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    Marlin 1894 twist rate

    Well, I only shoot 200 grain lead for CAS, but it works just great. Mine does not like the semi wad cutter 240 factory loads though. I pulled all the bullets left in the box and reloaded them with my 200 grain. Gave the lead bullets to a friend for his pistol. I love that little beauty. It...
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    October 2009 Rimfire Match!

    Thanks Maverick
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    October 2009 Rimfire Match!

    Where am I supposed to get these targets? Did we resolve what the target is to be? RED WHITE AND BLUE for 50 Yd Silhouette for 25?
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    The CMP and their Garands

    Well, being an old cuss, I didn't have to do all the things that they require, but I am qualified to do them. That being said, they are really interested in my status in an approved club with a CMP program. I am an annual member in two and I need to send in proof of member ship each year. BUT...
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    fired M1 Garand for the first time yesterday

    Just a note of warning, commercial ammunition, other than Hornady and Federal, that are loaded specifically for the M1 are not recommended unless you use an adjustable gas plug. There reasons for this, powder burn rates and bent operating rods. So be cautious when you load those clips and good...
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    fired M1 Garand for the first time yesterday

    If I can jump into the discussion, I would compare the recoil on a standard M1 to be about the same as a mild 12 gauge recoil. BUT perceived recoil is a relative thing. Some folks don't notice while others suffer from it. At 9.5 pounds weigh-in, and being gas driven, it handles the 30-06 very...
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    Well guys it happened to me....neighbor.

    You did not mention what state you reside in, or if you did I missed it. I do that a lot. That being said, I think I would check with a lawyer, yeah I don't like them either, but in this day and age they are necessary. One of my lifelong friends is a lawyer, but he is also a shooter so we...
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    Mortars? Anyone know?

    I stand corrected. Size does matter. LOL Make that a good cigar for Clem.
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    Band of Brothers vs Saving Private Ryan

    Well, my vote is for BoB. I think it is an honest presentation of the facts and how things went down. SPR, however gave some very dramatic moments. I did not sleep well for several nights after seeing it. The mother sitting on the porch sobbing brought memories to me of my Uncle killed in France...
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    Mortars? Anyone know?

    Well, I never saw anything like that in the .81 mm mortar ordnance while I was in Uncle Sam's club. Not saying it could not be something developed after 1960 when I left the active service.\I would not think a .22 blank would have enough umph to ignite the cheese to hoist one of these out of...
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    if you were in my position...

    I concur with the opinion that the 30-06 covers a lot of ground. I would vote for a lever action Marlin 1894 in a pistol caliber. I shoot one and it is one of the most fun to shoot rifles that I own. The 30-06 is still a big contender for the hunting round for anything big enough to be a truck...
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    gunroom decor or lawn ornament, anyone?

    I didn't see a rail for the flashlight.
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    Pink-o-flage camo

    Bottom line: If she likes it, you done good. If she doesn't like it, try chocolates and flowers.
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    Marlin 1894 .44 Magnum, accuracy issues, new barrel?

    I shoot cowboy with mine. It has the ballard barrel in in it and I shoot handloads with .429 lead bullets. I have not printed it on paper since I first got it but I seldom miss a cowboy target at their distances. When I do, it is most likely my fault. I have nothing but good things to say about...
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    Is Marlin 39A worth the money over Henry H001T?

    Never like to bash or bad mouth another person's choice of weapons. Dance with what you got I say. However, my preference runs toward the 39A. I could not get past the blocky look of the Henry and a few other issues. Soooo, I ordered one. Marling 39 A that is. If I knew how to post a picture, I...
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    Will try Remington 165 Gr Corelokt PSP

    DANGER ! Pardon me butting in. But for safety reasons, It is not recommended that you use commercial ammunition in an M1 Garand. There is a danger of slam fires with the soft primers used in commercial ammo. You will also need an adjustable gas plug for your M1 Garand because of burn rates in...
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    357 lever action rifle

    As you may or may not know, that is the most popular cartridge used for Cowboy Action shooting. Most of the fast guns use the .38 Special out of either an italian import or one of the above mentioned lever guns. I personally am a big bore man, in more ways than one I am told, but several of my...
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    The Marlin 39 Club

    I just might have to make a run up there when it arrives. Thanks for the info JustsayMo. Looks like some cowboys in that crowd. My kind of folks.
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    Boy did I get an education in a hurry

    I have long been a fan of the 1911 pistol. Uncle Sam let me borrow one for use in his Army, in a land far, far away, many, many, years ago. I had an opportunity to purchase a 1911 A1 Mil Spec from Springfield Armory. New gun, Great looker. So, like any red blooded american boy, I took it...
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    Summer 2009 THR hunting rifle match

    You guys make it hard for us old blind guys. Some pretty nice looking targets already. I thought about entering my Marlin 1894 .44 Mag with iron sights at 50 yards but you are already outside my capabilities. Besides, I do not have access to photo equipment to post pictures. Good...
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