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Lurkin · September 15, 2012, 05:15 PM

Just joined and looking for information about legal places to shoot other than ranges in Washington State. Into target shooting, love my XD 45 and getting into defense and survival for my family.

ScattergunJunky · September 15, 2012, 07:26 PM

I'm brand new to this site. I reside in coastal central California and primarily hunt waterfowl. I am a 3rd generation waterfowler. My interest here is in originality of legendary shotguns such as Ansley H Fox Doubles, Browning A-5s', Remington Model 11s', Winchester Model 12s' and Remington Model 58s' in the shotgun realm. As to rifles my interest runs toward Winchester 61s' 90s' and 94s' Remington 12s' and 700s' and Savage 99s' in that realm. As to handguns, Smith & Wesson early K-22s' and Combat 19s', High Standard HD-M or Military, early original Colt 45s', Woodsmans' and 3rd issue Colt Match Target in that realm. In Military stuff I am only interested in the Rock-ola .30 carbine. I have no interest in restored finishes nor kluged together mixed parts; just correct parts and correct patina, screws and parts. Optics are always interesting. I once knew just about enough to get into trouble. Now I know a little more and realize that a lot of you know a lot more than I do. I hope I can make a contribution to the members of THR.

tacxted · September 15, 2012, 11:45 PM

Hi Everyone!

my name is ted. im a newer pistol shooter. ive been hunting since i was able to. im an nra member and i like guns! once i am able to i want to start reloading.

JRWhit · September 16, 2012, 07:55 AM

Hey all. I have always been into hunting and sporting. Love to shoot clay. Like target shooting with my pistols. Recently been trying to edge into some competitions, just entry level stuff. Just started reloading, and decided to seek out experienced minds.

JanetRae · September 16, 2012, 05:08 PM

Hello, my name is Janet and i live in Vermont.
I've just joined and i'm looking for information on my US Springfield 1873. The serial number is 45405. I've been looking all over the net and found this site. Any info on this rifle would be very welcome

Thanks!
Oops..i just read at the top that this isn't the place for questions...i'll have to keep searching i guess.

mljdeckard · September 16, 2012, 05:12 PM

Hi, and welcome. I would recommend starting a thread in the rifle section, most members who would be helpful probably don't regularly check the new member section. (And unfortunately, I don't know a lot about this particular rifle.)

mljdeckard · September 16, 2012, 05:14 PM

How long is the barrel, and does it have the cartridge for which it is chambered stamped on the receiver or barrel? (Probably says "45-70" somewhere?)

JanetRae · September 16, 2012, 05:26 PM

Hi, Thank you

It doesn't have a cartridge in it. It's the Trapdoor rifle...i know very little about rifles, but it looks exactly like the images i've searched. It's quite heavy, 9lbs?

stedanko · September 17, 2012, 04:49 PM

I'm primarily into shotguns, own an 870 express. Been trap shooting casually for a long time, picked up my hunter's safety card recently and am just getting into duck hunting. Looking into picking up a bolt action rifle and a handgun, possibly a 1911. Interested in WW2 era guns. Avid fisherman and death metal guitarist. Came here for the lifetime NRA memberships, figured I'd say hi.

internet · September 18, 2012, 06:16 AM

Hi, I'm "new" well sort of. Regged a long time ago but completely forgot about it. LOL
Anyway, here I am. From NY. I like rifles: a couple .308s, some 7.62x39, and other stuff.

mr.t7024 · September 18, 2012, 04:59 PM

Hi- I enjoy shooting Rim Fires,Shotguns and some pistols.I am also a Firearms Instructor for Massachusetts.Boating and fishing are fit in during the summer months.If you all have any question I will be glad to answer them

Cliff

Jake L · September 18, 2012, 05:36 PM

Hello. I'm a student in Arizona. Addicted to the usual outdoor sports. I'm here instead of a gunsmith... go figure.

TurtleGunners · September 19, 2012, 03:22 PM

Howdy Y'all

Just saying "Hi" from the east coast, and looking forward to making many new friends here.

I like Freedom, Guns, and Turtles

brnmuenchow · September 19, 2012, 03:38 PM

I don't really get to greet all new comers individually but welcome all to "The High Road"!

TurtleGunners · September 19, 2012, 03:43 PM

Well thank you kind Sir... I'm glad to be here.

bainter1212 · September 19, 2012, 04:43 PM

I am 30 and a California native and resident. I am addicted to kayak fishing and milsurps (and reloading for them). I own a motley assortment of firearms, including:
Springfield 1911 mil-spec
Remington 700 30.06
Remington 740 30.06
M1 Garand (also 30.06 LOL)
Chinese SKS
AR-15 (Del-Ton)
Greek M-S in 6.5x55MS
Canadian no.4 mk1*
Mossberg 500
And many others....

"One Fish" Bainter

CHele0406 · September 20, 2012, 02:45 PM

My Name is Casey. I am a gun enthusiast like most on this forum. I am an aspiring business owner (Indoor Range) in Utah.

Torgy · September 20, 2012, 02:55 PM

I'm a middle-aged husband, father, and attorney who enjoys his time in the downstairs gun room, attending sporting events (mostly my son's college baseball team), walking the dog with my wife, and keeping up on the socio-political issues of the day.

I'm a Goldwater Republican (early Reagan), which means I'm a libertarian who's been turned off by both parties lately. I don't think the government should be used as a vehicle to impose one side's values upon others, and that seems like both sides are obsessed with doing that. There was a time when Republicans were opposed to doing that and rightly characterized liberals as social engineers. But since 1973 and especially since 1995, this neoconservative crowd seems to be just as bad if not worse.

I suppose I'll be contributing some to the Legal forum, in addition to asking questions and seeking advice in the others.

My collection includes: Glock 34, Glock 19, Kahr PM9, and a Taurus Model 62 Carbine.

_JP_ · September 20, 2012, 05:57 PM

Howdy,
I registered a while back but haven't posted yet so I figured this was the best place to start. Like all you folks here I love to shoot. I am located in the MN/WI area. I started into reloading earlier this year which has become just as much fun for me as going out shooting. I recently completed a course to become an RSO at the gun club I am a member. I also help out as a shooting coach for a class we have to introduce ladies to firearms and how to shoot. Looking forward to chatting with you folks on THR forums.

ArizonaBay · September 21, 2012, 02:43 AM

I've been looking for a place to discuss firearms among informed and professional individuals. Hoping this place can fulfill that. I'm a college student in Flagstaff, I'm a big fan of classic rifles and revolvers, metal and wood is my preference.

Snaggle · September 21, 2012, 02:44 AM

Utah firearm Instructor just looking for another place you talk with like minded peeps.

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Grimshaw · September 21, 2012, 09:18 AM

Hi new member here of course.Looking to get into reloading so please excuse all the dumb questions.Been into guns since i was 14 with my first being a Winchester 190.

CBHSGH · September 21, 2012, 04:34 PM

Hello,

My gun is a gp100 with a 3 inch barrel. I am somewhat of a Ruger fan. My wife is interested in a lcr 357. She likes the way the revolver fits her hand and she is not recoil shy. She favors a 1911 45acp but considers it too heavy for carrying all the time. We are both getting ccw permits and will carry everywhere. This is because of an attack by some scumbag who apparently just wanted to hurt someone because he never said a word. He just started slashing my wife with his knife. I heard my wife's screams and rushed outside to see what the trouble was. The guy then turned his attention to me. We scuffled around until I managed to land a solid punch. This caused him to turn and run away. I couldn't follow because my wife needed immediate attention. It took three units of blood and numerous stitches to save her. He is still out there somewhere and I can only hope that next person he tries to hurt is carrying.

bigmouth · September 22, 2012, 12:30 AM

Why did you look here then? Just joking. Good site & welcome.

itsposs · September 22, 2012, 02:34 AM

hey everyone I am an other Australian I ve joined up because Your access to firearms is much much easier then our's and you get a lot of the stuff we cant have.Also nearly all firearms are released in the US first and with a Market the size of your's I ll probably get much better firearm reviews when it comes to picking my next gun

September 15, 2012, 07:26 PM	#7977
ScattergunJunky Member Join Date: September 13, 2012 Posts: 2	Interested in Originality and Patina I'm brand new to this site. I reside in coastal central California and primarily hunt waterfowl. I am a 3rd generation waterfowler. My interest here is in originality of legendary shotguns such as Ansley H Fox Doubles, Browning A-5s', Remington Model 11s', Winchester Model 12s' and Remington Model 58s' in the shotgun realm. As to rifles my interest runs toward Winchester 61s' 90s' and 94s' Remington 12s' and 700s' and Savage 99s' in that realm. As to handguns, Smith & Wesson early K-22s' and Combat 19s', High Standard HD-M or Military, early original Colt 45s', Woodsmans' and 3rd issue Colt Match Target in that realm. In Military stuff I am only interested in the Rock-ola .30 carbine. I have no interest in restored finishes nor kluged together mixed parts; just correct parts and correct patina, screws and parts. Optics are always interesting. I once knew just about enough to get into trouble. Now I know a little more and realize that a lot of you know a lot more than I do. I hope I can make a contribution to the members of THR.

September 16, 2012, 05:08 PM	#7980
JanetRae Member Join Date: September 16, 2012 Posts: 6	Hello, my name is Janet and i live in Vermont. I've just joined and i'm looking for information on my US Springfield 1873. The serial number is 45405. I've been looking all over the net and found this site. Any info on this rifle would be very welcome Thanks! Oops..i just read at the top that this isn't the place for questions...i'll have to keep searching i guess. Last edited by JanetRae; September 16, 2012 at 05:11 PM. Reason: i saw new info-

September 16, 2012, 05:12 PM	#7981
mljdeckard Member Join Date: June 5, 2006 Location: In a part of Utah that resembles Tattooine. Posts: 11,735	Hi, and welcome. I would recommend starting a thread in the rifle section, most members who would be helpful probably don't regularly check the new member section. (And unfortunately, I don't know a lot about this particular rifle.) __________________ "Well I can assure you young man, that neither my companion or I carry firearms on our person. We rely upon the goodwill of our fellow man, and the forbearance of reptiles." -English Bob

September 16, 2012, 05:14 PM	#7982
mljdeckard Member Join Date: June 5, 2006 Location: In a part of Utah that resembles Tattooine. Posts: 11,735	How long is the barrel, and does it have the cartridge for which it is chambered stamped on the receiver or barrel? (Probably says "45-70" somewhere?) __________________ "Well I can assure you young man, that neither my companion or I carry firearms on our person. We rely upon the goodwill of our fellow man, and the forbearance of reptiles." -English Bob

September 18, 2012, 04:59 PM	#7986
mr.t7024 Member Join Date: September 17, 2012 Location: MA,near a brook Posts: 23	new member Hi- I enjoy shooting Rim Fires,Shotguns and some pistols.I am also a Firearms Instructor for Massachusetts.Boating and fishing are fit in during the summer months.If you all have any question I will be glad to answer them Cliff

September 15, 2012, 05:15 PM	#7976
Lurkin Member Join Date: September 15, 2012 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 1	Just joined and looking for information about legal places to shoot other than ranges in Washington State. Into target shooting, love my XD 45 and getting into defense and survival for my family.

September 15, 2012, 11:45 PM	#7978
tacxted Member Join Date: September 11, 2012 Location: Maine, USA Posts: 145	Hi Everyone! my name is ted. im a newer pistol shooter. ive been hunting since i was able to. im an nra member and i like guns! once i am able to i want to start reloading.

September 16, 2012, 07:55 AM	#7979
JRWhit Member Join Date: September 13, 2012 Location: MO Posts: 321	Hey all. I have always been into hunting and sporting. Love to shoot clay. Like target shooting with my pistols. Recently been trying to edge into some competitions, just entry level stuff. Just started reloading, and decided to seek out experienced minds.

September 16, 2012, 05:26 PM	#7983
JanetRae Member Join Date: September 16, 2012 Posts: 6	Hi, Thank you It doesn't have a cartridge in it. It's the Trapdoor rifle...i know very little about rifles, but it looks exactly like the images i've searched. It's quite heavy, 9lbs?

September 17, 2012, 04:49 PM	#7984
stedanko Member Join Date: September 17, 2012 Posts: 3	I'm primarily into shotguns, own an 870 express. Been trap shooting casually for a long time, picked up my hunter's safety card recently and am just getting into duck hunting. Looking into picking up a bolt action rifle and a handgun, possibly a 1911. Interested in WW2 era guns. Avid fisherman and death metal guitarist. Came here for the lifetime NRA memberships, figured I'd say hi.

September 18, 2012, 06:16 AM	#7985
internet Member Join Date: May 28, 2008 Posts: 2	Hi, I'm "new" well sort of. Regged a long time ago but completely forgot about it. LOL Anyway, here I am. From NY. I like rifles: a couple .308s, some 7.62x39, and other stuff.

September 18, 2012, 05:36 PM	#7987
Jake L Member Join Date: September 18, 2012 Posts: 31	Hello. I'm a student in Arizona. Addicted to the usual outdoor sports. I'm here instead of a gunsmith... go figure.

September 19, 2012, 03:22 PM	#7988
TurtleGunners Member Join Date: September 19, 2012 Location: Maryland Posts: 55	Howdy Y'all Just saying "Hi" from the east coast, and looking forward to making many new friends here. I like Freedom, Guns, and Turtles __________________ http://www.youtube.com/user/TheTurtleGunners http://www.twitter.com/TurtleGunners http://http://www.facebook.com/TheTurtleGunners

September 19, 2012, 03:38 PM	#7989
brnmuenchow Member Join Date: February 6, 2011 Posts: 612	I don't really get to greet all new comers individually but welcome all to "The High Road"! Last edited by brnmuenchow; September 19, 2012 at 03:41 PM. Reason: Texan pronunciation issue ;)

September 19, 2012, 03:43 PM	#7990
TurtleGunners Member Join Date: September 19, 2012 Location: Maryland Posts: 55	Well thank you kind Sir... I'm glad to be here. __________________ http://www.youtube.com/user/TheTurtleGunners http://www.twitter.com/TurtleGunners http://http://www.facebook.com/TheTurtleGunners

September 19, 2012, 04:43 PM	#7991
bainter1212 Member Join Date: September 17, 2012 Posts: 236	I am 30 and a California native and resident. I am addicted to kayak fishing and milsurps (and reloading for them). I own a motley assortment of firearms, including: Springfield 1911 mil-spec Remington 700 30.06 Remington 740 30.06 M1 Garand (also 30.06 LOL) Chinese SKS AR-15 (Del-Ton) Greek M-S in 6.5x55MS Canadian no.4 mk1* Mossberg 500 And many others.... "One Fish" Bainter

September 20, 2012, 02:45 PM	#7992
CHele0406 Member Join Date: September 20, 2012 Location: Utah Posts: 6	My Name is Casey. I am a gun enthusiast like most on this forum. I am an aspiring business owner (Indoor Range) in Utah.

September 20, 2012, 02:55 PM	#7993
Torgy Member Join Date: September 19, 2012 Posts: 24	FNG I'm a middle-aged husband, father, and attorney who enjoys his time in the downstairs gun room, attending sporting events (mostly my son's college baseball team), walking the dog with my wife, and keeping up on the socio-political issues of the day. I'm a Goldwater Republican (early Reagan), which means I'm a libertarian who's been turned off by both parties lately. I don't think the government should be used as a vehicle to impose one side's values upon others, and that seems like both sides are obsessed with doing that. There was a time when Republicans were opposed to doing that and rightly characterized liberals as social engineers. But since 1973 and especially since 1995, this neoconservative crowd seems to be just as bad if not worse. I suppose I'll be contributing some to the Legal forum, in addition to asking questions and seeking advice in the others. My collection includes: Glock 34, Glock 19, Kahr PM9, and a Taurus Model 62 Carbine.

September 20, 2012, 05:57 PM	#7994
_JP_ Member Join Date: April 24, 2012 Posts: 1	Howdy, I registered a while back but haven't posted yet so I figured this was the best place to start. Like all you folks here I love to shoot. I am located in the MN/WI area. I started into reloading earlier this year which has become just as much fun for me as going out shooting. I recently completed a course to become an RSO at the gun club I am a member. I also help out as a shooting coach for a class we have to introduce ladies to firearms and how to shoot. Looking forward to chatting with you folks on THR forums.

September 21, 2012, 02:43 AM	#7995
ArizonaBay Member Join Date: September 21, 2012 Posts: 1	Looking for a good gun forum I've been looking for a place to discuss firearms among informed and professional individuals. Hoping this place can fulfill that. I'm a college student in Flagstaff, I'm a big fan of classic rifles and revolvers, metal and wood is my preference.

September 21, 2012, 02:44 AM	#7996
Snaggle Member Join Date: September 21, 2012 Posts: 1	Utah firearm Instructor just looking for another place you talk with like minded peeps. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

September 21, 2012, 09:18 AM	#7997
Grimshaw Member Join Date: September 21, 2012 Location: Florida Posts: 31	Hi new member here of course.Looking to get into reloading so please excuse all the dumb questions.Been into guns since i was 14 with my first being a Winchester 190.

September 21, 2012, 04:34 PM	#7998
CBHSGH Member Join Date: September 21, 2012 Posts: 4	Another new member Hello, My gun is a gp100 with a 3 inch barrel. I am somewhat of a Ruger fan. My wife is interested in a lcr 357. She likes the way the revolver fits her hand and she is not recoil shy. She favors a 1911 45acp but considers it too heavy for carrying all the time. We are both getting ccw permits and will carry everywhere. This is because of an attack by some scumbag who apparently just wanted to hurt someone because he never said a word. He just started slashing my wife with his knife. I heard my wife's screams and rushed outside to see what the trouble was. The guy then turned his attention to me. We scuffled around until I managed to land a solid punch. This caused him to turn and run away. I couldn't follow because my wife needed immediate attention. It took three units of blood and numerous stitches to save her. He is still out there somewhere and I can only hope that next person he tries to hurt is carrying.

September 22, 2012, 12:30 AM	#7999
bigmouth Member Join Date: September 18, 2011 Location: St. Maarten, N.A. Posts: 53	Why did you look here then? Just joking. Good site & welcome.

September 22, 2012, 02:34 AM	#8000
itsposs Member Join Date: September 22, 2012 Location: Queensland Australia Posts: 1	G day everybody hey everyone I am an other Australian I ve joined up because Your access to firearms is much much easier then our's and you get a lot of the stuff we cant have.Also nearly all firearms are released in the US first and with a Market the size of your's I ll probably get much better firearm reviews when it comes to picking my next gun