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I've posted this on a few other sites, but thought I would see if I could get any traffic here... I picked up a rather interesting rifle today, and wanted to see if anyone here knew anything about them. Its a falling block single shot, similar to a Low Wall. The tang is marked "Clerke...

I've posted this on a few forums, but I am kind of in a hurry to try and get this gun back up and running. I recently picked up a Chinese/Norinco Model 6 12ga O/U, which is also marked "Clayco Sports LTD Clay Center, Kansas". I have no idea the age of the shotgun, but would guess at least...

Anyone have any experience with the new Simmons Master Series Aetec scopes? I am looking at one of the 4-14x44, and was curious how they compare with the original Aetec line. Thanks!

I just picked up an Astra Constable .380, and I have been told its similar to the Walther PPK. I will admit, I know absolutely ZERO about these guns, so any assistance will be greatly appreciated. What you see in the pics is exactly what I have. Obviously, the gun has no grips, so I will...

I'm getting my first Savage 99, but the dang thing is stuck somewhere between Nobama land (Chicago) and Georgia. So far, its been on a cross country trip across the US and won't get here fast enough. FedEx shows a (predicted) delivery of September 3rd, so I hope they come through!! Anyway...

A friend and I got to talking about this subject, and we couldn't come to a definite answer. I could have sworn I read an article a few years ago that tested both actions, and found the 94 to be stronger. However, I have not been able to find it in my searches. Any ideas/thoughts on the...

I picked up an 8lb jug of powder recently, but I cannot find much information on it. The jug is simply labeled "Surplus powder for 30-06 M2 Ball Ammunition", and I think it was originally sold by River Valley Ordnance. I'm pretty sure its some kind of pulldown powder, but I am not sure of the...

Picked up a new toy today, a Remington BDL .222. Well, it's new to me...:D Date code shows a manufacture date of Jan '82, and the gun is in very good condition. The nicest thing about the rifle is the stock, which has a real nice striped grain on the rear. I guess this was back when...

I've decided I want to add a bolt .22 Hornet to the collection, and have narrowed the choices down to the Savage Model 40 and the CZ 527. Which gun would you choose and why? I have a CZ 452 in .17HMR and absolutely love the gun, and wouldn't mind adding another CZ. Then again, both my 10FP's...

Anyone have any insight on how long Interarms has been building/importing the 92 rifles? I have a chance to pick up a used one in .38/.357, but I am not sure how old it is. It does not have the crossbolt safety, and the serial number is K104***. The gun is in very good condition, so any guess...

I picked up a BAR for a pretty good price, but part of the deal was the rear of the trigger guard was broken. I have no idea how it was originally damaged, but I suspect a poor casting left some sort of stress fracture. Or, its possible the previous owner simply dropped it with the stock off...

I picked up a Remington 700 today, and I'm a little curious as to which model it is. Its chambered in .30-06, and has a stainless barrel and action. The stock is an ADL style synthetic, without a floorplate (blind box mag). It has a light contour barrel, and is basically the same diamater as...

I just picked up a 2" Cobra in .38 Special yesterday, and its an absolutely beautiful gun. The finish is polished nickel, with a set of dark blonde Herrett style grips. It was manufactured around 1975-76, and I could not believe the condition it was in when I first saw it. Lock up is...

I ran across a S&W 681-2 .357 today, and I had some questions about the revolver. It's a stainless 4" model with fixed sights, and it has a square butt, with serial # BAN45**. When was this gun first offered? Was it the predesessor to the 686? The gun is nice a nd tight, and in very good...

I have some questions about a broomhandle Mauser I came across. The pistol is in pretty good shape, and it has the matching wood stock/holster. Unfortunately, the serial numbers do not match on the frame and action, so I am assuming it is some type of refinished armory gun. Also, it looks as...

I need a good .44 cal cast bullet for hunting/target shooting, preferably 240-250gr. Who offers the most consistent bullet? I plan on loading it to about 12-1300 fps, and I will be shooting it out of a 629. Thanks!

Hey folks, I need a little help with my cartridge collection. I need the following rounds, and I will greatly appreciate any help you can give me. .221 Fireball .475 Linebaugh .500 Linebaugh .416 Rigby .218 Bee Any of the new short-ultra mag cartridges If you can help, please email me...

Well, I finally took some pics of my 629 with the 2x Leupold this weekend. I shot it a little with some Winchester 200gr Silvertips, and it grouped pretty well at 25 yards. I didn't get a chance to shoot any heavier stuff through it, but when I do I will be sure to take some pics. Oh yeah...

I have some extra .44 Special brass, and I was wanting to load up some general purpose loads with 240gr XTP bullets. My question is, how fast can you get a 240gr out of a .44 Special case? I know Elmer Keith loaded some pretty hot stuff back in his day, but I can't remember what his load was...

I was just curious, but who is the second strongest power in the world? Would it be Great Britain or Russia?