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The irreverent purchases are the best! Have fun with the new toy. Deadpool approved. You may consider getting another one.

I think many of us share that, as I've said here a few times our best bet is Joe to stay put. Harris was the CA AG during its most recent darkest hours and she was actively involved in the legislation. Her views are actual public knowledge. She has plainly and clearly stated them when she was running before she dropped out. Not only is she fully on board with Beto's well known 2A hatred, she is against ALL private gun ownership. Should you be curious, its searchable. I don't think her campaign site is active anymore, but her anti 2A position is documented in various write-ups from that time. Joe seems is a political opportunist kind of anti- 2A guy, while Kamala is a foaming at the mouth 2A hater. My take on this is that Joe can insulate himself by using her as the instrument for much of it. The country is in a very different place compared to 2008. The events of 2020 should really illustrate how these seemingly insane things have gotten traction and developed momentum that has never been seen in the recent past. Don't get me wrong, I dont want or hope any of it does. But in todays very strange environment, thinking it cant happen as its not happened before does not offer a great comfort level.

Ammo and firearms licensing, capture of gun purchases, mandatory waiting periods and quantity / time limits. All things that CA had, or exist in some form other blue states. Having lived thru it, y'all should have concerns. Biden's published plan, which includes assault weapons ban and its next steps are more problematic. Using the practice of bills 'common sense' that first starts with limiting 'how' or 'how much' before moving on to bans and generational elimination controlling the 'what' you buy. Death of a thousand cuts. I have watched the CA legal challenges play out in the 2 years after I left. With the 'freedom week' they got with normal cap mags to the latest assault weapon ban challenges. Y'all should really watch these as well. IIRC, SCOTUS kicked one case back years ago. I suspect they will have to deal with them at some point, but it will be years. The proposed assault weapons ban and it's two options that follow (forced govt purchase or NFA/registration) are effectively a method to eliminate them in a single generation by potentially preventing them to be passed down depending on the 'NFA' provision. CA version make them all non transferable. If they do that, I trust more will sell them to the govt depending on their age. CA this summer has had more legislation to expand the definition of what constitutes 'assault weapon'. Makes sense as the next step to try to move almost everything into over time. On the upside. The cosmetic features have been able to have workarounds allowing limited use. Look up 'featureless' build. They kind of suck, but allow you to to keep them until they revise language. The latest expansion of the definition though is meant to do some of that in.

I don't know what constitutes fact in a future tense, as its just agenda today. Seems the horses mouth is pretty open about plans / agenda. Harris' debate stated plans where more extreme, which is why you best hope Joe stays where he is. Keeping in mind of course that he has to be inaugurated before the poop starts it downhill journey to whatever recess of FB one might be keeping themselves. https://joebiden.com/gunsafety/ Or course, one can hope all that is just political rhetoric to get the nomination without any plan to act on it, but hope is likely all that is in the current environment. I trust FB, if that is one's barometer of reality, will get much more interesting in the 3 months following 1/20 We should start a pool. It would at least make it more interesting. Any idea what we could buy squares for?

Coming to a galaxy really really close.... "...For a safe and secure society..."

Sadly the playbook has already been battle tested and sorted. All the predictions are already laws in states after their long term take down of 2A. The co-opting of the govt that appears to be happening may not be appreciated by the hopeful crowd...or not wanting to see perhaps? That is the difference. 2A is just one of the things going away. 1A already has a large muzzle placed on it by the SJW crowd. Just working their way down the list. As David warns, dont think this cant come to what you may see as a safe haven like TN. CA use to be gun friendly too....long ago. It did not happen right away either. 'It cant happen' ended up with the pro gun guys sitting on their couch wishful thinking vs signing the petitions in 2016. Then we watched the final coffin nails driven in by the SUV driving soccer moms following what they were brainwashed to believe by Facebook and the left media, forcing ammo background checks and assault weapon registration down our throats. Kamala style baby!!! And now she is a heart beat away. I don't believe in coincidence. I fear this story writes itself because its really just a case of plagiarism on a larger scale. Hearts and minds people. How? But I dont think you cant have truth and fairness when .gov owns the propaganda engines.

The issue is the media and the control of the message. The media / social media will be used to control the masses as we have seen over the last year, and most critically over the last week. I want to share the hopeful thoughts, I really do. However I have lived among the ignorant blue masses before coming here. I've seen this happen on a state scale. The ignorant are easily played with proper marketing featuring words like "safety" and "common sense". As the saying goes, never underestimate the power of stupid. 7 million new gun owners is far to few, far to late to factor. Darrell's comments are on point, they have just had the perfect storm to capitalize on. They likely will align any reasonable 2A movement with resent calls labeling conservatives as violent insurrectionist loonatics while holding up the contrary as peaceful examples of democracy. They are using pointed research and messaging, targeting women and younger gens. They are brilliant marketers. This is where the tide needs to be turned. I have no idea how to get the message and education out there. Exactly as Swamp ash says, being calm to get the correct info out to counter the BS. Its a problem of representation and support on these media platforms that are clearly owned by those that bleed blue it would seem. Biden has outright said he will call on the CDC and go with calling guns a health crisis. The issue being what it grants the feds in light of state laws. Will this happen overnight. Of course not. But as we have seen in the blue states, this is all about chipping away and playing long. But the current environment will allow the next chips to be huge chunks. Things they will move on per their own published game plan: Assault weapon and high normal cap mags. While it has happened before, I dont know, thing feels different this time. Where it goes after that...who knows. Biden at least recognized when asked he cant do executive orders that make folks criminals overnight, and the political issue it would cause. That was at least hopeful. And affirms our biggest hope is he survives the next 4 years.

My take on GB is there is no real rhyme or reason, sometimes a seller gets two guys going at it and lucks out. Most of the time, these types of bidders tend to have low feedback. I recently sold a new Marlin 30-30 factory scoped rifle with its box. It was made around 2011. Pre pandemic they ran $700 full retail with dealers selling at mid 400's. Nothing special other than it might have had a couple more steel parts compared to polymer on recent production. In checking GB, only one Marlin 30-30 was listed and it was identical with a very close serial number. Also NIB. It was sitting @ 750 with about 9 days left. Same scenario, couple guys bidding when it stalled 9 days out. I went ahead and listed mine on a 7 day to end before that one. Low starting with a BIN of $800 thinking the other was had to e mostly run out, and one of its bidders may do the BIN to be done with it. Surely that other one couldnt go much over 800 if the current bidders jockeyed for it in the end. Mine sold the day of listing at the BIN and it was not one of the bidders from the other Marlin. I was happy. But I did the thing I should not have done....watched how that other one ended. It stayed @ $750 until the final day. One the final day 2 bidders ran it up to $1500 !! For a run of the mill recent production gun that most would not see as desirable. Most of all not on any politicians endangered list. These two guys were both low count and all I could figure was they got caught up in the bidding frenzy or thought others would not be coming along. I'd bet many dont know how to check prior sales to note these are still coming in with dealers selling them on GB for around retail. Strange times. But if one is inclined to reduce inventory, its a good time to sell.

It’s always been a little insane, it’s just that its been off it’s meds for most of a year. I expect the show will get even more entertaining in the next couple months. I would be really curious what the total volume of dollars sold thru GB the last year.

So it looks like I really need to clean up my email, but good or bad I found some of the pics. Had some of the bolt differences too, in case someone is curious what passes for the bolts current standard. To be fair, that is a contract part, and it was probably farmed out to a day 1 machinist or the cheapest place they could find overseas I personally avoid posting these on sites just to bash or start something. And I hope any limited personal use offers the context they did offer to address it (the barrel not the bolt) after acknowledging it was more of an extreme, though they now find the general practice Ok on a commercial rifle. As to close up's, there is no dedicated studio quality AR chamber camera attachment for cell phones as far as I know, so they have to deal with what the magnifier app could do. The purpose wasn't to argue with fanboi's but convey the general issue to the maker without removing the barrel. This is as received. The green paint being from M855 they test with. On the bolt, noticed the chatter / scalloping on the bolt lugs, and the elimination of the relief cut. I took one of another bolt for comparison when a friend was asking for parts advise. Use to be you would buy Colt bolts for other rifles, but I would pass on the new ones unless they go back to whoever their supplier was before the new hot mess.

Well I know, how notoriously bad my word can be, so I dont blame em While I didnt keep the pics on my phone, it occurs to me there is an outside change I may have the email where I sent them. Of course, if someone is saying they demand proof, I suspect nothing will satisfy them as they likely are blinded by some misguided brand loyalty. I'll check in the AM.

It was a rifle I had. When you say source, as in who at Colt told me that is the newer MO? It was Tim, who was there CS liason forever. But he moved on after there last draw down around the time they said they weren’t going to make commercial rifles for an unspecified time. I don’t have any pics of it, they swapped the barrel so no point to keep them.

Offering another data point. I was fine with original spring in my 509T from 115 thru 158gr with and without a can. Luck of the draw perhaps. Nice they offer it for those that may encounter the problem. This is the best $20 you can spend for its generous spring rates. Works with or without the Apex bits. However I dont recommend the striker spring. It takes off big weight, but cant fire NATO spec primers reliably. IMO, if a striker gun ends up ammo picky with a given striker spring, dont use it. https://www.mcarbo.com/fn-509-trigger-spring-kit.aspx Enjoy your new toy.

Good reminder to be vigilant, especially this time of year with other distractions. Beware Fedex labeled texts. My wife had been getting very convincing looking Fedex tracking texts, but had the presence to have me look at it knowing I have a Fedex account and get them regularly. These came from a phone number versus an automated account, spelled and formatted consistent with the real ones. Parts of the bogus link's URL were close. Perfect for current events having people mail ordering so much, would easily fool those without a Fedex account. Probably the best phishing item I've ever seen. Also been getting Wells Fargo texts, but since we dont have accounts with them, no need to check any further.

I trust no one wants further regulation, worse the subjective BS interpretation by field agents this opens the door to. But its clear where this ends. Those that have been predicting it were on the money. The ATF doesnt give a squirt about anyone's opinion, that is a smoke show. When I see this kind of information fishing from this kind of agency, I see it as a form of discovery where they know informed and smart opposition arguments will come after weeding out the junk. Allowing for better defense as they go forward with their clear plan to reclass braced weapons as SBR's. I wont help their lawyers. If you think your local govt reps will actually help or it just makes you feel like you did what you could, that is the better avenue. If you're one to look at the silver lining, as your pistols become SBR's overnight (maybe you were on the fence about doing a form 1), at least you have a fast track and a free tax stamp. exerpt: "an expedited application process and the retroactive exemption of such firearms from the collection of NFA taxes" .

Sorry to hear that. Best wishes for a speedy recovery. Give that bug hell !

It’s a good bet that it’s not the new gun owners that are sustaining the supply problem. While they were a good part of gun supply problems which became the media darling, they don’t think in terms of buying thousands of rounds. the speculators were the ones doing the heavy damage early on, and will continue to some degree. But even they are not the ones that are going to drive this long term as their numbers are decreasing as profit margins grow. the real problem group to keep the sustained pressure on to make this drawn out are the gun crowd who say ‘never again’. They drain supply as it comes back and prices get more reasonable. A secondary run on hoarding. Plus those stock piling for future speculation.

While I hope its the short term, I had to go > 1yr. The last time was simply fear mongering without questionable capacity. Now we have the perfect storm. I'd also say the manufacturers learned their lesson last time. They will not push out the surpluses we saw 2014 to 2015.

Outside those lovely thoughts, I have seen more than a few folks question if the agent as the collector, actually remits all the revenue to the state. The end result is, the non dealer sellers who formerly were not collecting taxes will by adding to base amounts or somehow by stating add ons like transaction fees since they know they will get tapped for it on the backend. Buyers pay more because seller cost goes up for non dealer base transactions where sellers where not adding in taxes. Or seller do as many did on ebay, and just stop using it. A Loose loose The bad part is some of the more unique or rare items are sitting in private collections

Most assuredly, when referencing the appropriate article and or use of Google fu. https://support.gunbroker.com/hc/en-us/articles/1260800233069-Marketplace-Facilitator-Sales-Tax-Collection GunBroker.com will update this document as new information is available. Check back regularly. Last Update: December 4, 2020 GunBroker.com will implementing the new Marketplace Facilitator Internet Sales Tax regulations on January 1, 2021. As a marketplace, GunBroker.com will be required to collect and remit sales tax on all sales according to the state law. What is a Marketplace Facilitator? A Marketplace Facilitator is defined as an entity that provides a forum for sellers to promote their sale of physical property, digital goods, and services and is compensated for these services. As such, GunBroker.com is deemed to be a Marketplace Facilitator for sellers on the site. What if I am a private seller and not a business? Even as a private seller, you will have to collect and remit sales tax on your items. When the buyer completes the checkout process the appropriate tax will be calculated for the order. This tax will be paid to you as part of the payment you receive. In a manner similar to how you pay your GunBroker.com fees, GunBroker.com will bill and collect the sales tax amount from you. GunBroker.com, because of marketplace facilitator legislation, is required to report and remit the tax to the individual states for the transactions on the site. How will this flow? GunBroker.com will capture and record the sales tax related to each order. You will then remit that sales tax to GunBroker.com in the same manner as your monthly fees. These amounts will be periodically billed and collected via your payment method on file. GunBroker.com will remit the amounts collected to each state as the marketplace facilitator. Will I have to change my listings? No. On January 1, 2021 the GunBroker.com checkout process will begin charging sales tax on all orders. No changes to your listings will need to be made. Any existing tax information on your listings will be overridden by the new process.

If folks have not seen this yet/ GB will be collecting sales tax on completed auctions from the seller, including private party listings. Similar to eBay and Amazon. Previously, it was left to seller to follow applicable laws. For those planning on either buying or selling something, who may be concerned about this should plan timing accordingly. Not advocating for avoidance, just an FYI as some have strong feelings about private party sales and taxation.

^^^^ x 10. I'd recommend doing this before you build, especially if you dont plan on getting to it right away. I have gotten into the practice of doing a thorough spec check on part arrival as I have noticed increasing defect rates over the last 3 to 4 years. Irrespective of expense and brand. With todays turnarounds, its especially important. The barrel check mentioned is a great start. I'll add a few more that I run through on parts as they also effect BCG and stacking tolerance. 1. Check upper extension pin slot for spec. Out of spec allows the extension to overclock also leading to bolt lug contact and peening. Pin gages are best, spec .126 +.002. Interference fit at .125+ is ideal. I recently had an upper that was at .137. Manufacturer is a big name and due to their design it could not be shimmed. They stopped production to run thru as they prod staff had a WTF moment when they inspected it. 2. Ideal extension placement is flush fit of extension to the inside receiver face. If you get any setback your BCG runs forward and the stacking tolerance could have your carrier not push the buffer off the detent pin, resulting in the buffer face having hammering against the pin on each firing cycle. 3. BCG carrier flush to rear of the receiver pretty much guarantees your stacking tolerance would be an issue for the item above. 4. bolt to carrier resistance should support carrier weight when held on end and better if its got a bit more resistance. Carriers coatings allowance sometimes are high so diameter allows excess ring blow by leading to being undergassed. Gas system stuff is its own novel.

So that's what must mean by social distancing. Hmm. If it was not marked, almost all old Com block (especially Yugo) had corrosive primers, so like Greg says, hose that baby down. Still waitin for those pics

Pictures man! Pictures! Its a great round and fun to shoot. I know the gun is more capable than I've gotten out of my Romanians (T33) as my eyes no longer tolerate the very narrow gaps in old style mil spec sites like when I was younger. Like Garufa says, the safety on the others are something of a hot mess. Something that looks like they gave it to some 5th graders to hack together. But I have been lucky and mine have worked. But I know better to use them as they disintegrate with wear. Look forward to the pics!

Though I have never met him, the tight group of folks in that area speak volumes to what a loss this is. Its tragic when good folks go to soon. Rest Peacefully SteelHarp. Great videos posted. All of a sudden that screen makes sense. What a talent.