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  1. Zippy_the_slug

    Defense ammo vs target ammo for handguns

    IMO it depends on what you are shooting. If I'm using 9mm Makarov for defense I would stick with ball ammo. There are JHP rounds available but I would have concerns about lack of penetration with that round.
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    Scotus passes on gun cases again.

    Rodriguez v. City of San Jose has been distributed for conference on 9/29/2020. It will get a chance for a grant when the court is back in session next term. Perhaps after a summer break a certain unnamed justice will decide it is time to rule on a Second Amendment case of marginal substance...
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    Rhode Island passes ban on "ghost guns"...

    This doesn't come as a surprise and I would expect to see more of this sort of legislation elsewhere. Did a little research and found where California changed its laws regarding "ghost guns" and manufacturers such as "80% Arms" offers a service where you can mail in your completed AR lower and...
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    Show off your Makarov !

    Yep the CZ82 is hard to beat. It's c&r but a modern pistol. It's very comfortable in hand, accurate, and durable. The prices have trended up a bit but it's still an affordable option.
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    My first gun

    That's a great choice. I have one from the mid 80s with a birch stock. It was my 2nd gun. Fun and cheap to shoot. Enjoy!
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    Scotus passes on gun cases again.

    For those that like to read about this sort of thing here is another take on why those 10 petitions were denied cert. It's all speculation as usual.
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    Scotus passes on gun cases again.

    That's why it may be a more palatable choice for some of the justices.
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    Scotus passes on gun cases again.

    Some updates on Rodriguez v San Jose. The City of San Jose this week submitted its opposition to grant of cert and the docket has been updated. The last conference day of the current term is next Thursday, June 25. If the petition is relisted for next week's conference there is a possibility...
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    MidwayUSA shipping time.

    Ordered from Midway 6/16 and package shipped immediately. Scheduled to be here 6/19 via UPS. Quick shipping as long as UPS comes through. We'll see tomorrow.
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    Have you purchased anything gun related in the last three days?

    Streamlight TLR-1 weapon light and a Vaultek pistol safe.:thumbup:
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    Scotus passes on gun cases again.

    There is one case hanging around, Rodriguez v. City of San Jose, involving a firearm seizure that wasn't in the list circulating on this thread. This one hasn't been around for very long and is rather low profile. Anyone want to venture a guess...
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    Scotus passes on gun cases again.

    If you read my post earlier in this thread (from two weeks ago) I mentioned that the split concerning a justifiable need or reason to issue a permit to carry a gun outside the home would have the best chance at triggering a grant. However, it did not and I suspect it is going to take another...
  13. Zippy_the_slug

    Scotus passes on gun cases again.

    The Court has definitely been reluctant to take up gun cases. They also sidestepped cases involving police protections (qualified immunity). If four justices don't agree to hear a case, cert is denied. Sometimes it is hard to know why the Court grants or denies but often times the Supreme...
  14. Zippy_the_slug

    Scotus passes on gun cases again.

    It appears that cert has been denied on all Second Amendment cases listed in this thread. Link to today's order list here: https://www.supremecourt.gov/orders/courtorders/061520zor_f2bh.pdf
  15. Zippy_the_slug

    Romanian 8mm in Hakim?

    It is here if you're interested: https://www.sargesmilitaryvault.com/product/8mm-mauser-boxed/ I bought ammo here before. It's legit.
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    Romanian 8mm in Hakim?

    I have found some information on other boards that would indicate the more recent production 8mm out of Romania can be problematic in both bolt and semi-auto rifles. Most seem to say the 70's production Romanian in the spam cans is good. I'm guessing the positive experiences reported here are...
  17. Zippy_the_slug

    Marine Corps to replace all pistols with the SIG M17

    I knew a marine who was involved in the hill 861 activity and he told me the stories about the failures of the newly issued M16s. Regrettably he is no longer with us.
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    Romanian 8mm in Hakim?

    Does anyone have experience with a Hakim and the steel cased Romanian 8mm Mauser that is available? 170 gr bullet, berdan primed, mfg in 2013, green primer/bullet sealant, and non-corrosive. I've searched the forums and haven't found a ton of info. Thanks.
  19. Zippy_the_slug

    How much does "impulse buying" factor in to your firearms purchases?

    It doesn't. I spend quite bit of time researching what it is I'm after and I have a set price in mind. I admit I'll get a bug for something in particular and I will eventually get it but not on impulse. I've been like that my entire life. Yeah, I know I'm no fun!
  20. Zippy_the_slug

    Most accurate military rifle, bolt and auto

    Bolt: Finnish M39 Semi-auto: M1A
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