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I have own three Ruger DA revolvers (an SP-101 and two GP-100s) for many years, and I truly like everything about them. I also enjoy the .45 Colt round and believe it is one of the most flexible and under-appreciated loadings (sadly, somewhat lost in the "modern" world of new...

I realize laws concerning legal force application are largely state-dependant. However, I have long wondered what defensive rights pertain in the following scenario. In Virginia -- and most other jurisdictions -- the statues permit the use of lethal force to protect innocents from severe and...

We all know DC has some of the most stringent firearms laws in the nation and that an ordinary citizen cannot carry a weapon to protect himself in our Capital. That’s really too bad, since it is also a venue where self-defense is more than occasionally required. See the following story...

Just received the new issue in today’s mail and read it this afternoon. The best ever (IMHO). BZ to all.

I am not a Glock devotee -- not-up-to-standard accuracy, in my hands -- but the G36 is a great, compact carry package, especially during the summer months. With all of Glocks customary advantages (durability, reliability, design simplicity, corrosion imperiousness) plus the 36’s excellent...

The ongoing “click-it or ticket” seatbelt enforcement debate – as well as numerous other threads re individual liberties versus government encroachment – impels me to ask a related question regarding personal liberties versus personal wealth. First, let me stress my absolute belief in...

While I believe the preeminent ammunition manufacturers (Federal, Speer, Remington, Winchester, and so forth) make top-quality, outstanding-design products, I have found that some smaller producers (Georgia Arms, Black Hills, etc.) also offer excellent specialty loads. Has anyone had experience...

I have previously posted an initial ranger report re my S&W 610-3 (http://www.thefiringline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=148707&highlight=610-3) and what a superb N Frame revolver it appeared to be. This post follows-up, after nine months of use. I cannot adequately express what a great firearm...

In another thread (http://www.thefiringline.com/forums/showthread.php?t=168748&page=1&pp=25), a member mentioned the “Castle Doctrine” and suggested that within his home an individual could essentially assert his right to self-defense in an unlimited manner. While I believe that fairly...

I have read some comments regarding Mr. Mark Wilson – the individual whose intercession last Thursday in Tyler, Texas, is being hailed by the media and by the local police agencies as saving lives – acted rashly by intervening with a handgun when the felon in this tragedy was armed with an AK-47...

A frequent TFL discussion-point focuses on the additional capacity autoloaders have in comparison to revolvers. Of course, those additional rounds are ONLY valuable if they are needed. Therefore, here is the question: Does anyone have any documented factual information that provides the...

Last weekend I attended the Army – Navy game in Philadelphia and spent considerable time in line for a thorough (uniformed division of the USSS) security inspection, resulting from the President’s attendance. While standing around with law enforcement officers everywhere, I noticed...

Please choose among the following three options for personal defense, with the subsequent premises stipulated: 1. An approximately 4 inch S&W N frame revolver is the only alternative. 2. Home, vehicle, and personal defense in a normal, low-crime, suburban setting are the primary applications. 3...

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On 15 August, CCW/CCL reciprocity between Virginia and Florida is effective. Please see www.packing.org for details. This is another major enhancement, and it complements the Ohio/Virginia reciprocity recently announced.

The article re Federal’s new HST bullet (page 38 of the August issue) was truly excellent. We continuously seek innovation and improvement in the design of handgun rounds -- the unattainable “magic bullet” -- with traditional top-performers (such as HydraShok and Silvertip) perhaps being...

Earlier this week I bought a NIB Smith 610-3, the 3.875 inch/full under-lug barrel model. This is my fifth S&W N Frame and my first 10mm. Yesterday was my first opportunity to fire the 610. A brief report follows: a) Moon Clips. Moon Clips lived up to my expectations; they are FAR easier...

My next N Frame will be the four-inch, full-underlug, 610 in 10mm/.40 S&W. I like the 10mm load for defensive applications, and I am pleased that there is a low-cost “companion” round (the .40 S&W) for target/plinking use (same advantage as .357 magnum/.38 Special). Obviously, the 610 requires...

I have been unable to adjust my "display options" for more than "last day". How can I do so? Many thanks.

Having carefully read the germane TFL archives threads, I seek your opinions and experiences with the Valtro (http://www.valtrousa.com/handguns.html) 1998A1. It is really a "near custom" 1911A1, with the forged and heat-treated 4340 nickel chrome molly ordnance steel slide and frame made in...