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Just drove by. I couldn't get close since they had the entire highway blocked off still. I really hate this for the GnL guys. It's like "how much bad luck can one guy have!"

Thanks guys. The biggest problem I had was actually seeing the target clearly at 100 yards. I couldn't tell sometimes if I was aiming dead center or not. Contact Lenses are okay but I wish I'd had my glasses for this one.

Finally got out to the range to sight in my rifle. Boy did we have fun. This was sighting in the iron sights at 100 yards. I can't wait to get a red dot sight. On the second group, I had adjusted the front sight the wrong way and compensated back up on the third group. I'm not a terribly good shot at 100 yards with the iron sights but did the best I could. Hopefully this is zero'd in well enough. My first rifle and first time zeroing one.

Yeah, I wouldn't mention it out loud other than on this forum.

My wife and I went to Opry Mills this weekend. Because we remembered seeing legal posting there before the flooding, we disarmed before going in. We didn't see a single legal sign as described by TCA as best we understand it. All we saw was a Code of Conduct inside the entrance on the walls which discusses many things. Here's what it has to say: Intro Statement: "Opry Mills, including its parking area, is private property. In order to make your visit, and that of your fellow shoppers, a pleasant one, we ask you to follow this Code of Conduct." Statement 6: "No weapons, including but not limited to firearms, knives, or any other object(s) that may be used in any way to inflict bodily injury on another person." Closing Statement: "Persons who violate this Code of Conduct may be banned from the property or subject to arrest. The shopping center expressly retains the right to revise or modify these rules as necessary." It seems to me that this would not apply to HCP holders since it doesn't conform to TCA postings required to prohibit HCP holders. Worst that could happen is being banned from the property?

I received a new holster from Alan at Aholster Saturday. It is right. I'm kinda wondering if the first holster didn't accidentally get made for a G26 rather than a G19. Even though we never discussed shipping costs, when I opened the box tonight there was $6 inside the holster to cover the costs. That's service right there. I'm still amazed at how well his holster design conceals a handgun in a OWB carry mode. There is almost zero difference between concealability wearing the Aholster compared to my Tucker Answer or a Comp-Tac MTAC/Spartan. If you're looking for a comfortable, concealable OWB holster you really owe it to yourself to give this a try. And, they're made right here in Tennessee.

Guns & Leather. There are a couple of people I do business with there who have always been friendly. It's also the closest shop to me.

Ya! It will be a little bit before I get out to a rifle range but I can't wait! This particular rifle was just calling out to me. I could have built one like it from the Sport probably but, well, I "wanted" this one.

Well, I really hate to disappoint the expectations for a SW Sport. I went a different route. I'm very thankful for all the help Dolomite gave and for letting me call him on the phone. I brought this home today. I doubt it was a bad decision. A couple of pistol trade-ins (they never got shot) gave me more funds than I thought I had originally. I studied the variants for several hours and what I would want and settled confidently on this solution.

TMF, Dolomite, I appreciate solid information like that and you guys taking the time to type all that out. This is very helpful for a newb like me.

Cool beans. I hope to find out the pricing I can get tonight. If its as low as I hope I'm seriously considering a Daniel Defense. Otherwise I will heed all of this advice on dressing up a Sport. There's always the possibility of a Colt if the Sport simply isn't available. I've heard that supplies are beginning to tighten and as the election nears, this will only get worse and cause prices to increase too. I don't want to get stuck waiting for that atmosphere to dissipate so the time to move on something is now, assuming the market info I hear is accurate.

Dolomite, what do you think about the Smith 811053? http://shopdandtarms.net/magpul-556mm223-remington-inch-barrel-melonite-finish-buttstock-grips-matte-black-polymer-finish-p-43453.html?OBNsid=e1934856ae9a183064e96887f3eb773a

I'm also getting the FFLs pricing on the LE6920 and LE6920MP-B in Colt. Depending on how the pricing comes in I may spring for a Colt. That's the only other recommendation I consistently get from a broad spectrum of folks.

Dolomite, I can't thank you enough for your assistance. I found another thread you provided a ton of information on for this same subject and all I can say is it's great to have such resources available! I'm going to try to get my hands on a Sport this weekend if my brother in law's FFL can't get one quickly. Then I'll need some recommendations on optics and accessories. I like the look of the Magpul hand guards and forward grips.

So, my budget is around $900-$1000. My brother in law has a friend who is a FFL and can get me the rifle at dealer cost. With that in mind, is there another model I should be looking at from Daniel Defense, S&W, Bravo, etc.? Just trying to be wise with this purchase. It's a lot of money for me.

So, do I understand correctly that if I decide I want a forward assist and a dust cover, I simply swap out the upper receiver assembly with something like this for $99 and all the crying about "I wouldn't own an AR without a FA and dust cover" stops (from certain folks)? http://www.bravocomp...upper -m4 2.htm

Wow guys. I don't think I've ever experienced such unity of opinion on any gun forum, ever.

What's the deal with rifles that aren't ready to shoot? What does one typically have to do with them? (Like I said, I'm totally new to the rifle scene) Because of the price point, if the Sport rocks for all roles, I'm probably leaning that way heavily. Half the price of the Colt.

Would you trust the Sport to home defense and SHTF coverage as well? I read some opinions that it was designed for sport shooting and shouldn't be relied upon for those roles. I dunno, they talked about trekking through the woods or breaking out glass and it having no dust cover. I don't see me trekking through the woods hiding from the commies, but who knows what'll happen in this crazy world.

Sweet info Dolomite! Is this the S&W I've seen at Walmart?

I've decided I want my first rifle and want an AR15. I have tried researching to find what I want but I am just getting a bit confused. I have no history with rifles and don't even know much about the calibers. I want an AR15 for home defense, range fun, and any kind of SHTF / Zombie-pocalypse that might possibly occur one decade, lol. I've heard the messaging several times "get a Colt". Opinions on this see to vary greatly so I'm not sure whether I'm paying extra dollars for better quality or just for the name as some others suggest. Can you guys help me pick out a few, say three good options in your opinion and why you like the ones you'd pick. If you can, gimme some model numbers too. I know I'd like the option to add a green or red dot sight down the road as well as a foregrip. Based on what I've read, it seems that 5.56 is the caliber to go with because it will shoot 223 as well, is affordable to shoot and reload-able, and has sufficient power for any practical self-defense scenario. I like the way the M4 type rifles look visually but I don't know what I'm doing either, lol. I'm liking the look of Colt Model Model LE6920MP-B. Are there any things particular to be aware of on that?

Have you checked with Guns & Leather in Greenbrier? They usually have several CZs on hand. The Hendersonville store may as well.

Not sure what method of carry you are looking at, but if you are looking for a highly concealable OWB Leather kit for it, IMO that thing deserves a Milt Sparks Axiom. Most concealable and comfortable OWB holster I've encountered.

This is actually a pretty proven method and they got it from custom guitar painters. The pattern that comes out is 100% unique and is impossible to replicate. Some folks tried to do their own guitars with mixed results. I'd definitely test it on something unimportant first until you feel confident in the procedure so you are sure to get good results on permanent stuff. It all depends on how the paint slick lies on the water before you dip the item. Here's what it looks like on a guitar (not the camo, but the water-bath-dipped-paint method):

This is true. However, women still shoot free and guests accompanying a member shoot for $5. My father-in-law gets a membership each year. Only thing to be aware of at Charlie's is there is only one pistol pit with around 4 lanes on the lower range, and for about the past year the upper pistol range which is much larger is dominated by permit classes every weekend the range is open. At least, that's been our experience the past year. It's still a good place to go shoot and Charlie is a super nice guy.