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I wonder what the supreme court justices think of that level of regulation.

It sounds like you are doing the right thing. I had problems like that with a buffer. The buffer and a light spring reduced the time the ejection port was open. Got rid of the shock buffer. I had problems with the slide failing to return to battery because of using grease on the slide and a...

I was about to buy another 1000 rounds of 45 auto, but I wanted your advise first. If I'm shooting for training, is all ammunition the same? The only reliability problems I've had were from inexpensive range reloads, so my 1911 is fairly reliable. I want a brand that is reliable, full...

Looks like Phoenix is far from free in the free state. Too bad. We were talking about moving there.

I've a 22 target pistol. Every time I think the 9mm or 45auto is shooting wild, I go shoot the target gun. That quickly pins down the problem between me or the gun. I also dry fire a lot. If you can't call your shots, then you need to dry fire more. The point being that if you can't call...

I owned a 1911 when my wife decided to back me up. We looked for a single action auto since they had the same operations as the 22s she shot for practice. We got her a 1911 in 9mm with narrow grips so she can rack the slide, and so I don't get confused. The 9mm is our go to gun since both of...

If CC is such a HUGE tactical advantage, why do the police, military, and band guards give up their advantage and open carry? The way I see it, OC is an advantage before an assault while CC is an advantage after an assault. I think an ounce of deterrence is worth a pound of surprise because...

Willson combat Chip McCormick Buy them where you find the best deal. I buy direct from McCormick.

What magic was required to get your CCW?

Member of Calguns and Life memeber at NRA. Why am I a member? They helped stop several anti gun bills in our crazy California legislature this year. My membership is money well spent for that alone. I also help the NRA with women on target and at the local gun show. No other other...

From 22 target to 45 Auto I started shooting with a 22 target pistol held lightly with one hand. The grip needed adjustment when I went to a 45 Auto 1911 held in both hands. This is what worked for me when I wanted speed and accuracy. The muscles in your forearm that move your fingers are...

The chamber and magazine check is a habit of safe gun handling. Most of the time you already know the condition of the fire arm. Sometimes you THINK you know. Not only will I check a gun that someone else has handled, I'll check a gun if I've changed tasks since I last checked it. The...

Hmm. The mayor or city council usually appoint a chief of police and city attorneys, and mayors, city councils must run for re-election. How long is Topeka going to put up with Miller and Smith?

Both brands were 115 gr FMJ. I did not shoot them mixed in the same magazine. I assume the felt recoil would be different.

My 9mm 1911 surprised me at the range last week. I shot several mags and then changed ammunition from one major brand to another. The point of impact dropped by at least 3.5 inches at 15 yards. I shot enough to make sure it was a consistent drop. Here is some background information. This...