A.J. Holst

If you can present your 5 shot snub and hit what you're aiming at, you are probably good for statistical averages, 80% of DGU falls within the 3-3-3 rule. If you can move and present and hit, you are probably way ahead of the curve. If you're not sure if you can move, draw, hit, AND keep it running and/or reloaded for the other 20% of DGU, please consider joining us. I was pleased to see Randy continuing the laboratory of one environment with the invitation to bring waistband, pocket, and ankle holsters. Great opportunity to try out different gear in a controlled environment. Having been forced to finish a class with a revolver, it give a great perspective on the pros and cons of a snub. Getting my stuff ready, I hope you'll come on out and party like it's 1899.

Stopped in at SMKW yesterday to browse their lights. Spied a Crimson Trace Weapon Light at the gun counter. Price was right, $59.95 Recognized brand, quality should be decent. In the box: Light, well machined. Energizer battery Two end caps Rail, MLok, and Keymod attachment parts and pieces, mounts are also well made (in China) Pleased to find the remote tail switch has Velcro straps in addition to the adhesive backing. Heavy duty operator grade? Probably not for $60, but initial impressions are very positive for my intended applications. My only negative at this time would be overall battery life, about 1 1/2 hours of use. Will get it mounted and report back.

I thought the thread title was a clever play on this news article Massive BBQ Planned Outside Home of Vegan Woman Who Sued Neighbors Over Smell of Meat https://lawandcrime.com/crazy/huge-bbq-planned-outside-home-of-vegan-woman-who-sued-neighbors-over-smell-of-meat/

Other than the Hestonian, "from my cold, dead fingers..." what evidence can be produced that proves the NRA incites gun owners to violence. I have a right to protect myself and loved ones from un-invited bodily harm or death. My assailant may be a former Fight Clubber, someone jacked on drugs, good old fashioned armed robber, or possibly a group of wolves. Here's your pointed stick, good luck, hopefully he'll only be armed with a banana. Yet another reason to not buy California. Hopefully some of the brand name accessory manufacturers will flee to more friendly climes.

The online retailers are close to WM, if not better, depending on the flavor you need. Good riddance!

I made a comment at the last carbine class I attended, "It sucks to think I have to pack a long gun in my vehicle." While evade / escape is high on my list of priorities, at least I may be in a position of a good guy with a bad gun to stop an active shooter. May be as the foreground and background will probably include a herd of panicked sheep.

Thanks for all the feedback, not a critical need, so still looking at all these options.

Safariland CLP and gun grease. I did upgrade to Tetra gun grease as a recommendation to a new (me) AR owner. No issues on any of my firearms to date

Went from 3 yesterday morning to 6 or 7 by the afternoon. More entertaining than tennis

UT football has become a .gov program, if it ain't working, throw more money at it... I really lost interest when the new athletic center exceeded $300 million.

Having been in the money lending business for a long time: Greater than 40% revolving usage does impact your FICO score. It makes prime lenders nervous if you want or need to borrow more money It does increase the probability of future bankruptcy, regardless of FICO score. I primarily use two rewards cards (business and personal) and pay the balances monthly. Need to keep some revolving activity to positively impact my FICO score. It took me years of strict spending habits to eliminate cc debt incurred by my younger self.

Have you considered video'ing some (or all) of your steps? With all the artesian products and services (knife making, leatherwork, etc) you guys should post some video clips

You know you're getting a good one when the chef likes the meal!

This is still in my want bucket. Needs bucket is nearly full. Desire bucket represents slightly more expensive items and projects.

They can hang out until October. https://www.beautyofbirds.com/hummingbirdstennessee.html Normal speed is 20-30 mph, escape speed up to 50+mph

Pleased to report 2 female ruby throated and a female black chinned are providing hours of entertainment. Possible one of the Ruby's is a returnee from last year. Amazing little critters, especially the non stop flight across the Gulf of Mexico for winter migration.

I've had good success with a CRKT M16-14(T) Also have a tactical looking pocket knife from CRKT as well. Investing in a good knife is similar to a good flashlight, holster, belt, pen, watch, etc. Buy once, cry once, unless you're an unfortunate who loses small personal items.

In light of the recent active shooter events, the Committee for Public Safety feels the only way to end gun violence is to ensure firearms are only in the hands of those who should have them. We are not concerned with only the military being armed and the threat of oppressive government, since that will never happen here. Private armed security is a given, those men and women receive training and are licensed by and known to athe State. Lastly, we will continue to arm local, state, and federal law enforcement, because they are the good guys. Pay no attention to the main stream media and reports of racism and the systemic murder of young black men nor the victimization of illegal immigrants by police. And that's the contradiction I'm trying to figure out...LE is murdering innocent minority citizens...remove guns from civilians. In my opinion: There is a thriving business in the theft of firearms from civilian, law enforcement, and military sources. There is a thriving business in the straw purchase arena. There are ignorant private sellers. The folks who need mental health care probably don't have insurance, wouldn't make a claim under an employer provided program, can't afford private services, and .gov services are either overwhelmed and/ or substandard. Gang recruitment is aided (in all demographics) due to the rising normalcy of fatherless boys and young men. Not an original thought, but if the rank and file, law abiding gun owners were the problem, don't you think we'd be in the news by now?

Coleman extreme series, pre cool as instructed and I got 3 days of use when we did weekend/ overnight boating.

Hope she calls a friend and sells them for what their worth, not what she thinks I paid for them.

Ask Jamie Jackson, he's a fan.

NOT AT THE RIDGE IDER ALABAMA CENTRAL TIME ZONE

Next Saturday! If you have a carbine, PCC, or rifle caliber pistol intended for home defense and / or a trunk ready PDW, please consider joining us. For a 50 and less class, I'll be bringing my M1 Carbine, OEM sling, iron sights, and mags in pockets...you don't need fancy or elaborate. If you do have a tricked out blaster, bring it - I like seeing cool stuff! Before taking rifle classes with Randy, my experience was plinking and target shooting from a static position. Adding movement and manipulations, I gained overall confidence learning what I can do and areas I need improvement. For $80, it's a great value for a day of training with a competent instructor. NOT AT THE RIDGE IDER ALABAMA CENTRAL TIME ZONE Hope to see you there!

After 5 years of active shooter awareness seminars, presenters are sharing a new trend of escape / surrender is emerging.

After 5 years of active shooter awareness seminars, presenters are sharing a new trend of escape / surrender is emerging.