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Howdy, Here is a question for you guys. How does someone create a 22-250 barrel out of a 300 savage barrel? One of the rifles that I recently purchased is a Model 81 with a .300 savage stamped barrel. However, it is chambered for a 22-250 and has been confirmed by my gunsmith. I can not see any evid...

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Mitch,

I should be so lucky to order pizza. What I have been getting is a lot of hot tongue and cold sholder.

Jack

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Hey Mitch, Funny you should ask for a video. I am working on a project at the present time to have a video made of the 4 rifles that I have which have the POE magazines. I have been talking with Cam on what would be an ideal video. There is a young man in my area that does professional videography f...

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Hey Guys, I have finally joined the ranks of the few that have a Model 81 Police Model. It was the one listed on Gun Broker a few weeks back. It is not perfect, but I am totaly satisfied with the purchase. I have fixed the bolt handle and will be replacing the buggered screw. The magazine isn't numb...

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Hey Fellas, Every once in a while something good happens when it comes to collecting our favorite rifles. I have often thought of how lucky packmule was when he found those rifles and could only imagine his elation when he went to get them and saw them for the first time. Then he shared them with th...

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Mitch,

The Gallery is on the home page. It is in the fist section. Instead of logging on, go directly to the table of contents and you will find it listed. I'm sure you have just overlooked it, because I have seen your comments about other articles in the table of contents.

Jack

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Hey 81police,

You have done an excellent job on this posting. The pictures are fantastic and the detail is extraordinay. It would sure be nice to get your hands on one of these rifles.

I hope you can get some additional information from the readers.

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Hey 45guy, I have been following the dialogue with you and Mitch. Very interesting seris of events you have been experiencing. I would like to discuss the refinishing with you. If you would email me at jack1653@att.net, I can share some of the things that I have been considering. Regards, jack1653

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I have no idea unless there was a split or piece missing and someone squared it off. I have seen it on a couple other rifles and wondered why it was notched. Maybe someone else can enlighten us.

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Hey rem81auto, I don't know why guys notch their rifles, especially one of this quality. I don't know the history of this rifle or the .32. The brass plate has a name and 1911 engraved on it. Even with the notches I think it is beautiful rifle and am glad to have it. I have a 1851 Naval .36 Colt tha...

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Hey Fellas, I stumbled on two Deluxe Model 8's and yes the "3" is stamped in the forearm on both rifles. One of the rifles is a .32 and all the numbers match. The other one is a 1911 .300 Savage. Yeah, I know they didn't make a .300 Savage in 1911. Again all the numbers match and I am tryi...

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Hey Aggie94,

Welcome to the group. Glad to have a new guy with new viewpoints. I look forward to seeing some pictures.

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To The Readers; I want to thank Cam for his assistance in getting this lengthy article posted for me. Cam and I will be posting some pictures during the upcoming weeks. Regards, Jack Hey guys,I just realized that the links for the pictures had expired and there was nothing to see. I will make an att...

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Hey canuk, You have some pretty impressive FN's. Thanks a lot for sharing the pictures. I have one FN and will try and get you some pictures. If you would send me your email address to jack1653@att.net, I'll send the pictures to you. I have not had any luck with direct posting pictures. My FN is mis...

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Hey Jeff, Welcome aboard. It is good to get new members who have found out about these great rifles. It would be my guess that the original owner of this rifle may have sent it back to the factory for a barrel change. If you check the codes on the barrel, this may help to tell you when the factory c...

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Hey remcrazy, I am sorry to hear about your problem with this company. They had been recommended to me from a man who had used them through the years and was very satisfied with their work and quality of walnut. So, when I need a special stock I contacted them and reviewed with Ed what I wanted. I h...

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Hey Matt,

Welcome to the Forum. I had to google E Champus Vitus to see what it was. Interesting! WE hope you enjoy the site and maybe you can add some history perspective of the Remingtons.

Jack

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Hey JJ, Welcome aboard. I am sorry I had to cut our phone conversation short yesterday. My buddy and I were having a good time catching some nice bream when you called. He was wanting to move to another spot and it was kind of hard to talk, fish and move the boat all with one hand. We ended up with ...

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Hey flanman, Welcome to the world of the tight barrel nuts! Try this approach that usaully will work, but it may take a day or two. Get some good penetrating oil and pour enough of it into a small container that will cover the barrel nut when the rifle is standing on the barrel end. Usually a couple...

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Howdy Y'All, This is probably the strangest Want To Buy that has been posted. I am getting sentimental with some of my acquistions and I am looking for any caliber Remington Model 81 manufactured in 1943. This was the year I was born and I think it would be great if I had a rifle that was made the y...

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Howdy and welcome to the forum. You can find several variations of operational manuals on Gun Broker. All are reproductions and are reasonably priced. E-bay also has manuals that are fairly priced. Check some of the other topics on this web site. A download for the manual was recently posted, but I ...

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Hey Chuck, Welcome aboard. I would sure like to see some pictures of your Model 8 D Grade. Does it have the straight stock or the old style pistol grip? If you give up on trying to find something for the extra barrel, please let me know. I have been looking for a 25-35 since last October when I made...

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The pictures help. My guess, and it is strictly a guess, is that the two holes in the jacket were for another type of rear sight. They can be plugged with some studs and this is often done. The four holes in the receiver were for a peep sight and they can be purchased fairly easily. Again, I am not ...

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I would guess that the holes were drilled after market. I have never seen a scope mount that far up on the barrel jacket. Take a picture showing the holes from the top. 81police can give some good information on period correct scopes. Are there any holes on the left side of the receiver where a moun...

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Welcome aboard. You didn't say what caliber your rifle is chambered. If it is a .35, you can still buy ammunition. If it is a .25, .30 or .32, you are going to have difficulty in finding ammunition. It is available, but quite expensive. You will find that much of the ammunition has been made by resi...

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Hey Brian, Welcome aboard!! This is a great site with some great guys who are very knowledgeable about these rifles. Congratulations on your gift from your Grandfather. I bet he had some great stories about the rifle. Thanks for shring the picture. Ask your questions and be prepared for some straigh...

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Hey Fellas, I have an original "Instructions For Operation and Care" for a Model 81. It has a handwritten serial number written on the top of the instructions. While I would like to keep this original document, I will make it available to the current owner of the rifle. If you own a Reming...

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Hey Rem.....

What a beautiful rifle!! Everybody deserves a find like this one. Congratulations I'd say you got a real bargain at $900. How many does that make you now?

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Nice looking rifle. You certainly didn't get hurt with this purchase. The wood looks really nice and you will be glad that you have the recoil pad. The scope is offset because the Remington has a top ejection and a regular mounted scope would interfere with the empty brass. Another nice feature abou...

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Hey Gramps35, Thanks for the information. Back in the 60's I used a refinishing oil called Birchwood Oil and was wondering if it was similar since it has the name Birchwood. I recall some beautiful outcomes and the old guns still look great. I also recall how sometimes after several coats of the oil...

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Hey Gramps,

Can you tell me more about the "True Oil" you referenced in your post?

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I would like to see some pictures of that bad puppy! I am always interested in seeing the hybrids and this sounds likd a good one.

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Hi walleyealx, Welcome aboard. Always good to welcome new members. The 300 Savage is a good rifle. Prices are all over the place depending on age, condition, altered, recoil pad, peep sights, iron sights, scopes. The price you stated seems very reasonable and maybe a little low. You can check GunBro...

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Hey Cam,

This is an excellent article!!!! I am glad to see the information about the history of the Krieger. It is very informative and it will be helpful to the membershihp. I am glad to see Pete listed as a contact person.

Jack

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Ikeda,

Did you ever get an answer to your question about picture posting? If you still need help, I might be able to help. Email me at jack1653@att.net if you need assistance.

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Hey Bigsky.... I am pretty sure you got after market stripper clips. The originals are brass and there is no alteration necessary. If you can send a PM to 2verpsters, he can answer your question about filing the clip. I have bought one or two clips that were after market and mine worked fine. I thin...

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Hey,

Check the topic "charger clips" in the Great Model 81 Woodsmater section. There is a couple of suggestions there.

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Hey Wes, What a beautiful rifle. It is always refreshing to see pictures of a real work of art. There are several members who can give information about your rifle. If you can get John Henwood's book, you can learn quite a bit about the engraved models. The person who is probably the best source on ...

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Hey Mitch, Thanks for the tip on the wood re-finishing. I have one rifle that I think I will try this suggestion. I have always been a fan of the Birchwood Oil process but it can be tricky and it tends to be more high gloss. I have also seen a posting somewhere that said the Arthur Fornby wood refin...

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Dear Site Administrators: I would like to suggest that WE review the criteria for membership to the Forum. It seems to me that there are more attempts to "spam" the site than we use to experience. I personally find it frustrating to come to the forum and see all icons lit up with "New...

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Thanks for the information. I knew I had seen the slow-rust bluing tip somewhere. I had contacted the oldwest gunsmith and when I saw their fee's I backed away. They seemed very expensive. When someone gives you options on what you want done, it concerns me because you might not choose the corrrect ...

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Hey Guys, I have several questions about the restoration process. I am sure many of us have rifles that are in pretty good condition and we would not do anything to them that would negatively affect the value of our precious weapons. But, I happen to have a couple that certainly could use a touch up...

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Hey Floyd, Way to go Buddy!! These computers are a curse and a blessing. Your pictures look good and I like looking at the rifles. I think you will find Picasa a lot easier to use than some of the other uploading software. I just like the way Picasa allows you to manage all of you pictures in one ce...

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Hey Guys, I am on the hunt for equipment once again. I am looking for a Police Officer Equipment 15 shot detachable magazine in the .30 caliber. If you have a spare and would like to sell it, contact me at jack1653@att.net. If you have one and would be interested in trading for a .35 I am interested...

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Hello Fatjack, Welcome to the forum. I think you are right about the recoil pad not being a standard issue. As far as value, you can check on GunBroker.com to get some comparative prices. Altered rifles don't tend to bring as much as unaltered but every once in a while, a real good one comes along a...

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Hi Mike, Welcome aboard. It is a great site with some fellas who know all about these rifles. Jump right in with questions and pictures of the rifle. We like new items to view. You can count on good honest feedback and we aren't bashful about telling it like it is. Hope you enjoy the site and the su...

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Thanks, Mitch,

I always like getting additional information. It helps with the understanding of these rifles.

Thanks,

Jack

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Thanks Floyd,

I have already been there and they didn't have any. Said to check back in 60 days that they may have one. I appreciate the tip an will follow up in the time thay indicated.

Jack

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Hi Ricky, Welcome to the forum. It is good to have another good ole southern boy join me. I am from Gerogia and where do you come from? You have found a great site and a good bunch of men who like the 8's and 81's. The 35 is a good gun and you can still find ammunition at reasonable prices. If you h...

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Hey Pack, It is good to hear from you. You dropped out right after I joined. Talk about paranoia. One of the reasons I joined up was the result of seeing your postings and knowledge about these tremendous rifles on some of the other forums. When I finally found this site, there was the posting that ...

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