Forum: General Military Arms & History Forum
10-05-2005, 07:37 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 3,574
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Forum: General Military Arms & History Forum
10-04-2005, 08:13 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 3,574
My (new to me)1864 Springfield Musket
Hi Guys,I bought an (what I believe to be an original)1864 Springfield for $425. I bought it from a dealer that I know fairly well, well enough that I'm sure he wouldn't intentionally give me a line...
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Forum: General Discussion
06-17-2005, 07:53 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 446
Is a Father's day Gift a Straw Purchase???
Hi Guys, I was thinking of buying my dad a Russian M-38 Carbine for Father's day, as he has wanted one for awhile... So If I buy it, the paperwork will be in my name, so it would be a straw purchase...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
06-04-2005, 02:28 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,929
Re: Sam Walton Remington 1100
ooopss, sorry, forgot one of the most important parts....
Original price was $699.97 marked down to $399, IMHO, $399 for a brand new 1100 is a pretty good deal....
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
06-03-2005, 08:58 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,929
Sam Walton Remington 1100
Hi Guys, just a heads up. I'll probably be chastized for buying a gun a Wal-Mart, but the price was irresistable....
Anyway, Wal-Mart had Remington make a run of 1100 in 12, 20 & 28 Gauge with an...
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Forum: General Discussion
05-06-2005, 07:14 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,007
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Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum
04-11-2005, 07:39 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 644
10/22 MG42 kit
Anyone ever try one of those MG42 stocks for a 10/22, Thinking of getting one. I'm wondering if they are of good quality?
Thanks!
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
04-06-2005, 07:36 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,497
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
04-04-2005, 10:56 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,497
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
04-04-2005, 07:50 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,497
Re: Anyone care to report on Ruger 77/44
Thanks Ron, I bought the 77/44, I paid $420 + Tax brand new in box. I like the look and feel of the gun. Hope it shoots well. I plan to try everything in it, from 240 grain hard cast bullets to...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
04-01-2005, 10:11 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 2,497
Anyone care to report on Ruger 77/44
Thinking about buying one... Heard that Ruger has discontinued them, so I'm thinking I should jump on one before it's too late.... I mostly plan to use it as a plinker... I would like to shoot some...
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
03-10-2005, 09:10 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 891
Re: Anyone ever try to make a stock from scratch?
Thanks for the encouragement! Blue Tick, You did a fabulous job on that stock!
I've thought about using a mill bit in my drill press as well, but I've also heard never to use a drill press as a...
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
03-09-2005, 04:20 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 891
Anyone ever try to make a stock from scratch?
Hi Guys, I just bought a Remington made French Berthier Rifle off of *********.com for $125.00. It was partially Sporterized by someone.
When it arrived I cleaned the bore, and the bore looks...
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
02-02-2005, 09:19 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 670
Re: High Gloss Stock
If it has enough of a base on the existing finish, you could polish it up with brownells stock polishing compunds. I frequently do that on guns I buy used. I use 3f and then 5f, make sure to get a...
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
02-01-2005, 11:53 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 939
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
02-01-2005, 07:59 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 939
Colt Revolver Dissasembly & Hot Bluing Advice
Hi Guys, I've invested some time and money in a small Hot Bluing set up. For now, I'm only set up to do pistols. I Bought a Ruger Standard model pistol for $89 a couple of weeks ago, it had some rust...
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Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum
01-17-2005, 09:29 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 2,214
Re: Ruger Standard Pistol (not mk2)
Thanks Guys, The serial # is 11-82xxx I looked on Rugers website and found that it was made in 1974, 4 years before I was made :)
Anyway, the grip frame is marked A-100 under the grip, and I...
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Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum
01-14-2005, 11:56 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 2,214
Ruger Standard Pistol (not mk2)
Hi Guys, I have a question... I purchased a used Ruger .22lr semi auto pistol, kind looks like a Luger. It's in nice shape,a nd I got it from the shop for $89, the shop owner said the fellow that...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
01-05-2005, 01:47 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 16,560
Beretta Tomcat or Kel-tec P3AT
I'm thinking of getting a new carry pistol, and I'm torn between the Tomcat and the Kel Tec 380...
Cartridge wise, I'd go with the 380, quality wise, I would go with the tomcat...
My Dealer has...
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Forum: General Discussion
10-28-2004, 10:09 AM
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Replies: 96
Views: 4,483
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
10-26-2004, 02:22 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 912
Re: Lead Alloying???
Thanks for the Link inplanotx!
Wow, he's kind of expensive, $7.50 per lb of antimony... After I typed the first message I put antimony in an ebay search and found several items, including a...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
10-26-2004, 12:06 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 912
Lead Alloying???
Hi Guys, I've been casting bullets for years with wheelweights, However, I have depleted my supply... My solution was collect berdan primed brass at the range, everytime I was there, I'd spend 5...
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Forum: General Discussion
10-25-2004, 09:41 AM
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Replies: 96
Views: 4,483
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Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum
10-21-2004, 07:13 AM
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Replies: 0
Views: 1,017
Sale at Gander Mountain
Gander Mountain has a sale on the .22LR Romanian model 1969 Trainers.
Well, at least the Gander Mountain here in New Hartford NY Has them on Sale for $39.99 each. I bought 2 gems, and father...
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
10-18-2004, 07:19 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 2,778
Re: Savage Model 23c 32-20
Thanks CountryGunsmith, I'm pretty much on my own with this one. The only local gunshop around here does not carry anything like this. They mostly cater to guys who buy assault weapons and shotguns...
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
10-17-2004, 05:52 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 2,778
Savage Model 23c 32-20
Hey Guys, check out this neat Savage Model 23c in 32-20 WCF, I picked it up locally for $225, supposedly it was made in the 1930's, and it looks near new, and the bore is pristine :D .
My Burning...
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Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum
10-13-2004, 10:31 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 645
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Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum
10-12-2004, 02:28 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 645
Dealer Prices & New Guns
OK Guys, I'm considering purchasing one of the following brand new. Here are the prices my dealer quoted me, are they in the ballpark???
#1 is a Ruger 77/22 Hornet RH, Blued w/ Walnut stock....
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
10-05-2004, 07:05 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 2,967
Re: 1917 Enfield Front Sight
Thanks... I managed to get it off. I kept hitting it with a hammer and a wooden block to no avail. Finally I used a metal punch against the sight, which did the trick. I think the wood was too...
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
10-04-2004, 07:08 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 2,967
1917 Enfield Front Sight
Hi Guys, I am looking for some advice.... I have a 1917 Enfield that someone slightly sporterized by cutting the stock down. I want to return the rifle to it's original configuration, so I purchased...
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Forum: Curio & Relics Forum
09-28-2004, 11:55 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 850
Re: Midway discounts with C&R?
Yes Midway does honor a C&R 03 FFL for dealer discounts, as does Brownells.
With my C&R on file at Midway, I typically save 10 %
Here is a link describing their dealer info...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
09-07-2004, 01:22 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 958
Re: Tight primers
I have had the same problem with Sellier & Bellot brass in 30 Carbine.... I use Winchester Small Rifle primers, and they seat nicely in all my 30 carbine brass (Remington & Federal) but they go in...
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Forum: General Military Arms & History Forum
09-02-2004, 07:51 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 2,190
Re: M1 Carbine Shooters
I have an IMI made carbine. They stopped making them a few years ago. I love mine, and shoot it quite frequently. It is very accurate, and cheap to shoot as well...
I reload for mine, using H-110...
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Forum: Curio & Relics Forum
08-20-2004, 10:03 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,234
Aim $109 Yugo SKS Purchase Report
As posted earlier, I ordered another Yugo 59/66 SKS from Aim Surplus. I already had an unissued one, that I do not want to shoot, so I went with the $109 for a shooter.
Aim's ad says it may come...
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Forum: Curio & Relics Forum
08-18-2004, 08:13 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 1,419
Ordered Another Yugo 59/66 SKS
Well, I put in an order with Aim for $109 Yugo 59/66 SKS from Aim, I got one from them about a year ago, it its in new condition. I love it, but I dont shoot it much, because it is so nice.
So I...
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Forum: The Constitutional & RKBA Forum
08-11-2004, 01:30 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 749
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
07-29-2004, 02:09 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 677
Re: Stock rubbing compounds?
Thanks CountryGunsmith, I put in an order today to Browells.... I have a C&R FFL, and they honored it for a trade discount as well.... Nice People!
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
07-28-2004, 01:12 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 677
Stock rubbing compounds?
Hi Guys, I have a Boyds Ross Thumbhole Varmiter stock for a Tweedish Mauser sporter that I'm building. I want a Ultra high gloss finish on it. It's coming out pretty good. I have 7 coats of Olympic...
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Forum: General Discussion
07-24-2004, 08:55 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 722
Re: Favorite school stories
I remember in 12th grade the school allowed the seniors to drive to school, but you had to have good enough grades to get a parking tag. I had barely enough grades to earn my tag, so one day I drove...
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Forum: Curio & Relics Forum
07-06-2004, 01:32 PM
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Replies: 28
Views: 8,793
Re: Swiss K31 Rifles
I agree, they are some of the finest military rifles ever made. I have three, two are K-31's, and one Gew 1911. They are super accurate.
BTW, I reload for mine using .284 Winchester brass and Lee...
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Forum: The Fire For Effect and Totally Politically Incorrect Forum
07-02-2004, 10:44 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 707
Re: I want this WITCH out of my state
I feel your pain Danurve!!!! I cant stand the fact that she represents us! I voted for Lazio, but because of NYC, she got in. I wish we could break upstate and downstate into two different states... ...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
07-02-2004, 07:50 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 760
Re: dial calipers
I bought the same Frankfort Arsenal Calipers from Midway 2+ Years ago, and they have been great!
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Forum: The Pump House Saloon
07-02-2004, 07:02 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,054
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Forum: General Military Arms & History Forum
07-01-2004, 08:24 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,458
Re: Anyone seen "Gods and Generals"???
I've seen both God's and Generals, and Gettysburg, and I love them both, I think they both show what the people were going through during those troubled times...
God's and Generals received a lot...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
06-30-2004, 09:09 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,257
Re: BSA optics
I bought a BSA Scope from Midway when they first came out. It was a variable power, adjustable objective, and I put it on a 10-22 heavy barrel. After I fired the second shot with the scope on, I...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
06-30-2004, 09:04 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,098
Re: Winchester '94 "Trails End"
I had a Winchester '94 Trails End in 45 Colt once. It was a great gun, and it shot very well. Come to think of it, I dont know why I traded it... I wish I still had it...
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Forum: Curio & Relics Forum
06-03-2004, 09:27 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 693
My father has one, and it is quite accurate....
My father has one, and it is quite accurate. However, he does shoot light reloads in it. It was originally meant to shoot 7.62 Cemte. With his light re-loads, I estimate the power as being in between...
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Forum: Curio & Relics Forum
05-26-2004, 11:49 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 744
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Forum: Curio & Relics Forum
05-24-2004, 09:47 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,458
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Forum: Curio & Relics Forum
05-24-2004, 09:44 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,046
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