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    Home intrusion response

    Lets say there is a break in and you become aware of it with sufficient response time to prepare and arm yourself. What would be your action (please choose from the options listed)? A) fire warning shots first B) shoot to incapacitate C) shoot to kill i.e. open head shot and you take it How...
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    HK 91 scope and range finder

    Hi I want to put a scope on my HK 91. I have the option to buy a scope that has an inbuilt ranger finder and bullet drop compensators. I want to if its better to buy a telescope with inbuilt range finder or buy both items seperately? Which works better? And considering HK91 and .308 what power...
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    End of 9mm v 45 debate: 10mm perhaps?

    For me there is an end to 9mm v 45 debate. The debate ends, because I find that both of these rounds are equally good for self defense purpose. One can leave bigger wound channel, yet the other provides myriad of choices in type of ammo. The debate really can to a halt after comparing energy...
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    Your all time favorite 9mm

    List you all time favorite 9mm that you have shot the most and would trust it to take in to a possible hostile situation with you. Please list your experiences with it and how long have you had it. For me, its Glock19 1st gen. I have it since 1992, 18000+ rounds fired no jam, and most accurate...
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    Dangerous effective range

    What remains the dangerous effective range for: 7mm Rem Mag 30-06 308 300 win mag I mean range upto which these bullets retain lethal engery enough to kill. I want to know this because when we shoot from a mountain to mountain for fun it can become a problem.
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    Collection or just a couple

    Hello I want to know how TFL members think about their semi autos. You like to collection as many types/models you can or do you like to keep a few top notch realiable weapons? I ask this because lately I see many people having wide range of collection with a few top brands. Regards
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    8mm Remington Magnum

    Hello I have come across a VORE in 8mm Remington Magnum. I would like know how powerful is this cartridge compared to 7mm Mag, 9.3x62, 300 Win Mag and 30-06? I can see this it does not qualify the minimum for BIG FIVE in Africa. Is this a a cartridge worth keepin when you have 7mm Mag and 9.3?
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    Beretta Xterema 2

    I have been very impressed with what I heard of Xterema2. What are your opinions and experiences?
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    300 Win. Mag. vs. 308 Win.

    Which is better in upto 1000 yards of shooting? There is a lot of talk about 300 being the caliber, but I am not sure if I should ditch my 308s and buy 300 win mag. If just bigger is better than why 50 cal and be done with it until a new monster cal is introduced?
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    Night time: Do you keep one in the pipe?

    For some of us carrying conditions change depending on the circumstances. I would like know how many of you keep one in the pipe in your night stand gun? Regards
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    Automatic weapon

    In a HD situation would chose an automatic weapon or not? Assumption: cost and law are not factors to be considered. Setting is urban but not densily populated. Please discuss your reasoning.
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    How to check Makarov?

    TFL Experts I want to know what are ways to check of certain Makarov is any good. What are your techniques and advice?
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    Thoughts on G3A3 folding stock

    Hi I have just acquired a G3A3 with folding stock. It is a Saudi made under HK license. I think its the 7.62x51 that pushed me towards it. Say whatever one may, 7.62 is one heck of a round in automatic platform. What are your thoughts on G3? What sort of accessories I should look for to make...
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    2009 to buy list

    Which brands are on your to buy list in 2009? In your post is you could tell us the model detail it will be nice. Regards
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    9mm

    My friend has limited budget and he wants to decide between the three choices that he narrowed down to: Taurus PT 24/7 Pro Makarov Stoeger Couger All of these are going to cost him about the same money. He wants one that is most reliable of the three since it is going to be his only SD handgun.
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    9.3x62mm Rifle

    Dear TFL What can you tell me about 9.3x62 rifle? What are its capabilities and how this caliber is? I just bought a custom made one with German bolt and stock, Belgium barrel and American tigger, with 100 bullets for about 700 dollars. What do you think?
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    Who makes the best trigger?

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    Who makes the best trigger?

    Which gun manufacturer makes the best triggers on their handguns? I mean triggers that are smooth and crisp whether SA or DA. Kind of like Pythons when it comes to revolvers.
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    Thoughts on Taurus Raging Bull 44 Mag

    Exactly what the heading says. I am interested buying a 44 and Taurus RB seems to available at decent price. Any reviews on this particular model.
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    Python serial number information:

    My python has serial number T83***. When was made? Could not find info beyond 1985 on serial numbers. If someone has the information, I will appreciate it. It will benefit a lot of Python owners here. Thanks
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