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TNrifleman

Nice photo. Those tools, including Henwood's book, could serve a man well. The knife looks like a great piece.

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Walleyeaxl, It looks like you got yourself a fine old Remington for a good price. I love the Model 81 and the 300 Savage is an excellent cartridge. My 81 is a 300 and it shoots quite well. The recoil isn't bad at all, really! At least it doesn't bother me. Thanks for posting the photos of your new r...

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Swamprat,

Welcome to the forum. I really like your choice for your first Model 81 and it looks like you have a nice rifle. The 300 Savage is an excellent hunting cartridge. My 81 is also a 300 and it shoots quite well. Good luck with yours.

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Madtrapper,

Welcome to the forum. I'm curious, are Model 8/81 rifles fairly common in your area? In southeast Tennessee, most guys have never seen one, much less owned/shot one.

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Robopump,

Welcome to the forum. It sounds like you have a nice collection of vintage Remington rifles. Henwood's book certainly is THE one to have for those of us who have been bitten by the 8/81 bug.

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Chad,

Welcome to the forum. Your Model 8 is quite a find. The engraving is beautiful. I keep hoping to find one like that, but it hasn't happened yet. I do love my plain vanilla Model 81 though.

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Richard, I'll second your amen.

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Way to go Kenny! Nice bear. Pack, I totally agree with you about hunting with hounds, nothing like it! I really enjoy quail hunting with my youngest son and his German Shorthair. Watching his dog work is something special. I've been seriously considering getting a Plott hound pup. Plotts are incredi...

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Very interesting story. Congrats on your new position. Retirement should be a grand adventure.

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Only one Model 81. Sadly... But I do love that one!

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Richard,

It is sure tough to loose a good dog. I'm sorry to read that you lost Lucky. Through the years, I've lost several. Tough, real tough.

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Outinthesticks,

Welcome to the forum. I'm glad you found THE place on the 'net dedicated to these fine old rifles, er, "springpoles."

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Crazy Eights, First, welcome to the forum. Your Model 8 is really a nice looking original condition rifle. So many times these old classics have been "bubbasized" and have been ruined by well-meaning, but inept or ill-advised alterations. I share your fondness for Pre '64 Model 12 shotguns...

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100 members is an accomplishment. Thanks for your hard work and dedication Richard.

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Welcome aboard. I'm also a retired LEO. Like you, I also am a fan of the grand old 35 Remington cartridge. I have a Model 141 chambered for the 35 Remington and it is a favorite woods rifle. I'm still looking for an 8/81 in 35, but haven't made a deal yet. A few years ago I came to appreciate the 30...

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Welcome to the forum. I'm a fan of the grand old 35 Remington cartridge. Your Model 8 rifle is great looking and coupled with the family history, is a real treasure.

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I plan to see a movie with my wife and get a really good meal at a restaurant. I'm thankful for this country and all those who have struggled to make it a reality.

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ccic,

Welcome to the forum. Like you, I'm a fan of vintage Remington rifles and the pump guns are particular favorites. I have a 121 in 22LR and a 141 in 35 Remington that are great hunting rifles. I think you are going to find the autos equally interesting.

TNrifleman

Resistance is futile. Enjoy the ride!

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ChopperDoc,

Welcome to the forum. Like the rest of us, you will likely find these grand old rifles do get in your blood. Getting Henwood's book was an excellent move. There is a wealth of information there. I bought the first Model 81 that I ever handled.

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As a combat rifle, the Garand excels. The Model 8/81 is a better sporting/hunting rifle in my opinion.

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http://lewrockwell.com/shirtz/shirtz15.html An excerpt: From his humble roots as country boy raised in the Utah desert, Browning's ongoing dealings with Fabrique Nationale would find him a second home in Belgium. In his typical do-it-yourself philosophy, Browning taught himself French so he would no...

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35rem, Nice whitetail deer! One of my favorite rifles is a Model 141 in 35 Remington. The rifle points like a fine bird gun and hits like a ton of bricks. Pack, A friend of mine only had one rifle, a Mosin Nagant. He loved that old rifle and took deer with it too. At that time, the only hunting ammo...

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T.R. was indeed "The Man." Great vintage photos Pack.

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Never rode a yak... that is a yak, isn't it? Cool vintage photo. I wonder where it was actually taken? That isn't you is it Pack?

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Very nice photos of a successful hunt. Texas sure has some funny looking horned critters (just kidding

) I'm really getting the itch to take the 81 after a hog. There are a few places an easy drive from my home that has great hog hunting.

TNrifleman

Sometimes, half the fun of this can be hunting stuff you need; ammo, sights, spare parts, etc. Just keep digging!

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That sounds like a good idea. I use Google frequently.

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Big Al,

You did a very nice job on your Model 8. How does the old girl shoot?

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Shoez, Ammunition for these rifles can be an interesting pursuit in it's own right. I like to nose around in out of the way gunshops, hardware stores, etc. looking to ammo. Like you, I am a handloader, so I buy cases too. Lately, the prices and availability of components have been just crazy in my a...

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Gramps35,

Welcome to this "sister" forum. I'm glad you came over here too. Lots of us vintage Remington "loonies" here and lots of great information.

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shoez,

Welcome to the forum. There's just something about those vintage Remington rifles that keeps calling us back.

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Interesting! Thanks for the info and link.

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buford1769,

I think your old girl is purty!

She ought to make you a great hunting rifle. The 35 Remington cartridge is an excellent choice.

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Gary,

Welcome to the forum. It sure sounds like you have some great old firearms. I love the old Swiss rifles. I have a K-31 that is a wonderful rifle. If the Remington Model 8/81 bug has bitten you, then there's no hope for ya!

TNrifleman

It is an excellent website and I highly recommend it to any vintage rifle enthusiasts. Currently, there are over 100 members.

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After 14 days I'll bet you will be glad to have her home. I'm thrilled that her trip was a success and that many came to know Christ through their efforts. That is great news.

TNrifleman

TNyoteboy wrote:Anywhere you can find a used one that doesn't cost an arm and a leg?

I assume you are referring to the Henwood book. Try Amazon.com. They have the book and also have ties to many smaller book sellers that may have a good used copy. You might also try ABE books.

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snaps, Welcome to the forum. I am also a fan of the Model 81 in 300 Savage. I ran across one in a local gun shop a few years ago and just had to have it. I also got a real deal on 7 boxes of factory Remington 150 grain ammo which shoots great in my 81. Since I'm a handloader, I bought a set of RCBS ...

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TNyoteboy,

Where are you located there in the great state of Tennessee? I'm just N/W of Chattanooga.

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Packmule wrote:Whats the saying?? Once you go vintage Remington you never go back........

Yup, REAL guns are made from blued steel and walnut!

Most of them also have "Remington Arms Co." written on them.

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Red Ike,

Welcome to the forum. Yup, there is a growing number of us Model 8/81 addicts here. Resistance is futile, so enjoy the company.

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Chuck, Welcome to the forum. Like you, I'll admit to being a real fan of all things Remington, especially older rifles and shotguns. :D It sounds like you have some very interesting Model 8 and 81 rifles. That D Grade 8 ought to be a sweet rifle and the Police model 81 is a "holy grail" gu...

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Beautiful children!

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Excellent news, Pack! Thanks for setting this forum up. It is very well done.

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I'm glad to read your wife is going on the missions trip to Africa. It should be quite an experience. My prayer is that she will have a safe and blessed trip and that Jesus will be glorified. The Gospel is indeed "good news" to all mankind.

TNrifleman

Model 81 rifles in 300 Savage? Welcome to the forum, you're a man after my own heart! I have one too and I love to shoot that old girl. Mine was made in 1948. I'd enjoy seeing photos of your "girls."

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Supersporter,

Your stories and photos have been just wonderful I have really enjoyed reading them. Thanks for contributing.

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I have often listened to Paul Harvey on the radio. He had a real tallent for telling a story with his voice inflections and pregnant pauses. His stories were interesting and often inspiring. He will be missed.

TNrifleman

Wow, that is quite a collection of Remingtons. Ya done good, real good, brother!

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