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That's the one.  Of course, there are a couple of others, I think.  Visually, they are "period."  They are authentically styled after scopes in existence then.  I just have a hard time seeing myself using one.

My prayers go out to you.  The latest I heard now is that some of the fires were deliberately set?  I can't even express my thoughts right now.  How awful.

I have seen the reproductions.  I could live with it, but I'm kinda with Paul, there.  Something still just isn't right.  I'll have to forego the long range shooting, unless I try a peep and it works better than I think, or I break down and get new eyes.

I don't use them much because of my astigmatism. I often wonder of an aperture would help. I just love the style of the old guns (high wall, rolling block, etc) and would love to shoot them, but they just don't look right with any kind of optics. (Maybe I can find a reproduction scope from civil war era?)

Well, this has taken an interesting turn.  Down here in Missouri, where the most dangerous thing I'm likely to run into would be those famous sabertooth squirrels, I would not be concerned about using a 223 with some good bullets (Barnes non-varmint, Nosler Partition, Sierra 70 gr Semi-Spitz) for deer.  Now, if I thought I might face an angry brownie, I wouldn't feel overgunned with a 20mm, but that's just me.  (Of course, the recoil would be unmanageable and I couldn't shoot it adequately.)  
 
I think the point here is the same one made before, caliber doesn't make up for poor shot placement and sometimes a lesser caliber that promotes shot placement is a good thing.  Now, for the 7-08, it is not better (or even quite as good) as the 7x57 (handloaded to its full potential, unlike factory ammunition), but it is almost as good and in a slightly shorter (lighter?) action.  Don't sell your 7x57's, but the 7-08 is respectable within its limitations.  
 
6.5?  I haven't seen the 260 produce the same kind of energy one would wish for in those loooooong bullets.  For real efficiency in the 6.5, I'm gonna have to have at least 55mm, and preferably 06 length to get the most out of it.

Man, that's awful.  That's just one more example of a lack of self respect.

As usual, I'm slow on getting on this thread, but want to add my congratulations.  I have been a fan of the BLR for a while and it seems to be a firearm someone either takes to, ---------- or doesn't.  It is unconventional, and even funny looking to some.  Some would call it ugly, but they haven't seen my pet rifle.  :D   I'm not a big fan of the 7 mag, but can't give you a good reason and I know it has a great record for sucess, so it will work fine for you.  I think if you choose to go north to the land of more dangerous game, you will want something bigger, but I suspect you already know that.  So enjoy.

For what it's worth, I believe the 6mm Lee Navy was rimless, although I have not found hard evidence other than references to this rimless cartridge.

Just what kind of single shot action would you be using.  You already have the Stevens Favorite, but it seems you would want something to hold up a little better.  Would you build your own actions, or where would you get one suitable for that use?  The concept of the interchangeable barrel on a standard break action is great, but while my TC shoots great, my NEF has never produced the accuracy I want.  Perhaps i need to shoot it more, but it took far too many shots just to get it on paper at 100 yds.

You guys write 'em. I'll at least read 'em.

Since I read my mail at work, I sometimes have limited time to devote to it, which means that since this thread goes back a ways,  I didn't take the time to read every response.  So, if I'm repeating something someone else has said, my apologies.  
 
We often hear this question.  Usually my first question is, do you mean bore size or cartridge?  We usually assume bore size, but there are other considerations, as well.  Most people would agree that a 243 Win would be better than a 30 carbine, even though the bore of the 30 carbine is bigger.  Many consider the 357 Mag enough for deer, yet dispute the 223, even though the 223 has much more energy at all ranges.  None of this disputes the words of wisdom I have read.  I think the wisest (sp?) words are, no matter what you use, make sure you use it well.  A cannon won't be as good as the 223 if you can't shoot it well.
 
I have also heard people in stores deciding what to get their youngster for their first firearm.  I am surprised at the number of parents who opt for a .410.  I actually couldn't keep my mouth shut when I heard this recently and stuck my nose in their business.  I told them that the .410 is an expert's firearm and suggested a 20 ga, instead.  I told them you can get light loads in 20, you can expect much more success, and incidently fun.  It can then be used for larger and larger game, up to and including deer within range limitations.  The same goes for a rifle.  A 223 is relatively light recoiling, but even the 6mm TCU, 6.5 TCU, 7 TCU are light recoiling and more effective on deer.  Even a 250 Savage is a better choice as long as one learns to shoot it well.  I personally think the 250 has an edge over the 243 with no more or even less recoil.

I shoot a TC Encore.  I don't know if you consider that a handgun, or just a hand cannon, but I would use it out to a reasonable distance (it shoots farther than I can) on deer or larger in a heartbeat.  I just picked up a used Ruger Blackhawk in 357.  With the little shooting I have done, I wouldn't hesitate to use it out to my bow distance (30 yds).  On paper, the energy levels look anemic, but I have often heard that the 357 is more than adequate at limited range.

Not those, apparently.

First question, are they designed to funtion at lower velocities?  I would use them in my 358, even though I don't need the "soft" tips, just so I could load them down, a little.

Jamie, welcome.  I've read this thread with interest.  I've got a lot of interest in a 6.5 as well.  Guess I just have too much on my other plate at the moment.  Good luck with your project, but I think it will go smoothly.  
 
Personally, I lived on bases a lot, too, but the Navy doesn't go quite as well with personal shooting.  Now, if I could set up a 5" 54 for duck and goose with a whole gun crew, or perhaps a sea sparrow launcher?????  Heck, why not just go with a phalanx system?  :cheesy: