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Hey gang. Welcome back to TGO. There is a lot to cover in this post, so I am going to try to hit things in the order of most important or impacting, to least. Where is my TGO user account? If you created an account on TGO after August 17th you will most likely need to create your account again. We lost almost 30-days worth of data in this crash. What Happened To My Benefactor Account? A lot of my work today has been around connecting Benefactor memberships with those who purchased them. I was successful with most of them, but there are a few of you (less than 10) that I will be reaching out to in email so that we can work together to get you squared away. I am prioritizing this near the top of importance because you guys keep TGO afloat and I will take care of you. I posted something and now it's gone! Anything posted after August 17th is lost. I am very sorry. I suppose the good news is that if you posted something and regretted it, you now have a second chance. This part really sucks and I am absolutely not trying to down-play it. Trust me, however upset you are, I am infinitely more upset. I hope that you'll dive back in and recreate whatever we lost. What happened?!? This is the million dollar question. Our server suffered a catastrophic hardware failure that could not be recovered from. Thankfully we had backups, but I had to go back 30-days in time to find a backup that was viable. This problem had unfortunately been brewing for a while and I did not notice it in time. Prior to today (9/18/23) we were using a different web hosting company. We aren't using them now because I am greatly disappointed in their ability to assist and am livid over the outcome. The best and only way for me to respond was to move TGO to another hosting company who I believe will be much more responsive and responsible. That said, I cannot place full blame on them. Sadly, I missed some signs which were obvious in hindsight so some of this is absolutely my fault. Especially related to backups. I am now making backups of my backups and storing them in several places (online, offline, and in the cloud) so that we have more recovery options if something like this ever happens again. How can we help?? Post, post, post. Dive back in and start using TGO. This will be a scar for a while, but like all scars it will eventually fade. Other than that, there really isn't anything to do. I just noticed [insert problem here]. If you notice anything weird with your account, especially with payments for Benefactor memberships, let me know. I'll sort it out and get you taken care of. That's about it for now. Thanks for your patience while we were offline. I suppose if there is a silver lining to all of this, it has provided a chance to do some things different and better behind the scenes. Hopefully those differences and improvements will equate to odds heavily in our favor for the future. --David

Doing some downsizing and Safe Queen cleanout. Excellent condition A-bolt in 22 mag. Includes the Browning bases and rings that are made for it. Hard to find one of these in this condition anymore. $Sold. Meet within a reasonable distance of Chapel Hill.

Here's that 1927 Smith & Wesson 22/32 Heavy Frame Orginal Grips 22LR. $1650 FTF CASH. I live in the Whitehouse area will have to meet locally to me, transmission troubles in my truck and can't drive any long distance to meet until the weekend when I have my wifes car. PM me any questions, and before you ask no box. This is a good clean gun, I've only seen a few that was as nice as this one. Here's the pictures, thanks for looking. Also cross posted on another forum.

This forum is rife with threads of people getting stitches because their auto opened in their pocket. Heck, one of our group buys was endemic with them opening in pockets - and that particular knife was a hidden mechanism. There was a time when there was a real market need for autos. I was carrying an AFO on a search and rescue team when I got the first Spyderco Rescue any of us had seen. In a season we went from 100% autos to no autos. The conditions on the ground just changed. We have so many great options these days that fill the same space autos once dominated. If you want an auto by all means get an auto. For me, that means three things have to be present: 1. It has to have a manual safety 2. I need to have full control of the knife even with my thumb pushing the button. There should be no questions as to whether or not it’s going to jump out of my hand. 3. The locking mechanism is really important to me - this is often a weak point on autos. If there’s a question as to whether hard use is going to make that mechanism less reliable - that’s a no for me. 4. I guess I’ll add a fourth - it needs to come from a vendor who’s going to offer good warranty service.

Must give this a bump after the Great TGO Server Failure of 17 Sep 2023.

I've mentioned before how a touch of arthritis in my right hand makes it difficult for me to shoot the traditional Colt/Ruger style SA revolvers. Simply put, the shape of the plow handle grip causes the back of the trigger guard to beat the holy hell outta my middle finger knuckle. It only takes about one cylinder full to have me bleeding. So, in order to get my Cowboy fix, I've turned to other revolvers common in the old west. According to TV and movies, you'd think that every cowboy in the old west carried a Colt SAA. Not exactly true. The Colts were indeed quite popular, they weren't the only revolvers used by a long shot. For my needs, I've settled on the Remington Model 1875 and the Smith & Wesson Schofield both in .45 Colt caliber. You will note that the grip frame on both guns sits just a little bit further back on the frame that the traditional Colt style. This gives my poor knuckle just enough space to avoid damage. I might also mention that both of these guns originally came with 7-7.5" barrels. I have opted for the more modern 5-5.5" lengths as they just handle better for me. The Remington Model 1875 was their answer to the Colt SAA. Its really just their extremely successful Model 1858 Percussion Cap revolver fitted with a bored through cylinder. Its just a tad bit bigger, beefier and heaver than the Colt, but proved to be very popular in the old west. Many preferred its slightly more "heft". The Remington was known to be favored by Buffalo Bill Cody and outlaw Frank James among others. The big bore S&W break tops were also quite common in the old west. The Number 3 American in .44 S&W was very popular. Colonel George Schofield modified the latch mechanism to make it easier for mounted troops to unload and reload the revolver with one hand. The U.S. Army purchased around 8000 Schofield revolvers for their troops. S&W chambered the Army guns in .45 S&W Schofield caliber as the cylinder was just a bit too short for the standard .45 Colt cartridge. The two cartridges are identical except for length with the colt being just a tad bit longer. Little known fact: to simplify the supply chain, most ammo issued to troops was .45 S&W Schofield as it worked in either the Colt or S&W guns. Most modern reproductions, such as mine, have a slightly longer cylinder and are chambered in the more common .45 Colt caliber. Well, there you have it. Other revolvers popular in the old west. There are others as well such as some of the early DA revolvers. Show 'em if ya got 'em!

More downsizing and Safe Queen Cleanout 1978-79 Winchester 9422M XTR in excellent condition. This is 22 Mag. $Sold. Meet within a reasonable distance of Chapel Hill

Yes - anything done after August 17th until yesterday would be gone. PMs included.

I assumed FBI....because FBI.

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**SOLD** I picked up this Beretta pistol last year here on the forum and have yet to shoot it. We're planning on moving for graduate school early next year, so I've decided to sell a few things to help contribute a little more money towards savings and whatnot. Of note, the model code for this one is JS92QM9A4GM Pistol includes 3 magazines (18-rounders), an optics mounting plate, hard case with all materials it came with (booklets, lock), and a custom kydex OWB holster that is fitted for a Streamlight TLR-1 HL weapon light. Asking $1000 $900 for the entire package including a black Streamlight TLR-1 HL. If you don't want the weapon light, the price is $900. $800 Please feel free to reach out with any questions, and thanks for looking!

This is a catch and release. Purchased from a member on here a couple months back. It’s a late war fnh CZ27. It appears all correct. I had to replace the take down pin assembly on it as the one on it was broken and incorrect. It was fairly tough and expensive to find this part but I was able to do it. The grips do have a crack and it does not have a magazine. Meet around Murfreesboro, must show TN DL/ HCP and be willing to sign a bill of sale. Only trade interest would be an Sig 365. $350…. NOW $320

Listing another Beretta pistol as I continue to move some things along to put more money into an upcoming move next year for graduate school. Up for sale is a Beretta M9 .22LR that has been an absolute blast to shoot. If you're a fan of the M9 platform, this is the pistol for you. I have done a few upgrades, which I'll list below. Pistol will include: 5 Magazines (15-round) Wilson Combat Grips (Black Cherry) Beretta Threaded Barrel Wilson Combat Front and Rear Sights I do still have the factory barrel, and it currently has the factory grips on it. I have almost $850 in this package, so I'm asking a fair $600. Located in West Nashville. Please feel free to reach out with any questions, and thanks for looking. **More photos coming soon, just wanted to get the listing up and running.

***SOLD**** PLEASE REMOVE. THANK YOU CMMG makes some great rifles and this one is light, accurate, and super-smooth. 16.1" barrel Seekins Precision brake which makes shooting this fun. MAGPUL flip-up irons. MAGPUL adjustable stock. M-LOK rail Hogue grip. Excellent condition $750 Chattanooga and nearby - possible meet-up elsewhere

Harris Combative Strategies TN/GA/AL Training Group! Coming up on Saturday Sep 30 we will have a TN/GA/AL Training Group event focusing on shotgun and pistol skills. You will need 100 rounds of birdshot and 50 rounds of pistol ammo. We will work primarily with the shotgun on quickly engaging targets, keeping it topped off, dealing with multiple targets and then finishing up with some man vs man competition to get you some work under a little bit of stress and excitement. Location: Phillips /Edwards Farm 763 County Rd 332 Pisgah AL 35765 (about 35 min SW of Chattanooga) Price: $80 – You can register and pay through Eventbrite OR pay at class by cash or check OR you can pay by electronic payment by paypal or venmo (Friends and family option) in advance OR I can take payment by credit card (call or email for options on that – 423 827 9133 or Randy@harriscombative.com) Be sure to RSVP with Randy if you plan to attend and pay at class. Paypal – cruelhandluke2000@yahoo.com Venmo – www.venmo.com/Randy-Harris-47 Eventbrite - Eventbrite Link What you need to bring: Pistol, at least 2 pistol magazines and at least 50 rounds of pistol ammo. Revolvers are welcome if you want to party like it is 1899. A Shotgun and at least 100 rounds of birdshot ammo. And just a final reminder EVERYONE is welcome ! The TN/GA/AL Training Group started as a way for alumni of classes taught by Randy Harris to get together and stay current on skills and get some coaching in a one day format at a discounted price from what a normal class would cost. As it continued to grow we opened it up to ANYONE who is interested in coming out and learning some skills and just seeing what it is that we do and meet some new people with the same interests. So even if you are not an alum of one of my classes you are welcome to come join us!

Bought this a few months ago, it’s an awesome gun and it shoots amazing for its size. Just need the funds right now and it’s the only platform I haven’t SBR’d yet lol Only has 80 rounds of AAC 110GR .300 BLK ammo through it. Functioned perfectly. Has a tool-less adjustable gas piston so switching from supers to subs is easy, same with suppressed/non-suppressed. Ran great off a single point sling so a brace or SBR stamp isn’t a must. For Specs: https://palmettostatearmory.com/psa-jakl-300bo-pistol-w-o-brace-smoke.html Comes with: Magpul MLOK Handstop and rail covers Magpul 20rd .300BLK Mag x1 Boxes for the Upper/Lower Now includes Sig Romeo5 Red Dot $1000 Cash FTF in Spring Hill/Franklin Price Drop: $950 SOLD No Trades

OK, re-do since server crash...We had the Henry County Gun Club Iron Sight Championships this last weekend out to Doc Tusa's farm. 100 to 500 yards with 600 yard tie breaker. Shot two classes, Vintage Bolt with an 03A3 and modern with an A2 AR. Had great fun. Came in 6th in bolt, 4th in modern. Rob Ski came and shot with us so while he took medals home it was cool to meet him and share some shooting tips. Great end of season fun. Can't wait for next year and a new season!

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I’ll take the under on this. And I say this as someone who loves Benchmade and has a bunch of them. The AFO set the standard for what a good auto should be - back when you had to have credentials to own one. They’re amazing - but you can get a great auto for a lot less money these days. I’d start with something less expensive with a lock. The kershaws are great. Notice a trend of how many folks have had autos fire in their pockets. Honestly, I guess I’m in a place in my life where I can carry about any knife I want - and have more than I’ll ever reasonably carry. My daily carry is one of a few Spyderco PM2s. They’re practically as fast as any auto out there - and one has yet to either open in my pocket or jump out of my hand.

Thanks for the answer and all that y’all do to keep this site up and running.

Azure guy here. Holler if needed.

Dad and I built a bunch of wall shelves and a work bench in my garage before we moved in. It's way easier before it's full of stuff. I can assure you the garage will be full of stuff (not cars) for a while after you move. My bench is similar to David's except I used cabinet drawers under the counter top. I got the cheap white stuff at Lowes and it works fine. It's reinforced with plywood under the counter top.

Thanks for providing this community. I also read a lot more than I post these days.

I’ve got a few good knives, I’m no expert by any stretch of the imagination, but here’s my 2 cents worth. I’ve got 2 Protech auto knives, and I like them, but overall, I think you can achieve similar quality for less money. I’ve got a Benchmade Adamas with an 3.82 inch blade, and it is probably my favorite pocket knife. It’s built like a tank, and you could probably chop wood with it, LOL. It opened in my pocket once though, and I’m kinda leery of carrying now so it’s on my go bag. I’ve got a Gerber 06 auto with a safety, and this is my EDC now. Not too heavy, holds an edge and opens with a snap. I like it. I think it’s 3.8 blade length. I also have a little Kershaw Launch 4 auto with 1.9 inch blade, which is also my EDC. I have 3 Gerber sheath knives, in addition to the folder above, and I love them. So yes, if you can afford them, I think they’re worth the price, especially if you look on here for someone selling one. But having said that, I’ve carried knives ever since I was a little boy, and you don’t have to spend Benchmade money on a good knife

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Never had to do anything like what happened and don't want to. Glad you got it fixed, but I bet it was not fun times for all.

Protech is about the snappiest of all my switch blades except for my Gavin Hawk mod C OTF(but that one was around $1800 to have it built) I've had some Benchmade Out The Side Aoutos they were okay, I bought a Medford Smooth Criminal Out The Side but I wasn't really impressed by it, but every Protech Switch Blade has realy impressed me with how they open. I bought a couple of the TGO mod. that one of the members here would do every so often but not lately. I bought one of the TR4 w/4" blade and if your not careful or paying attention it will just about pop out of your hand when you open it and it's probably 5yrs old or a little more and I've carried that one almost daily and the spring and action are just like new still. The only other Aouto that snapped out fast and hard was my MicroTech Halo V OTF, but someone wanted it more than I did and helped their self to it one day at work, it was in my lunch box, git home and was cleaning it out and it was gone.

I finally found one, put it on layaway should be able to pick it up next week. I got a few upgrades for it, new trigger parts, Mag well, custom grips, found a Milt Sparks OWB Holster for it also. Stay tuned for the pictures of everything I bought for it and when I get everything installed, this should be a fun project for me to start on as soon as I pick it up.

Forwarded to all the legislators I have contact with. We have to be ready in January to get after these culls and take Tennessee back to the promise of our founding documents.

Well hate the 45-70s went too high. They have been bringing big money lately. I felt I over paid on the last two I bought but have turned down good profit when showing them to friends.

We've used them for a few years. Last year they were purchased by another company. The prices went up but they [quietly] abandoned the Managed Service Provider model and went to pure bare-bones hosting. When I reached out to them for assistance yesterday, I was advised that they no longer did that sort of thing and that it was up to me to handle every aspect of the recovery. So, I hired a new company last night -- one that does do managed services -- and fired the old company today.

Between the UT debacle & TGO blowing a breaker, I think sharp objects had to be taken away from some. I heard someone actually called 911...

Many thanks I appreciate the site. and you I thought the Feds took it due to some of our comments lol

Glad you got it worked out, I can only imagine what a pain in the @$$ it was to get it back up. Thanks for your time and support to this site.

I, for one, will have to seek counseling for my withdrawal symptoms.

Thanks for all you do to keep this community (and it IS as community) up and running.

Whew, glad that's over

I went in and tried to look around and when I couldn't get on, I thought . . .

Referencing this song if you haven't seen it.