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Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 04-04-2013, 11:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 928
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: Ruger MK II question

Maybe look at a replacement barrel online. It may be cost effective to simply replace the entire barrel with a new lightweight aluminum design
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 03-25-2013, 12:17 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 772
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: >22 ammo Not Ejecting

it's probably not the ammo.

if it worked fine until you swapped the recoil spring and now it doesn't, then suspect the recoil mechanism.

it sounds like something is either out of alignment or...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 03-15-2013, 11:19 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,892
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: 22 revolving rifle??

Oh now I see....

to me, that's a modern, just because i want it rifle.

however, think about when the original was made. revolver technology was cutting edge back then and it was a way to get...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 03-15-2013, 11:12 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 714
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: A good tool to have.

Fatstrat,

I now see why one would be nice to have, especially since I don't mind purchasing used firearms. this would let me offer less for one that I now know I could save.

But, from your...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 03-12-2013, 12:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 714
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: A good tool to have.

what's it do go in through the barrel?
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 03-11-2013, 12:32 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,732
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: JUST BOUGHT .22LR

my buddy has gotten in line more than an hour before opening of both WW or Academy and has struck out for almost three weeks straight. he gets his 223 or pistol ammo but no 22lr. whoda thunk it?
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 03-11-2013, 12:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 607
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 03-11-2013, 12:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 476
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: Citadel M1-22

I'd say neat rifle... if it weren't pink. lol

just kidding, if it takes a pink stock to get the ladies to the range so much the better.

let us know your range results
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 03-11-2013, 12:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 303
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: Walther SP-22

Actually, I bet it does see some screen time in an alien or future space marine type movie. :) lol
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 03-11-2013, 12:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 347
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: subsonic CCI question

LASERDOC,

check out your owner's manual. see if you have an adjustment for the tension spring that the bolt slides back against. several of the AR clones have these and allow for tuning of the...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 03-05-2013, 12:29 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,660
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: Video of how .22 Ammo is made.

JLA,
Still like your emoticon on the bottom of your sig block. :)

I try to keep a bulk pack 500-525 size for each of my own.
Now I have to ration to go shooting. I wait in line at the store...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 03-01-2013, 12:23 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,732
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: JUST BOUGHT .22LR

but like Beth suggested.
A little expensive ammo while you wait for the stocks to come back is better than no ammo
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 02-27-2013, 12:03 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,281
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: recomend me a tactical .22 rifle or pistol

My buddy has the MP5 clone by walther. I think it is offered through Umarex.
it is neat looking, a bit heavy, has a fake suppressor, but works flawlessly with every brand and type of ammunition that...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 02-25-2013, 11:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 390
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: Kinda cool, but IMO a tad pricey.

I understand the reasons for this IF one already has a break action shotgun and the occasional need to reach out a little farther than a pistol will go.

But would I buy one? no, at least not...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 02-22-2013, 12:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 785
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: What are these 22s??

ok have to ask:
What is the difference between the 22long & 22LR?
All I have ever seen in person is 22 shorts and 22LR
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 02-22-2013, 12:32 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,660
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: Video of how .22 Ammo is made.

Hey PONYCAR! what the heck are you shooting where you don't have to reload? :D LOL
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 02-12-2013, 12:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 704
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: Savage Mark II

Have you disassembled and cleaned and inspected and so on and so on? I am presuming yes

first, how far are you shooting when your POI is 8" high?

Not sure if you have confirmed the cause, but...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 02-11-2013, 12:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 341
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: New to Forum

welcome aboard!

always glad to see a 22lr restored to prime condition
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 02-07-2013, 12:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 657
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: Parts for an Armi Jager, A.P. 80

if they don't have what you need, try ammoclip.com they'd have Armi Jager 22lr mags for an AP74 before.
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 01-31-2013, 11:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 653
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: 22LR Scope Help - Variable & Mildot or Similar

So, mag00, what base does your rifle have?
dovetail, Weaver, Picatinny, or a factory drilled setup? It should state in the purchasing paperwork, or browse the savage web site
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 01-31-2013, 11:42 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,626
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: Favorite rimfire HANDGUN

I favor the browning over the ruger just because as a young'n I had issues charging the ruger with its small charging handle. the brownings, I started with a challenger, have a longer area that...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 01-30-2013, 01:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 417
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: BSA scopes

I have a couple of BSA's, though not he sweet, and really like the functionality for the price.
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 01-30-2013, 01:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 653
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: 22LR Scope Help - Variable & Mildot or Similar

A scope can be a personal preference but it sounds like you are in the right area of your options listed above. I just mounted a mildot on my 10/22 and so far am liking being able to use the scope to...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 01-30-2013, 01:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 440
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: First time at range with 1911 & ARMSCOR ammo

i'll throw in.... if not already done, just clean and oil the weapon paying attention for any scoring where there's metal on metal. If your issue is the weapon, it will show quickly. But to me it...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 01-29-2013, 12:00 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,133
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: shorts in a lr ?

yea i had to fess up $42 last week for a true brick of 500 LR's. I do have a bolt that shoots them all, so I think I may just grab a few boxes while I can
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 12-19-2012, 10:44 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,088
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: 22 rifle scope

I've used my own spotting scope more than once to help get someone zeroed for the same reasons. especially when it is a group of guys and one will have his hand me down rifle that he's never shot or...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 12-19-2012, 10:37 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,637
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: Rifle for 22CB shorts

recommend an older single shot bolt. I have a remington and love it, of course there are bunches of other high quality ones. also, everyone that sees it thinks that it is less threatening than some...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 12-11-2012, 11:53 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,685
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: 22lr ammo

depends on the weapon
CCI is first choice for a semi
actually prefer a lead tip round for my single shot bolt.
drops the prey just as well as a HP but less meat damage if I hit mid body
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 12-10-2012, 12:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 546
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: New member with new 22/45

+1 on practice, practice, practice....

I have one pistol that took me almost a year on monthly range visits to get consistent with. Consistent meaning as, a noticeable grouping, with my other...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 12-10-2012, 11:53 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,238
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: Bug Out 22lr?

watched this thread for several months now. no real bad answers as each response seems tailored to the individual's needs. which is what a BOB weapon should be.

I have several options, the choice...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 10-19-2012, 09:40 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,147
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: 10-22 jamming problems?

I had a similar issue this past year and posted a bunch on it. i didn't find this thread, but had the same issue with the magazines. for my 10/22 it was a two-fold problem. made the magazine mods and...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 10-19-2012, 09:21 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 989
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: Browning Challenger III

I have had one since it was new back in 1985. I think that they are wonderful pistols. as for a magazine, i found on online a few years ago. just don't get one that says it is conpatible with the...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 08-27-2012, 11:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 747
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: cheap and accurate, YES!!!!!

where I'm at, If they are damaging property, eating your feed, or may be diseased, you can deal with the infestation year round. :)
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 07-24-2012, 12:01 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,875
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: sweet .22 scope

Beth,
a Suggestion,

can you take a pic of the scope for the forum and post it?
zero the rifle at the range and windage that you want and snap a shot just like it is.
Post that shot and let one...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 07-10-2012, 11:48 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,196
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: Longest confermed 22 kill

old grump,

well i was caught by my buddy. he still brings it up once in a while. I'm the "Window masher"

we never would have shot at the place if we weren't positive it was vacant and going to...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 07-09-2012, 12:55 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,196
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: Longest confermed 22 kill

Does a plate glass window at 200 yds count?

ok I admit it.... it wasn't intentional I was aiming for and old chime on an abandoned house and was off by more than a few feet.
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 07-09-2012, 12:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 440
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: Mossberg 352 mag

sounds like a winner to me :)
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 07-09-2012, 11:13 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 440
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: Mossberg 352 mag

just FYI

Ammoclip.com offers to notify if when a part comes in. not sure if that helps your situation
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 07-09-2012, 11:05 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 416
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: Mitchell Arms TrophyII Magazine

try
ammoclip.com
gunpartscorp.com (Umerich's)
they both usually have a wide selection
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 07-09-2012, 11:03 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 11,293
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: Remington 341 - A Classic Old Rifle

All nice presentations of what i learned to shoot with.

BWDilli,

Thanks for the pic showing the rear site aperature!! i now know what the heck the two tapped holes were for on my families'...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 06-25-2012, 12:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,684
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: Adler Jäger AP74

Radgpz,

do you have for the old or new style bolt?
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 06-19-2012, 11:49 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,704
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: 10/22 volquartsen 2000 trigger & FTE

thanks for the advice, but my intentions were to identify why i started having problems.
I'll review:
the first 1/2 of the box in question worked falwlessly, like the other two or three of the...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 06-18-2012, 11:55 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,704
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: 10/22 volquartsen 2000 trigger & FTE

OK got into the rifle this weekend. pulled it apart down to the bolt. when i clip a round in, it will stay in place on the bolt but does wiggle a little bit. I looked at the face and didn't see...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 06-15-2012, 05:43 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,704
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: 10/22 volquartsen 2000 trigger & FTE

Have an Update:

managed not to mess with the rifle until I got to the range for a bit today.

while i had several fliers (weak loads) in the 100 rds of the Federal that I shot, I only had two...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 06-15-2012, 04:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,498
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: 3/4 inch tubed variable powered scope for 22

You are right. My Bad. it is a Tasco 2x7 with the TV-30-30. i shoot mainly at 6x since my range only has 25 & 100 yd options
:o
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 06-14-2012, 12:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,498
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: 3/4 inch tubed variable powered scope for 22

I'll check my 3-9 that i put on my Henry. it came with 10mm mounts and is 3/4" tube. i found it at a local walmart it was for rim fires & air rifles. just don't recall the manufacturer
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 06-12-2012, 12:00 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,112
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: June Giveaway #2

i'm in as well
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 06-11-2012, 01:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,153
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: My sons first handgun.

mine was a Browning Challenger III. Bought it for my 21st Birthday back in '85. still have it. :)

while i have no children, i have taught friends, their kiddos, 2 commisioned officers, a warrant...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 06-11-2012, 12:50 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,207
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: Need Opinions Please

Mike... if you have the time, look for a gun show in your area. that way you are almost assured to ge able tolet her handle the majority of what is available.

Also, since you mentioned...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 06-08-2012, 12:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,220
Posted By Curlyjoe_99
Re: If your .22 magnum is zeroed in at 30 yards?

ok did my let fly for you. some numbers are approximate

.22 WMR (30gr at 1910fps- check your box data) Ballistic Coefficient .100, zeroed at 30yds, sights above bore at 1" (it matters- if yours...
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