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While barrel length can make a big difference in muzzle velocity with rifled firearms I have always wondered what the difference is between an 18-20" barrel and the 12-14" barrels that some law enforcement agencies have used. I have also heard that patterns are far too open for outdoor use...

Probably in Socorro or Alamogordo, unless you would care to make a suggestion. No firm dates or times, just trying to see how many would be interested.

Socorro seems to work well for the place, but a date needs to be set. How does Sep. 23 sound?

www.sharppointythings.com So I sent him a message asking about a knife... And ended up with 6" of steel! The handguard and pommel are solid brass, the handle is very nice wood. Workmanship is excellent.

Currently reading William Christie's Threat Level, after reading his Warriors of God and Mercy Mission. This is good stuff, and a break from the history and non fiction books I have been reading. Also got my hands on Cally's War, by John Ringo and Julie Cochrane. If you have not read this...

Have you ever practiced with firearms other than those you own and regularly shoot? Do you know how to operate the more common designs?

I have had an Eagle AIII pack for many years, it was what replaced my ALICE medium (without frame) as a daypack. The difference in comfort was night and day. The AIII was so much better, especially with the sternum strap and waist belt. Eagle also sells an internal frame sheet for $20. I...

Where have you been all my life? That was my first impression after putting a couple magazines through my new acquisition. After several hundred rounds I can say that accuracy was as good as the pistol in 9mm, and reliability was 100%. It even locks the slide back on empty magazines!:D...

I have tried sidesaddles, bandoleers, bandoleer slings, several different ammo pouches, and still have more questions than answers. So, I figured I would ask some of those questions here. 1. Do you like ammunition on the outside of your shotgun? If so, how much and how is it carried...

In case anyone was wondering, this is a new multitool from Gerber. Instead of retractable pliers the plier jaws are replaceable, allowing you to switch from needlenose to blunt, or even cutters. Has the usual fold out tools in the grips, this model has the locking mechanism for them. I...

Reading Not A Good Day To Die, the part that really stuck in my mind was the Rakkasans marching to the LZ, and having to ditch a lot of gear so they could move fast. IBA with the insert plates weighs about 20 lbs., plus whatever the rucksacks weighed, not counting helmets, weapons, or ammo...

Time for another book thread...:D Just finished Hero by John Ringo and Michael Z. Williamson, very good read! Definitely looking forward to more books by both of those authors, they are proving capable replacements for Robert A. Heinlein and H. Beam Piper.

So, there I was, looking at the smatchet thread again, and thinking about what sort of fixed blade knife I want. I am looking for a general purpose tool and weapon. I have heard good things about the Ka-Bar, it seems to be a popular knife and if I broke or lost it I would not be...

...from each shoulder, or strong side only?

http://www.hailerpublishing.com/ might have it. They have managed to get themselves in the news recently, on the Drudge Report.

...anyone interested in just getting together, maybe some sort of cookout?

Starting another book thread... A State of Disobedience by Tom Kratman "Probably the most realistic depiction of a second American Revolution ever written" - John Ringo "Any resemblance to actual gun grabbing politicians is coincidental, honest!" - Me :evil: Just came out in...

Are you prepared to be out of work for several months? If your house or apartment were destroyed with everything inside and insurance would not cover everything and made you wait a month or more could you deal with it? Are you prepared for retirement or are you on the "work 'till you drop"...

And how do you do? Thought of this while sitting waiting for a batch of chocolate chip cookies to finish baking. All these threads on food made me hungry for a snack! :D

For those unfamiliar with those topics this info will help you get started.