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Particularly 55 grain FMJ-BT by PMC and American Eagle out of a 16" barrel? Would these count as "acceptable" rounds for defensive purposes?

I wasn't expecting much but I love F/A 18's and movies about our US Military in general. Although, it may not be a masterpiece of realism or accuracy its a good action flick that'll keep your attention from beginning to end. Since it takes place in Bosnia/Herzogovina the Serbs (Bad Guys) are...

I don't know his personal views about The Right to Bear Arms but his music belied a wonderful soul. I was too young to experience Beatlemania and their subsequent incarnations as the Beatles. But at age 7 I heard my first Beatles album Yellow Submarine, and my love for their music began. Of...

If you are or have been a licensed firearm instructor (LEO/Civilian) what is your favorite sidearm based on your experience? *If you'd like, some GENERAL background on your teaching past would give some context. Thanks All.

I know Ruger makes a Carbine in 9mm and .40 that accepts their P series magazines. And also about the kit for the Desert Eagle pistols that converts it to a carbine. But how about a formal carbine with a 10+ capacity in those powerful auto/revolver cartridges? 10mm? .44 Mag? .454 Casull? .50...

From fancy ones the size of a walk in refrigerator to a shoe-box size Gun Vault; has any criminal successfully walked away with any of your prize possessions? Were they able to defeat the lock or did they swipe the whole thing? And how did they do it? I would appreciate any stories you could...

This question is for all you 1911 fans out there. How many of you would be comfortable with a bare bones unmodified uncustomized 1911 be it a Colt 1991 or Kimber, Springfield equivalent for self-defense (ie hollowpoints/combat accuracy). And how many actually do? *Minor changes like grips...

to get the kind of performance the .45 ACP is known for? The Glock 21 (4.6"), HK USP (4.4"), and the Sig P220 (4.5") may be considered full size guns but the barrel is @ length of a Colt Combat Commander. Most tests seem to be based on guns with 5" barrels (full size 1911s)...

Anyone watching this on NBC? Look at these incredible guerilla fighters fighting off those fascists.! Shows what can happen when a bunch of untrained civilians; factory workers, teachers, doctors et al have their backs against the wall. And what can happen when they're armed! Too bad it...

Quality 1911's, the HK USP, and the Sig Sauer P220 are all great .45s. But I just picked up what is quickly becoming my all time favorite handgun. The G21 is easily the most controllable gentle shooting .45 caliber pistol I've ever shot. The grip is rather thick but even with my small hands...

I've recently started watching The O'Reilly Factor (about a year) and I really like the way he confronts a lot of the issues esp. these days concerning this War, terrorist threats, and our charity money. How many of you out there, like me, is glad to see this guy on the tube? Whether you like...

Which designs are innately the best for shooting CONTROLLED double or triple taps? Some would argue that is the most important reason for choice of sidearm. By default they would be 9mm due to lower muzzle flip and felt recoil. (Guess I'm out of luck since I only shoot .40 and .45 these days)...

Which combat handgun designs are innately the best for controlled double or triple taps? Some would cite it being the main reason for their choice of sidearm. By default they would be 9mm due to their lower recoil and muzzle flip. (If you can double tap a 10mm as well as a 9mm, more power to...

Most of us have shot or owned various handguns throughout our life. In order, which ones pleased you (whatever that means) the most? Rules: 1. Limit 10 choices (I know its tough but it forces us to separate wheat from chaff) 2. Must be in Order 3. Must have owned or at least shot a mag or...

Which do you prefer seeing on the Silver Screen? Doc Holliday (Tombstone) or John McClane (Die Hard)? Ethan Edwards (The Searchers) or Eliot Ness (The Untouchables)? Josey Wales or Dirty Harry?

I recently joined SASS and need advice about equipment selection. 1. Should the barrel lengths of the revolvers be the same or does it not matter? I'm a new to shooting revolvers and I'm planning on getting one with 4 5/8" and one with 5 1/2". Is there a barrel length ideal for beginners? 2...

The potential shift in the Senate? Do you think Pres. Bush really screwed up in handling the Senator? How bleak do you think its become for this Administration and the Republican party in general? Political pundits say it'll be difficult to find any potential Democrat defectors. Is the...

The potential shift in the Senate? Do you think Pres. Bush really screwed up in handling the Senator? How bleak do you think its become for this Administration and the Republican party in general? Political pundits say it'll be difficult to find any potential Democrat defectors. Is the...

I've been thinking of getting a .357 Sig barrel for my P229 (cheaper than buying a .357 Mag revolver for plinking). Is the typical 125 grain round harsher on the P229 or similar gun than a 135, 155, 165, or 180 grain .40 load? Simply, which round is easier on the gun? Also, is transitioning...

Which ones are GENERALLY well regarded by TFL members in general. You may not own one but intrinsically "trust" to be a good pistol by reputation or otherwise. A pistol you would put on the cover of your book, "Great Handguns". A pistol that doesn't often illicit nasty remarks by other...