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And you will need a new clamp

On my end, every class for the HCP. Not ideal but just the way it is.

Like the talon grip.

Of course don't forget reloading if cost is your concern. Nothing wrong with having a good .22 pistol that is similar to your daily platform. But with reloading for a cost of less than $4 /box I can shoot any of my carry or competition guns with minimal costs. One has to buy in bulk. Plus, enjoyable hobby for me.

A chief deputy friend of mine said the majority of departments across the country are under-manned. Definitely having trouble recruiting qualified applicants. This situation in VA is probably not going to help that situation in the state, especially if there is a 'blue flu' when it comes down to door to door.

I have had Wilson mags fail to function properly due to routine fouling of the follower in my Dan Wesson Specialist 45.. Baffled even a couple of seasoned gunsmiths.....and they figured it out. I frequently drop mags shooting IDPA. I don't routinely break them down but if heavily blackened will wipe them off. I keep a record of changing the springs out periodically. I use the Hornady clean and lube spray which leaves a dry lubricant. Has always worked great for me without attracting or holding grit, dirt, etc.

I have had several 380 come through classes without difficulty. But then again it is only 50 rounds.

Ditto that on the backyard range. Take care of the bronchitis. Looks like everyone is having an early Merry Christmas. FWIW, I would think a good full size 9mm would be easier on the hands/wrist.

Appreciate your welding analogy. Years ago a man violated one of those rules. Blew himself and the house up. Wife was crippled for life. Tragedy is just a blink away, in many circumstances.

One1 said “.... It’s just something i do toalways know the gun is never loaded.....” The gun is always loaded. I understand what you are doing and saying but that concept can be a spark for tragedy.

So do we have room to imprison the majority of Congress?

yeah, I know, that's why I have 3 of them. Sexy, but high maintenance.

Just another example of why I am sold on the M&P full size 45. Works every time and don't have to baby it. Would have never bothered with the 1911s if I had shot this one first.

Always a concern/fear of mine; besides being embarrassing it can be tragic. I always preach handle a gun as if it is a poisonous snake. Deserves full attention and complete focus at all times. A momentary loss of focus can have deadly consequences.

The problem was the guy running his mouth before the shooting, not afterwards. Reports show he had a history of doing so. No imminent threat of serious bodily injury or death. IMO bad shoot. Go directly to jail, do not collect $200. Shame but an excellent lesson to all that carry.

Been a SCCY fan for several years. Sent one back as it did not handle JHP. Got it back in 1 wk, handled multiple brands without issue. Great CS. Recent story of one damaged in house fire that they replaced, no charge. My shoots good and and I think is one of the Best Buy’s for an American made, reliable, and excellent CS gun.

unique works just fine....just doesn't meter as well as some others. My concern would be your 'plunk' test and as a result your crimp.

Assume you are referring to 9mm. 1.130 is generally good to go. Your taper crimp should be around .377 - .378

It use to be that there was a 6 month grace period to renew an expired permit. I believe that is why in 2015 you had to redo the course, etc. About 2017 that changed to an 8 yr period before having to do the course, thus your dad's situation was more favorable. To go along with the current topic, one has to be a TN resident to have a TN permit unless on active duty. However, having tried to help someone on active duty, it is not an easy process. I would recommend talking with the Nashville office. It would not surprise me if they give a inactive status, but again I am trying to make sense of the situation.

Wonder if trigger is sticking on frame?

Good prices and rebates on M&Ps plus multiple aftermarket equipment.

Unfortunate and just bad luck. Doesn’t sound like Mason did anything to cause this. Burns are terrible injuries but so much can be done now to improve outcomes, especially at burn centers such as Vandy. Prayers and all the best to the family to deal with this.

Nothing hard at all about the 380 EZ, almost anyone can load the mag and manipulate the slide. Once loaded, flip the safety and fire away. Cap of 10 + 1. All bullets will penetrate walls, 9mm as much as a .223. If proficient with the EZ, may not need much else. If I had to look at a long gun, would be an inexpensive Valdiz at Academy. 20ga holds 5 +1, easy to practice with field loads; slugs and 000 buck readily available. However, this is a heavier gun, awkward to use in CQ and heavy loads may be a little much even in the 20 ga. Not a fan of revolvers for most women of little experience.

Miami I believe

Have seen them off Weisgarber Road for over 20 yrs. Springtime they really cut up a ruckus in the evenings.