Monthly Archives: December 2014

New life in an old piece

For years, a crappy Tasco 4x scope resided on my aging 1969 Marlin 150M. A “house brand” rifle, it was sold in Western Auto stores under the “Revelation” banner. Upon inspection during regular maintenance, the scope lenses were found fogged … Continue reading

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Ending the year…..

Today was my last day of Christmas vacation. So; with a bright day in the works, a range day was called for. I did some load testing with my M1903A3. The new loads using 150gr. FMJBTs and weight segregated military … Continue reading

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Cabelas strikes again….

Just about everything in the Cabelas racks are way overpriced. Look at the cheesey reproduction “original” sling on the rifle. I have seen better condition Johnsons going for far less.

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Should something go bump in the night…

Often, a discussion has been had about “What if someone breaks in?” In polling the various commentators, the resulting answers range mostly from apathy to nothing more than calling 911. I am not going to discuss the pros and cons … Continue reading

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Production continues unabated….

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Still productive….

As I said before, I have plenty of rifle brass processed.

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Well, hell!

After thirty years of service; reloading untold thousands of rounds of .30-06 Springfield ammunition, a $4.00 decapping pin bends. Stupid me is to blame. I inspect fired cartridges before the go in the vibratory cleaner. I inspect them when they … Continue reading

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Now this is different…

http://www.30calgal.com/stocking-stuffer-idea-of-the-week-the-coolest-stocking/

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