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by S and S HUNTCLUB
Sat Sep 30, 2023 3:36 pm
Forum: The Great Model 8
Topic: Another C-Grade to look at
Replies: 11
Views: 1987

Re: Another C-Grade to look at

That's a beauty John! I've had several hard to acquire Model 8's with the rifle style "Top-Tang" steel butt plate pass through my hands over the years that I've bought and sold. Not one of them were numbers matching... regarding the butt plate and butt stock, matching the receiver serial ...
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Tue Aug 01, 2023 10:15 am
Forum: Q & A about the 8/81
Topic: Year, value, info...
Replies: 6
Views: 1132

Re: Year, value, info...

Nice Model 8 in 35 REM.
The fact that it belonged to your great grandfather, means the value is "PRICELESS" in my opinion. Enjoy life, Bob
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Sat Apr 15, 2023 10:19 am
Forum: Wanted to buy
Topic: WTB Lyman 41R Mounting screws.
Replies: 2
Views: 722

Re: WTB Lyman 41R Mounting screws.

Hello BrokeBodyEngineer, I've always used the 5-44 slotted blued screws as the proper replacement, for the Lyman 41R Receiver Sight. My local hardware store had a gunsmith screw assortment, but I cleaned them out about a month or two ago. These 5-44 slotted screws are 1 inch long and they'll need t...
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Tue Mar 28, 2023 8:31 pm
Forum: General
Topic: FBI AMMO
Replies: 3
Views: 1026

Re: FBI AMMO

This is a great old vintage Remington wooden ammo crate, with very unique FBI markings, and the 30 REM ammo that the FBI used as well. Very cool piece of history! Thanks for sharing the pictures John.
Enjoy life, Bob -
S and S HUNTCLUB
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Fri Oct 28, 2022 4:15 pm
Forum: The Great Model 81 'Woodsmaster'
Topic: recent 81 purchase - MAGAZINE IDENTIFICATION?
Replies: 19
Views: 17493

Re: recent 81 purchase - MAGAZINE IDENTIFICATION?

This Rare Model 81 was purchased by me through icollector. It was for sale by Carol Watson's Orange County Auctions, in Anaheim, California. I remember that it came out of an estate from a Doctor in San Antonio, Texas. I also remember restoring the wood on this rifle many moons ago. I sold the rifl...
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Fri Oct 28, 2022 3:28 pm
Forum: The Great Model 81 'Woodsmaster'
Topic: ** VERY Rare Photo - 5 Model 81D's!!
Replies: 6
Views: 4935

Re: ** VERY Rare Photo - 5 Model 81D's!!

These sure are a nice collection of Model 81 D Grades. I'm surprised that this post didn't get more traction. I remember back when Jack bought the Model 81-D from the Sanford Estate. I remember calling Jack on the phone right before the GunBroker auction was ending and Jack was working on his hot t...
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Mon Oct 03, 2022 5:53 pm
Forum: ~FN 1900 Rifle~
Topic: Scope For A FN 1900 Found And Mounted
Replies: 19
Views: 3038

Re: Scope For A FN 1900 Found And Mounted

Hey Jack, Thanks for your kind words about our past dealings. It has always been a pleasure dealing with you and helping you build on your fine collection through the years. Although I wish I still had the 1906 Serial #59 Remington Model 8 in 35 REM, but I know it found a good home! Just teasing Ja...
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Sun Oct 02, 2022 5:20 pm
Forum: Just Hunting
Topic: My 2018 Kansas buck
Replies: 4
Views: 1015

Re: My 2018 Kansas buck

Thanks for posting this John.
This giant is what I dream about. It's an absolute brute. Thanks for sharing this with the Remington Whitetail hunting enthusiasts.
That is definitely a buck of a lifetime John. Congrats again!
Enjoy life, Bob
S and S HUNTCLUB
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Sun Oct 02, 2022 1:53 pm
Forum: Pics of your 8/81's
Topic: Neat old Remington Poster from around 1919
Replies: 8
Views: 2188

Re: Neat old Remington Poster from around 1919

Hey John, I sure wish I had that poster hanging on my wall. That is very cool indeed! Enjoy life, Bob S and S HUNTCLUB P.S. John, If you would please... Please share a picture of your Giant Kansas "Drop-Tine" Whitetail Buck with everyone here, as it's another one that I'd like hanging on ...
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Sun Oct 02, 2022 1:43 pm
Forum: Q & A about the 8/81
Topic: Need Help Dating a Model 8
Replies: 2
Views: 1188

Re: Need Help Dating a Model 8

Hello JediWing19, I agree with your Barrel Code assessment regarding the month and year of the factory repair and the date of manufacture, being March of 1924. Remington started the Barrel Code stamping of the Month and Year of Manufacturing in 1921. Remington used the word BLACKPOWDER for the firs...
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Sun Oct 02, 2022 12:33 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Brownings early auto loaders
Replies: 4
Views: 1243

Re: Brownings early auto loaders

That was a nice video! Thanks for sharing it.
Enjoy life, Bob
S and S HUNTCLUB
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Mon Sep 05, 2022 10:13 am
Forum: The Great Model 8
Topic: C grade at auction
Replies: 36
Views: 5284

Re: C grade at auction

Hi John, Just got an email from remcrazy this morning. It appears someone is selling your PA ROCKEFELLER Model 8 on Gunbroker.

https://www.gunbroker.com/Item/946325413

I assumed it was a scam!
Enjoy life, Bob / S and S HUNTCLUB
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Fri Aug 26, 2022 11:51 am
Forum: Other Remingtons'
Topic: 141-D grade rifle
Replies: 12
Views: 2577

Re: 141-D grade rifle

That is a really beautiful rifle John!
Enjoy life, Bob
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Fri Aug 26, 2022 10:40 am
Forum: The Great Model 8
Topic: C grade at auction
Replies: 36
Views: 5284

Re: C grade at auction

Hello, I was bidding on it because it's a hard to find C-Grade pistol grip Top-Tang in a great Whitetail deer hunting caliber. Then I noticed the bolt carrier was damaged... rendering it unsafe to shoot, without replacing the bolt carrier and inspecting the other components. I purchased a model 8 o...
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Sat May 21, 2022 3:10 pm
Forum: For Sale or Trade
Topic: REMINGTON MODEL 8 and 81 TEE SHIRTS.
Replies: 3
Views: 1552

Re: REMINGTON MODEL 8 and 81 TEE SHIRTS.

TWO MORE PICTURES.
I had to really reduce the picture quality, to get these last two pictures to load. By doing so, the pictures were distorted.
These are really nice high quality tee shirts and the screen printing is crisp and clean folks!

Enjoy Life, Bob
S and S HUNTCLUB
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Sat May 21, 2022 3:04 pm
Forum: For Sale or Trade
Topic: REMINGTON MODEL 8 and 81 TEE SHIRTS.
Replies: 3
Views: 1552

REMINGTON MODEL 8 and 81 TEE SHIRTS.

20220521_143548.jpg Hello, I wanted to make a quick post here to tell everyone about some really cool tee shirts that feature the Remington Model 8's and 81's. Here's the fast back story... My brother Jeff and I had the pleasure of dealing with Glenn Zielinski many many moons ago through an auction...
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Wed May 04, 2022 1:08 pm
Forum: Wanted to buy
Topic: WTB Lyman 41R rear sight
Replies: 3
Views: 1882

Re: WTB Lyman 41R rear sight

Hello, My Remington Model 81 FBI Lyman 41R Receiver Sight and FBI Front Sight are no longer available. The complete FBI Sight Set has been sold.
Enjoy life, Bob at S and S HUNTCLUB
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Thu Apr 21, 2022 4:58 pm
Forum: Wanted to buy
Topic: Lee .358, 200 grain mold
Replies: 4
Views: 1576

Re: Lee .358, 200 grain mold

BUMMER! I didn't go that deep into it. Eventually they'll be available here at home. Lots of the SIX Bullet types available out there. Good luck!
Enjoy life, Bob
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Tue Apr 19, 2022 9:29 am
Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
Topic: FN1900 Bolt stuck back.
Replies: 25
Views: 5240

Re: FN1900 Bolt stuck back.

Thanks guys! I appreciate it.
Rifleman's Model 81 in 35 REM sounds nice. Sounds like your excited! I know I always am, when a different one comes in. Their all unique in their own way.

I found a Lee 90449 for you Rifleman. You'll have to view your other post for the details.

Enjoy Life, Bob
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Tue Apr 19, 2022 9:14 am
Forum: Wanted to buy
Topic: Lee .358, 200 grain mold
Replies: 4
Views: 1576

Re: Lee .358, 200 grain mold

Try this link...

https://www.gotenda.com/product/lee-mol ... -rf-90449/

You can call them at:
905-597-4772

As you know, the Lee 90449 is out of stock everywhere you look. Sometimes you have to go outside the border.

Enjoy life, Bob
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Sat Apr 16, 2022 8:55 am
Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
Topic: FN1900 Bolt stuck back.
Replies: 25
Views: 5240

Re: FN1900 Bolt stuck back.

Here's the video link that Rifleman was referring too. https://youtu.be/hisyNvnaoio?t=1063 I took a screen shot of the illustration of the operation of the bolt and components If you lock your bolt back and remove the barrel, the barrel extension is no longer adding slight downward pressure to the ...
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Tue Apr 12, 2022 10:23 am
Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
Topic: FN1900 Bolt stuck back.
Replies: 25
Views: 5240

Re: FN1900 Bolt stuck back.

Hello, Sorry to here you're having an issue. With the barrel assemble installed, have you tried putting some rearward pressure on the bolt carrier handle and then, at the same time, pulling down on the magazine indicator thumb piece? Try this while putting some back and forth pressure on the bolt h...
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Thu Apr 07, 2022 5:18 pm
Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
Topic: DIY Tools for Model 8 Disassembly
Replies: 3
Views: 1700

Re: DIY Tools for Model 8 Disassembly

If you're looking for a great "all around" disassembly tool for the Remington Model 8, Model 81 or FN 1900, then here's a link to one that a fellow Remington Enthusiast makes. These are very limited production runs and well worth the investment. https://www.gunbroker.com/item/929307733 En...
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Wed Mar 09, 2022 2:00 pm
Forum: Pics of your 8/81's
Topic: A NIB 81 to stimulate the eyes!
Replies: 4
Views: 1994

Re: A NIB 81 to stimulate the eyes!

Very nice Cam. Judging by the serial number, that appears to be one of the rifles that are often referred to as, "clean-up" rifles produced by Remington, when the Model 81 was discontinued in 1950. I've owned a couple of the used "clean-up" Model 81's in the 30 REM. caliber in m...
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Sun Feb 13, 2022 3:34 pm
Forum: Wanted to buy
Topic: WTB Lyman 41R rear sight
Replies: 3
Views: 1882

Re: WTB Lyman 41R rear sight

Hello, I have a correct Remington Model 81 FBI Lyman 41R Receiver Sight, with the correct mounting screws and the correct FBI Model 81 Front Sight. It's the complete set. If you have not found the Remington Model 81 FBI Rifle sights yet, please feel free to reach out to me. My email address is: s-s...
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Fri Jan 21, 2022 12:06 pm
Forum: For Sale or Trade
Topic: CBR "LIMITED EDITION" PRO TOOLS FOR SALE.
Replies: 0
Views: 1257

CBR "LIMITED EDITION" PRO TOOLS FOR SALE.

There's a new listing on GunBroker for the New and Improved CBR "Limited Edition" PRO-TOOL. These are absolutely fabulous tools for disassembling and assembling the Remington Model 8's and 81's, as well as the FN 1900's Autoloading Rifles. I highly suggest that you make accommodations to ...
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Mon Jan 17, 2022 3:10 pm
Forum: For Sale or Trade
Topic: Scoped Model 81 "Krieger Conversion" FOR SALE
Replies: 2
Views: 1580

Re: Scoped Model 81 "Krieger Conversion" FOR SALE

Another Remington Model 81 in a similar configuration recently sold for $2,913. https://www.gunbroker.com/item/919512412 This Model 81 was sold weeks earlier by the same seller, for $1,726, but the buyer didn't pay and it was relisted. https://www.gunbroker.com/item/916439841 These two auctions sho...
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Wed May 26, 2021 3:29 pm
Forum: The Great Model 8
Topic: Serial #10 on the chopping block
Replies: 12
Views: 5851

Re: Serial #10 on the chopping block

Thanks for sharing the information and picture of #7. That's a great message too. Enjoy life, Bob
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Mon May 10, 2021 5:16 pm
Forum: The Great Model 8
Topic: Serial #10 on the chopping block
Replies: 12
Views: 5851

Re: Serial #10 on the chopping block

Wow! $1,225.00 took it home. I stand corrected. I thought it would reach $1,500.00+. I hope it found a happy home. Cool old Model 8. Enjoy life, Bob @ S and S HUNTCLUB
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Sun May 09, 2021 8:00 pm
Forum: The Great Model 8
Topic: Serial #10 on the chopping block
Replies: 12
Views: 5851

Re: Serial #10 on the chopping block

That is the lowest serial number that I've seen on a Model 8. If I remember collectly, ROBOPUMP has the highest serial number Model 8 known to exist. If he wins #10, he'll have the lowest and highest serial numbers of Model 8's that have surfaced in his collection. I'd be surprised to see this sell...
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Sat Mar 06, 2021 1:45 pm
Forum: General
Topic: 30 REM ammo crate
Replies: 10
Views: 6100

Re: 30 REM ammo crate

I threw a low bid and then, I inquired about the shipping cost. The "New Register" Seller stated the cost from VA. to MI. was going to be a whopping $175. The last wooden case I saw like this, sold at auction for $2,000 and it's getting close to that now. Enjoy Life, Bob at S and S HUNTCL...
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Thu Sep 03, 2020 11:20 am
Forum: Welcome Wagon
Topic: .30 cal ammo
Replies: 5
Views: 3876

Re: .30 cal ammo

Hello, I have 3 lots of Factory Original .30 Remington 170 grain ammunition for sale on Gunbroker.com.
Here are the links:

https://www.gunbroker.com/item/877227539

https://www.gunbroker.com/item/877226732

https://www.gunbroker.com/item/877227620

Enjoy life, Bob at S and S HUNTCLUB
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Sun Sep 22, 2019 9:07 am
Forum: Q & A about the 8/81
Topic: Rem Model 8 POE
Replies: 7
Views: 5919

Re: Rem Model 8 POE

Hello Jim, I sold a 1931 Remington Model 8 POE in 35 Rem., with a correct era 15 round POE Model 8 magazine with a non matching serial number for $7,500 a few years back.
Enjoy Life, Bob @ S and S HUNTCLUB
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Wed Apr 10, 2019 4:08 pm
Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
Topic: Stock troubles
Replies: 13
Views: 13386

Re: Stock troubles

Hello, The problem you're having is most likely debris in the butt stock action spring hole. Take a long straight faced screw driver and drop it in the action spring hole of the stock. With moderate pressure, spin the screw driver to loosen the excess debris that is at the base of the action spring...
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Sun Dec 02, 2018 11:47 am
Forum: ~FN 1900 Rifle~
Topic: Looking For 721
Replies: 3
Views: 6461

Re: Looking For 721

Hey Jack, How about an update on your 721 guest???
Enjoy Life, Bob @ S and S HUNTCLUB
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Fri Nov 30, 2018 4:58 pm
Forum: For Sale or Trade
Topic: Model 81 Krieger magazine conversion
Replies: 4
Views: 5210

Re: Model 81 Krieger magazine conversion

If you have not found it yet, Here's the link to the Krieger he has for sale.

http://www.gunbroker.com/item/790970216

Just click on the link above.

Enjoy life, Bob @ S and S HUNTCLUB
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Fri Nov 30, 2018 2:41 pm
Forum: Q & A about the 8/81
Topic: Info on 81
Replies: 10
Views: 8587

Re: Info on 81

You're welcome Bob. The EE designates that your rifle was made in October (E) of 1936 (E). The first letter is always the month of the year. Remington used the word BLACKPOWDER and added the letter X to the end, for the 12 months of the year. The date code BLACKPOWDERX was started in 1921. There's ...
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Thu Nov 29, 2018 8:47 pm
Forum: Q & A about the 8/81
Topic: Info on 81
Replies: 10
Views: 8587

Re: Info on 81

Very cool old Remington. What you have there is a "First Year Production" 1936 Remington Model 81, (Serial #989) with a Lyman 41 side mounted receiver sight. The Model 81 was not offered in the 300 Savage caliber in 1936. I'm assuming that you determined the 1946 year of production by the...
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Mon Oct 30, 2017 7:56 am
Forum: Just Hunting
Topic: my 35 and buck
Replies: 15
Views: 15694

Re: my 35 and buck

Wow olskool, Your cabin is absolutely gorgeous. I've been a custom home builder for the past 27 years and I can certainly appreciate the time and effort it takes to create a "work of art" like that. Very nice job sir. It's Perfect! Thanks for sharing the pictures. Enjoy Life, Bob @ S and ...
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Thu Jun 22, 2017 9:21 pm
Forum: For Sale or Trade
Topic: Remington 81 "Special Police" FOR SALE!!
Replies: 5
Views: 7175

Re: Remington 81 "Special Police" FOR SALE!!

Cam, I hope I'm not correct. I would like to see the rifle relisted & the auction run its coarse on GB, just to see the real market value. Let's hope that isn't the case. It was a good looking rifle and it would have brought some big money...considering folks are spending $2,600.00+ on standard...
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Wed Jun 21, 2017 9:48 pm
Forum: For Sale or Trade
Topic: Remington 81 "Special Police" FOR SALE!!
Replies: 5
Views: 7175

Re: Remington 81 "Special Police" FOR SALE!!

The auction has been ended. The seller was a New Register (NR) on Gunbroker.com. My guess is someone got ahold of the seller, gave them a song and a dance over the phone and got this rifle way below market value. The rare & hard to find Remington Police Model 8's & 81's and the F.B.I. Model...
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Fri Jun 09, 2017 1:26 pm
Forum: For Sale or Trade
Topic: Factory Checkered, Unique Model 8
Replies: 2
Views: 3807

Re: Factory Checkered, Unique Model 8

A very unique model 8 indeed. It would be a great deer rifle for the Michigan woods. Enjoy Life, Bob @ S and S HUNTCLUB
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Thu Mar 30, 2017 5:42 pm
Forum: The Great Model 81 'Woodsmaster'
Topic: Barrel Bushing wrench
Replies: 2
Views: 4714

Re: Barrel Bushing wrench

They are not available and may be able to be back-ordered. Looks like they may work though.
Enjoy Life, Bob @ S and S HUNTCLUB
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Wed Mar 22, 2017 7:54 pm
Forum: General
Topic: new forum format
Replies: 9
Views: 9478

Re: new forum format

Ditto to what Roger said !
I did enjoy when I had the time, clicking on the active post and reading everyone's post.
Where did the "Active Post Link" go? Enjoy Life, Bob @ S and S HUNTCLUB
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Wed Jan 25, 2017 4:36 pm
Forum: For Sale or Trade
Topic: Nice Model 81 in 30 REM. with Ammo on GunBroker
Replies: 0
Views: 3378

Nice Model 81 in 30 REM. with Ammo on GunBroker

Here's the link to a nice Remington Model 81 Woodsmaster in 30 Remington caliber, with a bunch of .30 REM ammo on GunBroker.com.

http://www.gunbroker.com/item/614782099

It does not show up when you type in and search for REMINGTON MODEL 81.
It only shows up if you search for REMINGTON 81.
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Wed Nov 02, 2016 5:16 pm
Forum: Q & A about the 8/81
Topic: Need help Identifying 1910rem 8 part
Replies: 7
Views: 7520

Re: Need help Identifying 1910rem 8 part

It appears to be the hammer end of the firing pin to me. The groove to the left in the picture, appears to be the groove/slot for the firing pin retaining pin, that holds the firing pin in place in the bolt carrier. Your rifle may have had the firing replaced at some point in time and this portion ...
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Sat Oct 15, 2016 6:54 pm
Forum: Hunting with the 8 / 81
Topic: Model 8 with Lions & Bears Oh MY!
Replies: 5
Views: 9737

Re: Model 8 with Lions & Bears Oh MY!

Hello Olskool, The three pictures are still there sir. They're the first three picture on the Gallery Page, under "Vintage Pictures". P.S. Olskool, I just saw the picture you posted of the beautiful Whitetail Buck that you were blessed with this morning. (October 15, 2016). Congratulation...
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Sun Oct 09, 2016 8:39 am
Forum: Wanted to buy
Topic: WTB early buttplate
Replies: 1
Views: 3329

Re: WTB early buttplate

Hello, You could try Vintage Gun Grips. I have purchased the hard urethane reproduction butt plates for the Remington Model 8 from www.vintagegungrips.net in the past. They all needed a little bit of fitting/sanding at the curve, but looked nice when the projects were completed. Enjoy Life, Bob @ S...
by S and S HUNTCLUB
Tue Jun 14, 2016 7:22 pm
Forum: The Great Model 8
Topic: Stamp on barrel jacket ?
Replies: 5
Views: 7027

Re: Stamp on barrel jacket ?

The stamp of "RP enclosed in a circle" on the right side of the barrel jacket means..."Remington Proof".
Enjoy Life, Bob @ S and S HUNTCLUB