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by buckeyeshooter
Sun Feb 01, 2009 3:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- What's She shootin'?
Replies: 24
Views: 2966

Re: OT- What's She shootin'?

I like her!! Very cute! :D
by buckeyeshooter
Sun Feb 01, 2009 3:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Why don't .35 cal rifle historically do very well in the US?
Replies: 58
Views: 5696

Re: Why don't .35 cal rifle historically do very well in the US?

Well, let's see------ I've got a 35 remington, 2 .350 remington mags and a 35 whelen. Looks like there doping fine around my house :lol:
by buckeyeshooter
Wed Jan 28, 2009 11:31 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Parkerizing a leveraction?
Replies: 30
Views: 2862

Re: Parkerizing a leveraction?

I would call it blasphamy! Get it reblued if you have to but not parkerized.
by buckeyeshooter
Thu Jan 22, 2009 8:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Results are in on 240gr 30-06 (W1895 and BLR)
Replies: 3
Views: 2914

Re: Results are in on 240gr 30-06 (W1895 and BLR)

I have several boxes of the Barnes originals in 250 grains. I keep them for use on heavy game generally for use in a 300 H+H or 300 Remington Utla mag. But, I think they would penetrate well in the 06 and expand well at ranges to 150 yards.
by buckeyeshooter
Mon Jan 12, 2009 9:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Model 64 value?
Replies: 6
Views: 849

Re: Model 64 value?

bogus Bill--------- I know you can get $1500 for that one, its sweeeeeeeeeeeeetttttttttttttt!!!!
by buckeyeshooter
Mon Jan 12, 2009 9:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Let's talk about slug/turkey guns...
Replies: 15
Views: 936

Re: Let's talk about slug/turkey guns...

You need a real remington turkey gun---- the sp-10! 12 guage is for chickens :D :lol:
by buckeyeshooter
Mon Jan 12, 2009 9:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin forends annoy me
Replies: 22
Views: 3358

Re: Marlin forends annoy me

hey
I like the fat foreends too! Enough of this bad talk. :D
by buckeyeshooter
Mon Jan 12, 2009 7:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New model 1895sbl from Marlin
Replies: 33
Views: 3163

Re: New model 1895sbl from Marlin

Whats with the cheesegrator on the top? could be a good rifle without it. :D
by buckeyeshooter
Fri Jan 09, 2009 7:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What model lever feels the best in your hands?
Replies: 64
Views: 6133

Re: What model lever feels the best in your hands?

winchester 1895 carbine.
by buckeyeshooter
Thu Jan 08, 2009 8:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Quigley question
Replies: 43
Views: 3661

Re: OT - Quigley question

you guys got waaaaaaaaaaaaayy too much time on your hands! :shock:
by buckeyeshooter
Thu Jan 08, 2009 8:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 44 Special bullets - do any work?
Replies: 34
Views: 3571

Re: 44 Special bullets - do any work?

Not what you asked but I carry the 180 grain federals in magnum version--- they expand real well at speed! :D
by buckeyeshooter
Tue Jan 06, 2009 11:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 50 Alaskan conversion smith?
Replies: 8
Views: 2056

Re: 50 Alaskan conversion smith?

Mine is a marlin cowboy done by Turnbull restoration. Heavier 26 inch barrel, decelerator pad added, williams 5d added and action smoothed. I'm happy with it, they do great work and delivered mine before the date promised.
by buckeyeshooter
Fri Jan 02, 2009 2:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What ammo do you shoot from a new, or new to you gun?
Replies: 30
Views: 3229

Re: What ammo do you shoot from a new, or new to you gun?

Other than a 308me for which no cases were available, I always fire my own manufactured ammo in a new or new to me firearm. From a realistic standpoint, self loaded ammo is every bit as good if not better than factory ammo. The bonus for manufacturing you own ammo is many things but at the top of th...
by buckeyeshooter
Tue Dec 16, 2008 10:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .410 levergun
Replies: 5
Views: 794

Re: .410 levergun

The XLR 410 is an uncatalogued run of 350 guns. I paid $845.00 including sales tax for mine. If you want one get it, they will not be available long.
by buckeyeshooter
Wed Dec 10, 2008 7:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: These deer must die...
Replies: 9
Views: 834

Re: These deer must die...

:lol: sounds like my kind of luck!
by buckeyeshooter
Wed Dec 10, 2008 7:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1895 Marlin .470 Turnbull Conversion Blurb
Replies: 29
Views: 5227

Re: 1895 Marlin .470 Turnbull Conversion Blurb

By the way, for the same $900.00 --- you could go to the 50 alaskan. Which gives a bit more performance and has a bit better bullet selction available.
by buckeyeshooter
Sat Nov 29, 2008 5:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Christmas - leverguns style
Replies: 29
Views: 2661

Re: Christmas - leverguns style

A turnbull built. 1886 takedown with 32 inch octogon barrel, 3X wood and color casehardened finish. A gold inlay on the non-loading gate side of the Winchester Horse and rider. Chambered with front halves in 50-110, 45-90 and 475 Turnbull. You did say cost was not a consideration ---- correct?? :D
by buckeyeshooter
Sat Nov 29, 2008 12:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: any one got 444 45-70 win 94BB
Replies: 16
Views: 1371

Re: any one got 444 45-70 win 94BB

I have one of the 444 timber carbines with the short ported barrel. I can't tell you how it shoots because its a NIB safe queen.Image
by buckeyeshooter
Fri Nov 28, 2008 1:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hanging deer
Replies: 36
Views: 4162

Re: Hanging deer

head up
by buckeyeshooter
Fri Nov 28, 2008 1:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Processing Deer Survey
Replies: 38
Views: 3915

Re: Processing Deer Survey

Depends on where I am. Here in Ohio, the local processor charges $125.00. In my kentucky hunting area they do it for $45.00. For over $100., I'll do it. For $45., I let them do it.
by buckeyeshooter
Fri Nov 28, 2008 12:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Your favorite factory 180 gr .30-06 load
Replies: 19
Views: 2716

Re: Your favorite factory 180 gr .30-06 load

I use varget under a barnes 180 grain xlc at the moment. 2700fps and great bullet performance.
by buckeyeshooter
Thu Nov 27, 2008 3:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester Mod. 95 SRC in 30-40
Replies: 8
Views: 1136

Re: Winchester Mod. 95 SRC in 30-40

I bought a repro 1895 carbine in 30-40, as I'm shooting the 30-06 version. the 30-40 will remain in the factory carton unfired.
by buckeyeshooter
Wed Nov 26, 2008 9:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: No 454 Pumas for 2009
Replies: 46
Views: 6247

Re: No 454 Pumas for 2009

I have looked at a puma several times as the concept interests me. However, the end product in the stores have been poorly finished and crude. The stain on the stocks almost black----- so I just went 50 alaskan on a marlin 1895
by buckeyeshooter
Sun Nov 16, 2008 1:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester 1895 SRC 30-06 sight regulation?
Replies: 7
Views: 1421

Re: Winchester 1895 SRC 30-06 sight regulation?

Mine also shoots to point of aim with 180 grain factory ammom--- specifically federal 'blue box">
by buckeyeshooter
Sat Nov 08, 2008 4:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Drill Sergeant Joe B. Frick's Rules For A Gunfight
Replies: 8
Views: 1419

Re: OT - Drill Sergeant Joe B. Frick's Rules For A Gunfight

this needs to be put on framable parchment! True words of wisedom from one who must have been there!
by buckeyeshooter
Sat Nov 08, 2008 4:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1951 336 A question
Replies: 7
Views: 1124

Re: 1951 336 A question

mine has the waffle top also.
by buckeyeshooter
Sat Nov 08, 2008 4:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: LEVEREVOLUTION BULLETS ARE HERE!
Replies: 15
Views: 1585

Re: LEVEREVOLUTION BULLETS ARE HERE!

I don't see the ban spreading to other states. Kommiefornia is wacky about everything! I look forward to putting some of these to work in a .307 winchester, a 35 whelen and some other chamberings
by buckeyeshooter
Sat Nov 08, 2008 4:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Anybody have input on the Mossberg 464?
Replies: 16
Views: 2060

Re: Anybody have input on the Mossberg 464?

You forgot the double digit trigger pull! A friend got one in 270. It shoots 4 1/2 inch patterns and has about a 12 pound trigger pull. Looks like a nice boat anchor to me--- buy the marlin!
by buckeyeshooter
Sat Nov 08, 2008 4:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Who makes New Winchester Rifles?
Replies: 10
Views: 1182

Re: Who makes New Winchester Rifles?

The new trigger is non adjustable and from what I have seen the new ones are 'average' in the accuracy department.
by buckeyeshooter
Fri Oct 24, 2008 8:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: First Year marlin 1895 "2nd Issue"
Replies: 12
Views: 2010

Re: First Year marlin 1895 "2nd Issue"

Hobie,
I have a B numbered 1895 under sn 2000. I bought it used from a neighbor for $75.00 in the early 80's. It was my first lever gun and I still use it regularly. I like it fine, wouldn't want to part with it.
by buckeyeshooter
Tue Oct 14, 2008 1:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Brad Johnson 1886
Replies: 17
Views: 3378

Re: Brad Johnson 1886

Thanks! I remember Bo Dorn.
by buckeyeshooter
Tue Oct 14, 2008 1:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - Swing State Voters
Replies: 10
Views: 1216

Re: POLITICS - Swing State Voters

O' bummer yards signs out number McCain 8 to 1 in my neighborhood and I live in a 80% Republican district. I does not bode well for McCain in Central Ohio. Cleveland, Cinncinati, Dayton and Youngstown are heavily democratic areas.
by buckeyeshooter
Mon Oct 13, 2008 8:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .307, TSX and pressure issue's
Replies: 8
Views: 971

Re: .307, TSX and pressure issue's

If you are using the tsx, try cleaning your bore with barnes copper cleaner. Copper bullets can act wacky if there is any lead in the bore. Barnes always recommends .050 off the lands as was mentioned and the copper bullets do have a longer length and larger bering surface as mentioned. You may have...
by buckeyeshooter
Mon Oct 13, 2008 7:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-need help with S&W's..
Replies: 6
Views: 837

Re: OT-need help with S&W's..

his name is Joe Cebull. he lives in sandusky, ohio. his e-mail address is pt-toes@accnorwalk.com as of my lasy e-mail from him.
by buckeyeshooter
Mon Oct 13, 2008 7:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Brad Johnson 1886
Replies: 17
Views: 3378

Re: Brad Johnson 1886

I hate to show my ignorance --------- but who is Brad Johnson? The only Brad Johnson I have heard of is the old NFL quarterback.
by buckeyeshooter
Sun Oct 12, 2008 6:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-need help with S&W's..
Replies: 6
Views: 837

Re: OT-need help with S&W's..

go to the smith and wesson forun. There is a man there who redoes them for about $35.00. he has a good reputation with forum memebers and the photos posted show a 'factory' recreation. The flocking kit itself sells for about $20.00. Let me know if you want to do it your self. I have the catalogue fo...
by buckeyeshooter
Fri Oct 10, 2008 4:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Considering buying a .410 - your thoughts?
Replies: 38
Views: 4474

Re: OT - Considering buying a .410 - your thoughts?

The malin was just released this week, if you want one get it soon---- it is a non-catalogued shotgun.
by buckeyeshooter
Thu Oct 09, 2008 8:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Considering buying a .410 - your thoughts?
Replies: 38
Views: 4474

Re: OT - Considering buying a .410 - your thoughts?

Image I just put one in layaway. I will use it for trap and for squirrel and rabbit.
by buckeyeshooter
Fri Sep 26, 2008 6:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hunting with 1895 winchester
Replies: 51
Views: 7049

Re: Hunting with 1895 winchester

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by buckeyeshooter
Thu Sep 25, 2008 3:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Price Check: 1886 Win. Takedown
Replies: 9
Views: 786

Re: Price Check: 1886 Win. Takedown

I paid $1513.00 with sales tax included for mine. If you think the modifications are worth $300.00 --then it is a good deal.
by buckeyeshooter
Tue Sep 16, 2008 9:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POX POX on all of you 405 Shooters
Replies: 24
Views: 2321

Re: POX POX on all of you 405 Shooters

They are addictive. I have 3 of them now.
by buckeyeshooter
Mon Sep 08, 2008 9:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1886 Winchester
Replies: 20
Views: 4027

Re: 1886 Winchester

The winchester 1886 is stronger than a marlin 1895. Davidsons has some available in takedown configeration now.
by buckeyeshooter
Thu Aug 21, 2008 5:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Winchester 37 shotgun
Replies: 12
Views: 1857

Re: OT - Winchester 37 shotgun

actually, my father collection was quite large. This particlar gun does not have sentimental value. The remington 22 pump that his dad bought in 1917 that my dad, my self and my brother all learned to shoot on. That one is priceless! thanks guys!
by buckeyeshooter
Wed Aug 20, 2008 8:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Rant on Ammo discontinuation
Replies: 6
Views: 893

Re: OT - Rant on Ammo discontinuation

you just gave a great reason to load your own. you then get the performace and bullet weights you want.
by buckeyeshooter
Wed Aug 20, 2008 8:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Winchester 37 shotgun
Replies: 12
Views: 1857

Re: OT - Winchester 37 shotgun

I inherited a 12ga. with a 36" full choke barrel. I do not believe it has ever been shot. What would it be worth?