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A 1911 in 45 isn't uncomfortable to shoot. It produces a long, gentle shove for recoil. Just enough to feel powerful.

Reloading is as safe a hobby as I can think of. I'd suggest you buy a good reloading manual, and read it. Then you'll be able to make a more informed decision as to what you need. You can spend the next fifty years filling in the "want" gaps. When you buy brass, bullets, powder, and primers, you won't save a lot over buying factory ammo. When you pick those empties up, you will have powder left, so your only expense to make them go bang again and again will be primers and bullets. There's where the cost savings will come into play. Having more options and being able to experiment is more a reason to reload than money savings. Also, if you get into odd guns, reloading is pretty much the only way you can shoot some of them.

Makarov.

Sorry, I was thinking of 6.5 Jap. That stuff is GOLD!!!! The Carcano ammo can still be found.

If you are referring to a carrying case, and not a wooden gun rack or safe, DON"T STORE A GUN IN IT!!!!! They will collect moisture with changing temperatures, and the case won't enough air in to dry the moisture. There starts the rusting problem.

Any but #5. The only reason I say that is because I have it's twin brother. I love em all....I just can't find any I can afford. 4,3,1,6,2,7 would be the order of interest, with #4 being the most interesting to me.

I hope it comes with ammo!!!

You could probably trade a Winchester for one of those Savages.:D

You'll need it appraised and insured seperately. Otherwise, your insurance ajuster will want to pay you a hundred bucks or so for a generic muzzleloader.

Roadshow Archive | Fake Confederate Sword "APPRAISER: Real Thomas Griswold & Co., with an original scabbard, in pretty nice shape-- you're going to be 10,000 and up. " When I google Thomas Griswold, the predecessor of A.B. Griswold, I found this info about a Griswold sword, and it caught my attention. http://historical.ha.com/common/view_item.php?Sale_No=674&Lot_No=72245 It appears to have quite a pedigree!!! I think I'd have it appraised and possibly insure it. I'd be interested in seeing an appraisal on it.

No doubt that shotgun is a high quality piece. It appears to be in very good shape for it's age as well. I think you have an expensive piece there. Thanks for sharing. I love to see old, odd, and interesting firearms.

Civil War Preservations - Museum - Conferate Revolvers That's a beautiful shotgun. Looks like the were made in New Orleans, La.

Different ammo can affect the point of aim a bunch. As I recall, faster ammo will shoot lower than slower, heavier bullets. It sounds counterintuitive to a rifle shooter, but the faster, lighter bullet leaves the barrel before muzzle rise caused by recoil can change the point of impact as much.

Why do you need a warranty for something that works?

Yeah, my dog is at the vet with an IV in it. I once knew how to fix problems such as this, but my wife and kids think more of the dog than they do of me. My youngest has strep throat and scarlet fever, and I'll be danged if my throat isn't starting to get scratchy as well. My oldest is on his way to the Orthodonist. $$$CHA-CHING!$$$ But guess what; these are temporary problems that we'll look back on and laugh at. Life's short....live it and get the most from it you can. Kegger, I hope you'll take a bit of advice from someone a bit older without getting your feelings hurt. Times like these are why you don't spend all your money as soon as you get it. An emergency fund ensures that you don't have nearly as many emergencies. I wish someone would have told me this a long time ago. Merry Christmas!

That is a mighty fine collection of Winchesters!!! Cool Colt too.

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I wouldn't have a clue, but would be interested in seeing pictures.

I've been using a Lee anniversary kit for more than 15 years now. I always thought I'd upgrade later, but as of yet, I haven't felt the need.

Second grade. I wasn't aware he was killed, nor did I know who he was.

He's a fine one from what I know. I just saw an opportunity to pick at him a bit and took it. Actually, he didn't look near the age in his profile.

Rock on, Shepard Smith! You can't blame him for that honest mistake.

I have an 03 "Springfield". It isn't a handgun however. I also own a Springfield shotgun.

mousegunner, I've had the priviledge of meeting you, and at the risk of offending you, you are getting dangerously close to being a Curio/Relic yourself.