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Got another Larkin book today, "Survive The Unthinkable" A Total Guide To Women's Self-Protection. Waiting on the other one and will began my journey through all of the 3 books. I will say one of the books is a conversation starter book to equip one to get a discussion started to discuss the content of the other 2 books. As you know most just don't want to discuss or even admit something bad could happen to them. Shall we say closed minded on the subject! Edited to add; I had a family member raped by her neighbor a few years back. Husband left, and she was totally vulnerable and not ready to protect herself, and the dude knew her situation. Can you wife and kids protect themselves if you were taken out of the picture? Just something to think about guys.

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That would be in the early 60's. My dad had a 61 Chevy and I see 2 in that pic. Long time ago.

Too bad these persons that are in charge of schools and other activities where large groups of people are gathered do not realize how true Tim Larkin's statement is. When someone intent on thrusting violence on any subjects, only like kind of violence will stop them. May I say that someone who is there to stops that hater must be on site to stop the perpetrator of the crime "immediately." The police are minutes away and someone can do a lot of damage in those few minutes as we all know. I wish they would arm teachers that volunteer and are "well" trained. My daughters went to school with a x -Marine who carried at school every day he was there. He was the vice principal, and the principal knew he carried. The principal was a veteran also. They were a team to protect our kids. Now they would remove and prosecute a teacher that did that. Just my opinions guys. Those two veterans are long retired now. I am glad to see Nashville installed the bumper guards along the sidewalks in lower broad street to keep someone from driving down the sidewalk and mowing down visitors to that city. Hope they are well thought out and effective. At least seems to me they are trying to combat what has happened in other cities like New Orleans recently. The Govenor passed a bill allowing teachers to carry but communities in TN will not allow teachers to carry. Several states have and their schools have been safe so far. I know nothing is fool proof but there is a deterrent effect that would go along with knowing teachers and other armed security was present and on site. Well just my morning rant guys. Edited to add; Tim has a series of 3 books on this subject. I have all three coming. Got one yesterday.

Very profound statement.

"Violence is rarely the answer, but when it is, it's the only answer."

I have been carrying a 7 shot 357 for years now, JustEd. In my pocket as we speak. I bet my life on it. Did carry my Bodyguard last 2 weeks camping but had a 9 MM close by and at hand. No bears where I was, that I seen.

Wedding, "BIG DENT!" Her reception is over $10,000.00 (120 guest) for starters. Her poor mom and dad. Been doing yard work all morning. We planted 300.00 worth of flowers before we left, and our daughter came over and watered them while we were gone. Of course, my wife brought more home for me to plant, so I been doing that among other things all morning. Hand to put miracle grow on all the smaller plants to give them a little boost plus some others. Done everything I wanted except weed eating. That gets my back now. While out I overhead the Blue Angels flying at the air show in Smyrna. Man, the jets vibrate the ground just from the sound when the afterburners are engaged. My hummingbirds have still stayed around. Got 4 females and 1 male at present. Put fresh nectar and sugar water out for them and they are tearing it up this morning. Have one feeder on the front and one on the back but they still divebomb each other. We have one feeder in the breakfast nook bay window on the back so we can watch them feed, while we feed. It is a mutual thing considering it all. Well, I am in for the day as I am tired. Going to eat some late lunch. Wiffie has gone to town so I will have some Beenie Winnies and crackers. She will fuss but it is good. Will tope them off with a Mini Moon Pie and soft drink. Now you beat that! Have a good afternoon.

Don't all of you hope this never happens in our world? I sure do. Sorry for that guy's family.

Carried the Bodyguard most all the time we were gone and was very easy. Had My MP 9c 2.0 in the truck console for backup. Was parked in campground for the 2 weeks except for the 60-mile drive to and frow. Edited for spelling

Back home Friday afternoon. Had great trip. Came home 2 days early because of expected rain and we have a granddaughter getting married, and grandmom has not purchased a suitable dress yet.

Taking another RV trip today. BersaGuy, going to carry my S W Bodyguard 380 (some think mouse gun) for EDC for the next 14 days. Got it loaded with Hornady Critical Defense 90 GR FTX ammo. I am amazed how good that pistol shoots being so small. Can hardly tell itis in the pocket. Having bad lower back problems, as of late, and need to reduce weight I am carrying on my waist. When I get back I am going to shoot some water jugs with several different ammo brands. Going to see which has the best penetration. When I carried the Colt PocketLite 380 I used Remington Golden Saber with a 102 gr bullet. It penetrated 3 water jugs and dented the 4th which is fair for such a small Caliber. That supposedly works out to about 10" of penetration with some expansion. I was firing it through 2 layers of denim and 2 layers of terrycloth. We been going there for years, with friends, and never had any trouble. Do know it can happen that is why the EDC. I am also taking my S W 9 C 2.0 along in the truck and will be in the RV when we park. It is stocked with Hornady Critical Duty 135 Gr. By the way got to teach 3 young boys how to shoot pistols and revolvers last Saturday. They were city boys 16 to 10 Y O. Started them with the 22 revolver, and they were scared of it. Finally, the oldest went for it and the rest was history. Their dad told me, at church yesterday, they couldn't quit talking about the experience all afternoon. Said they did not realize how much fun it could be. Always like to teach newbies. I shot into water jugs to show them what H P bullets did and we talked about that. They were amazed when the 38 Spl bullet hit the first jug and how it exploded. You guys have a good next 2 weeks.

He revolutionized Duck Hunting/Calling by developing the double reed duck call. He was a Christian. RIP Brother

Got a bunch. Finally seen a red throat yesterday. Have 2 feeders up.

Gas stations are a real problem when one is forced to leave his vehicle for fuel stops. What I been saying all along. I always lock my doors if I walk away from my vehicle. The video is shocking and shows never turn you back on a perp even after you shoot them. By the time the good Samaritan noticed, too late. If one is going to get involved, shoot to stop, as many times as it takes if at all possible. Just read an article on the Underrated 380 ACP written by Lindsey Bertomen in the July/August American Handgunner Magazine I just received in the mail yesterday. His words, "The Most Underrated Cartridge." He is handloading and did quite a bit of experimenting. Said he never got the desired FBI 12" to 18" standard but did get over 12" with all copper Barns bullets and LHigh bullets from the 380. He also discussed the newer LeighHigh type ammo. Said they were the best he could find and said that was the way to go, IHO. Frankly I don't care if my ammo expands very much from a 380.

I stated the 9 MM was better than a 380. To me force figures (Double 9MM over 380) act for shock values. I am not aware of any 380 or 9 MM that will deliver but a minimal amount shock value on a nervous system. The 9 MM has a 25 grain heavier bullet difference, and most likely, if the 380 was shot in a 4" brl, it would raise the FPS on the 380 to be more in line with the 9MM; however still not as high. Saying this, I still know 9 MM is better, but the 380 put in the right place just "MAY" be adequate for a get off me pistol. I am carrying the Bodyguard 380 as backup to the 357. In a given situation, one may be forced into, one may not even have time to draw a backup pistol, but it gives me a measure of comfort to have a New York Reload on board in what I consider a very vulnerable situation, (IE, Fuling up in unknown public places), monkylizard. I may be a little over reactive as I was confronted in a fuel stop in Montgomery Alabama a few years back and I was basically helpless in front of a dunk man of color with the grip of a snubbie sticking out of the dudes pocket. I was outside of my vehicle and my revolver was under the seat. That is why I started carrying on a regular basis. I lost some money but left unharmed. That was not a good feeling for me. Even today I will gladly lose money rather than escalate the same sort of confrontation but also know things can go sideways sometimes. Is that not why many/we all carry? Those possible crossway situations!

I have had both shoulders scoped and had several large bone spurs ground out. Left shoulder had a small tear which they dressed up. Basically had Arthritus in both shoulders. I am 77 and both shoulders are pain free now. To get back to the subject of Bersaguys post. Just went to the Hornady site and looked at Critical Defense for both 380 and 9 MM. 380 Critical Defense FTX HP bullet. 90 Gr bullet from 3" brl 925 FPS 14 to 16" penetration with small wound channel. 9 MM 115 Gr critical Defense FTX 4" brl 1122 FPS 14 1/2 "penetration IMO, either of these calibers will do the job. The 9 MM is better, but the 380 put in the right place will do. Just not that much difference in either. The 380 did have one round that only expanded a minimal amount and traveled to 20" penetration with a very small wound cavity. There is a small difference in barrel lengths which has some bearing on velocity. The 380 tested in a 3 inch brl, 9 MM in a 4 inch brl. That has a different effect on bullet expansion. Also the 9 MM bullet is a 115 gran opposed to the 380 at 90 gr bullet. Guys just not a large overwhelming difference in these 2 calibers. The 9 MM is superior; however, the 380 could very well be adequate.

Not trying to be argumentative or sarcastic here guys. Quote (papa61) If I play the odds, odds are I will never encounter a situation where I need a firearm. If I do, odds are it will be within ten feet and over in three shots. I had been going to the mailbox safely for 30 years prior to my incident. I never expected to run into 3 crack heads (????) while going to the mailbox that day pappa. But I did. If I had known I would have stayed in the house and stretched my knee. I only had 7 on board in my 357 so I would have needed to put them where they would count against 3 attackers. Made me stop and think do I have enough on board???? Tell you the truth, that is why I purchased the Bodyguard 380 as weak side backup when we go RVing. One is really out there when stopping for fuel. Diesel is, most times, always on the ends of the pump islands and as far away as they can be from the office/stop and rob.

Same here. Edited to add; Going an RV trip on, Monday, for 2 weeks.

papa61, you are correct. The 3 guys that got after me were all high on something. Their eyes were dilated and one of the 3 was laughing uncontrollably while exiting the truck. He never stopped laughing even driving away. Two of them were advancing on me very quickly. The driver, who was first in line, never batted his eyes from the time he left the driver seat until he looked back at his monster buddy who had stopped advancing toward me and told him it aint worth getting shot over. The black of the drivers' eyes looked the size of a dime to me. He had already flexed his arms upward and made fist with his hands just before stopping. He was going to knock me into tomorrow if he got close enough. He got to within 25 feet from me before giving it up. I had my hand on my revolver grip and started my draw stroke when big guy spoke up. I was extremely glad when they stopped. I never want to shoot anyone if I can get away. They cursed me until they got down the road. No doubt in my mind, they were crack heads or something. My friend they robbed was always known to carry a big role of cash on him. I talked to him about that.

When one is in his yard and outside, you are very vulnerable. I had an incident several years ago, where 3 guys attacked me while on the way to the mailbox 300 feet away. I was really easy prey as I had just had knee surgery and was mostly walking with the aid of a walking stick, to exercise and rehab my knee. I could not get away from them and they knew it. I was forced to face down the driver and another monster 6" 3" and 280 pounder. Both had fire in their eyes. The monster told his buddy "It ain't worth getting shot over," and that is the only thing that stopped them. I carry even at home now. These thugs left me alone and drove across the hill (4 MI) and attacked a friend, doing the same thing, and beat him and left him lying in his house after robbing and stealing everything they wanted out of his house. He stayed in the hospital 3 weeks and died 1 week after coming home. He was 84 and legally blind. Could only see the ground just in front of his shoes. His son told me his dad died from the beating he took that day. Said his dad never got out of the bed after his beating. Don't think it can't happen guys. A Bersa 380 would have made the difference, Bersaguy. I had a 7 shot 357 in my pocket and would have used if I had been forced too. I am convinced that is the only reason I was not the one receiving the beating. My mistake was not calling the Sherriff and reporting these thugs. Their truck was seen, by neighbors, parked on the side of the road that morning in front of his house. Us old people were taught not to call 911. That is WRONG. CALL ASAP. Edited to add; I tell this story every chance I get. I want people, for sure us old guys, to learn from it and don't be as lame as I was by not calling the Sherriff. Just might have saved my neighbor his beating, and who knows his life.

Prayers for success with the pills DeepSouth.

I looked at a Bersa, at the Franklin gun Shop, and almost purchased it. I made the mistake of purchasing a PPKS instead. Had to get rid of the S W PPKS after it went back to the factory for repairs and it never was reliable with several different ammos I tried. The Bersa would have been a better choice and saved me money and time. I see nothing wrong with 380 and I carried a colt Pocket Lite for 10 years. Just want something bigger now and a lot of the 9 MMs are the size of the little pistols. I wanted the Bodyguard 2.0 380 I just purchased to carry in the weak side for backup pistol. It is filling the need very well for me. I have all the revolvers and pistols I need; it is the want to have thing that always gets me Bersaguy.

I have never owned a derringer.

Scoped rifles are a must for my old eyes as well. My Marlin model 60 22 LR had killed many pesky grey squirrels in its day. Has a Leupold 3X9 scope on it. Deadly on varmints'.