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                You sound like a guy who has never made a mistake.  Please tell us what it's like living a perfect life.  Does it get annoying having all of those people following you around asking you to show them how you walk on water or change water into wine, or do you leverage the modern advances of social media and demonstrate the miraculous via YouTube?   Because, buddy, if you think you are so far removed from the possibility of ever having to walk in the shoes of the OP, you might be setting yourself up for a big dose of karma.  There's  an old saying a friend of mine was prone to utter in cases like this:  There, but by the grace of God, go I.   How many more rocks do you have in that pile behind you to throw?

Soon enough I will be traveling around the state at gun shows and will be selling Protech and eventually others I assure you I will give the best prices and service that you all will find anywhere

I don't like other people making plans for me. 

I guess we will really find out now if men buy it for the stories and not the pics.

The very first high powered rifle I shot as a kid was my Dad's Savage Model 99e in .308 Win. Of course even then, it was amazing to watch my Dad shoot it, and train my younger brother and I the correct and safe way to handle weapons. I loved shooting his Rem 870, his Super Blackhawk .44 mag, his Security Six .357, his multiple .22 lr rifles and the Stevens 20 gauge single shot that was our first "my own" gun. But there was always "something" about that Savage. At that point in my life, I didn't have a favorite type of rifle as in bolt action vs lever action so I know it didn't have anything to do with my affection for this particular 99. I think most of it was just because it was Dad's, but a lot was because I watched him re-checker it and change the stock from the darker color to the almost blonde color that it has been most of it's life. In my 20's I slipped into the work, chase girls, drink beer, and hanging with friends mode. So my hunting and shooting days were very few and far between, something I regret to this day. As I entered my 30's all of that faded away and hunting & shooting became part of my desires again. Dad and I talked guns and ammo talk more than we ever had, and I'd missed that. Somewhere along the way I'd started messing with him saying "Dad, you know that ole Savage is just gathering dust. You need me to take care of it for you? <insert laugh>". He'd always come back with one of a hundred responses ranging from "I think I'm gonna get it out and clean it" to "You know, I believe I'm gonna deer hunt with that this year" and the occasional "Oh, you'll get it one of these days". The latter being the one that worried me because I didn't want to get it the way most children get their parents weapons, in a will. But the jokes have continued all this time and even in texts: "Dad, just wanted to see if y'all were coming down this weekend .308" or I'd text him and say "I have break coming up, call me at 3:08" and always made for good laughs but to no avail haha. Fast forward to a couple of weeks ago and Dad began asking about my Rem 700 SPS Tactical .308 and talking about getting one. We talked stock and optic options as well as pricing variances. I began online shopping and sending him info on different ways he could go. He came in town this past Tuesday to visit with us while my brother and his family were in town from San Diego. He'd also picked up my new bow and brought it in with him so I met him at Bass Pro after work and we talked a lot and looked at some rifles while shooting the crap about life happenings. We left empty handed, which never happens with us, and we'd decided to go to local gun shops on Thursday and Friday for more shopping and hands on. He ended up buying the SPS Wednesday while I was at work, so shopping was done haha. He had them mount his base, rings, and his Leupold scope when he picked it up. I told him that we'd sight it in Saturday while we were having a family get together in Whites Creek. Saturday morning comes and I've packed up a couple AR's and my Rem 700, a ton of ammo and targets for a day of shooting that I've been waiting for a LONG time. One with my brother and Dad being there at the same time. With my brother being in S.D. it's rare to have the time and place availability for us to shoot together. I show up at my sister's place, start unloading everything before Dad gets there and he pulls in shortly after. I meet him at the back of his truck and we're looking at his new rifle, as he grins and tells me he can't wait to shoot it. He's a Marine so I know he's excited :usa: Everyone spreads away from the truck tailgate and Dad says "Hey, I gotta talk to you about something when everyone leaves". I'm thinking of what I could have done to hear those words after all these years of no ass whoopins lol. He slides another rifle case towards the tailgate and starts to open it while speaking "Look, I know you've loved this rifle since you were a kid. I'm sure I'm gonna be happy with this new one. I know you'll appreciate it for what it is, and I know you'll take good care of it. Put it in the truck and take care of it." This is the part where I just stare at the rifle, then stare at Dad in pure disbelief for what seemed like 30 minutes but was in reality probably 2 minutes. If I'd had to guess how I would have reacted I would probably think big smile, screaming with excitement, telling him thank you a hundred times and hugging him and saying I love you and I'll take good care of it. Well, that is NOT what happened, I couldn't say anything, probably mumbled something I'm not sure followed by a "Are you serious or teasing me again?" Well it was real, I didn't touch the gun, I hugged him and thanked him and told him I loved him and that I was glad that he handed it to me and that I didn't have to wait until he was unable to use it anymore to get it. My arms were covered in goosebumps the entire time, he even noticed it and said "Damn, are you okay?" I told him I wasn't sure. I packed it in the truck, still not believing that I was taking it home. Then we got out the SPS's and sighted his in. It was dead on accurate and he was needless to say very excited with it! My brother came down in the field and shot it as well which made it the perfect day! Anyway, sorry it's so long but if someone bought me a Barrett .50 cal tomorrow it would not be a more exciting Show & Tell thread for me. I can't wait to shoot it, try out some different ammo in it, and will definitely be taking it in the woods this year to deer hunt once gun season opens up!! Signed, Happy Ain't The Word

This is made from 1/4" thick 1095 carbon steel and is a whopping 17" long with a blade length on 12". It has red oak scales and SS pins and lanyard hole. It's double acid etched. It's headed to the sheath maker tomorrow for a sheath exactly like this. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XcgbXSCyAMo

get up and close the door.

IF they want that then I want them all to confess that Jesus is the Lord and Savior.

The serial number look up came back a range of "94-95".   When I dug deeper here is what I basically found out. In '93ish the die was cast and the decision made to stop revolver production and there were still a lot of "N-frames" and parts left that needed to be used up. They made 3" and 4" barreled versions of the detective special and marked them as Police Positive MkVs.    The barrel crown also is recessed. Which I thought was pretty cool. Blueing is the very classic deep blue, almost black. Very minor wear.   And yes... with the 4" barrel and full shrouded ejector rod it has a great recoil recovery.   The only downside is it is making me want more older Colt revolvers now. :)

I must have missed the part where the OP was asking for marital advice, but I will say I admire the folks that can judge the totality of a marriage that includes a child from just a few paragraphs. I wonder if you can also give me financial advice. I need money. That's apparently all you need to know.   As for the OP's actual question, I visited my brother in jail for the better part of his 8 years in state prison. Sometimes I even took my daughter, who wasn't older than about 9 or 10 when my brother was released. It really isn't that big of a deal. Expect to be thoroughly searched and have to obey more rules than you can count, but otherwise it's just a family visit that often includes buying sweets and drinks (depending on the facility) and possibly some card playing, etc. Sure, it's not the ideal situation, but it is easily workable. Especially at your daughter's age, the visiting isn't the part that is going to be hard to deal with. I would wager that, if anything, it will be a net plus. Nothing can replace the parent/child relationship, even if it's not a perfect one.    As for folks that are condemning this woman for what apparently amounts to a misdemeanor, you have to realize that folks do things for myriad reasons. Of course there are the stupid mistakes all of us make, but then certain conditions, such as bipolar disorder can make a person do things they would never do normally. In fact, financial disasters are a not uncommon outcome of that specific disorder, so I would caution you all to be careful casting judgment on someone you've never met, especially when the situation is passed to you secondhand.

I would hope you say that because you are young:).. I tell you what..if my husband makes a dumb ass mistake.. and he is in jail.. you bet I would stay by him.. with all my heart also..NO QUESTIONS asked :) That is love  :) And yeah i would let my children into the jail to  see him.. he is their father.. not some monster who is inhuman and doesnt make any mistakes..

Ya know...facts and stuff. It's long but a great read. http://www.beliefnet.com/News/Articles/Harvard-University-Study-Reveals-Astonishing-Link.aspx?p=1 Sent from my SM-N910V using Tapatalk

Even my son's school has changed from lock down in the class rooms to "run, hide, or fight."  Not that they provide any effective means of fighting back, but they have changed the security plan so that it is no longer just "hide and die."

Then he should have gone into the lobby. 

I'd go to the lobby and ask to speak to a manager immediately because there is a potential for disaster. All the while I would be scoping out an escape path just in case.    One thing I see wrong with your scenario is that when the person opens the emergency exit it's going to set off an alarm. 

If they want that, I want all of them to pack their bags and get the hell out of no only Tennessee but The United States of America and go the hell back where they came from. Muhammad maybe their gods messenger but he is not mine nor any of my family's. Jesus is Our Messenger to Our GOD so just pack your bags and get the hell out............Not my so humble opinion this time......... :mad: :mad: 

Either of these would be fun.

I haven't seen anything referencing what the charge was; but even so it changes my opinion very little if at all.  Unless the crime was against the spouse or the children I don't see it as a problem.  When you get married, you do it for better or for worse; but I guess some don't take that as seriously anymore.

It seems to be that the best tactic would have been to get a large earth mover or cat with a secure cabin and just mow them down. Drive back and forth until the pit floor is mush... an easy days work and problem solved. Maybe no one knows how to drive a bulldozer?

Good info. Unfortunately in terms of anti-gunners, you can't fix stupid, no matter what the facts bear out. Any time pertinent facts are brought to the anti-gunners' table, their response is pretty much like the kid in school who covers his ears and screams "lalalalala... I CAN'T HEAR YOU!" Willful ignorance is absolutely the worst kind.

Yea, I stink at this. I tried to copy the link from another forum. Maybe someday I'll get a 6 year old to teach me.

I am going to shoot as is for a few months and save up for a better stock. I was looking at an HS Precision. I will definitely look into getting the bolt knob you recommended. Looks like a decent alternative to cutting and threading the handle. Going to zero the scope this weekend and practice a little over the next few weeks. I am looking forward to rifle season, will be the first time I have hunted deer. Here is the rifle with the scope mounted Sent from my SPH-L720 using Tapatalk

That is what we call a "rifle". :)

I say let her visit. There can NEVER be enough reinforcement of the consequences of "bad decisions". That goes not only for all people but especially those at that age.

Came across this on FB and thought I would share. Personally I really, really like it.

Have 4 free booze tickets for Southwest that expire Dec 31 & I don't plan on flying any more this year.  If anyone wants them just let me know and I'll toss 'em in the mail.

Enjoy lol http://m.huffpost.com/us/entry/561d2c78e4b028dd7ea5381d?ncid=txtlnkusaolp00000592 Sent from my SM-N910V using Tapatalk

Something that has been on my mind lately.   Keep in mind, I see this as unlikely but still prefer to have a plan of action.   At work, they have a Shelter in place plan that is the same for natural vs man made disaster.  I have no doubt that if there was an active shooter situation they would call for everyone to go to the SIP location which only 2 locations in the whole building.   For me, the shelter in place calls for me to leave my area and go down 1 floor into a hallway that you can only access via security badges.  My badge won't open that door so I would be completely dependent on someone at the door to let me in.  During Drills they always have someone there.  (I don't expect the brave management types to be that brave during an actually emergency).   I agree with the plan in the event of say a tornado.   However if there is an active shooter, I would no want to go to the hall way.   I believe I would take another route which is about equal distance from my seat to an emergency stairwell  at the end of the building.  It is not locked from the inside, the only locks prevent someone from getting in.  You can exit all day long any day or night. I normally park on the end of the building and use it as a means of leaving the building almost daily anyways so it is a path i know well.   Thoughts?  Go with the Corp. Plan and SIP or try to make an escape? I have pretty well made my mind up, I am going for the escape to get outside.  If there is a shooter in the building, I want to be on the outside.   Odds are unless shooting started directly near me, I would have enough time to go to that stairwell, especially if people are following the funnel to the SIP location. There are only about 10 offices between me an that Stairwell, plus 2 paths to it vs the SIP location only has 1 real path from my location due to a choke point.    

Someone copied the tornado plan and pasted it into the "shooter" plan, it sounds like. 

Not no but hell no! Teach it at home but leave it out of the public!

Going Saturday morning to priest. Crappie and Bass. Good luck. 

THANKS TEDS

DO NOT GET ME STARTED!!! The muslims have been working on this for over 30 years, maybe longer.

What is with all this going into public schools?   Separation of Church and State?  Anyone in government heard of that?

I saw that video this morning. The guy does appear to stop moving when the CCWer stopped shooting. When he pops up the guy keeps shooting. I actually thought it showed amazing restraint, and good composure to stay trained on the guy.... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I'm sure it's afternoon somewhere :woohoo:

Speaking of rare, when I was a kid at least once a month I would find green tree snakes while wondering around in the woods. I have been back here for 16 years now and have only seen one. Now granted I do not roam the woods like when I was 9 years old but I should be seeing more than what I do now.

Prag, thanks for the offer, never seriously considered pocket carry, so we never really discuss it...no harm no foul. Dolo, checked out that rig when you first posted...oone reason for pocket carry is aiwb or rather my waistband specifically is no longer gun friendly. I buy my pants 1- 2 inches bigger depending on fit, I have grown into those inches. Until I upsize or downsize, I'm avoiding any new IWB rigs. I decided to go local and have commissioned gjohnsoniv to make me one

SC is so scared that Spurrier quit

Can't speak to the 45c, but the night and day difference the apex trigger did for my wife's shield was worth the price of admission.

I really wish they'd STOP overdubbing the sound of a hammer being cocked whenever someone handles a Glock.

I hear Hillary might be interested in that record destruction job -

Tin foil or not, the Gov. is well known for not destroying records that were supposed to be so. I trust these fine folks about as far as I can throw my F-150.

If discounts for cops, military, senior citizens, ladies' night, etc. doesn't bother you, I don't see why this would get one's panties in a bunch. Personally, I'm not a fan of discounts for one group of people.   This is a good way to get free advertising.

Why are you so concerned about it?

  Facts don't matter. Some people will always say the shot makes them sick. I think they're being infected by black panthers. :)   - OS

I've got mixed feelings on this. Sometimes good people do stupid shit and up in jail, I'm not trying to pass judgment on you or your wife. I think you've done a good job addressing the negatives of the situation, but are there any potential positives? Do you think your daughter may be in any kind of need of a behavioral wake up call? Going to visit folks in jail can be an excellent wake up call to ship up. So can posting bail, but mores when you go to jail and are treated to a bit of loss of humanity for yourself.    If thats not any kind of deciding factor, I would probably go a few times solo first and get a feel for the process and the place, once you know the drill you will be much better prepared to make the parental call for yourself.   Good luck to you and the wife. Tell her to read as much as possible, sign on for ANY sanctioned group that may be available i.e. bible studies, educational, work etc. and keep quiet on her personal life. Any one that needs to know anything about her real life already does and jail is no place to make friends. Generally speaking. If she gets her head right and keeps it down she'll only really do two days, the day she goes in and the day she comes out.

I guess I will continue to be in the wrong crowd as often as possible............ :up:

Just jump in the HOV lane. Last time I had to go there during rush hour, I was in the HOV lane with my SUV and two AR-15's in the back seat. Dose of freedom! :)

Don't laugh. :meh: This table was made completely out of junk and scrap wood, iron and aluminum by my Dad. It was to be a portable reloading table that he could wheel in the living room and watch cowboy flicks while reloading. Then, wheel it back out so my mom wouldn't get pissed about dads old junk table being in the way. :lol: I know, it's ugly. But it works perfectly for its intended use. Using it as a kid, it was my favorite reloading table out of all of them he built. Bare table: On the way to getting it setup: My Dad is retired now and trying to downsize his man-cave. He has like 5 reloading tables with presses on all of them. He even built a couple so he could reload outdoors on a nice day. So I scored this one from him. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk