Forum: The 1911 Forum
03-21-2010, 07:27 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,169
Re: Steel, Ivory, and Leather....
A larger version where you can see Ken Null's holster better. This is horsehide leather, the only thing he uses. I have a belt made by him along with two other holsters for other guns. Everything...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
03-21-2010, 07:22 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,169
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
03-20-2010, 09:29 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,169
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
03-20-2010, 09:20 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,169
Steel, Ivory, and Leather....
Guys,
I must admit I am going to brag a bit here, but the other side of this coin is I need to highlight a couple of vendors who do magnificent work. One of whom is a frequent poster on this...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
08-11-2009, 08:48 PM
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Replies: 482
Views: 83,076
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Forum: Competition Shooting Forum
07-05-2009, 02:04 PM
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Replies: 142
Views: 26,864
Re: Blaser R93 LRS2 groups well.
What is the contact info for these folks? I have a original LRS. (Does that make it an LRS1? :)
Its in .308 with a Leupold 3x10.5 M1 with the BDC. Its a great shooter for me with 168gr...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
06-09-2009, 11:33 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,451
Re: MSAR STG556
Thanks again - have you shot the AUG with its optic, or any aftermarket optics? The shop that has these MSARs only have the models with rails - optics are an "option." Silly....
I figured to...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
06-08-2009, 09:35 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,451
Re: MSAR STG556
Glock - get out there and fire that thing!!
Delta - thanks for the insight on the trigger, I'll need to mess with it a bit and see what I think. I've got a older Colt CAR and I'm not sure WHY I...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
06-06-2009, 01:41 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 2,300
Re: The Les Baer/Emerson CQC-45 Project
How cool is that! Mr Emerson right here! Long time fan of the various CQCs. Not to bring up potential bad memories, but I carried the Benchmade version for years until a stupid encounter at a post...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
06-06-2009, 12:28 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 1,451
MSAR STG556
Any body have any real world hands on experience with one of these? I've fallen in lust and need a reason to avoid the temptation. I'm finding conflicting reports on other sites. So, I always come...
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Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum
04-11-2009, 08:17 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 987
Re: High Standard 102
SG - so does that mean the shorter barrel was bought later, or ordered? I really don't know much about High Standards other than a friend had one when we were kids and it was quite the shooter. ...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
04-07-2009, 08:57 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 2,229
Re: Short-barreled 1911
Pistol - I've had a 3" Kimber Ultra Eclipse for years. Custom Shop gun. All steel. Good comment on "flip" - you will notice a big diff in this behavior as compared to a 5" model. Not...
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Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum
04-07-2009, 08:44 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 987
Re: High Standard 102
Thanks for info! One mag is silver looking which I assume to be cadmium plated. I'd call it in "decent shape." Short barrell still has white lettering and is in cleaner shape than longer barrell. ...
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Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum
04-05-2009, 06:10 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 987
High Standard 102
Hey folks - long time no talk. Crappy work schedule these days....
Anyway - stumbled on something and couldn't pass it up. I bought a High Standard 102 - "Sport King" Ser # 865XXX. It came with...
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Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum
01-31-2009, 10:15 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 482
Trying to date a 1911 US Colt
I'm trying to find some info on a friend's old 1911. Its a Colt made 1911 - not 1911A1 - US property marked with a 541XXX series number. Some records show 1911 production stopping in 1924. Where...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
01-24-2009, 10:06 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 808
Re: 1911 for a carry gun?
FWIW - Here is south GA I work between a Kel Tec 380, a Scandium S&W 38, a 3" Kimber 1911 and a full size 5" 1911 - all depending on weather. As long as I can take the heat, if I can cover a 1911, I...
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Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum
01-24-2009, 05:13 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 522
Model 19 Smith - and US marked Colt
Sorry I haven't been around for a while folks, major project at work. One of those things.... Ties up most of my previously available post time. Good to know this place is still up and running.
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
08-04-2008, 08:20 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 471
Nickel refinish
Any insight on who might do nickel refinish work in the state of Georgia?
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Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum
08-04-2008, 08:18 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 734
Re: High Standard Revolver?
Thanks for the insight. Any ideas about who might do nickel refinish work? Doesn't sound like its really worth a redo - but for sentimental reasons, he may want to. Looking for a decent 'smith in...
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Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum
08-04-2008, 05:43 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 734
High Standard Revolver?
Hi Folks, long time, no talkie, been REAL wrapped up at work. Hope to get back in the swing of things.
OK - no pics yet, so this is just a "ballpark" question. An uncle of mine has a High...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
10-29-2007, 09:00 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,138
Re: Hey Stash, here's what you need!
Yes, you basically disassmble the gun to load one round. The barrel is a smooth bore. Seems like I heard the actual cost to produce was somewhere in the neighborhood of 0.79 cents. (Note the STEN...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
10-28-2007, 09:39 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,365
Re: KelTec surprise
Engine assembly lube...... One tube, lasts for years. A little dab'll do ya!
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
10-28-2007, 09:34 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,080
Re: Shoulder holsters
Delta - you hit the nail there. When riding I use a Bianchi shoulder rig. Otherwise, I use strong side belt holsters for my larger frame guns.
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
05-28-2007, 07:10 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 499
Grip Safety Not Working...
OK, after some cajoling, I talked my Dad into letting me detail strip his old 1911. Its a "parts gun" made from WWII parts on an Essex frame. Actually shoots quite well, but the grip safety has...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
05-28-2007, 07:06 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 1,056
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
05-26-2007, 02:13 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 1,546
Re: Do you still have your first gun
Still have the Daisy Model 10 that was my first "gun." Christmas gift many years ago, 1972? Still have my first 22LR, Marlin Mod 60. Still have my first handgun, Ruger Single Six. Still have my...
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
05-02-2007, 08:31 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 541
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
05-01-2007, 05:16 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 2,311
Re: Looking for an accurate 1911
I own Kimber and Nighthawk 1911's - both shoot great if I do my part. Nighthawk came with a 1" guarantee, and it lives up to it with decent ammo and if I do my part. (seeing a trend?) The Kimber,...
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Forum: General Discussion
04-27-2007, 12:50 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 513
A little Variety at the Range...
Finally got to get out of the salt mine for a bit and get some "therapy" at the range. Took a new short-barrelled Marlin 1894. 16.5" 45LC. Nicknamed him Thumper. Fun to ring gongs at 100yds with...
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Forum: General Discussion
04-26-2007, 09:38 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 812
Re: Clay pigeon thrower question
Well, not to be an ass, but its called a rabbit trap. The clay used is also called a rabbit - thick edge to not break while rolling. They are a pricey trap if you want to buy one for your own use. ...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
04-26-2007, 09:33 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 501
Colt SAA Clones?
OK, what does the board think of the various Colt SAA clones out there? (And I might should call them look alikes, as I include the Rugers in here, even though they are not REALLY clones.)
What...
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Forum: NFA Firearms & Related Items
04-23-2007, 01:35 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 8,993
Re: Full Auto
Way Cool! Only got to play with one once. It had a very large drum mag on top that held 700-750 rounds. ...
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Forum: General Discussion
04-21-2007, 08:53 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 664
Re: Any Cigar Smokers here?
Its rare, but as a victory cigar for the occasional win at work -
Partagas 1845's Maduro wrapper
A Fuentes in the cedar tube
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Forum: The Pump House Saloon
04-18-2007, 07:27 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 701
Re: Scary Instructions
That is one of two planks on my presidential candidacy - 1st, remove all warning labels coupled with instituting massive tort reform. Clean up the gene pool in about 3 years. 2nd, repeal the...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
04-16-2007, 01:57 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 595
.308 Semi - Preferences?
OK - been trying to make a call on this for a while. Got it narrowed down to 3 now. The object is to aquire a carbine length semi-automatic .308 to take the place of a similar .223 AR I have recent...
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Forum: General Discussion
04-14-2007, 07:47 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 601
Re: A thought for contemplation . . .
Guys, the key word in "free speech" is FREE. Imus can say whatever he wants - however, his employers do not have to pay him for it. Rappers would go away if folks would not buy the stuff. Ditto...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
04-14-2007, 07:00 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 836
Re: over/under
When I bought one back about '99, '00 I paid around $900 for it new.
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
04-13-2007, 05:11 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 836
Re: over/under
Tough to beat a Ruger Red Label. Findable for reasonable prices on the used gun market. Base models used to sticker at less than a grand, but I have priced one in a while.
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
04-11-2007, 08:18 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,241
Re: compare DPMS / Colt
As I understand it, the NATO chamber is just a squeak bigger to aid in extraction reliability, thus putting 5.56 in a .223 chamber can lead to some pressure problems. Let me see if I can find the...
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Forum: General Discussion
04-09-2007, 03:52 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,200
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
03-18-2007, 11:18 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 821
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
03-15-2007, 08:56 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 821
Re: 410 Pro and Cons - Use?
From a skeet/clays stand point, the .410 is an "experts" gun. Many a kid has been frustrated and loses interest in the shotgun sports trying to hit on a skeet range with a .410 as their first gun. ...
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Forum: Self Defense Tactics & Weapons
03-07-2007, 04:42 PM
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Replies: 134
Views: 8,808
Re: A touchy question . . .
Many loaded, all around, many kinds. Its already been stated. I have no kids and the wife knows the drills. I will toss this out as food for thought though....
I have no kids, but folks do stop...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
03-05-2007, 09:06 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 873
Re: Taurus Barrel Crown
Good stuff guys - what I would wish to have access to the shops you guys have right handy! I'm lucky to have room for my table saw and the requisite tools required to work on a '78 Spitfire.
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
03-05-2007, 08:56 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,886
Re: Kimber Elite Carry
The Kimber Model II's use a firing pin block that is deactivated by the grip safety. As stated above, it seems to be a better solution that the series 80 Colt solution that is linked to the trigger...
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Forum: General Discussion
03-02-2007, 04:30 PM
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Replies: 69
Views: 2,649
Re: Show off your "fun" vehicle here
Sorry, no pics just yet, but my project car is a '78 Spit. Everyone should have a chance to learn that British cars need you more than you need them....
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
03-01-2007, 09:21 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 860
Re: Eclipse Custom 2
The newer Kimber Mags are OK - the first ones were junk. Get yourself some Wilson 47Ds and don't look back. The other mags I've had real good luck with are Mec-Gars.
Gun shows and shopping local...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
02-27-2007, 08:44 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 2,302
Re: .22 shorts
One caution on the Colibri ammo - although I have NOT had this problem - if you use it in a rifle, check after every shot for a while to insure that the projectile left the barrel. They have a...
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Forum: General Discussion
02-27-2007, 08:35 AM
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Replies: 41
Views: 1,514
Re: Remington fires Zumbo
An outstanding debate of ideas here - well thought out and well spoken.
I've got to toss my two cents in here - and I may be off base, I'm sure you will tell me.
1.) I agree with Pat in that...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
02-26-2007, 02:05 PM
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Replies: 881
Views: 232,054
Re: Pic's of your 1911's
My bad, I thought I recalled seeing a post where you found it at a show. Yep, I troll a bit and lucked into my recent Marlin purchase on *********. A fair trade at a fair price and a local FFL...
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