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Joined: 01 Apr 2007 Posts: 9 Location: Louisiana USA

Just wanted to say howdy. I've been lurking for a couple of weeks, and enjoying the conversations. There's nothing of note that I joined on April Fool's Day, I think.

I mentioned 16ga.com on the radio a couple of weeks ago, and I'll continue to refer to it as a good source of info on the guns, ammo, lore and history of the 16.

When I was growing up, my best friend, David Tarver, carried a Browning Sweet Sixteen, while I had my mother's 20-gauge Model 12, complete with Polychoke. Mom had cut the stock down to about 12 inches LOP, so it was just right for a 10-year old! Still have that gun.

I recently started shooting a couple of 16-gauge doubles, and needed to catch up with what's happening with this gauge.

Thanks for sharing!

(Hi, Larry!)

welcome Tom. I'm a new member myself. The name sounds familiar. Just remember the 16 gauge is the gauge of presidents.

Member Joined: 01 Feb 2006 Posts: 450 Location: Indiana

Welcome aboard Tom. I know you will enjoy this sight and you will find all the imformation you will need right here.

Their is a very good bunch of guys at this sight and plenty of humor. Thats something you got to have if you are a 16'er.

Welcome Tom-If there is something 16 gauge or shotgun I need to know, this is the place where you get answers, honest opinions, the wisdom of many years of experience from a generally good natured honest, humorous bunch. I am honored to be included in the ranks. And heck yeah do a little of that 16 Gauge shmoozing for us when you can, always great to have another supplier of either guns or ammo and I believe numbers is the name of the game, the more potential customers the better the odds of new 16 Gauge Products.

Chet

Member Joined: 08 Nov 2005 Posts: 3438 Location: Illinois

Tom,welcome----we now have a real life celebrity among us Very Happy

Joined: 01 Apr 2007 Posts: 9 Location: Louisiana USA

Welcome aboard Tom. You are in for quite a ride. If you think this site is getting a bit slow or boring, just say something about doubles with barrels that ain't straight, or anything non-positive about Italian shotguns, then duck for cover, cause you will need it. Laughing

Joined: 01 Apr 2007 Posts: 9 Location: Louisiana USA

Well, you know . . .

I was thinking that the SxS is overrated, and not really needed any more.

And, it's long past time for a three-and-a half-inch magnum 16 gauge.

<running and ducking for cover>

Yup, thats one way to start a donny brook for sure. Better mine sweep a pint of stout on your way under the table. Things are about to get right lively. Very Happy

Joined: 06 Mar 2007 Posts: 57 Location: falls village, CT

Welcome Tom,

I'm also new here and new to the 16 guage. Got my first less than 3 weeks ago. Folks here are super friendly, even to those of us without "star power". Didn't know you had a radio show. Just getting back into shooting after a long time gone...but thats not a worthwhile story. Somehow I doubt I can hear your radio show locally. Do any of the stations that carry your program stream it on the net?

Regards....2few

Welcome aboard Tom - - enjoy the ride!

Joined: 01 Apr 2007 Posts: 9 Location: Louisiana USA

2Few . . .

Several stations stream the radio show. You also can hear it on the XM radio system.

Maybe the most convenient for some is to download the MP3 files, either directly or through the iTunes Store (free). Details at www.guntalk.com. Click on the LISTEN link for the info.

On Sunay I broke the news about Senator Charles Schumer signing up for an NRA life membership and getting his concealed carry license.

<grin>

Welcome Tom, got here just a few months back myself, and I've learned more here from this incredible bunch of guys in these 3 months than in the last 10 years ....about reloading for the 16, American doubles, etc, and it's a lot of fun too!

You'll love it....

Duncan Hill

Hey Tom,

Welcome aboard. Tell us about your shotguns. Which one do you grab first when going afield.

Note to Tom... if it's not a 16, lie.