wwillson
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On 10/12/2023 at 5:32 AM, BarryinIN said:
When you put it all together, there is no reason I shouldn’t have one.
You absolutely need one and you should have one!
https://charterfirearms.com/collections/bulldog
How is the recoil with the 44 Special?
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On 10/12/2023 at 3:29 PM, BarryinIN said:
so it’s probably a new rubber grip option.
That's funny!
I've been seeing the teasers as well. I hope it's something cool, but probably not.
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What in the world took 6.5 years to get this gun imported?
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Range is also important. Surviving a shotgun blast to the face at 10 feet isn't likely, but 25 feet away becomes more survivable.
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On 3/19/2023 at 4:46 PM, BarryinIN said:
If you choose to carry a gun, then carry a gun.
I completely agree with you on this. I tell people who carry, that you should either carry or not, but don't get lazy and not carry sometimes. The mindset needs to be that, "I carry all the time".
In my lifetime, I hope to never have to occasion to use the gun I'm carrying, but in the world that way it is, it is likely that I will need my carry gun at some point. How would I feel if I had the option to carry, needed to firearm to defend myself, but left it at home?
Besides, there is no safe place, none. We live in a "Best place to live in the US" area and there is random crime, from arm robberies to car jackings, virtually every day.
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I know nothing about F-Class, so I wouldn't know where to start, but I am interested in the practical difference between .308 and 6.5 Creedmoor. You say "life was much easier". How so?
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Which will be better, the Springfield or the FN?
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I read everything I could find about this new gun and can't get excited about it. The main 'feature' seems to be the aluminum frame, which to me is a detractor because it's going to be heavier than the same gun with a plastic frame. A couple ounces carried all day feels much heavier.
What am I missing that I should be excited about?
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I can't imagine why one wouldn't just use a 9mm? The external ballistics are similar, but you could get 2 more rounds into a subcompact magazine. Does the increased round count really matter?
Considering the new round will likely be extinct in a couple years, I'll pass as I'm guessing most will.
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Hornady shipped a replacement part for my press that wore out. I was surprised to see that a small piece of metal causes health problems. What in the world?
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More is better, don't you know?
I would hope people would look at instructor reviews, qualifications, experience. Course material reviews and facility reviews would also give a view into the "is this a good way to spend my hard earned money?" question. I suspect round count has become a marketing method more than it is a determination of quality.
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23 hours ago, BarryinIN said:
The good news is maybe the selling price on these will now plummet to around $2,200.
LOL!
I'll not be in the bidding for one at these prices. Hopefully, the early production bugs will be out of them when I'm serious about buying at a realistic price.
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I don't need one that badly!!!
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Oh my goodness!!
I will absolutely buy one! The Hi-Power has been at the top of my next gun list for years. When I get it I will post pictures.
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How many brands of ammo in the US have an origin in Russia?
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You can thank me for that mind virus. 😁
Colion did a good review and he likes it. I take back the reference to looking like a Hi-Point
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My first impression was that it looks like a Hi-Point. Now I can't get past my first impression.
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Ruger started producing the 10/11 in 1964, that's 57 years ago and has produced over 7 million of them in various iterations. I wonder why it's taken Ruger so long to product a lefty?
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I wish they would make it with the same beautiful bluing the Python had.
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2 hours ago, BarryinIN said:
I’ve learned before that a couple more layers of clothing repositions the vests/chest rigs/belts enough to create some fumbling.
Same with trap shooting, extra clothes make the whole process more difficult. I've learned the importance of the outer layer of clothing to have a non-grabby texture so it's easier to get the stock in the correct position.
Pictures are a must :-)
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10 hours ago, BarryinIN said:
The valuable opportunity of a night shoot lures us out there to find and sort out cold hand and winter clothing problems.
Brilliant. Be exposed to as much as possible, so when the need should arise, then you're ready.
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10 hours ago, BarryinIN said:
One year we had sideways blowing snow.
I would have been home, "Sorry guys, I can't make it tonight".
You are dedicated!
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The whole concept of scenario shooting at night seems like fun and a challenge. To not have the sun beating down on you is also a bonus. Another plus is how many self defense shooting situations happen in well lit conditions vs. low light or dark situation? I have zero practice shooting in low light conditions.
I too have old eyes and focus on anything less than 24" away has become impossible. There is no way I could do a night shoot with my iron sights, without guessing at the aim point.
You have made me rethink my training again. You have a way of doing that. Thanks. :-)
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You do bring up some really great points. The pocket crude fouling an auto is my biggest concern and my biggest problem. Like I said, my Ruger LCP will not be reliable after a week or two in the pocket without cleaning. I think I would get a dedicated .38 and not bother with a .357. I've fired snubby .357s and frankly I don't like the muzzle blast, as it teaches flinch.
I'm with you on the idiocy of snubbies as a beginner gun, no they are for experts. It's similar to teaching a new trap shooter with a .410, just no. A .410 is an expert's gun.
I'll go check out some hammerless pocket revolvers.
New S&W Product 10-18-23
in Firearms General
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Did I just feel the earth move?
I can't get too excited about the announcement.