Recent content by Firstshot

I'm not sure what's going on but I think you definitely have an issue. I just checked my XDM9 and only have a few surface scratches after a similar number of rounds. In the photo, it appears that you have deep gouges in the guide rod. I would try to figure out exactly what is gouging the...

It's hard to change heart-felt ideals. I'm pretty liberal in some areas (probably more libertarian) but I try to be logical and thoughtful in my positions. For me, I explain gun issues in terms of tradition (growing up shooting and enjoying it as a sport), independence (in the end we are all...

I've been thinking about this lately too. Sometimes I change my carry gun. I use to only put unloaded handguns in the safe but I now store most of the handguns loaded. Since I always assume they are loaded when I pick them up, it's really not an issue. The main reason I do this is: I don't...

I'm a Kershaw fan. I like that they are made in the US, as I understand some of the Syderco and others are. I carry the small Kershaw (Scallion, I believe) since I wear dress pants to work. I removed the clip so it rides nicely in the pocket. I just purchased my third Kershaw, a mini-Mojo for...

I've been very pleased with my two Bersas.

I have a P3AT also. I've found that the mag extension, bright paint on the front site, and more pointing - less aiming works for me. It's hard not to anticipate the rather painful kick of the thing but practice helps.