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by Old Savage
Wed Jan 30, 2008 10:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Is 22-250 a good choice for bench shooting?
Replies: 17
Views: 2977

22 - 250 is excellent.
by Old Savage
Wed Jan 30, 2008 2:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - OK then how about the USFA SA revolvers?
Replies: 29
Views: 4735

OT - OK then how about the USFA SA revolvers?

Anyone have these? Quality, reliability? Etc?
by Old Savage
Wed Jan 30, 2008 2:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Uberti Cattleman SA
Replies: 27
Views: 4852

Buy American if you can if they make what you want.
by Old Savage
Wed Jan 30, 2008 2:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Jeff Quinn Review - .327 Freedom Arms 97 & Ruger SS
Replies: 14
Views: 3153

Nice guns.
by Old Savage
Wed Jan 30, 2008 1:59 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I have returned
Replies: 13
Views: 2536

How is southeast Pa. these days, used to live south of Trenton, not far. Welcome back then.
by Old Savage
Wed Jan 30, 2008 11:20 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT--Browning A-Bolt--375 H&H magnum
Replies: 6
Views: 971

That rifle is a Browning Stainless A Bolt.
by Old Savage
Wed Jan 30, 2008 2:58 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Grandson has appointment to USMA!
Replies: 33
Views: 5269

Congratulations and I wish him the best.
by Old Savage
Tue Jan 29, 2008 10:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT--Browning A-Bolt--375 H&H magnum
Replies: 6
Views: 971

This might interest you.

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by Old Savage
Tue Jan 29, 2008 4:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Weaver Mounts vs. Leupold
Replies: 20
Views: 4235

I have used both. Both are strong and work well. What you like the best with your rifle.
by Old Savage
Tue Jan 29, 2008 2:45 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sorry Members: Change of Plans rifle sale/college gift.
Replies: 9
Views: 2270

Now there is an idea. Users could donate to charity.
by Old Savage
Tue Jan 29, 2008 1:25 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: POLITICS - Gun History
Replies: 7
Views: 1475

POLITICS - Gun History

GUN HISTORY Whether you agree or not, it's an interesting lesson in history. In 1929, the Soviet Union established gun control From 1929 to 1953, about 20 million dissidents, unable to defend themselves, were rounded up and exterminated. In 1911, Turkey established gun control. From 1915 to 1917, 1....
by Old Savage
Tue Jan 29, 2008 1:11 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sorry Members: Change of Plans rifle sale/college gift.
Replies: 9
Views: 2270

Looked back. If I get it right you can lighten the pressure on yourself. Value is way below the numbers you are quoting.
by Old Savage
Tue Jan 29, 2008 1:07 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Sorry Members: Change of Plans rifle sale/college gift.
Replies: 9
Views: 2270

Sorry, details????
by Old Savage
Tue Jan 29, 2008 12:58 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- SIN? Levergunner's Hunt Without a Levergun?
Replies: 24
Views: 3501

No, it wouldn't. All of us would like to see your experience with the 45-70. You are a levergunner and you have been awarded the hunt. It is up to you to make your choices for success.
by Old Savage
Mon Jan 28, 2008 9:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rifle Magazine article:"Winchester's Last Three Levergu
Replies: 5
Views: 1167

I have always enjoyed what he has written. I have never seen any indication that he is here.
by Old Savage
Mon Jan 28, 2008 9:39 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT Sweet Sixteen.
Replies: 19
Views: 4094

Great one in my opinion. Wish I had one.
by Old Savage
Mon Jan 28, 2008 9:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Range Report: Old eyes, New Glasses, 25-20 levergun (photos)
Replies: 20
Views: 3197

Very nice Kirk, you have some good stuff there. How do you rate the new galsses contribution. Though my experience with it was short I will say that it did seem tricky to get a good load because I didn't get one I liked very much.
by Old Savage
Mon Jan 28, 2008 4:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Comparing 45 cal cartridges
Replies: 22
Views: 3596

45-70
by Old Savage
Mon Jan 28, 2008 4:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: 22 Years Ago Today...Challenger
Replies: 21
Views: 3221

Had a friend who was an astronaut at the time. He was involved in the investigation. Subsequently went up twice and held the space walk record for a time. They were naturally all quite shaken with it.
by Old Savage
Mon Jan 28, 2008 3:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: SoCal LvrGunr Fam Reunion, March 15-16th, UPDATED 3/17/08
Replies: 217
Views: 24051

What then will be our schedule to be able to shoot?
by Old Savage
Mon Jan 28, 2008 10:54 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Voted against China commerce with my pocketbook yesterday
Replies: 27
Views: 4047

China is safe as long as Wal Mart is here.
by Old Savage
Mon Jan 28, 2008 10:52 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Range report
Replies: 18
Views: 2993

Good opportunityto shoot at all those ranges. Let's you know what you can expect.
by Old Savage
Sun Jan 27, 2008 9:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Uberti Cattleman SA
Replies: 27
Views: 4852

The one I was looking at is a new one in stainless steel. Appreciate the info.
by Old Savage
Sun Jan 27, 2008 7:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Uberti Cattleman SA
Replies: 27
Views: 4852

Thanks JR. :)
by Old Savage
Sun Jan 27, 2008 5:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A good weekend, with a pic.
Replies: 6
Views: 1372

Always enjoy your pics and stories.
by Old Savage
Sun Jan 27, 2008 4:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Uberti Cattleman SA
Replies: 27
Views: 4852

OT - Uberti Cattleman SA

What is the opinion on these from those who are familiar with these guns.
by Old Savage
Sun Jan 27, 2008 4:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Melting Batteries for the Lead
Replies: 23
Views: 13051

I don't know Jeff would it go something like this in court - So, Mr Quinn, then it is true that you actually knew there was a serious hazard to your wife's health and well being when you directed her to melt the batteries as it says on this public website on which you posted the query. Mr Quinn, doe...
by Old Savage
Sun Jan 27, 2008 3:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Interestng bullet from Remington
Replies: 13
Views: 2408

A friend complained to me about getting 45-70 bullets from Remington with the cannelures in different places but this is beyond that.
by Old Savage
Sun Jan 27, 2008 3:38 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: value of Savage 99,refinished stock
Replies: 7
Views: 984

Holes by far. The rest is not that important to me for a gun I will use.
by Old Savage
Sun Jan 27, 2008 3:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: It don't say "336T," just "336" . . .
Replies: 21
Views: 2974

And you look like Robert Palmer.
by Old Savage
Sun Jan 27, 2008 3:28 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Savage Model 99 "Brush gun"
Replies: 13
Views: 3946

Stock design is the most improtant factor apart from raw force.
by Old Savage
Sun Jan 27, 2008 1:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Savage Model 99 "Brush gun"
Replies: 13
Views: 3946

They are rare - I have never seen one.
by Old Savage
Sun Jan 27, 2008 12:55 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The lever Action - a hunter's rifle
Replies: 36
Views: 6381

I put them in the same category - scope sights with fast pointy bullets.
by Old Savage
Sun Jan 27, 2008 12:52 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - How Sudden has the Change (in our culture) been?
Replies: 67
Views: 8954

Don't know what things are coming to but just listened to the Miss America contestants and nobody mentioned World Peace. :wink:
by Old Savage
Sat Jan 26, 2008 10:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Got my oldest sixgun lettered this week (with photos)
Replies: 23
Views: 3380

$895 at the Gun Shop.
by Old Savage
Sat Jan 26, 2008 9:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Got my oldest sixgun lettered this week (with photos)
Replies: 23
Views: 3380

Andy - you do know they didn't chamber the 454 ??? :)
by Old Savage
Sat Jan 26, 2008 8:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: pressure signs in the .308 Marlin MX ?
Replies: 8
Views: 1821

I am voting with these boys.
by Old Savage
Sat Jan 26, 2008 8:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Got my oldest sixgun lettered this week (with photos)
Replies: 23
Views: 3380

The best to you Kirk. :D
by Old Savage
Sat Jan 26, 2008 8:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Got my oldest sixgun lettered this week (with photos)
Replies: 23
Views: 3380

Might be a good idea to return it to the south western US where it is used to the climate.






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by Old Savage
Sat Jan 26, 2008 12:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Win. 88 - Birthday info please
Replies: 2
Views: 431

Mine seems to shoot Federal 150s the best.
by Old Savage
Sat Jan 26, 2008 12:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Win. 88 - Birthday info please
Replies: 2
Views: 431

Or so smart.

1964

They started with #148859 and made a 11449 in 64. So, it looks like you have one of the earliest after the change over.
by Old Savage
Sat Jan 26, 2008 12:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I've been thinking about collecting Browning Winchesters
Replies: 23
Views: 2996

What would an NIB Model 71 Carbine be going for in approx #s these days?
by Old Savage
Sat Jan 26, 2008 11:57 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy Happy Joy Joy !!!
Replies: 25
Views: 3408

There's a nice pair.
by Old Savage
Sat Jan 26, 2008 2:55 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The lever Action - a hunter's rifle
Replies: 36
Views: 6381

But I must say the scoped 30-30, 45-70, 35 Rem, and 25-35 have shot as well, just less reasonable range.
by Old Savage
Sat Jan 26, 2008 2:52 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The lever Action - a hunter's rifle
Replies: 36
Views: 6381

You have a point my 99s, 88 and BLR are all scoped and good with proper power considerations to 275 or more and shoot 3x groups of .75" or less - no different than a bolt. The comment really applies to the more "traditional" levers with round or flat nose bullets. Tubular mags you know.
by Old Savage
Sat Jan 26, 2008 12:22 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: A personal request for the forum
Replies: 67
Views: 12115

Good one cas, we used to have a program with pins in it.
by Old Savage
Fri Jan 25, 2008 11:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin 1894 sight adventures, lotsa pics
Replies: 10
Views: 1659

Nice rifle Joe.
by Old Savage
Fri Jan 25, 2008 2:41 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - California gold rush
Replies: 14
Views: 2963

Big Sam left Seattle in the year of 92 .......
by Old Savage
Fri Jan 25, 2008 2:31 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: That Last Run Of Marlin 1894s In .218 Bee.........
Replies: 6
Views: 1053

You will see a flurry of something when Rem takes over.
by Old Savage
Fri Jan 25, 2008 1:15 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The lever Action - a hunter's rifle
Replies: 36
Views: 6381

The lever Action - a hunter's rifle

For those who would get close to the game.