Grayfox54

Another vote not to refinish. Bear in mind when that rifle was made and the .22 ammo available then. I think it may be jamming due to ammo that's cycling the action too fast. Try some standard velocity ammo in it. CCI Standard Velocity is the benchmark in this class of ammo. If that doesn't work, try replacing the recoil spring. I just checked and Wolff does make a spring for this model. $8.49.

I would be interested in several of the .22 rifles and handguns. Please post a list with prices. I'm specifically looking for a SAA type .22.

John, I kinda surprised at that. I've dealt with Wather customer service at Ft. Smith twice. Both times they were very helpful and really fast. Covid maybe?

AH! The good old days!

Don't feel so bad. I once answered a question with info that I know to be true. But he went out of his way to correct me with wrong info. Didn't he mention once that he was a former gun shop clerk? Well, there ya have it.

I found that Bob wasn't nearly as knowledgeable as he thought he was. While he was familiar with many different models, he was sorely lacking in specifics. I caught a number of his mistakes, but let it go because he seemed like a grumpy guy who wouldn't take it well. Just didn't need the hassle.

Reloading isn't hard. But you do have to pay attention. Its the small details that come back to bite you. There's plenty of videos and info on the web. But I agree, a one on one session with an experienced reloader is best. I wouldn't be at all surprised if one of our members in your area didn't make the offer on this thread. (That's a hint boys. Somebody help the noobie out) But honestly, I don't think now is a good time to start. Supplies are very hard to come by as most companies are using their powder and bullets for factory ammo. But I applaud your enthusiasm.

Pre-lock S&W revolvers seem to be the up and coming thing. Prices for guns made in the 1960s through the 1980s are increasing in value. But S&W has made so many of them, condition is everything. A LNIB common revolver can easily top $1000+. Uncommon models or barrel lengths bring a premium. And it seems that these days that blue is more desirable than stainless. The Model 65 is a fine gun. Check the usual mechanics. Timing, crane alignment, push off and such. Finish wear isn't so much a problem with stainless, but check under the grips for hidden rust. The 65-4 should be from around 1988. When you get it, send me the serial number and I'll check my book.

Really? I admit I know very little about Glocks. But I just can't see any plastic guns as collectible. JMHO.

Are you taking about pure collecting or as investments? I think the days of guns as investments are coming to an end. Most of the collectibles have pretty much topped out in value. It would take a very long time to see any decent return on collectibles bought at today's prices. For pure collectibles. You really can't go wrong with older models of name brand guns. Winchester, Remington, Colt or Smith & Wesson come to mind. These will always be popular. Personally, I think one of the hidden gems is the old Ruger "Six" Series DA revolvers. Excellent guns, no longer made, but still reasonably priced.

The best way I've ever heard it put: Earth is kinda like the Detroit of the galaxy. Everybody knows where it is, but nobody wants to go there.

Thanks.

We didn't use the public range on Walnut Grove. We qualified on the Sheriff's Dept range located inside the Penal Farm. Yeah SA pistols were a no-no. As i remember the only guns allowed were Colt, S&W or Ruger revolvers. Pistols included those three along with Sig and Glock. Must be DA/SA or DA only. Calibers could be .38, .357, 9mm or 45. Simply put, us civilians were only allowed what was approved for use for Deputies. My carry gun was a 3rd Issue Colt Detective Special. I still have it. The course of fire was the standard LEO qualification course. 5,7,15 & 25 yards. Minimum score was 70. I shot a 92. For all you newer guys, see what we had to put up with back then?

DHF, I appreciate the info. But I'm only interested in the Tennessee laws.

Links I believe you're right. Back then I believe it was four 2 hour evening law classes plus range qualification. Only certain calibers, makes and models of guns were allowed. You had to qualify annually and could only carry the gun you qualified with. You were required to carry a $100,000 bond. And the permit was only good in Shelby County. Boy was I glad when statewide CCW was passed.

I got my first Handgun Permit back in 1992. Yep, that was before the statewide permits. I used to shoot IDPA. I think my shooting skills are about as good as they're gonna get for a decrepit old man. I'm too old to be running up and down ranges in classes with a bunch of young bucks. However, I could use a refresher on the rules and laws of concealed carry and self defense. I have neither the time nor patience to wade through all the current laws. I've considered taking the on-line course for the Concealed Handgun permit. But I don't need the certificate or particularly want to spend the money. Does anyone know of a source for the on-line course that's free? Other alternatives?

While I seriously doubt these bills have a chance, it would be a great opportunity to add an exemption to the NICS check for a EHP holder when buying a firearm from a dealer.

In the 1980s an up and coming young actor, Jon-Erik Huxem, accidentally killed himself playing around with a .44 magnum loaded with blanks.

That's the old .38/44 High Velocity load. Predecessor to the .357 magnum. It should only be used in strong, large frame guns. It won't blow up smaller framed guns, but it will accelerate and cause un-necessary wear. Plus its downright unpleasant to shoot in smaller guns.

My Dad was a big quail hunter. A good bird dog is a pleasure to watch work. Since coyotes crossed the Mississippi River 30 years or so ago. There haven't been any quail. No rabbits either.

Attract attention so that people will slow down? Maybe to see if the driver is wearing a seat belt? That's quick, easy money for the city and runs up their ticket count.

The first click happens within the first 1/4 " of hammer movement. At that point the spring does not have enough energy to fire the primer. There are several videos on You Tube that show this and directly prove Baldwin's claim is not only false, but impossible. The old empty chamber under the hammer is in the event that the gun is dropped. But it would have to land directly on the hammer with considerable force to fire a cartridge.