The 357 SIG and Lee Precision's Factory Crimp Die Confessions of a Handloading Snob
I was a handful of sentences into this story and on my way toward making a wise crack about Lee Precision products, when I realized how hypocritical I’ve been when it comes to that company’s products. I’d gotten into the habit of pigeon holing them as a supplier of cheap […] [Read More]
Reconciliation
This past Saturday, our eldest grandson Eric received the sacrament of Reconciliation. In our faith, Roman Catholic, it means to confess all sins and to ask God for, and hopefully receive, absolution. For this nine year old, confession lasted about a thirty seconds, beginning and ending with tricking his little […] [Read More]
Lawn Vs Garden Tractors and Mossberg Pump Guns
No, I didn’t vertically stretch the picture, it’s just a stubby garden tractor with oversized rear tires. The difference between a lawn and garden tractor is about $1,500….well not really. The difference between a real lawn tractor and a garden tractor that will diminish the significance of a neighbor’s lawn […] [Read More]
Australia...Can We Send Congress to Visit?
I was so happy to see a country that could get it right in such simple terms. I was so ashamed that it was not the United States. My guess is, Australians figured it out before it is too late and Australians have always been a tough, fair bunch with […] [Read More]
Maine State of Mind
I’m going to take a break for a few weeks and head back to Maine. My wife and I had a visit from a grandson who lives in Texas, we were able to see another receive his First Communion and my granddaughter took her first steps. We have a little […] [Read More]
Eggplant
Every once in awhile, my wife insists on cooking Eggplant Parmesan. It looks pretty spiffy covered in thick tomato sauce, maybe a pinch of basil and a dash of oregano, some crushed garlic, grated Parmesan and melted mozzarella cheese over chopped mushroom. Still, when I take a bite I’m immediately […] [Read More]
Turkish Mausers and the Big 5 Way Back Machine Part II - Conclusion
Stock Refinishing The nicest thing about wood is that it usually gets better with age. The trick is finding what will improve the appearance of a stock without causing damage in the process. As an example, there is a common Internet reference to using Easy Off Oven Cleaner to clean […] [Read More]
Turkish Mausers and the Big 5 Way Back Machine Part I or.... The key to craftsmanship is using a smaller hammer
In the past, I may have made one or two derogatory comments regarding firearm enthusiasts who own military firearms. Yes, my opinions may have been steeped in ignorance of the subject, but still there was always that visual image of a 20 year old guy, sitting in a tiny apartment, […] [Read More]
Conservation and a Firearm Culture - Observation
This is the view from our front door. It is slightly less obscured by trees than all the other views from the house. Can’t see the road, can’t see the neighbors; pretty nice setting in the woods. I’ve come to the conclusion, despite all of the years of hunting and […] [Read More]
The 460 Rowland...Whoa Mama! Part 2 - Conclusion
460 Rowland Handload Data (For the impatient) Interesting day at the range. The Kimber still has the intended number of pieces, the mainspring housing checkering pattern is tattooed permanently into the palm of my shooting hand and I can now almost open the slide without help from another adult. All […] [Read More]