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by Bronco
Thu Jul 20, 2023 4:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Updated and Improved Python
Replies: 21
Views: 711

Re: Updated and Improved Python

I have loved mine since I gave my dad $175.00 to buy one for me in 1967. I was 17 and I got a box each 0f 38's and 357's for the price to boot. Years later I sent it back to Colt for a timing issue, found out they were a race horse not a work mule, not built for a steady diet of HOT loads. That's ok...
by Bronco
Wed Jul 19, 2023 11:59 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Velocity fo HSM 38 special RNFP when shot from Rossi 92 Carbine ??
Replies: 15
Views: 453

Re: Velocity fo HSM 38 special RNFP when shot from Rossi 92 Carbine ??

Depends on the load as to what will happen. Here is an interesting fact! I reload my own! I was playing with 44 mag cases and cat sneeze loads. I was using a 300grgc LFN with 5,5grs of WST powder. The velocity out of my 7.5" Redhawk was about 750fps and out of my 24" barreled Marlin was, w...
by Bronco
Tue Jul 18, 2023 10:20 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayers for Normas mom please
Replies: 20
Views: 517

Re: Prayers for Normas mom please

Prayers up for all !
by Bronco
Mon Jul 17, 2023 10:10 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Of Squirrels, Dogs, and Men
Replies: 15
Views: 513

Re: Of Squirrels, Dogs, and Men

Why would anyone have ever imported such a destructive little beast?!? :shock: :shock: :shock:
Diversity and equity doncha know :roll: It ruins a lot of things !
by Bronco
Sun Jul 16, 2023 12:51 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: pics of Rossi 92 38/357 Lugs,thoughts ?
Replies: 7
Views: 324

Re: pics of Rossi 92 38/357 Lugs,thoughts ?

Have you shot them ?? Would like to see a few pictures of the targets.
by Bronco
Fri Jul 14, 2023 8:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Modern 250 Savage
Replies: 23
Views: 1038

Re: Modern 250 Savage

I like your traveling partner Six !
by Bronco
Mon Jul 03, 2023 6:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 44 Magnum Rossi I Bought
Replies: 8
Views: 352

Re: 44 Magnum Rossi I Bought

:) I remember playing around the reloading reloading room and put some 4895 in a 44 mag ( as much as it would hold under a 300 gr cast bullet, just for shits and grins . The bullets did leave the barrel, you could almost see them and if you were really really frugal you could get quite a bit to pour...
by Bronco
Sun Jul 02, 2023 9:36 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Parker puppies ( OT CHANGED)
Replies: 312
Views: 15463

Re: Parker puppies ( OT CHANGED)

Just luvin the journey with ya Gunny !
by Bronco
Tue Jun 27, 2023 7:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: SPECIAL .44 Specials
Replies: 30
Views: 883

Re: SPECIAL .44 Specials

Kewl imaginative minds you all got there !

Funny how some of what you mentioned reminds me of my thinking when I was just a pup! NOT that I ever followed through with my ideas :roll:
by Bronco
Sun Jun 25, 2023 11:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Parker puppies ( OT CHANGED)
Replies: 312
Views: 15463

Re: Parker puppies ( OT CHANGED)

Smart thinking Gunny, I started with my pups, first outside with a pop gun. Then move into another room in the house after awhile. Eventually popping right next to them. Later in life people were amazed just how excited they would get when they saw a rifle or hand gun in my hands. They knew we were ...
by Bronco
Sun Jun 25, 2023 11:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: "I'm So Old..." (Good Character Traits)
Replies: 4
Views: 281

Re: "I'm So Old..." (Good Character Traits)

Those were the days my friend, we thought they'd never end ......
I did not truly think current times would get here this fast :cry:
by Bronco
Sat Jun 24, 2023 11:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Grail Gun Marlin Cowboy .45 Colt
Replies: 23
Views: 830

Re: Grail Gun Marlin Cowboy .45 Colt

Purdy, purdy, purdy :)
Is that a 24" barrel?
I have on in 44 mag with a 24" barrel and just am in luv wit it .
by Bronco
Sat Jun 24, 2023 4:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rossi r92 44 magnum factory loads ??
Replies: 16
Views: 518

Re: Rossi r92 44 magnum factory loads ??

I guess that will work if you only have to defend from the bedroom :mrgreen:
by Bronco
Sat Jun 24, 2023 11:42 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Chronied 44 mag Hornady custom 200XTP
Replies: 20
Views: 703

Re: Chronied 44 mag Hornady custom 200XTP

For the fancy caster there are nose molds that you can cast ahead of time then insert them in to regular mold and have a soft nose hard shank cast bullet. I have the gear but have never poured some and tested them. Veral Smith says they work good if you want to go that route! I personally have been ...
by Bronco
Sat Jun 24, 2023 11:34 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rossi r92 44 magnum factory loads ??
Replies: 16
Views: 518

Re: Rossi r92 44 magnum factory loads ??

Hard to predict what direction you would have to shoot what with those darn uncooperative two legged critters :mrgreen: They just seem to not go by the rules!
by Bronco
Sun Jun 11, 2023 2:21 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: She said she missed me.
Replies: 12
Views: 630

Re: She said she missed me.

I enjoyed the tale from Ray. Also the ones from Jim.

:arrow: More please
by Bronco
Sat Jun 10, 2023 9:52 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: So Proud Of My Daughter
Replies: 19
Views: 641

Re: So Proud Of My Daughter

Whooohoo, way to go for daughter and dad :D :D
by Bronco
Thu Jun 08, 2023 12:20 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: She said she missed me.
Replies: 12
Views: 630

Re: She said she missed me.

I am finally getting a sense of what may be coming as to your posts ....humor, sometimes !

I like it :D :D and saw the possibility of what was to come !
by Bronco
Wed Jun 07, 2023 1:57 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Just a box of ashes
Replies: 23
Views: 747

Re: Just a box of ashes

So sorry, I feel your pain :cry:

There just has to be dogs in heaven
by Bronco
Sun Jun 04, 2023 10:32 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What is your Sunday-Go-To-Meeting Gun?
Replies: 22
Views: 797

Re: What is your Sunday-Go-To-Meeting Gun?

KIMBER 1911 ECLIPSE ULTRA II 45ACP !
by Bronco
Sun Jun 04, 2023 10:30 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My son Jaeger graduates today
Replies: 20
Views: 525

Re: My son Jaeger graduates today

Yiipppeee :D

Awesome achievement for both of ya !!!
by Bronco
Sat Jun 03, 2023 8:50 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Handloaders: Are You the Organized or Random Type
Replies: 30
Views: 929

Re: Handloaders: Are You the Organized or Random Type

I thought I was organized ! BUT after seeing these setups I find I am in a state of denial ! : and I don't mean the river :)
by Bronco
Sat May 27, 2023 3:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Parker puppies ( OT CHANGED)
Replies: 312
Views: 15463

Re: Just a matter of time PUPPY BORN

I am on a emotional roller coaster follow your trails and tribulations. So sadness mixed in with happy excitement ! Such it life :| Best of luck to the survivors !
by Bronco
Sat May 27, 2023 3:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Ain't this the truth?
Replies: 9
Views: 411

Re: Ain't this the truth?

No pain, no gain :D

I gained a lot in my yut ! Wonder I did not get killed!
by Bronco
Mon May 01, 2023 4:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Manhunt In Texas
Replies: 33
Views: 1658

Re: Manhunt In Texas

If you guys in Texas heard him to me here in Idaho I will be happy to assist :D

Need a change from the bumper crop of ground squirrels here !
by Bronco
Sat Apr 15, 2023 11:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: SAA Engraving
Replies: 29
Views: 1028

Re: SAA Engraving

I would not even want a belt buckle engraved with that !
by Bronco
Mon Apr 03, 2023 6:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Oh Nath...
Replies: 21
Views: 885

Re: Oh Nath...

Couple of years ago was going to let the dogs out when I spied these two joined at the hip! Did not have the heart to interrupt, so I sat by the window, had a smoke and a cup of coffee. Finally 45 minutes later, with rest periods in between jousts they left. Dogs about exploded waiting to pee. http:...
by Bronco
Wed Mar 29, 2023 1:12 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Pre-Metallic Cartridges
Replies: 15
Views: 565

Re: Pre-Metallic Cartridges

I know next to nothing about making paper cartridges, have not done it. I asked if you treat the paper because I once read that some nitrated the paper for an improvement, I am guessing in ignition or cleaner burning. But banana might be interesting :D Have to be careful with that, might get high of...
by Bronco
Tue Mar 28, 2023 1:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Pre-Metallic Cartridges
Replies: 15
Views: 565

Re: Pre-Metallic Cartridges

Kewl :)
Is the paper treated ?
by Bronco
Tue Mar 28, 2023 12:21 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Holy airguns, Batman!
Replies: 5
Views: 356

Re: Holy airguns, Batman!

Safety first... floatation devices :)
by Bronco
Mon Mar 13, 2023 12:35 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester 71, 348Winchester lovers?
Replies: 47
Views: 2022

Re: Winchester 71, 348Winchester lovers?

Dummy me wrong rifle ooops! Marlin 24" barrel. 44 mag. Sorry for the mistake in putting it in a M71 thread.
by Bronco
Sun Mar 12, 2023 1:04 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester 71, 348Winchester lovers?
Replies: 47
Views: 2022

Re: Winchester 71, 348Winchester lovers?

Turnbull work in 50-110. Retirement gift to myself.

http://prntscr.com/JHecYe1Iwjqi
by Bronco
Sat Mar 04, 2023 12:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: fbi files
Replies: 14
Views: 827

Re: fbi files

In my mantra of always trying to being the grey man the best I can, I think I will pass on asking them ! At the very minimum there will be a new entry in my file to the fact that I wanted to know what they had on me. My tin foil hat is getting pretty worn out. Time to get another one with thinker fo...
by Bronco
Tue Feb 21, 2023 9:42 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Suggestions?
Replies: 10
Views: 460

Re: Suggestions?

Lock smith, if you want to try and save the lock!
by Bronco
Sun Feb 19, 2023 2:18 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Recommended Reading
Replies: 5
Views: 370

Re: Recommended Reading

I searched long enough to find a good condition copy for $14.95.
Why are so many asking $60.00 to $100.00 or more. Why is the book so expensive most places ??
by Bronco
Thu Feb 16, 2023 1:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 300gr 44 mag lever action load
Replies: 7
Views: 772

Re: 300gr 44 mag lever action load

I have a Marlin with a 24" barrel. I rebarreled with a 1:16 twist. The rifles original barrel had a .4323 bore and that slow twist. I made some .433 diameter bullets to fit the barrel but they did not fit in my Red Hawk, and they would not stabilize unless I pushed them hard. So I rebarreled it...
by Bronco
Thu Feb 09, 2023 3:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Update on my wife Genie
Replies: 37
Views: 1551

Re: Update on my wife Genie

I pray for all and hope the Lord brings peace!!
by Bronco
Wed Feb 08, 2023 1:34 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What if- 55.6 in .223?
Replies: 25
Views: 875

Re: What if- 55.6 in .223?

IMHO
Pull bullet and reload! If the situation allows it! In case of imminent death, pull trigger and hope for the best.
by Bronco
Sat Jan 21, 2023 1:18 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayers for Souette Quinn
Replies: 33
Views: 1932

Re: Prayers for Souette Quinn

Prayers up up and away!
by Bronco
Tue Jan 17, 2023 1:39 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Looking at a pup.
Replies: 18
Views: 612

Re: Looking at a pup.

I think I recall that there was a shot the vet could give that greatly increased a dogs survivability when bit by a snake ! That is coming from a old old brain. Maybe worth looking into, hope I am right for the dogs sake :D
by Bronco
Sun Jan 15, 2023 4:42 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: BIG 50, 50-110 on a Model 71
Replies: 22
Views: 1768

Re: BIG 50, 50-110 on a Model 71

What twist do you have in the barrel ??
by Bronco
Sat Jan 14, 2023 8:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: BIG 50, 50-110 on a Model 71
Replies: 22
Views: 1768

Re: BIG 50, 50-110 on a Model 71

I like it :)
I also got some LBT molds so I can cast 4 different bullets between 3350 and 527 grains, gas checked. Them big bullets are way expensive if you go out and buy them.
by Bronco
Sat Jan 14, 2023 1:33 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: C&S closing
Replies: 5
Views: 466

Re: C&S closing

Sure hope he does ! Cannot spare good businesses like that, need all we can have !
by Bronco
Mon Jan 09, 2023 2:42 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Springfield Firearms Supply?
Replies: 20
Views: 1037

Re: Springfield Firearms Supply?

I use Pay Pal, they have a buyer -seller protection plan that has worked great for me. Do not send funds like to family and friend method to them. No protection there. Only do that if you know the person. I was dealing with a business and actually played around with them. Eventually only a little ti...
by Bronco
Thu Dec 29, 2022 8:27 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: C&S closing
Replies: 5
Views: 466

C&S closing

Cylinder and Slide closing! They have always done great work for me. Sorry to see them go, sign of the times that we want to ret9ire when we get old :)

https://www.instagram.com/p/CmrxaXIOfNJ/

John
by Bronco
Sat Dec 24, 2022 11:29 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Merry Christmas to all!
Replies: 13
Views: 396

Re: Merry Christmas to all!

Thank you !

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you and everyone here at this campfire !
by Bronco
Fri Dec 23, 2022 1:39 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Just one powder
Replies: 37
Views: 1416

Re: Just one powder

+1 for 2400
Probably could develop a load for most of my firearms, including rifles, with that one powder if I had to
by Bronco
Thu Dec 15, 2022 1:30 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: J.M. Marlin Ballard #2
Replies: 13
Views: 663

Re: J.M. Marlin Ballard #2

Way kewl :D
Can hardly wait for a range report !
by Bronco
Wed Dec 14, 2022 8:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: mayday x 3 ineed help.
Replies: 51
Views: 2975

Re: mayday x 3 ineed help.

Prayer up for all