Search results for query: *

  • Users: maxxhavoc
  • Content: Threads
  • Order by date
  1. maxxhavoc

    Help with a Smith and Wesson 686

    I am just about fed up with this gun. It will not reliably reset the trigger after shooting. The last "click" in the cycle does not always happen unless you slip your finger off the trigger to let it slam forward. If I return the trigger forward slowly, the next time I pull the trigger the...
  2. maxxhavoc

    Walmart discounts Part II - Leupold

    So I checked my Walmart for these rifle deals (that I don't really need) at Walmart. Nope, none. But what is this under the glass? a 3-9x Leupold Rifleman scope for $139? Sign me up. I ended up getting both: Leupold Rifleman 3-9x40mm Wide Duplex #56160 for $139 and Leupold Rifleman...
  3. maxxhavoc

    A little help with a S&W 686

    Some of you may have seen this link I posted earlier of an issue I was having with a 686. http://www.fasthavoc.net/linkedimage/guns/VID_20171215_175319.mp4 Well, I opened it up, and saw what was happening: The sear is not extending over the trigger. If you let go of the trigger quickly, it...
  4. maxxhavoc

    Winchester Wildcat .22 impressions

    Well, I saw and impulse bought a Winchester Wildcat 22 Rifle. Features looked good: -Peep sight from Factory -Sling swivel holes -easy to use mag release -easy to use bolt release -Uses 10/22 magazines Now the bad: It is plastic. No, not in a "they are only good if they are wood" way, but the...
  5. maxxhavoc

    The smallest holster I have made yet

    I decided to play around with an OWB holster for a pocket gun. More or less just to see how it came out. For reference, the spectrum is about the same size as an LCP It still needs some cleanup, and the staining on the rough leather came out poorly. But as a test unit, I am satisfied. I...
  6. maxxhavoc

    Got my Spectrum back from Taurus

    Although I have 10+ Taurus/Rossi Pistols and revolvers, I had only needed to use their warranty service once. Until I bought the Spectrum. Out of the box, it had light primer strikes at least 1-2 out of every 10 rounds. Second strike capability is nice, but not if you rely on it to finish...
  7. maxxhavoc

    Finally got a JRA M14

    I have been wanting one of these since they started their partnership with Bula. Well, recently, they started offering a new model, a GI standard style M14 with GI wood. Since I would have immediately bought GI wood to put on their normal model, it saved me a step. The new metal is flawless...
  8. maxxhavoc

    Taurus Warranty Experience

    OK, I have several Taurus revolvers and a couple pistols, but until recently had no experience with their warranty service department. Then I bought a used 905. I liked the size, and the weight, and have decided that I greatly prefer 9mm to .357 in a snub revolver. It has less flash, less...
  9. maxxhavoc

    OKC 3S bayonets on sale

    I posted this on another thread, but not where many could see it. Anyway, surplus USMC issue OKC3S bayonets are on sale for 39.99 at Midway. https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1918208129/military-surplus-okc-3s-bayonet These are fair condition, but still a rare low price on these decent knives.
  10. maxxhavoc

    A question on making holsters.

    OK, a question for all of you that make your own holsters. I have just started with this new addiction and I have had pretty good success with the style I like and autoloaders. Not perfect, but good. These are OWB holsters so far. What I an doing is tracing out stitching lines about 1/2"...
  11. maxxhavoc

    Has anyone been to the CMP Advanced Maintenance Course?

    I won the lottery...well, at least A lottery. I got a slot in the CMP Advanced Maintenance Class next year. They say all I will need to bring is eyes and an apron...is there anything else I should bring? I am assuming a stack of extra money in case I get into the store. They say I can build...
  12. maxxhavoc

    Had my first primer detonation

    I was using my Lee Pro 1000, the same one I have been using for about 25 years. Not that it is the fault of the equipment, especially since I was using Federal primers, which are known to be temperamental, and Lee specifically says not to use them. With that said, I was burning off the last...
  13. maxxhavoc

    XDS vs Shield

    I have been carrying an XDS 45 for several years. I have been very happy with it - put in a IWB holster, and it just disappears. It is very comfortable to carry, and I have had no complaints. It shoots "good enough" for a CWP gun. Palmetto State Armory put the Shield on sale at a price I...
  14. maxxhavoc

    New Rhineland .45 Mauser build

    So I finally got the Rhineland 45 ACP kit (http://www.troupsystems.com/mauser45kits.htm) I have been interested in for awhile. I have had an old Chinese Mauser sitting in the closet for years. Rust had claimed the barrel, and the receiver was deeply pitted. The stock was cracked almost in...
  15. maxxhavoc

    Cheap USB Endoscope

    I posted this as a reply to another thread about bore lights, but after I did I thought it would be useful enough to post here. If you have a smartphone, look at this: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014W2PT7A?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00 It is a USB endoscope you...
  16. maxxhavoc

    What is a good round to load with Bullseye?

    OK, just a quick question for folks who use Bullseye powder. During the powder drought, I ended up buying a variety of powders to offset the lack of Win231. During that time, I found out that Red Dot works equally as well as 231 in 9mm, and fills the case more. I may keep using it. I...
  17. maxxhavoc

    Charleston, SC area - Boggy Head Cleanup day 2/7/15

    The Rangers are asking for volunteers to help clean up the Boggy Head range on February 7th from 7AM-11AM. They are providing food at a cookout at the Ranger station afterwards. Get out there if you can - it is getting messy, and we don't need them to shut it down again!
  18. maxxhavoc

    Appleseed Shooters, let's see those AQTs

    Inspired by a picture that happygeek posted in another thread, I thought it would be good to have a thread with Appleseed results, and the equipment used to shoot them. So if you have them, post some AQT pictures and tell folks what you used to shoot them. Ruger 10/22 with Tech-Sights...
  19. maxxhavoc

    Best value guns in your collection?

    We've all heard the expression "you get what you pay for." Well, I have not always found that to be the case. What guns are in your collection that cost less than they should for the accuracy, reliability or simple fun they deliver? Please, only guns that are still available at that price. I...
  20. maxxhavoc

    Need help with Rem 700 accuracy

    Here are some of my latest targets from my SPS Varmint .308. I believe am getting consistent horizontal stringing. This is with Federal Gold Medal Match 168gr SMKs (right-hand large target) as well as with handloads (168gr SMK over 38.5 Benchmark - all other targets.) I am using...
Back
Top