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by .45colt
Thu Jun 11, 2026 3:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Off Topic...Ain't That America......
Replies: 5
Views: 167

Re: Off Topic...Ain't That America......

It was built in 1941 and by the time it was retired in 1961 had logged over 1 million miles. 25 were built in the 40's only 8 remain, the 4014 is the only one restored and running . It's coming back across the country in July and I hope to see it again. The drive wheels are 68" tall. Every town...
by .45colt
Wed Jun 10, 2026 10:32 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Off Topic...Ain't That America......
Replies: 5
Views: 167

Off Topic...Ain't That America......

The Union Pacific Big Boy 4014 rolled thru My area Monday on it's trip from California to Philadelphia for the 250th. 1.2 million lbs,7000 horsepower ,the only one still running .It shook the Ground .https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R96kkoISA-s
by .45colt
Wed Jun 10, 2026 10:26 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Photos from Raton
Replies: 14
Views: 207

Re: Photos from Raton

Awesome!! :D .
by .45colt
Thu Jun 04, 2026 7:37 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I am back, but I am not "back" but am headed that way.
Replies: 22
Views: 955

Re: I am back, but I am not "back" but am headed that way.

More prayers Up for Your complete Recovery. other than a car the only thing I want to go fast on is my lawnmower. I can't believe how long it takes to recover when I get hurt. I wish I was 69 again. :shock: .
by .45colt
Tue Jun 02, 2026 7:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Glenfield is Back....
Replies: 11
Views: 677

Re: Glenfield is Back....

Bill, I'm wondering that with all the advancement in computers and cnc machine technology they can spit these simple bolt actions out pretty cheap. maybe the Glenfield Levers are next.
by .45colt
Tue Jun 02, 2026 7:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New project, OT- new pics daily
Replies: 12
Views: 650

Re: New project, OT

Well Gunny , that looks like a tinker toy compared to the last one You posted here. I hope it all works out as well, :D .
by .45colt
Tue Jun 02, 2026 12:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT cross bows
Replies: 14
Views: 674

Re: OT cross bows

It's prolly just a way to limit the power of a x bow as there is seemingly no limit to what technology will bring on. a bolt at 1000fps? out local sport store had some last year I think north of 2k $$. The fish & game experts make you scratch You head all the time..... Ohio is a straight wall ca...
by .45colt
Tue Jun 02, 2026 11:54 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Made it home!
Replies: 17
Views: 1064

Re: Made it home!

:D :D :D :D !
by .45colt
Sun May 31, 2026 10:36 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Glenfield is Back....
Replies: 11
Views: 677

Glenfield is Back....

I'm late to the party but saw new Glenfield model A bolt actions. maybe Ruger will bring Glenfield levers out as well.https://www.glenfieldfirearms.com/
by .45colt
Sat May 30, 2026 9:57 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: They are sending me home Monday.
Replies: 18
Views: 837

Re: They are sending me home Monday.

Great news Jim!! It may be a Good idea to keep using the cane for added stability. One day at a Time. :D .
by .45colt
Thu May 28, 2026 10:36 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Most Useless Man
Replies: 11
Views: 645

Re: The Most Useless Man

My top 3, two little men and one little women....the Governor's of California , Minnesota , and New York State.............ALL a waste of Air without a Clue. :cry: .
by .45colt
Wed May 27, 2026 7:40 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I Am Still Kicking.
Replies: 29
Views: 1326

Re: I Am Still Kicking.

Glad Your making progress and healing up. Stay Strong!
by .45colt
Sun May 24, 2026 12:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: JimT
Replies: 83
Views: 16597

Re: JimT

I hope Jim continues to heal up 100%. A few years ago at 70 I fell off of a ladder on My right shoulder, the fourth time in My life I hurt that one. I ended up going to see a specialist who was around early 40's. He looked Me over, looked at the x-rays and knew I had a rough & tumble life.He sta...
by .45colt
Thu May 21, 2026 3:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Couple new finds
Replies: 20
Views: 1886

Re: Couple new finds

Boy this is going to be one heck of a ride watching You finish that Rifle. Thanks in Advance!!
by .45colt
Tue May 19, 2026 6:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I spoke with Jim Taylor this morning.
Replies: 17
Views: 3138

Re: I spoke with Jim Taylor this morning.

Good All Around!! I haven't been able to get on the site all day and this is Great news. Grandpa always said if "your gonna get old Ya better be Tough......... :o .
by .45colt
Sat May 16, 2026 7:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sad day...
Replies: 23
Views: 4713

Re: Sad day...

Every Pet owners worst nightmare. Sorry.
by .45colt
Thu May 14, 2026 5:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .303 British Eye Candy.....
Replies: 16
Views: 5474

Re: .303 British Eye Candy.....

So.....I got on the Holland & Holland website. This Fine Rifle fit's in their serial numbers. And I bet If You had the $$$ it could be sent back for a cleaning and inspection. Try that with most other Firearms from 1903..........Just a lottery ticket Away............................................
by .45colt
Wed May 13, 2026 1:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: JimT
Replies: 83
Views: 16597

Re: JimT

Prayers up for His Doctors as well.
by .45colt
Wed May 13, 2026 9:35 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: JimT
Replies: 83
Views: 16597

Re: JimT

Prayers Up. Wow.
by .45colt
Tue May 12, 2026 10:20 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: At what point do you not shoot a levergun?
Replies: 25
Views: 5920

Re: At what point do you not shoot a levergun?

I have never owned any gun that nice, but if it were Mine I would keep it in a gun sock when not in use , and have a thick pad to put it on the shooting bench. it drives me nuts when I see an otherwise A+ gun for sale and see a bunch of "safe dings" all over it.
by .45colt
Tue May 12, 2026 10:12 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: You guys in AZ
Replies: 28
Views: 6857

Re: You guys in AZ

:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: !!
by .45colt
Tue May 12, 2026 3:11 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: You guys in AZ
Replies: 28
Views: 6857

Re: You guys in AZ

Friends of ours moved from Ohio to AZ years ago. they said that the long summer there was just as bad as the long winters in Ohio. :shock: .
by .45colt
Mon May 11, 2026 3:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .303 British Eye Candy.....
Replies: 16
Views: 5474

Re: .303 British Eye Candy.....

I wish We could ALL Know the rest of the story.....Who ordered it, and How it was used. In My Life of looking at pic's of High End Firearms I have never seen a SxS with the top tang extending down the grip and up on top of the comb.......Just for looks? OR to strengthen the weakest part of the Stock...
by .45colt
Thu May 07, 2026 2:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .303 British Eye Candy.....
Replies: 16
Views: 5474

Re: .303 British Eye Candy.....

Sorry about all those posts but this thing has been freezing up for hours. :twisted: .
by .45colt
Thu May 07, 2026 12:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .303 British Eye Candy.....
Replies: 16
Views: 5474

Re: .303 British Eye Candy.....

Wow!! Thank You Bill and Ray. Not only do We get to enjoy the pic's of that Rifle but that book really looks Good. I hope I can download it on My puter. :D .
by .45colt
Thu May 07, 2026 12:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .303 British Eye Candy.....
Replies: 16
Views: 5474

Re: .303 British Eye Candy.....

Wow!! Thank You Bill and Ray. Not only do We get to enjoy the pic's of that Rifle but that book really looks Good. I hope I can download it on My puter. :D .
by .45colt
Thu May 07, 2026 12:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .303 British Eye Candy.....
Replies: 16
Views: 5474

Re: .303 British Eye Candy.....

Wow!! Thank You Bill and Ray. Not only do We get to enjoy the pic's of that Rifle but that book really looks Good. I hope I can download it on My puter. :D .
by .45colt
Thu May 07, 2026 12:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .303 British Eye Candy.....
Replies: 16
Views: 5474

Re: .303 British Eye Candy.....

Wow!! Thank You Bill and Ray. Not only do We get to enjoy the pic's of that Rifle but that book really looks Good. I hope I can download it on My puter. :D .
by .45colt
Wed May 06, 2026 11:57 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .303 British Eye Candy.....
Replies: 16
Views: 5474

.303 British Eye Candy.....

For the Discerning Sportsman this Top Lever is the Cats Azz. Somebody had some DEEEP pockets. Made in 1903.
https://shop.joesalter.com/Beautiful-Ca ... 03-British
by .45colt
Sat May 02, 2026 12:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dad’s getting a pacemaker this morning
Replies: 27
Views: 8560

Re: Dad’s getting a pacemaker this morning

Prayers Up for a speedy recovery. Give Him a Hug for Me. My Dad passed from His third Heart attack in 1981. I sure have Missed Him thru the Years.
by .45colt
Wed Apr 29, 2026 7:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- ANTS!
Replies: 29
Views: 9728

Re: OT- ANTS!

ESisk wrote ; "Works so good surprised it has not been banned" .....Years ago there was a product on the market called "Dursban". I would mix it up and spray My house and the neighbors and it worked like magic. My Widowed Neighbor Lady went nuts as spiders were all over the outsi...
by .45colt
Wed Apr 29, 2026 3:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Starting from Scratch, First 5 guns!
Replies: 52
Views: 31555

Re: Starting from Scratch, First 5 guns!

Here in Ohio at 72 years old....A Ruger Bisley .45 Colt, Henry .22 long rifle, Browning Auto 5 12ga , Marlin 45-70 , ultra light .38 special for CC.
by .45colt
Tue Apr 28, 2026 10:38 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- ANTS!
Replies: 29
Views: 9728

Re: OT- ANTS!

My place borders about 2 miles of woods,second growth and swamp. We have all the critters and bugs anyone could ask for.for years I could hold them at bay until four years ago when yellow jackets went nuts. they got under the wood siding in several places and under the raised back porch. I had nests...
by .45colt
Sat Apr 25, 2026 2:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Off Topic....Ugly Shotgun.......
Replies: 20
Views: 3713

Off Topic....Ugly Shotgun.......

I first saw this in American Rifleman and am still in shock. it hit's all the right notes.https://www.iverjohnsonarms.com/store/p ... 0T-SN.html
by .45colt
Fri Apr 24, 2026 11:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Forum Issues / Speed / Loading / Down / Up / Sideways
Replies: 50
Views: 41681

Re: Forum Issues / Speed / Loading / Down / Up / Sideways

I felt like I was from the "Forbidden Planet".........as there was no contact with the site. Maybe there IS HOPE....................................................... :o .
by .45colt
Wed Apr 15, 2026 9:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I am planning on being in Luckenbach today.
Replies: 35
Views: 39761

Re: I am planning on being in Luckenbach today.

Sorry I missed it Jim, but Happy Birthday! We were on our way back from Alabama yesterday and I found out that the traffic around Nashville and Louisville is about the end of My long distance driving . How these people can drive 80- 100 mph is way beyond Me. Part of Getting Old I guess. :( .
by .45colt
Tue Apr 07, 2026 8:08 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Blew my Uberti 1876 up
Replies: 44
Views: 85780

Re: Blew my Uberti 1876 up

Sorry to see that this happened to Your rifle but Yes it's Great your not injured. Keep us informed about Your progress with the repairs.
by .45colt
Wed Apr 01, 2026 9:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Custom Henry Finished, Buckhamer Finished!
Replies: 18
Views: 3929

Re: Custom Henry Finished, Buckhamer Finished!

I have six rifles that have half mags....that Henry should be a decent weight and not feel like a boat anchor. the Buckhammer is legal to Hunt with in Ohio. Now I'm interested,
by .45colt
Sat Mar 28, 2026 8:51 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: All round gun for Africa-1870
Replies: 7
Views: 1754

Re: All round gun for Africa-1870

Looks like it's close to the 45-120 Sharps . There is a lot of interesting reading about that .45 Express round on the internet especially since We had a dusting of snow last night and it's 29* . :lol: .
by .45colt
Fri Mar 27, 2026 11:38 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I have been away awhile but got a couple new items
Replies: 6
Views: 1302

Re: I have been away awhile but got a couple new items

Awesome All Around!! That drilling should keep You busy for awhile. :D .
by .45colt
Fri Mar 27, 2026 7:54 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A couple of prayer requests if you will.
Replies: 19
Views: 5671

Re: A couple of prayer requests if you will.

Prayers up for Your Dad. Hope this gets resolved soon! Prayers up for rain in Your area as well. here in N/E Ohio it is a wet, soggy, muddy mess 70* yesterday another big storm last nite and it's 29* now. :( .
by .45colt
Thu Mar 26, 2026 2:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: One that Got Away.....
Replies: 3
Views: 1260

Re: One that Got Away.....

Barbarossa wrote:"Yup they are nice .Here's a pic of mine with a buck I shot some years ago.It s in 45/60 and was shot at about 70 yards or so" . I re-member when You shot that Buck and I looked it up... it was 2014 . :D .
by .45colt
Wed Mar 25, 2026 10:42 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Boring job? Need a challenge?
Replies: 5
Views: 1864

Re: Boring job? Need a challenge?

It's just another day at the Office....They should have filmed it from the Pilot Boat and many people watching would either turn it off or Barf. Brave people every Day!
by .45colt
Wed Mar 25, 2026 8:16 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: One that Got Away.....
Replies: 3
Views: 1260

One that Got Away.....

Always wanted a Crossfire Carbine 45-60 from the movie. never happened years ago and looks like used ones are out of My paygrade. :lol: . four days left on this one.
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/1162046732
by .45colt
Tue Mar 24, 2026 12:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Off Topic. Old Muzzleloader.
Replies: 3
Views: 1014

Off Topic. Old Muzzleloader.

Interesting old target rifle with external lock work and a rear sight that is very interesting. https://shop.joesalter.com/Very-Interes ... -Mechanism
by .45colt
Sat Mar 21, 2026 12:15 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Slightly Rare JM Marlin I bought.
Replies: 12
Views: 3519

Re: Slightly Rare JM Marlin I bought.

If I had it I wouldn't touch that barrel. I bet it shoots Great. I have a Marlin 45-70 with the 22" barrel I bought in '09 . the last time I fired it with the Federal blue box 300 grain loads it was dead on at 75 yards. I have a williams receiver sight on it.
by .45colt
Sat Mar 21, 2026 12:03 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A little bragging
Replies: 19
Views: 5714

Re: A little bragging

The Gift is Amazing and very few have it. She is very talented. Wow.
by .45colt
Fri Mar 20, 2026 1:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Could have been me as a young man
Replies: 10
Views: 2955

Re: Could have been me as a young man

Well, You sure could have been a stand in for Kevin Costner in Open Range!
That Cowboy must be thinking "this ain't no Horse but it beats walking" :D .
by .45colt
Fri Mar 13, 2026 3:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Broke my stock!
Replies: 114
Views: 97242

Re: Broke my stock!

Bill Wrote; "Remington bought Marlin and moved the operations from New Haven to Ilion"...the Ceo of Remington went to the Marlin plant and like a true idiot said " these guns could be made by anyone anytime" ...or something close to that . What a fool. I saw a discount rack of de...
by .45colt
Wed Mar 11, 2026 5:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Broke my stock!
Replies: 114
Views: 97242

Re: Broke my stock!

I bet it has a lot to do with the Letter You Sent to Ruger......!!!!!