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One day during practice I drew and fired and the recoil plug exploded, blowing the recoil springs out the front. A minor fix but on a carry gun potentially deadly. I am convinced the toothed and slotted plunger is a weaker design. Maybe that's the reason I upgraded my recoil spring and guide to the...

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I have quite a few old moulds and have had very good luck letting them soak in Kroil and then using steel wool wrapped around a bore brush and twisting by hand. Repeat this process several times if need be. The secret is don't be in a hurry.

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wfo,

Welcome to the fire! This is a great place with tons of knowlege and friendly help.

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I have carried all 3 sizes of 1911 over 20 years. I carried an officers that had been worked on by a retired Colt custom shop smith. It was a thing of beauty, fed everything, and was very accurate. One day during practice I drew and fired and the recoil plug exploded, blowing the recoil springs out ...

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Sixgun, Just......wow! You are so lucky to still be finding guns like that. Like you, I have a friend who has a shop. An old-timey gunsmith who put up with a high school kid learning all he could about old Winchesters. He held most all of em that came in for me but it's changed up here now. Can't re...

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As Steve mentioned the NM numbered pistols are US made and to me there is a difference. I have a NM mil-spec and the slide to frame fit is outstanding on this "bargain" pistol. I put in a Wilson trigger, hammer and sear spring and haven't looked back. It's a great shooter. I have a Colt se...

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Very nice rifle! I have a somewhat hacked 43 Smith Corona that's a great shooter. Intend to build something practical out of it this winter.

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A merry Christmas to you all!

Hope you all get to relax with loved ones.

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And look back on fond memories.

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Sad news indeed. I have always marveled at his skill and thought he was a great promoter of our sport. Prayers for his family. He will be missed.

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I also think it varies by barrel but I try to keep copper fouling to a minimum. That said I don't use harsh solvents to remove it. I mostly use Hoppes 9 or rarely Hoppes BR. I try to not let it build up too much before removal. Most barrels are not a problem but like Sixgun I have M1A's I shoot a lo...

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Prayers sent for the little fella. I'm sure the Good Lord will look out for him and his family.

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Thank you guys! Had a great day with the family and ate myself sick. Yeah when i was a kid it was rough having a b-day this close to Christmas. I did score some jeep parts this year though!

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An excellent choice. A pair of light and reliable guns chambered in a compact and powerful cartridge. Weight and balance is paramount when snowshoeing. From a rifle a 44mag is very impressive. One of my favorite combo cartridges.

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Sixgun beat me to it! +1
I have a few and the one i hunt with is a 32 that wears a 56 Lyman. It's an incredible shooter. One of my most accurate Winchesters.
Great score by the way.

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I don't drink much but nothing beats a cold beer in the summer. Once the weather cools a wiskey. Gentleman Jack is top notch. Have'nt tried single barrel yet. Another good one is Jim Beam Black. darn.....wish I were'nt at work!

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Still in style round these parts. Not the plaid pants so much but i know a couple that still wear em. Many here, myself included, wear Johnson red or green and black checked jackets. These are the small checks and the jacket is unlined. You wear an underlayer as the temperature dictates. For pants i...

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Yes, I agree. This is the only forum I've ever joined.

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Great job sir! No better feeling than shooting game with an old rifle. It adds so much to the experience and enjoyment of the hunt.

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Happy Thanksgiving to you all. Have a great day.

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Welcome!
This is a great place to hang out and a huge source of info. And yes, pictures are a must so you have made a good start.

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I have one of these and use the 240XTP with great results. I load it on top of 22gr of IMR4227 and use the same load for handguns.

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Mainehunter, You got a good one! I've always liked the 64 because my grandfather carried one as a warden in the late 30's to early 40's. I started on straight-grips so they feel more natural. That's why i bought the rifle on the left. An 1899 vintage rifle returned to the factory for a 64 front end ...

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Sorry to hear. That's rough. Chuck is right though, just get to the range and fire a few rounds. It will transform your outlook like magic. Hang in there!

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Sorry if the bore was too far gone to shoot. That's always sad. On the upside 38-55 is a great cartridge and will make that rifle one of your favorites in no time. It is my hands down favorite of the medium action chamberings. Enjoy!

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Welcome to the fire Hayseed. Lots of great info here and a friendly bunch to chat with.

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You did the right thing. Ain't it great when stuff works out like that?

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Good score! KTP is about 2hrs south of me. You can sometimes hit it good there for old levers. Always kinda wanted a 93 as I have an 89 and 81. Marlins are very accurate and that should be a great shooter. I stopped there 2yrs ago and they had a beautiful 1876 in 50-95exp. Outta my price range with ...

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I don't mind em.

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Thank you Steve! It always makes me happy to hear that someone does the same things I do. I've hung out at the same gunshop since I was a kid. It's a one man, one room show and the owner is like a second father. He is famous for the "take it home and try it" play and I must say it's been v...

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Lot's of prayers from this forum. Mine are sent also. Best wishes to you sir.

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I have seven in 92's, 73's and 89 marlins and all will shoot the same cast load very well. What is this cast load they all shoot well, Win? Reason I'm asking is my 38-40 hasn't been anything to get real proud of -- not bad, but a long way from real good. But to be fair to the rifle, so far I've onl...

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Best of luck to you sixgun. It does sound like you are pretty well squared away so you're ahead already. Stay safe!

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Good score! The 38-40 is my favorite of the pistol class cartridges. I have found it much more consistant from gun to gun in what it takes to shoot well. I have seven in 92's, 73's and 89 marlins and all will shoot the same cast load very well. All my 44's need something different and are more work ...

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So sorry for your pain and loss. I'm a rider too and so i know of the bond you feel with a bike that you have spent a lot of time with. Like a cowboy/horse relationship. I hope everything works out well for you. Glad you're ok.

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I think the most effective the 556 has ever been has been with a 55gr bullet out of a 20" barrel. All the changes since may have made it more accurate and better able to penetrate barriers but has made it slower and lessened it's wound capabilities. How it originally behaved is what the soviets...

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Good luck! An excellent choice in rifles. Please remember to take way too many pictures.

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I think the biggest problem with 30 carbine is that it has always been judged against cartridges out of its class. In my opinion the M-1 carbine is a vicious (buzz word of the times) personal defense weapon. It way outperforms 9mm out of a carbine or smg and the super short barrel 223's are awful fo...

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Looks like photographic evidence of a fine day Nath. I love old doubles but confess I own none of good quality. Thanks for the nail polish tip!

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Ghostdncr, Yes the 56 has the thimbles and the 66 has screws but they are basically coin slots. The 66 is more common when searching for a steel sight. Its more a matter of taste as to what you prefer. The 66 is more compact and to me looks just right on a 94. I do prefer the 56 on a bigger framed r...

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That there's some gooood eatin!

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Step careful sixgun! I'd say it was the buzzards who needed to worry!

Got up last Saturday to these turkeys on my lawn. What do you suppose that means?.......

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Wow! Thank you all so much for the great info. I feel like i have some options. I actually have some old roll crimping tools and a hull trimmer. I'd forgotten I had the stuff haha. Hey Nath sounds like you guys have the shells to go along with all those beautiful shotguns you have over there. My son...

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Haha! Sixgun has such a great way with words!!
Thank you Jack for the model of the Redfield. Did'nt Redfield also have a bigger one that was click adjust? I've seen one model they made that was just beautiful.

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Ghosrdncr, I know how you feel as I've been a machinist/tool grinder for 25 years. I'm not sure about the sight in the top picture but the bottom one is a 56 Lyman. I have that sight on my own 71 and several other rifles. I like them very much. They are a quality unit and somehow just look right on ...

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Thank you Lefty. I do handload for 12ga but I did'nt know about the factory offerings. I know black powder would probably be best. I'd just rather go with a light smokeless load if at all possible. I am much more familiar with the rifle and pistol cartridges. Never worked with a shotgun other than m...

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Thanks guys,

Yes I've thought of going that route and know a guy that does this. Just did'nt want to use black powder if i did'nt have to. Also would like to use components i have on hand if possible.

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Hi all, Doing a fair amount of bird hunting this year but missing the lever. Was wondering if any of you guys had a safe smokeless load for an 1887 12ga.? Also is it possible to trim back plastic shells for the shorter chamber? Shotgun in question is rough finish wise but very sound mechanically. It...

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Mainehunter,

Got one today.....botched another, oh well. Used to spend lots of time in that country hunting, riding dirtbikes and fourwheelers. Spend most of my time east of the river and 201 now. Got a camp in the area and is not far from home. Im lucky!

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Mainehunter,

Got a couple in towards pierce pond. Got to take it slow and watch off the sides. Still quite a few leaves up.
Deer hunting has been rough the last couple years so i decided this year to just bird hunt. Best eatin in the state anyway.....cept maybe moose.

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Congrats on the moose mainehunter. Beautiful country! You should go back for birds. The wife and i were there with the jeep Saturday and did well.

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