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    5.56 reliability: Mini 14, AR-15 vs. 'HK' C-93.

    There's a couple things that need to be considered though. #1 The point of diminishing returns, if it is unlikely either weapon will fail in the conditions then more reliable in a specific situation doesn't necessarily translate to better. #2 How proven is the rest of the system and how...
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    5.56 reliability: Mini 14, AR-15 vs. 'HK' C-93.

    In 5.56 I'd prefer them to have a top tier AR-15 with 75 grain ammunition. I've seen reports from many respected instructors that Mini 14s do not stand up to intense training courses or courses of fire.
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    Speer NOT for Law Enforcement 9mm ammo

    It isn't unsafe but the label means that it's not up to the usual standard for law enforcement / personal defense and Speer doesn't want to be sued if it doesn't work. It's fine for practice and having extra ammo on hand but I'd skip it for daily carry ammo.
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    What factory/custom round(s) does your sps tactical .308 like?

    Hornady's SST is a good choice for one bullet to both target shoot and hunt with. They are accurate and designed to perform well on game. If you want to use one bullet for both I'd suggest selecting a capable hunting bullet with good accuracy as well, not the other way around. If you get...
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    We Were AR Bashers Once, And Young

    Nice rifle, there are several good .308 AR options now. I owned a LR-308 and want LMT's .308 offering badly. The nice thing about AR type rifles is how adaptable they are. Quality AR-15 rifles are very reliable, the problem is the commercial manufacturers turn out a lot of cheap and...
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    Crossbow for HD?

    People hunt deer with them, they can be effective on people. Crossbows got more popular in Australia after they surrendered their firearms. A handgun would be a better choice in part because of capacity.
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    Medium to large game caliber for anything up to moose?

    My family and many others in Alaska have killed a lot of moose with .308 and 30-06. That said I think 7mm-08 is a bit small for moose. Honestly I'd give 30-06 another try, sounds like the rifle, not the caliber. Since you are planning on a .308 anyway I'd also seriously look at it. Being...
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    What's the diff btwn Full-A and Semi-A??

    Yes, other than the BCG the lower is where the FA stuff is at. A lot of chrome lined barrels are surprisingly accurate, and in full auto fire 1 MOA vs 3/4 MOA isn't going to be significant especially when you consider most fighting happens at less than 300 yards. Once you get past the...
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    What is the most expensive POS you ever bought?

    Haven't bought any POS firearms, inherited a POS imported SG though.
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    is that xd grip safety really necessary?

    I believe it was clothing that entered the holster. I agree a lot of NDs with Glocks are due to bad trigger finger control. Not jamming the firearm in the holster can help too, most the time there is plenty of time to re-holster. I've never understood people who buy a Glock and then put...
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    is that xd grip safety really necessary?

    I've read reviews of a few accidental self inflicted GSW that were the result of exactly that so it does happen. The ones that I read about were both highly trained people that holstered too fast with a holster obstruction, wound up with a nice laceration down the leg. One can argue that it...
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    is that xd grip safety really necessary?

    It is intended to be a feature but that doesn't mean it can't occasionally cause problems. The interesting thing is the majority of the holster NDs are from people that know better. I also prefer no manual safety, but prefer a DA/SA, the grip safety is just another way to potentially make...
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    is that xd grip safety really necessary?

    It has been seen the most with Glocks, but most firearms without manual safeties are vulnerable to it. DA and DA/SA handguns have the advantage of having a much heavier initial pull so it is less likely.
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    is that xd grip safety really necessary?

    I've seen one person have a problem and he insisted on using a revolver grip on semi autos, grasped too far down the grip to disengage the grip safety. Shirt or other clothing getting inside the holster combined with a rapid re-holster has caused NDs with glocks.
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    is that xd grip safety really necessary?

    It's actually easy and you do maintain a good grip. I do it with my Sig P229, gives me the ability to feel if the hammer is moving back while holstering. I've seen quite a few people report using the same technique. The same technique on the XD allows you to release the grip safety.
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    is that xd grip safety really necessary?

    I've had two XDs and haven't had a problem with the grip safety. I think it can make sense in a DAO, I'd have a problem with it on a DA / SA. The grip safety also makes the firearm a lot more drop safe. Even though they know it is a bad idea it is instinct for most people to try to catch a...
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    What's the diff btwn Full-A and Semi-A??

    Interesting I heard the community was still split, some firmly believing his research was not authentic and many others believing it was. Other countries also observed low firing rates or intentional misses in wars prior to and following WWII.
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    Anyone spend most of their life in Condition Orange?

    It doesn't have to be stressful, neither condition orange or condition red scare me. I choose to live in mostly condition yellow-orange because I want to, not out of fear. At this point it is automatic and comfortable. I accept that someday I may be put in a lethal defensive situation. I'll...
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    Anyone spend most of their life in Condition Orange?

    If I'm awake I'm usually in yellow but it isn't disturbing to me. I shift between yellow and orange frequently. I've experienced quite a few interesting situations and am a very relaxed, easy going but alert and prepared person.
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    Ruger 10/22 for HD?

    As others have said it can work, the likelihood of it working is not as high as more capable calibers. Plan on needing multiple hits and some time, the problem in a self defense situation is you can't be guaranteed of having time or getting multiple hits.
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