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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Last post by WTR
Sun Feb 03, 2019 11:39 pm
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Last post by Charles L. Cotton
Thu Sep 03, 2009 1:07 pm
Academy 9mm price increase
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ghentry »
Tue Apr 04, 2006 7:40 pm
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I was at Academy today to pick up some Blazer Aluminum, and they wen't up on their price from $3.87 to $4.86! So much for getting all of my 9mm...
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Nitrogen, I have been buying my WWB 9mm cases from walmart for over a year and never have been asked for ID and they have never recoreded the...
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Last post by JLinTX
Wed Apr 05, 2006 10:39 pm
NCIC system down?
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quidni »
Tue Apr 04, 2006 9:21 pm
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Went to the local gunshow this past weekend, & heard dealers complaining that the NCIC system was down several hours on Sunday afternoon (April 2)....
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Actually NCIC is the National Crime Information Center, and it is not used by FFLs. It is restricted to Criminal Justice purposes and utilized by LE,...
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Last post by txinvestigator
Tue Apr 04, 2006 11:36 pm
I'm in!
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HT »
Mon Apr 03, 2006 2:36 pm
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Just excited that I got my IDPA stuff in today. I can't wait till the 22nd to shoot the classifier. I'm a little nervous about it though.. Never shot...
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Congrads HT!
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Last post by Paladin
Tue Apr 04, 2006 9:59 am
Sure coulda used a pocket pistol
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JLaw »
Sun Mar 26, 2006 8:52 am
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Yesterday was the Law family photo day, not just my family but my folks, my sister and her family and my brother and his family. The women decided...
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now that's just down right scary :lol:
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Last post by John
Mon Apr 03, 2006 8:18 pm
Kel Tec Information Request
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bauerdj »
Mon Mar 27, 2006 9:22 am
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I recently purchased a Kel Tec P3ATfor use as a BUG. When I first tried it I had many FTE problems and Kel Tec sent me a new extractor, spring and...
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Well after finally getting around to do a least a partial Fluff & Buff as recommended on KTORG (buffed chamber and ramp with a Dremel and jewlers...
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Last post by bauerdj
Sun Apr 02, 2006 8:23 pm
Current Right-to-Carry Map
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Paladin »
Fri Mar 31, 2006 12:37 pm
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In case somebody missed it :cool: :
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I would think the main reason we don't have a Federal reciprocity, or compelling piece of legislation that encourages the states to recognize these...
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Last post by stevie_d_64
Sun Apr 02, 2006 12:59 pm
We need to be doing better...
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stevie_d_64 »
Wed Mar 29, 2006 10:34 am
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I want to see this become a big fat F !!!
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You betcha! Its a required course of study at stevie University ...
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Last post by stevie_d_64
Sat Apr 01, 2006 8:04 am
New member here.
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texas_42 »
Fri Mar 31, 2006 1:52 am
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Joined a week ago and got reminder from Charles to introduce myself.
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Hiiiideee!
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Last post by stevie_d_64
Sat Apr 01, 2006 12:57 am
Milt Sparks leather
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progun47 »
Fri Mar 31, 2006 11:40 am
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Hey, does anyone know if there is a dealer in or around houston that stocks Sparks leather, I really don't want to wait 14 weeks for a holster.
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I am looking for a VMII for my Kimber Ultra CDP, I would like a brown/tan with the clips along with the loops
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Last post by progun47
Fri Mar 31, 2006 5:31 pm
Waiting period ?
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barres »
Thu Mar 30, 2006 2:20 pm
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The last time I bought a handgun from a dealer was about 9 years ago. During the Assault Weapons Ban, in other words. I had to wait 5 days (IIRC)...
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For those who may not know, BATF interprets that to mean that full three business days must pass between NICS delay and pickup. Meaning, if you are...
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Last post by KBCraig
Thu Mar 30, 2006 11:56 pm
Sad news from North Richland Hills
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Trainman »
Wed Mar 29, 2006 6:39 am
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This article was in the Star Telegram this morning. It is just a reminder to everyone to stay safe!...
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Yup!
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Last post by flintknapper
Thu Mar 30, 2006 9:26 pm
Gun lubes, what say you?
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flintknapper »
Tue Mar 28, 2006 8:15 pm
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I have used Wilson's Ultima-Lube and small amounts of Rem-Oil for the last ten years. I have been very pleased with this combination.
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I had read in another thread about some milsurp light weapon oil and some weapon grease that was supposed to be available at the Command Post stores...
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Last post by rodnocker1
Thu Mar 30, 2006 7:56 pm
Legal Question Regarding Foreign Resident
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Lumberjack98 »
Wed Mar 29, 2006 6:17 pm
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I have a co-worker that may be interested in shooting with my club and I have some questions.
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Just to second his motion - the first exception on the ATF page txinvestigator posted is for aliens who get a valid hunting license. It works.
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Last post by BobCat
Thu Mar 30, 2006 10:14 am
Support H.R. 5005, The "Firearms Corrections And Improv
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Paladin »
Wed Mar 29, 2006 11:03 am
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Support H.R. 5005, The Firearms Corrections And Improvements Act
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Here was the e-mail from JPFO.
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Last post by lrb111
Wed Mar 29, 2006 7:20 pm
Channel 11 (CBS) local news tonight...
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stevie_d_64 »
Mon Mar 27, 2006 7:17 am
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Unfortunately, I have to wake up to blaring TV morning news, till the cobwebs get cleared in the morning...Anyway... ;-)
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Several employees of the Ch. 11 parent company in Houston have CHL's and are regular vistors to the HGCA gun shows.
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Last post by ThunderDownUnder
Wed Mar 29, 2006 3:03 pm
New Wilson Combat pistol
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dws1117 »
Mon Mar 20, 2006 10:43 am
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Has anyone seen this? It's called the ADP or Advanced Design Pistol. It's a polymer franed gun. They advertise it as being light at 19.5 ounces and...
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I saw it and looked at it for a while at the SHOT.
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Last post by ThunderDownUnder
Wed Mar 29, 2006 2:52 pm
They got my truck....
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gigag04 »
Tue Mar 28, 2006 1:18 pm
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...or at least some its contents.
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I think the truck and anything in it would be theft, not burgulary, but still ok in the nighttime.
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Last post by ElGato
Wed Mar 29, 2006 12:17 pm
Glock 27?
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HOSSISFREE »
Sun Mar 26, 2006 12:56 am
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I'm considering getting a Glock 27. What are your experiences with shooting and concealing such a weapon. I know Glock has agreat reputation, but I...
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Can't help you out with Info. on the 27, but I've owned a 26 for about two years now. And very pleased with this glock, hope you find the one your...
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Last post by Milorider
Wed Mar 29, 2006 8:14 am
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Last post by stevie_d_64
Tue Mar 28, 2006 4:08 pm
Met Longtooth
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dws1117 »
Mon Mar 27, 2006 7:13 am
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On our way to Nacogdoches on Saturday morning we made a stop in Lufkin to finallly exchange some brass with Longtooth. He and his lovely wife are...
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Thank you guys. I am very humbled. I do appreciate your friendship.
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Last post by longtooth
Mon Mar 27, 2006 10:58 pm
PSC this saturday
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KinnyLee »
Wed Mar 22, 2006 5:41 pm
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So, who'll be there this saturday? If you see me, tap me on the shoulder and reintroduce yourself. Chances are, I have met you but forgot who you...
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I was the guy in a long sleave blue demin shirt (my cover) and green ball cap.
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Last post by DiverDn
Mon Mar 27, 2006 6:38 pm
Darn the luck!
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KBCraig »
Thu Mar 23, 2006 7:01 pm
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I stopped by Gander Mountain today to pick up some long drawers, since I'm heading to Oklahoma early in the morning to spend the day outside, and...
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I know...My wife's one of them...
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Last post by stevie_d_64
Mon Mar 27, 2006 5:42 pm
Why 24-7
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longtooth »
Sun Mar 26, 2006 4:52 pm
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Why do you have to carry that gun every where you go? I know some of you have that ? asked by family or friends. I don't hear it at my house & am...
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Problem is I take my shoes off when I walk into work. :sad:
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Last post by KinnyLee
Mon Mar 27, 2006 1:21 pm
UPDATED: Child Home Alone
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ghentry »
Tue Mar 14, 2006 4:15 pm
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I've been thinking about our home security and one aspect I'm not comfortable with is the fact that my son will be home by himself during the summer....
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Handsome beast. I'm fond of brindle dogs.
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Last post by KBCraig
Mon Mar 27, 2006 2:04 am
Are night sights REALLY necessary?
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HT »
Fri Mar 24, 2006 12:47 am
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Statistically speaking, how many shootings have there been under really low light conditions where night sights would be needed?
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Chris
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Last post by ElGato
Sun Mar 26, 2006 10:34 pm
Quick IDPA question (CDP related)
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HT »
Fri Mar 24, 2006 8:15 pm
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In a typical match, how many mags do you guys carry? I'm assuming 3. The extra one is to top off.
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I'm new to IDPA but found out pretty quick that I like a Wilson 10 rnd mag for top off, the extra lenght makes it easier to get in and out of my back...
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Last post by ElGato
Sun Mar 26, 2006 3:46 pm
My pride and joy is FINALLY finished..
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HT »
Thu Mar 23, 2006 11:14 pm
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Here's the final product.
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And to think all this time I was going to have to buy Wife Unit one of those pish posh Les Baer Thunder Rancher things...geesh...
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Last post by stevie_d_64
Sun Mar 26, 2006 7:44 am
"New Venue" Guns Show(s) in Denton
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Greybeard »
Tue Mar 14, 2006 9:48 pm
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Some folks at the range said they'd made a gun show in Denton a while back. In researching further, I noticed 3 more set for this year - by the same...
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I'll be there..
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Last post by Jim101
Sun Mar 26, 2006 1:04 am
What does Kimberly carry?
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KBCraig »
Fri Mar 24, 2006 1:50 am
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There's a photo studio about a mile from my house. The logo looks slightly familiar.
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lol...
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Last post by KBCraig
Sat Mar 25, 2006 11:30 pm
Shipping Handgun
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ghentry »
Wed Mar 22, 2006 9:25 pm
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Hypothetical question here:
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Well it looks like its going to cost me about $60 to ship it using either FedEx or UPS, and neither have locations that are close to me.
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Last post by ghentry
Sat Mar 25, 2006 3:10 pm
Gunsmith in N. or NW Houston area?
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PPM »
Sat Mar 25, 2006 11:28 am
Hey, folks! I'm considering gettin a stainless CZ 75B 9mm (in case I have problems with the XD, etc.). Anyway, Tomball Pawn has one and I did some...
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Last post by PPM
Sat Mar 25, 2006 11:28 am
H&k USP .45
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HOSSISFREE »
Wed Mar 22, 2006 9:38 pm
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Anyone carry a full size H&K USP .45? I'm wondering what experiences you have had in doin so, and what holsters/concealment methods you have used.
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For those that like using the Fobus paddles, don't forget that they make the Roto paddle that has the adjustable cant. You can adjust for a little...
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Last post by dws1117
Sat Mar 25, 2006 12:11 am
911 calls not answered (TN)
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Paladin »
Fri Mar 24, 2006 4:10 pm
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During one 10-month period, from January to October 2005, about 27,000 calls to city dispatchers at the 911 center went unanswered, police spokesman...
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i used to relieve our dispatchers at my old department, and worked a couple of dispatch shifts when they were short handed. we had 3 911 lines. for...
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Last post by Chris
Fri Mar 24, 2006 9:12 pm
Surefire MR07
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KinnyLee »
Thu Mar 23, 2006 4:56 pm
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What do you think of the new Surefire MR07? It's basically a rail adaptor for 1911s with no drillings, or tappings.
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I have an experiential distrust of add-ons that utilize the slide stop pin and the front of the trigger guard. I mounted a sight on my Colt that way...
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Last post by jimlongley
Thu Mar 23, 2006 10:23 pm
D/FW shows March 25-26
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KBCraig »
Wed Mar 22, 2006 10:23 pm
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I haven't been to D/FW in over 5 years. Saturday morning I'll be leaving Oklahoma City to head back to Texarkana. Dallas isn't really on my route,...
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in that case, you'd be better off going to Military Gun Supply. they're about the only ones who have surplus rifles at most of the shows anyway. why...
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Last post by Chris
Thu Mar 23, 2006 10:10 pm
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Last post by KinnyLee
Thu Mar 23, 2006 1:46 pm
Does anybody know...
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hobbeeman »
Mon Mar 20, 2006 12:09 am
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Up in the high plains, we often go out to the Canadian River bed to shoot. (We go upstream about 1-2 miles of the bridge and set up clay pigeons or...
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Yardsale,
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Last post by hobbeeman
Wed Mar 22, 2006 8:01 pm
Sig Enthusiasts
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Geopagus »
Sun Mar 05, 2006 9:22 pm
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For those of you Sig Sauer enthusiasts (such as myself), they've revamped their website and it looks very very nice. They've also come out with a...
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We should be getting in our Full-Auto Sig rifles soon. :twisted: Just started the process today with Sig.
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Last post by Rabbi
Wed Mar 22, 2006 7:13 pm
Defenseless Decision- by John R. Lott Jr
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Paladin »
Wed Mar 22, 2006 12:45 pm
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Published Tuesday, March 21, 2006, in National Review Online.
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I don't know as much as I would like too about how this was done (the gun confiscation) but it appears to me the law was broken. If that is indeed...
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Last post by bauerdj
Wed Mar 22, 2006 5:07 pm
Hmmm, Senatorial District Convention...
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stevie_d_64 »
Tue Mar 21, 2006 10:09 am
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Since I always tend to push the envelope in certain situations, but always covering my bases...
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Thanks for asking the question, Stevie.
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Last post by apowell
Wed Mar 22, 2006 2:30 pm
Bill of NON- Rights
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progun47 »
Wed Mar 22, 2006 9:07 am
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This is off topic, but I got it in an email and thought it was good, and wanted to pass it on.
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Some of our founding fathers might have been Christians, but not all of them were. Most of them were Deists
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Last post by nitrogen
Wed Mar 22, 2006 10:21 am
If we live in a perfect world. Funny!
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KinnyLee »
Sun Mar 19, 2006 4:22 pm
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:lol: :lol:
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I hope you don't mind... I stole the picture and posted it on another forum. Let me know if you want me to remove it.
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Last post by Kalrog
Wed Mar 22, 2006 9:08 am
Off-duty guard fatally shoots man
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Paladin »
Tue Mar 21, 2006 1:30 pm
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Off-duty guard fatally shoots man
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Remember...
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Last post by stevie_d_64
Tue Mar 21, 2006 4:28 pm
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Last post by Boma
Tue Mar 21, 2006 2:28 am
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Last post by dws1117
Tue Mar 21, 2006 12:21 am
What is your opinion on RBCD ammo???
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stevie_d_64 »
Sat Feb 18, 2006 10:58 pm
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I got hooked on the performance of this ammo a couple of years ago...
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if you are actually hunting them, you need a license. If they are causing damage and you just want to exterminate them, you do not need a license as...
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Last post by Lonegun1894
Mon Mar 20, 2006 7:41 pm
Man Shoots Tires Of Burglar
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carlson1 »
Sat Mar 18, 2006 3:55 am
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I would say this is what NOT to do. . .
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JMO:
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Last post by PX
Mon Mar 20, 2006 8:42 am
I can't believe I traded for an UGLY gun!
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seadawg221 »
Wed Mar 08, 2006 9:49 am
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I have been wanting an FN FAL ever since I first shot one last year. A friend of mine had one and we decided we might trade. When I first seen this...
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My apologies Tmix. I hadn't yet seen your post offering your services when I made my reply. Wasn't trying to short you the business. :)
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Last post by Plink
Sun Mar 19, 2006 10:18 pm
J&G Sales
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JLaw »
Sun Mar 12, 2006 12:58 am
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Anybody had any dealings with these people? They've got a really good price on their used Smiths.
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I've dealt with J&G for about 10 years now. They're a great bunch of honest folks.
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Last post by Plink
Sun Mar 19, 2006 10:06 pm
Jennings/Bryco?
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TexasGlock23 »
Thu Mar 09, 2006 1:33 am
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Anyone know any first hand kowledge of the Bryco division .380. I just got one today from my mom. She bought it new back in '95. It hasn't been shot...
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Wow, really? Great contribution to the thread. Now go pat yourself on the back!
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Last post by TexasGlock23
Sun Mar 19, 2006 2:56 pm
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