Show us your Guns!

[Michaelshane]

45 long Colt
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[Seth Hawkins]

Here's a group photo of a few of my black powder guns:

1874 Sharps Hartford calibre .44 2-1/4" Sharps Bottle Neck (.44-77 SBN)
1860 Henry calibre .44 Henry Centerfire
1851 Colt Navy Richards-Mason conversions calibre .38 Long Colt


The cartridges are for the Sharps and are loaded with 77 grains of powder behind a 407 grain paper patched bullet.

Sharps patch box:


Left side:

[Michaelshane]

That Sharps is beautiful.....

[Feraud]

Agreed on the Sharps. The Navy conversion is nice too.

[KittyT]

Hello everyone! I was wondering if anyone here knows anything about the Winchester model 270 .22 pump action rifle? I know they're very low-end, inexpensive and made post-1963, but I'd love some more info about how they shoot (or any other useful details). Bueller?

I'm currently looking for a very inexpensive .22 rifle, but preferably not a Ruger 10/22. While I love the Rugers, I'm looking for something a little more interesting - preferably a pump or bolt action. Thanks!

[David Conwill]

I can't speak for the Winchester pump, but when I was 11 or 12 my dad purchased a lever-action Marlin .22 that was supposed to be mine (Mom nixed it) and it is a great shooter. I doubt it meets the “inexpensive” criterion, though.

-Dave

[1961MJS]

Hi

I suggest that you get this:

http://www.cz-usa.com/products/view/455lux/

Why you ask? It's a nice accurate bolt action rifle, and the weirdly shaped stock is made to shoot offhand (standing), but seems to make no difference at all when shooting from prone, setting, or kneeling positions. The hump helps you shoot with your head level, which makes it easier to shoot accurately. (NRA Level 1 Approved Rifle Coach) Check gun-broker for their prices. I have a CZ-452 American and have tried a friends CZ-452 Lux. The Lux is easier to shoot in standing position. The 452 is being discontinued, and replaced with the improved 455 model. These cost under $500 if I remember correctly. Not exactly a 10/22, but not an Anschutz either. This is an excellent gun to shoot CMP Sporter matches with.

http://www.odcmp.co/Competitions/rimfire.pdf

Later

[Story]

Henry offers both a pump and lever action .22 - made in the USA
http://www.henryrepeating.com/rifle-pump.cfm
review
http://www.americanrifleman.org/Arti...?id=2391&cid=7
pricey, when you can find it
http://www.impactguns.com/henry-pump...835012005.aspx
By comparison, the lever is @ $250 retail/less for used
http://www.henryrepeating.com/rifle-lever-action.cfm

[KittyT]

Thanks for the tips, guys! Unfortunately, $500 is out of my price range. I'm looking for something REALLY cheap, like $300 or less Great to keep in mind for future purchases though! Thanks again.

[David Conwill]

That's too bad. Apparently the .22 my dad bought for me is the Marlin 39A, which has been around since 1937 in its current form - but apparently retails for around $570.00. A true Golden Era classic, it's the oldest shoulder arm in continuous production anywhere in the world according to Marlin's website.

-Dave