Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
04-09-2011, 05:35 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 969
Re: Has anyone here seen the new KelTek 308 rifle?
I have been under the weather for a few days and cabin fever has really set in, so I needed some time away. I grabbed my RFB and three 20 round boses of .308 and one 7.62 and headed to the range. The...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
11-20-2010, 05:33 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,009
Re: an Early ChristmaA
Thank you all, it was truly a gift from the heart of a Father to his oldest Son. Now I have to do one for the younger son as well. He prefers the Government Model.
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
11-19-2010, 08:59 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,009
an Early Christmas
I wanted to do something special for my son, so I picked up a heavily worn Commander with the nickel finish. I basically gutted it and replaced everything with Wilson internals and a Wilson...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
10-20-2010, 07:52 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 4,674
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
10-12-2010, 08:21 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 4,674
Re: I guess I like 3" Wheel guns
Me too and like Mesinge2 I like them in Rugers...such as my custom GP-100.
http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f43/mike_seale/GP100Tucker2.jpg
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
09-12-2010, 08:27 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 8,953
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
05-28-2010, 09:25 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,790
Re: Stainless or parkerized?
I have had both, but only have the stainless left. Less maintenance required. Stainless is not a surface treatment, like parkerizing so, it is uber durable. My stainless Wilson Combat Professional...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
04-13-2010, 06:04 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 3,735
Re: Range Report - Chiappa 1911-22
We have had three of them in our shop.......notice I said "had". We put them in the guncase one day and they are gone the next. Those that have bought them have had good things to say as well. The...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
03-31-2010, 06:30 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 2,152
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
02-14-2010, 07:22 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,007
Re: winchester 1300
I have been bird hunting with my 1300 for over 15 years and it has held it's own in the field along side much more expensive shotguns. To me it has one of the smoothest pump actions of any I have...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
02-14-2010, 07:02 AM
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Replies: 40
Views: 3,442
Re: trunk gun
I agree with bluesea112. The AR is a platform that was designed to be modular from the begining. If you choose not to go with the AR10, There are a bunch of uppers that can give you much more than...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
01-25-2010, 08:32 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,906
Re: Taurus PT1911 laser grips?
Crimson Trace sells a Wilson Combat Ambi Safety that has been shortened for use with their laser grips. I recently installed one for a buddy of mine and he is tickled pink with it.
tex45acp
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
12-25-2009, 08:29 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,269
Re: Our First .380
That's cool Cobra....I would love to see that sometime.
Well It's Official. The look on her face told me all I needed to see. My wife is not a materialistic person in any shape form or fashion,...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
12-22-2009, 01:38 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 3,654
Re: Walther PK380
CampingJosh,
She should love it. I just bought one for my wife who is recoil sensitive as well and she just put 100 rounds through it last weekend. She loves it and is planning to use it for her...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
12-20-2009, 08:05 AM
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Replies: 78
Views: 8,477
Re: Plastic vs 1911
I have both and have been thouroughly pleased with them all. Other than carry comfort due to the lightened polymer frames, I see no differences. Now that being said, two of the polymer guns are...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
12-20-2009, 07:55 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,269
Re: Our First .380
Cobra,
Am I reading this right???? You use your 380 to shoot bowling pins???? Wow..are they they plastic ones that are given to the kids, that are multi-colored????:p;):D
I have been shooting...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
12-13-2009, 06:25 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,269
Re: Our First .380
I have been pretty lucky around here. I was able to pick up three 50 rounds boxes of PMC & two Winchester 50 rounder's, all FMJ. I also found a twenty round of Speer Gold Dot for her to carry. Would...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
12-10-2009, 03:27 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,269
Our First .380
Well I never thought I would own a .380 handgun when I carry a 9mm that is smaller, but the wife picked one up the other day that she really liked. Now she has shot my 9mm Browning Hi Power, didnt...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
12-10-2009, 03:20 PM
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Replies: 43
Views: 10,705
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Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum
11-22-2009, 07:59 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 489
Need some help deciding....
First let me say my expertise is in handguns, though I do have a few rifles I use for hunting. My Father in law passed Nov'08 and I really miss him. Today my Mother in law told me to go to the gun...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
11-15-2009, 06:13 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,286
Re: 1911 Finish
Yeah,
Call Deb over at the Springfield Custom Shop and ask about the Armory Kote finish they offer. It will still resemble your parkerizing but be much smoother and will protect the gun better...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
11-15-2009, 05:57 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,771
Re: Higher End 1911
The same can be said for most gun manufacturers. I have had Springfields, Kimbers, Para Ordnance and even a Colt that I have sent back for warranty work and the service and time to repair have been...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
10-14-2009, 03:02 PM
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Replies: 47
Views: 2,539
Re: One gun for "The Road".
In following this scenario, I would have to take my Browning Hi Power and 17 round mags. Short of a custom target gun nothing I have shot is more accurate or dependable. Mine is a 9mm but changing to...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
10-09-2009, 08:05 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 696
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
10-02-2009, 09:14 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 946
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
10-01-2009, 09:30 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 696
Newest Enhancements to my Taurus PT 1911AR
I was in Houston yesterday on business and stopped by a gunstore there just to look around. I found a combination Main Spring Housing/Magwell and a set of flat bottom grips as well for a 1911. I...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
09-27-2009, 08:30 PM
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Replies: 31
Views: 3,519
Re: 1911 in 9x19: wild fun or heresy?
Oooo! I need to send you my Para USA LTC Lightweight in 9mm. It will cut ragged hole groups out to 15 yards with Winchester White Box FMJ. I have let 4 people borrow it for qualification during their...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
09-16-2009, 11:10 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 3,953
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
09-15-2009, 04:01 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,123
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
09-14-2009, 11:14 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,123
Finally found an IWB holster for my 3" GP-100
I picked up a stainless factory DAO 3" GP-100 about a year ago and have been looking for a good IWB holster for it since. I prefer holsters with the attachments fore & aft the actual area holding the...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
09-13-2009, 10:34 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 3,953
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
09-13-2009, 10:34 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 3,953
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
09-13-2009, 06:26 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,936
Re: Scratches on Stainless...
Glocknut,
I used to have a pre-loaded Springfield Champion that seemed to have a softer grade of stainless steel. I have always used the purple/maroon Scotch Brite Pads on my brushed stainless...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
08-31-2009, 04:29 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 3,953
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
08-23-2009, 04:01 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 3,953
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
08-20-2009, 10:18 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 508
I Finally Found One!!!
I have been looking for a Stainless PT-1911 AR for about a year now, after I shot my buddies. First I really like the weight of the extra metal up front, it helps to balance the gun and reduce...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
07-28-2009, 10:33 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,123
Re: 1911 surface coatings...
Here is another option that my buddy uses on his Colt. It is a checkered front strap cover held in place by the grip panels.
http://www.wilsoncombat.com/a_frontstrap.asp
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
07-05-2009, 08:49 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 2,082
Re: i got a KEL TEC PF9
johnlivesforchrist,
Your problems could be caused by a multitude of things such as weak mag springs, extractor, tight chamber.....etc. Here are a couple of websites that might help....
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
07-05-2009, 08:33 PM
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Replies: 55
Views: 21,623
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
06-25-2009, 06:40 AM
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Replies: 881
Views: 234,716
Re: Pic's of your 1911's
I picked up this Rock Island Armory a few weeks back for a gun to throe in the Truck when I go to feed cattle and work on the ranch. It has really changed my opinion on these RIA's built in the...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
06-24-2009, 11:28 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,049
Re: My First Rock!!!
Well another trip to the range and having adjusted the front sight for the 1"-2" left I also filed 1/32" off the top of the front sight to bring the point of impact closer to the point of aim and...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
06-18-2009, 12:40 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,049
Re: My First Rock!!!
Well I finally got back to the range yesterday after having the front sight pushed 1/16" to the left to get the grouping to at least hit center of point of aim. It is still hitting about 1"-1.5" low...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
06-15-2009, 07:47 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 831
Re: Holster Query
My problem is the length. The big 5" gun, with the slots positioned for such low carry, means you have to wear a long cover garment to keep the bottom of the holster/muzzle from peeking out. This is...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
06-12-2009, 07:21 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,065
Re: Glocknut done did it again....
I have been looking at those for years. If I ever wanted anything bigger than the 45, I would definately have a Guncrafter in my safe. Since I am a handloader, my biggest deal would be to find a set...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
06-11-2009, 03:53 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,331
Re: springfield armory 1911 black and stainless
38 special,
How many rounds do you have through the gun? I had a stainless loaded that sprayed around like a shotgun until it hit roughly 500 rounds then it all came together and the groupings...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
06-11-2009, 03:47 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 831
Re: Holster Query
I cannot see the 721 being any better for the 5" 1911. I have one for my Ruger SP-101 with a 2" barrel and it is perfect for that gun, but I would have to say no for the big 45.
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
06-11-2009, 03:37 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,065
Re: Glocknut done did it again....
glocknut,
Very nice sideways trade you made there. Is it stainless, nickel or hard chrome?? The last time I checked, Wilson will take Colts without any probllems. Of course what you traded for and...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
06-07-2009, 08:08 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,049
Re: My First Rock!!!
Well, as I always do with a new gun, I detail stripped the RIA Tac, cleaned and relubed every part. Everything was good and tight, the way it should be. Took it to the range and fired 50 rounds to...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
06-05-2009, 03:23 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,049
My First Rock!!!
I am and have been a 1911 guy for over 30 years, but I haven't had a 5" for quite some time. I was in a gunstore that I usually don't buy from, due to price and lack of selection, looking for a new...
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Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum
05-22-2009, 09:11 AM
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Replies: 359
Views: 136,125
Re: What's your favorite .22 rifle ??
My favorite has to be my .22rimfire AR15. Followed by my Browning Buck Mark Target Pistol.
http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f43/mike_seale/RRAlower001.jpg
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