .44 Special Loads Over The Years
Replies: 13
Views: 514

Re: .44 Special Loads Over The Years

Thanks for the info.
by Bullard4075
Thu Jun 01, 2023 1:28 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Special .44 Specials
Replies: 17
Views: 457

Re: Special .44 Specials

Been a 44 Special fan for many,many years,but it appears I'm nowhere near you guys league. :)
by Bullard4075
Fri Apr 28, 2023 11:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 44 Special.
Replies: 29
Views: 1395

Re: 44 Special.

That I sold my 44 mags and now have .......let's just say...a number of 44 Specials says it all.
by Bullard4075
Fri Apr 28, 2023 11:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Case Cleaning
Replies: 29
Views: 991

Re: Case Cleaning

Griff please expand a bit on the car wax, never heard that before. What kind, what's a dolip/ how much? Thanks.
by Bullard4075
Mon Apr 24, 2023 10:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A Quiet Patriot
Replies: 4
Views: 231

Re: A Quiet Patriot

Done this more than a few times,
by Bullard4075
Fri Apr 07, 2023 12:24 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: FFF (3F) Black powder in a 40-65 Win case.
Replies: 2
Views: 157

FFF (3F) Black powder in a 40-65 Win case.

What are the implications of loading 3F Black in a 40-65 ? I can't get 2F and I finally got my hands - through a friend - on a can of 3F. Let the games begin. 😀😀
by Bullard4075
Fri Apr 07, 2023 12:07 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Steak Grilling
Replies: 33
Views: 910

Re: Steak Grilling

What Walt said.
by Bullard4075
Sat Mar 25, 2023 11:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: tubi
Replies: 24
Views: 704

Re: tubi

Lots of good info. Glad so many asked the questions first. I can use the info without looking so dumb. :lol: :lol: :lol:
by Bullard4075
Tue Mar 07, 2023 1:01 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Downloading videos off of YouTube...???
Replies: 4
Views: 254

Re: Downloading videos off of YouTube...???

Same question,Thanks.
by Bullard4075
Sun Jan 29, 2023 7:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 6.5 Needmoor vs .243 Win.
Replies: 12
Views: 416

Re: 6.5 Needmoor vs .243 Win.

A couple years ago the wife -a week before season- says "I want my own rifle to shoot my own deer". Scrambling (during Covid) to find a Youth 7mm-08 for the petite lady of my life the only option was an Savage Axis 6.5 CM. The only good thing hunting wise to come out of that season was the...
by Bullard4075
Sun Jan 29, 2023 5:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: KIMBER MICRO 9
Replies: 17
Views: 517

Re: KIMBER MICRO 9

I do not have a Micro 9 but after a number of Kimbers, I am sold on them. One of the few (early) factory/custom 1911s to reliably run right out of the box. Presently a Kimber Custom and a Custom Compact CDP (my EDC) is home here. I ran the micro trial via a Sig 238 then 938 to no further interest in...
by Bullard4075
Sun Jan 15, 2023 12:22 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Humorous Skeeter story
Replies: 20
Views: 753

Re: Humorous Skeeter story

Skeeter had a good story about early 44 mag (4 inch) use in a shed. Deafening himself scaring an illegal if I remember. Went back to the Special.
by Bullard4075
Sun Jan 08, 2023 12:31 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A Word in Favor of Pope Emeritus Benedict the XVI
Replies: 27
Views: 842

Re: A Word in Favor of Pope Emeritus Benedict the XVI

"he committed his friend's soul into the hands of God" Question here, NOT a disagreement! Isn't his soul already in the hands of God and is this not just a celebration of such?
by Bullard4075
Fri Dec 23, 2022 11:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Introduction / Andy Larsson
Replies: 49
Views: 1732

Re: Introduction / Andy Larsson

Welcome Andy! I may be interested in some custom work if you do such. I'll check out your website and maybe send you a picture of what I have in mind.
by Bullard4075
Mon Nov 21, 2022 10:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Wolf population in your state
Replies: 24
Views: 865

Re: Wolf population in your state

Montana FWP says 1200 or so. Double that.
by Bullard4075
Sun Nov 20, 2022 4:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Mcpherson on Leverguns
Replies: 46
Views: 1635

Re: Mcpherson on Leverguns

Fascinating, simply fascinating thread. Awaiting the 44 Short (44 Special), 44 Long (44 Mag) thread. 😂. Seriously though I'm amazed at the depth and breadth of knowledge of the gentlemen here.
by Bullard4075
Sun Oct 09, 2022 8:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Northern Precision Bullets
Replies: 7
Views: 464

Re: Northern Precision Bullets

Sure worth a look!
by Bullard4075
Mon Jul 25, 2022 5:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Yellowstone Kelly
Replies: 20
Views: 1957

Re: Yellowstone Kelly

If I'm not mistaken his grave is right here in Billings.
by Bullard4075
Fri Jun 17, 2022 10:31 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - A little - Mulie I shot in AZ
Replies: 26
Views: 2416

Re: OT - A little - Mulie I shot in AZ

Must be doing something wrong, as all I see is the two words "image".
by Bullard4075
Mon Feb 07, 2022 11:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Newbe
Replies: 21
Views: 1656

Re: Newbe

Welcome, there is a good bunch of guys here.
by Bullard4075
Sat Jan 22, 2022 12:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cracker Barrel order
Replies: 12
Views: 1173

Re: Cracker Barrel order

Wife and I decided we don't want kids. We are going to tell them at dinner.
by Bullard4075
Sat Jan 22, 2022 12:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Meeting forum members.
Replies: 9
Views: 880

Meeting forum members.

Had lunch Thursday with a forum member and his charming wife. It's so encouraging and refreshing to talk to like minded people. So much negativity bombards us daily that talking to fellow patriots keys us to remember there are far more of us than of them.
by Bullard4075
Wed Jan 12, 2022 1:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Wisdom from a Third Grade Dropout
Replies: 11
Views: 1051

Re: Wisdom from a Third Grade Dropout

Very,very good.
by Bullard4075
Sun Dec 26, 2021 7:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: IMPACT
Replies: 37
Views: 2452

Re: IMPACT

+1
by Bullard4075
Fri Dec 24, 2021 1:30 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .429 cal 200 grain nosler JHP
Replies: 6
Views: 906

Re: .429 cal 200 grain nosler JHP

Nosler Book #9 lists it in the 950 fps range in the 44 Special section. In the bullet reference section they describe it "Allows for reliable expansion and maximum accuracy across a abroad velocity range."
by Bullard4075
Tue Nov 30, 2021 12:01 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 40-65 Bullard And Mule Deer
Replies: 13
Views: 1339

Re: 40-65 Bullard And Mule Deer

Nice going. Nice to see another Bullard in the group. Mine could be a twin except mine has a pistol grip. Have you got the Bullard books? I hope to shoot a Buffalo with mine (40-75-260) this winter. Is yours a true 40-65 or 40-75 ?
by Bullard4075
Mon Nov 29, 2021 12:07 am
Forum: Politics
Topic: Ivermectin Musings....
Replies: 260
Views: 85535

Re: Ivermectin Musings....

I'm overloaded. :shock: :shock:
by Bullard4075
Sun Nov 28, 2021 11:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Disappointment.....
Replies: 2
Views: 734

Re: The Disappointment.....

:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:
by Bullard4075
Sun Nov 21, 2021 5:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Decision To Open Carry In A Riot
Replies: 17
Views: 1775

Re: The Decision To Open Carry In A Riot

Outside of hunting and the like I do not open carry. I never leave the house without carrying, just not open. Furthermore I am a firm believer in what I've heard called the "Grey Man" concept in that I do not wear anything ( NRA shirts, Pro 2ND shirts, etc) that draws attention to the craz...
by Bullard4075
Tue Oct 12, 2021 11:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dutch Oven
Replies: 24
Views: 2843

Re: Dutch Oven

Just curious...Why do you desire enamel cast over regular cast? I've used cast iron for decades, but have recently started using a high quality triple clad stainless steel. It heats more evenly, and if used on low/medium heat like cast iron I can't tell the difference, except it's way easier to cle...
by Bullard4075
Sun Oct 10, 2021 12:22 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What's currently your best hunting rifle for your area?
Replies: 61
Views: 11015

Re: What's currently your best hunting rifle for your area?

Here in South Central Montana (Billings) my Ruger M77 Tang Safety 30-06 would normally, and has had, the nod. When chance at heavier game like Elk and up I have more assurance with my Remington 700 Classic in 35 Whelen. Lighter game in years past (Antelope,Whitetail/Mulies) has been the 257 Improved...
by Bullard4075
Sat Oct 09, 2021 1:36 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dutch Oven
Replies: 24
Views: 2843

Dutch Oven

Wife would like a Dutch Oven. Enameled Dutch Oven. (We) bought her one at Walley World. Error on a couple of levels. Lodge cookware -what WE bought - is USA made says I. Well yes and No. Fine reading reveals that Lodge is US made except for the Enameled selections which are made in ......drum role.....
by Bullard4075
Sat Oct 02, 2021 10:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bullard 40-65 In Fine Condition
Replies: 23
Views: 2986

Re: Bullard 40-65 In Fine Condition

Someone awhile back (wayyyyyyyyyyy back) asked for some pictures of my 40/75/258 Bullard. As a dumb kid some 50 years ago I mixed up some brown tinted bedding compound to fix a gouge or ding in the pistol grip of the stock. That is what that brown dog doo on the pistol grip is. I seem to recall some...
by Bullard4075
Sat Oct 02, 2021 9:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bullard 40-65 In Fine Condition
Replies: 23
Views: 2986

Re: Bullard 40-65 In Fine Condition

To those that are interested the just out "Guns" magazine "Old West , History,Guns & Gear" volume #88 has a pretty good article on the Bullard Rifle titled strangely enough "The Fabulous Bullard Rifle".