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by nemhed
Wed Feb 03, 2010 2:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Skeeter Skelton articles
Replies: 15
Views: 4036

Re: Skeeter Skelton articles

That's a good collection of articles, thanks for the link!
by nemhed
Wed Feb 03, 2010 2:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Replacement gun
Replies: 22
Views: 2462

Re: Replacement gun

I agree with the others, sounds like you're a good man and a good brother!
by nemhed
Wed Feb 03, 2010 2:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - I hate to confess...
Replies: 21
Views: 1326

Re: OT - I hate to confess...

I've never tried the the Aquila SSS I have, and they didn't cycle either my 10-22 or my Mark III. I understand that's par for the course with subsonics. So, GoatGuy, what's your secret to making them work in a semi-auto?? Don't want to steal the thread but I will add this, the CCI sub-sonic hollowp...
by nemhed
Wed Feb 03, 2010 1:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - I hate to confess...
Replies: 21
Views: 1326

Re: OT - I hate to confess...

Great story! I'll admit to liking my 10-22 but I've never bonded with it like my Marlin 39a. In fact my 10-22 has technically been handed down to my 12 y.o. daughter so I guess I no longer own one. I hope your dog enjoyed that squirrel, because i would have eaten it myself! :lol: I've never tried th...
by nemhed
Wed Feb 03, 2010 1:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Skinner Custom Winchester sights
Replies: 3
Views: 457

Re: Skinner Custom Winchester sights

Good for you Joe! As one of the braggers, I can say Dr. Tim is a stand up guy. Good luck with your project!
by nemhed
Wed Feb 03, 2010 12:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Way OT, Any "LOST" Fans
Replies: 22
Views: 1298

Re: Way OT, Any "LOST" Fans

Yup. Watched it; daughter explained it; I'm good! If she understands it then she needs to explain it to me and the rest of the "Lost" Nation! :lol: Plenty of buzz on the internet from last nights episode. Seriously, it was a gamechanger and a great start to the final season. It was tough ...
by nemhed
Wed Feb 03, 2010 12:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Levergun goofs in the movies....
Replies: 44
Views: 3831

Re: Levergun goofs in the movies....

I try not to analyze this stuff too much and just enjoy it for entertainment, but...one thing that seems to really be getting on my nerves is how much noise movie and tv people make with guns. They're always cocking them, racking the slides, or just generally rattling them for dramatic effect. I kno...
by nemhed
Wed Feb 03, 2010 12:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Peep sights for Winchester 94
Replies: 11
Views: 11159

Re: Peep sights for Winchester 94

I already responded to your question on the Skinner sight thread, but in this case I would listen to what has been said so far. On your 94, I would definitely mount a Williams or Lyman receiver sight. I would also go one step further and remove the rear barrel sight and put in a dovetail blank and t...
by nemhed
Wed Feb 03, 2010 11:26 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Howdy from south Texas
Replies: 20
Views: 916

Re: Howdy from south Texas

Welcome to the forum! There are plenty of Texans here. Greater minds than mine will be along soon to answer your questions. Have fun with that '73, but stay safe!
by nemhed
Wed Feb 03, 2010 11:21 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My New Skinner Sights!
Replies: 14
Views: 3156

Re: My New Skinner Sights!

ow does this sight work for you. does the eye relief pose a rpoblem it all. My only thoughts in regard to eye relief with peep sights is that they seem to work better the closer they are to your eye. You are not focusing on the rear sight at all in this case just looking through it, and you do not ...
by nemhed
Wed Feb 03, 2010 8:41 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hawes Western Marshall, Info Anyone?
Replies: 11
Views: 4054

Hawes Western Marshall, Info Anyone?

I have the chance to look at one of these, the guy is asking $200: " .357 Single Action cowboy gun, 6" blued barrel, Hawes Firearms Co. L.A., barrel also stamped "Germany." Brass backstrap and triggerguard. Wood grips. Blueing shows wear on cylinder and holster contact points. So...
by nemhed
Tue Feb 02, 2010 11:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Another new member
Replies: 25
Views: 2333

Re: Another new member

Welcome, sit down and stay a while!
by nemhed
Tue Feb 02, 2010 8:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: woods walking guns
Replies: 19
Views: 1486

Re: woods walking guns

Jeremy, I don't get it, a naked sixgun and a shoot, shovel, shut up kit?
by nemhed
Tue Feb 02, 2010 8:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Member
Replies: 21
Views: 1117

Re: New Member

Welcome, it sounds like you'll fit in here!
by nemhed
Tue Feb 02, 2010 8:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Way OT, Any "LOST" Fans
Replies: 22
Views: 1298

Re: Way OT, Any "LOST" Fans

You know, Jeremy, I had a feeling about you. Glad I'm not completely alone. :wink:
by nemhed
Tue Feb 02, 2010 10:41 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Way OT, Any "LOST" Fans
Replies: 22
Views: 1298

Way OT, Any "LOST" Fans

This isn't any further off-topic than some of the stuff I've seen lately but it is the middle of winter. Are any of you fans of "LOST"? I'm a Sci-Fi nut and freely admit to having seen every episode LOST. For those of you in the know, tonight of course is the season premier of the final se...
by nemhed
Tue Feb 02, 2010 10:18 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Way, way OT - cat problem
Replies: 22
Views: 2370

Re: Way, way OT - cat problem

I freely admit I can't stand cats. Just wanted to get that out there. My in-laws have 3 indoor cats, one of which continues to pee on the pillows in the bedroom my wife and I sleep in when visiting. It's like the cat hates our intrusion and is punishing us every chance he gets. I honestly don't thin...
by nemhed
Tue Feb 02, 2010 9:18 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Concealed carry
Replies: 21
Views: 3250

Re: OT- Concealed carry

I carry a S&W 442 J-frame in a DeSantis pocket holster in my right front pocket at all time unless I'm in bed. I usually wear cargo pants or carpenter jeans and the loose fit is a bonus. With my work I need the complete concealability but ready access this provides. I gave my carry choice a lot ...
by nemhed
Tue Feb 02, 2010 8:45 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 32-20 – Yessirree!
Replies: 14
Views: 1363

Re: 32-20 – Yessirree!

Very nice, I just love those square bolt Marlins!
by nemhed
Tue Feb 02, 2010 8:42 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Mind if I step down off my horse for a while?
Replies: 62
Views: 5508

Re: Mind if I step down off my horse for a while?

Welcome to the fire, round these parts though we put both feet in our photos! :lol:
by nemhed
Tue Feb 02, 2010 8:30 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hog! Pic Update!
Replies: 23
Views: 1874

Re: Hog!

Good job, wish I could have been with you to sling some lead at them hogs!
by nemhed
Tue Feb 02, 2010 8:24 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Making a Marlin 1894 Ranch Rifle or Night Scout gun
Replies: 33
Views: 20611

Re: Making a Marlin 1894 Ranch Rifle or Night Scout gun

Wow, Doc, I just Googled your light. It has 160 lumens vs 80 lumens for the one I got :o . Now I have flashlight envy, but I like using my rechargeable AAA and AA ni-cads in my lights. These new LED lights are simply amazing! 8)
by nemhed
Tue Feb 02, 2010 8:13 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Big Horn Armory
Replies: 1
Views: 739

Re: Big Horn Armory

Here's the link to the most recent discussion which has some posts by Jeff Quinn of Gunblast.com who apparently has shot the carbine.
http://www.levergunscommunity.com/viewt ... orn+armory
by nemhed
Tue Feb 02, 2010 12:16 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Making a Marlin 1894 Ranch Rifle or Night Scout gun
Replies: 33
Views: 20611

Re: Making a Marlin 1894 Ranch Rifle or Night Scout gun

Yeah, Doc, I went and bought the 2 x AA battery version at Walmart shortly after you posted this. They had it on sale for $23. It's keeping my 870 company right now. It is uber-bright, although the focus feature is a little useless. Between that light and my Energizer LED headlamps, I rule the night...
by nemhed
Mon Feb 01, 2010 12:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Rough start...
Replies: 8
Views: 558

Re: OT: Rough start...

Prayers said for you and their families. I had a friend and coworker commit suicide about 4 years ago. I believe this is one of the most difficult types of death to deal with because we, the survivors, want to know the "why" in order to wrap our minds around it, and that why is often incom...
by nemhed
Mon Feb 01, 2010 11:48 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Improper cycling of action - handling ...
Replies: 89
Views: 5940

Re: Improper cycling of action - handling ...

This discussion reminds me why I need to get a Marlin Mountie and set it up just like my Marlin 1894 in 44 mag. Like others I'm removing the rifle from my shoulder after a shot in order to grab that brass before it hits the ground. Lots of practice with a .22 right before hunting season should break...
by nemhed
Mon Feb 01, 2010 11:14 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gallery Loads
Replies: 9
Views: 1782

Re: Gallery Loads

A friend loads X-Ring rubber bullets for his 44 magnums. When powered by a large pistol primer they work well at "garage or basement" distances, but the primer hole needs to be drilled out for best results. I see they are offered in a .451-.452 diameter which may work alright in a 45-70. T...
by nemhed
Sun Jan 31, 2010 10:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayers for a friend
Replies: 17
Views: 1116

Re: Prayers for a friend

Prayers said for her and her family! :cry:
by nemhed
Sun Jan 31, 2010 9:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayer Request.
Replies: 49
Views: 3595

Re: Prayer Request.

Prayers said for her and all her loves ones!
by nemhed
Sat Jan 30, 2010 8:39 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-PRAYS NEED --Drunk driver claim's the lives of two
Replies: 17
Views: 1098

Re: OT-PRAYS NEED --Drunk driver claim's the lives of two

Prayers said for all involved and their families. :(
by nemhed
Sat Jan 30, 2010 8:19 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin Pic
Replies: 9
Views: 1002

Re: Marlin Pic

That is a great photo! :D
by nemhed
Fri Jan 29, 2010 9:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: If You Could Invent The "Perfect" .22 Lever-Action Rifle?
Replies: 24
Views: 3301

Re: If You Could Invent The "Perfect" .22 Lever-Action Rifle?

jdad, I think you've won, that is awfully nice. I own a 39a and will never part with it before I've shuffled off this mortal coil, but I think my favorite rimfire currently made is the Browning T-Bolt. Alas I need a $600 dollar .22 like I need another hole in my already porous head.
by nemhed
Fri Jan 29, 2010 2:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What do you think,,,
Replies: 17
Views: 2137

Re: What do you think,,,

Nath wrote:made it at work today.
Seriously? You work!!!???? I thought you just just ran around in the woods at all hours of the day and shot things.

I'm just joking with you, that looks cool. I'll shut up and put my soother back in. :wink:
by nemhed
Fri Jan 29, 2010 11:53 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Smooth Bore Musket...Accurate?
Replies: 18
Views: 1847

Re: Smooth Bore Musket...Accurate?

If it was the same show I saw, the guy admitted he was more of a collector than a shooter. :lol: I don't have any experience with muskets but I would expect one to shoot better than that.
by nemhed
Fri Jan 29, 2010 10:15 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Hunting tactics...then and now
Replies: 19
Views: 1509

Re: OT: Hunting tactics...then and now

Great story! I envy your relationship with your brother, cherish those memories!
by nemhed
Fri Jan 29, 2010 9:45 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: model 39a help
Replies: 11
Views: 1267

Re: model 39a help

Make sure you post some pictures of your treasure! Depending on its level of abuse/neglect that Marlin might really benefit in the accuracy department with a very thorough bore scrubbing.
by nemhed
Fri Jan 29, 2010 9:29 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 336 vs 1894
Replies: 14
Views: 1657

Re: 336 vs 1894

If you absolutely have to get rid of one of them, then I agree with the above posters; keep the .357, for all the reasons mentioned. My 357 Marlin would be the last gun I'd ever get rid of. And sadly, as the others have said, you will get the most money for the 357, but even that may only pay for pa...
by nemhed
Fri Jan 29, 2010 8:03 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT -- Praise Report
Replies: 12
Views: 663

Re: OT -- Praise Report

That's great news, prayers will continue!
by nemhed
Thu Jan 28, 2010 3:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Semi-anual reminder on behavior issues...
Replies: 39
Views: 3892

Re: Semi-anual reminder on behavior issues...

I tested out the Friend/Foe feature on the User Control Panel. If you mark someone as a Foe you basically don't see any of their posts. So if you have a person you continually have a problem with, just chose to electronically ignore them. I don't have anyone on my Foe list because I love everybody! ...
by nemhed
Thu Jan 28, 2010 3:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My grandfather's model 1984 .32 Special S/N# 4438...
Replies: 11
Views: 940

Re: My grandfather's model 1984 .32 Special S/N# 4438...

No advice for you but welcome to the forum.
by nemhed
Thu Jan 28, 2010 3:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT Don't blow your nose in Scotland.
Replies: 14
Views: 1390

Re: OT Don't blow your nose in Scotland.

Maybe be it really is time for the people of GB to put on their Guy Fawkes masks! :evil:
by nemhed
Thu Jan 28, 2010 1:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Just want to say Hi and Thanks!!
Replies: 18
Views: 1121

Re: Just want to say Hi and Thanks!!

Welcome, there's a lot to learn here!
by nemhed
Thu Jan 28, 2010 10:41 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 256 Win. Mag.
Replies: 25
Views: 5799

Re: 256 Win. Mag.

And once again, I've learned something about a cartridge I didn't know existed. Sounds like a fantastic varmint round for a Marlin to be chambered in. Brass for these looks a little pricey though. My problem is I'm obsessed with square bolt Marlins and am always looking for an excuse to get another,...
by nemhed
Thu Jan 28, 2010 8:38 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Big Horn Armory .500 S&W carbine
Replies: 40
Views: 12666

Re: Big Horn Armory .500 S&W carbine

Hobie wrote:I wish it was available as a straight grip. I wonder, would they do one that way?
I would agree with that but some might say I'm nit-picking. There are good hi-res hunting photos on their website. Both the rifle and carbine are very good looking.
by nemhed
Wed Jan 27, 2010 7:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Winter Bicycle Rifle Project Progress
Replies: 15
Views: 1783

Re: OT: Winter Bicycle Rifle Project Progress

Is the NAA barrel threaded or a press fit or pinned? You've now given me an idea for all those cast off 10-22 barrels I've seen for sale!
by nemhed
Wed Jan 27, 2010 7:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New To Me 1911
Replies: 8
Views: 416

Re: New To Me 1911

Very nice, can't beat those Kimbers!
by nemhed
Wed Jan 27, 2010 6:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT I know but I just had some of the BEST macaroni & cheese!
Replies: 20
Views: 1414

Re: OT I know but I just had some of the BEST macaroni & cheese!

This thread is worthless without pictures ,... I mean a recipe!
by nemhed
Wed Jan 27, 2010 5:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sling Options?
Replies: 13
Views: 997

Re: Sling Options?

JMiller, I don't have a better picture and I don't think the company wants to show you a better picture. There is a patent on their sling and when you see the design of the adjustable triple wrap, it's just ingenious. I'll try to post a picture soon!