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    Interesting that the manufacturers continue to...

    Interesting that the manufacturers continue to present 1911 products in 45 ACP to the market when the conventional wisdom trends to striker 9mm type service pistols for the masses.
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    I have come to find Ballistol favorable over...

    I have come to find Ballistol favorable over Breakfree CLP given the non toxic attributes of Ballistol. The smell kind of grows on you like Hoppes.
  3. Glad we are back. I was getting separation...

    Glad we are back. I was getting separation anxiety 😀
  4. Dittos here. I thought that this website was...

    Dittos here. I thought that this website was getting upgraded sometime. Seems like this situation occurs more frequently lately.

    Edit - it took about 45 seconds to post this hairball.
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    Come back to standard US Government Skilcraft pen.

    Come back to standard US Government Skilcraft pen.
  6. Check Hill people gear Fanny and chest packs.

    Check Hill people gear Fanny and chest packs.
  7. Concur whole heartedly. I’ve served 5 years as...

    Concur whole heartedly. I’ve served 5 years as DoD engineer and will retire with previous military time bought in. Worked 30 years private sector and looked to recoup 8 years Navy time to finish...
  8. I am left handed and cross eye dominant. Not LE...

    I am left handed and cross eye dominant. Not LE or otherwise.

    I keep all my tactical type semiautomatic guns right hand configuration and work around it given I may have to pick or use the...
  9. Dittos on the AR Beta. Great for layering in...

    Dittos on the AR Beta. Great for layering in changing temps etc.
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    I had an 83 Model when I served in the Navy. Took...

    I had an 83 Model when I served in the Navy. Took it for duty in Newfoundland. With Warn 8000 winch it was unstoppable. Miss the in-line 6 cylinder. heavy sigh….
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    Might suggest contacting manufacturer for cut...

    Might suggest contacting manufacturer for cut sheet specs on devices.
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    Condolences to Tiger McKee's family. I did...

    Condolences to Tiger McKee's family.

    I did take a two day rifle/carbine course in Augusta GA around 2006. Great teacher and instructor. He left us too young.

    He did author a great book "A ...
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    I have not had this problem but before I bought a...

    I have not had this problem but before I bought a new rear sight I might attempt to stake or peen both sides of the sight edges at the bottom to see it it could get some bite. In addition, locktite...
  14. Thread: Amateur Radio

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    I have a magnetic loop antenna for HF work that I...

    I have a magnetic loop antenna for HF work that I have used in an apartment in doors. Use it for WinLink, CW, and digital modes. Be sure to keep it away from metallic window frames that will raise...
  15. Back when I was dating the gun issue was the...

    Back when I was dating the gun issue was the litmus test. I once was ask "why do I have to have guns". It essentially was a psychological eject button to remove the other party as a spousal candidate...
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    Concealed carry aside attributes aside, I found a...

    Concealed carry aside attributes aside, I found a reasonable size back pack to be more useful than a vest when traveling and more adaptable to different weather conditions. Found a vest to be...
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    About 24 years ago I was 38 and had herniated...

    About 24 years ago I was 38 and had herniated disk removed/fused. Some noticeable reduction in strength on left arm due to nerve damage/muscle recruitment especially when maximizing bench presses but...
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    Why can't S&W do away with the stupid safety...

    Why can't S&W do away with the stupid safety lock. All nice specimens. I would acquire more if they would do away with the cursed lock.

    :(
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    Live in SC and can recommend these caps. Breathe...

    Live in SC and can recommend these caps. Breathe well and provide good sun protection. Machine washable. Swift hat is good to go.
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    I served on the destroyer USS Nicholson DD 982...

    I served on the destroyer USS Nicholson DD 982 and we performed a burial at sea for a deceased Air Force Veteran / Retiree if I recall correctly.

    I think this is how I will be buried as well.
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    Cost of primers have pretty much made reloading 9mm not cost effective for me. Cost of FMJ bullets and primers put me at around $22 per 100 to reload.

    I recently purchased Winchester White Box...
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    Very much enjoyed Mr. Hackathorns reminiscing...

    Very much enjoyed Mr. Hackathorns reminiscing about his first encounters with pistols as a youth. It conjured up my affinity for pistols and guns in general.

    Make some memories to reflect on as...
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    Try Glockmeister or Brownells. I think...

    Try Glockmeister or Brownells. I think Glockmeister had them in stock earlier this week.
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    Curious if the firing pin spring would require...

    Curious if the firing pin spring would require increased replacement cycle with this performance trigger given it is now under tension in a reset battery condition. This is assuming it is used for...
  25. Thread: C&S is closing

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    I enjoyed meeting Mr. Bill Laughridge while...

    I enjoyed meeting Mr. Bill Laughridge while attending one of his first level 1911 pistol courses about 11 years ago at his shop in Fremont NE.

    Sad to see his business ending.

    I was always...
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