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Title: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on September 28, 2019, 02:38:10 AM

Person who can't stop purchasing guns, eventhough he has enough to supply all of his friends and family in the event of WWIII.
"I was on the road to recovery   :-\  ...not ! 

HI ! "  I'm Major and I'm a  gunoholic " 

I was on the road to recovery, but a detour to the LGS yesterday disrupted almost 11 days cold turkey .... :)




Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Crow Choker on September 28, 2019, 08:30:44 AM
Jubal Starbuck once coined it as "NTA"!!!

"Need To Acquire" ;D ;D
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on September 28, 2019, 08:49:30 AM

I tried Vaccination.  Didn't work.  In fact I had an adverse reaction to the Vaccine.  I was forced to treat the adverse reaction with a new treatment.  That entailed a new Pietta.  I've given up on those Faux medical miracle claims.

Soon as I start suffers the sweats and shakes I immediately hustle to my LGS.  Works every time.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Kent Shootwell on September 28, 2019, 10:25:46 AM
There's hope for all of us! I have found that being on a small fixed income has mostly cured my addiction. So as a sevice to those still suffering I will except all your excess money to hold for you. At any time you feel the need for a gun fix you may petition me and a detrimation will be forthcoming. It?s a heavy load to bear and I don't take this responsible lightly so send cash only promptly. I will get set up with a PO box in a nearby town for the safe handling of funds.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on September 28, 2019, 10:39:51 AM
I've found that going to the local "toy store" to look does not help.

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on September 28, 2019, 12:23:16 PM
Hey Kent ?.  ah thanks but I figure half cure is admitting the addiction....so hence the post

HI ! "  I'm Major and I'm a  gunoholic "   1/2 a cure is better than none
 

I guess I'll admit to the Springfield 1903 rifle that broke my almost 11 day withdrawal   ;D least I'm a happy "O"holic    :D
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on September 28, 2019, 06:37:47 PM
Hey Kent ?.  ah thanks but I figure half cure is admitting the addiction....so hence the post

HI ! "  I'm Major and I'm a  gunoholic "   1/2 a cure is better than none
 

I guess I'll admit to the Springfield 1903 rifle that broke my almost 11 day withdrawal   ;D least I'm a happy "O"holic    :D
Like minds. I bought one on Friday. SA 3/37.  ;)

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Professor Marvel on September 28, 2019, 08:07:44 PM
Hey Kent ?.  ah thanks but I figure half cure is admitting the addiction....so hence the post

HI ! "  I'm Major and I'm a  gunoholic "   1/2 a cure is better than none
 

I guess I'll admit to the Springfield 1903 rifle that broke my almost 11 day withdrawal   ;D least I'm a happy "O"holic    :D

Hi Major ....
welcome to the group
the coffee, donuts, cookies and cigarettes are along the back wall. no stogies, please.

yhs
porf (one step at a time) marvel
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Rye Miles on September 29, 2019, 07:50:03 AM
I am also guilty of being a gunaholic!  ::)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: PJ Hardtack on September 29, 2019, 11:04:00 AM
Question: "How many guns do you own?"

Answer: "More than I need, not all that I want."

How come no one asks Jay Leno how many cars he owns?
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on September 29, 2019, 12:19:54 PM
Hello, my name is Baltimore Ed and I am a gunoholic. I?ve been ?sober? for 12 days but next week I?ll pick up what I bought the last time I fell off the wagon [a Stevens 520] and hopefully pick up what I bought when I fell off the wagon before then [a Martini Cadet]. I will make the Stevens 520 into a cool trenchgun. But is there a real difference between a habit or a hobby? One sounds negative while the other doesn?t. Both certainly cost money and can have a detrimental or positive impact on one?s life.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Dave T on September 29, 2019, 01:33:21 PM
In the guitar world they call it "GAS", or Guitar Accumulation Syndrome. The "G" can easily be changed into "Gun" and it fits our world too.

You've got GAS! (smile)

Dave
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Crow Choker on September 29, 2019, 04:58:10 PM
I'm affected with both, NTA and GAS!!!  ;D and lovin both!  ;D and I aint'a looking for any cure or med X!!  ;D
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Professor Marvel on September 29, 2019, 05:25:24 PM
How come no one asks Jay Leno how many cars he owns?

They Did.

He won't tell.
He wants you to watch his show and count :-)

but he did admit that he owns a stationary Steam Engine AND has a licensed Steam Engineer...

Prof Envious

PS with all the traffic deaths, why arent the bleeding hearts screaming
"Nobody Needs a car with 500 HP"
"Nobody Needs a car that can go more than 65 mph"

Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on September 29, 2019, 07:37:16 PM
Just like no one complains about alcohol or smokes. It?s not a problem until you get ?sick?, then it?s not your fault because you?re ?sick?. Never mind that alcoholism or the lung or heart problems were self inflicted it?s still not you fault.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major E A Sterner on September 29, 2019, 10:37:32 PM
I continually find myself one gun short of perfection.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: pony express on September 30, 2019, 08:11:08 PM
I too am now(for  the time being) a happy Gunholic. Box from Palmetto State Armory arrived today, my already completed lower now has an upper, now I just need a way to aim it. Just got a Leupold 3-9 scope last week on sale at the LGS, but that's for my Browning .308, not for a 16" AR Carbine.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on October 18, 2019, 06:45:32 AM
Like minds. I bought one on Friday. SA 3/37.  ;)

Slim

SA 6-42  on a  1938 receiver  not an 03-A3    but an 03 as build on a 42 Scant stock with Augusta Arsenal and inspector marks.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on October 18, 2019, 08:53:42 AM

O only wish I contribute.  I can't.  Withdrawal.  It's horrible.  Most of the day all fetal and in pain.  No real relief.  Withdrawal really sucks.  I do have several projects.  Projects on hold, "down .. awaiting .. parts."  Now hoping for the Mail.  Or UPS.  Or FedEx.  Anybody with a bag of parts.  Someone with a Handi .45 Colt or 44 Mangelem barrel??  OOOoooooo ..... fading fast ..........
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: pony express on October 18, 2019, 01:16:48 PM
Nothing major to report, but yesterday the Big Brown Truck brought me a wonderful little "Nitro Express Shipping" box full of various loading dies and some bullets, and now I'm awaiting some Fleabay items, among them a more appropriate scope for the AR, and a sling also.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major E A Sterner on October 18, 2019, 02:23:05 PM
I'm waiting for the U.S.P.O. to bring me a magazine for a Mossberg 342KC that I picked up recently, it will double the cost of what I have into the rifle.
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Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on October 18, 2019, 04:32:53 PM
Forgive me, friends for I have Slipped again  ...?

Had PTO day so.... I visited the den of Gunoholic- ism  HOE Boy !

A near minty  Colt Police Positive 38  made in 1919 was acquired , it comes home in the Morning
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on October 18, 2019, 05:09:08 PM
Hang you a faux ejector rod on that and you?ve got a Gale Davis aka Annie Oakley Colt Police Positive. Nice find. I saw her Colts at either the NRA or Cody Museums. My only PP has a factory lanyard swivel, which is why I bought it.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on October 18, 2019, 06:08:33 PM
Forgive me, friends for I have Slipped again  ...?

Had PTO day so.... I visited the den of Gunoholic- ism  HOE Boy !

A near minty  Colt Police Positive 38  made in 1919 was acquired , it comes home in the Mornung
Nice.
Yesterday, I looked at a Browning Hi-Power.

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on October 18, 2019, 06:45:51 PM
My LGS has Browning Hi Power @ about $1100 ...nice but  :-\
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major E A Sterner on October 18, 2019, 07:02:01 PM
I paid $200.00 for my Belgium made Hi-Power,I wouldn't sell it for under $1500.00, which is my way of saying "It isn't for sale".
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on October 19, 2019, 07:35:37 AM
This is LNIB made in the last several years. It is made in Belgium and assembled in Portugal. According to what I've read, they have been assembled in Portugal since the 1980's.

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on October 19, 2019, 07:50:33 AM
My LGS has Browning Hi Power @ about $1100 ...nice but  :-\

I think it is from the mid 50's
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major E A Sterner on October 19, 2019, 10:41:38 AM
Mine was made in 1973 or 75, I?ll have to check.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on October 19, 2019, 11:57:45 AM

A long time ago .... In a galaxy Far Far Away ....

Whilst stationed in Germany in 1971 we could buy surpluses High Powers for $75.  Found later, 'cause they hand lanyard rings, couldn't bring them home.  Snif Snif Snuffle Snuffle.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on October 20, 2019, 07:06:14 AM
Forgive me, friends for I have Slipped again  ...?

Had PTO day so.... I visited the den of Gunoholic- ism  HOE Boy !

A near minty  Colt Police Positive 38  made in 1919 was acquired , it comes home in the Mornung

Hi...I'm  Major I'm a Gunoholic... 




Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Rye Miles on October 20, 2019, 07:18:27 AM
I just bought an unfired Colt Python that I really couldn't afford but it was a great deal and traded off a gun I wasn't crazy about to trim the fat off the price! Oh yea, I'm a gunaholic alright! ::)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Professor Marvel on October 20, 2019, 05:19:45 PM
I just bought an unfired Colt Python that I really couldn't afford but it was a great deal and traded off a gun I wasn't crazy about to trim the fat off the price! Oh yea, I'm a gunaholic alright! ::)

Oh My Yes! Colt Pythons are like Jaguars! Everbody needs one, until they have to get it worked on!  :-(

yhs
prof mumbles
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: RRio on October 25, 2019, 12:56:35 PM
Jubal Starbuck once coined it as "NTA"!!!

"Need To Acquire" ;D ;D

Or:  GAS = Gun Acquisition Syndrome

 ;D
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on October 25, 2019, 05:28:21 PM
This is LNIB made in the last several years. It is made in Belgium and assembled in Portugal. According to what I've read, they have been assembled in Portugal since the 1980's.

Slim
It followed me home last night.  ::)

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major E A Sterner on October 25, 2019, 06:39:41 PM
Congratulation, It is one of the finest 9mm pistols ever made.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on November 02, 2019, 08:25:52 AM
I was at the Toy Store yesterday (Nov. 1 )  and took a real good look at the Browning Hi Power on consignment.

I looked for the S# to try to determine the manufacture date.
The slide has the Browning Utah address line and Made in Belgium ,  no S # visible on the frame slide or barrel.
I believe it is on the frame below the Trigger Guard.
The # was not visible because the PO has applied an anti-slip tape strip under the TG and the BS.

All indications it is a post 1954 import to the US commercial purchase gun with walnut grip panels.

Pure speculation on my part at this point a  mid sixties maybe early 70's manufacture date.... condition is good, but not excellent....

I think the $1100 asking price is at best optimistic infarct whimsical.


EDIT: the tape was removed and lo and behold NO Serial Number,  in fact no Serial number anywhere
       Had it been removed ? a real possibility  :o   The consigner dropped the price to $250.00  :o
RED Flag  The gun is unlawful to possess, not legal to sell ,  so no sale no way !
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on November 02, 2019, 10:07:06 AM
I agree it is over priced. $900 - $1000 is closer.

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on November 02, 2019, 03:05:05 PM
$900 still a bit high maybe   I'm thinking $800 would be fair
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on November 02, 2019, 03:21:23 PM
Hey Kent ?.  ah thanks but I figure half cure is admitting the addiction....so hence the post

HI ! "  I'm Major and I'm a  gunoholic "   1/2 a cure is better than none
 

I guess I'll admit to the Springfield 1903 rifle that broke my almost 11 day withdrawal   ;D least I'm a happy "O"holic    :D

Todays LGS visit netted a 16" 1905 Bayonet for the 03  . and as a side score a British 1888 Pattern Lee Medford and/or Lee Enfield Bayonet

scary part is I don't have a Lee Medford or Lee Enfield..... ummmm  YET  :-\

Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on November 02, 2019, 05:38:57 PM
$900 still a bit high maybe   I'm thinking $800 would be fair
$800 sounds better.

I might have to get a 1905 bayonet, also.

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on November 02, 2019, 06:22:54 PM
The folks that have them are right tight & proud of them  :P  cost wise

I did not set out to gather bayonets 

but I got one with the Berthier ,  found one for the M17 by chance ( no scabbard though ) and scored the 1905  American Fork and Hoe w/ scabbard
and was given the 1888 Pattern w/ scabbard ( however The scabbard is all steel and tinned navy service ? maybe )

EDIT>>>Canadian issue it turns out
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on November 03, 2019, 10:35:54 AM

Went to the TOY store yesterday.  Picked up my NEW "KNEW TWO ME" Handi rifle.  44 Manglem.  Yep, not a type 0.  The rifle is a commemorative "Whitetails Unlimited" special edition.  It is in As New condition.  UNFIRED. 

I AM A GUNOHOLIC
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: pony express on November 04, 2019, 06:54:42 PM
Got a few more goodies from Midway a few days ago. Seems like their shipping department is competing with Amazon's shipping, got a gunsmith screwdriver set, bore guide kit for cleaning, 2 bikini scope covers and a hammer extension for my Marlin-came in a huge box and the items barely covered the bottom of the box. But UNLIKE Amazon, at least the box was securely taped and had a string of those plastic air bubble packing things that was at least 6 ft long.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on November 05, 2019, 11:43:37 AM

Well .... Now that I have my Brandy New 22 year old Handi Rifle, Limited edition, with way cool Laminated stock and fore end .... it's time to replace the wood.  Time for a nice nifty custom Mannlicher  style stock set.

Just a Gunoholic what can't leave well enough alone.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on November 16, 2019, 02:44:18 PM
Hi...I'm  Major I'm a Gunoholic... 

'cept  this time it was a gift ...sort of ...in exchange for some minor comedic  cosmetic  work to another gun
 was given yep ! given

an M1 Garand  ;D

It needs some TLC  ...but its a solid all SA circa except the Winchester trigger group 5- 1945  of course Ordnance rebuild, the barrel is also SA 7- 45     
Has the complete 4 piece cleaning rod - Gas cleaning brush and grease jar

It had been in gun case under a bed some 20 + years
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on November 16, 2019, 03:18:04 PM
Hi...I'm  Major I'm a Gunoholic... 

'cept  this time it was a gift ...sort of ...in exchange for some minor comedic detail work ?..I was given yep ! given

an M1 Garand  ;D

It needs some TLC  ...but its a solid SA circa 5- 1945 Mixmaster of course Ordnance rebuild Barrel is also SA 7- 45     
Has the complete 4 piece cleaning rod - Gas cleaning brush and grease jar

It had been in gun case under a bed some 20 + years
Congrats. A great gun.

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Abilene on November 16, 2019, 03:19:40 PM
...It had been in gun case under a bed some 20 + years

Major, ask them to take a look and see what's up in the attic.  :)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on November 17, 2019, 06:04:14 PM
No attic but in the closet .... a coffee can full of Clips
several boxes of Remington .30-06 , 150 Grain ...
and an bandoleer with loaded clips  ----  taking inventory  :D
There was a ser bore sight

I've ordered a ME gauge ...the old bullet trick works shows about 1/8" above the shell crimp ..but the gauge will give me a number...
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on November 17, 2019, 06:41:06 PM
You did good there Major. Can?t beat free. That?s how I got my garand except it wasn?t for anything comedic though i have been known to tell a bad joke. My hunting bud gave me a ?bag-o-garand? parts and a bbl. I eventually acquired the missing pieces and had a Marine armourer in Jacksonville NC assemble it. Turned out my buds bbl wasn?t any good but the old marine had a take off that was ok. I restocked it with a Boyds winter laminate stock after my retirement. Garands are da bomb.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on November 18, 2019, 05:41:54 AM
Oh...ah stupid spell check  it was  "COSMEDIC  on another gun of the Previous owner ...

He had acquired
a 357 Mag. Ruger Blackhawk the had been "BUBBA" on and left in tackle box or some such place for years
Buggered main spring and
rust to spots on the finish
 walnut grips
were discolored & faded

The Ruger was a sow ear.....it turned out nice enough I might buy it for the $250 he paid for it  :-\



Oh yeah ------ the Garand  ;D
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: dusty texian on November 19, 2019, 04:22:56 AM
Gunoholic   , No I do not have a problem . I can stop anytime I want to . I just don't want to . ,,,DT
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on November 19, 2019, 08:28:01 AM
You know, it?s not a self destructive addiction like booze, tobacco, womanizing, drugs, gambling, golf, bowling, tennis, skydiving, fishing or marriage, well maybe not the last few so much. But at the end of the day after spending your money to sate your hunger you have a nice shiny hunk of blued steel in your little hands to have and to hold till death do you part....Or until you sell it to buy a nicer one. When sass outlawed my most favorite 12 ga pump, the Marlin 24, I bought a 1887 lever, tried my wife?s stoeger and eventually bought a mismatched 97 and then a norinco trench and then a m12. I?m currently waiting on a uberti .45 schofield to arrive along with some correct duds for my Rafe Covington impression. I?m hoping to find a slightly used 1871 open top at the Raleigh show next weekend. I know it?s a long shot. BTW we shoot our BAMM shoot next weekend, thinking that I?ll do my Rico Fardan look. 1903 and a 45. Fun stuff.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: River City John on November 19, 2019, 08:53:42 AM
My latest is a nice little curio.
Non-functioning, though. About the same size as those cute little Belgian 2mm pinfire used in jewelry or keychains.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on November 19, 2019, 11:13:41 AM
Charming piece

Well John glad to see you are tapering off
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: River City John on November 19, 2019, 12:01:22 PM
Charming piece

Well John glad to see you are tapering off

Roger, it was a 23 step program . . .
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on November 19, 2019, 01:28:15 PM
 ;D    23 to go ?
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on November 19, 2019, 02:28:00 PM
Just saw your new toy Major, nice cosmedic garand rifle there, we expect a range report when the weather breaks. Like your business motto there....will work for garands.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Professor Marvel on November 19, 2019, 04:07:40 PM
When sass outlawed my most favorite 12 ga pump, the Marlin 24

ah my dear Ed, you too?

I am still restoring our family hierloom one of the model 1898, Grade C, some early owner carved some Amazing Devices upon the wood of ours
fortunately, I found new wood on Fleabay of all places and it is a work in progress.

When "they" claimed my perfectly sound, safe, checked over Marlin was unsafe at any speed and could not be used,
I retalliated by getting one of these little Belgian percussion gems and telling them
"don't worry, I will just reload on the clock"

(https://p1.gunbroker.com/pics/844108000/844108291/pix869689145.jpg)

it does go well with any C&B revolver....

yhs
prof grumpy
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on November 19, 2019, 05:06:28 PM
The WB would just enact a rule outlawing ml shotguns. But a single shot like a martini would be period correct for non c&b pistols. Cute shotgun Professor.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on December 31, 2019, 10:28:50 PM
Hi I'm Major and I'm a gunoholic   :P

The Garand got a new to it correct Walnut stock ( replaced the circa mid 1950's Birch stock it had }.

I also got a little companion for it in the form of a Colt Commando complete with Colt factory letter
one of 4 revolvers sent to the Hood Rubber Company Div. of BF Goodrich for WWII war time service.
The serial number indicates it was one of the last 400 made.
 
At the beginning of the First World War in 1914, the Company was called upon to supply trench boots for the French and English armies. The pressure cured rubber boots proved to be especially adaptable for the wet and muddy environment of trench warfare. During the Second World War, it was enlisted by the United States Armed Forces to manufacture many types of rubber products, especially military boots for both the Pacific and European theaters.

Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Johnny McCrae on January 03, 2020, 07:29:34 AM
Howdy Major,

IMHO your Garand looks 100% better with the Walnut stock.

Last time I fired a M-1 Garand was in 1959 in boot camp at Fort Leonard Wood.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on January 03, 2020, 07:42:27 AM
Thank you John.... I agree the birch stock was not correct for the circa 1944 Springfield Armory action... birch was much later about 1955-60.
I'm impressed with Dupage Trading Co.s  stock, they supply stocks to the CPM for their Service Grade + rebuilds...

The stock was only $130 shipped - fit & finish was perfect .  I suggest checking out Dupage they have Krag - M1 carbine parts from time to time.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on January 03, 2020, 09:09:57 AM

 :D   THAT THERE GARAND BE JUST TOO KOOL    ;D   That new wood looks just OUTSTANDING!!!
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: willy on January 05, 2020, 04:45:05 PM
I beat being a gunaholic with the help of my young daughter years ago..

When she was just a wee tyke,, she never said she wanted anything for her birthday or Christmas..
She never "wanted" anything..
But she "NEEDED" dern near EVERYTHING she seen on TV or in the stores!!!
So it really isn't  that I WANT another gun,,,It's I  NEED  another gun!
Now if I could just come up with an answer to ,,, what this gun will do that my other guns can't????


Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Rye Miles on January 06, 2020, 08:06:14 AM
Just bought this a couple months ago, set me back a bit!! Sp far I haven't bought any guns this year!!
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on January 06, 2020, 08:15:29 AM
Very nice. The Cadillac of wheel guns. 
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Rye Miles on January 06, 2020, 09:20:10 AM
Very nice. The Cadillac of wheel guns.

Thanks Ed, I love this thing! 1993 unfired Python until I got my grimy mitts on it! LOL
In fact I'm going to shoot it now! 8)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on January 06, 2020, 10:33:28 AM
I really like the classic Colt look but not being a .357 fan I prefer bigger so when I bought my classic Colt DA I bought a s/s Anaconda in .45lc. I used it as a bowling pin match gun along with a 625 Smith in 45acp when I played that game.  Colt used to build some great wheel guns.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on January 06, 2020, 10:54:06 AM
My LGS has one on consignment a bit out of my confort zone prizewise though
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: PJ Hardtack on January 06, 2020, 03:22:59 PM
The NEW Colt Python is flying off the shelves even here in Kanuckistan. Affordable and  shootable.

I just acquired a unique "Canada ONLY" S&W Performance Centre  6 shot .357 with 5" barrel. Similar to the 686 SSR but with a "Raptor" engraved on the frame and "Rappy" on the barrel.

Can't find out anything as to who ordered the run and it's not a catalog item.

Did I need it? No, but I couldn't resist it at the price, well under the other Performance Centre models. Not competitive for IPSC revolver class where the majority are moonclipped 7-8 shots guns.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Rye Miles on January 09, 2020, 07:40:19 AM
I really like the classic Colt look but not being a .357 fan I prefer bigger so when I bought my classic Colt DA I bought a s/s Anaconda in .45lc. I used it as a bowling pin match gun along with a 625 Smith in 45acp when I played that game.  Colt used to build some great wheel guns.

I love the .357/.38 but I am keeping my eye out for a .44 mag, Anaconda or maybe a S&W 29.........here we go agin!! ::)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on January 11, 2020, 02:47:45 PM
Hi I'm Major and I'm a gunoholic  :P

But I'm tapering off a bit

Today I traded for a nice SMLE Mk 3 with it sword bayonet
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on January 11, 2020, 03:08:07 PM
A nice looking rifle but, I?m curious about the pcs of granite, what is it for? Are you also a stone mason or carver?
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major E A Sterner on January 11, 2020, 03:42:05 PM
My guess would be for leather work.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on January 11, 2020, 04:11:16 PM
Give the man a C-gar --- yes that is my cutting board

The speckle top is Ceramic counter material I use for reloading scale ....or working with my suction cup vise mount etc.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on January 11, 2020, 04:18:35 PM
I was going to guess that you used it as a backing when stamping your leather after the other Major said leatherwork.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on January 11, 2020, 05:28:37 PM
this came with it
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on January 12, 2020, 09:19:41 AM

Hey There Major Two,

 ;D  Atz a really really nice Tooth Pic    :D   At a point in the 20th Century, there was great debate over Bayonets.  Not for the use or the Fear Factor.  Length.  It was pointed out to the ruling military junta, the human body is only about 10inches thick.  Why were we (the military) toting around a 2 foot Bayonet??  And so with infinite wisdom, those gorgeous, elegant, two foot Bayonets went away.  Somehow, I feel we've suffered a great loss  ::)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on January 12, 2020, 09:21:47 AM

 :o  Oh, really nice Smelly too   ;D
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on January 12, 2020, 09:39:02 AM
The officers carried pistols and swords while the bayonet is the common riflemans sword. There is certainly a cruel elegance to the long bayonet mounted on a rifle. It just looks more lethal than a short one does.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on January 12, 2020, 11:17:43 AM
My understanding is in the open the advantage was with guy that had the reach in a bayonet duel.

Mausers Gewehr 98 OAL with its short bayonet matched the longer 05 & 07 US on the M17 & 03's
The Japanese Arisaka with its bayonet had a greater reach....

Trench warfare change some thinking in the longer stickers



Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Professor Marvel on January 13, 2020, 01:10:14 AM
The metal on both the SMLE rifle and bayonetare exceptional! has it ever been used, or am I just blind?

Trench warfare change some thinking in the longer stickers

Yeah... pump shotguns and .45 automatics kinda changed the rules, nicht wahr?

yhs
prof marvel
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on January 13, 2020, 09:29:25 AM

But Perfesser,

Let us not forget the effectiveness of a concentrated Bayonet Charge against .... (gasp) MACHINE GUNS !!!!

Big long pointy thing is hard to maneuver inna Trench.  Some snug is.  Practical may not be.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on January 13, 2020, 10:53:26 AM
There?s a scene where the Brits are attacking the bridge at Remagen in A Bridge Too Far and the officer blows his whistle to start the assault. One of the defending german soldiers asks what that was and his officer replies ?fools courage?. Hanging a bayonet on your rifle and running towards Maxim guns, same thing.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: PJ Hardtack on January 14, 2020, 01:01:33 PM
A favourite tool of WWI Canadian Shock Troops for trench raids was a spade with a sharpened edge.

In the movie "The Light Horse" you see Australian Mounted Infantry using their long Lee-Enfield bayonets as swords.


The metal on both the SMLE rifle and bayonetare exceptional! has it ever been used, or am I just blind?

Yeah... pump shotguns and .45 automatics kinda changed the rules, nicht wahr?

yhs
prof marvel
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Sir Charles deMouton-Black on January 15, 2020, 11:22:11 AM
A favourite tool of WWI Canadian Shock Troops for trench raids was a spade with a sharpened edge.

In the movie "The Light Horse" you see Australian Mounted Infantry using their long Lee-Enfield bayonets as swords.

"Light Horse" were mounted infantry. Armed with rifles, not carbines, and no sword. The real attack the movie portrays was a tactical opportunity too good to miss. They drew their bayonets and charged. BTW; there is a photo of the charge, but it MIGHT HAVE BEEN a recreation done later when it was realized what a momentous event had just occurred.

http://www.lighthorse.org.au/the-controversial-photo-of-beersheba/

P.S: Read the link!
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: PJ Hardtack on January 15, 2020, 11:29:21 AM
The SMLE (Short Model Lee-Enfield or the more colloquial "Smellie") replaced all carbines in the British Army upon it's adoption. It was deemed sufficiently short enough for mounted use.

The Smellie was likely one of the best, if not the best bolt action military rifle ever. The Mauser '98 a close second but for it's 5 rd magazine capacity.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on January 15, 2020, 11:32:16 AM
The Lighthorsemen charge at Beersheba still gives me goosebumps, an amazing piece of film footage.
   Theyre under the guns!.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: PJ Hardtack on January 15, 2020, 11:51:08 AM
If I recall, the men and horses were on their last legs due to water deprivation.

Had the attack failed, the surviving horses would likely have been put down.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on January 15, 2020, 12:39:23 PM
That was the punchline to the attack, succeed and save the wells or die. A man can do a lot when his back is against the wall. Also the belief by the Turks that the Lighthorse would at some point dismount and fight as infantry so they were not prepared for the cavalry charge. But this is probably Hollywood bs. Makes for a good story though and very exciting film footage.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major E A Sterner on January 15, 2020, 08:26:24 PM
I thought it was Short Magazine Lee Enfield  ??? ???
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on January 15, 2020, 09:06:31 PM
I thought it was Short Magazine Lee Enfield  ??? ???


It is ....  it does not mean short magazine ....   Short, Magazine lee Enfield   as the earlier rifle was a long Lee or MLE 
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: PJ Hardtack on January 16, 2020, 10:35:58 AM
The correct nomenclature is: Short, Magazine Lee-Enfield, Mk. I. Thereafter there were several Mks, culminating with the Mk. VI.

The most common Mk. used in WWI was the SMLE, Mk III* which eliminated the long range dial sights and and the magazine cut-off.

The so-called Long Lee-Enfield was officially: the Lee-Enfield Magazine Rifle, Mk I, culminating with the Mk. I*.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on January 17, 2020, 03:38:47 PM

 :o  I'm The Coffinmaker and I'm a Gunoholic   ::)

Saw a YouBoob piece today.  Showed Pietta showing off their Replica 1878 Hammer Double  Shotgun.

Looks like I'm gonna be destitute REAL soon   ;D

I'll be able to shoot for two months and not use the same shotgun twice!!!  Wheeeeeeeeeee (hiccup)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on January 17, 2020, 07:03:15 PM
you Boob ?  I did not find that video

Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coal Creek Griff on January 17, 2020, 09:00:33 PM
I think that this is it.  Fast forward (or watch) to 38:30 for the coach gun.  Am I right, Coffinmaker?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qdnbNJKJ9ZE (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qdnbNJKJ9ZE)

CC Griff
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on January 18, 2020, 09:59:39 AM

Yep, Monsieur Griff.

Dat be da one.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coal Creek Griff on January 18, 2020, 11:38:32 AM
YES! I did something right! (Make note of the date.) ;D

CC Griff
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on February 23, 2020, 08:46:44 PM

 "Fell off the wagon again "  I guess   

I added a Wehrmacht marked captured 1944 Mauser (BYF)  P38
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coal Creek Griff on February 23, 2020, 09:06:24 PM
"Fell off the wagon again "  I guess

You always seem to fall the right way, though. That is very cool.

CC Griff
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major E A Sterner on February 23, 2020, 11:03:32 PM
Nice, That's the first pistol I ever shot, I wouldn't mind having one like it.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Abilene on February 24, 2020, 12:00:54 AM
A most excellent Box-O-Guns.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on February 24, 2020, 05:07:05 AM
History in a Drawer each has a bit of paper trail back story which makes them more interesting.
I'm proud to be their current care taker.
I've yet to shoot the P38, but do have to do so

Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Dirty Dick on February 24, 2020, 06:35:15 AM
Every time I hear Turdeau speak I buy another gun! 
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on February 24, 2020, 07:28:07 AM
You always seem to fall the right way, though. That is very cool.

CC Griff

it helps to have a LGS/FFL as a friend and what is better he is a retired LEO and his interest is in more current Black & Polymer offerings.
When something historical comes in he advocates to me idenify and first refusal ...it is both a positive thing and somewhat a curse  :-\

Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on February 29, 2020, 10:55:53 AM
Picked up an old model Ruger Vaquero SS .357 at the local toy store, yesterday.

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on February 29, 2020, 12:55:18 PM
Good on you

Looked at a Spanish Mauser at the LGS  on consignment chambered in 7.62?51mm
The price wasn't bad ....
Not sure I'm a player but I'm some interested in studying it some more.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: pony express on February 29, 2020, 07:21:40 PM
M-2, I've got a 7.62 Spanish Mauser, actually a Guardia Civil carbine. Nice little rifle, but there's lots of argument on the net about if those converted '93 Mausers are good to go with .308 or mil-spec 7.62. I've shot mine a little with commercial .308, and it's a bit more "energetic" than I like, so I download my reloads for it.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Professor Marvel on February 29, 2020, 10:41:17 PM
History in a Drawer each has a bit of paper trail back story which makes them more interesting.
I'm proud to be their current care taker.
I've yet to shoot the P38, but do have to do so

admirable endevour!
and that is the difference between "a bunch"  and "a collection"

I fear I just have "a bunch o' stuff" so far....
and the backstory is still all in my head unless I find a victim audience to play show and tell.

yhs
prof marvel
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on March 01, 2020, 02:51:41 AM
PE

I believe it is a Guardia Civil rifle (certainly NATO influenced )  , on 93 cock on close action   , Bore is bright , decent wood

 aware of the controversy you mention. I'd also would down load for it  Lead in fact  :) My concern is someone before me may have not.

I know the PO before the current consigner (current fellow is the unknown ) :-\

The price is just a bit north of a fair asking with I believe some haggle room

308 is an easy reload  in that I'm already loading 3006

Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on March 01, 2020, 02:57:13 AM
admirable endevour!
and that is the difference between "a bunch"  and "a collection"

I fear I just have "a bunch o' stuff" so far....
and the backstory is still all in my head unless I find a victim audience to play show and tell.

yhs
prof marvel

Ah Prof   I'd be please to hear you profess



Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: pony express on March 01, 2020, 08:01:52 AM
M-2, I doubt there'd be any "sudden" problems from the higher pressure .308 rounds, more likely some accelerated wear. Mine is in carbine form, barrel shortened and bolt turned down. I noticed with full power loads, bolt lift wasn't as easy as it should be, the bent bolt seems to reduce leverage. Not a problem with lead loads, or loaded down jacketed. Took some experimenting with lead, the throat on mine is  pretty tight. Still using the same bullet I use in the Krag, but seated a bit deeper than I would like. The other two molds I have are for .".31" caliber   bores, like .303, 7.65 Argentine, 7.62X54, etc, and the forward part of the bullet is too large.

Does this one still have the crest on it? Mine was apparently re-arsenaled after the civil war there, and all the markings of the former regime removed.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on March 01, 2020, 08:12:59 AM
To my thinking a collection of anything has a common connection, a collection of Colt Woodsmans, 1965 Ford Mustangs or Webley service revolvers while a bunch is a grouping of one or two ofs with no real commonality. Your collection can be as broad or as narrow of a focus as you want. I put together a collection of 1966 Baltimore Oriole baseball cards for my wife some years ago as she was a big fan and had met them in her youth, built the case too. The only baseball cards that I?ve ever collected. She was also a cat person but I?ve always prefurrrrd the wooden ones. They don?t shed.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on March 01, 2020, 11:07:06 AM
PE

The crest is this one , the bolt & receiver numbers match
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on March 07, 2020, 12:29:40 PM
Friend came over with rifles to sell. I ended up buying a 1893 Marlin in .38-55 made in 1904 and a sporterized Krag. I'll end up re-militerizing the Krag.

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on March 07, 2020, 05:46:48 PM
PE

I believe it is a Guardia Civil rifle (certainly NATO influenced )  , on 93 cock on close action   , Bore is bright , decent wood

 aware of the controversy you mention. I'd also would down load for it  Lead in fact  :) My concern is someone before me may have not.

I know the PO before the current consigner (current fellow is the unknown ) :-\

The price is just a bit north of a fair asking with I believe some haggle room

308 is an easy reload  in that I'm already loading 3006

Haggle was successful  ;D
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Blair on March 08, 2020, 04:11:26 PM
I, at one time, would buy anything that I thought was cheap, and might be able to turn around and sell at a profit. Even though that profit may be small.
That is until I found something that I really liked and wanted. And the funds were not there to get it because of the trash/garbage I had been buying, and the area where I was at, didn't have any want for the "stuff" I had to offer.
At that time I was very interested in ACW, cartridge conversions that developed shortly after the War. I kind of felt like I was cutting myself off from the real goodies I was wanting for myself.
At that point, I started becoming very particular about what I wanted and would spend y money on.

My best to all off you, and to what you want.
 Blair   
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on March 09, 2020, 09:18:10 AM
I thought about it some, and I can honestly say I have no regrets.
I never felt I cut myself off from any of the real goodies I wanted....

I'm not a curator , I feel I'm more the current steward , I buy to shoot the history.
I have traded up or pehaps sold as my interest may have changed ...I'm not in the sport/hobby/chase/whatever to flip ( common phase today ) I'm not a dealer.


but no regreats and I have not denied myself

EDIT:  apparently, I am!  as I was hired as one at the Military Museum in late Sept. 2021
though I stand by my statement as to my personal pieces.

Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on March 10, 2020, 12:21:40 PM
I don?t think I?ve ever bought anything with the express purpose of reselling it. However I did buy a nickled .32 H&R Bicycle Revolver in the box for what I thought was a real good price thinking it would be a cool cas accessory but I wound up selling it at the Md Antique Arms Show and doubled my money. Bought a British Lion .450 bulldog revolver that got sold to Tinker Pierce for a small profit. I buy a gun because I like the gun or I have a project in mind not to roll it over.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Dave T on March 12, 2020, 05:16:36 PM
Over the 50+ years I've been a shooter and gun owner I've mastered the art of loosing money on almost every gun purchase ever made. I didn't often by rare or collectable firearms, just ones that interested me. Every single one was taken to the range and fired, and in most cases a hand load was worked up for them (rifle and handgun).

The kiss of death was lack of use. I don't believe in safe queens. If I found I hadn't shot a gun in two years or so it was up for sale or trade, and most often used as a down payment on the next thing that caught my eye. I consoled myself with the idea that I either got some use out of it which I was willing to pay for, or the loss was the price of finding out it wasn't the model or caliber for me.

In my dotage I find the desire to buy more guns is fading. What I really long for is the ability (physically) to shoot more than I am currently capable of managing. All those cliches about getting old are true. It ain't for sissies and they ain't the golden years. Still I'm grateful for all I have and all the memories. Just thought it would keep going longer than this. (smile)

Dave
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on March 29, 2020, 10:45:59 AM

I must have missed the last meeting.  My sponsor also didn't call me to remind.  Woe is me.  Fore I have fallen.  Again.  Whilst perusing the "short clips" from Shot show, I noticed in the background (Behind Alcamista) a wall of Shotguns on display.  I immediately started to salivate.

I am weak.  Really weak.  I have an affinity for Hammer Double Shotguns.  My resistance level is near nil.  No, let me be Frank .... it (my resistance) is NIL.  I almost immediately found myself dialing up EMF to ask about that wall of 1878 Replicants.  There was one in particular that just melted my resolve away.  Dark Walnut, Checkered Wrist and Forearm and a Nickel'd receiver.  Oh my.  PURE GOTTAHAVEIUM.  As turned, I was the first to ask about acquiring one of the "Show Guns." 

I am now the owner of that "one off" special replica 1878.

I AM A GUNAHOLIC AND I HAVE FALLEN (giggle giggle)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on March 29, 2020, 12:22:14 PM
My first cas sg was a cut down Remington Model 1889 hammer. Not very competitive with its super duper he man mainsprings. Still got it. The forearm was missing so I had to build one.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major E A Sterner on March 29, 2020, 01:32:33 PM
We need picture, how are we supposed to live vicariously through Y'all without pictures?
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on March 29, 2020, 01:37:14 PM
The new to me Mauser just asked/begged  for bayonet

This Spanish bayonet was made by the Artilleria Fabrica de Toledo for the 7mm Mauser rifle. These bayonets were produced prior to and used during WW1 and the Spanish Civil War.
The 24.7cm single edged blade has a single fuller on each side and is in good condition with areas of mild age-related tarnish and red surface rust.
.The ricasso is stamped ?P. R. 8? over ?4245? and the obverse ricasso retains the manufacturer?s logo panel although the logo has been polished out.
The wooden grip scales are in good condition as is the mild age-related tarnish steel pommel. The press stud locking mechanism works perfectly.
I have used Evaporust to arrest the active red rust blossoms which dissolved 95%.
What remains is a few spots of black inert oxidation Which should polish out.  Minor pits remain on the guard. I will not remove any metal, just clean and allow the 100 years of character to remain.
The wood is in very good condition with some rust staining  (black stains) this has mostly lifted with Evaporust.
I am preserving the bayonet, not refinishing it cleaned up nicely.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: PJ Hardtack on March 29, 2020, 06:23:59 PM
You got one of those Napoleonic Guardia Civil hats to wear while shooting it?  ;)


PE

I believe it is a Guardia Civil rifle (certainly NATO influenced )  , on 93 cock on close action   , Bore is bright , decent wood

 aware of the controversy you mention. I'd also would down load for it  Lead in fact  :) My concern is someone before me may have not.

I know the PO before the current consigner (current fellow is the unknown ) :-\

The price is just a bit north of a fair asking with I believe some haggle room

308 is an easy reload  in that I'm already loading 3006
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on March 29, 2020, 07:39:15 PM
No Sir

not into funny hats ...I have few helmets though
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on March 30, 2020, 12:33:01 PM

Hey Major 2  ;D  That be a righteously nice bayonet.  Cleaned up really nice comparing the acquisition photo to the one "on the gun."  Really likes it he does.

Maj. Sterner.  First things first.  My Knew-Two-Me Shotgun is on the Cason.  Can't photo it until it arrives at the Fort.  Then I'll acquire a couple of Tin Types and impose upon Major 2 to post them so all can appreciate (Drool).
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major E A Sterner on March 30, 2020, 12:55:44 PM
 ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on March 30, 2020, 04:21:22 PM
can do  :)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on April 01, 2020, 06:04:34 PM
at Coffinmakers request his new to him toy
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major E A Sterner on April 01, 2020, 10:45:49 PM
Pretty :o
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DB Books on April 22, 2020, 02:36:37 PM
I'm just as guilty as y'all. I have some 32 rifles and two pistols so far. Mostly limited edition newer, vintage, antique and odd-ball air rifles. But a few vintage powder burners as well. Like this Short Lee Enfield MKIII in .303cal built in Lithgow for the Australian army in 1918. Had it's last FTR in 1953;
(https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/640x480q90/924/b1OyUu.jpg) (https://imageshack.com/i/pob1OyUuj)
  And this Marlin A1-C semi-auto with 5 or 7 shot clip built 1942-46. I like that it has stamped into the barrel, " .22lr smokeless greased only". Still has original factory peep sights!
(https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/640x480q90/921/Oswije.jpg) (https://imageshack.com/i/plOswijej)
  And a Thomson Center renegade in .50cal from the 70's I bought used at the Lorain County gun show at the fairgrounds. Cherrywood stock;
(https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/640x480q90/924/D0PBcr.jpg) (https://imageshack.com/i/poD0PBcrj)
  And a really cool old Crosman 160 Pellgun .22 Co2 bolt action. Variant one from the 1955-56 model run, the first of it's kind I restomodded with the highest power gas valve available and a olive drab sling & swivels. Seen here with ultra-rare Ron Robinson scope mounts and Winchester 4x32AO scope;
(https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/640x480q90/923/bN9qz8.jpg) (https://imageshack.com/i/pnbN9qz8j)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on May 22, 2020, 03:06:41 PM
Nice Smelly ...sorry hadn't be looking at this thread lately '

Perhaps, in rehab...but to no avail

todays fix ,  has joined my modest collection of WW2 war trophies

Steyr 08/32  in 7.63  ( 32 acp ) with Austrian Military acceptance proofs made in 1929


Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Johnny McCrae on May 22, 2020, 03:42:50 PM
Very nice. You have a great collection. I wouldn't call it modest IMHO.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on May 23, 2020, 07:30:58 PM

 ;D  The Twelve Steps   ;D

My sweetheart got into my stash of photos of my guns.  And quite a few I have moved on.  She is now looking to enroll me in a 12 Step Program for addiction   :o  BUT I DON'T WANT NO CURE  8)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on May 23, 2020, 09:20:09 PM
I was on the road to recovery ...even told  my wife so......
in reality I was on the road to the gun shop  ::) 

I figure I don't drink drams, smoke anything, snort anything, chaw anything , I don't pahr-tee, chase skirts, involve in debauchery
 or drive exotic hotrods.

I figure , I'm due one vice  otherwise there is only the ROCK I would live under   :P


Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on May 24, 2020, 09:10:52 AM

 ;D  PLUS ONE TOO MAJOR TWO   ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on July 08, 2020, 07:31:36 PM
I was kinda looking at them, also, but decided to pass.  ::)

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on July 10, 2020, 08:17:54 AM
Nice little shooter...has maybe the best double action trigger I've seen on any gun....
Very smooth & light , in single action mode it breaks like glass....

the 32 ACP round is pleasure to shoot
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: pony express on July 21, 2020, 11:08:37 AM
It's been a while, been spending most of my available gun funds on ammo, components, etc. Other home projects, too. But last week I just threw out a couple of bids on Fun Broker, and won both! One was for a second model S&W .38 break top (I'll blame Books O'Tool for reminding me I wanted one) And the other a Mauser 1871/84 rifle. I could blame that one on Whiskey Double for having one at the Muster, but really I remember reading a gun magazine write up on them many years ago, back when OWS was selling them. Always wanted one, but never managed to make it happen. They're still not here yet, though. The Smith looks to have been re-finished, not really a collector. But it's shiny! Almost a bar Bar-B-Q  pistol, nickle plated with a gold hammer and trigger guard. Mauser is a bit rougher, and includes a re-worked Chasspot bayonet. Germans did that with captures from the Franco-Prussian war, but seller says he did this one himself.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on July 21, 2020, 02:16:42 PM
Photo when they arrive...pretty please  :)

Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on July 31, 2020, 06:40:26 PM
Me too.  :-[
A Remington 10A shotgun followed me home from the "toy store". Made in the late 20's.

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on July 31, 2020, 06:42:50 PM
There is no cure...just a  fix   ::)  ;D
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on July 31, 2020, 06:47:36 PM
Yep.  ;D

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Drydock on July 31, 2020, 09:17:04 PM
I have a real problem with Percussion Revolver sales . . .
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on July 31, 2020, 09:29:24 PM
I saw that.... cool Dance Bros. though   :)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major E A Sterner on August 01, 2020, 01:08:17 PM
Here's my latest
(http://i.imgur.com/b91FnJr.png) (https://imgur.com/b91FnJr)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on August 01, 2020, 02:47:32 PM
Put a couple of bids in on a smith .22 revolver and a colt NS but didn’t win either.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major E A Sterner on August 01, 2020, 05:00:46 PM
Forgot to mention, 1966 S&W Model 19-2, I need to find a set of factory Magna or combat grips for it. If anyone sees any at a good price let me know.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on August 01, 2020, 09:35:21 PM
Happy to say I fell off.....err, I was pushed....aw, heck, I jumped off the wagon. Picking up a S&W 2nd Model .44 Special tomorrow!
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Dave T on August 02, 2020, 10:03:38 AM
I figure , I'm due one vice  otherwise there is only the ROCK I would live under.

Major,

I live under a rock. No smartphone. No Wifi (or how ever you spell it). And no desire to go there.

And still the lure of yet another USFA reached under my slab of protection and hooked me. Last Wednesday I took delivery of a 5-1/2" USFA Gunslinger (did I mention I hate that name) chambered for the venerable 45 Colt cartridge. It's only detraction is it doesn't have the black powder frame which I greatly prefer. Instead it makes due with the spring loaded, cross-wise cylinder pin retainer. When I get around to pictures I'll post them in the USFA section here.

My question is: how do you fall off a wagon...from under a rock? (smiley face goes here)

Dave   
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on August 02, 2020, 10:16:18 AM
I said  " otherwise there is only the ROCK I would live under.

Occasional forays are observed ....then said wagon is employed slippery as it may be   ;D
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on August 14, 2020, 04:24:56 PM
Once more I fell victim, become detached from my wagon and plummeted  to the ground.

I have been looking for a British service revolver from WW II ...I've bid on a a few only to see them enter the stratosphere.

 Pretty pleased with this one,  bought it over the last weekend it arrive yesterday

Enfield No. 2 Mk I**  no import marks or FTR ... Made in  1945
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Dave T on August 14, 2020, 04:34:23 PM
Maj, while you were getting all British Empire on us that wagon you guys keep talking about rand over my rock. I found a Miroku Winchester '73 I craved very much and the payment is on the way to the seller. After the USFA I really didn't mean to do that. Not sure what happened (other than I'm going broke).

Gotta go now and get back under the rock. I see another wagon coming. (smile)

Dave
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on August 14, 2020, 05:40:26 PM
Dam wagons anyway !    :)



Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: pony express on August 14, 2020, 06:41:12 PM
I don't think that wagon has any sideboards. And the bed seems a bit greasy. We all keep slipping off, especially when it runs over one of Dave T's rocks. I thought I was safe when PSA sold out their Carcano 91-24 TS carbines. Then I got another one of their E-mails. This time it was M-91 TS carbines. Original made carbines, not arsenal cut down rifles. One is on it's way to My FFL as we type.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on August 14, 2020, 06:49:34 PM
Dam greasy , sideboard-less wagons and rocky trails  anyway !
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on August 15, 2020, 10:32:12 AM
Looked hard at a few things, put in a few halfhearted bids but haven’t really jumped yet. Starting a new ‘03 build from the remains of another ‘03 build. I have everything except a upper band and a handguard. In two weeks the Raleigh Military show happens so I’m thinking that I’ll try to attend. A whole lot less crowded than the big Raleigh show. Hoping that I can sell my ‘03 target stuff there to someone building a target ‘03.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on September 02, 2020, 11:15:52 AM
I made a trade and added this to my modest collection   :D

Webley Mark VI   Manufactured and entered service 1916
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on September 02, 2020, 03:22:00 PM
We want a range report when you get your ammo put together, Major Deux. But I’m afraid that my gunoholic habits are about to be seriously impacted as I’m buying 33 acres of property with my son for us to eventually build on. There are 22 acres of woods and 11 acres are peanut fields, has a nice field road and power line from a previous farm house that is gone now. It will be at least 4 years before I build a log cabin [I hope] and longer before my son builds a retirement home on it.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on September 02, 2020, 03:39:58 PM
Checking my stash

I have 200 +  @  250 grain  .454  Bullets - these I plan to use first , less I find something else (better)
  and about 400 @  200 grain .454   :-\

I plan to order 45 Auto Rim , but ! Did get a bakers dozen Moon Clip with the gun and I have an ammo can near full of 45ACP brass.

It fits quite nicely in with my WWI -WWII grouping and joins its recent acquired 38/200 Enfield cousin.

Up dated Photo added
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major E A Sterner on September 02, 2020, 06:47:47 PM
Major Zwei, You need an Ingles HiPower in that grouping
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on September 02, 2020, 07:09:43 PM
And an Astra.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on September 02, 2020, 08:54:13 PM
Yeah !     need   ;D   another 4 letter word 
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on September 03, 2020, 06:43:56 AM
For Token Spanish though ...

I do have an Armas Garantazadas
1924 Eibar Spain 38 Long Revolver... Spanish Revolution era
It was later captured in Cuba 1959-60

But it is wall hang art  as it is  Toulouse-Lautrec...Toulouse to shoot


Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: pony express on September 03, 2020, 09:45:41 AM
For Token Spanish though ...

I do have an Armas Garantazadas
1924 Eibar Spain 38 Long Revolver... Spanish Revolution era
It was later captured in Cuba 1959-60

But it is wall hang art it as it is  Toulouse-Lautrec...Toulouse to shoot
Looks like Dan Wesson wasn't the first DA revolver to have the latch on the crane at the front of the cylinder.
Also, same problem as the early Colt Army DA's-cylinder rotates counter clockwise, so the pressure from the hand is pushing the crane out, away from the frame, instead of toward it like the later ones. My 1892 has this problem, so at the instant the hammer falls, sure it locks up tight-but with the cylinder mis-aligned enough that it spits lead badly out the left side.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on September 04, 2020, 06:55:41 AM
We want a range report when you get your ammo put together, Major Deux. But I’m afraid that my gunoholic habits are about to be seriously impacted as I’m buying 33 acres of property with my son for us to eventually build on. There are 22 acres of woods and 11 acres are peanut fields, has a nice field road and power line from a previous farm house that is gone now. It will be at least 4 years before I build a log cabin [I hope] and longer before my son builds a retirement home on it.

You earn a  buy week if major purchases interfere  , I:E  Real Estate, major appliances , auto repair,  weddings etc:

ah... weddings not so much , unless it yours or only daughters and you wish to  "ever hear the end of IT "

So ...congrats on the property Ed .... and the vision of being a land baron peanut farmer  :D


Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on September 04, 2020, 08:48:32 AM
You earn a  buy week if major purchases interfere  , I:E  Real Estate, major appliances , auto repair,  weddings etc:

ah... weddings not so much , unless it yours or only daughters and you wish to  "ever hear the end of IT "

So ...congrats on the property Ed .... and the vision of being a land baron peanut farmer  :D
Well, picked up an 1866 Yellowboy Monday, Wenesday we closed on our retirement home and bought a new fridge, washer and dryer for said house. No weddings or auto repairs, so don't jinx us!
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on September 04, 2020, 10:13:37 AM
Ah...the life of the Rich & Famous    ;D



Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on September 05, 2020, 06:22:32 AM
We want a range report when you get your ammo put together, Major Deux. .....

I'm gathering the needs...

I ordered 45 Auto Rim from Graf's (they also had the #13 shell holders)
Turned to Springfield Slim ( Mark Whyte ) for some cast  .262 grain hollow base bullets...

Dependent on the shipping arrival dates as to when I load ... :-\

If I can locate Unique , otherwise planning  3.2- 3.5  grains of Trail Boss
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on September 05, 2020, 06:31:35 PM
If you like or would like to make a cartridge box here is a period label.

Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on September 05, 2020, 06:42:13 PM
If you like or would like to make a cartridge box here is a period label.
Major, if no one else likes that, I am gonna use it for rounds for mine! Thank you Sir!
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on September 05, 2020, 06:49:37 PM
My pleasure  :)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on September 09, 2020, 11:51:04 AM
The bullets I ordered from Springfield Slim arrived ... 2 days USPS...
Waiting on my Auto Rim Shells and shell holders from Graf's & Son...their shipping is always a bit lagging behind.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on October 04, 2020, 08:40:14 AM
Update on my Webley adventure  :)

It took 12 days for Graf's to get the Starline brass shipped   ::),  and 4 days to arrive after that  , but it did arrive.
( an observation , not really a complaint , but additional brass is in route from Buffalo Arms and will arrive within the first week )

In the mean time my Chronograph arrived and I set about to work up my load...

I have also purchased Bear Creek Supply   .454  260 grain hollow base Webley bullets (see photos) BTW 2 days shipping  ;D

I'm impressed with the consistency and quality of Bear Creek's product  ( moly coated bullets )

They are  .80 shorter than Springfield Slim cast bullets , set at the same depth it makes the OAL of the final bullet .80 shorter
than the SS bullet when it is crimped at original .455 cartridge OAL 

Note: the point of crimp <---- in 3rd & 4th. photos  However the shape is blunter

Powder is the same weight of Trail Boss

Slims bullets chronograph average -  652 FPS 
The Bear Creek - 626 FPS      ( which I allude to the slicker moly coat )


Springfield Slim also ships fast ...2 days ( I also like the historic shape of his bullets )
FYI  SS bullets are  .452  @  262 grains  ( recovered bullets show they bump to .454 and engage rifling nicely )

* all shots at 7 yards with the chrono at  10ft out from the muzzle

Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: PJ Hardtack on October 22, 2020, 11:15:19 AM
I just sold my last .455, a well preserved MK VI made by Enfield in 1924. Only 4000 made before the Brits went to the .38 S&W cartridge.

It shot miserably with 265 HB Webley bullets cast from an RCBS mould, the bullets tumbling. It shot well with was the 230 gr RN for the .45 ACP sized .452.

Maybe the brits wanted the bullets to tumble to increase the stopping power of the weak .455 load.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on December 12, 2020, 05:19:25 PM

 :)  Hello.   ;)

I'm Coffinmaker and I am a Gunoholic.  I've been sane for about a year now.  But, now I have fallen.  Miserably.  I have been smitten by Cimarron "El Malo" cartridge revolvers.  3.5 inch Octagonal Barrels.  Yes, boys and girls, OCTAGONAL Barrels.  Made from Pietta's finest pure Gottahaveium.  Resistance has ben Futile.  I am being Assimilated  ::) 
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on December 12, 2020, 05:56:59 PM
Resistance IS Futile.

"Sooner or later" .... as the songs go
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: pony express on December 12, 2020, 09:17:24 PM
:)  Hello.   ;)

I'm Coffinmaker and I am a Gunoholic.  I've been sane for about a year now.  But, now I have fallen.  Miserably.  I have been smitten by Cimarron "El Malo" cartridge revolvers.  3.5 inch Octagonal Barrels.  Yes, boys and girls, OCTAGONAL Barrels.  Made from Pietta's finest pure Gottahaveium.  Resistance has ben Futile.  I am being Assimilated  ::)

3.5 in … Maybe that's still a little long? I bet you could trim them a bit still.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on December 13, 2020, 08:14:57 AM
I have been derelict, lax, neglectful, remiss

Yeah  remiss.... that's it !  REMISS seems cover it....

So reporting some trading & a bit wheel′er-deal′ering


Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on December 13, 2020, 08:27:02 AM
Very eclectic collection there M2. Going for the ‘one of everything’ theme. Nice.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on December 13, 2020, 09:04:51 AM
It will never be quite ‘one of everything’ ...but some drift in that direction   :-\ perhaps

To much 'everything', too little time er money
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Froogal on December 18, 2020, 07:53:14 AM
I told myself I would stop buying when the safe was full. Now I am shopping for a rack that hangs on the inside of the safe door.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on December 18, 2020, 08:49:00 PM
My first safe was set up that I couldn’t put anything on the door but my second was made to use the door. Very handy place to mount revolvers. My slimmer autos are side by side on hangers under the shelves.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on December 20, 2020, 03:53:46 PM
I just ordered these, they work and helped with storage
https://www.brownells.com/gunsmith-tools-supplies/shop-accessories-supplies/gun-storage-materials/gun-storage-kits/gun-organizing-rifle-rods-prod38889.aspx
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on March 23, 2021, 11:20:31 PM
Very eclectic collection there M2. Going for the ‘one of everything’ theme. Nice.

I seem to have reach a plateau,

I made some trades and kinda seem to be settled into a level of attainment or achievement.  :-\
















Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on March 24, 2021, 05:31:25 PM
Watch out Major deux, if you’re not careful you could have a serious relapse. Happens all too often. Very sad. My last ‘purchase’ was also a trade. A good alternative to cold turkey but remember, you don’t cut the dogs tail off one inch at a time. Stay safe friend.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on March 24, 2021, 06:12:21 PM
I fell off the wagon.
Picked up 3 Colt revolvers and a Smith in the last 6 months.

A Police Positive in .38 S&W. A Police Positive Special in .32-20. A New Service civilian model 1909 in .45 Colt.
A S&W 442 in .38 Spl. My EDC now.

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on March 24, 2021, 09:11:26 PM
Good choice for an edc Slim. I waffle between my scandium J frame and a lightweight Colt .380 Mustang. Had to use the Mustang this week to dispose of a water moccasin that was too close where I was pulling up small saplings from the property that I bought last year. I don’t play around with moccasins, they can be aggressive. No desire to visit the er. The first snake I’ve seen on the property so next time I go out there I’ll have one of my Woodsmans, .22s and a lot cheaper than Critical Defense .380s. A boy that I worked with was fishing in his john boat and was close to the bank when a moccasin dropped off a overhanging limb into the boat. He pulled his .38 and 6 rds later the snake was dead, he had 6 holes in the aluminum boat and he was hauling butt back to the dock. He cut up a couple of branches to make temporary plugs.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on March 25, 2021, 01:58:13 AM
I fell off the wagon.
Picked up 3 Colt revolvers and a Smith in the last 6 months.

A Police Positive in .38 S&W. A Police Positive Special in .32-20. A New Service civilian model 1909 in .45 Colt.
A S&W 442 in .38 Spl. My EDC now.

Slim

Well , I do have my eye on a ...

turns out it is an  early post-WW II .38 Military & Police. The "10" stamp is a coincidence as that didn't start until 10+ years later after this SN.

Update Its mine  :D
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on March 25, 2021, 07:29:16 AM
It is calling.

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on March 25, 2021, 07:55:38 AM
Not to sure , it belongs to a friend of my wife, it was her late husband's.( he passed 14 months ago)
  The woman knows little about guns does not really like them.
She asked me to hold it for her , she did not even know how to use or unload it.
It remains here while she closes on the sale of her home and moves to a condo.

When all her business is completed I'll make a fair offer, if she does not accept, that's OK too.


There is second "um" Gun ?  a Rohm R10   ::)  22 short , not in bad condition for the POS they are made out to be...
She doesn't know how to use or unload it either ( the S&W was loaded with 6 hollow points , the R10 had a couple of 22 short in it  )

I have no interest in the Rohm ... 

EDIT update offer accepted,  in re-searching the Serial number turns out it is an  early post-WW II .38 Military & Police. .  now mine  :D
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Tornado on March 25, 2021, 08:12:56 AM
Years ago, I bought an early model 10 just because I didn't have a DA revolver.  It is one of my favorite handguns now, it is sized just right.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on March 25, 2021, 08:31:47 AM
I should own up to two acquisitions last month.

One was a give me , a friend offered me his Mosin Nagant, he is moving and did not want to keep it.
I said sure, I'd hold it for him , he said no just take it . So it is hanging on my Loading room wall.
I may one day get around to loading for and shooting it. Though it came with 3-4 packages of surplus ammo, recoil is mean and I don't enjoy shooting the stuff.  Bullets I have, I'd need brass and a set of dies  :-\

The other I treasure, it was the last trade with my late best friend just days before he passed . :(

MAB PA 15  Controls are Browning Hi-power like,  in fact FN Herstal owned MAB

Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on March 25, 2021, 09:52:37 AM

 :)  Hello . . I'm Coffinmaker and I'm a Gunoholic  ;)

Alas, my fall from Grace (Who's Grace??) has been thwarted.  I mad the call to place the order.  Specified my Specifics, only to be denied.  Seems purveyor of said object of my Par Amore is deliberately ignoring their web site.  Whilst the Object(s) of my lust were/are listed as "In Stock" . . . Not So Much.  Not even on the boat.  Not even a bloated promise of "when."

Should I be Happy or Sad??  I still harbor lustful thoughts and desire.

Be Safe Out There
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on March 25, 2021, 10:47:16 AM
You need to call your sponsor, is her name Grace?
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on March 25, 2021, 05:29:09 PM
Grace got me too. Picked up an Uberti Open Top Army in .45Colt, am loving the Army grip, It fits my XXL paw really well. Also, found an old friend, who had been traded was back at the LGS, a Sig P220 in .45 ACP, an older West German one. So they are both back home now.
(https://i.imgur.com/tB3Eb3c.jpg)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on March 25, 2021, 05:38:32 PM
double nice

BTW thanks for the Bayonet  :)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on March 26, 2021, 08:01:09 AM
M2, Where did you get your cool Marvin the Martian sign? My son is also a Marvin though he’s an earthling, afaik, I’ve given him numerous Marvin the Martian items over the years. I just looked around the intranet without seeing a sign like that. Inquiring minds want to know. I also would like a broader shot of your lair, looks interesting.  Ed
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on March 26, 2021, 08:06:05 AM
I recall it a Christmas gift, from my wife ...I think ....probably Disney Village or Universal Studios  :-\
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on March 26, 2021, 09:02:51 AM

That may have been Universal.  Buggs and Marvin were however, parented by Warner Bros. Studios.

That sign however, is made from pure Gottahaveium, which is now Unobtainium.  That sign is just SOOOOO KOOOOOL

Stay Save Out There
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on March 26, 2021, 09:48:03 AM
I just asked if she remembered , it was years ago, she said maybe Pottery Barn  :-\

I have a metal Pony Express sign also a wood 2nd Amendment  on another wall in the reloading room.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on March 26, 2021, 11:10:39 AM
Here’s a few wall items from my ‘office’. Sad thing is I don’t have a hammerless....yet.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on March 26, 2021, 02:38:41 PM
Both subject are to my liking ...the Colt and Elvira,  Queen of Darkness @ 70 she is still HOT
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on March 26, 2021, 11:45:39 PM
So much of the fun and experience of acquiring an older firearm is the research of the history and the provenance of that piece.
I often think to myself or read someone's comment " if IT could only talk ! "

The back stories are as interesting to me as the piece itself and to be the current steward is my privilege.
 
So far I have discovered this S&W K-frame is an early post-WW II .38 Military & Police with date of manufacture late 1946.

Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on March 27, 2021, 08:31:39 AM
M2, Where did you get your cool Marvin the Martian sign? My son is also a Marvin though he’s an earthling, afaik, I’ve given him numerous Marvin the Martian items over the years. I just looked around the intranet without seeing a sign like that. Inquiring minds want to know. I also would like a broader shot of your lair, looks interesting.  Ed

Photos of the lair sent via email  :)

Yours's looks equally interesting
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: River City John on March 29, 2021, 11:29:01 AM
Latest acquisition.

On the right correct small frame Remington Navy. Early Uberti manufacture(1971) for Lyman.

Both Remingtons in pic are .36 cal. Navy, but since the mid-90's Uberti has used the large frame for both the .36 and .44 calibers.

Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: RRio on May 14, 2021, 02:06:12 PM
I've  had this little Beretta Cheetah for a while now, I've grown quite fond of it .

Double stack 12 round magazine, and the OEM Grips made it something of a fat 2x2 feeling grip...

I put a set of LOK G10 Grips on it back in December and it transformed the handling.

How easy to rack the slide? I have a double stack Bersa that is murder to rack.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on May 14, 2021, 03:46:17 PM
I cock it first, so as not to have to overcome the hammer spring, then its not bad
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on June 23, 2021, 07:21:06 AM
Sorry you’re off the wagon again, gotta take those meds everyday and stay away from those enablers. Nice pistole Major2 but wrong caliber.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on June 23, 2021, 07:23:45 AM
Yeah but easy to load for...so

Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on June 24, 2021, 12:37:19 PM
Up-date   probably going to pass on the FN P35

Older Gent is motivated but, thinks in the stratosphere value wise  ::)
Claims it was brought back by his Father ,   so there is,  sentimental on top of true value...
then there is the Re-finish , so collector value is compromised...

Its a nice shooter grade , but not at the number$  he thinks he like to get...
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on June 24, 2021, 01:18:08 PM

 :)  Maj 2  ;)

"Value" is a strange term.  Oft misused.  Not being a collector of anything, to me they are all "shooters."  It never ceases to amaze, the "Value" ascribed to some items that are nothing more than just another "old gun."

There was a time 98K Mausers, Waffen marked, were the lofty sum of 45 Bucks.  While I was stationed in Germany, a load of Waffen marked P35s became available in the rod and Gun Clubs.  $75 Bucks.  While the finish was not pristine, the mechanicals were as "unfired" in most cases.  We found out we couldn't ship them back because of a Lanyard Ring as part of the frame.  I sold mine for 90 Buck and was sorry to see it go.  Oh Boo Hiss.

It is also a shame to see the number of the unwashed masses that don't understand the damage when they innocently have true antiques "refinished." 

People are Still Hazardous to yer Health
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on June 24, 2021, 02:43:51 PM
I have oft said,  "I'm a shooter not a curator"
Its cool to have a example or specimen of a particular historic piece to shoot , not to leave to some future wag to profit off of...

This fellow is asking an internet surfed numbers + sentimental stratospheric imagined "hope chest" number....

when & only "if" he comes down to earth , will he sell it .... my offer stands as long as I have the "ducks"   



Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major E A Sterner on June 24, 2021, 11:31:27 PM
Since Browning is no longer making the HiPower, the prices have gone up considerably, If it was under $1000.00 it is a fair price.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on June 25, 2021, 02:05:04 AM
Major, he's @ some north of 2 G's...  ::)
If it was in original finish , he'd be in the ballpark, for @'s matching mid-1943  FN P36 with all it Waffen eagles & stampings.
Maybe even more, course I did not see it before it was  defiled  :(
Sadly., he did not know better....he spent a few hundred to loose a grand or more.  :o



Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on June 25, 2021, 07:02:47 AM
Unfortunate but you don’t know what you don’t know.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major E A Sterner on June 25, 2021, 10:32:49 AM
I agree his asking price is ludicrous for what is now a shooter grade pistol.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on June 25, 2021, 08:13:24 PM
Well, we moved in December and I am finally getting the last of the garage finished up. Before we moved I had all the parts for a new AR15 build, but once we had moved could not find the lower! Finally got fed up looking so went and picked up one. Went to get all the stuff together....and, yup....found the lower.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: pony express on June 25, 2021, 09:28:37 PM
Well, we moved in December and I am finally getting the last of the garage finished up. Before we moved I had all the parts for a new AR15 build, but once we had moved could not find the lower! Finally got fed up looking so went and picked up one. Went to get all the stuff together....and, yup....found the lower.

Well, now you just have to get another upper, and other parts. But since it's an AR, you can make it nothing like the first one.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on June 25, 2021, 10:46:56 PM
Well, we moved in December and I am finally getting the last of the garage finished up. Before we moved I had all the parts for a new AR15 build, but once we had moved could not find the lower! Finally got fed up looking so went and picked up one. Went to get all the stuff together....and, yup....found the lower.

   
That is one of Murphy's general laws.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Abilene on June 26, 2021, 02:49:44 PM
Well, I bought these a couple months ago but just got around getting the pumps out for a pic.  I doubled my 1897 shotgun collection in about 4 days, from 2 to 4.   I had a Cimarron gun from when they first bought out TTN, and a 30" full choke solid frame Winchester that I picked up a couple years ago.  So, an email goes out to all the members of one of the larger CAS clubs around here stating that a certain dealer was having health problems and wanting to get out of the business and there was an attachment with a bunch of modern guns listed (he started out his pricing at 5% above his cost), but the email said that he also had a NIB IAC '97 for $300.  I called him immediately and said I'd take it.  A few days later when I went to do the deal I see it is a CB prefix, which is the very best of the Chinchesters.  Very smooth!  I don't think he knew the value of that one, even though he's a dealer.  Anyway, it got shot for the very first time in the Wild Bunch side match at Comancheria Days, and I've done another 4 or 5 cowboy matches with it just to play with it, though I'm more of a SxS guy.  Well, a pard from another club was set up at Comancheria Days selling some stuff, and I bought a takedown '97 made in 1911 from him for $400.  It has been refinished at some point and is in great shape except for one large scratch on the barrel, plus the takedown sleeve (or whatever it's called) had gouge marks on it like somebody used channel locks on it.  I know people talk about needing spares when you shoot a '97.  I think I'm set with that for a while.  :)

I lined them up by barrel length for the photo.  1911/12 30" on left, then 24" takedown also from 1911, then the 20" "TTN" (Cimarron / Polytech), then on the right the new 20" IAC Cowboy '97.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on June 27, 2021, 08:48:49 AM
Nice collection Abilene, nothing wrong in having a spare spare. I understand that in order to get it to run right you operate a ‘97 like your mad at it but you must be awfully hard on your ‘97s if you need 3 backups! I only have 2, a misnumbered Winchester and a norinco trench. I am able to use Marlins so my primary [club match] sg is a Model 24 12 ga though yesterday I shot a Model 30 in 20 gauge. Shoots like a rifle.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on July 06, 2021, 12:10:35 PM
I won't chance Gunbroker anymore, because of the scammers... >:(
I know a fellow who was ripped off in a purchase.
Paid for the purchase, and never received it, and no response from miserable THIEF SOB
Gun Broker offered "O , nada , nothing in support.
That said, that leaves only my FFL's LGS  and or face to face deals.
 That said, I was perusing Cabela's Gun Library, just on a lark, just window shopping.

I have short list of guns I'd like to have... low and behold on page 39 (out of 46 ) in the Center Fire handguns listings

 A S&W Model 1917 in very nice condition  I figure it sold , but a call @ 10AM this morning to the Omaha Cabela's showed it was available.
Several inquiries but no cash holds....
I used my Cabela bucks , and now it is mine 

All numbers match and the grips are numbered to it as well , finish is 85% ,ordnance bomb acceptance mark
  45 ACP  or Auto Rim , which I already load

 
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on July 06, 2021, 03:34:36 PM
Traded for a Springfield Trapdoor yesterday. Cut down but the bore looks pretty good.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on July 07, 2021, 10:52:15 PM
Amazingly, I found a Lee Loader for 45-70 and 80 once fired cases! A local fellow set me up with 200 primers. Now I just have to get some black powder and boolits! Even found out that Dixie Gun Works has a proper front sight for this cut down rifle.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on July 07, 2021, 11:13:00 PM
I'd suggest Springfield Slim for your bullets  http://www.whyteleatherworks.com/BigLube.html

Big Lube Bullets

45-70   WEIGHT/SIZES   385 grain sized to .458 and lubed

     

Shipping is 15.00/USPS Flat Rate box. I can fit  500 45-70 in a box .  All bullets are shipped lubed/sized in styrofoam trays, which are then vacuum sealed in heavy duty plastic bags to limit movement during shipping.
Payment can be either by check/MO by mail, sent to

Mark Whyte
5557 Bobbywood Ave
San Jose, Ca 95124
  or Paypal to  whytelw@comcast.net
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on July 08, 2021, 09:34:39 AM

 :)  DEACON  ;)

Just "Pilling On" for a kindred spirit.  Just a second to Major 2s recommendation for
Mark Wythe.  Most excellent indeed.

Play Safe Out There
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on July 09, 2021, 12:36:14 PM
I won't chance Gunbroker anymore, because of the scammers... >:(
I know a fellow who was ripped off in a purchase.
Paid for the purchase, and never received it, and no response from the mislabel THIEF SOB
Gun Broker offered "O , nada , nothing in support.
That said, that leaves only FFL's and or face to face deals.
 That said, I was perusing Cabela's Gun Library, just on a lark, just window shopping.

I have short list of guns I'd like to have... low and behold on page 39 (out of 46 ) in the Center Fire handguns listings

 A S&W Model 1917 in very nice condition  I figure it sold , but a call @ 10AM this morning to the Omaha Cabela's showed it was available.
Several inquiries but no cash holds....
I used my Cabela bucks , and now it is mine 

All numbers match and the grips are numbered to it as well , finish is 80% ,ordnance bomb acceptance mark
  45 ACP  or Auto Rim , which I already load
Very nice. I have an Brazilian contract.

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on July 09, 2021, 04:35:32 PM
The year of manufacture for serial number 72xxx is 1918.
All numbers match including the grips,
Cyl, butt and barrel under the extractor
Bluing is original, nice case color remains on Hammer & trigger; the Ordnance Bomb remains. Great lockup and timing
No pitting, bore is bright, I will give it a good detail cleaning and shoot it.  ;D
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on July 10, 2021, 05:58:02 PM
A nickel plated S&W model 36 followed me home from the "toy" store today. I was made between 1962 and 1966.

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on July 10, 2021, 06:23:59 PM
Nice , like this one ?
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on July 12, 2021, 12:36:39 PM
Mine has a flat latch and round butt.

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on July 12, 2021, 01:09:28 PM
Mine was made in 1982 , I happened into a LGS  ( about 11 years ago now ) I had never been in before ..
I was on my lunch  hour, and the display counters were mostly bare... I was told the Orlando Gun Show was that weekend
and most of the stock was being shown.
This one was on consignment, and followed me home. I carried it exclusively CCW until I purchased a SIG 365 about 2 years ago.
Now it resides as my night stand piece , and on occasion it may see a road trip.   
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on July 12, 2021, 02:14:01 PM
Mine was made in 1982 , I happened into a LGS  ( about 11 years ago now ) I had never been in before ..
I was on my lunch  hour, and the display counters were mostly bare... I was told the Orlando Gun Show was that weekend
and most of the stock was being shown.
This one was on consignment, and followed me home. I carried it exclusively CCW until I purchased a SIG 365 about 2 years ago.
Now it resides as my night stand piece , and on occasion it may see a road trip.   
Is it nickel or ss?
I'll have to post a pic.

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on July 12, 2021, 02:25:52 PM
“Such a lot of guns around town….you’re the second guy I’ve met today that thinks a gat in the hand means the world by the tail.” P. Marlowe
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on July 12, 2021, 03:30:24 PM
Is it nickel or ss?
I'll have to post a pic.

Slim

Nickel,

 I did have a Model 60- 2-1/4" heavy barrel (SS) with a Hillary hole lock , circa 2002 , but it was noticeably heavier.
with Butt ugly Rubber recoil grips

I was not into it much cost wise,  bought used,   ( I don't think I ever even shot it )
and had chance to trade up for a Webley VI , which I wanted..

Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on July 12, 2021, 04:04:09 PM
Nickel,

 I did have a Model 60- 2-1/4" heavy barrel (SS) with a Hillary hole lock , circa 2002 , but it was noticeably heavier.
with Butt ugly Rubber recoil grips

I was not into it much cost wise,  bought used,   ( I don't think I ever even shot it )
and had chance to trade up for a Webley VI , which I wanted..
Good trade.

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on July 13, 2021, 07:24:50 PM
Here is the Model 36 and the holster that came with it.

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on July 13, 2021, 07:26:58 PM
BTW, one of the grip panels is missing the disk in the inside. Does anyone know where i can get a replacement?

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on July 13, 2021, 08:35:36 PM
I see them on eBay , but they are proud of them @ $28 a pair

OEM Magna grips are also getting pricy

Nice Mod 36  :)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on July 13, 2021, 09:47:04 PM
I can buy a set of replacement grip panels for $60 from Altamont.  ::)

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major E A Sterner on July 13, 2021, 10:51:37 PM
The proper grips would be checkered, Round butt Magnas with the diamond around the grip screw, the disc should be blued steel,S&W stopped using the discs sometime in the early 2000's If memory serves me.Best bet would be to find a set of badly worn or damaged grips at a gun show and steal the disc from that.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on July 14, 2021, 05:37:56 AM
+ 1 to the good Major , I have sold a few OEM grips sets on eBay ( both J & K frame )

I'll inquire on the http://smith-wessonforum.com/forum.php
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on July 14, 2021, 07:39:45 AM
The grip panels are serialed to the gun.

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on July 14, 2021, 12:05:19 PM
Sent you a PM  ,,,

Numrich Gun Parts sku# 1425180
Grip medallion/ stock dics..$2.75 ea..

also there is guy that will give you one , all he needs is your address

I agree stick with the original OEM numbered Magna's
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on July 14, 2021, 01:17:02 PM

 " also there is guy that will give you one , all he needs is your address "

address forwarded  :)

update: glad that worked out  :)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on July 30, 2021, 08:10:04 AM
I have taken the new to me 103 year old Smith M1917 for an outing at my humble home gallery.
I set up my Chrono to test of my home rolled rounds.

I have some Evil Roy Powder Inc. made 45 APC I got several years ago, I do not know what the powder or charge is
They are cast 230 grain bullets , beyond that a mystery... @ 10 yards I was shooting 3.5 inch a bit right of POA.

My loading was more to my likening out of the  revolver I used SNS hi-tech coated 230 grain bullets ( thanks to John Saffern who gave them to me  :) )
I started with 4.2 grains of Titegroup which shot @ 719 FPS  and consistent + or - 7 FPS 
I also noticed my group spread was tighter @ 2.5
I have worked up tp 4.4 grains TG zipping along @ 780 FPS but groups opened some ( maybe just me   :-\ )

I have not tried my loads in any of my 1911's yet , but I have used the Evil Roy stuff in my Cimarron and it was acceptable at
SASS wild bunch target range...Wild Bunch shoots went belly up in my area.

I'm hoping to attend a *BAMM match* , I think the M1917 will be my go to . ( however my 1911 will be along too)


*BANN Match* would be road trip to NC hooking up with Baltimore Ed's shooting bunch ...if all goes well, and the creek don't rise
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Professor Marvel on July 30, 2021, 06:16:19 PM
Like shooting tiny lipsticks....
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on July 31, 2021, 07:37:02 AM

 :)  Aw Crapola   ;)

The Perfesser beat me to it.  When folks first started showing up with "Red" bullets I was want to chide them about "Shooting Lipsticks."  Now, however, I find myself shooting lipsticks as they are/were all I could find.  With APP, Lipstick is just fine.

People are still Hazardous to yer Health
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on July 31, 2021, 09:15:42 AM
Yeah they do  ;D

Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Kent Shootwell on August 30, 2021, 02:20:12 PM
Hello, my name is Kent and I’m a gunaholic.
That must be because at a garage sale I was offered a 30-06 that I don’t need but bought anyways. It’s a standard Winchester model 70 made in 1947 with a Pachmyer tip over scope base. The gun is in a used but well cared for condition. A solvent socked patch came out with no color and every piece is as clean as can be. Stock has small dings and a few light scratches but at 74 years old is still ready to hunt!
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51412713022_17dd6b26ad_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2mkaAoA)39330310-099B-4DD5-B6F4-802085BB7808 (https://flic.kr/p/2mkaAoA) by Oliver Sudden (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155475279@N02/), on Flickr
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on August 30, 2021, 03:52:35 PM
Hello, my name is Kent and I’m a gunaholic.
That must be because at a garage sale I was offered a 30-06 that I don’t need but bought anyways. It’s a standard Winchester model 70 made in 1947 with a Pachmyer tip over scope base. The gun is in a used but well cared for condition. A solvent socked patch came out with no color and every piece is as clean as can be. Stock has small dings and a few light scratches but at 74 years old is still ready to hunt!
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51412713022_17dd6b26ad_k.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2mkaAoA)39330310-099B-4DD5-B6F4-802085BB7808 (https://flic.kr/p/2mkaAoA) by Oliver Sudden (https://www.flickr.com/photos/155475279@N02/), on Flickr
Nice.

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on August 30, 2021, 04:20:34 PM
Can never go wrong with a classic.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on August 30, 2021, 04:27:43 PM
That gun will hunt !
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on August 31, 2021, 09:06:06 AM

 :)  Hey Kent   ;)

We hear and understand.  After all I was also made in 1947 and I couldn't hun't if I tried.  Really nice Rifle.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on September 08, 2021, 08:15:15 PM
Well, it don't go BANG, just PFFT! But couldn't resist this one, a Barra 1866 BB gun. Neat little gun, can't help grinnin' as I play with it.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on October 09, 2021, 07:15:18 AM
Eat up with it ...again , there is no cure  :)

This one followed me home ,  the PO had opted to trade it for a Hellcat (great gun but in this case  in my opinion he traded down )
It was as NIB and comes with 6 mags  ;D ( 3 extra over OEM packaging )

Springfield Armory EMP 9MM , I like the 1911 platform and was looking for an enhanced model to add to my armory which includes ,  My Ithaca , Springfield Armory Milspec and my Cimarron (photo)  ....
I was about to purchase a new Rock Island Armory 1911-A1 FS Tactical .45 ACP, when this was consigned at my LGS.

PO was asking more for it than the posted retail on the Rock Island ( totally understandable )
  I made a offer and he accepted .  :)
So I got the Springfield Armory  instead 

EDIT Made this holster for it for trail work

I have shot it and it is a sweet shooter  :)


Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on November 05, 2021, 09:37:51 PM
Oh guys, forgive me for I have fallen from the wagon again. Her beauty beguiled me! A CZ Hammer Classic Coach Gun arrived today
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on November 06, 2021, 08:10:14 AM
Nice.

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on November 06, 2021, 09:14:21 AM


OH YUM
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Dave T on November 06, 2021, 03:38:29 PM
Kent,

Any Pre-64 Winchester in comparable condition is always a fine choice.  Congrats!

Dave
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DarkLord on November 16, 2021, 12:31:28 PM
I go weak in the knees when I see a pump action Winchester .22


One of those is a real gallery gun from the "5 Spot" shooting gallery that existed in the Midwest in the '30's. 


(https://www.24hourcampfire.com/ubbthreads/gallery/80/full/165554.jpg)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on December 03, 2021, 07:32:22 PM
Well, my 3 1/2 .45 Colt Schofield arrived today. Really nice balance, can't wait to get it to the range.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on December 03, 2021, 11:08:03 PM
Looking forward to the photos  :)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on December 04, 2021, 05:58:09 AM
Oh Lordy, please help me restrain myself, a trip to my Friendly LGS has me in withdrawals   :-X
Ted has a bunch of consigned goodies (must be the season, Christmas and such, cash needed ETC.

Must restrain myself uhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh !    ::)


Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Rye Miles on December 04, 2021, 07:32:10 AM
 It's so hard to hold back, then I think WHY AM I HOLDING BACK, I HAVE THE MONEY JUST BUY THE DARN THING!!! ::) ;D
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on December 04, 2021, 07:54:05 AM
OK here is my take on your thought.......

So, I'm in the LGS about 2 months or so ago, and see a Springfield 911 NIB, I handled it, and what cool little CCW
Basically, a 9MM version of the Colt Maverick (CM's are 380, I don't care for the .380).
But I procrastinated, and it sold out from under my hesitation, then a week or so later, I looked at a Rock Island enhanced Commander 1911.
again, I hemmed & hawed ....and it too was quickly snapped up....
So, I figured was not meant to be..... But what did avail itself, (actually it was there, just priced outreach)
was a very nice Springfield EMP .... with the others sold, I though what the heck, I made a lowball offer, hoping maybe the PO would counteroffer, well he didn't ...HE TOOK the offer  :o
So, I figure all was preordained, and I got this, sometimes the later bird does get the prize  ;D

BTB I made this holster for it
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on December 04, 2021, 08:43:28 AM

 :)  Oh NO, Mr. Bill  ;)

Obviously, Deacon and Major 2 have temporarily fallen to the Dark Side of Gunoholicism.  A truly abysmal state.  I shall endeavor that my fellow Pastafarians unite in their aide.

It has been decided they (Deacon & Major) can forward their most recent failures of resistance to ME.  Hence we can forestall this videos assimilation!!

Look Out!!!  People are still Hazardous to Yer Health
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on December 04, 2021, 11:26:51 PM
My dear Coffin-san....NOPE! ;D And I wound up bringing home a Winchester Model 12 today from a gunshow with a Cutts compensator on it!
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on December 05, 2021, 01:04:40 AM
I, on the other hand restrained myself  agggggggggggg !

Nothing was appropriated .........this time!   more reprieved than reformed   ::)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on December 05, 2021, 06:47:15 PM
My dear Coffin-san....NOPE! ;D And I wound up bringing home a Winchester Model 12 today from a gunshow with a Cutts compensator on it!

Does it have an Ordnance bomb and or US stamp?
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: 6MT on December 07, 2021, 09:39:39 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/2yQFzbxn/03-C74-EF5-DB1-C-4044-AA0-E-140-EE6-EC1644.jpg)

My newest, a Uberti 1873 short rifle in .45LC.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on December 09, 2021, 01:50:44 PM
A visit to the friendly LGS saw these...I did not buy them ... I must be in remission  :-\
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major E A Sterner on December 09, 2021, 08:33:21 PM
What caliber is the 66?
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on December 09, 2021, 08:47:23 PM
Major Deux, are you feeling ok.  :o
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on December 09, 2021, 08:53:27 PM
What caliber is the 66?

45 Colt 

Yeah! Ed, feel OK... I was able to restrain myself
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on December 09, 2021, 09:18:04 PM
Good for you padawan, for the Force is strong. ‘Do or do not, there is no try.’
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on December 10, 2021, 06:32:39 AM
Cowboy interest guns trickle into the frendly LGS on consignment from time to time.
They'll let me know, also the unusual, and or Milserp's

They have an 1888 Springfield Rifle w/ the ramrod bayonet, oddly it has a Spencer butt plate complete with the thumb piece
fused in place. Oblivious incorrect replacement at some time  ??? 
They also have pretty nice MAS-49. rechambered in 308.

The 1997 Winchester is a shooter grade, wood nicely refinished, 12 gauge the barrel has been cut, asking $600
The Uberti is in 45 Colt remarkably clean they want $1000  :P
I have no dog in the fight.... I would bet there is haggle room on both 

Here is the #  (407) 891-9136   
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on December 10, 2021, 09:48:08 AM
Like your ‘66 but have a ‘66 musket so I’m set. Thinking that 2022 would be a good year to finish up projects and not buy any new toys. Have at least 7 gun related irons in the fire plus house and deck reprs. And my AS to rebuild.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on December 10, 2021, 10:36:39 AM
Not mine, I haven' had a 66 in a long time, Henry's and 73's yes, but the 66 (a 38 special) was sold in about 1988.

I passed on this one






 
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: pony express on December 12, 2021, 06:50:01 PM
I have heard that those MAS 49's converted to .308 cave a pretty spotty reputation for reliability. May depend on who did the conversion work.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on December 12, 2021, 10:53:47 PM
PE -(MAS 49) I could not say who or when the conversion was dome.
It wasn't really on my radar of interest, one of the LGS partners was buying it anyway.






Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on December 14, 2021, 12:47:34 PM
The 'ol Debbel is work'n' overtime on my gun affliction.

Got called to the LGS to look at "something" in a collection just brought in, always chancy  :-\

It was an 1878 Martini Henry, not a bad shooter grade, refinished but not over done cartouche's still present, and a good bore....
Same guy brought in a Mauser K98, also shooter grade, importers marked, again wood refinished good rifling w/ Bayonet...
a Mk4 Enfield w/ bayonet.
A Swiss SCHMIDT RUBIN K31 Rifle also with Bayonet
I liked the Mauser but "nofundums "

He had a original 1927 Winchester 1890 Pump.... in very good cond.  I'd like that TOO, sadly same condition 0 funds
well not quite, but not enough either  ::)

What with Santa, due  or what would Santa DO !


Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Professor Marvel on December 14, 2021, 07:14:14 PM
The 'ol Debbel is work'n' overtime on my gun affliction.

Got called to the LGS to look at "something" in a collection just brought in, always chancy  :-\

It was an 1878 Martini Henry, not a bad shooter grade, refinished but not over done cartouche's still present, and a good bore....


My Dear. major!

The Martini Henry "used to be" on my bucket list. I finally had a chance at one in person
And OMG the thing was sooooo heavy I had them put it back. One of those things
That one lusts after until they experience it in person....

Yhs
Prof mumbles
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on December 14, 2021, 11:03:27 PM
I was like that with the Thompson, lusted one until I finally bought one (a good deal happened on a pre-owned)
Heavy, awkward and stiff springed.... the Spring part was fix (thanks to you).
But I never overcame heavy & awkward, no real joy in Whoville...it sat then got traded...
In retrospect, the Ammo & component shortage made 45 ACP unobtanium price wise as well.... :-\

Oh ! I forgot to mention the 2" Colt , I passed as it was and Alloy frame
and 'course the adequate funds delima  :-\
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on December 16, 2021, 03:11:16 PM
Well, yesterday was in the LGS and saw a beautiful little Henry Single Shot in .45-70. Went back up today and it was even prettier than I remembered with GORGEOUS walnut stock. Anyway it came home with me.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on December 16, 2021, 03:46:49 PM
 Nice wood.... Ohh !  :o   
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on January 06, 2022, 12:51:44 AM
Oh crud, I did it again....
I had sworn off of "mud puppies" until today. Found a little S&W Double Action in .38 S&W that has been SO neglected I had to bring it home. It is definitely a homely little beast, lots of surface rust and the muzzle end of the barrel may need to be bobbed from 4" to 3" due to some apparent damage to the bore. It's gonna get a bath in mineral spirits once i get the grips off it. It really is a pitiful little beast. Gonna need some serious TLC before I load up some BP rounds for it.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on January 06, 2022, 06:00:51 AM
MM MM MMM !  resistance is futile....

Have you tried boiling to convert red rust to black?

Boiling in distilled water or captured rain water will convert the red rust(ferrous oxide) to black rust(ferro-ferric oxide)and will soften the rust making it easy to remove with brass wool or a soft brass wire brush. This is the same process used in rust bluing. Repeated rustings and boilings might be necessary to achieve a dark color. Ordinary potable water might not give satisfactory results depending on the mineral content.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on January 09, 2022, 10:03:16 PM
Here's a couple of pics of the Mud Puppy.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on January 10, 2022, 05:26:53 AM
Neet old piece, when was it made BP or post BP era?


Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on January 10, 2022, 11:28:33 AM
Hoping the guys at S&W Forum can get me an answer for that! At least I already have dies for it.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on January 10, 2022, 11:42:02 AM
I'm also on that forum, I'll be looking :)..... the Serial # will tell the tale
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: River City John on January 12, 2022, 11:39:40 AM
These two found a home this past weekend.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on January 12, 2022, 03:01:03 PM
Fell off the wagon did ya  :)  welcome back to the fold 
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on January 12, 2022, 03:11:35 PM
Okay, I did it again. I traded for these expecting to use them for trade fodder, but the triggers are just gorgeous, so they are joining the herd. A pair of matching Uberti El Patrons in 45 Colt.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on January 12, 2022, 07:10:31 PM
Very nice  :)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: PowderRiverCowboy on January 20, 2022, 08:23:18 PM
Does 4 in a day count ? one to match my daughters other one
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on January 21, 2022, 05:57:34 AM
Does 4 in a day count ? one to match my daughters other one

Just barely...  :)  now if it were every day?   You might could still seek kelp  :P
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on January 21, 2022, 06:03:28 PM
A good trade,
 made 3 holsters for my LGS and traded my handy work for this.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: PowderRiverCowboy on January 21, 2022, 09:21:53 PM
Just barely...  :)  now if it were every day?   You might could still seek kelp  :P
Well umm  , lucky now I dont have to wait to get a Go from NICS :) Fill the form out show a card  thanks see you next trip . Not the first time I have done 3-4 in a day and I dont sell
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on January 21, 2022, 10:08:39 PM
"... Not the first time I have done 3-4 in a day and I dont sell"

Well, then yeah!  Welcome to the meetings, here you may gain support 
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on January 22, 2022, 09:52:51 AM
Must be nice Mr Rockefeller. ‘My name is Morgan but it ain’t J P.’
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: PowderRiverCowboy on January 22, 2022, 10:46:33 AM
"... Not the first time I have done 3-4 in a day and I dont sell"

Well, then yeah!  Welcome to the meetings, here you may gain support
  Well the problem is right now if you see something you are interested in , you have too get it right then the El Patron I got they got 3 in and I got the last one , they were in stock for a total of 14 hours and 9 on that they were closed .
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on January 22, 2022, 01:33:52 PM
I agree the time to buy is when you see it...But and its a big BUT

The Planets must be in line... available funds @ price you can afford or at least live with, and of course you must have the $$$
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Abilene on January 22, 2022, 03:44:21 PM
That's what plastic was made for.  :)

Which means that the 1st gen Colt I bought for $1200 twenty years ago actually cost a fair amount more since I didn't pay that card off until about ten years later.  ;D  But some things are worth it.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on January 23, 2022, 11:06:59 PM
Must be nice Mr Rockefeller. ‘My name is Morgan but it ain’t J P.’

I had no clue I was going to walk out with the M57 from my friends LGS.
Simply asked to come in to look at and offer some insight on a cased Adams revolver and drop off some holsters I had made for him.

No money exchanged hands :)  Looks way cool in my WB holster, Serbian Cowboy


Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on January 24, 2022, 12:52:40 PM
Pop that "ATF" thumb safety off and the trigger pull will be mucho improved.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on January 24, 2022, 02:21:07 PM
I saw a video, where the guy mentions he took his off, to mount some aftermarket grips.
https://video.search.yahoo.com/search/video?fr=ymyy-t&ei=UTF-8&p=remove+grips+from+a+M57#action=view&id=3&vid=a1df4d10ac5a2016cd850025a17cc8d4

Trigger is already pretty nice for a Milsurp, I might look into Walnut grips though  :-\
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Fingers McGee on January 29, 2022, 02:26:06 PM
Just my latest attempts at assuaging my affliction. 

Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on February 01, 2022, 07:52:26 PM
Nice  :)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on February 02, 2022, 08:24:49 AM

 :)  Very NICE  ;)

Nice indeed.  Appears to be a very shootable example.  There is nothing wrong with the fitted case neither!!

People Are Hazardous to Yer Health

Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on February 07, 2022, 04:01:19 PM
Added a couple to the herd today. A between the wars Walther PP in .380 with original holster and 2 magazines. Also, A Tisas 1911A1 that became the donor for a Colt slide that will be used in Wild Bunch. Plenty of 7 round mags already and an Officers Belt and holster set. Stuffed some Mexican Eagle grips on it too.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on February 07, 2022, 05:16:14 PM
I like them... :)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Abilene on February 07, 2022, 11:39:59 PM
What's not to like? Nice find.  My first ever gun was a PP.  Except it was an FEG aluminum frame copy.  Feedramp was very lumpy, but it would feed ball and took my CCW class with it.  You'd think one might want to hold on to their first gun but it was pretty crappy and I got an awesome trade-in on a Diamondback with it.  :)  But if it had been a Walther I would still have it for sure.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on February 10, 2022, 10:57:21 PM
Here's a couple of pics of the Mud Puppy.
Well, after soaking in Mineral Spirits, the action has cleaned up and smoothed up considerably. The pitting on the outside of the barrel is deep, only bobbing the barrel will get rid of that. However, the bore had looked really rough, so with nothing to lose I used a stainless Tornado brush on it and it cleaned up beautifully! So, once I get some boolits in, I will see how the wee little beastie actually shoots with BP. Also, found out it is probably 1880-85 built, so BP only.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on February 11, 2022, 05:56:33 AM
What's not to like? Nice find.  My first ever gun was a PP.  Except it was an FEG aluminum frame copy.  Feedramp was very lumpy, but it would feed ball and took my CCW class with it.  You'd think one might want to hold on to their first gun but it was pretty crappy and I got an awesome trade-in on a Diamondback with it.  :)  But if it had been a Walther I would still have it for sure.

Some years ago, a buddy of mine and I were at a then LGS hang out (since sold when the former owner retired)
We saw a Shotgun News Ad for Romanian surplus PP knockoffs @ $120 each, 3 for $105.
 So, on a lark we, Dennis, I, and the former owner FFL decided to take them up on the three for deal.
What we got were rather rough as a cob finished, otherwise shootable mutts.
I figured I wasn't hurt @ the $105 expenditure...
In fact, as trading fodder I came out ahead, still while it was OK, had it been a Walther, I too would still have it.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on February 11, 2022, 06:45:22 AM
The M57 is a fun little blaster, I been running my hand loaded 7.63 Mauser rounds through it.
It cycles fine, but the groups are somewhat open.
The Bullets are .310 @ 90 grainers for the C96 Mauser. The Mauser round is loaded at lesser pressure than the Tokarev as well.

The Tokarev round is .312 @ 85 grains, so I opted to order from Ammo Seek. The best deal was PPU Pavi $24.99 a box 50 @ Minwal so I ordered a couple of boxes...I'll see how these do.
The gun itself, was according to the serial number made in 1980 in the former Yugoslavia (now Serbia) by Zastava. It is an as new, un-issued military model, rather than the commercial Zastava-Serbia marked
model they still make today.
Sorta of a Cold War relic and will be my truck gun.

I don't know if PPU sells their bullets loose  :-\  maybe Sellier & Bellot does:  https://www.sellier-bellot.cz/en/products/components/bullets/
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on March 17, 2022, 03:15:12 AM
I picked up spare Magazines for the Tokarev on eBay.
These are new current production, and a little hard to come by as several sources were out of stock including Zastava USA themselves.
They don't have the lanyard ring (like the Milspec I got with the gun) but that's fine.
Fit seems just fine, I also got the ammo from Minwal, but I have not loaded them yet...
That needs to be remedied  :)

Found this Molle Tactical Pistol holster in my stash 'O' stuff box , not sure what it was made originally for,  :-\ maybe a Glock 17 or 1911 , but a host of pistols fit including my MAB SA15 and the M57 rather nicely.
So the Tokarev has a home and will be my console carry gun...
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on March 25, 2022, 02:09:34 PM
Well Pards, picked this one up from layaway this week. A Cimarron Pietta El Malo in .357. Gotta love that octagon barrel!
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on March 25, 2022, 06:42:20 PM
Here are my two acquisitions from last weekend’s adventures. A 1896 Krag SRC [1897] and a Winchester Model1912 in 20 ga [1914]. Neither is correct but close enough for me. Forgive me for I have from the wagon fallen. Ouch.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on March 26, 2022, 06:17:59 AM
WOOF !
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on March 27, 2022, 10:44:42 PM
Swapped for an old Stanley [Crescent] 12 gauge yesterday. My g'nephew Lucas wanted to show it off.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on March 28, 2022, 07:19:04 AM
Assimilated another to the dark side  ;D

Cool SXS, good looking youngster too
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on April 21, 2022, 03:46:36 PM
Mud Puppy Resurrection.... 

This Llama Ruby was in mechanically good condition, except for the rattle can paint job.

I decided it needed TLC, and brought it home...I'm pleased with the results, found French military acceptance star stamp.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Russ T Chambers on April 21, 2022, 06:20:58 PM
Major

That Puppy looks 120% better now.  "It can breath"!
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on April 21, 2022, 06:36:18 PM
.32 ACP?

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on April 21, 2022, 06:37:29 PM
Looks great! How is it internally now that it is degunked?
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on April 21, 2022, 06:52:17 PM
Clean as whistle, and yes 32ACP

After the Acetone bath, it flash oxide, and it went into boiling water, then oiled and wiped down and oiled again while still hot.

I rate the original blue at about 50% or better, though thin and browning.


Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on April 22, 2022, 08:38:48 PM
Not a gun, but I couldn't pass this up today at the swap. A coffin case for my main match pistols.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on April 23, 2022, 08:05:23 PM
Thats cool
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on April 23, 2022, 10:24:43 PM
Picked up another 1872 RM Opentop today with a 7 1/2" barrel. Goes nicely with the 5 1/2" one already in the herd.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DarkLord on May 05, 2022, 10:46:37 AM
I bought 4 new to me guns this past weekend at the gun show.  Of course I went there to sell guns, not buy guns, but when you see a gun that's about $400-500 under-valued and it just happens to be a gun you have a fancy for; what's a guy to do. 

Here's the two I'm most proud of.  A 1926 Winchester 92 24" round barrel rifle with an outstanding bore.  And a brand new (just missing the box) Belgian A5 Light Twelve.  I have always wanted a 92, and I'm a sucker for Browning A5's so there was just nothing I could do...I had to buy them...Ya'll understand right? 



(https://www.coltforum.com/cdn-cgi/image/format=auto,onerror=redirect,width=1920,height=1920,fit=scale-down/https://www.coltforum.com/attachments/9238-jpg.785472/)

(https://www.coltforum.com/cdn-cgi/image/format=auto,onerror=redirect,width=1920,height=1920,fit=scale-down/https://www.coltforum.com/attachments/a5new-jpg.785471/)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on May 05, 2022, 11:21:26 AM
And found this long barreled 1903 Swede 6.5x55 in Raleigh on my b’day. Fallen off the wagon again dadgummit. But it was my birthday and I didn’t get a cake.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on May 05, 2022, 12:10:29 PM
Happy Birthday ...nice Swede

DL, yes, it is totally understandable
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on May 05, 2022, 10:04:47 PM
I understand. That happened with the Marlin 1893 .38-55 I bought. Been wanting one for awhile.

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Professor Marvel on May 07, 2022, 01:29:11 AM
No cake?!?

that is sad.

put a bow and a candle on the sede and call it good!

now you should get a "cruise missle" mold and join the ranks of the frustrated ones...
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major E A Sterner on June 13, 2022, 11:33:32 PM
Howdy Y'all,Well,I fell off the wagon and came home with a break action single shot .44 Magnum rifle sold under the CVA name. It has a Millet   SP 3,5,8,10 RedDot sight on it,Now I have something to shoot up all the leftover .44Mag/Spl. ammo I have sitting around.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Froogal on June 14, 2022, 01:39:34 PM
It is not new. I've owned it for many, many years, but recently fell in love with it again. It is a WestPoint by Savage Arms .410. Single shot, break open. Loaded with #9 shot, it is the perfect tool for critter control when "less than lethal" is desired.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on June 14, 2022, 06:55:37 PM
I too have fallen. A Taurus model 450 in .45 Colt with a 2" barrel. It is the one on the right.

https://youtu.be/L4xacL4vUxU

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on August 21, 2022, 02:18:10 AM


The Ruby w/ French military acceptance star stamp, now has this shadow box to reside in, the medals are original WW1 French Victory & a Croix de guerre 1914–1918 I got both off eBay.




Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major E A Sterner on September 02, 2022, 10:37:23 PM
Not sure if this qualifies for falling off the wagon, I just traded into a pair of 3 screw .357 mag Blackhawks, Both 4& 5/8ths barrels, One made in 1965, the other 1970.
(http://i.imgur.com/QNeHIl9.jpg) (https://imgur.com/QNeHIl9)
(http://i.imgur.com/kIAjTXm.jpg) (https://imgur.com/kIAjTXm)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on September 03, 2022, 06:38:19 AM
Sure, why not?   now if you traded a gun or guns for the guns, it's just a detour on the wagons journey  ;)

Nice guns, Neat trade
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on September 03, 2022, 07:37:34 AM
Nice Blackhawks. I looked hard at getting a pair when I got involved in cas, always liked the look, but knew I was going to shoot duelist so I wound up going down the Vaquero Trail. Only bought 6. But sold the 6th, could not warm up to that 7.5 in barrel. But I like the 7.5 inch on my .38-40 New Service. The difference is that I don’t have to cock the hammer with my thumb with the DA. All that barrel made the Ruger too barrel heavy for me to comfortably operate at any speed. 
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major E A Sterner on September 03, 2022, 12:20:53 PM
Sure, why not?   now if you traded a gun or guns for the guns, it's just a detour on the wagons journey  ;)

Nice guns, Neet trade
I did trade guns for them
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on September 03, 2022, 05:23:41 PM

 :)  Maj. Sterner  ;)

I do think we do have count this as a Partial Fall From the Wagon.  Especially, if your Knew-Two-Ewe Blackhawks are un-altered 3 Screw.  A most fortuitous acquisition.

People Are Still Contagious!!  Avoid Them (unless they bring Steaks and Rose'
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on September 03, 2022, 05:27:52 PM
 :)  Ah Well  ;)

I am Coffinmaker.  I am a Gunoholic and I have fallen.  I recently acquired a pair of Pietta 1851 .44 Barrels and a pair of Kirst Ejector assemblies.  I'm adding '51 Navy pattern barrels and ejectors to my Pietta 1860 Kirst Conversions.  I did manage to resist a pair of all new guns for the project.

Let Us Play Safe Out There
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major E A Sterner on September 03, 2022, 07:05:58 PM
:)  Maj. Sterner  ;)

I do think we do have count this as a Partial Fall From the Wagon.  Especially, if your Knew-Two-Ewe Blackhawks are un-altered 3 Screw.  A most fortuitous acquisition.

They are original unaltered, But the 1970 BKH34 has been reblued.I may use that for a custom .44 special conversion.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on September 24, 2022, 11:21:31 AM
Been looking for a 20" Rossi 92 in .357 for a bit. Found one yesterday and traded for it. Been wanting one for my g'nephew to learn with, they are heavy enough that recoil from 38s is like a 22, and light enough for an 11 year old to handle well. These things have been like hen's teeth to find! This one even has a decent looking stock finish on it. Pics later!
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on September 25, 2022, 09:25:39 AM
looking forward to the pix... love it when a trade happens.... :)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on October 20, 2022, 03:14:58 PM
I may be in remission  ???

I was at my friendly LGS today and saw a Marlin 1894 in 38/40 octagon barrel. (these photos)
 There were stirrings in the force even some hmmm  :-\  what can I sell ? thoughts.
But in the end, I will pass.........................I think   ::)
I don't load for 38/40................................Yet !  ::)

In another tug in the 'ol' deterioration of a period of improvement:... as it were !

A nifty CZ Model 27 Pistol, was donated to the museum.
 As a donation I can NOT own it, but I did get to handle it some, and have been working on the ID description card, (for display) and that appears to satisfy  :-*
Its serial number puts it made in 1939-45, perhaps just before Germany took over.
I'll get way better look Saturday and examine the TG for the date code.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on October 20, 2022, 09:29:55 PM
Nice Marlin.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on October 21, 2022, 11:35:24 AM
Just think of that Marlin as a lost kitten in the rain. It NEEDS a good home and love. You are abandoning it!
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on October 21, 2022, 01:11:23 PM
 I'm sorly tempted
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on October 21, 2022, 01:55:46 PM
You probably whack puppies with rolled up newspapers too. So sad.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on October 21, 2022, 02:48:45 PM
Aw so untrue...I love cats & dogs... what I am short of is CLAMS  :-[

I wonder if a Go Fund Me might be allowed   ???
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on October 21, 2022, 04:48:15 PM

Nah.  Just find a Bank with a lot of money and a lousy Security System   ;D
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on October 21, 2022, 06:50:50 PM
Know what you mean. Been looking for part time work myself. Maybe over the holidays somebody might be needing an old phart.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on October 21, 2022, 11:30:30 PM
And its not the first cost, (the gun);
 I reload for my milsurps 30/40 ,303, 30'06, 7.62 , 8MM Lebel - and a goodly number of small arms 32/20 up to 45 Colt., ACP & Auto Rim.
I'd have to get 38/40 dyes, brass etc., thought I would not be opposed to do so  :-\

Thing is the gun is at fair price, And I think I need to look some harder at it.
I did not get to inspect the bore, nor did I find out when it was manufactured.
So, all in I be at about a grand.... Gun, dies, brass, bullets yada yada !

Now 'IF" I were to trade something  :-\ but what  ??? , I'm pretty much settled with what I have.

BUT the big BUT, I'm thinking and that is "the prangs" of the affliction, I have  ::)
 
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coal Creek Griff on October 22, 2022, 12:44:58 AM
I  have been in similar situations before. One option is to figure out a way to pay for the rifle, then add the components, dies, etc. as funds allow. Just owning a classic rifle like that is an honor; being able to shoot it can come along later. Just a thought...

Griff
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on October 22, 2022, 06:07:14 AM
I know how you feel Major, I’ve passed on guns that were a nice piece, would want to shoot it, had the funds but didn’t want to add another caliber to the mix and didn’t want to buy loaded ammo. I wouldn't hold it agen’ ya if you passed. I do reload .38-40 for a pair of New Services a 7.5 and 4.5]. But am happy with my .45 marlins.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on October 22, 2022, 06:28:55 AM
Ed, I have a Classic Limited JM Marlin in 32/20.
And a Winchester 73 made in 1891 also in 32/20, Griff, so I'm already down the reloading rabbit hole :P

I'll check with my LGS, if it is his to sell then perhaps, I'll put it on layaway or wrangle a trade.
Of Course, after I examine it further.

This truly is an affliction  :-X
 
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on October 22, 2022, 10:47:48 AM
Lemme look, I might have some .38-40 dies around here somewhere for you...
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on October 25, 2022, 11:42:05 AM
Well, I went back, and I took a grand inspection on the Marlin....

Sadly, both tangs had brazed repairs as both had been cracked. This was not apparent in the initial photos offered me.  :-X

That turned out to be the deal breaker. Tig weld repairs and proper dressing perhaps....
But Bubba had been involved. 
Clearly, poorly repaired
Note: the cracks brazed (yellow arrows) and the washer use to repair the broken & missing end of the tang.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on November 26, 2022, 01:50:05 PM
The last post and condition of that Marlin threw cold water and dashed my fever ....some !
Even set in some remission...but

I'm in full prowl again I'm afraid, actively messing with the hunt again  ::)
Nothing in particular, just enjoying the hunt....   

Half the fun is, the wonder of what will strike my fancy  :-\
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major E A Sterner on November 26, 2022, 02:06:53 PM
I'm always finding myself one gun short of perfection in my collection (Hoard? Stockpile?heap?)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Froogal on November 27, 2022, 07:28:22 AM
Perfection in a collection? I do not consider myself to be a collector, but I still need just one more.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on November 27, 2022, 07:59:54 AM
It's like substance addiction..
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on November 28, 2022, 09:21:19 AM
I can resist anything at this point...
PSSST, anybody got a Broomhandle Mauser?
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on November 28, 2022, 10:38:14 AM
I can resist anything at this point...
PSSST, anybody got a Broomhandle Mauser?



 I saw a Chinese Shansei Mauser C96 on the Cabella's gun library 
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on December 04, 2022, 12:41:57 PM
Looks like I will be adding a S&W Model 25 in .45 ACP to the herd tomorrow. At least it is going on layaway.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on December 04, 2022, 01:29:40 PM
Looks like I will be adding a S&W Model 25 in .45 ACP to the herd tomorrow. At least it is going on layaway.
I really like my 1917/1937.

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on December 04, 2022, 03:11:45 PM
I like my 1917 too, I reload my used ACP brass and got some 1/2 clips off eBay.
Bought some new Auto Rim brass from Starline or Graf & Son, when it popped up in stock I don't recall now  :-\
I'm looking forward to the photos of your new toy  :D
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on December 04, 2022, 05:51:24 PM
I too, love the 1917s, got three already.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: RRio on December 04, 2022, 06:53:47 PM
I just can't help myself.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on December 05, 2022, 06:46:47 PM
RRio, that is beautiful!
Well, I got the S&W today, it had Goodyears on it, but those got swapped out for some Altamonts when it got home.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on December 05, 2022, 09:06:22 PM
OH! My, that is just WOW!

I have been surfing eBay for Milsurp holsters to fill the gaps in Gun's I have without.
I scored a WW2 Husqvarna M07 holster.

I need to find a WW2 Enfield Web holster for my Tankers revolver 
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on December 05, 2022, 09:08:12 PM
Very nice, Deacon.

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on December 15, 2022, 02:16:48 PM
Whole bunch of carrots was dangled in front of me... but I had a bit of tunnel vision and fell in into the trap again ....
A 1907 Savage came home with the price extremely right, planets aligned and bingo.

I disassemble it for visual and detail cleaning, I'm a little embarrassed I can't seem to get the striker assembly to rotate back ( I can get it in it just doesn't want to turn  ??? )

Am I doing something wrong ?   not really, just persistence

Up Date...  GOT IT  the trick is to lube it well for reassembly. These were machined at tight tolerances, no screws at all not even for the grips... oil it well on mating surfaces, and hold your tongue right and Bob's your uncle  ;D  comes under a heading "simple PITA"
NEAT gun though, and once you know how...


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lid1aVoi0MA
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on December 15, 2022, 09:50:32 PM
I used to have one of those and they are a royal pain to reassemble. My suggestion is to pull it completely apart, and check for any tiny pieces of grit or lint. It is built to extremely tight tolerances. Good luck on the little beast.
PS: Triple K makes magazines that do function in those beasts.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on December 16, 2022, 05:33:05 AM
That helps, the YouTube video made it look like a snap to reassemble, I just keep on at it.

Thanks, on the Triple K heads-up
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on December 17, 2022, 06:49:40 AM
By serial # my gun was made in 1910, I shot it Yesterday.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Undertaker18 on December 30, 2022, 12:23:08 PM
I might be one myself.  After my heart attack I decided to get rid of some to make it easier on the wife when the bucket is not repairable.

I inventoried and had 212.  I contacted an LGS for help getting rid of them.  He has sold 11 for me so far and I have gifted 10 to my daughter.  I am down to 211. 

Since I am an accountant, I am having trouble with the math. 
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: RRio on February 14, 2023, 09:46:16 AM
RRio, that is beautiful!
Well, I got the S&W today, it had Goodyears on it, but those got swapped out for some Altamonts when it got home.

Love those grips.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Abilene on February 14, 2023, 02:15:27 PM
I might be one myself.  After my heart attack I decided to get rid of some to make it easier on the wife when the bucket is not repairable.

I inventoried and had 212.  I contacted an LGS for help getting rid of them.  He has sold 11 for me so far and I have gifted 10 to my daughter.  I am down to 211. 

Since I am an accountant, I am having trouble with the math.
Now that's funny.  :)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: RRio on February 17, 2023, 12:05:26 AM
I think that I may have broken a commandment. You know, the one that says "thou shall not covet thy neighbor's gun..."   ???  :-\
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on February 17, 2023, 06:37:18 AM
 :) I'm unaware of any such commandment.
     I fact, I think coveting thy neighbor's gun might just be a major symptom, toward influence and additional accumulation into one own affliction  :-\

 
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: RRio on February 17, 2023, 08:07:29 AM
:) I'm unaware of any such commandment.
     I fact, I think coveting thy neighbor's gun might just be a major symptom, toward influence and additional accumulation in one own affliction  :-\

Well, anyhow, I like it.   ;D
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on February 17, 2023, 10:07:52 PM
Crud, I'm trying to behave but today we got a 20 Gauge Stoeger Coach Gun in.....
I don't need a 20.....
I don't need a 20.....
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on February 18, 2023, 04:01:23 AM
Well , you do work in a Briar patch. Can't be all that conducive to abstinence  ;D

But I completely understand, I visit my friends LGS all too often myself.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on February 18, 2023, 08:34:47 AM

 :)  Hey Deacon  ;)

You do realize just how much a FUN a 20Ga Coach can be when fed the right fodder??  I mean we be talking some serious FUN here.  With light reloads and or Fiocchi "Trainer" ammo, a 20 can be some kind of SWEET!!  Really SWEET. 

Light.  Fast handling.  Quick on Target.  REALLY FUN!!

Just trying to Help ya Know.  Just a little HELP!!
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: RRio on March 01, 2023, 08:03:28 PM
I.B. Jonesin   ;D
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Lucky R. K. on March 02, 2023, 09:12:40 AM

I bought a 20 Ga. Stoeger coach gun a couple of months ago because I had a big pot full of hulls left over from my skeet days. It is the deluxe model with choke tubes. Because of the weather and my lazyness it hasn't beenshot yet. I hope to remedy that this Saturday at our monthly club shot. As The Coffinmaker would say "Burma Shave".
Lucky  ;D
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on March 03, 2023, 08:53:35 AM

 :) LUCKY!!  ;)

Well, congratulations on your 20Ga acquisition!!  Here I thought DeaconKC needed a little coaching to help with his affliction with 20Guageitis.  Hopefully I was able to help the Deacon.

 :)  Hey DEACON  ;)

YOU SNAG THAT 20GA??  DIDJA DIDJA HUH???
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on March 03, 2023, 09:05:34 AM
Not yet....will probably go and see about swapping out one of my backup guns on it.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on March 03, 2023, 09:46:36 AM
I may be in some form of abstemiousness:-\

I was drawn to my friendly FFL, to fondle a gun he had just taken on consignment.
 A S&W .32 Hand Ejector Model Revolver, complete with 89 rounds of factory rounds.
But not the original boxes.


The gun was interesting, though the grips had been replaced with faux ivory (plastic) Magna's
(correct grips in last photo example)

 and the gun had been buffed and touched blued.
A good shooter grade, I decided to pass.     
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on March 03, 2023, 06:12:39 PM
I may be in some form of abstemiousness:-\

I was drawn to my friendly FFL, to fondle a gun he had just taken on consignment.
 A S&W .32 Hand Ejector Model Revolver, complete with 89 rounds of factory rounds.
But not the original boxes.


The gun was interesting, though the grips had been replaced with faux ivory (plastic) Magna's
(correct grips in last photo)

 and the gun had been buffed and touched blued.
A good shooter grade, I decided to pass.     
Just curious, how much are they asking for it?

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on March 03, 2023, 08:58:28 PM
Well, he said they were asking $450.
A fair offer would take it.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on March 03, 2023, 09:12:40 PM
Well, I wound up with the 20 Gauge. Good looking little beast, it will be a couple of weeks before I get a chance to shoot it as a vacation is coming up. [If you are retired, does it still count as a vacation?]
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on March 25, 2023, 07:33:16 PM
New project...I acquired this little Philadelphia Deringer Kit today.
I remember seeing these in the early 80's ,this one is NOS circa 1984 and was never assembled.
 It was made in Italy.

SOLD IT

Edit...
I decided not to build the little Derringer Kit (already have two wall hangers in loading cave anyway)
  I'll past it on....
I have posted it on Ebay less the anti's over there pull it because it breaks one of their forbidden draconian rules  ::)

Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Marshal Halloway on March 25, 2023, 09:26:00 PM
New project here as well. Waiting for a RCBS die set to be available so I can work up some reloads for this Krag.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on March 26, 2023, 07:10:09 AM
OH ! WOOF ! I like that  :) nice carbine....
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on March 26, 2023, 07:48:04 AM
New project here as well. Waiting for a RCBS die set to be available so I can work up some reloads for this Krag.
Are you going to the GAF Grand Muster?

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Marshal Halloway on March 26, 2023, 07:53:39 AM
Are you going to the GAF Grand Muster?

Slim

Never had a chance to attend the match. It is on my bucket list.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on March 26, 2023, 09:59:12 AM
 :) DEACON!!  :D

Absolutely.  It absolutely counts as a vacation when you're able to get away from your usual walls.  I personally take TWO vacations a year.  Mouse Safaris you betcha.  Although the most recent Mouse Safari went real sideways.

September will be a Mouse Safari Cruse this year.  Celebrating an Anniversary.

CONGRATULATIONS:  That there be a really swell looking 20Ga.  An excellent reason to have a little faux pas for a Gunoholic.


Yes Agnes, People ARE Hazardous to Yer Health
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on March 26, 2023, 07:08:24 PM
Wasn't a gun, but a holster! Found an actual 1918 holster for my WW1 [1917] Colt 1911.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on March 26, 2023, 08:23:10 PM
Wasn't a gun, but a holster! Found an actual 1918 holster for my WW1 [1917] Colt 1911.

Found it ? yeah that's mine I lost one  ;)

  actually, many years ago, I foolishly let mine get away  ::)   
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Baltimore Ed on March 27, 2023, 08:52:07 AM
Shot my 1911 and RNWMP New Service at my cas club’s monthly. Duelist of course. Shot the .45 Trapper and Marlin Model 24. We had a beautiful day but it was very breezy. Got canceled due to cold and wet last month. We had 10 shooters, I felt like I shot well with only 2 misses and no Ps or bad ammo, came in 2nd. Also shot my new 1942 Husky Swede during lunch. Seems to be dead on with my VV Tin Star loads, rocked my small sass marshal at 50 yds offhand. Need to stretch out the range next and put it on paper.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on March 27, 2023, 08:40:41 PM
Worked out a partial trade and picked up an ATI 1911 Commander today. Philippine built, very good sights, and will probably bobtail it as I like a bobtailed Commander.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on April 16, 2023, 08:12:41 AM
Had a little [and I mean LITTLE] beastie come in the store a couple days ago. A Keltec P3AT, a tiny pocket .380, that is now riding around in my pants' pocket. One of the best pocket guns around and rarely seen used, so I grabbed it.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major E A Sterner on April 16, 2023, 08:25:25 AM
I had one of those, nice little backup piece. The Hornady critical defense ammo works great and was very accurate.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on May 05, 2023, 11:05:15 AM
Wound up getting three non-working derringers. Gonna monkey around with them and if all else fails will put them in a shadowbox for decoration.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on May 19, 2023, 10:02:58 AM
Looking at a well worn but sound S&W K22 Masterpiece today. Hope to give it a good home. Also, got the derringer Shadowbox done.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on May 19, 2023, 11:38:04 AM
Verry nice wall hanger, I made one a coupla of years ago.

Made this other one for the Museum WW 1 display with my Ruby, I brought it back home when I retired.
I have no guns out there now.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on May 19, 2023, 06:44:11 PM
I really like how that Ruby Shadowbox turned out!
Well, put two guns on layaway today til I sell a couple up there. The S&W K22 Masterpiece and a Colt 1991 Commander that came in.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on May 19, 2023, 06:59:32 PM
Those are cool, I understand " sell a couple first " :)

I'm consigning a piece now at the LGS and sold another a few weeks ago....
  The gunoholic syndrome in full fever mode, the $ta$h is used the next acquisition.  ;)   
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major E A Sterner on May 19, 2023, 08:28:03 PM
Here's my 1948 K-22 with Combat grips
(https://i.imgur.com/kDZqjS6.jpg)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on May 19, 2023, 10:44:53 PM
OOOOOOOOOOH !
The good Major has hit nerve, has my full attention.
 1948 S&W MY Birth Year, a bucket list acquisition... :)

I'm continuedly, on the lookout for my birth year.
K-38 COMBAT MASTERPIECE, pre- Mod. 15
if I were to make it even more of a search, it would be Ordnance marled perhaps Air Corp/Force issued.
Beginning in 1960, the U.S. Air Force began purchasing them, and the only distinction from commercial guns was the stamping of “U.S.A.F.” on the left side of the frame.
So, the likelihood of a Birther and US marked is perhaps a dream fart.
Or perhaps a N Frame from 1948... 

The closest I have is my minty M&P pre- mod 10. made in Nov.-Dec 1946- shipped in Jan. 1947.

Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major E A Sterner on May 19, 2023, 11:16:24 PM
Major 2, I got the K-22 in a trade, Guy that owned it traded it for a Ruger SP-101 .38 special I had, even trade.I think I got the better end of the deal.Sorry, but not for sale or trade.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on May 20, 2023, 12:37:27 AM
I did a check on the SN on the K22, it too was made in 1948!
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on May 20, 2023, 07:33:26 AM
 
You Guys!  ..... :D

Trading or selling off something is my modus operandi now days...
Some of my favorite acquisitions were from a trade.
My late friend & shooting pard and I, traded numerous times.

I've also traded with my friend at the LGS. But only his own or retail stock.
If there is a consigned piece they know I'll have interest in, I get a heads up and a deal.
But It has to be cash, so I come up with that or sell something for the scratch. 

I have had to limit my search, as Gun Broker "IMHO" is no longer a safe haven.
 
Congrats to you both, K22's are very desirable, and to me 1948 would be icing on the cake!

 


Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on May 25, 2023, 12:41:16 PM
Well, got the Colt 1991 home. Night sights and a good trigger. Even though it is plastic, it may stay in the gun. The plastic MSH has got to go though.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on October 04, 2023, 06:51:01 PM
Welp, brought another CAS gun home today. A Bond Arms Rough & Rowdy, .45 Colt or .410. Should be interesting to shoot...
Also, picked up some 250 grain JHPs for it...
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major E A Sterner on October 04, 2023, 09:07:02 PM
Just so you're aware. The extra barrels for the Bonds are addictive, Kind of like potato chips, you can't just have one.

Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on November 02, 2023, 10:22:47 AM
It's been a while since I last fell off the wagon, but fall I did.
Yesterday this one came home with me, it is a Sauer Model 1913 (2nd Variant) serial number puts in 1916.
Not a martial arm per se, but with the arms shortage particularly handguns,
these were authorized by the German Government for purchase by Officers as their side arm in WW1.

Model 1913, Variant 2 – serial number approximately 5000 (with transitional pistols noted in the 5000 to 8700 range) – 134000 approximately.

The magazine safety was eliminated, and the rear sight was improved.  Instead of the V-shaped notch the gun has a flat spring on top, the rear portion of which forms the rear sight and also secures the breech cap.  (This flat spring latch and sight is reminiscent of the sight for the Bär pistol, which also served as the release for the rotating block.  The hole in the rear of the screw cap is eliminated.  The gun continues to have serrations only on the sides of the screw cap, and not on the slide.  There is an “S” beneath the safety lever to indicate the gun is safe when the lever is down.  The thumb grip portion of the safety lever has circular grooves through at least serial number 32121.  The circular grooves are replaced by checkering by at least serial number 32482.  The hard rubber grip plates are only slightly rounded at the top, with a distinct cutout at the upper left corner to accommodate the motion of the manual safety lever, and the S&S monogram in an elongated oval at the top.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TV_LhNIWNH8

Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on November 08, 2023, 09:58:08 AM
Well, can't use it for CAS, but fun anyway. A Rossi Ranch Hand in .45 Colt.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on November 09, 2023, 07:19:42 AM
Nice, Deacon.

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on November 10, 2023, 10:23:18 PM
I fell off the wagon, again.  ::)
A S&W Model 15-3 followed me home.

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on November 11, 2023, 03:17:16 AM
Nice K Frame
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Silver Creek Slim on November 11, 2023, 09:47:45 PM
It was made in 1972.

Slim
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on November 16, 2023, 04:06:29 PM
Couldn't resist this little beast when it showed up at work. A GSG 522, a little .22 copy of the H&K MP5.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on November 17, 2023, 06:54:18 AM
That is cool  :)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major E A Sterner on November 17, 2023, 09:07:27 PM
If I lived in a free state I would own one of these.
(https://www.gunsamerica.com/userimages/94706/979795033/wm_6327453.jpg)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on November 18, 2023, 08:18:06 AM

 :) Really??  ;)

Other than Hunting People, it wouldn't be of much use.

If your that unhappy, quit whining and move.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major E A Sterner on November 18, 2023, 09:55:46 AM
It's a .22, a range toy, not made for hunting people, That has to be one of the most ignorant things I've seen on this thread. If you don't like someones choice of firearms just scroll past. No need to comment. And as far as moving,I would be out of this state if I could, but I have responsibilities here that take precedence.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on November 18, 2023, 04:07:59 PM
Ah, you'll get over it.  There simply wasn't any qualifying commentary that showed it to be other than a straight military(esque).

Sorry if I hurt your feelings.

I actually try not to step all over others preferences.  In some areas, I am somewhat opinionated, which I try not to make much ado over.  Apologies.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Delmonico on November 18, 2023, 09:43:42 PM
Sounded like the comment of a lefty liberal to me, not sure how it could have been taken any other way. 

But to be sure as we tell the LL's just because it looks like something don't mean it is.  But go ahead and give another dumb excuse.   :-\
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on November 19, 2023, 10:08:09 AM

And then we have a completely inane "Label" applied by an ultra right thinking conservative with absolutely no knowledge of an individuals basis for an opinion.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on November 19, 2023, 11:06:14 AM

 :) I'm the Coffinmaker and I'm a Gunoholic

I've fallen.  I've spent the last eleven months in ReHab from COVID.  I've done well enough to treat myself to a reward.  I scored TWO Brandy knew El Malo 2 revolvers.  I am unable to post here, but photos are available on Cimarron's web site. 

Absolutely gorgeous guns, three-n-a Half inch, Octagonal barrels.  The actions are sweet right out of the box.  Other than fixing the dumb two position base pin, no real action work is needed.  I have, however, changed the grips out for Navy Pattern plow handle grip sets.  Really neat guns they are!!  ;D
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Delmonico on November 19, 2023, 12:31:18 PM
And then we have a completely inane "Label" applied by an ultra right thinking conservative with absolutely no knowledge of an individuals basis for an opinion.

First of all I am middle of the road and second you are one of those Liberal types that thinks they have a right to tell others what they should like and what they should own.  Face it you said something rather stupid and I'm done with this, when I was little my mother told me not to talk with Liberals because they wanted to tell others what they should and shouldn't do and like most times she was right.  Type of guns, type of cars, it's all they same, they just like to try and control others because they they think they are the only ones who are right.

If you can't see what is wrong with your comment on someone just wanting to shoot a fun gun you are a sad person indeed. >:(

Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on November 19, 2023, 12:34:03 PM
Well !  when a carrot is dangled in front of a Gift horse, who am I to say no  :o
 

These are actually made on COLT Machinery
Colt commercial Model 1911A1 that was manufactured under contract for the country of Brazil. There were approximately 14,500 made in total under this contract in the 1937/38 time frame with very, very few ever seen in the United States. Eventually the country of Brazil adopted the Model 1911A1 as their standard pistol and started producing them at the State/Military run IMBEL factory.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Coffinmaker on November 19, 2023, 01:56:07 PM

 :) "Well Indeed"  ;)

Major 2 that be a righteously nice Brazilian 1911.  I have seen and worked on Spanish built "El Tigre" 1892 copies but I have never run into one of those Brazilian 1911s.  I presume you also made the grips for it??  Really nice indeed!!!

Makes it hard to "Stay on the Wagon" don't it!!
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on November 19, 2023, 02:23:50 PM
No on the grips, that's the way it came.
I assume they are handmade replacements.  :-\ .

I'm still reading about these Brazilian Contract 1911's made at IMBEL
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on November 30, 2023, 08:31:56 AM
 The above Brazilian 1911 in Reply #442
Originally the grips would have been as shown in the photo below (not mine) from the internet.
Also note: the slide serrations are different on this Colt Contract commensal Government Model.
One of 14,500 pre WW2 purchase.

The Brazilian 1911 above is post war late 40's or early 50's IMBEL factory build.

 
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: DeaconKC on January 11, 2024, 04:16:27 PM
Swapped into a clean Walther P-1 today. It's the post-war model of the Walther P38 with an aluminum frame.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on January 11, 2024, 10:24:56 PM
Cool,  :)

There is some very good info to be found on the Walther Forum, here is a link to one thread over there.
https://www.waltherforums.com/threads/walther-p-1-serial-numbering-and-matches.41003/

What is the Date of Manufacture on yours?  it looks like I see 5/81?

I had a former Bundeswehr Model dated 9/81
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Mogorilla on January 12, 2024, 07:12:20 AM
My dad had a P-38 he brought back from Germany.   He was there at the close of the Korean War, so always wondered how it was obtained.    He ended up selling it to a collector.    I was a sad little boy that day.   
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on January 22, 2024, 01:17:16 PM
Mog, do you remember if it was War era or Post war ?

The post war guns were Aluminum framed used both by the  Armed Forces Federal Republic of Germany (Bundeswehr) and the Police (Bundespolizei).

The one I have now is a 1944 Mauser  "byf"   Mauser-Werke AG, Oberndorf
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Mogorilla on January 22, 2024, 02:11:46 PM
I am 99% sure it was war era.  Dad was in Korea 50-51 and Germany 51-53.   He obtained it in Germany and had stories about running into former Nazis who resented the US presence.   One such altercation cost one of his friends a stripe.   The guy who bought it was big into WWII, so I have always guessed it was war era.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on February 07, 2024, 10:38:20 AM
About 10 years ago I was perusing Gun broker, just window shopping.
 I happen on this Stainless Steel Uberti, the consigner was Bob James.
The description mentioned it was a SASS tuned in 45 Colt.
The opening bid was $499 and listed with no reserve, there were no bids as yet and 3 days left.
So, what the hey, I bid the opening figuring I be out bid.
Well, when the auction reached 6 hours remaining, I was getting some nervus and some concerned.
Heck, I might win the bid "if" I did why?  was there something wanky?  ???

I won, and what I received was quite the "GEM"   I had scored, actually!

The gun is a 2014 CM date code, meaning it was the then current year manufacture.
Bob James is or was a well-respected SASS competitor and Gunsmith.

The Gun arrived as new in box, with a Bob James Gunsmith detailed build invoice.
Including Action Job, springs, FP bushing, and the Colt checker style faux ivories.
There also a set of Black checkered grips.

I don't recall the list price of SS Uberti in 2014 or the going cost of an action job back then.

But I felt like a bandit  :)  and this gun runs & shoots beautifully.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Abilene on February 07, 2024, 12:42:15 PM
The smoothest action on a SAA I ever felt was one of Bob James' guns!  Yeah, that was a helluva steal!
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on February 07, 2024, 01:42:19 PM
I stumbled upon it; at the time I did not know of Bob James.
 After I received it, I looked him up and found many accolades from his SASS customers.
I agree it is a sweet action.

Is he still working?


 
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Abilene on February 07, 2024, 02:48:48 PM
I kind of think he is.  Used to be known as the Arizona Thumber in the fast draw world.  He worked a lot with Legendary Guns in Phoenix, you could check with them.  He was set up in their tent at Winter Range once, which was right next to the Cimarron tent where I was working.  I had my 1st Gen SAA with me that the mounting stud on the barrel for the ejector housing screw had come loose (3rd time since I'd owned it).  He took it with him one evening and brought it back the next day, fixed.  He said the previous repairs had silver soldered the stud, but it was supposed to be staked in.  He charged me nothing and it has been fine since! 
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on February 07, 2024, 02:56:04 PM
I was just wondering; I have no SAA in need of service at present....




Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: River City John on February 07, 2024, 03:27:51 PM
A recent acquisition, my only Model P, and 4 3/4".
Action is butter-smooth, but dang hard to photograph the beautifully carved ebony grips.(I'll have to try again outdoors on a brightly lit day.)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on February 07, 2024, 03:47:04 PM
Thats nice John  :)
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Abilene on February 07, 2024, 04:50:34 PM
Very cool.  I don't know that I've ever seen carved ebony grips before.
Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on February 19, 2024, 08:36:56 AM
Here is another in my collection, it's not at all new to me I actually bought it in 1971.
A Model 999 Harrington & Richardson Sportsman, I purchased for my Dad.

Here is the back story. my Dad had one of these H&R's which was made before the War. (the model 999 was introduced in 1932)
I remembered it well as the gun I learned to shoot when I was about 7 or 8. circa 1957-58.
However, in 1963 my Grandfather passed, My Dad relied on a Lawyer friend of the family to administer
the will. The Lawyer did indeed get his fee, but my Dad gave that H&R to him as a personal "thanks".
Years passed...
So, it was 1971 and Christmas time, I had turned 21 earlier that year.
I had seen this H&R Model 999 is the Sporting goods Dept. at the Miami * K-Mart.
BINGO, I felt it was the perfect gift for my Dad, and so it was.
 He enjoyed it and we when shooting 22's on several occasions.
It returned to my possession when I lost my Dad in 1986. It is one of 4 guns that were my Dads that are priceless to me. The original pre-war H&R was defiantly what instilled my passion of Firearms.

 
* Kmart, which had 2,100 stores all over the nation, has not sold handguns since the 1970s.
 As of Jan 2024, only two locations remained in the continental United States, one is that very same Miami, Florida store I bought the new H&R and a Westwood, New Jersey location.
 The number was reduced to just two mainland U.S. stores when a Birmingham, NY location closed in late 2023.

Title: Re: gunoholic
Post by: Major 2 on February 19, 2024, 09:26:57 AM
I should also offer this extended tidbit, When...
 I gave the above H&R 999 to my Dad that Christmas 1971.
 He then insisted that I receive his S&W “Hand Ejector”, he wanted me to have it.
This is the side arm he had on board the "Lenape" his 34' cabin cruiser.
 He volunteered for service in the US Coast Guard along with the Boat and was accepted, just after Pearl Harbor.
During early months of World War II, he became temporary member of the Coast Guard Reserve. These temporary members brought their boats which would be used for safety patrols. Coast Guard Headquarters allowed some of those boats to be equipped with machine guns and they could carry pistols and rifles on patrols. (an enlisted CG man was assigned to go along armed with 1911 & 03)

It's another priceless piece to me   :) Made in 1926

I was about 10 years old when I first got to shoot this one as I recall. I remember the recoil as "WOW".
big stuff, big caliber when compared to the 22 LR I had shot before...
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Post by: Silver Creek Slim on February 19, 2024, 11:45:45 AM
I did it again.  ;D
Taurus 66. .357 Mag. 7 shot cylinder. Appears to have been made in 2002. It is Taurus' version of the S&W 686 plus at about half the price.

Slim
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Post by: Major 2 on February 19, 2024, 11:51:12 AM
Turn that frown   :( upside down, nice score  :)
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Post by: Silver Creek Slim on February 19, 2024, 12:00:37 PM
Is that better?
BTW, a little over 4 bills out the door.

Slim
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Post by: Major 2 on February 19, 2024, 01:59:09 PM
4 Benjiman's out the door... that should rate a "Hot diggity dam "  ;)   ;D ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Major 2 on February 19, 2024, 04:49:03 PM
Another piece that's dear to me is my Dads Remington Model 341 built prior to WW2.
It was produced between 1936 - 1940 when Remington went to war production.
This was the first gun I ever shot and owned; Dad gave to me when I was 10.
 It would chamber 22 short, Long and Long Rifle.

I recall my Dad contemplated shortening the stock's LOP so I could shoulder it, I used to hold it in my armpit to aim.
I must have about 8 or so. I'm glad he did not, he realized I'd would grow into it.
I was a deadeye and a threat to every tin can and bottle I collected.  :D

Great memories  :) and still shoots great.





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Post by: Major 2 on February 20, 2024, 07:59:06 AM
I have shown 3 of my Dads/ my heirlooms, it's only fitting to show the fourth one as well.
The Model 870 Remington, we shot clay pigeons with together.
It is the only shotgun I have any more, having traded or sold my various CAS doubles and Norinco
1897 Trench Gun.

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Post by: Baltimore Ed on February 20, 2024, 03:18:32 PM
Roger, how can you be a gunoholic if you’re trading or selling your toys. Sounds like you’re in recovery.
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Post by: Major 2 on February 20, 2024, 03:37:10 PM
It's part of the syndrome, trade up, trade laterally or sell and use the funds and buy more  ::)

My gun catalog inventory reads like non-fiction.


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Post by: DeaconKC on February 27, 2024, 06:44:44 PM
This one followed me home, a .38 Special Richards-Mason. Gotta swap the grips out for some Army size.
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Post by: Major E A Sterner on February 27, 2024, 07:45:51 PM
Very nice addition Deacon KC, I'm sure you'll enjoy it.
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Post by: Major 2 on February 27, 2024, 08:16:53 PM
What the other Major said !  :)
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Post by: Abilene on February 27, 2024, 08:43:50 PM
Yo Deacon, those are already Army grips on it.   ;)
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Post by: DeaconKC on February 28, 2024, 09:09:39 PM
Well if'n Abilene's gonna pick on me, I'll just post this Sig 220 I traded for today. Needs a new front night sight, but looking forward to having this one in the herd.
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Post by: Major 2 on February 28, 2024, 10:35:42 PM
You win, you put the " -aholic " in gun acquisition this month  ;D

Nice score...
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Post by: Professor Marvel on February 29, 2024, 09:42:53 PM
Well if'n Abilene's gonna pick on me, I'll just post this Sig 220 I traded for today. Needs a new front night sight, but looking forward to having this one in the herd.

great Score Deacon!

Since it needs a front sight, I like to recommend the tritium 3 dot sights - they really work in the dark and line up quickly.

I would post what my "new favorite" carry sights are, but it would crack open a hornets nest lol
yhs
prof mumbles
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Post by: DeaconKC on March 02, 2024, 10:32:56 PM
Thanks! It appears it is an ex PDgun from what I can tell.  It has night sights but the front one is very dim, the rears are still very good.  So a new  Trijicon is on order along  with magazines. Gotta find my old Hogue Pau Ferro grips  from a former 220.
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Post by: Major 2 on March 03, 2024, 09:37:27 AM
Today is a poignant day in my memory, on this day 3 years ago my shooting pard and fidus Achates
the late John Holmes passed.  :(

 We haunted our Friendly LGS every Saturday morning like clockwork.
had lunch together 3 or more times a week.
We shot NCOWS, hosting the Florida Posse' Cracker Cow Cavalry, which he and I chartered, and travel out of State to Matches in S. Carolina & Texas & Ind., several conventions and the National in 2016.

John and I often went to the Melbourne Fl Gun shows, we also traded many guns between us.

I've shown this one before, but on this day, I present again, our last trade just 3 days before his unexpected passing.

A Very cool
  French MAB PA 15, these were France's offering to the trials for NATO.
15 rounds (one more than the FN High-power)
This one purchased in Heidelburg, Germany US Post exchange by a former high school friend of John's and Air Force Officer.
This is the military version; MAB briefly had a civilian version offering for import, so they are somewhat rare here in the US.

So, I have it out and will send some 9MM into my bullet traps, which just feels good  :)