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I have an SP101 I bought a couple of years ago without an internal lock. Do current production DA Rugers also not have a lock? I think this is the case since on the website under the .45 semi-auto P345, they explicity state that there is a lock. Can someone please confirm? My...

Just curious what people would choose if they were put into a LEO role and required to choose a revolver as their primary duty/service sidearm. For the sake of this thread, the revolver can be something that is currently in production, a model that was produced in the past, or a model that...

I bought an AR15 last year when "the ban" ended, but a year later, I still haven't found time to get to a rifle range. In any case, I'd like to make it a point to start practicing with it soon. I noticed the rear sight on my AR15 is slightly askew. Is this normal?

I'd like to get either a Glock 17 or 19 next (1st Glock). I'm trying to decide between the two. When I'm able to, it will be for CCW. I can comfortably conceal a Sig P228. Most people seem to compare the P228 to the G19. However, taking a look at the dimensions, the P228 seems to be...

These might seem like silly questions, but I'm relatively new to semi-autos. So, I have a Sig 228 that's been 100% reliable since I got it. Since I can't carry in my state, it's solely been a range gun. I clean and oil after every range trip. No problems. However, let's say eventually...

Attempting to figure out which pistols meet these criteria: 1) 9mm 2) double-stack mags 3) ~4" or greater barrel length 4) all steel construction (carbon or stainless) 5) currently in production Partial list: 1) Sig ST models (226/229) 2) Beretta 92 STEEL I 3) 9mm 1911s 4) CZ pistols...

How important is it to keep receipts of firearm purchases? I ask because I just realized I have one or two firearms that never came with an actual receipt when they were shipped to my FFL. All of my firearms are bought directly from local FFLs or through an FFL transfer. None of them have...

Which would you choose for a primary civilian CCW? I would feel equally confident with either, but I thought it would be fun to see what everyone else thought. They are both roughly the same size (L-frame snubs), but on the one hand you get 7 rounds of .357 Mag/.38 Spl, and on the other hand...

So far, my favorite IWB holster is the Milt Sparks Versa Max 2. I can effectively conceal a 5" 1911 in comfort for extended periods. I have several of them for various firearms. However, I would like to see what else is on the market. I'm looking for a holster for a S&W Model 64 with 2"...

Please help me choose a 9mm pistol. These are some of the limiting characteristics to help narrow down the list of possibilities: Reliability - I'm primarily accustomed to revolvers. I'm looking for a gun that has a reputation for being extremely reliable in the 9mm semi-auto world. I want...

Just wondering if there is any secret in removing staked grip bushings. My primary goal is to not damage the threads on the frame. Keeping the original bushings is secondary, but would be nice. This is for a Colt series-70 repro. Thanks!

Although I can't CCW in my current state, I'll be moving relatively soon and have always thought about choosing either a Government or Commander-sized 1911-patterned pistol for CCW. I recently almost bought a Combat Commander for this purpose. However, seeing how the grip between the Govt and...

I don't have a Glock in my collection. I want to add one. I'm pretty sure I want the G19. I mostly shoot S&W revolvers in double-action mode. I don't have a trigger pull weight scale, but it is my understanding in DA mode, the trigger pull is often around 12-14 pounds for an untuned revolver...

I remember seeing pics at one point of Barami Hip Grip knock-offs that were made of wood. Anybody have a source for these?

Basically, I've never seen both guns side-by-side for comparison. I'm debating between a .357 M60 on the J-Magnum frame (5 round capacity) versus a .38 M64 on the K-frame (6 round capacity). The M60 has a 2-1/8" barrel length, the M64 has a 2" barrel length. The J-frame is 22.5 oz, the...

Bought my first S&W K-frame last night. It's an M19-3 w/ 2½" barrel. It dates to 1975 and has a yellow front ramp insert. Does anybody know if this was a standard option back then? It's my 2nd six-shooter. The only other revolver I own that holds 6 rounds is my .32 H&R Mag snubby...

How do you guys prep your older guns before you shoot them for the first time? I'm talking about when you buy a LNIB revolver that has probably been sitting somewhere for years (or decades). I just bought a LNIB M19 (dates around 1975), but don't know if I should just do a regular cleaning, or...

I'm thinking of moving in the near future, and currently the top 2 city choices the SO likes is Seattle or Philly. Which one of these places is more gun friendly? I know both are in "shall issue" states, but overall which of these 2 are friendlier for gun-loving folks, and would stay that way...

What are some of the popular/proven/innovative methods that people have been able to conceal the 3" S&W K-frames? In particular, I'm talking about the M13/65s. Anything that would offer relatively deep concealment with jeans and t-shirt with no covering garment? I tend to favor something...

Just curious if any of you have a favored practice ammo with the same point of impact as the 158 gr. LSWCHP +P? Currently I've just been practicing with the round itself, but I imagine there's a cheaper alternative! TIA.