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Firearms Forum: General Handgun Discussion 10-27-2012, 01:39 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,271
Posted By PRM
Derringers

Since the OP ask about derringers... Here's my personal experience not what I've heard at a LGS or about a friend of a friend...

I purchased an American Derringer Model 1 in .45LC/.410 with 3 inch...
Firearms Forum: Revolver Handguns 09-23-2011, 01:56 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 7,832
Posted By PRM
I got several: 1967 Colt Police Positive...

I got several:

1967 Colt Police Positive with elephant ivory.

1966 Colt Detective Special
1977 Colt Detective Special

S&W Model 60-9 with elephant ivory
S&W Model 649
Firearms Forum: Blackpowder & Musket 04-11-2011, 11:41 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,657
Posted By PRM
I agree with Txnorton and eaglenestor ~ Sixty...

I agree with Txnorton and eaglenestor ~ Sixty plus shots is not unreasonable on a quality tuned lock. You may have to shape the edge some, but that's a part of it. I've had the best luck with the...
Firearms Forum: Curio & Relic Discussion 04-04-2011, 01:41 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,262
Posted By PRM
About eight years ago a friend offered me a Mosin...

About eight years ago a friend offered me a Mosin Nagant Carbine for $60. He had bought five of them at that price. I said sure ~ next day he brought me an unissued 1944 model. I gave it a good...
Firearms Forum: Blackpowder & Musket 01-30-2011, 02:36 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,921
Posted By PRM
I have 2 Uberti C&B revolvers and two...

I have 2 Uberti C&B revolvers and two Cimarron(s). The two Cimarron cartridge guns needed some work right out of the box. But are good shooters now. The C&B(s) have been great from day one. No...
Firearms Forum: Blackpowder & Musket 01-13-2011, 11:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,340
Posted By PRM
I've been shooting Brown Bess muskets for over 25...

I've been shooting Brown Bess muskets for over 25 years now. My first was a Dixie Gun Works (Japanese), and my current one is a Pedersoli Carbine. I have always had good accuracy out to 100 yards....
Firearms Forum: Blackpowder & Musket 01-11-2011, 05:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 939
Posted By PRM
Grip Question

Can I ask where you found your grips. I like the look of them.
Firearms Forum: Blackpowder & Musket 12-22-2009, 11:55 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,108
Posted By PRM
Here are 2

These were made by Army San Marco. Colt stampings - wrong caliber, They are .44 instead of the correct .36 for the Navy Model. Note the rebated cylinders.
Firearms Forum: Blackpowder & Musket 11-10-2009, 01:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,108
Posted By PRM
They are out there - Dixie Gun Works got a...

They are out there - Dixie Gun Works got a shipment in back in the 80s that were marked that way. I bought an Italian 1860 Army and a Walker that had the Colt address on the top of the barrel from...
Firearms Forum: Revolver Handguns 01-01-2009, 11:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 8,247
Posted By PRM
That would be a .38 Colt, not .38 S&W. Both...

That would be a .38 Colt, not .38 S&W. Both calibres of ammunition are available at Midway.

www.midwayusa.com
Firearms Forum: Curio & Relic Discussion 09-22-2008, 12:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,103
Posted By PRM
C&B Revolvers

The 1860 Army, 1851 and 1861 Navies all had the Naval Battle Scene. Correct date - battle was between the Texas and Mexican Navies. What you can look for in further identification is calibre. The...
Firearms Forum: Concealed Carrying & Personal Protection 07-27-2008, 12:44 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,075
Posted By PRM
Too large - too small

Good posts on this one. Personally, if I have to use a gun in self defense, I figure it will be close up and missing won't be an issue. I would not count on one shot to stop the threat, regardless...
Firearms Forum: Semi-Auto Handguns 07-01-2008, 02:40 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 5,009
Posted By PRM
More Traditional

Colt Bisley - Pre Ban Elephant Ivory 44 SPL
Firearms Forum: Semi-Auto Handguns 06-21-2008, 02:13 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 25,358
Posted By PRM
SD Cal

1. Personal preference - bigger the better, if given the choice at the time

2. If it is in the drawer or under the carseat when you need it - might as well have a rock. Pick something you will...
Firearms Forum: General Handgun Discussion 06-15-2008, 09:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,022
Posted By PRM
Lookinf For magazines

www.gunbroker.com
Firearms Forum: Blackpowder & Musket 01-27-2008, 12:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,866
Posted By PRM
Wonder Wads

Curious about your post. What model/type have you had the problems with on the wads? I've been using them in 2nd Generation Colt Navies for about 17 years with no problem. Only problem I have ever...
Firearms Forum: Blackpowder & Musket 01-27-2008, 12:18 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 972
Posted By PRM
BP Shootgun

They can be reloaded fairly quickly - They make a BP shot gun reloader tube that lets you carry pre-measured shot and powder loads. Pour your powder, put wad over the powder, pour shot and put an...
Firearms Forum: Blackpowder & Musket 01-27-2008, 12:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 866
Posted By PRM
Flints

The English flints are the best - www.dixiegunworks.com keeps all sizes in stock from the small pistol flints to the muskets. They have a full range of other products and a great and helpful tech...
Firearms Forum: Blackpowder & Musket 12-30-2007, 04:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,866
Posted By PRM
Remington 44 Army

Dixie Gun Works recommends a .451 ball on their reproduction Remington 44. This will shave a small ring of lead and provide a good seal. You will still need to put grease on the top of the ball to...
Firearms Forum: Concealed Carrying & Personal Protection 12-11-2007, 11:18 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 10,133
Posted By PRM
Walther PP

I've owned several over the years in both .380 and .32. I currently have a mid-50s era 7.65 or .32. What is your question? They are a classic guns that shoot well and for the era they were produced...
Firearms Forum: Blackpowder & Musket 11-09-2007, 01:47 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 938
Posted By PRM
Blacp Powder

Tom Kelly posted a great article on this subject in 2000. Hope this helps

How Old is Too Old?
Were you ever rummaging around in the back of your shooting safe, closet or gun room and you came...
Firearms Forum: Blackpowder & Musket 11-02-2007, 11:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 938
Posted By PRM
Powder

The powder will not degrade any faster in the cylinder than it does in the factory container. I am very meticulous in cleaning my revolvers as well as loading them. I keep 2 loaded in the house all...
Firearms Forum: Blackpowder & Musket 10-31-2007, 10:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 618
Posted By PRM
gun parts

I am not familiar with that gun, but here is some suggestions that might help

Dixie Gun Works has a full time gunsmith, if they don't have it, they should know where to find it. 731 885 0700
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Firearms Forum: Concealed Carrying & Personal Protection 10-30-2007, 03:08 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,814
Posted By PRM
Ankle Holster

I've been wearing one for about 30 years. They are great if the gun is not to heavy or bulky. Summer-time especially, you can wear jeans and a t-shirt and be heeled. Uncle Mikes makes a good one. I...
Firearms Forum: Semi-Auto Handguns 10-28-2007, 12:32 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 25,358
Posted By PRM
One Shot Stops

Don't get caught up in movie hype - there are few one shot stops with hand guns. We see actors picked up and hurled backwards in the movies; physics will tell you, if the weapon is that powerful,...
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