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Non-Permissive Environments and Improvised Weapons
A.J. Holst replied to TGO David's topic in Handgun Carry and Self Defense
Aside from your keys and a pen, what other innocuous items can be carried on your person. -
My buddy pre-ordered and has one on the way. Supposedly the delay was to de bug this and subsequent runs.
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Non-Permissive Environments and Improvised Weapons
A.J. Holst replied to TGO David's topic in Handgun Carry and Self Defense
I carry a Boker Tactical, macarta body with aluminum end caps. Takes most refills, I like the Fisher space age technology. Writes well on most any surface. This particular pen has flown with me and entered metal detecting NPEs via visual inspection in the little basket. While I won't do it again, it was in a shirt pocket going through TYS, friendly agent had me remove it and I clicked it, demonstrating it's a pen. Tactically, stabbing someone with a pen strikes me as even more brutal than a knife fight. Better than nothing and a great pen has multiple uses. -
Sometimes our fellow gun owners do more harm than good...
A.J. Holst replied to battleop's topic in General Chat
If this is a cry for attention, what about all the posted and shared videos which show folks simply enjoying shooting guns? -
Arlington National Cemetery Asking for Public Opinion
A.J. Holst replied to volshayes's topic in General Chat
No vacation due to the fines for improperly disposing of, not to mention the EPA may take exception to your toxic 2A remaims being re-introduced to the great circle of life. OSHA will probably be concerned over exposure any of your gaseous form that may not be contained. Solyent Green may be the answer. I am ok with service based, tax payer supported cemeteries. However, the maintenance of traditional cemeteries is high. Modern planning and design include flush headstones and markers. I'm not saying retro fit, but to manage existing space without adding maintainence, cremation with proper internment and a flush marker seems reasonable. If the final wishes of the service member and their families, isn't where you are buried more important than what you buried in? If you are concerned about the funeral Home upselling a package during your time of high emotional, low logic decision making, consider a pre planned package. As gruesome as it sounds, having been through it, it can be a blessing to your family, especially if truly unexpected. -
Saw one at SMKW for $299 nib Seems awfully discounted. Caught my attention when first released, the internet doesnt have any real follow up reviews, just the initial splash stuff. Weird niche gun that never did anything?
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I like Dolo's moniker of Glock Commander. The concept makes sense, I have a 19 cut to a 26, does that make it an Officer? I'd like a little more info from users on trigger comparison.
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To help a newbie out, KIA Sportage? Small cargo, but rear seat down may works for the dogs. If need both cargo and seats, only option is the Sorrento. And yes, the tricked out Stinger in the $50 - $60k trim levels approach high end Eruo and Japanese luxury sport sedans. The 18 sportage seems to be near the pinnacle of design comparing the last 5 years (I may lose my company car so have been looking and this hit my radar) Remember Killed in Action when you saw one broken down on the side of the road in the mid 90s?
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In my line of work, I've been exposed to car dealerships since 1992. Best advice I can give you, whether you're selling cars, flooring, or hot dogs - ask opened ended questions to create a buying environment. Folks hate to be sold, but they love to buy stuff. Ask what they need, want, and desire; (specifically in that order for a car) this may uncover hidden needs your customer didn't know they had, and gives you the opportunity to present a custom tailored solution to fill what they want, and you got a good shot they'll buy. Best price? In this day and age, folks, all of our prices on the internet, if we were overpriced, you probably wouldn't be here. "Hi, my name is Steelharp, and this is going to be the best experience you've ever had at a car dealership!" Ask for referrals and send thank you cards.
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These look interesting for us HiPoint guys https://www.redballsports.net/ If the mag lips are robust enough to stay in spec, they certainly solve the leading complaint of capacity and reliable feeding. In my case, if they work, I truly don't need another 9mm carbine considering occasional use and application. Will start googling reviews, if positive, will purchase and review here.
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HiPoint here as well, got me on the road to loving PCCs. I'd also like to have a new Ruger, but other than higher mag capacity and non proprietary mags, want and need are not lining up. I'd definitely have something in .40-.45-10mm if I carried or shot those calibers.
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Training Day Opportunity - Knoxville
A.J. Holst replied to A.J. Holst's topic in Training Discussions
Keep an eye out for the official post! -
Amidst all the antigun, a breath of fresh air..
A.J. Holst replied to Someotherguy's topic in 2A Legislation and Politics
Eric, the good news is, regardless of politics or opinion, I want to engage with with millennials like you, since I don't get the millennial experience. -
My first attempt with ankle carry was driven by the need for deep concealment and accessibility while driving. Deep concealment is based on my job, there is a possibility of entering NPE with no metal detectors. Driving accessibility stems from being left handed; it is nigh impossible to draw and bear on a BG with your left hand from the driver's seat, unless you have dinosaur arms. For reference, the review is for a right handed holster (strapped to left leg) for a left handed user The first rig was a $20 Bulldog. Do not buy this holster if you are seriously considering ankle carry. While It secures the firearm and the elastic and Velcro strap will not fail, it has no calf strap so it sags. The overall construction also allows the holster to move where attached to the strap, so it wobbles when you walk, regardless of how tight you pull the elastic. My second challenge to the project was a heavy pistol in a sub standard holster. If you plan on humping steel (Kahr MK 9 weight) get a GREAT ankle holster. With the epic fail of this combo, ankle carry went out the window and I switched to pocket carry for deep concealment. Fast forward to my acquisition of a Kimber Micro .380. Drop nearly 10oz and my life changed! Pocket carry is now King (when required) On a side note, I shoot Precision One 90gr HP / XTP in the Kimber. Great reviews from Shooting the Bull from his quest for great .380 SD ammo. Strolling through Academy, I stumble across Uncle Mike's Tactical Ankle Holster. $40 and I have a $50 gift card. Pop open the packaging to touch and feel. Having used it, pretty pleased with my purchase. The holster itself is an Uncle Mike's size 10 with adjustable thumb break. This works well for my specific application. The Kimber is carried condition one, so the strap blocks the trigger for an added layer of safety. I have full confidence in weapon retention. For my leg size, the flush mag is perfect and brings the Kimber to a 4" height. The extended mag can print depending on how I'm sitting and/or the fabric of my pants. The holster itself is well secured vertically to the leg strap, so it wobbles way less than el cheapo bull dog. So much so, I recently did a lot of walking over a 3 day stretch with this as my primary EDC and had no issues, meaning it didn't feel like it flopping around on my ankle. The leg strap is well constructed; the padded area that contacts the leg reminds me of something you'd find in the joint support area of a pharmacy. The Velcro strap is attached to that, so as you tighten, pressure is pretty equally applied without cutting into your lower calf. My opinion only, you gotta have a calf strap if you only wear casual shoes. The rig will slide down you leg since it's shaped like a cone. Then it begins placing pressure on your ankle bone. Doesn't sound too bad, but trust me, it is annoying and it eventually begins to hurt. I learned to attach the calf strap as high on my leg as possible before fully tightening the leg strap. I do this with the pistol holstered having discovered it requires some effort to reholster when worn. The calf strap on this holster is elastic and Velcro and height adjustable. My comfort zone is 3ish inches above my ankle bone. The bad. It has sharp edges, meaning the Velcro edges on the straps (thumb, height adjustment, calf) can and will become a irritating pressure point. To resolve the thumb / height adjustment, I super glued a piece of neoprene mouse pad in place. For the calf strap, I haven't decided on neoprene or another type of material. Drawing while seated is pretty smooth as my pants leg typically is in a position to make it easy to clear the excess material and access my gun. Less practice from standing to kneeling to draw. Good news in this arena is my dress pants are full cut in the leg, so easy to draw the leg up as well as tactical pants which are designed to work with boots. Since I have to get off my feet to draw, I seem to be more aware of cover and concealment when those random "what ifs" pop into my brain while out and about.
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My first attempt with ankle carry was driven by the need for deep concealment and accessibility while driving. Deep concealment is based on my job, there is a possibility of entering NPE with no metal detectors. Driving accessibility stems from being left handed; it is nigh impossible to draw and bear on a BG with your left hand from the driver's seat, unless you have dinosaur arms. For reference, the review is for a right handed holster (strapped to left leg) for a left handed user The first rig was a $20 Bulldog. Do not buy this holster if you are seriously considering ankle carry. While It secures the firearm and the elastic and Velcro strap will not fail, it has no calf strap so it sags. The overall construction also allows the holster to move where attached to the strap, so it wobbles when you walk, regardless of how tight you pull the elastic. My second challenge to the project was a heavy pistol in a sub standard holster. If you plan on humping steel (Kahr MK 9 weight) get a GREAT ankle holster. With the epic fail of this combo, ankle carry went out the window and I switched to pocket carry for deep concealment. Fast forward to my acquisition of a Kimber Micro .380. Drop nearly 10oz and my life changed! Pocket carry is now King (when required) On a side note, I shoot Precision One 90gr HP / XTP in the Kimber. Great reviews from Shooting the Bull from his quest for great .380 SD ammo. Strolling through Academy, I stumble across Uncle Mike's Tactical Ankle Holster. $40 and I have a $50 gift card. Pop open the packaging to touch and feel. Having used it, pretty pleased with my purchase. The holster itself is an Uncle Mike's size 10 with adjustable thumb break. This works well for my specific application. The Kimber is carried condition one, so the strap blocks the trigger for an added layer of safety. I have full confidence in weapon retention. For my leg size, the flush mag is perfect and brings the Kimber to a 4" height. The extended mag can print depending on how I'm sitting and/or the fabric of my pants. The holster itself is well secured vertically to the leg strap, so it wobbles way less than el cheapo bull dog. So much so, I recently did a lot of walking over a 3 day stretch with this as my primary EDC and had no issues, meaning it didn't feel like it flopping around on my ankle. The leg strap is well constructed; the padded area that contacts the leg reminds me of something you'd find in the joint support area of a pharmacy. The Velcro strap is attached to that, so as you tighten, pressure is pretty equally applied without cutting into your lower calf. My opinion only, you gotta have a calf strap if you only wear casual shoes. The rig will slide down you leg since it's shaped like a cone. Then it begins placing pressure on your ankle bone. Doesn't sound too bad, but trust me, it is annoying and it eventually begins to hurt. I learned to attach the calf strap as high on my leg as possible before fully tightening the leg strap. I do this with the pistol holstered having discovered it requires some effort to reholster when worn. The calf strap on this holster is elastic and Velcro and height adjustable. My comfort zone is 3ish inches above my ankle bone. The bad. It has sharp edges, meaning the Velcro edges on the straps (thumb, height adjustment, calf) can and will become a irritating pressure point. To resolve the thumb / height adjustment, I super glued a piece of neoprene mouse pad in place. For the calf strap, I haven't decided on neoprene or another type of material. Drawing while seated is pretty smooth as my pants leg typically is in a position to make it easy to clear the excess material and access my gun. Less practice from standing to kneeling to draw. Good news in this arena is my dress pants and full cut, so easy to draw the leg up as well as tactical pants which are designed to work with boots. Since I have to get off my feet to draw, I seem to be more aware of cover and concealment when those random "what ifs" pop into my brain while out and about.
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Amidst all the antigun, a breath of fresh air..
A.J. Holst replied to Someotherguy's topic in 2A Legislation and Politics
We oldster better support youngsters, they will influence the 2020 elections and may figure out they can own the 2024 elections JUNE 25, 2015 — Millennials, or America's youth born between 1982 and 2000, now number 83.1 million and represent more than one quarter of the nation's population. Their size exceeds that of the 75.4 million baby boomers, according to new U.S. Census Bureau estimates released today.Jun 25, 2015 -
Maybe check out CZ sight options? Standard 3 dot tritiums here, but on ammo my 75 throws 115 and 124 about the same, 124 slightly better at distance which I guess makes sense based on original purpose.
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For you Police Academy fans
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My son also uses his as a media center
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My 26 year old gamer is an Xbox user. He just got Nintendo Switch which is a pretty amazing little console
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I have both a 2" and 3" SP with improved grips. They are hefty and the overall shape don't make for a small footprint. Prefer .38/.38+p, but no issues with shooting .357. Due to the retort, I prefer .38 over .357 for SD.