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    Does the Colt Python Appeal to You? (poll)

    I'm curious to know if the Colt Python appeals to you. I'm wondering if my experience on the topic is typical.
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    What is this huge shell?

    I got it in a gun collection I aquired many years ago. It looks like a GIANT shotgun shell or maybe a flare? Ideas..?
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    Stag Grips, Show & Tell

    The Super Blackhawk belongs to my brother. The grips were a gift to him from me. The Old Model Vaqueros and the Colt New Frontier .22 are mine. I dig stags can you tell? Your turn, show and tell...
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    External round counter? Exist?

    Are there any pistols with an external round counter? Not on the magazine requiring removal to inspect, on the actual pistol. I've heard of clear grips combined with cutaway magazines for a quick glance but not a mechanical device that shows how many rounds remain. Is there such a design out there?
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    Stippled grip straps - ugly?

    I think so! I'd much rather have checkered or smooth. What do you think?
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    Moving to Richmond, VA - Ranges, Laws, Things I should know?

    It looks like I'll have to move to Richmond, VA in order to keep my job. I don't have much choice in this economy. The time-frame is likely this June. I like to target shoot and have a modest collection of firearms. Will someone please recommend a good range, club, etc. I should check out. I'm...
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    Pros / Cons - Known as "The Gun Guy" at Work

    I work for a GIANT company and in my department I'm known as "The Gun Guy". Is being known like that good or bad? What's your take on it fellow "Gun People"?
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    WWII Vet Guns Where Are They?

    With estimates of 1200 veterans of WWII passing away each day, you would think the used gun market would be flooded with their sidearms and bring-backs. I don't see too many WWII era 1911s on the used market. At least no where near what would be expected when compared to the high rate at which...
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    Online Gun Auction Sites - Which Do You Prefer?

    Place your vote for the site you prefer. Also, Elaborate on reasoning, good or bad experiences if you like.
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    Colt Bright Stainless Question

    I've seen a few Colts for sale recently advertised as bright stainless They never seem to have the original box. It makes me wonder if they started out as the brushed stainless and were later polished. My question is, other than getting a Colt letter how can you tell? What does the box marking...
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    Cigarette Lighters Shaped Like Guns - Got Pics?

    Just for fun...Anyone have lighters shaped like guns w pics to share? (Beats talkin' about candidates!):D
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    Safety Tips For Bubba

    I found this on the net & thought he could use some safety tips. I'll start, with this one - Sun Screen!
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    Looking for Dallas Area Smith

    Hello, I'd like some recommendations please for a Dallas, TX gunsmith to install free-spin pawls in my 2 Ruger Vaqueros (not New Vaqueros). I like to keep my guns pristine, so careful handling is required. I don't have the pawls yet either and could use tips on where to buy them. Thanks in...
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    Lee Factory Crimp Die Needed?

    I'm just about to pull the trigger on my die purchase. I've decided on Hornady New Dimension 3 die sets in 9mm, .38/.357, & .45ACP. I'm going to add 1 Micro adjust seating stem to bounce between the sets. The sets includes a crimp die, but I have read many reviews praising the Lee Factory...
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    Turret Press Q - Powder charge on press or from stand?

    The title pretty much somes up my question. I'm new and have yet to reload my first round. I still need to get some equipment and components. I have an older Lyman turret press and a #55 powder measure. What's preferred - charging cases in loading blocks with the PM on a stand or with the PM...
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    Lee Auto Prime II - Ok on a Lyman Press?

    Anyone using the Lee Auto Prime II on a Lyman press? Working out ok? I have an older Lyman press. I think it's called the Special T. It looks to be a model somewhere between the Spartan & the original Mag T. It has an angled turret with the 1st style Mag T 6 position turret head. I'm missing...
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    Newb scale snafu - what would you do?

    Yesterday I bought a box full of used Lyman reloading gear. A bag of corn cob media from the tumbler came open and went everywhere. I had to completey clean everything. The scale is a Lyman 500 balance type. The aluminum dish that hangs on the beam had media stuck around the inside edges...
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    .44 Rimfire?

    What do I have here? It looks like a Henry .44 rimfire round but all the pictures I've seen on the net have a raised "H" stamp and mine has an impressed "H". Value? Input appreciated.
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    Found in Gun Box Lot - What is it?

    I bought a large gun collecion many years ago and have no idea what this thing is. It was in a box with ammo, mags, gun leather, & cleaning supplies. Any ideas? Thanks in advance! http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v691/huckmag/004b.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v691/huckmag/002b.jpg
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    Dallas Newbie - Dillon 550B - Help needed

    Skip it - found info I needed
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