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A pass thru is desirable. More damage and easier for them to bleed out. An arrow that goes half way in and stays effectively seals the wound and it takes a lot longer for the deer to bleed out. They can cover a lot of distance with the extra time.

Well if this is gonna turn into a picture thread.......... I'm kinda fond of ol' slabsides myself. Its an old pic. I have more. BTW: I have 4 .38 Supers.

Here is the only picture that I have of my newest .38 Super. Master Gunsmith Sam Hoster has it right now - - - he is doing a retro style build for me on this one.

Man, you just brought up some memories. The Sistema in the OP was bought by Mike.357. It then went to Mark@Sea. Suntzu was the next owner. I remember it well as I fondled it all the way up to Mark's house back in the day. It was an excellent specimen with a very unique serial number...and a loose rear sight.

As with all things that can cause harm to people or damage to property, I suggest you host a TGO gathering and provide lots of whiskey. We'll figure it out.

I wish you'd just kill tapatalk

I built this ghost with a butter knife, scissors, hammer and a 16p nail... BLM (Black Lowers Matters)

I don't have a favorite gun, but this struck me as funny. Last winter, my family stopped in at a Cabela's store for something. My two sons were looking around at the ammo shelf. They seemed quite surprised to find there was ammo for sale that fit their deer rifles.....257 Roberts. They also seemed shocked at the price....$2 plus a pop! I'd never thought about it, but until that time, they weren't aware factory ammunition was available for their rifles. Every round they've ever shot, they'd loaded themselves. It's funny what you take for granted kids know, that they actually don't know.

After eight years of Obama running guns to Mexico and who knows where else, plus Hillary prostituting her State office and selling uranium to Russia, we're supposed to doggedly shame Kellyanne with bipartisan ethics charges for plugging Ivanka's products? Hell's bells, I don't care if Trump sets up a lemonade stand on the White House lawn! This political swamp is going to need a bigger drain.

If it will explode one liberal head, it's worth putting on CNN.

Well here they are....my versions of a Karambit. First off is a matched pair or 1/4" thick 1095 carbon steel. The have African Blackwood scales and SS pins. It's about 9 1/4" long with a 4 1/4" blade. It has a pattern etched into the blade but my picture taking apparently sticks cause it's a bit hard to see it. It has thumb and heel jimping and is a stout and dangerous blade. You can see some of the rock pattern ground into the spine as well. They come with black kydex sheaths. Note....there are some lines on a couple of pictures that are not on the blades. Next is a lighter pair made from 3/16" thick 1095 carbon steel with a different handle shape and Bubinga scales and mosaic pins. The over all grip is less that the previous set but still very good. It also has a pattern etched into the blade and slightly less rock pattern grinding on the spine. It does have thumb jimping on the spine as well. It is also 9 1/4" long but the blade is a bit longer at 4 3/4". It also comes with black kydex sheaths.

Checking to see if we have any avid air rifle hunters on this forum? I own two FX rifles, 25 cal Impact, 25 cal wildcat and a 22 cal Benjamin Marauder.

Governor signed the bill today.  Lifetime permits have been reduced from $500 to $200.  Effective maybe July 1st of this year or next.  See here if you really want to figure out when:  http://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/BillInfo/Default.aspx?BillNumber=HB1424   That figures since the $500 fee wasn't really a good deal for me and just last week I wrote The Man a check for about 87 dollars and 50 cents for the current renewal scheme.  

Wow, very nice! Thanks for posting the pics & link.

As an exdealer I can tell you this happens far more often than you might think. I probably had 5% denied. Of those probably 80% were cleared up within a week. Don't worry too much about it. There is a good chance it will clear itself up within a week.

Freeking cool! That looks like it spent a lot of time in water, great jab at colt too Congrats on being the proud owner of a unique piece of art!

That is really cool. Even cooler that it is a good shooter.

There are actually a couple series of guns that are called "Sistema's." The most notable are the DGFM-FMAP 1911's that were made in Argentina for the various branches of the military. There were a little over 1.5 Million of these guns produced between 1945 and when production stopped in 1966. Obviously, the earlier guns made in the 1945 to 1950 years will be more war worn and harder to find in good condition than those produced after 1950. Then there are the Argentinian Colt contract Sistema's that were fully made here in the USA in Hartford, CT and sent to Argentina in small lots between the years of 1927 and 1933. Colt made and shipped only 10,000 of those guns for the contract. Those were manufactured between 1927 and 1928 exclusively, after which Colt engineer supervised the set up of Argentinian manufacturing, licensed the design, and trained Argentinian nationals to make them for themselves. No one knows how many of these original 10,000 guns have survived to today. Finding them in shootable condition, with all matching serial numbers, is a daunting task. Here are a few photos of mine, a true 1927 manufacture, serial numbers matching, Hartford MFG Argentinian Contract Colt - #4,921 of 10,000

Why can't Chuck Schumer try to stop a train with his face?

I hear and see a lot of good things about the impact. Just could not justify the cost. I almost went with a Wildcat, but I picked up a FX Streamline because I am not real crazy about bullpups and streamline has adjustable power. Very happy so far with my purchase.

I don't. I know it causes lots of headache's but it is hands down the easiest and quickest way to upload pics from a mobile device.

I'm sure I'm not the only one that wishes you would stop focusing on it if that would get rid of that Tapatalk message that pops up on the mobile skin.

I don't know why I continue trying to provide access to TGO via Tapatalk. It is such utter garbage.

Grip safety was a selling point for me when I first started carrying IWB. Don't want a manual safety on a carry gun, but liked the extra bit of margin with the grip safety just for reholstering and whatnot. Unlike some 1911s, the XD's is under such low tension that holding with as light a pressure as possible to still be able to effectively fire it engages the safety. Of course, you can always come up with some wild "tactical" scenario I suppose where it wouldn't work, like needing to fire upside down with only two fingers or whatever. Far as debris preventing engagement, well, anything is possible, but would think the odds are near astronomical. Best I remember, they were doing a mag rebate at that time also, which was another plus for going with the XD Subcompact at the time. You can seldom if ever get a new XD mag for less than about 25 clams. - OS

Aluminum absolutely will crack. The crack might be a little more obvious than a composite bow before it goes bang, but they will crack.

I have never owned a cross bow, but I have owned recurves and compounds. I don’t hunt but the let off of a compound is going to let you “hold” for that perfect shot longer. That recurve is going to make you want to let it go. You might want to try all three types before making a purchase. Maybe someone close to you can help you out. It’s been a few years since I was involved so I don’t know what the pricing is. There are some good archery forums and there is also a good one here in Tennessee. My last bow was made by High Country Archery made in your city; might want to check them out...since you are close. Good luck with your new interest.

There is one other thing to consider and that is cocking the crossbow. 180lb crossbow is no problem for a young strong man to cock. For me, not so easy. So I went with a Ten Point crossbow that had a crank cocking assist. Makes cocking the crossbow very easy. The only problem is they are not cheap add ons or the bows with them built in are fairly expensive.

150lb but 180 is probably better. The distance the strings travels on a crossbow is generally about half the distance of a compound. So 150lb - 180lb crossbow equates to a 60lb - 75lb compound bow. Just like with anything you can spend as much as you want. Most hunting crossbows are going to start more than $200. The cheapest hunting crossbow I saw at bass pro was $279. Most starter packages were in the 399-499 range. You have plenty of time before next season so I am sure you can find a good deal if you search around.

I've been eying them up as well. I have two friends with recurve crossbows and after trying to get my never used by me compound bow restrung, the $ involved for a custom made string isn't worth it, might as well buy a new bow. It has me looking at a recurve as well. From what I understand, some crossbows are too powerful for close shots, the bolt can just pass through. A recurve will have enough power without the overkill. Used archery equipment can be a risk for sure, I think you'll be able to find something new in your budget if you are patient and don't need the latest and greatest. I'll let you know if I find something that fits your and my bill.

I will 2nd this, limb crack, string bad and first pull could be your last. I too have been thinking about a cross bow(bad shoulder) but like the OP not wanting to speed more than a few hundred on a good set up.

My bad.....sorry. Welcome to TGO anyway!

I appreciate the kind words but if my profile shows military & LEO service, it was put there by mistake or by someone else. I wanted to serve but was classified 4F cause of one functioning kidney. My younger brother's a LEO in the Knox County Sheriff Department (Captain) but I couldn't medically qualify. I'm grateful I've made it this long & bad habits were ended too late to do any good...but I plan on sliding into the grave saying it was one helluva ride! [emoji4] Wayne Sent from my SM-T377P using Tapatalk

Welcome to TGO....I'm truly sorry for your heart condition sir. I see you served our nation in the military and as a policeman. Thank you for your service in both capacities. I'm hoping and praying for you sir.

I'm sure they find some way to charge for it. Sent from my SM-T377P using Tapatalk

I'm 62, with a heart condition that has my heart operating at 25%. Although they generously dropped the initial license fee from $115, down to $100 (how very noble of them), being on disability makes it hard to afford the $100, much less, a $200 LT license when I may never make it to the first renewal fee. Not trying to be a downer bit I am a realist. Thank God, we have constitutional carry before the state legislation now. Hope it passes. Should know soon. (Yeah, right) Sent from my SM-T377P using Tapatalk

I never really understood that. Either your hand is on the grip or not. If it's not then how are you going to fire it or any other handgun?

Love my 1911s

The XDS 4" 9mm has always looked good to me. Might have to start digging up some prices.

It sure does get you in the feels.

Like someone else said, drop in a 3.5lb disconnector and see how that treats you. If you're looking for more than that I can help you out without breaking your wallet, send me a PM.

I gave always admired those pistols; but have never, in person, seen an example in nice condition. The most polite way to put it is that they were "well worn" (little or no metal finish, grips worn almost smooth, etc.). So seeing some in good condition would be a treat.

I have that stored on every one of my computers and I won't lie, when I listen to it and watch it I have to fight back tears. I have always thought of my self as a rough and rugged tough man but that one shows me I am not all that tough any longer......................

This is a Husqvarna m1907 Swedish Military / m07 Civilian Pistol - chambered in .380 ACP Based on Browning "No. 2" design, or the FN Model 1903, this pre-1911 style pistol was produced by Husqvarna in Sweden after Germany occupied Belgium and cut off Sweden's supply. Browning also licensed his No.2 design to Colt, which resulted in the production of the Colt Pocket Hammerless pistols in both .32 & .38 ACP. This little beauty is a civilian model I believe . . . . . . Enjoy . . . . .

You can probably bet that when this crew starts tossing baggage overboard, she'll be at the top of the list... Sometimes there's a logic to telling outright lies. It's a test to see who goes along and who cries foul. You make a list and know who'll play ball when you really start implementing your plans.

If anyone in the Knoxville area wants to see a display of 1911's that's sure to make you drop to your knees and shout "Praise be!" go over to SIA (Security Investment Appraisals) on Middlebrook Pike. One of the owners has dedicated an entire room of that very nice shop to his personal collection of milsurp goodies including probably 40 or so old 1911's. I didn't count them all but it is a lot! All in excellent condition. It's really a beautiful sight.

OK, I'll play . . . . here are a couple that followed me home . . . . .

You'd probably need to offer some more detail to get someone's interest. Is this a new design? Is it fabricating something for an older rifle that you can't find elsewhere? We've got people who love cool projects - but stuff like this is often a lot more work than it may seem.

Because we really know that .38 Super is the best........

I'm 66 and plan to buy a lifetime in April when mine expires. Sometimes you have to pay a little extra to avoid the hassle of renewing in the future. I may be in a nursing home and they won't let me out to go renew it. LOL

Zebra F-701 for decades here. All stainless. Unlikely to get taken by a overzealous TSA agent. And, it'll only set you back $5 if you lose it.