The I LOVE THIS GUN Thread

[ttpete]

The very best military 98 Mausers were made at Brno in Czechoslovakia between the two world wars. I have some that were made for Persia in that time period, and the finish is comparable to the commercial ones.

[DireWolf]

Thinking about muzzleloader for hunting (better tag chances).

Found a T/C Firehawk in .54 with a red dot and some other odds and ends for $400. Black thumbhole stock in stainless.

Doesn't look like that model is produced anymore, but is that a reasonable cost? Aside from the obvious differences in weight, is there an advantage/disadvantage in a .54 over the .50?

I know little about them in general.

[Rusty Rocket]

Originally Posted by DireWolf

Thinking about muzzleloader for hunting (better tag chances).

Found a T/C Firehawk in .54 with a red dot and some other odds and ends for $400. Black thumbhole stock in stainless.

Doesn't look like that model is produced anymore, but is that a reasonable cost? Aside from the obvious differences in weight, is there an advantage/disadvantage in a .54 over the .50?

I know little about them in general.

Check your local laws first. I know my brother can't use in-line blackpowder guns for deer. I think some states set cal size limits also.

[DireWolf]

Originally Posted by Rusty Rocket

Check your local laws first. I know my brother can't use in-line blackpowder guns for deer. I think some states set cal size limits also.

The PNW has some strange laws, but nothing too bad. No sealed breech, no pellet powder, no centerfire primers, no scope or assisted (fiber optic) sites. WA/OR/ID are all the same - rules to keep it more "real". Caliber is not an issue either - .50 cal or larger for elk and deer.

[sect8dr]

Just wondering what this might be worth. Got a guy wanting to trade an Inland M1 Carbine for it and just not looking to get burned on this.

[VegasKLRider]

Originally Posted by sect8dr

Just wondering what this might be worth. Got a guy wanting to trade an Inland M1 Carbine for it and just not looking to get burned on this.

Not too far apart really. I would put both around $650- depending on the shape that the M1 is in. YMMV.

[Medicine Creek]

THEY ARE GONNA BAN THEM ALL....wish list.

what, that you could actually go into a shop and buy, would you want right now assuming a serious ban actually happens?

i want a Browning A-bolt long range hunter laminate in 300 ultra mag.



and an STI Trojan.



both guns i'm pretty sure i'll still be able to buy in a year or two but ones i'd buy today if i thought i wouldn't.

what's on yer pre ban wish list?

[acesandeights]

Sorry, forgot this isn't CSM and my post was political. My bad...self-policed.

[rapidoxidationman]

Originally Posted by acesandeights

You really think you're going to be able to buy a sniper rifle like that Browning .300 ultra mag? When the lefties realize the US military is using calibers like that to make long-range hits you'll lose the ability to even think about owning one. I hope the lefties don't make the Remington 700 connection (the US military sniper rifle is based on one, or similar)! There is no need for civilians to have military weapons (like the rifle you want so much).

Also, you realize the 1911 was the US sidearm for decades? No reason you or I should be allowed to own military weapons!

1911's can be dangerous but a Trojan is safe enough to fuck with

[gravel road]

Originally Posted by DireWolf

Thinking about muzzleloader for hunting (better tag chances).

Found a T/C Firehawk in .54 with a red dot and some other odds and ends for $400. Black thumbhole stock in stainless.

Doesn't look like that model is produced anymore, but is that a reasonable cost? Aside from the obvious differences in weight, is there an advantage/disadvantage in a .54 over the .50?

I know little about them in general.

That seems a little high. Black powder rifles are fairly inexpensive, even going through big stores like Cabelas. I just saw a T/C 50 cal stainless w/camo on Cabelas web site for $299. If you look around, there are some CVA's that are even cheaper (if price is a major concern).

I have a .54 cal Knight that is a blast to shoot, but maybe not as versatile as a .50 cal. The .50 would be a little better for long range, especially if you are shooting the 150 gr powder loads and saboted bullets. 50 cal components are easier to find in the stores. Either caliber will work on game just fine.

I do enjoy the .54. Shooting 500+ gr maxi balls is some good fun!

[gofast1320]

Seems high to me too. Also, you can find .50 cal components cheaper. I'm not a big fan of red dots for hunting.

Originally Posted by gravel road

That seems a little high. Black powder rifles are fairly inexpensive, even going through big stores like Cabelas. I just saw a T/C 50 cal stainless w/camo on Cabelas web site for $299. If you look around, there are some CVA's that are even cheaper (if price is a major concern).

I have a .54 cal Knight that is a blast to shoot, but maybe not as versatile as a .50 cal. The .50 would be a little better for long range, especially if you are shooting the 150 gr powder loads and saboted bullets. 50 cal components are easier to find in the stores. Either caliber will work on game just fine.

I do enjoy the .54. Shooting 500+ gr maxi balls is some good fun!

[Medicine Creek]

Originally Posted by rapidoxidationman

1911's can be dangerous but a Trojan is safe enough to fuck with

1911's and 700's.....no way. you ever hang out over at 1911forum? those fuckers are nuts...REVOLUTION!

i don't think anything 'll get banned, i'm just looking for ideas for what to buy next while i still have a blank check with the wife.

[Medicine Creek]

i have a model 700 50 cal muzzle loader. here in nebraska the only rule is it has to load from the muzzle end. they're practically begging us to kill more whitetail.

50 or 54? 54 cal stuff is hard to find here. 50 you can buy anywhere and the deer don't seem to much care either way.

[FPGT72]

Originally Posted by Medicine Creek

1911's and 700's.....no way. you ever hang out over at 1911forum? those fuckers are nuts...REVOLUTION!

i don't think anything 'll get banned, i'm just looking for ideas for what to buy next while i still have a blank check with the wife.

This.....

[FPGT72]

Originally Posted by ttpete

The very best military 98 Mausers were made at Brno in Czechoslovakia between the two world wars. I have some that were made for Persia in that time period, and the finish is comparable to the commercial ones.

Depends on what you mean by "best" The world of 98k's is a very complex one....and in a general statement I would say the pre-war 98's to hold great value, there are some here and there that are much more valuable.

Now as to the best shooting guns....eh....here there same same.....given that the guns are in like shape they will all shoot about the same....a bnz is going to shoot with a byf is going to shoot with a dot.

The real shame is that place that sells them....I think the initials are MM. Biggest bunch of crooks out there....oh well now that the supply of 98k's are starting to dry up they can't rob people anylonger on those, but now are working the 91/30 and VZ angles.