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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers 04-29-2013, 07:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 323
Posted By DRB
Question Considering ankle carry

Hello all,

I have been carrying for about 1 1/2 years now and have ran into a situation. My new job affords me the opportunity to carry almost everywhere I go but I do wear business dress (shirt...
Forum: General Discussion 03-25-2013, 09:58 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 238
Posted By DRB
Re: Which red dot optics are better?

Thanks for all the feedback. Now it looks like I have a couple more choices to choose from. I plan to use this on a Marlin Model 60 but may also want or try it out on my AR as well. This is just...
Forum: General Discussion 03-24-2013, 10:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 238
Posted By DRB
Question Which red dot optics are better?

I wasn't sure where to post this so I went for the general forum.

I'm looking at some new optics for a low power rifle and am currently narrowed down to 2 (listed below).

Please provide input...
Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum 12-15-2012, 11:20 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,083
Posted By DRB
Re: Newly acquired Iver Johnson Top-Break Revolver

Thanks again for all the info. I am re-visiting this issue because I have another question about this revolver. hrf, above you stated 'Safety Automatic', am I to understand that this is the model...
Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum 09-03-2012, 01:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 894
Posted By DRB
Re: Newly Acquired Colt Official Police

I just confirmed and he said he bought it from the Police Officer's Association in San Francisco in 1964.
Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum 09-02-2012, 02:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 894
Posted By DRB
Newly Acquired Colt Official Police

Hello to all, I was given another pistol from a family member. He didn't know too much about it other than he thinks he purchased it back in the 60's and remembers using it quite a bit back then.
...
Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum 06-30-2012, 05:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 423
Posted By DRB
Re: Winchester Model 94

Cool, thanks for the history lesson.
Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum 06-30-2012, 04:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 423
Posted By DRB
Winchester Model 94

My Dad has a Winchester Model 94 that fires 25-35 ammunition. The 25 is the bullet size, but what does the 35 represent?
Forum: General Discussion 05-28-2012, 11:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 582
Posted By DRB
Re: Showing Serial Numbers in Pictures/Posts

Good points; thanks for the responses.
Forum: General Discussion 05-28-2012, 08:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 582
Posted By DRB
Question Showing Serial Numbers in Pictures/Posts

Hello all,

I have noticed several posts (mostly in the "what it's worth" forum) where people do not post the complete serial number of their firearm. I have also seen where people have blacked...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 05-12-2012, 08:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 493
Posted By DRB
Brand Name Dillemma

Hello all,

I am having a dilemma; I am looking to purchase a 1911-22 and was set on the Sig Sauer (manufactured by GSG) until my research lead me to the realization the GSG makes the exact same...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 05-12-2012, 04:20 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,822
Posted By DRB
Re: Looking for a .22lr semi auto

OK, I have taken my SR22 out twice now and have put about 600+ rounds through it; mostly Winchester Wildcat 40 grain LRN (the cheapest stuff I could find) and it has had one failure to feed.

My...
Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum 05-11-2012, 08:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 589
Posted By DRB
Newly Acquired Glenfield Model 60

Good afternoon/evening depending on what part of the country you are in.

I have a Glenfield Model 60 that I recently acquired and was curious as to it's value. It is S/N 223391XX. I have done a...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 04-28-2012, 10:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 967
Posted By DRB
Re: Ruger SR22 barrel removal

Thanks, I see it now. I expect it to work very well based on the reviews, but I am a proponent of polishing the feed ramps and wanted to do so prior to firing since I had the time.
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 04-28-2012, 11:10 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 967
Posted By DRB
Ruger SR22 barrel removal

I just received my new SR22 and nothing in the manual shows how to remove the barrel. The exploded view isn't very good in this area either. Anybody out there know how to remove it? No luck finding...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 04-22-2012, 05:23 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,822
Posted By DRB
Re: Looking for a .22lr semi auto

Well I received my SR22 this past week and it looks/feels very nice. Unfortunately it will be another week before we get to shoot it because I had to leave for a business trip. I'll report back...
Forum: Competition Shooting Forum 04-16-2012, 10:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 930
Posted By DRB
Re: NRA Marksmanship Qualification Program

Thanks for the reply. Yes it is pistol qualification and just to clarify; is the whole 'tombstone' area of the target 5 points? I did know about scoring the rings, but thanks for adding that info...
Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers 04-14-2012, 12:22 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,429
Posted By DRB
Re: New here, and with a new pistol

I know there have already been a lot of replies, but FWIW I have the SR9c and I love it. Also, good move on the CCW. Like already stated, it's better to not need and have than to need and not have....
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 04-10-2012, 07:54 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,822
Posted By DRB
Re: Looking for a .22lr semi auto

Thanks for all the feedback. After evaluating everything, the best advice was to let my daughter decide based on feel. She really liked the Walther P22 and the Ruger SR22 the best. Even though the...
Forum: Competition Shooting Forum 04-06-2012, 09:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 930
Posted By DRB
Question NRA Marksmanship Qualification Program

My daughter and I have started the NRA Marksmanship Qualification Program (http://www.nrahq.org/education/training/marksmanship/qualbook.pdf#page=8) and I just received some AP-2 (Bianchi) targets...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 03-29-2012, 05:52 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,822
Posted By DRB
Looking for a .22lr semi auto

I'm looking for a .22lr semi auto primarily for my 13 year old daughter (and for me to have fun with too of course). She has been shooting her 9 shot .22 revolver and I want to get her some...
Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers 03-27-2012, 09:09 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,147
Posted By DRB
Question Personal Protection Ammo

I have a question with regard to personal protection ammo. I am coming to this forum to ask because so far I feel that I have received quality feedback from members on this forum... thanks.

I am...
Forum: General Discussion 03-18-2012, 11:54 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 524
Posted By DRB
Re: How many rounds through your firearm?

Alrighty then... thanks for all the replies. I'm glad to hear that the general consensus is that it doesn't matter because the last thing I want to do is make a chore out of something fun!

I'll...
Forum: General Discussion 03-17-2012, 04:32 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 524
Posted By DRB
Question How many rounds through your firearm?

OK, since becoming a gun owner last Fall I have been doing a LOT of research both online and locally. One thing that seems very commonplace is for people to state how many rounds they have through a...
Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun 02-06-2012, 09:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 680
Posted By DRB
Re: AR-15 Build or Buy and NFA

Thanks for all the feedback. I now have a new, albiet related question...

What should I be looking for in a Lower Receiver? They seem to vary widely in price.
Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun 02-04-2012, 04:02 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 680
Posted By DRB
Re: AR-15 Build or Buy and NFA

I hate to sound anal, but do you mean longer than 16" or 16" and longer? The only reason I ask for clarification is because 16" seems to be one of the standard lengths. Also, does the measurement...
Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun 02-04-2012, 02:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 680
Posted By DRB
Question AR-15 Build or Buy and NFA

OK , I've decided that I would like an AR-15 but the more I research, the more questions arise. Most of my questions are about features and options which I will not be asking here, but I do have two...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 11-20-2011, 05:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,888
Posted By DRB
Question Walther P22 Issues?

I'm looking for some options for my 12 year old daughter who has been having a GREAT time shooting with me. Today I looked at a Walther P22 and when I got home I started to do some research and have...
Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum 11-15-2011, 09:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,215
Posted By DRB
Hi-Standard Double Nine

Hello all,

I have a Hi-Standard Double Nine .22 caliber niny cylinder revolver with a 5 1/2" barrel that I would like to know more about. It appears to have an aluminum frame and shows quite a...
Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum 10-30-2011, 06:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,083
Posted By DRB
Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum 10-30-2011, 03:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,083
Posted By DRB
Question Re: Newly acquired Iver Johnson Top-Break Revolver

I've still been looking for ammo for this gun without any luck. Does anybody know if this would be the proper ammo?

.38 S&W Winchester Super-X Lead Round Nose 145 Grain 685 fps...
Forum: General Discussion 10-06-2011, 08:01 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 607
Posted By DRB
Re: What's the best way to transport your pistol?

Thanks for all the posts. That gives me some ideas of what's available. I do have a CCW permit so I am also looking for ideas of how to carry as well.

Thanks for sharing
Forum: General Discussion 10-04-2011, 10:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 607
Posted By DRB
Question What's the best way to transport your pistol?

Hello to all,

I am new to firearms and to this forum which has already provided me with some valuable information... thank you.

I am curious as to how people transport their pistols both...
Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum 10-02-2011, 01:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,210
Posted By DRB
Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum 10-02-2011, 12:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,210
Posted By DRB
Re: Smith & Wesson Model 51 Revolver

Thanks for all the info guys. After reading your replies and closer examination there IS a marking under the crane (MOD-51). I hadn't noticed that until pointed out. I also checked the frame with...
Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum 10-01-2011, 09:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,210
Posted By DRB
Smith & Wesson Model 51 Revolver

I have a Smith & Wesson Model 51 Revolver with wood grips and a 3 1/2 inch barrel.

There are a few different markings that I would like to ask you guys to verify.

First there is a number on...
Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum 09-13-2011, 08:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,083
Posted By DRB
Re: Newly acquired Iver Johnson Top-Break Revolver

Thanks for all the info guys. I am looking forward to having this gun checked out and getting a chance to fire it.
Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum 09-07-2011, 10:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,287
Posted By DRB
Re: Newly acquired H&R Model 733 Revolver

Thanks for the clarification jamesjo. Thanks also for the compliments on the pics; photography is another of my hobbies.

hardknocks - can you provide me an item number for the Sportsmanguide ammo...
Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum 09-07-2011, 08:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,287
Posted By DRB
Re: Newly acquired H&R Model 733 Revolver

Jim, thanks for the info. You mention an 'AX' prefix as a 1981, but mine is an'AZ' prefix. Does that make a difference on the year?
Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum 09-06-2011, 11:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,287
Posted By DRB
Question Newly acquired H&R Model 733 Revolver

I just made my first post about an Iver Johnson (http://thefirearmsforum.com/showthread.php?t=94307) revolver that I acquired so most of the intro here will be the same for those that already read...
Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum 09-06-2011, 09:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,083
Posted By DRB
Re: Newly acquired Iver Johnson Top-Break Revolver

Thanks for the info hrf. I will definitely get it checked out prior to firing it.

What is 'standard factory load'
Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum 09-06-2011, 09:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,083
Posted By DRB
Question Newly acquired Iver Johnson Top-Break Revolver

Hello to all, I am a brand new member to the forum and new to firearms ownership. It is something I have wanted to do for quite some time, but didn't want to start a firearms hobby until I was ready...
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