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    flattest shooting 500 yard deer rifle cartridge

    OK, looking for a rifle/cartridge that drops the lest at 500 yards. So far I've check 25-06, 6.5mm RM, 270 WSM, 7mm WSM, 7mm Magnum, .300 WM, .300 WSM. And so far the least drop seems to be 7mm WSM with 140 gr bullets (35 or so inches.) But there are few rifles now made in 7mm WSM! Any other...
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    Now they target customers at the counter

    In Lufkin Texas again! "Just before 10:00 p.m. on Friday, Kindle entered the Dollar General store in the 1400 block of Kurth Drive. While he was standing in line at the checkout counter, the robber came in and stood behind him. When Kindle turned around to look at the person he was shot at...
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    Why can't the shell defector on the AR be a rear sight?

    Think about it. The shell deflector on ARs have a small 'V' cut into it and on the forearm a flip up front sight with windage and elevation adjustments. Has this been done before? Deaf
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    Colt Dick .38, third gen

    Ah... got a 3ed gen Colt Dick .38s, SN M44xxx made in '76. All steel. $400 buckos flat! Real good blue with just a bit of wear. 100 percent tight lockup. So gents, can it take +P .38s? Thanks, Deaf
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    Does anyone make a FMJ SWC .40 S&W bullet for reloading?

    I am looking for a FMJ SWC .40 S&W bullet for reloading. 150 grain or larger. Does any company make one? Thanks, Deaf
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    Starbucks Robbery... might sue

    30 year old guy with gun robs Starbucks. 58 year old man locks horns with him and after a knock-down-drag-out-fight gets the robbers knife (the gun turned out to be fake) and stabs the robber 'apparently' 17 times. Dunno of the stabs were all serious or some superficial or what, but anyway Ryan...
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    Best Level II holster made for Glocks and why they are best

    Gang, Looking for a level II holster for a Glock 23 .40. I would love to hear suggestions and why they are better. I know about the Serpa but not others. Thanks, Deaf
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    Outdoor Channel Survival Science

    Gang, just watched the show, Survival Science, on the Outdoor Channel. Season one, Ep. 1. Bears.... A father and son in Wyoming bow hunting had a Grizzly charge. Son ran toward the father with the bear behind him. Father with bow nailed the bear in the heart (one shot.) Bear tackled the son but...
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    Stopping a Terrorist Attack

    "He’d been doing these commando-style moves to fight off the police, and he seemed well trained, but I grew up in Glasgow: it seemed natural to me that a wee forearm smash would sort it out. I’m not a street fighter, but I know how to look after myself."...
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    Browning A-Bolt Stalker Stainless

    Does anyone here use one? Do they work well? Accurate? Reliable. Any idiocies? Saw one for a good price.. $500. Looks in excellent shape. Seems to be a A-Bolt II made in 2015. Thanks, Deaf
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    Any experince here with a Remington 700 XCR .375 H&H

    I don't know why... but I saw a stainless Remington 700 XCR in .375 today and I'm tempted to get it. It has open sights, Leopold 2.5x8 scope, and seems ready to roll. $600 bucks! Stock is awful light but Remington made it so surely it works. No, I don't 'need' one, but I've killed deer with...
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    What is the difference beteen Gen 4 Glock 29 and 29SF?

    I see 29SF Glock 10mm guns for sale. But are they the same as the 'Gen4' Glock 29? The SF version fits my hand very well. Thanks, Deaf
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    How easy is it to rebarrel a Remington 700

    Say from .243 to 308 Winchester? Or .338 Federal? Since they are in the same 'family' how does one change the barrel? Deaf
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    Pack heat folks... and be aware of your surroundings.

    Robbers can be VERY VICIOUS. http://www.easttexasmatters.com/news/local-news/graphic-video-robber-brutally-beats-up-man-at-east-texas-convenience-store/786160626 Deaf
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    Marlin 1894 .44 magnum question

    Spied a Marlin 1894 .44 magnum levergun. No safety. Well the question is, at the front of the bolt I see burrs on both the frame and the bolt. They are on the exterior. Why are they there? Looks like someone used a knife or such to pry open the bolt. Surely this cannot be true? They had it...
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    S&W 3953 and manual safety

    I just picked up a DAO S&W 3953 and I have a spare manual S&W slide safety. Can one install the S&W safety and it work with the DAO system? The idea of having a safety on the weapon for my wife. She would like the DAO and a manual safety (I'm a Glock guy.) I see the slide has what seems to be...
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    Weatherby Vanguard Stainless with KDF Muzzle Brake

    Saw one at a pawnshop. .300 Winchester Magnum. Zeiss 3x9 scope (I think it's made in America.) KDF muzzle brake. Polymer stock. $1200. I dunno that much about Weatherby rifles. Are they good? Accuate? Is that a fair price? Looking for a real long range rifle. Thanks, Deaf
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    Ruger Match Champion GP100 prices

    Is $600 to much for a Ruger Match Champion GP100? This one has Novak rear sight and comes with box, papers, and a Ruger made leather holster. True it's used but in perfect condition. Has those fancy Ruger wood stocks I think made by Houge. Thanks, Deaf
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    Oh my... I got a new .44

    Lipsey’s Exclusive Ruger Bisley Super Blackhawk 44 Magnum with 3.75 Inch Barrel. Just got it. I bet it is gonna hurt. Anyone here fire this little SA cannons? Deaf
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    Experiences with Springfield Armory 1911 loaded stainless .45s

    Gang, I am looking at a slightly used Springfield Armory 1911 loaded .45. Stainless gun. What are your experiences with this gun? Reliable? Accurate? Worth $800? Thanks. Deaf
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