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    Anyone have firsthand experience with the Charter Arms Southpaw?

    Am looking at left handed gun options, not ambidextrous - but one set up outright for lefties. It'll be for CC and rec shooting. I see charter Arms makes the Southpaw and would like to hear from anyone who owns and has shot one, what their thought are on the gun.
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    1911 Problem

    I've a problem with a 1911 (Series 70 Colt gun): When firing the slide stop pops out of position and jams the slide out of battery. A quick pull back on the slide and push of the slide stop to the right (into position) solves the problem. However the problem is repeatable and starting...
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    1903A1 Springfield Problem

    I am hoping someone out there can help me with a magazine problem I am encountering with my Springfield. The follower in my Springfield tends to tip and "roll over" in the magazine well jamming cartridges between itself and the wall/action. the only way to unjam things is to remove the floor...
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    Magazine pouch for Browning HiPower

    Some of you folks with experience carrying Hi-Powers out there, I need some advice. I'm looking for two types of magazine holders to carry standard hi-power mags, the ones with the little spring at bottom of them. First pouch is for external carry. I am looking for a full flap - military...
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    Taking the plunge on a new scope

    Which of these scopes do you all think would work best for close in hunting-fast shooting situations hunting coyotes and deer - EoTec, ACOG, Leupold HAMR, or Leupold VX-R Patrol. I plan to mount the scope on either an AR or Rem 700. My longest range is about 200 yds, but average is around 80...
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    Need factual sources for High School persuasive essay on teachers and guns.

    My Daughter has a school project – writing a persuasive paper on the issue of teachers and guns. :D She has chosen to support the position of giving teachers the option/right to carry (openly or concealed) at school to protect the children under their care. Can anyone out there recommend...
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    Garand Zeroing Question

    Little help please... I cannot find my notebook/shooting log and need help remembering the appropriate point of aim/impact for a 200 yd zero with the M1 rifle - when shooting on a 50 yd range. :banghead: Thanks Gang.
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    In search of a 3-Gun Match

    I'm in Northern VA, anyone know of a 3-Gun match in this area?
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    New Reloading Kit Question

    I have not reloaded in years, and am about to get back into it. Does anyone out there have first-hand experience with using one or more of the following case prep systems, digital scales and powder dispensers? • Hornady Lock-N-Load Auto Charge Powder Dispenser • Hornady Lock-N-Load Case...
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    Competition Dynamics Events

    Has anyone shot in one of the Competition Dynamics Match events? I'm thinking of trying their Steel Safari, Thunder Beast team Challange or the Combat Biathlon Series and would like to learn/hear more about them. I like the fact that they combine hunting or tactial skills, fitness and shooting...
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    Browning HighPower Question

    I am looking at a Highpower for a carry gun. I looked at a new one and noticed that you cannot let the hammer down without having an inserted magazine. Is this a feature on all HighPowers or just the current ones? Is there a varient or model that does not have this feature?
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    USCCA Magazine/Membership

    I am looking at joining the US Concealed Carry Assn. and wonder if their magazine and a membership are worth the money. I am sure some of you all out there are or have been members. What is the prevailing opinion on this organization and its newsletter/magazine? Is a membership added value or...
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    Ammo Recommendations for a "Snubby"

    I recently got a S&W 649 as my new carry gun. It is a sweet thing. Given the pistol's short barrel, I am trying to figure out what the factory ammunition options are. Most ammo is designed for 5+ inch barrels where there is time/space to burn all the powder and get max performance from the...
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    Looking for Recommendations

    I am looking for recomendations on options for tactical shooting instruction/training. My wife is a Navy reservist deploying to Afghanistan in 3 months. Her job will require she move around a lot in ground convoys. She has a basic understanding of firearms but needs a lot of work on tactical...
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    Instructions for a Breakdown Savage Model 99

    I got a well worn Model 99 rifle that is a "breakdown" type. It is filthy and needs to be disassembled and cleaned in detail. I am looking for a users manual or instructions (with Photos) on how to both take it down correctly and also disassemble it for a thorough cleanup. Can...
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    Model 49 Sholder Holster

    I am thinking about purchasing a shoulder holster for concealed carry of my S&W Model 49 for those times when a pocket (holster) carry won't work. Anyone have experience/recommendations/preferences on a shoulder holster that might work? Thanks.
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    Tumbler Recommendations

    Hi gang, I'm looking for experience/opinions on a tumbler to polish/clean brass. I'm comparing a liquid type (RCBS Sidewinder) vs. a vibrating dry media type. Anybody have experience / opinions on both types and their Pros & Cons? I've got 1,000 rds of 30-06 brass to clean, make shiney...
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