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Just an update on the Taurus.  Written letter sent 2 weeks ago.  They are not any faster replying to letters than they are fixing my gun. 

Video on the news last nite.  Clerk was alert and ready.  In the video it is hard to tell if the BG had a gun or not as he withdrew his hand from his right pocket.  Definitely had something in his hand, but from the video just not that clear.  Clerk didn't shoot, BG still on the loose but I bet he had to change his underwear.

3 pages of entertainment; not bad for an initial post. :popcorn:

Having ran Field Trials and Hunt tests with retrievers for over 20 years, I am fairly familiar with buying, breeding, and training retrievers.  First off, goldens are fine pets, but as mentioned they do have some genetic problems which can be minimized by selective breeding.  Check the breeding for hip and eye certifications at a minimum.  Also the 'magic' time to get a pup is 7 wks.  After that they are simply learning 'dog' stuff.  The best dogs learn 'people' stuff early.   These folks may be of assistance: http://www.mtarc.org/contact.html

Recently the other mall shootings were in San Diego and 2 separate incidents in NJ.  Add this one and those are basically 'gun free' zones because of their strict gun laws.  How's that workin' out for everyone?  IMO just a matter of time until terrorists pull an event like the one in Kenya here in the USA.

I don't care if it is with a .22, still plenty fast.....but then again almost impossible with a .22..........can't find that much ammo :cool:

I handled one today and I think you hit the nail on the head.  It is a very good shooter, and seems operator friendly, more so than the LCP.  I won't be getting rid of my LCP, as it does fit the pocket better than the 42, but for a small carry gun, esp. for a woman's first gun, it just may be the ticket.

bonedaddy.........you must be a glutton for punishment :cool:  doubt I will ever buy another Taurus :puke:  with the other quality firearms available.  IF I ever need a firearm in an emergency, I want one I can bet my life on.

 May be a good plan....sort of like an ex-girl friend......never the same and can't trust 'em.

Yeah, quality does cost more.  I understand all guns of all makes have problems from time to time, just like anything mechanical.  But what really got me thinking is that the barrel quality has to really be questioned if the headspace changed enough to give light primer strikes and they recognized it.  And it is not like this gun has had even a thousand rounds through it.  Like eric said, it seemed to be a good idea....almost a clone of the Shield.  Just thought I would fulfill my promise to Taurus that I would be sure and let others know of my experience. :rant:

I've had a PT709 'Slim' for several years.  Thought it was a decent gun, convenient to carry and actually shot very well.  Always functioned.......until 3-4 months ago.  Started having light primer strikes.  At first a rare happening, but  unreliable none the less.  Then much more frequent.  Well as you know they have a lifetime warranty.  Sent it back (my dime).  They have had it a little over 3 months now.  I've called once a month because the online repair tracker says they are awaiting parts.  First, last month they finally said they were waiting on a barrel.  Now this month a new striker assembly.  I know this stuff comes from Brazil, but enough is enough; especially enough of Taurus.  It was a good reason to go and buy the S&W Shield, but I'm finished with Taurus, nor would I recommend someone buy one, unless you truly have a lifetime to wait on parts and turnaround.

From the TWRA website/regulations   I personally don't think either is a good idea.....how many have friends that hunt with them, or others erroneously stray onto their land?   (www.tnwildlife.org). Landowners and their children hunting on their parent’s land under this exemption are also exempt from Hunter Education Certification requirements and blaze orange requirements

While the landowner/family doesn't have to have a state license, if they hunt waterfowl they must have a Fed.Duck Stamp.  I also believe they have to conform to all other regs, such as seasons, bag limits, and wearing orange.

Bullseye in .45 ACP WSF in 9mm   Winchester Primers

Well hold on there........give it another 10 -15 yrs and your average Caucasian will be the minority.  I can't wait to reap the benefits..... :surrender:

I advocate always trying to retreat and avoid confrontation if possible and one can do so safely.  Just because you have a gun does not make you the automatic winner.  However, when one does not have a choice, hopefully, the bad guy suffers the consequences of 'poor victim selection'.

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hornady LNL.   You can use various dies.  I run the Redding Pro Series dies in 9mm and 45 ACP, a RCBS lockout die, and the Lee Factory Crimp Die.  The Lee is optional, but I like it and since I have started using it, seems I have had few, if any, ammo related feed problems.  A set of electronic scales and calipers should make you good to go.

JayC, I understand where you are coming from.......and I have mixed feelings that I argue with myself.  On one hand, constitutional carry on one's property or car is one thing.  But I know a ton of people that have a HCP that really make me nervous knowing they carry in public places.  On that point, a tiered system would include a mandatory training/ range time to increase the proficiency of one that would actually carry in public.   

you can run the LNL as a single stage until you get up to speed......won't take long.  With a RCBS lockout die you will be humming along pretty quickly.  Completely pleased with mine and would think you will be pleased with the purchase.

JayC, a lot of people may get out more than you do, carrying across state lines.  The TN HCP is one of the most reconized permits in other states.......a big deal if one carries a gun in their vehicle.  Like it or not, that is the law and the way it is.  Also there are training points in any reasonably good HCP class in TN.  They are not classes on how to be on Seal Team 6, but they do discusse the basic laws in regard to TN, and basic safety instruction which are always a good starting point.

It is because WalMart didn't have any ammo or one couldn't afford it if they did.

JayC, what you say is true, but try and get a judge, especially out of state, to let it slide should you be charged with carrying a gun. The really sad part is a HCP course is likely the only training most will receive.

The LNL has a bullet feeder as an option. I prefer not to use it as it takes up the space for a lockout die which I think is much more important. The machine is plenty fast, if I were to add something, a case feeder would be it, but not really a necessity. And it doesn't take up a die spot.

Bore Brush, Steel Wool and variable speed drill.  Have done it plenty of times on all makes of shotguns.  Poor chamber finish is one reason, but I think the real problem is steel case heads which tends to promote more corrosion vs. the brass which was once used routinely.