Gun, shooting and equipment discussions unrelated to CHL issues
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Retention Holsters for Concealed or Open Carry
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Excaliber »
Sun Oct 18, 2015 7:53 pm
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Manufacturers have been busy churning out holsters with retention features that are suitable for concealed or open carry. Here are a few that may be...
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I chose a RDR holster after I viewed a video where Colin Noir said it was his favorite holster for ease of on and off. I have been happy with it....
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Sun Feb 03, 2019 11:39 pm
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Thu Sep 03, 2009 1:07 pm
Word to the Ladies
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longtooth »
Fri Dec 01, 2006 7:56 am
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After reading ChampionLiver (still caint spelll) story about family day at the range, I want to take a moment to thank all the ladies on the forum...
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As the hand that rocks the cradle rules the world, these ladies will raise children who understand the importance of the second amendment. They also...
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Last post by seamusTX
Fri Dec 01, 2006 9:07 am
Colt WW1 1911 Reproduction Pistol
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Landman »
Fri Dec 01, 2006 9:02 am
Does anybody own one of the Colt WW1 1911 Reproduction pistols? I saw one the other day and really liked it. I was curious what others thought about...
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Last post by Landman
Fri Dec 01, 2006 9:02 am
Store Owner Single-Handedly Fights Four Armed Robbers (PA)
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Paladin »
Thu Nov 30, 2006 2:26 pm
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You don't see this everyday:
Store Owner Single-Handedly Fights Four Armed Robbers
POSTED: 9:06 am EST November 29, 2006
UPDATED: 9:14 am EST...
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I hope the taught them a lesson language doesn't get him in trouble. I'm glad he fought back.
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Last post by Venus Pax
Thu Nov 30, 2006 9:26 pm
News Related: Who's training Taliban wannabes???
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stevie_d_64 »
Wed Nov 29, 2006 9:02 am
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Houstonian Pleads Guilty In Taliban Conspiracy
HOUSTON -- A Houston man pleaded guilty after he and a Pakistani living illegally in the United...
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Oh Man!
That guy looked like he was running barefoot over broken glass.
It could actually be an ingenious ploy designed to get us to let down our...
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Last post by flintknapper
Thu Nov 30, 2006 7:20 pm
Homeowner shoots invader who flees with cash
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Paladin »
Thu Nov 30, 2006 12:45 pm
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Nov. 29, 2006, 5:22PM
Homeowner shoots invader who flees with cash
By RENEE C. LEE
Copyright 2006 Houston Chronicle
PORTER — Police are...
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TV last night was playing the 911 call and the woman was understandably excited.
Afterwards she credited her praying for causing the BG to run from...
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Last post by Mike1951
Thu Nov 30, 2006 3:30 pm
Just Joined
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probp10 »
Mon Nov 27, 2006 10:02 pm
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Just thought I would say Hi to everyone.Looks like a cool place to learn and laugh at some things we have in common.I am probp10 and I just wanted to...
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Welcome aboard hope you enjoy your time here.
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Last post by 308nato
Wed Nov 29, 2006 10:03 pm
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Last post by 40FIVER
Wed Nov 29, 2006 9:35 pm
Local place to get DPX ammo.
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spud »
Tue Nov 28, 2006 2:20 pm
Have had a hard time getting the new Corbon DPX in .380 anywhere local. After some work the local Gun Shop here Delmark has ran alot of it down.
So...
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Last post by spud
Tue Nov 28, 2006 2:20 pm
Firing Pin Question
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scooter03 »
Mon Nov 27, 2006 10:29 am
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I just got new Millenium, and was looking at the spent shells being thrown out and the primers looked funny to me. When the firing pin strikes the...
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Thanks alot guys, and yes the picture is very blurry, I am sorry, i couldnt get the camera to focus any better at that close. I dont think its a weak...
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Last post by scooter03
Tue Nov 28, 2006 2:23 am
Newbie
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hi-power »
Mon Nov 27, 2006 11:56 am
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Hello everybody!
I've read quite a few posts over the last week and there is quite a bit of good information on this forum. I look forward to being...
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Welcome HiPower
Enjoy your time here, lots of good folks here as well as lots of good info.
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Last post by 308nato
Mon Nov 27, 2006 9:38 pm
IDPA Tomorrow at PSC
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CaptDave »
Fri Nov 24, 2006 10:42 am
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Just wanted to remind & invite those interested that tomorrow PSC is having our monthly IDPA match. (4th Saturday of each month).
Sign up begins at...
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Dustin:
Thanks much for the vids. I had a flashback to kneeling behind those two blue barrels and having two FTRTBs on two different...
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Last post by Skiprr
Mon Nov 27, 2006 7:19 pm
Dallas Market Hall Gun Show
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cxm »
Thu Nov 23, 2006 8:16 pm
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Is anyone going to the Dallas Market Hall show this weekend?
V/r
Chuck
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Sorry ya missed me. ;-) As it shook out, Cosmo and High Velocity are the only two from this crowd that I recall seein'. May have seen some of you...
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Last post by Greybeard
Mon Nov 27, 2006 6:32 pm
Range Report: Dan Wesson Commander Classic Bobtail
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dws1117 »
Sat Nov 25, 2006 7:10 pm
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Diode and I went to Carter's Country to take the new gun out for it's first walk. This thing didn't walk. It ran, and ran nice.
It was fed...
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Actually, it was very good shooting. Very balanced!
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Last post by Diode
Mon Nov 27, 2006 12:14 pm
Kimber Customer Service......
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cyphur »
Tue Nov 07, 2006 4:07 pm
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...is apparently top notch! I sent them my Tactical II Ultra 1911 on Thursday of last week, Air through Fed-Ex. Called them today to ensure they had...
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Yeah, DW sent me a thread on it but I want them to fix the damage already done to the ramp.
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Last post by Diode
Mon Nov 27, 2006 8:18 am
So, What'd ya'll buy? (Dallas GunShow)
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casselthief »
Sat Nov 25, 2006 10:19 pm
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I bought a SportLok safe, to put my metal in. I don't have kids, but my ole lady has a daughter, so, I don't wanna hafta worry when they're over...
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I feel ya about them safes!!
I just feel better with that thing keeping prying hands to themselves.
plus, I live in an apt, and I REALLY don't like...
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Last post by casselthief
Sun Nov 26, 2006 10:04 pm
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Last post by GrillKing
Sun Nov 26, 2006 9:54 pm
Considering a Walther PPK for CCW
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fadlan12 »
Tue Nov 21, 2006 5:40 pm
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I have been stressing trying to conceal my 45s without having to layer up. I have a coupple of good holsters and a darn sturdy belt. I like the way...
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I'm not sure who made this one, but my dad has an older one, and it jams about once a magazine. It is due to limp wristing, I'm convinced, but it was...
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Last post by gigag04
Sun Nov 26, 2006 4:34 pm
Remington's rebates
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Venus Pax »
Sat Nov 25, 2006 11:02 pm
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To those of you that shoot shot guns and rifles, Remington is offering mail-in rebates.
They are offering a $30 mail-in rebate on a Model 870...
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Buy it at Sportsman's Warehouse (like my wife did for my birthday this week!!!!) and you get the Remington rebate and a Sportsman's Warehouse $20...
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Last post by GrillKing
Sun Nov 26, 2006 10:14 am
new here
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by bigsam » Thu Nov 23, 2006 6:36 pm
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Male 57
CHL 7yr
carry Kimber pro
like hunting
dont type goodread a lot.
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Welcome Bigsam
Dont worry about the typing as I used to be a typewriter repairman
and I still am only a two finger user.
I guess thats why I never...
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Last post by 308nato
Sat Nov 25, 2006 11:46 pm
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bburgi »
Sat Nov 25, 2006 2:31 am
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Very nice. Sounds like you have some thoughtful family.
Unless I've made the purchase myself I've never gotten anything related to my hobbies for...
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Last post by dws1117
Sat Nov 25, 2006 10:13 am
MIKE TO GUN-PERMIT HOLDERS: 'PACK' IT IN (NYC)
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Paladin »
Thu Nov 02, 2006 3:57 pm
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By KENNETH LOVETT
November 1, 2006 -- ALBANY - The city should slash the number of people who are allowed to carry concealed weapons, Mayor...
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What does this idiot think is keeping the terroist out of our country. Does he
think they are afraid of our military or the police? No, they are...
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Last post by Tote 9
Fri Nov 24, 2006 9:05 pm
glock 18...fully auto....class 3 permit....chl.....
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by ru934 » Tue Nov 21, 2006 4:00 pm
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hey hows it goin everyone? quick question.....if i have my chl, and i take whatever steps are necasary to aquire the class 3 permit, and then i...
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Light and noise can be very upsetting, especially when completely unexpected. An old friend (Vietnam artillery sergeant) taught me his tried-and-true...
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Last post by AV8R
Fri Nov 24, 2006 2:45 pm
Anyone use a MOB IWB holster?
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scooter03 »
Thu Nov 23, 2006 11:22 am
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I cant find one yet for a 4 1911, but does anyone here use one? Carrying inthe back just seems so more comfortable and easy to conceal better.Just...
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It is also very likely that you could end up on your back in a violent encounter.
One can also lose lower extremity control when a small hard...
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Last post by txinvestigator
Fri Nov 24, 2006 12:49 pm
Ruger New Model super Blackhawk Part
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Diode »
Thu Nov 23, 2006 8:42 pm
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I am not good with the correct names for Revolver parts yet and I need to find one. I am looking for the pin and spring that holds the shaft in that...
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Thanks so much! I think you nailed it.
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Last post by Diode
Fri Nov 24, 2006 8:39 am
Turkey Day.
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longtooth »
Wed Nov 22, 2006 2:53 pm
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From all the Moderators.
We hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving Day.
Personally I cannot think of a better group of ladies & gentlemen to read...
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I'm not going to argue that statement. Thank you, Thank you very much.
Elvis has left the building.
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Last post by Roger Howard
Fri Nov 24, 2006 12:52 am
Good to be back, and carrying again!
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gigag04 »
Thu Nov 23, 2006 3:42 am
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Hey everyone!
Some of you newer guys and gals have no clue who I am, but for those that remember me - I am back!
I have finished my 5 months of...
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Thanks for the replies fellas!
If any of you are free for a lunch or something, basically my job now is to talk to people and tell them about what I...
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Last post by gigag04
Thu Nov 23, 2006 10:40 pm
New Dan Wesson Bobtail in here!!!
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dws1117 »
Wed Nov 22, 2006 9:38 pm
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As promised here are some pictures.
My first impression is very favorable. It fits my hand like no other gun ever has, this includes standard...
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If you really want a bad influence go down to Collector's Firearms in Houston and fondle one of the Ed Brown bobtails, either the executive carry,...
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Last post by dws1117
Thu Nov 23, 2006 4:35 pm
New Glock in .45ACP
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dws1117 »
Thu Nov 23, 2006 12:28 am
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It appears that Glock is actually doing something new. For those Glock people who like the .45ACP but don't like the fat grip of the G21, here you...
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I just may end up with a Glock after all....
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Last post by cyphur
Thu Nov 23, 2006 12:41 pm
Humor: Target Practice (again)......
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AggieMM »
Tue Nov 21, 2006 2:12 pm
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Another Top Gear target practice. Not as funny as the other one (), but still good. :)
Ryan
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I'd love to buy a golf diesel if they sold them here :evil:
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Last post by nitrogen
Tue Nov 21, 2006 2:49 pm
Comp-Tac Kydex reinfoced gun belts
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kauboy »
Mon Nov 20, 2006 4:43 pm
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Has anybody ordered one of kydex reinforced tapered belts? I was looking to order one with my B-day money and decided to ask the community for...
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Hey, thats great to hear. I received my last order from them the day after it shipped. So I guess when I get home Wednesday night, I'll have a new...
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Last post by kauboy
Tue Nov 21, 2006 12:28 pm
Lockdown in London!
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KBCraig »
Tue Nov 14, 2006 10:00 pm
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Well, now we know how to paralyze London: sprinkle a few boxes of .22 ammo around the city.
:roll:
Bullet found in doorway
By David Williams...
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Honestly I can't believe that the authorities in Britain, with their mightier than thou attitudes, can go this ape**** over a single .22...
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Last post by kauboy
Tue Nov 21, 2006 11:12 am
going out of business
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Amy »
Sun Nov 19, 2006 3:39 pm
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Well gang, it's time to face facts and get out of the bullet casting game, it hasn't worked out here in Texas. I'm selling off all the equipment, so...
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Sorry to hear about the shut down. Hope you find something else soon. :)
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Last post by KinnyLee
Mon Nov 20, 2006 7:21 pm
Greenville Gun Show
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Commander »
Sat Nov 11, 2006 10:50 pm
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I ran across a website that listed gun shows in Texas. Its showing one next weekend (Nov 18 & 19) in Greenville at the Civic Center. It's being put...
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This was a dissapointing show. They might have said 250 tables sold out but I think they meant 25. I went hoping that if it was supported well they...
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Last post by Castex1
Sun Nov 19, 2006 9:55 pm
Range Report Baretta Storm 9mm
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longtooth »
Tue Nov 14, 2006 9:31 pm
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Wife got to the range this afternoon. Her response to the PX4 Storm was oooh I like that. She shot 50 rds at the two targets below. She would shoot 5...
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Me too. That one will be mine.
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Last post by longtooth
Sun Nov 19, 2006 9:53 pm
Aluminum Caseings
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stash »
Sun Nov 19, 2006 9:21 am
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Good beautifuy Sunday morning - Friday I finally went to Academy and got my Glock 30 out of layaway. Boy I think I am really gonna like it. Anyway,...
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From using and observing the CCI aluminum cased ammo for at least the past 10 years, it appears to run fine in most guns, but can cause probs in...
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Last post by Greybeard
Sun Nov 19, 2006 7:10 pm
What is so nice about bobtailed 1911's?
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cyphur »
Thu Nov 16, 2006 11:16 pm
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I've not held one, hence why I ask. I can see why it would be nice for a carry piece, one less 90* to hide. However, I really like the extended...
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Can't blame a guy for trying.
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Last post by longtooth
Sun Nov 19, 2006 4:02 pm
Rossi M68
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John »
Sun Nov 19, 2006 9:25 am
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A friend has a 10 year old Rossi M68 .38 SPL, blued with 2 barrel, that he got from his father. He doesn't think it has ever been fired and appears...
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Agree w/ both the above. It is not a competition gun. I would have no problem w/ it for a house gun, range gun, something for new shooter to handle &...
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Last post by longtooth
Sun Nov 19, 2006 2:23 pm
Why you need a holster!!
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OverEasy »
Thu Nov 16, 2006 7:45 am
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Here is a good example of why you need a holster that covers the trigger, to safely carry a gun!!
Would-be kidnapper shoots own left testicle,...
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One is the loneliest number that you'll ever do...
No is the saddest experience you'll ever know...
It's just no good anymore since you went away,...
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Last post by Skiprr
Sun Nov 19, 2006 12:04 pm
U.S. Citizens Overseas Unfairly Restricted from Gun Own...
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Paladin »
Thu Nov 16, 2006 10:38 am
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Plaintiff in Dallas Federal Lawsuit Says U.S. Gun Control Laws Unconstitutional
U.S. Citizens Overseas Unfairly Restricted from Gun Ownership, Suit...
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Sorry Roger...I get it now...I must be having a B-12 deficiency moment...
Sometimes it does take a sledge hammer to get me to catch on for some...
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Last post by stevie_d_64
Sat Nov 18, 2006 6:26 pm
Need FFL transfer in NE Tarrant County - Reasonable for CHL
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extremist »
Mon Jul 25, 2005 2:13 pm
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Hi, looking for a FFL dealer to do transfers since my dealer friend died earlier this year. Looking for reasonable transfer fee for CHL...
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I used him when I purchased my Kimber, great guy to deal with. A little far for me, but well worth it as he is a joy to do business with. Very...
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Last post by cyphur
Sat Nov 18, 2006 2:20 pm
shipping a rifle
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progun47 »
Wed Nov 15, 2006 1:39 pm
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Here's my question, I have a HK91 that is at a friends house in Colorado, I had taken it up there about a year ago on the plane with me. Now I want...
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Yes... Bryan College Station Area is what I was referring too...
Sorry about that... Everyone refers to Aggie Land that way around here. Bad habit.
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Last post by dpatterson
Sat Nov 18, 2006 1:17 am
Spend my money for me!
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dws1117 »
Tue Nov 14, 2006 11:28 pm
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Well at least give me some suggestions. I get to buy a gun for Christmas. :anamatedbanana :anamatedbanana
Requirements:
1. 1911! nothing else!...
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Hey! Congratulations on the new for-self Christmas present!
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Last post by Skiprr
Fri Nov 17, 2006 11:57 am
Wis. lawmaker wants teachers to carry guns
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KinnyLee »
Thu Nov 16, 2006 4:24 pm
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Wis. lawmaker wants teachers to carry guns
He cites Israel, Thailand; school official says problems are not that bad
The Associated Press
Updated:...
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Your keyboardmanship is really improving since joining up. Good job. ;-)
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Last post by longtooth
Fri Nov 17, 2006 7:01 am
Garland Bass Pro Shop
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The Marshal »
Thu Nov 16, 2006 9:27 am
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Had their first opening to the public last night. Tonight is the Grand Opening.
:shock:
The traffic was so bad last night, that they were using...
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No indoor gun range, no plans for it. Sorry I left that out! They do have an archery range.
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Last post by cyphur
Thu Nov 16, 2006 9:55 pm
Transfer Question
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DevilDoc »
Thu Nov 16, 2006 3:57 pm
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I'm looking for the pertinent Texas laws regarding face to face sales; could someone please point me in the right direction?
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No. In fact, I'm on a maintenance dose of stupid pills. :smile:
- Jim
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Last post by seamusTX
Thu Nov 16, 2006 5:48 pm
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Last post by Roger Howard
Thu Nov 16, 2006 5:46 pm
Minimum IPSC/IDPA match shooting skills
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j1132s »
Mon Nov 13, 2006 11:55 am
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Ok, officially, there is no minimum, just safe shooters, but ...
It's no fun to empty a mag and still look at that standing steel popper. Enjoyment...
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Funny, but the wind died down around shooting time and it seemed to warm up. I actually took off my sweatshirt during the match. Alas, I was without...
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Last post by age_ranger
Thu Nov 16, 2006 4:53 pm
Army Brats and New Shooters
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quidni »
Tue Nov 14, 2006 11:35 pm
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Copied from
And less than a week later, on Veterans Day, a gently used Mini-14 followed me home.
I grew up as an Army Brat. I consider the...
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Upstate New York(Adirondack Mountain area) has some rednecks that would give even the most devout Southern Redneck a run for their money. Mountain...
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Last post by cyphur
Thu Nov 16, 2006 12:01 pm
Rob store with machete video
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jbirds1210 »
Wed Nov 15, 2006 9:51 pm
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Video of man robbing store with machete. We should think twice about the comfort or our concealed handguns! WOW. This situation had the potential to...
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Great Video!
Was really interesting to see the criminal draw his machete. It was concealed(BIG blade to conceal!) and he drew it subtlety.
It also...
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Last post by Paladin
Thu Nov 16, 2006 10:47 am
Need Gun Store
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stash »
Tue Nov 14, 2006 9:19 am
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I need to start a relationship with a good gun store in the Dripping Spring, Blanco, San Marcos, Wimberley area. Would appreciate any help toward...
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Thanks AR Traveler. I think I have heard of them and will check them out.
Stash
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Thu Nov 16, 2006 9:17 am
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