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by 3leggedturtle
Fri Jan 14, 2022 3:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My new Tisas 1911
Replies: 12
Views: 1251

Re: My new Tisas 1911

Bill, I just bought a Tisas Mil-Spec in 9mm just before i left for the winter. Wont get to shoot it til April. They sure are nice well made pistols. Ive been buying a few tupperware Compact and single stack pistols lately..
by 3leggedturtle
Fri Jan 14, 2022 3:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Y'all see the prices for the new Ruger Marlin on Gunbroker?
Replies: 28
Views: 2989

Re: Y'all see the prices for the new Ruger Marlin on Gunbroker?

Same with the Springfield Armiry 9mm hipiwer remake!
by 3leggedturtle
Mon Jan 03, 2022 7:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 2022.
Replies: 11
Views: 832

Re: 2022.

GK, thats pretty good. Wished I seen it before I learnt formula....
by 3leggedturtle
Mon Jan 03, 2022 7:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Thank Heavens....
Replies: 4
Views: 448

Re: Thank Heavens....

I have no words! But it is fitting for a few...
by 3leggedturtle
Mon Jan 03, 2022 7:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New math: 2 - 2 = 3
Replies: 8
Views: 891

Re: New math: 2 - 2 = 3

Bronco wrote: Sun Jan 02, 2022 7:14 pm I am guessing it was his wife who said that it is not logical! Just a guess.
A wife? Is that some kind of computer software program?
by 3leggedturtle
Sun Jan 02, 2022 4:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New math: 2 - 2 = 3
Replies: 8
Views: 891

New math: 2 - 2 = 3

I sold 2 rifles then bought 3 pistols. I thought it was perfect logic. Ive been told differently, anyone else see that kind of sense. I actually bought 4 pistols but sold 1. :mrgreen: Todd/3leg
by 3leggedturtle
Sun Jan 02, 2022 3:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Dogs and Books...
Replies: 3
Views: 578

Re: Dogs and Books...

Ive been meeting nice dogs about every other day . Sure is nice to be apprecciated.
by 3leggedturtle
Sun Jan 02, 2022 3:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1911 for CCW
Replies: 46
Views: 3848

Re: 1911 for CCW

Hey Doc, check out TFB TV and a guy named James Reed and the 1911 he would carry.
by 3leggedturtle
Sun Jan 02, 2022 3:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: happy new year
Replies: 4
Views: 356

Re: happy new year

Just got to place to use internet. Hooe you all had good night!
by 3leggedturtle
Sun Jan 02, 2022 3:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The late Lloyd DeVore on Francis Sell
Replies: 11
Views: 1173

Re: The late Lloyd DeVore on Francis Sell

I wish I could find all his articles and writings that did. His 25/35 Tomcat was the only cartridge I ever wanted and needed!
by 3leggedturtle
Sun Jan 02, 2022 3:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester Model 70; .250-3000 made in 1948
Replies: 22
Views: 1917

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

Wow, when you open the case could you smell the deer camp your Grandpa had? What a treasure. Hope you report on it soon.
by 3leggedturtle
Fri Dec 10, 2021 10:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Texas Gunshow
Replies: 3
Views: 672

Texas Gunshow

Aransas Pass has gunshow next weekend. Any of you Members going? I found a a T/C New Englander.54 for $99 and a .32 H&R Single Six fir under $500 so far on the way down. Stopped at Grafs and Sons in Missouri. Walked around an old dilapidated CCC camp in Arkansas for an hour or so.
by 3leggedturtle
Wed Dec 01, 2021 1:13 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Flintlock testing
Replies: 5
Views: 749

Flintlock testing

https://youtu.be/Mwhmk-4bDS4

Well I learnt something new today. Interesting results
by 3leggedturtle
Fri Nov 26, 2021 11:30 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Replacing a Winchester 94 barrel
Replies: 29
Views: 4069

Re: Replacing a Winchester 94 barrel

JES Reboring.... if you go that route. Stand up guy and quick turnaround.

It costs $250 plus shipping to him. He pays shipping back to you.
by 3leggedturtle
Wed Nov 24, 2021 12:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 22/30 sabot?
Replies: 18
Views: 1760

Re: 22/30 sabot?

.22 Carbine, 5.7mm Johnson Spitfire and a few others I cant remeber. Always wanted a .22 Carbine in a Contender Carbine. Equals a 22 Hirnet but with stronger cheaper and more plentiful brass.
by 3leggedturtle
Tue Nov 23, 2021 11:54 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Who's shooting the "Big Fifty", 348, 358, 375 Win?
Replies: 12
Views: 1971

Re: Who's shooting the "Big Fifty", 348, 358, 375 Win?

Bill in Oregon wrote: Tue Nov 23, 2021 8:42 am I run a Swedish rolling block in .50-70, but don't need 250 cases, as, loaded with black, they tend to last forever.
Thought you sold it? I'd like 50 of the 50/110 brass but cant justify buying 250 of'em for a future project. Todd/3leg
by 3leggedturtle
Mon Nov 22, 2021 1:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Need some load advice
Replies: 14
Views: 1335

Re: Need some load advice

Im seeing anywhere from 6-13grs Unique for 180gr cast or jacketed.
I thought you were shooting in 44 mag pistol. Thats why you need to double everything you read and hear. Todd/3leg
by 3leggedturtle
Fri Nov 19, 2021 8:16 pm
Forum: Politics
Topic: Chairmen of the Politically Incorrect
Replies: 12482
Views: 742513

Re: Chairman of the.......politically incorrect

G-K 16 and 20 gauge bolts are plentiful here and go for $175-250. I wont pay more than $125 if its nice. 410's are usually always $200 or more. AND speaking of Archery, have you ever watched Survival Lilly on youtube?
by 3leggedturtle
Fri Nov 19, 2021 3:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I Finally Won An Auction
Replies: 1
Views: 358

Re: I Finally Won An Auction

Youll be glowing with respectability in no time!

Or basking in the glow of admiration..
by 3leggedturtle
Fri Nov 19, 2021 10:19 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Social use of the .30-30
Replies: 55
Views: 8052

Re: Social use of the .30-30

People walk in all the time and say a 30/30 cant be shot at 200 yards because it drops so much. Also tell me it wont even go 400 yards! That you are better off throwing rocks than using a 30/30 past 100 yards. Or their grandpa, dad brother friend or other 3rd party shot a record size buck 5 times an...
by 3leggedturtle
Fri Nov 19, 2021 8:39 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Buck Elliot, RIP
Replies: 29
Views: 2724

Re: Buck Elliot, RIP

Sad to hear. Condolences to his family.
by 3leggedturtle
Thu Nov 18, 2021 3:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester Model 94 question
Replies: 11
Views: 1789

Re: Winchester Model 94 question

Welcome to the best Enablers Forumn on the web. I had a few rifles and shotguns like that. I hit the stock with a light buffing of steel wool or 1000 grit emory. Then do a light coating ofBoiled Linseed oil. The scratches will be subdued but still there, they just add character and memories to the r...
by 3leggedturtle
Thu Nov 18, 2021 2:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Price Check: 94AE XTR 307 Win.
Replies: 8
Views: 1188

Re: Price Check: 94AE XTR 307 Win.

RIHMFIRE wrote: Wed Nov 17, 2021 6:48 am VERY COOL...LOVE THE BIG BORE WINCHESTERS.....

GOOD LUCK FINDING AMMO OR BRASS
I have 5 boxes of W-W 180gr Power Point at my ready if I find a reasonably "mid-90's priced" example. :lol:
by 3leggedturtle
Thu Nov 18, 2021 1:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: "Sign, Sign, Everywhere a Sign...."
Replies: 9
Views: 1111

Re: "Sign, Sign, Everywhere a Sign...."

Stop, I've had my allotment of humor already! :mrgreen:
by 3leggedturtle
Thu Nov 18, 2021 10:03 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: So you think the Covid nose swab is bad?
Replies: 11
Views: 1416

Re: So you think the Covid nose swab is bad?

In my Larry the Cable Guy voice, i dont care who you are that is funny,, forgive me Lord,,,,, lol thanks Bill
by 3leggedturtle
Wed Nov 17, 2021 6:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: diamondback sidekick
Replies: 8
Views: 804

Re: diamondback sidekick

I hope they work out and hold up. I too like that idea of 9 shot and interchangeable cylinders.
by 3leggedturtle
Mon Nov 15, 2021 4:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .45 Colt "Bulldog" experiment
Replies: 12
Views: 820

Re: .45 Colt "Bulldog" experiment

I found some! My 1992 Hercules reloading Pamphlet shows a 300gr XTP-HP with 6.8grs Unique @ 12,000 c.u.p. for 690fps out of a 7.3" barrel..... :mrgreen: Todd/3leg
by 3leggedturtle
Sat Nov 13, 2021 5:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: American style bulldog experiment
Replies: 62
Views: 4854

Re: American style bulldog experiment

That short barrelled Schofield is "way too cool" I tried finding one in 38 Special but could only find the longer barrel ones.
by 3leggedturtle
Sat Nov 13, 2021 10:20 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Wanenmacher Arms Show
Replies: 6
Views: 1053

Re: Wanenmacher Arms Show

Was gonna ask for an update but see its this weekend. Hope it all goes well.
by 3leggedturtle
Fri Nov 12, 2021 2:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 30 cal jug test
Replies: 14
Views: 1412

Re: 30 cal jug test

I always wondered what Hornady 180gr RN meant for the '06 would do at 30/30 velocities fir expansion and penetration. Yes I kniw about 190gr .303 Savage bullets.
by 3leggedturtle
Fri Nov 12, 2021 11:27 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Chronographing Today
Replies: 11
Views: 1098

Re: Chronographing Today

You dont own a Contender Carbine? ! :o I could mail you a 22lr barrel to test them in if you did. Todd/3leg
by 3leggedturtle
Wed Nov 10, 2021 2:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: American style bulldog experiment
Replies: 62
Views: 4854

Re: American style bulldog experiment

I've had this thought for the last 3 months or so, i wanna get a 4" barrel or shorter 460 S&W revolver and shoot 300-400gr cast bullets out of it at 750-950fps. I could also make my own full length brass shotshells for it too. So it wouldmt be completely useless for other than conversation ...
by 3leggedturtle
Wed Nov 10, 2021 11:50 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: dating yom by serial number
Replies: 4
Views: 650

Re: dating yom by serial number

According to Chuck Gawks they started making the 17 wsm in 2017.
by 3leggedturtle
Tue Nov 09, 2021 3:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Chronographing Today
Replies: 11
Views: 1098

Re: Chronographing Today

3500 rounds per pound of powder!How did the cases look afterwards?
by 3leggedturtle
Sun Nov 07, 2021 10:18 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: S&W 4006 CHP issue/ Range Report
Replies: 7
Views: 1015

Re: S&W 4006 CHP issue

Wow didnt realize how well built and durable these are. Had to watch Sootch00 and Hickok45 reviews on these. They weigh 40.5oz, does it balance nice in hand?
by 3leggedturtle
Sun Nov 07, 2021 10:15 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How to stipple polymer grips....
Replies: 9
Views: 778

Re: How to stipple polymer grips....

Soldering iron works too, but its no where near aggressive and positive slip free as this!
by 3leggedturtle
Fri Nov 05, 2021 9:02 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Latest From Palmetto State Armory
Replies: 22
Views: 2180

Re: The Latest From Palmetto State Armory

They also had hot a hot lady advertisement, saying they were gonna make and sell steel cased ammo!
by 3leggedturtle
Fri Nov 05, 2021 8:59 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: HELP! WC-844 rifle powder?
Replies: 19
Views: 2890

Re: HELP! WC-844 rifle powder?

Mini-14 are way over gassed. I was shooting a 50gr SP at 2500fps and it was locking the bolt back. Was gonna keep dropping back until 2200fps to see if it worked , but I sold it before I did that. My thinking was a 50 or 55gr SP at 21-2200fps would be a great "magnum" 22 Magnum for walking...
by 3leggedturtle
Fri Oct 29, 2021 11:08 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: For the younger shooters
Replies: 12
Views: 998

Re: For the younger shooters

gamekeeper wrote: Fri Oct 29, 2021 11:03 am I tend to do everything slow, nowadays slow comes even easier... :wink:

Good advice Jim, walk before you can run as served me well even if I have been left behind a few times but I'm still here.
Slow and steady, beats,, fast and erratic..
by 3leggedturtle
Thu Oct 28, 2021 5:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1951 94
Replies: 14
Views: 1330

Re: 1951 94

[quote=Blaine post
Balls on at 50 yards with 170s....
[/quote]

Got the perfect target for your point of aim! :mrgreen:
by 3leggedturtle
Thu Oct 28, 2021 4:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: GAMEKEEPER O/U double trigger question
Replies: 7
Views: 645

Re: GAMEKEEPER O/U double trigger question

Gonna be almost $500, I passed. Maybe if it had been 28 gauge. Oh well search and looking gies on....!
by 3leggedturtle
Thu Oct 28, 2021 9:54 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: GAMEKEEPER O/U double trigger question
Replies: 7
Views: 645

Re: GAMEKEEPER O/U double trigger question

If I wanted a single trigger, I'd get a single shot :P :lol:
by 3leggedturtle
Thu Oct 28, 2021 8:34 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: GAMEKEEPER O/U double trigger question
Replies: 7
Views: 645

Re: GAMEKEEPER O/U double trigger question

Yeah I found one but, its gonna be a fun bargaining cause he knows I like it.of course nobody wants fixed choked anymore that is only 2 3/4" chambered. Plus I have no patience for the haggling process. Thanks for the info.
by 3leggedturtle
Thu Oct 28, 2021 12:07 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: British Military Revolvers
Replies: 23
Views: 2583

Re: British Military Revolvers

The latest iteration - the Anderson Wheeler MkVII in .357 Magnum. https://revivaler.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Anderson-Wheeler-Mark-VII-.357-Magnum-Revolver-anderson_wheeler-12.jpg http://andersonwheeler.co.uk/the-gun-room/revolver/ https://revivaler.com/anderson-wheeler-mark-vii-357-magnum-re...
by 3leggedturtle
Thu Oct 28, 2021 12:00 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Radios to have
Replies: 6
Views: 595

Re: Radios to have

Doc, haven't got in short wave or CB's, but I always have a Sangean SR35 or a Sony ICF-P26 AA radio with.
by 3leggedturtle
Wed Oct 27, 2021 11:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: You ever do this?
Replies: 3
Views: 521

Re: You ever do this?

Blaine wrote: Wed Oct 27, 2021 9:14 pm :wink: Snowed in this early in the fall?
No snow yet. Actually nice cooler camping weather so far... I am a bookworm and live ballistics. I bought and older LCP with long trigger pull. Got 2 mags plus and extra 15round extended version....
by 3leggedturtle
Wed Oct 27, 2021 11:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: GAMEKEEPER O/U double trigger question
Replies: 7
Views: 645

GAMEKEEPER O/U double trigger question

How much on average does the double trigger version of an Investarms O/U add to its value? Does it make it twice as spendy or only 10-25%? Roughly speaking....! Found a 20 gauge with them. Its nice and I really like how they fit and feel. Todd/3leg
by 3leggedturtle
Wed Oct 27, 2021 8:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: well I went and did it, 480 ruger carbine
Replies: 56
Views: 7014

Re: well I went and did it, 480 ruger carbine

Thats a bummer! I been planning to get a 20" 9mm lite weight tapered barrel for my Contender Carbine but the price has gone up to $455 .... Some time you just have to cut your expenses and move on to something else. Todd/3leg
by 3leggedturtle
Wed Oct 27, 2021 8:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: You ever do this?
Replies: 3
Views: 521

You ever do this?

I spent 2 hours looking at the case length, capacity, oal and working pressure for the the 7mm and 300 SAUM, 7mm and 300 WSM along with the 280 Rem AI and 300 RCM..! Don't particularly want any of them, but was curious and bored....