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    How to check the condition of used handguns

    Hey guys, I just posted this in another thread and thought the info may be valuable to everyone. If it has been posted before I apologize. Enjoy! How to check the condition of a used handgun--general points Before handling any firearm, always open the action and verify that both the chamber...
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    New "toy" for me....RAMI!

    CZ 2075 Rami 9mm. Easy 98% gun, came with original box, factory test target, extra mag...$350.00 Immediately took it to the range....very nice, 2-3" groups at 7 yds 1st time out. Ran 200 rds of WWB 115gr. FMJ through it, had 2 rounds get stuck on the feed ramp but I think the gun was real dry...
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    i-Shot MODular Range Bag - Bag put to the test! The Complete Review w/ Pics

    Hey gang! Well my wife talked Santa into bringing me one of the presents I wanted the most for Christmas this year, the new i-Shot MODular range bag! I have been using an old laptop bag that served quite well but just did not hold everything I need for the range. My wife ordered it in...
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    What new model handguns are you looking forward to the most in 2006?

    It seems like the new model handguns are released for sale to the public after debuting (sic) at the SHOT show. Sooooo... What are the top model handguns (up to 5) that you are looking forward to trying and possibly buying in 2006? I posted this on TFL as well, sorry if you visit both as I...
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    Should caliber discussions (wars) have their own room in Hogans Alley?

    (flame suit on) Hey gang! This is a follow up to the other poll I started about banning caliber wars, discussions, whatever you want to call them. Since 66% thought they should NOT be banned, how many of you think it would be a good thing for caliber threads, discussions, wars to have its own...
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    Range Report - Para Ordinance P10-40

    (I also posted this on THR so if you visit both sites as I do, I apologize for the duplicate thread) Well I took my new little pal to the range today. I was a little nervous because I bought this gun rather spontaneously as my new carry piece and knew nothing about this model Para Ordinance...
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    Nothing beats a beautiful Lady...Smith that is...

    Just cleaned the Ladies up, time for some gratuitous pics...
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    Birchwood Casey Lead Remover Cloth - Range Report w/ pics

    Hey all, After seaching different forums for a cleaner to get all the crud off of the cylinders of my revolvers, I decided on Birchwood Casey Lead Remover and Polishing Cloth. Here are the before pictures of my Model 60LS and GP100...notice the buildup on the cylinders. Here is the...
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    Should caliber war threads be banned? Yes or No...

    (me putting flame suit on) Who thinks caliber war threads should be banned, or any thread that turns into a caliber war for that matter. Won't you agree that the subject has been beat to death? Just by doing a search you can find all the info you could ever want to read... I personally am...
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    My newest toy...Gotta love gun shows...

    Well, went to the local Saxet Gun Show today. After looking at approximately 25,786 different guns :p , this is what follwed me home. A Para Ordinance 10-40. It came with Hogues, the orginal factory grips, 2 mags and a box. The only modification that I can discern is a polished feed ramp...
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    Used shotgun questions - Tactical options - A couple of questions...

    Hi gang, I am going to our local gun show on Dec. 4th and I am planning on looking for a shotgun. I would like to buy one that I can use for home defense and possibly hunting. Questions... 1. MOST IMPORTANT, What are the key things you look for when looking at a used shotgun to make sure it...
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    Any TFL members gonna shoot their own turkey for Thanksgiving?

    Happy Thanksgiving everyone!
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    Who is Hogan, and why is this his alley?

    Just wonderin' :p
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    What $100.00 gets you from Cheaperthandirt.com

    Just came in the mail today... 1 Hogue small grip sleeve with finger groove 1 set Hogue grips for Sig P226 with finger grooves 1 HKS single stack semi-auto speedloader 1 HKS double stack semi-auto speedloader 2 HKS 5 Shot speedloaders for a S&W Model 60 2 HKS 6 Shot speedloaders for a GP100 2...
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    Age of TFL Members

    I am just curious about the age range here on TFL. Have a nice day!
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    We should send my wife after Bin Laden with my GP100! He'd be dead as a doornail!

    Went to the range yesterday with my wife. She is experienced with semi-auto's but has never warmed up to my GP100 6" full barrel. She is 5'3" 105lbs. soaking wet and the gun is simply too heavy for her to shoot comfortably. Well we had been shooting for a while and we were getting ready to...
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    SERIOUS accuracy issues with my S&W Model 3913LS - Need help!!

    Well my wife and I took out her "new" 3913LS to the range today for the first time, and all I can say is that we both had serious issues with shooting this gun accurately. I field stripped it yesterday and cleaned it well. It came no where near the accuracy of my Sig P226 at only 7yds. At...
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    Just bought Sig P226 - need info...

    Which classes can I shoot it in (IPDA/USPSA)? I'm still confused about the different classes. :confused: Thanks!
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    Good day for semi's at the gun show! New Sig & S&W, thanks TFL for the suggestions!

    Well, it was a good day at the show. For those who voted on my poll, I followed the majority decision and picked up the CPO Sig P226 9mm. Talked him down to $455.00 with 4 mags, pretty good deal if you ask me. Then of course, before I could leave, I stumbled upon a slightly used S&W 3913LS...
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    Death Row Inmate Escapes - Harris County Texas

    Another good reason to uphold the 2nd ammendment. Just thought I would post this for all of us Texas folk. http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/9922969/
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