stumpy

The shop where I work recently took in an ET-22 and will eventually set it out for sale. My challenge is to get it back working again - sear and firing pin are angry at each other and not engaging. Parts are the same for the ET-22 and EP-22, Hope I can find what I need as soon as I get around to this one (too many other tasks on the board also waiting for attention).

My son-in-law was denied a purchase by the TICS unit about 6 years ago. He appealed and through that process had the opportunity to speak directly with one of the TICS personnel. As in your case she would not tell him a thing about the charge, date of the offense, etc. until she finally got tired of dealing with him and asked if he had ever had any troubles in one specific county in our area. "Why, I've never been into that county" he answered. All she could say was "Hmmmmm." Off he goes to that county and to the clerk's office. They had a closed case file of a person with the same first and last name but a different middle name. The case was so minor the clerks office sent only the defendant's first and last middle names to the state without adding the middle name. THERE was the hang-up. Without a complete name the TICS unit could not determine whether the SIL and the defendant were the same or different people. To make matters more interesting, my SIL knew the owner of that missing middle name. It was his FATHER! He called dear old dad and they had one long and angry discussion. Since that time SIL has not been denied any purchase by the TICS unit.

I put a set of the XS Big Dot sights on my Glock 43 and found they were exactly what I wanted on it. The majority of the people who have looked at them also want a set on their pistol. Not everyone, but the majority want them.

My vote would be for the S&W 41. This model has all the quality one could ever need. The weight, balance and contour in the hand all speak to the 41. Beyond that, I have both a 41 and a High Standard Supermatic Trophy (along with several other 22s). During my years in rimfire competition the HS was my first choice. Sadly these are also getting hard to locate and pricey as well. If you go with the Ruger you will always have that itch that asks why you chose it. This is a forecast of a buyers remorse if you take the Ruger. They are good firearms, while the 41 scores as great. Pamper yourself and cry only once with the cost of the 41. You can thank me later for this recommendation.

Only yesterday I was searching for the customer service addy and phone number for Rossi firearms. Got the detail from the web and I immediately noticed a Bainbridge, GA. address for this contact. I had known Taurus, Rossi and Heritage were associated but had not yet learned about this total move for all of their operations. We would have welcomed them in TN as we have the Kel-Tec company.

I just now took a look at the ad and it claims they are sold out of this item. Rats!

Some time ago SCCY announced they were planning to build a new facility in Maryville, TN! They have acquired 68 acres and will move their entire operation - management, operations, etc. into that facility. I spoke with them a year ago about whether they had plans for larger caliber handguns and perhaps carbines. The larger caliber handgun answer was "yes" but with no definite timeline for their introduction. On the carbine question the answer was "errr, uhhh, errr, let us get back to you on that one." That answer was not a definite "no". It sounded like they were looking at the possible opportunities but wanted to make the announcement if and when they were closer to actual production time. Around 350 new jobs will be created in this move. Wish I had a timeline on the completion of their new facility.

Dave, you have several quality firearms listed that you would consider buying. I am sure you already know this but I have to say it anyway. If you expect to hit your target consistently and accurately the first variable to determine is that the firearm's grip frame fits your hand. It has to feel "right" like putting on a glove. If the grip frame does not fit your hand you will always be struggling to get comfortable with it and accuracy will suffer. After that question is resolved it is a consideration of the barrel length (longer sight radius is your friend) and loaded weight (again, balance). Once you have these questions answered with each of your named models your options for purchasing should be reduced. My own experience in this led me to a Hi Standard Supermatic Trophy that I bought new around 45 years ago. I used to compete in handgun rimfire competition year around. This pistol is more accurate than I am and is completely reliable. I have never regretted having it since it came home with me. I have several other quality RF pistols, some rather pricey, but this is the one that is the most accurate. Some days I won the entire match, and on other days I was only "present and accounted for." I enjoy winning but the true pleasure is in being on the line and in the company of friends. These friends include both the people I have known for many years and the firearms I take to the range. My time for competition on that level has passed and I am reduced to occasional recreational activities. Even now the Supermatic comes along for the ride occasionally. It makes good company. Good luck on your search.

If I read the info correctly the cartridge is simply a .223 case that is formed as a straight wall design without a shoulder or reduced diameter neck. Think about a .30 Carbine that was fed Gro-Pup. This concept has been making the rounds of the AR builders for a while now. Some call it the 357 AR-MAX and there are other similar names but they all head in the same direction. It will be interesting to see Winchester's ballistic data on the round - bullet weight, velocity, etc. I would love to have an AR upper in this caliber. Starline offers .223 basic brass without the formed neck for the experimenters, but their cases in this offering are not annealed. Length of the brass would have to match, then finding that "just right" bullet to complete the loading cycle, this all sounds like real fun coming our way. Can't wait to see where this goes.

Every year there are many different designs of "last ditch" hide-out firearms at the SHOT show. They differ in size, shape, caliber, number of shots available, etc. The design in this thread is just another example of a designer's concept for being able to carry without advertising that fact. Some of these designs have been successful while others faded away. I always enjoy visiting and chatting with these inventors. They put a lot of energy into their work and hope the public will accept their concept. Sadly, a lot of these are so over priced I would not buy them just on that fact.

For an all steel pistol with several features added and a reasonable price, look at the Rock Island line. They offer several different frame sizes and are readily available. Even Bob Marvel considers them to be the bargain of the 1911 platform market. He allowed they use marginal materials but do a fine job of assembly and fitting. Since Bob made this recommendation I have been watching the Rock Island line and am impressed with their offerings, even considering adding in a Super .38 variant. And just who is Bob Marvel? Look up his signature line of 1911 offerings to get the tip of the iceberg about a highly skilled and respected pistolsmith.

A few years ago I bought a Remington Model 11 (16 gauge) from an older fellow who claimed he didn't hunt anymore. Since he didn't need the shotgun he decided to sell it. Th shotgun looked very nice, like it had been carried and used only very little. When I removed the forend to start the clean and lube process I got a very nice surprise. The factory paper bearing the instructions on how to position the steel and bronze friction rings for various loads was still attached to the forend. That paper was crisp and the printing was sharp and legible. This was the only time I have ever found that document inside a Remington #11.

I started handloading in 1970 and quickly got tired of paying for bullets, jacketed and/or cast. Three years into handloading I started casting. Didn't have a mentor so I stumbled along for many years but was satisfied with the cast bullets I was making for their purpose. That would have been 1973 so I have been at this for around 45 years. Only 12 years ago I joined CastBoolits and THAT was when I really advanced my knowledge casting. You can read most of the posts without becoming a member but must join to create posts and see all of their information. Membership is free. The only cost is that members must remain civil or they will be invited to exit the site. I like this rule as there are already enough hostile websites one can visit, if the want that type of interaction. Now I can hunt with cast boolits (their language for a lead cast bullet) and feel as confident on shot placement and game-dropping performance as with any jacketed bullet. Take a look. You can thank me later. Stumpy

You might also try Carlson's choke tubes.

I don't have one of these but would love to test drive one for a while. Have always had fun with any 22 Hornet that came my way. It still has a lot to offer but unfortunately all the media seem to ignore it.