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Mon May 16, 2016 3:42 pm
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Last post by Charles L. Cotton
Mon Aug 31, 2015 3:54 pm
Crime Statistics: CHL v. General Population
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Charles L. Cotton »
Wed Aug 06, 2008 2:22 pm
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CHLs have proven themselves to be responsible and law-abiding and the public deserves to know that the unscrupulous scare tactics used by opponents...
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2015 Crime Stats have been published by DPS:
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Last post by bblhd672
Wed Oct 26, 2016 9:14 am
Experience w/Bluefire Training in DFW
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Sidewayz »
Tue Jan 08, 2008 1:38 pm
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Im getting signed up for CHL class in early Febuary. Just wanted to get some input on your experience with Bluefire Training Academy.
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I took my last renewal from Paul. Also have had a couple of handguns shipped to him as well. Good luck on your class.
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Last post by OnTexasTime
Wed Jan 09, 2008 8:53 pm
* 77
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drinks »
Tue Jan 08, 2008 4:48 pm
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My cousin e mailed me about something called , supposed to be a number you can call from your cell phone, give your location and find out if an...
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Don't feel like the Lone Ranger Snake Doctor. My wife would probably believe Oprah before me too, and we've been married 25 years! :confused5:
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Last post by Keith B
Wed Jan 09, 2008 2:42 pm
displaying a weapon a threat?
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threeg45 »
Sun Jan 06, 2008 8:37 am
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A question in regards to a question about displying a weapon.
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Gunshops like that should know better. Customer satisfaction is nonexistent. Oh well not anymore in today's world. I go to Walmart and be happy.
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Last post by zigzag
Wed Jan 09, 2008 1:49 pm
CCW weapon recommendation?
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lawrnk »
Sun Jan 06, 2008 2:51 pm
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I’m looking at replacing my kel-tec and using it as a BUG. I’m looking at the glock 27.
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Glock 23 and 19
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Last post by zigzag
Wed Jan 09, 2008 1:45 pm
Carry at private school ok??
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dwsUSA »
Wed Jan 09, 2008 1:13 am
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I know carrying at a government school is off limits (just one more thing that is wrong with government schools). But is carrying at a private school...
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Yep. You can get permission from the Administrator/Pastor/President to carry and it will also be fine.
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Last post by carlson1
Wed Jan 09, 2008 1:07 pm
CHL Lake Jackson - S.Houston or Brazoria/Galveston County
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jrmy_1 »
Sun Jan 06, 2008 8:35 pm
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I'm looking for a CHL instructor/range near Lake Jackson that will offer CHL as well as advanced handgun tactical training, both indoor and outdoor,...
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You can't find better instructors or a better place to shoot in that area.
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Last post by seamusTX
Wed Jan 09, 2008 11:06 am
51 % sign at a gas station
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Laneman »
Tue Jan 08, 2008 6:10 pm
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A rural gas station that also does auto repair has a 51% sign posted above their beer refrigerators. I doubt that he does greater than 51% of his...
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There is nothing in the penal code that says you can't carry if there is a 51% sign. There is a section in the penal code (PC §46.035 (b) (1)) that...
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Last post by barres
Wed Jan 09, 2008 9:27 am
Sorry to all the PhD's out there...
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Snake Doctor »
Mon Jan 07, 2008 1:16 pm
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Here is a funny email I just received from my dad.
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I always liked the story about the Drill Sergeant and his basic training platoon. He had a detail to do, so he lined the platoon up and asked them...
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Last post by srothstein
Wed Jan 09, 2008 12:40 am
Fort Worth Stock show posted
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chadster1 »
Sun Jan 29, 2006 9:23 pm
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I went to the Fort Worth Stock show today and it was properly posted with the 30.06 signage at every entrance I saw. The State Fair allows CHL but...
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Thanks for the help. I didn't even think about the FFA /school thing.
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Last post by numist
Tue Jan 08, 2008 10:12 pm
Would You Be Justified In Shooting If...
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dihappy »
Mon Jan 07, 2008 5:31 am
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?
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Nah, it wasn't you OR the conversations on the topic of this thread.
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Last post by txinvestigator
Tue Jan 08, 2008 6:46 pm
another shooting range death
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striker55 »
Mon Jan 07, 2008 8:52 am
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as reported in the Houston Chronicle, my wife is starting to worry whenever I go to the range.
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Read in todays paper that it was ruled a suicide.
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Last post by striker55
Tue Jan 08, 2008 10:03 am
Daycare/church question...
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BoneDigger »
Thu Jan 03, 2008 4:19 pm
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My daughter goes to a daycare that is run by a church. The daycare also serves as a PRE-school. Would this type of fascility meet the requirements of...
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You're absolutely right. You DON'T get to choose when you need your gun. However, we're not talking about something that's subjective here. By your...
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Last post by DoubleActionCHL
Mon Jan 07, 2008 10:37 pm
New CHL sign
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Kalrog »
Fri Jan 04, 2008 11:02 am
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My company just switched professional organizations (think an outsourced HR / payroll department for small companies) as of 1 January and I was just...
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Knowing Mitch a bit (yeah, we are small enough that even the president is a first name person - 20 employees total), I would guess that his first...
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Last post by Kalrog
Mon Jan 07, 2008 10:03 pm
HOW DO YOU PROMOTE CHL?
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shootthesheet »
Sat Jan 05, 2008 10:48 pm
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I was in Academy in Abilene today, again. I overheard one of the male employees at the gun counter boasting how a CHL would improve the process of...
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He frequently delivers packages to me which are obviously long guns.
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Last post by Mike1951
Mon Jan 07, 2008 9:46 pm
Gun Show - Lubbock 1/5-6 2007 & 30.06
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Owens »
Sun Jan 06, 2008 11:00 pm
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Went to the show (Silver Spur). Nothing seemed to follow me home.
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I have even seen some 51% signs posted at the CC, but not all doors. It's been several years ago and I saw them on two separate occasions. Kind of...
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Last post by troglodyte
Mon Jan 07, 2008 6:49 pm
Will copies work in a pinch???
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cstierhoff »
Mon Jan 07, 2008 4:47 am
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Hey All,
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Kind of a funny story dealing with this. One of the guys I went to the police academy pulled over a guy one night. The guy said he didn't have his...
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Last post by gregthehand
Mon Jan 07, 2008 1:25 pm
what does this sign mean
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tboesche »
Fri Jan 04, 2008 12:27 pm
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OK, I am walking into a corner convinience type store that has a Wendy's, some other fast food joint, you can buy your gas(Ithink it was a Chevron)...
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No, it is not harder or easier to porsecute a Unlawfully Carrying Weapons with a any type of sign posted. The UCW law makes no mention of a sign;...
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Last post by txinvestigator
Mon Jan 07, 2008 9:59 am
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Last post by lawrnk
Mon Jan 07, 2008 9:42 am
Zoo Carry
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RCP »
Fri Dec 28, 2007 2:15 pm
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Does anyone know if the local zoos are posted 30.06? I seem to remember them being off limits due to 30.06 postings but haven't been in years so I'm...
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It was a bad day at work for me. I had read an email that morning before I left that one of her friends were going to see you there (the zoo) that...
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Last post by Dragonfighter
Mon Jan 07, 2008 1:33 am
Dr. visit
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smyrna »
Sun Dec 30, 2007 9:44 pm
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I know this has been covered here before but I thought I would relay my experience.
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Good point about th DUI G-Ma.
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Last post by smyrna
Sun Jan 06, 2008 2:33 pm
Pizza deliveryman who shot robber had gun permit
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SC1903A3 »
Fri Dec 28, 2007 9:00 pm
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Bad Guys: 0 Good Guys: 1
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Now I know. If I have the chance to order from Domino's, I'll be sure not to take it.
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Last post by ELB
Sat Jan 05, 2008 7:07 pm
IWB holsters and pant sizes
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MegaWatt »
Tue Dec 18, 2007 10:40 pm
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I'm experimenting with a IWB holster and pant size. (Jeans) I take a 34 but if I put the rig inside the waistband, it's pretty tight so I bought a 36...
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I first read that as carrying Commando , and I was thinking OK that's too much information! .
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Last post by MrsFosforos
Sat Jan 05, 2008 5:19 pm
There is hope yet for the wife!!!!!
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G.C.Montgomery »
Sat Dec 29, 2007 11:50 pm
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Earlier today, the wife told me she was headed into 3rd Ward (Houston) to get her hair done. Now many of you might simply suggest going elsewhere (as...
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G.C., I'm glad your wife is recognizing that. That's very encouraging.
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Last post by Venus Pax
Sat Jan 05, 2008 12:28 pm
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Last post by Venus Pax
Sat Jan 05, 2008 12:18 pm
Abilene Reporter News Story
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TX_TLC »
Fri Jan 04, 2008 11:32 pm
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Article from todays Abilene Reporter News...aka Abilene Distorter News...
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I find it interesting that this guy is both pro-abortion and anti-gun.
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Last post by Crossfire
Sat Jan 05, 2008 8:28 am
Remember to pack, even for a quick trip out to the car...
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NcongruNt »
Fri Jan 04, 2008 12:26 am
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Another reason to always carry, even if you're just walking out to your car...
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Thanks for the reminder NcongruNt.
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Last post by Turfspanker
Fri Jan 04, 2008 11:02 pm
How to avoid an 'AD' AND a 'man with gun' call
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sailor2000 »
Wed Jan 02, 2008 9:53 pm
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So.... I am going to a bank I use occasionally, and they are posted 30-06, so that means in the parking lot I have to unholster my pistol from my...
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Interesting...
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Last post by HooG19
Fri Jan 04, 2008 9:40 pm
chl picture rejections
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glss350 »
Sat Dec 29, 2007 8:28 pm
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they did not accept the picture that was taken by the class instructor ,
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We need an I Disagree smiley. Hillary would have that effect on us law-abiding types, but likely a far different one on BG's.
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Last post by LarryH
Fri Jan 04, 2008 9:06 pm
Harris County DA in the Deep Darks
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anygunanywhere »
Mon Dec 31, 2007 8:11 pm
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Sounds like the Harris County GOP is abandoning Rosenthal for his indiscretions.
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There is an interesting approach Kelly Siegler took during her announcement the other evening...
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Last post by stevie_d_64
Fri Jan 04, 2008 8:30 pm
Armed Robbers Strike Frisco Jewelry Store
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ScubaSigGuy »
Fri Dec 14, 2007 3:06 pm
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I have been debating posting this since I found out about it on Wednesday one week after it happened. The problem is that it has been running through...
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Seems to me if you are in a small jewelry store and two men come in with masks and guns, you can consider yourself in mortal danger and act...
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Last post by Rex B
Fri Jan 04, 2008 4:29 pm
shopper robbed at gunpoint
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nando »
Thu Dec 13, 2007 2:10 pm
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what would you do if you were the victim?
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Here is a winner...
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Last post by lawrnk
Fri Jan 04, 2008 11:17 am
hydroshock ammo?
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nando »
Tue Jan 01, 2008 7:48 pm
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I own a Glock 23,and I went to Academy and decided to purchase a case of Federal Hydroshock ammo.Now I've heard that these might be considered armour...
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That is the correct link. I have it bookmarked. I made a mistake by saying Ammotogo. I apoligize for any inconvenience this may have caused anyone....
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Last post by Right2Carry
Wed Jan 02, 2008 6:33 pm
Gun-packing man, 65, fights off 5 thugs
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SC1903A3 »
Mon Dec 31, 2007 6:14 pm
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Here's another one from Florida. He sounds like one tough old bird.
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Bonus points to WKMG for correctly identifying the victim...or at least, the intended victim.
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Last post by KD5NRH
Wed Jan 02, 2008 12:02 am
Security Job
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NguyenVanDon »
Mon Dec 31, 2007 6:06 pm
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A friend called me a few minutes ago telling me that his cousin just got hired to be a security guard for a private company. His job requires him to...
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That Bureau is a real mouth full. I liked it much better when CHL was Unit . ;-)
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Last post by Greybeard
Tue Jan 01, 2008 10:31 pm
LOST a complete carry rig yesterday.
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longtooth »
Tue Jan 01, 2008 10:58 am
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Last August my son (MTICop) & I gave my Mom a Galco Miami Classic for here Sig 232 as a Bday present.
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Had a great one maam. Hope the same for you & Mars. Tell him I said Hi.
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Last post by longtooth
Tue Jan 01, 2008 8:22 pm
A Little New Year's Cheer
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Dragonfighter »
Tue Jan 01, 2008 3:57 am
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2 people wounded tonight by falling bullets in Dallas. One was a two year old girl in her trailer house with the family. The bullet pierced the top...
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And yet we have a hole in the ceiling of a mobile home, a deformed bullet in the carpet and a screaming two year old girl with a laceration on the...
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Last post by Dragonfighter
Tue Jan 01, 2008 6:05 pm
Great Wolf Lodge in Grapevine Texas
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sar »
Tue Dec 25, 2007 5:12 pm
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is it posted 30.06?
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It only open to guests at the hotel or guests of theirs. OTOH, if you have enough people, it's very worth it. For one night's stay, you can use the...
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Last post by sar
Tue Jan 01, 2008 12:10 pm
Life Insurance through NRA
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Venus Pax »
Tue Jan 01, 2008 10:16 am
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Doesn't the NRA give some basic level of life insurance with membership?
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Yes, there's a $5,000 accidental death benefit that is free, but you have to sign up for it. It's limited to accidents that occur in the course of...
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Last post by seamusTX
Tue Jan 01, 2008 10:30 am
What impact could 2008 elections have on TX CHls?
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maximus2161 »
Mon Dec 31, 2007 1:47 am
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Note: This is NOT a political bashing thread of any type.
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I think the real reason the Republic of Texas does not secede is because there was a war the last time we tried. When we are ready for another war,...
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Last post by srothstein
Mon Dec 31, 2007 9:16 pm
Got made at church today!
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jimlongley »
Sun Dec 30, 2007 5:33 pm
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We frequently have ugs at church and I have successfully, until today, avoided getting made.
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For those who may not know, since the question came up about the tax exemption stuff, it is perfectly legal for a CHL to carry into a place of...
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Last post by kauboy
Mon Dec 31, 2007 4:04 pm
Taco Cabana; NO WEAPONS ON OUR PROPERTY
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fiftycal »
Mon Apr 23, 2007 4:28 pm
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I emailed Taco Cabana about their policy on 30.06 signs. I received this in response.
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Ummm... How does a courtesy sign on a door carry any force of law if it does not meet 30.06 specs (which are VERY specific), and how can a 30.06 sign...
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Last post by Liko81
Mon Dec 31, 2007 3:12 pm
Woman in Southern California killed by 3 dogs
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dukalmighty »
Thu Dec 27, 2007 9:52 pm
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I just saw a news clip where a woman was attacked and kiled by 3 dogs and the next day when officers went to retrieve the dogs they had to shoot 2 of...
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Yeah, my Winchester Model 12 prints to beat the band.
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Last post by Dragonfighter
Sun Dec 30, 2007 8:27 pm
wifey involved?
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rguerra911 »
Fri Dec 28, 2007 8:36 pm
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for the last 7 1/2 years, i have been trying to get my wife involved with guns. she would not even touch them. she was glad that i was carrying cuz...
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My wife carries. She does not enjoy range practice but she understands the necessity of being able to operate the firearm proficiently. She used to...
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Last post by Dragonfighter
Sun Dec 30, 2007 8:21 pm
So... I can carry in the state Capitol building???
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Stupid »
Sat Dec 29, 2007 10:45 pm
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So... I can carry in the state Capitol building, right? Sorry, I am stupid. I got this right, right?
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Okay, that's what I had originally been thinking but just wanted to make sure.
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Last post by Russell
Sun Dec 30, 2007 8:12 pm
Carry at the American Airlines Center?
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Eddie A. »
Fri Dec 28, 2007 5:05 pm
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I'm attending a Trans-Siberian Orchestra concert at the American Airlines center and was wondering if anyone has carried there or knows if you can?...
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Just an update. I went to see the Tran-Siberian Orchestra and decided NOT to be the test case. However, I didn't go unarmed, I had my tactical folder...
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Last post by Eddie A.
Sun Dec 30, 2007 2:09 am
Is Six Flags in Arlington posted?
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BoneDigger »
Sat Dec 29, 2007 12:09 pm
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The family is planning a trip to Six Flags in Arlington tomorrow and I was wondering if it is posted as per 30.06.
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They don't make it easy.
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Last post by seamusTX
Sat Dec 29, 2007 8:42 pm
AZ/FL CCW as a Texas resident, doable?
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briggs »
Thu Dec 27, 2007 4:02 pm
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Hello fellow CCW folks,
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Don't know @ your situation but I'm a TX resident and have a FL nonresident CCW. Got stopped over Tgiving in Orlando and presented both just to be...
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Last post by heliguy972
Sat Dec 29, 2007 4:35 pm
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Last post by Venus Pax
Sat Dec 29, 2007 4:34 pm
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Last post by dukalmighty
Sat Dec 29, 2007 3:57 pm
Removal of 30.06 Sign
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kbarrick »
Fri Dec 28, 2007 7:50 pm
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A few months ago while going into Higginbotham Bros Hardware and Lumber, I noticed one of the very few 30.06 signs that have seen in Brownwood. After...
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I don't live there but may be in Brownwood tomorrow. I might just swing by there and shake someone's hand.
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Last post by Greybeard
Fri Dec 28, 2007 9:41 pm
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