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You should go just a little more, and get a Ruger. You'll be happier with your purchase (out of the box.) RIA is good, but totally unrefined.

Going to 600 yd, 1-8 would satisfy me. FFP is great. Several really good choices in LPVO; seems to be the "new" thing. Make sure you get a true 1x, if you'll use it in competition.

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There is a lot about over gassing online. A suppressor can cause over gassing. There are adjustable gas blocks from Seekins, and an adj from Superlative that also has a bleed off system. There are charging handles that cause gas deflection forward (away from the face) that also reduce over gassing issues and there are gas adjustable bolt carrier groups. The effects of over gassing, like additional recoil, can be partially mitigated with a heavier buffer spring. And, there are BCGs that withstand tougher usage, like from Sharps Rifle Company. Or, Simethicone! (;>)

Sorry I missed it. It's really difficult to regulate my schedule for early (to me) classes. One of these days, maybe …..

I have a Shield V1, and a 4.25" 2.0. The 2.0 trigger is really better. The grip of the 2.0 is fantastic, as long as you wear a T-shirt. Some people have thought the texture to be too sharp. I like it a lot, especially after some use. I never carry the shield unless I'm wearing summer type clothes. I wish I had waited for the 4" 2.0, but the 4.25" stows fine IWB and good enough OWB (with a slightly higher chance of printing.)

You may be able to get a "Console Vault" to fit, if your car has a console.

Seems you got a reasonable deal. This is where having an insurance adjuster pays off. They can strong arm contractors.

Thanks, Garufa. I did tell each of the 5 (so far) contractors that it was a non-insurance replacement. Your idea of buying the materials is a good one that I have tried on other things. But, usually, the vendor makes some $$ on mark up, and they ding you on all the other crap to make up the difference; plus they get perks from their vendors that they don't want to forfeit. Often, any warranty is void, without the contractor making the purchase. So, it winds up a wash.

Thanks for the Pitch multiplier, Navy Chief. I knew I was close. I did consider a metal roof, but the number I got was twice that of even architectural shingles. You are very correct about the worry part. All the big shingle manufacturers have had lawsuits over their products, and warranty. Turns out this is MUCH more difficult than the HVAC purchase. BTW, my 20 yr shingles have held up well for 18 yrs, but I'm trying to replace them before I have a leak or other problem.

$11k for a 2,000 sq' house seems to be about $350 per square? If you multiply 2000x1.34(pitch) and add 10% for overhang and fudge factor, you wind up with aprrox. 2948 sq' of roofing (disregarding length or width.) 2948x$350=$10,318.00 That gives a premium for the more professional contractor. Sounds right to me.

Hey! I need a little help. I've been looking online for roofing cost, but the numbers are all over the place. How much should a roof cost on a ranch house in Rutherford County? 3$/sq ft is one estimate that I have seen. I've also seen $250 to $350 per square (100sq ft.) It would be great, also, if someone knows a formula for roofing sq footage based on a 6:12 pitch. The best figure I could extrapolate from an example on the net is a factor of around 1.3. Thanks for your kind assistance.

Sorry, but could you elaborate?

Not trying to crap on your sentiment; it is very valid! I'm giving a thumbs up to your post. But, I feel the need to add something. There is always a Yin AND a Yang. And, I hope implication is not that people would disregard a biker's safety, because of his/her appearance. I'm a rider. We should ride like everyone is out to kill us. People are not "tuned" to watch for motorcycles. It doesn't matter what someone thinks about anyone else, each individual has rights, but accidents happen; the outcome is just much worse for the biker. And, I gotta say...… seems like most motorcycle accidents that I've heard about, recently, are single vehicle (rider fault.) I've been in a truck, and had a biker cut so closely in front of me that it caused me to hard brake (trying to avoid the bike.) Younger people, whether in a car, or on a bike think they are immortal. I've also been on my bike, and had another motorcyclist create a dangerous situation close by. I have also been nearly compromised by 4 wheelers and even 18 wheelers. Fortunately, I have a decent survival instinct. I can almost feel the hair rise, on my neck, close to intersections. I avoid the blind spot of 18 wheelers, even if it means briefly exceeding the speed limit. I have had to give up my right of way to avoid vehicles encroaching into my lane. Let's get to the point that the public is "tuned" to watch for all vehicles, but let's not ride a bike as though we were in an SUV.

Don't go cheap and get the Peltor 300s, IMHO the 500s should be the minimum. They are OK outdoors, if you are standing away from other shooters. But, if I'm in a bay next to someone, I have to wear plugs, also. IDPA indoor matches are a place that I feel I'd like better gunshot protection, but I don't have to double up. Hearing conversation is really good, though. On the other hand, I'll sell you my 300s, so I can get the 500s. :>}

Remember: All sales are emotional. We come up with all sorts of logic and justification, but the decision is emotional. Personal vehicles may be more indicative of this truth than most examples. If someone WANTS to buy something that they can't afford, I'm not going to talk them out of it, as long as they qualify. I don't know if it will be the motivation for them to work harder, get a better paying job, etc.. Know the buying signals. Once a customer gives the buying signal, SHUT UP, they will sell themselves. That is the time to try an assumptive close (like sliding the contract over to them) or get the finance guy involved. And, remember that buyer's regret is a very real thing. You must keep in touch with customers. I know it can be time consuming, boring and you'll have to help with some product complaints. But, past customers, along with family and friends, are your very best source for referrals and new sales. Good Luck.

There is an uproar from the local black community over a recent shooting. A newish cop shot a guy that was running away from a car. The runner, however, had just been involved in a shooting (from that car.) The cop had to assume that he was still armed, and a danger to him or the community (I thought.) Is this uproar another black "selective enforcement" ploy, or was the shooting justified, as you intimate above?

The suspect fled. Store owner would definitely be charged for shooting the perp in the back.

Are you guys also members of the Tennessee Firearms Assoc.? Read about the "self defense immunity" law in the news lately, from FL? TFA has tried to introduce legislation in TN, to keep (truly) defensive shooters from having to get involved with the "system." They need more members, influence, etc.

I have had excellent results with 18625 rechargeable batteries. I like Panasonic, Fenix, Olight and others. Any flashlight manufacturer that makes their own batteries is a good bet. I also use rechargeable 123 alternatives (18350?). No problems, so far; there is a difference in power and duration with the really cheap ones, so I stick with known names.

If you want to read a good outdoor writer, check out "Jaguars Ripped My Flesh," and several other books by Tim Cahill. He has recently been published in "Outside" magazine. But, I'm totally with you on the advertising. I subscribed to Recoil Magazine which seems to be 99 ad related to every educational page.

Andrew Branca is also doing an in depth analysis of the new show "Rest in Power: The Trayvon Martin Story." Branca followed the whole trial as it happened. His draft analysis of the first episode is pretty good. TheLawofSelfDefense .com/Trayvon for more info. Branca is a little too full of himself, and too self promoting, but he knows his stuff.

No update, so, if you haven't purchased a knife yet..... I would suggest you go to one of the gun stores to look at any knives they might have. I know they just about all carry Benchmade. I have a Griptillian, but for carry, I like the mini-Barrage spring assist. It is small enough to be easy to carry and accessible. My arthritic hands like it even better than the Griptillian. Knives are like everything else (to each his own,) and they can be expensive. Good luck in your search for that special knife.

Branca's 8/1 show had a really good explanation of the difference between Stand Your Ground and Self Defense Immunity, (which often get conflated or misused.) You can watch the 30 minute production for free at The Law of Self Defense Patreon page for about 24 hrs. Stand Your Ground was misused by a lot of media, and even the Florida sheriff in a recent shooting that made the news.