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Hello, I just bought a S&W 29-10 50th Anniversary model. The single action trigger is nice and crisp however I find that the double action trigger is almost a two stage trigger. The trigger comes back with a nice steady pull, then gets very heavy and finally releases the sear. I've found...

Hello, I'm in the market for a bolt action rifle that has less recoil than a .30-06 for my wife. Is a .270 a viable option for hunting most North American game? Primarily deer and Russian Boar in the East. Thanks for your help. -Jim

Hello, I've been reloading for about three years now. I have been using a Dillon 550 press and a Lyman 500 magnetic scale. I'm thinking of upgrading my scale. Could anyone suggest a good magnetic or electronic scale? I'm interstest in pros and cons to any models that you have experience...

Early Christmas present from my wife was a S&W 19-2 with a 2-1/2" barrel. Bluing is pretty darn close to 100%. The serial number gives it a born on date of 1966 according to the Standard Catalog of Smith and Wesson Firearms. It has the tiny splinter type grips over a round butt. Single...

I'm ready to take the plunge into the Curio and Relic licensing situation. I haven't had much skill at navigating through the BATFE's website. I have several questions which I hope that someone could help me out with. Do I need to call them to request a FFL Curio and Relic license? Is...

Hello, Is anyone a member of this club? I joined a while ago and received a flier regarding an event in July but haven't found any details on Smith and Wesson's website. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you. -Jim

So far I have done well on a psuedo New Year's Resolution. I've gotten at least one person interested in firearms. I've taken two people target shooting so far this year. One has turned in their paperwork to buy their own handgun and another is likely to become a firearm owner this Spring or...

Cany anyone suggest any books on the 1911? I'll keep my eyes open for the Shop Manual by Knaphausen (sp?) Any other suggestions? I picked up a SW1911 and really like it so far. Thank you for your help. -Jim

I made a new addition to the range bag over the weekend by adding a SW1911 to the collection. It's my first 45ACP and it shoots nice. Can anyone recommend a good holster for it? Thanks for your help. -Jim

Hello, I hope everyone has had or is having a safe and happy Independance Day. I took out a Ruger 77/22 in 22lr earlier today for my Independance Day celebration and noticed that it had trouble ejecting the empty casings. I put a little more oil on the bolt where the bolt holds onto the...

After about 5-6 weeks off of the board, I'm getting settled into my new place. Can anyone recommend any good private or public ranges in the southern CT region? Thank you for your help. -Jim

I've noticed that there are a lot of posts that float because they do have some valuable information in them. Is there or could there be a thread put together on books that people recommend for firearms, shooting sports, concealed carry, hunting (North America, Africa etc)? -Jim

Anyone know what firearms are made at each of Ruger's plants? I believe that they have plants in NH, CT and AZ -Jim

Hello, I recently picked up a blued revolver, S&W 17-2 and the bluing is in very good shape. Any suggestions what I can do to ensure that the bluing stays nice? Is there a particular treated cloth or oil that you recommend? Thanks for your help. -Jim

Hello, I finally got curted of the S&W K22 bug. I found a model 17-2 for sale. It didn't come with tools, papers or a box. It has about 98% of its blueing. There is some slight muzzle wear and a couple nicks on the cylinder. I took my new addition to the range yesterday and got about...

Hello, I'd like to introduce myself since I'm new here. I just found this form. I've been into target shooting for about 8 years now. I got an introduction to firearms later in life than I'd have like so now I'm trying learn as much as possible and having lots of fun along the way. My...