Recent content by CrazyIrishman

The link I posted for "The Gunshop" may have everything you need so there's having to go 2 or 3 places to get your parts not including the extra $$$ paid in shipping!

What size tang do you need? Is it a 15/16" or 1" barrel? Try looking at Track of the Wolf. When you get to the listing below, the first top two items have to do with the Thompson-Center tangs which is the piece you are talking about. There are two sizes, 15/16" for 50 caliber and 1" which...

Thanks for your answers,guys! The guy thats going to do it for me also said they had rust bluing in the 1850's era, so he said although either one would be period, browning is the better finish. BTW, this guy builds muzzleloaders for a living. Hi Jaymo, I'm not familiar with the...

I recently acquired an older Thompson-Center Hawken in 54cal., and I was wondering what y'all thought about browning the barrel. The finish is a little worn and the bluing looks more like its a matte finish but it still appears in serviceable condition. I realize it will never be a "real"...

Its not exactly a bad day at the range but it was miserable none the less! About 34 years ago I went hunting with two of my best friends on Maryland's Eastern shore for deer & squirrel if time allowed. We got to the hunting ground before daybreak so we decided we should go get in place...

Hey guys, I'm in the process of getting another stock made for my commercial FN Mauser 98 in .270 Winchester. This is going to be a gift for my sons' birthday this November. I bought a nice piece of Turkish walnut from LUXUS WALNUT that didn't break the bank, plus it was under...

What brand 58 cal barrel do you have on the Hawken? Thanks, CI

I got a fair deal on Gunbroker about 2 months ago. I traded one rifle for another plus some cash. It wan't a "I just gotta have it" type of deal, but I won't lose a dime if I ever had to sell! The rifle I got was a very nice commercial FN Mauser 98 (made 1948). The communication & shipping...

After a very long trade process that was delayed by the snows here in Maryland plus "other" problems at the FFL, I FINALLY have my Mauser 98 in hand!! I traded my Oberndorf Mauser 98 in 22-250 for a commercial Mauser 98 built or sold by Firearms International Corp. of Washington,DC The...

Thanks for LMK about that. I might go ahead and get one. I used to have a Polytech AK w/milled receiver but it had terrible accuracy. It was way over 4" MOA.

Does Arsenal make any AK's with out that funky flash hider on it? I prefer the slant brake type that screws on the muzzle but thats just me.

Unfortunately, I haven't had the pleasure of meeting Jim or reading his posts but I will add him to my prayers for a speedy and complete recovery after therapy & rehab. Its a shame whenever a member of the shooting community is hurt or lost. Best WISHES JIM!!!!! Martin G...

Mickey, I have used PHOTOBUCKET.com for about 18 mths-- 2 years with no issues. Its easy, fast, and FREE, although you can upgrade if you want. HTH, CI PS: post pics as soon as you can about the Richards stock!

On Friday, February 19th I sent a rifle to a shop in Idaho. Just as soon as I told the USPS clerk what it was, he yells out "OMG, it a GUN" ! Then I was told I could not ship it ! Rather than have a P*****g contest I asked immediately for the main supervisor. While waiting I let them know I...

Is it possible to extend the heigth on 2 piece pivot type scope mounts? With the help of another member I have located a set of Weaver pivot mounts but I'm unsure of their heigth. I was told by the ATK/Weaver Co. today that their were two sizes made which were Low & Medium. I have plans to...