Recent content by dmw16

CT will only issue non-res permits for people who hold a permit in their state of residence. Unfortunately, obtaining a permit in my home state (Maryland) is basically impossible. Becoming a CT resident isn't really an option right now (nor do I expect it to be in the future). What I am...

I am a Maryland resident, but I spend my week working in Connecticut. I have one of my handguns with me (locked in a safe in the house I rent a room in) that I'd like to take to the range. However, CT requires a CCW to purchase a handgun where MD does not. As such, I am fully legal in MD and...

I agree that people who started off anti-gun and are no pro-gun/pro-2A are the better ones to have in the public eye. I was born to an anti-gun household and I am now pro-2A (and the other 9 as well) and I think that when it comes to swaying others my past gives me an "edge" over someone who...

This may seem like semantics, but try to use the word "FIREARM" instead of "GUN". It seems like firearm makes people less uncomfortable.

In a high-stress and/or panicked shooting situation I see no reason not to have them.

Does your database include legislation passed by the congress? Might be a good place to start. Maybe you can find laws that passed and bills that failed and compare and contrast them. Might be interesting insight. Avoid using analogies like this in research papers.

For what grade level are you writing this paper? I ask because it makes a difference in terms of how you should conduct your research. If it is college level you should log into your school's library and search thru Lexus Nexus for gun control law information. You could also check the library...

HD gun (glock 19) is kept with loaded w/ one in the chamber and an extra mag next to it. Walther P22 is kept with a loaded mag but not chambered and safety on and is locked up in a small safe in my office. Really just a last resort gun. Wife's revolver is kept loaded. If/when I get a rifle I...

Yes, prosecutor can say whatever they want and a jury can believe whatever they want. The average juror is not your or me, but more than likely an anti-gunner or at least someone ignorant about guns. Harold Fish was railroaded and maybe he could have used a 9mm and still been railroaded. But...

Before considering the Five-Seven as a HD/SD gun, consider the Harold Fish Case. The Five-Seven round (depending on which you buy) is designed to pierce body armor and in the wrong circumstances could get you in trouble. Maybe I'm paranoid, but I would be concerned with how using such a round...

I am thinking of trying out USPSA shooting. I want to start with using my glock 19 before buying another firearm. So with that said, I'd like to start looking for a belt/holster/mag holder and I was wondering if anyone has any suggestions? THanks.

Jack, great advice, thanks. Actually great advice all around. She picked out her gun today (need to wait 7 days now, silly MD law). She actually went with a S&W airweight, so low recoil to start will be essential to getting her comfortable with it. I wasn't what I thought she would want, but...

I just bought a Ruger GP100 (.357) for my wife (and me too, of course :) ). I may find myself gone all week every week for business in the near future and she wanted a house gun for protection. She is more comfortable with a revolver over a semi auto (we have a P22 and Glock19). So I bought a...

I'd rather have 1 gun I LOVE than 2 I like...

Pricing seems consistent with my research on the S&W. However, the price on the Ruger is a lot lower (~$100) than what I've seen on gunbroker. Either way, thanks for the info. Always good to have a sanity check.