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Forum: NFA Firearms & Related Items 07-01-2004, 08:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,401
Posted By skiingfool1974
Re: Las Vegas Gun Shop?

That's the shop I went to when I was in Vegas a couple of years ago. It's a bit pricey, but still a lot of fun. You can also rent handguns there as well.

Look in the yellow pages when you are...
Forum: The 1911 Forum 01-14-2004, 10:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 862
Posted By skiingfool1974
Re: Kimber Pic Test

Nice CDP man0ica! I've got about 4,500+ down the pipe on mine without any problems. It is without a doubt the favorite gun I own!

BTW, welcome to TFF!

Evan
Forum: Curio & Relics Forum 11-17-2003, 05:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 934
Posted By skiingfool1974
I believe that Century Arms does. Evan

I believe that Century Arms does.

Evan
Forum: Curio & Relics Forum 11-03-2003, 04:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 800
Posted By skiingfool1974
It does!!! Empire Arms described it perfectly,...

It does!!! Empire Arms described it perfectly, and I couldn't be more thrilled with the condition that it's in! I wasn't able to take it to the range to officially sight it in, but I blew the heck...
Forum: Curio & Relics Forum 10-31-2003, 06:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 800
Posted By skiingfool1974
Talking My first antique rifle

My "new" 1893 Spanish Mauser. The pic is from Empire Arms' website, the place where I puchased it from (I haven't had time to take my own, since I just got it 2 hours ago ;)) It is in beautiful...
Forum: Feedback Forum 10-31-2003, 05:23 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 925
Posted By skiingfool1974
Talking Empire Arms A+++++++++

I just received a Spanish 1893 Mauser that I ordered from Empire Arms on Sat. It is in even better shape than I imagined, and was shipped promtly, and well packaged, AND I was only charged ACTUAL...
Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun 10-20-2003, 06:31 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,458
Posted By skiingfool1974
Have you considered just a pistol grip shotgun...

Have you considered just a pistol grip shotgun with no stock? My shop just sold a used Mos. 500 (it still looked brand new) for $209. You could always put on a folding stock at a later date.
...
Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum 10-16-2003, 08:09 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,092
Posted By skiingfool1974
Model American, Are you shooting off handed,...

Model American,

Are you shooting off handed, or are you using a rest? If you aren't using one, get a sandbag or some other kind of a rest. Shoot using that, your hand won't move, and you will be...
Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum 10-08-2003, 05:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,092
Posted By skiingfool1974
Model American: Yes, you should use snap caps. ...

Model American: Yes, you should use snap caps. I've only busted one firing pin, but that's one too many.

Armedandsafe, of course I can stand the dime on edge... actually, I can ballance the tip...
Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum 10-07-2003, 07:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,092
Posted By skiingfool1974
Model American, Try placing a dime on the...

Model American,

Try placing a dime on the top of the front sight and practice dry firing the pistol. The object here is to keep the dime on every time you pull the trigger. You'll find out just...
Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum 10-01-2003, 06:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 995
Posted By skiingfool1974
Thanks Rick. The dies just came in today, so...

Thanks Rick. The dies just came in today, so Sunday I'm going to be loading the 7mm-08, .44mag, .357mag, and maybe a couple .45s if I have time once I finish up work..... Is it Sunday yet???
Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum 09-28-2003, 08:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 995
Posted By skiingfool1974
Thanks for the help Rick. I just got the new...

Thanks for the help Rick. I just got the new Nosler book, so I should be all set with loads, now if I could just locate a distributor with 7mm-.08 dies in stock.........:(
Forum: The Pre-Ban Forum 09-28-2003, 08:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,039
Posted By skiingfool1974
Hi dixieboy, welcome to TFF! I hate to say this,...

Hi dixieboy, welcome to TFF! I hate to say this, but I also don't know the answer, but someone here has to know, and will be around shortly with an answer.

Evan :)
Forum: The Pump House Saloon 09-22-2003, 06:51 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 445
Posted By skiingfool1974
Talking HAHAHA!!! That was great!!!

HAHAHA!!! That was great!!!
Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers 09-21-2003, 07:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,066
Posted By skiingfool1974
Welcome to TFF Geccoman! We've sold 3 of...

Welcome to TFF Geccoman!

We've sold 3 of them so far, and each and every one of them begged me to take them home, but unfortunately I didn't have the $900 to pick it up.

The customers we sold...
Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum 09-20-2003, 03:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 995
Posted By skiingfool1974
Thanks for the help!!!!!! I really appreciate...

Thanks for the help!!!!!! I really appreciate it, and I'll let you know how it turns out.

I was going to do some loading tomorrow, but our distributor screwed up and didn't send the dies. Looks...
Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum 09-20-2003, 07:00 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 995
Posted By skiingfool1974
Inplanotx, A friend of mine has all of the...

Inplanotx,

A friend of mine has all of the IMR powders that you listed, so take your pick as any will work. Looks like I should order a Nosler book.... Now why didn't I think of that???:rolleyes:
Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum 09-19-2003, 10:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 995
Posted By skiingfool1974
7mm - 08 load help

Hey folks,

I've been trying to find load data for a 140g Nosler balistic tip for my 7mm - 08, and haven't found anything. The closest I can find is a 139g, or loads for a 135g, or 145g. Does...
Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun 09-18-2003, 10:17 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 793
Posted By skiingfool1974
I've never reloaded for the .50, so I can't help...

I've never reloaded for the .50, so I can't help you out there. The only thing that I know is that you'll need a press specifically designed for reloading the 50.

I should have mentioned this...
Forum: The 1911 Forum 09-17-2003, 09:31 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,418
Posted By skiingfool1974
Plunker, a FFL can ship a pistol through the...

Plunker, a FFL can ship a pistol through the USPS, however if you ever want to ship it anywhere, you would have to use FedEx or UPS overnight.
Forum: The 1911 Forum 09-17-2003, 09:27 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,821
Posted By skiingfool1974
You are correct Shooter, I tried it when the gun...

You are correct Shooter, I tried it when the gun was new. I think I'll try it now that it's almost broken in with a little over 5,000 rounds through it ;)

Plunker, pick up a box or two of a...
Forum: The 1911 Forum 09-16-2003, 05:22 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,821
Posted By skiingfool1974
Shooter, if I recall, it just wouldn't feed...

Shooter, if I recall, it just wouldn't feed correctly. I only used a box of it, and that was about 2 years ago, so I really can't remember that much more.
Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun 09-16-2003, 05:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 793
Posted By skiingfool1974
While I don't own one, I have shot a single shot...

While I don't own one, I have shot a single shot .50, and a Barret semi-auto on a couple occasions. I expected the recoil to be much worse than it is, however the shock wave from the muzzle blast is...
Forum: The Pump House Saloon 09-16-2003, 09:15 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 546
Posted By skiingfool1974
Jesus is watching

Late one night, a burglar broke into a house that he thought was empty.

He slowly tiptoed through the living room but suddenly he froze in his tracks when he heard a loud voice say: "Jesus is...
Forum: The 1911 Forum 09-16-2003, 09:09 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,821
Posted By skiingfool1974
Oh, I've also heard some bad things about Silver...

Oh, I've also heard some bad things about Silver Bear (I think that's the name, it's something Bear ammo). I've never shot it, but based on what I've heard, I've stayed away from it.

Just my $0.02
Forum: The 1911 Forum 09-16-2003, 09:08 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,821
Posted By skiingfool1974
Check out www.sportsmansguide.com. They usually...

Check out www.sportsmansguide.com. They usually have some good deals. Stay FAR FAR away from Cheaper Than Dirt. While they may have some good prices, they wil sell your name and address to every...
Forum: The 1911 Forum 09-15-2003, 10:29 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,418
Posted By skiingfool1974
Also, if you ever lose that little "allen key"...

Also, if you ever lose that little "allen key" that comes with it, you can straighten out a paperclip, and use that.
Forum: The Pump House Saloon 09-12-2003, 11:30 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 515
Posted By skiingfool1974
LOL :D :D :D

LOL :D :D :D
Forum: Feedback Forum 09-12-2003, 11:01 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 799
Posted By skiingfool1974
My pleasure Jason. :D Glad to be able to finally...

My pleasure Jason. :D Glad to be able to finally see that brass do something other than sit in my closet.

Evan
Forum: The Pump House Saloon 09-12-2003, 09:55 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 425
Posted By skiingfool1974
Passing time

A newlywed sailor was informed by the Navy that he was going to be stationed a long way from home on a remote island in the South Pacific for two years.

A few weeks after he got there he began to...
Forum: The Pump House Saloon 09-09-2003, 09:33 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 732
Posted By skiingfool1974
That would explain why I didn't see any deer last...

That would explain why I didn't see any deer last season!!!
Forum: Self Defense Tactics & Weapons 09-08-2003, 09:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,146
Posted By skiingfool1974
Welcome to TFF Dax! Walther makes a fine...

Welcome to TFF Dax!

Walther makes a fine pistol, however a .380 doesn't have as much stopping power as I would like. For a CC gun, I personally don't want anything smaller than a 9mm. The 3 CC...
Forum: The Pump House Saloon 09-05-2003, 07:04 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 468
Posted By skiingfool1974
Forum: The 1911 Forum 09-04-2003, 10:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 928
Posted By skiingfool1974
Wow, I'm very jealous Hydra Shok!!! I wish I...

Wow, I'm very jealous Hydra Shok!!! I wish I could get deals like that!

Enjoy that beauty!
Forum: NFA Firearms & Related Items 09-03-2003, 12:10 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,027
Posted By skiingfool1974
Welcome to TFF Herb! Wow, 90 days seems...

Welcome to TFF Herb!

Wow, 90 days seems almost way too fast for the BATF! They must have just gotten some recent grads who are out busting their butt trying to make a name for themselves. ...
Forum: The 1911 Forum 08-30-2003, 07:20 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 681
Posted By skiingfool1974
Welcome to the wonderful world of 1911's frosty! ...

Welcome to the wonderful world of 1911's frosty! Soon you'll find out that owning just one will not due, and you'll have to get several more.

As far as magazines go, buy Wilson Combat ones,...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 08-24-2003, 11:46 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,288
Posted By skiingfool1974
I'd rather have a 12ga with #7 or 8 shot in it...

I'd rather have a 12ga with #7 or 8 shot in it for home defense. Living in an apartment, I do not want to risk having a round go through a wall and hit a neighbor. If all I had was a .22, I...
Forum: The Pre-Ban Forum 08-24-2003, 12:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,038
Posted By skiingfool1974
Welcome to TFF Boeboe! It probably couldn't hurt...

Welcome to TFF Boeboe! It probably couldn't hurt to make a couple extra pins. If anyone on this board has problems with theirs, I'm sure they'll let you know. :D

Evan
Forum: The Pump House Saloon 08-20-2003, 09:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 702
Posted By skiingfool1974
HAHAHAHA!!!! Too funny Sniper!

HAHAHAHA!!!! Too funny Sniper!
Forum: NFA Firearms & Related Items 08-08-2003, 09:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,337
Posted By skiingfool1974
Welcome to TFF Tom. Someone should be around...

Welcome to TFF Tom. Someone should be around shortly who will be able to answer your questions.

Best of luck,

Evan
Forum: The Pump House Saloon 07-29-2003, 10:46 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 497
Posted By skiingfool1974
The Car Accident

A man was in a terrible car accident, and his "manhood" was mangled and literally torn from his body. He was quickly rushed to the hospital...

Doctor Schwartz assured him that modern medicine...
Forum: The Pump House Saloon 07-27-2003, 09:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 584
Posted By skiingfool1974
Oh boy... that's the story of my life so...

Oh boy... that's the story of my life so far.......... so now, once I hit 31 I have to look forward to getting divorced??? Man!!! That sucks!
Forum: The Pump House Saloon 07-24-2003, 03:36 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 438
Posted By skiingfool1974
Talking Women drivers

Driving to the office this morning on the Interstate, I looked over to my left and there was a woman in a brand new Mustang doing 65 miles per hour with her face up next to her rear view mirror...
Forum: The Pump House Saloon 07-14-2003, 09:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 692
Posted By skiingfool1974
Hahaha. There are dozens of signs for Dirty...

Hahaha.

There are dozens of signs for Dirty Dicks Crab House on the way to Nags Head. I almost got a t-shirt from there for of my friends who, ummm, lets just say she really likes guys. I...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 06-29-2003, 11:47 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,094
Posted By skiingfool1974
Hi Naldo! I have a Ruger MKII that I love,...

Hi Naldo!

I have a Ruger MKII that I love, and am picking up a P22 later on this week. I don't know if you know about it or not, but you can make the grips larger on the P22, they come w/an extra...
Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers 06-09-2003, 12:45 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,244
Posted By skiingfool1974
1) Kimber Custom CDP II .45 2) Winchester Super...

1) Kimber Custom CDP II .45
2) Winchester Super X2 NWTF version (Fiber-optic front/rear sights)
3) AR-15 H-Bar

Between the three of them, I think I'd be covered in just about any situation.......
Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum 06-09-2003, 12:41 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 610
Posted By skiingfool1974
Thanks Smokin, I'll try to get a pic up in the...

Thanks Smokin, I'll try to get a pic up in the morning.... I never thought as a pre-ban as a WMD, however that bayonet can be pretty dangerous to anything w/in a couple feet of me.... but then again,...
Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun 06-06-2003, 09:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 600
Posted By skiingfool1974
WOW!!! Sounds like someone really needed some...

WOW!!! Sounds like someone really needed some cash!
Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum 06-06-2003, 09:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 610
Posted By skiingfool1974
Picked it up last night for $1189 w/1 30 round...

Picked it up last night for $1189 w/1 30 round mag and a bayonet.

Not too bad as far as I'm concerned.

:D
Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum 06-01-2003, 01:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 610
Posted By skiingfool1974
Thanks Doc. I think I might be able to pick it...

Thanks Doc. I think I might be able to pick it up for right around $1200 - $1300, so I'm gonna go for it. She sure is pretty....and will be my first AK :D
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