Grayfox54

I've mentioned before that my beat up old hands just don't work with the traditional SA style revolver. Not only do I not shoot one worth a hoot, the trigger guard beats the crap out of my knuckle. I've owned a number of Ruger and Colt style centerfire single actions over the years and ended up selling them all. I have given thought to getting a .22 single action just to see if that'll work. The Wrangler seems to be a good gun and the price is cheap enough. I just might give it a try. Although I'd really prefer adjustable sights. We'll see what happens if I can get one in my hand.

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Ah, electrical problems in modern vehicles. First off, you need wiring diagrams and know how to read them. Tracing down electrical problems is a crap shoot. You might get lucky and find it right off OR it could take days of fussin' and cussin' to find the problem. It could be any number of things. The ignition switch, the relay, the starter or just maybe its a tiny burnt connection or wire buried somewhere in the wiring harness. Believe me, these things can drive you absolutely nuts! I'd suggest replacing that relay you jump and see what happens. If that doesn't fix the problem, take it to a really good mechanic who knows what he's doing. Trust me on this. It'll be worth the money spent.

Just a little dump of stuff I've collected.

Its bad enough that such a historic landmark in burning. But the loss of knowledge and history in its libraries is considerably worse.

You've made an excellent choice for a first 1911. You just can't go wrong with a Colt. If you're not already aware, the difference in the Series 80 is that it has a passive firing pin block safety where earlier 70 Series models didn't. Some people like to complain that it messes up the trigger pull, but I've never felt enough difference to worry about it. No big deal really. Buy good magazines. 1911s don't like junk mags. If you plan to use the gun for self defense or carry, I highly recommend Wilson Combat magazines. They are expensive, but worth every penny. These are the only mags I use for competition or carry. For just everyday range use there are plenty of good cheaper mags that will serve you well. Metalform makes the Colt factory mags and you can buy them cheaper straight from the company. Other than that, you have just a basic, but very good 1911. Shoot it and enjoy! BTW: we want pictures!

The perfect carry 1911 is a lightweight Commander. The Colt version is a 4.25" barrel, but many companies make basically the same gun under different names with a 4" barrel. The alloy frame makes the gun easy to carry and the flat 1911 design just disappears with a proper holster. I don't trust 1911s with barrels shorter than 4". Its hard to get them reliable and they're harder to shoot well. The minor size and weight saved just isn't worth the trouble.

I'm a huge fan of the 1911. I've got a bunch of 'em. Probably my favorite pistol. I have one RIA. Its a 38 Super that I stumbled across used at a gun show and just couldn't resist. I did have to tweak it a bit to get it to run right. But then the Super isn't an everyday caliber either. Other than that, its a well built pistol. I've heard nothing but good things about the Rocks in .45acp. I also agree that full length guide rods are not needed in the 1911. I've replaced a couple of them in my guns too. So where are the pics?

It seems that Dick's Sporting Goods bad decision just keeps piling up on them. Dick's Lost $150 Million Good! They deserve it! I've said before that the store is properly named.

I like Sigs and normally would recommend one. However, I did a little searching and it appears the P224 was a problem child. Lots of feed issues and the gun has since been discontinued. Even the best makes a mistake now and then.

I think it was in the late 1980s, holster maker John Bianchi did an advertising layout which started with him in a nice tuxedo with no bulges or other tells that he had a gun. The guy looked good! Then he started pulling out guns out from everywhere! I forget the exact count, but it was more than 20. And most of them were in his companies holsters as well. Not just stuffed in his belt. If your googlefoo is better than mine, maybe you can find the pictures.

Momma may have over reacted, but you don't go around grabbing kids by the hair either. More than enough stupid to go around on both sides.

I fell in love with the .45 Colt cartridge many years ago. Big bullet, big holes. big bang with very manageable recoil. What's not to like? Unfortunately, the traditional Colt style single action revolvers don't fit my hand at all. Not only do I not shoot them worth a crap, the back of the trigger guard beats the holy hell outta the knuckle on my middle finger. It only takes a few shots and I'll be bleeding. Along came Smith & Wesson and I discovered the Model 25. It was love at first shot. Over the years I've acquired several and they are some of my favorite shooters. The one on the bottom right is actually a 25-2 in .45acp. Everything else is .45 Colt. The one on the bottom left is a Model 25-7. These were a limited run made in 1989 featuring a 5" barrel, unfluted cylinder and matte black finish. These are without a doubt the finest and most accurate .45 Colts that S&W ever built. BTW: I also have a Winchester Model 94 Trapper in .45 Colt.

I can't swear to it, but I think the MK25 comes with the short reset trigger from the factory. You might want to check into that. Anyway, I put a SRT kit in my P220 myself. Wasn't difficult at all. BTW: Welcome to TGO!

OUTSTANDING! I'm a huge fan of the S&W Model 25s in .45 Colt and have several. The .45 Colt is good for much more than just Cowboy shooting in Single Actions. Its a great hunting cartridge as well as a formidable self defense round. The S&W revolver brings out its best. Even more so if you reload for it.

I forget exactly where or how much I paid, but several months ago I found this ammo on sale at a very good price and bought 1000 rounds. Its mil-spec NATO issue ammo. I'm using it just for range ammo, but so far its been excellent.

Another vote for the Springfield Range Officer. The absolute best bang for the buck that meets your criteria. First 1911 should Must be a .45acp. Anything less is depriving yourself of the true 1911 experience.

Yeah, that was my thinking too. Constitution carry is a good thing, but the cost is a bit high. Not quite sure how I feel about it now.

If a person from another state which has Constitutional Carry (no actual printed permit or card) is visiting our fair state, can they legally concealed carry here? I know that Tennessee honors all other states permits. I was just wondering what the case was when the is no actual printed permit.

I've only been in one of their stores once and didn't buy anything. No loss to me. One again they prove that this store is correctly named.

I went to the Great American show in Dyersburg last year. Spent all day Saturday there with a friend who had tables. Decent crowd but It wasn't very impressive. I didn't sell anything and didn't bother to go back on Sunday. OTOH they are trying to restart gun shows in towns that haven't had any in 4-5 years. Maybe they'll get things rolling.

The only thing I find surprising is that somebody actually made a big deal out of this and people are getting arrested. Its no news that everything in this country can be bought by those who can meet the price. Frankly, I'm really not that interested. Much ado about nothing to me.

According to the web site they have Field Grades for $650 and Service Grades for $750. Wouldn't be a bad idea to call and see what they currently have in the store.

Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP). Absolutely the best deal on a Garand going. Get your paperwork in order and make a little road trip down to the CMP South Store in Aniston, AL and pick out your own. That's what I did for my first M1 back in 2007. Its well worth the trip.

Sounds like a similar situation to my late wife. For her the answer was a 2" S&W Model 30 in .32 S&W long. Its accurate, easy to handle, very low recoil and totally reliable. The .32 long ain't no powerhouse, but its better than nothing and will get the job done if you do your part.