Jamie Jackson

Greetings! Glad you found the forum. Great folks and quite knowledgeable.

I agree GTG. Excellent writeup! Neil (he's been to a couple of classes out your way) had a Galco Ankle Glove for a G26 and spoke highly of it. I've only toyed with the concept, but can see great value, especially for the circumstances you describe. Back about 15-16 years ago a well known and respected trainer had picked up a new (at the time) subcompact 9mm and was carrying it in an Uncle Mike's ankle holster jury rigged up with a piece of duct tape. He could easily have afforded a much more expensive custom made holster, and would probably have been given one for T&E, but seemed quite happy with his slightly modified rig. But he too mentioned the necessity of the calf strap for security and comfort. I like the use of the neoprene mousepad! Smart my friend.

Time travel is fun! I have an Aimpoint PRO and love that sucker. As mentioned it's a great value and quality made. I also have a couple of Primary Arms Advanced Micro Dots and they serve me very well. I need to take a look at the Strike Eagle and PA offerings.

I have 2 of the Primary Arms advanced micro red dots as well. I'm with Chuck on these. Great value. A bud has a Holosun and it quite nice and holding up well on his 300 BLK SBR.

Welcome to TGO.

As above I renewed in person on the 20th. I received my physical permit in the mail a few minutes ago. not bad.

Thank you gentlemen for the excellent input and food for thought! Randy, I thoroughly agree that Alternative Indexing Methods, especially as you teach, at the appropriate distance, is an solid consideration. Actually a necessity. In one of the interviews with Mr. Rehn he mentions being in contact with one of the manufacturers and suggesting the produce a reticle similar to that used in the EOTech sights as the larger circle would allow a more rapid acquisition of the smaller center dot when engaging close range targets rapidly. @deerslayer makes some good points regarding the potential for the RDS to fog. I've read various suggestions to mitigate this, but it may simply be the technology just isn't quite "there" yet... Distance and sight visualization is my greatest challenge with the current state of my aging eyes. Yet I can't foresee many scenarios where a distance greater than 25 yards would be applicable to me...certainly some, but that are very specific and few. The 3-5 yards that Tom Givens and Claude Werner often cite is obviously the primary consideration in a self defense context.

This pic that Mac posted in the "Money Bomb" thread got my attention. They are organized. They have funding. They have the main stream media. All good points already brought up in this thread. I vote. I write (e-mail). I belong to pro-gun organizations. I introduce new folks to firearms and it's always been a positive experience for both them and me. But as Dolo so well said, we better come together on this because we have everything to lose.

@Cruel Hand Luke You are a knowledgeable gentleman on this topic. I know you're busy, but your thoughts would be appreciated, when time allows.

I must live under a rock! I recently learned of this study from a Mike Seeklander podcast interviewing Karl Rehn. I've done some "short block" training with Mr.Rehn at a couple of Tac Con's years ago. Very sharp guy. Mr. Rehn is an engineer by trade and a very analytical gentleman. He runs KR Training in Texas and holds GM rating in multiple categories. He's an excellent teacher and instructor. I have been considering a RDS system for my handguns as old age in no longer creeping, but running rapidly straight at me! I've been reading what I could from knowledgeable and trusted sources. Generally the advice is to put in the work and the RDS system will preform. Most seem to agree that MRDS systems improve distance shooting, and from my very limited experience this is so in my case. But we all know it's the first accurate hit on the attacker that counts. "Attacker" implies that we must recognize the threat, react accordingly, draw our handgun, and lawfully and accurately engage. Finding the Red dot in the window, at close range, rapidly... that appears to be a challenge for many. Again, dedication and practice...lots and lots of dry fire practice is recommended. Sounds reasonable to me. What surprised me from Mr.Rehn's study, several things actually, but that a green laser worked out to be faster and more repeatable within his parameters. Interesting indeed. I've only considered a Trijicon MRDS at this point but I would appreciate any input, knowledge, and experience of the members here. I am exploring my options. I've included links to a few writings and sites I've mentioned above or have listened to interviews with. Red Dot Study: http://blog.krtraining.com/red-dot-study-key-points/ Modern Sumurai Project / Scott Jedlinski aka Jedi: http://www.modernsamuraiproject.com/ Aaron Cowan (Sage Dynamics): MRDS Systems for Duty Handgun Use (aka Cowan's White paper): http://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/7dc128_50a7c57f2d284e53bca8584a7f7925b1.pdf

Welcome to TN and TGO.

Bumping this up as it is the 24th. I just donated to GOA, NRA, NRA-ILA, and TFA. I hope you folks will do the same.

Same here JAB. I have the receipt in my wallet. They've historically been pretty fast on getting the permits out, at least from my experience.

Welcome to out little corner of the interwebs Ms. Johnson! Great to have you here. We are in need of that evidence please. It looks like Tac Con had an outstanding group presenting this year. But that's no surprise. Again, welcome. Jamie

Less than 10 minutes in & out...then a trip to the range for a few handgun drills. Great day so far!

Funny as I read this I am sitting and waiting for the Driver's license center to open. I have to get an updated photo. At my age I'm just hoping to still be alive to renew 8 years from now!

A huge congrats to you on teaching at the Tac Con! Awesome Sir. Perhaps an abbreviated version of your Point Blank Pistol Skills class if possible. Maybe?

Congrats to both of you gentlemen! Teaching at the Conference is quite an honor and demonstrates the respect and confidence you've earned among your peers. And That sounds just like something CHL would do Lee! We do need to see that photographic evidence at some point Sir... Congrats again gentlemen.

Great post tacops! I too had a Jackass (Miami Classic) rig way back when, around 1990 and could comfortably carry a full sized Beretta 92...but had to dress around the horizontal aspect of the rig. Solid comfortable and well built rig inho. Ken Null still makes some excellent rigs similar to the 9r mentioned by tacops. I've tried a j-frame model Gomez used to own and it was nothing short of excellent. Very concealable and pretty darn quick. The link below should show several variations. http://www.klnullholsters.com/default.htm Have you considered a "bellyband" system? I've used one for many years worn slightly below belt level and even rigged one up with a Glock sport holster attached and could accommodate a G-26 or G19 securely. I too would shy away for universal fit conceptually designed holsters...except the bellyband with a few tweaks.

I'm good for it my friend. I'm actually scheduled off that weekend! Either topic would be fine by me as well. I am in need of some keen eyed tutelage! Thank you for the offer GTG.

Welcome to TGO and Tennessee. Glad to have you aboard.

Just in case there's an interest. Bone Frog Gun Club has 45 acp Fed HST 230 gr for $22.50/50 rds. I've only ordered 9mm from them, but shipping for 4 boxes (200 rds) 147 gr 9mm HST was $11.24 and they ship fast. Good company and solid service imho. edited to add link: https://www.bonefroggunclub.com/collections/ammunition/products/45-acp-230gr-federal-premium-tactical-hst-jhp-50rds-p45hst2

Great write-up Gordon. Thank you. I like the idea of the G17 size grip and 19 length slide. That alone should improve handling for most folks and make this gun a serious shooter. I'm a bit of a runt but frequently carry a G 17 and have no issues concealing it whatsoever. The 19 length slide shouldn't be a hindrance as it relates to accuracy and shootability. I've run a 19 for a few decades and it's more accurate than I am LOL.

Welcome to TGO and the great state of Tennessee. Oak Ridge is a great area and we have several members from there. Several of us are members at ORSA as well. Glad to have you aboard.

Welcome to Tennessee and the Knoxville area. I'm an ORSA member as well. It has a lot to offer. And we have have options around here as well...always a good thing. Welcome aboard.