Recent content by dan_i_am

Geoff, I think you know this, but since the bolt stop is under spring tension (and so wants to flip out of the way), just the slightest rearward pressure on the operating rod handle will release the bolt stop - without touching it. I've never seen an M14 charged in this way; not the method we...

Tostada: It has been a while since I read that part of the statute. I'll look it up and get back to you. My state? I'm in a "secure location" with my good friend Dick Cheney. Actually Dick is kind of cranky and he is talking about going dove hunting tomorrow...so it may not be so secure.

I like the serrations, they act a bit like a saw and make short work of thick, ropes. Downside - everything above, plus the serrations are hard to sharpen yourself.

Left: change, and a note with next haircut appointment. Right: Kershaw, Black tactical "Blur" assisted opening knife.

Leroy, Galco has a product called a "hidden agenda" that has a day planner in front, and in a separate zippered compartment enough room for a full-size .45. If you are in a car and don't want to use a holster, no one would EVER suspect that there is a pistol and spare magazine in there...

Tostada: All firearms are regulated by both federal and state statutes, and citizens must comply with both. For example, when the federal assault weapon ban was in place, it regulated certain features of all firearms. (See Wikipedia, for specifics of what constituted an assault weapon)...

We (the US) never signed the Hague Accords, although we have abided by them throughout history. The round in my chamber is a 230 gr .45 HST HP +P, the remainder are FMJ because of feeding (reliability). Why? Over penetration endangers innocent parties and is less effective. If the HST fed as...