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by .45colt
Wed Feb 10, 2010 9:37 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: new guy...howdy
Replies: 21
Views: 2428

Re: new guy...howdy

Welcome Mike.Pull up a chair an stay awhile. there is an amazing group of Great People here.Good Company.
by .45colt
Wed Feb 10, 2010 8:59 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayer Request For Me and Mine
Replies: 45
Views: 4187

Re: Prayer Request For Me and Mine

Prayers Sent.
by .45colt
Mon Feb 08, 2010 4:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: marlin 44
Replies: 30
Views: 3063

Re: marlin 44

I sure hope You buy the darn thing.I would.
by .45colt
Mon Feb 08, 2010 4:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin or BLR?
Replies: 41
Views: 4660

Re: Marlin or BLR?

I now have three Marlin's,a 32-20, a 30-30 and a 1895 45-70. want to mount a reciver sight? about 10 minutes. not much more for a scope. two of mine came from the factory with studs installed for a sling.want to clean it? easy to remove the bolt. now that Remington is loading core loct ammo for the ...
by .45colt
Fri Feb 05, 2010 6:01 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1892 45 Colt/454 Casull
Replies: 7
Views: 3354

Re: 1892 45 Colt/454 Casull

Yep after shootin a bunch of Paco's top end loads thru my Win 94 .45colt I started to feel sumpthin. Thanks Terry for puttin a name to it."WHALED UPON BY MOHAMMED ALI ". God help Me if it was a .454. :) .
by .45colt
Wed Feb 03, 2010 11:11 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: tube explosion .44 magnum levergun!
Replies: 40
Views: 4869

Re: tube explosion .44 magnum levergun!

Wow, that Shooter was very fortunate.thank's for posting this. accidents can and do happen.
by .45colt
Wed Feb 03, 2010 10:56 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New 250 grain Core-Lokt 338 Marlin load from Remington...
Replies: 12
Views: 2730

Re: New 250 grain Core-Lokt 338 Marlin load from Remington...

Oh Boy,I better start saving some money. :D .
by .45colt
Tue Feb 02, 2010 11:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Pedersoli's new M71 but in 45-70
Replies: 66
Views: 8850

Re: Pedersoli's new M71 but in 45-70

Kirk, Here is what it would look like, just need it in 45-70. Turnbull does it ALL :) .
http://www.turnbullrestoration.com/store.asp?pid=28214
by .45colt
Mon Feb 01, 2010 5:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Pedersoli's new M71 but in 45-70
Replies: 66
Views: 8850

Re: Pedersoli's new M71 but in 45-70

The owners of Win-Usrac-Olin or whoever it is now just don't care. I don't shoot Cowboy Action but anyone can see there was a fortune waiting for them with the "NAME" on their rifles in Sass. whoever owns Winchester now won't see any of My money. but Pedersoli and Uberti will.
by .45colt
Mon Feb 01, 2010 5:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 32-20 – Yessirree!
Replies: 14
Views: 1329

Re: 32-20 – Yessirree!

Good Deal, that rifle is a twin of Mine made in 1989. It begs to be carried. :wink: .
by .45colt
Mon Feb 01, 2010 4:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 500 S&W as a base for Wildcats
Replies: 10
Views: 780

Re: 500 S&W as a base for Wildcats

Yep and I bet they would look just like them fat little super short magnums.I want one in .32 :) .
by .45colt
Sun Jan 31, 2010 2:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1883 Burgess?
Replies: 8
Views: 921

Re: 1883 Burgess?

O.S. did You watch the video on that link? it explaines alot about the Burgess. I think it's a beaut. :D .
by .45colt
Sun Jan 31, 2010 1:07 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: This must be one special Uberti.
Replies: 8
Views: 979

Re: This must be one special Uberti.

That's funny.someone needs to count. too many 9's.
by .45colt
Sun Jan 31, 2010 1:05 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Model 94 article
Replies: 17
Views: 1778

Re: New Model 94 article

After seeing the post about the new Pedersoli 71/86 it looks like there are people listening to what is wanted in the marketplace. I sure don't want a fancy 94 with a rebounding hammer. :x .
by .45colt
Sun Jan 31, 2010 12:57 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayer Request.
Replies: 49
Views: 3311

Re: Prayer Request.

Prayers Sent.
by .45colt
Sun Jan 31, 2010 12:52 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Pedersoli's new M71 but in 45-70
Replies: 66
Views: 8850

Re: Pedersoli's new M71 but in 45-70

Wow,That's a beaut! Thank You Steve. Did You ever Hear back from EMF about them Yet? just last week I contacted Turnbull's about converting an '86 extra-lite to get rid of the rebounding hammer and saftey. no need to go that way now. wonder when these will be available?.
by .45colt
Fri Jan 29, 2010 5:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Big Horn Armory .500 S&W carbine
Replies: 40
Views: 12395

Re: Big Horn Armory .500 S&W carbine

Steve,Thanks for the reply. That one will be on My list.
by .45colt
Fri Jan 29, 2010 4:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Big Horn Armory .500 S&W carbine
Replies: 40
Views: 12395

Re: Big Horn Armory .500 S&W carbine

Steve Wrote:Jeff, Did you get a chance to look at Pedersoli's Model 71 remake. I was going to post on it here but i could find anything on-line about it. I had a brochure on it that i can't seem to find now. Basically it's a 71 configured 86, short mag pistol grip, IIRC it was Half&half round/oc...
by .45colt
Wed Jan 27, 2010 3:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Pending Ice Storm Doom
Replies: 28
Views: 1621

Re: OT - Pending Ice Storm Doom

My thoughts and prayers are with You. We have had several ice storms here in Ohio in the last 20 years. very hard on everything.
by .45colt
Wed Jan 27, 2010 9:24 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Why my recent absence...
Replies: 87
Views: 6501

Re: Why my recent absence...

Prayers Sent Hobie. God Bless.
by .45colt
Mon Jan 25, 2010 4:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: You HAVE to hear THIS!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Replies: 16
Views: 1160

Re: You HAVE to hear THIS!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Seems like I can hardly hear that song and Smoke gets in My Eyes..................................Thanks.
by .45colt
Mon Jan 25, 2010 3:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 45/70 Data in 45/60
Replies: 17
Views: 5823

Re: 45/70 Data in 45/60

Dingelfutz,welcome to the fire.pull up a chair. Terry always Hollers and some of the others here have strong opinions but it's usually for a reason. these Guys know their stuff and if not will point You in the right direction. :) .
by .45colt
Mon Jan 25, 2010 3:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-I sharpened a knife today
Replies: 28
Views: 2113

Re: OT-I sharpened a knife today

Chas,the Forschner knives made in Switzerland are very good. they are not "custom" or "miracle" knives but with care will stay sharp for along time. treat them right and like any other tool they will perform. I highly recommend a butchers steel, or one of the diamond coated steel...
by .45colt
Sat Jan 23, 2010 7:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: So who s buying a Uberti Burgess
Replies: 11
Views: 1109

Re: So who s buying a Uberti Burgess

WHEW.................................... :o Thanks Buck, First Terry now You. That leaves at least two left for when I find the Gold Bars. :D .
by .45colt
Sat Jan 23, 2010 5:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester brings back the model 94
Replies: 21
Views: 2357

Re: Winchester brings back the model 94

We can't blame the Girly Men at USRAC-Winchester or whoever else they may call themselver if people line up to buy that junk. We all know what P.T. Barnum said.
by .45colt
Sat Jan 23, 2010 5:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: So who s buying a Uberti Burgess
Replies: 11
Views: 1109

Re: So who s buying a Uberti Burgess

From what I have seen the Burgess is one fine looking lever. I have had an interest for about a year now and am waiting for some range reports. the original Burgess had a weak spot in the fore end wood where the magazine lay under it. almost all the original's I have seen for sale were broken just a...
by .45colt
Sat Jan 23, 2010 4:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Colt Burgess levers: How does the action function?
Replies: 12
Views: 1136

Re: Colt Burgess levers: How does the action function?

Joe, about a year ago one of the Members on Cascity posted about the New Burgess. I inquired about the action and Abiline I think posted that information.
http://www.cascity.com/forumhall/index. ... ic=24131.0
by .45colt
Wed Jan 20, 2010 10:54 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Colt Burgess from Uberti
Replies: 34
Views: 3870

Re: Colt Burgess from Uberti

Looking at the site again this morning at least Uberti did fit the '73 .44 mag with a shotgun style butt. with the drop in the stock of a '73 and a 19" barrel it will be allot of fun to shoot on a summer day with a t shirt on. :o . one of the Members over at cascity has taken delivery of a Burg...
by .45colt
Tue Jan 19, 2010 11:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Colt Burgess from Uberti
Replies: 34
Views: 3870

Re: Colt Burgess from Uberti

I really like the look of the Burgess,but the real thing of interest is a '73 in .44 mag? How in the world are they pulling this off?
by .45colt
Tue Jan 19, 2010 9:21 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: I know, sorry bout this - fan blade ballancing
Replies: 15
Views: 1423

Re: OT: I know, sorry bout this - fan blade ballancing

Once You get it right these old fans are too cool 8) . We have a big black Emerson from the '40's that came out of My Grandmothers house. 4 speed, gear driven and weighs about 25lbs. it really move some air.
by .45colt
Mon Jan 18, 2010 8:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Current Marlin quality: Your experiences?
Replies: 21
Views: 2729

Re: Current Marlin quality: Your experiences?

As i related last year I won a 1895 45-70 that had a chip out of the stock up near the right tang. I called Marlin and a very professional Lady took all my information. five days later a new very nice butt stock arrived at My door. :o . I called the day I got it home, I hadn't sent the warranty card...
by .45colt
Mon Jan 18, 2010 4:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Beginning to get sick over the Taylor's & Company rifle
Replies: 84
Views: 14600

Re: Beginning to get sick over the Taylor's & Company rifle

You Sir are a far better Man than I. I have worked in customer service for 37 years. Taylor's long ago owed You an apology and a refund. They won't be getting any of My hard earned $$$. What a bunch of C**P.
by .45colt
Mon Jan 18, 2010 3:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Indians, and other tough people of the past.
Replies: 38
Views: 2971

Re: OT - Indians, and other tough people of the past.

My family as a whole was either farmers or laborers,hard working people. I could fill the page but My favorite story is that My Dad quit school at 14, and went to work 10 hours a day for six years digging ditches pick and shovel. When WW2 broke out it wasn't long before Dad was in the Army. He went ...
by .45colt
Mon Jan 18, 2010 3:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: HOLE IN THE WALL GANG / Whiskey Bottle / Token
Replies: 18
Views: 944

Re: HOLE IN THE WALL GANG / Whiskey Bottle / Token

Wow,All I can say is that after Ten Years...I Love this Place. And I like whiskey. :)
by .45colt
Sun Jan 17, 2010 7:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Jeff Stamper has passed
Replies: 25
Views: 1500

Re: Jeff Stamper has passed

Done.
by .45colt
Wed Jan 13, 2010 4:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Price check please
Replies: 6
Views: 589

Re: Price check please

Wow, I took off them earmuffs.. :) .
by .45colt
Wed Jan 06, 2010 4:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: MI Poachers Camp ?
Replies: 21
Views: 2093

Re: OT: MI Poachers Camp

When Did this Happen? I live in northeast Ohio and just came in from pulling snow off of My roof. They should be buried in snow in Michigan...................................................... These poachers probably supply Hi-End restaurants with venison. years ago I and a family member who had a ...
by .45colt
Tue Jan 05, 2010 10:11 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 40 Caliber Volcanic Rifle,
Replies: 235
Views: 66986

Re: 40 Caliber Volcanic Rifle,

WOW,this is really unbelievable. I am in awe. Thanks Again for the pictures.
:D :D :D :D :D .
by .45colt
Sun Jan 03, 2010 4:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The #1 gun to make again
Replies: 55
Views: 5118

Re: The #1 gun to make again

A REAL Model '86 Lightweight 45-70, that's All Folks.
by .45colt
Fri Jan 01, 2010 10:36 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-Colt SAA on Gunbroker, why so expensive?
Replies: 26
Views: 2568

Re: OT-Colt SAA on Gunbroker, why so expensive?

Usually this stuff is described as "rare" or a story of how Grama robbed a bank or sumthen. :o .
by .45colt
Fri Jan 01, 2010 10:32 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: My new boots, made in 1956
Replies: 25
Views: 1426

Re: OT: My new boots, made in 1956

I have a pair of Sorels I bought in 1977 for around $50. they don't look pretty but still work and keep My feet warm.
by .45colt
Wed Dec 30, 2009 4:30 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New, Colt Burgess lever gun from Uberti
Replies: 17
Views: 2283

Re: New, Colt Burgess lever gun from Uberti

This thread has been over at CasCity for about a year. "Sweetwater Jack" has taken delivery of a Burgess in 44-40. I'm sure it won't be long before a complete report will be posted.http://www.cascity.com/forumhall/index. ... c=24131.20
by .45colt
Tue Dec 29, 2009 11:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Roofing lead roll
Replies: 4
Views: 704

Re: Roofing lead roll

Yep if You know someone in construction it pays to buy Them a Beer now and then. An extended Family member was working on a crew at a local hospital. called Me up to come get some lead from an x-ray room tearout. I now have 470lb of lead waiting for some attention. :o . It should Keep Me busy.
by .45colt
Tue Dec 29, 2009 8:53 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Prayers for txpete's Mom
Replies: 59
Views: 3172

Re: Prayers for txpete's Mom

Prayers Sent.
by .45colt
Mon Dec 28, 2009 11:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Goodbye to my beloved wife
Replies: 77
Views: 8107

Re: Goodbye to my beloved wife

Prayers Sent.
by .45colt
Fri Dec 25, 2009 12:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT: Bob Howard dead today
Replies: 13
Views: 1304

Re: OT: Bob Howard dead today

I watched in AWE the other nite at a small clip about Him on the NBC evening news. And the thought struck Me how sad that this true Hero gets maybe three minutes on the news while the average spoiled A$$h*** athlete in this country goes ashtray or stubs his toe we get an all out media blitz............
by .45colt
Fri Dec 25, 2009 12:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 40 Caliber Volcanic Rifle,
Replies: 235
Views: 66986

Re: 40 Caliber Volcanic Rifle,

Charlie, A big Thanks for this post and Great pictures of Your Work. Merry Christmas from Ohio.
by .45colt
Tue Dec 22, 2009 9:52 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 32-20 loads?
Replies: 10
Views: 1636

Re: 32-20 loads?

In My Marlin CL, 115gr Lazercast over 10 gr of 2400 go thru the Chrony about 1750fps. Hornady 100gr XTP's over 14.5gr of H110 run around 2100fps. I have loaded the Lazercast with 7625 from 800-1300fps. these two bullets would do anything I would want from the 32-20. this rifle is a favorite of Mine.