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I've carried my G27 almost daily for the last 3 years in 'The Answer' from Tucker Gunleather using the velcrow clips, and couldn't be happier. Even taking 7hr drives to see the inlaws, it stays perfectly comfortable.

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That's exactly how I felt putting the Crimson Trace 405 grips on my 38 special, but now would get rid of the gun before I got rid of the laser grips. They cost me $300 and the J frame snubbie was not much more.

I thought about putting a light on my Mossberg 500, but figure it will broadcast where I am at in the unfortunate event it comes off the rack in the middle of the night, overriding the benefit of target ID.

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If you're wantig to stay more budget, I highly recommend the light I personally carry, the Surefire G2 LED. You can get the from the gunshows for $45.

I only mentioned the L4 because I personally want one.

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I personally use Thunderwear for when I wear soft clothes ( jogging pants ) and SERPA for anything with a belt.

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Uhhmmm you could check out my site :rolleyes:
http://www.mountainhomeleather.com
I also do a snap on model which isn't on the site yet

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The serpa....do you have a problem consealing the firearm with this style of holster? Any close calls? Thanks

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In the last month I picked my first guns in over 25 years. AR-15, 16" barrel, A-4 lightweight build. And a Ruger 10/22 as I need something I can actually shoot while I search endlessly for .223 ammo at a decent price. :r

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Speaking of ammo at decent prices, where is a good source of bulk components? I mean, where does anybody have stock? "Out of Stock, Backorder OK?" Sheez!

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I'm 6'2" @ 300lbs. I can conceal an Abrahms tank. When used with belt securement, it does tend to stick out a little more laterally from the body than an IWB holster. I counter that by wearing a photographer's vest. There is no threat of printing with that. It's when I wear my rayon summer shirts that are just like silk I have to be very cognizant of printing. In many cases, I will go to the Thunderwear when that could be an issue.

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Go to walmart and get a mini maglite or any bright LED flashlight, strap it/duct tape it to the gun and be done with it for about $20. All you need is something to see with and you can easily flip a switch or push a button as you grab the gun to turn the light on, I don't know why they sell $300 flashlights to anyone besides members of SWAT.

Tube extention is great for the range definitely but in my house if I need more than 5 slugs I'd better call for backup. ;)

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I am considering buying a KelTec 9mm pistol to carry concealed.

http://www.keltecpistols.com/item/49..._10RD_BLU.aspx

Does anyone have any thoughts or experiences with this gun?

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T_QjEL0uUgo

Gotta love Ted. :)

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I have one and it sticks out a little. I don't care if someone sees my gun. Open carry is legal here as well. Even if you open carried, most people aren't looking for a gun anyway. :2 Your mileage may vary

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I had one and I didn't like it. I sold it to my brother. I had problems with it chambering a round. I sent it back to Kel-Tec where they did the "fluff and buff" treatment to it. It still didn't solve the problem.

I have a S&W 442 J-Frame revolver (same as the 642, just a different color) and I love it. Revolvers go bang pretty much every time.

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Yeah I got a S&W .38 cal 637 Airweight that I carry in a leg holster for that very reason (goin' bang everytime). I also have a Glock 27 I carry in a belt holster when I'm gonna somewhere a lil more "shady".

I just want a semi-auto that's a lil more compact than a Glock 27. Easier to pocket carry. The one I'm gonna buy is used, but it is from a buddy. It is the Kel Tec 9mm P11 model.

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Yeah, I had the P11. I would carefully inspect it before you buy it. Just make sure it can chamber rounds flawlessly. If that is fine, buy it :tu

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Thanks Dan :tu

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Bambam, trust me, DO NOT BUY A KEL TEC P11

I had one and they are notorious for needing lots of work before they are trustworthy.

They are indeed the lightest 9mm made and have a loyal following, but are notorious for misfeeds and failure to feeds and need to have the feedramp polished and lots of other gunsmithing done.

I put 300 rounds through mine and traded it in and wouldn't use another for much more than a paperweight and certainly wouldn't trust that thing with my life.

The single stack P3AT, I think it's called, is supposedly better, but when you pull the 9 pound painful trigger on a Kel Tec, it sounds like a Coke can opening. They trigger shoe helps a little, and the magazine extender lets you get more than 2 fingers on the grips, but the feedramp on Kel Tecs is famous for being horrible.

I gave mine lots of chances, dremelled the feedramp, polished it, and did the "fluff and buff" to the note, and still had at least one misfeed every 10 rounds, even with Federal rounds.

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BamBam what type of holster do you have for your 642? Thanks

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:tpd: Perfect:tu

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What's a good price for AK-47 and what is the preferred place of manufacture?

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Anyone know anything about this? Just got an email from a friend and not dure how real this is:

http://thomas.loc.gov/cgi-bin/query/z?c111:H.R.45.IH:

Sounds pretty bad if it passes.

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My ankle holster is a DeSantis and my belt holster is from this company called http://www.shado.com/

I really like Desantis and wish I would have went with them on the belt holster. The one I have from Shado has no retention screw so it makes me nervous. Nice lether holster and it holds it securely and all, I just like the security I feel with a retention screw. Was just trying to save a few bucks. :rolleyes:

If you ask me Desantis is the way to go. :tu

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This bill has been introduced into the house every year since the early 90's
It never gets any co-sponsors ( like it has none now ) and never even gets heard in commite ... lets hope it stays that way.

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"I don't like repeat offenders, I like dead offenders."

Ted rocks :tu

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While carrying my S&W J-frame 642 i constantly worry about the firearm falling out of my IWB holster. Does anyone else have this issue?

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Put a surefire G2 on it. That is what I have on mine. As far as ammo. I would suggest the Remington 00 Buck Low Recoil. I would put a side saddle on it asap or at least get one of those that slide on the stock to hold extra rounds.

Nice Springfield I have one that I carry almost everyday in the winter.

I also have a pair of Stainless 357 Vaqueros. They are great, and easy to slick up work on. Is it a new or old model?

Stay away far away. My little brother had one and it was a jamamatic. I wouldn't trust my life with it. I would suggest a 5 shot 38 Revolver.

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I carry mine in a Desantis Nemesis pocket holster. I have a Don Hume IWB holster for my 442, but I don't carry it IWB often, b/c it is so easy to slip in my pocket.

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If I remember right, the WASRs are made in the US and can be bought new. I may be mistaken as the AK isn't my field of expertise.

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Ted Nugent has done more to support the 2nd Amendment than most will ever know. I don't always agree 100% with his political platforms, but probably 98%. I used to frequent his web forum. He posts there frequently. He was even kicking around the idea of running for governor in Michigan, even though he's been living in Texas for a few years. He'd have my vote. Just about anyone would be better than the Canadian "beauty queen" we have now.

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I had a Desantis Nemesis also but recently switched to a Mika Holster which is perfect.

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Perfect advice there and what I should have done in the first place like my brother suggested, who is a cop.

A smith 642 snubbie is nearly as light as the Kel Tec anyway and has a way nice trigger, and I am not aware of a more carried ccw by people who can carry anything and want something light and reliable.
Again, I gave the Kel Tec every opportunity to come around but it never failed to keep on failing.

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I think Ted is too reserved, he needs to speak out more and say what is really on his mind.

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Here is my Cimarron 1866 38spl. It has been slicked up, and a short stroke kit put in it. It is smoth as silk, and faster than me. It lookes no where near that good now with all the black powder shot out of it.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v2...or897/1866.jpg

I will have to get some pics of my original Winchester 1897 take down shotgun blowing some black powder smoke.

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Very nice! :tu

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I was notified today by one of my groomsmen that my wedding gift was a little earlier than expected. Due to the gun rush, he bought it when he saw it and had to ruin the surprise, because he needed me to go do the background check.

So..... I found out what's coming. It's small, it's black and it makes a lot of noise. :r

I'll post pics next week when it arrives in the shop. I'm a little anxious. :dr

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wow that is a killer gift!

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Although I prefer my noise makers a bit longer!!! its sounds like you picked the right guy to be in the wedding :tu

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Let's hope not. ;) :r

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Very nice! :tu

My guess is that it will be a S&W 442 J-Frame ;)

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Nice! Can't go wrong with one of those.

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Not quite :)

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So where do I pick up one of these?

http://http://www.youtube.com/watch?...eature=related

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Linky no worky :bh

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Try it now.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hhstuvzMiB0

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I'm doing some shopping now and need something a tich smaller (for "standard" reasons) than the G17, anyone have a PPS or XD40 or 45 compact? PM if you prefer.

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I tried the Kimber 1911 45 with the 4" barrel last week and it was nice and conceilable.

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and about another $400. ;)
Kimbers are nice, I like to look at them, my wallet cringes.

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Mine cringes too but I think that I may have to suck it up eventualy and get one.

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A Kimber Tac Pro II is in my near future.