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    TT Not quite, but in that vein, we only need 4...

    TT

    Not quite, but in that vein, we only need 4 to 8.

    A carry pistol and matching training pistol ( i have done that with 9 and 40) with the pattern repeated for shotgun and rifle as applicable....
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    As an admitted watch geek since I started working...

    As an admitted watch geek since I started working at Macys in High School in the early 80s, I believe the following to be true:

    Ramble follows Ymmv

    1. Water resistant numbers are a crap shoot
    ...
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    I am seeing more stock in stores marked for...

    I am seeing more stock in stores marked for exhibition only. Contrast a 12-18 months ago, there was virtually noting in the store.

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    If you are seeing subs for sale at an AD at retail, you should...
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    Following thread with great interest. While I...

    Following thread with great interest.

    While I was a relatively early adopter of the CP, There are times that a smaller fixed blade in the pocket would be ideal. No clip showing would be...
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    dupe

    dupe
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    Looks like something from Zero Tolerance...

    Looks like something from Zero Tolerance (Kershaw's upscale brand).

    https://zt.kaiusa.com/

    DB
  7. Thread: untrainable

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    Eye dominance- use the tech described above...

    Eye dominance- use the tech described above and/or

    holding his thumb up at arms length and covering an object a few feet away with BOTH EYES OPEN-THEN alternate looking with just one eye and one...
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    Executive Summary- you can never go home. The...

    Executive Summary- you can never go home. The likelihood of this ending poorly is not low.
    You’re left on top, healthy, wealthy and wise. Take the win and move on.

    I was just having related...
  9. Thread: untrainable

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    Eye Rx- can he see? Eye dominance- what is he...

    Eye Rx- can he see?

    Eye dominance- what is he seeing?

    Assess outside and/or under best lighting conditions possible

    Electronic Ear Muffs and plugs-cutting noise can cut flinch

    Low...
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    Eagle: Thx for that. Lovely leather there. ...

    Eagle:

    Thx for that. Lovely leather there.

    10-12 wks in that realm is certainly reasonable and a vast improvement v the case before.

    Perhaps he has rounded certain corners in his life ie...
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    Eagle: How long did it take from the time your...

    Eagle:

    How long did it take from the time your ordered until the time you got the holster?

    How long did he say it would take from the time your ordered until the time you got the holster?
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    Concur re potential availability of a 36 v a 41....

    Concur re potential availability of a 36 v a 41. If I had one in hand at retail, I might pull the trigger. Or on any stainless watch in a similar price point.

    Absent unimaginable circumstances, I...
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    The comments below are easy for me to say because...

    The comments below are easy for me to say because I do not presently own, nor have I ever owned a Rolex. I am hopeful to acquire a 41 OP with the Champagne Face and Gold markers at 6400USD retail...
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    RB- FWIW I would disagree a bit that RCS has...

    RB- FWIW

    I would disagree a bit that RCS has had no innovation in their line for the last 10 years

    the eidolon came out less than 10 years ago and I would humbly submit its feature set of
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    Late to the party and edge of my lane: Flush...

    Late to the party and edge of my lane:

    Flush fit is not remotely a priority for me. Not an issue if the gun has even a modest Wilson Slip on Mag Well.

    I have used the following 4 mags in 3...
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    Re Vaer: Like them a lot. A lot of desired...

    Re Vaer:

    Like them a lot. A lot of desired features in the sub 200-300USD space:

    Sapphire Chrystal

    Screw Down Crown so "100 M" water resistance is no joke

    Usually ships with two quick...
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    To answer your question- Close but no cigar. ...

    To answer your question- Close but no cigar.



    My limited direct exposure concurs with the opinion of those who have posted up to date- the trigger is simply off.



    THREAD DRIFT FOLLOWS:
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    S&W Model 19 w Pachmyrs Sparks PMK Earnie Hill...

    S&W Model 19 w Pachmyrs
    Sparks PMK
    Earnie Hill Leather Belt
    Spare HKS Speed Loader

    Or

    Kimber Series I 1911
    G Wm Davis Straight Drop IWB
    Matching IWB Double Mag Pouch
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    1. Concur re no 2. The 1911 centric forums are a...

    1. Concur re no
    2. The 1911 centric forums are a solid source of information as well
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    https://www.bladehq.com/item--Kizer-Vanguard-Swagg...

    https://www.bladehq.com/item--Kizer-Vanguard-Swaggs-Swayback--118808

    Daughter bought me the purple one above when I had to dump my Spyderco Cat at LGA when I was moving her back from NYC.

    Far...
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    Solid advice all. I suspect that as spring is...

    Solid advice all. I suspect that as spring is upon us, short sleeve versions of the Wranger ATG or similar shirts will be widely available. Retail under 30USD.

    Proof of concept re cut, snap v...
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    One could sand those VZs a bit with a sanding...

    One could sand those VZs a bit with a sanding 150+ grit sanding sponge and just take the edge off. I f I did that, I would wear a mask so as to not inhale any of the G10.

    That is a lovely pistol....
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    Presumptions: Long Sleeves Synthetic w some...

    Presumptions:

    Long Sleeves

    Synthetic w some wicking/anti UVA properties

    Loadstar set at 39.99 by the Wrangler ATG find on Amazon

    Wrangler has been exceeding the intersection of...
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    Edge of my lane The Spyderco Manix Line has a...

    Edge of my lane

    The Spyderco Manix Line has a similarly "crossbolt" style blade lock and the "advantage" of the "Spydie" hole.

    https://www.spyderco.com/catalog/category/usa-made
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    Typical Thickness for a grip panel is .250-.255....

    Typical Thickness for a grip panel is .250-.255.

    That number is easily confirmable via a Google Search re "1911 grip panel thickness."

    If you want to run a thinner grip, particularly, under...
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