A.J. Holst

Have you looked at the GP100? May be a better choice in the horseback riding scenario. I love my SP, second most favorite handgun in my small arsenal. You might also want to look at the Ruger "Sixes" (Security / Service / Speed) which were the predecessors to the SP / GP. I have heard they have better factory triggers than the SP / GP. I had an LCR in .38 and it wasn't particularly fun to shoot and wouldn't consider it or most snubbies, including the SP, as a "trail gun"

I would have to say not just the ladies, but all of us! You don't necessarily need to have a gun to avoid becoming a victim.

A little off topic, but a few reasons I stopped carrying .357 Mag in my SP101: As Jonnin states, in a a shorter barrelled pistol you don't get the best performance from the round; in a SD scenario I am not worried about penetrating glass or door panels; more money than .38; popping off a few rounds in a dark room at 2am will be as disorienting to me as to the BG; less wear and tear on my revolver. I do however, enjoy the attention of shooting .357 at an indoor range...

Pot in the car, along with a loaded, easily accessible handgun...When I'm packing, I always leave my weed at home.

I am also new to the 1911 world, one year anniversary next month with my Metro Arms AC Commander. I really like my 1911 but LOVE my CZ75B Omega (and SP101). Like HiPower, my 1911 is a range toy and house gun. My diehard 1911 buddy just "upgraded" to a pair a of M&Ps in .45...

I have the 995 Classic carbine and have been very pleased with my purchase, $175 OTD for nib. After break in of 200 rounds, no FTFeed / FTFire / FTE I did a lot of research on the brand and aside from the "my buddy had one that exploded" stories, I never did find a verifiable HP kaboom. I have shot a C9 and didn't like the trigger either. For a handgun of it's weight, the only draw back I see is ammo capacity. Jeff Quinn / GunBlast did a nice write up on the 995 TS carbine and recommended it as a viable home defense carbine. Congrats on your purchase and don't forget about the lifetime no-questions-asked warranty. If you are into light gunsmithing, HP will send you the parts to replace in the event of breakage so you don't have to ship it back to HP.

The SP (with hammer) was my first carry gun, so I have a rather extensive collection of holsters... Step 1 was to get GOOD BELT. Helps to offset the weight for pocket carry. Started with the Don Hume pocket holster. Beautiful piece of leather, but I didn't take the time to fully break it in, holds the pistol VERY securely; so not a quick draw rig. Got a generic Simply Rugged, easier to draw, but it will move around in your pocket. Then tried OWB with a Bianchi, I don't like OWB, so it quickly ended up in the box. Switched to IWB with a $12.00 Uncle Mikes. Didn't hold the pistol securely, ended up in the box Then I got a Kholster. Takes 50+ draws to break it in and is very comfortable. It too is in the box, though I use still use it on ocassion. Currently using the High Noon Hidden Ally. Easy on and off, easy draw and holds the pistol securely. Only draw back is a softer leather, so when you do draw, the holster collapses so re-holstering is not fast nor easy. If I went back to dedicated pocket carry, I would look at a Nemesis or similar type of rig. Personally I don't like pocket carry in jeans, but have been most comfortable with fuller cut pants, either dress or khaki-style with pleats as opposed to flat front. Lately I have been looking at ankle holsters for the SP. A lot of feedback has been "too heavy for comfort"

Kohl's has a great selection of "Camp Shirts" made popular by Charlie Sheen on 2 1/2 Men. I just picked up eight, all under $12.00 (clearance rack). Shirts are square cut for untucked wear. They are also pretty full cut, so the mediums I got easily conceal a CZ75 with little to no printing.

You can get grips from Hakan, http://imageseek.com/hakan/

Looks good! Appears you installed a HiViz front sight, how do you like it? I have one on my SP101...

I have a CZ75B Omega which is my EDC about 90% of the time. Great ergos for me, reasonably thin for a double stack mag. Not sure how it compares size / weight wise to a CW9, but I consider it a full size handgun.

The revolver with a good SD round that is comfortable for her would be my recommendation. As a side note, what could be more fun than spending the day at range with your mom getting her use to the new handgun!

Don't forget a good quality belt!!!

I don't own one, but my buddy pocket carries his. He felt it was well worth the investment!

I was going to recommend a CZ, I EDC a 75B Omega, but I realy like Highlander's advice of something in .22LR for a first time shooter.

G - Sunday, 8 May sounds great, I'll give you a ring AJ

High Noon Hidden Ally, sorry no pics, camera is down...

Very nice! If you want to polish up your Smith, you may be pleasantly suprised what a few hours in front of theTV and some Mother's Mag Polish can do for stainless.

Gman, I added a HiViz front sight to my SP101 and it's great with decent indoor / outdoor lighting conditions, but in low light (and obviously no light) it's near useless. Since the SP is in my carry rotation, I would be willing to test out your idea. With my current work schedule, I am only available on Sundays. If this is a good day for you, let me know and lets get together in the coming weeks! I'll bring my AC Commander and CZ75B Omega and we can makea day of it. AJ As a side note, aTi02 is used as a whitener and can be found in dozens of consumable products from candy to toothpaste. It also has unique properties when baked at about 2200 degrees. It becomes a photocatalyst and takes on similar properties as chlorophyll.

I too am curious to cost, the Ruger website lists MSRP @ $799.00

The P95 was my first semi-auto; fun to shoot, heavy double action trigger, pretty good single action, not picky on ammo meaning I shot various types / manufactures with no issues. When cleaning make sure you don't forget to clean / lubricate the extractor. I had some failure to ejects and a little extra attention to the extractor fixed the problem.

DS, Have you looked at the CZ-52? Not sure of availability or price compared to the TT, but I have been VERY pleased with my CZ75B Omega

Can anyone direct me to a step-by-step on-line pictorial with instructions? Thanks, GtG

OK at the Magnolia Av branch of 1st TN, but Knoxville TVA Credit Union one block away is posted as safe for armed BGs. In TVA's defense, they do have a slightly overweight, older armed guard who sits behind a desk.

I daily carry a 75B Omega, weight wise, it replaced my SP101 so it wasn't a big difference. Great handguns, I would recommend any one of their all steel constructions (haven't handled one of their alloy / polys) to anybody.