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by Streetstar
Mon Aug 18, 2025 2:11 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Making peace with the 9mm
Replies: 32
Views: 1380

Re: Making peace with the 9mm

Didnt know they (S&W) made a small 1911 format pistol I have experience with the Sig 238 and 938 by proxy, and would love to add a Colt Mustang to the inventory if i come across one at a time that coincides with me having some walking around money Great little guns and i would be happy to retire...
by Streetstar
Mon Aug 18, 2025 2:07 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Double rifle in .480
Replies: 27
Views: 1890

Re: Double rifle in .480

I have seen and fired some very nice doubles and drillings, but as a retired GOV guy don't own any and as an OLD guy don't want to carry one. This one probably weighs about 5 pounds and has 16 inch barrels. It’s easy to carry. :o :o :o obviously something for beginner shooters or those who are reco...
by Streetstar
Mon Aug 18, 2025 2:05 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Talk about a "Bomb Shelter...!"
Replies: 1
Views: 373

Re: Talk about a "Bomb Shelter...!"

Id rather go for the missile silo in Kansas for a bit over a mil

sounds like a lot until you price a typical single family home on a lot now
by Streetstar
Mon Aug 18, 2025 2:03 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy Birthday J Miller
Replies: 3
Views: 387

Re: Happy Birthday J Miller

Happy Birthday Joe !!

Hope you got out shooting or can ge out shooting soon ! -- thats how i try to celebrate my birthday when i can !
by Streetstar
Fri Aug 15, 2025 10:10 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Henry Revolvers
Replies: 19
Views: 844

Re: Henry Revolvers

I have read elswhere as well that people find them ugly. Honestly, the look of it is what appeals to me. I think it looks fantastic. But I would hate to purchase on looks alone and then find out its not a good shooter. The only thing i have heard of from them that wasnt reliable was early reports o...
by Streetstar
Fri Aug 15, 2025 10:07 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Henry Revolvers
Replies: 19
Views: 844

Re: Henry Revolvers

Honestly I absolutely hate the looks , hopefully they are shooters. You know what I really would have hoped is that Anthony Imperato would have struck anouther agreement with Colt to produce the Authentic Blackpowder series revolvers. I was about to remark something similar, but not that specific -...
by Streetstar
Fri Aug 15, 2025 9:48 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Really interesting photo I'd never seen
Replies: 15
Views: 1095

Re: Really interesting photo I'd never seen

Hemingway was looking for U-Boats in the Carribean. Bogart got in on it too, - i guess they had quite a ragtag civilian Navy comprised of folks with enough means to have boats that could be outfitted for surveillance, although Hemingways boat, The Pilar, was only 38 feet --- may have been perfect co...
by Streetstar
Fri Aug 15, 2025 9:29 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Henry Revolvers
Replies: 19
Views: 844

Re: Henry Revolvers

When those came out i thought they looked kinda like a Colt Trooper or Lawman in profile They have an interesting appearance with the brass accents , but they priced me out of the market. I think you can procure a Colt King Cobra or Ruger GP-100 , Smith 686 etc. for the price they are trying to get ...
by Streetstar
Thu Aug 14, 2025 8:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Air Force makes arrest in M18 Shooting death
Replies: 5
Views: 543

Re: Air Force makes arrest in M18 Shooting death

Griff wrote: Sat Aug 09, 2025 8:31 am As Arsenio Hall used to say... "Hhhmmm?"

No joke -- why did it take 2 weeks Thats a very secure facility, im sure there is camera footage the GP (general public) will never see one way or the other though
by Streetstar
Thu Aug 14, 2025 8:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Where are all the old coots???
Replies: 52
Views: 4353

Re: Where are all the old coots???

January 2009 -- that wouldve made me 37 at the time -- possibly one of the younger members then. At a stately 54 now, not sure if i qualify for Coot status just yet, but a lot of people i know think im an opinionated A Hole :lol:
by Streetstar
Thu Aug 14, 2025 8:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Where are all the old coots???
Replies: 52
Views: 4353

Re: Where are all the old coots???

posting to see my Leverguns "Born on" date
by Streetstar
Tue May 27, 2025 11:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Project at the house
Replies: 51
Views: 21103

Re: Project at the house

Rimfire McNutjob wrote: Mon May 26, 2025 7:50 pm Don't forget InLine Fabrication if you get tight for space. Their stuff saved me.

InLineRail.jpg

Pretty slick setup friend !
by Streetstar
Thu May 22, 2025 8:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bowen Classic Arms and Mr. Bowen
Replies: 17
Views: 2033

Re: Bowen Classic Arms and Mr. Bowen

Like Scott said -- get thine revolver to Bowen by June 1st then ! :lol: :lol: Bummer for me - i always wanted a Bowen Redhawk Me too. Actually hated to send it. But it will be worth the wait. Dang it -- Scott , if you dont mind me "namedropping" a bit i might mention you and call them tom...
by Streetstar
Thu May 22, 2025 5:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bowen Classic Arms and Mr. Bowen
Replies: 17
Views: 2033

Re: Bowen Classic Arms and Mr. Bowen

Like Scott said -- get thine revolver to Bowen by June 1st then ! :lol: :lol:

Bummer for me - i always wanted a Bowen Redhawk
by Streetstar
Thu May 22, 2025 11:35 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bowen Classic Arms and Mr. Bowen
Replies: 17
Views: 2033

Re: Bowen Classic Arms and Mr. Bowen

Gary Reeder ?
by Streetstar
Tue Apr 29, 2025 10:12 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin 1894 Limited Cowboy Carbine Won
Replies: 13
Views: 5789

Re: Marlin 1894 Limited Cowboy Carbine Won

I would like to find a Trapper length gun in .45 Colt and I really like Marlins. My favorite gun shop in town went to auction sales only and the only other store in this area that sells pre-owned lever actions is 60 miles away. I'll keep checking there. GunBroker - for those itches that have to be ...
by Streetstar
Tue Apr 29, 2025 10:08 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Modern Winchester 92s
Replies: 21
Views: 11060

Re: Modern Winchester 92s

I’ve had both - emphasis on HAD I now only own a handful of Winchester’s and Winchester pattern rifles. Also ditched the 44mags for 45 Colt After carrying both Winchesters and Marlins afield I prefer the Winchesters. They feel trimmer and have a natural balance for me. Talking about the PCC’s now - ...
by Streetstar
Tue Apr 29, 2025 9:50 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I was thinking about buying another pistol…
Replies: 16
Views: 9034

Re: I was thinking about buying another pistol…

Yes

I can’t stay away from arms list even bough I have zero ‘need” for another gun

I do have a perceived need for better optics for the ones I have, more silencers and more ammo though
by Streetstar
Tue Apr 29, 2025 9:44 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: So selling your collection off at gun shows is now a felony...
Replies: 3
Views: 5521

Re: So selling your collection off at gun shows is now a felony...

Would have to have more info to have any real opinion
by Streetstar
Tue Apr 08, 2025 9:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gifted a rifle
Replies: 26
Views: 11930

Re: Gifted a rifle

I gave a 1991 S-15 GMC to my buddy for his 14-15 year old kid (legal to drive with a farm stamp) --- 3 years ago pr so , so not compl;etely ancient history Was non functional at the time for any number of reasons He approached me not vice versa but i cautioned him that a "Free Truck" is of...
by Streetstar
Tue Apr 08, 2025 9:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My Son the Glock-guy having second-thoughts...
Replies: 15
Views: 4264

Re: My Son the Glock-guy having second-thoughts...

We got a couple of vtes for the Hi-Power
Or if 10mm is on the agenda-

Its low capacity, but SIG still has a 220 in 10 if you look around and arent afraid to unfold a bit of green candy
by Streetstar
Tue Apr 08, 2025 4:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My Son the Glock-guy having second-thoughts...
Replies: 15
Views: 4264

Re: My Son the Glock-guy having second-thoughts...

I never have handled a Browning Hi-Power but they are classics, and as a respectable gun-owner, I really SHOULD own one... By the time I get around to getting one they will probably be scarce/collector items and very pricey... :| Springfield makes a very nice one in the $650ish range couple of clon...
by Streetstar
Tue Apr 08, 2025 1:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: There's no such thing as having too many guns, but....
Replies: 11
Views: 4049

Re: There's no such thing as having too many guns, but....

I left a Sig P238 in my hunting bag one year -- put the bag away and proceeded to feverishly look for the 238 thinking i had lost it 8 months later pulled the bag out to get ready for the next season -- voila -- I have decided i have too many guns to keep up with, so i have been selectively "gi...
by Streetstar
Fri Mar 14, 2025 7:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Thinking About John Taffin ... trying to remember ...
Replies: 11
Views: 3553

Re: Thinking About John Taffin ... trying to remember ...

... a week of shooting where you only brought a couple guns. What would you bring? What loads would you use? What kind of shooting would you do? /wow - a couple as in just 2 ? -- or my definition of a "couple" which means 4 or 5 7.5" Blackhawk --- (and if stretching definition of a c...
by Streetstar
Thu Mar 13, 2025 6:45 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: RFK Jr is getting in on the DOGE act
Replies: 22
Views: 7362

Re: RFK Jr is getting in on the DOGE act

I strive to eat well -- lots of beef and game meat from either myself or the butcher ive known for w a while now but legislating food is a slippery slope --- Euros often visit our country and remark on the bread and how sweet it tastes though amongst other things --- to many women , having a coffee ...
by Streetstar
Mon Mar 10, 2025 11:17 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I talked with John Taffin's wife last night.
Replies: 18
Views: 5289

Re: I talked with John Taffin's wife last night.

Would love some divine intervention,

but if not - there is comfort in knowing that he, Venturino and Murbach will be spinning the dueling trees in heaven

i'll keep him alive in my heart by continually searching for and modifying my standards on the "perfect packin' pistol"
by Streetstar
Fri Mar 07, 2025 8:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: USCCA battle escalates - video might not last long so if interested watch soon
Replies: 6
Views: 2821

Re: USCCA battle escalates - video might not last long so if interested watch soon

. The guy on Heavy Duty Country sure isn't one to back down :shock: - it reminds me of the way I react to health insurance companies and to pharmacists who try to force inappropriate regimens on my patients to improve their store/chain 'stats' ... :evil: They try to back him into a corner, and he c...
by Streetstar
Fri Mar 07, 2025 7:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: RFK Jr is getting in on the DOGE act
Replies: 22
Views: 7362

Re: RFK Jr is getting in on the DOGE act

I have ate nothing but beef, pork, and butter for the past 6 months. What I have come to call the "4B's" diet. Since I started on my health kick, I have lost almost 20 pounds - 175 pounds and stand 6'1" currently. Went down 2 pant sizes and up one shirt size. Noticable muscle gain an...
by Streetstar
Tue Feb 11, 2025 10:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Another WWI .455
Replies: 6
Views: 2794

Re: Another WWI .455

That old Colt looks like it has some stories to tell !

Love it
by Streetstar
Fri Feb 07, 2025 11:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Most Produced Handgun
Replies: 19
Views: 13251

Re: Most Produced Handgun

I did a search and Aimplus.com has S&W Mod 64-6 LEO trade-ins for $499. They're Mod 10 that are stainless. From personal experience, most trade-in are in great mechanical shape. Just lots of wear from everyday carry. Most are shot 2-4 times a year for qualifications......shotguns even less. Pur...
by Streetstar
Fri Feb 07, 2025 11:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Thinking of a Bolt Gun
Replies: 32
Views: 26133

Re: Thinking of a Bolt Gun

What Doug said, but in 6.5 Grendel. Sub-MOA groups with almost zero recoil in a cartridge with huge accuracy potential. Drop it in a Boyd's wood stock and don't look back. Loaded Grendel on the right, Creedmoor on the left. https://i.postimg.cc/HrNGB8L3/image-16905473.jpg I had almost forgotten abo...
by Streetstar
Fri Feb 07, 2025 2:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Thinking of a Bolt Gun
Replies: 32
Views: 26133

Re: Thinking of a Bolt Gun

Range toy for load development?

Ruger American rifle in 6.5 CM
by Streetstar
Tue Jan 28, 2025 4:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My “JES” 38-55 project gun, Marlin 336
Replies: 20
Views: 9619

Re: My “JES” 38-55 project gun, Marlin 336

Nice!

I'd rather start off with a cherry condition gun as the basis for a project, like you're doing, also :) --- they made a few million 336's - may as well make yours something you will enjoy more
by Streetstar
Tue Jan 28, 2025 1:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: is an era of gun developement ending
Replies: 8
Views: 4085

Re: is an era of gun developement ending

7mm BackCountry is an interesting piece of - Evolution? 80k lbs of pressure, steel cased, 3000 fps in a 16" barrel (so you can use a suppressor without the resulting rifle being longer than a Brown Bess) with recoil supposedly about like a 243 If it delivers on all that --- id say its much more...
by Streetstar
Fri Jan 24, 2025 1:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: In case there is anyone who does not have my books and desires to
Replies: 3
Views: 1997

Re: In case there is anyone who does not have my books and desires to

Wow!

I’ll report back on whether I can get these uploaded to my device when I get back to my office later today!


UPDATE: - Thanks Jim ! Ive got a separated shoulder and am awaiting surgery so these will be nice this weekend !
by Streetstar
Fri Jan 24, 2025 1:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Northern Florida axis doe hunt
Replies: 9
Views: 6028

Re: Northern Florida axis doe hunt

Pretty little thing

I hope you can save that gorgeous hide for something!
by Streetstar
Fri Jan 24, 2025 1:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 454 casull rossi's
Replies: 19
Views: 7998

Re: 454 casull rossi's

. however if I go back out to bear-country, most likely I'll have that Rossi 454. Now I could fit the same niche with an AR SBR in 50 Beowulf, but transporting an SBR over state lines is a hassle, plus I think the levergun is a bit more in line with "going out west". Doc Might I remind yo...
by Streetstar
Fri Jan 24, 2025 1:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I'm Gonna- dedicated to all those who are thinking of hunting with a handgun
Replies: 7
Views: 3296

Re: I'm Gonna- dedicated to all those who are thinking of hunting with a handgun

I’ve handgun hunted back when I had sufficient time to train enough to feel proficient Even then, I made a pact with myself to not take any shots longer than I would feel comfortable taking with a crossbow. Granted I was using a open sight revolver, not a Contender/Encore type of rig with an optic o...
by Streetstar
Fri Jan 24, 2025 1:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Carrying a big sixgun.
Replies: 42
Views: 30790

Re: Carrying a big sixgun.

Lol I am really enjoying my 7.5” .45 Blackhawk But , at a lofty height of 5’8” and with a stocky build , I am laughing to myself thinking about the optics of carrying it on my belt - although I have looked for a Bianchi belt holster for it with no luck That on one side and a 10” Bowie on the other w...
by Streetstar
Fri Jan 24, 2025 1:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: This is disturbing about USCCA…
Replies: 12
Views: 5299

Re: This is disturbing about USCCA…

I did not attend their stop the bleed class I mentioned in an earlier response as it was a little too far away to drive - But attended a basic home defense/situational awareness class lecture format last night I liked the contract instructor (a well-known local guy ) And he brought up some good talk...
by Streetstar
Tue Jan 21, 2025 5:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: BORN-AGAIN .45 COLT -Old Six-shooters Never Die - They Just Get Customized!
Replies: 10
Views: 2335

Re: BORN-AGAIN .45 COLT -Old Six-shooters Never Die - They Just Get Customized!

Your post completely validates my decision to part with several hundred hard earned dollars to bring a 7.5" .45 BH home with me a few months ago !

Thanks for the write up Jim !

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by Streetstar
Tue Jan 21, 2025 4:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I love modern electronics in my truck, but when they don’t work..
Replies: 62
Views: 22437

Re: I love modern electronics in my truck, but when they don’t work..

My Cheyenne with the factory 396 is a fun truck and all --- but 95% of the time i'll take the modern 'Taco

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by Streetstar
Tue Jan 21, 2025 4:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Headed to Oklahoma City
Replies: 18
Views: 7486

Re: Headed to Oklahoma City

Jared wrote: Sat Jan 18, 2025 11:37 pm https://www.champlinarms.com/

The one time I went there it was well worth the visit. It is outside of Enid near the airport.

Great -- another place to compete for my money !

They actually have a couple of pieces there i could afford :roll: --
by Streetstar
Tue Jan 21, 2025 4:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New member of the Pack!
Replies: 13
Views: 4866

Re: New member of the Pack!

Adorable

Cant wait to read any upcoming "range reports" you have on Evie !
by Streetstar
Tue Jan 21, 2025 4:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How's the Weather in Your Neck of the Woods?
Replies: 66
Views: 77593

Re: How's the Weather in Your Neck of the Woods?

Norman, Oklahoma

cold as hell -- was 4 degrees when i woke up this morning . I know a lot of you folks have it worse than that , but its routine to be wearing a flannel and jeans throughout winter without need for much else here -- having to break out actual cold weather gear is harsh :lol:
by Streetstar
Tue Jan 21, 2025 4:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: More no lock Smiths!!!
Replies: 15
Views: 7440

Re: More no lock Smiths!!!

After some research it turns out S&W plans to offer three nostalgia models without the lock. THAT IS ALL !!! The lock is not gone and we are expected to pay a big premium to delete something nobody wants in the first place. (I guess, I don't know the price) $979.00 retail is what i saw for the ...
by Streetstar
Tue Jan 21, 2025 4:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: More no lock Smiths!!!
Replies: 15
Views: 7440

Re: More no lock Smiths!!!

Greeeeeat

- 2 months after i take possession of my 686+ !

Oh well - its a pretty good shooter anyway

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by Streetstar
Wed Jan 15, 2025 12:15 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I love modern electronics in my truck, but when they don’t work..
Replies: 62
Views: 22437

Re: I love modern electronics in my truck, but when they don’t work..

I suspect there is a significant number of Tacoma owners among our members. I have owned several; basic 2 wheel drives when I was working which cumulatively accumulated well over a million miles. Those little trucks were excellent vehicles but when I retired I decided to treat myself. I bought a 4W...
by Streetstar
Wed Jan 15, 2025 12:04 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Longmire fans
Replies: 31
Views: 14703

Re: Longmire fans

Dudes a pain in the butt - loooves the ladies (but appreciates his alone time too) and packs a 1911, model 94 and a Buck 110 -- so - my type of guy -- and i enjoy the rest of the cast of characters as well Ive seen the series and watched individual episodes again occasionally. Sorry, not sorry - but...
by Streetstar
Fri Jan 10, 2025 3:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Anyone else here about deaf?
Replies: 46
Views: 14052

Re: Anyone else here about deaf?

deaf in left ear - serviceable in the right military early on followed by 3 years as a flightline mechanic in wichita add in an unhealthy motocross habit which has had me concussed and ruptured my eardrum a couple of times - oh , and i love to shoot too ---- Paperwork processing as we speak with Sil...