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  1. Big20

    Scope Advice

    I’ve shot about 100 H&N pellets through my new (and first springer, HW 50s) and have gotten good results. It is also clear that my 67 year old eyes need help if my group sizes are to shrink. That means a scope. Funds are limited so I’d like to keep it under $200 plus mount. My shooting will...
  2. Big20

    Benjamin Franklin 132

    I have a 132 that I purchased in about 1968. It’s in great condition, still shoots with authority. Anybody have an idea when it was manufactured? Value? Thanks for your input. B 97140 stamped on the breech.
  3. Big20

    Choices, choices…

    I’m leaning toward the R7 based mostly on what I have read. Looking for quality, and lightweight. I hope to do a lot of shooting indoors so I don’t want anything super powerful. The HW’s seem unobtainable anywhere I seem to look to shop. At least I can get the R7.
  4. Big20

    Choices, choices…

    Which do I buy as my jump into air gunning? Diana 34 EMS, Beeman R7, HW 50S.
  5. Big20

    The One(s) You DON'T Regret Trading or Selling

    Every Taurus I ever had.
  6. Big20

    What was your first centerfire handgun?

    Security six in 1975 for my 21st birthday. 6 inch barrel plus Herret Trooper stocks rounded out my purchase. Still have it, it is still going strong.
  7. Big20

    Buffalo Bore "Ball-ets" ?

    I have a TC Seneca in .45 cal. and have used Maxi on deer since I bought the gun in the late 70’s. At about 1500 FPS with a nominal 220 gr. Maxi you’re hunting with essentially a 44 magnum handgun equivalent. Works great if you do your part.
  8. Big20

    S&W 37 lifespan

    Thanks for the replies. Good info such as looking for cracks near the forcing cone. I have Parkinson’s and muscle memory is use-it-or- lose-it kind of thing. Loads are almost all 125 gr target loads or dewc loads. The occasional full power load is occasionally used just to keep it honest...
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    S&W 37 lifespan

    My principal carry gun is a model 37 air weight. I try and put a box of ammo through it every couple of weeks. Anybody have an idea of the expected lifespan I can count on for this revolver? I realize an exact number is impossible to arrive at. I would hate to practice practice practice only to...
  10. Big20

    Abrasive powder coat

    FWIW I am using RAL 3028 Pure Red, SKU 215021 from Powder By the Pound.
  11. Big20

    Abrasive powder coat

    I recently got into powder coating DEWC for my 38 spl. It didn’t take long to get satisfactory bullets. Target velocity loads proved accurate too. I noticed that the bore of my j-frame shined like never before. All traces of leading were gone. Anyone hear of powder coat being abrasive?
  12. Big20

    Correct peep for M&P 15

    Truthfully, I have no love for the AR platform. I do own one and decided to dust it off and get reacquainted with it in light of recent social/political events. It will be backup to my M-1carbine (dates me I know). It is a stock M & P 15 originally sporting a carry handle peep sight. It...
  13. Big20

    ERGO Delta Grip for J frame

    Thank you Pat Riot for your offer but, all things considered, I am sure this “J” will outlast me.
  14. Big20

    ERGO Delta Grip for J frame

    I have early Parkinson tremors and these grips have put me back in the game. Aids in concealing also. Anyone else use them?
  15. Big20

    Primer shortage...

    Finishing up 500 rounds of 38 special. In that lot are my first test loads Using small rifle primers. I have 5000 rounds of 223 on hand so time to divert critical supplies.
  16. Big20

    Repair shops for ancient Daisy models

    Update...do not send your guns via USPS! I sent my 99 Priority, insured. The Post office "lost" it. Tracked it to their PA Priority sorting installation where the trail ends. Jumped thru the claims process, got denied (said I exceeded time limits). Appealed it and got $35 on my $150 claim...
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    Repair shops for ancient Daisy models

    Thank you. I'll try the Ohio address.
  18. Big20

    Repair shops for ancient Daisy models

    I need a recommendation for a good repair shop to put my 1894 and 99 models back in shape. They are in near mint condition but will not generate any velocity. Seals are probably shot.
  19. Big20

    Springfield EMP Drought

    I ordered a EMP Concealed Carry Contour in March. Haven't seen one for sale yet. Anyone know if they are actually shipping these things yet?
  20. Big20

    What are the chances of ruger replacing its 77/357 and 77/44

    In 47 years I've taken 2 deer beyond 75 yards, but a bunch around 60 yards. The 44 version Ruger has BEAT any slug gun I've tried and I have tried a bunch of them. Hand loads go for about half-a-buck with FTX bullets instead of $3.00 a shot for Remington AccuTips. Ballistics are identical and...
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