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I fell for all of the hype with the big bore hand cannons. Bought a real nice 500 S&W back when they first came out. Shot a lot through it, probably 250-275 rounds(just estimating). Right towards the end of the ownership of said gun, I started shooting steel instead of paper. It became quite...

That definitely trumps any animal that walks. Been there.

I have no personal experience, or know anyone who has experienced a torn retina from shooting. I have heard rumors of a 50BMG (PISTOL) made by Triple Action that some users have had horrible experiences with. A torn retina is one that I have heard about. A broken wrist was another. It's second...

Definitely at the top top of my dream cartridges. I dont reload , so i would have find someone for "Custom reloads) but that's beside the point. Super congratulations on one spectacular build!

If this post doesn't change the tempo of this thread, nothing will. Lol.

That's awesome... there's a lot of good ones, but it's my favorite. Opinions may vary though.

Ghost in the darkness.

308 win. Reason, it replaced the 30-06 for US military use and it's what I used while serving. There is absolutely nothing wrong with the 06, just I just have that attachment to the war bird. Plus, it's an awesome round.

My "queens" Walnut and blues steel. Working/hunting rifles are all rattlecanned. Synthetic/plastic black stocks/chassis make no sense to me. I own several and all but 2 are still black (not sure if I'll keep them). The rifles I know I'm going to keep, get painted. Reason, I dress in full...

"When in Rome" comes to mind. My PH was more than fine with it. I had never hunted from a "bakkie", and honestly found it quite enjoyable, in a weird way. As previously stated, if you're comfortable with it, enjoy the hunt, and to the nay sayers that say it's not hunting, F**k'em. If you are...

HAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!! That statement never crossed my lips. Just read a thread earlier this week, the gentleman had just purchased a 1895 in 30-40 krag. The rifle/caliber has always intrigued me, so I started looking, lol. IMHO no gun collection is ever complete.

Well, that definitely proves that I've been away from the site for too long. Congratulations to your son.

Phil, technology has advanced. Though I've only used partitions a handful of times they have always preformed well. The 308 was developed in 1952 and you are allowing him to take the old cornerstone, so why not the partition? In my opinion, neither need to be improved.

That's amazing. It's a desired rifle of mine.

Wish the was a "love" along side of the "like" choice. Best I've seen in a long time...

Ya, but by God I own it while I'm here. At least the firearms and all the ammo. Lol

Standard. It's just one of those cartridges tha doesn't need improvements.

Congratulations, my all time favorite cartridge. As a matter of fact, THE ONLY, Ruger I've ever owned that grouped great was very similar to yours. Mines synthetic, but hey, the SS and synthetic compliment each other just as well. I hope it brings you a lifetime of enjoyment. The 308w is a dream...

Hey, you asked... No need to be a wise guy.. Lol. For what it's worth I know of 1 person with a Henry single shot, I don't remember the caliber, but he was pretty fond of it. I remember he put a vxii on top though.

Toby, You break the action open (similar to a Harrison and Richardson ). You then place a cartridge in the hole that's at the end of the barrel closest to the pistol grip, i.e. breach. Next you close the action. Point the firearm in a safe direction or an intended target. Cock the hammer (that...

I guess that's my biggest point, if you had to go into unfamiliar territory, you will do the best with the weapon you are most comfortable with. Chances are though it may not be best for different settings. It's all about what works best for ALL the criteria that was set by the OP. I just don't...

Interesting thought, but definitely not realistic (by your standards) such a universal all purpose firearm does not exist... What works for me, i.e. weapons choice, here in Missouri, in my "bunker/fortified position" may not work for someone in an urban setting in say Chicago, NYC or LA. For...

Redneck solutions alway prevail (okay, not ALWAYS). Its actually a phenomenal idea. Brought to up to my Mrs. and son, they're both up for it. Not traveling to another state, just a boat ride on the Meremac river and maybe do a little fishing/drinking. Might even camp over at my grandmother's...

Very nice purchase Scott.

Red leg. I seriously want to apologize. My daughter is currently stateside and has no symptoms. I guess I was trying to be a hard ass (kinda pride myself on that) but, I actually felt relieved when I found out she was coming home. It's hard to explain but the best way I can describe it is, she's...

Just trying to be safe. Washing hands a lot more, "social distancing ", as political and media figures like to put it. I've never really liked large crowds, that's why I live in the country. Grinding all of my deer meat up for jerky sticks. Preferred actions, Remington 700 in 308, Bushmaster...

I wouldn't wish that on our worst enemy... We can deal with the dems, after all they are a problem we created by becoming complacent. Again, sending dems to China I believe would classify as an act of war!

Every branch of the US military (and many other countries) use a 700 push feed rifle for their long range work. So ya, definitely not for use in stressful situations, especially when your life or the life of your guys are at stake...

I truly don't think I have it in me to try and talk someone out of purchasing a gun. You go for it bud.

2 sets of eyes. .

Lol.. Somewhat. At least military intelligence TRY'S to keep soldiers safe.

AFRICA SUN SAFARIS

Found it. It would be nice to see some new views, or some old ones... This is a great fantasy thread.

Ya, couldn't find it spike.t, things only go back to 2018 in the archives on your page.. I'd still drink the place empty when I got to the opposite side of the continent. Lol....

My days aren't over yet...

It's all in what you like brother. Lol. Yes, many discussions on the topic. I still remember one of your first post on this site. About modern firearms in old Africa, or something like that. I still feel the 35whelen would fit good in my hands to take down anything that I needed too on that...

Red field used to make one hellofa scope.

Most of my rifles are what you would classify as "beaters"... I own one safe queen and even it shows that it's been used. For ME, if it's an accurate rifle with a purpose, it gets used. 6 out of (u don't need to know my rifle count) are rattle canned. They are tools. Regardless of who or...

Love it!!!

+1 for Bartlein

As a US citizen I have also taken an oath to protect this country from enemies foriegn and domestic. If I put myself in a position where some shit like this broke out, I would not put myself above this country! So please don't make me out to be some kind of insensitive prick!... My daughter IS...

Agree... We have a communist oligarch who is trying to save face by hiding certain numbers. I hope and pray I'm wrong about this but everything ive read (mainstream and not so mainstream media) that the US has offered CDC assistance to China. Have yet to read where they have accepted the offer...

My wife ( a Republican) from New York, had no problem moving to Missouri because of the way things were going there. She worked in but live just north of The City. Once Giuliani left as mayor of NYC it started going to shit again.

God I hope so!

Love it!!!

Re-invention of the wheel. Which is how great cartridges are created, I understand that. In this case 270 vs 280, I have no idea why the 280 was created. Wildcats be wildcats. There is a long list of cartridges that spawned from other cartridges that became phenomenal creations. I love the 6mm...

Normally does,,, yawn...

It's just my personal experience but i have NEVER owned a rifle that shot hornady ammunition worth a crap. In there defense, I primarily own Remington 700s in some configuration and the way i understand it hornady is in bed with ruger. I don't know or could care less if thats true, i just know i...

No sir, it wouldn't. Lol. Ammo would, i can/would carry more ammunition than booze. Id be selective with my targets, in a manner of speaking.

Im sure folks outside of the shooting/hunting community would say that a stockpile of ammunition for the 10-50 guns you own is a form of prepping. Which it is as far as I'm concerned. When the SHTF I am convinced ammunition will be a form of currency. Along with booze!!! Among other things. Lol