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Walker

Thanks for the article! It reminded me to get my old (1934) Fox Sterlingworth out and wipe it down. Not much chance of my going bird hunting out here any more, so it doesn't get used. Nice dimensions though and it only weighs 6 lbs.

Walker

Very nice! How's that bisley shoot? Haven't seen many longer barreled ones.

Walker

I've got a set of repro 1st gen grips saved just for this. I heard you could use screen door material to 'age' them too. I'll play with them and post the results.

Terry

Walker

Hey, at least I can find it in the dark.

Walker

Numbers 2 and 3 seem to seem to have been drawn up, quite unfairly I think, with me in mind...

Walker

Nothing special, but I just picked up this old 38wcf. Shipped to Wyeth's in St. Joseph, MO March 6th 1906. Safety notch needs welded, but the bore and chambers are nice. I need to replace those fake pearls quick. L1010718.JPG Usually an old mixed serial number colt (1880 frame, and 1892 trigger guar...

Walker

Late update, that plug tapers from .332 up to .462 and for the last half inch stays around .463. Guess it'll stay unused in that set as it already has all that's needed.

Thanks guys,

Terry

Walker

Interesting, as the set has expanders from 348 to 40, 40 to 45, and 40 to 50; all with smaller heads and shafts with rounded tips. Need a new battery in my micrometer. I'll measure after lunch.

Thanks guys,

tw

Walker

Top part looks ground down, possibly a custom tool? It's from an Alaskan gunsmith's estate.

Walker

I picked this up recently and was wondering if one of you learned gentlemen could tell me what the plug on the left is (the one with the hollow tip).

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Thanks,

Terry

Walker

Q.) What message do you have for ultra-Liberal organizations and individuals who want America disarmed? A.) Their ignorance is pitiful - their lives have been too easy. Had they experienced Dachau, they would have a better idea of how precious freedom is. These leftist should leave America. These Sa...

Walker

300 weatherby vanguard. Have since decided that anything that needs shot with it is either too far away or too large to drag back to camp...

Walker

Yes sir, a bowl of good venison chili next to the fireplace sounds about right.

Walker

Love reading your posts Nath. Wish I could find a pup like Tia.

Take care,
TW

Walker

1886 lightweight. Weighs less than the 71, thinner forend, and my wrist likes straight grips better (or shallower pistol grips).

Walker

Thanks Pete. Paladin, appreciate the offer. I also put in an order with a local shop.

Walker

Pete, I thought you were kidding. They all show up as not available for order for me.

Walker

I like it!

Walker

Hmmmm, may be a business opportunity there. As for the vision, still got 20/10 distance, just can't clearly see to the end of a rifle barrel and a little beyond. And yeah, I missed the screw at the back of the receiver for the peep

Walker

Thanks Nath, I'd seen where someone had used clip on glasses with one lens removed and the other drilled to act as an aperture. Interesting idea.

Thanks, Doc. I've been keeping at eye on ammoseek, no joy yet.

Walker

Pete, now that's just downright mean... Blaine, I've been thinking about trading off or selling my 348wcf components since I probably won't have a model 71 again. This model 8 hasn't been drilled for a peep sight yet and I'm debating on whether to do it. Might have to round up my 348 brass and bulle...

Walker

Ok, here's the issue. 50+ year old eyesight can't handle iron sights anymore. 35 remington ammo is NO WHERE to be found and the case can't be formed easily from anything that I'm aware of... The hunting around here is not exactly 'woodsy'... So I bring home a clean Remington model 8 in 35rem, built ...

Walker

Thank you Sir!

Walker

Have you seen Von Ringler's Wyoming combination holster? The leather is lightweight and he can make it to fit your setup.

Sorry, just reread the nylon req.

tw

Walker

Thanks Rusty, great one.

Walker

Thanks guys for all of the advice, but these are rifles I've picked up over the last 20 years. Dad would never spend money on an 1886; his model 94 did everything he needed. Going through Dad's things made me take a look at what I actually use. Currently planning on keeping the takedown for certain....

Walker

Many thanks Doc. I'll add that one to my list.

Walker

I don't know who did the checkering but it must have been way back. That lightweight carries nice. I hunted it a couple of years ago but didn't get a chance at a mulie.

Walker

Thanks Guys, appreciate the thoughts and suggestions.

Terry

Walker

And you guys didn't even mention the spending capabilities of in-laws... Six, you're always a big help, now I'm looking around for a spot for another safe. Pete, appreciate the thought; no matter what you've been through in life you're just never ready to have your Dad in a wheelchair holding onto y...

Walker

Dad never needed anything but his 30-30, I've picked these up over the last 20 years.

I should add, my dad's and his father's guns are being held for my brother's boy whether he hunts or not.

Walker

After going through Dad's stuff (certified packrat, even found some of his old toys) my brother and I swore not to put any family member through that when we go. My brother was an Army medevac pilot and doesn't want them or any other firearm for now. I've got no kids and my cousin's boy is the only ...

Walker

Thanks! With that barrel it weighs 10 lbs though. Frank Pachmayr's master smith Freddie Brunner restocked it for me.

Walker

257 rbts on a winchester model 54 action with 20 inch heavy barrel, hornady custom 117gr plugs a dime even with the old two-stage trigger. Couldn't even see the target using a lever.

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Walker

US Navy 89-93, OS2, anti-sub air controller, shellback

For my little brother, US Army 92-98 CWO3, med-evac pilot Ft Hood, Bosnia, Germany

Walker

Talked with George and he convinced me to go with this set instead of the fancy walnut crotch wood. I'm happy.

Walker

Now I keep an old Marbles pinned on my pack strap and carry an eTrex, but my first time in the Mojave I was getting pretty tired, thirsty and heading back to camp when a buddy on a ridge came across the radio with "Uh, you do know camp is the other way..."

tw

Walker

Thanks Pete, I was afraid of that.

Walker

Guys, are the new miroku parts compatible with the vintage 1895 Winchesters? Still looking for an extractor for my 1895.

Thanks,

Terry

Walker

Nice Doc. I'd have to be sitting to have any chance.

Walker

Heh, thanks guys for the laughs and the insights.

Walker

What would you guys use a 45-70 on that the 33wcf couldn't take care of other than the big bears?

Not sleeping much lately and my mind has started dwelling on these types of things

Walker

Thanks guys. Where do you all find 1895 extractors? Numrich has 30-06 but not krag and Ponderosa parts owner has passed away.

Walker

Think the notch at the bottom serves as a feed "ramp"...

Walker

I noticed the cut at the bottom too. If anyone has any idea why it would be necessary please say.

Walker

Six, I broke out a jewelers loupe and you're right. The ridges are visible where the chamber was cut. I'll call John Taylor today. Wanted to talk with him about a new barrel for an 86 anyway. Do you think that extractor can be fixed, or should I scrap it and get another? Terry I've had the barrel fo...

Walker

I picked the barrel up on eBay; should have checked it against the old barrel. It was a lot cheaper than buying from a Winchester parts dealer. Local gunsmith installed it. He's not a lever smith.

Walker

This is awesome advice and news. We cut our Engineering numbers in half this week. New masters are moving headquarters and increasing their bottom line. Fortunately my position is considered "critical" for now.

Walker

Both barrels were 30-40 krag. My fault for not looking closely at the nice shiny full length replacement before having it put on. Lucky I only had powder to extract. I didn't notice the enlarged cut before the problem.

Walker

I haven't found it yet. We had to drive the brass out so it might have fallen out then. Just a guess but the wider cut might have weakened that area.

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