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by horsesoldier03
Fri Apr 12, 2024 9:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Howdy from Georgia!
Replies: 22
Views: 575

Re: Howdy from Georgia!

Just because I am kind of slow at times, curious if your Georgia is a State or a Country? Welcome all the same!
by horsesoldier03
Fri Apr 12, 2024 8:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Before and after
Replies: 11
Views: 292

Re: Before and after

Just received those Altamont stocks I ordered a month or two back, and I am quite pleased with the fit and feel compared to the black plastic OEM stock on the Super Wrangler. Now if the wind will just lie down I 'll go shoot the thing. 8) https://i.postimg.cc/8F4ky61H/image-67204097-2.jpg https://i...
by horsesoldier03
Fri Apr 12, 2024 8:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Before and after
Replies: 11
Views: 292

Re: Before and after

Jay,

Those grips do really dress up the gun and those speedloaders are just plain snazzy. Very Nice!
by horsesoldier03
Thu Apr 11, 2024 11:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tornado Hit Us Wednesday
Replies: 30
Views: 472

Re: Tornado Hit Us Wednesday

Sorry to hear about your situation. Prayers up for a full restoration and safety for your family.
by horsesoldier03
Mon Apr 08, 2024 10:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Just one Blackhawk
Replies: 53
Views: 1359

Re: Just one Blackhawk

Man, that is a good question. I really enjoy my 5.5" Bisley flattop Blackhawk in .44spl. That said, I love 45 Colt more than 44 special so I would pick my Blackhawk 45 that I am currently in the process of building. It has been a great revolver for many years and now with its new face lift I g...
by horsesoldier03
Mon Apr 08, 2024 10:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Just one Blackhawk
Replies: 53
Views: 1359

Re: Just one Blackhawk

Hey, Horsesoldier, that Jeff Ault is a mighty fine shooter. Great looking gun, too! Thanks for the picture. Jeff is indeed a fine shot. I have come close but I have not obtained that group. The smooth action on it is even better than the group. If anyone is ever on the fence about sending him a gun...
by horsesoldier03
Mon Apr 08, 2024 3:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Just one Blackhawk
Replies: 53
Views: 1359

Re: Just one Blackhawk

The only Blackhawk I have. It was nothing impressive when I got it, but we got that fixed so I will let it slide.
by horsesoldier03
Sat Apr 06, 2024 5:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I was talking with some friends about the S&W Model 10
Replies: 32
Views: 1050

Re: I was talking with some friends about the S&W Model 10

Scott, I think S&W definitely improved the M19 when they came out with the fixed sight L frames. If I didnt have one of those, I think the M19 would be my preference.
by horsesoldier03
Sat Mar 30, 2024 12:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ruger Marlin 1894 44 Magnum
Replies: 16
Views: 685

Re: Ruger Marlin 1894 44 Magnum

My Dad bought a Marlin 1894 .44 mag from an older man at First Monday in Canton TX back in the early 90s for $125. It came with the first box of shells he bought for it with only 3 missing, the recoil was too much for him. After my dad shot it, he gave it to me, he shot it twice. Definitely one gun ...
by horsesoldier03
Thu Mar 28, 2024 4:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Wonder what the ATF was after this guy for ...
Replies: 27
Views: 1143

Re: Wonder what the ATF was after this guy for ...

He may have been friends with Bill and Killary and was coaxed by the left to exploit gun laws so that they could justify closing the "Loop Hole" as they like to call it. Now that's some real conspiracy stuff right there! And they certainly don't have to worry about him rattin' out their p...
by horsesoldier03
Sun Mar 24, 2024 7:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Wonder what the ATF was after this guy for ...
Replies: 27
Views: 1143

Re: Wonder what the ATF was after this guy for ...

He may have been friends with Bill and Killary and was coaxed by the left to exploit gun laws so that they could justify closing the "Loop Hole" as they like to call it.
by horsesoldier03
Fri Mar 22, 2024 12:19 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: WSF in 44 Special?
Replies: 8
Views: 379

Re: WSF in 44 Special?

When you go to the hodgdon site, WSF does not even show as an option for any weight of .44 Special Bullet. I prefer to use W244 as it sits right next to Unique on the Powder Burn Rate Chart. That is only because I have not seen another can of Unique since I bought my last one.
by horsesoldier03
Thu Mar 21, 2024 11:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Go ahead and laugh
Replies: 21
Views: 1361

Re: Go ahead and laugh

No doubt it will beat the hell out of a .380 or even a .38 special with the average commercial loaded bullet.
by horsesoldier03
Mon Mar 18, 2024 7:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Term "pistol" ....
Replies: 19
Views: 632

Re: The Term "pistol" ....

Well we always seem to have the self appointed grammar police. Before the internet we were all apparently all ignorant. I dont even care is someone calls a magazine a clip. If we both know the type of weapon they are talking about, we get the meaning.
by horsesoldier03
Tue Mar 12, 2024 9:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sage learned a hard lesson today!
Replies: 13
Views: 944

Re: Sage learned a hard lesson today!

Glad she is ok. Did it even throw a breaker?
by horsesoldier03
Mon Mar 11, 2024 9:43 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: First Guns for newbies
Replies: 22
Views: 1589

Re: First Guns for newbies

My dad passed back in 07. Following his death, I ensured my mother had my S&W 19 loaded with .38 LSWCHP. We went to the river and practiced quite a bit and made sure that she was proficient. She is now 83 and I was worried about her being able to manage the pistol so I picked her up a Ruger 10/2...
by horsesoldier03
Sun Mar 10, 2024 11:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lost a Good One (taught me how to shoot)
Replies: 9
Views: 762

Re: Lost a Good One (taught me how to shoot)

A great man to be remembered. Sorry for your loss!
by horsesoldier03
Thu Mar 07, 2024 8:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Guilty!
Replies: 27
Views: 1449

Re: Guilty!

I found this article interesting. Complaints of 3 other negligent discharges on the set that were blanks but actor was told that the guns were not loaded at all. The Unionized Camera crews walked out 6 hours before the shooting occurred due to complaints of safety. https://www.latimes.com/entertainm...
by horsesoldier03
Thu Mar 07, 2024 2:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Guilty!
Replies: 27
Views: 1449

Re: Guilty!

Reed, the armor, is the one that brought a box of live ammo to the set.
by horsesoldier03
Thu Mar 07, 2024 1:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Guilty!
Replies: 27
Views: 1449

Re: Guilty!

Years ago when I was involved in reenactments, they held required safety briefs. One of the cardinal rules as that you never point the gun directly at someone. You elevate or aim to the side of them. I am sure even Hollywood would have rules in place that would have prevented this.
by horsesoldier03
Thu Mar 07, 2024 9:05 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Guilty!
Replies: 27
Views: 1449

Re: Guilty!

Competence is not a genetic trait! I doubt the round was swapped out after the armor handed the gun to Baldwin, however, Baldwin should be ultimately accountable. I did read an interesting point that stated Baldwin had gone off script as it was not in the script that Baldwin would point the gun at t...
by horsesoldier03
Tue Feb 27, 2024 11:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Let’s talk about shotguns for serious use.
Replies: 79
Views: 6593

Re: Let’s talk about shotguns for serious use.

No pic to post, but I purchased a rusted old REM 870 at a pawn shop for $100. It was just surface rust nothing a little 0000 steel wool and some oil wouldnt get rid of. It had a 28" barrel with a MOD Choke tube stuck in it. I went on EBAY and was able to get a NICE Remington 20" barrel wit...
by horsesoldier03
Mon Feb 26, 2024 2:05 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Finally joined the SAA club
Replies: 15
Views: 1112

Re: Finally joined the SAA club

Very Nice!
by horsesoldier03
Wed Feb 21, 2024 8:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .300 Blackout
Replies: 39
Views: 2152

Re: .300 Blackout

Somehow, and I am not certain how that was, I had convinced myself I did not need a 300 BO. I am starting to doubt myself! +1... And as long as I have a .30-30, I probably won't. I am about to pick up the 30-30 that my dad had when I was growing up. It will keep me more than satisfied without feeli...
by horsesoldier03
Wed Feb 21, 2024 8:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 94P. What to do with it?
Replies: 24
Views: 1568

Re: 94P. What to do with it?

I have a 94 in .44 mag with the 20" barrel. I shoots store bought, as well as my reloads to include CAST just fine. I did go to a .431 on some of the cast but my top grain is 240. I have heard going over the 265 grain bullet brings out several issues with the marlin.
by horsesoldier03
Wed Feb 21, 2024 9:57 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Colt Walker question ...
Replies: 34
Views: 2573

Re: Colt Walker question ...

Deleted comment. I just noticed it was directly with Colt Walkers Only.
by horsesoldier03
Sun Feb 18, 2024 2:01 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .300 Blackout
Replies: 39
Views: 2152

Re: .300 Blackout

Somehow, and I am not certain how that was, I had convinced myself I did not need a 300 BO. I am starting to doubt myself!
by horsesoldier03
Wed Feb 14, 2024 1:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Question for Our Texans...
Replies: 2
Views: 224

Re: Question for Our Texans...

I was born in Athens, Tx back in 65. My grandfather was born around 1913 and lived in the Henderson Co area most of his life. He worked the oilfields, and was pretty rough cut. I remember numerous stories he told about Sweeten and his bottomline was Sweeten was a man you did not challenge or provoke...
by horsesoldier03
Sun Feb 11, 2024 5:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Some Tisas 1911's recalled
Replies: 12
Views: 696

Re: Some Tisas 1911's recalled

No intent to hi-jack your thread, but thought this was at least loosely related. Looks like Tisas is teaming together with the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP). Tisas M1911 A1 CMP Specs: Caliber: 45 ACP Barrel Length: 5 Inches Accurate reproduction of WWII issued 1911 United States Property marke...
by horsesoldier03
Sun Feb 04, 2024 2:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 410 too little for any game you say?
Replies: 39
Views: 1925

Re: 410 too little for any game you say?

No doubt it would handle a lot of things!
by horsesoldier03
Sat Feb 03, 2024 10:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dad’s first rifle
Replies: 19
Views: 958

Re: Dad’s first rifle

Nice Job, Cool Story!
by horsesoldier03
Thu Feb 01, 2024 9:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Best police chase I've ever watched!
Replies: 3
Views: 489

Re: Best police chase I've ever watched!

I got to see a good one in real life the other day. 8 state troopers chasing a late 90s Jeep Cherokee. The troopers got into formation and were constricting him getting ready to take him out. He had to be redneck because he tapped the brakes and they went past and he jumped off the highway cross cou...
by horsesoldier03
Wed Jan 31, 2024 9:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: HSM 32-20 COWBOY LOADS
Replies: 5
Views: 466

Re: HSM 32-20 COWBOY LOADS

A friend said they still have in stock here.

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by horsesoldier03
Tue Jan 30, 2024 2:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I found this veeery interesting
Replies: 14
Views: 1040

Re: I found this veeery interesting

I dont need a video. My first rifle was a 1979 Marlin 336 in 30-30. It has worked every time and I dont have to buy premium bullets that cost you an arm and leg. It does it with Federal, Winchester, or Remington 150 or 170 grain promotional ammo.
by horsesoldier03
Sun Jan 28, 2024 11:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Looking for one missing item and you find the other one you've been looking for
Replies: 10
Views: 651

Re: Looking for one missing item and you find the other one you've been looking for

Much rather find a cylinder than a magazine. That magazine will be alot cheaper to replace.
by horsesoldier03
Sun Jan 21, 2024 4:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Can you diagnose the problem with this revolver?
Replies: 31
Views: 1879

Re: Can you diagnose the problem with this revolver?

I am not so sure they guy wasnt CROSSEYED! Glad it worked out in your favor.
by horsesoldier03
Sun Jan 21, 2024 4:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 45 ACP carbine with 20-round mags
Replies: 15
Views: 1064

Re: 45 ACP carbine with 20-round mags

Definitely worth keeping in your inventory!
by horsesoldier03
Wed Jan 17, 2024 3:45 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A lot of Bull
Replies: 68
Views: 9007

Re: A lot of Bull

Glad you are ok. I read an interesting article the other day of a guy that had a neighbor that was alway very slow to remove his livestock once he told them they were on his place. He decided to run them into his on squeeze chute and decorated the cattle by using bleach and putting different WORDS a...
by horsesoldier03
Wed Jan 17, 2024 3:16 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: It's official: I'm a grandpa
Replies: 29
Views: 1885

Re: It's official: I'm a grandpa

Grandkids are the greatest. God has blessed me with 3 of them. CONGRATULATIONS and hope there is more to come!
by horsesoldier03
Tue Jan 02, 2024 2:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Who is shooting a surplus rifle?
Replies: 35
Views: 2632

Re: Who is shooting a surplus rifle?

I had a 1953 Hungarian version of the M44 Mosin. It was a very straight shooter and in as issued condition with all numbers matching. I honestly regret selling it. I just recently ordered a Remington 1903A3 dated 6-43 that is a sporter. I should get to pick it up today or tomorrow. My hopes are to m...
by horsesoldier03
Sat Dec 30, 2023 7:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Savage 29B
Replies: 11
Views: 720

Re: Savage 29B

Nice job and a save of a great rifle.
by horsesoldier03
Fri Dec 29, 2023 10:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What do you LEO and Military guys think of this video...?
Replies: 1
Views: 322

Re: What do you LEO and Military guys think of this video...?

Pretty good. I did like his explanation of DELIBERATE and DRIVING FORCE. I forget the school that had several kids get killed while the cops waited outside. That is an excellent example of what should have been DRIVING FORCE.
by horsesoldier03
Wed Dec 20, 2023 12:20 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cowboy Assault Rifle
Replies: 61
Views: 5464

Re: Cowboy Assault Rifle

As much as I love my 30-30, I dont think it would be my first choice if I had to stretch it over 225 yards. I have good optics on my AR and would feel very comfortable out to 400 and even to 500 depending on the scenario. As far as reloads go, but the side loading gate is pretty handy as well.
by horsesoldier03
Tue Dec 12, 2023 6:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ballistics High Speed accident.
Replies: 5
Views: 691

Re: Ballistics High Speed accident.

They really need to read more Army Ground Accident Reports or QASAS reports regarding ammunition issues. However, I think that was a foreign rocket and not US. Somethings shouldn't be played with even by those that might consider themselves SAFE or even an EXPERT.
by horsesoldier03
Sun Nov 26, 2023 5:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: This is a new broken part
Replies: 32
Views: 1252

Re: This is a new broken part

Ruger to the best of my knowledge has always been pretty good on their warranty. HOWEVER, I would send it to Jeff Ault at Munden Sixgun Magic. I was about ready to sell my Ruger Flattop but decided to suck it up and spend the money. It was truly the best money I have ever spent on a gun. Here is a V...
by horsesoldier03
Sun Nov 26, 2023 5:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: oldest or earliest born folks you talked to
Replies: 15
Views: 713

Re: oldest or earliest born folks you talked to

Back around 1987, the unit I was in was having a gunnery exercise and brought out Veterans from Vietnam, Korea, WWII, and WWI. There were only two veterans from WWI that were there that day. The most impressive story that they told was during battle they would occasionally lose the ability to elevat...
by horsesoldier03
Fri Nov 24, 2023 6:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I’m sort of wanting a new toy
Replies: 15
Views: 766

Re: I’m sort of wanting a new toy

I have been sitting on the fence for 2 years now wanting to get either the an ATV or the TW200 for deer hunting. Part of me keeps saying just get an old pickup truck.
by horsesoldier03
Mon Nov 20, 2023 6:41 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I Don't Get This Logic at All
Replies: 20
Views: 1128

Re: I Don't Get This Logic at All

1. I enjoy it.
2. I can reload a variety for multi-purpose.
3. It is another tool in the box that if hard times hit, it is a barterable trade if not a necessity.
by horsesoldier03
Thu Nov 16, 2023 1:15 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ruger Marlin
Replies: 25
Views: 1273

Re: Ruger Marlin

I was just reading that assembly line workers at Ruger start at $11.50 an hour and tool makers start around $18 an hour. Their machine operators are sitting at about 26% less than the national average for their job skills. IMO, that equates to dissatisfied workers that probably took the job to get b...