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Resources for Women
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AndyC »
Mon Jun 29, 2015 10:06 am
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I believe we need to have a sticky inside this Ladies' section which would contain links to websites and and groups pertaining specifically to women...
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Mon Jul 27, 2015 9:07 pm
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Thu Mar 19, 2020 11:27 am
Concealed Carry Purses
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carlson1 »
Sun Jan 26, 2020 10:46 pm
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Do you ladies happen to know of any places in DFW area that have good collections of carry purses?
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My wife has a few different carry purses, though she usually actually carries on body. Four or five years ago I purchased a Coronado Leather purse...
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Last post by Middle Age Russ
Tue Jan 28, 2020 9:30 am
Something totally unexpected happened today...
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CHLLady »
Mon Sep 30, 2013 9:35 pm
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I wore my gun concealed in my new holster today. Yeah, not that exciting, but my experience while wearing it on my person instead of carrying it in...
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I have used the can can holsters a lot for leggings and sweat pants carried a Springfield XDM 40 with no issues. Seems to be very secure. I used it...
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Last post by East tx mama
Sat Nov 16, 2019 1:50 am
Is it just us?
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Jusme »
Fri Jul 26, 2019 8:35 pm
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I am just wondering, why this forum, doesn't get more posts, from women?
Are we overly political? Do we present, an aura of toxic masculinity? Are...
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Thank you!
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Last post by Venus Pax
Thu Aug 08, 2019 7:23 pm
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Last post by JustSomeOldGuy
Tue May 14, 2019 5:56 pm
Fort Worth range offers gun training for moms
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joe817 »
Fri May 13, 2016 9:35 am
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I saw this on Fox4 (DFW) this morning.
More Texas women are learning to shoot and defend themselves and their families. Now there’s a new indoor...
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Good my daughter turns 21 April 2019.
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Last post by Deltaboy
Mon Jun 18, 2018 7:56 pm
Conceal methods for women
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gymnst »
Mon Feb 07, 2011 5:45 pm
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I'm new to this forum and have read through many of these topics, but I am looking for advise and recommendations on how other women carry.
I don't...
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Google MTECH USA MT-673 Fixed Stainless Steel Blade. A neck knife for about 8 bucks - can't beat it.
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Last post by Interblog
Wed Apr 04, 2018 5:13 pm
Wife wants a new falling plate pistol
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Deitz83 »
Mon Dec 04, 2017 10:56 am
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My wife said that she wants a new falling plate pistol. She normally shoots her Browning Buck Mark, but now wants to use a 9 MM, with a longer...
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My wife has the 5 XDM competition & does awesome on steel plates with it.
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Last post by Hot Dawg
Mon Jan 29, 2018 10:27 pm
The Ladies Pistol Project by the American Rifleman.
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surprise_i'm_armed »
Thu Sep 14, 2017 8:55 pm
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The above link is to a detailed examination of multiple handguns that women tried, and commented upon.
Many times women will get the usual buy a...
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My wife is considering a new pistol, and plans to start looking by trying out the ones listed in that article.
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Last post by mloamiller
Fri Sep 15, 2017 2:36 pm
a day of many first and a few questions
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swilkes »
Sun Aug 27, 2017 6:30 am
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I recently bought my self a KIMBER 1911 and after that my wife started seeming interested in guns. Her curiosity grew awful fast (it didn't help I...
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Montana West makes good affordable CC purses. I love them for when I can't figure a way to carry on body, or it's just too hot to wear the...
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Last post by SewTexas
Mon Aug 28, 2017 10:54 am
Best Taser options for a woman
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parabelum »
Tue Aug 01, 2017 10:08 pm
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My wife is looking for something that is small and highly concealable and effective in incapacitating a threat while she is at her business, in...
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Thanks!
I will check out Curve, 10 ounces is very light. Taser pulse actually appears bigger.
I will talk to the CEO, I'm just the CFO ;-)
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Last post by parabelum
Wed Aug 02, 2017 2:35 pm
Leggings w. integrated holster
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RHenriksen »
Mon Jul 03, 2017 4:52 pm
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My girlfriend has several pairs (different variations) of these, and is quite enthusiastic about them. The specific model linked above has pockets -...
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Situational awareness. Could have been in fear of life or severe bodily injury with the thrashing she took (first video). Belly Band with any/all...
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Last post by Sport Coach
Mon Jul 03, 2017 6:21 pm
a corset holster!
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SewTexas »
Wed Apr 12, 2017 3:05 pm
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I couldn't decide where to put this...
I made myself a corset holster last week. I can't figure out why it didn't occur to me to do it until a lady...
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Syntyr, thank you for getting my pic up, I knew I was missing something simple.
And yes, we were basing our project on the Adams corset holster.
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Last post by SewTexas
Wed Apr 12, 2017 8:44 pm
Tell us your opinions and experiences
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Jusme »
Tue Mar 28, 2017 8:28 am
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On another thread about shooting ranges, the topic came up regarding women, being intimidated, and possibly even harrassed, by men, at places like...
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Thanks kate_r!
I'm glad to hear some positive experiences, along with the the not so positive. Feel free to post anytime, you said you are out of...
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Last post by Jusme
Wed Mar 29, 2017 3:29 pm
a new legging option
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SewTexas »
Mon Oct 24, 2016 9:38 am
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This is pretty cool. I'll admit, I've been working on something like this, but it's almost impossible for the average person to buy this fabric....
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it's a little uncomfortable to have a a gun there, when you start off, but just like have a gun at your waist, you get use to it.
Just remember,...
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Last post by SewTexas
Tue Oct 25, 2016 6:42 pm
Why Some Women Don’t Carry Concealed Weapons
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Pawpaw »
Wed Aug 31, 2016 3:17 pm
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This seemed to me (who knows nothing about the subject) to be a good start for the ladies. Her YouTube channel might be worth checking out.
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:rolll :rolll
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Last post by SewTexas
Tue Sep 06, 2016 11:05 am
Neighbor Lady has a New LTC
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SIGFan43 »
Fri Aug 19, 2016 9:05 am
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I was walking with a lady friend up her driveway when I saw a car I knew, driven by a neighbor I barely spoke with. She had stopped, and was yelling...
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Reminds me when I took the girlfriend out shooting for her first time. Had to her my 10mm and she did it like a champ. Was weird because she's a...
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Last post by techenigma
Mon Aug 22, 2016 4:41 pm
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Last post by LosAlce
Sun Aug 21, 2016 12:53 am
A Girl and Her Gun(s)
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Selina Kyle »
Mon Jun 23, 2014 12:06 pm
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I have noticed several other folks posting their experiences on here in the form of a blog. I was thinking that since I'm pretty new to shooting, and...
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Their convo was from 2014. :lol:
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Last post by Mick22
Tue May 03, 2016 12:14 pm
MarieClaire: Women and Guns articles
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n5wd »
Fri Feb 12, 2016 4:43 pm
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The new issue of MarieClaire has a very interesting set of articles available on its web site:
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The articles go into various aspects of gun...
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Julie Golob, champion shooter, has her say on the matter:
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Last post by AndyC
Thu Feb 25, 2016 7:57 am
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Last post by Richbirdhunter
Sun Jan 31, 2016 9:49 pm
LadiesWhat's the best home security weapon
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J.hook »
Sun Nov 01, 2015 7:23 pm
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:patriot: My daughter is living on her own with kids. I want my child and grandkids protected. My daughter has gone to the range with me several...
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Exactly, a lot of potential burglars/home invaders knock or ring the bell to see if the home is occupied. Most children, home alone are trained not...
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Last post by Jusme
Sun Jan 31, 2016 10:52 am
Conceal Carry Purses by Beau & Arrow
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LSUTiger »
Tue Jan 12, 2016 4:24 pm
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Check these out by Beau & Arrow
CARRY30 for 30% discount code-still works
or
40% off with promo code holiday -may no longer work????
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My wife bought two of the purses offered by Gun Tot'n Mamas and they are nice leather, easy access, and she uses them. Way cheaper than the ones in...
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Last post by couzin
Wed Jan 20, 2016 8:43 pm
A woman changes sides...
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AndyC »
Fri Jan 08, 2016 12:26 pm
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Nice story from agirlandagun.org:
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We DO need to get them to the range, but the real difference comes when someone has this AHA... moment.
Too many around us live their lives...
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Last post by Middle Age Russ
Fri Jan 08, 2016 2:02 pm
Concealed carry purses from beenandbadge.com
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surprise_i'm_armed »
Wed Aug 27, 2014 8:37 am
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The above link is to an article by Kylie Gumpert of the Milwaukee, Wisconsin Journal Sentinel.
It appeared in the Dallas Morning Snooze on 8/17/14....
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I'm in agreeance with this, when your weapon is in a purse it's not easy to get to, and easier to take away from you. Not to mention how many times...
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Last post by TexasTornado
Sun Jan 03, 2016 10:58 pm
Bass Pro and women shooters
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AndyC »
Mon May 11, 2015 1:57 pm
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A friend of mine, a retired Marine pilot, took a job about a year ago at Bass Pro selling guns.
He's had a lot of questions for me since then about...
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I know t has been awhile since this thread was done, but I just found this forum.
I just wanted to say that I started working at Bass Pro right...
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Last post by Diablo97
Sat Jan 02, 2016 8:06 pm
Dealing with an overly friendly man
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texasgirl »
Thu Sep 24, 2015 4:20 pm
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To give a bit of background I live in a small town (7000) that I grew up in. I am now as an adult it is not uncommon for people who know my parents...
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I believe this guy may be living a whole fantasy with you in his head. Sadly, even small towns have their share of predators. Maybe he's harmless....
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Last post by TexasGal
Sat Jan 02, 2016 6:22 am
Julie Golob, NRA Mom: Lead Safety Awareness
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AndyC »
Wed Jul 29, 2015 10:07 am
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Julie Golob, NRA mom and champion action shooter, discusses the issues around lead in a video:
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Great link Andy thank you for sharing!
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Last post by CHLLady
Sat Nov 21, 2015 2:58 pm
Israel: "Glocker Mom" carries 9MM BUL Cherokee for defense.
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surprise_i'm_armed »
Fri Oct 16, 2015 2:22 pm
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The first of the 2 links above discusses the current self defense problems in Israel and features a mother
of 4 who has been dubbed the Glocker Mom...
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Palestinian Authority Chairman Abbas stated recently that We welcome every drop of blood spilled in Jerusalem . This culture of death goes all the...
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Last post by Bitter Clinger
Tue Oct 20, 2015 10:28 am
Stun Gun Questions
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sweetmelissa »
Mon Sep 28, 2015 3:20 pm
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I'm finding contradictory information regarding stun guns in Texas. Is a permit required or not? I will have my CHL soon (hopefully) but I wanted to...
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To answer your original question, as best as I can determine, it is legal to own and carry a stun gun for self defense purposes in Texas.
If I were...
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Last post by stroo
Wed Sep 30, 2015 2:14 pm
The Real War on Women
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AndyC »
Thu Jul 02, 2015 3:56 pm
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Very interesting - I wonder if our ladies here can relate to this article.
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Well written article. I heard a clip of her testimony. It was very articulate and compelling.
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Last post by TXBO
Wed Jul 29, 2015 4:16 pm
Late pregnancy carry?
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mamabearCali »
Fri Jun 27, 2014 12:52 pm
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Ladies I am just about to go nuts. I am 26 weeks pregnant (#5) and yet again I cannot find a carry that I can do third trimester. The last two times...
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Since it's a short term problem, how about a fanny pack? There are some short comings for sure but in a few weeks you can go back to normal.
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Last post by Richbirdhunter
Tue Jul 14, 2015 5:58 am
Lethal Lace: Another Promising Option for Ladies
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jayinsat »
Fri Jan 23, 2015 8:26 pm
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Found this today. Looks like a promising, affordable option for ladies to easily carry on body, regardless of dress. Thoughts? Seems easy to make...
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I've never seen those before, thank you for sharing!
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Last post by CHLLady
Sat May 02, 2015 6:29 pm
Woman holding gun photo rejected by magazine
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CHLLady »
Sat Apr 05, 2014 8:57 pm
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A husband took a photo of his wife holding a gun and submitted it to People magazine for a beauty...
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Should have seen the contradictory looks I got today while out ruining errands with these leggings on lol lol lol.... And my necklace. Crack me up!
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Last post by redhead1220
Thu Apr 16, 2015 6:12 pm
Concealed Carry Corset: Best Purchase Ever (CHL)
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jayinsat »
Thu Dec 25, 2014 2:45 pm
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I ordered my wife the concealed carry corset from onclick= window.open(this.href);return false;. and it arrived Wednesday, just in time for...
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That is super awesome! If funds allowed, I'd buy one right NOW! :iagree:
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Last post by redhead1220
Thu Apr 16, 2015 5:47 pm
In-person carry counseling in Houston?
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RHenriksen »
Sun Apr 05, 2015 9:56 am
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My girlfriend just passed her CHL class yesterday at PSC ( :hurry: ), and while we've got a little while to wait for plastic, it's not too soon to...
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you’re saying she hates denim, I don’t know if that means that she wears dresses/skirts, or if she wears leggings and yoga pants….so I’ll recommend a...
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Last post by SewTexas
Mon Apr 06, 2015 1:30 pm
Texas Artist Anna Rose Bain
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philip964 »
Sat Sep 07, 2013 1:55 pm
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This is one of my facebook friends, Anna Rose Bain, we have never met, but I have lots of great...
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Sometimes our paradigms can be badly misguided.
I belong to several folk, country, and gospel music groups and have been pleasantly surprised in a...
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Last post by jimlongley
Sun Apr 05, 2015 11:18 am
Big Bang Bling: Fashionable Accessories
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joe817 »
Sat Feb 21, 2015 10:04 pm
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This aired last night on our CBS affiliate. Neat article.
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cool article
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Last post by SewTexas
Mon Feb 23, 2015 1:26 pm
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Last post by VMI77
Wed Feb 04, 2015 2:20 pm
Friendswood area female firearms trainers?
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LDB415 »
Mon Jan 26, 2015 10:44 pm
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I have an almost sister good friend that wants to become proficient and get her CHL. Her SO is trying to mentor her which is not a good idea at all....
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Check the PSC web site. They've offered ladies classes in the past
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Last post by Piney
Tue Jan 27, 2015 10:33 pm
Ladies... Are you training, shooting on the move?
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ChoqPOC »
Mon Nov 04, 2013 1:32 pm
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Hello Ladies...
I am fairly new to the forum, well...not really because I joined right along with my May CHL Applicant peers and had a great time...
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Shooting on the move, other than retreating to put distance between you and the treat, is a good way to get shot. I used to think it was a good skill...
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Last post by LTUME1978
Fri Jan 09, 2015 8:25 pm
I shot an AR-15 and I LIKED IT.
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CHLLady »
Sun Dec 28, 2014 6:14 pm
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Oh boy! Hubby took me twice now and I'm loving it! Now I want my own! Lol. Hubby rolls his eyes when I tell him I want a colored one. Ha! I don't...
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You can also use to add a splash (or more) of color.
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Last post by dcphoto
Tue Jan 06, 2015 11:08 am
I Shot My Stalker Tonight
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AndyC »
Mon Jan 05, 2015 12:21 pm
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I don't know if this has been posted before, but it's good reading:
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There's also a more recent...
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First handgun I ever purchased (in my early 20's) was prompted by an old boyfriend stalking a woman I was dating.
Nothing ever came of the stalking...
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Last post by RoyGBiv
Mon Jan 05, 2015 1:14 pm
Child grabs gun in purse, kills mom.
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Texsquatch »
Tue Dec 30, 2014 6:51 pm
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Just plain bad news. I know a lot of people are against ladies carrying in a purse. I don't have a real problem with it, but the purse must always be...
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Last post by carlson1
Tue Dec 30, 2014 6:55 pm
Wife wants training
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DUST FOOT »
Sat Nov 08, 2014 8:07 pm
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I am looking for a NRA basic/advanced handgun instructor with a range close to Terrell, TX. I want her to get her CHL but she needs a fair bit of...
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Mine wants CHL training too! Need location close to Childress, TX. in SE Texas Panhandle.
Thanks!
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Last post by Running Arrow Bill
Tue Dec 16, 2014 4:05 pm
Finally, a book that speaks to me. Review
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CHLLady »
Sun Feb 23, 2014 10:51 am
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I haven't read such a great woman specific self-defense book such as this one, since Armed and Female by Paxton Quigley.
Fight Like a Girl and Win:...
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Funny!
Well, I've figured out why wives won't carry. You husbands make them feel safe! You do too good of a job being the sheep dog, they don't...
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Last post by CHLLady
Thu Nov 13, 2014 9:26 pm
Just thought you might like this....
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The Annoyed Man »
Fri Oct 31, 2014 7:12 pm
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For the ladies..... my son is a gunsmith and he just finished a touch-up on his wife's carry gun. He used stripped the original finish off the gun,...
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It's not my taste but it looks like nice handiwork and I'm sure his wife will love it.
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Last post by Lisa
Sun Nov 02, 2014 5:39 pm
Sore Hands?
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Selina Kyle »
Wed Jun 11, 2014 7:34 am
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Hi ladies!!!! I was wondering if any of you have exercises you do with your hands to keep them from getting sore after shooting a pistol? I shot...
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Thanks for this tip!
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Last post by Jilly
Tue Oct 21, 2014 5:07 pm
Plus size ladies carrying
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duke »
Tue Jul 19, 2011 8:49 pm
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I was wondering if there were any plus size ladies and what method do they use to carry?
I'm a newbie and would appreciate your help.
Thanks!
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Check out this website for a CC purse.
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It won't openly advertise that they (at least some of the...
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Last post by Jilly
Tue Oct 21, 2014 4:46 pm
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