A.J. Holst

In case every one is wondering where all those late 90 and early 00 trucks and SUVs went, clash for clunkers reset the auto industry.

Concur, they are a client.

Give me a call, 865-919-3909, may be able to help. For a reference, check with gjohnsoniv, I steered him to a dealership, not sure how it went, and I haven't heard from him... I hope we're still friends.

Internet diagnosis is not a fast process, more info can help, be patient, some very experienced and helpful 1911 owners participate on TGO.

Try downloading your mag by -2 or -3 rounds to see what happens.

Next pic will have a compact...that's how it works. Verra, verra nice!

I didn't want to be the one to place the burden on GT...I'll bet you could pre sell it...

After 3000 posts and no warnings, I thought it safe to properly introduce myself. I've been a firearm and shooting enthusiast for 30 years, primarily a handgun shooter. I do like the PCC / PDW concept and have 2 projects that got way out of hand, a .30cal M1 carbine and 9mm HiPoint carbine. My current preferred brand is CZ, my favorite being a CGW tuned 75B Omega. Next favorite is a new to me RAMI P, which has been my EDC for the last two weeks. In the shooting arena, I started formal training in 2012 with Randy Harris and Suarez International. I have continued to utilize Randy as my primary instructor ever since. I would describe myself as a professional student, practical not tactical, and a confident fighter with adequate shooting and defensive skills. Professionally, I entered the financial services sector in 1988 in consumer lending. I'm old enough to know what I don't know, but well versed on borrowing and lending money on stuff, vehicles specifically. Sales, training, business development, marketing, leadership, relationship building are all pieces of what I do. The downturns of 03 and 08 opened my skill set restaurant management and operations (twice), commerical and residential moving, leading a multi million dollar flooring installation and sales organization, to running a souvenir kiosk at UT sporting events. Married, 22 years, son and granddaughter. Enjoy historical fiction and alternative historical fiction. Being a history buff, Google-fu allows me to fact check or dive deeper into the history the author is presenting. I can honestly say I like all music. While not a musical family, my paternal grandmother played the viola in a community orchestra and weekend quartets with Leroy Anderson. Dad can still bang out a tune or three on the piano. I played trombone in highschool marching band and we listened to classical music at dinner while growing up. Within each musical genre I've been exposed to, I have found at least one or two tunes I actually like. I'm a born again, open minded, gun toting, Bible reading Roman Catholic. I am humbled and blessed to have so many TGO friends, those I've met in person and those who I only know through posts and PMs. As my hero Sam Berns teaches, surround yourself with people of quality; thank you for accepting me!

The knife is a pretty cool piece of work.

What an awesome heirloom!

They are Hakan's work, and I will be sending the RAMI to CGW. Like the grips on yours!

HiPoint, like Colt 45, works every time. If it had ever failed, I would have replaced it. Subtract the HTA stock and FF3, I'm in good shape. Heading to Bud's today to see how it shoots.

I have only met Sam through a 2 hour documentary and 13 minute YouTube video. The impact on me and my inspiration to live is nothing short of miraculous. He truly taught me to joyfully and cheerfully do those things I can, whether I want to or do, whether I like it or not. He showed me to acknowledge those things I can't do and find solutions and support to overcome. He demonstrates how a life can be transformed and have purpose through control of the power of a positive attitude and owning the time we have as long as we have a breath in our bodies. I don't know what religion he subscribed to and I don't care, because it's never revealed. What I do know, I want to be like Sam Helping others with no strings attached Ensuring every encounter is an exceptional experience; encouraging, enlightening, and empowering Responsible for all the thing I can do, and seeking solutions and support for those I can't Optimism revealed through a positive attitude and that dreams, hopes, and desires are independent of mortality that is sooner rather than later. I must also witness for my God. From my Christian perspective, I see His will and purpose in Sam's story; surrender, patience, hope, extra time, grace, and power in death. Sam was diagnosed with progeria at age 2, 90% of kids are dead by age 13. Sam lived until 17. And what a life!!! A Beacon of Light in this world of darkness and reflection of God's grace.

I went down this path with Metro Arms, which are no longer sub $500. I think Rock Island is a great place to start for someone just entering the 1911 arena. If you hate it, resell on an entry level SA, Ruger, etc for +$200 maybe stronger - but I don't know with no recent 1911 experience.

Like my M1 carbine project, this one got way out of hand. Once I was pot committed, I had to see it to the river. The total investment includes repurposed items not specifically bought for this carbine and amortized over 8 years. $175: original purchase, used new in box with PotA stock, 4 mags, and compensator. $70: ATI storm-clone stock. IF YOU OWN ONE OF THESE, THROW IT AWAY, THEY ARE FOR DISPLAY PURPOSES ONLY. This stock is the reason I had to make a warranty claim AND HiPoint covered it. This stock is poorly designed for the recoil and will damage the firing pin channel. I had fired less than 200 rounds will using this stock and the damage is easily identifiable by HiPoint. I disclosed to HP my use, they fixed and advised continued use voids the warranty. $50: Deerfield 3-9 x 40 scope, this was a freebie, part of a trade deal. $20: Scope rings $40: Budget bipod, swivel mount Got scared enough by posts on the HP Forum to ditch the ATI and upgrade to the TS stock. Noticed no damage when I swapped out the receiver, but the damage was already done. $40: Tactical stock $45: Mag holder +2 mags $50: Budget bipod, rail mount $40: BSA red dot Ran this version through a carbine class with no malfunctions and determined with 10 round mags, I could keep it running. Then I saw the High Tower Armory bullpup and I had to have it. They have addressed the recoil with a more fully supported barrel and piston to buffer the bolt. $250: HTA stock with one charging handle $15: ambi charging handle $200: Burris FF3, repurposed from my M1 Carbine. $70: 2 M-Lok QD sling mounts and swivels $40 Magpul AFG2 $30: Caldwell sling Swapping from the TS To the HTA revealed the unique cracking of the firing pin channel from the ATI stock. I probably shot 1000 rounds in the TS with zero malfunctions, so unknown how much longer I could have shot it before a failure. $18: Shipped back to HiPoint, USPS Became a customer for life when I got it back, the only re-used part was the frame. New breech bolt, internals, receiver cover, stock with tool-less receiver pins, 6 new mags to replace the 6 old ones, one new mag, and the sling and swivel kit. The finish if the new bolt and receiver cover is much improved since 2008. Per checklist, 110 rounds of 115gr blazer, rem, and win to function test with all mags. $65: 2 Redball 20 round mags and 2 HP speed loaders. You should not pursue a similar project, too many purpose built, higher quality 9mm carbines in the market. If you're thinking about getting a PCC, start with a TS and be happy It works. 110 rounds of Win 124gr NATO 7 new 10 round mags; HP is improving their branding - HP logo and mfg date stamped into mag body. 2 - 20 round Redball mags. Zero malfunctions. I have to slightly rotate the mag in a counter clockwise direction to get it to fall free, occurred with all the mags. I'll call HTA next week and report back. Since I was moving the Fast Fire from one gun to another, I did my best creating a rest with my two sandbags, but couldn't quite get a comfortable set up. Center, 3 mags, 10 yards, tweaked windage only LL, 1 mag, 15 yards LR, 1 mag, 20 yards UR and UP, 1 mag ea, 25 yards Not pictured, 15 yards at 9 - 2" circles, 20 yards, 6 - 3" circles, and standing, 15 yards, 8" circle, 15 of 20 on target.

Jamie, when it warms up, I think I'll take you up on your offer!

Since criminals chop down barrels are stocks on shotguns every day, I'm glad I can legally have such a set up. I also see the practical use for transport, concealment, and defensive fire in tight quarters or civil unrest. If you don't seriously train with it, it's the next best novelty the marketing folks are offering and keyboard operators are buying.

I too, like the look, they're CZexy. Discovered from a YouTube video that a patent was never filed on the 75 and it has become one of the most copied handguns with 26 (need fact check) different manufacturers putting out a version. I also like the feel in my hand and shoot them pretty well. Excluding the enhanced triggers, all three are different. The RAMI is the standard DA/SA with safety, SDP is a decocker, and the 75B has the omega with Greek roll mark on the slide. I did track down a decent paddle by Front Line for the RAMI at a nice discount from an eBay seller.

Hi all, I have shot mine very little, but need to buy some ammo. Is there a particular off the shelf .223/.556 that seems to be more accurate? Thanks AJ

A bit, but I'm pretty well done. It's a minimalist addiction.

I saw them in the Trading Post, still thinking about it.

From top to bottom 2009 RAMI 2075 P 2013 SDP, an improved P01 from CZC with CGW grips. and the one that started it all, my beloved 2006 75B Omega, improved by CGW with Hakan Pek grips. All in 9mm with mag compatibility, though I have not tried the 18 MecGars in the RAMI yet. I like the SDP the least, while the trigger is smooth, it's slightly bumpy, which makes sense since you are moving parts in a complicated decocker sear cage. It is also equipped with Heinie 2 dot sights and I've been a 3 dot guy for nigh 30 years. I'm planning on using the RAMI in the upcoming training class with Randy. If I like shooting it, I will send it off to CGW.

Praise God indeed!

Thanks for posting!

I think I read on one of gun news sites (ammoland / firearm blog / truth about) that they closed