Recent content by cls12vg30

As I recall, the Nano is maybe slightly larger than the Kahr PM9/CM9 and the Ruger LC9. There's also the Kimber Solo, which is a similar size. The Sig P938 is smaller, but being all-steel rather than polymer-framed it's significantly heavier, I would call it just about on par with the P64 in...

If you're looking for a pocket gun, there's a lot to think about. I'll tell you about my experience over the last 10 years in North Carolina, as a working I.T. professional. This may more may not be relevant to you. My primary carry is a Kahr CM9. I normally carry it IWB under untucked polos...

As far as C&R, the M57 and other TT-33 variants seem hot right now, since it seems all the CZ52's have dried up. Keep in mind 7.62x25 ammo has doubled in price in the last 18 months. I just ordered a Polish PPSH43c from Classic Arms (Imported by I.O), but I got it for $299..a year ago they...

Ordered a PPS43c from Classic Arms, it shipped this afternoon. I'm glad I still have over 1000 rds of surplus 7.62x25 from when it was very cheap, but now my brain keeps nagging me to buy more......

I've been CCW'ing since 2004. My first carry gun is still in my pistol safe, a Bulgarian Makarov, purchased in younger an poorer days for $149. It's worth a bit more now, but you won't catch me selling that gem. Current EDC is a Kahr CM9.

14 days. 2004, Wake County, North Carolina. Good for 5 years. Renewal in 2009 was handled in one visit and mailing time for the new permit. I've had a few address changes since then, which are handled in one visit for free if you want to carry around the address change card, otherwise 15...

I don't like the government buying up so much ammo in principle, but it strikes me as hypocritical by us in the gun community to make fun of the (admittedly often pathetic) hit/shot ratios of law enforcement in general, than criticize them for buying to much training ammo. If they're buying...

Absolutely. I've been contacting my reps regularly about this and the other gun law improvements currently being worked on.

This problem is addressed by a bill currently moving through the NC Senate. Reportedly, Governor Purdue has instructed law enforcement agencies in the state that this statute is no longer to be enforced, but that's not something you can bank on.

My first carry gun was a Bulgy Mak, now it resides in my nightstand. I think I paid around $120 for it in 2004. I still consider it the most reliable weapon I own. There are other choices for CCW out there that will give you more firepower in a smaller and lighter package, but for a first...

My PT709 has been flawless as well, and a joy to shoot compared to the PF-9. It's got just over 500 rounds through it with nary a hiccup, and the trigger is much nicer than the DAO rivals. My pocket gun is a P3-AT, just because I've been carrying their pocket pistols for several years, since...

+1 what Rem said, and maybe you could go a little further. Why not suggest a friendly outing to the range? That could give a lot of opportunity to respectfully educate these ladies on all the aspects of carrying and shooting, not just choice of weapon.

The last thing I bought was an impulse buy at the local pawn shop, a Rossi model 25 2" .22 7-shot revolver from the late '60s. I wanted to have a small, unintimidating .22 revolver for my wife to start learning to shoot. Paid 80 bucks out the door. I tested it at the range yesterday, it...

These seem like they could be fun: http://www.gunfun.com/cart/Games-Packs/

This is interesting. I have a Norinco SKS, I believe it's a commercial model. It came already set up for the detachable duckbill magazines. I haven't had a chance to shoot it yet, so I don't know if they work, but I bought it from a dealer so I assume it was imported this way, not modified.