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Can someone explain just what that means?

Actually, that is the theory behind full metal jacket ammunition in general. Don't forget that the 9mm Parabellum was developed before the .45 acp and, I'm gonna go out a limb here, but has probably been more effective throughout the years than any other caliber. Europeans are unequalled in killing throughout the 20th century. They weren't doing it with what we consider "proper" calibers. There are thousands of Americans in graveyards over there that can attest to that. Like it or not 9mm is the international handgun caliber. It's effective. The NATO load (European style) is quite a bit hotter than BB or WWB 115 grainers that we take to the range. I think Berretta is not the choice for the USA but it's a done deal. There are better designs.

I want a pistol with a Sling!

Good job. Where were you? I heard'em chopping some BBQ in the background!

Apparently he peddles all kinds of stabbing weapons: http://www.thebladeshop.com/

RIP. That man was a true character and a testament to individualism. The Mason Jar was cracked for a wee sip in his honor (of his very own elixer).

So are they going to quit sending us Mexicans? What about Aguila ammo? That's good stuff.

That's such an obscure caliber I don't know that there is a "local" price.

Said domain registered under a name in California. Could be a registration thing or could be....?

Do what Matchguy says and thoroughly clean and lube that thing inside & out. The HXP is great ammo so I'd be real surprised if that is the problem. Apply grease to all the areas shown in this diagram: http://www.nicolausassociates.com/PDF/M1GarandRifleGreasePoints.pdf Light oil everywhere else, except where the operating rod goes inside the gas tube. Leave that dry. The left knob is elevation, right knob windage.

What kind of ammo are you using? Are the indents on dud primers as deep as on the ones that did go boom? I would think if you had a firing pin problem none would go off. I'm no expert but either 1) The ammo is bad, 2) hammer spring may need replacement, or 3) firing pin is worn down. Most likely ammo issue cause I doubt 2 & 3 are the culprits. Gonna leave headpspace out of the discussion for now, but it's always a possibility. Btw, there is no firing pin spring, it free-float. Were are you trying to work oil in? Garands must be greased in critical areas (anywhere something slides). The best resource there is can be found here: http://www.odcmp.org/new_forum/

I'm thinking a sponser would be great! Wouldn't TGO like to sell some hats & T-shirts up here on the East Side?

Good to see you again too. There were alot of M1 carbines in the house. There was the one guy who is always there with his display of refurbs (put back into WWII configuration). Very nice stuff. There was the lady, who on her table had an Enfield M1 Carbine! Big sign hanging off of it and everything. She could not be convinced that Enfield did not make that IBM Carbine but I really didn't try to hard. There was a table with two Rock-Ola carbines. One for $500 the other $550. I kid you not. Rock-Ola receivers and barrels. One had a Rock-Ola recoil plate. They were rough looking. One was a Blue Sky import and had that clearly engraved on the barrel. So that ruins one. The other may have been an import with markings under the wood. I just don't know. The $550 one had better finish but was still rough with M2 slide and stock. As rare as those are I walked. Just did not have a good feeling about them. With these things sometimes the parts are worth more than the whole but me, I don't want to fool around with worrying about B.S. imports ,which are reputed to have problems or worthless barrrels, welded receivers, etc. I may be a fool, but the Holy Grail of carbines does not jump out at a boy like me for that price nor are I inclined to buy the thing just for the receiver. They were there all day.

Well, If you can't amuse yourself then how can you any others.

I agree with you 100%. No doubt it's a nice looking gun and definitely not one you see much.

I reckon this might be it... http://www.sunblest.net/gun/Hege66.htm The one that said 9mm Mak on the side may be what I ended up taking home. Mak - Mac, hey wanna make a deal?

I'd take a look at the CZ 75 D PCR. Hard to find but has alloy frame and better sights. The decocker on CZ's are odd to me in that it drops hammer to half-cock. But you can dire DA from there. I'm used to decockers just dropping the hammer all the way.

John did indeed go back in and took another look at those Rock-Ola carbines. As tempting as it was I had to pass. At the prices he had on them either he is a complete dolt or there were some issues with them. I just don't get windfalls like that! Did wander around one more time and Mike, I picked up that PA-63 from that fella you got your .32 from (If that silver base-plated magazine you got doesn't hold .32s, let me know). Accurate reports so far. Lot's of stuff kinda high, but did see a couple of possible deals. Brand new looking EMP for $750, brand new SA 1911 Stainless for $600. On the other end of the spectrum, the lone LCP in the place was going, and apparently went for $550!!! and it was a recall model to boot. Saw a couple of RRA AR lowers for $300/ea. I see a 10/22 in Mac's future but most there were on the high-side. Daniel, don't take any ragging on whether your jacket stunk or not. Half the people in there smelled like they just rolled around in a freshly-turded dog house!

I'm gonna meet up with you guys if I can. Is that 9 at the door or 9 in line? I'll be under a little black umbrella since it's gonna be nasty and I have no shame.

Welcome. You gotta be cool. The state's got 90 days to issue. This time last year they were taking darn near all of it. Feel good that you might only need to wait a month.

Why don't you put in one of those old carnival Thompson's? You get 100 bb's, fully auto, to shot out that little red star. Great fund for the family!

Bingo! The state system was NOT checking all resources due to some bureaucratic foul-up. I remember the story, not the details, but there were flaws in the system that I assume have now been worked out. So yes, people were being issued permits that should not have them. If "journalists" would do some homework they'd realize this and stop sensationalizing the supposed random issuing of guns to anyone who wants one.

Enfield bullpup.

If you plan on "steppin-out" check out Robert's Western World down there by Tootsies. I've never been disappointed with the music and tourist watching there. Just don't eat anything or buy any boots.