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by RustyJr
Mon Aug 28, 2023 10:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Around the Ranch Combo
Replies: 12
Views: 666

Re: Around the Ranch Combo

I usually carry a SS Ruger Security Six 4" loaded with 38 SPL +P for CCW (also in a Simply Rugged holster) for my daily carry. As I am only on 3 acres I don't carry a long gun on a daily basis but I have a single shot H&R 20 gauge and a 22LR bolt action out of the safe for various issues th...
by RustyJr
Wed Dec 02, 2020 8:45 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A Hunting Story <|:-)
Replies: 9
Views: 1539

Re: A Hunting Story <|:-)

I aint passin judgement and have been a might "confused" myself at times in the woods. That said a good realiable compass I think would keep many a hunter from gettin lost. Especially if there are roads. Take acompass bearin before leavin the road and then say you go north from the road ev...
by RustyJr
Sun Sep 20, 2020 8:47 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy Birthday JerryB & RustyJr.
Replies: 3
Views: 753

Re: Happy Birthday JerryB & RustyJr.

Thanks guys. Been absent for a while.

RustyJr
by RustyJr
Fri Dec 20, 2019 2:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester 92 357
Replies: 5
Views: 1655

Winchester 92 357

I'm considering getting a 92 Winchester in 357 Magnum. Rossi no longer appears to currently manfacture one in 357. Has anyone had any experience or heard anythjng good or bad about the ones currently produced by Winchester?


Thanks,
RustyJr
by RustyJr
Sun Jun 23, 2019 12:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: AR15A2
Replies: 11
Views: 2466

AR15A2

While I have a couple different ARs, both plain no frills and a flat top with scope and QD mount I am looking for a current manufacture A2 fixed carry handle with 16 inch barrel for a no frills no fuss carbine. I cant seem to find anyone currently manufacturing them. Everything seems to have a flat ...
by RustyJr
Wed May 29, 2019 9:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayers please
Replies: 43
Views: 3904

Re: Prayers please

Just an update on my dad, I copied this from my mom's FB post . . . An update on my husband, Rusty Frederick, he is improving but remains in ICU. We truly appreciate your thoughts, kind words and prayers. He was fitted with his back brace today and they let him sit up in bed to eat. Hopefully he wil...
by RustyJr
Tue May 28, 2019 7:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayers please
Replies: 43
Views: 3904

Re: Prayers please

Yeah he has already had two concussions that I am aware of so another wouldn't be good. He had a seizure upon arrival at the hospital and bit down on his tounge pretty good. Unknown what caused the seizure as he has never had one in the 40 years he and my mom have been married. ER Doc figures he had...
by RustyJr
Tue May 28, 2019 5:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayers please
Replies: 43
Views: 3904

Prayers please

If yall would keep my dad in your prayers it would be appreciated. He was involved in a single vehicle crash after having a medical issue this past Sunday while headed into work. He is off of the ventilator and talking but is in alot of pain. He suffered two fractured vertabrae and has a laceration ...
by RustyJr
Wed Jan 30, 2019 9:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayer Request
Replies: 73
Views: 7165

Re: Prayer Request

Griff,

I am sorry to hear of your loss. You and yours will be in mine and the wife's prayers. If you need ANYTHING even if just to talk let me know and I will PM you my number. Stay strong sir as difficult as it may be.

RustyJr
by RustyJr
Wed Nov 14, 2018 9:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: FWD from Russell Frederick Jr
Replies: 11
Views: 3081

Re: FWD from Russell Frederick Jr

Sixgun,
Would you be referring to Bill "Wild Bill" Gaurnere (not sure about the spelling of the last name)? Gaurnere lost a log at the battle of Bastogne if I am not mistaken.

RustyJr
by RustyJr
Mon Apr 23, 2018 7:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Possible Service Pistol... Beretta APX
Replies: 10
Views: 2718

Re: Possible Service Pistol... Beretta APX

I'm a Glock man through and through. My department recently switched to the SIG P320 in 9mm from a Glock 23 in 40 S&W. The SIG isn't bad but still too new and too untested in real world situations for me. Maybe it will grow on me. Still carry a G42 in 380 as a back up and either that or a G19 of...
by RustyJr
Mon Apr 23, 2018 7:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Buckshot
Replies: 62
Views: 7513

Re: Buckshot

Pitchy, You are a better man than I. The fact that you had the fortitude to pick up the pole cat top check for pass throughs is beyond me :lol: :lol: I have trapped and dispatched several around the home place. The ones down here are the smaller spotted civit cats. They are smaller but still smell b...
by RustyJr
Tue Mar 27, 2018 8:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 410 or other?
Replies: 24
Views: 4097

410 or other?

I am not new to guns by any stretch and am currently an active LEO. That said my "adopted" grandmother was recently widowed within the last year and now lives alone. She does have a CWP and carries a Sig P238 in 380 on her person daily. As of right now it is her only usable gun (she does h...
by RustyJr
Wed Feb 07, 2018 10:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: M1 carbine
Replies: 24
Views: 4153

Re: M1 carbine

I have one of the original Inland's 1943 or 44 I think. I'm guessing it was rebuilt by an armorer at some point due to it having the bayonet lug and rear adjustable peep sight. It isn't the most accurate, maybe 4-6" at 100 yards but I reckon thats good enough for what it was intended. Only had ...
by RustyJr
Sat Nov 04, 2017 10:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Parker (puppy)
Replies: 116
Views: 10976

Re: New Parker (puppy)

Beautiful pup and she sounds like she is smart too. Should make a great friend and hunting companion down the road.

RustyJr
by RustyJr
Sat Nov 04, 2017 10:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Youth gun choice for hogs
Replies: 10
Views: 2250

Youth gun choice for hogs

I have been hunting for a while and shooting all my life, but my girlfriend's daughter who is 10 years old is interested in trying to shoot a hog later this year when they go to hunting camp with me. I have settled on a Handi rifle for the platform. Choices are 223 and 44 mag. My idea with the 223 i...
by RustyJr
Sun Oct 15, 2017 10:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: possible new service pistol...
Replies: 19
Views: 2755

Re: possible new service pistol...

My agency just switched to the Sig P320 in 9mm from a Glock 23 in 40S&W. While it does feel good in my hand, I am a Glock guy through and through. Glocks have been put through more $*** and have a proven record both in actual combat as well as on the streets with law enforcement. I have carried ...
by RustyJr
Thu Aug 17, 2017 6:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 30-40 Krag
Replies: 10
Views: 3428

30-40 Krag

Friend of mine has a rifle in 30-40 Krag and is looking for some ammo for it. Everything I have turned up is either very expensive or out of stock. I told him he may have to start reloading to feed the ole girl but thought I would see if anyone on here knows of a source for affordable 30-40 Krag amm...
by RustyJr
Sat Jul 29, 2017 8:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Conundrum...
Replies: 4
Views: 1417

Re: Conundrum...

Magazine changes would be an important consideration for me. Maybe you wont need more than 13 rounds but what if you have a double feed and need a fresh magazine to clear a jam and recharge your gun? BTW what is your #2 gun?


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by RustyJr
Sat Jul 29, 2017 1:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Browning Citori shotgun question
Replies: 16
Views: 3337

Re: Browning Citori shotgun question

I have a nice wood stocked Ruger Hawkeye in 270 that I got as my one rifle for everything and was looking for a nice bird gun to compliment it. Settled on a 20Ga Wingmaster Remington 870. It is beautiful and light. Only thing I don't like that I didn't notice until after I got it home was that there...
by RustyJr
Tue Jul 25, 2017 2:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayers needed.
Replies: 21
Views: 2988

Re: Prayers needed.

I'm a LEO in Florida. Not sure what your son did, but if yall's justice system is any thing like ours he will probably get a "slap on the wrist". They are soft on juveniles here. More times than not too soft. Keep us posted as to how it goes.

RustyJr
by RustyJr
Fri Jun 30, 2017 7:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Been a hard few weeks
Replies: 12
Views: 2231

Re: Been a hard few weeks

Sorry for your loss. I'll keep ya in my prayers.

RustyJr
by RustyJr
Mon Jun 05, 2017 7:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My new baby is a pump
Replies: 13
Views: 3163

Re: My new baby is a pump

You have any huntin loads in mind and if so your gonna try and take a deer with it?

RustyJr
by RustyJr
Wed Apr 12, 2017 9:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 380 Self Defense loads
Replies: 17
Views: 3809

380 Self Defense loads

I currently carry a Glock 42 on duty as a back-up and at times also for off duty (only when my G19-9mm isn't doable). I currently carry it loaded with Speer Lawman FMJ loads. I carry the FMJ loads because I am concerned about not having enough penetration. That being said I would prefer hollowpoints...
by RustyJr
Thu Mar 30, 2017 7:25 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: camping
Replies: 5
Views: 1269

Re: camping

In reference to my dad's post, we hunted up there several years ago, and in order to carry a handgun to hunt with you also had to purchase a handgun permit with your hunting license. May be able to purchase one and be good, but like he said call local LE to be sure.

RustyJr
by RustyJr
Thu Mar 30, 2017 7:21 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .410 derringers. Thoughts?
Replies: 40
Views: 8992

Re: .410 derringers. Thoughts?

I also agree with the others with the J-Frame 38/357s. Other than only having two rounds I would not want to depend on the penetration of a 410 buckshot to stop someone especially out of a pistol. I generally carry a Glock 19 (mid size 9mm) with a reload when off duty. Will be carrying a Smith and W...
by RustyJr
Sat Mar 25, 2017 8:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 38 Special load and holster
Replies: 20
Views: 4339

Re: 38 Special load and holster

The new ones are rated for +P loads, however as far as I am aware the older ones are not. This is a blued model probably manufactured in the 60s or so.


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by RustyJr
Sat Mar 25, 2017 8:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 38 Special load and holster
Replies: 20
Views: 4339

38 Special load and holster

I currently have a Smith and Wesson Model 37 in 38 Special. Am looking at carrying it on duty as a backup and at times off duty. Can anyone recommend a good ankle holster (I have been considering one made by Galco)? Also what is a good place to get standard pressure 38 Special defensive loads? The 3...
by RustyJr
Sun Feb 26, 2017 9:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Anybody want an M-1 ?
Replies: 20
Views: 3363

Re: Anybody want an M-1 ?

Recently acquired a M-1 Garand but wouldn't mind havin another.


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by RustyJr
Wed Feb 15, 2017 5:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 9MM Defensive loads
Replies: 37
Views: 8169

9MM Defensive loads

I currently carry a Glock 19 loaded with Hornady Custom 147 grain XTP when off duty. While I prefer heavy for caliber loads, I recently was reading a book by Massad Ayoob in which he mentioned unreliable expansion and over penetration issues with certain 147 grain 9mm loads. For those that carry a 9...
by RustyJr
Mon Jan 16, 2017 7:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The dirty girl!
Replies: 22
Views: 3282

Re: The dirty girl!

Good photographs Nath as always. Thank you. Care to tell us the story of how you bagged the pheasant? Always enjoy your stories.

RustyJr
by RustyJr
Fri Jan 13, 2017 11:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gun shop owner fights back!
Replies: 25
Views: 3080

Re: Gun shop owner fights back!

Also another example of Action beating Reaction. Gun shop owner was mentally prepared and stopped the threat with deadly force as was required. The body can not go where the mind has not already been.

RustyJr
by RustyJr
Mon Dec 12, 2016 5:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lots of 'Scotch' might be involved in this Merry Christmas..
Replies: 10
Views: 1908

Re: Lots of 'Scotch' might be involved in this Merry Christm

Always have liked the sound of the bag pipes

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by RustyJr
Mon Dec 12, 2016 5:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Merry Christmas fellars
Replies: 34
Views: 4308

Re: Merry Christmas fellars

Merry Christmas Pitchy!! It is always good to hear from you and see your posts. That side car sure has some beautiful wood work.


RustyJr
by RustyJr
Thu Oct 27, 2016 8:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Finally, Some Good News.....
Replies: 6
Views: 1221

Re: Finally, Some Good News.....

Glad to hear it . . .

RustyJr
by RustyJr
Thu Oct 27, 2016 8:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .36 vs .44 '51 percussion
Replies: 12
Views: 1667

Re: .36 vs .44 '51 percussion

I can not answer your question, however I recently handled a .36 caliber 51 Navy and a 1860 Army .44 caliber together side by side and can definitely say the Navy feels better in my hand. While I prefer the.44 over the .36 for power I would probably go with the .36 based upon feel and handling. Fort...
by RustyJr
Wed Sep 21, 2016 7:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Is this a stupid idea?
Replies: 28
Views: 2955

Re: Is this a stupid idea?

Might want to try an old fashioned powder horn with a wooden/rubber stopper. Might not sweat like metal but not entirely sure. Sure worked for alot of the old mountain men, and it looks cool to boot.


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by RustyJr
Thu Sep 08, 2016 5:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rifle Magazine special edition
Replies: 19
Views: 2508

Re: Rifle Magazine special edition

While I do agree with you Blaine about the amount of knowledge on this forum (as well as the good company I might add), there is something about having an actual book or magazine in hand to read. That being said there are few magazine's worth buying these days unfortunately.

RustyJr
by RustyJr
Tue Sep 06, 2016 5:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Life and death... A day afield
Replies: 16
Views: 2323

Re: Life and death... A day afield

Wonderful writing sir. I would say that you have a skill, gift I think would probably be a better word, with writing and the telling of stories. I would say that even Jack O'Connor would raise his glass to it. Thank you for the read. If you have any other walks and/or hunts of the past and future th...
by RustyJr
Tue Aug 16, 2016 11:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Another new old western
Replies: 17
Views: 2782

Re: Another new old western

So far as I am concerned no matter how "good" the new version is, it will never be as good as the original. Can't beat the casting of the original.

RustyJr
by RustyJr
Tue Aug 16, 2016 11:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Quick trip to the range w/ the new Defender
Replies: 15
Views: 1861

Re: Quick trip to the range w/ the new Defender

Doc,

I could be wrong but I believe the correct term would be auditory exclusion. High stress situations and hunting situations one usually does not get the ringing in the ears (not that it doesn't do damage I am sure). At least that has been my limited experience in such situations.

RustyJr
by RustyJr
Mon Aug 01, 2016 10:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lightin' out for Texas
Replies: 16
Views: 2416

Re: Lightin' out for Texas

Great photo and story. Even if you can't get your hands on the sixgun I'd still be interested to know what caliber and all it was.


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by RustyJr
Sat Jun 18, 2016 11:35 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Frustrating combo
Replies: 10
Views: 2016

Re: Frustrating combo

I would agree with Griff. I have heard of this being an issue with some Ruger Blackhawks as well.

RustyJr
by RustyJr
Sun Jun 05, 2016 8:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayers for Jim Taylor whose wife Twyla passed
Replies: 11
Views: 2186

Re: Prayers for Jim Taylor whose wife Twyla passed

Tutt,

If what your referring to is what I saw, Jim made a reference about being gone for a while and a trip into mountains of New Mexico.

RustyJr
by RustyJr
Sun May 22, 2016 2:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hardware stores
Replies: 10
Views: 1959

Re: Hardware stores

One of my best LGS is located inside of an Ace Hardware Store not too far from my parents place. Good friends with several of the "gun guys". They even get in an occasional old levergun or two that come in.

RustyJr
by RustyJr
Sun May 22, 2016 12:31 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Something nice happened to me today,
Replies: 17
Views: 2649

Re: Something nice happened to me today,

Thank you to you and all the other Veterans on this forum.


RustyJr
by RustyJr
Sun May 22, 2016 12:11 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I need a new car...
Replies: 19
Views: 2887

Re: I need a new car...

wecsoger wrote:Why did they bother putting the rear view mirrors on 'em? Why would you even give a flying **** if you hit something when backing?

"LIKE" :lol: :lol: :lol:


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by RustyJr
Wed May 11, 2016 9:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Twyla has "gone home"...
Replies: 54
Views: 7077

Re: Twyla has "gone home"...

Prayers and thoughts go out to to you Jim and your family. I am sorry for your loss.


RustyJr
by RustyJr
Mon May 09, 2016 6:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Recent hunting photos from UK.
Replies: 23
Views: 3121

Re: Recent hunting photos from UK.

Great pics Nath. Always enjoy your posts :D

RustyJr
by RustyJr
Fri Mar 18, 2016 8:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cop complaint update - I didn't complain; maybe should have
Replies: 52
Views: 5829

Re: Cop complaint update - I didn't complain; maybe should h

I am an active LEO and from what you are describing as to the behavior of the officers/deputies I would not deem it appropriate. Guessing it may have been a group of rookies that wanted to through their weight around. In regards to the citation, I would research it before you attempt to fight it. In...