Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
02-04-2013, 11:17 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 1,038
Re: If barrel length does not affect accuracy
There may also be some confusion here due to terminology.
This discussion is actually about precision, which is NOT the same as accuracy. Shortening the length of a barrel will have a small...
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Forum: Religious Discussions
02-04-2013, 10:38 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 757
Re: Just a question about predestination
I gotta agree with you Terry. Using the scriptures to honestly seek enlightenment and purpose is a noble endeavor. Sadly, the scriptures are often used to justify man-made notions and thrust...
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Forum: Religious Discussions
02-04-2013, 10:22 AM
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Replies: 83
Views: 2,037
Re: Young Earth Theory
Good idea.
I've had problems with the whole carbon dating business for a long time. This method requires far too many assumptions to be reliable. There are just too many holes in this idea.
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Forum: Religious Discussions
02-02-2013, 06:53 PM
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Replies: 83
Views: 2,037
Re: Young Earth Theory
Terry, four quick points:
1. My comment was based on what I read on this forum, NOT on what the guy told me. I only knew he got banned because it was mentioned on this forum, not because he told...
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Forum: Religious Discussions
02-02-2013, 06:34 PM
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Replies: 59
Views: 1,189
Re: Homesexuality
Ummm, with all due respect, Jesus wrote NONE of the new testament. EVERYTHING we have regarding the teachings of Jesus comes to us second hand by way of his apostles and a few others who recorded...
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Forum: Religious Discussions
02-02-2013, 02:34 PM
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Replies: 83
Views: 2,037
Re: Young Earth Theory
Really? How do you account for the guy that got kicked off this board forever because he confessed to being a Mormon and having voted for Obama in the first election?
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Forum: Religious Discussions
02-01-2013, 08:16 AM
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Replies: 59
Views: 1,189
Re: Homesexuality
I gotta ask, is the man in the link below a sinner? He has same gender attraction, but does not act on it and he lives a totally chaste life. But does his same gender attaction make him a sinner?
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Forum: Religious Discussions
02-01-2013, 08:02 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 757
Re: Just a question about predestination
Not to argue, but the Bible has most certainly changed over the past several centuries. The KJV was based on the Geneva version which was based on the the Tyndale version. None are the same. Even...
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Forum: Religious Discussions
02-01-2013, 07:43 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 757
Re: Just a question about predestination
I am not trying to be argumentative, but I have question. Did your post not contradict itself? By your reckoning, the first English bible did not exist before 1560. So before 1560 the "word of God"...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
01-29-2013, 04:52 PM
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Replies: 24
Views: 1,038
Re: If barrel length does not affect accuracy
There are many variable that affect accuracy, so you can only make a barrel length comparison on accuracy if that is the only variable that changes. In other words, you can't compare a revolver...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
01-29-2013, 12:36 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 429
Re: Opinion on Ruger Mini in 7.62x39
If you can get one for a good price and have access to lots of ammo at a good price, then go for it. Otherwise I would not bother.
I own two Ruger Mini 14s. I bought the first in 1979 and its...
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Forum: Religious Discussions
01-29-2013, 12:18 PM
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Replies: 59
Views: 1,189
Re: Homesexuality
In my opinion BEING homosexual and BEHAVING homosexual are two very different things. I believe the bible addresses same gender sexual behavior rather than same gender sexual attraction. I'm a male...
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Forum: Religious Discussions
01-29-2013, 12:12 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 839
Re: The Seventh Day We Shall Rest..Which is???
My understanding is that the Christian sabbath day is Sunday because it is "the Lord's Day", the day he was resurrected and overcame the bands of death. The book of Acts contains accounts of the...
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Forum: Religious Discussions
01-29-2013, 11:50 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 757
Re: Just a question about predestination
I fully accept that you believe that you have a standard that "will not change with poloitical trends or popular opinion or personal opinion or current trends or the economy or my feelings or...
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Forum: Religious Discussions
01-29-2013, 11:00 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 757
Re: Just a question about predestination
I'm no expert on Mohammed, but I must disagree with that characterization of him. First off, not much is known about Mohammed's life. Islamic scripture (Quran) discusses Mohammed's personal life...
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Forum: Religious Discussions
01-29-2013, 10:27 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 757
Re: Just a question about predestination
You may be correct. However, I don't think I addressed the concept of morality at all in my post. I did address the concept of predestination. I'm not clear how my views on predestination got...
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Forum: General Discussion
01-26-2013, 06:51 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 161
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Forum: Religious Discussions
01-26-2013, 06:36 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 990
Re: Is the Bible the Inspired Word of God?
Let's get a few preliminaries down. I don't belong to any religion and don't consider myself particularly religious. So for the evangelical bible thumpers out there, the following is my personal...
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Forum: Religious Discussions
01-26-2013, 06:12 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 757
Re: Just a question about predestination
I'm not really religious, but I have done a lot of studying with a lot of different religions, both Christian and non Christian. And here's my take on this:
I don't believe we are "born into...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
01-21-2013, 10:58 AM
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Replies: 64
Views: 2,751
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
01-09-2013, 12:56 PM
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Replies: 64
Views: 2,751
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
12-21-2012, 08:11 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 473
Re: Ranch hand
I've owned two Ruger ranch rifles and an older Ruger mini-14. Solidly built and reliable operation. OK accuracy. The newer ranch rifle was definitely more accurate than the older gun. And if...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
12-21-2012, 07:58 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 16,499
Re: Why are M1A's so expensive?
You're right, and I stand corrected.
BTW, Norinco produces an M1A/M14 clone. And if you can find a dealer that carries it, the Norinco sells new for under $1000. From all reports its an...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
12-21-2012, 07:32 AM
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Replies: 64
Views: 2,751
Re: M1 Carbine vs Ruger Mini-14
Agreed.
As already noted, the .30 carbine was good for what it was intended for: replacing a pistol for use by non front line troops. It was never intended as a battle rifle.
The M1 carbine...
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Forum: General Discussion
12-21-2012, 06:28 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 405
Re: My Son Wants to Be LEO, any advice?
That's a tough, thankless career, hard on individuals and hard on families. It's definitely not for everyone.
I was a LEO for two + decades, but a Fed. I worked in two different federal...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
12-20-2012, 12:58 PM
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Replies: 64
Views: 2,751
Re: M1 Carbine vs Ruger Mini-14
I must agree. The 5.56 has a well deserved reputation for producing nasty wounds. The original 55 grain M193 bullet used in Vietnam was so devastating that it was considered inhumane. The terminal...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
12-20-2012, 11:35 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 16,499
Re: Why are M1A's so expensive?
Why so expensive? There are three main reasons:
1. How they are built and manufactured. Modern "battle rifles" use stamped steel parts. Stamping is a quick and relatively cheap manufacturing...
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Forum: General Discussion
12-19-2012, 11:51 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 347
Re: Newbie just saying hi
I'm new here also. In my limited experience, most of the folks here are great and the firearms discussions excellent. But yeah, NEVER admit to a politically liberal position on this forum and do...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
12-19-2012, 08:48 AM
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Replies: 64
Views: 2,751
Re: M1 Carbine vs Ruger Mini-14
I'm pretty sure the mini-14 design is simply not compatible with a full-power round like the .308. It's designed for intermediate cartridges. If you want a gun with a Garand style action that can...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
12-19-2012, 08:37 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 813
Re: Caliber Suggestions Please
Watta wimp! ;-)
No, in all seriousness keeping your body parts intact needs to be your #1 priority. I was not aware of the bolt head limitations/issues. Good luck with your build. Sounds fun.
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
12-19-2012, 08:13 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 813
Re: Caliber Suggestions Please
Have you considered the .338 Lapua? It's based on the old .416 Rigby cartridge which gives it huge cartridge volume. And the Lapua redesign of the basic Rigby cartridge (Lapua gave the case a...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
12-19-2012, 07:51 AM
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Replies: 64
Views: 2,751
Re: M1 Carbine vs Ruger Mini-14
Interestingly, both the Russians and the Chinese have independently gone from a 7.62mm caliber intermediate round to a sub 6mm intermediate round, with the Russians opting for a 5.45mm round...
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Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum
12-04-2012, 07:56 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,553
Re: Has Any Member Shot Or Owned A Ruger SR-22?
Did I miss something? The SR22 is a double action with a fixed barrel, so not at all a M1911 style action. Did I misunderstand?
But as for the gun itself, all reports are that it is very...
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Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum
12-04-2012, 07:23 PM
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Replies: 97
Views: 107,285
Re: whats the best 22 automatic rifle?
I've owned a number of .22 semi autos. My two favorites were the Remington Nylon 66 (no longer in production) and the Remington 597. I like the 597 slightly better for its styling and because it's...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
12-04-2012, 06:54 PM
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Replies: 64
Views: 2,751
Re: M1 Carbine vs Ruger Mini-14
We seem to be talking about three different cartridges, as follows:
.223 Remington (5.56x45)
.30Carbine (7.62x33)
.30 for the AK-47 (7.62x39)
Here's some basic data on each cartridge:
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
12-04-2012, 05:42 PM
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Replies: 64
Views: 2,751
Re: M1 Carbine vs Ruger Mini-14
Sorry. I did not mean to make a "big jump". I was referencing his(her?) comment about preferring the mini-30 over the mini-14. Since the rifles are otherwise identical, to me that's a clear...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
11-30-2012, 12:52 PM
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Replies: 64
Views: 2,751
Re: M1 Carbine vs Ruger Mini-14
Clearly you prefer the 7.62x39 over the 5.56x45. Would you mind sharing why? I personally prefer the 5.56. I like the small bore, hi velocity of the 5.56.
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
11-30-2012, 12:35 PM
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Replies: 64
Views: 2,751
M1 Carbine vs Ruger Mini-14
The M1 Carbine and Ruger Mini-14 both have a Garand type action and are about the same size and weight. The biggest difference between the two is the cartridge they're chambered for.
If we ignore...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
11-29-2012, 12:22 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 490
Re: Carbine vs rifle
Speaking of the Ruger Mini-14 and the M1 Carbine, how do they compare? They're about the same size and weight and have very similar actions. I guess the biggest difference is in the cartridge. ...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
11-29-2012, 11:41 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 490
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
11-29-2012, 10:40 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 490
Re: Carbine vs rifle
OK, I'm starting to get the idea now.
Carbine is (usually) a generic term to denote a shorter/lighter version of the same model long arm. So the term can mean different things to different...
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Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum
11-29-2012, 10:28 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 917
Re: Remington 597 magazines
Thanks everybody for the help. I'll try the sRemington third generation standards magazines first. Maybe pop for a 30 round mag at the same time.
I'm not looking to trick out or pimp my rifles,...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
11-28-2012, 08:57 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 490
Re: Carbine vs rifle
Length of firearm or length of barrel? Bull pup rifles (like the Steyr, FAMAS, and L85) have a full length barrel but an overall short length. Aren't these rifles and not carbines? Or are they...
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Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum
11-28-2012, 08:22 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 917
Remington 597 magazines
I own two Remington 597 rifles in stainless steel with the synthetic stock. These have been wonderful rifles with great reliability and very good accuracy. However, it's really hard to find...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
11-28-2012, 08:05 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 490
Carbine vs rifle
Exactly what differentiates a carbine from a rifle?
Is it just barrel length?
Or is it also related to the power of the cartridge?
I always understood it was just barrel length, but a...
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