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Yesterday, 05:03 PM

smkummer replied to a thread 41 Colt to 38-40? How about 40S&W? in Single Action Army

yep, 38-40 cylinder for blackpowder and 40 S&W for smokeless.

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Yesterday, 04:01 PM

smkummer replied to a thread 41 Colt to 38-40? How about 40S&W? in Single Action Army

i was kind of thinking the same thing. But of course doing everything practical in life, is sometimes boring. I feel colt could find buyer interest...

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Yesterday, 03:17 PM

smkummer replied to a thread Colt Police Positive Special with Dectecitve Special Barrel? in Colt Revolvers

Will a 38 special fit in the chamber?

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Yesterday, 01:02 AM

smkummer replied to a thread A cold morning, a 1903 38 ACP PH and a target in Reloading & Range Reports

Too cold for me but you know your gun works in cold weather. I have been casting and reloading while the cold sets in.

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01-22-2020, 05:55 PM

ColtsDad replied to a thread 1996 Python 6" BSTS Purchase in Python

Bright is better than matte or brushed , but make mine BLUE ... or NEW ! That being said , some Pythons are confirmed as bright on serial #...

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01-22-2020, 05:36 PM

ColtsDad replied to a thread Python 2020 in Python

Unfortunately- I read this thread at least 3 times a day . The posts are pretty funny , but the truest funny is referring to Hitchcock and...

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01-22-2020, 05:26 PM

ColtsDad replied to a thread Colt King Cobra Photo Thread... in Colt Revolvers

bonded bronze

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01-22-2020, 03:29 PM

smkummer replied to a thread My first Colt 357 mag Revolver in Colt Revolvers

I shoot mostly 38 and 38 plus P reloads in my E/I frame Colts. Same bullet ( Lee 158 tumble lube 6 cavity mold). 800 FPS for 38, 900 FPS for 38...

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01-21-2020, 11:16 AM

smkummer replied to a thread WTB grips - Colt Official Police (original) and New Frontier .22 stag/fake? in Want to Buy

I have a pair of stage stocks for a colt scout “62”. I would trade for black eagle stocks that originally came on your new frontier buntline 22.

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01-21-2020, 10:58 AM

smkummer replied to a thread Scored an improved model New Service in Colt Revolvers

I had a 7 1/2” 38-40 New service. It was really rough and the barrel wasn’t correct for the time frame of gun. It still shot fine( actually really...

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01-21-2020, 06:45 AM

smkummer replied to a thread New Model Trooper in Colt Revolvers

Agree with the above, Colt is now offering a nice selection of 38/357 revolvers. Now on to a larger frame ( anaconda?) in 41, 44 and 45). Hmmmm,...

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01-19-2020, 05:39 PM

ColtsDad replied to a thread Colt Delta Elite 2nd Generation with "Eagle" Grips in Colt Semiauto Pistols

I never saw them either , I’d definitely vote aftermarket. I don’t think it affects value of gun where it should really matter. i myself would...

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01-19-2020, 05:26 PM

ColtsDad replied to a thread Python 2020 in Python

So since there’s so much speculation, maybe we can speculate that the two unfavorable videos resulted from poor operation . i believe every member...

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01-19-2020, 05:14 PM

ColtsDad replied to a thread Looking for that Free Advice in Single Action Army

I think .44 makes your search a little harder , rather than .45 . i would really try and find a 2005 or later production . Seems a LITTLE high @...

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01-18-2020, 06:52 PM

ColtsDad replied to a thread Colt Franchi auto 12 Ga. in a 3 in. mag. ?? in Colt Long Guns

Thanks for link and compliment . To me my shotgun looks great because it says Colt on it , the Franchi would not interest me. i love having Colt...

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01-18-2020, 04:42 PM

ColtsDad replied to a thread Just bought my first Colt handgun! in New Members Introduction

Totally agree with AZ on grips , Congrats and Welcome !

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01-18-2020, 04:39 PM

ColtsDad replied to a thread Colt Franchi auto 12 Ga. in a 3 in. mag. ?? in Colt Long Guns

3” and magnum when referring to shotguns mean the same thing . As does 3 1/2 meaning super mag . Your shotgun is very sweet , even though blurry...

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01-15-2020, 02:45 PM

ColtsDad replied to a thread Attention Rick Bowles in Colt Forum Image Contest

All good Rick , thanks for your response and all your time and prizes. The contest was a real treat for the Forum always ! You also had some good...

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01-15-2020, 05:11 AM

smkummer replied to a thread The short New Service.... in Colt Revolvers

Very interesting. Is this similar to the dimensions of the 455 colt ammo last produced by dominion except firing the 230 grain ball bullet?

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01-14-2020, 03:25 PM

ColtsDad replied to a thread More Cabela's Colts in Colt Revolvers

Yeah, that gun is sweet for 3 bills. Here is the heiser , not sure fitment - but definitely $6 The Colt holster got cheap too , Buckspen...

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01-14-2020, 03:18 PM

ColtsDad replied to a thread More Cabela's Colts in Colt Revolvers

I like the post Arty , I like the fact you’d be willing to go back even more . i can’t recall a handful of posts like these in the last few years ....

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01-13-2020, 08:47 PM

ColtsDad replied to a thread I need help! I have a problem. in Single Action Army

Another COLT is bliss

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01-13-2020, 08:32 PM

ColtsDad replied to a thread NEW Python Report (Issues) in Python

Welcome Karl , thanks for joining us . There are a lot of Smith fans here . You will like and learn here .... maybe teach and share also . Thanks...

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01-13-2020, 06:55 AM

smkummer replied to a thread Python 2020 in Python

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7dO-lQEX49U Of all places for the trigger issue to show up. No doubt it’s early teething issues with maybe...

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01-13-2020, 05:04 AM

smkummer replied to a thread “New” 1969 Colt Agent in Colt Revolvers

I feel the attraction to those guns is the usefulness today. Back then there were much less concealed carry states, today that lightweight pocket...

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01-12-2020, 06:41 PM

ColtsDad replied to a thread Python 2020 in Python

So let’s keep the positive outlook and be appreciative west Hartford offered this to us . Problems with everything- that’s life . The Cobra and...

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01-12-2020, 02:31 PM

ColtsDad replied to a thread Python 2020 in Python

Great news you were able to acquire ! Also great for this thread you’re able to confirm the correct crown .

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01-12-2020, 02:17 PM

ColtsDad replied to a thread First impressions, Python in Python

I saw my good friend yesterday who is a Smith guy . He surprisingly brought it up , and was giving good thoughts . i haven’t seen him in like a year...

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01-12-2020, 01:58 PM

ColtsDad replied to a thread First impressions, Python in Python

Great Review Duane , happy for you . I’m really happy with mine too - with the non perfect crown . i haven’t put mine through the paces , maybe...

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01-12-2020, 01:02 PM

ColtsDad replied to a thread Lets see those ar-15 photos in Colt Long Guns

Yeah Terry , was bored one day and googled ( images) evil black guns . “ Some guys “ obviously popped first , then that random lineup.

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