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Is it legal to shoot a Glock 19 in SSP while using extended G17 mags? I just prefer the feel of the G19 with a G17 mag over the full sized frame of a G17/34. As long as I use a G17 mag consistently, any rule violations? In that same regard, for curiosity sake, if I wanted to purchase an...

I just picked up my new SA M1A SOCOM and am wondering about mounting an Aimpoint on it (probably an M3). I've heard that the factory forward rail isn't that great and it might be a good idea to replace it with an Ultimak rail. Has anyone had any problems using the factory rail? Second, what...

Anyone know of a good gun safe that will fit in a standard closet? Browning makes a model that is only 22" deep. Unfortunately, it is only 25" wide. I'm looking for something about that depth, only much wider. Anyone know of a brand/model that would fit the bill? Thanks!

I'm in the market for a Colt AR-15 carbine (16" barrel) with an A2 fixed stock and flash hider. I have an LE6920 which I love, but would like to not spend that much on this project. I like the MT6400c but, as I understand it, it has a pinned collapsible stock and a compensator (to comply with...

Anyone know if the HK USP Tactical (.45) will fit in the IDPA box? According to the HK website, the listed dimensions look like it would fit barely. Not sure if those dimensions take into account the sights, inserted magazine, etc. I'm not really planning on purchasing this weapon strictly...

I recently bought and installed a TR Graham Glock slide lock for my G34. Basically, it is a more precise design than the stamped factory part, providing a tighter lock-up when the gun is in battery. I e-mailed IDPA HQ a week ago concerning the legality of this part (I want to stay in SSP...

When I shoot a handgun, I keep both eyes open, but aim with my non-dominant eye (I'm right hand dominant, right eye dominant). I use a Weaver (or Weaver-like) stance and turning my head to the right (so I aim with my left eye) just feels natural. I use my left eye regardless of shooting with...

A local indoor range has an interesting handgun for sale (I believe it is being sold on consignment). The weapon is an original broomhandle (sorry I don't know more specifics, I'm just not very knowledgable about this era of firearms). Anyway, the weapon in question is basically a...

I took Defensive Handgun I at Thunder Ranch (back when they were in Texas) and learned a considerable amount of firearms knowledge/tactics, especially with regard to malfunction clearance. I feel pretty squared away with working these drills (tap, rack, re-evaluate for possible bang, if needed...

I've been carrying a Glock 19 in a Blade-Tech IWB holster. Recently, I also started carrying a Glock 26 (either in a front pocket Desantis holster or in a Desantis Apache ankle rig). I like this set-up as I can carry extra G19 mags and they will fit either gun. So far, I've found it to be...

Hello all. I purchased a new Glock 19 (prefix DTU) around the fall of 2000. It's a third generation, 2 pin frame, which came with factory meprolight night sights (front sight is press fit). I've upgraded to an LCI extractor (replaced the load bearing, spring, plunger, as well). Any other...

Personally, I prefer autos, but I'm looking at purchasing a D/A revolver for my wife (she is not very familiar with firearms). I'm looking at purchasing a Ruger Sp-101 in .357 magnum (3" barrel) with a pair of Crimson Trace laser grips. Of course, I don't want her to be completely reliant on...

In my quest to round up some Winchester White Box .223 ammo, I went to three stores yesterday and bought all they had. Ended up with 40 round boxes of .223 from Wal-mart, 20 round boxes from Gander Mountain, and 20 round boxes of 5.56 from a local gun store. All are 55 grain FMJ Winchester...

Why is Winchester White Box .223 ammo so hard to find? Every ammo dealer I've looked at on the internet is sold out. Does Winchester have a government contract for the war, thereby limiting civilian sales? I've been running 62 grain in my Colt LE6920 (1:7 barrel twist). Any suggestions for a...

Just ordered a set of Meps from Botach for my new Benelli M1S90 (LPA rear sight). Anyone have any suggestions for installation? Is it fairly straightforward? Anything I need to be aware of? I believe the front sight nut is 5.5mm (I bought a set of standard and metric midget wrenches at Sears...

I'm going to Thunder Ranch next summer and, after giving up the idea of driving that far (I live in Arkansas), I've decided to fly (only reason I was going to drive was to make transporting guns and ammo easier). Please forgive my ignorance of air travel, but I haven't flown since the third...

I recently ordered a Wilson Combat standard model 870 12 gauge shotgun through a local dealer. I took delivery of said firearm yesterday, August 11, 2005. Although I inspected the weapon at the gun shop, it was after I returned home that I realized the jumbo head safety had not been installed...

Greetings all! My new Colt LE6920 finally arrived last night, but I have a question about mounting my Eotech 551. I'm using a Larue Eotech mount and a Troy back up iron sight. From what I read on Larue's website, it seems that the iron sight should mount behind (i.e. closer to the charging...

I'm thinking of upgrading from my Glock 19 to either a 17 or 34 for IDPA. What manufacturers do you all recommend for a good set of Glock replacement sights. I've tried (and like) Meprolight due to their strong white outline around the tritium inserts. Just looking around to see if there...

Whenever I grip my Glock 19 (thumbs stacked one on top of the other, parallel to the slide), I often inadvertently hold down the slide release. Obviously, the result is my eventually ending up with the slide closed on an empty chamber. Anyone else run into this problem? How can I modify my...