Gun, shooting and equipment discussions unrelated to CHL issues
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Last post by Charles L. Cotton
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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Last post by Charles L. Cotton
Thu Sep 03, 2009 1:07 pm
ammo on sale
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Venus Pax »
Sun Jul 08, 2007 9:47 pm
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Remington .40 cal is on sale at Atascocita Wal-Mart for $11.
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FWIW, I always cruise by the ammo counter when I'm at Walmart.
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Last post by RoyGBiv
Mon Jun 14, 2021 10:37 am
Introduce yourself
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troglodyte »
Fri Dec 24, 2004 5:05 pm
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As this is a new site, I thought it might be helpful to introduce ourselves as we come on board. Sometimes it helps to know a little about the author...
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Should I reintroduce myself? :cool:
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Last post by Chris
Wed Mar 10, 2021 12:21 am
Pictures Of Your Daily Carry
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carlson1 »
Mon Nov 20, 2006 4:37 pm
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I thought it would be fun to view our likes and dislikes. If you are afraid of revealing your secret then you do not have to post.
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They have them on amazon right now for $129. Not too bad, I think it is about what I paid. I got mine there.
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Last post by surferdaddy
Wed Jul 08, 2020 2:36 pm
LCP Recall
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SCone »
Wed Oct 29, 2008 11:24 pm
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Just got an email recalling my LCP. Seems that if you drop the gun with a cartridge in the chamber, it could fire. DUHHHH..........
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Still not locked? :coolgleamA:
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Last post by Terryr21
Mon Apr 27, 2020 12:58 pm
What's the Origin of Your User Name?
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bigolbigun »
Sun Oct 29, 2006 4:53 pm
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There are some very interesting names on this board. All of them with a story behind them I'm sure. I thought it would be interesting to see where...
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Uh... old cop... and donut357 was too cliché ;-j
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Last post by Coffee357
Sun Oct 27, 2019 2:19 pm
Show your DIY Ideas and Projects
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Charles L. Cotton »
Sun Feb 19, 2012 6:36 pm
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There is a thread on a Corvette forum I read that members use to post their DIY projects. They run from mods for their 'Vette to DIY tools and...
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In order to stay busy I'm building a hunting buggy from an electric golf cart. My project is a 1994 EZGO TXT. It has seen better days but I'm always...
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Last post by anygunanywhere
Sun Jan 20, 2019 6:26 pm
Links for gun safe info in the works
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ScubaSigGuy »
Sun Apr 15, 2007 3:37 pm
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I am compiling a list of websites for information on gun safes. Much like LT's list for holsters. If you have any info that you would like to add...
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After much research on the issue, I think Amsec makes one of the best safes out there. Here is a link to review about
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Last post by Qunine
Sun Jun 24, 2018 10:13 am
Gun Safety Rules
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jbenat »
Thu Mar 09, 2006 2:09 pm
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I just read this at Posted by Plink (Mike) on 03/07/2006 and thought it is worth passing on.
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I think of those rules as foundational. They are excellent when handling a firearm. Situations in which you are discharging firearms make their safe...
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Last post by MaduroBU
Sun Oct 15, 2017 3:39 pm
911 tape released - why we own guns!!
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age_ranger »
Fri Jan 11, 2008 5:06 pm
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If this doesn't spell it out enough, nothing ever will. It's gut wrenching and I think every CHL holder and gun owner should listen to it. Didn't see...
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Wow...that's gut wrenching to listen too. Being a 911 operator must be one tough job. That was just one call, i can imagine a month on the job :???:
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Last post by shillow
Thu Mar 21, 2013 6:19 pm
Red Dots on 1911’s
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carlson1 »
Tue Jun 22, 2021 7:57 pm
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Okay I am a huge fan of Trijicon RMR. On my Glock 43X I even have a Trijicon RMRcc. It works like a top.
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I had a Girsan 45 with a red dot on it. Seemed to work out well enough. I sold it only because I’m just not a fan of the 45 caliber
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Last post by Tex1961
Tue Jun 22, 2021 8:11 pm
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Last post by powerboatr
Tue Jun 22, 2021 6:16 pm
Question about red dots on pistols...
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newTexan »
Tue Jun 22, 2021 10:25 am
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If you buy a pistol with a red dot from the factory, is it zeroed from the factory, or do you have to sight it in?
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Shoot, verify point of aim, then adjust. A fixed sight is extremely close or zeroed. A red dot or adjustable sight requires adjustment.
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Last post by Deitz83
Tue Jun 22, 2021 2:55 pm
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Last post by johncanfield
Sun Jun 20, 2021 7:17 am
Winchester/NRA Marksmanship - challenging you!
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Scott B. »
Mon Jan 01, 2018 1:40 pm
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Allow me to proselytize here for a bit about the Winchester/NRA Marksmanship Qualification Program.
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Got the second America's Rifle Distinguished Expert stage today. Knocking at the door on the third stage... hit 8/10 three times... all I need is...
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Last post by Paladin
Sat Jun 19, 2021 6:26 pm
Fixed Blade EDC
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cmgee67 »
Tue Jun 08, 2021 7:45 am
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I’m venturing off into trying carrying a fixed blade for daily carry starting today. I’ve got several choices so I think that I am going to try each...
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Gerber, my sister bought it for me many years ago
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Last post by crazy2medic
Thu Jun 10, 2021 6:40 pm
Biometric Handgun Safe
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4copas »
Tue Jun 08, 2021 11:11 pm
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I’m shopping for a Biometric Handgun Safe. A size that will hold a couple 1911s. I would like a shelf style, one on top, one on bottom. I welcome...
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I had one biometric handgun safe years ago but it was junk. If you hit it hard enough on the side the door would pop open. I threw it away. A good...
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Last post by Syntyr
Wed Jun 09, 2021 9:58 am
WWII M1 Carbines for sale soon?
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ELB »
Sat May 08, 2021 9:50 am
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This sounds interesting:
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Durn. Busy all morning and didn't check my email.
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Last post by jmorris
Tue Jun 08, 2021 6:27 pm
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Last post by BCGlocker
Sun Jun 06, 2021 12:14 pm
Wall anchors for .22lr snap caps
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kg5ie »
Tue May 25, 2021 5:39 pm
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Looking for the “correct” wall anchor size. Tried a search and found a recommendation for 4-6-8.
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Even though the center is hollow the firing pin should strike the outer edges; at least I assume that's the theory behind using them
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Last post by puma guy
Tue Jun 01, 2021 3:21 pm
Gunsmith in DFW
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carlson1 »
Thu May 27, 2021 4:46 pm
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Does anyone know of a good gunsmith in the DFW area for revolvers. I would like to get my S&W Model 19 2.5” barrel revolver serviced. Having a few...
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You are most welcome! Hope it works. God Bless!
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Last post by puma guy
Mon May 31, 2021 10:34 am
Am I A Nerd?
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cowhow »
Fri Mar 26, 2021 6:13 pm
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Texas heat isn't too far away and I was looking at EDC options. I tried one of those deep cover compression shirts and sweltered. IWB isn't my thing...
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:tiphat:
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Last post by allisji
Thu May 27, 2021 7:36 am
The Best LEO Handgun Qualification Course in the USA
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Paladin »
Mon May 24, 2021 5:29 pm
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After shooting a LEO Handgun Qualification course from all 50 states, this police chief discusses what he has judged to be the best qual courses in...
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One of the advantages of developing commercial training is that we can do things the way we wish.
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Last post by Paladin
Wed May 26, 2021 9:54 am
Bead Blasting in DFW
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carlson1 »
Fri Mar 26, 2021 3:03 pm
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I have a S&W M65 3” barrel that needs some cosmetic work. I was thinking a little bead blast would cover it all up. Any suggestions or doesn’t anyone...
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Sorry folks I didn’t mean to leafy to think I did it. All my part was to mail it back to the Nan I bought it from. He did all the works and wouldn’t...
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Last post by carlson1
Sat May 22, 2021 2:49 pm
If you had the carry choice
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cmgee67 »
Wed Apr 28, 2021 10:54 pm
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A topic I’ve often thought about is, what gun would I EDC if I didn’t have stay concealed at work? I would most likely carry my Glock 21. But since I...
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Don’t forget 25 & 357 :mrgreen:
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Last post by AdioSS
Sun May 09, 2021 9:05 pm
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Last post by carlson1
Sat May 08, 2021 7:33 pm
Walther PPS M2 recall
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LDB415 »
Fri May 07, 2021 12:45 pm
Walther has issued a recall on the PPS M2. I sold one to a forum member. I can't find my notes now. If you own a PPS M2 check the serial number...
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Last post by LDB415
Fri May 07, 2021 12:45 pm
A quick review of the Rare Breed "forced reset" trigger
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OldCannon »
Sat Apr 24, 2021 10:01 am
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I had the opportunity to install a on my Noveske rifle a few weeks ago, and finally tried it out yesterday.
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Seems to be in triggers with higher round count. With ammo the way it is, I’m guessing we see less of this failure than if we had it two years ago....
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Last post by jb2012
Mon May 03, 2021 6:24 pm
.50 BMG kaboom
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allisji »
Mon May 03, 2021 12:43 pm
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not an endorsement of Kentucky Ballistics youtube channel. He usually just shoots random objects with high caliber firearms for entertainment...
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Topic already running here:
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Last post by rtschl
Mon May 03, 2021 1:02 pm
Ghost Guns
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howdy »
Fri Apr 09, 2021 7:20 pm
I am sure this is answered somewhere but I can't find it. Biden said someone could buy a gun kit on line, build it and there would be no serial...
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Last post by Paladin
Wed Apr 28, 2021 10:34 am
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Last post by Syntyr
Sat Apr 24, 2021 11:59 pm
From 1 Help
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kayt00 »
Tue Apr 20, 2021 8:37 am
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Would anybody be willing to help me out with a quick form 1 question. Here's the jist of it...
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Just wanted to make sure I did it right and didn't miss anything stupid. Thanks.
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Last post by kayt00
Tue Apr 20, 2021 1:50 pm
Full auto fishing rod switch.
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philip964 »
Mon Apr 19, 2021 9:43 am
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I’m confused.
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I hope that is sarcasm! In case it’s not DON’T buy that unless you want a visit from the AFT (as sleepy Joe calls them). I don’t think Glock makes...
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Last post by Syntyr
Mon Apr 19, 2021 9:53 am
Today, was a bucket list day!
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cmgee67 »
Sat Apr 17, 2021 3:06 pm
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Today I finally got the check off a bucket list item. I recently received my First M1 Garand from the CMP. It is a June of 1944 Springfield. Both of...
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So glad you got to do this! Really awesome.
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Last post by philip964
Sun Apr 18, 2021 9:53 pm
Keltec sub2000
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jmra »
Sun Apr 18, 2021 10:50 am
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Anyone have experience with this firearm? I picked up a .40 cal that takes the Glock magazines. It’s never been fired and I only have about $150 into...
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I have one in 9mm using Glock 17 mags. Glock has 30 round magazines and the gun functions flawlessly. It is accurate out to self defense distances...
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Last post by howdy
Sun Apr 18, 2021 9:42 pm
CA Officer Wins Gunfight at 30 Yds
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Excaliber »
Sun Apr 18, 2021 9:09 am
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After being pulled over in a stolen vehicle and armed robbery suspect exited vehicle and fired twice at motorcycle officer, who rolled down...
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Moving target, too - great shooting.
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Last post by AndyC1911
Sun Apr 18, 2021 5:47 pm
Radetec Glock shot counter
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Syntyr »
Mon Apr 12, 2021 7:01 pm
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Interesting concept of a round counter display on the back of a glock slide.
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The other issue I would have is the display interfering with night sights.
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Last post by jmra
Sun Apr 18, 2021 12:07 pm
CA Officer Wins Gunfight at 30 Yds
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Excaliber »
Sun Apr 18, 2021 9:09 am
After being pulled over, suspect exited vehicle and fired twice at motorcycle officer, who rolled down embankment to get out of line of fire....
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Last post by Excaliber
Sun Apr 18, 2021 9:09 am
Officer Involved Emergency Room Shooting
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Excaliber »
Thu Apr 15, 2021 9:56 am
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This shows an extended (over 15 minutes) encounter between a violent suspect / patient and two officers in an emergency room setting. It goes from a...
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Had to slow it way down to figure it out. The officer's reactions after he got his firearm back in action is interesting. Not sure if it took him out...
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Last post by Scott B.
Sat Apr 17, 2021 8:47 am
To NFA or not to NFA, that is the question
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teraph »
Sun Feb 14, 2021 6:09 pm
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All,
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I bought the can, a YHM Resonator K, that was on a Form 4. I used the form 1 so I could SBR my 300 Black. The Form 1 was pretty straight forward, and...
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Last post by kayt00
Fri Apr 16, 2021 9:28 pm
Kel-Tec P50
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Soccerdad1995 »
Thu Apr 15, 2021 10:26 am
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An ad just popped up for this gun. It looks like a really cool design. Similar to a Calico M950, but better since you still have a top rail for an...
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Yep it is designed around the FN P90 5.7 x 28 50 round magazine.
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Last post by Syntyr
Thu Apr 15, 2021 11:13 am
Contact shot, blast damage?
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surferdaddy »
Fri Mar 26, 2021 9:24 am
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Sooo, I have been known to carry a small revolver on occasion. I think that they have a few advantages over semis, especially at “bad breath”...
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He almost lost me at the beginning, when he claimed that the spin of the bullet is what causes so much damage. I'm glad a struck through to where he...
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Last post by Liberty
Wed Apr 14, 2021 6:43 am
Ammo storage
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Soccerdad1995 »
Fri Apr 09, 2021 1:44 pm
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I have been storing most of my ammo in my non-insulated garage in the Houston area. The ammo is in surplus GI ammo cans (mostly .50 cal cans), with...
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I think you're good. I've go ammo from the 1960's. I even have some Winchester and Peters .22LR from that era that was under 5 feet of water in a...
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Last post by puma guy
Fri Apr 09, 2021 8:42 pm
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Last post by Paladin
Fri Apr 09, 2021 1:28 pm
gt distributors
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powerboatr »
Wed Mar 31, 2021 4:06 pm
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anyone use these folks for things we need? I had no idea Springfield and other offer a good discount for retired military as well as LEO and other...
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Long time customer. Never had any issues with the Dallas store...
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Last post by MacTavish
Sat Apr 03, 2021 4:29 pm
To RMR or not to RMR
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Odinvalknir »
Thu Mar 25, 2021 8:46 pm
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I have been doing some looking and thinking lately. I finally bought a new weapon to replace my old 1st gen m&p 9c. It's a great little gun, but even...
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Same. When I ever get spare funds I do want to try one, but right now the juice isn't worth the squeeze for me personally
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Last post by AndyC1911
Tue Mar 30, 2021 11:06 am
Aluminum Frame 1911 45 ACP
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LTUME1978 »
Wed Mar 24, 2021 1:18 pm
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I have some questions for my 1911 brethren. I have carried an all steel full size 1911 but it gets really heavy after a full day. I decided that I...
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Andy,
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Last post by LTUME1978
Fri Mar 26, 2021 8:10 pm
Opinions wanted on Kevlar vest
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Tex1961 »
Wed Mar 24, 2021 6:37 pm
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Looking at this vest. Any thoughts on this selection.
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I bit the bullet and placed my order. I tried metal plate vest before but just couldn’t handle the weight. I rewatched a few video reviews and think...
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Last post by Tex1961
Wed Mar 24, 2021 9:35 pm
What's the proper way to dispose brass?
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rl168 »
Mon Mar 22, 2021 8:41 pm
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Folks,
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Excellent idea! Thank you everyone. I posted in the reloading section.
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Last post by rl168
Mon Mar 22, 2021 10:38 pm
Pistol red dot
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Teamless »
Sun Mar 21, 2021 7:19 pm
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I have a Burris on my performance center M&P
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Charles
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Last post by Teamless
Sun Mar 21, 2021 9:14 pm
Scheels
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Ed4032 »
Wed Mar 17, 2021 3:16 pm
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I’m in the store right now and they’re bringing out a brand new collection gorgeous stuff
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Not sure it would be worth the drive from El Paso!
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Thu Mar 18, 2021 9:07 am
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