Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum
Today, 08:24 PM
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
Today, 02:16 PM
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Re: seen primers hit 100$/1000 !!!
Still $40/1000 around here, several places. I got used to paying $30/1000. When I started, probly '99, CCI was either $13 or $15/1000. I thought it was gettin rough when they hit $20/1000. Lol.
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
05-19-2013, 11:53 PM
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Replies: 39
Views: 906
Re: Full Length Guide Rod
A downside to full length guides falls into using it for SD. Supose your weak hand (or arm) is useless for whatever reason and you need to rack the slide. Cant do it with 1 hand. With the standard...
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Forum: The Pre-Ban Forum
05-19-2013, 11:22 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 645
Re: AR Trigger
Keep in mind that they are CASE HARDENED parts, meaning that its just the outside that is hardened. So a little polishing goes a long ways. It doesnt take much to get through the casr hardening, then...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
05-19-2013, 08:56 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 327
Re: Reloading?
Another vote for Power Pistol. I load alot of cast 127RNs on 6g of PP. Stuff meters great, clean as most, and just does a good job. I use it in 9mm, .45, and dump 10g of it in the .357 with the 125g...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
05-19-2013, 08:49 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 253
Re: Golden .22 LR ammunition?
If it makes anyone feel better, i spent about $72 on 1575 rounds Fri evening. Granted, it was Remington bulk (alot of people complain about it but it suits my purposes). Walmarts are still gettin in...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
05-18-2013, 10:02 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 405
Re: how good is good
How good is good enough is up to you and your needs. MOA wont win any competitions, but will put food on the table all day long. Whatever makes you happy and suits your needs. If you want the 1 hole...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
05-18-2013, 09:51 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 549
Re: Just joined the 1 mile club!
A buddy has that rifle too, with a mk4 and a BORS. We handload for it and have excellenr results out to our 1100 yd plate. We haven't had the chance to extend the range yet but most likely will this...
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
08-02-2012, 01:33 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 596
Re: Does keeping magazines loaded damage them?
I agree, the constant use does more to wear them out than storage. But also, keep in mind that cheap mags usually have cheap springs, so they will usually wear out quickest and are more subject to...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
07-22-2012, 04:03 PM
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Replies: 47
Views: 2,779
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Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum
07-22-2012, 03:48 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 1,334
Re: Rifle purchase for daughter
Definitely check your state's legal requirements. If a .22 centerfire is legal, I'd suggest the .22-250, just make sure there is a good quality hunting bullet seated in it and not a varmint bullet....
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
07-17-2012, 01:39 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 830
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Forum: Self Defense Tactics & Weapons
07-07-2012, 11:48 PM
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Replies: 49
Views: 3,611
Re: Home defense AR: Kept w/ round in chamber?
Someday, I'll be able to keep a loaded weapon within reach at all times. But for now, the kids are only half grown and it only takes ONCE for something to happen. (Of course, it's always loaded when...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
07-07-2012, 11:26 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,031
Re: Copper BB's in reloading!?
You sure you have copper BBs? Most likely copper plated steel. IF they're copper, sell them to the scrap yard and buy twice as many copper plated steel BBs.
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
07-05-2012, 01:18 PM
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Replies: 31
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Re: I HAVE A NEW STOEGER COUCH 12G SHOTGUN
Couch gun, I like that. lol. The Stoeger coachgun is well worth the $379 price tag. Great feel (especially the beavertail forearm) and reliable. The 3" chambers are a big plus, but both barrels with...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
07-04-2012, 01:09 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 770
Re: Need some advice on tumbler media
Stick with treated corn cob, or treat it yourself and maybe save a little. Run the cut up dryer sheets in it now and then to pull the gunk out of it. Add a little reactivator when it seems to be...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
06-20-2012, 02:10 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 835
Re: Inconsistent Bullet Seating Depth.
Personally, I prefer Nosler. They seem to be more consistent and definitely shoot better for me. But, thats in my .308. The 168g BTHP form Nosler is by far better that the Sierra 168g BTHP, but...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
06-20-2012, 01:21 AM
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Replies: 6
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Re: herters 9mm
The 7.62X39 from Herters seems fine, but like most SKSs and AKs, mine will eat most anything. I don't put any steel cases in any 9mm that I have. Not to say that it shouldn't be done, I just don't....
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
06-20-2012, 01:13 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 795
Re: savage 110 ba value-help please
Just make sure to wear gloves if ya plan on handling it in the winter. All those sharp edges....lol. Heck of a rifle though. And you get plenty of practice at cleaning with it. Gotta swab out the...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
06-19-2012, 01:03 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,028
Re: rifle and shotgun
I have a Stevens .22/.410 (prior to the Savage 24 version) that was my late grandfathers for many years, and his late brother's for a long time prior to that. I'd hate to try to guess how many times...
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Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum
06-02-2012, 01:44 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 497
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Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum
06-02-2012, 01:42 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 822
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
06-02-2012, 01:17 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 675
Re: Looking for a good used Double 12gauge
The last 2 SxSs that I picked up were Stevens 311 and a Stevens 5100. Pretty much the same gun, different years. $200-$350, depending of course. Very solid shotguns. Rarely do you find one that is...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
05-22-2012, 08:10 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,171
Re: Savage 111
I do love the .25-06, but I'm gonna have to say a moose may be a little too much for it. I have not hunted moose, so I can not say for sure. As for the rifle/cartridge combo on accuracy, I doubt...
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Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum
05-21-2012, 08:05 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 792
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Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum
05-21-2012, 12:37 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 792
Re: Springfield 5100 12g double
Any idea of what any of the stampings on the water table mean? Maybe just assembly marks from various lines or people, QA, etc.? Still not completely convinced just when the 5100 ended, either '40...
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Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum
05-20-2012, 01:28 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 792
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Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum
05-20-2012, 01:19 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 792
Re: Springfield 5100 12g double
I had always heard the date stamp was on the water table from '49 on. But also that the 5100 became 311 in '41, with the Springfield name being dropped in '48. Not at all trying to say you are not...
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Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum
05-19-2012, 08:56 PM
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Replies: 7
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Springfield 5100 12g double
Recently purchased a Springfield (Stevens) 5100 12g double (tenite stocks). I wish I could post a pic of the shiny purplish receiver. it really looks nice, but not the same look as my '50s 311s. ...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
04-18-2012, 11:42 PM
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Replies: 3
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Re: Old Powder
Id just find a creative way to dispose of it and get a new can. Anytime you have a doubt, take it as good advice. Sure, you could be "wasting" perfectly good powder, but then again you are just about...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
04-18-2012, 11:23 PM
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Replies: 9
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Re: God I love my Swift!
I have never shot with a high end scope, nothing over $700. The Springfield Armory was nice to shoot with, the Sheperd was ok, mid-range Leupolds bout the same, but I don't see ever upgrading from...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
04-11-2012, 01:18 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 661
Re: Time Question
My suggestion is to not even think about how many you can make in a short time. Safety first. I use a T-mag 2 and hand prime everything. I really have no idea how long it takes to make however...
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Forum: The Pre-Ban Forum
03-27-2012, 01:11 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 4,274
Re: SKS legality
The Norinco shouldn't have the gas diverter. Check your gas ports, sounds like they are plugged.
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Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum
03-22-2012, 11:07 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 817
Re: could it be worth it?
Haven't seen any 94s around here for that price in quite awhile. And that's just the rifle alone. I'd jump on it if I had the chance. The prices of Winchester lever actions have went up quite abit...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
03-21-2012, 08:56 PM
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Replies: 44
Views: 1,371
Re: Shell Holders
Perty much. Although, not all brands of shellholders are interchangeable with other brands of equipment.
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
03-21-2012, 08:49 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 4,281
Re: H 380 powder
I've used the scoops several times when I didn't want to switch the thrower over and I was only going to load up a handfull of something. They are great for gettin ya close, but I only used the scoop...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
03-21-2012, 03:42 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 1,299
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Forum: The Pre-Ban Forum
03-21-2012, 03:37 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 3,585
Re: Mak-90 stock
Very nice looking. I am considering the saw type grip, it is pretty comfy. I would like to try the Hogue grip as well. Most have felt good on others but there has been a few that just seemed too thin...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
03-20-2012, 11:49 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 1,299
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
03-20-2012, 12:55 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 551
Re: Bargain new brass?
As for foreign brass such as Norma and Lapua, one of the magazine did a comparison of brass case life for a rifle cartridge and found that none of the foreign brass had longevity significantly...
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Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum
03-20-2012, 12:35 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 4,532
Re: 22mag vs. 22LR
IDK if theyre still available but a few years ago there were a few videos on youtube where they were shooting a "retired" kevlar vest with both rounds with various ammunition. Most of the .22mags...
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Forum: The Pre-Ban Forum
03-20-2012, 12:27 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 3,585
Re: Mak-90 stock
Yea, it's the straight receiver. Chinese surplus wood is pretty much a direct replacement, with the buttstock sometimes needing fitted down just a little. But I really need to go with U.S. furniture,...
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
03-20-2012, 12:13 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 914
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
03-20-2012, 12:07 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 887
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
03-19-2012, 08:47 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 589
Re: Dies for lead 30-30
The only cast bullets that I've loaded in .30-30 were a bevel-base 170g flat point so wasn't any concern with getting them in the case. They were given to me in a ziploc bag so no idea where they...
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Forum: The Pre-Ban Forum
03-19-2012, 08:39 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 3,585
Re: Mak-90 stock
I said that I'm not a fan of ATI products, was not meant to put down your opinion. I don't care for Fords either but I do not care what you want to drive, you have your choice and I have mine. And...
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Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum
03-19-2012, 08:24 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 430
Re: H&R Sportsman Information
I was just informed that Mr. Goforth passed away. I apologize to anyone that took offense. He was an incredible wealth of knowledge and information, and I'm sure that what he shared here was only the...
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Forum: Knives & Edged Items
03-19-2012, 06:19 PM
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Replies: 60
Views: 4,532
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
03-19-2012, 06:03 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 551
Re: Bargain new brass?
I've never had any problems with CBC .357mag cases, some have been loaded half dozen times now. Not trying to say that all their cases are good, just that the .357s seem just fine. But I have to...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
03-19-2012, 05:57 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,008
Re: which powder is better
Try them both. Thats the only way to see which it likes better. I've never used any 4350 in .308 so I have no idea how it is. But I've used quite abit of the 4064 and 4895 of IMR. My most accurate...
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