Recent content by mike45

I don't mind so much when they charge the full amount up front. I know there are many dead beats out there. The longer than stated wait is tolerable considering I ordered just before Christmas and the SHOT show. I was not happy because I sent a concise letter explaining the problem with a...

I ordered an El Paso Snap Off for my compact M&P .40 last December. Delivery time was about 5 or 6 weeks longer than they told me, but that's no big deal. I have used their holsters for several years and they are excellent. I have the same holster for a Glock 19 and it works well for my needs...

I found this K-22 (1947) in a local gun store wearing wood Fitz stocks. I'd been looking to replace the one I foolishly sold 15 years ago so the $375 I paid wasn't too bad. I almost didn't see it. I seldom go in this store as their prices are a bit high. I walked past cases stocked with new...

Thanks Whitey. This is a Jay Pee holster. Quality is not too bad. I would prefer it to the Jordan holster I was issued when I started. The gun fell out of mine on a few occasions when running or wrestling. I only work part time now and qualify with the issued Glock 19 and a Safariland...

Thanks for the info guys. I'm fascinated by the NYPD. Should have gone there in the 70's before I had Wife, Kids, House, Job here in Ohio.

I thought it was a good question. I remember an article in one of the gun rags 15 (or so) years ago where the author tried it and thought it was a good idea. He said there was just enough rim on the .38 Super for it to headspace and eject using the revolver's extractor. Mike

A short while ago I bought what I think is an old style open top NYPD holster. I had heard about them years ago from a retired NY sergeant. Just need to know about the draw. The sergeant said it was the original "security holster" with the leather retainer sewn inside. Did the officers...

Sorry if it's been brought up already. I did a search, didn't find anything. I'm willing to bet they put him in the Army so they can say he was working Delta or SF secret stuff. I also got the idea he has a current wife not an ex wife. No indication of his drinking problem. Guess I have...

I just saw the trailer for the new movie made from Steven Hunter's book "Point of Impact". Seems Bob Lee is no longer a former Devil Dog... he was in the Army according to the movie info for "Shooter". I'm still looking forward to the movie but I picture him a Marine... just like his...

I hate it when something like this happens. Everyone jumps on the "All cops are corrupt" bandwagon with some pretty inane statements. Kind of reminds me when someone uses a gun in a crime and the liberals say things like "we should ban ALL private gun ownership". This theft from a...

My favorite: Heater

I can remember when I started in police work and we would talk about radical departments that issued that "new" S&W mod. 59. Or worse yet, those departments (usually out west) that issued an "antique" Colt .45 (1911). It ain't the gun, it's the individual. (Took me a long time to learn...

I like the small size of the J frame Smith which I carry on a regular basis. You get an extra round with the sainless 64 but I have found it a little more difficult to carry and conceal despite the fact it's easier to shoot well. If you're going to carry it in a pocket or an IWB (in the...

When I first became involved in police work years ago, everything larger than a handgun was referred to as an Uzi. Saw a lot of Mac 10's, Tech-9's and other things referred to as "Uzi". I can't ever remember seeing an actual Uzi. Now the popular term used by the press and others who are...

As a retired police officer (well, semi retired) I enjoy being able to carry. I also support concealed carry for qualified individuals. Even now, the qualification for the department I work for is about 4 hours long (2 times a year). As a police officer over the years, if I said something...