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    Ruger Customer Service

    A couple of years ago the trigger on my mk1 broke in half. I sent it in for a replacement. Mind you I purchased the pistol in 1971. Customer service called, told me no new triggers available, would it be ok to install a used one. Of course I said. They said they would refinish the pistol at no...
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    What is the last gun that you bought?

    Ruger lcp2. 22
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    What's the best gun deal you've ever gotten?

    You guys are gonna hate me. In the early 80's my MIL'S neighbor called me and said she found some old guns belonging to her recently deceased brother in law in the attic. She wanted to know if I would like to have them. BIL was a WW2 vet and served in ETO. I got 4 pistols , P38, Luger, Walther...
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    What’s the most impressive shot you’ve ever made?

    I shot a flying crow from a rowboat with a slingshot when I was about 12 years old.
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    Do You Have an Excellent Handgun that was Inexpensive?

    My Ruger MK1 bull bbl. Purchased new in 1970 for $69.00. Still shoot it at least twice a week.
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    Hubby Is Appearing on Sons of Guns!

    Glad hubby had a good time. But I have to agree with the others, the show sucks. I will watch his epsode however.
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    What ammo do you use in your LCP

    The first two rounds are critical defense followed by 5 rounds of 95 gr fmj
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    Ruger LCP .380 ACP

    Ruger does not recommend the use of steel case ammo. Are most of your problems with the Tula ammo?
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    OK SPILL YOUR GUTS whaddya know about the Ruger MKI .22?

    I love my MK1, purchased it 40 years ago and it is my go to .22. Anyone who tells you its a bear to take down and reassemble is a JERK. I read that stuff all the time, it is very easy if you take the time to read how to do it. Its a great gun enjoy it. The MK1 is a classic.
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    WARNING! Defective Winchester Ammo!

    I recently had several remington std vel 22lr fail to fire. The firing pin hit the rims hard but no bang. I emailed remington and they sent me a fed-x label to return the remaining rounds (100 round box 26 rounds left). They sent me 2 boxes and a letter explaining my bad rounds had no primer in...
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    Need advice on what to buy

    Hey guys, definatly not limp wristing it-other guys tried it and had the same problem. I also have a Mauser HSc and Walther PPK both .32 and I have never had a problem with them. They are quite a bit heaver though. I am kind of leaning in the 642 direction at this point. Thanks for all you advice.
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    Need advice on what to buy

    Hello All: This is my 12th post and I am looking for some advice. I purchased a P-3AT in August. I have had problems with FTE since the git go. Tried 4 different types of FMJ RN ammo and the results were the same. Kel-Tec sent me a new extractor but it did not help neither did two trips back to...
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    Know anything about South Carolina?

    Google Carolina Shooters Forum, lots of good info there. And welcome to SC you picked a great state. We live in Rock Hill a little north of Columbia.
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    South Carolinia CCW here I come

    You made a great choice in moving to SC, its a great place to live. Getting your CWP involves taking an eight hour class which includes classwork and shooting skills. Just google SC CWP and I am sure you will be able to locate an instructor near your new home. The application involves...
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    Moving to Virginia

    When I moved from NY to SC 11 years ago I put my handguns,22 of them in the trunk of my car and drove. The worst part of the journey was NJ cause I knew I would be in deep doo doo if my car was searched. To say the least it was stressful as hell!!! I made the trip in one day because I did not...
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