[BHP]

I have a Mark III very similar to yours. In my opinion, the BHP is the the best 9mm ever made. You're gonna love it! 

[CMP 1911s: Sent in your application?]

Aside from the fact that the guns are historic, bear in mind that this sale itself is a historic event. This is the first time in over 50 years that the government has released 1911s for sale to the public. There are a lot of congress critters in Washington who are really pissed that this is happening. In fact, they would like to do away with the CMP all together. Its because of them that there are hoops to jump through and yearly allotments. At the current rate, there are enough pistols to keep sales going for 10 years or more. However, bear in mind that this could all change with the next election. Get 'em while you can. 

[Alcoholism]

I've had to deal with a couple of alcoholics in my life. The best intentions in the world won't help. You have to make yourself stand back and let them fall. They can only be saved when they are ready. 

As a young man, I was headed in that direction. Not quite there, but I was at the stage where one drink, more often than not, led to one too many. Luckily, fate stepped in and I've now been dry for close to 40 years.

[CMP 1911s: Sent in your application?]

I'm just curious if anybody else has sent in an application packet to buy a CMP 1911? 

I had originally thought that I'd let this year pass and wait to see the guns people actually got. However, I now find that those names who don't make the cut this year will be rolled over to next year in the same order they were picked.  Presumably, this will continue for following years. Simply put, if you're number 8001 this year, you'll be number 1 next year. 

I'm thinking that CMP will get more than enough applications to fill orders for at least the next several years. So its best to get on the list now. My packet went out in today's mail. 

Anybody else? 

[Painting Pistol Grips]

A couple of years ago I acquired a used gun with some sort of black plastic aftermarket grips on it.  The first time I cleaned it I noticed a small white spot on the grips. Cleaned a little harder and the spot got bigger.  I soon realized that the grips we actually white in color and had been spray painted black. Good old Hoppe's was taking the paint right off and they ended up looking like crap.  

I did consider repainting them.  I figured the Fusion brand would probably be the best shot as its made specifically for plastics.  But instead I just bought some nice wood grips for the gun. Whatever you try, make sure its chemical resistant. Otherwise, they may end up like mine did.  

 

[National Preparedness Month - Are you prepared?]

I learned quite a few lessons back in 2003 when "Hurricane Elvis" hit. I was one of the lucky ones and my power was only out for about 5 days. I had the gear and basically just set up camp inside the house.  It was awkward for a while, but I got through it fairly comfortably with just what I already had on hand. 

What surprised me was that most of my neighbors didn't have so much as a old fashioned mechanical can opener and had no choice but to bug out to wherever thy could find someone with power to take them in. Some even ended up staying in expensive hotels well outside the damage zone and eating out for every meal. That cost them a bunch of money. 

Further, at that time I was still a city employee and we were running on the disaster plan 12-16 hours a day trying to deal with the mess. 

I vowed right then that I'd never get caught off guard again.  

 

[Question about selling at a gun show:]

I'd like to know what ya got for sale. Unfortunately, I'm plumb at the other end of the state. 

[Question about selling at a gun show:]

The Memphis Agri-Center tried that required background check for RK Shows about a year or so ago. It might have lasted one show, but as near as I can tell, nobody is pushing it and nobody is enforcing it. 

[School fundraisers]

UGH! Roadblocks!  I hate those!  Teaching kids to stand on corners to beg for money instead of working to achieve their goals.  

Of course for some it may be good training for their future. 

[This sucks!]

Damn! What a shame. I loved his work. 

[Does Tennessee need a Soccer team and new stadium??]

Soccer? meh..... 

[Shipping a handgun within the state?]

Good grief! What happened here?  My old thread got dredged back up and folks are fussin' at each other? 

For the record: the gun I was talking about turned out to not be the one I'm looking for. So I passed anyway, regardless of the shipping question.

Chill out folks.  

 

[Coonan Arms .357 magnum 1911]

I got to shoot a Commander sized model about 15 years ago. The grip is longer front to back to accomadate the longer .357 cartridge. Takes a little getting used too, but wasn't bad. The gun shot well and ran like a champ. I seem to recall that it was limited to 125gr jacketed bullets. I can't remember why? 

[My old body armor from 1995]

Back around 2001 I was at a shoot and the property owner had an old out of date vest. We wrapped it around an upright post and commenced to shooting it with whatever we had. It stopped all the handgun rounds, but rifle bullets zipped right through. 

I shot it with one of my heavy 300gr .45 Colt loads. It stopped the bullet, but buried the fabric 1 1/2" into the post. 

[Music groups-Bands from 60's and 70's]

Thanks bersaguy. I knew it was right about then, but couldn't remember the exact date. 

 

[Music groups-Bands from 60's and 70's]

Wild Cherry was pretty much a one hit wonder. But it was a great one. I think everybody was singing that song. 

 

 

[Vintage Gun Photos]

Uh..... There don't appear to any bolts in those rifles. 

[Music groups-Bands from 60's and 70's]

Also when did Jimi tour anywhere south of the Mason Dixon line?

I saw Jimi Hendrix perform at the Mid- South Colosseum in Memphis.  I don't remember the exact year, but it was the late 60s. One Hell of a show! 

[Music groups-Bands from 60's and 70's]

I agree with most of the picks so far. But I've always been a big fan of that little band from Texas. 

 

And surely, there's gotta be some Deadheads here!  

 

[Millennial Couple Bikes Through ISIS Territory to Prove ‘Humans Are Kind’ and Gets Killed]

Two snowflakes melted by the heat of hatred. 

[[FLASHLIGHTS] Streamlight Protac HL 5-X, Protac HL USB, Users?]

I have no experience with those particular models, but I have used other Streamlight products over the years and love them. Very high quality at reasonable prices. Tough as nails too. 

There's a very old Scorpion that still sees use around the house. When I was still working, a Stylus Pro was in my shirt pocket and used every day. And a Micro-Stream rides in my pants pocket as part of my daily carry gear. Despite hard, daily use, I've never managed to break one or wear it out. I highly recommend Streamlight. 

[Shipping a handgun within the state?]

Ok. I was offered a handgun I've been wanting, but its at the other end of the state. Going to get it is just impractical. I guess I'll just have to pass. 

[Shipping a handgun within the state?]

I believe I read somewhere that its legal to ship a handgun from one individual to another if its within the same state. No FFL transfer needed. Is this true? If so, can anyone provide details or cite  the law? 

[Disturbing Info about our Vaunted Leader]

Sauces are one thing I can agree on. A good steak don't need no help. 

Uh Dave? I'm on your side. Remember that when the cuttin' starts. 

[Disturbing Info about our Vaunted Leader]

Well chunk rocks at me if you will, but I like mine medium well. Blood is for vampires.