Recent content by OptimusPrime

Looks like the original tacticool scattergun. "Pistol grips? They get in the way. Fore end? Useless weight. Give me a trigger and a barrel; that's all I need."

Never never never allow yourself to be transported to the second crime scene. She is very lucky. Take the risks of fleeing/fighting/screaming in the public area rather than some secluded and secured spot. Never never never never go with the attacker.

Perfectly said. Or, using the data against them... 90% of violent crimes are committed by 16-30 year-old men, how will my 75 year old mother stand a chance?

Thanks for the kind words fellas, I'll heal quickly. It occurred to me to post this as words-to-the-wise since I've seen many threads where people mentioned that they have pared down their stock to only semis, or only 1 caliber, and how that might be an oversight. We can't predict when a...

The other posters are right; just get a metal locker from anywhere for what you need. But...counter the curiosity with regular safety and familiarization sessions with your kid(s). Let them handle the gun, show them how to point it in a safe direction, how to keep their fingers away, etc...

I busted up my hand pretty good and am in a cast for a few weeks. It didn't cross my mind until a couple days later when I finally left the house after surgery, but I had no way to rack a slide, clear a jam, or reload a mag under stress. Thank God that I had diversified lately and kept a...

excellent post. thank you.

It's not my cup of tea, but why is this audience attacking the actions of these few? It's pretty similar to an open carry rally or any other form of activism. Not precisely, but similar. An ND is unfortunate but part of the odds that we all face, whether at the range or in our bedroom or the...

JRH6856, I disagree. A militarized police force is NOT the same as a policing military force. Different chains of command and differing scope entirely. The training methods, goals, mindset, the entire enchilada is 2 different animals. However, their abilities have started to look the same...

He drew too early and was not in a condition to use it. He should have left it concealed until he needed to use it; and then use it. Not before. Walking away is the better course.

I can't believe I just read that rubbish, but thanks for posting the link. Opinion pages don't have to even carry a hint of journalism standards but this piece was especially illogical. "Squirrels have tails, and bunnies have tails, so squirrels must be bunnies."

I concur with WideyM's recollection. A lot of armorers were granted privileges like that, same as guards at the ammo dumps. This was during the militia heydays in the mid-to-late 90s. I agree that armed military members comes close to posse comitatus implications and slippery slopes. If...

Interesting question, especially with the mother-in-law with mental issues. We often talk about safety with kids in the house but now you've got to worry about safety with an adult. Hard nut to crack. I think your top priority is to keep her restricted from access, even if it adds seconds to...

Funny, I've had great luck at my local Gander. I only get good deals and I probably stop in and window shop 5x as often as I actually purchase, but Gander has been very good to me. I always stop at my LGS and try to give them business first but they usually cannot match what I can get at...

Buckshot won't spread as much as video games make you think they do. Think of a large dinner plate at 20 yards; that's not much. Take everyone's advice and go with slugs. If you can hit a bear-sized target at 20 yards with buck then you can hit it with a slug just as well.