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Post by Taildragger on Jan 20, 2020 22:08:14 GMT -5
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Post by LTB on Jan 20, 2020 23:53:07 GMT -5
CG, you need to wrap some electrical tape around that grip.
I've been carrying my 686 (2.5") when I walk my dog around the neighborhood. Seems we've got a coyote problem, 6-7 of them running around in broad daylight. I don't want to shoot them, but will if they go after my dog.
Does it still fire? YES, NO, YES BUT WILL NOT, OTHER
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Post by LTB on Jan 21, 2020 0:01:58 GMT -5
Leftymeister, how did the Hellcat perform?
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Post by Blacksunshine on Jan 21, 2020 21:06:12 GMT -5
Blacksunshine, Checkout Aim Surplus. They have Romanian Tokarevs. They definitely fall in the weird stuff category. BTW, how do you like the 38 Super?jmallard, that Para Ordinance is something else! Chris Greene, your 1911 looks like it just came out of the crate. Sweet! Thanks. I looked them up. If I lose this auction I'll probably go that route. I like the 38 Super so far, I haven't shot it enough to really know its quirks yet, but so far so good. Except finding ammo. Almost nobody carries any locally for a decent price. I've had to order most of what I have. You should see the confused looks on the faces of some of the guys behind the counter when I ask for 38 Super though! That alone is worth it!
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Post by woody on Jan 27, 2020 15:52:20 GMT -5
Hey Chris or any others who are able to read Hebrew. Could you possibly tell me what is engraved on this Israeli surplus Beretta? _Thanks!
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Post by HeavyDuty on Jan 27, 2020 20:02:17 GMT -5
Hey Chris or any others who are able to read Hebrew. Could you possibly tell me what is engraved on this Israeli surplus Beretta? View Attachment_Thanks! The last word is “Adonai”, so something like “In the name of God” or similar is Michelle’s best guess.
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Post by Chris Greene on Jan 27, 2020 23:33:01 GMT -5
I once could read a teeny bit of Hebrew but now I don't even remember the alphabet so I'm of no use to you, woody. Just tell people it's a Mossad pistol and it's worth double. Well, unless they can actually read Hebrew...
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Post by woody on Jan 28, 2020 9:28:40 GMT -5
Yeah. A Mossad pistol...cool! Thanks guys & Michelle.
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Post by Taildragger on Jan 29, 2020 18:36:37 GMT -5
*BUMP*
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Post by Blacksunshine on Feb 4, 2020 18:28:01 GMT -5
For anyone interested, as I mentioned I was looking for a Tokarev, I ended up getting a Romanian version, the TTC. It was born in 1953, I went with one chambered in 7.62x25, mainly because it's weird, and because I wanted the "true" Tok experience. The round is supposed to be really hot and a blast to shoot. Plus, I'm a sucker for that puzzled look on the faces of the guys at the gun counter when I ask for ammo in strange calibers, lol.
Anyway, I just got it yesterday, I haven't taken it to the range yet but my first impression of it is that while Com Bloc, its seems pretty well made. Everything fits nice and the action is smooth as silk. And most surprisingly, it is INCREDIBLY ergonomic. I mean it really fits my hand well. It just feels natural. More so than any 1911 I've held. To me this makes 1911s feel somewhat clunky. (Maybe I'm a commie) ha!
I'm gonna take it to the range Saturday, I'll give a report if anyone is interested.
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Post by HeavyDuty on Feb 15, 2020 9:10:40 GMT -5
I need another handgun like a fish needs a Harley, but I keep getting drawn to the Springfield Armory EMP 4 carry (the one with the grip bobtail.) It’s so comfy...
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Post by woody on Feb 15, 2020 14:34:00 GMT -5
I need another handgun like a fish needs a Harley, but I keep getting drawn to the Springfield Armory EMP 4 carry (the one with the grip bobtail.) It’s so comfy... That would never work for me as a concealed carry. I would keep pulling it at looking at it, It's so dang pretty.
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Post by Larry Madsen on Feb 15, 2020 18:15:48 GMT -5
I'll just be happy to get back out there with this old work horse again on Monday and Tuesday. DSC_2044 by Larry Madsen, on Flickr Last time out (November) was a basic two day course with a friend from work. This time I'll be back into pressing myself to my limits.
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Post by LTB on Feb 16, 2020 1:37:11 GMT -5
My small collection consists of: Sig P-320 X Carry 9mm with flat trigger and red dot sight (currently using traditional sites) my most accurate and favorite Sig P-238 .380 CZ P-10C 9mm S&W M&P .45 ACP with Apex Trigger
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Post by 6l6 on Feb 17, 2020 18:55:45 GMT -5
Love that Colt 45 and holster, Hushnel!
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Post by hushnel on Feb 18, 2020 10:27:37 GMT -5
Thanks 6, I haven’t done much leather tooling in the last few years. I thought there might be a market in custom guitar straps but most aren’t even interested in tooled belts anymore. It’s too much work, for what is usually just a functional item.
I’ve had people around here ask me about making saddles, but I don’t want to work that hard or spend that kind of time on a single project, and that’s not even considering the tools and learning I’d need to invest in.
15 or so years ago the motorcycle crowd was keeping me fairly busy with tooled saddlebags, seats and windshield bags, but that’s kind of dried up too, thank God.
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Post by Auf Kiltre on Feb 18, 2020 14:52:46 GMT -5
Yeah Mike, I had to send a pic of that Colt holster to my brothers, both avid collectors. It's sad that handcrafted stuff is a dying art. 30 years ago or so my wife and her sister started hand painting furniture and things like candle holders, knobs, etc. It took off and there was a demand for their work, even some wealthy folk having them come into their homes and doodling their wares. They eventually got discouraged by the tedium and diminished returns, even then I recall my wife pointing out fine painted doodads made in China and sold for cheap.
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Post by HeavyDuty on May 15, 2020 8:34:23 GMT -5
Ever buy a gun because it was a great deal? Yeah, me too.
A few weeks ago Bass Pro listed the SIG P365 SAS for $404, about $200 off. I couldn’t resist. It’s still on order and may end up being cancelled, but a good friend just picked his up. The sights on this one fascinate me, many years ago I had a ASP custom S&W that had the Guttersnipe sight, this reminds me of that.
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Post by FlyonNylon on May 15, 2020 8:39:26 GMT -5
Awesome buy, let us know how you like it. I'm slowly looking at microcompacts and the P365 in on the list with the M&P 2.0 and G43.
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Post by Auf Kiltre on May 15, 2020 8:44:11 GMT -5
I need another gun like I need a hole in the head (does that sound wrong?), but I've really been tempted to retool my small collection (Glock 19, S&W Shield and Ruger LCP) and get the Sig P365. The G19 isn't going anywhere but think the Sig would make the other two redundant. Not doing anything right now as my Florida CC is all I got here in TX.
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Post by Ragtop on May 15, 2020 10:02:46 GMT -5
First I heard of the Sig P365, so I just now looked it up on the Sig website. Looks pretty awesome!
I recently sold my P935, only because I wasn't using it. But it was a beautiful little pistol.
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Post by LTB on May 16, 2020 7:51:06 GMT -5
First I heard of the Sig P365, so I just now looked it up on the Sig website. Looks pretty awesome! I recently sold my P935, only because I wasn't using it. But it was a beautiful little pistol. My son in law has a P365 (small 9mm) I have it's little brother P238 (small .380) Pocket pistol My sig P320 is my favorite. A real pleasure to shoot and my most accurate too!
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Post by Lesterstrat on May 16, 2020 20:48:59 GMT -5
Ever buy a gun because it was a great deal? Yeah, me too. A few weeks ago Bass Pro listed the SIG P365 SAS for $404, about $200 off. I couldn’t resist. It’s still on order and may end up being cancelled, but a good friend just picked his up. The sights on this one fascinate me, many years ago I had a ASP custom S&W that had the Guttersnipe sight, this reminds me of that. Yes, just recently. My brother (he's an FFL) gave me a brand new Ruger LCR .38 and a Lasermax Centerfire Laser site. I already have a S&W LCR type .38, but I have a standing policy of never turning down a free gun, especially when they're NEW in the box.
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Post by LTB on May 16, 2020 21:03:49 GMT -5
Awesome buy, let us know how you like it. I'm slowly looking at microcompacts and the P365 in on the list with the M&P 2.0 and G43. I considered the Sig Sauer P365 and the Glock G43 both 9mm compacts. If I had to choose now I would go with the G43 for accuracy and reliability. My Son in law said his P365 is 5" off at 15 yards. He has no issues with his Glocks on Accuracy. I do notice my Sig P238 (365's little brother .380) has about the same issue. Both are hammer C O C K E D striker. My Sig P320 Carry is a striker fired is accurate (I am not extreme shot) as I can put 4 rapid fire shots in a 3 to 4" diameter at 15 yards. It just seems to want to go right back to where it was. The Trigger is straight and flat forward sitting and is the best trigger pull I have used. Also it has an extensive duckbill that wraps right over the soft area between the thumb and forefingers and I feel is one of the reasons it returns to previous position so effortlessly. I also find it to be the easiest gun to strip and clean as its firing section is modular and comes right out as a unit making it easy to clean. It is considered to be the "gun" itself as they stamp the serial number right on it and shows out a small rectangular window in the grip module. This also allows you to change to another barrel or outer grip module to change size, Magazine capacity, barrel kits, caliber. Mine from a 9mm to .357 or .40 cal. Stock Magazine is 17 round but have extended 21 round capacities also. I think the magazine and grip modules come in 10 or 15 round also.
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Post by toml on May 17, 2020 7:03:54 GMT -5
Awesome buy, let us know how you like it. I'm slowly looking at microcompacts and the P365 in on the list with the M&P 2.0 and G43. I considered the Sig Sauer P365 and the Glock G43 both 9mm compacts. If I had to choose now I would go with the G43 for accuracy and reliability. My Son in law said his P365 is 5" off at 15 yards. He has no issues with his Glocks on Accuracy. I do notice my Sig P238 (365's little brother .380) has about the same issue. Both are hammer C O C K E D striker. My Sig P320 Carry is a striker fired is accurate (I am not extreme shot) as I can put 4 rapid fire shots in a 3 to 4" diameter at 15 yards. It just seems to want to go right back to where it was. The Trigger is straight and flat forward sitting and is the best trigger pull I have used. Also it has an extensive duckbill that wraps right over the soft area between the thumb and forefingers and I feel is one of the reasons it returns to previous position so effortlessly. I also find it to be the easiest gun to strip and clean as its firing section is modular and comes right out as a unit making it easy to clean. It is considered to be the "gun" itself as they stamp the serial number right on it and shows out a small rectangular window in the grip module. This also allows you to change to another barrel or outer grip module to change size, Magazine capacity, barrel kits, caliber. Mine from a 9mm to .357 or .40 cal. Stock Magazine is 17 round but have extended 21 round capacities also. I think the magazine and grip modules come in 10 or 15 round also. The P365 has a similar fire control unit to the P320. It is the P320's 'little brother', not the P238's 'big brother'. It has the same modularity - the only real difference is on the P365, you remove a pin to extract the FCU where on the P320, it's the takedown lever that retains the FCU. In fact, I'm about to swap my P365's grip module with one from the P365XL.
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Post by HeavyDuty on May 17, 2020 10:40:20 GMT -5
Well, Bass Pro cancelled my order. Not happy...
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Post by bluzcat on May 17, 2020 12:21:53 GMT -5
Larry, I am officially jealous sir...love the .44 Special cartridge and have an early 90’s Taurus 431 .44 Special.
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Post by Larry Madsen on May 17, 2020 17:04:25 GMT -5
I am officially jealous sir...love the .44 Special cartridge and have an early 90’s Taurus 431 .44 Special. Thanks bluzcat. I did not save any of the paperwork or the box on the gun. It's a special production run of 7,000 in each of blue and stainless. 14,000 is a pretty big number, but as gun production goes it puts this one a bit on the rear side. I had seen these in the Magazines (Guns and Ammo probably) before they even came out and I was interested right off the bat. They were a bit pricey at the time they first came out. One day I was in the Bolsa Gun Store in Westminster CA and they had a case with probably six or eight of them at a price that I thought I could handle. I asked about a possible trade … they were were good with it. I traded my Ithica model 37 goose hunting gun and $100.00. This was probably about 1987. I thought maybe I could come up with some sort of provenance on the gun, so I contacted Lew Horton Distributing to see what I might come up with. This was their response. (copy and paste of test below) December 12, 2014 Larry Madsen Las Vegas, NV Larry, Thank you for your interest in Lew Horton Distributing. Your Smith & Wesson Model 624 (S&W #103580), serial number ALU6765, is indeed a Lew Horton Special Edition. This model was unique in the market place at that that time, being a stainless revolver chambered in .44 Special and having a three inch barrel. Features included red ramp/white outline adjustable sights, smooth combat trigger, semi target hammer, and smooth goncalo alves grips with S&W medallions. This gun is one of 7000 units produced. These Model 624’s were manufactured by Smith & Wesson and delivered to Lew Horton Distributing from 1985 to 1987. Your gun was delivered to Lew Horton Distributing in June of 1985, and shipped to a dealer that same month. This Lew Horton Special Edition is listed in the Bluebook of Gun Values under the “Lew Horton Distributing” section. Best of luck! Earl Minot Lew Horton Distributing
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Post by bluzcat on May 17, 2020 19:13:20 GMT -5
Cool story Larry! I would love to own a 624 or maybe a 696 ( L frame .44 Special) one day. The Taurus is nice but it’s not a S&W. I’ve even thought about looking into the Charter Arms Bulldogs but I hear quality can be hit and miss with those.
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Post by LTB on May 17, 2020 22:07:50 GMT -5
The P365 has a similar fire control unit to the P320. It is the P320's 'little brother', not the P238's 'big brother'. It has the same modularity - the only real difference is on the P365, you remove a pin to extract the FCU where on the P320, it's the takedown lever that retains the FCU. In fact, I'm about to swap my P365's grip module with one from the P365XL. Thank you for the correction .If the P365 has similar fire control unit to the P320 there is no reason it should not shoot reasonably well albeit a slightly smaller 9mm, so I don't understand why it is not performing for my son in law as all his other guns do. Maybe it is defective, who knows. Had I had known how the P238 was designed I would not have bought it. Should have checked the P365 out also. I wanted something easy to conceal carry and the P238 does that in spades. I have a nice type 2 OSWB holster for the P320 what works very well but I would not be comfortable wearing it in full view as it would make others uncomfortable as well and that I am not into. I could do like some of the undercover officers I know do and wear jeans and long tail shirt not tucked in.
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