75 Years Of Ruger - An American Firearm And Business Success Story
The meditation properties of rifle cleaning When I once again became aware of my surroundings, Jackson Browne’s lyrical “The Pretender” was playing through the shop’s scratchy computer speakers. Standing ankle deep in thousands of bore residue covered cleaning patches, a multitude of gun cleaning solvents and lubricating oil were open... […] [Read More]
450/400 3" Nitro Express
Warning: Bullet selections are specific, and loads are not valid with substitutions of different bullets of the same weight. Variations in bullet length will alter net case capacity, pressure and velocity. Primer selection is specific and primer types are not interchangeable. These are maximum loads in my firearms and may... […] [Read More]
High Standard Sport King Special, Model A1041
03/17/2024 – A new neighbor stopped by to introduce himself the other day. He had purchased the abutting property to the south. Seemed like a nice enough guy although, I have to say, new neighbors stopping by is usually accompanied with a request… “Mind if I cut down your trees... […] [Read More]
Editorial - What To Do Until The Rain Stops
Ingredients 2 9″ pie crusts 1 lb 8 oz 80-20 ground beef 2 eggs 1 cup of seasoned bread crumbs 1 1/4 cup whole milk 1/3 green bell pepper 1/4 white onion 5 green onions 1/2 cup shredded cheese 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon sea salt Instructions Preheat oven... […] [Read More]
Pointed Bullets And Tubular Magazines
03/10/2024 – I have to begin by saying, I am in no way shape or form, suggesting anything other than the use of flat and suitably round nose bullets in any firearm with a tubular magazine. I say this because those are the safety rules provided by the super knowledgeable,... […] [Read More]
Zastava's ZPAPM70 Part III... Two Years Later
02/25/2024 – The local roads are posted, so Maine spring and mud season can’t be far behind. All of my bitching about clearing snow and freezing temperatures will be replaced with my bitching about spring clean up, landscaping and maintenance work. There is always something to grouse about that doesn’t... […] [Read More]
Editorial - Non Firearm - A Factual Explanation Of Heaven And Hell
02/23/2024 – Writing is a great freedom that everyone should enjoy. A blog, a website, a piece of paper on a cluttered desk. Writing allows a person to speak without interference and without compromise, even if others assign themselves to judge. The following was written, because I think there are... […] [Read More]
Big Bear Loads For The 204 Ruger!..!!
02/18/2024 – I am so looking forward to a motorcycle run from Maine to Texas, with a few stops in between. I know, shut up already, Joe. Last time, then I will shut up until the trip. Car trips always end up a race. Get there in the fewest days... […] [Read More]
Recipes For Leftovers
02/11/2024 – The following is the article that was scheduled for this past week. I could not get it done. I still can’t get it done, but I believe there is enough useful handload information to not just toss it. The theme was putting odds and ends components to use,... […] [Read More]
Editorial - Aging, Motorcycles, Anxiety, And Long Walks On The Beach
I have been a Bob Dylan fan since his first mostly cover album in ’62. Sometimes he has made no sense at all, sometimes he offers great insight and, sometimes he can be profound. As lyrics are so open to interpretation, I give myself partial credit for those accomplishments. I... […] [Read More]