Jamie Jackson

Over the past few years I have been using KCI and Khan magazines for my Glock 19 and Glock 17 more and more…they are all I now use for range work and matches. I know a few of you guys that I've shot with before do as well...   I found that on a few of them I had to use some fine grit sandpaper to smooth the plastic “burs” left over from the manufacturing process. One or two of them required a shot of PermaSilk spray into the mags body tubes to enhance smoothness for the follower.   All in all I am very pleased with them and at this point I can’t see any difference in reliability between them and my OEM Glock mags. That doesn’t mean that I would carry the KCI or Khan mags as a part of my EDC. I’ll stick with factory (OEM) Glock mags for that…just because I don’t plan to tempt fate.   Btw…I picked up my KCI and Khan G 19 and G 17 mags for $10.0$12.00 each. IIRC my Khan 33 rounders were $15.00-$17.00.   One “issue” I have had with Khan mags were with the 33 round “Happy Sticks”. The springs just seemed to not have enough strength for reliable feeding.   I pick up a Wolff 5% Extra Power spring, swapped them out, and problem sloved.   Granted, there isn’t much of a price difference Post-Newtown on the KCI/Khan 33 rounders vs Glock OEM 33 rounders...enough of a savings to make a difference for some though. But if you’ve had feeding issues with your Korean Happy Sticks, Wolff E.P. Springs might help out.     Any other Korean after-market Glock mag users?  :cool:     Links below:             KCI Glock Mags at Wideners:   http://www.wideners.com/itemdetail.cfm?item_id=8797&dir=625|709         Wolff 5% Extra Power springs for 33 round Glock mags:   http://www.midwayusa.com/product/513044/wolff-magazine-spring-glock-9mm-luger-33-round-magazines-5-pct-extra-power

  Probably true.   But eventually...22 LR will return. All the more reason to pick them up, if you need 'em, while they are affordable. :cool:   Thanks for the head's up viscero.

You're right musicman. Powder prices really aren't that bad...and purchasing 8 pounders definitely saves a few bucks.

Memories... :pleased:

Great advice above. :up: Spiffy my friend. I'm still using some IMR 3031 and it works great. It sat in my hot and humid "carport" in MS for 10 years. The can on the left was purchased in 1990...the one on the right in 1994.

    I don't think this thread can actually be hijacked... :cool:       We'll be OK Spiffy ...I think... I'm waiting on a Rep from the NSA to post so I can be reassured... :ugh:         But...I'd like to join the old fart's thread since I am imminently qualified. :pleased:

    Very true. The few places I've located that actually use lead already have them spoken for, and have for a fairly long time.

Thank you Gordon. That's kinda what I figured. Man...shipping would be a bugger!   I looked at their website, but wasn't able to glean much from it.     Competition for lead wheel-weights in my area of Knoxville is pretty tough, and I imagine it'll only get worse for all of us as time goes by.   I need to just keep gathering where I can and certainly plan to add more Falcon bullets to my supply... 

Good on you for thinking of your dog. We do the same in our household. Heck...I like my dogs better than most people I come across. :cool:   And I gotta agree with Brasil...at least the guy was carrying.           There are definite work-a-rounds Brother. I wear scrubs ever day I work, and I manage to carry a G 19 concealed, with reload, to and from work. The gentleman in question just needs to give it a bit more thought and effort. I can't fault the guy from being armed. :pleased:

    Is purchasing lead from them still an available option Gordon? Or have they already shut down folks?   You know, Ross Perot warned us of this type of thing many years ago. NAFTA, CAFTA, and GAT...but I didn't see this particular route of loosing our manufacturing base in the U.S.A. We're in trouble folks.(understatement intentional). :2cents:

Sorry to have had to miss what I'm certain was an excellent class GTG. I too trust and respect Randy.   Unfortunately my Mother experienced a stroke on the 2nd, and I've spent the majority of the past 3 weeks in Ms tending to her and her affairs. My appreciation to you, Randy, and others for your understanding and kind support.   Sharon was fortunate indeed to have Randy's watchful eye and tutelage. What a great foundation to build upon!   Thank you for hosting Randy. God willing I'll make the next class, certainly one in the region. Solid training such as this invaluable imho.   I also look forward to the other students feedback.

  I'm in the same boat Red. I don't drink, we don't even have alcohol in the house. Just not my thing. No judgements towards others...   I enjoy the solitude and focus of reloading...kind of a Zen thing. :pleased:

I am really sorry to hear about this Jordan. I'm glad your BOB/GHB and rifle weren't available to the thieving bastards.     I had my truck broken into in Slidell LA in 1995. I had a Glock 23, 3 magazines, and a Surefire flashlight stolen. It was in the multistory parking lot of the hospital I worked at... (with what was professed to be: Security :cool: ).   My home owners insurance paid for my loss. State Farm at the time.   The Glock is still listed with NCIC and I yet a yearly telephone call from Slidell PD that keeps it active on the list. I'm sure it was tossed in one of the many swamps around New Orleans long ago...   So...Have you checked with your homeowners insurance yet? Sorry if I missed this if it was already mentioned.   Good Luck Jordan.

  They are essentially an Ace Wrap with an ADB (abdominal pad) attached. I have a few extras that are open and are used for practice and training.       Info with vid from ITS Tactical             http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wMRklQkfDLE             you can purchase them at Chinook Med       Hope this helps.

You can never go wrong with positive networking, planning, and community building. It's something the majority of us do on one level or another. It's a significant part of being prepared imho.  The model presented by Oath Keeper's (of which I am a member) is a very useful tool. And learning from those adept in their specific areas of expertise is obviously a huge benefit.

Excellent topic Spots.   I have an expansive setup with redundancies. But I've been in the field for 40 years now.   A couple of places that carry a broad expanse of gear (medical supplies) that I've done business with for a number of years are linked below.   Good folks, quality gear, and excellent customer service.       [url=http://www.chinookmed.com/] Chinook Med[/url]   [url=http://www.gohandh.com/] H&H[/url]   [url=https://www.mooremedical.com/] Moore Medical[/url]         UncleJack has a good idea. Have the gear, and have a friend that can appropriately, and safely, use it.   Better still, as 173rd and Spots mentioned...gain the knowledge and skill yourself. It's not that complicated to obtain the foundation to build on...and knowledge and skill will last much longer than your supplies in a SHTF scenario. I think most folks that haven't been in a position to utilize the supplies don't realize how rapidly they will be used up. With knowledge and skill you'll be in a better position to safely improvise when you must.     Thanks for bringing up a necessary and timely topic. :up:

    Oh Hell Yeah! I wouldn't want it any other way Brother. :up:

Yeah I got the same e-mail...   It may well be symbolic OS...But I too would like to see true efforts made to turn off off of the fast track to Socialism...   But that will not happen as we, as the American Public, keep voting the same useless son-of-a-guns back into office every time. There really isn't an incentive for them to change. We get the government we elect...Note I didn't say representation, just the government we elect... It's disheartening...

    LOL.   I'm afraid I'm in the same boat. But at least I can rationalize that I could be saving money. :cool:

Thanks shifty.   I've been using this for a couple of years now. Quick and easy. :up:

    That means I gotta survive 5 more flippin' years... by that time they'll probably have banned hunting and fishing...or Obama will be in his 3rd term and we'll be the ones hunted. :ugh:

Just a little feedback.   I finally had the opportunity to give the Lee Trimmer a try this morning.   Since I've never trimmed brass before...and that's with a long history of handloading for pistol and revolver...I trimmed my first 50 pieces of 5.56 totally by hand (no drill) just to get a "feel" for it. I then use my little Skil screwdriver (kind pistol shaped device I've had for years). Simply outstanding! :up:   This setup will certainly meet my needs for now. btw....it took me about 1 hour to trim and prep the first 100 pieces...the second 50 took about 1/2 the time of the first. So I'm confident as I gain greater familiarity, my speed with the setup will increase.   The Little Crow is still on my "want list". But that'll have to wait for a bit.     Thanks again to all for the suggestions and input. :cheers:

Thanks for posting this Luke. It's always good to hear about positive experiences like this.   I've had a recent and very similar experience with Dillon...the same excellent customer service and they too declined payment for several items they promptly mailed to me.   I've used RCBS products for many years, and certainly plan to continue that practice...same with Dillon.

  LOL Jonnin. I with you Buddy.   The one pounders I mentioned are the only one pounders I own. I picked them up as "samples" when I would placed my normal powder orders. I have several 4 and 8 pounders in my locker for handgun.   Since I have experience with 3031, I plan on picking up an 8 pounder of it. But I plan to try a few others for 5.56/.23, find an easy flowing ball or flake, and make a combined order to save on HazMat. Like I mentioned, I like 3031...but being extruded, I measure/weight one at a time...no biggie for a hundred rounds, but tedious for volume.   I'm looking forward to working with the 2230 you recommended.

    Good point on the powders. I've certainly learned during this episode not to get hung up on a particular powder. And that's actually been good for me...I discovered American Select for 9mm. I've used Unique for more 25 years and didn't see any need to change. I've found I like the AmSel even better. Go figure. :cool:   As I mentioned in the opening post, the powders I have on hand are IMR 3031, Winchester 748, and Accurate 2230...a pound of each. So I'll play with them and see what shakes. I plan to pick up additional powders (as suggested) as the opportunity presents itself.       Thanks again folks.