The "What Works, What Doesn't," "Recommendations & Experiences"
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AMT "Backup" Questions
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DMoses »
Mon Jan 09, 2006 11:38 am
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I am interested in possibly picking up one of these but was wondering if anyone has exp. with one in any caliber. My interest is purely from a bug...
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An update to this: A few weeks ago I tried out the Hornady XTP ammo, and WOW! The brass is really slick, and you can feel the difference in how...
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Last post by NcongruNt
Fri Apr 13, 2007 7:23 pm
New S&W M&P Pistol
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Scroggwe »
Thu Jun 08, 2006 4:19 pm
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Anybody have any experience with the new Smith & Wesson M&P pistol? I just put one on layaway in .40 S&W. I liked it as soon as I saw it in the gun...
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I have a new M&P 9mm - there is no key lock on it. The model I have has a mag interlock - no mag - no bang - it is available without that feature. I...
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Last post by Commander
Mon Apr 09, 2007 9:35 pm
Reason for legal & civil tongues
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longtooth »
Sun Apr 01, 2007 7:05 am
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I choose to post this here because I think it is basic foundation for new members, new shooters, & reminder to all us older ones that we are being...
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Hoax or no hoax, thanks for posting, LT. We are being watched by a variety of people who have a variety of reasons for watching us. Thanks for the...
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Last post by Venus Pax
Sun Apr 01, 2007 8:01 pm
CHL course prior to being 21
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neoglyphix »
Fri Mar 30, 2007 2:57 am
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I have heard it is possible to take the necessary CHL course prior to being 21. Can anyone inform me on if this is correct and if so is there a...
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I don't believe she said anything about changes in the Class that TxI and I attended, as far as I know it's still six months for Renewals and two...
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Last post by ElGato
Fri Mar 30, 2007 9:22 pm
More comfortable after a year
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glockmav »
Tue Mar 27, 2007 12:48 pm
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It has been a year since I received my CHL. I no longer feel like I am a great big gun walking around with a little person attached to it. I no...
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It becomes second nature...You know its there, but its no big deal to you anymore...
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Last post by stevie_d_64
Tue Mar 27, 2007 1:46 pm
sitting for long periods in public
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by Guest » Wed Mar 14, 2007 9:56 am
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I went to a movie theater for the first time while carrying and it was quite uncomfortable. I have a C-Tac holster and a good belt on order and maybe...
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whelp, enjoyed that movie thoroughly. Him takin' out that choppa at the beginning was awesome!
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Last post by casselthief
Mon Mar 26, 2007 2:24 pm
Salt Water Fishing
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NguyenVanDon »
Mon Mar 19, 2007 12:43 pm
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I am planning on going shark fishing out on the coast of Galveston. I don't know how the law goes, but my question is...
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A 22 pound shell out of a 5 inch gun? What are they using these days, when I was in our 5 inch projectiles weighed 50 pounds and more. Of course I am...
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Last post by jimlongley
Fri Mar 23, 2007 4:01 pm
What happens if you go to the doctor or to try on a suit
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Golfer »
Thu Mar 15, 2007 5:10 am
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I have yet to receive my license yet but I think of what I would do if I were carrying in some situations I have been put into within the past week....
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I was not made, but I was unhorsed.
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Last post by austin
Wed Mar 21, 2007 9:44 pm
Want To Know: Hammerless Pistols - Your Opinion
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ChrisStevens »
Wed Feb 21, 2007 8:27 am
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Obviously there are no hammerless pistols but some have the hammer totally enclosed in the body/frame. I know that these include both semi autos and...
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Unless I'm mistaken, any 5-shot .38/357 speedloader that will work with one S&W J-frame will work with them all, within the caliber.
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Last post by Thane
Mon Mar 19, 2007 8:47 pm
CHL Class review - KR Training
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glockoneniner »
Tue Feb 06, 2007 5:29 pm
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I recently took my CHL class with KR Training/Schaefer Training Academy. Tom Schaefer was the instructor. Simply put: it was fantastic. Tom is a...
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Yeah, I took my class from Tom a couple of weeks ago, and it was a great experience. I second all the compliments above. Since I'm only a week out on...
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Last post by NcongruNt
Fri Mar 16, 2007 4:54 pm
CHL Renewal AUSTIN -- Mike Nellis or recommendations?
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HerbM »
Mon Feb 12, 2007 9:00 pm
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Anyone know if Mike Nellis is still teaching CHL renewals in Austin,
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I'll vouch for Tom Schaefer as well, he seems to be a great guy, and makes the required time in his class as lively as possible. I believe renewals...
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Last post by NcongruNt
Fri Mar 16, 2007 4:37 pm
Suspenders
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Big Calhoun »
Mon Mar 12, 2007 10:10 am
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Hey all. Quickie question... Over the weekend, I noticed a gentleman with a pair of suspenders that looked quite functional. The rear portion did not...
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Their clip has a stout pin that pierces the fabric and doesn't allow the clip to slip. I haven't noticed any damage to slacks or jeans from the pin....
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Last post by Mike1951
Mon Mar 12, 2007 7:03 pm
CHL Instructor - Lots of anti-Gay jokes
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Aberdonian »
Sat Mar 03, 2007 2:11 pm
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Our instructor was good and I believe is a decent individual but he kept on cracking anti-Gay jokes. In that I went with a couple of Gay friends I...
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The Moderators commend all of you for the way you have expressed yourselves.
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Last post by longtooth
Mon Mar 05, 2007 7:16 pm
Quick Report on the Fist Small of the Back Holster #40
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hi-power »
Fri Mar 02, 2007 10:41 pm
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I bought this holster and received it from after about 5 weeks. (The one on the left in black).
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I think you're right about that. I didn't have any heebie-jeebies on Saturday.
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Last post by hi-power
Mon Mar 05, 2007 6:01 pm
Anyone actually carry a M & P?
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dlcrouch »
Sun Nov 05, 2006 7:47 pm
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I really like them, but everything I see in forums like this one says they are too big (thick).
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I just recently returned from a trip to Fort Worth. While I was there, I wore my S&W M&P40 for three days. It was the first time that I have wore it...
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Last post by Scroggwe
Sun Mar 04, 2007 5:20 pm
My two cents on what works
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age_ranger »
Tue Jan 23, 2007 9:01 am
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I areceived my CHL not long ago and have attempted to carry whenever possible. Restrictions such as work, location and weather have had a large...
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Considering I had my 9mm in that fanny pack I counldn't legaly let it out of my posession plus I hate being treated like a criminal especially when I...
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Last post by glocklvr
Mon Feb 19, 2007 1:12 am
El Gato is the man
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calvinbr »
Sat Feb 17, 2007 10:26 pm
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To all,
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I do thank you or the welcome. I will send anyone I now to his class that needs or wants a CHL.
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Last post by calvinbr
Sun Feb 18, 2007 2:00 pm
CHL class 59 Gun Range and Carter's at Treischwig
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zigzag »
Mon Feb 12, 2007 9:24 pm
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Planning to get into CHL, which among these two outfits have the best instructors to boot? I live close by and unfortunately SPortsmans Outlet in...
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I took the class with sam pruett and except for taking the photos (I went to walgreens cost aprox $8) everything was included even lunch. It was a...
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Last post by Jeremae
Wed Feb 14, 2007 2:47 pm
El Gato in Galveston Co.
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Truck »
Sat Dec 23, 2006 8:06 pm
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Took Tom's class this Fri. I thought I knew a bit after lurking on this site. I had my eyes opened with responsibities envolved. Educational...
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Hello PB! Welcome to the forum. You chose some fine folks for CHL instruction. Tom was my instructor when CHL was created in Texas and I am also...
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Last post by jbirds1210
Tue Feb 13, 2007 9:00 am
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Last post by attila79
Wed Jan 17, 2007 4:55 pm
top gun class
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by ru934 » Fri Nov 10, 2006 10:56 am
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to anyone that doesnt allready know it, top gun offers a split class. meaning, part of the class on tues. evening starting at 4:30 and the other part...
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Thanks for welcome. :grin:
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Last post by J.D.
Wed Dec 27, 2006 9:41 pm
Not P. C.
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MoJo »
Sun Dec 24, 2006 9:04 am
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MERRY CHRISTMAS!
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good un quidni ;-)
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Last post by MoJo
Sun Dec 24, 2006 2:19 pm
Anyone able to recommend a CHL class in El Paso?
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cloudcroft »
Sat Dec 16, 2006 1:46 am
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Does anyone know of a good CHL class/course here in El Paso? Preferably one where they take care of everything (including fingerprints) for right...
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Thanks longtooth and quidni .
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Last post by cloudcroft
Sun Dec 17, 2006 9:48 pm
llwatson's Utah class
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GlockenHammer »
Thu Nov 23, 2006 5:35 pm
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Forum member llwatson recently traveled to Texas City to give existing TX CHL holders the training needed to qualify for the Utah license. It was a...
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I was in her class yesterday. Very well done. If you have your TX permit then add the UT when you get your renewal for sure. Small added fee to the...
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Last post by JamesTX10
Sun Dec 03, 2006 7:17 pm
"This did NOT work for me"
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Glockdude1 »
Sat Jun 24, 2006 5:50 pm
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Last winter I decided to wear my Galco Miami Classic shoulder holster while my wife & I were to go christmas shopping. I use this holster to carry my...
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Yes she does!!!!!
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Last post by Glockdude1
Thu Nov 30, 2006 11:14 pm
Do you dress around the gun?
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JLaw »
Tue Sep 12, 2006 6:50 pm
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(Hopefully this fits okay here...)
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I don't know if that ever changes...i.e. how long you've carried...think all of us always looking for something new and more practical/comfortable,...
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Last post by Skipper5
Mon Nov 20, 2006 2:50 pm
Which pocket holster?
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HOSSISFREE »
Tue Apr 25, 2006 8:18 pm
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I'm considering getting a pocket holster for carrying my Kel-Tec P3AT when not wearing the Wranglers. Drawing, once again, on the vast experience and...
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Thank you oriongnr, welocme back, long time no see. :lol:
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Last post by longtooth
Sun Nov 19, 2006 8:39 am
IWB "slide" experiences
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GlockenHammer »
Wed Nov 15, 2006 2:00 pm
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Does anyone have any experience with the slide-style holster (gun sticks clear out the bottom of the holster) with inside-the-waistband holsters? I...
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I've yet to pick up any lint on my Kimber 3 , even when carried for 7 hours a day. That is in a Tucker Answer.
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Last post by cyphur
Fri Nov 17, 2006 3:48 pm
Tac pants
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D.D.M. »
Mon Oct 16, 2006 10:34 am
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Rained out from work today...er..flooded out....I am thinking about buying a pair of tac pants.I have seen others sporting these at the IDPA matches...
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They also carry the Woolrich Elite pants.
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Last post by age_ranger
Mon Oct 30, 2006 12:22 am
Metal Doors As Cover
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nuparadigm »
Thu Sep 07, 2006 7:18 am
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I stumbled upon an interesting test of metal doors and their stopping ability. Please note the performance of the Kel-Tec P32 with JHP's.
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I don't have any video or anything like that, It's more a collection of experiences from shooting stuff and then looking at it and seeing what it...
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Last post by Witness P
Mon Oct 23, 2006 8:15 pm
Uncertain about this instructor...
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cats1948 »
Mon Jul 31, 2006 10:06 pm
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Hi, everyone. I completed my renewal class last Thursday evening (I wasn't paying attention and let my CHL expire!) and I'm really not sure about the...
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++1 agree...lol
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Last post by Skipper5
Fri Oct 20, 2006 12:18 pm
More on Cover Garments
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anygunanywhere »
Thu Aug 04, 2005 9:07 am
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I read a lot on these forums regarding the Texas heat and cover clothing. A popular fad among packers is the hawaiian shirt . They are comfortable,...
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Hey someone has to wear em :grin:
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Last post by Mancunian
Sun Oct 15, 2006 4:04 am
Anyone teach CHL @ PSC?
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dlcrouch »
Wed Oct 11, 2006 7:39 pm
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I know some folks used to. I've got several people who like to take a group class together.
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+2 for ElGato. Excellent teacher and a great guy.
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Last post by DustinB
Sat Oct 14, 2006 12:03 am
Anyone tried Black Hills ammo sold by Wilson Combat ?
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DaveT »
Mon Sep 18, 2006 10:43 pm
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need input to see if anyone uses Black Hills ammo sold by Wilson Combat ?
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I run Blackhills tru all my 45s..Cant really tell a deferance between the new or remanufactured...Im probably coming on about 2500rds thru various...
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Last post by Madsmiley
Wed Oct 04, 2006 7:54 pm
Suggestion For Sights On 1911
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carlson1 »
Wed Mar 15, 2006 12:52 am
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Two of my 1911's (STI and S&W) have black on black sights. That drives me nuts. Does anyone have any suggestions? Maybe changing out just the front...
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...while you are figuring out which sights to go with... let em glow..
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Last post by lrb111
Sat Sep 16, 2006 12:05 pm
Jeans for Pocket Carry
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gunovice »
Mon Jul 31, 2006 2:23 pm
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I carry an S&W 642 in my right front pocket along with one speedstrip for reloads. I am looking for some jeans that meet the following requirements:...
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++ 1 to the 5.11 vest....even have the fishin flies for realistic....behind those is my 229RSig....really comfortable...for inside pocket conceals...
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Last post by Skipper5
Thu Sep 14, 2006 12:21 am
Insight Lighting Products
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Jfreeman »
Thu Aug 31, 2006 11:03 pm
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Is anyone familiar with these rail mounted lights and light/laser combos? I found someone selling them at a great price but It makes me wonder if...
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I work at a place that sells them. They are 100% quality.
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Last post by txinvestigator
Thu Aug 31, 2006 11:57 pm
Took my class @ Ammo Depot this Saturday....
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cyphur »
Sun Aug 27, 2006 10:40 pm
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and I actually enjoyed it, until after lunch. At that point, he had to go through some rather monotonous mundane stuff. He warned us it would be...
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Congradulations on completing your class, Cyphur. Now the waiting room!
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Last post by Commander
Mon Aug 28, 2006 8:45 pm
Force on Force Training
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chearne »
Tue Aug 08, 2006 1:11 am
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We are considering adding some Force on Force style training and I was wondering...... what would the students prefer Soft air guns or Paintball?...
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I'll check it out....thanks
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Last post by chearne
Wed Aug 16, 2006 9:44 am
Life (training) after CHL
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O6nop »
Fri Jun 16, 2006 3:26 pm
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Now that I've got my CHL, I want to be able to use it wisely and effectiviely if ever I do need it. I live in the North Austin area and am looking...
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Here's another for ya.
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Last post by fm2
Tue Jul 25, 2006 5:38 pm
Pants for IWB carry
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OverEasy »
Fri Feb 24, 2006 7:55 pm
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I just ran across some pants that may be perfect for IWB carry.
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They say Beretta® on them. I think that's pretty much it.
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Last post by KBCraig
Fri Jul 14, 2006 10:53 pm
IDPA club dying, your thoughts for revival....
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flintknapper »
Tue Jul 11, 2006 5:56 am
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Small club (perhaps 15 members), small town. I have not been active in this club for a couple of years now.. due to a shoulder injury. I am one of...
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Hi Flint,
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Last post by j1132s
Thu Jul 13, 2006 3:23 pm
Jim Pruett's Guns and Ammo
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Jeremae »
Mon Jul 10, 2006 3:32 pm
I just completed the CHL class for initial application yesterday at Jim Pruetts Guns and Ammo in NW Houston (classroom on Huffmeister, shooting test...
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Last post by Jeremae
Mon Jul 10, 2006 3:32 pm
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Last post by Paladin
Mon Jul 10, 2006 2:51 pm
Minuteman Project in Texas...
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stevie_d_64 »
Thu Jun 02, 2005 4:46 pm
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This looked like the best place to post these thoughts...
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I'm really glad that the Minutemen are there. Illegals make me sick, no matter what the race.
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Last post by Boma
Sat Jul 08, 2006 1:27 am
Recommendation
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tgt_usa »
Fri Dec 24, 2004 2:07 am
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The more CHL holders I talk to, the more I appreciate my CHL class instructor: Calvin Tidwell. In his class we coverd topics that most other CHL...
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George's phone line for the class is 214-324-5545
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Last post by Skipper5
Fri Jun 30, 2006 10:44 am
G-Code IWB review
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HOSSISFREE »
Sat Jun 17, 2006 5:17 pm
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Now that I have my license, and have spent a some time carrying somewhere other than in and around the house, I can say something about my rig.
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Looks like a nice setup, but they don't offer the IWB for the Sig 239. :(
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Last post by cyphur
Mon Jun 26, 2006 1:31 pm
1911 9mm or 38 super
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carlson1 »
Mon Apr 17, 2006 9:00 pm
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I have just traded for a Colt Commander. It has the 9mm/38 super. For health reason there are days that I do not enjoy the .45. Can anyone give me...
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I realize I'm weighing in a little late on this, but consider what is arguably the best defensive round out there: The .357 Magnum. A Corbon .38...
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Last post by Glockamolie
Wed Jun 21, 2006 6:32 pm
Galco USA IWB holster review
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HOSSISFREE »
Tue Jun 20, 2006 5:07 pm
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After carrying at work for about a week, I can now review my Galco USA Leather tuckable IWB holster.
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I recently decided that I want to carry a full size gun when I am in the mood. I purchased a Glock 22 (I need to post pics of it in a thread) a...
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Last post by jbirds1210
Wed Jun 21, 2006 4:36 pm
Carry pains
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TxFire »
Fri Apr 14, 2006 3:12 pm
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OK guys and gals, I've been carrying for a few weeks now and am having my first issue. I carry my Glock 23 IWB at 3:30-4:00 in a C-TAC most of the...
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:iagree:
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Last post by carlson1
Fri Jun 09, 2006 1:45 am
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