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by TraderVic
Tue Jan 04, 2022 10:20 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Legendary .41 Mag Colt Python by Jack Fowler
Replies: 16
Views: 3146

Re: The Legendary .41 Mag Colt Python by Jack Fowler

I've never owned a 41 Mag, but I think a Freedom Arms SA in 41 Mag would be the berries..
by TraderVic
Sat Jan 01, 2022 8:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Late Christmas from Lynn Thompson and Simply Rugged.
Replies: 18
Views: 1344

Re: Late Christmas from Lynn Thompson and Simply Rugged.

Scott Tschirhart wrote: Sat Jan 01, 2022 8:05 pm
TraderVic wrote: Sat Jan 01, 2022 3:52 pm You and others must have a good reason to carry like that.
The Bowie Knife was legally prohibited in Texas even before the pistol. And it stayed prohibited long after civilians were legally allowed to carry a pistol.
Guessing legality is a blade length issue (?).
by TraderVic
Sat Jan 01, 2022 6:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: From John Taffin - THE RUGER-MARLIN IS HERE!
Replies: 47
Views: 5136

Re: From John Taffin - THE RUGER-MARLIN IS HERE!

JOG wrote: Sat Jan 01, 2022 5:35 pm Give me a straight stock 336 in 30-30, American Black Walnut stock!
This would be my Marlin 30-30 CB
by TraderVic
Sat Jan 01, 2022 3:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Late Christmas from Lynn Thompson and Simply Rugged.
Replies: 18
Views: 1344

Re: Late Christmas from Lynn Thompson and Simply Rugged.

Ok, was thinking something like that from your description. I guess I've always carried a sheath knife attached to my belt (hanging outside, off the belt). You and others must have a good reason to carry like that.
by TraderVic
Sat Jan 01, 2022 3:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: From John Taffin - THE RUGER-MARLIN IS HERE!
Replies: 47
Views: 5136

Re: From John Taffin - THE RUGER-MARLIN IS HERE!

Yep.......none of us have ever seen the gun and ammunition market so out of balance as it is and has been in recent times.
by TraderVic
Sat Jan 01, 2022 10:27 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Late Christmas from Lynn Thompson and Simply Rugged.
Replies: 18
Views: 1344

Re: Late Christmas from Lynn Thompson and Simply Rugged.

If I'm understanding this right, the knife (and sheath) snug into your wasteline inside your pant and belt ?
by TraderVic
Sat Jan 01, 2022 10:21 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dern snow
Replies: 44
Views: 4056

Re: Dern snow

Well... the roof is made out of 16ft cattle panels and a tarp so I just popped them back up and put in a center support. The wife's green house is a pallet on the North wall and then down all the way to the ground on the South so its steeper and stouter. Perhaps the 12 ft span was a bit much but I ...
by TraderVic
Fri Dec 31, 2021 10:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winter & a New Year..
Replies: 9
Views: 619

Re: Winter & a New Year..

73 degrees.......probably won't feel those temperatures until April at the very earliest.
Yeah, well, anyway.......
by TraderVic
Fri Dec 31, 2021 4:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Late Christmas from Lynn Thompson and Simply Rugged.
Replies: 18
Views: 1344

Re: Late Christmas from Lynn Thompson and Simply Rugged.

Yep, you've got great friends there Scott.
Question ; What's a "carrying Bowie Knife" size wise ? Your older one must be a generous length ?
by TraderVic
Fri Dec 31, 2021 4:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Not my Betty!!!
Replies: 7
Views: 646

Re: Not my Betty!!!

She was a real GEM for sure !
by TraderVic
Fri Dec 31, 2021 4:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winter & a New Year..
Replies: 9
Views: 619

Re: Winter & a New Year..

Sorry about the double post, don't know what happened there........brain phart I guess :roll:
by TraderVic
Fri Dec 31, 2021 4:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winter & a New Year..
Replies: 9
Views: 619

Re: Winter & a New Year..

Bill, I drive through Sauk County several times every year when traveling to Madison.
Pretty country, all part of The Driftless Area.
by TraderVic
Fri Dec 31, 2021 4:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winter & a New Year..
Replies: 9
Views: 619

Re: Winter & a New Year..

Bill, I drive through Sauk Co several times every year enroute to Madison where my so lives. Pretty country for sure.....all part of The Driftless Area.
by TraderVic
Fri Dec 31, 2021 2:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winter & a New Year..
Replies: 9
Views: 619

Winter & a New Year..

I think it's time to take my annual ride with Gus and Woodrow starting this evening. The forecast here (WI) is 5° Saturday and 4° Sunday (colder where Lenn is though). The Lopi woodstove in the living room is burning 24/7, putzing in the basement re-rigging six tipups (for ice fishing) and several j...
by TraderVic
Fri Dec 31, 2021 2:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My message for the New Year
Replies: 10
Views: 1080

Re: My message for the New Year

Yep.....there it is !
by TraderVic
Thu Dec 30, 2021 6:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dern snow
Replies: 44
Views: 4056

Re: Dern snow

when i first arrived in secret cove to begin a career of commercial fishing, all the "old-timers" who had houses in the cove had those phones connecting their houses. and a list of the ring pattern for who you wanted to call. everyone in town listened in because, you know, they could! Ver...
by TraderVic
Wed Dec 29, 2021 8:56 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dern snow
Replies: 44
Views: 4056

Re: Dern snow

My tractor mechanic recommended switching from straight 30W to 5 or 10 - 40 quite awhile back. Yep, in the north country weak batteries in anything don't contribute to reliable starts. I also use Heet brand winter diesel treatment in my fuel......or at least until my 1 or 2 containers last. I can't ...
by TraderVic
Wed Dec 29, 2021 8:06 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: From John Taffin - THE RUGER-MARLIN IS HERE!
Replies: 47
Views: 5136

Re: From John Taffin - THE RUGER-MARLIN IS HERE!

I suspect Marlin will take awhile to get production moving the way it needs to and reintroduce their signature lines of leverguns.
Hopefully they'll bring back numerous "limited/exclusive runs" of unique rifles like they used to do for Davidsons.
by TraderVic
Tue Dec 28, 2021 7:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dern snow
Replies: 44
Views: 4056

Re: Dern snow

Lenn, I too, wish I were much closer to help you out a bit. I would drive my tractor over and plow you out. The old IH766 is a pretty good old gal. I set the timer 1 - 1 1/2 hrs ahead of plowing so she'll start somewhat warm. Much easier on the diesel. I threw a chain last week while plowing. First ...
by TraderVic
Tue Dec 28, 2021 4:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 45-70 lever gun
Replies: 53
Views: 6577

Re: 45-70 lever gun

Years ago (about 2001 or so) I got a good buy on a Marlin 45/70 Guide Gun. I hunted with it a few years, definitely shorter than I was used to - but it was pretty accurate. Decided I didn't like the ports (too darn loud and powder residue all over, me included). I talked to Marlin technical shop and...
by TraderVic
Tue Dec 28, 2021 9:37 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 45-70 lever gun
Replies: 53
Views: 6577

Re: 45-70 lever gun

The first Marlin made by Ruger is out now and is a 45/70 model. I agree with Vance above..
by TraderVic
Fri Dec 24, 2021 1:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester Model 70; .250-3000 made in 1948
Replies: 22
Views: 2186

Re: Winchester Model 70; .250-3000 made in 1948

A classic caliber in a classic rifle with family history from the beginning. What a story and a most excellent Christmas present from your Dad.
by TraderVic
Fri Dec 24, 2021 11:25 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: IMPACT
Replies: 37
Views: 3108

Re: IMPACT

Thank you Jim. Through the centuries, many have rejected Jesus Christ, and continue to do so. I believe significant reasons for this rejection is many don't want to give up their sin, many refuse to acknowledge accountability to the creator, thus refusing to surrender their will to Christ. Many refu...
by TraderVic
Fri Dec 24, 2021 6:27 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A Little Humor..
Replies: 5
Views: 657

Re: A Little Humor..

TraderVic, got the recipe? GameKeeper, like your quote from the Ringo Kid! Gonna watch it tomorrow for the umtheenth time! :D If I was still partaking in adult beverages, my recipe for The Rittenhouse drink would be a small glass of good beer followed by three shot glasses of smooth bourbon whiskey...
by TraderVic
Thu Dec 23, 2021 11:15 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winter Solstice.
Replies: 5
Views: 953

Re: Winter Solstice.

Cool !
At this latitude it's always positive when our days start getting longer again. Unfortunately, the days start getting shorter June 22nd. Wish it would be like the end of August....or so.
by TraderVic
Thu Dec 23, 2021 11:03 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A Little Humor..
Replies: 5
Views: 657

A Little Humor..

I no longer use alcohol, but a friend told me there's a new drink here in Wisconsin called "The Rittenhouse" (not kidding BTW) ;

A chaser followed by three shots :wink:
by TraderVic
Mon Dec 20, 2021 2:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: From John Taffin - THE RUGER-MARLIN IS HERE!
Replies: 47
Views: 5136

Re: From John Taffin - THE RUGER-MARLIN IS HERE!

Thanks Jim !
They sure do look like keepers.
So........how are they stamped on the barrel ?
Marlin = "JM"
Remington = "REM"
Ruger = ?
by TraderVic
Mon Dec 20, 2021 1:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: From John Taffin - THE RUGER-MARLIN IS HERE!
Replies: 47
Views: 5136

Re: From John Taffin - THE RUGER-MARLIN IS HERE!

Dang, for some reason the pics won't open. I sure hope Ruger-Marlin produces the high quality lever guns we've been waiting for.
by TraderVic
Sun Dec 19, 2021 6:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Scott Tschirhart - How about this for addition to your short-barrel guns?
Replies: 11
Views: 1662

Re: Scott Tschirhart - How about this for addition to your short-barrel guns?

This is an interesting new Wrangler, but I can't find it listed anywhere.
by TraderVic
Sun Dec 19, 2021 6:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What? What did you say?
Replies: 30
Views: 3000

Re: What? What did you say?

I've been deaf in my left ear since I was 32 when an acoustic neuroma (brain tumor) was removed.
I see my audiologist next month to see about getting refitted with a new set of hearing aids.
by TraderVic
Sat Dec 18, 2021 7:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Model 71 in 33WCF
Replies: 16
Views: 2150

Re: Model 71 in 33WCF

There's a gun shop about 1 1/2 hours away that always has 4-6 Model 71's on hand. Never handled one, but would like to.
by TraderVic
Sat Dec 18, 2021 2:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: NRA magazines
Replies: 8
Views: 1374

Re: NRA magazines

Rural addresses always take longer, at least they do around here.
by TraderVic
Fri Dec 17, 2021 3:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ruger Wrangler
Replies: 25
Views: 3134

Re: Ruger Wrangler

Looks like a great "starter" revolver, maybe a good prerequisite to a similar single six in the future.
by TraderVic
Thu Dec 16, 2021 3:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Bearcat Coyote
Replies: 11
Views: 1229

Re: Bearcat Coyote

Dang, that's a pretty good day's work for a 22 revolver !
by TraderVic
Thu Dec 16, 2021 6:16 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT mostly
Replies: 17
Views: 2308

Re: OT mostly

Congratulations !!
You'll soon wonder how you ever had time to work :wink:
by TraderVic
Wed Dec 15, 2021 10:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What's the lowest price you paid...
Replies: 29
Views: 3962

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

$5.00 for a brick ($.09 for a gallon of ethyl gas, $0.90 for a carton of Marlboro's).
by TraderVic
Tue Dec 14, 2021 2:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Western
Replies: 5
Views: 810

Re: New Western

It's too bad they didn't have Tom Selleck overseeing the script and guns for period correctness. I've seen similar blunders in some of the old John Wayne movies as well. Model 92's and 94's in earlier period movies.
by TraderVic
Tue Dec 14, 2021 2:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Western
Replies: 5
Views: 810

Re: New Western

It looks pretty good..
by TraderVic
Tue Dec 14, 2021 2:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Western
Replies: 5
Views: 810

New Western

On another forum someone mentioned this new Western, "Old Henry". Wondering if anyone here has seen it ?

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12731980/
by TraderVic
Sun Dec 12, 2021 6:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Favorites?
Replies: 8
Views: 1723

Re: Favorites?

Speaking of Grandad's Model 12, I have the Model 12, 20 ga my Grandfather had, then my Father, now me. Nickel Steel is on the 25" barrel. The serial number suggests it was made in 1916. Not to wander off the thread, the second Winchester to come down to me from Grandad is a Model 1890 pump, oct...
by TraderVic
Sat Dec 11, 2021 7:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Fire Is Going .. Coffee Is On ...
Replies: 16
Views: 2216

Re: The Fire Is Going .. Coffee Is On ...

Scott Tschirhart wrote: Sat Dec 11, 2021 6:35 pm I'm putting up the tree tonight. But I wish we were sitting around a campfire tonight.
It must be a lot warmer where you are. It would need to be a very warm campfire (bonfire maybe) as it's about 25° up here.
by TraderVic
Sat Dec 11, 2021 7:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: BLR owners - what scope?
Replies: 19
Views: 2516

Re: BLR owners - what scope?

My very good friend just bought a new BLR 7mm-08 this past summer. He mounted a Leupold 2-7x at my recommendation. He has always preferred "see through" mounts, which I don't - but it's his rifle.
by TraderVic
Sat Dec 11, 2021 6:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Fire Is Going .. Coffee Is On ...
Replies: 16
Views: 2216

Re: The Fire Is Going .. Coffee Is On ...

I'm in my recliner, been sipping coffee, a bit tired from plowing out my farm driveway which is just shy of a 40 length. We got 12+ inches of snow last night, the old IH766 wore me out today. If only Santa would bring me a heated cab :) The woodstove is purring, the Christmas tree is now up, but not...
by TraderVic
Wed Dec 08, 2021 6:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Score 170 gr Winchester Silvertip .30-30 ammo
Replies: 19
Views: 2940

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

I'm sitting pretty good with about five boxes (3 Rem CoreLokt, 2 Hornady Whitetail) plus reloading components.
by TraderVic
Tue Dec 07, 2021 4:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: "....A Date That Shall Live In Infamy"
Replies: 11
Views: 1751

Re: "....A Date That Shall Live In Infamy"

I've been through Pearl Harbor three times on destroyers. I've stood on the USS Arizona Memorial, read the hundreds of names, looked down upon the underwater turret mount. Very humbling to say the least. I've also stood at ground zero in Nagasaki, very humbling as well. Is ground zero not still &qu...
by TraderVic
Tue Dec 07, 2021 3:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLL ON 357 MAG
Replies: 42
Views: 8294

Re: POLL ON 357 MAG

Well, I have two Ruger 357 DA revolvers ; a GP-100 SS short lug 6" and a GP-100 SS 3" Wiley Clapp, which I really like. Am ordering a Simply Rugged pancake holster for conceal carry. Will alternate the 3" with my Sig Sauer P938. At first I thought you were asking about a 357 levergun,...
by TraderVic
Tue Dec 07, 2021 3:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: "....A Date That Shall Live In Infamy"
Replies: 11
Views: 1751

Re: "....A Date That Shall Live In Infamy"

I've been through Pearl Harbor three times on destroyers. I've stood on the USS Arizona Memorial, read the hundreds of names, looked down upon the underwater turret mount.
Very humbling to say the least.

I've also stood at ground zero in Nagasaki, very humbling as well.
by TraderVic
Tue Nov 23, 2021 12:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: To the archers among us...
Replies: 13
Views: 1916

Re: To the archers among us...

I'm relegated to hunting with a crossbow. Rotator Cuf surgeries on both shoulders have restricted most activities that require much shoulder strength for very long.
by TraderVic
Sun Nov 14, 2021 8:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Still having trouble shooting the Redhawk--RESOLVED!!!
Replies: 27
Views: 2489

Re: Still having trouble shooting the Redhawk

Interesting comparisons. For some silly reason I've always thought of Ruger's Bisley hammer more comfortable to "work".
A Freedom Arms revolver will always be on my wish list.