Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
03-08-2012, 09:01 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,719
Re: 38 snubby, taurus vs Charter arms ??
I have owned and frequently carried a Taurus 85 UL for 4 or 5 years. I have not had any problems with it. I have not put a lot of rounds through it, because J frame size revolvers, light or...
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Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum
11-07-2011, 08:48 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 3,037
Re: Hi-Standard Sport king SK-100 help
I have a Supermatic Trophy Military model 107 that I shoot all 40 gr long rifle ammo in, both standard velocity and the so called high velocity. That being said, I DO NOT shoot the 35-36 gr hyper...
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Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum
11-07-2011, 08:35 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,273
Re: High standard parts??
High Standard Mfg. Co. in Houston, Texas several years ago obtained all the rights, patents, etc. for High Standard pistols. They are manufacturing new pistols and parts for all of the old original...
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Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum
07-02-2011, 04:12 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,562
Re: High Standard-Supermatic Citation-M107
High Standard Mfg Co in Houston, Texas is the current manufacturer of High Standard pistols and replacement parts for them.
http://www.highstandard.com/
I have a M107 Supermatic Trophy...
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Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum
10-24-2010, 02:47 PM
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Replies: 101
Views: 16,302
Re: If you could only have one .22 LR
rifle: Marlin 39A Its record and longevity speaks for itself
handgun: Ruger Single Six
The problem is "only one". I have 12 or 15 .22's, handguns and long guns combined and have no...
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Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum
01-28-2009, 10:00 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,790
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Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum
01-25-2009, 02:38 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,523
Re: 1st gun for daughter
The Ruger Mk III would be an excellent choice. The one and only shortcoming it has is it is somewhat difficult to reassemble after being stripped for cleaning. The instructions have to followed...
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
01-21-2009, 07:09 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 7,081
Re: High Standard Double Nine ?
The H&R model 649 is probably the revolver your friend has. If my memory serves me right, I have heard it called the "double nine". It was sold with 2 cylinders, one for .22 rimfire and one for .22...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
01-17-2009, 10:31 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 22,255
Re: Pistol Caliber Comparison
IMHO, comparing .40 vs .45 is more about the differences in the firearms than the cartridges. Specifically, the physical differences. .40's are available in 9mm frame firearms while .45's are...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
01-15-2009, 05:59 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 975
Re: Looking for my first .357 revolver
Based on what you indicate you are looking for, either a S&W 686 or Ruger GP100 in 4" stainless would be a perfect choice. As others have stated, Rugers are noted for their durability and for being...
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Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum
01-09-2009, 09:48 PM
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Replies: 46
Views: 15,173
Re: Recommendations for 22 Pistol
You are probably going to get a lot of negative comments regarding a .22 carry gun, warnings that a .22 is totally inadequate for defensive use. Compared to the 9mm, .38, .40, .45, etc. that is...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
12-31-2008, 09:38 PM
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Replies: 43
Views: 3,122
Re: Help finding good home defense revolver
Your dad's suggestion of a Ruger SP101 is a very good suggestion, but I would recommend a Ruger GP100 4" stainless .357 revolver. It is as reliable as any revolver on the planet, built like a tank,...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
12-26-2008, 08:53 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,916
Re: New to me S&W Model 52: Tips, anyone?
As you have learned, the S&W 52 is a superb quality .38 Special bullseye target pistol ready for competition out of the box. It is designed to only use wadcutters seated flush with the case mouth. ...
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Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum
12-26-2008, 08:36 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 3,924
Re: revolver .22
I would suggest the Ruger Single Six with .22 LR and .22 mag cylinders. You will shoot LR's at least 95% of the time, but the mag cylinder is nice to have when you need or want it. I bought my...
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Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum
12-26-2008, 08:24 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,534
Re: h & r model 939 manufacture date
This may not be of much help to you, but my Gun Digest of Modern Gun Values states that this revolver was made from 1958 to 1981. It does not get into serial numbers so this is the best I can do.
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Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum
05-02-2008, 12:01 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,719
Re: Browning Buckmark
You made a good choice with the Buckmark. They are very fine pistols and definitely a keeper.
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
03-25-2008, 05:32 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 828
Re: new toy
Congrats on the new M & P. Sounds like you got a good deal on it.
The magazines being hard to load fully is common with new magazines. Load them both fully and leave them that way for awhile and...
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Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum
03-20-2008, 12:37 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 8,206
Re: High Standard HD Military schematic
I have the original owners manual for my Supermatic Citation Military Model 107. It includes an exploded view/parts breakdown, complete parts list, and instructions for operation, disassembly, etc.....
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Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum
03-19-2008, 01:22 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 744
Re: got a new-to-me rifle
Congrats on getting a very good .22 rifle. It's a keeper.
On your ejection problem, the extractors (there are two) could be worn or their springs could be weak. The first thing I would try,...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
03-12-2008, 11:14 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 15,170
Re: Good "starter" gun."
For a good, all-around carry gun, I would recommend either a Glock 19 or Springfield XD9. Both are 9mm's and medium size and very high quality and reliable pistols. Go to a range with rental guns...
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
03-08-2008, 08:13 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 499
Re: Looking for H & R 999 Parts
I doubt that you will find anyone parting out a H&R 999. Those revolvers are keepers. I have had my eye out for one for a long time and haven't found one yet.
Try Numrich Gun Parts for the parts...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
02-25-2008, 08:23 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,478
Re: 9mm
On your 9mm loads, I would try reducing the load slightly before increasing it. I have not tried it with 9mm, but I have noticed .357 loads will group lower than light .38 special loads in my...
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Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum
02-23-2008, 03:43 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 4,422
Re: Need info on 4 old bolt guns.....
The one on the bottom is a Mossberg model 342. It was made from 1958 thru about 1974.
While I am not 100% sure, I believe the second one with the finger groove stock is either a...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
02-23-2008, 07:26 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,478
Re: 9mm
For the 3 calibers you are loading, Unique is an excellent powder. If your batch of Unique is relatively new, I would suggest going to the Alliant web site and checking the recommended charges. The...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
02-21-2008, 06:48 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,478
Re: 9mm
It sounds like you are right on with the taper crimp. Taper crimping is harder to gauge than a roll crimp. When taper crimping, all you want to do is remove the bell from the brass. If the bullet...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
02-15-2008, 04:01 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 7,489
Re: Best plinker pistol
I believe any of the Rugers or Buckmarks are the best .22 pistols available today. If you would rather have something a little less expensive but still a good pistol then I would get a S&W 22A or...
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Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum
02-15-2008, 03:50 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 9,562
Re: S&W vs Browning Buckmark
The S&W 22A pistol has very good ergonomics and I am told that is generally very accurate. I have heard a few comments that it is not as reliable as the Buckmark or Ruger, but have not heard about...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
02-13-2008, 03:01 PM
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Replies: 62
Views: 6,049
Re: Which would you get ?
I have both a S&W J frame and a G26 and like both of them very much. However, the majority of the time the J frame is my concealed carry weapon, simply because it is easier to conceal than the G26. ...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
02-13-2008, 02:53 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,288
Re: brass vs. nickel
It is my understanding that nickel plated cases were introduced originally for police officers who carried their ammo in the loops of leather gun belts. The chemicals used in tanning of leather...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
02-11-2008, 07:16 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 821
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
02-09-2008, 11:40 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 4,543
Re: 44 Mag Load for Rifle and Revolver
For a number of years I shot .44 magnum in a Ruger carbine and a Redhawk w/7 1/2" barrel. Like you, I encountered more unburned powder than I liked in the Redhawk using 2400 while it worked fine in...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
02-09-2008, 12:43 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 6,940
Re: Ruger Blackhawk 357 mag
Based on your description, your revolver would be a New Model Blackhawk. You can tell for sure by checking to see if has the transfer bar system. It is possible it is an old model that has been...
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
02-06-2008, 08:09 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 864
Re: Whats better Glock or XD
Both are very high quality pistols. You can't go wrong with either of them. If you are going to acquire one of only these two, then the question would be which is better for you. If that is the...
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Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum
02-05-2008, 12:23 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 2,027
Re: S&W Mod. 25-2 45 CAL. MODEL 1955
First, this revolver is not an oddball in any way. It is one of the finest revolvers S&W ever made. I have a 25-2 that I have owned for many years, so I know quite a bit about them. Everyone I...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
02-05-2008, 08:43 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 1,262
Re: totally new to this
I don't really have much to add to what the others have said, as it is all good advice, particularly about getting a couple of good manuals and reading extensively before doing anything else. I do...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
02-03-2008, 11:06 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,257
Re: .45ACP powder recommendations?
I have always used Bullseye for lead bullets and Unique for FMJ bullets. Both have always worked so well for me I see no reason to use anything else. I like Blue Dot for .357 magnum and .44 magnum...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
01-31-2008, 07:31 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 766
Re: Buying new sidearm!
I have experience with the PT92 and the Springfield XD9 and think highly of both of them. I don't with the PT1911 but have heard nothing but good things about them.
I suggest you also consider a...
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Forum: Self Defense Tactics & Weapons
01-31-2008, 07:06 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,305
Re: Glock For Concealed, and Similar?
For something like home defense where concealment is not a factor, I believe in full size firearms in calibers beginning with a 4. But for a compact CCW, I suggest a 9mm. In a compact firearm, it...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
01-29-2008, 11:34 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 941
Re: Old Lyman Press
That is an old press you have there, probably from the 50's or 60's. They used the same dies as the 310 tong reloader, if I remember correctly. I think they were 5/8".
I'm pretty sure Lyman...
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Forum: Self Defense Tactics & Weapons
01-29-2008, 01:39 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,150
Re: Concealed carry in the car
When traveling, I don't always have a weapon on my person, but I always have one or more (usually more) in the car or pickup. My pickup has a console, so that is usually where I keep one for ready...
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Forum: Self Defense Tactics & Weapons
01-29-2008, 01:14 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,305
Re: Glock For Concealed, and Similar?
While a G26 would be just about perfect for your CCW, check out a Springfield XD, both the compact and sub-compact. They are the same size as the G19 and G26. They are very fine pistols and you may...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
01-25-2008, 01:51 PM
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Replies: 36
Views: 12,253
Re: .327 Magnum
Here is a link to a very extensive review and test of the .327 Magnum. It is somewhat lengthy but is very good reading.
http://www.gunblast.com/Ruger-SP101-327.htm
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
01-24-2008, 04:11 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 723
Re: Need some help with Grampa's old shotgun
The link below is Numrich Gun Parts cross reference area of their site. If you cannot find your shotgun listed, it might be worth it to give them a call. If anyone would know, it would be them.
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
01-22-2008, 10:07 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 701
Re: Decisions and Changes
Welllllll, I can't really say that I have. I shoot vastly more .22 LR than .22 WMR. I use light or standard loaded .38 for practice and don't shoot a lot of .357. I shoot a lot more .45 ACP than...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
01-21-2008, 08:48 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 917
Re: My 9mm Collection
That is an outstanding collection of 9mm's. They are all very high quality pistols , as good as you can get. How long did it take you to get all of them?
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
01-18-2008, 05:54 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 626
Re: .357
You made a good choice, there is none better. I have one just like it. The only thing I have done to it is install a set of Wolff springs to make the double action trigger smoother and lighter.
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Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum
01-18-2008, 05:48 PM
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Replies: 115
Views: 35,306
Re: 22's worth keepin'...
skeeter1 said it: every one I have is a keeper. Some of them are Marlin 39A, Ruger Single Six, S&W 63, Ruger MKII, Beretta 76, and others.
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Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum
01-14-2008, 07:06 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 893
Re: New to...
First, welcome to the forum. There is a lot of interesting and informative reading you can do here. You will see a lot of good advice and many different opinions on anything gun related.
You...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
01-13-2008, 11:24 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 643
Re: rookie to ths sight and reloading
I agree with LD about reading the manuals first. Read them completely, then read them again. Learn as much as you can before before you do anything, especially spending money on equipment. Then...
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Forum: Self Defense Tactics & Weapons
01-13-2008, 10:57 PM
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Replies: 97
Views: 19,179
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