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“Keep and Bear” - a documentary movie
by The Annoyed Man » Wed Apr 18, 2018 5:39 pm » in Gun and/or Self-Defense Related Political Issues
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I found this documentary on Amazon Prime, which looks like it might be something to recommend to fence-sitting friends who are not necessarily...

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Thanks for posting this. Watched it last night and thought it was a good documentary.

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by Crossroads View the latest post
Fri Apr 20, 2018 1:15 am
Colt DA 45 - what do you think?
by ml1209 » Thu Apr 19, 2018 11:38 pm » in General Gun, Shooting & Equipment Discussion
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Saw this today. Would you buy? The barrel is 3", and under the barrel is stamped "United States Property"

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That's not a great price, but it's a good one. It should have the model and serial numbers on the butt. I think there should also be a provision for...

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by Pawpaw View the latest post
Fri Apr 20, 2018 12:32 am
NRA National Meeting May 3-6 -- Anybody Worried?
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by superchief » Mon Apr 09, 2018 11:37 pm » in National Rifle Association
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Has anyone heard/read/seen any info on the security that will be available at the NRA meeting next month in Dallas? I really want to go, but i don't...

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by sbrawley View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 11:19 pm
Dick's Sporting Goods to destroy all unsold firearms after Parkland shooting
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by Allons » Tue Apr 17, 2018 7:23 pm » in General Gun, Shooting & Equipment Discussion
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Time for a boycott. :mad5

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I have a Dick's/Field and Stream about five minutes from my house. How do I know this? I pass it every time I go to Academy or my LGS.
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by HKMike View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 11:16 pm
IL: Dems push bill rewarding schools that replace armed officers with therapists
by Flightmare » Thu Apr 19, 2018 10:50 pm » in Gun and/or Self-Defense Related Political Issues
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I can see that working very well in south side Chicago

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by strogg View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 11:04 pm
Wish I had known about this sooner!
by Grundy1133 » Thu Apr 19, 2018 1:50 pm » in General Gun, Shooting & Equipment Discussion

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by Grundy1133 View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 10:44 pm
Can Beto O’Rourke really beat Ted Cruz? Attachment(s)
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by The Annoyed Man » Wed Apr 18, 2018 11:03 pm » in Gun and/or Self-Defense Related Political Issues
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I’ve never heard of this guy until now, and all of a sudden, the Texas Tribune is saying that it’s too close to call? I don’t know much about him,...

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In Dallas I see a lot of Beto signs.

is pumping in piles of money to register millions of illegal voters.

We need to be very serious. Take nothing...
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by Paladin View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 10:26 pm
Is this video real?
by Grundy1133 » Thu Apr 19, 2018 10:05 pm » in Off-Topic
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This is what I was talking about with Taurus guns firing on their own... (kind of) IDK if this video is real or not tho or if the guns been tampered...

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one of the comments on the video
still enough to for me NOT buy taurus guns...

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by Grundy1133 View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 10:14 pm
I'm giving away two NRA memberships - closed now
by mrvmax » Sat Mar 24, 2018 7:23 am » in Gun and/or Self-Defense Related Political Issues
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I would like to give away two NRA (1 year) memberships to forum members whop are not currently NRA members since this is the "money bomb the NRA...

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:cheers2:

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by Paladin View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 10:13 pm
Lawsuit Against Gun Sale Website Allowed to Proceed
by thatguyoverthere » Thu Apr 19, 2018 5:45 pm » in Gun and/or Self-Defense Related Political Issues
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This is in Wisconsin, against the on-line broker Armslist.com. I haven't used them, so am not familiar with them. The way I understand it, the web...

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Maybe, they should sue Al Gore for inventing the Internet! :cool:

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by twomillenium View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 8:44 pm
WILSON COMBAT INTRODUCES THE “HARDEST HITTING AR CARBINE EVER PRODUCED”
by Flightmare » Thu Apr 19, 2018 6:29 pm » in General Gun, Shooting & Equipment Discussion

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by jason812 View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 8:43 pm
IN: Woman kills officer's attacker, now getting sued
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by ELB » Tue Apr 17, 2018 2:44 pm » in Self-Defense Reports
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In Feb 2017 a woman called in a suspicious person who had partially blocked her driveway and a street lane with a pickup truck. Conservation officer...

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I'm not exactly a rich fellow. I'm actually unemployed at the moment... So paying thousands of lawyer fees doesn't sound very fun to me.
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by Grundy1133 View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 8:23 pm
Predator Control. Repel or Kill?
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by Alf » Sun Apr 01, 2018 6:47 pm » in Off-Topic
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I have unwanted predators on my property. Is there a cheap effective way to repel them so they stay away? If not, what is the most effective way to...

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Thanks, Steve. I'll take a look at that. :thumbs2:
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by thatguyoverthere View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 8:15 pm
Book review: I’M FROM THE GOVERNMENT AND I’M HERE TO KILL YOU
by bblhd672 » Thu Apr 05, 2018 6:50 am » in Off-Topic
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I will be getting this one to read.

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The incredible amount of stupidity that went into the Texas City disaster is amazing, the entire incident was handled in such a manner that it was...

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by crazy2medic View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 7:52 pm
Trespassing? It depends who you are.
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by Oak Threeper » Sun Apr 15, 2018 4:51 pm » in The Crime Blotter
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Way to hipster looking to be ejected from Starbucks.

They in fact look like Starbucks regulars.

I’m betting it was all set up.

Yeah manager...
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by philip964 View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 7:42 pm
Today in Trump's new term as President Attachment(s)
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by philip964 » Fri Jan 20, 2017 12:14 pm » in Off-Topic
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Not only are we leaving Obama's term behind, but we are entering a new era as President Trump takes office today.

I believe we will see the attack...

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Quick, someone go wake up AG Sessions!

I expect nothing from this referral, no indictments, no arrests, no trials. Bread and circuses.
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by bblhd672 View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 6:47 pm
ammo on sale Attachment(s)
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by Venus Pax » Sun Jul 08, 2007 9:47 pm » in General Gun, Shooting & Equipment Discussion
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Remington .40 cal is on sale at Atascocita Wal-Mart for $11.

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Is the code only for online use?

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by JRG View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 6:37 pm
FL: Two deputies shot, killed in suspected ambush in Florida
by Flightmare » Thu Apr 19, 2018 4:51 pm » in The Crime Blotter

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by Flightmare View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 6:19 pm
Motorcyclist Crashes and shoots self Attachment(s)
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by rtschl » Mon Apr 16, 2018 3:48 pm » in General Gun, Shooting & Equipment Discussion
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For those of you that ride... A motorcycle rider was seriously injured in a bizarre crash in Melbourne, Fla., last week when he wrecked his bike and...

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A message from the department of redundancy department. :lol:
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by The Annoyed Man View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 6:13 pm
Slidefire is shutting down?
by glock27 » Thu Apr 19, 2018 5:50 pm » in Gun and/or Self-Defense Related Political Issues

wonder why they are shutting down? did a law get passed that i have not heard about?

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by glock27 View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 5:50 pm
DFW West/Southwest Quadrant Breakfast
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by bblhd672 » Thu Jun 08, 2017 2:27 pm » in Off-Topic
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Starting a new thread for the DFW W/SW Quadrant Breakfast meeting.
When: Saturday June 17, 2017, 8:00 AM.
Where: Rudy's BBQ
451 East I-20...

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I'm planning on attending too.
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by Excaliber View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 5:03 pm
I have a really dumb question
by Soccerdad1995 » Thu Apr 19, 2018 12:51 pm » in General Gun, Shooting & Equipment Discussion
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I am a 1911 fan. Currently have 5 of them, and have owned and sold about 10 more. All have been in 45 ACP. I have holsters, and mag holders for my...

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My 1911 9mm mags fit fine in my mag holster.
Volkmann 9mm (Springfield type) on the left. 45 ACP on the right:

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by DocV View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 5:00 pm
IL: New "sanctuary county" for gun owners.
by Flightmare » Thu Apr 19, 2018 4:45 pm » in Gun and/or Self-Defense Related Political Issues

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by bblhd672 View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 4:59 pm
Is the .40 dead?
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by sailor2000 » Fri Apr 13, 2018 8:40 pm » in General Gun, Shooting & Equipment Discussion
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Once upon a time the .40 was the ultimate. Now I see the new and used markets flooded with them cheap. What happened?

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The two pistols I carry are in 380 and 40. Normally it's the little 380, but if I'm going somewhere crowded I carry the 40 for the extra capacity. I...
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by Medley86 View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 4:19 pm
Pellet Grills Attachment(s)
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by clarionite » Tue Mar 06, 2018 5:48 pm » in Off-Topic
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This is way off topic, but I figured a few of you guys probably are into cooking as much as I am.

I'm in the market for a Pellet Grill. Traegar of...

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Abraham - First of all, if I were still 50 years old, I would buy myself a pellet smoker for my birthday. :mrgreen:

I am not going to completely...
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by WildBill View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 2:54 pm
Why Is Passenger Asked For I.D.?
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by Abraham » Tue Apr 17, 2018 11:24 am » in Off-Topic
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I watch a lot of "PD Live" and almost every time there's a passenger in a stopped vehicle they are asked for I.D.s

This practice irks me....

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I don't think so. If they have suspicion they can get a search warrant and if they have nothing they can get the drug dogs out but I don't think they...
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by rotor View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 2:51 pm
TX: Houston-former 911 operator convicted of hanging up calls
by bblhd672 » Thu Apr 19, 2018 9:37 am » in The Crime Blotter
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Example of why you can't depend on 911 and the police when seconds count.

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The system should be configured so that 911 calls from her phone gets routed to "Dial A Prayer."

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by bblhd672 View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 2:22 pm
Benbrook PD Called for Gun Tshirt in Park
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by rtschl » Sun Apr 15, 2018 10:28 pm » in General Gun, Shooting & Equipment Discussion
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Saw this in my nextdoor.com feed for a nearby neighborhood. I've linked an article that is public:

One of the neighbors in nextdoor.com said they...

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41 years a MM on September 29th. Raised in Pasadena #1155, Pasadena, Tx. Now a Life member of my father's home lodge in Oklahoma.
While I try to be...
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by OldCurlyWolf View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 1:58 pm
Is Cornyn's time up?
by LDB415 » Thu Apr 19, 2018 10:19 am » in Gun and/or Self-Defense Related Political Issues
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Is it time for Cornyn to go? Has he drifted too far left? Is there a viable replacement?

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His time has been up for years....and years...

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by SewTexas View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 1:48 pm
Another Meme Thread Attachment(s)
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by Keith B » Sat Apr 09, 2016 6:51 am » in Gun and/or Self-Defense Related Political Issues

A meme topic was opened in the Waiting Room area, and thought it might be fun to have one for other gun-related memes. Post yours here, just make...
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by BBYC View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 1:20 pm
Calaveras and Braunig Lakes
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by wharvey » Sat Apr 14, 2018 6:00 pm » in General Texas CHL Discussion
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Checked the lakes out today. Not good fishing at all with a strong N wind. I noticed 30.06 signs visible at the drive up window where you pay the...

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some day i may plan to do a lot of things. I can't predict the future.
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by Grundy1133 View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 1:12 pm
WTS - Dan Wesson ECO - DFW
by carlson1 » Mon Mar 19, 2018 11:49 pm » in Firearms
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Dan Wesson ECO in .45. It has exactly 325 rounds down range. It only has had two FTF’s. Not even broken in yet. Just like from the factor except I...

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I have too many guns and not enough money, or I'd be all over this.

I do like those grips though. Are you willing to sell them separately and then...

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by Soccerdad1995 View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 10:47 am
Front Sight Focus---Or Not...
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by dlh » Wed Apr 18, 2018 8:17 am » in General Gun, Shooting & Equipment Discussion
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The "Youtube experts" seem to be divided on this one with some (there is a navy seal) recommending front sight focus and others not. Maybe...

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I have a lot to say on this subject, based on both competitive and real life experience, but I'll write some when I have some time.
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by AndyC View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 9:54 am
The Army Special Forces Legend Known As ‘Iron Mike’ Has Died
by bblhd672 » Thu Apr 19, 2018 9:06 am » in Off-Topic

Rest in peace sir! :patriot:

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by bblhd672 View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 9:06 am
Remington 870 w/detachable magazine
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by Vol Texan » Tue Apr 17, 2018 9:05 pm » in Rifles & Shotguns
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So Mrs. VolTexan wants a “Mother’s Day shotgun” as her gift this year. I’ve long been a pistol and rifle shooter, and admit to not knowing enough...

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In my scenario the bad guy is past the range where the pattern of buckshot is larger than a human upper torso and fails to stop. With the best...
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by LeonCarr View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 8:13 am
Where to begin with a HAM radio?
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by carlson1 » Thu Jun 01, 2017 10:19 pm » in Off-Topic

I didn't want to take Mr. Cotton's topic off course so I thought I would ask here.

Where does one start to enter the world of HAM radios? I have a...
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by mojohn View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 8:12 am
Happy Patriots Day!
by bblhd672 » Thu Apr 19, 2018 7:15 am » in Off-Topic

Celebrate by shooting at your local range today :patriot:

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by bblhd672 View the latest post
Thu Apr 19, 2018 7:15 am
(Kimber) The Dreaded Call After Amazing Range Time
by kayt00 » Mon Apr 16, 2018 6:36 am » in General Gun, Shooting & Equipment Discussion
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My wife and I hit the range on Saturday and had a pretty good time. She had a couple firsts in the outing including shooting the 1911's and shooting...

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This is what has always kept me from owning a Kimber. The way my luck would have it is I wouldn’t be the one who got the “REAL GOOD ONE” I’d get the...

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by cmgee67 View the latest post
Wed Apr 18, 2018 9:17 pm
1954r TULA SKS - matching numbers - Waco, Texas
by cprems » Mon Apr 16, 2018 12:11 am » in Firearms
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1954r TULA SKS in decent shape. All the numbers match and it looks like there was a rear stock repair done. This may be a refurbed stock. There are 2...

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Got it and I sent them over.

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by cprems View the latest post
Wed Apr 18, 2018 8:56 pm
Glock 30SF
by couzin » Mon Apr 16, 2018 11:29 am » in Firearms
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Glock 30SF, box, two magazines. Made 2012 but low round count. $450.00 in Terrell / Kaufman / Rockwall area. I also have holsters, mag carriers, and...

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BTT - any trade bait or offers?

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by couzin View the latest post
Wed Apr 18, 2018 7:58 pm
Prayers for my family members
by bblhd672 » Tue Apr 17, 2018 7:58 am » in Prayer Requests & Updates
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In the past couple of weeks my older sisters have had diagnosis’s of serious diseases.
Oldest sister has breast cancer.
Youngest sister had heart...

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God bless and keep you and your family in these difficult times

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by Paladin View the latest post
Wed Apr 18, 2018 5:38 pm
Church Security Team help!!
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by Macgyver » Tue Apr 17, 2018 1:15 pm » in General Texas CHL Discussion
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Howdy,

I'm sorry this is a long post . I've been on this forum for a while, but I'm not sure I've ever posted. I attended a training meeting for the...

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I agree with you but the church pays for insurance and they should find out if they will be covered having a security force. If not then time to look...
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by rotor View the latest post
Wed Apr 18, 2018 3:16 pm
My new Colt Attachment(s)
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by Gunner4640 » Thu Apr 05, 2018 9:56 am » in General Gun, Shooting & Equipment Discussion
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I have waited for this one for a long time. It's a 9 competition model . I had to drift the rear sight a little and it's dead on now . :fire...

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Well I'm the opposite all my other 1911 are 45 this is my first 9 in 1911. And my 2nd Colt I really love this one best.
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by Gunner4640 View the latest post
Wed Apr 18, 2018 2:44 pm
Prayers for Barbara Bush
by Rafe » Sun Apr 15, 2018 7:09 pm » in Prayer Requests & Updates
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I didn't see this posted elsewhere. Apology if it's a duplicate.

Evidently former First Lady and Houstonian Barbara Bush's health continues to...

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Barbara Bush had a lot of graciousness and dignity.

I suspect the whole family, whatever you think of their politics, are pretty friendly in person....

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by treadlightly View the latest post
Wed Apr 18, 2018 2:35 pm
I've Been Doing This How Long?
by RossA » Wed Apr 11, 2018 12:09 pm » in Instructors' Corner
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I was asked the other day how long I have had my instructor certification, and I had to stop and think. I can't remember exactly what year I attended...

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Update:
Two days ago I emailed RSD and explained the problem with flooded records. I have received the automated response that they received my...

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by RossA View the latest post
Wed Apr 18, 2018 1:20 pm
(Another) CA professor making outrageous comments
by canvasbck » Wed Apr 18, 2018 9:56 am » in Off-Topic
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I don't normally advocate someone being fired over expressing their first amendment protected views while not at work. I am making an exception on...

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No regrets in my decision to leave that state ~25 years ago.

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by kayt00 View the latest post
Wed Apr 18, 2018 10:51 am
Reciprocity with WA?
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by G26ster » Mon Apr 16, 2018 7:35 pm » in General Texas CHL Discussion
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A friend will be visiting from WA state. He has a WA CCL and I'm trying to determine if TX has reciprocity with WA. Anyone?

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I volunteer!

I have actually done this exact thing on multiple occasions. I have not been cited with any crime, though. But if I ever am cited, I...
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by Soccerdad1995 View the latest post
Wed Apr 18, 2018 10:44 am
Three shot breaking into LGS
by Vol Texan » Tue Apr 17, 2018 8:31 am » in The Crime Blotter
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This is not far from my home - I sometimes use this range to qualify my LTC students.

Not the fanciest range on the block, but a good group of...

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Well here's a quick overview.

I guess it makes more sense. Some. At $300K per van, your tax dollars at work while the justice system is a...

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by Rafe View the latest post
Wed Apr 18, 2018 9:31 am
[Plano/Frisco/Colony][RCBS Reloading setup] - [$425]
by jiannichan » Sun Apr 15, 2018 7:29 pm » in Holsters, Accessories, Reloading Equipment & Supplies
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Was going to start reloading but some other life things happen to get in the way so, most of this stuff has been sitting in my office barely ever...

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BUMP

Also includes an unopened 8lb jug of Ramshot TAC rifle powder

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by jiannichan View the latest post
Wed Apr 18, 2018 6:59 am
Cons - Weapon Lights
by Abraham » Tue Apr 17, 2018 11:34 am » in General Gun, Shooting & Equipment Discussion
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I've yet to make up my mind whether to install a weapon light.

I've read enough at this point, that some find, after installation, they're just not...

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I'm 100% pro light. I also carry a handheld. I've also done a LOT of night shooting, and prefer a weapon light.

If I end up in a situation where I...

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by MadMonkey View the latest post
Wed Apr 18, 2018 6:50 am

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