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Good SHTF Survival Fiction Books
Jamie Jackson replied to plank white's topic in Survival and Preparedness
Me too. Fortunately I have Amazon Prime and it arrived yesterday. Here's to hoping it's better than the last one...reckon I hooked on the series though... -
DEC 12 Suarez Training Group Christmas Extravaganza!
Jamie Jackson replied to Cruel Hand Luke's topic in Training Discussions
That sound like my kind of luck. But hey, like you said...those suckers can keep working. When I head to my reloading room in a bit, I'll check and see if I have a spare. You'd be welcome to it. -
It's only a matter of time before someone decides to use this concept in FOF training... LOL...It might just work! Not saying I'd do it...yet anyway. I doubt they do more damage than SIMS rounds though. And would definitely require tight scripting and a strong safety regime. I too used to press wax bullet in .44 spl for a Charter Arms Bulldog I had. Primer only and those suckers punched through cardboard at 7 yards handily...
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What's the rationale for a truck/car long gun?
Jamie Jackson replied to jgradyc's topic in Long Guns
Leaving in or not is very dependent on your particular circumstances and situation. A folding stock AK, or even SKS in a nondescript carrier doesn't draw attention. My next will be a .300 BLK pistol. Dolo's wisdom has me convinced. :up: -
How are you set for ammo and reloading components?
Jamie Jackson replied to gregintenn's topic in Ammunition and Reloading
I received my UPS ship confirmation yesterday... they should arrive next Monday. Just 1K of 55 gr bullets...small fry stuff LOL. But it shows they are digging out. :pleased: -
That's just wrong :ugh: LOL But it'd probably work...
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Good SHTF Survival Fiction Books
Jamie Jackson replied to plank white's topic in Survival and Preparedness
I recently read "77 Days in September". Decent book...definitely from an everyday guy standpoint. But I agree it's well written. "Lucifer's Hammer" is indeed a classic in this genre. Great book! -
DEC 12 Suarez Training Group Christmas Extravaganza!
Jamie Jackson replied to Cruel Hand Luke's topic in Training Discussions
Since I will be saving lives and eradicating disease...as well as tending overdoes...I will only be able to be with you guys in spirit, In light of recent events, pressure testing and measuring your skills with a goal toward improvement...well, this class is spot on and needed!E enjoy and learn Folks. You've one of the best teaching you. btw...how did you break a trigger pin Bob? just curious... -
I've legally carried daily for better than 25 years now. Not once has anyone questioned whether or not I was armed. And most of my shooting buds and friends back down south were LEO of various sorts...Don't judge me for the company I keep . :cool: I carried a 1911 for about 6-7 years OWB, but went to carrying a Glock 19 IWB, now AIWB (>10 yrs) and again...never an issue. fwiw I usually wear Carhartt carpenter jeans and a Tee shirt...2nd gun in a pocket...2 spare mags offside... As mentioned, folks pay you little attention. They are way too narcissistic for that. But just don't fiddle with the gun or your ancillary gear. Wear a proper quality gun belt (THE foundation of the system, a quality holster and mag carriers) and rest assured they will be were you need them, when you need them. :2cents:
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Great ideas folks. Have any of you read any Mel Tappan? He was, for lack of a better term, a "Survival Guru" back in the late 70's early 80's. I read his book "Tappan On Survival" back in the 80's. He has a lot of good suggestions such as we are seeing here. He really focused on the concept of a small community. It's truly worth your time imho. PDF: http://www.giltweasel.com/stuff/Tappan%20on%20Survival.pdf the book: http://www.amazon.com/Tappan-Survival-Mel/dp/1581605099/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1449623865&sr=1-1&keywords=tappan+on+survival
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How are you set for ammo and reloading components?
Jamie Jackson replied to gregintenn's topic in Ammunition and Reloading
You need more powder. :pleased: I like the way you roll Sir. -
Outstanding comms! Congrats to you and the missus! You are Blessed.
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Magpul Glock mags....They work!
Jamie Jackson replied to White Goodman's topic in Firearms Gear and Accessories
Good on you David. It's a good feeling knowing you have something like that in the works isn't it? We, as in our little group, make bulk item group purchases throughout the year. Brings one peace of mind. and saves money. :pleased: -
How are you set for ammo and reloading components?
Jamie Jackson replied to gregintenn's topic in Ammunition and Reloading
Comms nailed it. Great company imho. My order is still "processing" but I expected no less as there is no doubt they'll be digging out from under all those orders for a while. :cool: -
Where do you buy your reloading supplies?
Jamie Jackson replied to enfield's topic in Ammunition and Reloading
I started a thread on this place for Knoxville area folks some time back, but neglected to link it here...my bad. I have had great luck the past several months at Proneshooters in West Knoxville...near Lovell Road on Kingston Pike behind Biker Rags. Phil and Lori are good people! http://proneshooter.com/ -
What's the rationale for a truck/car long gun?
Jamie Jackson replied to jgradyc's topic in Long Guns
This. If I need it, then things are really bad and therefore I need it. I have no illusions nor delusions of rushing into a situation just to be mistaken for an "Active Shooter" or "Terrorist" and being shot down by the good guys. But there are obvious situations where it could come into play and I want that option to be available to me. Many situations are over and done long before an individual could make it out to their vehicle to retrieve their long gun... but one certainly would have been handy for a trained good guy in the same parking lot as our recent Chattanooga terrorist attack. And unfortunately these potentialities will more than likely increase in the coming months and years. Options can be a good thing. -
Shoot Dave. There's people that would kill you and eat you too. Crazy world out there. Doesn't mean we should plan for the future. LOL :pleased: I just wouldn't recommend putting up a sign in your yard. :cool:
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Magic bullet buttons that turn your AR into a fully auto
Jamie Jackson replied to Sam1's topic in General Chat
A major difference between "gun folks" and the general masses is that the majority of us will take the initiative to fact check a topic, regardless of the nature of that topic. I know there are always exceptions, but just reading here you'll find most folks take little at face value and research the topics themselves...most people... :cool: -
I have no firsthand knowledge of this, but read an interesting article a short time ago about a hybrid "coywolf" that is spreading across the Eastern US. I don't know of any sightings this far south, but the eventuality exists. Could be BS, could be real...probably be argued...but stranger things have happened. https://www.rt.com/usa/320214-coywolf-dog-coyote-wolf-hybrid/
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Magic bullet buttons that turn your AR into a fully auto
Jamie Jackson replied to Sam1's topic in General Chat
Uh...No. :cool: That would totally have a negative impact on their agenda... -
All good points, especially about keeping a low profile on this. But have "extra" things, that you will have in your rotation for personal use, that can be used as barter items makes good sense. Actually good sense in an everyday kind of way. If you purchase items you and your family use normally, you save money now. Our fiat currency is in a constant state of devaluation...we all see it and speak of it as in the "normal rise" in the cost of ammo and components... Barter doesn't have to only be utilized in a SHTF scenarios or TWETOAWKI. We've experienced some financially difficult times related to family situations and illness and not having to go to the grocery store for a couple of months (using our stored items) was a God send and allowed to work through that situation and rebuild our stocks. During the severe ammo and component shortage we all experienced a few years back, being able to barter items on hand proved extremely beneficial and markedly lessened that strain for me/us. There is no reason that such couldn't be done sensibly. And having the ability to help a trusted friend in need without compromising your own situation is never a bad thing. I respect that aspect of the Morman philosophy...having enough on hand not to burden your community and enough on hand to help friends in need. The things we do to prepare make our day to day life more simple and less stressful...if their is no SHTF or TWETOAWKI....Great...I hope that will be so...but we're still better off in the long run. But I would never consider putting up a sign and opening myself up to that fiasco...not saying anyone here would...only that I wouldn't. Skills are, as always, invaluable. Having extra items to get you through the rough times is pretty valuable too. :2cents:
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Magpul Glock mags....They work!
Jamie Jackson replied to White Goodman's topic in Firearms Gear and Accessories
I guess they were hit or miss for a lot of folks. I had to take a bit of sandpaper to the plastic "twigs" sticking out around a few of the KCI mags feedlips...but they have run great sense...other than ejecting them onto concrete...the baseplates simply disintegrate! LOL. I replaced them with Glock factory baseplates and problem solved. I still haven't tried any of the Magpul G 19 mags. Maybe they'll run a sale and I'll check a few out. But my preference remains OEM Glock mags hands down. -
Magpul Glock mags....They work!
Jamie Jackson replied to White Goodman's topic in Firearms Gear and Accessories
I've had one and been running it through my range gear for several months. It works fine, but like Erik said, the fit and finish is not impressive and a $10.00-$13.00 range would make them more attractive. fwiw I have KCI and Kahn mags that work just as well and cost a heck of a lot less...these are strictly range mags mind you. -
I have no doubt that it is you that is the friend Bresa and these guys are just showing their appreciation for that. Life kind look grim some days, but things like this show us all how wonderful life truly is. You're a good man Sir, and are definitely Blessed. Glad you guys have each other my friend.
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Thank you guys. Of course I agree on the .308 Hozzie. Great caliber and sufficient for pretty most North American game. I've taken whitetail, Mule deer, and antelope with both .30-06 and .308 back years ago. Never a problem. My friend is a relatively new shooter and just wanting to get his first rifle. I'll look into the Savage with the accutrigger for him. Much obliged folks.