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by Irelander
Tue Mar 26, 2013 8:34 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Best book I have read in long time
Replies: 6
Views: 1460

Re: Best book I have read in long time

Just grabbed the free e-book version. Thanks for the heads up.
by Irelander
Fri Mar 22, 2013 10:55 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: UP-DATE: pulled the trigger on a HENRY H001 - .22cal. -bang!
Replies: 18
Views: 1930

Re: pulled the trigger on a HENRY H001 in .22cal. ...bang!

AJMD429 wrote:...as well as putting an 'integrally-suppressed' "10/22 barrel" on one for a VERY quiet 22 LR levergun...
Who made the integral barrel that you put on your 96/22? That is a setup I'd love to build!
by Irelander
Fri Mar 22, 2013 10:26 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Snow, snow and more snow.
Replies: 28
Views: 1964

Re: Snow, snow and more snow.

We've been hit pretty good this week with snow. Snow everyday this week with some ice earlier in the week. About 6 more inches last night of lake effect snow. Ahhhh...I love spring.
by Irelander
Wed Mar 13, 2013 4:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lever Guns,
Replies: 27
Views: 3625

Re: Lever Guns,

Those are gorgeous! I have been wanting a 1860 style levergun. Can you tell us more about your 40 Volcanic cartridge?
by Irelander
Wed Mar 13, 2013 1:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Thinkin pocket guns.......
Replies: 82
Views: 5157

Re: Thinkin pocket guns.......

I trust my life to a Kahr P380. Usually carry it in an Uncle Mikes ankle holster for super discrete situations. Also carry it in an Alabama Holster Company kydex pocket holster or a Galco Tuck-n-Go IWB holster. I'm not totally impressed with the Tuck-n-Go but it is what I have right now. I'd like to...
by Irelander
Mon Mar 04, 2013 11:41 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Louis L'Amour short stories
Replies: 34
Views: 2805

Re: Louis L'Amour short stories

I listened to a Louis L'Amour book on CD when driving from PA to NC last year. That was the the best road trip ever because of the great story we listened to. I can't remember the name of the book but it made the trip a great one. I've forgotten about L'Amour and I'm glad I saw this thread that remi...
by Irelander
Fri Feb 15, 2013 11:12 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Our dogs we love...photos
Replies: 51
Views: 8232

Re: Our dogs we love...photos

Meet Oscar, our mammoth miniature dachshund. He was the runt of the litter but turned out to be the biggest of them all. We keep him svelte and he is a much hardier dog than our last mini dachshund.

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In his favorite environment.
by Irelander
Fri Feb 01, 2013 11:23 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Quigley 2013 flier
Replies: 20
Views: 1371

Re: Quigley 2013 flier

That looks like a lot of fun. I need to get myself a Quigley rifle...will give me another reason to get out to MT.
by Irelander
Tue Jan 22, 2013 8:57 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: "Red dots" on vintage Winchester leverguns
Replies: 11
Views: 1902

Re: "Red dots" on vintage Winchester leverguns

I believe turnbull has mounts for the 94&86 models uses the 2 holes that you would mount a lyman or williams receiver peep. danny http://www.turnbullmfg.com/catalog.asp?prodid=663627&showprevnext=1 http://ts2.mm.bing.net/th?id=H.4700060890041009&pid=15.1 I have been eyeing up this for a...
by Irelander
Thu Jan 10, 2013 8:40 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: SA Revolver Options - need some insight
Replies: 47
Views: 8798

Re: SA Revolver Options - need some insight

I like all of the guns you showed and have several. The Rugers are made like tanks and just work. Also, with their transfer bar safety system they can carry with 6. They are made in .45ACP also. Mine: http://www.pbase.com/olyinaz/image/141471569/original.jpg Cheers, Oly Holy stuff that must be the ...
by Irelander
Wed Jan 09, 2013 1:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: SA Revolver Options - need some insight
Replies: 47
Views: 8798

Re: SA Revolver Options - need some insight

I like my guns small and concealable if need be. I have a very thin frame so hiding a revolver is hard as it is, but would only be harder with a longer barrel.

The 44SPL New Vaquero was a Lipsey's special.
by Irelander
Wed Jan 09, 2013 12:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: SA Revolver Options - need some insight
Replies: 47
Views: 8798

Re: SA Revolver Options - need some insight

Remember how I was wanting a birdshead gripframe with my 44SPL Vaquero? Well I've been looking into getting a birdshead gripframe and low and behold a gentleman over on Rugerforum.com wants to trade me a birdshead frame for my plow handle frame. He is sending me his frame and I will check it out and...
by Irelander
Thu Dec 13, 2012 9:35 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Anyone shoot a 1911 45 ACP?
Replies: 90
Views: 10582

Re: Anyone shoot a 1911 45 ACP?

I had a Springfield MIL-SPEC model once upon a time. It was a great gun and didn't break the bank. It had a few minor upgrades from the GI model but the big thing that sold me on it was the sights. Much better sights than the GI model.
by Irelander
Mon Dec 10, 2012 8:22 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: quick folding knife review
Replies: 26
Views: 2760

Re: quick folding knife review

I'm hoping Santa brings me this bad boy...

Spyderco Ulize
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by Irelander
Tue Dec 04, 2012 4:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Considering threading & suppressing my Rossi 92
Replies: 11
Views: 4047

Re: Considering threading & suppressing my Rossi 92

I keep thinking about threading and suppressing my Rossi 92 too. Mine is 44 MAG so I would probably go for an AAC TiRant 45. Probably have the barrel threading and mag tube reduction done at American Precision Arms. Of course I am dreaming about a Ranch Hand in 357 SBR'd with a carbine stock and thr...
by Irelander
Mon Dec 03, 2012 9:06 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rossi Ranch Hand
Replies: 18
Views: 5516

Re: Rossi Ranch Hand

I was just sitting in the woods this weekend being really bored deer hunting and looking at my Rossi 92 44 MAG and thinking that I like the short 16" barrel but I cringe at firing it without hearing protection. I have often thought about getting a suppressor for it. However the added length of ...
by Irelander
Wed Nov 28, 2012 9:20 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: PA. ‘Day After’ Opening Day Results…
Replies: 10
Views: 886

Re: PA. ‘Day After’ Opening Day Results…

Up here in NW PA we had snow on the ground until about noon on Monday. Didn't help me out at all though. I saw two doe run through but my doe tag is for another WMU. No bucks to be had that day. We'll see what happens this weekend.
by Irelander
Tue Oct 30, 2012 8:11 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Official Leverguns Hurricane Post**FINAL UPDATE**
Replies: 54
Views: 4706

Re: Official Leverguns Hurricane Post**FINAL UPDATE**

We had power all night and its still going. Some heavy rain at time and some moderately gusty winds. Nothing I've never seen before in my 32 years. Lot of hype but no real adventure. In western PA Sandy was a dud.
by Irelander
Mon Oct 29, 2012 1:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Made in America raffle to benefit PA youth
Replies: 0
Views: 748

Made in America raffle to benefit PA youth

Hey guys, I am trying to help out a great organization here in NW PA, the Clarion County Sportsman for Youth (a 501c3 organization). They hold one of the biggest and best Youth Field Days here in PA and they have introduced over 6,500 youngsters to various activities involving the outdoors through t...
by Irelander
Mon Oct 29, 2012 11:16 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Official Leverguns Hurricane Post**FINAL UPDATE**
Replies: 54
Views: 4706

Re: Official Leverguns Hurricane Post**UPDATE #0**

I am in north-western PA between Erie and Pitt. Nothing much exciting happening here...yet. Light rain and light wind right now. Weather is supposed to pick up to high winds and heavy rain soon. Stay safe everyone.
by Irelander
Thu Oct 25, 2012 3:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Shoulder Holster Wanted
Replies: 16
Views: 1549

Re: Shoulder Holster Wanted

Here is a link to the El Paso Doc Holliday rig that Sixgun had mentioned.

http://www.epsaddlery.com/pc-47-9-doc-h ... lster.aspx

Not sure if it is the same one that Sixgun used or not but it looks like they will make it for whatever gun you want.
by Irelander
Thu Oct 25, 2012 8:49 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Shoulder Holster Wanted
Replies: 16
Views: 1549

Re: Shoulder Holster Wanted

I'm looking to get one of the Guides Choice chest rigs from Diamond D Leather for my 629. They don't list the New Frontier as an option but it may be similar to one of the SA guns they do offer sizes for. Here's a link to their site

http://www.diamonddcustomleather.com/Chest_Holsters.php
by Irelander
Wed Oct 24, 2012 12:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Weird Things At The Front Door
Replies: 44
Views: 3755

Re: Weird Things At The Front Door

Sixgun,

If you are so worries about those buzzards, grab your 10/22 and go to town on 'em. I've seen a lot of turkey buzzards around here this year. A nice head shot with a .22 rifle seems to take care of them pretty well. I'm sure it will take care of yours too.
by Irelander
Wed Oct 24, 2012 10:35 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Exciting times in Old Wyoming!!
Replies: 23
Views: 2556

Re: Exciting times in Old Wyoming!!

jnyork wrote:"Rawlins is in terror and armed citizens are patrolling the streets and men and women sit in locked homes, guns close at hand."
That sounds right. Too bad some American citizens don't have the ability to protect themselves and their families like they could back then.
by Irelander
Thu Oct 18, 2012 2:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My son's wilderness trek
Replies: 24
Views: 2358

Re: My son's wilderness trek

Awesome report and an awesome trek. If I lived out that way, I'd love to give that a try. By the time I finally move out West I'll probably be way too old for that type of a trek.
by Irelander
Thu Oct 04, 2012 9:23 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Powder - how old is too old?
Replies: 18
Views: 2007

Re: Powder - how old is too old?

After looking them over, the 4320 is the only unopened can. Guess I should get rid of the rest. Don't want to take the chance of mixed powder.

What is the best way to dispense of powder besides loading it and shooting it?
by Irelander
Wed Oct 03, 2012 10:40 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Powder - how old is too old?
Replies: 18
Views: 2007

Re: Powder - how old is too old?

Thanks guys. I didn't even think about someone perhaps mixing powders. Most of the cans feel like they are new or only slightly used. If I can tell that they were unopened then I'll keep them but if they have been opened then I will probably chuck them. I don't want to take the chance of mixed powde...
by Irelander
Wed Oct 03, 2012 7:51 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Powder - how old is too old?
Replies: 18
Views: 2007

Powder - how old is too old?

A few years ago I visited an old lady who is a friend of the family. Her husband had passed away the month before and she was trying to figure out what to do with some of his things. She had a few cans of reloading powder and gave them to me even though I didn't reload back then but I had intentions...
by Irelander
Mon Oct 01, 2012 4:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Guns & Ammo tit for tat re: handgun ammo article
Replies: 17
Views: 1563

Re: Guns & Ammo tit for tat re: handgun ammo article

What I have read and been taught previously about home defense ammo is that you don't want your rounds penetrating walls. This is because you may be shooting towards a wall that could be your loved one's room, be it your son, daughter, wife, dog... Many well known firearms instructors I have heard s...
by Irelander
Mon Oct 01, 2012 3:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Elk in Benezette PA
Replies: 7
Views: 853

Elk in Benezette PA

I have been wanting to head up to Benezette, PA for a few years now to see the elk, but just never seemed to get up there. Yesterday my wife and I decided to finally make the trip to Elk County (only a 2 hour drive). We were blessed to find a decent sized bull (6x7) protecting his large harem of abo...
by Irelander
Thu Sep 27, 2012 10:17 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lever Action Jubilee Oct 13 & 14 Ridgway, PA
Replies: 15
Views: 1012

Re: Lever Action Jubilee Oct 13 & 14 Ridgway, PA

Oooooo...That sounds like some fun. My Rossi 92 needs a good workout.
by Irelander
Wed Sep 26, 2012 8:05 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How to drill and tap '92 barrel band for sling swivel?
Replies: 12
Views: 9507

Re: How to drill and tap '92 barrel band for sling swivel?

A very generous forum member is sending me the swivel stud I need. Got the barrel band back on my '92 last night, so as soon as I get the butt stock stud I'll be good to go. It will be very nice to have a sling on my rifle for hunting this year. I always get tired of holding it in my arms all day wh...
by Irelander
Wed Sep 26, 2012 7:35 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Got out of the 10/22 business today
Replies: 49
Views: 4616

Re: Got out of the 10/22 business today

After market mags are not usually a good idea for the 10/22 unless they are of excellent quality. Just stick with the Ruger 10 round factory rotary magazines or if your desire is hi-capacity look to the Tactical Innovations TI-25 mags. They are engineered to be adjustable to fit your particular 10/2...
by Irelander
Tue Sep 25, 2012 3:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: a Bad DAY at my house
Replies: 20
Views: 1460

Re: a Bad DAY at my house

I know how hard it is. We had to have one of our two dogs put down a few months ago (has it really been that long?). Hardest thing I've had to do in my 32 years. She is buried out back under her favorite tree. My brother-in-law got us a nice memorial. If you don't already have one, check out http://...
by Irelander
Tue Sep 25, 2012 10:21 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How full do folks load the tube when in the bush?
Replies: 63
Views: 4139

Re: How full do folks load the tube when in the bush?

I read some of Charlie Rusells stories when I was young. It made an impression on me, particularly one tale, "A Savage Santa Claus" (and I know they are tales, though I'm sure many have a foundation under them). The image of fumbling for a cartridge in the dark isnt appealing. Link to som...
by Irelander
Mon Sep 24, 2012 3:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How full do folks load the tube when in the bush?
Replies: 63
Views: 4139

Re: How full do folks load the tube when in the bush?

AJMD429 wrote:In my favorite .22 LR levergun ...
(Love them Ruger 96's... :wink: )
If I had a 96/22 as quiet as yours, I'd love it too. :wink:
by Irelander
Mon Sep 24, 2012 2:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How to drill and tap '92 barrel band for sling swivel?
Replies: 12
Views: 9507

Re: How to drill and tap '92 barrel band for sling swivel?

Well after a little over a year, I am finally getting around to putting sling swivel studs on my Rossi '92. I like my slings mounted on the left side of the gun so when the rifle is slung across my back it lays flat. I just drilled and tapped the left side of the barrel band for a swivel stud I foun...
by Irelander
Mon Sep 24, 2012 12:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: More on suppressors...
Replies: 10
Views: 2638

Re: More on suppressors...

Do you have a levergun that is suppressor ready? The only suppressed levergun I have is an integrally-suppressed Ruger 96/22, made up using a Thompson Machine 'Operative' model made for the Ruger 10/22. I had thought about using it on a Ruger 77/22, but the shank of the barrel is different, whereas...
by Irelander
Mon Sep 24, 2012 10:47 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: More on suppressors...
Replies: 10
Views: 2638

Re: More on suppressors...

I'd love to have a suppressor on my Rossi 92 44MAG for use with 44SPL loads. Just get the barrel threaded - you'll need to shorten the magazine tube by one round (or more if you want). I forget the standard thread size/pitch for .45 ACP type guns, but a .45 ACP suppressor should work fine with subs...
by Irelander
Mon Sep 24, 2012 10:22 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rails tactical doth not make.
Replies: 18
Views: 3143

Re: Rails tactical doth not make.

I haven't been far from one, on the job, for well over 20 years. Some years back I ran a call involving some prospective bank robbers who got 'made' sitting in a parking lot & skedaddled. I happened to be in the crew who caught them and when the wheels stopped rolling, I was off their Four O'Cl...
by Irelander
Fri Sep 21, 2012 10:32 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: More on suppressors...
Replies: 10
Views: 2638

Re: More on suppressors...

Check these babies out...

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I'd love to have a suppressor on my Rossi 92 44MAG for use with 44SPL loads.
by Irelander
Fri Sep 21, 2012 8:32 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rails tactical doth not make.
Replies: 18
Views: 3143

Re: Rails tactical doth not make.

I have been realizing the tactical benefits of a good levergun. I'm a fan of "short" barreled rifles (like 16 inchers). My stainless Rossi 92 44MAG 16" is fast becoming my favorite rifle. I never thought I'd get over my infatuation with my Rem sniper rifle but my Rossi has great close...
by Irelander
Fri Sep 21, 2012 8:12 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Accurate .22 pistol?
Replies: 42
Views: 3432

Re: Accurate .22 pistol?

I too am a Buckmark fan. I've had this one for years. With a nice "accessory" it can be a lot of fun and hearing safe without earplugs. I too appreciate the grip angle of the Buckmark over the Ruger MK. The 22/45 has a nice grip angle too. https://dl.dropbox.com/u/47624012/BuckmarkTAC65191...
by Irelander
Thu Sep 20, 2012 1:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Accurate .22 pistol?
Replies: 42
Views: 3432

Re: Accurate .22 pistol?

The new "features" of the MKIII don't really impress me. I'd stick with the MKI or MKII. Great guns!
by Irelander
Fri Jul 27, 2012 2:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Chest holster for revolver
Replies: 8
Views: 1623

Chest holster for revolver

I've always kinda had my eye out for a chest holster but never really saw anything that fit the bill for me. Just saw a reference to one of these over at smith-wessonforum.com. http://www.diamonddcustomleather.com/Chest_Holsters.php Looks very functional and practical. The price is a little steep to...
by Irelander
Thu Jul 26, 2012 2:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Quick reload for a SA revolver
Replies: 24
Views: 3279

Re: Quick reload for a SA revolver

Hobie wrote:Our own Jim Taylor can reload SAs so chambered so quickly that he's got a bit of a reputation for it. He uses a speed loader, aka 1911 magazine...
I wonder if a Desert Eagle 44MAG magazine would work the same way. Hmmmm.

EDIT: This might work
http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/product/2-MGPMMAG04
by Irelander
Thu Jul 26, 2012 2:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Quick reload for a SA revolver
Replies: 24
Views: 3279

Re: Quick reload for a SA revolver

I remembered seeing this when I bought some QuickStrips for my 629. Too bad they only have 5 rounds.

http://www.tuffproducts.com/product.php ... 265&page=1

Be tough to carry these around in your pocket though.
by Irelander
Thu Jul 26, 2012 12:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Big bore D/As
Replies: 38
Views: 4691

Re: Big bore D/As

I don't shoot too awful many factory full house loads through my mountain gun , mostly 8grs. unique with a Lee 214gr. swc. I'll second that. I load 8 gr. of TiteGroup under a 180gr Nosler JHP for most of my shooting. I need to invest in some hard cast lead bullets but I was given a bunch of JHPs. I...
by Irelander
Thu Jul 26, 2012 8:11 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Big bore D/As
Replies: 38
Views: 4691

Re: Big bore D/As

My first wheel gun came to me only a few months ago. Some of you may remember my post asking for advice. I settled on the S&W 629 PC with a 2-5/8" barrel. https://dl.dropbox.com/u/47624012/DSC_0126%20%28800x532%29%20%282%29.jpg I really like it but I have not packed it yet except in a SafeP...
by Irelander
Wed Jul 25, 2012 1:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: SA Revolver Options - need some insight
Replies: 47
Views: 8798

Re: SA Revolver Options - need some insight

Well, here she is - my Ruger Vaquero in 44SPL (in front of my Rossi 92 in 44MAG)

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Now I just need a holster and some 44SPL brass.