Wheelgunner

Agree 100% about the importance of investigating the specific weapons involved the recent incidents. My main point was that many people may well fall into a third category: a man might think that if he tests the 320 he owns under circumstances where a different 320 discharged and cannot easily duplicate an uncommanded discharge, then no other 320 could ever have an uncommanded discharge - and all problems with the model must result from user error. That, of course, is illogical. I don't have enough info for me to determine whether there are faulty 320s being produced. But I do have enough info to have serious concerns about the conclusions a judge or jury might reach if I chose to carry a 320 and then had an uncommanded discharge that caused death or injury. The Ruger model I own isn't known for similar issues, and that's one reason I choose to carry it. To each his own, though. Anyhow, I really hope we learn definitive answers soon about these incidents with 320s.

Straight logic. The conclusion you proposed in your if-then statement does not logically follow if Sig has QC problems such that not every 320 has exactly the same specs. Similarly, your conclusion does not logically follow if the malfunction occurs after a specific and lengthy sequence of physical events, since not everyone handles their weapon precisely the same way. Therefore, I propose a revised version: If (a) the Sig 320 is a faulty model, and (b) Sig produces every 320 to exactly the same specs, and (c) we know the precise sequence of physical events, amount of pressure, location of pressure, etc. applied to a 320 in a true uncommanded discharge, then it should be easy to prove that the discharge resulted from a manufacturing defect.

I like to see innovative ideas, and I expect the PR57 could fill an important role in places that outlaw normal modern detachable mags with common modern capacities. But for practical use, I've ruled out the PR57 or other weapons that have manual of arms radically different from the muscle memory I've already worked hard to develop.

Free bump for this beast of a handgun. Somebody buy this soon - so I don't end up in the doghouse!

Welcome back! It's a hike from Nashville, but Dead Zero over near Sparta is a great outdoor range. In LaVergne, the TWRA outdoor range has covered shooting positions and reasonable fees. Wherever you end up going, glad you're getting back into the hobby.

Deerslayer, sorry to hear how they treated you (and a bunch of other customers, evidently). It sounds like their company is playing fast and loose, to say the least. They'd better hope no ham and egg lawyer catches wind of it and gets a class certified in federal court. But even if no one starts a class action, the consumer protection risk alone for a company like that is serious. Yikes.

Thanks to all the kind, belt-wearing TGO folks who posted here and/or sent PMs. After careful consideration, I went with a 63. Pics of the new Smith in a few weeks in Show and Tell. Mods, please close this thread.

2nd most favorite is a Ruger SP101. Fits my hand, I shoot it accurately, and it does its job without complaint. Had it a dozen years and it just feels like home. It conceals and rides well in a Simply Rugged pancake holster.

@ TN Phil - The Taurus you mentioned is probably fine. A Ruger LCP or LC380, Shield, Taurus 605, Charter Arms .357, Rock Island M206, or used Glock would also serve just fine and not break the bank. If I had it to do over again, I would buy my first carry gun and then buy a good belt and holster, plenty of ammo, a way to carry reloads, a good light, frequent trips to the range, and classes on practical shooting - before buying another gun. You are starting a journey, not choosing a destination, and this stuff would help you get down the road smoothly.

Dead Zero over in Sparta is a nice outdoor range that has some cool matches (and the best run and gun event anywhere). Worth checking out.

All pms answered. Gentlemen, please see the image below: If you cannot identify the item pictured above, you may be suffering from saggypantsaholism. The first step is admitting you have a problem. Also, sell me your .22. Thank you.

Thanks Hipower - pm sent.

Across the sea of history, mankind has charted a noble course. Over the ages, homo habilis gave way to homo erectus, then homo neanderthalensis prevailed. Now the the time of our own homo sapiens runs short and goodfornothing homo saggypanticus shuffles forward (one hand holding up his britches). Do not go quietly into that good night! Resist homo saggypanticus! And sell me your .22. Thank you.

Looking for a small frame .22 revolver - ideally either a Smith 63 or 317 kit gun. I am an adult, reasonable, non-felon, not-weird, not-a-flake Tennessee resident. If you are a TN resident who owns that sort of gun, then I am willing to meet within 30 minutes of Nashville, shake hands, show ID, sign a bill of sale, pay a fair price, and not wear saggy pants. Thank you.

I've been going to this match for several years and it never disappoints! What a powerful way honor some of our nation's heroes, and all while meeting a great bunch of guys and learning new skills. If any TGOers are thinking about going for the first time please pm me - glad to loan you some gear.

All good here in Hendersonville but the flooding is impressive - nearly the highest I've seen Old Hickory Lake. I'm worn out today. Last night our golden retriever climbed into bed with us and promptly claimed 3/4 of the queen size mattress, somehow.

Thanks to all who have posted in this thread. I have Lanier Concrete coming out in a few days to give me a quote, and I'll get in touch with Roy Goodwin this week.

I don't have experience with either, but I like using a 3x prism scope on an AR. For me it strikes the right balance between quick acquisition and helping see the 75-150 yard targets more clearly.

Congrats, Spots. Glad to hear things are going well. That is one of the coolest carry rigs I've ever seen!

Have you used a contractor in the Nashville/Hendersonville area for asphalt or concrete work? Please tell me about your experience. Thanks for anything you can share. I'm looking to have some driveway and patio work done at the house and I'd be grateful for firsthand info from folks who've "been there, done that."

To people who seek to tell others what to do, civil liberties are perennially offensive.

"As for the uncertain lot that the future has in store for me, why should I demand from fortune that she should give me this and that rather than demand from myself that I should not ask for them?" Seneca, Letter XV, Epistulae Morales.

"Which of you by worrying can add one cubit to his stature? If you then are not able to do the least, why are you anxious for the rest?" (Luke 12:25-26)

I don't think .38SPL or revolvers generally are disappearing any time soon. I bought a good electric drill, but I kept my screwdrivers (and revolvers) and still use them where it makes sense. Revolvers still have applications where they shine. I'm a 30-something year old, if that matters.

To me a trainer stops being top tier when he teaches there is just one right answer for all situations and threats. I was taught to choose tactics by looking at all relevant factors, such as the mission, enemy, terrain, time available, etc. For example, when hiking and camping near GSMNP, a bear encounter's more likely than a disarming and mugging, so I open carry then.