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Have patience  ....it takes them a while to catch her   Opps.....Sorry for the typo "Dog lovers watch this" ...

Hi, my name is Sam.  It's been almost 4 months since my last gun buy. <crowd - Hi Sam>  And I'm getting the itch again.   All kidding aside, been wanting to get an AK, don't want a fancy one, don't want to build one or buy one that was pieced together by someone else.  What are some of the decent factory options available?  I did the normal google-fu and came up with a few, but wanted to see if the hive has any recommendations before ordering.   Not worried about wood or composite, it will probably never be modded, just always wanted an AK and there's some empty space in the safe.

This is the first forum I've been a part of, so far everything has been great. Two transactions, and both have been awesome. Since I had no previous experience with forums, I made my full name as my handle on here, and would like to change for obvious reasons. According to forum stipulations, I have to have 30 feedbacks before it will allow me to change my username. Is there any way around this, or am I just going to have to wait it out?

I thought so as well, but I have been a benefactor the entire time and was not able to make the change until just recently.  Maybe I should have asked, but it wasn't that big a deal to me anyway.

It's in the electronics. It's more effective at managing which wheels need most traction. Each wheel is treated independently by the computer. I read an article about a hill climb test. I thinks it's a roller on one side and gravel on another. It's some kind of industry test. Rav 4 and CRV made it about six feet up. Forester went straight to the top with zero issue. I took out a Subaru WRX STI straight off the truck hauler in the rain and shot around downtown back roads at ridiculous speeds in the rain and it was like dry pavement. I've never felt such torque off the line and I use to have a pretty hopped up Mustang in my youth. Fun car to drive. Sent from the Fortress of Solitude.

Just a brief report from our training last night.  As usual Randy put on a very good program with the help of those at the The Ridge shooting facility.  There is more to shooting at night than just shooting in the dark.  A jammed-pack 8 hours of personal protection techniques utilizing awareness, simple self-defense maneuvers, and flashlight work were presented and practiced.  The goal being personal safety and hopefully avoiding the necessity to have to deploy the use of a firearm.  But if it came to the use of a firearm in the dark then one now has some idea what to expect and how to get the hits needed to survive the encounter. 

To me it’s a hobby with a challenge. I started with DOS and have worked my way through all the flavors of windows. (yes, I don’t think I’m that much younger than you ). I was using various CAD/CAM programs to program CNC machine tools as my job, and photography was my hobby. So I learned out of necessity. You can’t let a hardware or software conflict stop production, you have to fix it and move on. I use to beta test the new operating systems. I don’t do that anymore, but I usually get the new OS the first day it’s released. I’ve become a technology junkie; so it’s fun. Change is the only way we progress. If the young people of today could see what we have progressed though; they would be amazed. Most of the new operating systems are an improvement. Some have not been. Windows ME and Vista were terrible operating systems. I am not an IT or networking person; I am an applications person. I keep my OS and my applications running the way they should. I’ll offer some things I have learned over the years that may help. You can’t upgrade an OS and have it perform the way a clean install will. Many will argue that; but it is what it is. You can’t upgrade to the latest OS on your old azz computer and have it perform properly. Hardware and drivers and critical to the operation of the OS; some old stuff will work; some won’t. Don’t hose your new OS as soon as you get it. A big portion of your OS is the browser; it is an integrated part of the OS. Adding Chrome, Firefox or whatever the flavor of the month is and then blaming the OS is ridiculous. After market web browsers are designed and written to the requirements of the OS; not the other way around. I’ve had issues with EDGE and some websites and forums. But I understand that is just a matter of waiting for them to update to the new OS. Google knows everything. If you have an issue or an error message; check it on Google. The hard part is wading through the results and deciphering who knows what they are talking about and who doesn’t. (Just like with gun stuff) I Have fun with it. Am I crazy?

I lost this one yesterday between there and home..  Ya since I figured out how to load/shoot a rev  I should at least know how to fire one of those new fangled guns. I am taking baby steps just to be safe! All joking aside I did try and load it like a rev at a match a few weeks ago, I even switched the gun to my weak hand and didnt realize what I was doing till I couldnt find my mag... that was a good laugh!

How did you fit that mag in your revolver? Have you gone all modern on us with a 100 year old pistol now???

INTRODUCTION -   Hey folks,   Looking through the Survival & Preparedness forum index, I do not see too many discussions on entry level radio communications.   One comment up front (stolen from DaveS) -  "Practicing" for SHTF situations still calls for LAWS to be followed.".  So, if it needs a license to operate....get one. Or don't operate the radio equipment described in this thread.   I'll plan on putting some general information together here in this thread, and focusing on the basics of preparing to "get in contact" when the lines are down.     Most of it will be web links to sources that are a lot better than I can do, but will include at least (in no ordained order, yet)  Getting Started in understanding what you can do to prepare, radio waves, frequencies, operating bands & services (HF, VHF, HAM, CB, FRS, GMRS, Commercial, Government, etc), propagation (gets from point-to-point),terrain,distance, TX/RX - transmitters and receivers (a combination of the two are called "transceivers") modes of operation (analog and digital), power (operating sources and transmitting output), Antennas, feedlines (between antenna & radio), and support structures, Operating & Communicating (home, mobile,portable, and use of "repeaters") Thoughts / Sources on Regulatory Guidance (staying out of trouble, minimizing attention to yourself), Reliability, Sustainability, Efficiency, Economy, Resourcefulness  ("Hints & Kinks" - how to do it cheaper and better) Sources and Vendors (places to purchase stuff) "I can Help !"  (identfy your self (w/callsign if able), and any other useful info on how you can help folks) It will not be exhaustive, or even necessarily precise, but will be close enough to get a new-comer started on learning, and identifying folks who can help. It is not meant to act as a all-in-all, but rather as a starter of learning process and a pointer to other resources.   Contributing OPS, please Title Your Post as top of this post (Antennas, Operations, etc and keep it informational as best we can). Lets try to do lengthy sidebar discussions in new threads, not this one. It is not limited to Ham Radio, although it will be a major contributor.

Today my wife and I took the Defensive Handgun Fundamentals class from Mr. Aaron Cowan with Sage Dynamics.  Bottom line up front I would recommend this course to others.     The class was hosted at Hilltop Range in Dover TN and lasted from 0900 until 4:30ish with about a 45 minute lunch break.  The range was very adequate and was closed to other shooters which was very helpful.  I didn't get an exact count, but I would say there were about 11 students to the one instructor.  The weather was a mix of overcast with slight drizzle/sprinkling rain.  Temperatures were in the upper 60s with light wind.   From my wife perspective the class was perfect.  It was advanced enough to feel challenging to her without causing her to get frustrated at not being able to keep up with the other students.  This was exactly what I was looking at; a class to get her better trained and do so in a way that she is eager to shoot more.     Mr. Cowan has an easy going and jovial attitude that he couples with a background in the military and law enforcement.  His ability to combine words/phrases like thalamus and pelvic girdle into simple to follow examples is entertaining and informative.     Overall we each fired around 250-400 rounds during such topics as: Proper grip  Sight alignment Trigger control Sight picture Human anatomy 3D targets  Drawing from concealment Firing with one hand Firing from contact distances to 7 meters Firing from the back Firing from kneeling Verbal commands Protecting a third party   I am very happy with spending my money and time taking this class.  I feel that I learned a great deal and I have plenty to work on during my future trips to the range.  If given the opportunity to take another Sage Dynamics class I will do so.          

I believe it's the top row. They are all .40's but $319 for a gen 3 G22 in VG condition seems worth letting some know.       I've never ordered from here so don't know their reputation on used grades, yet...       http://www.sportsmansoutdoorsuperstore.com/category.cfm/sportsman/used-firearms

Glock 20 Gen 4 Protech Strider RMJ Range 37 (Hand Forged by Ryan M Johnson) some of my favorite tools

  It was my understanding that Benefactors could do it right away?  You definitely looked under My Profile/ Edit My Profile/Display Name?   If not, an admin should look in ere long.   - OS

Letting them know that Maggie was pregnant was part of her plan.  You can clearly see the mood change once they found out Maggie was pregnant.   Remember, in their eyes, the Saviors are the good guys, and not many good guys would hold the sins of the mother against the unborn child.   At the very least, Carol figured they would be less likely to shoot Maggie first if they needed to send Rick a message, so you could see it as a potential self-sacrifice.     The caring about the baby's welfare was both genuine AND part of her long con, I believe.

I waited it out.  I finally got enough about a week ago and I have been on the forum for about 6 months total.

....and she just blew it by giving up maggies delicate condition!

Happens every years at Christmas. Toys, last year it was Yeti cups.

So I picked up one about a week ago. I thought it would be a typical polymer gun but was surprised.   They ship as a DA/SA with decocker but no ability to be carried cocked and locked. But the safety to swap to a cocked and locked carry comes with the gun. It was easy to swap out so I can carry it in a traditional 1911. I haven't shot it enough but reports are these are pretty accurate.   The sights are what I have been doing for years. They are a three dot sights that use glow in the dark powder as the night sight. It takes a second to charge and is brighter than any tritium I have ever seen. The glow in the dark powder stays as bright as, or brighter than, tritium for hours. The rear of the grip is replaceable with different grip inserts. Capacity is 19+1 but it doesn't feel large.   There is a ton of aftermarket support for these already. I have some reduced mainsprings coming and have already installed the longer firing pin, firing pin spring and the spring for the firing pin safety. I polished up all the parts that need to be polished and worked on the sear to clean it up.   I measured the single action trigger at just over four pounds as it left the factory. After the modifications so far it is just over three pounds. And when I start tuning the main spring I should be able to drop it even more. The trigger in single action isn't as short as a typical cocked and locked gun, which this one is set up as, but it is also pretty nice. It feels about like a heavily modified Glock trigger.   The only ding against this pistol is the sights. It is not that they are bad but they should be much taller for a "suppressor ready" gun. I can buy them for $85 but I would rather pay $85 extra for them already on the gun.   It is my new favorite gun and I cannot wait to start carrying it. I am a CZ fan again, well I never really left just didn't have any.

The Tennessee State Legislature might be in the top 25 most conservative.  Key word is might.  When it comes to the 2nd Amendment, they seem to be on the other side of the 25 most conservative legislative bodies.  and nothing will change until Haslam is gone.

That’s not possible.

I'd put a Williams Foolproof receiver sight on it, and buy some Remington 150 grain core-loct ammo.   I personally don't care for a scope nor sling on a classic lever rifle. They both take away from the fast handling characteristics which made these rifles popular.

Losers weepers Finders Keepers!!!

You hold the gun on him, and I'll chop off his big toe :)

@robtattoo580. I'm on.

Rebuild regulator and cut bad end of hose keep both even and install new fittings. 

http://qualitymachineandtorchrepair.com/ I think that is who he meant.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hUOqTIaau3o

I give one a month, next one will be within the first 2 weeks of May, this one is usually one of the best

You get none (opportunities) that do not benefit Leadership.   Current Leadership must be changed to change any of the limits currently placed on your Rights.

Since you brought up Instagram, here's a video that the younger guys might appreciate if their wife is an Instagram nut.   [media]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fFzKi-o4rHw[/media]

Well, I suppose I can add one more thing here. Back in 79, I attended Pennsylvania Gunsmithing School and a good part of that 18 month full time school was all about building custom rifles from blanks. Once all the physical attributes of the custom rifle's owner were properly converted to stock dimensions such as trigger pull length, drop of the comb off the line of sight, butt plate pitch and drop, the final test was simple. The rifle's owner was instructed to stand at a ready rifle position with a visual target in mind, close his eyes while looking at the target. Shoulder the rifle in one swift move and open his eyes. If the rifle "fit" him, he should be pretty darn close to have overlaid cross hairs on the target. A comfortable cheek weld at line of sight becomes a bit more prevalent for Trap/Skeet/bird hunters since time on target is in seconds. Not so much for deer hunters. I prefer a low as you can go scope on a rifle in classic Weaver rings simply because they are light weight and can be quickly screwed off the bases with the back edge of a knife to get at irons. You can throw all sorts of money at QD rings but Weavers work on everything. If I were to mount them on big kickers, put a dab of basic rubber cement in the ring saddle before you tighten em down. I tested that out on a Win 70 375 H&H that would clover leaf factory ammo consistently out of a cold barrel and the scope never budged. 2 extreme examples of a high comb offering good line of "scope sight" check welds are here in these 2 I built years ago.

  I don't mean to spoil the suspense, but the answer to one of the stories can be found in a different thread.   The duffle bag is still a mystery though. :)

Just as a f'rinstance.... Not including the scope, I put this together for around $600 And this is what it does at 200yds...

Get a Savage and don't look back.   search for "savage" using my name and you will see a lot of reasons why you want to go with a savage.   If you want to discuss it call me.

    The VW software people programmed the car to recognize the presence of an engine analyzer.  When the analyzer is installed, the computer uses different fuel/ignition map and engages the emissions systems.  When the analyzer is removed, the computer defaults back to a different map which uses less fuel, disengages emissions systems, and results in higher NOx and SOx emissions than are allowed by the regs.  They cheated and got caught.    Does that really mean anything to the end consumer?  Only if you live in a place that requires emissions testing.   

I can't tell if someone over there has a sense of humor or if they just know their demographic.

I have a pretty nice museum of mounts going on in my cabinet, all of which are the see-thru variety, all of which were taken off of Tennessee three hundred dollar bills (336 30-30s) I detest the things passionately. Crap-to-no-cheek weld, wobbly zeroes, at least one screw is ALWAYS cross-threaded/stripped & they look like a broken tooth in a super model's head. Add a padded, tooled leather sling (4"wide) & you've got disgusting in a nutshell.

For the price of buying a new car, 2.8L turbo diesel swap into the Cherokee. :) But realistically the new Outback would be a good choice. I've been researching the 2.5L for our next car.

The older I get the more I lead a stress free life as much as possible. Best thing I've ever done after the life I've led. I have my heaalth problems as well but you know what....I just can't fret about it. I wish you all the best in letting go of some things as best you can and have some fun doing whatever you enjoy. It will make you a happy man and rubs off on all those around you.

We just traded my wife's 2006 Lexus for a 2016 Subaru Outback and I'm favorably impressed with the Outback. I have driven a variety of Chevy Tahoes since 1995 and have driven the Outback about a thousand miles since we traded on Feb. 1.  The Outback is equipped with adaptive cruise control (Subaru calls it 'Eyesight') and it works! The 'lane departure' warning also works really well and will actually steer you into your lane if you get distracted. I have experimented with the Eyesight system and have actually had it stop the Outback while I sat there with my foot above the brake if it didn't work fast enough to suit me. Stopped every time!   We got the 4 cylinder version (a 6 cyl is available but scarce) and  the little 4 cyl has plenty of pep.    You should at least read some reviews and check out the Outback before deciding . . . it's a fine little vehicle!

I would guess reholstering after dinner. Dude probably left his weapon in the car and wore his holster in the restaurant. I'll never understand this practice. Concealed means concealed.....unable to detect....cannot be seen. When I carry concealed the only places I stay away from have wands and metal detectors. Unless I'm packin' my Glock 7 which is the ceramic model that can't be detected.

This is the gun I am looking at as a host as well. You got one of the older ones with the lower sights, the newest ones on their website have the taller suppressor sights. That is the very reason I have held off on buying one myself. I am waiting for the taller sights. I had 2 P07's and they really are great guns, although a little thick, but the P09 isn't really something that I personally wouldn't  be carrying anyway.

You should be able to reform your fletchings with a little TLC. Without seeing a pic, I cannot tell you much about your arrow rest.   FYI.....Something I discovered last year with guidance from Rob, was the Tennessee Classic. It is a traditional bow annual event in Chapmansboro, TN.......There you can make your own bow with guidance of some of best bow builders in US to guide you. You can also use your new bow to compete on course with 40 3D game targets. Camping is free and the fun is off the charts.   http://www.twinoaksbowhunters.org/#!events/c2wwm

I'd like to expand if I may. Steel that is cooled slowly is made up entirely of auestinte. This is acehvived by heating the steel to critical temperature, for most simple carbon steels this is 1475 degrees. You then stick it in ashes, sand, etc so it will cool at a slow rate. This makes it soft and easy to grind, and relieves stress if you are forging. After shaping you do heat treat, which for a simple steel like 1084 means you heat it to 1475, checking with a magbet. When it goes non-magnetic it is at critical temperature, you pull it out of the fire and quickly quench it in oil, or brine. This hardens the steel by transforming it to marstenite. It is super hard, but also very brittle. It would hold an edge forever, but it will shatter if you tap it on an anvil. So to get the brittleness out of it, you heat it in an over to 400 degrees or you use a forge. An oven makes it all the same temper. Using a forge, I can make the back soft by heating it hotter, taking out more brittleness. This makes a tougher knife with good edge retention. Sorry if I sounded long winded, and I hope I didn't step on your toes Sybo. Sent from behind the anvil

Ok, since no one else is going to ask I have got to.  David, just how many Opossum butt holes have you actually sniffed that you can compare it to burned up Differential oil?............... :shrug:  I just had to ask............. :clap: 

  Whether I can make it or not, thank you for doing this.  Very generous (your time, effort, and knowledge).

Hard to tell without knowing his height. I'd guess maybe 220-230? What a weird question, lol!

I build a PSA AR10 also. But, mine is 12.5" and full auto…. :)   https://youtu.be/nnk-WDp_smE

http://www.tnwfirearms.com/product-p/asrx-cplt-xxxx-xxxx-xxxx.htm "The Aero Survival Rifle, famous for its removable barrel and easily convertible caliber changes, is a winner in home defense, backpacking, boating, and back country flying. The Aero Survival RifleTM is available in hard black anodize, two variegated finishes (pink, and green), OD green, and tan. The ASR can be ordered in 9mm, .45 ACP, .40 calibers and the newly available 10mm and .357SIG. The ASR is also coming soon is .22 LR, .22 MAG, and .17 HMR. The ASR is equipped with a 4x scope, quick change barrel, and AR collapsible stock. The Aero Survival Pistol is also available in similar colors and calibers. GLOCK MAGS!" I own several 9mm carbines. The Marlin Camp 9, the Beretta Storm and the TNW Aero. They are all a blast to shoot, but the Storm is by far the easiest to clean.... I just think it's damn ugly.