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It was another late night at work (hitting 10 pm last Monday), when I got a call from my SO: The dog was going nuts! Barking at the front door, then running to the back door barking like crazy. In full territorial mode, and she was getting scared. Told her to pull the Mak from its hidden...

Finally made the jump: Read a ton of reviews and a lot of net research: Bought my carbine of choice: Beretta CX4 storm in 9mm. Also took advantage of Beretta's accessories special: $100 in free storm stuff if you buy before the end of the month. Jumped over to VA Arms and picked up my...

Grizzly Kills 2 Alaska Campers ANCHORAGE, Alaska, June 27, 2005 (AP) Two people camping along the Hulahula River in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge were killed by a grizzly bear, officials said. Officials discovered the bodies and an unused firearm in a tent Saturday at a campsite near...

There was much interest on the effectiveness of the 9mm during some threads here on TFL - re: 1986 FBI Miami shootout. There is a movie on cable this week (On my network - its Sunday on Court TV I believe.) So lets catch it, and talk about it Monday! :D Hoping its accurate and not...

Gentlemen, I went through a 3 gun course a couple of weeks ago, and after firing my 500 mossberg about 68 times, my shoulder turned black and blue from the recoil. Its a base pump gun with no modifications (not even a recoil pad). What can you recommend to reduce recoil on this puppy...

Gentlemen, Need your help: Got an Olympic arms AR15 flattop - 16 inch floating bull barrel. Found a place with good sights (rear) at the right price, but now need some front sights at a decent cost. Can anyone recommend a good URL or dealer for this? :D

Folks - wondering what the warranty of firearms manufacturers are offering: I have done some research and would like to know, it will help make the decision on my next firearms purchase: Smith & Wesson - Lifetime warranty Beretta - 1 year + 2 years (if you fill out warranty card) Walther - 1...

OK. Lets get this survey right: If you could only have ONE caliber to use for CC, HD, Target / Plinking / Misc use, which one would it be, and why? :D Optional: throw in your favorite handgun as well. :p

Need your help Guru's: I have a .40 P99 military. Need some hicap magazines: Good quality. Low price - can you tell me where to look:

For the Makarovnik's out there: Any suggestions on where I can pick up a paddle holster or a good IWB holster for my Mak? I am not a fan of that safety and slide digging into my side. Any suggestions? Summer is here and I might switch exclusively to the Mak for the duration of the summer. :D

It looks good in the movies...... Was wondering if there was anyone out there in the real world who practices Cowboy / 2 gun shooting? If so, can you explain how to get proficient in this sport? (I understand there are competitions out there for this as well?) Do you actually hit something...

Anybody ever had a situation where they ALMOST had to clear leather? Such an event occurred yesterday. Glad it was a non-event. Driving home from a long day at work, and it being a cool night - I decided to roll down my windows and enjoy the evening....it was around 8:30 pm. Part of the road...

Already got an AR, and my big caliber rifle: G3 clone CETME. Now looking to get a "fun" carbine / plinker. I was dead set on getting the Beretta Storm in 9mm, BUT Calico LWS is back in business, and ever since I can remember - their very cool carbines have always been close to my heart. So...

Although I've only had to call a couple of manufacturer's about firearm issues that needed repair - I thought I would share those experiences as well as my friend's experiences with you: (So please share your horror and glamour stories as well in this topic:) Smith and Wesson: 5 stars - great...

I have been thinking about this situation ever since reading the various articles of folks being attacked at the mall etc. Background: You are not a retired LEO, FBI agent or connected to any other paramilitary unit. But you are NRA, USPSA and an avid civilian shooter with a CC permit. IF...

As a deterrent to terrorism worldwide - Special French units are being deployed to train stations and airports in 3 man teams: 2 men carrying UZI's and one man carrying a 9mm handgun. As fearsome as this unit looks to be from an onlooker's perspective - the UZI's are UNLOADED. The pistol...

To all you legal eagles out there: There is a law in the county - no firearms discharge. I understand this for safety purposes. (I live in Northern Virginia) The Q is - Is an Airgun / Pelletgun considered a firearm? Thanks in advance....

http://news.yahoo.com/news?tmpl=story&u=/ap/20050511/ap_on_re_us/ranch_killings For full story see above - Abreviated story below: GARNER VALLEY, Calif. - Investigators have not determined a motive in the slaying of six people — including three children_ found dead in a sprawling ranch home...

Need your help gentlemen! I have a PC3 AR15 from Olympic Arms. It has a floating bull barrel with a circular aluminum handgun in the front. Issue: Heat transfer from firing too many rounds is making the rifle too hot to hold - I just came from a 3 gun shoot, and fired 110 rounds in 5...

Took that leap of faith. Last weekend....Saturday: SO informed me it was our 4th year anniversary - so being the typical male idiot, I forgot. Made quick plans to go out to dinner to a nice restaurant. Main issue: Here in VA, CC in bars / restaurants that have a license to server alcohol on...