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Hi, all. I didn't find good answers to my questions about grips for a SW 629, so thought I'd share my experience, hoping it'll help someone else. Bought a new SW 629, 6" barrel, about a month ago. Love the gun. But the factory rubber grips don't fit my hand so well. They're OK...but a bit...

Hi, all. Two weeks ago, I had major reconstructive surgery on my dominant (right) shoulder--three badly torn tendons and extensive cartilage damage. I will be in a sling for another 4 weeks minimum, followed by several months of gradual, gentle rehab. The doc thinks it may be 6-12 months...

Hi, all. I have never used new, unfired brass before, but I am planning to reload some new, unfired Remington brass, caliber .25-06, which my dad bought back in the 70s and stuck under his reloading bench. Do you recommend sizing, trimming, or any other steps, or is this brass ready for...

I have an old Browning Auto 5, made in about 1960, and am thinking of using it for a local 3-gun match, just to see if I like this game. First question is about magazine capacity: People seem to speak highly of the Nordic Components magazine extension, and I’m considering buying one, but I'm...

Hi, all. Was wondering if you have any recommendations on dummy rounds to use for shotgun reloading practice (as in 3-gun). I am looking mainly at these two: http://www.brownells.com/.aspx/pid=31872/psize=96/Product/SHOTGUN-DUMMIES...

I'm thinking of dabbling in 3-gun, but am hesitant to lay out a lot of money for a specialized shotgun until I've done a few matches and know whether I'm going to stick with it. As an initial step, I'm thinking about getting a magazine extension for my Browning A-5 (made in the 1950s). I'm...

Hi, all. Recently got through trimming some .308 brass, and 10-12 cases came out just a bit too short: 1.980 instead of 2.005. Manuals I have here stress the problems of cases that are too long, but none seem to address cases that are too short. Would these cases be a concern for accuracy or...

Hi, all. I have a Dillon 550 and have loaded 1000's of rounds through it, generally finding it to be very accurate/consistent with the powder charges the powder measure throws. Typically, when I check random charges, I find them varying by no more than .1 grain. But recently I am trying...

Hi, guys. Years ago, my dad laid in a stockpile of 180gr Speer HotCor bullets. I'd like to reload them and use them as cheap practice fodder for my .308 FNAR. Does anyone know of a reason why that wouldn't be a good idea? I talked to a Speer rep who suggested they might not feed reliably in...

I am having some issues with a Cannon safe that is just over a year old. The electronic lock won't open on the first try, often not on the second. I've called Customer Service several times, and they keep telling me to change the battery, adjust the battery contact tabs, etc., but none of this...

Hi, all. Have a FN .308, would appreciate any input you have on a single scope that would work both for hunting and HD. I would like to be able to take hunting shots out to 250-300 yards, but also engage targets close up if I take a rifle class one day. I am familiar with 3-9x "typical"...

Hi, all. I'm interested in a reasonably priced (under $200) scope for hunting with a .25-06. My max range would be about 300 yards. I'm thinking about the Bushnell Trophy (3-9x40)and would like to know if anyone has any experience with this scope or others in the Trophy line. Someone...

Hi, all. Have a pre-64 Win model 70 in 25-06. Would like to get an aftermarket stock so my 9-yr-old son can hunt with it without worrying about buggering up the original stock. Was thinking about getting a basic Ramline stock and cutting off 2-4 inches so it'll fit my son. Is there any...

Hey, all. Have a FN .308 semi (FNAR). Would very much appreciate any recommendations on slings. I plan to use it mainly for hunting. Thanks, frayluisfan

Hi, guys. I've been around hunting (birds and big game) all my life, and have done a bit of IPSC, but have never been around ARs. I've been reading a lot about them, but I've never shot one, so I have a pile of questions, and no one really to ask. Was hoping y'all could help out a bit...

I have hunted and plinked all my life, but have never been around the SKS/AR/etc. breed of rifles. I've been reading about them, though, and I'm wondering lately if the standard fowling piece may not be the best long arm for typical home defense. I live in suburbia, typical 1/3 - 1/4 acre lots...

Hi, All. Am considering mounting a scope on a 7.5" Redhawk (.44 mag) for hunting deer. The one I have does not have the factory rings, doesn't have the little indentation thingies in the barrel for rings, like some newer models from Ruger have. Wondering if anyone has experience/feedback on...

Hey, all. Am thinking about visiting FL, and had a coupla quick queries about FL carry. 1. In terms of areas that are off limits, what the heck is a "place of nuisance?" Have read the FL statute and can't make heads nor tails of this one. 2. Looks to me like amusements parks are not...

Dear All, I'm pretty new to the area of "nice" knives, and have decided on getting a new Spyderco Delica 4. The problem is that no one in my area seems to have 'em. Do y'all have any experience with online knife dealers? What ones have you had good experience with? Are there any to avoid...

Dear All, Am thinking about a vacation in Roanoke for hiking, etc. Would *really* appreciate any advice you can give me on the following points. 1. I understand that open carry is OK in VA, and is the only option when it comes to places that serve alcohol. Do I have that straight? And...