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    Cleaning w/ WD 40 ??

    I use WD-40 extensively for cleaning pistols, I've found it to cut carbon better than most gun cleaning solvents. I spray the barrel inside and out, and also the slide, and let it sit a few minutes, then take an old toothbrush (or the wife's) and brush the inside of the slide and use a plastic...
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    HD Weapon Suggestions

    I would agree the 38 spec. would be a good choice if she can manipulate the trigger with her arthritis. If she needs a lighter trigger pull and low recoil, I would recommend a Browning HP in 9mm. It is reliable and easy to shoot once you are familiar with the single action operation. My wife...
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    Co worker pulled over with gun in car- no CCW.

    My son was arrested for DUI a couple of years ago in Utah and he had a 223 rifle behind the seat and they seized it. I can't remember all the details but the possession of the weapon did increse the fine, and it was held by the Sherrif for about a month. I'm sure Mitch will be able to help him...
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    Berretta 92's-break any parts lately?

    The locking block broke on my 92 after about 4000 rounds of mostly light reloads, 5.0 gr of Unique and 115 gr Berry. I also had the safety break on a Kimber. Both companies replaced the parts for free. Beretta even put a new barrel on the gun although nothing was wrong with the old one I...
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    Utah IDPA State Championship tomorrow!

    Larry, glad you enjoyed the match, I also thought it went very well and had a great time. I appreciate everyone who pitches in and helps as it is a huge job to put on a match of that quality. I think one reason it went so smoothly is many of the people have been involved in working the last...
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    The one that got away

    I traded a genuine Swenson Colt 1911 for a Kimber Compact CDP, this was before I knew what a Swenson was worth. Education can be expensive.
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