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I'm a bit split on this topic. One one hand... I think there's far too many stupid people out there for anyone to be allowed to carry a gun. As stated, the test is a joke. I'd be happier if it was treated more like a professional license: a hard test, higher annual fee, annual training requirements, etc. That way, you'd be much more assured that those who can carry a gun know how to use it. On the other hand... The Constitution clearly states that the right to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed. And I strongly support that. Perhaps if anyone was allowed to carry a gun, the stupid people would take care of themselves eventually. Similar to "illegal" drugs. Some folks (like me) wouldn't use stuff that would kill me, even if it was free. Those that do... will take care of themselves eventually.

How'd you convert muzzle velocity to acceleration? Would a kinetic energy comparison be more appropriate? KE = 0.5*m*v^2 125 grain bullet gives 50,625,000 grains*ft^2/s^2 while the 158 grain bullet gives 50,560,000 grains*ft^2/s^2 ... The lighter bullet has ~0.1% more energy. You'd then take these energy numbers and do an energy balance on the whole system to determine the net effect. But I don't remember all that off the top of my head an don't have time to drag out the books at the moment....

Aerodynamic drag is proportional to the square of velocity. In the theoretical example above, the 2x faster bullet would experience 4x the aerodynamic resistance. But the shape of the bullet itself is also a factor, hence the term "ballistic coefficient". It's a catch-all for several variables that really aren't worthwhile to characterize individually, unless you're designing computer simulations to model the flights of the bullet you're designing. I'm quite certain there's an expert or twelve at companies like Hornady, Nosler, Winchester, etc. that could easily answer all our questions.

I'm left handed but shoot right handed. A left handed friend recently bought a Stag AR and loves it. He's not mentioned any issues with adjusting to the differences.

Those are discreet? What else could possibly be in there? "oh, that's my .... um .... iphone case. Yeah, iphone case. " Seems like you're average hiking style fanny pack would be far less obvious than a big, black nylon bag that just screams "tacti-cool". The only thing I've seen like what the OP is asking for was a guy who modified a leather holster to fit on the shoulder and sternum straps. And he carried a 1911 in the woods that way, wide open for all to see. Good thing you don't see many people in the woods.

While muzzle rise may contribute to the difference in POI, don't forget about barrel harmonics, particularly with rifles. Super-slow video of a rifle barrel will clearly show that it vibrates while the bullet travels down the barrel. Where it is in it's oscillation cycle when the bullet exits the muzzle is important. I believe this video is of an air rifle. I'd assume the much higher pressures/forces would result in even more flex with a high powered rifle. YouTube - 29426129's Channel edit... here's one of a .50 BMG -> The idealized physics model assumes an infinitely stiff barrel mounted to a base of infinite mass, hence nothing moves. The photo above looks like a reasonable attempt at that idealization. That plus a chronometer would be excellent for a hand loader to test out various bullet types and provide some hard data to answer our many questions. And it sounds like GunTroll volunteered to build one for us.

A very good explanation, but the nerdy engineer will make a slight argument with the nerdy physicist (all in good fun )... The nerdy engineer says that while the above is true in the physicists' world, the engineer doesn't get to make such assumptions. Things like the ballistic coefficient play an increasing role in bullet trajectory at ranges beyond 100 yds. I assume these are both milsurp FMJ type rounds, though the design of the bullet itself may be enough different to cause a few inches difference in POI at 200 yds. Fixed... I'm reminded of something a math professor told us in class one day.... "Two men are 10 paces apart. When told to move, they decrease the distance between each other by 1/2. How long until they touch?" The physicist says, "they'll never touch". The engineer says, "after 3 steps, they'll be close enough." And in closing....

If it has some sentimental value, I'm quite sure a skilled welder and machinist could fix it.

FWIW... radial tires will flat spot too. They just don't do it the same extent as bias ply tires.

I have an old P85 MKII that I really like shooting. I didn't like it at first but decided to try a Hogue grip (which I see you have too) and that really transformed it. It's got eleventygillion rounds through it, gets properly cleaned maybe once a year, runs like a top and is plenty accurate.

While the A/C compressor may run when the defrost is used in the car, it's only when the outside temp is above the point at which frost would be forming on the glass. The compressor typically does not run when the ambient temp is below about 40 deg. It can't build adequate pressure at low temps. Try turning your home A/C on when it's below freezing. There's a temp sensor that'll prevent the compressor from running. Another thought... it's possible that after running the engine for a few minutes, the underhood temp may increase enough to allow the compressor to cycle.

It's basically as simple as taking any normal recipe and increasing the quantities by about 6x. Just be prepared for how much space all that food will take up. Cooking for 30 in a normal kitchen will be a PITA. The big aluminum pans you can buy at the grocery or walmart are handy and can typically be reused. BBQ is usually relatively easy.... say 15lbs pre-cooked weight. Slow cook it in an oven (or a smoker, if available). Split it into 4 lots and season each one differently. Burgers and Brats if you've got a grill of adequate size. A catfish fry if you've got a deep fryer. Would your group be willing to do "pot luck"? Side items can be bought pre-made from a grocery store deli counter. Call ahead for big quantities.

No, it's fine. Bias ply tires will develop flat spots when they sit for a while. It'll vibrate a bit for a while when you ride it until the tire get warm and work the flat spots out. No permanent harm. If it's an issue, sit the quad on blocks so the tires aren't touching.

After using Symantec's products for years, one of the biggest upgrades I performed on my machine was dumping that and switching to AVG. Norton embeds itself very, very deep into your system and tends to bog it down. When I finally got rid of it, the computer ran like I'd added a turbo. As for Symantec's performance at protecting the computer... I got 2 viruses in about 7 years. The first one was fixed painlessly. The second was far, far from painless. Symantec had no fix and their software interfered with what I had to buy to get it cleaned. That's what pushed me over the edge to change. YMMV.

This. Since the laser is bigger, I can't imagine that not having it on the gun would make any difference.

Cool. I find "battlefield pick-ups" fascinating.

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I used to live in Church Hill and have a few friends that live in this area. The 'yotes are everywhere in the hills around Moresburg. I recall being out and hearing them howl from the hillside behind a friend's place just after dark. While I too would be happy for you to reduce the deer population a bit, I'm also very happy that you reduced the 'yote population. 225 yds is no slouch of a shot.

Yes, EDC is nighstand as well. Since I can't carry at work or keep it in my car It typically moves from safe to nightstand after I put my son to bed. Then it goes back in the safe when I leave for work (before he's up).

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Could simply be water that you let into the car when you get in/out when it's wet outside. I had this same problem with my old car, whenever it would be rainy during the winter, then get cold, I'd get frost inside the car. My solution was to leave a few pieces of scrap kiln dried lumber laying in the floorboard. Then park the car outside on a sunny day so it gets warm inside. The wood soaks up the moisture. Problem solved, until the next time it rained a lot. Another trick is to start the car and when turn the heat on full blast. Mix up some soapy water and spray it all around the door and trunk seals and see if it makes bubbles. Same as checking for leaky gas lines.

Good info here... I'm also looking toward replacing my 10yr old desktop. I've upgraded it many times to keep it going, but I feel the end is near. All I need is a CPU as my monitor is only about a year old (latest upgrade). That refurbished Acer looks quite promising. Can anyone define "refurbished"? What exactly does that mean?

Cocked and locked, is there any other way? If you don't have a round in the chamber, you may as well carry a stick.

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Technically not a legal posting, but probably close enough. The intent is pretty clear.