MacGyver

For what it's worth, I've got an MPX with the pistol brace, and have considered a second one to SBR. There are advantages to the pistol - it's really the best pistol caliber carbine I've shot. I wouldn't mind keeping it in the pistol configuration for convenience and versatility. That said, a real stock would be awesome.

If it makes you feel any better, there's a guy with a brand new Corvette in our neighborhood. Clearly he's got more money than sense, as yesterday he was out driving around the neighborhood and put it in the bushes going back up his driveway - and got it stuck at the same time. I guess he got it out though, because today I went into the office for a few minutes and saw that he had abandoned it in a ditch.

Seems like they could've done us all a favor and just gone ahead and used Ruger Mk III mags. :)

I think David is going to be there.

I'd be okay if I never saw snow again unless I get on a plane to go to it.   I live in the south for lots of reasons.  Snow and ice is not one of them.

Officer (ultra)  sized 1911's are by their very nature going to be more picky.  Kimber suffers the scorn of the internetz and forums everywhere, but you'll likely do fine with one.   I'd recommend purchasing it from a reputable shop that'll take care of you as a customer if you have any problems.

If you've not read Ben Stein's classic piece on female journalists, it's a pretty sound theory:   http://www.menshealth.com/guy-wisdom/invasion-of-the-money-honeys

Neat. That's a great add to their lineup. I might edit the title later to make it more descriptive.

I'm probably in the camp of not really seeing the need for this - but good for Kimber if it works and they've get it to market at a reasonable price.  It's unlikely to replace my J-frame, but as a larger pistol, it'll soak up some recoil and might fit the need for someone.   I love my Kimber Warrior.  It's been blueprinted by a professional, and runs like a scalded dog.  I treat it as a working gun, and like the previous owner, plan to shoot the finish off of it.  I've got 1000's of rounds through it - including a 1000 round defensive pistol class (just to load test it in less than ideal conditions).  Without Kimber, we likely wouldn't have the volume of 1911 choices that we have today.  There are plenty of choices out there for your money these days - and I've got examples that are both more expensive and less expensive than the Warrior.  But, I don't hesitate to choose that weapon for daily carry.

I've got a Glock mag DDLES/QC10 carbine in 9mm that's been dead reliable. Use good parts. Follow the instructions. Use some lube. Mine's got a barrel just shy of 10" since my suppressor won't fit under my preferred KAC URX rail. I've had zero issues with the bolt hold open. That said, it's not an ideal design. I've been running a Sig MPX, too. Had that been available with the folding pistol brace when I built the AR pattern carbine, I would have just bought the MPX. It's a great platform.

If the admin team ever edits a post - which is exceedingly rare - we'd let you know about it right away.   I can't remember the last time I edited a post - we might hide them if they're inappropriate or lock a thread, but as a matter of practice we just don't edit members' posts.

They got tired of competing with David :)

Jeff's opinion is one I'd trust.  If he can't or won't do it, then I'd guess you'll have a tough time getting it done.

Most of the available evidence - not to mention anecdotal evidence sadly shows that you're likely correct in your assessment.

Looks like Elmer Keith's personal rifle is up for sale: http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=536086371

Didn't the offer some of the pre-64 Model 70's in 375 H&H? That would be a neat find!

  I don't know, Sam.  Remember the Christmas Party last year when we all took that river cruise and it sunk?  We sure lost a lot of guns that day...

  Fun fact.  There was a COMEX depository beneath the World Trade Center.  It wasn't at the top of the priority list, but clearly they wanted the metals recovered.  It had something like 12 tons of gold and a magnitude of scale more silver and other precious metals.   When we excavated to that point and managed to open the vault, each of those gold bars had a number written in Sharpie on the end.  Upon asking about it, we were told that unlike Ft. Knox, each of those gold bars was represented by a contract.  Theoretically, the customer could show up and actually take possession of their gold.

  Don't worry.  If we're going to interrupt your retirement, we'll make sure it's worth your time :)

  Got a source?  I'd love to read about it.   Edit:  found it - http://www.ammoland.com/2016/01/springfield-armory-announces-1911-range-officer-operator/#axzz3xACWX0mB

We're just shy of 25,000 members.  I expect we've got that number beat a couple of times over.   Nonetheless, I hope to do my part to move us up in the rankings this year :)

Interestingly, you could buy every possible ticket if you had the time and money to fill out 292 million forms - at what - $2 each?   So, that $930M lump sum would turn a tidy profit if you actually had half a billion dollars to play with.  And, that's assuming there's only one winning ticket.

Yeah, you know, the funny thing is that I generally believe that for my hourly rate, you deserve to see me in a suit and tie. Even so, with the trend towards business casual attire, I can count on two hands the number of days I put on a tie last year. It just freaks people out - especially IT guys. I bet those ties are 'spensive.

If I had $100K to blow on a double rifle, I think I'd go with the Holland & Holland.  I remember seeing one as a kid all engraved and polished and thinking it was amazing.   Of course, if I had $100K to spend on a rifle, I suppose I would need to get a nice shotgun to match.   Edit to add:  I had no idea the had a gun room in Manhattan.  I'm totally checking that out next time I'm in the city.

Y'all will know it's epic when we bring Enfield out of retirement to do the banning.