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Abilene Slim SASS 81783
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50 minutes ago, Sedalia Dave said:
For longer ranges I find a longer barrel to be easier to keep on target. The heavier weight seems to help. Downside is they are not fun to carry long distances.
I only have to carry mine from my cart to the stage. 😁
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20 hours ago, Alpo said:
I just had a hip replacement 5 weeks ago. This is sick.
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14 minutes ago, Old Man Graybeard said:
As far as barrel length...I myself prefer the 24 inch barrels. I just seem to shoot them better. I know most people prefer the 20 inch...just my preference. And someday I might find a 73 in 44-40 with a 30 inch barrel. I have a couple of 73's in 38 with 20 inch that my son and grandson shoot...but my 357 and 44-40 rifles that I prefer are 24 inch. I have shot APP in my 357 rifles using 38 special cases...and there is a lot more cleanup needed than the 44-40...that only needs the barrel cleaned
Me too. I have an 1860 Henry with a 24” barrel and a 20” ‘73 carbine, both in .44-40 cal. I prefer the length of the Henry over the carbine.
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On 1/25/2026 at 6:27 AM, Tex Jones, SASS 2263 said:
I remember seeing some guy climb up the side of one of the World Trade Center buildings a long time ago. Brings to mind the comment: "stupid is as stupid does..."
I was living in NYC when that happened - 1976 or ‘77 I think. As I recall, the guy was arrested when he got to the top, but either wasn’t charged or they were dropped.
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The iconic blender skit:
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18 hours ago, Dapper Dave said:
I'm sensing a trend here...I'm not completely sure, but it seems like a consensus or sorts, a warning of a type...
44-40, you nimrod!
Like this?
Cimarron Firearms 1873 Short Lever Action Rifle 44-40 WCF 20 Blued
A little cheaper, a little shorter, still Cimmaron...who makes Cimmaron, Uberti?
So, mold and dies plus brass, too. What bullet do we recommend for 44-40 BP rounds?
Dave, I was looking at the link and it appears several barrel lengths are available, including a 16”. A column of 10 .44-40 cartridges measures 15 7/8”, meaning the 16” version won’t hold 10 rounds. The 20” version should be your minimum length.
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26 minutes ago, Buckshot Bear said:
When I'm the TO and the shooter has a '66 or '73 chambered in.45 LC and loaded with smokeless, I always see gas coming out of the top.
That’s cuz the shooter is almost always using a lightweight bullet and bottom of the range powder charge. When I shot .45 Colt I used a heavy bullet - 225 gr and mid range powder charge. With that, I didn’t get the gas coming out the top as the load sealed the chamber better.
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What caliber? Is your ammo at or perhaps exceeding max OAL?
Do you mean the lever is stuck all the way closed, or can you jiggle it to feed the next round?
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Just curious Cholla, how much goo are we talking about? I’m seeing posted solutions that rank right up there with removing Cosmoline from an old Garand.
I know it’s time to clean my seating die when it starts sucking the bullet back out of the case. A few swipes with a couple of lighter fluid soaked Q-tips is all I need. Are you experiencing more goo than that?
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18 minutes ago, Dapper Dave said:
Real BP. I have some of that. I actually have the wherewithal to make my own BP as well, I just don't do it very much, PITA. But I have 3F Olde Eynsford again, and a bottle of Scarett's APP as well, unopened, got them from Kid Rich, thank you again, kind sir!
And yes, I cast my own, more fun and way cheaper, have lots of lead.
For real BP you need to cast a Big Lube bullet. They have larger and deeper grooves to hold BP compatible lube. Essential, or you’re gonna have a less than harmonious outcome.
A smokeless bullet mold will do fine for the subs, but not for Goex etc.
BP or subs provide a smokey experience, but only BP provides the flame, which to me is the whole point.
I don’t recommend making your own BP under any circumstances, but especially not if you want consistency at a match.
YMMV
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37 minutes ago, Dapper Dave said:
I'm sensing a trend here...I'm not completely sure, but it seems like a consensus or sorts, a warning of a type...
44-40, you nimrod!
Like this?
Cimarron Firearms 1873 Short Lever Action Rifle 44-40 WCF 20 Blued
A little cheaper, a little shorter, still Cimmaron...who makes Cimmaron, Uberti?
So, mold and dies plus brass, too. What bullet do we recommend for 44-40 BP rounds?
200 gr. Are you casting your own?
What “BP” do you plan to use? Real BP - Goex et al, or one of the subs - APP, 777 et al? Makes a huge difference in your bullet choice.
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My sister lives in the Dayton, OH area and says over 16” is on the ground with more coming down at 2” per hour. They’re on track to best the record blizzard of 1978.
After much overhype and drama from the weather guessers here, we got 4” plus at our house. Sunny and 5 degrees F today.
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The fact is, a straight wall case like .45 is a lousy BP cartridge for a rifle, and IMO not that great for smokeless either. You can make it work, but it’s just that - a lot of work. Annealing is the most effective, but I’d rather watch paint dry.
I assume you don’t already load .45 Colt for your cowboy guns? If so, spend your $$ on a rifle chambered for .44-40. You’ll be glad you did. .38-40 is a great cartridge too, but brass is harder to come by than .44-40.
I sold my .45 cal Rossi and replaced it with an 1860 Henry and then added a ‘73 carbine, both in .44-40. Never looked back. The action(s) are always clean after a match. Adding on, I shoot smokeless and real BP. For me, bottle neck cartridges are the way to go, especially for BP.
YMMV
BTW, I shot a lot of BP thru my .45 Rossi and yes, it was messy. However, I used the Nate Kiowa Jones method for cleanup, so there was never a need to take it down. It’s really quite easy, but is a topic for another thread. I only mention it because you might want to try BP in yours to see if you like the experience before plunking down $$ for dedicated BP rifle.
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Carey shoulda left that spoiled, entitled, obnoxious and bossy schoolmarm to fend for herself. Ain’t no one like that worth putting up with.
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2 hours ago, H. K. Uriah, SASS #74619 said:
Finally, it seems to me that the whole "assembly numbers" thing was a colossal waste of effort. Why not just use the gun's serial number? I must be missing something.
I’d like to ask Smith & Wesson the same question. It’s inscrutable. 🤨
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Cigarette lighter fluid on a Q-tip or twisted tip of rag.
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Now that’s just plain awesome, Buckshot!
I wanted to slow the camera panning down to get a better look at them, but that makes them blurry. Would love to see another video that moves a little slower.
I have a Wilesco D-10 I got as a present eons ago. It’s 0 degrees F and snowing outside, and your video has inspired me to fire it up. It hasn’t run in 60+ years. Any tips before I do?-
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21 hours ago, watab kid said:my BIL just sent a text - "if youve ever said youd do it when he!! freezes over - your scheduled to do it this week"
Satire from the Babylon Bee. This pretty much sums up the local tv coverage from the weather guessers in my home town. They’ve been at “OMG!!!” general quarters since Wednesday. I mean really, weather like this has been a staple of this area since like, forever. Reality? We might get 3”-4” over a couple of days. Maybe, but much likely less. Sigh…
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31 minutes ago, Dantankerous said:
The generation 5 had a slightly flared magwell that the gen 4 did not have which was very nice for quicker reloads. The gen 5 trigger was also better than the previous generations. The gen 6 continues this magazine well, flair, a little bit more without adding to any sort of conceal carry printing issues.
The new gen 6 has a flat face trigger. It's my understanding it is the same trigger pull weight, but because it's a flat trigger, it feels more consistent and lighter throughout the press. The reset is also very typical Glock for proper trigger finger manipulation riding the trigger during the reset. Audible and tactile. It really makes follow up shots quicker and easier.
Sadly, however, the sights are still the plastic typical Glock sights that suck suck suck and should be replaced immediately.
Thanks, I’ll have to handle one if get a chance.
Sounds like I may have fixed the major issues on mine. I first installed a Ghost connector which solved the trigger pull, then installed a flat trigger. The trigger helped, but did not solve the Glock finger pinch, which I found out wasn’t unique to me. Still, it’s big improvement over the original stock trigger. Tape on my finger solves the pinch issue for range practice. I figure in a real-world defensive scenario I won’t notice. Talon grips were added too and were a nice addition.
I’ve tried a number of other sub compacts for CCW, but none have impressed me enough to replace the Glock.
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42 minutes ago, Dantankerous said:
The gen 6 Glocks in 9mm are out. The G17, G19 and G45. I had the opportunity to handle one recently and it doesn't feel like any previous generation Glock. Subtle yet very noticeable design changes to the grip shape completely changes how it feels in the hand. My gen 5 G45 and the gen 6 G45 feel nothing like the same gun. The grip texture is only part of the equation. A slight palm swell and a much better undercut of the trigger guard have made a huge difference. The balance is better. How it fits the hand is more ergonomic. Many times how a Glock fits one's hand has been likened to a block of wood. No more. I think if you go check one out you might be pleasantly surprised in the difference. Not saying you'll suddenly like the Glock feel but you may. What you will see is a vast difference in what previous generations of Glocks have felt like compared to the generation 6.
Dan, I have a Gen 4 G43 (original frame, not the G43 X), which I understand is staying in the lineup. Do you know if they’ve made any changes to the grip since the Gen 4?
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1 hour ago, Texas Joker said:
What separates a $300 ar from a $1200 ar?
$900. Barney summed up the rest. Which leaves the question about suppressors unanswered.
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I’ve never considered getting one given the (former) tax and expense that typically hovered at $900-$1,200. With this new offering, they’re now within reach, but I know nothing about them other than what they’re supposed to do.
I’m now considering one for my 5.56 AR. What separates a $300 suppressor from a $1,200 one? I don’t shoot my rifles indoors, so maximum “silencing” isn’t important. -
Opinions on Cimmaron 1873 Sporting Rifle 45 Colt
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If you haven’t handled an Uberti rifle, you’ll find it noticeably heavier than a same length Rossi (Winchester ‘92). Not uncomfortable or burdensome, but noticeable.