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Old July 13, 2010, 08:12 AM   #26
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Tough question. Probably my M39 Sky as it has a very smooth 2 stage trigger and is more accurate than I am.
The rifle also looks like it has been in heavy action through WW2.
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Old July 13, 2010, 11:03 AM   #27
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My favorite C&R is usually the last one I bought, which currently makes it my LE 1943 No4 Mk1.
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Old July 13, 2010, 04:45 PM   #28
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In the handgun department it sure is my Smith Wesson Mod 3 Russian made by Ludwig Loewe. My wife had to move over a bit to make room for it in the bed.

Rifle.. Springfield trapdoor. Fun all the way.... And you have to use BP to reach the top fun factor!!
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Old July 13, 2010, 08:37 PM   #29
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Mr Ks Stargaser

What is a M-39 Sky?
Is it like the Sako M-39?
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Old July 18, 2010, 02:19 AM   #30
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I'll admit I'm a sucker for the M-1 Carbine. I don't hunt anymore, so I don't need a more powerful rifle. That doesn't mean I don't own more powerful rifles, I just don't really need them. But the M-1 Carbine holds a place in my heart, I guess maybe because Inland who made the most of them was based right here where I live. I'm trying to bring as many of these old vets back home to enjoy their retirement as I can.
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Old July 18, 2010, 08:26 AM   #31
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MR Stickhauler,

I do like the M1 Carbine, I have had the priveledge of firing a couple of them that belong to a friend of mine.
They just have a rugged adventurous look about them.
That is a very nice favorite.
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Old July 18, 2010, 10:54 AM   #32
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Stevens Model 44 25-20 Single Shot Falling Block Rifle made in 1890. Was shooting it 2 weeks ago with one of my sisters, nephew, nieces husband, and 2 of my brothers. All hit their mark except my sister who can't hit anything beyond 10' without optics on it. Still shoots a nice tight group at 30 yards but ye gods, the price of that ammo. $2.49 every time somebody pulls the trigger and I'm the one footing the bill.
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Old July 23, 2010, 12:31 AM   #33
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The M1 garand or the carbine. Then again, I love the 1903a3...
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Old July 25, 2010, 06:10 AM   #34
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Choosing only among C&R guns that I personally own, I choose my Ortgies pistol in .32 Auto.

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Old July 25, 2010, 01:05 PM   #35
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Definitely my Long Branch No.4 Mk.1 or my No.5 Mk.1 Jungle Carbine. Both made in 1945. Both are extremely accurate too.
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Old July 27, 2010, 04:22 PM   #36
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To TX Hunter: With regards to Finnish Mosin-Nagants, some were issued to Civil Guard units. An abbreviation for the Civil Guard is SkY. So his M39 was issued to the Civil Guard (making it somewhat rare) and is boldly marked on the barrel shank as such. Some will also have a civil guard crest stamped on the stock as well.

Determining my most favoritist C&R gun is tough so I'll just pick one because it is so purty.

FN M1900 with factory nickel finish. While so many pistols have after-market nickel finishes, this one is fairly easily identifiable as original due to FN's insistence on not adding nickel plate to moving parts like the safety and trigger.
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Old July 27, 2010, 06:06 PM   #37
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Well I only have 2 now to choose from so I guess it would be the 1945 Springfield Garand but the 1943 Walther P-38 is pretty close.
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Old July 28, 2010, 07:05 PM   #38
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Mr Darwins

Thanks so much for the information on the M-39 SKY I will have to look at the markings on mine.
My M-39 Sako Rifle looks like it has been through alot of action, but looks can be decieving.
My Son however has a 91 30 thats tripple dated, and MO Marked.
I looked at your picture, and I can understand why you like it.
Its a great looking pistol. Thanks for replying to my thread.
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Old July 29, 2010, 11:41 AM   #39
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Well it depends on the day of the week. Today it's a #1 MkIII because it shoots, Monday it would be the 6.5 41b Swede.

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Old July 29, 2010, 03:59 PM   #40
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Or these ar OK

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Old August 7, 2010, 07:05 PM   #41
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My Finn Mosin Nagant M39, followed closely by my German K98.
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Old August 8, 2010, 02:40 AM   #42
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The 'new' Garand. Got the phone message today from a friend, who returned from his match at Camp Perry. A few pictures are on the 'Garand' forum at "Gunandgame", because my son knows how to post photos.

The Lee-Enfield "Jungle Carbines" are still tied for #1 on my list, due to their aperture sights, light weight/handiness, and power.
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Old August 8, 2010, 10:37 AM   #43
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I forgot to post a pic of my Ortgies in my first reply, but here it is:
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Old August 11, 2010, 07:58 PM   #44
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Thats an interesting looking pistol you have there,please tell me about it Whats it chambered for? Was it a Military, or Police weapon?
It looks like it would be a good concealed carry gun.
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Old August 11, 2010, 08:04 PM   #45
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Colt Police Positive, just because it's the last one I bought (that may change tomorrow.) It's also my first Colt.
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Old August 11, 2010, 08:48 PM   #46
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My CZ82 It can hit a golf ball out as far as i can see them. Kind of like them mausers to.
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Old August 12, 2010, 03:16 PM   #47
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I also like this matching set from '41 a lot

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Old August 12, 2010, 03:47 PM   #48
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Old August 12, 2010, 07:05 PM   #49
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Which ever one I am taking shooting on a particular day is my favorite. The last couple of trips it has been a S&W 1905 M&P 4th change that dates from about 1930.
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Old August 12, 2010, 07:52 PM   #50
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my 1903 Springfield made by remington in 3-44 is my favorite, but i really like my hungarian M-44 and 91/59 alot too. the 03 is the fav though.
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