Recent content by dnilson

I must disagree. Although a .22 is insanely inexpensive to shoot, with all due respect, you may as well just have a sling shot. The VAST majority of experts all agree that the 9mm is the BARE minimum one should use for self defense. If you shot a bobcat with a .22, you'd just piss him off!

My concealed carry gun is a Glock 23 (.40 cal). But if I were going camping or hiking, I'd DEFINITELY take my Ruger SP101, DAO revolver in .357. The reasons it's such a great choice are: 1. It's a VERY highly regarded revolver, because it's really well made and made of stainless steel (nice...

You obviously haven't even looked at some of the newer CTs. The one on my Glock 23 (my primary carry gun) probably weighs all of a couple of ounces! In fact, I can't tell ANY difference in weight between when it's on or off the gun. It's not an actual grip, but just a piece that fits across...

Anyone dealing with bears, even black bears, would be well served to trade that .45 cal in for a 10mm!!!! Just my opinion!

To the person who mentioned the scientific study, I would be VERY interested in seeing that study. As a physician with a Masters Degree in epidemiology and study design, I'd be interested in seeing how the protocol was designed, how the participants were selected, how the outcomes were...

I have a crimson trace on one of my Glocks and on one of my revolvers. I don't use them that much, because I don't want to get too used to using them...in case the battery dies when I really need it. Plus, I also don't want to get lazy by relying on them. However, I do like them. I...

I COULD be wrong, but it's my understanding is that Daniel Defense is not only one of the VERY BEST ARs on the market (everything on the rifle is ABOVE mil-spec), but is also made in America.

DD While I like the idea of an AR as a home defense rifle, I don't think it should be your first option and agree with some of the other posters, in that I've ALWAYS heard that a good old fashioned 12 gauge is the best long gun for home defense. First of all, it's EXTREMELY intimidating. A...

I have a brand new Glock 23 Gen 4 (.40cal). I've only put approximately 300 rounds through it and about every other magazine, I'll get a jam. It's usually one of the last rounds in the magazine. It didn't do this the first time I took it out. So I plan to clean it really well and see if it...

Which would be the best action for a custom built, precision, semi-auto in .308? Weatherby, Sako or Browning?

I'm curious, because you've mentioned it at least a couple of times...why are you so opposed to a .45 cal. I've been told by several people far more knowledgeable than I that my .45 ACP Glock is the BEST caliber and gun for CC and second best for HD (the 12 gauge being first). The .45 makes...

I'm a little confused. You're asking for one weapon that will take care of a variety of situations. You really need the right weapon for the right job. Also, I've heard (but don't KNOW) that getting a permit for a short rifle isn't that easy. You have to have a good reason for needing one...

.45 ACP (what I use in my .45 cal. Glock) is a GREAT round for home defense!!! It makes GREAT BIG holes and is slow enough that it's less likely to blow through your neighbors bedroom! I prefer the 185 grain, but for some reason, the 230 grain is usually on sale, so that's what I use for...

I agree with what most of the others have said. A .308 is WAY more firepower than you need for home defense. Also, I'd be less worried about the noise than the penetration. Depending on the type of home and neighborhood you live in, not only could it shoot through several walls, it could...

Thank you Jack!!!!!!!