A.J. Holst

My first EDC was a SP101, so I have an emotional attachment to snubbies. It is still in rotation both as a primary and bug. I do have "miracle" grips, from Trausch. They best feeling grips I have tried and make the pistol enjoyable to shoot at the range. The downside to these grips is size, concealment with a jacket or loose cut overshirt is necessary. I am proficient to 3 yards with either hand, but my greatest weakness is I don't practice reloading. AND A SHAMELESS ADVERTISING PLUG FOR RANDY HARRIS Greenego - June 23/24 Randy is conducting his Close Range Gunfighting class that weekend in south Knoxville. Check out his schedule for course details --- don't see why you couldn't go to school with a snub-nose revolver.

My edc is a 75B Omega in 9mm, acquired used from a good friend. The first time I shot it I fell in love. Absolutely the best ergonomics for my hand. I have a set of Hakan Pek grips, but prefer the hard plastic factory grip. Looks like your grips are rubber-esque, what is the overall grip width?

welcome aboard, great bunch of folks here with deep experience!

18 guns in 4 months, plus the two new Pythons? Did you hit the lottery or sell a kidney? Is the action a smooth on those Pythons as I remember from years ago?

Calling all Gals and Guys looking to improve their skills and survivability in a bad situation. You've spent a few hundred bucks for your sidearm, spent a few hundred bucks on ammo, why wouldn't you invest a few hundred bucks in yourself for training??? Randy Harris of Suarez International is coming to Knoxville 6/23 and 6/24 for the Close Range Gunfighting course. As the host, I want to get a good turnout so he will consider future courses in the Knoxville area. Internet research reveals the cost of professional training ranges between $200 - $300 / per day for these kind of in-depth courses, so the price is right. The added benefits: meet some TGO'ers in person, impress your friends next time you're at the range and increase your confidence / comfort level if you carry a weapon. I am pretty excited about the opportunity to participate in my first formal, semi-private, semi-custom training session, so I hope you'll seriously consider checking out the SI website for additional info on CRG and sign up.

Since changing jobs and attire, during the week I am carrying my SP101 again in a High Noon Hidden Ally (AIWB) Weekends and casual wear it's a CZ75B in a N82 (nate squared) Tactical (also AIWB). I travel extensively throughout TN / AL, so I do have the CZ on hand with a few extra mags. I am in the hunt for the perfect compact semi to replace the SP, just more comfortable with more rounds and faster reload if necessary...

I'll plug the HP 9mm carbine. Mine has been flawless after the initial 200 rounds. I also "broke in" the mags which entails loading them with 8 rounds and letting them sit for 2 weeks. I did not have to tweak the mag lips, which is sometimes necessary. The only downside is limited capacity with 10 round mags...

Update: The original post was for the Knoxville area, but I do travel to middle TN every 3 - 4 weeks. Not really interested in buying on-line, I would like to actually touch and feel what I am buying. More importantly, while I may save a few bucks buying on-line, I prefer to establish a relationship with a brick and mortar for service after the sale, support a TN-based business and keep my dollars in the TN economy. Thanks! GtG

I use one for a CZ75B, carry AIWB, love it. The holster is not re-inforced, but I have no trouble re-holstering, just take my time. The elastic material is what holds the firearm and it is secure. I have been on hands and knees and have yet to have a retention problem. Of all the holsters I have, this is one I would "definitely recommend and buy again"

My buddy's home from deployment gift to himself was a PPS and PPQ in 9mm He cleaned them up and shot them today. Right out of the box and he was impressed. While the "friend of a friend" reference isn't the same as hands-on, he is my go to gun guy... congrats on your buy!

If I was the adventurous sort and got out in the back country to hike, camp, atv, etc and there was a possibility of dangerous predators, it would make sense for me to get one (reason my buddy has two, he is the adverturous sort) As a back-up or primary hunting weapon, another great fit. Get into reloading, and with .44 spl, you've got a fun, affordable to shoot range gun.

Shotgun is the most practical to round out your "collection" But, another pistol does lend itself for additional home protection and you'll proably get more fun and trigger time out of another pistol than a shotgun. My suggestion would be either a 9mm upgrade...I carry a CZ 75B, so another CZ would be an EXCELLENT choice. or If I was with my 82 and C9, I would get a revolver.

Well, I got me a new job and no longer work EVERY Saturday - WOOHOO!!! I have done one IDPA and it's the most fun I've had shooting. Want to do it again, so what's happening at ORSA? I am also interested in the 3-gun, but don't have an AR / AK, but a HiPoint 995...

CR hit it on the head. I've only done one IDPA and once my first time jitters settled down, I focused on my shooting and stopped worrying about how bad I sucked compared to everyone else. More importantly, NO ONE CARES - the "old timers" know who is new - they want you to have fun and come back out!!!

Getting a little off topic, but any recommendations on a pistol grip stock? If the price is comparative with the Speedfeed with shell carrier, get a Speedfeed?

I currently have a HiViz on my SP101. Awesome when I have light, low light/no light it's pretty worthless. Anybody have XS sights on their pistola?

The extra shell carrier option looked pretty cool, though for 1/4 of the price, the side sadlle makes more sense. I've never shot a shotgun with integral pistol grip, so apparently I'm not missing anything, but is it worth the investment?

Thanks to the internet, I stumbled across this: http://www.google.co...K1p8V-fApCG-8vw While I'm not looking to be a mall ninja, the extra 4 shells for a HD/SD 870 Tactical makes sense My 870 is stock, no side-saddle or butt shell carrier... Anybody got one, looking for the good / bad / ugly Using the search function, I didn't find any reviews for the product. Also curious regarding standard vs. the pistol grip. MODS - this should probably be in Gear and Accessories - please move if necessary

I've been looking at them too, but chambered in .32acp will be pricey to shoot.

Hi all, I am working with Randy to host SI's Close Range Gunfighting in the Knoxville area the last weekend of June. We are tentative at this point as we are in the "establishing interest" phase. What say you? Thanks, AJ

With excellent gun control laws and low gun crime in DC, why would anyone need an armed guard?

I am working with Randy to set something up in Knoxville, any interest?

I too urge you to check out the CZ line, I carry a 75B Omega (full size, steel) but alloy and polymer models available. The P07 Duty meets all your qualifcations except misses the mark at 1.46" wide I think a high cap @ 1.1" is going to be tough with about any handgun.

After the day I had today, that was a great. Thanks for posting!!!

I like the barrel shroud, flash oppressor not so much.