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While better sights and grips are not a problem, I am not aware of any better 'internals'. About all I know you can do is get a 9x19mm barrel and shoot 9mm Luger. On previous imported versions of the TT-33, the stupid ATF-required manual safety was a major reliability problem. Original TT-33s do not have a manual safety. The half-cock position is particularly robust, and was used as the safety when carrying a round in the chamber. Many people just remove it and plug the hole. People either love or hate the grip design. I find it awkward. The overall design of the pistol is an interesting modification of the 1911, designed for fast production. The design of the hammer/sear mechanism as a removable component is rather clever and solves the problem of being able to clean within the frame without losing pins and springs. People have gotten some very impressive velocities from the TT-33 using .30 sabots and a .224 bullet. I haven't personally done this, but I imagine that the muzzle blast and flash must be impressive as well.

This is another major mistake by the Big O. The gun control nuts are going to rake him over the coals because he is not making good on any gun control promises. Nobody in favor of gun rights is going to be persuaded to be on his side by this. So, all he did was make some liberals upset for no gain. Seems to be typical of him lately.

Here you go: Moultrie Game Spy D50 Digital Trail Game Camera Combo A couple of those will soon identify your dumpers. And if they destroy your cameras, you will have criminal charges to file as well.

"We've always been at war with Eastasia"

With a C&R license, you certainly don't HAVE to get a Mosin. That said, here's why getting several would be smart: 1) Eventually the supply will run out. Prices will climb. So, decent investment potential. 2) Someday, you might want one. Better to already have it than run into a short supply/higher prices. 3) Trade material. There is absoutely nothing wrong with getting C&R firearms solely to have as trading material. Five years from now, that M1 Carbine you really want may be out of reach for a cash sale. But he might take a nice Mosin to lower the price! Keep in mind that it was not long ago that like new CZ52s were $100, Russian Capture 98ks were $125, Russian Capture Lugers were $500, Czech CZ50s were $99, and M1 rifles & carbines were under $200. Chinese Broomhandle Mausers were only $150 in the '80's. A decent one will run $1000 or more today. The little CZ82 pistols for sale today at $200 will only go up in price.

Why do you say the Nambu was one of the worst pistols? They are actually pretty reliable, durable, and easy to clean and field-strip. The only drawback I know of is the anemic cartridge. The M3 tank, on the other hand was a disaster. The turret-mounted 37mm was too light to disable enemy tanks, did not have enough range, and was awkward to aim and fire in the tiny turret in spite of power rotation. The low-pressure 75mm in the hull had enough power and range at the time, but you had to expose the whole tank to fire it. Riveted armor would spall and open at the seams when hit, even if there was no penetration. We supplied a bunch to the Brits in 1942. The Brits liked the roomy hull and powerful, reliable engine. But the drawbacks were enough to ensure that the M3 was removed from service as soon as possible. We used the hull as a mount for self-propelled artillery, and it stood excellent service in that role.

If the fine ground walnut media with a capful of case polish doesn't get it clean, it doesn't need to be any cleaner. Primer pockets just need to be clean enough for the primer to seat securely. You will never know if the inside of most rifle cases are clean anyway.

There is plenty of oil. Supply is not the problem. Nor has demand gone up. The problem is how we are paying for it. Thanks to Congress and Obama, the US dollar is worth about 1/4 what it was just two years ago. That's what happens when you print more dollars than the economy can support. While China was buying our debt, this overage never really had an effect domestically. Now, China isn't buying any more, so there are lots of dollars that nobody wants. If you notice, it's not just oil that's going up. Anything coming from overseas is climbing rapidly in price. Dollar slides as inflation worries boost euro Currencies - MarketWatch Hyperinflation Special Report (Update 2010)

I use Hoppes or Ballistol. Get the Ballistol in the 16oz liquid can. Midway has it for $8.99. Add your old Windex sprayer and you'll save a bunch of money versus buying a 6oz aerosol can. Ballistol is not like normal cleaners and lubes. The stuff has been standard German Army issue since 1905. Leaves a waxy feeling to steel. Softens carbon on AR15s nicely. Just spray it on and let it soak overnight. The carbon will come off easily. I usually just spray down my AR15 bolt and carrier and come back and clean them a couple of days later. Great if you use corrosive ammo as it neutralizes the corrosive salts. Also useful on leather and wood. While it will soften old cosmoline, you are still going to have to get dirty to really get cosmoline off.

The classic target load is 4.0 grains of Bullseye and a 230gr lead bullet for 810fps. Max load is 4.8gr of Bullseye for 884fps. Do NOT start with a max load, but back off at least 10% and work up in .1gr increments. I use 4.0gr of Bullseye with both cast and jacketed bullets. Good reliable target load. for range use, neqar-maximum loads are usually less accurate, and cause unnecessary wear on the firearm, as well as muzzle blast and flash.

If I had to guess, I would put my money on UT or MT.

We're working on it. It took over 15 years to get our current level of handgun carry. And it was done while Democrats controlled the Legislature, too! We'll get Constitutional Carry, but it may take a while.

Exactly. There is no 'right to vote' at the Federal level. What the amendments say is that those who DO have that right cannot be denied it by virtue of race, color, previous condition of servitude, sex, failure to pay poll tax or other tax, or age (as long as they are 18 or older). States still have the right to restrict the vote on any other grounds they choose. Examples might be; those who earn above a certain level, those who own property, those who can hit a 5" target at 100 yards with a centerfire rifle, etc.

I'm not trying to be mean, but any vehicle that can't keep up with traffic has no business being in the road. I don't much mind the farmer on the tractor getting from one field to another. Most of them are on and off the road quickly. And a bicyclist that stays near the shoulder is not much of a hazard either. But these people that are determined to take up half a lane or more are a hazard. On a two-lane road, you get cars swerving all the way into the oncoming lane to pass them, and other cars stuck way back are trying to pass the cars in front of them. And it's not just bikes. I have a neighbor with a little scooter he uses to go to the grocery store. The speed limit out here is 45, and his scooter can't do that downhill and with a tailwind. Uphill with a headwind and a basket full of groceries, he's lucky to hit 25mph. I can't tell you how many near-accidents he has caused.

Deer kill more people in the US each year than any other wild animal.

My son and I panned many times in Western NC and N GA. We used to do it when we took a break while hiking in the mountains. All we ever found were flakes, and not in any quantity. It's fun for a 1/2 hour. After that, it quickly becomes cold, hard work. I think in 10 years we managed to find a grand total of probably 1/4 ounce.

Really? What 'right to vote'? Where does the Constitution and Bill of Rights mention this?

I'd also tend to use solid projectiles for penetration. But here is an interesting article on .22 and .25 pistols for self-defense: http://www.naaminis.com/news20.pdf

Ditto. I'd be in for two if under $100 and all metal.

Very popular in Europe and other places in .38super and 10mm for IPSC competition. Don't get a 10mm polymer frame as they had some issues. Caliber conversions are available to convert a .45, 10mm, or .38super to another of those calibers or .22lr. The 9mm can be converted to .40S&W and vice versa, as well as .22lr.

I had this issue with a Star BKS many years ago. The only thing that worked was to remove the rear sight, carefully crimp the dovetail, the slide the rear sight into place with many small, gentle taps of the lead hammer. Then another crimping to lock the sight in. After that, your rear sight won't move any more, but can still be adjusted for windage by gentle tapping with the lead hammmer. I still carry a Star PD .45. IMHO it is the best CCW pistol ever made. Small and light enough to easily conceal and carry, but large enough to handle the .45acp without being uncomfortable to shoot.

I see several for sale on Gunsamerica for $250-275. My guess is that you won't find one much under that price. The thing about C&R firearms is you need to get them when the supply is good. When the importers start running out, prices climb pretty quickly.

There is no requirement to report multiple long gun sales like there is for handguns. And I don't know ANY dealers who do any more paperwork than the law requires.

The Firestar is an excellent CCW pistol. Very small, durable, and reliable. Only real weakness is the firing pins will break if you dry-fire a lot. Use snap-caps and you'll be fine. Use only factory mags for serious use. The ProMags are good for practice as you get to practice your FTF drills at irregular intervals. These are single-action pistols designed to be carried cocked and locked. The safety has a very positive feel and is not easily dislodged by accident. If yours is a bit stiff going on 'safe'. pull the hammer back slightly. They have a magazine safety under the right grip, but it is easily deactivated.

Nope, I don't agree. 1) A lot of our current problems came about because somebody said "There ought to be a law" when it is not the government's business. 2) Even ProMags have a useful purpose. I use mine to practice immediate-action drills as you never know exactly when they will cause a jam. You just know that they WILL cause a jam!