tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8970071813477046910.post4265803905690768341..comments2024-03-18T01:21:42.225-05:00Comments on Preachers and Horse Thieves: Faith RenewedDaddy Hawkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01386749814126280114noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8970071813477046910.post-44641248274547300912011-11-16T11:50:30.649-06:002011-11-16T11:50:30.649-06:00CTone, it'll be a happy hunt for sure. Part of...CTone, it'll be a happy hunt for sure. Part of me even wants to look into a pre-fit slide and frame to build a custom 1911, but that will have to wait for after I get a little experience owning and running one under my belt.Daddy Hawkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01386749814126280114noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8970071813477046910.post-88472458355530314912011-11-15T09:32:58.602-06:002011-11-15T09:32:58.602-06:00"although I understand there is a little bit ..."although I understand there is a little bit of a learning curve on casting the bullets from wheel weights to get the hardness right."<br /><br />That's what I heard as well, but as it turned out, there's very little involved with making bullets for a 1911. It's super easy. You can drop them out of a mold into water, or drop them on a towel. Either way will work. The first time I tried I got good bullets.<br /><br />Happy 1911 hunting!CTonehttp://fateoflegions.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8970071813477046910.post-14482278249870704582011-11-08T13:15:04.793-06:002011-11-08T13:15:04.793-06:00CTone, that's basically my plan...although I u...CTone, that's basically my plan...although I understand there is a little bit of a learning curve on casting the bullets from wheel weights to get the hardness right. There are aftermarket barrels for some of the polymer guns that will allow them to spit lead without too much trouble, but that's not a primary concern right now. I just want to find the right 1911 for me, get a reloading press set up and have some fun.Daddy Hawkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01386749814126280114noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8970071813477046910.post-87815388915231370962011-11-08T11:36:53.745-06:002011-11-08T11:36:53.745-06:00I've had excellent success feeding the 1911 wi...I've had excellent success feeding the 1911 with reloads - I got once fired brass for $50 per 1k from my local range, and I cast my own bullets from wheel weights from the scrapyard. Total cost is like pennies per round, and they shoot well, too. 1911s do love lead, while many of the newer pistols don't shoot them. Something to think about.CTonehttp://fateoflegions.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8970071813477046910.post-91781270181715255612011-11-03T23:40:35.857-05:002011-11-03T23:40:35.857-05:00I suppose, I can cut you some slack :), afterall, ...I suppose, I can cut you some slack :), afterall, I don't know how you're keeping your eyes open - your schedule is brutal.GunDivahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02965363044411500380noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8970071813477046910.post-32499601789088380162011-11-02T15:05:24.331-05:002011-11-02T15:05:24.331-05:00kymber, thanks for the kudos, and I will definitel...kymber, thanks for the kudos, and I will definitely let everyone know what my final decision is. <br /><br />GunDiva, give me a break. I only had so much time available to crank out a quick post. As for the suggestion, I've looked at the GSG's at gunshows and wasn't terribly impressed. Besides, I've got the Ruger 22/45 for sub caliber practice; and, while not a perfect 1911 analog, it's close enough.Daddy Hawkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01386749814126280114noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8970071813477046910.post-82115508821055239132011-11-02T14:51:50.994-05:002011-11-02T14:51:50.994-05:00Mez will be doing a review of the GSG1911 on GunDi...Mez will be doing a review of the GSG1911 on GunDivas in the near future - he can tell you all of the ways it's been abused (and he altered it slightly).GunDivahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02965363044411500380noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8970071813477046910.post-70356223388146396722011-11-02T14:51:09.216-05:002011-11-02T14:51:09.216-05:00Jeez, knowing about the reloading equipment would ...Jeez, knowing about the reloading equipment would have been good information to have :)<br /><br />I do love me a 1911. One thought for practice time to save some money - GSG (German Sport Guns) makes a 1911 chambered in .22. It's inexpensive to buy (less than $400)and after 1000+ rounds without cleaning, haven't had a hiccup yet. I've been shooting my friend's GSG, but it's on my definite buy list.GunDivahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02965363044411500380noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8970071813477046910.post-73741842135811274282011-11-02T14:41:13.191-05:002011-11-02T14:41:13.191-05:00Shepherd - i am very proud of your B+ - great job!...Shepherd - i am very proud of your B+ - great job! as for your weapons choice, i would have to go with what Mr. Daddy said. <br /><br />oh but the pic that North put up makes my hand all itchy - teehee!<br /><br />let us know what you decide on! <br /><br />your friend,<br />kymberkymberhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02607117635648274823noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8970071813477046910.post-72118111924885964832011-11-02T09:47:13.985-05:002011-11-02T09:47:13.985-05:00Mr. Daddy, exactly. I can't imagine not liking...Mr. Daddy, exactly. I can't imagine not liking a 1911.Daddy Hawkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01386749814126280114noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8970071813477046910.post-35769304082141448672011-11-02T09:19:32.374-05:002011-11-02T09:19:32.374-05:00Sometimes even after all the consideration of deta...Sometimes even after all the consideration of details and comparisons, it just comes down to simple ascetics.....:o) I'm sure you will enjoy whatever you decide on, the added bonus will be to LIKE what you get....Happy Hunting....Mr. Daddyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00293378178230073999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8970071813477046910.post-28252952557077362552011-11-01T23:22:36.330-05:002011-11-01T23:22:36.330-05:00GunDiva, I should mention that reloading equipment...GunDiva, I should mention that reloading equipment will most likely be a part of this endeavor for the reasons you state and the fact that I've made the conscious decision to commit to the .45 round. I do like the M&P overall, and I may get one eventually. However, it just doesn't speak to me the way the 1911 does. A 1911 is graceful and strong like an avenging archangel. The M&P is more dark, angular and sinister like one of Picasso's nightmares.Daddy Hawkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01386749814126280114noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8970071813477046910.post-33639656504497241512011-11-01T22:59:16.015-05:002011-11-01T22:59:16.015-05:00If you're going to start thinking about compet...If you're going to start thinking about competition - I'd go with the M&P in 9mm. For one reason only: it's more cost effective. You'll run through a couple hundred rounds at each match and unless you can find time (Lord knows when) to reload all that .45, you'll go broke fairly quickly.<br /><br />You know I love my 1911. Love it. But she's expensive to feed when each match runs us through 250+ rounds. RCC's M&P hasn't failed me yet when I've shot it in competition and it doesn't hurt the budget nearly as much as little Ms. Para does.<br /><br />Just my two cents worth.<br /><br />PS - congrats on your B+GunDivahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02965363044411500380noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8970071813477046910.post-14434839137560015742011-11-01T20:07:48.194-05:002011-11-01T20:07:48.194-05:00North, you're welcome and thank you.North, you're welcome and thank you.Daddy Hawkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01386749814126280114noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8970071813477046910.post-6135812496700991122011-11-01T19:23:54.338-05:002011-11-01T19:23:54.338-05:00Thanks for the smile and I'm glad that I could...Thanks for the smile and I'm glad that I could help!Northhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12778737553770514684noreply@blogger.com