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Had a doc's appointement this morning at Skyline and went across the street to Walmart afterwards, just hoping a I might get lucky and find some 22 there.   No luck of course, but I was close and thought I'd try. But while I was there, the young man beside me started a conversation. Asking what I was looking for.   I didn't think too much about it and said I was looking for some 22, maybe even some 9 or 45.   He then proceded to tell me he was looking as well, hoping to find some more for the weekend. Going shooting? No.   He's looking for it to resell.   Well....after a few seconds looking into his eyes I asked if he was going to take it to Hendersonville this weekend. Yes, he says.   So I believe I stunned him then.   I looked him right in the eyes and said "So you're the reason the rest of us can't find anything. You're buying it and feeding this mess by trying to make a profit from it He looked shocked that I'd said that. So I continued.   "You will be selling it at Hendersonville tomorrow?"  He said yes rather quietly. I said thanks. "I'll be sure and tell my buddies to avoid you.""   Over reaction? I don't think so.   If I can resist trying to resell mags at inflated prices, or jack up rifle prices about retail and beyond; I'm not ashamed to say that I'm offended by someone doing that with ammo to me and others.   So if you see a early 20-something young man abou t5'10" and puxhing 300 lbs'  stop in and give him your money.  Or your thanks.

Before Christmas, my wife and I were in a local jewelry/cosmetics store. The conversation behind the counter?   "Gun control is not the answer."   I was the only man in the place, and I didn't bring it up...

Overreaction? Yes. It's the free market. Supply and demand. If people didn't think it was worth the markup they wouldn't pay it, leaving him holding the bag. Since people are paying it, it's obviously worth whatever he is asking.    Unless of course you prefer a planned economy? If so, there are plenty of Socialists out there who can help you with that. ;)

This weekend, I'd send you to the Hendersonville Gun Show. Look for a sign at a booth that says "Reloading Supplies", and a great big fella underneath it.

http://www.theblaze.com/stories/2013/01/16/andrea-mitchell-argues-govt-can-infringe-upon-americans-inalienable-rights-hear-pro-gun-advocates-epic-response/     The claim may seem outrageous, but here’s how Mitchell defended her stance after her guest claimed the Obama administration can’t infringe upon Americans’ inalienable rights:   “Well, they can be infringed, because the First Amendment is infringed, I have to obey all sorts of regulations from the FCC, there are things we can’t say in a crowded theater, so every right also carries with it responsibilities and obligations.”   In response, Eric Pratt, of Gun Owners for America, provided a well thought out analogy that seemingly dismantled Mitchell’s argument.   “What’s interesting about that, though, is we don’t gag people before they go into the theater, we punish the lawbreakers,” he said. “And in the same way, we would argue punish those who abuse the right, but don’t gag law-abiding citizens before they exercise their right. We shouldn’t be registering them like sex offenders, like they are in New York. We shouldn’t be in any way impeding them if they have not committed a crime.”

We need to get the word out.   One thing the antis have that we do not is a comprehension and use of social media. They use social media regularly to get the word out while there are a lot of us who do not use things like Facebook, twitter or other forms of social media. That is also the sole reason why we failed to elect Romney. If we could offer and get more like mided individuals using socail media it will help us immensely. It will help now as well as in 2016, which will be a huge accomplishment if we win that election.   I have often said we need to take the plays from the antis playbook and social media is one of the better plays they have. We also need to be more vocal through calling friends, family or engaging complete strangers to explain to them why we are the winning team. A person who is sitting on the fence will choose to be on the winning team and if they think we are it then they will side with us. Those who are diehard antis are not fence sitters and no amount of logic is going to sway them. But for the fence sitters I think we can make a huge impact on which way they will vote by being more vocal.   Dolomite

the sad thing is they are americans too . they should not have to live like this

I'm pretty sure there's plenty of folks in the commie states that are pissed off too. They're screwing a LOT of people right now. Hopefully it will rid us of a bunch of the assholes in the next election.

Here's a compilation I've never seen before, apologies if everybody else has, really enjoyed it. Juxtaposes some pithy ironic viewpoints that really speak volumes.   http://www.everydaynodaysoff.com/2010/09/21/40-reasons-to-ban-guns/   - OS    

We have Rights.   Perhaps that's why the left's get so pissed... ;)

This is Boba. He was a rescue. Forgive the cliche but he really IS a junkyard dog. He came from a nearby wrecking yard. That group of Aholes lost their lease and were going to kill him and throw him in a hole where they were burying trash. He came to me, I've had him ever since. They used to kick him and be mean to him. When I found him, the chain he was on weighed more than he did. 12 mos old and weighed around 30lbs. Well Aholes, If you guys ever wanna kick him again, I'll let you. I'll go in the house and promise NOT to get involved. Go in his pen and kick him now! Later that afternoon, I'll get a mop and clean up what's left of you. People who abuse dogs deserve a slow death. It took time, but we come to an understanding. That understanding grew to the best friend I got. I swear, he'd jump off a cliff if I ask him to. I once snapped my fingers and told him to jump into the middle of a pile of tires. I was just screwing around and would have never thought he'd actually do it. He bailed off in the middle of them and busted his ass. I felt really bad, he got a couple McDoubles from McDonald's and I doubt he holds it against me. He's never mentioned it. Anyway....Here's my buddy. 80lbs of faithful retard. I no like you pinch a da cheeks!

I have always said that their lives are too short not to spoil them.............especially for as much as they freely give. I have had German Shepards most of my life, my wife had King Shepards, so they are our fur kids. A house is not a home without a dog..............

THE ONLY PERSON TO BUY FROM!

Think real hard about small-of-back carry.  It's not nearly as accessible, secure, or concealable as you think.  It also really, really hurts if you fall on it.... AMHIK.  If that's the only spot you've got room in your pants for the gun, I'd strongly recommend you consider larger pants or OWB.  That said, I have crossbreed and a galco that work pretty well.

For anyone considering a Weimaraner they go from this at 8 weeks to this at 6 months to this at one year And yes he's spoiled. In all seriousness though, too many people get this breed just based on how cute they look as a puppy with their blue eyes and all and don't stop to consider that this a breed that will positively own you if you don't take the time to train and exercise them. Please adopt responsibly. Too many Weims abandoned as it is.

It was a tragedy for everybody, and a great opportunity for some. But, why would these caring commies manipulate the information? They have been so honest with everything else, like F&F and Benghazi.

My crackhead Weim Jasper

What about finger in the trigger guard for the win

GOd almighty damn! I hate social security.  I might would turn in one of my assault rifles to see that system collapse.  Thankfully, a little patience and I believe I'll get to see it for free.  Filthy socialists, get out of my pocket you theivin' bastages.  

  No, that's a lot of bull from people who have never been in a self-defense shooting.  Remain armed until the police get there and have control of the situation.  Do you want to be unarmed if the person you just defended yourself against has friends, family, accomplices nearby who are unhappy about you doing what you just did?   Nope.  Remain armed.  Disarm when instructed by the police.   Edited to add:  I often see comments from folks saying they're not going to throw their nice Nighthawk 1911 or whatever on the ground when the police get there because it's too nice / pretty / expensive.  When the police are arriving, holster your firearm before they get out of their car.  Hands up and wait for instruction.  If they tell you to unholster and throw it to the ground, throw it to the ground.  If they tell you to lay it on the ground slowly, do it slowly.  If they tell you to tap dance and pat your belly at the same time, do that too.   Bottom line being, your stupid high-end boutique firearm isn't worth you getting shot over.  If it's so concerning that your gun might get scratched, don't carry it.  If you think it  might go off when dropped or tossed to the pavement, don't carry it.  Good guns don't go off when dropped.   Do whatever the nice police officers tell you to do, following their instructions to the letter, and keep your mouth shut until asked to speak.  And even then limit what you say.  You were in fear for your life, that guy over there in a pile is the guy who attacked you, and you'll be GLAD to cooperate with the police after your attorney is present.  You are in no state of mind to say anything else without your attorney present.  Period.   Establish that you're the good guy, point out the bad guy, point out the knife or gun or ball bat or chain or axe or whatever he was about to attack you with, and then shut your hole.

  Bingo. Like any of these nutjobs has ever said, "Gee, I'd like to go on a killing rampage today but all I have is 40 ten-round magazines. Guess I'll take up basket weaving instead." 

this word, mass destruction, I do not think it means what they think it means....

This thread is certainly making it easier to figure out who not to try and do business with...

The poor forgotten third amendment   http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=F584p5kJL-U

So I agree with what the video had to say. But what's up with the cheapo animation, text to voice and the crash test dummy?  I think that kinda kills the credibility, least for me.   Next time I would suggest a badger, holding a wooden spoon and riding a segway.

I agree fully with the observations on folks speakin up over what is goin on now; especially with regard to the guns, magazines, and ammo thing.  More and more folks are waking up to what these people really want to do. People can understand what the plain reading of the second amendment says; and can compare it very quickly with what these sons of satan are proposing; and are, in fact, doin in the blue states like new york.    Its the ultimate irony to me that this unholy alliance of apostate jewish eastern european demigogs like Bloomberg and the great "godfather" Rahm and their useful children in the black community would think that restricting gun ownership would be a good thing.  It seems to me that i remember that black folks were mistreated with gun laws until just after the civil war (...slaves dont own guns...); and the fathers and moms of these european folks gave their guns up to a guy by the name of Adolph Hitler (...and Joe Stalin, as well...).  If i wuz a member of either of those groups; it would be a cold day in hell before any stinkin politico took any of my guns and ammo; but that's just me.   In my mind, its just another proof that there just may be something to "social darwinism"; as my 23 year old so artfully argues (...mostly for the sake of arguement...): ...." There must be greater and lesser human beings; more advanced and less advanced...."  "Those anointed to rule and those consigned to be ruled over"...etc, etc...You get the picture.   I say what they need to do is to keep stirrin this pot.  I think it will bring them a bitter harvest.  Lots of folks are ambivalent about taxes (...especially if they dont pay any....).  Folks can understand when things are contrary to the plain language to what is purported to be the supreme law of the land.   I say "...keep talkin..." dear sweet brother barak, bloomberg, coumo, wrangle and others.  More and more folks are listenin and gettin mad.   listenin leroy

Do not put Walter down like that, he would make a much better VP! :rofl:

  I sincerely hope and wish it so.   On a similar note, I was in a local Wallyworld Tuesday and happened upon some WWB 45. As I was paying for them, a young man passing by saw them and we struck up a conversation. He was probably mid 20s and actually could string 3 words together without a F/S/MF; and was intelligently talking with me about his guns. Ended up letting him have some of the 45. It was a pleasure to see a young man not a flaming lib and intelligent enough to know the difference between his butt and Obama.

The organizer in chief never left campaign mode. That stunt with the children was as low as I've seen. Stalin and Hitler did the same stunt. Right before they disarmed the people and sent them off to camps and slaughtered them. History repeats itself. If we let it.

Politicians like that don't do public transportation. He's rich, runs New York and thinks he knows what is best for everyone.   As much as we would like to see him depart the earth, when the gun ban fails, Seeing his face and the failure of the Obama Administration on AWB#2 would be better.   I hope congress has the balls to stand up to the "telepromptor reading, Hypocritical, Socialist,Better than the rest of us POS" Obama is.

Here's some ranges:   Grains/round = rounds/pound 2.5 = 2800 3.0 = 2333 3.5 = 2000 4.0 = 1750 4.5 = 1556 5.0 = 1400 5.5 = 1273 6.0 = 1167 6.5 = 1077 7.0 = 1000

    Except that when the cop gets there and finds out you've got a gun on your hip, you're gonna do a face plant with a knee in your back and your gun is gonna get tossed anyway.  At the very least they'll make you disarm yourself and put it on the ground, likely at gun point.  Then they'll move in and cuff you.  Hopefully you'll get released in short order, but I seriously doubt the cops will let you remain armed.

A doctor can ask me anything they want. My doctor is a serious liberal. She has also known me for a long time. Ask away, but you only get what I want you to have.

http://www.breitbart.com/Big-Government/2013/01/17/Oklahoma-Steps-Up-Threatens-5-Years-Imprisonment-For-Federal-Gun-Grabbers     I knew Oklahoma would join the fight.

My youngest daughter did it and thought it was mild.  She then went and rafted the Gauley River in WV.  Said it was better.

Honestly, I think there isn't a state Northeast of Virginia that I care to visit anymore, except New Hampshire.  They have all turned socialist and really seem to be no part of the United States any longer, nor do they recognize the Constitution.

I can't speak for the retired LEO's, however as the law stands now, on-duty cops cannot carry anything more than the 7 round mag. While I feel the whole law is idiotic, I would think on-duty LEO'S would constitute an appropriate exemption.

I wonder if you could use a piece of glass and have it laser edtched with the reticle of your choice? It would just need to be a flat piece of glass with no curve to it.   Dolomite

I'll give you 1 attaboy for that post! :up: :usa:

For the money, you just can't beat Nikon.  

I was at Wal-Mart Wed. night staring at the pretty beige shelves where the ammo used to be when another man started a conversation. Next thing i know there were 4 of us. I left there and went to K-Mart and ran into one of the dudes there. They have a ton of 12ga. slugs btw but nothing else. I even see people who are "non-political" posting on facebook. It's nice to see so many people engaged. Before the election I had a conversation with some people about how it wasn't bad enough yet. Things were bad but it was going to take something else to get people to wake up. This might be it.

  That is really a bad idea.  After you drop the mag and clear the chamber, the threat's buddy that you didn't see comes up makes you feel really dumb.   If it turned into the absolute worst situation, I would much rather be disarmed at gunpoint by a LEO than have an empty gun on me while waiting for the police to arrive at the scene.

What a F'ing idiot!   Big shock that he's a self proclaimed most popular liberal talk show host and fomer physcotherapist. Ironic, no?   Liberals...................always trying to re-write history.

I'be been able to get any caliber pistol ammo from my local sporting goods store. The only ammo I can't seem to find is 223/556 and 22lr. I'm still only paying about $14-$15/box per 50 rounds of 9mm.

  Great point. My understanding is that after the threat is removed you should drop the mag, empty the chamber lock the slide back and place the gun on the ground at your feet. This way you are not an armed person at the scene of a shooting when the cops roll up.   Al

It’s not being short sighted; its being a former cop and seeing situations go south. If a cop knocks on my door and tells me he has a gun that was traced to me; I’m going to be able to give him the name and address of who I sold it to. I tell people right up front they have to show me a TN Driver’s license or an HCP. The only one that knows you are a Tennessee resident and are not a convicted felon is you. But if I’m going to be in a courtroom trying to convince a jury I didn’t know you were a felon or that you were from another state, you can bet I won’t be telling them I don’t know his name because he didn’t want to give it. Transferring a firearm is something most people won’t take lightly. If people are sketchy…. Walk away.

The panic buying will stop when the credit card bills start coming due. I am then hoping there will be panic selling.

For what it is worth I was told by an ATF Agent last summer that the magic number is 25 per year in the Nashville office. That was last summer and I do not have it on paper. Current trends and policy could very well change the number. I would guess that they could make a pretty strong case if one were to buy several ARs from a dealer at a low price for some reason and within a short time sold them for a decent profit.   I do not have to worry as I almost never sell guns.   I do know that persons have been convicted for selling vehicles without a license in TN. This normally has something to do with leaving the titles open.

Mercur der Jaeger

    1st off. Thanks you for the heads up on the in stock mags, I am sure that you have only good intentions of helping us out in finding in stock mags. They seem to be very rare these days.   Now on to the more important part.   Say NO to CTD  :wave: