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by Trailboss
Fri May 19, 2023 11:22 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The new Henry revolver ...
Replies: 48
Views: 2182

Re: The new Henry revolver ...

Life is too short to carry a Henry revolver. Especially one as ugly as that one.
by Trailboss
Wed May 03, 2023 3:12 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 38-55 ammo
Replies: 18
Views: 849

Re: 38-55 ammo

Not sure what these would be worth in today’s market. Seemed reasonable 7 years ago. Top box are 30-30s. I have a few boxes of those from the same period and price range. Never felt a need to shoot em. Rather I reload using my own cast lead, resized 30-30 range pickup brass, primers that I paid $15...
by Trailboss
Tue May 02, 2023 3:52 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .480 Ruger
Replies: 27
Views: 1266

Re: .480 Ruger

A month earlier I could have helped but today all my factory 480 Hornady ammo is packed away for longer term storage. I'm pretty sure I have at least a dozen boxes of Hornady 325 along with a sizable quantity of Speer factory. Today I shoot my reloads almost exclusively. It will be at least a year b...
by Trailboss
Tue May 02, 2023 2:55 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Manhunt In Texas
Replies: 33
Views: 1543

Re: Manhunt In Texas

Sixgun wrote: Mon May 01, 2023 10:18 pm Wow! That amazing! Since 2007 that’s all I’ve heard here is “What would Jesus do?” Jesus wouldn’t seek revenge or punishment or be prepared with a weapon….……..until it’s on your doorstep…..

Hypocrisy at its finest.——-006
Wow, so much anger and projection. Sad
by Trailboss
Sat Apr 01, 2023 2:07 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Adios, guys
Replies: 20
Views: 1208

Re: Adios, guys

1894cfan wrote: Fri Mar 31, 2023 8:16 pm
wvfarrier wrote: Fri Mar 31, 2023 3:37 pmWell, bye
Ike, you and Stillwell go and finish it! Thanks for nothin, Richard!
Welcome back 1894cfan, that was fast.
by Trailboss
Fri Mar 31, 2023 1:30 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Adios, guys
Replies: 20
Views: 1208

Re: Adios, guys

1894cfan wrote: Thu Mar 30, 2023 11:21 pm I'm tired of getting logged off all the time and having to log back on every time I come back here, so I'm saying goodbye!
Be safe out there.
by Trailboss
Fri Dec 23, 2022 7:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: He was too fond of ammunition...
Replies: 3
Views: 362

Re: He was too fond of ammunition...

That is wrong in so many ways, I wouldn't know where to begin.
by Trailboss
Fri Dec 23, 2022 2:49 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: If you could have just one Rossi 92 ...
Replies: 33
Views: 1715

Re: If you could have just one Rossi 92 ...

I'd pick a 20 inch stainless in 480Ruger. I have other firearms that cover the lesser calibers. The 480 is one of the most enjoyable cartridges I've ever shot, and I've shot many many. The 480 has a pleasant recoil, throws a heavy lead and the sound is not ear piercing, rather it's more like a low p...
by Trailboss
Fri Nov 11, 2022 5:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lead Rifle Men
Replies: 29
Views: 1154

Re: Lead Rifle Men

This is a casting situation that could benefit from a Centrifugal Casting Machine.
by Trailboss
Thu Nov 10, 2022 3:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lead Rifle Men
Replies: 29
Views: 1154

Re: Lead Rifle Men

Thanks fellers, been sick for two weeks so something to do. Tried everything seems like the lead should be thinner but i don`t remember how to do that. :roll: Pitchy, I suspect that your mold is not warm enough when you pour the lead in. This results in the heat from the lead being siphoned off bef...
by Trailboss
Tue Oct 18, 2022 4:33 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Win 94 Big Bore question
Replies: 18
Views: 1226

Re: Win 94 Big Bore question

I personally wouldn't change a thing. The effective range is nearly the same for both cartridges in the lever action Winchester. Both are very effective cartridges so nothing gained by swapping.
by Trailboss
Thu Sep 22, 2022 2:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 30-30 and Nosler 170gr Partitions
Replies: 7
Views: 618

Re: 30-30 and Nosler 170gr Partitions

I had a few boxes of Federal Premium 30-30 loaded with Nosler Partitions. It was good ammo but I didn't really notice much difference in bullet expansion/weight retention with Winchester Power Points or Remington Cor Locks. All three bullets do well in deer sided game and I never had a failure.
by Trailboss
Mon Aug 22, 2022 1:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: am I the only have dreams
Replies: 3
Views: 363

Re: am I the only have dreams

jng, need to check sugar levels.
by Trailboss
Sun Jul 31, 2022 9:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Which of your guns would you take to Africa?
Replies: 38
Views: 1896

Re: Which of your guns would you take to Africa?

Some very good choices by members. I would select two popular calibers in bolt action. Winchester 375 H&H and an FN 30-06. Both scoped with high quality 3-9 glass.
by Trailboss
Sat Jul 23, 2022 7:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: google ai wants to converse like a child
Replies: 6
Views: 585

Re: google ai wants to converse like a child

Being written by Google engineers it's probably a pedophile.
:shock:
by Trailboss
Fri Jul 22, 2022 10:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: In a moment of weakness .480 Ruger No. 1
Replies: 37
Views: 3606

Re: In a moment of weakness .480 Ruger No. 1

Old Savage wrote: Fri Jul 22, 2022 9:26 pm I have one Tutt wishes he had, Ruger compact .30, 2950 fps, 3x 5/8” 180 gr bullet ;-)
Huh?
by Trailboss
Fri Jul 22, 2022 5:42 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: In a moment of weakness .480 Ruger No. 1
Replies: 37
Views: 3606

Re: In a moment of weakness .480 Ruger No. 1

I've always loved the Ruger No 1 and in a 480 Ruger it's awesome. I do believe that 480R is my favorite cartridge.
by Trailboss
Mon Jun 06, 2022 1:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cast or jacketed bullets in pitted 1894 Winchester barrel?
Replies: 11
Views: 1072

Re: Cast or jacketed bullets in pitted 1894 Winchester barrel?

My old, full length, 1894 Winchester rifle in 30-30 was made in 1903. Its has very little wear at the muzzle and the lands look strong. However, the bore is dark and pitting in the bore grooves is pretty obvious. I have not fired it, but have had it in the safe for decades. I am wondering whether t...
by Trailboss
Sun May 22, 2022 2:07 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Horses in WWI
Replies: 13
Views: 1104

Re: Horses in WWI

My Grandpa fought in WW1, horse cavalry in the black forest. He was only 16 years old but lied about his age to sign up.
by Trailboss
Mon May 16, 2022 9:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: An interesting video on 38 Super
Replies: 12
Views: 1150

Re: An interesting video on 38 Super

JimT wrote: Mon May 16, 2022 3:44 pm I have been shooting .38 Super in my .357 single actions since back in the 1960's. You will have some guns with tight chambers that they won't work in, but mostly they are fine.
Jim, stop that. Us 38 Super owners have enough trouble finding ammo as it is. :D
by Trailboss
Mon May 02, 2022 7:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hornady Brass?
Replies: 13
Views: 1058

Re: Hornady Brass?

Griff wrote: Sun May 01, 2022 2:06 pm
Scott Tschirhart wrote: Sun May 01, 2022 8:06 amHornady brass is very good.
That's my take on it as well. Have some in .30-06, .30-30 & 7mm RemMag...
+1
by Trailboss
Mon May 02, 2022 2:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: "CZ Hammer Classic" Side-by-side Scattergun
Replies: 11
Views: 1048

Re: "CZ Hammer Classic" Side-by-side Scattergun

Does the hammer double have a separate safety or do the uncocked hammers act as such? I wonder about using it as a grouse gun. Seems like it would take too long to cock the hammer when the grouse is flushed and heading into the bush. I can slip the safety off as I'm lifting my hammerless so it's qu...
by Trailboss
Mon May 02, 2022 12:46 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: "CZ Hammer Classic" Side-by-side Scattergun
Replies: 11
Views: 1048

Re: "CZ Hammer Classic" Side-by-side Scattergun

I have a sxs 12 hammerless with double triggers, coach gun. Auto safety. Does the hammer double have a separate safety or do the uncocked hammers act as such? I wonder about using it as a grouse gun. Seems like it would take too long to cock the hammer when the grouse is flushed and heading into the...
by Trailboss
Fri Apr 22, 2022 1:38 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Grizzlies and the 30-30
Replies: 165
Views: 59155

Re: Grizzlies and the 30-30

Some good thoughts and memories shared here. It's good to use what works for you. Early in my days I shot quite a few bear with 30-30, 32 Win and 300 Savage. I seldom got a chance to make a perfect shot, most often shooting through timber and at a quartering animals. For bear weighing 500+ pounds, t...
by Trailboss
Sat Apr 09, 2022 7:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A rule I hadn't heard but wish I had heard and obeyed...
Replies: 21
Views: 1608

Re: A rule I hadn't heard but wish I had heard and obeyed...

Doc AJ, the fella you speak of sounds pretty smart. I've been unable to follow his advise but have tried to do so. I have a certain number of dedicated rounds for every firearm I own but less than he recommended. My ammo reserve is based on the number of rounds reserved for each firearm so that I ca...
by Trailboss
Sun Mar 20, 2022 5:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Old Primers
Replies: 13
Views: 1025

Re: Old Primers

jb,

I have a red brick of the Remingtons from the 1970's. Very good primers.
by Trailboss
Tue Mar 08, 2022 4:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: People have lost their minds
Replies: 32
Views: 2505

Re: People have lost their minds

I've recently come into enough money that I can purchase any firearms or other stuff that I wish with almost no limit. Since it happened, I haven't purchased anything. I already have a few quality firearms, none of which are valuable, but all of which are good hunters. My 18 year old pickup runs wel...
by Trailboss
Sun Mar 06, 2022 8:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: People have lost their minds
Replies: 32
Views: 2505

Re: People have lost their minds

Hello good friend and seller of item. I am Abdule Wanabibue, I win your item and am send you a Certified Bank Check from the prestigious and trusted National Bank of Benin. I send you the full amount and $5000 extra. You please cash and send the extra cash to me along with my win. On the day after y...
by Trailboss
Fri Mar 04, 2022 3:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Win 92, where oh where?
Replies: 44
Views: 3183

Re: Win 92, where oh where?

I have two Rossi 92s that get the most use. An old 38/357 and a 480 Ruger. Both have been slicked up and tuned to perfection and are a delight to shoot. An original 92 would be nice, but wouldn't be as much fun for me. My enjoyment comes from shooting rather than having. If I don't shoot it, it's go...
by Trailboss
Wed Feb 23, 2022 4:17 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: heart attack scare
Replies: 18
Views: 1411

Re: heart attack scare

mickbr wrote: Wed Feb 23, 2022 3:47 am No he is unvaccinated, like myself.
Ok, same as myself. I had my first heart attack when I was 50, caused by stress. A change of lifestyle and it's now been 16 years. My doctor says heart disease is 50% genetic and 50% stress. I'm still higher risk but keep my stress levels low.
by Trailboss
Wed Feb 23, 2022 3:44 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: heart attack scare
Replies: 18
Views: 1411

Re: heart attack scare

Not intending to stir up anything but just wondering, was he vaccinated? How recently?
by Trailboss
Wed Feb 16, 2022 3:58 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayer Request for Bill Falin
Replies: 12
Views: 962

Re: Prayer Request for Bill Falin

Praying now
by Trailboss
Tue Feb 08, 2022 2:09 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester 32 special ammo
Replies: 29
Views: 5704

Re: Winchester 32 special ammo

I've been loading for the 32WS for about 30 years and have killed lots of deer and a few bear with it. Been loading for the 38-55 for the past 10 years. I cast for both calibers and use 30-30 cases resized for both. I don't bother to pickup my casings as I have so many extra 30-30, no need to recycl...
by Trailboss
Mon Feb 07, 2022 2:13 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester 32 special ammo
Replies: 29
Views: 5704

Re: Winchester 32 special ammo

Can anyone tell me where to find Winchester 32 special ammo I just inherited Model 94 from 1955 It appears out of stock at most places. This outfit has them instock but the price is 4x what I used to see. https://greenacressporting.com/product/remington-ammunition-21489-core-lokt-32-win-special-170...
by Trailboss
Tue Feb 01, 2022 2:39 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Model 92 in 480 Ruger
Replies: 12
Views: 1254

Re: Model 92 in 480 Ruger

I got a few boxes of factory ammo with it, and was a little surprised that they were all 325 grain bullets. I cast 350’s and 380/400 HP/solid combo bullets, I want to try. Some fun to look forward to, once I can walk thru the more than knee deep snow on my range. I must have at least 16 boxes of fa...
by Trailboss
Thu Jan 27, 2022 1:42 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Model 92 in 480 Ruger
Replies: 12
Views: 1254

Re: Model 92 in 480 Ruger

Bearskinner, I've owned and carried a Rossi 480R for a few years now. Shot multiple black bear, multiple deer and a mountain lion. All went down quickly with the bullet passing clean through but leaving a decent sized hole. I feel confident that the 480 will take any game on the American Continent w...
by Trailboss
Wed Jan 05, 2022 11:30 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: current ammo situation?
Replies: 28
Views: 2309

Re: current ammo situation?

...Heck I’ve got enough home cast bullets to load probably thirty thousand 444’s . I don't understand the reasoning behind this. A 444 will be a lever action or single shot, I seriously doubt that a person could fire 30,000 rounds in a lifetime. After all, it's a big game hunting round. Not critici...
by Trailboss
Thu Dec 16, 2021 1:28 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What's the lowest price you paid...
Replies: 29
Views: 3569

Re: What's the lowest price you paid...

I still have a few 200 round plastic bulk boxes of CCI Mini Mag that I purchased back in the late 1970s, price on them is $1.99. Have 20 boxes of Winchester Super X .22 in hundred round boxes that I paid $1.99 for. More expensive than the CCI was but we thought it must be better ammo. I probably sho...
by Trailboss
Thu Dec 09, 2021 3:29 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Score 170 gr Winchester Silvertip .30-30 ammo
Replies: 19
Views: 2683

Re: Score 170 gr Winchester Silvertip .30-30 ammo

I found a box the other day that had 9 left in it. Probably enough to last the rest of my life. I have plenty of other stuff if I run low. D I've always considered a rifle without ammo to be little more than a club. I pay too much for my rifles for them to become non-firearms so I keep a supply of ...
by Trailboss
Wed Dec 08, 2021 5:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester 94 barrel replacement question
Replies: 8
Views: 1315

Re: Winchester 94 barrel replacement question

Wow, this forum does not disappoint. Thank you all for sharing your knowledge and experience. My rifle is a pre-64, and the serial number of 146,XXX puts it at 1898. I thought about getting a liner put in but it is rough on the exterior too. The front Dovetail sight cut was done poorly and it has s...
by Trailboss
Wed Nov 24, 2021 2:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Win 94 1901 Octagon .38-55
Replies: 13
Views: 1186

Re: Win 94 1901 Octagon .38-55

^^^^ So this would negatively affect the value of the rifle, since its been modified? Unfortunately yes. The rifle will not be of interest to collectors since it's no longer original. However, the rifle is a desirable caliber and in usable condition and so would be of interest to a hunter at a hunt...
by Trailboss
Tue Nov 23, 2021 6:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Win 94 1901 Octagon .38-55
Replies: 13
Views: 1186

Re: Win 94 1901 Octagon .38-55

I snapped a few more pics, there is definitely some marks under the barrel near the muzzle. It does not appear to me that the barrel has been cut down, but I am far from an expert. Thanks for the help, guys. The barrel crown looks original but the magazine has been cut down and the dovetail filled....
by Trailboss
Mon Nov 22, 2021 3:45 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Decision To Open Carry In A Riot
Replies: 17
Views: 1943

Re: The Decision To Open Carry In A Riot

Open carry worked well for a group of asians who were on the roof of their store during a riot. If I remember correctly there were around 10-12 all armed with rifles. Looking down on the riot with rifles in full view. The rioters took one look and walked past their store to smash and loot the next o...
by Trailboss
Fri Nov 19, 2021 5:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Social use of the .30-30
Replies: 55
Views: 8040

Re: Social use of the .30-30

wvfarrier wrote: Fri Nov 19, 2021 4:42 pm My Handloaded barnes 150 tsx-fn makes a deer look like a hand grenade went off inside it
That doesn't sound good, must be lots of meat ruined.
by Trailboss
Tue Oct 12, 2021 6:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Component Availability.....
Replies: 30
Views: 7204

Re: Component Availability.....

I laid in a lot of primers after the last time we did this. But yesterday, I ordered a case of 10 pounds of Unique from Bruno Shooters Supply in Arizona. The only place I could find that had it and would allow me to order a significant amount (to spread out the hazmat fee). I'm thinking that this i...
by Trailboss
Sun Sep 19, 2021 8:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: If you could have just one 92 ...
Replies: 66
Views: 7304

Re: If you could have just one 92 ...

Bill in Oregon wrote: Sun Sep 19, 2021 5:59 pm I live in elk, bear and oryx country, hence my preference for the heavier blow ...
Bill, sounds like the 480 Ruger in a Rossi 92 would be perfect for you. I wish Rossi would make em again.
by Trailboss
Tue Sep 14, 2021 2:13 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Scat ID requested
Replies: 16
Views: 1860

Re: Scat ID requested

Bear
by Trailboss
Fri Sep 10, 2021 5:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What was the first gun you bought?
Replies: 81
Views: 10544

Re: What was the first gun you bought?

My first handgun was a single shot Savage model 101. I was 13 years old and didn't need my parents permission. I paid $15 for the Savage NIB and they threw in a box of SuperX 22 shells. Shot a lot of rabbits that summer.
by Trailboss
Sun Sep 05, 2021 1:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester model 94
Replies: 3
Views: 789

Re: Winchester model 94

$300
by Trailboss
Sun Aug 29, 2021 1:40 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: well I went and did it, 480 ruger carbine
Replies: 56
Views: 7010

Re: well I went and did it, 480 ruger carbine

My favorite CCI 350 Magnum Large Pistol primer