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by vancelw
Fri Jan 10, 2025 6:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: S&W 1854 Lever Action ** YT Video Added
Replies: 33
Views: 2873

Re: S&W 1854 Lever Action ** YT Video Added

So, in the manual it says that 45 +P ammo is not recommended. Is this just something they put in there to cover their butts? Probably. Remember, they also tell you not to use reloaded ammunition. :roll: But...I will definitely be running +P+ ammo through any .45 Colt rifle I own. Currently it's a M...
by vancelw
Sun Dec 15, 2024 10:10 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Help with modern 50-110 data.
Replies: 32
Views: 3640

Re: Help with modern 50-110 data.

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by vancelw
Fri Dec 13, 2024 9:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Help with modern 50-110 data.
Replies: 32
Views: 3640

Re: Help with modern 50-110 data.

Sorry. I forgot to follow up. I guess this is "modern" :? Copyright 2000. Almost a quarter-century ago (in case time is not rushing by too fast for you) I'll look for more data when I get home. Thanks for getting back to me on that. That's useful to us. Where did that data originally come...
by vancelw
Fri Dec 13, 2024 7:22 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Help with modern 50-110 data.
Replies: 32
Views: 3640

Re: Help with modern 50-110 data.

Sorry. I forgot to follow up.
I guess this is "modern" :? Copyright 2000. Almost a quarter-century ago (in case time is not rushing by too fast for you)

I'll look for more data when I get home.
by vancelw
Tue Dec 10, 2024 1:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1886 scout scope mount
Replies: 3
Views: 539

Re: 1886 scout scope mount

You may be limited to a picatinny rail. Skinner Sights has them for other leverguns. But even if you mounted a rail that fit the contour of your barrel and it sloped too low in the front, you could play with ring height until you got the scope level. I ended up putting a Skinner barrel mounted peep ...
by vancelw
Sun Dec 08, 2024 4:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: S&W 1854 Lever Action ** YT Video Added
Replies: 33
Views: 2873

Re: S&W 1854 Lever Action Question

I wish they would put those M-lok slots on the wooden version, but it's $120 more already :?

If in doubt, you can take it apart and see how it's built before using +P or +P+ rounds.
by vancelw
Sun Dec 08, 2024 9:53 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: S&W 1854 Lever Action ** YT Video Added
Replies: 33
Views: 2873

Re: S&W 1854 Lever Action Question

I was going to buy one and find out! :D But I tried at 2 different Bass Pro shops and both failed. They either couldn't find the gun or couldn't find the box/paperwork! So I went to my LGS and was going to have her order one for me. Walked out with a Ruger LC carbine in 10mm instead :lol: Maybe I'll...
by vancelw
Tue Dec 03, 2024 6:54 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cimarron 1866 32-20
Replies: 18
Views: 2034

Re: Cimarron 1866 32-20

. If I had a bunch of money I'd have a Ruger SP101 made in 32-20. I think that would be fun. I've looked into it. Very expensive quotes, and none of them seemed enthusiastic. The rim diameter on the .32-20 means a custom cylinder with specific timing needs to be made. 7 or 5 rounds instead of 8 or ...
by vancelw
Sat Nov 30, 2024 11:13 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Billings Gun Show
Replies: 17
Views: 2069

Re: Billings Gun Show

I've been to some pretty pathetic ones before.
Not sure the Billings show would make the bottom tier.p
If I see just 1 interesting item for sale, I'm usually happy.
Anything beats the DFW metroplex shows that are all a sea of black plastic.
by vancelw
Fri Nov 29, 2024 4:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Billings Gun Show
Replies: 17
Views: 2069

Re: Billings Gun Show

Looks like I'm not going to make it Friday.
My nephew was coming with me but he got tied up butchering hogs that took longer than expected.
And I'm 2 hours away.
by vancelw
Sat Nov 23, 2024 7:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Firearm ownership and CBD
Replies: 20
Views: 2137

Re: Firearm ownership and CBD

I do take melatonin every night. Three 5mg chewables. Just helps me fall asleep, with no ill side effects. :o I used to take a 10mg slow release (when I worked night shift) and it gave me wild, vivid, technicolor dreams. Woke up tired from traveling the world all night. Now I just turn the fan on :D
by vancelw
Sat Nov 23, 2024 9:17 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Billings Gun Show
Replies: 17
Views: 2069

Re: Billings Gun Show

Twodot wrote: Fri Nov 22, 2024 10:37 pm if ya go on Saturday or Sunday ya can also take in the Pow-Wow ;)

https://www.billingspowwow.com/

just sayin'
..
Would love to, but I gotta hit the road back to Texas on Saturday.

I may come up for Crow Days next summer.
http://www.crow-nsn.gov/crow-fair.html
by vancelw
Fri Nov 15, 2024 11:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Billings Gun Show
Replies: 17
Views: 2069

Re: Billings Gun Show

Twodot wrote: Thu Nov 14, 2024 6:33 pm .
If I make it this year I'll be the one wearing the camo ball cap :D
..
And the Carhart jacket?
by vancelw
Tue Nov 12, 2024 4:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Billings Gun Show
Replies: 17
Views: 2069

Re: Billings Gun Show

I went 2 years ago and it was big enough to be worth going to.
Not as big as the big shows in the DFW area, but also more diverse.

I'll PM my phone number later and if y'all are there, text me so we can shake hands.
I'm planning on Friday but ya never know.
by vancelw
Mon Nov 11, 2024 12:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Billings Gun Show
Replies: 17
Views: 2069

Re: Billings Gun Show

I got to meet M.M. Wright a couple of times in Tulsa before he passed.
When they had to change the date from October to November it made it hard for me to make the fall show. Usually April is easier for me.

I know there are several Montana folks on here.....
But it is a holiday weekend.
by vancelw
Sun Nov 10, 2024 3:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Billings Gun Show
Replies: 17
Views: 2069

Billings Gun Show

Is anyone going to the Gun Show in Billings the weekend after Thanksgiving?
I plan on being there Friday (29th) .
If any Levergunners are there I wouldn't mind shaking hands....

I got too busy and forgot all about the Tulsa Wanenmacher show this weekend.
by vancelw
Thu Oct 31, 2024 1:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Asking Paco Kelly loading H110 in 32-20
Replies: 28
Views: 3296

Re: Asking Paco Kelly loading H110 in 32-20

I have the Hornady manual. They dont show H110 but do have 4227. Those two are close enough that 15gr to 16gr for H110 is a reasonable max to extrapolate from the 4227 data. The Hornaday 10th edition lists H110. Send me an email and I'll send you a screen shot (won't post it here since it's copyrig...
by vancelw
Wed Oct 30, 2024 8:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Asking Paco Kelly loading H110 in 32-20
Replies: 28
Views: 3296

Re: Asking Paco Kelly loading H110 in 32-20

marlinman93 wrote: Wed Oct 30, 2024 4:07 pm Without judging anyone, I never saw a need to push the .32-20 beyond 1500 fps. Even while making up loads for my .32-20 rifles to shoot 500 yd. dingers I never loaded faster than 1500 fps.
Pushing the appropriate firearms keeps you from being tempted to buy the inferior. 327 Federal. :D
by vancelw
Wed Oct 30, 2024 10:46 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Asking Paco Kelly loading H110 in 32-20
Replies: 28
Views: 3296

Re: Asking Paco Kelly loading H110 in 32-20

The only other manual I have that lists HV loads is the Accurate #2...and it only lists AA powders.
Those loads are not as zippy as the Hornady loads.
by vancelw
Wed Oct 30, 2024 8:26 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Asking Paco Kelly loading H110 in 32-20
Replies: 28
Views: 3296

Re: Asking Paco Kelly loading H110 in 32-20

The Hornaday reloading manuals have data on .32 WCF HV loads. Which is strange, because Hornaday is usually very conservative.
by vancelw
Fri Oct 04, 2024 8:44 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: time capsule found in levergun
Replies: 15
Views: 2756

Re: time capsule found in levergun

KeithNyst wrote: Fri Oct 04, 2024 12:01 am I don’t remember the date on the dime. I think it was in there to serve as a screw driver.
It was for the pay phone! :lol:
by vancelw
Mon Sep 30, 2024 6:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ruger Wrangler vs Single Six
Replies: 19
Views: 3276

Re: Ruger Wrangler vs Single Six

Apples and oranges. Or rather, steak and hamburger. I have both. The Single-Six is a fine, well regulated piece of machinery. The Wrangler is an excellent value for a shooter. In hard use, the SS will last much longer Or...you can buy 3 or 4 Wranglers in different colors and abuse or use the hell ou...
by vancelw
Tue Sep 10, 2024 6:22 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Barrel mounted peep
Replies: 10
Views: 1700

Re: Barrel mounted peep

I have a Skinner barrel-mounted peep on my 1886 Browning carbine. Love it.

No, its not as inherently accurate as a receiver mount or tang, but it's less obtrusive and required no additional drilling/ tapping.
At the ranges I shoot that carbine, it is plenty accurate.
I highly recommend.
by vancelw
Mon Sep 02, 2024 4:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Help with modern 50-110 data.
Replies: 32
Views: 3640

Re: Help with modern 50-110 data.

We have Accurates data for the 5744, though it doesn't specify if a filler was used. Does anyone know if a filler is used as a rule with this powder or not? If the data came from Accurate (or Western Arms or Hodgdon) it definitely does not intend for filler to be used. I would not think that Unique...
by vancelw
Sun Sep 01, 2024 8:34 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Single/Two Stage trigger on an AR?
Replies: 6
Views: 1548

Re: Single/Two Stage trigger on an AR?

A 2-stage trigger is the way to go! If you have an 8 pound pull on a 2-stage trigger, something is wrong. The 1st stage essentially removes the safety and leaves the 2nd stage as a very light trigger. Someone will miss interpret that and argue. I have all Rock River 2-stage triggers on most of my ARs.
by vancelw
Mon Aug 19, 2024 3:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: An hour at the range
Replies: 13
Views: 3293

Re: An hour at the range

Awww...come to East Texas...where it's only 107 instead of 110!
by vancelw
Fri Aug 02, 2024 9:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Speaking of drones....are there better ones these days...?
Replies: 4
Views: 1463

Re: Speaking of drones....are there better ones these days...?

My brother in law has a DJI Avata 2 https://www.amazon.com/DJI-Immersive-Experience-Propeller-Compliant/dp/B0CS6GJJJG/ref=sr_1_2?crid=318U5389H5HQW&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.n5M-6AcgYQF1pieJFNyMoex_yqE3tvSD5N6z4X_lZVL52l2lSz0llWTgLu4jdWH3WYQf-qbae_QxPASAeRbrFGD2tFSz5kZtR-P7YjMTyY1y9XLKJWyScaDnPUNindftpS0...
by vancelw
Tue Jul 16, 2024 11:17 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The cost of reloading versus buying loaded ammunition
Replies: 25
Views: 4980

Re: The cost of reloading versus buying loaded ammunition

Reloading is, by far, the most expensive hobby I have ever had....not counting shooting.
At one time, I had more money tied up in equipment and supplies than I did firearms. :?
I fixed that by buying more guns!
I can usually load 50 for what it costs to buy 20.

So I get to shoot 150% more :D
by vancelw
Fri Jul 12, 2024 12:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Jonesing for a yellow watermelon
Replies: 7
Views: 948

Re: Jonesing for a yellow watermelon

My grandfather (Bowie County, Texas) was a share cropper and truck farmer.
His pride and joy were his yellow meat watermelons.
It hard to find anyone selling on the roadside anymore.
Y'all got me hungry, now. 🍉
by vancelw
Mon Jul 08, 2024 3:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bullets for the .348 WCF
Replies: 39
Views: 8489

Re: Bullets for the .348 WCF

....but my age, $yes, but how much use I'd really get out of it? My health become an issue for past several years already, and as many on here have testified already, packing an 8.5lb Mod71 vs my 6.5lb Mod 64 +^- Hmm, I believe I done got all I need! After all, I've yet to find a rifle that pleases...
by vancelw
Fri Jun 14, 2024 12:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I'm back.......
Replies: 3
Views: 822

Re: I'm back.......

I bet gamekeeper spamzapped you! :lol:
by vancelw
Sat May 18, 2024 10:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Taylors and Co. New '73
Replies: 25
Views: 6562

Re: Taylors and Co. New '73

I handled one yesterday at the NRA show. The weight of that rifle will prevent bullet setback. Which is probably why they didn't choose .40 S&W or 10 mm. I saw quite a few "replica" guns in 9mm :? Including 1873 revolvers. Not sure what the appeal is. Except for the 9mm Tipmann gattlin...
by vancelw
Fri May 10, 2024 10:40 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: @#!&%# Grrrr
Replies: 22
Views: 3961

Re: @#!&%# Grrrr

JBowen wrote: Fri May 10, 2024 9:43 am I can relate! I had been looking for my combo wrench/screwdriver that came with my chainsaw all winter. A week or two ago during
a cold spell I pulled out one of my old work coats and low and behold that wrench was in the pocket! :lol:

JBowen
I have found guns that way.. :? :|
by vancelw
Tue May 07, 2024 2:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: @#!&%# Grrrr
Replies: 22
Views: 3961

Re: @#!&%# Grrrr

Here's something I can't figure out :-> How can every single roll of electrical tape be lost at the same time???? . Every tote, tool box, glove box, bench top, bookshelf, trunk, shop shelf, etc. are required as a matter of policy to have at least one roll of electrical tape at the ready all the tim...
by vancelw
Mon Apr 29, 2024 11:34 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tang Safety Question
Replies: 7
Views: 2212

Re: Tang Safety Question

I don't know for sure, but I believe that all Winchesters made by Miroku have them, and all Brownings made by Miroku do not. Based on the ones I've owned that's not 100% true. All my Brownings are, indeed, safety-free. I have an 1866 and a 1873, made by Miroku and branded Winchester that have no sa...
by vancelw
Mon Apr 15, 2024 10:37 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Just one Blackhawk
Replies: 55
Views: 13551

Re: Just one Blackhawk

Tycer wrote: Mon Apr 08, 2024 9:56 am The Buckeye 32-20 / 32 H&R convertible.
Same here. Any of my other Blackhawks can be filled with a different item.
by vancelw
Fri Apr 05, 2024 11:40 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lever #4: .356 Winchester
Replies: 24
Views: 4574

Re: Lever #4: .356 Winchester

Nice find! Great caliber. Not so much on the butt pad, you are going to feel those 200 grainers go off both in your wallet and on your shoulder! Never understood why the .356/.307 didn't take off, seemed like pretty good cartridges - wonder if they'd do better now with the (semi) resurgence in inte...
by vancelw
Sat Mar 09, 2024 8:47 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: PSA- Miroku Win 1886 Deluxe
Replies: 2
Views: 1246

Re: PSA- Miroku Win 1886 Deluxe

Ysabel Kid wrote: Fri Mar 08, 2024 8:32 pm Oh, "Public Service Announcement"... I was scratching my head asking myself "Palmetto State Armory" has a Winchester 1886?!? :lol:
That's how I know you've been buying too much stuff :lol:
by vancelw
Thu Feb 29, 2024 5:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Back From South Africa
Replies: 12
Views: 3086

Re: Back From South Africa

Did it taste like chicken? :mrgreen: Seriously, did you have the chance to sample some of your kills, including the zebra? Tastes just like horse. :D Zebra is so good, that it encourages my wife to try new things. I've been thinking about cruising the cattle auction barns, looking for the occasiona...
by vancelw
Tue Feb 20, 2024 9:28 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My patient needed her Backup Gun
Replies: 23
Views: 3763

Re: My patient needed her Backup Gun

Our local "pain specialist" got convicted for overprescibing (aka providing excess for street deals)

Edit:

https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/texa ... se-deaths/
by vancelw
Wed Jan 31, 2024 10:25 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Henry Supreme Levergun.....
Replies: 12
Views: 2612

Re: Henry Supreme Levergun.....

I was 99% disinterested in this thread until I clicked on the link and saw it was going to be offered in .300 AAC Blackout with a threaded barrel. Now, if the quality seems acceptable and the price is not ridiculous, I might try one. I'm tired of tinkering with the AR. Subsonic 300 BLK is great fun ...
by vancelw
Tue Jan 30, 2024 6:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: S&W Lever gun
Replies: 44
Views: 8335

Re: S&W Lever gun

Looks like another copy of the Marlin designed guns. Can't anyone come up with their own designs anymore? Well, Henry tried a new lever gun, the Long Ranger but I don't know how successful it was. My shooting partner didn't like his in .243 and sold it due to disappointing accuracy. It was certainl...
by vancelw
Thu Jan 25, 2024 6:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .32 caliber j frame
Replies: 15
Views: 2403

Re: .32 caliber j frame

S&W 432 J-frame 32 H&R.jpg Ya'll quit posting this stuff! :lol: I told myself I have enough guns... :? But I kinda need this. I have a Ruger SP101 in .327 Federal Magnum and it definitely blasts. Not sure I would want to shoot it out of a snubby. There may be flame-cutting issues wi...
by vancelw
Fri Jan 19, 2024 12:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 310 dies for a .32 Special
Replies: 2
Views: 692

Re: 310 dies for a .32 Special

I'd use them.

I think I have a .30-30 set o can use the handle from.
by vancelw
Fri Jan 05, 2024 12:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Must Resist!!!!
Replies: 16
Views: 2679

Re: Must Resist!!!!

Rockrat wrote: Fri Jan 05, 2024 11:02 am
Would have to do some trading though. Have a 39A with checkered wood (deluxe?) that I could trade but do I want another 45-70??? Cash wise its priced at $1k. Too high??
Check the current prices on 39A before even mentioning trade. They are ridiculously expensive right now.
by vancelw
Mon Dec 25, 2023 7:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 30-30 Case Length Trimmer for .32 Special
Replies: 7
Views: 1569

Re: 30-30 Case Length Trimmer for .32 Special

Bridger, the length may be ok, but the case gauge/pilot will be too small allowing the cutter end to not cut square. The gauge should be tight/snug on the cutter end. JBowen Ahhh. Didn't think about that. I have several of those tools but have never used them. I have only used the Lyman trimmer. I ...
by vancelw
Mon Dec 25, 2023 4:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Merry Christmas guys.....Whatcha get
Replies: 25
Views: 3263

Re: Merry Christmas guys.....Whatcha get

I got a new Chapuis Iphisi .375 H&H Also a new to me .45 3 ¼ double rifle. A new to me Leupold VX5HD scope. And 2 new Trijicon RMR sights. How, you ask, when you are sure I'm on the naughty list? I cut out the middlemen. No Santa, no wife needs to know anything. :D Ohh...and a new Ruglin trapper!
by vancelw
Mon Dec 25, 2023 4:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 30-30 Case Length Trimmer for .32 Special
Replies: 7
Views: 1569

Re: 30-30 Case Length Trimmer for .32 Special

Not 100% sure what you're asking...
The .30-30 case length and trim length is only .001 less than the 32 WS, so it should work. Close enough anyway.

Which particular Lee tool are you referring to? The 90136?

You could definitely use the 32 WS tool to trim the 30-30.
by vancelw
Fri Dec 22, 2023 11:19 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hit the indoor range this morning w/ the M&P .22 Mag
Replies: 7
Views: 897

Re: Hit the indoor range this morning w/ the M&P .22 Mag

I bought a M&P 2.0 in 22 simply because it was threaded.
It is by far my favorite can-equiped gun!