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Mon May 16, 2016 3:42 pm
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
Buying experience with AJC Sports Shop
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P12 »
Sun Dec 31, 2006 9:07 am
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I looked over this site for the best place to put this. If this is the wrong place please feel free to move or delete it.
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I agree with Glockin, Arthur is Good People. And they do have good prices. I never had a problem with Alan ,he was also very helpful to me. I have...
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Last post by thirddd
Sun Jan 14, 2007 6:01 pm
22 lr similar to Kahr P9?
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pfgrone »
Sat Jan 13, 2007 9:53 pm
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I would like to get my wife a .22 lr semi-auto that is similar to her Kahr P9 9mm. She now shoots a Ruger 22/45 for fun but consistantly has a hard...
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Don't know how much it will help, but there are about 20 .22LR pistols reviewed . I think it'll be the size and grip-to-trigger feel that will be...
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Last post by Skiprr
Sun Jan 14, 2007 3:56 pm
Leftie Wheelie???
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JLaw »
Fri Jan 12, 2007 10:21 pm
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I just got news from my Uncle Skeezix that Charter Arms is introducing a new revolver for lefties...would this be the first true leftie revolver?...
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llwatson I got tired of the brass smacking me in the forehead
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Last post by pfgrone
Sun Jan 14, 2007 1:52 pm
2007 TexasCHLforum Day at PSC
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Charles L. Cotton »
Sun Jan 07, 2007 9:24 pm
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For you folks who like to plan early, we are holding the 2007 TexasCHLforum Day at PSC on Saturday, Sept. 29th. It will probably run from 8:00 am to...
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I'd definitely like to be there. I'll see what I can arrange. I do greatly appreciate the early notice. With my job, I need some planning time. I'll...
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Last post by MTICop
Sun Jan 14, 2007 11:42 am
New Toys
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jbirds1210 »
Thu Jan 11, 2007 4:14 pm
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Santa filled my Christmas card with gun funds this year.
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Man, I wish I had been that creative first.
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Last post by longtooth
Sun Jan 14, 2007 7:58 am
January 17th - Spring, TX
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MrDrummy »
Sat Jan 13, 2007 2:19 am
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Anyone in the Spring, TX area? I'd love to meet up and shoot a box!
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Mr. Drummy, PM sent.
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Last post by SRVA
Sat Jan 13, 2007 10:53 pm
Cz 40p?
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thirddd »
Fri Jan 12, 2007 10:22 pm
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Does anyone have any info. on this pistol? It is light and feels good in the hand. Nice price. i know of CZ but never owned or fired one. Can not...
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thirddd,
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Last post by OverEasy
Sat Jan 13, 2007 10:05 pm
Introduce yourself thread
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Show Killer »
Tue Feb 14, 2006 8:49 am
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I'll bring this one back from the dead.
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We wound up having two introduction threads, so I'm locking this one. The permanent Introduction thread is a sticky in the .
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Last post by Charles L. Cotton
Fri Jan 12, 2007 4:18 pm
Place to shoot around Lufkin
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AR Traveler »
Thu Jan 11, 2007 11:03 pm
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Hi Guys and Gals,
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I will get things clear for the afternoon :fire
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Last post by longtooth
Thu Jan 11, 2007 11:59 pm
FFL
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Stupid »
Tue Jan 09, 2007 9:49 pm
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Thinking about getting a FFL myself, which allows me to get dealer's discount. In a short period of time, the cost would be recovered. I don't plan...
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No. Only Type 01 and 07 FFLs (Dealers and Manufacturers) can use USPS for handguns.
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Last post by KBCraig
Thu Jan 11, 2007 11:36 pm
SKS toys
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WheySmart »
Fri Dec 29, 2006 12:40 am
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I got a Yugoslavian made SKS 59/66 for Christmas and was wondering what toys I should look for at a gun show this weekend. It has a bayonet, wood...
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I see, I have a pretty good idea of where you are talking about.
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Last post by WheySmart
Thu Jan 11, 2007 7:15 pm
Airline Piliots - inside scoop - good news!
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gigag04 »
Wed Jan 03, 2007 3:57 am
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I was making conversation today with a pilot on our shuttle to the airport from the parking lot where we park.
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The original Mozambique drill was a result of COM that did not stop the BG, the next shot was to the head. The BG was found to be wearing armor. true...
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Last post by lrb111
Thu Jan 11, 2007 6:58 pm
Man cleared of capital murder charges in slayings of two
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Paladin »
Mon Jan 08, 2007 3:48 pm
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Don't know much about this one, besides what's in the article.
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I read WheySmart's meaning of culture as the bad portion of the current younger generation, and not the culture of just one race.
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Last post by kw5kw
Thu Jan 11, 2007 2:59 pm
IDPA? Dallas Pistol Club members?
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dallas_drummer »
Sun Jan 07, 2007 9:34 pm
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Any advice on how to get started? I've never done any shooting along these lines but am very interested.
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I went to tonights match. Didn't shoot but met some really nice people. Got a chance to get aquainted with how the matched run..ect ect. I can't wait...
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Last post by dallas_drummer
Thu Jan 11, 2007 12:07 am
Assault Rifle
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WheySmart »
Sun Jan 07, 2007 3:24 pm
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Assault Rifle ...I term we hear often in today's society. It is in the news, in movies, it comes up in conversation sometimes.
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The 5.56 round kicks a little in an AR15/M16 if everything works right. It's when it DOESN'T work right that it kicks quite a bit. I had an M16 that...
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Last post by Mithras61
Wed Jan 10, 2007 7:15 pm
Well I think the pigs started flying
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Shu »
Thu Dec 28, 2006 9:05 pm
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Ok so for christmas I talked my fiancee into getting me my taurus 1911, Well she got it for me.
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:iagree:
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Last post by kw5kw
Wed Jan 10, 2007 9:41 am
Federal Hydro Shok Ammo
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Stupid »
Sun Jan 07, 2007 12:45 am
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Where do you guys buy Federal Hydro Shok JHP ammo?
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They take all of their orders by phone, so they should be able to give you an exact amount before you order.
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Last post by Mike1951
Tue Jan 09, 2007 8:49 pm
gun show?
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dallas_drummer »
Fri Jan 05, 2007 9:44 pm
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Who's going to the gunshow tomorrow? I'll be there at 9 am. Might be considering a trade for a XD .40 cal for my Glock 19 if anyone is interested.
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dallas_drummer, you got a heck of a price on that glock. I paid $435 new for mine a couple years ago.
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Last post by Trope
Tue Jan 09, 2007 1:02 am
Ciener 1911 conversion kit
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j1132s »
Sun Jan 07, 2007 5:11 am
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I'd like to update my previous posting regarding the above at:
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I have had my Ciener conversion on my Kimber for about three years and use it regularly. No problems at all.
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Last post by SRVA
Mon Jan 08, 2007 12:25 pm
Can a felon own a gun?
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RPBrown »
Sat Dec 23, 2006 7:41 am
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I have an employee that was convicted of a felony drug charge 25 years ago (18 yrs old at the time). I know he can never get a CHL but in reading the...
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Yup. Sorry.
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Last post by barres
Mon Jan 08, 2007 12:05 pm
New Deep Conceal Rig
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longtooth »
Fri Jan 05, 2007 6:50 pm
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The new deep conceal rig. I have never really been completely satisfied w/ the .3AT in my back pocket when I cant carry my .45. I recently acquired...
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I don't mind. Honored.
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Last post by Venus Pax
Sun Jan 07, 2007 10:44 pm
Ammo prices
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AR Traveler »
Mon Jan 01, 2007 5:50 pm
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Since my arsenal doesn't have the recommended daily allowance of ammo yet and I'm always looking for ways to save money and/or shoot more, does...
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Ok, I started a thread called assault rifle, lets move it in there..I am sorry for getting off topic.
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Last post by WheySmart
Sun Jan 07, 2007 10:01 pm
Dallas man finds burglar stealing guns from his home
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fisherchris »
Thu Jan 04, 2007 10:33 pm
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I would bet the bad guy would be in even worse shape if the homeowner was already there instead of happening upon the bad guy when he arrived home....
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I didn't even think about his gang, good point. I guess that is why you keep several mags loaded. :cool:
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Last post by WheySmart
Sat Jan 06, 2007 1:45 pm
Have you fires a Sig 220?
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TX Rancher »
Tue Jan 02, 2007 7:23 pm
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Has anyone tried the Sig P220 in single action? I've been reading about them lately, and would like to get some feedback from folks that have shot...
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I think I understand. But when I selected my handgun (P95) the most important after reliability was the Safety position, and ease of operation. I...
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Last post by Liberty
Sat Jan 06, 2007 1:43 pm
Rifle sleeve - Part II
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Chris »
Wed Jan 03, 2007 7:44 pm
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i have more understanding of why leather products are so expensive now. leather is not cheap. i had to buy 12 square feet to get what little bit i...
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Chris...
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Last post by stevie_d_64
Sat Jan 06, 2007 8:26 am
Dog Shooting (Houston)
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jbirds1210 »
Fri Dec 29, 2006 8:31 pm
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Lawman shoots his own foot trying to fight off pit bull attack
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I agree G.C.
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Last post by fm2
Sat Jan 06, 2007 1:26 am
Hunter almost shot as feral hog charges
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Greybeard »
Sat Dec 23, 2006 6:07 pm
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Maybe you some of you guys have already seen this little clip, but it was new to me.
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Coincidently, this one (evidently quite a stinker)
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Last post by Greybeard
Fri Jan 05, 2007 7:30 pm
A 1911 Convert!
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wrightcrew »
Wed Dec 27, 2006 12:17 am
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Unlike some of you, I've only been shooting handguns for about a year or so. Up until today, my experience has been solely with Glocks and...
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Every held or better yet SHOT a Dane Burns Custom.... :twisted:
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Last post by Jeremae
Fri Jan 05, 2007 5:50 pm
Dallas Homeowner Shoots Intruder
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Paladin »
Wed Jan 03, 2007 11:11 am
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Dallas Homeowner Shoots Intruder
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What I'm trying to say is that anyone can sue you. Then you have to hire a lawyer, who at best will get the case thrown out on a preliminary motion....
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Last post by seamusTX
Fri Jan 05, 2007 4:20 pm
Speaking of catching predators...
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gigag04 »
Thu Jan 04, 2007 12:16 am
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The predator story reminded me of this. I'm not advocating it, but it is a funny story, especially if you know my uncle.
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Nice.
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Last post by gigag04
Fri Jan 05, 2007 11:09 am
Aggravated Robbery in Houston
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jbirds1210 »
Thu Dec 28, 2006 7:54 am
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Apparent robbery goes fatally wrong
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I've shot plenty of skeet with my 870 pump, (even scored a few 25's), but I wouldn't make that claim. As fast and accurate maybe, but not faster. ;-)...
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Last post by hi-power
Fri Jan 05, 2007 10:45 am
Any New Years resolutions or plans?
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stevie_d_64 »
Sat Dec 30, 2006 12:43 am
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If anything I wish all of you a happy, healthy and prosperous one...
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Haha--
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Last post by MrDrummy
Thu Jan 04, 2007 8:37 pm
Anyone know when the NRA Gun Show is?
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Doug.38PR »
Thu Jan 04, 2007 11:19 am
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Year before last, some friends of mine attended the NRA gun show in Houston. It was a big event where you COULD NOT buy anything, but you could look...
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St. Louis this year! Looks to be held April 12-17. I really enjoyed the Houston show a couple of years ago. I hope that Houston decides to host it...
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Last post by jbirds1210
Thu Jan 04, 2007 11:31 am
My O My!!
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OverEasy »
Tue Jan 02, 2007 8:53 pm
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Here's a great story from HOUSTON!
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Picture-takin' sometimes not the best idea if doofi with guns can see ya. Last time I got shot at was while down on one knee to steady telephoto...
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Last post by Greybeard
Wed Jan 03, 2007 7:48 pm
4" Barrel in 1911
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Geister »
Wed Dec 27, 2006 3:33 am
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Do any of you carry a 1911 with a 4 barrel? I thought about getting one of the 1911 with a 3 barrel but I've heard of reliability problems. I was...
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I think you may get all sorts of opinions on 5 vs 4 vs 3 for the 1911’s. For me personally, I prefer a 4 in over the 5 in for concealed carry, but...
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Last post by TX Rancher
Wed Jan 03, 2007 6:23 pm
Overrated...
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dallas_drummer »
Mon Jan 01, 2007 7:41 pm
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Alright, I just got home from a awesome day out at the garland range. Got to shoot some clay and several pistols. My new XD got most of my time as it...
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A lot of people report that an XD points more naturally for them than others they have fired. I guess I need to go grope one up :twisted:
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Last post by Rex B
Wed Jan 03, 2007 6:18 pm
Airport baggage theft in Houston
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KBCraig »
Wed Jan 03, 2007 2:31 pm
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5 charged in Texas airport luggage thefts
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yeah, shortbus special
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Last post by casselthief
Wed Jan 03, 2007 4:51 pm
Houston Gun show in GR Brown
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Stupid »
Tue Jan 02, 2007 8:11 pm
Just another stupid question. My friend told me that he saw someone was selling KelTec Sub2000, but he couldn't remember which one. It's not those...
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Last post by Stupid
Tue Jan 02, 2007 8:11 pm
Now I know Why My Ears Have Been Burning
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jbenat »
Tue Jan 02, 2007 5:14 pm
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You guys been talking about me! :smile: Just got through doing the initial cleaning of Txbells new SA Micro Compact to remove the factory goop. I'm...
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jbenat,
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Last post by longtooth
Tue Jan 02, 2007 7:50 pm
How Do You Like Your Taurus 24/7 in 9mm???
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tex45acp »
Mon Jan 01, 2007 10:42 am
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Happy New Year to all,
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You can always go with the Kel-Tec P11 and with the money you save, spend on a full-size gun.
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Last post by Geister
Tue Jan 02, 2007 3:08 am
New baby!~
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dallas_drummer »
Fri Dec 29, 2006 7:09 pm
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Today I did something very bad...haha. I went to the gun store over lunch and saw something that had me salivating for the rest of the day. So much...
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Thanks, Casselthief-- We're tryin'!
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Last post by MrDrummy
Tue Jan 02, 2007 12:43 am
Shooting as a kid in the country Vs. as an adult in the DFW
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p99guy »
Sun Dec 17, 2006 1:17 pm
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One of the things most cherished about my upbringing was living in the country on the big ranches(Hossle near Graford, The Burns, south of Henrietta)...
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yes, the 9mm pistol firing in the next lane contributed to it sounding like
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Last post by p99guy
Mon Jan 01, 2007 10:28 pm
Good Reminder on Cops
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gigag04 »
Sat Dec 30, 2006 9:02 pm
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I'm watching cops while I'm waiting on a dinner date, and they officer gets a call to go to a burglary. He says to the camera, en route, that he...
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Stephen King's It did that for me.
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Last post by seamusTX
Mon Jan 01, 2007 9:31 pm
Interesting expierience at Walmart
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Daltex1 »
Thu Dec 28, 2006 4:22 pm
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Went to Walmart on 12/27 and was there to get some 223 ammo, told the guy I wanted 10 boxes, he said that he only had 6 boxes left because the rest...
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Went back to my local Walmart yesterday and found they had restocked their .45 ammo and had Blazer Brass again - still at $9.96 a box. Bought some...
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Last post by Commander
Sun Dec 31, 2006 10:51 am
Lufkin's Darwin Award For 2006
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longtooth »
Sat Dec 30, 2006 1:36 pm
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The folowing is the front page of the Lufkin Daily News.
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It gets worse every day. this guy has the liquor store robber beat. My car won't lock with the keys in the ignition which may be a good thing as...
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Last post by Tote 9
Sat Dec 30, 2006 8:45 pm
Hot Brass!!
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OverEasy »
Fri Dec 29, 2006 11:04 pm
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If you haven't been burned yet, you don't shoot enough!
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I've still got a bit of a scar on my right arm from a .45 shell. I was standing behind and to the right of a shooter, with my arms crossed. BOOM,...
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Last post by Thane
Sat Dec 30, 2006 4:50 pm
HIP on hunting license may save you a ticket
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Shu »
Thu Dec 28, 2006 4:35 pm
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Ok something that I did not know,
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I wish he'd lecture the entire DPS about driving in the left lane when not passing. ;-)
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Last post by KBCraig
Sat Dec 30, 2006 9:43 am
employment question
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dallas_drummer »
Tue Dec 26, 2006 10:27 pm
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Hey everyone. While I have no prior experiance I'm extremly interested in working at a gun shop. I was wondering if anyone had any recomendations on...
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I will be starting a new job at a gun store soon. I just went in and asked if they were hiring, the manager said they were accepting applications and...
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Last post by DustinB
Sat Dec 30, 2006 1:46 am
Inept Criminal 101
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Skiprr »
Mon Dec 25, 2006 12:57 am
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Some of you may have seen this, but I can't resist posting the link.
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As someone who has been burglarized this year, I'm both amused and angered by this video. I fully expect that within 90 days, this biscuitheaded,...
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Last post by G.C.Montgomery
Fri Dec 29, 2006 8:41 pm
Anyone from San antonio
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Shu »
Fri Dec 29, 2006 7:15 pm
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Just wandering if there are any fellow san antones here and wouldnt mind going to the range with me. And maybe show me the ropes
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Hey J1132s, your coming to my Range on the 6th? I am a Range officer for the Fayette County Gun Club and will be there that morning . if you or...
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Last post by Texasdoc
Fri Dec 29, 2006 7:47 pm
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