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- Tue Dec 05, 2023 7:19 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Insurance companies !!!
- Replies: 18
- Views: 1014
Re: Insurance companies !!!
Didn't notice that large of an increase. What I have issue with is I have large , LARGE oak trees very close to my house. I asked the insurance agent if they would pay to take down/ trim the trees. No we don't do that. Ok so the next hurricane Sandy snaps off the top and goes through the roof causi...
- Sun Dec 03, 2023 2:24 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Great gun show finds this morning. Again!
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1019
Re: Great gun show finds this morning.
Got lucky, big time. Some of the .35s have been reloaded at least once, but are in good shape. The .250 Savage brass is really dirty, but Norma mfg. :D I've been scrounging the shows for .250s for a while and have enough now to keep me shooting grandpa's Model 70 for a long time. The .35s were a rea...
- Sun Dec 03, 2023 2:14 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: .38-55 leverguns
- Replies: 41
- Views: 2562
Re: .38-55 leverguns
A pleasant cartridge to shoot and quite accurate when you find the right combination. I have my grandfather's 94 that shoots the Barnes .377s really well. The rifle is all original but has some pitting and wear on the receiver. The bore is perfect though. https://i.imgur.com/PMFkhW3.jpg The rifle I ...
- Sat Dec 02, 2023 3:26 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Great gun show finds this morning. Again!
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1019
Great gun show finds this morning. Again!
My dad and I went to a little show this morning. Usually find something interesting there, but hadn't seen anything I couldn't live without. I was getting a little worn out, but my dad talked me into one more pass. There was a box of ziplocs full of brass that I hadn't seen before. Pulled out a bag ...
- Sun Nov 26, 2023 7:21 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: This is a new broken part
- Replies: 32
- Views: 1380
Re: This is a new broken part
Ruger to the best of my knowledge has always been pretty good on their warranty. HOWEVER, I would send it to Jeff Ault at Munden Sixgun Magic. I was about ready to sell my Ruger Flattop but decided to suck it up and spend the money. It was truly the best money I have ever spent on a gun. Here is a ...
- Fri Nov 24, 2023 9:21 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: I’m sort of wanting a new toy
- Replies: 15
- Views: 862
Re: I’m sort of wanting a new toy
Those Yamaha 200s are great little bikes!
I had a Kawasaki KLR650 for years. I sold it, planning an upgrade to a BMW GS1200 but something got in the way and it never happened. I've been thinking about replacing the KLR a lot recently. Might just happen this year.
jb
I had a Kawasaki KLR650 for years. I sold it, planning an upgrade to a BMW GS1200 but something got in the way and it never happened. I've been thinking about replacing the KLR a lot recently. Might just happen this year.
jb
- Thu Nov 23, 2023 3:01 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Marlin / Ruger factory visit
- Replies: 14
- Views: 1255
Re: Marlin / Ruger factory visit
Good stuff!
Thank you and Happy Thanksgiving!
Jason
Thank you and Happy Thanksgiving!
Jason
- Thu Nov 23, 2023 9:03 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: The Marlin 1894, 357 is back...
- Replies: 7
- Views: 695
Re: The Marlin 1894, 357 is back...
. My little Remlin 357 Mag threaded carbine (1894 CST) is probably the most versatile and practical levergun I've ever had. I did adulterate it with a Ranger Point Precision forend, and later even their buttstock, because I've also got a pristine blued steel and walnut 1894 C in 357 that is 'factor...
- Tue Nov 21, 2023 5:07 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Another Levergunner gone home.
- Replies: 14
- Views: 968
Re: Another Levergunner gone home.
Sorry to hear about your friend, Ted.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Jason
Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Jason
- Mon Nov 20, 2023 6:00 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Another one waiting for me up there :(
- Replies: 11
- Views: 824
Re: Another one waiting for me up there :(
Sorry man. A lot of know how hard that is. I have getting close. She's more my wife's dog, but it's still not going to be easy.
Our thoughts are with you.
Jason
Our thoughts are with you.
Jason
- Mon Nov 20, 2023 3:23 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: IFAK / First Aid
- Replies: 22
- Views: 1480
Re: IFAK / First Aid
Thanks Doc, there's some good info in there. I have a lot of the things you mentioned in a dry box in my truck. Rubber gloves, respirators, N95s, goggles etc. Tools of the trade. MM I grew up in construction and like you said, some tape and paper towels and back to work. I got whacked in the leg by ...
- Mon Nov 20, 2023 1:32 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: IFAK / First Aid
- Replies: 22
- Views: 1480
Re: IFAK / First Aid
Most commercial “first aid” kits are woefully inadequate for much more than a paper cut. Good ones are expensive but often have things most folks have no idea how to use. Then too, most folks buy a kit stuff it in the trunk or bathroom cabinet and expect it to be useable years later. By which time ...
- Mon Nov 20, 2023 9:01 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: IFAK / First Aid
- Replies: 22
- Views: 1480
IFAK / First Aid
Good morning, guys! Back home last night from another two week stay in the hospital. This one started out really bad, but I feel better now than I have in a long time! While I was there, when I could get a connection, I was able to get into the site now and then, but not often. The reason for this t...
- Mon Nov 20, 2023 7:51 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Thinking of our friend Pitchy
- Replies: 14
- Views: 1225
Re: Thinking of our friend Pitchy
Well said, Bill!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Jason
Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Jason
- Mon Nov 20, 2023 7:48 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Broke my Dillon!
- Replies: 34
- Views: 2764
Re: Broke my Dillon!
I had to send mine back about 5-6 years ago. Not only did they send me a whole new one but a big box of spare parts came with it.
Every time I've had to contact Dillon, which has been few and far between, their customer service people have been first rate!
jb
Every time I've had to contact Dillon, which has been few and far between, their customer service people have been first rate!
jb
- Sat Nov 18, 2023 4:39 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Trouble with a Ruger.
- Replies: 7
- Views: 600
Re: Trouble with a Ruger.
Ruger customer service is so odd. They fixed a large frame.44 Magnum Vaquero for me last year and only charged shipping. It’s still worth giving them a call. I have one of the LCP II LR, .22s and it’s never given me a problem. I put a Ruger threaded barrel in it a while ago and it is still working p...
- Fri Nov 17, 2023 5:10 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: REMINDER - Before Leaving Your Home
- Replies: 12
- Views: 785
Re: REMINDER - Before Leaving Your Home
The older we get, the more forgetful we get. Nothing wrong with mnemonic sayings. I am not getting forgetful... There's just so many files up in the noggin, that it takes a while to find the right one! Not a problem when you're younger, not so many files! Nailed it! Too many fires to put out some d...
- Thu Nov 16, 2023 3:13 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: a bit more airplane talk
- Replies: 4
- Views: 286
Re: a bit more airplane talk
Enjoyed the story! Best plane ride I ever had was on a DC 3 in the late’70s. We flew from St. Thomas, USVI to San Juan airport to catch a flight to Miami. The pilot flew nice and low and my face was glued to the window the entire time. I’ll never forget that ride. For a thirteen year old kid, nothin...
- Thu Nov 16, 2023 8:01 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: O Sage! ( Parker puppies chapter 2)
- Replies: 53
- Views: 39811
Re: O Sage! ( Parker puppies chapter 2)
Great pictures!
Really making me want another Lab!!!
jb
Really making me want another Lab!!!
jb
- Wed Nov 15, 2023 3:48 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: The Lord blessed me
- Replies: 12
- Views: 538
Re: The Lord blessed me
Nice shot!!!!
That rack would have done some damage for sure!
jb
That rack would have done some damage for sure!
jb
- Mon Nov 13, 2023 9:58 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Lovely image, lovely poem
- Replies: 3
- Views: 207
Re: Lovely image, lovely poem
Very nice, Bill.
Jason
Jason
- Mon Nov 06, 2023 11:42 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Success can be as trying as failure
- Replies: 20
- Views: 2932
Re: Success can be as trying as failure
That is interesting. Thanks Steve.
jb
jb
- Mon Nov 06, 2023 9:54 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Success can be as trying as failure
- Replies: 20
- Views: 2932
Re: Success can be as trying as failure
Best of luck to you Scott. Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Jason
Jason
- Sun Nov 05, 2023 8:11 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: what goes around comes around (re-visiting 1911's )- **RANGE REPORT UP***
- Replies: 20
- Views: 4708
Re: what goes around comes around (re-visiting 1911's )
The P365 simply performs better in my hands and weighs so much less. I hate to admit it because I cut my teeth on a 1911 and carried a Government Model for many years on and off duty. Scott, I've been carrying a Sig 365 for about a year now. I like the way it sits in my hand and an outstanding shoo...
- Sat Nov 04, 2023 2:09 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Washington's Dream - SNL skit
- Replies: 6
- Views: 631
Re: Washington's Dream - SNL skit
Good one! I don't think I've watched the show since the Eddy Murphy years.
jb
jb
- Sat Nov 04, 2023 1:54 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: My dad is always up to something.
- Replies: 10
- Views: 866
Re: My dad is always up to something.
Thanks Earl,
Looking forward to feeling well enough to get back down in my reloading room and do something besides sit around.
Jason
Looking forward to feeling well enough to get back down in my reloading room and do something besides sit around.
Jason
- Sat Nov 04, 2023 11:11 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Investment Advice
- Replies: 8
- Views: 713
Re: Investment Advice
I went out to one of my favorite shops this morning. Finally getting a little energy back and had to get out the house. Went looking for some Bullseye, but still didn't have any. I have enough for now, but another pound or two would make me happy. The racks and handgun cases were over flowing. Haven...
- Sat Nov 04, 2023 8:00 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: what goes around comes around (re-visiting 1911's )- **RANGE REPORT UP***
- Replies: 20
- Views: 4708
Re: what goes around comes around (re-visiting 1911's )
Nice looking pistols!
I have a P238 and it hasn't let me down yet. I keep eyeballing the Sig STX/ 1911. Sooner or later, I'll buy one.
Have fun!
jb
I have a P238 and it hasn't let me down yet. I keep eyeballing the Sig STX/ 1911. Sooner or later, I'll buy one.
Have fun!
jb
- Fri Nov 03, 2023 11:06 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Investment Advice
- Replies: 8
- Views: 713
Re: Investment Advice
I got serious about it during the Obummer years. I swore, I'd never get caught short on reloading supplies or ammo again.
jb
jb
- Wed Nov 01, 2023 4:16 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: My dad is always up to something.
- Replies: 10
- Views: 866
Re: My dad is always up to something.
Thanks Griff! I have several doctors and "specialists" looking after me since this fiasco. I have a lot of follow up apts. to get through in the coming months, but so far all is well. I've been bugging the one in charge, her assistant at least, to let me return for "light work" n...
- Wed Nov 01, 2023 10:00 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Finally going to complete my .327 Ruger
- Replies: 24
- Views: 3416
Re: Finally going to complete my .327 Ruger
Really slick looking sight. I've always liked a gold bead on my revolvers. I was obsessed with my .327 when i first got it, then the ADD kicked in and got involved with some else. I'll have to get back to the .327, do enjoy shooting it. I did try several brands and weights but settled on the 100 XTP...
- Wed Nov 01, 2023 3:48 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Let's See Your... Deer Rifles
- Replies: 38
- Views: 8021
Re: Let's See Your... Deer Rifles
Thanks Doug, That first one is responsible for the '95 obsession. I've had a few others come and go, but these are the current bunch. Two '06 SRCs, Russian Contract and my grandfather's .35 WCF. https://i.imgur.com/XIuO1qk.jpg Still chasing an SRC in .303 British. So many of them have corroded bores...
- Tue Oct 31, 2023 12:06 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Home generator …?
- Replies: 25
- Views: 1142
Re: Home generator …?
I have a small 2500 watt Subaru. Little bugger just runs and runs. I'd been wanting the big back up gen since I build the house. Constantly dropping hints about it. The all of a sudden Bubbles brings it up one evening and says she'd pay for half of it. I asked "why now?" and she says she w...
- Tue Oct 31, 2023 8:22 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Let's See Your... Deer Rifles
- Replies: 38
- Views: 8021
Re: Let's See Your... Deer Rifles
This old, worked over '95 SRC / .30-'06 has accounted for more whitetail than any other rifle I own. I was still in college when I bought it, and that $350 was every last dollar I had, but I wouldn't trade it for anything.
jb
jb
- Tue Oct 31, 2023 7:02 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Home generator …?
- Replies: 25
- Views: 1142
Re: Home generator …?
One of the best investments I've made in some time. It will run the whole house and then some. Ours is propane driven and have plans to upgrade the size of our tank, just incase of an extended, wintertime outage. It's programmed to cycle on, run for 15 minutes and shut down every other Tuesday. Tuck...
- Tue Oct 31, 2023 1:44 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: My dad is always up to something.
- Replies: 10
- Views: 866
Re: My dad is always up to something.
Thanks Guys! Last night was the last of the IV treatments. What a pain! 3+hrs, twice a day! Can't say enough about my wonderful wife! She was really intimidated by the IV thing, but the visiting nurse walked her through a couple and now she's a real pro. :D My dad's heading back to FL soon and relly...
- Mon Oct 30, 2023 4:11 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: My dad is always up to something.
- Replies: 10
- Views: 866
My dad is always up to something.
A couple of the guys here know that this October has just been a little tough to deal with. Oct. 4th I was involved in a hit an run accident on the highway. Little creep slammed into the front quarter panel of my company vehicle, took off down the off ramp and into several large parking lots. Lady b...
- Sat Oct 28, 2023 8:22 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - Unreal
- Replies: 7
- Views: 417
Re: OT - Unreal
Holy cow! That looks awful.
Happy it’s all worked out.
jb
Happy it’s all worked out.
jb
- Fri Oct 27, 2023 11:28 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Russian capture K98
- Replies: 12
- Views: 528
Re: Russian capture K98
That's a nice one for sure. I had a few of the Russian guns when the hit the market. Started selling them off when the prices shot up. There was one I should of kept, in very similar condition.
Have fun!
jb
Have fun!
jb
- Fri Oct 27, 2023 10:45 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: My dog went full cry at 4:30 this morning.
- Replies: 17
- Views: 874
Re: My dog went full cry at 4:30 this morning.
Paladin / Grizz, Exactly the reason for the debate I'm having, mostly with myself. My Dane put herself between us an dangerous animal multiple times. The two, most potentially dangerous were a black bear and her cub, that I didn't even know was there until she went full on defensive mode. I was pack...
- Wed Oct 25, 2023 10:07 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: My dog went full cry at 4:30 this morning.
- Replies: 17
- Views: 874
Re: My dog went full cry at 4:30 this morning.
Cute! We have three Terriers right now, mostly by accident, but I wouldn't change a thing. The Jack Russell, Rat Terrier and Dachshund/ Chihuahua mix are the best alarm system I've ever had. My wife puts up tons of decorations every year, but none of them make any actual sounds, but once in awhile, ...
- Tue Oct 10, 2023 4:56 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Misplaced Firearm
- Replies: 20
- Views: 959
Re: Misplaced Firearm
More than I’d like to admit.
Misplaced two Colt Official Police revolvers, one that is British proofed. Finally found them about six months later.
Now I can’t find the 10mm cylinder for my Blackhawk!
Ugh!
jb
Misplaced two Colt Official Police revolvers, one that is British proofed. Finally found them about six months later.
Now I can’t find the 10mm cylinder for my Blackhawk!
Ugh!
jb
- Mon Oct 09, 2023 9:27 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Yet another wet-formed holster
- Replies: 4
- Views: 227
Re: Yet another wet-formed holster
That Starr is pretty slick. Looks good in the '17 holster.
There was a single action version at the last show I went to for $700. Probably should have bought it, but just wasn't in the buying mood.
Have fun!
jb
There was a single action version at the last show I went to for $700. Probably should have bought it, but just wasn't in the buying mood.
Have fun!
jb
- Sun Oct 08, 2023 6:34 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Another wet-formed holster
- Replies: 4
- Views: 265
Re: Another wet-formed holster
Pretty slick, Jay!
I really like that revolver. I bought this Taylor's Hickok .45 Colt about a year ago. It's a hoot shooting the .45 Cby. Spl. through it!
jb
I really like that revolver. I bought this Taylor's Hickok .45 Colt about a year ago. It's a hoot shooting the .45 Cby. Spl. through it!
jb
- Tue Oct 03, 2023 12:57 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: What are you packing for the National Zombie Attack Alert tomorrow?
- Replies: 35
- Views: 2039
Re: What are you packing for the National Zombie Attack Alert tomorrow?
Certified .40 cal Zombie kit. Can't wait to try it out.
jb
jb
- Sat Sep 30, 2023 7:21 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Got the China virus... again
- Replies: 39
- Views: 1965
Re: Got the Big C... again
Had me scared that you meant cancer, Jay. Hope y'all feel much better real soon. My neighbor and her sister -- both my age, 70 -- came down with it on the last day of their Alaska cruise. The Paxlovid did wonders. Same here! :shock: Last time I had it, it only lasted a few days. Hope it passes soon...
- Sat Sep 23, 2023 9:25 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: I was feeding the dogs when I heard the sound of radial engines
- Replies: 23
- Views: 1040
Re: I was feeding the dogs when I heard the sound of radial engines
Cool!
There's an aviation museum not far from us that has a B-25. I still run outside to see it if I hear it coming.
There was a B-17 that used to fly in for the Cleveland air show. I'd catch that one flying through once in a while.
jb
There's an aviation museum not far from us that has a B-25. I still run outside to see it if I hear it coming.
There was a B-17 that used to fly in for the Cleveland air show. I'd catch that one flying through once in a while.
jb
- Sat Sep 23, 2023 7:15 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Enfield No.4 MK I/2 Target/ Match Rifle.
- Replies: 3
- Views: 274
Re: Enfield No.4 MK I/2 Target/ Match Rifle.
You're right, it's no Remington 40X, but it will shoot better than I can. I'm sure I can tweak the 180s a bit, but I wasn't unhappy with this load. https://i.imgur.com/fAeNT5Z.jpg The two separate groups were entirely my doing after shifting my shooting position. That and those front sights are star...
- Fri Sep 22, 2023 4:28 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Enfield No.4 MK I/2 Target/ Match Rifle.
- Replies: 3
- Views: 274
Enfield No.4 MK I/2 Target/ Match Rifle.
I bought this Enfield recently. It's set up as as a Match or target rifle with a very nice Parker Hale receiver sight. It does have a Century Arms import mark on it, but don't know if it was imported this way or set up afterwards. This Fazakerly No.4 was made in 1944 then FTR'd ( Factory Thorough Re...
- Fri Sep 22, 2023 10:30 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Alaskan Adventure
- Replies: 23
- Views: 1079
Re: Alaskan Adventure
One place I've always wanted to see, but still haven't made it.
Thanks for the story, Jim!
jb
Thanks for the story, Jim!
jb