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by BenT
Tue Apr 14, 2020 7:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Having to log in every time you visit?
Replies: 53
Views: 7141

Re: Having to log in every time you visit?

Deleting the bookmark and adding it again after logging in worked.
by BenT
Wed Apr 01, 2020 7:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: One More For The Stable; 1895 Winchester 38-72
Replies: 16
Views: 2740

Re: One More For The Stable; 1895 Winchester 38-72

Nice find. The condition looks the same as mine in 35 Win. The 1895s are my favorites. Much better balanced to carry than the 1886.
by BenT
Wed Apr 01, 2020 7:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Just a sittin here and browsing for my next gun. need advice
Replies: 22
Views: 2685

Re: Just a sittin here and browsing for my next gun. need advice

I have been shooting my 22/45 with the heavy barrel for over a decade. It is very accurate and reliable. I can put any 1911 grips on mine. I use the pachmyers.
by BenT
Mon Mar 30, 2020 8:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy 13th Birthday, Leverguns Community!
Replies: 17
Views: 2460

Re: Happy 13th Birthday, Leverguns Community!

This is the first site I ever became a member of. I remeber that I was in Virginia for three weeks for work. Sitting in the hotel room one night and ran across this site and I thought wow here is a bunch of Levergun throw backs like myself. It was very refreshing. I have learned a lot on this site.
by BenT
Tue Mar 24, 2020 7:41 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What happens during LockDown at my house
Replies: 21
Views: 4118

Re: What happens during LockDown at my house

Loaded 500 rounds of 32 H&R last night and I think I might actually finish restocking the 99 savage.Been putting a thin coat of Linseed oil on everynight and letting it sit by the wood stove. Social distancing comes natural for me. Spent Sunday afternoon cutting firewood.
by BenT
Tue Mar 17, 2020 8:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: BLR problems
Replies: 20
Views: 3524

Re: BLR problems

I have had 3 of them in three different calibers and never had any problems with them. I still have my 308 and it is one of my favorite leverguns
by BenT
Tue Mar 17, 2020 8:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Owl moved in the house we made
Replies: 71
Views: 6325

Re: Owl moved in the house we made

We have one in our wood duck house. The wife went up the tree to clean it out and the little guy was crouched in the corner trying to figure out what was going on.
by BenT
Mon Mar 16, 2020 8:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How Do You Burn Through Most Of Your .22 Rimfire?
Replies: 23
Views: 3499

Re: How Do You Burn Through Most Of Your .22 Rimfire?

Ruger 96 is the Starling gun next to the deck door. Plinking is done with Ruger 22/45 and Marlin model 39. I have plenty more to shoot but those are the go to guns.
by BenT
Sat Feb 15, 2020 10:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What do you guys that have Ultrasonic cleaners
Replies: 16
Views: 2588

Re: What do you guys that have Ultrasonic cleaners

Simple Green and hot water in a Hornady sonic cleaner is what I use for cleaning gun parts
by BenT
Mon Feb 10, 2020 8:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Does anyone here know how to work on BLRs - Trigger job
Replies: 11
Views: 2225

Re: Does anyone here know how to work on BLRs - Trigger job

You don't need to take the bolt out to work on the trigger. I just replaced the trigger return spring with a lighter one and dropped the trigger pull by 2 .5 pounds. They use a very heavy spring to push the trigger forward for reset. I beleive I had to remove the rear pin in the receiver. Which has ...
by BenT
Fri Feb 07, 2020 8:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Winchester conversion
Replies: 11
Views: 2963

Re: Winchester conversion

I would look into necking up a 307 , 356 case to 375. It should fuction through a 94 action.
by BenT
Fri Feb 07, 2020 2:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Done
Replies: 10
Views: 779

Re: What's In a Name?

Corona virus is always served with Lyme disease! :D
by BenT
Thu Feb 06, 2020 7:54 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Haven Winchester 94 450 Marlin problems
Replies: 10
Views: 2542

Re: New Haven Winchester 94 450 Marlin problems

Pull the tips off the bullets and try it. Take the bolt out and play with different angles of the carrier. It might be lifting the cartridge too high or not high enough. Its a fat cartridge so the angle has to correct to enter the chamber.
by BenT
Tue Feb 04, 2020 10:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hunting in decline ?
Replies: 17
Views: 2530

Re: Hunting in decline ?

I have always had my land open to young hunters. Right now my wifes coworker husband and son were hunting public land with out much luck. I invited them to hunt my land and the boy hunted everyday and shot a 4 point buck and doe. Very excited for him. As far as hunting my daughter had this same prob...
by BenT
Mon Feb 03, 2020 8:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: I bought 3 BLRs
Replies: 8
Views: 1446

Re: I bought 3 BLRs

My model 81 in 308 likes Rem 150 grain core locks.
by BenT
Tue Jan 14, 2020 8:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Barrel diameter for 38-55 rebore
Replies: 9
Views: 1724

Re: Barrel diameter for 38-55 rebore

The 375 barrel I have has front ramp sight not a dove tail, so that might be a better option. I beleive Jes can cut you dove tail for the forend cap.
by BenT
Mon Jan 13, 2020 8:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Barrel diameter for 38-55 rebore
Replies: 9
Views: 1724

Re: Barrel diameter for 38-55 rebore

The Win 94 BB 375 barrel measures .610 at the muzzle. So this shouldn't be a problem boring out to 38-55. It has a barrel band so it doesn't have the holes for the forend cap.
by BenT
Thu Nov 28, 2019 9:10 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Remembering Mike D.
Replies: 5
Views: 883

Re: Remembering Mike D.

Hats off to Mike D. He was a great guy. I am glad he shared his time with us.
by BenT
Wed Nov 20, 2019 9:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: For those curious about the 350 Legend....
Replies: 35
Views: 3595

Re: For those curious about the 350 Legend....

I bought a 350 Legend upper from Bear Creek Arsenal for $225 for a winter AR build project. At that price I can play with it this winter and see how it performs.
by BenT
Tue Nov 12, 2019 9:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Advice request
Replies: 21
Views: 1940

Re: Advice request

The Ruger PC carbine comes with a second magwell that fits Glock mags, so if he likes Glocks. The standand mag well accepts SR9 mags and I believe the Security 9. I have a SR9 that is one of the reason I bought the PC carbine. But I really like the PC carbine and recommend it to anyone. Plus they ha...
by BenT
Thu Nov 07, 2019 7:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Mule Deer With An Original 1894 Takedown 32-40
Replies: 30
Views: 3195

Re: Mule Deer With An Original 1894 Takedown 32-40

Nothing better than putting the sneak on a buck. It's a great feeling. Great picture and story.
by BenT
Thu Oct 24, 2019 7:40 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: trail cam question
Replies: 11
Views: 1182

Re: trail cam question

I have Moultrie. They can be had starting at $50. I have used them for over a dozen years. The first one I had, the display went blank after 4 years. I sent it in and they sent me a brand new one of the current model as a replacement. So they stood behind their product and I have been buying them ev...
by BenT
Sun Oct 06, 2019 8:52 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 32-20 pistol ballistics
Replies: 12
Views: 1833

Re: 32-20 pistol ballistics

I use AA5 in all my standard pressure 32 caliber loads. 32 ACP, SW long,H&R, 327 Fed. For the 32-20 - 4.5 to 5.5 grains of AA5 with 115 gr bullet is a pleasant load. The accuracy is good ,nothing awesome, good for plinking. I will be trying Six's load of 4 grains of Unique and compare accuracy. ...
by BenT
Sat Oct 05, 2019 12:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .32 Associates.......
Replies: 52
Views: 7482

Re: .32 Associates.......

Like 2ndovc I picked up one of the Berretta model 81s that are coming in from Italy right now. Gander Outdoors has them for $220. What a nice solid little gun for that price. Fun to shoot. Found a used leather holster at the gunshop for $12 that fits perfect. I will use this as a woods walking gun f...
by BenT
Wed Sep 18, 2019 8:51 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Today (9/18/2019) is PACO'S BIRTHDAY!
Replies: 21
Views: 2795

Re: Today (9/18/2019) is PACO'S BIRTHDAY!

Happy Birthday Paco! Thanks for this website to prove that there are other people out there that like leverguns! I think I found this site in 2004 or 2005.
by BenT
Wed Sep 18, 2019 8:48 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Wyoming Speed Goat
Replies: 8
Views: 2222

Re: Wyoming Speed Goat

You could of at least crawled up the hill so it felt like you were hunting. :D
The next hunt out west I plan on doing is for antelope in Wyoming, never have done it. I just can't get any of my friends interested in going.
by BenT
Mon Sep 09, 2019 7:35 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .32 Associates.......
Replies: 52
Views: 7482

Re: .32 Associates.......

I am a32 addict, I am thinking about adding a single six with a Bisley grip. Ruger single six 32 H&R Ruger single seven Ruger Blackhawk 327 S&W Hand ejector 32-20 CZ 50 32 ACP Savage 1907 32 ACP H&R self loader 32 ACP H&R 32 long Henry 327 Marlin 94 32-20 (2) Win 94 32 special Muzzle...
by BenT
Sat Aug 31, 2019 7:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy Birthday GameKeeper.
Replies: 12
Views: 1400

Happy Birthday GameKeeper.

Happy Birthday GameKeeper and the rest of you Gentlemen. I hope you enjoy your day!
by BenT
Fri Aug 23, 2019 8:20 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Happy Birthday Ben T.
Replies: 4
Views: 394

Re: Happy Birthday Ben T.

Got the day off. Going to do a little fishing this morning. This afternoon maybe stop by a couple gunshops and talk stupid, or smart depends on how you look at it.
by BenT
Wed Aug 07, 2019 8:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Questions About DSL Internet
Replies: 7
Views: 1124

Re: Questions About DSL Internet

I get about 8 MPs on my DSL. Netflix and Amazon works just fine because the way they compress the files. Live streaming something on the internet can sometimes have an issue.
by BenT
Wed Jul 31, 2019 9:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hunting From a Canoe
Replies: 39
Views: 4466

Re: Hunting From a Canoe

Great pics. My friend and I will float a river during deer hunting. When we come to a horse shoe bend, one of us will get out and walk across the point and try to kick out a deer to the person in the canoe as they round the bend. I use a Win 94 Wrangler in 32 special with a saddle ring sling when we...
by BenT
Sun Jul 28, 2019 7:27 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: For my fellow boaters. New pictures.
Replies: 20
Views: 2309

Re: For my fellow boaters. New pictures.

Looks like it needs a little freshing up , perfect to keep your Dad busy.
by BenT
Sat Jul 27, 2019 7:39 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Model 39 Skunk Gun
Replies: 9
Views: 1330

Re: Model 39 Skunk Gun

For skunks I use a shotgun. Shoot them in the head and then shoot'em again. Then you got about 10 minutes to dig a hole before they start releasing their perfume. The key is to kill them right away so they don't flop around and spray.
by BenT
Thu Jul 25, 2019 8:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: For my fellow boaters. New pictures.
Replies: 20
Views: 2309

Re: What a weird summer! For my fellow boaters.

Spend a lot of time on a 29 foot C&C in my twenties. Never sailed the carribean. My friend got his licensing so we could rent a boat in the Keys, but he got married and it never happened. Have fun with it!
by BenT
Mon Jul 08, 2019 9:03 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Speaking Of Motorcycles.....
Replies: 17
Views: 1301

Re: Speaking Of Motorcycles.....

Good choice! My friends father road that bike until he passed away at 90 years old. He had a Honda trike before the CanAm. But it wass the Can ams power steering that kept him riding. You don't think about it but the trike took to much arm strength to turn it around in parking lots. I know you have ...
by BenT
Sun Jun 30, 2019 9:17 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Remington 740
Replies: 21
Views: 5898

Re: Remington 740

I have my fathers 742 in 30-06. The first deer I seen shot was my Dad with that gun. We were party hunting and walking out to do a drive. I was about 8 years old. I was following him as we walked past a big log and a doe jumped up and took off. My dad took a shot and dropped it. It happened so fast....
by BenT
Mon Jun 17, 2019 8:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: CWD risk isn't going away
Replies: 12
Views: 2589

Re: CWD risk isn't going away

Dealing with CWD in Wisconsin since 2002. Been eating deer the whole time. I am not sure how bad it is for the deer population. I think the DNR allowing you to shoot as many deer as you wanted in the southern part of state affected the population more. CWD has still contuinued to spread.
by BenT
Sun May 26, 2019 8:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Thougts on the 350 Legend?
Replies: 17
Views: 2420

Re: Thougts on the 350 Legend?

I have 2 Rossi leverguns in .357 Mag and love them as my 158grn handloads chrono at 1,952fps in my 20" carbine and 2,005fps in my 24" rifle. I also have a Mini-14 that's a blast to shoot as well and I'd love to see a Mini 350. I think it would be a great item for deer, coyotes, and hogs a...
by BenT
Mon May 06, 2019 8:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Get your stuff off PhotoBucket....
Replies: 9
Views: 1537

Re: Get your stuff off PhotoBucket....

How do you get copies back off the site?
by BenT
Sat Apr 13, 2019 8:58 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Rise of Skywalker
Replies: 18
Views: 1943

Re: The Rise of Skywalker

I see all the Star Wars and Marvel movies with my kids. Started when they were young and still do it as adults. Family time so the quality of the movie doesn't matter. I find them enertaining and will be seeing the new Avengers next weekend.
by BenT
Tue Apr 09, 2019 8:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Any love for the Browning BLR?
Replies: 22
Views: 2318

Re: Any love for the Browning BLR?

The BLR in 308 with straight stock is closest thing to carrying a Win 94 or Marlin 336 in 30-30. The weight and balance is excellent. I have had many BLRs in magnum calibers and other long action claibers. The long actions feels like a full size rifle. But the short actions with 20 inch barrels feel...
by BenT
Thu Feb 14, 2019 11:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How About a Model 94 Chambered in Winchester's New 350 Legend?
Replies: 13
Views: 2746

Re: How About a Model 94 Chambered in Winchester's New 350 Legend?

350 in a Ruger MIni 14 would work as a nice woods rifle for deer hunting.
by BenT
Fri Feb 01, 2019 7:23 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .... soooooooooo cold
Replies: 18
Views: 2319

Re: .... soooooooooo cold

-40 yesterday and it will be +40 on Sunday. Need to get the shorts out.
by BenT
Fri Jan 25, 2019 8:47 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 350 Winchester Legend
Replies: 16
Views: 2605

Re: 350 Winchester Legend

. Ben, with all due respect :) , there's already a discussion here about the new cartridge: https://www.levergunscommunity.org/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=73179 . I was eating my cheerios before going to work, skimming the topics and that one didn't pop out. Which suprised me because if it isn't being ...
by BenT
Thu Jan 24, 2019 7:46 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 350 Winchester Legend
Replies: 16
Views: 2605

350 Winchester Legend

I see Winchester has announced a new cartridge. The 350 Winchester Legend. Based on the 223 case , straight walled with a .355 diameter bullet. It will be a good option for hunting in certain states that require straight walled cartidges. I am just interested because of reloading 351 Winchester. I u...
by BenT
Tue Jan 22, 2019 7:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Did you here the one about the 59 year old college student?
Replies: 21
Views: 3216

Re: Did you here the one about the 59 year old college student?

Are you a trend setter on campus with your Hawaiian shorts and cowboy boots? :D

You will get through English, just write about what you are passionate about.You have have a lifetime of knowledge in your brain on subjects you like, no reseach needed.
Good Luck!
by BenT
Mon Jan 07, 2019 8:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 6.5 Creedmoor in Lever Action
Replies: 27
Views: 4452

Re: 6.5 Creedmoor in Lever Action

I prefer one in 260 also. But a 6.5 levergun sounds like fun for antelope. So I will probably have to put one on the list. When they did a questionaire last year I requested 260 or 6.5 Creedmoore for a new cartridge option.
by BenT
Mon Dec 24, 2018 10:10 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Marlin 35 makes meat in Michigan
Replies: 9
Views: 1208

Re: Marlin 35 makes meat in Michigan

NIce!. Meat in the freezer. I wasn't able to get a deer with my Marlin 35 this last deer season. I just picked it up in July and was the first hunt with it.
by BenT
Sun Dec 02, 2018 10:55 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Levergun in 223....American-Made....
Replies: 9
Views: 1031

Re: Levergun in 223....American-Made....

They are made down the road and I have talked to people that work there. They do have other calibers in the works. I will buy one when they come out with one in 260 rem or 6.5 creedmore. Henrys are not cheap, you have to really want one. I filled out a Henry survey earlier this year and one of the q...