Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
01-07-2013, 12:46 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 1,374
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Forum: The Constitutional & RKBA Forum
01-06-2013, 11:48 PM
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Replies: 42
Views: 1,602
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Forum: The Fire For Effect and Totally Politically Incorrect Forum
01-06-2013, 11:00 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 362
Re: Statement by Sen Cruz.
The support of the weapons ban by many of these anti gun representatives will prove to be their downfall come the next elections. I know many people that are not pro gun but not anti 2nd Amendment.
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Forum: General Discussion
06-21-2012, 01:09 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 641
Re: Deep thoughts on refinishing a gun
I would do whatever it takes to make me happy. I have and/or had several old guns restored to like new condition. Did it decrease their value, yes, but I don't care. Will my kids care after I am dead...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
06-21-2012, 12:49 PM
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Replies: 41
Views: 2,256
Re: Thoughts on a 40mm
I had the pleasure of testing the XM203 in Vietnam before they were issued. As far as what handgun; Springfield XD40 SC would be my recommendation.:D
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Forum: General Discussion
09-02-2011, 01:12 PM
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Replies: 64
Views: 2,951
Re: How does it feel to be retired?
After working for 54 years retirement sucks: I retired from the military in 1977 and returned to college, 1978 I was recruited by a large aerospace company in Florida and retired in 1994. I set on my...
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Forum: General Discussion
04-27-2011, 07:06 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 478
Re: Cleaning Cosmo off a NEW Ma Deuce...
Kerosene is obtained from the distillation of mineral wax, bituminous shale, etc., thus the name Coal Oil. Growing up in Gulfport the name Coal Oil was widely used and we purchased it at the local...
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Forum: General Military Arms & History Forum
02-13-2011, 09:49 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,111
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Forum: General Military Arms & History Forum
02-13-2011, 09:40 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 7,543
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Forum: General Discussion
12-14-2010, 10:24 AM
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Replies: 91
Views: 3,116
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Forum: General Discussion
12-14-2010, 10:14 AM
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Replies: 67
Views: 3,006
Re: Who Are You??
My name is Chuck, married, four grown kids, two grandkids and live in SE Florida. I was born and raised in Gulfport & Biloxi Ms and left for the service in 1953 and never returned. On retirement from...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
12-14-2010, 09:30 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,402
Re: Mouse Guns
I have several mouse guns(Kel Tec 3AT, NAA Guardian, DB, TCP380) but my favorite is the LCP that I inherited from my wife when she got a LCR w/CT.
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Forum: Curio & Relics Forum
04-05-2010, 09:42 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,572
Re: C&R License
The C&R allows me to save loads of money by not requiring the use of a FFL. This is about a $50 savings on each purchase plus some dealers/importers give a small discount to C&R holders. I buy at...
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Forum: Curio & Relics Forum
04-05-2010, 09:33 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 4,437
Re: BATF Audits of C&R Records
Thank you> I searched the CFR to no avail. I remember reading that all C&R weapons had to to be included in the bound book upon receipt of the C&R license. I know several people that have had their...
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Forum: The Fire For Effect and Totally Politically Incorrect Forum
03-21-2010, 11:57 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 876
Re: A census this way comes
I also got my form and answered one question; How many people live.
I would like to know what will be done with people that harbor the illegals and fail to report them on their form. I have...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
03-21-2010, 11:06 AM
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Replies: 37
Views: 2,726
Re: Jennings accident
I have purchased at least 10 or 15 Bryco/Jennings/Jimmeniz/Raven in the last few years at yard sales etc. Great buys on my part for 50 bucks or so and resold them for $100 Gift Certificates when...
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Forum: The Fire For Effect and Totally Politically Incorrect Forum
03-21-2010, 10:57 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 710
Re: Well....Today could be the day
IMHO, today’s vote by the democrats will be the end of the two party political systems as we know of it today. After today’s vote, approval or disapproval, will be the start of the new two party...
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Forum: The Constitutional & RKBA Forum
03-21-2010, 10:30 AM
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Replies: 56
Views: 3,868
Re: They ARE coming after our guns.
Not to point you out but as most posts here are nothing but talk with no attempt to organize or any plan to protect our rights. My I ask what you are presently doing to protect your rights?...
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
03-21-2010, 09:44 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 3,416
Re: Scope for a 50 cal (50BMG) rifle???
I have a friend that has a Barret .50 with the Leupold Mark IV tactical scope with the Barrett BORS system Ballistic Computer. He stated the combination is rather costly but is well worth the...
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Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum
03-21-2010, 09:21 AM
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Replies: 389
Views: 33,843
Re: What was the first .22 you actually owned?
My first 22 was a J.C. Higgins model 36 semi auto manufactured in the late 1930's. This was used by my father as a vermit rifle around the farm long before I was a gleam in their eyes. He gave me the...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
03-15-2010, 02:42 PM
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Replies: 35
Views: 6,735
Re: 1911's for Under $600
I found this on another site this morning while looking for a Colt model 1911 or a 1991that so I am told sells the Trojan for less than $600.http: //www.iverjohnsonarms.com/
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
03-15-2010, 10:08 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 2,329
Re: Stevens 311A Serial Number
[QUOTE=jim brady;611249]Was going through my collection, logging serial numbers in case somebody ever ever gets into my safe. While recording numbers, I looked for the serial number on my 12 gauge...
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Forum: The Fire For Effect and Totally Politically Incorrect Forum
03-14-2010, 05:01 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 848
Re: TAMPONS AND DIAPERS
Storm water runoff fees (Taxes) have been around since the late fifties/early sixties here in Florida. My present stormwater runoff fee is $74 per year.
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
02-25-2010, 09:17 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,695
Re: Black Talon Ammo
The Black Talons are still on the market but at outrageous prices. I have both the Black Talon and the SXT-----which is the same round
http://alamoammo.com/cart/pistol-ammunition/380-auto
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
02-25-2010, 08:57 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 19,213
Re: Crazy types of shotgun rounds
M79 40MM Flechette rounds were used quite extensively in I Corps in 70 and 71 by the Army. The guys with shotguns used slugs and 00 buck mostly.
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Forum: Vietnam Memories Forum
02-16-2010, 10:08 AM
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Replies: 43
Views: 5,436
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Forum: The Constitutional & RKBA Forum
02-16-2010, 09:51 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 989
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
02-16-2010, 09:49 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,638
Re: How long do cartridges last, generally?
What is old? I have ammo that my father bought in the 30's thru the 50's, shoots like new. I also have some paper shotgun shells from the 40's that still appear to be useable.
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
02-16-2010, 09:28 AM
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Replies: 54
Views: 2,692
Re: How many guns are in your CCW "remuda"?
What I carry depends on where I am going and required attire. I have several CCW's to choose from and in preference of carry: XD40 SC, Ruger LCR-LG, S&W M&P 9MM compact, S&W M&P 40, Colt 1911 45. ...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
02-16-2010, 08:53 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 2,695
Re: Black Talon Ammo
I have several boxes of Black Talon's and their replacement, SXT's. To me the only difference is that there is no black tip on the SXT round. I have seen Black Talons offered for sale at outrageous...
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Forum: The Constitutional & RKBA Forum
01-30-2010, 12:10 PM
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Replies: 54
Views: 2,932
Re: Gun show hypocrisy at it's finest!!!!
The shows here in West Palm Beach Florida don't restrict the sales indoors but do frown on parking lot sales. My big problem with recent shows is that they have evolved into flea markets. I don't pay...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
12-24-2009, 09:59 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 9,252
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Forum: General Discussion
12-24-2009, 09:45 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 1,362
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Forum: The Fire For Effect and Totally Politically Incorrect Forum
12-24-2009, 09:15 AM
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Replies: 43
Views: 1,972
Re: Billboard in Ohio
I no longer shop in stores that have Happy Holiday signs in lieu of Merry Christmas. Another one that gets me is the shopping malls that don't allow the veteran groups to solicit contributions to...
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Forum: The Fire For Effect and Totally Politically Incorrect Forum
12-24-2009, 08:49 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 8,230
Re: Crooks Strike again!!
What I can not understand is that the bill was to cover all the 47 million Americans that had no health insurance, now they have stated that there will only be 20 million plus not covered. I believe...
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Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum
12-21-2009, 07:14 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 3,846
Re: Value of Colt US Army 38 Model 1901 Picture
Yes. They will inspect the weapon, identify parts/cost/ labor and notify me. If I elect to not have the weapon repaired I will be charged for the estimate, if I elect to have it repaired they will...
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Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum
12-19-2009, 11:39 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 3,846
Re: Value of Colt US Army 38 Model 1901 Picture
Thanks for the info. After taking it to a local large gun store the so called gunsmith stated that the lock up was not repairable, I decided to call Colt. I described the weapon and the lock up...
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Forum: The Fire For Effect and Totally Politically Incorrect Forum
12-19-2009, 11:14 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 683
Re: WA State libs are at it again
It is called VOTER ENVOLVEMENT. Start an anti re-election campaign against the anti gun freaks long before they come up for re election. This can be done thru letters to editor/opinion section of the...
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Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum
12-15-2009, 11:07 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 3,846
Re: Value of Colt US Army 38 Model 1901 Picture
I had the gun appraised by a local expert and his comment was, "if the cylinder lock up was better it would be in the $1,000 range but as is it is it is in the $450 to $800 range". I plan on keeping...
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Forum: The Pump House Saloon
12-15-2009, 10:56 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,445
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Forum: NFA Firearms & Related Items
12-15-2009, 10:53 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,094
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Forum: General Discussion
12-15-2009, 10:36 AM
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Replies: 37
Views: 1,896
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Forum: General Discussion
12-15-2009, 10:20 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,202
Re: Good kitty (snake lovers: do not click)
I have a neighbor that has several cats, both are great hunters, and both proudly bring home their kills on a daily basis to their owner. Their kills range from frogs to very large snakes.
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