Jamie Jackson

If you are asking me owejia, we keep unscented liquid bleach, dry bleach tablets to reconstitute to liquid bleach, and iodine tablets on hand. I would only use these with a questionable water source and/or after running funky looking water through a sand filter first. I also have 2 rain barrels (50 gallons) and a 50 gallon water barrel in the garage and treat or replace that water annually. I also keep a few 5 gallon water containers in the basement pantry. Katrina taught me you can never have enough safe drinking water on hand... I've had iodized water before and don't particularly care for the taste...but what the heck if you need it. I've also had too much chlorinated water via Water Buffalo's as a Corpsman back in the day. Those boys never could get the ratio right! I'we keep Life Straws in our GHB (Get Home Bags) and well as a Berkey Sport Bottle with the black filter. https://shop.lifestraw.com/collections/frontpage/products/lifestraw https://www.amazon.com/Berkey-GSPRT-22-Ounce-Purification-Bottle/dp/B00BWIWX9K You can usually find the Life Straw and Berkey Sport cheaper as they tend to have specials and sales periodically.

As it relates to the pivot point you mentioned, I've found carrying a G 19 in a G 17 holster to have worked very well for me. If the holster is correctly designed and executed (i.e. appropriate covering of the trigger guard and appropriate retention capabilities), the small amount of extra length mitigates the "tilting" issue you describe. I've found this with leather holsters (The Leather Arsenal Elmer McEvoy and Kramer horsehide) and Kydex holsters such as my current Dale Fricke Seraphrim and a Dark Star Gear that has a bit of extra length for my S&W Shield. I use an item called an Extra Girth Adapter for the Seraphrin and my Fricke Archangel. It's a foam wedge attached to the inside base of the holster that also helps pivot the top of the gun into the wearer's side and aides in concealing the grip. I've made my own devices such as this for some time now out of foam. But I do carry appendix fwiw. I've never used a hybrid holster before, but have read several accounts from trusted people like Greg Ellifritz, mentioning the potential for the leather portion to weaken over time and wear and create the setting for an unintentional discharge when reholstering the handgun. Even though we should make certain our holsters are clear of obstructions when reholstering, bunched up weakened leather that could engage the trigger is not something most of us think of. Best of luck in your search.

I keep my "John Wayne" on my primary keychain. It's from a box of C Rats from around '74. Awesome tool! We use a Swing-a-way can opener and have for close to 30 years. We don't even own an electric can opener. I'm unsure of current production quality, but ours is built like a tank and extremely easy to use. I can't recommend a Berkey water filter system enough. We have the "Big Berkey" and it's been in daily use approaching 10 years now. We certainly keep alternate water purification options available and have a sand filter bucket device to filter out gross water contaminants. It's simply sand in two 5 gallon buckets. Rain barrels give ready water for washing and toilet flushing. @Shorty nailed it! Gotta practice with what you have. You'll have enough stress in your life if/when the time comes without having to learn a new skill. Swing-a-way: https://www.amazon.com/Swing-Way-107BK-Compact-Opener/dp/B07FT38MCJ/ref=asc_df_B07FT38MCJ/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=241956196713&hvpos=1o6&hvnetw=g&hvrand=10548642088821312661&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9013463&hvtargid=pla-544861391647&psc=1 Berkey link: http://www.directive21.com/products/big-berkey-water-filters/

It looks like Mac was certainly right on the manslaughter charge. And my condolences to all involved. It's definitely a tragic situation. The details will come out in the trial. http://www.foxnews.com/us/2018/09/09/dallas-cop-who-killed-man-in-his-home-charged-with-manslaughter.html

I'm really sorry about your situation Steelharp. Life will throw curve balls at us sometimes my friend. I've dodged quite a few myself. Have you considered the possibility of entering the Healthcare field? There are many avenues to approach it, and I don't know your particular life situation, but I've met people from all over our country and at pretty much every age and occupational background entering my field. Being an RN I have the privilege of precepting new hires in my department. While a person may not get rich at my level and in my niche, the work comes with a livable salary and more importantly benefits and health insurance. My field also allows the opportunity to work pretty much anywhere and for the most part as often as you'd like. I've done travel assignments all over the country. Heck...That's how I landed in TN back in '06. Many hospitals have some form of tuition reimbursement to help staff members further their educational potentials if desired. Just kicking this into the "thought-mix" and wishing you the best. Jamie

Great info already in this thread. And Welcome to TGO RShores! I believe you'll find a very knowledgeable, fair, and accommodating group of buyers and sellers here on TGO. Most are willing to travel within reason. I've met quite a few pretty darn awesome folks via these processes as well. Please bear in mind that we are right in the middle of what many refer to as the "Trump Slump" and it's effect can be seen on everything gun related...Ammo pricing, Firearms, Training etc. But it's just part of "The Cycle" we in the gun community have seen for years. You may well be aware of all this, but I thought I'd toss it out nonetheless. My point is even with fair pricing it may take a bit of time to sell an item..maybe not! But be patient, summer is generally slower, midterm elections always have some effect one way or another...but I've enjoyed and appreciate having access to this community and it's members. TGO David has a "sticky" post in the classifieds that is well worth reading: Again, Welcome and the best of good fortune to you. Jamie

Well, I'm a Glock guy as that's what I've been shooting the past few decades, so there's that. But as I've mentioned in another thread, I would go with milling the slide to insure a solid attachment of the RDS. I've elaborated more on my personal reasoning already. Here's a couple of links to the folks I looked to while considering to have my 17 milled. Gabe Suarez has been a huge proponent of RDS, the RMR in particular, for quite some time now and therefore has seen a lot of them run though his many classes. I know Gabe can be considered "controversial" by some, but it's difficult to argue with his experience imho. http://blog.suarezinternational.com/2016/01/the-problem-with-the-mos-pistols.html Another excellent resource for your consideration is Scott "Jedi" Jedlinski of the Modern Samurai Project. http://www.modernsamuraiproject.com/about.html And then there's Aaron Cowan of Sage Dynamics and his incredible study on RDS on pistols for Law Enforcement. https://lockedback.com/results-4-year-handgun-red-dot-study-sage-dynamics/ I read countless articles and watched many vids from these sources while trying to decide if I really wanted to make the investment in both time and money. Glad I did.

I can appreciate your trepidation my friend. I had fired a few RMR equipped handguns in the past, but it wasn't until I was able to dry fire one daily (or as near as I could set aside the time) that I saw it was more than a workable solution for me. I'm 64, wear bifocals, and those darn iron sight just kept getting more out of focus for some reason LOL. It is a big decision no doubt, and a bit of an investment. I picked up my RMR for around $450, already owned the Gen 3 Glock 17. I choose ATEi for the milling based on their reputation and was not in any manner disappointed. I talked with them on the phone several times and they were very helpful in answering questions and providing information. I choose to have the slide milled because of 2 reasons: (1) the RMR would set just a little lower allowing the multiple reps of draw stroke I've done over the years to bring the dot into alignment for me...as long as I am consistent. (2) the milling should give a more stable platform, meaning less opportunity of the RMR to move which seems to be the culprit behind the "dot flicker" so often mentioned on the interwebs. That's a lot of repeated inertia for a sight to dealing with, riding on a reciprocating slide... So far so god as they say. The ATEi fit is tight. I sent the RMR along with the slide to them and they milled/fitted my RMR nicely. My only compliant is with myself. I wish I had done this long ago. But as has been mentioned by many others here on TGO, the technology is just now approaching viability. I honestly think we'll see Red Dot sights on handguns become as ubiquitous as they are on rifles/carbines in the near future. PM if you plan a trip North towards Knoxville. Good luck with your decision. Jamie

Well, I'm up in Knoxville, but you're welcome nonetheless. I was fortunate enough to borrow an RMR'd 19 for 3 months prior to sending my 17 off to ATEi. Awesome work btw! Consistency of presentation is a key from what I've learned through dry fire at least 5 days per week. 15-20 minutes of dry fire makes a huge difference. Even 5-10 minutes a day is something we all can do. Not I admit that my experience is limited as I am still very much in the learning cycle on this. I only have about 2000 live rounds down range with an RMR'd Glock. But I've found through dry fire practice if I do what I should do the RMR does what it should do (be immediately visible). I've also found I can track the dot during recoil fairly easily. And shooting one beyond 10 yards is like cheating. I was already slow, so the RMR hasn't made that any worse LOL. I think Randy Harris aka @ Cruel Hand Luke occasionally does Red Dot Sight pistol classes. One would speed up the learning curve significantly I'm certain.

I haven't seen anyone mention Donovan yet. While quirky he produced some excellent music. My favorite album, released by him around '69-'70 was Barabajagal. Several musicians of note were in the studio for that one. Jeff Beck, Graham Nash etc. I enjoyed the whole album. Speaking of albums...remember when you purchased music and actually enjoyed the entire album? Not just purchasing and downloading one song at a time?

I was completely taken aback as well. I'd never heard of Stevie Nicks and was expecting music akin to Peter Green's Fleetwood Mac! I always preferred Christy McVie's voice anyway, but it was an excellent show. Bare Trees and Mystery to Me are still 2 of my favorite albums. Great taste you have there Sir! I had a disappointing experience with Boz Scaggs when I saw him in London around the same time. I was expecting blues such as when he did "Loan Me a Dime" (awesome song). He came out on stage dressed like a Holiday Inn lounge performer, sit on a stool and performed like one. I felt betrayed...

I was very fortunate to be in the right places at the right time(s) hipower. I've seen several other bands already mentioned but I'm trying not to be too redundant. This thread is definitely a walk down memory lane my friend. Band's I didn't see, haven't seen mentioned, but wish I could have seen: Traffic Blind Faith Cream Derek and the Dominos Kris Kristofferson The Byrds Delaney and Bonnie and Friends and many, many others...

Oh Hell yeah! Dancing Madly Backwards A Thousand Days of Yesterday My favorite: Sufficiently Breathless I was blessed to see: Queen opening for Mott the Hoople in Memphis '74 Jefferson Airplane transitioning to Starship at Winterland in San Francisco '75 Pink Floyd Animals tour Wembly arena '77 Fleetwood Mac Rumors tour Rainbow Theater Eagles Hotel California Tour Wembly How about Commander Cody and His Lost Planet Airmen? "Down to seeds and stems again blues" New Riders of the Purple Sage Frank Zappa and the Mothers Dr. Hook and the Medicine Show... they opened for themselves dressed and playing as a heavy metal act. Phenomenal musicians! Crazy as hell too. Probably drugs LOL Devo....sometimes you just need to "Whip It" It was an incredible musical era indeed.

I finally have time to reply and totally agree on The Band my friend. I'm just a long time admirer of Duane Allman's studio guitar work. Especially when he play on "Loan Me a Dime" with Boz Scaggs. I only "kinda"saw the Band once. It was Grath Hudson, Levon Helm and Tim Drummond along with Neil Young and Bob Dylan. It was at an outdoor concert at Kezar Stadium in San Francisco.. They played an awesome version of "The Weight". I'm certain I had a great time...but it was 1975 and some details may be sketchy.

Rich Davis (founder and developer of Second Chance) was a larger than life individual and near evangelical in his desire to get workable, and wearable, body armor into the hands of LEO's. Those videos are remarkable indeed. Trivia: Rich Davis was friends with John Ross and is quite obviously mentioned as "Davis Richards" in Ross's Book "Unintended Consequences".

I have no doubt that she's singing in that Heavenly choir right now! What an awesome lady. One of my favorites of her's (and there are many actually) is her cover of the Band's song "The Weight" with Duane Allman on slide! Incredible. @Whisper nailed it! No self respecting Mississippi boy, such as myself, could have claimed to have ever listened to actual Music and not know the story of Robert Johnson. His incredible influence on the development of Rock & Roll is without question. RIP Aretha! You'll be missed!

As GTG and others have mentioned. This is the slow season. Just wait until the weather cools or the mid-term election gets closer. I've found folks to be very reasonable and accommodating here on TGO.

btq is right and a bit more info would be helpful as well. I also agree with my friend GTG and Erik that Com-Tac makes some solid gear. I use their mag carriers in particular. Have you decided if you want inside the waistband, outside the waistband, or appendix carry? Do you have a purpose made belt? In my humble opinion a purpose made belt is the foundation of a quality carry system. The "best" holster made is sub-optimal if it doesn't have a mated belt. The belt must (obviously) fit the belt loops of the holster and must fit your perceived needs, manner of dress and comfort. Holsters. There is a reason most of us have a "holster box". Holsters are similar to shoes, a person generally needs to try and find whats works best for them, so I can appreciate why you are asking for suggestions on this. I carry AIWB and have for a number of years. So my bias is towards the makers I use for that carry position. I'm currently carrying a Glock 17 with RMR and I'm using a Dale Fricke Seraphim matched with a Milt Sparks leather belt. Prior to my RMR'd Glock I carried a G 19 in a Dale Fricke Archangel on a Greg Kramer belt. I also have a Dark Star Gear AIWB "Hitchhiker" for my S&W Shield. But appendix is not a position I recommend to anyone. That's a conclusion that the individual needs to come to on their own, based on their needs and experience. There are inherent risks associated with all carry positions and AIWB needs to be approached cautiously with a solid understanding of the risks, benefits, and utilizing the proper technique. I'm personally a bit risk averse as far as hybrid holsters go as I've seen the leather weaken in relation to the kydex. As the leather malforms it can potentially interfere with safe reholstering . Reholstering improperly is probably the most dangerous part of carrying. It's certainly the issue behind the majority of GSW's I've treated over the past 12 years... I still have Com-Tac paddle holsters for strong-side OWB and think they are quality and a good value. But prior to that I was a leather IWB and OWB holster users from Kramer and Sparks...that was in the 90's so would come under the heading of ancient history at this point.. TGO David speaks very highly of Squared Away Custom. They have some great looking gear on their website. I haven't purchased from them yet, but I've certainly seen a few items I'm considering. https://www.squaredawaycustoms.com/ As far as "Gold Standard" thread? Kinda doubt it. Everybody has opinions and the interwebs are full of 'em. Good luck with your search. Jamie

It sounds like a solid process tercel. If you cast, you may want to consider powder coating. I/we have run many thousands of PC 9mm rounds through Glock barrels and I only wish I had known about the process and benefits when I was into 45 acp.

In my case it was blatant stupidity...errr I mean Focused inattention. LOL Complacency kills, in so many aspects of life. I learned my lesson. My Glock destruction event was in the 2000's (I've been handloading since the mid 1980's) and if I must interrupt any step in my handloading process, I clear the area and began again. Meticulous adherence to what you're doing is a small price to pay for safety. Being OCD as a handloader has it's positive elements.

Me too and Thanks. Good advice here. I only had it happen once out of several hundred thousand handloads...but once was more than enough.

Well, I was one of those that may have posted about blowing up a Glock 21 years ago. But that was totally my own fault and in no way Glock's! I double charged a load that should have been 5.7 grs of Winchester 231 under a 230 FMJ bullet. Let me tell you, 11.4 grs of W 231 will bulge a barrel, bend the slide, crack the frame and blow the plastic parts off the trigger, and soundly eject a partially loaded magazine.... quickly and cleanly I suffered no injuries other than a numb trigger finger for a few minutes. fwiw Glock replaced the pistol at no cost to me, even shipping, knowing it was a double charge handload voiding their warranty. They wanted to examine the pistol. I told them if it had happened in my 1911 I probably would have suffered some fairly significant injuries, and I believe that's so. I mostly shot FMJ 45's in my Glock, but did run a few thousand lead bullets through it without issue. No, the lead bullets did not contribute to my blowing up that 21 (in case anyone asks). I ran many thousands of 45 fmjs using the above recipe of 5.7 grs of 231. It was my favorite handload for 45 acp as it mimicked POA/POI and felt recoil of my then carry rounds (45 acp 230 gr Hydrashoks). As to the brass, I reloaded it until it eventually split (8-10+) times or I lost it in the grass or sand. Glock chambers are generous aiding in their reliability but certainly not overly generous in my experience. There was much internet fervor regarding "Glock Kabooms" several years back, but this revolved around 40 S&W Glocks and improperly sized lead bullets iirc. Your Glock 21 and 30 will handle a steady diet of full power 45 acp loads for a long, long time. Just mind the "focused inattention" that got me... Jamie

That's great he's feeling better my friend. Roman is a beautiful pup, heck they're like our children and it makes one feel pretty helpless when they are in need. Hang in there my friend.

We'll send prayers out for Roman and you guys tonight. I hope he recovers fully and quickly.

If these are anything close to the shootability and reliability of the Star PD (45 acp) then this is a steal. Thanks for the link. Funds are too tight for me, but man, great price!