Early

Been doing some of the same here. Such chores bring back a lot of memories, don't they? I get to daydreaming...and simple tasks like these take me forever to complete. But...hey...that's what it's about, right?

Yep...I did get one from EBAY...got another from Amazon. I know a couple of new Grandpa's who will be pleased to get them.

You can tell I'm not a reloader....I thought this was an obituary!

Ah...Found them on EBAY....Thanks for your help. (Now I am trying to get registered so I can place a bid.) Any other help from anyone would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Early

That's an old ad...maintained for reference only...no knives available. Thanks for trying!

Looking for one of the Camillus Gran'Pa knives (any of the three models) for a new grandfather. Anyone have one for sale or trade? Thanks, Early

Tell you what: Texas has COWGIRLS...and they can take most guys, without firing a shot!

Hunter....Yes, Oneonta is a one-day show...Sunday only 9-3. It is a small, but usually pretty good show.

Ok...No takers on Lake George....Anybody going to Oneonta on Sunday?

Anyone planning on going to the Gun Show in Lake George on Saturday? Got anything to sell or trade? Looking for anything special?

Great pics...Thanks. Top picture....Winter Berry??

Cemetery bucks are special critters. What follows is the story of a cemetery buck that we tried to get the drop on for over 15 years. Every year, his scrapes would be there...but, we could never get even a glimpse of him. We finally decided that he was a ghost!! SARA'S GHOST BUCK From her position on the upper terrace, Sara could see much. She observed all manner of creatures, People, birds and animals and such. The boys and I passed by her Many times on the terrace below. If our presence ever registered, It never did show. Sara, or Saraette, as named by her mother Was respected by all.....or, nearly all. There was one smart-alecky young buck That came to pester Sara every Fall. He'd show up at dusk or dawn, Coming in on a stiff-legged prance That buck would bow and scrape And paw up the lower terrace, as if doing a dance To us observers after-the-fact, His wide-eyed, nostril-flared, lip-curled look Suggested the greatest of disrespect. That boy needed, at least, to be shook! The older boy, Justin, and I fashioned an observation post By placing a big old rock against an ancient pine tree. From where we hoped to see the young buck in action and advise him to show respect or suffer misery. For years, Fall after Fall We just could not catch that buck in the act. But we knew he was there regularly. The sign that he left, proved that a fact. He left the lower terrace tore up, Despoiling, we thought, sweet Sara's view. So....to catch him and stop him, I decided to try something new: I took myself to the rock seat; Walked in in the dark and sat down to wait. Sure enough, just before dawn, In comes the buck, on his stiff-legged gait. His eyes were wide; his nostrils flared. Upper lip curled back in what looked like a sneer. Unaware of my presence, he began to tear up the earth, Never suspecting that his comeuppance was near. Raising my shotgun, I wished it were loaded with shot. With that, I could remove the smile from his face. With ball instead, I centered his chest And pulled the trigger to anchor him in place. When the gun went off, I heard not a boom, But more of a soft gasp or sigh. It was a touching little girl sound That immediately brought a tear to this old Dad's eye. The buck showed no sign of injury. He merely floated or ghosted away. He stopped below Sara And turned her way. And I again heard the little girl; A sort of oooh or aaah that obviously spelled joy. Apparently Sara was happy That my shot had not hurt that frisky boy. The buck then disappeared...right before my eyes. He didn't run; he just melted away My truck was but 300 yards distant. I ran the whole way!

Woofer, The "soft shoe" reference was just to chide the Ted fans... They are anything but soft shoe...or soft anything!

I recently bought the Springfield EMP in .40 for what I thought would be a carry gun. I like the pistol...it shoots much better than I can. It is, however, quite heavy...maybe too heavy for regular carry. I have yet to find a good holster for it...so, therefore, I carry it in a waist or shoulder pack. Questions: Anybody have the EMP? What do you think of it? Any suggestions for a holster? I'm thinking I would like a "small of the back" holster with a thumb break, but I cannot find one. For us civilians, this task of finding a good regular carry gun can be daunting (and expensive: buying, trying, selling, buying again, etc.). All suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks, Early

Buckwild96, Glenfield, I'm quite sure, is a Marlin. With the family history you mention, it is a gun worth keeping...and using. For that recoil: When patterning or target shooting, use a slip on SHOOTER'S FRIEND recoil pad; it will reduce felt recoil substantially. When shooting at game, you won't be bothered by recoil...probably won't even notice it. I'm guessing your old gun is choked FULL, but it would be a good idea to check it to know for sure. If you plan to use your bolt gun for deer, spend some time trying a variety of slugs to see which it shoots best (use that SHOOTER'S FRIEND). Enjoy that gun!!! Early

You make a couple of good points: a revolver is close to foolproof; autos are not always so. The .327 mag in a snubby would be a powerful piece in a small package...but, if you are talking about the Ruger SP101, it is HEAVY! Heavy for carry...but great for taming that powerful load. I had a Taurus titanium ultra-lite in .38 +p....It was a bear to shoot! Practicing it was NOT fun; I traded it! This is a good thread...Nice to get so many opinions on a very important topic.

You Ted supporters are really into that "sac" aren't you?

Face it: Teddy lovers are soft shoe dancers who wish to embrace their loud mouth, crass hero. Forgive them...They know not whom they embrace (but they get their jollies doing it!)

Remember: When you feel threatened on here...when you think your position is lessened...when it looks like you are defeated.....Call: Troll...Liberal...Democrat...Obama Fan, and call loudly....Maybe you can hide behind such trash.

With Teddy in your corner....You will probably lose!!

Article written by Ted himself....I doubt that; Ted may not actually be able to write! It would appear that many of you have fixated on this Nugent guy...You worship him...Yukon hunter loves him (little light on your feet there, yukon!)...What is going on? Have you thrown reason to the wind? Everyone who dislikes or disagrees with Teddy Nugent is not a flaming liberal...not an avowed advocate of gun control...not a Democrat...not a bad guy! You Nugent cheerleaders...Get Over It! Your guy is a JERK!

Two thoughts: 1) It is entirely possible to be pro-gun...pro-second amendment...and anti-Ted! 2) You Ted fans should begin promoting Ted as a running mate for that Santorum whacko!

Vote for Ted for what....Animal Control Officer?? He wouldn't even get my vote for that!

That Walther PK380 is a nice pistol...costs quite a bit less than the Sig. I especially like that combination of double-single action. Good luck....Let us know what you buy and how you like it.

Here's another vote for the Sig P238