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    Recoil pad advice...

    Want to put a recoil pad on a Remington 7400. It comes with a steel butt plate, but I want a recoil pad. But...when I try to find one for the 7400, it doesn't seem to be offered in the Brownell's, Midway catalogs. So here's my question, is the 7400 stock the same as another Rem stock? Like a...
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    Newbie 10mm 1911 owner question

    I am soon to be the proud owner of my first 1911 in 10mm. My question is...where do you other 10mm auto folks recommend I purchase ammunition? I do not reload...so I will need to purchase factory ammo. So where can ya'll point me?
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    Savage Axis Trigger Adjustment...

    I've got a Savage Axis in .223 with an awful trigger. Pull weight is averaging 7lbs. Is this trigger adjustable? If not, any recommendations on a replacement that won't break the bank?
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    Need help with date of manufacture...

    I've got a Browning A5 20 Magnum I'm getting ready to sell for an older gentleman that has no access to internet. Problem is, I can't figure out the date of manufacture...underside of receiver is stamped 7X1999 Barrel is stamped X1533 Gun is in very good shape, 26" barrel with bead sight...
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    Advice on first .22-250 purchase...

    I've got the itch for a .22-250. Haven't done any research yet, thought I start with my fellow THR attandees. Any recommendations on what's out there? Criteria: Use: Hunting coyotes and long distance plinking/practice. Cost: I subscribe to you get what you pay for, but I'm not...
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    Considering FFL business venture...

    I'm seriously considering obtaining my FFL for the purpose of brokering the purchase of firearms, registration transfers and etc. I buy enough firearms annually to justify the licensing fee so why not use it to generate some additional income? Any of you guys run a similar business from your...
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    Advice on Pachmayr Decelerator Recoil Pad

    I just bought a Pre-Fit decelerator pad for my 1895G and it doesn't fit well enough. Can I grind it? Or is it grindable? Thanks!
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    Taurus MOD85 ULTRA LITE TRIGGER PULL HELP

    Need some help...bought the wife a TAURUS 85 Ultra Lite for concealed carry. Problem is she finds the DA only trigger pull to heavy. What's the fix? New WOLFF spring? Is the model 85 trigger pull adjustable? Much appreciate any help!
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    1895G, Remove rear sight?

    Any of ya'll tell me how to remove the sights on a MArlin 1895G? Trying to install an XS rail.
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    Ithaca SxS value and age?

    OK...here's what I've got: Ithaca double SXS with double triggers Barrels are 28" and engraving says "Smokeless Powder Steel" Tang safety Engraved retriever/dog on both sides of receiver Black plastic butt plate says Ithaca gun co. Checkered pistol grip and forestock Serial#...
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    Help with GAMO WHISPER!! SE?VA

    OK...I did a stupid thing. I got a Q-tip stuck in my GAMO Whisper barrel...specifically near the end in the silencing cone! Anyone know if/how the silencing cone can be removed? Appreciate any ideas/help.
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    Recommendation for a good reblueing smith...

    Refurbishing a Savage 99 as a gift for Dad. Anyone know of a decent smith that will reblue the receiver/barrel and charge a fair price for a decent result? I can ship...but live in southeast, Virginia.
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    Anyone own a Stoeger Cougar in .40?

    Bought one of these when they first came out for what I consider a super deal. Haven't fired it...been sitting in it's resident box. Anyone else buy one? How do you like it? Haven't seen much discussion about this pistol...just wondering how the crowd feels about it??
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    Help a guy out...

    Trying to refinish the furniture on an old Savage 99. The rear and fore stocks appear to be walnut. I'd like to refinish to as close to new as possible as this may end up being a gift for Dad (depending on the result!) Any way...I've stripped it of finish and even ran it through the...
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    Refin question on savage model 99

    I've got an older 99E that I want to improve the looks on. Anyone know the best way to bring back some of the patina/shine to the bolt,lever and brass round counter? Someone mentioned "jewelers rouge"...where can that be bought?
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    45-70 vs 450 Marlin??

    Looking to buy one of these. Either the Marlin 1895G (45-70) or the 1895M (.450 Marlin) Which caliber do you recommend over the other and why? Why don't I see more 450 Marlins for sale? Will access to ammo for the 450 be a problem?
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    Good bluesmith/refinisher recommendation??

    Looking to start a project on a Savage 99. It's old and shows wear on the metal and furniture. Collectors value is greatly diminshed. It's D&T, stock has some cracks and etc. I've researched it, it's definitely not a collector, but a shooter. So...anyone know a good smith that can refinish...
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    Recommendations on Savage 99 refurbishing??

    Savage 99 Refinish...sacrilege? I've got an older Savage 99 in .300 Savage. Bluing is no longer considered blue but gray. Some minor surface wear but no pitting. It's been D&T and the furniture shows years of wear. It no longer holds any collector value. I was considering having it...
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    Savage 99 Refinish...sacrilege?

    I've got an older Savage 99 in .300 Savage. Bluing is no longer considered blue but gray. Some minor surface wear but no pitting. It's been D&T and the furniture shows years of wear. It no longer holds any collector value. I was considering having it parkerized or coted with one of the new...
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    S&W M&P 360 2"...holster recommendations

    Anyone have a OWB leather holster for a S&W M&P 360 and like it? If so...where did you get it?
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