Jamie Jackson

Damn. That sucks. I'm glad he's OK as well.   I have blown up a handgun....long ago...but Damn! 41 grs of Titegroup?! He's really fortunate to have not been badly injured Comms.   I only have 3 powder measures and only 2 of those actually get any use. Each are labeled with the current powder and grain weight I'm using at the time they are in fact in use.   I know Titegroup is a very fine powder, but thought Varget was fairly bulky extruded powder. I've never used Varget but one would think the difference would be noticeable

Damn. I hate that. What an incredible impact the Eagles had on my generations music.   I was fortunate enough to see them before Joe Walsh ('75 in San Fransisco) and then to see the Hotel California tour over in London.   I'm with you Fourtyfive and getting kinda anxious about it... :dropjaw:

    I handload 5.56/.223 for about $0.20/round. That's using range brass, Tula Small Rifle primers and H-335 powder.   I use 25 grs so that's about 280 rounds per pound of powder.   Brass prepping for rifle takes a lot of the time and energy...but I love handloading so I enjoy the process.   We cast and PC for 9mm and that saves us quite a bit. Of course we therefore shoot a lot more... :pleased:   So, as others have mentioned, it depends...it depends on how much you shoot and how much time and effort you are willing to invest to learn. It's a mixture of Science & Art.

I made individual photos with typed information...make, caliber, model, and serial number and have these in a stored notebook.   I don't that many firearms but having the info available in case of fire or theft isn't too much to ask.

Arguing with the police is simply stupid...it's a no-win situation.   I can appreciate standing up for your Constitutionally Protected Rights... but there is a right way and a wrong way to do this. Polite and respectful interaction is much more likely to work in your favor, not kowtowing, but not being a jerk either.   I don't envy the job cops have to do. This guy was a confrontational butt-head and the cops appeared to be to be acting quite professionally...   I carry concealed for a reason. Don't want nor need the drama.   Just my observation and viewpoint.

Thank you.   Signed and letter written to my Congressman.   Appreciate the link OS.

    Yep....spare parts for any and all if you can swing it. I have a box for my Glocks, AK's and AR's and still feel the need for more spare parts...

LOL. I don't think anybody will hold it against you.    Welcome aboard. :pleased:

  Yep. I remember flying all over the country with a Spydie and a Surefire flashlight. At least I had options back then.   I haven't flown since 9/11 because of the, "Security Theater" BS.   I would much rather invest my time and drive. I'm not saying I'll never fly, but I am saying I never want to fly...not if I have a realistic choice.

Welcome aboard Sandy.   Lafollette's a beautiful area. Met some good folks from around there as well.

I'm certain that the majority of folks here are familiar with the writings and findings of Doctor Gary K. Roberts or DocGKR generally listed on AR15 dot com.   I was reading the below links for any updates this morning, under "Rifle Ammo" ".223" regarding Barrier Blind vs Non Barrier Blind penetration and found a link to some testing on Wolf Gold .223.   I knew I liked this ammo for it's price and quality. But I am definitely pleased to find some decent data on this, so I thought I'd share it with you guys and gals.   Guess I need to pick up another K of this! :pleased:     DocGKR's AR15 link: http://www.ar15.com/ammo/project/Self_Defense_Ammo_FAQ/index.htm#mozTocId803443     Article by MOLAN: http://www.ar15.com/ammo/project/Self_Defense_Ammo_FAQ/MOLON/Wolf%20Gold%2055gr%20FMJ.htm

    If you're referring to my 686 it's not a factory issue in any way. Some friends of mine that built Bianchi Revolvers back in '87 (when I lived in Kansas City) modified it to DAO and I think clipped one of the springs...I was naive and bought into it.   It has an incredible trigger, but is picky on the primers it likes...as in Federal or Winchester....I want to return the spring to factory original and I know I would screw it up if I tried to do it. Revolver innards mystify and confuse me...that's why I like the Legos of handguns...Glocks!     Thanks for the info on Knoxville Tactical folks. I'll call them tomorrow.

I am.   I plan to contact a few folks and see if anyone wants to ride with me.   Low light training/shooting is a very rare opportunity. Couple that with Randy's expertise? It's a no-brainer for me.

I hate to hear that about Predator Custom. Darn!   I have a 686 that needs a bit of internal work. I'll be following for suggestions.

I'm sorry to hear this.   Bowie was a unique artist. His various "personalities" such as Ziggy Stardust and Aladin Sane were very unique musically. I still enjoy his music. RIP Major Tom.

That's a great price peejman! Same here, much less than I paid for mine as well. If I didn't already 2 I'd jump on this.

Welcome aboard...   Your name's a handful!   :pleased:

Welcome to the community Bullet. :hat:   Quite a few of us are transplants but, by God's Good Grace, call Tennessee home.   Glad to have you on board.

    This is in line with my handloading cost as well. Free range brass definitely helps! :up:

For Sportsman's Guide...the shipping on the Wolf Gold is $19.99 (I just checked as I am a member there)...but Sportsman's Guide sends a $10.00 redeemable within a few months for $10.00...so the actual shipping for members that place regular orders there is $9.99. That's actually not too bad. If I can do the math this early that about $0.32/round shipped.

  Decent pricing and I have had noting but positive experiences with SGammo. I like this round as well. :up:

    Sage advice from shotgunshooter!   A Hillary potential is real. I, like many here, suffered through the Clinton era ban and it sucked. I saw normal capacity Glock mags sell for $50.00 each, "Happy Sticks" for $100.00 each +. Etc, etc...   Mags are pretty darned cheap and still readily available... and they are the disposable part of the system. There is no reason to think the assault on our Second Amendment will ever ease my friends....Hillary or not. :2cents:

I have 2 of the Big Buddy heaters and love 'em.   A couple of winters ago we hit zero minus degrees and it overwhelmed the power system in the Knoxville area in the middle of the night. It was nice to fire one up in the living room, fire one up in the garage (keep my water pipes from freezing up) and put a pot of coffee on to brew on my propane stove.   The Big Buddy's put out a good deal of heat. I wouldn't mind one of the smaller units, but will definitely hang on to the 2 I have.

Well I obviously need another Shield if both hipower & musicman own 2 each!    I actually would like to have a second...one in the belt and one in the pocket seems more balanced anyway. :pleased:

The magguts looks intriguing...please post back as to the reliability/feeding when you guys have the opportunity.    I own a box-stock 9mm Shield and find it an incredibly easy shooting little gun, and extremely comfortable to carry...either AIWB or offside pocket carry in my Carharrt jeans.   A bud owns a G 43 and uses the Taran Tactical mag extensions. I've fired it several times and it's a great shooting gun. He did have to replace the plastic sites and put a lighter disconnector in it...his preference...but it does shoot better now.   Another bud had his daughter's XDs 9mm out with us the other day as he is trying to decide which one he wants to purchase. After shooting all 3 he decided on the Glock 43.   I prefer my Shield of the 3. btw...my Shield ran about $365.00 shipping, TICS, tax and all...   Point is, if you can try each of them out it would be of benefit to you. The "feel" is a very subjective thing. Cost is another matter.   Keep us posted on you choice and/or impressions.