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OP, I know that area of Dallas very well. I lived there for over 5 years. FWIW, nice work! You and your family walked away from a situation - unharmed and able to carry on - for the measly sum of $30. H*ll, you would have (and may did :eek:) spent 5X that on dinner alone in the West End...

I think you're on the right track with Ruger SR9 series. I recently bought a SR9 and it's been a blast to shoot. No problems of any sort and we put 500 rounds through it in one afternoon. I really like it and wouldn't hesitate to use it as my CCW. I hope this helps! Take care...

Check out the Springfield Armory 1911's. I have several of them and for me, they make one of the best 1911's out there (in their respective price points). I have a lot of 1911's, and my 2 favorites are both Springfields. I carried both as CCW for years (not at the same time; chronologically...

As others have said, I recommend trying a BHP or CZ-75. Find a local range that rents them and put them through the paces. I think you'll find both are outstanding pistols...and, arguably, two of the most natural pointers on the market, esp. (with all due respect) to the 229 platform...

Since 9mm is a standard NATO caliber it is plentiful in all sorts of configurations. It's interesting to note that once the Weapons Ban was lifted how fast the 9 regained traction. I carry a Sig P250 in 9mm, normally loaded with 124 rounds of some form or fashion. I feel as "safe" as I do...

I concur 100%. Go to a local Dojo or Martial Arts gym and ask to spar for just 3 minutes, just 3 minutes, and see how you do. Fighting is one of the most taxing experiences we can experience, and often a battle of attrition. IMHO, conditioning is just as important as the fighting style...

Great - and oft overlooked topic - that we all should know. I've been practicing pistol failures for some time now. What I've learned isn't earth-shattering, but to me it's important: you need to recognize what issue your firearm is having and if it's worth trying to clear and re-engage the...

I fought competitively for years, so I'm reasonably confident in my abilities. Of the 4 fights I've been in during my "adult" life (post 40), I've only ever used Aiki-Jitsu or Judo and have emerged the winner (if anyone ever wins a fight) each time. I've not thrown a punch or been punched...

Thank you for the replies: very much appreciated. I'll pass on the info to him and see what he wants to do. I ran several searches but was unable to locate a slide. I'm sure they're out there, but finding one may be a challenge. Thanks again for the assistance. Regards, DFW1911

All, A friend of mine inherited this pistol when his grandfather passed away. There is no slide: he's in the market for one but has no idea what he has. So he sent me 4 blurry photos of it. I cleaned them up the best I can and they are attached. Here's what we know: Italian...

I couldn't agree more. The guy crashing through the ceiling...I don't think I'll figure that one out anytime soon :confused:!!!

Very good post: thanks!

CWL makes a great point. I think that many folks are under the impression that a gladiator fought all the time and always to the death. The reality is that when they started gaining popularity, they'd fight, maybe, 3 or 4 times per year, and as CWL points out, not always to the death...

Thanks, all, for the responses and education. Looks like we have a winner with that explanation! This site actually sells them...don't know what I'd use one for unless I volunteered to enter the arena and battle it out! URL to a picture of a Quadrant...

All, I'm a Roman-history junkie and was recently doing some research when I came across this phrase regarding an injury to a gladiator: "From examining a knee injury, it was revealed the injury was inflicted by a quadrant, long thought to be a religious weapon; but it was also used in the...

Not since I was a kid. Ahhhh....the gold old days!

Two great choices; these two, IMHO, happen to be the most naturally pointing / ergonomically comfortable pistols I own. The good news is you can't go wrong with either one. However, see if you can find a range where you can test fire them both, put them through their paces, and see which one...

Usually one of the following: Glock 10mm, Delta Elite 10mm, Ruger GP-100, S&W 686, or a Colt Commander in .45. For evenings in camp I normally have either a Remington 870, a Winchester Model 94, an AK, Mini 14, or a Sig 556. On occasion I'll bring the Springfield SOCOM. So normally one...

All, Many thanks for the replies and information. Based on your input I think I'll pull the trigger on the purchase (couldn't resist "pull the trigger") :) I'll be sure to post a review after I take it out and see what it can do. Thanks again, DFW1911

Folks, I did a search and only turned up a thread from 2003, so it's a bit dated. I'm considering a Howa in .30-06 but have never owned one and am not really familiar with the brand or quality. Here's the rifle...