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Post by compulsive269 on Apr 21, 2005 5:53:34 GMT -5
I just picked up a Winchester 1873 in a 44-40. The poor thing is around 112 years old so I'm going to reload for it. I paid $700 for the rifle and I'm still working to find and order all the reloading paraphernalia. The price of ammo is high and the 73 has a weak action so reloading is a must. I just can't decide if I should load with black powder or smokeless. The serial # has a B at the end so I'm hoping a light load of smokeless power with a cast 200 gr. bullet will work. Before I reload and shoot anything, I think I'll send an email to Winchester and get their opinion.
Well, back into the cave I crawled out of.
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Post by compulsive269 on Jan 24, 2005 7:22:23 GMT -5
All that stuff looks useful, but doesn't the firearm get to the point of diminishing returns. Everytime I see a firearm loaded down with stuff, I think of KISS.
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Post by compulsive269 on Dec 30, 2004 3:17:58 GMT -5
I used to hunt, but I've been leaning in a big way toward self defense. I have a ccw so I've been trying different hand guns. My favorites are a S&W model 640, and Glock 26. Of the two, the Glock is the most accurate, but the S&W is the most reliable, only because it's a revolver. I have two proverbial boat anchors, or maybe fishing weights; S&W AirLite and a KelTec 380 auto. Belly guns, because you need to be that close to hit anything your aiming at and they hurt to much to shoot more than twice. I've opted to stay away from the 40s and 45s, but they are fun to shoot too. ;D I too have a C&R but I'm finding the new stuff beats the old stuff hands down.
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Post by compulsive269 on Jan 15, 2005 7:10:24 GMT -5
Kacer, I like the simple stuff too. I use a 12 GA Winchester Defender made in New Haven, Conn. I know this cause it's stamped on the barrel. I did extend the ammo tube to hold seven rounds and installed a pistol grip to shorten the whole thing. I'd sure like to try this thing out at an IDPA shoot just for fun. I'm still waiting for them to process my membership so I'm not going to ask. I figure once I'm a member, they won't boot me out for asking a dumb question.
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Post by compulsive269 on Aug 28, 2006 2:17:49 GMT -5
It was a PPK/s. I was on the Walther web site and saw that the 22s were having problems of some sort. I also don't know how old the gun was. I guess $450 wasn't a bad price for an import of that type. I still need to check out the larger stores in town. I also understand the 22s made here in the US are slightly longer than the imports.
Bill
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Post by compulsive269 on Aug 27, 2006 1:33:08 GMT -5
I went to the gun show and saw lots of toys I wanted, one I could probably use and non of the firearms I was really after. I did see a small Walther 22, a little clone of the ppk/s 380. I considered buying it until I saw the price. The seller was real proud of that little piece.
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Post by compulsive269 on Aug 24, 2006 2:58:47 GMT -5
Oh ya definitely way to far for you guys for just a two day indoor show. Besides gas prices are crazy, but I hear they might be dropping. Unfortunately here in the west that doesn't mean much. I'm grateful my toy taco 4x4 gets 21mpg.
I was wondering if any of the folks here in Colorado were going. We have frequent gun shows here and this state is crawling with firearms groups and activities. Fun place to be for gun enthusiasts.
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Post by compulsive269 on Aug 23, 2006 3:47:35 GMT -5
On 8/26/06 and 8/27/06 there will be the Crossroads gun show at the Holiday Inn @ I70 and Chambers Road, Denver Colorado.
Guns and other stuff at these shows are always fun to look at and sometimes you can find a good deal or the firearm you can't live without.
Anyone going this weekend?
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Post by compulsive269 on Feb 2, 2005 2:41:15 GMT -5
Last time I shot bp I managed a bloody nose and for that matter I've been punched in the eye by a scope mounted on a 300 win mag. too! Did I say that I really like handguns?
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Post by compulsive269 on May 6, 2006 6:22:44 GMT -5
The only kel-Tec I have is the little P3AT, a small pocket pistol 380. Nice little thing, but with no safety of any kind. I guess the absurd trigger pull might count but I would not trust it.
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Post by compulsive269 on Feb 18, 2005 8:12:07 GMT -5
I surprised myself, especially since I'm into Glocks, and got hooked on a ruger new model super blackhawk. It's stainless steal with a 7.5 barrel and adjustable rear sights. I am defiantly going shooting today. The last time I owned a ruger blackhawk I gave it to my son and swore sa revolvers off. This one felt so good and it does go with the redhawk I have. I am surprised by the size difference. For some reason I always thought a super anything would have a heaver build than a regular redhawk or blackhawk. But seeing them side by side, the super blackhawk is puny compared to the redhawk. Anyway, I have a real nice camp gun now.
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Post by compulsive269 on Jan 26, 2006 9:14:58 GMT -5
Fun time! A 40 cal will be a hoot, but I also saw the Kimber 17 Mach 2, virtually no recoil, so like the 22 cal, more fun shooting ahead.
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Post by compulsive269 on Jan 22, 2006 19:00:22 GMT -5
I think I need another carry gun. Does Kimber make a 40 S&W?
New Years resolution, get a Kimber 40 S&W!
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Post by compulsive269 on Feb 6, 2005 5:47:18 GMT -5
I hear you, Buckshot! I never could figure out why Glock doesn't include a more versatile barrel. The Glock, out of the box, is second to no others and the firearm does have applications, situations, that fit. I wonder if the stock barrel helps with reliability? Anyway, when I look at other pistols, nothing gets my blood going like a Glock. Everything about them, the feel, look and especially reliability makes using the Glock seem almost like an extension of myself. I know it will always work and preform as well as I can, limitations and skills considered. I'm also hesitant to change stock parts, but I shoot new and reload ammo, only jacketed stuff though. So, I'm not sure changing the barrel will make any difference. I can't really believe changing the barrel will improve accuracy. Point and shoot, or sight alignment, whichever used, the round hits where ever I point the Glock. How accuracy can be improved is beyond me.
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Post by compulsive269 on Feb 3, 2005 5:04:53 GMT -5
Darn, with all the abbreviations out there you'd think semi-auto would have one! How about s-a? Anyway Buckshot, no I don't think anything is really wrong with you. I know people that still drive old, clunky, cars and motorcycles. However, age is no longer a factor in setting anything except how long something has been around. Some folks like the old stuff, but some of us prefer modern technology. Lets face the facts, modern technology beats the old stuff any day! Yup, I've heard some civilian folks and some LEO's still want the old revolvers but most have SAs, oops, semi-autos, and most of those are GLOCKs! There is nothing wrong with carrying around an old, clunky, chunk of steel in a "semi-auto" if thats what you want. However if you ever decide you want better, why then, move up to the best, the standard setting GLOCKs. Ya can't beat their reliability and accuracy! ;D Oh, and their light weight, which means you won't be walking crooked with a bad back from carrying that old, clunky, chunk of steel "semi-auto" when you retire!
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