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Bought a couple of Palmetto State Armory Dagger slides and frames recently. So far, so good. But wondering what Glock parts compatibility there actually is, if I wanted a fancier slide or barrel or a better trigger group like a Timney. PSA’s site speaks of “wide compatibility “ with aftermarket...

Thinking of switching to my Ruger LCR while backpacking. So a couple of questions: 1. Is .38 special enough caliber to stop a mountain lion attack? 2. If so, what load is recommended? Thanks for all relevant info.

Still backpacking, but the years are wearing and I’m thinking of trying to save some weight by switching to a small 9mm like my P365, instead of the bulkier and heavier .40s and .45s I’ve carried before. So questions I would appreciate the knowledgeable here providing info on: 1. Is 9mm an...

What defense/ JHP ammo do people use in their LCPs? Any recommendations? I just got some Norma 85 grain MHP at a great price but didn’t look at the specs first. Concerned that it may be too hot, at 303 ft/lbs and 1285 fps. Anyone shoot this ammo, particularly in their LCP or other.380 pistol...

Bass Pro Shop has Beretta APX pistols for $329– 200 dollars off. That’s quite a discount. Understanding that not everyone likes their looks, is anyone aware of any negative information that would make them this cheap? That’s Budget territory for a presumably higher quality pistol.

Cabela’s has a $100 off sale on in-stock Kimbers. Some of the base ones look nice, but they have very nice-looking fancier models for about $500 more. Roughly $700 v. @$1200. $1200 is Dan Wesson Heritage territory. So two questions: 1. Are the $1200 dollar Kimbers that much better than the...

Hello, I have a buddy who just bought his first AR, a Bushmaster Carbon-15. Trouble is, he is 6 foot 9, and needs a stock with a long length of pull. Would appreciate any suggestions.

I have a Smith M & P subcompact in .40 that is a nice little gun, but kicks a bit when firing defense loads. It’s fine with Winchester White Box but that’s an older design. I had thought Hornady Critical Defense would be good, but it seems to kick with some sharpness and muzzle flip. Nothing...

Are SIG’s 1911 models good? Have they had problems? Interesting looks, but I recall my old gunsmith referring to quality problems when they first came out. How have they been lately? Thanks

I have been interested for some time in a Charter Arms .44 Special Bulldog and its variants (the On Duty for one). Interested in the 2-3 inch barrel versions as a possible carry gun for hiking, thinking that fat round could be a good Cougar stopper if needed. Interested in any thoughts from...

So far at least. Saw the ads for these, the main difference is a metal custom trigger, higher profile sights, and steel guide rod. $350 plus tax at the Crossroads Show in Glendale last weekend. Only 50 rounds down range on its first test tonight, no malfs. But boy is the trigger fantastic...

Hello, I am interested in the Ruger SR45, but was surprised to read the American Rifleman review saying it had "very strong recoil." Is this true? The writer indicated this was true with +P loads. I would appreciate info from owners and others who have extensively shot the SR 45 as to how...

Hello all, I have a SIG P238HD which is excellent if a mite heavy. I have thought about adding a lighter, regular P238, but also about a Mustang Pocketlite or Colt's new polymer Mustang. The question is, can I use my P238 mags in a Mustang? Are they similar enough? Thanks!

I get my info from a number of web sites, both left and right, and the ones on the left like Salon and Slate are really getting my blood boiling with their anti-gun articles these days, trying to drum up support for the Feinstein ban, etc. One thing I have noticed is their continual citing of...

Bought an LCR in .38 earlier this year, 'cause everyone on line said how great it was to shoot, much better than the Airweights I have owned that always stung my hand badly. Very disappointed to find out that some folks don't know what they are talking about. Guess I should have known. The...

Happy with the reliability of my LCP but would like a little more shooting comfort sometimes. My Bodyguard 380 from 2011 was problematic, but I keep reading that they are better now. Is this true? If so, what were the fixes? And is there a serial number range or starting number for the...

Hello all, Just got a Ruger LCR last week and was disappointed that reports I read, about it being easier to shoot than an Airweight, were not true. Both the LCR and my 642 kick hard enough that 50 rounds is about the limit for practice, for me anyway. Was wondering what folks used as defense...

I have bought and sold a number of Mosins over the years, and made the mistake recently of giving away my "working" stripper clips in one of these transactions. The ones that worked had the straight sides, no pincers at the ends. Not terrific at holding cartridges, but much easier to feed...

Hello, I have owned a 9mm SIG P 250 compact for a couple of months now, and discovered that mine has an odd problem. It has functioned perfectly with several different loads of regular 9mm, various bullet shapes and weights. But it has malfunctioned badly with Cor-Bon 115 gr. JHP + P, and has...

I have for some time thought about getting a .308/7.62 NATO rifle but have been scared at the high price of the ammo. (Reloading is not an option--no room). Lately I have noticed some much more affordable Russian .308 around, either Wolf, Brown Bear or other brands. Steel case, naturally. Is...