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I'd assume that the transformer is the recharger. The batteries are likely done being 15 years old. You can get a whole new set-up that will weigh less and output much more light for under $50.

I've got an old Ruger P85 MKII that I really like. Sure it's big, heavy, and a bit clunky looking... but it's been 100% reliable and is plenty accurate. It's a nice range gun. Honestly, I didn't like it a whole lot at first. I got a Hogue grip for it and that transformed it. I know zip about the Cougar. Based on what I've read about it in the past 10 mins, it sounds like a good choice too. The P s-series is hard to beat for the $$.

Almost correct... you pay the rental fee ($15) per caliber. You can try all of their 9mm's for $15. If you switch to .45, you pay another $15 but then get to use all of their .45's. And so on.

Just out of curiosity, why would you want an AR with a 10.5" barrel? Seems like the accuracy and muzzle energy would suffer greatly and the muzzle blast would be unpleasant. If the answer is "because I can", that's fine. I simply wonder if there's some value to it that I'm missing.

We've got Dish and are pretty happy with it. Assuming the location for your dish has a clear view of the sky, it only goes out during the worst storms. My parents live in the woods and theirs (also Dish) is far less reliable. DVR is awesome.

I was recently introduced to Handloader Magazine (Wolfe Publishing Company) And while I'm not a re-loader, I find it very interesting to read. Far more in-depth and insightful than your typical Guns & Ammo articles (though I like them too). I also get American Rifleman and my opinion is slowly (but surely) sliding down.

Been there several times... nice place. They do have a few handguns to rent. While the range is indoors, it is not climate controlled so dress appropriately. Once you've looked at a few shops and have an idea what you'd like, CCA might be worth the drive. $100 spent trying out various handguns may save you a couple of buy/sell/trades to find the "right one". http://www.coalcreekarmory.com/range.html#Firearm%20Rental I used to live in the Tri-Cities, wish I still did. I had a good experience with Gunslingers in Kingsport.

For the pic... If your camera is more than 2MP, back away from the part until you get a sharp picture. Then crop the image down to show only the part.

It's obvious which side of the ridges you're on.... north side = cold and snowy, south side = warm(er) and muddy. The snow was well packed on the trail so footing wasn't a problem at all. Well, unless you're the clueless college kids who spent 5 minutes trying to cross the 30' wide creek. There was a dozen people waiting when they finally got out of the way (wet feet and all). I think it took me less than 30 seconds with the boy on my back.

Several hundred rounds of the various versions of Wolf, no issues in my Yugo SKS.

I'll bet Rainbow Falls would be easier in the snow. That trail is so rocky the footing is tough. The wife and I did a loop around Elkmont in the snow a couple weeks ago. The snow makes the woods so quiet, it was really peaceful. After 6 miles through the snow with 40 lbs of 2 yr old on my back, I was done. Btw... if the temps in town are forecast at 58 deg, expect 28 deg on LeConte. Here's a weather forecast for various places.... http://www.srh.noaa.gov/data/MRX/RTPMRX

My DL and HCP have different addresses. When I got pulled over a few months ago, the cop either didn't notice or didn't care. He never mentioned it. I printed the address change confirmation page from the web site and carry that in my wallet in case it comes up. You're fine, don't sweat it.

Got pics? Is the stainless polished or is it a typical machined finish? If you polish out the scuff, you'll have a polished spot on the gun. It will be difficult to adequately duplicate a machined appearing surface finish.

Didn't know that... thanks for the info. To me, the "wrongful death" civil suit scenario was far more worrisome than any criminal proceedings.

Is needing a 2nd shot worse than the one that misses passing through 3 interior walls hitting who-knows-what in the process? I know, I know... don't miss.

So consider step two in this question... the statutes listed above may get you out of a criminal prosecution. What about the inevitable civil suit? I'm quite sure that illegally carrying your gun will be used against you.

Depending on the depth of the engraving, you might be able to remove it with some emery cloth or scotch-brite on a die grinder.

I wouldn't recommend using a long barrel shotgun for home defense, except as a "last stand" kind of weapon. They're far too long to be used effectively. That said, I'd use a heavy duck or turkey load. There was an episode of "Best Defense" a while back that compared penetration of 00 buck vs. bird shot. The buck shot penetrated a long way, competely through a refrigerator. The bird shot didn't go through the fridge, but the impact "wound" was really, really nasty.

My Rem 870 came the same way. Unscrew the end-cap on the magazine, remove the plastic or wood dowel, put it the end-cap back on. Done. The dowel is in there to comply with some hunting regulations which generally require magazine capacity no greater than two. Any sporting goods place or other firearms store should have chokes. Google will find lots of others.

1. Get any typical hard sided gun case. 2. Put a few guitar/music related stickers on the outside. Tada! My electric guitar case looks just like a gun case. Guitar Case: Rifle Case:

Back on topic.... If you specifically want a manual transmission, pickings will be pretty slim. People that wanted a stick specifically sought out a stick (likely had to order it) and don't sell them. However, I have a friend with a MazdaSpeed6 (6-spd, AWD turbo) who might be willing to part with it. They're excellent cars.

I also enjoy hiking, though I'm a day-hiker only. I think I'd like to section hike the AT. If I had no responsibilities, thru hiking might be fun too. Sounds like now's the time for to do the thru hike. It's far more difficult after college.

A 1976 two-tone green, full-size Chevy van. It was quite the babe magnet. My first girlfriend's dad refused to let her ride in it. And no, there wasn't a mattress or disco ball in the back. It was actually in pretty good shape and ran great. Though it did get 8 mpg.

Thanks for the info. I'll keep that in mind. My folks live in Soddy as well so we visit periodically.

I'm the opposite, left handed and right eye dominant though the dominance isn't real strong. I learned to shoot right handed. I try to practice shooting with both eyes open, but have trouble with it. I also have a slight astigmatism in my left eye, so I see better out of the right one anyway.