How did you find TFF? - Page 2 - The Firearms Forum

howlnmad · 12-11-2011, 04:12 PM

I googled gun forums and found this site. I lurked for the longest time before I joined. Stupid of me to wait.
I still belong to several other forums but rarely ever go to them. I've found a family here.

CampingJosh · 12-11-2011, 04:30 PM

I was seeking information for my first handgun purchase. An internet search brought me here, and the vast library of knowledge drew me in. But it wasn't until I started posting that I really got hooked.

This place is a community, more like a shooting club than just an information source. We share information about firearms and related items, sure, but we also spend a lot of time just discussing what goes on in life. And it's conversations like these that make so many of the members here my friends, even though I've never met them face to face.

Rocketman1 · 12-11-2011, 05:02 PM

I was looking for information on my grandfather's Iver Johnson, and was very impressed with the wealth of information and help that Bill Goforth gave me. Of course the gun wasn't worth much, but Bill was able to give me enough information on the gun, to help confirm the stories and history that I had on the gun. Bill may not have realized it, but that meet a great deal to me.

I fell in love with the folks here and never left. I don't post often, I lurk mostly trying to learn as much as I can. Theres a great bunch of guys and gals here willing to share their knowledge.

bmpeele · 12-11-2011, 05:52 PM

A friend whose Father used this site turned me to it and I lurked for a while before joining. Sadly his dad died before I joined here so I had to introduce myself to everyone. It's a great bunch of people on here and I may be absent for a while but I will try and check in every now and then.

Albtraum · 12-11-2011, 05:56 PM

Received a .22 that didn't work, I joined several forums making threads covering the same issues with the gun. This one was by far the most helpful and after following the advice I was given, the rifle worked flawlessly and so I stayed here.

raven818 · 12-11-2011, 06:15 PM

I was ( am ) tired of moderators who would go after you, along with many of their cronies, if you posted something they didn't like. There is a well know brand forum that deletes every post they don't agree with.

Right now, the place is hugely covered by ads. Folks are complaining about the lack of space because of the ads. Those same cronies are eating them alive, one after the other, because they don't pay to be there, by donating. Losing otherwise productive membership. I was one of them.

One stop here, finding the Fire For Effect, and I knew I was home.

Capt Mac Turk · 12-11-2011, 07:58 PM

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Originally Posted by CB350

I bought an Iver Johnson pistol. I quickly found out this forum was a gold mine of info on Iver Johnson due to Bill Goforth. He has passed away but his spirit lives on in TFF.

I To inherated an Iver Jhonson after my pops passed & was having trouble with it was looking at stuff & Found a BILL Goforth thread & was realy bummed to find of his Passing But one of his threads is how I ended up here,

AND all the GREAT people!

JohnHenry · 12-11-2011, 08:20 PM

Just stumbled on TFF as a matter of pure, dumb luck .... I've been on other boards, but, the "people" caused me to start looking elsewhere .

mogunner · 12-11-2011, 08:55 PM

Actually, a gentleman named Josh Smith who makes adjustable front sight for the Mosin Nagants is responsible for me stumbling in the door here... as a business member of his "Mosin Guild" I was looking over his website one day to view what he had done with the links to my Mosin sight adjusting tool website and lo and behold I saw his "recommended websites" and at the top was this forum so I decided to check it out...haven't been here long but enjoying the company and the information.

Ken W · 12-11-2011, 09:45 PM

I was looking for info on a couple H&R revolvers. Discovered this was the best firearms forum out there, especially for vintage items, and stuck around.

gdmoody · 12-11-2011, 10:22 PM

To be honest, I don't remember how I found it. I really do enjoy the friendships I have made here, even though I have met only about a dozen of you face to face.

The important thing, to me. is that I DID find TFF.

Ronnie02 · 12-11-2011, 10:43 PM

I googled trying to find info about a pistol and this forum was in the search results, read a lil bit and decided to sign up. Glad I did!

hardball1962 · 12-12-2011, 06:22 AM

358 Winchester,and Gabob told me I should check out this forum. I have been a member for a long time but post rarely, by the time I get to read most threads the questions have already been answered. There are people on here that amaze me with the amount of knowlege they have. 358 thought a lot of the admins on here, and after coming here and seeing how this forum is run, I know why.

bakerconch · 12-12-2011, 07:28 AM

DOUBLE D dit it. Dan is a friend of mine and he kept telling me about this forum and how good, knowledgeable, and friendly the people are here. Turns out, he was right.
I am glad to be a member.

nynomad · 12-12-2011, 07:35 AM

Googled Firearm Forum - lurked for awhile. Then signed up as this is the best forum.

carver · 12-12-2011, 08:31 AM

I remember like it was yesterday. I was running around on the web looking for information on some guns, found this forum, and lurked for a couple of weeks on the puter at work. I had been involved in several on line forums, all motorcycle related, and had some on the net that I had started myself. I was impressed with the knowledge of the members here, and the way everyone just got along with one another. Printed up a page from the forum, came home, and signed up! One of the first things I do almost every morning is to check out the latest on TFF. And the good people here let me post too! Imagine that!

Double Deuce · 12-12-2011, 08:47 AM

Was looking to get tha value of a gun that I wanted to sell.

Gabob · 12-12-2011, 11:55 AM

My late friend, 358 Winchester ,suggested that I check it out.

sting75ray · 12-12-2011, 08:20 PM

Al Gore told me about TFF right after he invented the internet. LOL I was looking for some reloading info and happened across TFF. There seemed to be a lot of great people here and some tremendous knowledge so I stuck around.

dad2thebone · 12-12-2011, 08:36 PM

This was the first forum i found and i watched for about 15 mins and joined. the people here are so respectful and friendly i dont look at other forums as i feel at home here. Again i thank y'all for being here .

cycloneman · 12-12-2011, 08:49 PM

I only remember i was searching for something to do with guns or ammo or powder. Came across it. I had never been on a forum before and did not know what this was all about. This is the first forum i joined and by the grace of God still here. Met some nice people from here. The late great 358 and a bunch of wonderful gents in Ga too.

idsman75 · 12-13-2011, 04:29 AM

Either Gabob or 358Winchester mentioned it to me. I lurk but can't remember the last time I posted.

DixieLandMan · 12-13-2011, 09:24 AM

I think I was looking for information on a few old guns of mine.

Songman · 12-13-2011, 11:26 PM

Me and Shooter45 had a mutual friend who introduced us so when he told me about his forum I looked it up and was totally impressed!

StoneChimney · 12-14-2011, 06:01 AM

I originally joined in 2002 as one of the 'miscreants' that migrated from another board - the one known as Brand X here. I remember Bob in St Louis, PolishShooter, Xracer, 358 Winchester and a bunch of folks from back then. Left for quite a while, then found my way back. Best gun forum on the net.

12-11-2011, 04:12 PM	#26
howlnmad Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Harriman, Tn Contributor Posts: 2,637	Re: How did you find TFF? I googled gun forums and found this site. I lurked for the longest time before I joined. Stupid of me to wait. I still belong to several other forums but rarely ever go to them. I've found a family here. __________________

12-11-2011, 04:30 PM	#27
CampingJosh TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Indiana Contributor Posts: 4,799	Re: How did you find TFF? I was seeking information for my first handgun purchase. An internet search brought me here, and the vast library of knowledge drew me in. But it wasn't until I started posting that I really got hooked. This place is a community, more like a shooting club than just an information source. We share information about firearms and related items, sure, but we also spend a lot of time just discussing what goes on in life. And it's conversations like these that make so many of the members here my friends, even though I've never met them face to face. __________________ Nothing posted on TheFirearmsForum.com constitutes legal, accounting, gunsmithing, or other professional advice. Readers are encouraged to consult with qualified professionals for real advice. Your life is lived at your own risk. Don't blame me for the dumb things you do.

12-11-2011, 05:02 PM	#28
Rocketman1 Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 1,107	Re: How did you find TFF? I was looking for information on my grandfather's Iver Johnson, and was very impressed with the wealth of information and help that Bill Goforth gave me. Of course the gun wasn't worth much, but Bill was able to give me enough information on the gun, to help confirm the stories and history that I had on the gun. Bill may not have realized it, but that meet a great deal to me. I fell in love with the folks here and never left. I don't post often, I lurk mostly trying to learn as much as I can. Theres a great bunch of guys and gals here willing to share their knowledge. __________________ There is no such thing as a gun accident. Irresponsible gun owners cause so-called gun accidents. Last edited by Rocketman1; 12-11-2011 at 09:06 PM..

12-11-2011, 05:52 PM	#29
bmpeele V.I.P. Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: The grand old state of North Carolina Posts: 492	Re: How did you find TFF? A friend whose Father used this site turned me to it and I lurked for a while before joining. Sadly his dad died before I joined here so I had to introduce myself to everyone. It's a great bunch of people on here and I may be absent for a while but I will try and check in every now and then. __________________ It's not the size, it's the placement of the bullet.

12-11-2011, 05:56 PM	#30
Albtraum Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: California Posts: 686	Re: How did you find TFF? Received a .22 that didn't work, I joined several forums making threads covering the same issues with the gun. This one was by far the most helpful and after following the advice I was given, the rifle worked flawlessly and so I stayed here.

12-11-2011, 06:15 PM	#31
raven818 Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Jax, Fl. Contributor Posts: 4,439	Re: How did you find TFF? I was ( am ) tired of moderators who would go after you, along with many of their cronies, if you posted something they didn't like. There is a well know brand forum that deletes every post they don't agree with. Right now, the place is hugely covered by ads. Folks are complaining about the lack of space because of the ads. Those same cronies are eating them alive, one after the other, because they don't pay to be there, by donating. Losing otherwise productive membership. I was one of them. One stop here, finding the Fire For Effect, and I knew I was home. __________________ Firearms and Salt Water Fishing Retired 42 Years LEO

12-11-2011, 08:20 PM	#33
JohnHenry Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Livingston county, Michigan Posts: 1,244	Re: How did you find TFF? Just stumbled on TFF as a matter of pure, dumb luck .... I've been on other boards, but, the "people" caused me to start looking elsewhere . __________________ Freedom .... Is Never Free ! We need Term Limits .... Send the "Professional Politicians" home .

12-11-2011, 08:55 PM	#34
mogunner Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Eastern Missouri Posts: 1,049	Re: How did you find TFF? Actually, a gentleman named Josh Smith who makes adjustable front sight for the Mosin Nagants is responsible for me stumbling in the door here... as a business member of his "Mosin Guild" I was looking over his website one day to view what he had done with the links to my Mosin sight adjusting tool website and lo and behold I saw his "recommended websites" and at the top was this forum so I decided to check it out...haven't been here long but enjoying the company and the information.

12-11-2011, 09:45 PM	#35
Ken W V.I.P. Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Asheville, NC Posts: 346	Re: How did you find TFF? I was looking for info on a couple H&R revolvers. Discovered this was the best firearms forum out there, especially for vintage items, and stuck around.

12-11-2011, 10:22 PM	#36
gdmoody Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Northeast Georgia Contributor Posts: 6,407	Re: How did you find TFF? To be honest, I don't remember how I found it. I really do enjoy the friendships I have made here, even though I have met only about a dozen of you face to face. The important thing, to me. is that I DID find TFF. __________________ NRA Endowment Member GeorgiaCarry.Org Member Retired US Army Postal Worker Personally, I carry a gun because I'm too young to die and too old to take an ass whoopin'.....author unknown (but obviously brilliant)

12-11-2011, 10:43 PM	#37
Ronnie02 V.I.P. Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Posts: 101	Re: How did you find TFF? I googled trying to find info about a pistol and this forum was in the search results, read a lil bit and decided to sign up. Glad I did!

12-12-2011, 06:22 AM	#38
hardball1962 Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 27	Re: How did you find TFF? 358 Winchester,and Gabob told me I should check out this forum. I have been a member for a long time but post rarely, by the time I get to read most threads the questions have already been answered. There are people on here that amaze me with the amount of knowlege they have. 358 thought a lot of the admins on here, and after coming here and seeing how this forum is run, I know why.

12-12-2011, 07:28 AM	#39
bakerconch V.I.P. Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: North Florida Posts: 259	Re: How did you find TFF? DOUBLE D dit it. Dan is a friend of mine and he kept telling me about this forum and how good, knowledgeable, and friendly the people are here. Turns out, he was right. I am glad to be a member.

12-12-2011, 07:35 AM	#40
nynomad V.I.P. Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 380	Re: How did you find TFF? Googled Firearm Forum - lurked for awhile. Then signed up as this is the best forum.

12-12-2011, 08:31 AM	#41
carver TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: DAV, Deep in the Pineywoods of East Texas, just west of Shreveport, LA Contributor Posts: 11,546	Re: How did you find TFF? I remember like it was yesterday. I was running around on the web looking for information on some guns, found this forum, and lurked for a couple of weeks on the puter at work. I had been involved in several on line forums, all motorcycle related, and had some on the net that I had started myself. I was impressed with the knowledge of the members here, and the way everyone just got along with one another. Printed up a page from the forum, came home, and signed up! One of the first things I do almost every morning is to check out the latest on TFF. And the good people here let me post too! Imagine that! __________________ Y'all be safe now, ya hear! Lamentations Chapter 5: 1. Remember, O LORD, what is come upon us: consider, and behold our reproach. 2. Our inheritance is turned to strangers, our houses to aliens. 3. We are orphans and fatherless, our mothers [are] as widows. 5. Our necks [are] under persecution: we labour, [and] have no rest. 16. The crown is fallen [from] our head: woe unto us, that we have sinned! 21. Turn thou us unto thee, O LORD, and we shall be turned; renew our days as of old.

12-12-2011, 08:47 AM	#42
Double Deuce V.I.P. Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Utah Posts: 313	Re: How did you find TFF? Was looking to get tha value of a gun that I wanted to sell.

12-12-2011, 11:55 AM	#43
Gabob Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: SW GA CSA Posts: 1,162	Re: How did you find TFF? My late friend, 358 Winchester ,suggested that I check it out. __________________ NRA Endowment Member Keep Your Powder Dry

12-12-2011, 08:20 PM	#44
sting75ray Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 1,093	Re: How did you find TFF? Al Gore told me about TFF right after he invented the internet. LOL I was looking for some reloading info and happened across TFF. There seemed to be a lot of great people here and some tremendous knowledge so I stuck around.

12-12-2011, 08:36 PM	#45
dad2thebone Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 1,357	Re: How did you find TFF? This was the first forum i found and i watched for about 15 mins and joined. the people here are so respectful and friendly i dont look at other forums as i feel at home here. Again i thank y'all for being here . __________________ 9-11-01 we will never forget.And then we have dec 7 now it's Nov 6th all sad days for our country. And dont whizz on my leg then tell me it's raining.

12-12-2011, 08:49 PM	#46
cycloneman Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Louisiana Posts: 7,436	Re: How did you find TFF? I only remember i was searching for something to do with guns or ammo or powder. Came across it. I had never been on a forum before and did not know what this was all about. This is the first forum i joined and by the grace of God still here. Met some nice people from here. The late great 358 and a bunch of wonderful gents in Ga too. __________________ Who are you going to serve today?

12-13-2011, 04:29 AM	#47
idsman75 Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Midwest Posts: 47	Re: How did you find TFF? Either Gabob or 358Winchester mentioned it to me. I lurk but can't remember the last time I posted.

12-13-2011, 09:24 AM	#48
DixieLandMan Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Alabama Posts: 618	Re: How did you find TFF? I think I was looking for information on a few old guns of mine.

12-13-2011, 11:26 PM	#49
Songman V.I.P. Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Houston, TX Contributor Posts: 272	Re: How did you find TFF? Me and Shooter45 had a mutual friend who introduced us so when he told me about his forum I looked it up and was totally impressed!

12-14-2011, 06:01 AM	#50
StoneChimney Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Posts: 1,087	Re: How did you find TFF? I originally joined in 2002 as one of the 'miscreants' that migrated from another board - the one known as Brand X here. I remember Bob in St Louis, PolishShooter, Xracer, 358 Winchester and a bunch of folks from back then. Left for quite a while, then found my way back. Best gun forum on the net. __________________ Full service gunsmithing and firearm manufacturing shop. Licensed FFL 07/02 Manufacturer. Visit our website!