1750??-- that was serious & big money back then!
For those of you who think that $1,750 was cheap even for 1910, it would take $38,490.00 to purchase the same item in 2007.
Ah the good ol' days???....
http://www.westegg.com/inflation/
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- Sat Feb 21, 2009 2:41 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: What kind of automobile is a Henry?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1335
- Mon Feb 16, 2009 3:07 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Here is what I have been up to.
- Replies: 25
- Views: 1784
Re: Here is what I have been up to.
Nice finds!
Hope they shoot well & give you much enjoyment
Hope they shoot well & give you much enjoyment
- Mon Feb 16, 2009 12:48 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Global Warming Strikes Southern California
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1229
Re: Global Warming Strikes Southern California
"No - the cooler temperatures are actually evidence of warming - now, since I explain it that way, doesn't it make sense now...? "
--ADJM429
Finally, the real reason for the Ice Age!
--ADJM429
Finally, the real reason for the Ice Age!
- Sun Feb 15, 2009 3:32 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT.. Appaloosa cowboy movie
- Replies: 44
- Views: 4204
Re: OT.. Appaloosa cowboy movie
The Squeeze & I saw the movie. Like most Hollywood productions, it is just an afternoon's entertainment -- nothing more; nothing less.
"Appaloosa" is one of those films that the viewer likes or doesn't like.
"Appaloosa" is one of those films that the viewer likes or doesn't like.
- Thu Feb 12, 2009 3:46 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Lets go back to a gun show 1940s. photo
- Replies: 51
- Views: 3913
Re: Lets go back to a gun show 1940s. photo
I wonder if a few of those guys were thinking: -- “What! Two bucks for this Ol’ Colt? Heck it is only worth a buck and a quarter.” -- “Look @ this -- $3.50 for a Ballard?? Why I could a bought one back in ’29 or was that ’27 for under $2.00.” -- “darn sellers are screwing us. They buy this old stuff...
- Sun Feb 08, 2009 8:08 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Sportsman's Warehouse sold to Canadian group?
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1262
Re: Sportsman's Warehouse sold to Canadian group?
From the Sportsman Warehouse web page: November 26, 2008 UFA Co-operative Limited's increases annual revenue by $800 million with proposed acquisition of Sportsman's Warehouse Calgary, AS, Nov. 26 - UFA Co-operative Limited is poised to acquire a majority interest in Sportsman's Warehouse, increasin...
- Sun Feb 08, 2009 7:06 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - tax question, sorta...
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2902
Re: OT - tax question, sorta...
To put it bluntly, if "BFE" means butt f**k Egypt, you and your daughter are very foolish not seeking legal advice & the sooner, the better.
- Sat Feb 07, 2009 8:25 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - tax question, sorta...
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2902
Re: OT - tax question, sorta...
See what J.Miller wrote.
What is the "BFE"?
Again, see what J. Miller wrote.
What is the "BFE"?
Again, see what J. Miller wrote.
- Wed Feb 04, 2009 12:40 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: If you could shoot any firearm...
- Replies: 51
- Views: 3776
Re: If you could shoot any firearm...
"Nothing in particular. I'm just thankful I can still shoot."
--Modoc ED
Agreed!
--Modoc ED
Agreed!
- Fri Jan 30, 2009 5:22 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT- Woman defends cop
- Replies: 14
- Views: 1921
Re: OT- Woman defends cop
Kudos to her. If I was doing the same though I wouldn't want my ID released or be on TV. In certain communities, retaliation is real....
- Thu Jan 29, 2009 10:26 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Custom 32-40 Ruger
- Replies: 15
- Views: 1826
Re: Custom 32-40 Ruger
TnGunRunner: is that a Ruger#3? I knew a few Shooters who did similar conversions w/ Ruger #3's. Yours looks very nice & looks like it can hold its own against the Big Boys.
What did you do to the trigger?
What did you do to the trigger?
- Thu Jan 22, 2009 11:00 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Gun Lubes, Storage vs. Use?
- Replies: 22
- Views: 2758
Re: Gun Lubes, Storage vs. Use?
I live in wet WA ST & the Golden Rod heaters in the safes run 24/, along a Bullfrog rust inhibitor that I hang in the safe & replace very year w/ a new one. Instead of discarding the old one, I keep it in the safe for one additional year. To avoid rust on moulds, dies, etc., I cut to fit the...
- Thu Jan 15, 2009 6:47 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Black powder cartridge question
- Replies: 30
- Views: 2118
Re: Black powder cartridge question
One thing thast has been mentioned is post-shooting case cleaning. W/ BP, you need to wash the cases after shooting to remove the BP residue from the primer pockets & the cases. If not, the residue will attack the brass, & eventually weaken it so it will fail upon the next firing. I don't sh...
- Wed Jan 14, 2009 11:33 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT, kinda: Sensitivity to powder fouling question
- Replies: 15
- Views: 1132
Re: OT, kinda: Sensitivity to powder fouling question
Yup a great deal of people are sensitive or allegeric to a great many things. For instance, around where I live there are a number of of people allergic to earning a paycheck....
- Wed Jan 14, 2009 12:08 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT- NO SALES TO CA!!!
- Replies: 43
- Views: 4001
Re: OT- NO SALES TO CA!!!
66GTO: if memory serves me, CARB tried the same thing 'bout 12-15 years w/ the rail roads. For some reason, the idea, rulemaking, or whatever went belly up. & too make matters worse, CAB will set its sights on oceanic shippers & cruise ships, & the railroads. Going to be interesting. If ...
- Sun Jan 11, 2009 3:41 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: the glaciers are coming, run for your life
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1392
Re: the glaciers are coming, run for your life
I started college in 1968 & "scientists" forecasted the quickly approaching new Ice Age.
@ the time, I read & was told that -- @ best -- the world - wide oil supply would only last 10 more years.....
@ the time, I read & was told that -- @ best -- the world - wide oil supply would only last 10 more years.....
- Wed Jan 07, 2009 11:00 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Favorite cartridge
- Replies: 65
- Views: 7083
Re: Favorite cartridge
"Maybe because I am an oddball, I like .41 Magnum. I don't have any reason in particular, I just like it."
--CaveManMike
Welcome to Land of the Illuminati! The .41 grows on a normal person who is In-The-Know....
--CaveManMike
Welcome to Land of the Illuminati! The .41 grows on a normal person who is In-The-Know....
- Tue Jan 06, 2009 10:59 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Refurbishing Chaparral 1876s
- Replies: 23
- Views: 2990
Re: Wisdom of annealing 1876 Receiver made of 4140 steel?
A now deceased very good friend ran the last heat treating shop-- Flame Treatment -- in Oakland, CA. If I recall, he was in the trade for 48 or 49 years. During a conversation w/ John, I once asked him about heat treating receivers & how it is done. John explained that w/ unknown as well as know...
- Tue Jan 06, 2009 4:25 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Win94 Eye Candy - Warning, get the napkins, VERY HIGH
- Replies: 18
- Views: 2206
Re: Win94 Eye Candy - Warning, get the napkins, VERY HIGH
"Too bad we don't have manufacturers doing stuff like that now." --kimwcook Turnbull will make a Winchester take-down conversion. See below link: http://www.turnbullrestoration.com/store.asp?pid=20414 If Turnbull wants approx. US $800.00 just for the conversion work & you add in the co...
- Tue Jan 06, 2009 4:01 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Price check please
- Replies: 16
- Views: 1540
Re: Price check please
Do you have anyway to check to headspace?
I've see a few .44-40 M92's converted to .44 Magnum that developed headspace issues from hot loads. Some required numerous rounds to do so, others a very small number. & considering that you have no idea of this rifle's history....
I've see a few .44-40 M92's converted to .44 Magnum that developed headspace issues from hot loads. Some required numerous rounds to do so, others a very small number. & considering that you have no idea of this rifle's history....
- Sun Jan 04, 2009 4:26 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Favorite cartridge
- Replies: 65
- Views: 7083
Re: Favorite cartridge
.45-2.4" Sharps & .45-2 7/8" Sharps.
- Mon Dec 29, 2008 11:41 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - history - general Patton's death
- Replies: 38
- Views: 4437
Re: OT - history - general Patton's death
"There was already almost an Army mutiny in Europe when they realized they might have to go invade Japan after they'd won 'their' war against the Third Reich." --RSY I heard some talk of that too. But let's not forget that by 1945, the U.S home front was starting to become war weary. Peopl...
- Mon Dec 29, 2008 6:05 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - Historically correct movies
- Replies: 98
- Views: 9461
Re: OT - Historically correct movies
I tend to go along w/ marlinman's. I watch a movie for entertainment, knowing full well that Hollywood is not obligated or wants to get it --the sets, props, etc. -- right.
- Sun Dec 28, 2008 12:33 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT: (Masonic) Just thought I'd share.
- Replies: 8
- Views: 797
Re: OT: (Masonic) Just thought I'd share.
From darkness to light....
- Sat Dec 27, 2008 9:53 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT need advice on renting a car ASAP
- Replies: 9
- Views: 779
Re: OT need advice on renting a car ASAP
You're probably gone by now. The following is what I was told by AAA: --Check w/ your insurance carrier to determine if your auto insurance will cover the rental. --If you are covered for theft, comprehensive, collision, loss, etc., make sure that the rental company's loss of income from the vehicle...
- Fri Dec 26, 2008 12:40 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT: Building a 1936 Chevy
- Replies: 3
- Views: 514
OT: Building a 1936 Chevy
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Master_Hands Turn up the sound on this 4 part B&W film showing the building of a 1936 Chevy from melting the raw materials for the engine block through its delivery. The sound track is really good & the production methods are"primitive" by today's OSHA ...
- Wed Dec 24, 2008 12:14 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: The 1914 Christmas truce
- Replies: 1
- Views: 355
The 1914 Christmas truce
The 1914 Christmas truce -- a bit of WW I history that many are unaware of.
http://history1900s.about.com/od/1910s/ ... struce.htm
www.worldwar1.com/heritage/xmast.htm
http://history1900s.about.com/od/1910s/ ... struce.htm
www.worldwar1.com/heritage/xmast.htm
- Sun Dec 21, 2008 11:05 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: When you were a kid..........
- Replies: 62
- Views: 5333
Re: When you were a kid..........
In ‘62 -- when I turned 16 -- I rec’d a Stevens 311 SXS, 16 gauge.
Never had a .22 rifle as child or teenage. There were more than a few on the family farm.
Never had a .22 rifle as child or teenage. There were more than a few on the family farm.
- Sun Dec 21, 2008 11:00 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - history - general Patton's death
- Replies: 38
- Views: 4437
Re: OT - history - general Patton's death
Old Savage: I think they maybe suspicious because when persons of notoriety are involved, more people take notice. & of course there are some among us who look for a conspiracy in everything. & w/ the internet, they have easy access to the like-minded.... For example, when Rep. Sonny Bono (o...
- Sun Dec 21, 2008 9:27 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - history - general Patton's death
- Replies: 38
- Views: 4437
Re: OT - history - general Patton's death
Lastmohecken: story that I read he was riding in a military staff car. I can't recall if what company made the staff car was mentioned.
- Sun Dec 21, 2008 8:54 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - history - general Patton's death
- Replies: 38
- Views: 4437
Re: OT - history - general Patton's death
Bogus Bill: has your uncle ever said anything specific about Patton? From what I've read & heard about Patton, I have the impression he knew he was just the man to take Berlin & win the war. Probably thought he would be a much better Supreme Allied Commander?? He may have even thought himsel...
- Sun Dec 21, 2008 8:25 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT-History of "Buffalo hunting" books?
- Replies: 16
- Views: 1649
Re: OT-History of "Buffalo hunting" books?
Some have doubts about the accuracy of Frank Mayer's book. A similar thread was once posted on the Shiloh board: " 'The Buffalo Harvest' was published a few years after Mayer’s passing. It was written by Charles B. Roth, the same guy who published 'Hidalgo.' That story has been carefully resear...
- Sun Dec 21, 2008 7:26 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - history - general Patton's death
- Replies: 38
- Views: 4437
Re: OT - history - general Patton's death
"Someone's looking for sensationalism in a book, that's all."
--JustAJeepGuy
You could be very onto something....
--JustAJeepGuy
You could be very onto something....
- Sun Dec 21, 2008 5:34 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Anybody going to the SHOT show?
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2077
Re: Anybody going to the SHOT show?
Scott: I understand what you wrote. If you can ever attend, take advantage of the opportunity. The amount of equipment on dispaly is amazing & you can handle 98% of the displays. But I actually know a few shooting sports enthusiasts who honestly feel "it's not fair" --their exact worde...
- Sun Dec 21, 2008 4:45 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Anybody going to the SHOT show?
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2077
Re: Anybody going to the SHOT show?
I've been to a few NRA shows. I'm not implying or saying NRA shows are not worth attending. No comparison in my mind between the two. The SHOT Show is a trade show catering to the shooting, hunting & outdoor trade. Vendors come from all over the world to sell their wares to buyers & FFL hold...
- Sun Dec 21, 2008 1:56 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Four Gun Rifle Battery, Only Levers need apply, for the U.S.
- Replies: 61
- Views: 7296
Re: Four Gun Rifle Battery, Only Levers need apply, for the U.S.
Easy, & these shooters are in my Armoury Vault: Marlin Cowboy 45 Colt Marlin levers in .35 Rem, .41 Mag., & .45-2.1" (AKA .45-70) Or the Browning 1886 in .45-2.1" Enjoy them all. But I find the Marlin .45-2.1" more "shootable" for me, despite its barrel sight. The Br...
- Sun Dec 21, 2008 1:07 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Anybody going to the SHOT show?
- Replies: 16
- Views: 2077
Re: Anybody going to the SHOT show?
Yes!, a C&R will get you in. That's what I have. I was planning on going, but decided against attending. Checked the airlines & flying from WA to FL would be an almost an all day trip each way. & considering my medical maladies, I opted out. So I'll just wait for the 2010 La$ Vega$ SHOT ...
- Sat Dec 20, 2008 12:28 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT: Still In Service
- Replies: 17
- Views: 1315
Re: OT: Still In Service
If memory serves me correct & pretty certain it does: --India's Rifle Factory Ishapore (RFI) re-designed & fabricated only the No.1 Mk III* Enfield to accommodate the 7.62 NATO round. This “new” rifle is the 2A & the 2A1. In appearance it is very similar to the No 1, Mk III*, originally ...
- Fri Dec 19, 2008 1:45 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT: Still In Service
- Replies: 17
- Views: 1315
Re: OT: Still In Service
junkbug: several of the UK newspapers reported that the Indians were really caught w/ their pants down as the local cops & security forces are woefully under funded & don't have the funds for training, range practice, equipment, etc. Since these reports have not been denied by the Indians, I...
- Fri Dec 19, 2008 1:31 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT - Crazy Weather in Vegas
- Replies: 14
- Views: 1714
Re: OT - Crazy Weather in Vegas
Woow! -- you can loose you butt in La$ Vega$, & freeze it off as well....
- Wed Dec 17, 2008 10:51 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Your favorite Pistol/Revolver?
- Replies: 77
- Views: 7718
Re: Your favorite Pistol/Revolver?
Back in the day when did shoot more pistol & had much better eyes, I always reached for my Smith K38, K22, M15 or M18. Then a Smith M625 3” .45 AutoRim came along. I still shoot them & my Rugers, but I’m leaning more & more to the .22’s as it is still cheaper + no reloading. Just wished ...
- Thu Dec 11, 2008 6:56 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Gun cabinets
- Replies: 9
- Views: 845
Re: Gun cabinets
Looks nice, but when it comes to valuables, my philosophy is you'll keep it if it is out of sight & under lock & key.
I've known a few guys who firearms were stolen. In each cases, they had them on display or told to many people about their "collection"....
I've known a few guys who firearms were stolen. In each cases, they had them on display or told to many people about their "collection"....
- Mon Dec 08, 2008 10:03 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OK, I will ask the question...Your favorite Rifle?
- Replies: 70
- Views: 7209
Re: OK, I will ask the question...Your favorite Rifle?
They're all my favorites, or I would not have them.
But the two I really enjoy are my Ballard #5 Pacific, .45-2.1" (AKA .45-70) & my 23 pound Shiloh - Sharps M1874, .45-2.4" (erroneously AKA .45-90).
But the two I really enjoy are my Ballard #5 Pacific, .45-2.1" (AKA .45-70) & my 23 pound Shiloh - Sharps M1874, .45-2.4" (erroneously AKA .45-90).
- Mon Dec 08, 2008 9:59 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Your CHRISTmas List...
- Replies: 19
- Views: 1953
Re: Your CHRISTmas List...
A safe, speedy, & a positive solution to the nation's economic woes.
A safe tour of duty for my son who is returning to Iraq in Feb for his second tour of duty.
A safe tour of duty for my son who is returning to Iraq in Feb for his second tour of duty.
- Mon Dec 08, 2008 9:57 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: OT Got the Baby Browning
- Replies: 27
- Views: 2049
Re: OT Got the Baby Browning
Nice score & very concealable.
& remember a .25 in the hand is better than a .45 in the safe....
& remember a .25 in the hand is better than a .45 in the safe....
- Mon Dec 08, 2008 9:54 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: What is "accurate" - really
- Replies: 39
- Views: 2799
Re: What is "accurate" - really
I predominantly shoot single shot black powder cartridge rifles w/ a Duplex charge (for fouling control) & plain lead base bullets. Any time any of my rifles shoot 10 consecutive shot groups off the bench @ 1.5 to 2 MOA @ any given day & @ any given range, I feel is accurate enough. A Shoote...
- Sun Dec 07, 2008 9:18 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: How many firearms do you WANT???
- Replies: 24
- Views: 2399
Re: How many firearms do you WANT???
S&W Mod. 24
S&W M15
.50-70 Rolling Block w/ wiping rod.
A side lever Rolling Block or a Hepburn both probably chambered for .45-2.1" (AKA .45-70).
A swivel breech muzzle loader.
S&W M15
.50-70 Rolling Block w/ wiping rod.
A side lever Rolling Block or a Hepburn both probably chambered for .45-2.1" (AKA .45-70).
A swivel breech muzzle loader.
- Mon Dec 01, 2008 11:06 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: TOTALLY (totally, totally) OT - Muzzlestuffers
- Replies: 19
- Views: 3336
Re: TOTALLY (totally, totally) OT - Muzzlestuffers
Advantage: quick, short, & straight ignition. Flame from the cap travels straight up through the nipple & immediately ignites the powder charge. Easy to clean powder residue. W/ a "traditional cap lock" rifle, the flame passes through the nipple then bends around to enter the barre...
- Sun Nov 30, 2008 10:37 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: TOTALLY (totally, totally) OT - Muzzlestuffers
- Replies: 19
- Views: 3336
Re: TOTALLY (totally, totally) OT - Muzzlestuffers
Old Irons: I have neither the skill & the tools to work w/ metal. If you can find a way to do it; do it. We ain’t get any younger -- I’m pushing 63 & am starting to say ”screw it! I want it (or want to do it), so I’m gonna”! About 25 years ago, I had a Hopkins & Allen .58 calibre underha...
- Sun Nov 30, 2008 2:23 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Holiday Shopping Shootout
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1008
Re: Holiday Shopping Shootout
I just love a happy ending.
On the radio news report that I heard, a reporter said that the two were memebrs of rival social groups.
Huh?? rival social groups??
Guess calling them gang members would hurt their self-esteem too much....
On the radio news report that I heard, a reporter said that the two were memebrs of rival social groups.
Huh?? rival social groups??
Guess calling them gang members would hurt their self-esteem too much....