Comrad
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Those leather "rugs" aren't rugs they are well tailored tuxedos.
I see I'm not the only one that tucks a few bucks in with the gun.
I see I'm not the only one that tucks a few bucks in with the gun.
No Subtitute For A Good Gun Rug
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Targets Guy
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Love my Brownells gun rug
I don't even remember which gun this rug came with. Maybe my old Ruger Blackhawk .357 that I sold to my roommate some 20 years ago.
No markings of any kind. Big enough (just barely) to fit my 1860 Army clone.
No markings of any kind. Big enough (just barely) to fit my 1860 Army clone.
rburg
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I'm guessing that it was GF who posted above who uttered the words "oh my gawd" at the big show in Louisville. It was when the parade kind of went past him heading for David Carroll's tables. We had a private showing of one of my guns, traveling in my H H Heiser rug. Gun shows have odd things happening. If you go and watch the characters, you'll see a group moving as a unit in one direction. Its a pretty good bet that either one of them has bird dogged a gun, or that something is coming out for an occasional showing. Its one of the undercurrents in larger gun shows.
Folks pay outrageous money to park and then come in as spectators. Then the dumber ones leave after a couple of hours, never seeing the very best guns and items that only come out every few years. Keep your eyes open and make friends. Sometimes you'll get to see good stuff.
Folks pay outrageous money to park and then come in as spectators. Then the dumber ones leave after a couple of hours, never seeing the very best guns and items that only come out every few years. Keep your eyes open and make friends. Sometimes you'll get to see good stuff.
wcoyne
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I have been searching online for gun rugs all day and nothing compares to what you all have posted. I haven't seen any worth ordering yet
I like this one for its sheer simplicity. A single piece of shearling with a Talon zipper.
Regards,
Bruce
Regards,
Bruce
First one I ever saw with a grip. No idea who made it, but he was serious about his craft.
Regards,
Bruce
Regards,
Bruce
bamabiker
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Something A Little Different
As usual, y'all's collection inspire me to try different things. After looking at those beautiful gun rugs and not quite ready to try sewing in a zipper, I tried to make a different kind of rug.
I lined it with some of Tandy's synthetic wool fleece that is non-absorbent.
Holding my M25-2.
And one of the S&W.
As usual, y'all's collection inspire me to try different things. After looking at those beautiful gun rugs and not quite ready to try sewing in a zipper, I tried to make a different kind of rug.
I lined it with some of Tandy's synthetic wool fleece that is non-absorbent.
Holding my M25-2.
And one of the S&W.
Beautiful ! And very secure. Thank you for sharing that. I really like that the strap is tooled, as well.
Regards,
Bruce
Regards,
Bruce
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Soft case with a lock....I like it. Maybe enough of a deterrent to keep the kiddies out of it should they find it.
Something else to look for. I've picked up a couple leather cases along the way, but never gave them a second thought.
Something else to look for. I've picked up a couple leather cases along the way, but never gave them a second thought.
bluelund79
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As usual, y'all's collection inspire me to try different things. After looking at those beautiful gun rugs and not quite ready to try sewing in a zipper, I tried to make a different kind of rug.
I lined it with some of Tandy's synthetic wool fleece that is non-absorbent.
Holding my M25-2.
And one of the S&W.
Absolutely stunning work! Every detail is perfect, and the carving is amazing. It's a very unique idea, thanks for sharing.
bamabiker
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Let's bring this thread back with another different one. And thanks for the kind words.
A J frame snubby fits easier but I did get my M19 snubby in there.
A J frame snubby fits easier but I did get my M19 snubby in there.
Mike in Reedley
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Anyone ever had a problem with guns sweating and rusting when stored in soft cases? In the early 80's I had a Sako rifle that after wiping it off with a silicone cloth, I stored in an inexpensive soft gun case with wool like lining. When I checked it a couple months later I found surface rust on it.
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DocB
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Most of the linings are synthetic and don't hold moisture. I'm guessing that the pre-war rugs may also be pre-synthetic, and could be a problem in a damp environment.
rburg
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I'm more concerned with the grit and combustion by products (not like gasoline fumes) that seem to be attracted to the linings. Its why I've always wrapped an old rag around my fired guns before sticking them in any rug or case. But on that subject, has anyone tried cleaning the shearling liner with one of the dry cleaning or spot removal products? Some even spray on and then dry, holding the oil and dirt so they can be brushed off.
Its also one of my concerns with rifle and shotgun cases. I have no idea how they were treated before I bought them and I know of some mishandling since. Can't very well send them out to a dry cleaner or laundromat.
Long ago I read an article about how sportsmen are treated by LEO and others. The gist of it was if you had and used quality products, others would see it and understand. My gunshow friend Joe dresses up to impress others. I can't be impressed, but it does seem to work for him. At yesterdays gun show, a young guy was walking along with a couple of his buddies. I was impressed because he was carrying a Browning Shotgun case. A hundred other yokels came by, too. But they had the standard gun cases, made from synthetic whatever. That one guy stood out. And if you encounter an LEO when he's on duty, and you need to let him see your carry gun, he generally will be more pleasant if you're poite and then he see's a major brand holster. Thugs don't bother with genuine leather holster, they spend the money on drugs or beer.
Sorry, just some thoughts.
Its also one of my concerns with rifle and shotgun cases. I have no idea how they were treated before I bought them and I know of some mishandling since. Can't very well send them out to a dry cleaner or laundromat.
Long ago I read an article about how sportsmen are treated by LEO and others. The gist of it was if you had and used quality products, others would see it and understand. My gunshow friend Joe dresses up to impress others. I can't be impressed, but it does seem to work for him. At yesterdays gun show, a young guy was walking along with a couple of his buddies. I was impressed because he was carrying a Browning Shotgun case. A hundred other yokels came by, too. But they had the standard gun cases, made from synthetic whatever. That one guy stood out. And if you encounter an LEO when he's on duty, and you need to let him see your carry gun, he generally will be more pleasant if you're poite and then he see's a major brand holster. Thugs don't bother with genuine leather holster, they spend the money on drugs or beer.
Sorry, just some thoughts.
While I super really love and appreciate the older rugs, I don't yet have any. I do however have a handful of current production models that I admire on a regular basis. My favorite is a Duluth Pack bison rug that wraps my 14-3.
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Very nice.
Regards,
Bruce
Regards,
Bruce
rburg
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Can we talk for a minute about that ratty old K22 Outdoorsmans gun, the one with the HBH?
Can I guess the serial number as up about 674,000? Its a good one. Why the aftermarket grips?
675303. Those aftermarket stocks came on it and are the nicest feeling targets I ever wrapped my paws around. Wish I knew their origin.Can we talk for a minute about that ratty old K22 Outdoorsmans gun, the one with the HBH?
Regards,
Bruce
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