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by CEMENTHEAD
Mon Dec 06, 2010 11:21 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: First post here... UPDATE Ruger SA
Replies: 31
Views: 4412

Re: First post here

Welcome cajun_64 !!

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Mon Dec 06, 2010 10:15 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New member
Replies: 22
Views: 2877

Re: New member

Welcome to the forum! :D :D

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Sat Dec 04, 2010 2:01 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: On and Off Topic Why is it special?
Replies: 39
Views: 5400

Re: On and Off Topic Why is it special?

Griff wrote:HEY! wanna hear about my shotguns? :P :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:
ummmmm .................YES !!!!!

:lol: :lol: :D

Great selection Griff!

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Sat Dec 04, 2010 12:32 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: On and Off Topic Why is it special?
Replies: 39
Views: 5400

Re: On and Off Topic Why is it special?

Handgun? Most definitely my Ruger Super Blackhawk I converted to Bisley. Alot of trial and tribulation, however it's mine. I can hit with it from 20 to 200 yards with its' favorite load. I've put a little over 13,500 rounds through it. It's like a brother I can carry. :D http://i231.photobucket.com/...
by CEMENTHEAD
Thu Dec 02, 2010 12:10 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT a Little The .358 Winchester Bolt
Replies: 14
Views: 3112

Re: OT a Little The .358 Winchester Bolt

It was a Pre 64 Winchester Model 70 Featherweight in .358 Winchester. What a Beautiful Rifle, and a rare caliber also! :D :mrgreen: + 1 I agree !! The 3 rifles in my family that are chambered in 358 Winchester, one my cousin has, is that very model and vintage. The other 2 are Browning BLR's. Jim s...
by CEMENTHEAD
Wed Dec 01, 2010 9:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My LeverGuns Good Karma
Replies: 4
Views: 623

Re: My LeverGuns Good Karma

:D :D :D :D :D :D

+ 1,000,000,000

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Wed Dec 01, 2010 9:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My 2011 'Guns of the Old-Timers' Calendar is ready
Replies: 18
Views: 1924

Re: My 2011 'Guns of the Old-Timers' Calendar is ready

:D Sweet !! Love that Model 53 near the end.

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Wed Dec 01, 2010 9:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lite load for Shiloh Sharps 45-70
Replies: 21
Views: 2273

Re: Lite load for Shiloh Sharps 45-70

My light load for the 45-70 and a 405 grainer is 12gr Trail Boss, very accurate out of my Marlin and only creeps out at around 950fps, very easy on the shoulder :D I agree !! +1 :D I use 13 grains of TrailBoss under a 405 grain Lead FN. Good stuff! Have fun with that Shiloh !! :mrgreen: Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Wed Dec 01, 2010 9:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cat Populations Should be Controlled
Replies: 36
Views: 4024

Re: Cat Populations Should be Controlled

I live in a residential neighborhood, and can't abide neighbors letting their cats out to wander! Especially if said cats poop in my garden and use my plants as scratching posts. :roll: We have at least a dozen "house" cats running around my neighborhood at night as the neighbors let them...
by CEMENTHEAD
Wed Dec 01, 2010 9:16 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cat Populations Should be Controlled
Replies: 36
Views: 4024

Re: Cat Populations Should be Controlled

The area I bowhunt is loaded with song birds and all sorts of small mammals. The feral cats hunt there too. I 've noticed a major impact on these smaller animals/birds. I have no problem with responsible pet owners, however I'm seeing more and more house cats roaming this same area. I can only imagi...
by CEMENTHEAD
Tue Nov 30, 2010 2:51 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Custom Marlin 336A went to the range
Replies: 3
Views: 792

Re: Custom Marlin 336A went to the range

:mrgreen: :D Bloodhound that sure is nice! Good luck with her and make meat!

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Tue Nov 30, 2010 2:47 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Factory load for Marlin 30-30 ?
Replies: 8
Views: 1424

Re: Factory load for Marlin 30-30 ?

I like the Federal 170's the most, with Remington 170's the next best. XS sights are rugged and fast. I prefer a Williams Foolproof (FP) and a HiViz brand, GREEN fiber optic front sight for my hunting guns.

Good luck and have fun!

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Mon Nov 29, 2010 11:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Thinking of a new levergun project - looking for opinions.
Replies: 10
Views: 1607

Re: Thinking of a new levergun project - looking for opinions.

Stellar idea! :D :mrgreen: I think Weaver still makes it's 2x Pistol scope. mine is from the 90's and really well made. It has held up to thousands 44 magnum rounds in a Ruger Redhawk I just sold. Eye relief is somewhere around 9-12", weight 7 oz. Plex reticle. You could get them (last time I l...
by CEMENTHEAD
Mon Nov 29, 2010 10:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My 3 Leverguns
Replies: 17
Views: 2287

Re: My 3 Leverguns

:mrgreen: :D Nice collection, especially that 35 Remington.....now where's that drool smiley? LOL :lol:

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Mon Nov 29, 2010 10:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: fun weekend project.
Replies: 15
Views: 1626

Re: fun weekend project.

You're a lucky guy JB !! :mrgreen: :D

Tell us about that ol' pump shotgun in the middle.....looks like an old Highway Patrol shotgun.

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Mon Nov 29, 2010 5:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Frontier gunsmithing..
Replies: 11
Views: 1399

Re: New Frontier gunsmithing..

Crapped up firing pin, broken/worn firing pin, or headspace. All of which are correctable.

Great little guns, wish I had kept mine. It had both cylinders too........ :roll:

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Mon Nov 29, 2010 12:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Lost and Unrecovered animals - Please reply
Replies: 40
Views: 5205

Re: Lost and Unrecovered animals - Please reply

Only one, however it still bothers me................ :oops: :cry: .50 caliber muzzle loader, 2- 50gr Pyrodex pellets (100gr total), 245 grain Powerbelt, 30 yards, left front quartering to shot on the point of the shoulder. Small, 3 point buck, did a back somersault, got up running hard on 3 legs. T...
by CEMENTHEAD
Fri Nov 26, 2010 5:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- bolt gun question
Replies: 19
Views: 2097

Re: OT- bolt gun question

I've always preferred the 35's and the 358 Winchester. They seem to be VERY under-rated. I know of 3 in my family, and they almost always leave a bloodtrail a blind man could follow. Handloaded 225 grain Nosler Partitions @ 2450fps. That includes Black bears. :D However the 338 Federal could be good...
by CEMENTHEAD
Fri Nov 26, 2010 5:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My Marlin Levers - Pics
Replies: 21
Views: 3733

Re: My Marlin Levers

Nice looking collection!

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Fri Nov 26, 2010 2:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Story of an 1886 Winchester
Replies: 37
Views: 5193

Re: Story of an 1886 Winchester

Great tribute! Blessings to you and your family.

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Fri Nov 26, 2010 2:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Grandson's 8 point.
Replies: 14
Views: 2329

Re: Grandson's 8 point.

Congrats Granpa!! You're teachin' them right

thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Fri Nov 26, 2010 2:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rather be Lucky than Good...
Replies: 17
Views: 2733

Re: Rather be Lucky than Good...

Congratulations !!

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Fri Nov 26, 2010 2:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: best TV episode of all time
Replies: 11
Views: 1722

Re: OT: best TV episode of all time

Great show!!! it is dearly missed!! My kids thought this was hilarious!

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Fri Nov 26, 2010 2:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: My First Levergun Deer
Replies: 19
Views: 3320

Re: My First Levergun Deer

Congrats on the backstraps!! Glad to see more people are starting "re-discover" the 30-30!!

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Fri Nov 26, 2010 2:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Cold weather BLR problem
Replies: 16
Views: 3307

Re: Cold weather BLR problem

+ 1 on all of the above. Congrats on the venison!! Enjoy!!

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Fri Nov 26, 2010 2:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- bolt gun question
Replies: 19
Views: 2097

Re: OT- bolt gun question

Streetstar,
You could always re-barrel it to 358 Winchester. The 200-225 grain spitzer bullets (2350-2550fps) fly pretty flat. Conversely you could use 250 grain RN bullets @ 2200 fps as woods hammers. What a sweet opportunity!!!

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Wed Nov 24, 2010 2:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Light 'em up!
Replies: 13
Views: 1619

Re: OT: Light 'em up!

Almost flies like the old man-pack T.O.W. missles

Cool none the less, thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Fri Nov 19, 2010 12:30 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 44 special for my 1894P
Replies: 4
Views: 655

Re: 44 special for my 1894P

Trooper Joe, I have the same exact gun. XS sights and all.....absolutely love the thing! You can have your cake and eat it too. Just make up your 44 Special loads in 44 Magnum cases. Mine seems to feed them better than the specials. Been doing it for years when I want something a little lighter in r...
by CEMENTHEAD
Thu Nov 18, 2010 9:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin 336 sight notch question
Replies: 7
Views: 3455

Re: Marlin 336 sight notch question

No help here.............I ash-canned ALL my rear sights on my leverguns and hunting guns, then installed receiver sights! :lol: :lol: :lol: :D :D

Go shooting and Good luck!

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Thu Nov 18, 2010 9:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin 1894 .45 Colt Question....
Replies: 9
Views: 1459

Re: Marlin 1894 .45 Colt Question....

t-k-c,

Welcome to the forum! I think you'll like it.

As far as the ammunition feeding........no clue. However someone will be along shortly that can answer your questions.

Enjoy!!!

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Thu Nov 18, 2010 9:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Thanks for the prayers - Changing jobs
Replies: 15
Views: 1415

Re: Thanks for the prayers - Changing jobs

Good on you Mike! Best wishes in your travels.......you can never go wrong spreading the word.


:D :D :D

Stay safe, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Thu Nov 18, 2010 11:53 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayer Request for family...
Replies: 23
Views: 1790

Re: Prayer Request for family...

Prayers to your Family...............

Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Thu Nov 18, 2010 11:52 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Portraits of Valor
Replies: 7
Views: 574

Re: OT: Portraits of Valor

Amazing Patriotism and Sacrifice.

Thank you, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Thu Nov 18, 2010 11:49 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: First lever-gun deer
Replies: 10
Views: 1542

Re: First lever-gun deer

Congrats! That BLR is a keeper! I use that ammo in 308 Winchester as well....great stuff!

Enjot those backstraps!

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Thu Nov 18, 2010 11:41 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Protect Your Water Meter & BackFlow Assemblies
Replies: 6
Views: 1423

Re: OT: Protect Your Water Meter & BackFlow Assemblies

:D Huh.....I learn something new everytime I log on here!

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Thu Nov 18, 2010 11:38 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 8mm Mauser sucess !
Replies: 20
Views: 3708

Re: 8mm Mauser sucess !

Congrats !! Nice animal, enjoy!

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Thu Nov 18, 2010 11:37 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A Great Opening Day! NEW PICS ADDED
Replies: 33
Views: 3367

Re: A Great Opening Day! NEW PICS ADDED

Congrats Ted!



:mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen:

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Thu Nov 18, 2010 11:36 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How strong is a Handi rifle?
Replies: 22
Views: 3476

Re: How strong is a Handi rifle?

Chas. wrote: He's also shooting 720gr Ranger Rick at over 1800 fps. Don't know the pressure, but I'll bet it'll whallop.
Ya think?!? :lol:

WOOF !!! :o :shock: :shock: :shock:

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Thu Nov 18, 2010 11:33 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What Trigger Pull Weight Do You Prefer For Your Levergun?
Replies: 12
Views: 1081

Re: What Trigger Pull Weight Do You Prefer For Your Levergun?

I prefer 2lbs on a Target gun. 3.5-4lbs on a hunting gun. However I really want a crisp pull moreso than a certain weight.

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Thu Nov 18, 2010 11:30 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Adjusting rear sight with lighter bullets
Replies: 7
Views: 735

Re: Adjusting rear sight with lighter bullets

Foxtrapper,
I would shoot it at 25-50yards on a large target to see where you're hitting. If it's fairly close, move it back to 100yds.

As far as front sights go.....

hitting low, shorter front sight

hitting high, taller front sight

Hope this helps, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Wed Nov 17, 2010 5:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Adjusting rear sight with lighter bullets
Replies: 7
Views: 735

Re: Adjusting rear sight with lighter bullets

Foxtrapper,
Lighter, faster bullets tend to shoot lower believe it or not. So I would say raising the rear sight would be the case.

However..................

You're gonna have to shoot it to really know.

:D :D Have fun!

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Wed Nov 17, 2010 12:43 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Noob, help with scope 1894/44mag
Replies: 13
Views: 1675

Re: Noob, help with scope 1894/44mag

Chucky, Welcome to the fire and enjoy the forum! :D Stick with something small and lightweight for a scope. 1x4 Leupold, 1x3 Weaver, 1.5x5 Leupold, 2.5x Leupold.....etc, etc. Mount it as low as possible, as not to mess up the balance too much. I have no practical experience with the XS mount. Follow...
by CEMENTHEAD
Tue Nov 16, 2010 12:46 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - French color photography from WWI
Replies: 12
Views: 1444

Re: OT - French color photography from WWI

Old Savage wrote:Fancy gate.

You wouldn't want a "real" gate to get in the way of those retreating French would you? :lol: :lol: :lol:

Just kidding around....neat photo otherwise.

Thanks, Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Mon Nov 15, 2010 11:25 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Who says the 44 magnum isn't flat shootin'?
Replies: 4
Views: 708

Who says the 44 magnum isn't flat shootin'?

:lol: :D Made a quick side trip to the range today with my Marlin 1894P. I had to re-sight the gun due to a broken front sight. (replaced it with an XS front) Anyway, got it "on" @ 50 yards with Winchester White Box 240 grain JSP's. Decided to fire a few @ the 200 yard steel 9"x14&quo...
by CEMENTHEAD
Fri Nov 12, 2010 12:25 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT Dog question?
Replies: 10
Views: 1344

Re: OT Dog question?

I have Mini Dachshund that is 11 years old.....she has acted that way since day 1. Very normal. Don't overfeed them as they develop back problems with weight gain. Mine weighs 8.3 lbs.

Tom
by CEMENTHEAD
Wed Nov 10, 2010 1:51 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Happy Birthday US Marine Corp
Replies: 17
Views: 2094

Re: OT - Happy Birthday US Marine Corp

None better....Happy Birthday Leathernecks !! :D

Thank you, Tom ( Former Army Infantry and Engineer)
by CEMENTHEAD
Tue Nov 09, 2010 1:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What's up with Winchester?
Replies: 39
Views: 4678

Re: What's up with Winchester?

Don, I should'nt have used the term "picked up". I was referring to the Tactical rifles they had been turning out for a few years prior which are based on Model 70 actions. I think that made the decision easier for them to "move" the product line to SC. As well as the lower produ...
by CEMENTHEAD
Tue Nov 09, 2010 12:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What's up with Winchester?
Replies: 39
Views: 4678

Re: What's up with Winchester?

So, Oly, WHY do you hate the Miroku guns so much? I don't like the lawyer safeties and rebounding hammers, but fit and finish is good and the bluing is beautiful. They are expensive, but do you think they could be made in the US any cheaper or better? I have guns from Croatia, Germany, England, Aus...