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I always carry in Condition 1, but I know some people are afraid of this for some reason?? What condition do you carry in?? Condition 0 - A round is in the chamber, hammer is cocked, and the safety is off. Condition 1 - Also known as "cocked and locked," means a round is in the chamber, the...

I just got a Comp-Tac MTAC holster for my commander 1911 bobtail. It like the only place where is actually fits comfortably is at about 6 o'clock...right in the small of my back. I've positioning it 3-4 o'clock, but it just feels too big and bulky there. Does anyone else carry theres at 6...

First off, let me say that there is a little bit of history behind this gun. I'll let this post speak for itself. http://www.thefiringline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=272852 Ok....back to the range report. I took my new CBOB down to the range today, also with my XD-40 tactical, and CZ-75B...

Well, I finally got to take my new Dan Wesson CBOB.45 to the range today. It came in yesterday, and I spent some time last night taking it apart, cleaning it, lubricating it, and putting it back together. I was so happy with the gun, the fit and finish was excellent. The slide was smooth, and...

Well, I finally got to take my new Dan Wesson CBOB.45 to the range today. It came in yesterday, and I spend some time last night taking it apart, cleaning it, lubricating it, and putting it back together. I was so happy with the gun, the fit and finish was excellent. The slide was smooth, and...

I started going through some of the .223 brass that I picked up at the range and noticed that I've got several cases that have funny looking primers. Are these what you would call a flattened primer, or are they ok? I'm assuming that when they look like this I need to toss them? Any info...

I've heard people talk about "tuning" the extractors on their 1911's in order to correct problem with FTE's, or just to make the gun run better. Can someone give me some info on this? What's the "right" way to tune a 1911 extractor?

I'm getting ready to order a holster for my commander 1911. I've been trying to gather some information so I can make an informed decision what I should get. So far, most people are suggestion either molded leather holsters, or the plastic "Kydex" type holsters. What are the main differences...

I just got a new Dan Wesson CBOB commander sized 1911. What are some good options for a good IWB carry holster? I have a Comp-Tac for my XD, but I'm sure there are other options. Also, it would be nice to find something under $60 if possible. Thanks

I'm looking very closely at two different commander sized 1911's to use as a daily carry gun. Both are in the same price rage, and both should be very reliable, accurate guns. Here is my delima...... Gun#1 has an aluminum frame, not as many "extras".......but weights about 1/2lb less than...

I've been noticing several dealers on the net selling DW "scratch & dent" pistols at discounted prices. They are advertised as "new in box", and apparently come from directly from DW with the full warrenty. Are these good deals? What kind of "scratches and dents" are they talking about? I find...

I've been asking questions, reading, and researching 1911's for the last month or so. I've been trying to find the best buy for the money, but most importantly....something that will be a reliable and accurate "carry gun". Since I can't carry at work, I will probably only actually carry this...

When talking about 1911's in general, how many run 100% right out of the box....and how many need to be either sent back to the manufacturer, or to a smith in order to get them running right? I don't really care what kind, or how much it cost....but in general, how many 1911's run great without...

I just sold my little Kel-Tec P38T in order to get something with some more stopping power....and something that would be more reliable. I have a SA XD-40 Tactical, but it's big and heavy, and a pain for every day CCW use. I've decided to go with a 1911 for my next carry gun. I'm trying to...

I reload hundreds and hundreds of rounds of my AR-15 (.223) I've heard that some people keep track of their brass. By that I mean that they keep all of their brass organized according to how many times the brass has been loaded. How important is this? The reason I'm asking, is because it just...

I've been reloading for several years now. I started out loading for my 7mmRM hunting rifle, and now for my AR-15 (.223). I only shot about 50 rounds a year through my hunting rifle....so I really didn't care how long it took me to load up some rounds. But, with my AR...it seems like I spend...

I'm in the market for my first 1911. It's going to be my main CCW gun, and will get some decent use at the range (maybe 1000rds a year). I've narrowed it down to 2 guns. 1. Kimber Pro Carry II 2. S&W SW1911PD Are there any other guns out there that I should check out? I don't want to spend...

I'm getting ready to buy my first 1911. After doing lots of research, talking to some 1911 owners, and trying to find a good reliable gun that is still in my price range.....I've narrowed it down to 2 guns. The Springfield Armory "Loaded" or the Kimber Pro-Carry II. Both fall into that...

I finally got some rounds loaded up and headed to the range with my new CZ550 that I got a while back. I loaded up a bunch of different rounds with different amounts of powder in them. I started at the low end, and loaded up 10 rounds of each load.....increasing with half-grain increments. At...

I just bought a CZ 550 Varmint Laminate rifle in .308. The recoil isn't really all that bad, but a buddy of mine suggested looking into a muzzle brake for it. I don't mind the recoil, but reducing it some would not hurt my feelings :) This is a bench gun that will be getting a bunch of rounds...