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by COSteve
Mon Jan 11, 2010 2:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Good Morning, Riflemen
Replies: 14
Views: 1539

Re: Good Morning, Riflemen

Sunny here to but cool. I finally went to the range with my Rossis and as usual, had a great time.
by COSteve
Mon Jan 11, 2010 2:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: saddle ring
Replies: 31
Views: 8952

Re: saddle ring

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by COSteve
Sun Jan 10, 2010 10:46 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Opinions wanted on chronographs
Replies: 20
Views: 1270

Re: Opinions wanted on chronographs

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by COSteve
Sun Jan 10, 2010 6:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Chaparral 1876s on CDNN
Replies: 16
Views: 2683

Re: Chaparral 1876s on CDNN

Hobie wrote:
pokey wrote:when i hit your link, they show parts,knives,packs,etc.,

but no firearms, is there a signin or something i'm missing?
Download the catalog. Big PDF file but full of guns.
Problem is now their catalog file is corrupted and you can't download it.
by COSteve
Sun Jan 10, 2010 10:22 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT-exotic/wild pets
Replies: 39
Views: 3087

Re: OT-exotic/wild pets

When I was growing up my uncle decided he wanted an exotic animal so he got an Ocelot kitten. He named it Dynamite because it would 'explode' across the room. First it was on the left, then on the right, never in the middle. Fastest thing I've ever seen. He installed eyebolts in the middle of each r...
by COSteve
Sun Jan 10, 2010 10:02 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Show latest one of my homemade rifles
Replies: 167
Views: 50022

Re: Show latest one of my homemade rifles

That is flat out amazing!
by COSteve
Sat Jan 09, 2010 5:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Way, Way OT - The Recession Isn't Hurting Everyone!
Replies: 20
Views: 1426

Re: Way, Way OT - The Recession Isn't Hurting Everyone!

getitdone1 wrote:And the price?

I notice people keeping some distance from it. Expect that's the smart thing to do.

Don McCullough
I'm betting that the gold plating alone was more than my house cost!!
by COSteve
Sat Jan 09, 2010 2:54 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - grip mystery
Replies: 19
Views: 1069

Re: OT - grip mystery

Ysabel Kid wrote:
Tycer wrote:Nice pair!
The grips... or the girl in the calendar? :wink: :lol:
Are there grips in the first picture??
by COSteve
Sat Jan 09, 2010 2:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Windows 7 GodMode (sorry - that's what it's called)
Replies: 5
Views: 1140

Re: OT - Windows 7 GodMode (sorry - that's what it's called)

Rusty wrote:So what does it do?
Read the link.
by COSteve
Sat Jan 09, 2010 2:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Windows 7 GodMode (sorry - that's what it's called)
Replies: 5
Views: 1140

Re: OT - Windows 7 GodMode (sorry - that's what it's called)

I've got a neighbor who's a Systems Architect at MicroSoft. I copied the OP's post and sent him an email requesting information. My guess is that it's a developers artifact that they discovered.
by COSteve
Sat Jan 09, 2010 2:02 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Uberti brand vs Taylor
Replies: 12
Views: 5129

Re: Uberti brand vs Taylor

If the people who you bought it from won't help you, you could contact our own Nate at Steve's Gunz. He's been working with Chiappa on their rifle and may be able to help.
by COSteve
Sat Jan 09, 2010 1:52 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Loading Trap Door on Ross 92???????
Replies: 13
Views: 612

Re: Loading Trap Door on Ross 92???????

Both of mine are metal with metal springs.
by COSteve
Sat Jan 09, 2010 11:20 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Loading Trap Door on Ross 92???????
Replies: 13
Views: 612

Re: Loading Trap Door on Ross 92???????

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by COSteve
Fri Jan 08, 2010 11:57 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: PO Ackley on the .223 and Black Rifles
Replies: 40
Views: 4147

Re: PO Ackley on the .223 and Black Rifles

My responses were neither a 'rant or a rave'. I produced a thoughtful, considered, evaluation of his words. Dead or not, his opinion on the value of the .223 and AR type weapons were his, and his alone. He didn't speak for the prevailing thoughts at the time he wrote that as you claim but rather aga...
by COSteve
Fri Jan 08, 2010 11:10 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Rossie model 92
Replies: 66
Views: 28266

Re: Rossie model 92

Sarge is correct that the 16" bbl versions take different sights, however, the OP was asking about a 20" carbine and the 45W front sight I have on mine is correct as I stated while the 37W is correct for my 24" oct bbl rifle.
by COSteve
Fri Jan 08, 2010 11:04 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: PO Ackley on the .223 and Black Rifles
Replies: 40
Views: 4147

Re: PO Ackley on the .223 and Black Rifles

Well, I did business with Ackley in face, by phone and letter on several occasions. I always called him Mr. Ackley. There was too much difference in our ages, experience and knowledge for me to call him anything else. Steve... Standing here in the waters of calm reflection and looking in your rear ...
by COSteve
Thu Jan 07, 2010 2:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: PO Ackley on the .223 and Black Rifles
Replies: 40
Views: 4147

Re: PO Ackley on the .223 and Black Rifles

I stand by my statement that he was stupid for making such a biased, fudd like statement. His thesis is bull, his facts are wrong, and his conclusion isn't worth a darn. Opinionated, brilliant, and experienced, it doesn't matter because he knew that his reputation would add weight to a hurtful state...
by COSteve
Thu Jan 07, 2010 10:17 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: PO Ackley on the .223 and Black Rifles
Replies: 40
Views: 4147

Re: PO Ackley on the .223 and Black Rifles

The original M16s came with a 1:14 twist, however, that was soon replaced with a 1:12 twist in the M16A1 to better stabilize the 55grn M193/M196 rounds. Currently, the M16A4/M4A1 family use a 1:7 twist to stabilize both the Belgian-designed 62grn M855/M856 rounds and 77grn M262 rounds currently in u...
by COSteve
Thu Jan 07, 2010 10:03 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .45acp V. .357---Let's Settle This Once and For All
Replies: 93
Views: 4686

Re: .45acp V. .357---Let's Settle This Once and For All

I've noticed that for the most part, this thread has steered itself towards the self defense properties of both calibers. The OP mentioned field use for 4 legged critters too and there I believe that in a pistol, the 357mag has the advantage over the 45acp. Addressing 76/444's comment, I agree that ...
by COSteve
Thu Jan 07, 2010 12:05 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .45acp V. .357---Let's Settle This Once and For All
Replies: 93
Views: 4686

Re: .45acp V. .357---Let's Settle This Once and For All

Just .357 V .45acp :P Just a shot in the dark here Blaine, but were you expecting a higher caliber of discussion? Gotcha... :lol: What a bore..... Shoot! Looks like some are aiming for a roughup! I suggest we target those who want to stir things up. Maybe we should just let them squeeze off a coupl...
by COSteve
Wed Jan 06, 2010 11:57 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: PO Ackley on the .223 and Black Rifles
Replies: 40
Views: 4147

Re: PO Ackley on the .223 and Black Rifles

All - My, what a stir a 40 year old cartridge description created! :oops: Rebutting his statements are important because the anti-gunners are using his words as a 'noted authority' to try and ban ARs and similar weapons. They argue that this class of weapons have no useful purpose except to kill pe...
by COSteve
Wed Jan 06, 2010 10:43 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: PO Ackley on the .223 and Black Rifles
Replies: 40
Views: 4147

Re: PO Ackley on the .223 and Black Rifles

So much for PO Ackley having a clue!! I've heard that he got on his high horse about ARs back when but that's the first time I've ever seen his statements. I've got two ARs and they are a ton of fun to shoot and hunt with and I'm not afraid to show them either. Plus, I don't give a durn if PO likes ...
by COSteve
Wed Jan 06, 2010 4:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: So hows your weather?
Replies: 54
Views: 3319

Re: So hows your weather?

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by COSteve
Tue Jan 05, 2010 5:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Stock Help Please
Replies: 5
Views: 889

Re: Stock Help Please

They make them specially for Rossis.
by COSteve
Tue Jan 05, 2010 4:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New Auction Place?
Replies: 4
Views: 506

Re: New Auction Place?

They all seem a bit too proud ($$) of their offerings!!
by COSteve
Tue Jan 05, 2010 4:09 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: best non-optical sighting solution
Replies: 21
Views: 2684

Re: best non-optical sighting solution

I've got a Marbles tang mount on my 357 and a Williams receiver mount on my little Henry 22lr. Both do well if you keep your eyes as close to the aperture as you can. That way your depth of field is greater than with a regular rear sight.
by COSteve
Tue Jan 05, 2010 4:06 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .45acp V. .357---Let's Settle This Once and For All
Replies: 93
Views: 4686

Re: .45acp V. .357---Let's Settle This Once and For All

Rimfire McNutjob wrote:
COSteve wrote:... fire breathing 10mm over either ...
And so the metric system has entered what was once an American argument. Back over the big pond with you. :wink:
Yep, I thought it was time for a bit of stirring . . . . . . . .
by COSteve
Tue Jan 05, 2010 3:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: .45acp V. .357---Let's Settle This Once and For All
Replies: 93
Views: 4686

Re: .45acp V. .357---Let's Settle This Once and For All

While I agree on the 357mag in a carbine, my understanding of the 45acp for 4 legged animals is that it leaves something to be desired. That said, I'd pack my custom 6" slide and bbl G20L with 17+1 rds of fire breathing 10mm over either my 6" G21L with 14+1 rds of 45acp+P or any 6" bb...
by COSteve
Sun Dec 27, 2009 6:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How strong are the '73's?
Replies: 60
Views: 4854

Re: How strong are the '73's?

I guess I was sorta right for the wrong reason. :lol:
by COSteve
Sun Dec 27, 2009 6:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How strong are the '73's?
Replies: 60
Views: 4854

Re: How strong are the '73's?

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by COSteve
Sun Dec 27, 2009 4:33 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How strong are the '73's?
Replies: 60
Views: 4854

Re: How strong are the '73's?

The basic design of the action (toggle link) just isn't strong enough to take a round like the 357mag. The 44-40 is a low pressure cartridge that wasn't introduced until they released the newer, stronger model 92. That round has nowhere near the bolt thrust of a 357mag. I understand that with today'...
by COSteve
Sun Dec 27, 2009 11:28 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT- Opinions on the 6.5 Creedmoor
Replies: 16
Views: 1300

Re: OT- Opinions on the 6.5 Creedmoor

Of note, the 6.5 Creedmoor is one of the calibers that Hornady is producing in their new Superformance™ brand ammunition in both a 120grn GMX and 129grn SST bullet. 3,000fps! Now that's Performance!!
by COSteve
Sun Dec 27, 2009 12:48 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Uberti 1873 half Oct/half round
Replies: 4
Views: 422

Re: Uberti 1873 half Oct/half round

A friend has a 19" bbl'd one in 38spl and really likes it for CAS. He added the Gen III action kit and it runs very well for him.
by COSteve
Fri Dec 25, 2009 1:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: How do you set up for load testing? Pictures?
Replies: 14
Views: 664

Re: How do you set up for load testing? Pictures?

Looks pretty much like what I do, however, I don't have any pictures either. I see what looks like the power cord for your remote readout but I don't see one on the bench? Also, what range are your targets at? I've tried 50yds and 100yds and I can't decide which I like better. BTW, here in CO, we do...
by COSteve
Fri Dec 25, 2009 10:36 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: california passes ammo registeration law
Replies: 42
Views: 5228

Re: california passes ammo registeration law

Hey guys, don't be so hard on them. California's a great place . . . . . . . . . to be from !! :mrgreen: Seriouisly, I think KirkD is spot on. The cost they'll incur to accomplish nothing will be enormous, the impact on the industry will be profound, and California will sink further and further into...
by COSteve
Thu Dec 24, 2009 3:04 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Hi Point handguns
Replies: 32
Views: 3300

Re: OT - Hi Point handguns

Make no mistake, the carbine ain't no fine piece of hardware. Its clunky and basic, the trigger is 'interesting', and the mags only hold 10 rds. That said, it is accurate enough at 100yds for a pistol round and it does go bang every time you pull the trigger. Like I said, I got it for my son when he...
by COSteve
Thu Dec 24, 2009 10:59 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: OT - Hi Point handguns
Replies: 32
Views: 3300

Re: OT - Hi Point handguns

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by COSteve
Wed Dec 23, 2009 9:42 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Photo of rifles that are generations apart.
Replies: 17
Views: 1750

Re: Photo of rifles that are generations apart.

And a "proper" carbine lineup would show a Krag cavalry carbine, or a Springfield Trapdoor.... I stated that my three were examples of the the progress. In my original post, I stated that they do not represent the complete evolution of the carbine over the last 100 yrs but simply represen...