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- Thu Aug 22, 2019 11:36 pm
- Forum: ~FN 1900 Rifle~
- Topic: FN information from old catalogues
- Replies: 4
- Views: 10979
Re: FN information from old catalogues
Canuck, you are a rascal I recall an old flick about some raccoons trashing a hunting cabin. Know anything bout that
- Wed Aug 21, 2019 4:15 pm
- Forum: Q & A about the 8/81
- Topic: Safety Lever Design Differences
- Replies: 7
- Views: 6429
Re: Safety Lever Design Differences
If you do happen across one with a separation of lever & shaft:: http://thegreatmodel8.remingtonsociety.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=20&t=3441&p=11787&hilit=safety+locktite&sid=349040b2120e72ed1db75827256503d6#p11787 This may not be a permanent repair as a new milled pin hole, but ...
- Thu Aug 08, 2019 9:42 pm
- Forum: Q & A about the 8/81
- Topic: New .30 Rem brass splitting necks !?
- Replies: 13
- Views: 15012
Re: New .30 Rem brass splitting necks !?
R-man I have had both 30 & 32 Rem split. But it was older original loads, the age of brass & storage conditions can have that effect. Annealing usually corrects necks or shoulder splits, but one gotta pull bullets for that. I've yet to figure out a good way to remove old primers safely B4 th...
- Thu Aug 08, 2019 6:10 pm
- Forum: Q & A about the 8/81
- Topic: New .30 Rem brass splitting necks !?
- Replies: 13
- Views: 15012
- Fri Aug 02, 2019 6:00 pm
- Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
- Topic: Barrel nut washer was off-center from barrel thread groove
- Replies: 18
- Views: 16184
Re: Barrel nut washer was off-center from barrel thread groove
HUHNH
Chas you may be right, the above photo does show an unusual clearance. Any body got Dims on this difference??
Chas you may be right, the above photo does show an unusual clearance. Any body got Dims on this difference??
- Sat Jul 27, 2019 11:28 pm
- Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
- Topic: Weak ejection on Model 81 .30 Rem
- Replies: 11
- Views: 19171
Re: Weak ejection on Model 81 .30 Rem
I must agree w/ Ken. The physics always apply, unless you go Quantum. Our Ladies operate on recoil momentum not energy, the product of mass & velocity primarily. With some offset due to the acceleration in the barrel of the projectile from rest. I personally have experience with the results. My ...
- Mon Jul 15, 2019 12:02 pm
- Forum: ~FN 1900 Rifle~
- Topic: Burried FN 1900
- Replies: 7
- Views: 8584
Re: Burried FN 1900
We like personality
Plus it looks like someone did a reasonable restoration. The scarfs are heritage in my opinion.
Carl
Plus it looks like someone did a reasonable restoration. The scarfs are heritage in my opinion.
Carl
- Sat Jul 06, 2019 4:45 pm
- Forum: Welcome Wagon
- Topic: Hello from Bordeaux
- Replies: 5
- Views: 5803
Re: Hello from Bordeaux
Jean,
Welcome, good luck on the parts. You may find them easier on the European market. I also suggest a review of the FN 1900 page on this home site. It's informative,just not that detailed on the magazine...
Welcome, good luck on the parts. You may find them easier on the European market. I also suggest a review of the FN 1900 page on this home site. It's informative,just not that detailed on the magazine...
- Sat Jun 22, 2019 2:51 pm
- Forum: For Sale or Trade
- Topic: Herters stuff + 32Rem dies Sold
- Replies: 2
- Views: 7161
Re: Herters stuff + 32Rem dies
Anybody need Herters loading parts? Got a couple specialized shellholders SOLD and a primer arm kit. Near NIB. ;) Would consider a partial trade for a Lyman Trueline Jr shellholder adapter for standard shellholders. 8-) Bump: still got the 32 Rem RCBS dies(sold), who wants 'em? still got Lyman 243&...
- Wed Jun 19, 2019 10:59 am
- Forum: For Sale or Trade
- Topic: WTT Parts and more
- Replies: 30
- Views: 30911
Re: WTT Parts and more
Updated.
I still have the FBI takedown lever when someone needs.
I still have the FBI takedown lever when someone needs.
- Fri Jun 14, 2019 2:42 pm
- Forum: Welcome Wagon
- Topic: Hello from British Columbia
- Replies: 9
- Views: 8184
Re: Hello from British Columbia
117, The HuntingBC site requires a registration to get at pics, thought you should know. A way to pump up members, they should consider a viewable alternative, not just lock everyone out. I'll try it out, just saying. Carl Update: REg worked; a nice lady, still got her stuff, Congrats on the bear. W...
- Sun Jun 09, 2019 3:01 pm
- Forum: Pics of your 8/81's
- Topic: stage one complete!
- Replies: 2
- Views: 4740
Re: stage one complete!
AH HA Another victim of the dread collector's disease.
Told you these old rifles pine for their relatives, but glad you are having such good luck with your efforts.
A really great photo of the group, congrats..
Carl
Told you these old rifles pine for their relatives, but glad you are having such good luck with your efforts.
A really great photo of the group, congrats..
Carl
- Thu May 23, 2019 9:44 pm
- Forum: Q & A about the 8/81
- Topic: RCBS shell holder won't work
- Replies: 7
- Views: 7593
Re: RCBS shell holder won't work
AAWWW, be nice, Mom always said you get more flies with sugar than vinegar.
- Thu May 23, 2019 1:35 pm
- Forum: Q & A about the 8/81
- Topic: Need .30 Rem reloading advice
- Replies: 4
- Views: 5013
Re: Need .30 Rem reloading advice
A start: http://thegreatmodel8.remingtonsociety.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=5166&sid=4c30963a75f04dd38d0d21084071c9f5 http://thegreatmodel8.remingtonsociety.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=12&t=5374&sid=4c30963a75f04dd38d0d21084071c9f5 From Stevespages: 150 Grain Bullet--IMR-4320 From ...
- Wed May 01, 2019 5:43 pm
- Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
- Topic: Unseated fired primers on reloaded .35 Rem ammo?
- Replies: 8
- Views: 11550
Re: Unseated fired primers on reloaded .35 Rem ammo?
This thread is a Really good reason to have a method for measuring headspace/shoulder of our fired rounds. I found the Hornady gauge for this is a great help. The first device I have found to test this reliably. Cheap insurance!! I also noticed on some cases the diameter of the collars are very clos...
- Wed Apr 17, 2019 1:08 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Back from the dead, I am!
- Replies: 22
- Views: 189821
Re: Back from the dead, I am!
Adam, Glad to hear the post-op therapy is helping your both, Keep on keeping on. I too am interested in the Kreiger mods. As I have the "Not" Kreiger & 3 early mags that don't use the side springs I'd like to mod a couple to make Xtra magazines for mine. It is different from the classi...
- Sun Apr 14, 2019 8:24 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Back from the dead, I am!
- Replies: 22
- Views: 189821
Re: Back from the dead, I am!
Welcome Back, Welcome Back, U knowfrom Kotter.
I know about the therapy dragging on, from the back surgery couple years ago...
Stay with the stretching & strength building!! It does help, maybe just not soon enough t suit us...
Carl
I know about the therapy dragging on, from the back surgery couple years ago...
Stay with the stretching & strength building!! It does help, maybe just not soon enough t suit us...
Carl
- Thu Apr 11, 2019 4:34 pm
- Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
- Topic: Stock troubles
- Replies: 13
- Views: 13688
Re: Stock troubles
Auger: a wood boring bit, spiral, w/cutters that cut very smooth holes. (unless you break thru the back) No rasp here. https://www.irwin.com/tools/browse/drill-bits/woodboring-drill-bits/auger-bits the hole referenced in our posts is the one the receiver tube for the recoil spring slides in the stoc...
- Wed Apr 10, 2019 3:11 pm
- Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
- Topic: Buttstock bolt lining up
- Replies: 5
- Views: 5229
Re: Buttstock bolt lining up
you might check this topic, many of us have the same problem with the early Ser# 81s.
http://thegreatmodel8.remingtonsociety. ... 078#p15488
http://thegreatmodel8.remingtonsociety. ... 078#p15488
- Mon Apr 08, 2019 7:56 pm
- Forum: For Sale or Trade
- Topic: For your fine veiwing or bidding pleasure Grade Fs
- Replies: 4
- Views: 5971
For your fine veiwing or bidding pleasure Grade Fs
Check these out: :shock: https://www.rockislandauction.com/detail/76/3571/remington-model-8f-premier-grade-semiautomatic-rifle https://www.rockislandauction.com/detail/76/3572/remington-model-8f-premier-grade-semiautomatic-rifle https://www.rockislandauction.com/detail/76/1412/remington-model-241-pr...
- Fri Apr 05, 2019 6:32 pm
- Forum: Pics of your 8/81's
- Topic: Model 8s & an 81 Group Photo
- Replies: 8
- Views: 9545
Re: Model 8s & an 81 Group Photo
Jack I think you are right, did you visit and infect them with our disease Gotta be the dread Jackitis Yes I am glad There is no vaccine
- Thu Apr 04, 2019 6:43 pm
- Forum: Pics of your 8/81's
- Topic: Model 8s & an 81 Group Photo
- Replies: 8
- Views: 9545
Re: Model 8s & an 81 Group Photo
Nice Congrats
- Tue Apr 02, 2019 10:06 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: Reloading 30 Remington....
- Replies: 3
- Views: 4394
Re: Reloading 30 Remington....
Suggest you try the Hornady 140g Monoflex, I'm having pretty good luck with them & Leverrevolution powder. Another potential could be the 160g FTX. These are a little lighter, great ballistic coefficient, with modern design for 30-30 velocities. The Monoflex being a solid has great accuracy pote...
- Sat Mar 30, 2019 2:48 pm
- Forum: Welcome Wagon
- Topic: New recruit from Central Pa
- Replies: 10
- Views: 23417
Re: New recruit from Central Pa
Noticed you got one with the top-toe buttplate that is a good find. & in 25 Rem, had one almost the same & had to trade for a Inglis. It too has JMB designs. Good luck with the pair, watch out though, they'll soon be whining :cry: for their relatives. Then infect you with Jackitis :!: :lol: ...
- Sun Mar 24, 2019 8:39 pm
- Forum: Wanted to buy
- Topic: model 81 safety
- Replies: 3
- Views: 4218
Re: model 81 safety
I've used a special Loctite to hold this type of parts with great success. This might help: http://thegreatmodel8.remingtonsociety.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=20&t=3441&p=11787&hilit=safety+locktite&sid=1bd2d529cf1e99757856471ea8d6ced9#p11787 You will definitely need a new safety scre...
- Fri Mar 22, 2019 1:47 pm
- Forum: Pics of your 8/81's
- Topic: Cool Vintage Scoped 8
- Replies: 2
- Views: 5002
Re: Cool Vintage Scoped 8
boy, that would mess up the take down length
- Tue Mar 19, 2019 5:08 pm
- Forum: ~FN 1900 Rifle~
- Topic: My first 1900 .35
- Replies: 17
- Views: 23899
Re: My first 1900 .35
For the vintage that is one fine example of a FN, Congrats. Wish I could manage find one...
Carl
Carl
- Sat Mar 16, 2019 3:57 pm
- Forum: The Great Model 81 'Woodsmaster'
- Topic: To FBI or not to FBI
- Replies: 4
- Views: 6289
Re: To FBI or not to FBI
My compliments to a neal if he's here on the forum. I think you got a real deal. Let us know if you need help w/ the restore. Wish I couldv'e hung with you longer
- Sat Mar 16, 2019 3:52 pm
- Forum: The Great Model 8
- Topic: A couple to wishlist
- Replies: 3
- Views: 5067
Re: A couple to wishlist
Not less ya win da Lottery
- Fri Mar 15, 2019 8:57 pm
- Forum: The Great Model 81 'Woodsmaster'
- Topic: To FBI or not to FBI
- Replies: 4
- Views: 6289
Re: To FBI or not to FBI
Yup, I was right, can't afford it.
- Fri Mar 15, 2019 8:56 pm
- Forum: The Great Model 8
- Topic: A couple to wishlist
- Replies: 3
- Views: 5067
A couple to wishlist
Found these, curious & curiouser: https://www.gunsinternational.com/guns-for-sale-online/rifles/remington-rifles-custom-shop/remington-model-8-40-d-41-factory-engraved-deluxe-rare-caliber-25-35-remington.cfm?gun_id=101186867 https://www.gunsinternational.com/guns-for-sale-online/rifles/remington...
- Thu Mar 14, 2019 1:50 pm
- Forum: For Sale or Trade
- Topic: WTT Parts and more
- Replies: 30
- Views: 30911
Re: WTT Parts and more
Bump cause my edit didn't show as a new post...
PS I still need some rear barrel sight blanks for my Ladies....
PS I still need some rear barrel sight blanks for my Ladies....
- Thu Mar 14, 2019 9:32 am
- Forum: The Great Model 81 'Woodsmaster'
- Topic: To FBI or not to FBI
- Replies: 4
- Views: 6289
Re: To FBI or not to FBI
Guess who has a sight(s) :?: :D Of course I would need some correct #5 screws :oops: to mount it. I wonder if any of our members has a spare front sight for such a restoration project? 8-) If not I have a tall Williams sight that would serve, just not be original. :roll: I also have the takedown lev...
- Wed Mar 13, 2019 10:53 pm
- Forum: The Great Model 81 'Woodsmaster'
- Topic: To FBI or not to FBI
- Replies: 4
- Views: 6289
To FBI or not to FBI
Is it or one that is a 1950 repair? I see 41AT screw holes, but no Partridge front sight. Yeah the left side stamp is similar.
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/802017278
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/802017278
- Wed Mar 13, 2019 8:06 pm
- Forum: Q & A about the 8/81
- Topic: What type of rear sight?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 3435
Re: What type of rear sight?
Find ?? No.
Marbles folding aftermarket sight for the Model 8, hang on to the screws they are hard to find & pay for too.
Marbles folding aftermarket sight for the Model 8, hang on to the screws they are hard to find & pay for too.
- Wed Mar 13, 2019 8:03 pm
- Forum: History of the 8 /81
- Topic: Henwood book
- Replies: 1
- Views: 5130
Re: Henwood book
Respects, Have a safe tour & a great (model 8) read . If you like the book I've another on a "Browning" Diamond you will love.
- Mon Mar 11, 2019 9:39 pm
- Forum: Wanted to buy
- Topic: Screws/Springs Wanted
- Replies: 2
- Views: 3824
Re: Screws/Springs Wanted
These'll get you started: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Remington-81-trigger-474lot/173128314599?hash=item284f406ee7:g:ivkAAOSwZ5hab2Q2 https://www.ebay.com/itm/Remington-81-parts-300-savage-474lot/173128269584?hash=item284f3fbf10:g:SOsAAOSwATtab14m https://www.ebay.com/itm/Remington-Model-8-bolt-return-...
- Mon Mar 11, 2019 8:59 pm
- Forum: ~FN 1900 Rifle~
- Topic: Front sight specs, help me please...
- Replies: 9
- Views: 11443
Re: Front sight specs, help me please...
Oh Yeah, theats what I'm talkin' bout
- Thu Mar 07, 2019 11:34 pm
- Forum: Pics of your 8/81's
- Topic: Ahlberg Collection ** Picture Heavy!
- Replies: 39
- Views: 38960
Re: Ahlberg Collection ** Picture Heavy!
To solve the cookie mystery; its an old fashioned anti rust sponge. It probably has a desiccant & an O2 absorber originally. Now it's kinda crumbly. I leave in place cause it may have been placed during the repair. Not likely, just maybe.
- Thu Mar 07, 2019 12:15 pm
- Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
- Topic: magazine teardown
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2282
- Thu Mar 07, 2019 12:14 am
- Forum: Pics of your 8/81's
- Topic: Ahlberg Collection ** Picture Heavy!
- Replies: 39
- Views: 38960
Re: Ahlberg Collection ** Picture Heavy!
Jack, Please excuse a small side trip from all the beauties. Just had a thought, could my Tattooed Lady have been the model for the FBI series? :?: :?: Same receiver sight, same sling swivel, no barrel sight, just in a harder hitting caliber. http://thegreatmodel8.remingtonsociety.com/forums/viewtop...
- Thu Feb 28, 2019 6:08 pm
- Forum: Troubleshooting / Maintenance
- Topic: Ejection (Stove Piping) with 81 300 Savage
- Replies: 10
- Views: 9179
Re: Ejection (Stove Piping) with 81 300 Savage
RMan, a quick note; keep an eye :shock: on the bolt rotation. When you push back it can turn out of line w/ the bbl block. If so, no sweat, ;) pull bolt back @ half way, (releases the bolt lock) then push it back vertical with a dowel or such. Many of these rifles have sold "busted" becaus...
- Wed Feb 27, 2019 12:01 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: Another restoration completed
- Replies: 10
- Views: 9328
Re: Another restoration completed
Thanks Sage Sarge, good detail. The small stuff sounds easier than I thought. Still I've several pieces longer needing finish for a restore as you have done. No $$ for tanks & heater. By the way, what type of pot you use? heard stainless is not a great idea.... :?: Just an idea, if you ever desi...
- Tue Feb 26, 2019 12:25 am
- Forum: Pics of your 8/81's
- Topic: New to me model 8’s
- Replies: 2
- Views: 4579
Re: New to me model 8’s
Welcome, Nice Ladies. I like the top toe buttplates too.
- Mon Feb 25, 2019 5:47 pm
- Forum: The Great Model 8
- Topic: Krieger conversion
- Replies: 4
- Views: 5892
Re: Krieger conversion
Yeah my Left rear pocket keeps coming up empty
- Mon Feb 25, 2019 5:45 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Another restoration completed
- Replies: 10
- Views: 9328
Re: Another restoration completed
Great work. Sarge.
Curious, what do you use for metal finish? I need GOOD one, & can't afford tanks burners, salt etc. for my small jobs...
Curious, what do you use for metal finish? I need GOOD one, & can't afford tanks burners, salt etc. for my small jobs...
- Mon Feb 25, 2019 5:41 pm
- Forum: Q & A about the 8/81
- Topic: Really Odd Buttplate
- Replies: 3
- Views: 4274
Re: Really Odd Buttplate
Eric,
Got one on rifle, not available. You are right I've seen 2 on auction, unrealistic prices. Wish we knew the origin of these, I know I saw pictures elsewhere
I beleive a couple of our members have these, doubt any are spares....
Got one on rifle, not available. You are right I've seen 2 on auction, unrealistic prices. Wish we knew the origin of these, I know I saw pictures elsewhere
I beleive a couple of our members have these, doubt any are spares....
- Fri Feb 22, 2019 7:23 pm
- Forum: For Sale or Trade
- Topic: More Drool & Jackitis
- Replies: 2
- Views: 3894
Re: More Drool & Jackitis
Sarge you should see the M11 in my brother's rack. Even prettier, love shooting w/ the 2 ivory beads on the vent rib, just doesn't have all the scroll work. Still she's prettier.
Try Pepcid AC for the heart burn works for me
Try Pepcid AC for the heart burn works for me
- Wed Feb 20, 2019 11:29 pm
- Forum: For Sale or Trade
- Topic: More Drool & Jackitis
- Replies: 2
- Views: 3894
More Drool & Jackitis
Just thought I'd give members a heads Up. There are some pretty Ladies selling on GI: https://www.gunsinternational.com/guns-for-sale-online/rifles/remington-rifles-semi-auto/remington-model-8-d-grade-in-300-savage.cfm?gun_id=101139552 https://www.gunsinternational.com/guns-for-sale-online/shotguns/...
- Wed Feb 20, 2019 10:55 pm
- Forum: ~FN 1900 Rifle~
- Topic: Front sight specs, help me please...
- Replies: 9
- Views: 11443
Re: Front sight specs, help me please...
Uhh-huh Uhh-huh, lets Do it right here
(Sorry I get carried away)
(Sorry I get carried away)