Preacher357

Reloading is very expensive to get into, so any savings you see will be down the road. Most people shoot more handgun rounds than rifle (except maybe .22lr or .223/5.56), so reloading handgun cartridges is more likely to save money. Generally people that reload for rifle do so more for quality than cost anyway. What you have to be aware of is that reloading can become a hobby in and of itself. You start out to save money and soon you are buying components in bulk and loading more than you will ever shoot just because you enjoy doing it. When that happens, you can pretty much forget about ever saving money. Sent from my XT1254 using Tapatalk

Unfortunately Avery Outdoors is about 1.5 hours away from me. Sent from my XT1254 using Tapatalk

They are here. Sent from my XT1254 using Tapatalk

I hope someone is there with some reloading supplies. The last two gun shows I went to in Lebanon and Memphis had practically no reloading supplies there. Sent from my XT1254 using Tapatalk

To a certain degree it can. I position it against the inside of my left leg and then hold and squeeze against my leg with my right, leaving my left hand free to handle the brass. It would be hard though if you only had one hand to place and remove the brass, if that is what you are referring to. Sent from my XT1254 using Tapatalk

I use a Lee hand press to decap. The hand press is only 30-something dollars on Amazon and the die is around $15.00 or so. Plus, for about the same price as these dedicated decapping devices, you can having a press that can be used for other things as well. Sent from my XT1254 using Tapatalk

I would agree that I would prefer that those who carry only do so if they have the proper training; however, that is not in the Constitution and what I would prefer is pretty much irrelevant when it comes to someone else exercising their own freedom. The responsibility is theirs. If they don't educate themselves and choose to be irresponsible and, as a result, end up in jail or get slapped with a lawsuit, that is their own fault. Liberty always entails the risk that others will abuse that freedom; but, it is always worth that risk nonetheless. Sent from my XT1254 using Tapatalk

Whatever the reason it sucks. It is hard to find reloading supplies in West TN and they have some stuff that neither MidwayUSA or Midsouth Shooters Supply carry. Sent from my XT1254 using Tapatalk

I have been scratching my head over that one myself. They had some .357 bullets that I wanted, but they would not ship to me. I think it was TN, AL, and GA that they won't ship to. Any idea why? Is it something to do with sales tax? Sent from my XT1254 using Tapatalk

I wasn't questioning the value of the comparison as is, just wishing there were some other calibers listed that have caught my interest lately. I am not really a hunter, but I would think any of the rounds I listed would be viable hunting rounds also (except maybe 5.56). I know several hunters locally that would agree with your assessment of the 270 cartridge, though. Sent from my XT1254 using Tapatalk

I would have liked to see a few more popular cartridges included just for comparison: 5.56, 300 AAC, 300 Win Mag, and .338 Lapua to name a few. Sent from my XT1254 using Tapatalk

I agree with that in regards to 39-17-1359. My original post was concerning more than just posted signs, though. Unfortunately, I failed to make that clear. I am interested in removing all legal restrictions from the right to carry, including at schools and related functions. As I said, I believe that everyone should already have the legal right to bear arms wherever they go, but since our laws do not currently reflect that ideal, I would like to at least see legislation that would allow a citizen the ability to obtain the right to carry without restriction. We trust LEOs to carry everywhere, why not someone who has passed the same background checks? Statistically speaking (or so I have read) we as HCP holders are actually less likely to commit a crime than a LEO (no disrespect to law enforcement intended). Sent from my XT1254 using Tapatalk

  Just don't make the mistake of carrying on a train or public bus.  Those are crimes (especially on a bus) in Missouri.

I have been thinking about this lately.  What if the state passed Constitutional carry allowing all citizens to carry (open or concealed) in areas where HCP holders may currently carry and then maybe offer an enhanced HCP allowing citizens to carry everywhere that is allowable by state law, without exception.  In other words, pretty much everywhere but Federal facilities.  Since most current HCP holders would probably apply for the enhanced HCP, the state could offer Constitutional carry without losing too much revenue from HCP fees and it would also not as negatively impact ranges and trainers who would lose revenue from HCP classes, since they would still be required for the enhanced HCP.  Obviously, I think we should just respect the Constitution and let everyone carry whenever they want; but barring that, I think this might be a viable alternative and stepping stone towards complete 2nd Amendment freedom.  Does that sound reasonable or am I way off base with this one?

I really like the looks of it myself. It sort of reminds me of the Canik TP9SA or maybe even the HK VP9, both of which I think are very cool looking guns. Sent from my XT1254 using Tapatalk

I have found that JHP bullets for reloading are often cheaper than jacketed hardball, though. Sent from my XT1254 using Tapatalk

I saw one in Gibson County (West TN just north of Jackson) in the fall of 1992.  It was crossing the road just down from my house.  The power and grace was breathtaking.  I can definitely see how someone would be frightened enough to shoot one if they encountered it in the wild.  However, from all reports they shy away from people, so I doubt seriously they are much of a threat. 

There are a lot of factors that influence what type of holster is best for you.  I love my kydex IWB holsters because they are easy and convenient.  At work I am having to constantly take my gun off and then put it back on during the day because they are not allowed everywhere I go.  The simple kydex holsters are easy to take off and put on and provide protection for the gun when it is not on my body.  Also, I tend to carry around the 5 O'clock position, so they fit me perfectly.  However, if you are going to be wearing a holster all day without ever taking it off, one of the hybrid IWB with the leather might be more comfortable for you.  I have found though, that it is often what you get used to.  I am so accustomed to my kydex holsters now that I forget I have them on now.  I have ordered all of my kydex IWB holsters from a company called Concealment Express.  They have a website or can be purchased through Amazon.  Most of their holsters cost around $35 - $40.

From what I have been told, form 4473 is never in digital form (unless it is scanned by the FFL dealer to his own computer). Therefore, the form is only accessible to the government if they specifically ask the dealer for it. The government does not have a copy. The manufacturer fires each gun and records the ballistics before it is shipped to the dealer. If a bullet used in a crime is recovered, the ballistics is pulled from the manufacturer's ballistics test and the dealer that the gun was originally shipped to has to be able to provide form 4473 stating who the firearm was sold to. At that point, law enforcement can then go to that person to continue their investigation. That is my understanding of how it works at least.

  I couldn't agree more.  How can we justify denying 2nd amendment rights to free men in this country?  I thought the whole premise behind the rights granted in the constitution was that they were God-given and inalienable.  If someone is too much of a threat to society to legally own a gun, then they are too much of a threat to be allowed to roam free in society anyway, regardless of whether they pose a threat because they are a violent criminal or because they are someone with mental health issues.  Maybe if we stopped wasting all our time and money incarcerating thousands upon thousands of citizen for minor offenses we would have the resources to actually deal with real criminals and offer metal health assistance to those that are in need of help.

  People can think I am crazy all they want.  My CCW stays on my side as long as I am awake and goes on the nightstand beside me when I sleep.  If I didn't have dogs in the house at night that I am confident would bark if someone were breaking in, I might even wear it in bed.  

I often carry a little S & W 642 .38 special.  I like it because it is light and comfortable and easily concealable.  Plus, I really like revolvers.  Generally I take it when I am going to places that i would consider as normally very "safe".  Any time I am going into a more populated metro area or maybe into areas that might be a little more rough, I tend to carry my .40.  

I am an S & W fanatic, so obviously I would choose the M & P.  I have shot both and liked it better.   I was more accurate with it and I don't particularly like the trigger on a Glock.   Plus, I think a Glock is about as aesthetically pleasing as a gun made out of Lego blocks.  However, you should try them both out before you make your decision.  Both are reliable and would serve you well.  Also, i would encourage you to keep your options open.  Try out other makes and models before you make a final decision.  There are a lot of quality firearms out there.  You might be surprised at what you might find that you like even better than either of those two.  

  You can buy immediately, and you can carry in your car, but you will not be able to conceal or open carry in public right off the bat.  Unfortunately, even in the great state of TN you have to have a permit to legally do that.  In order to obtain the permit, you will have to take a permit class (which usually costs around $75 and will take about 8 hours), get fingerprinted, and pay a permit fee to the state.   All in all it will probably cost close to $200 and take maybe a couple of weeks to get it.