Clod Stomper

Are you going to make us buy health insurance? Or "tax" us if we don't?

As one who was born, for practical purposes, blind in my right eye, I think you are overcomplicating matters. Just learn to shoot left-handed. That's what I do. Practice it until it doesn't feel "strange". I am right-handed. I was born mostly blind in my right eye. I shoot left-handed. Seriously, reread this post.... It doesn't have to be that complicated. Put the butt of the rifle on your left shoulder. It may feel weird or strange at first, but you will quickly get used to it. Maybe it's easy for me to say, since I've been shooting that way since I was very small. As a matter of fact, putting the butt on my right shoulder feels normal too. Except I can't see the sights. But I've trained myself to feel comfortable shooting left-handed, so I can pick up pretty much ANY rifle and shoot as naturally as a right-handed shooter. Including a bolt-action. I'm not being snarky. You can do what you want. But shooting left-handed isn't that big of a deal. Will

I quit using google search a while back because of their privacy policy. I can probably wean myself off of google Chrome even though it is faster and simpler than most other browsers. But I hate, I mean HATE, changing email addresses. I've been using gmail for years now. Will

And THAT is why the media and news will not circulate stories like this. BTW, the link didn't work for me. I bet they've already taken it down.

I don't know for sure, but you might look into https://www.payza.com/ I've used them for a couple things, but not to receive CC payments. Fees are pretty steep for some things too if you have a Personal Starter account, which is what I use. It's probably different for some of the paid accounts. Will

If you're meeting face-to-face, why not just bring cash?

I talked to this lady at a recent Knoxville gun show. Brenda Lenard http://www.facebook....lenardforsenate I've been following her on Facebook and I believe she was at the machine gun shoot in Hilham, TN this weekend. Her political philosophy seems to be sound. Don't know about her experience. Don't know if she has a chance, but she's trying pretty hard I have heard of Bob Ries, but I believe he's running for a House seat. Will

A talk show host that I listen to regularly bought one a couple years ago. Apparently it worked when he tried it. If I had one, I'd use it for the morons who actually answer a cell phone in a movie theater and carry on a conversation in a normal voice like they don't know that they're complete jerks. It can't be more illegal than shanking them in the eye and shoving the phone up their arse, which is what I'd rather do.

I know it's super cheap to cast. I used to do it regularly. Now when I cast, I'm thinking about the time and care I put into each bullet each time I pull the trigger. Not to get too deep here, but it seems nowadays I value my time more than dollars (and no, I don't put a dollar value on my time. That's not possible in my view) . I doubt I'll do a whole lot of casting in the near future (that could always change). I guess I just answered my question... I think you've helped me decide on the barrel, though not in the way you may think. You are correct that I will probably never shoot out any barrel. I can't afford that much ammo, even handloading. But what I AM looking for is a hard-hitting round, at short range, from a short barrel. That extra 100 fps from the poly barrel and the extra 100-200 fps from the 7.62x40 over the .300 BLK is what I'm looking for. Combined with the fact that I most likely will not be casting for it, and I will be shooting primarily supersonics, and a polygonal is supposed to be easier to clean.... That said, I very well may download it to .300 BLK for practice to reduce wear and tear. Why not go with the .300, then? Yes, it has more industry support. But chances are I will never buy a factory round. As as long as I have a barrel and dies, there is no difference to me as far as making ammunition. And with the x40, I don't have to cut as much off the 5.56 cases. I have never bought a factory round for my Grendel. Most of my cases were formed from 7.62x39. I bought a few factory cases that were included with a used barrel. Some of my friends have bucketfuls of .300 Whisper brass from their jobs. If I were in their shoes, there wouldn't even be a question. I'd be .300 all the way. Not to say I wouldn't like to have one. If I find a good deal on a .300 BLK barrel (after I'm done with this project), I'll almost certainly snatch it up and start a whole new project. Perhaps I'll shoot cast through that one. Caster, you are correct. I am reasonably certain that I won't be casting so I'll probably go with the poly. I also thought it would probably be easier to clean, but I'm glad to hear that from someone else. That's another point for the polygonal. Thanks very much to everyone. I truly do value everyone's opinion. Will

So, I'm getting closer and closer to ordering a barrel for my 7.62x40 WT project. I'm down to two choices. This barrel has traditional rifling, and this one has polygonal rifling. I have never had a polygonally rifled rifle barrel, only true handguns (yes, this will technically be a pistol, but still...). I understand the benefits and drawbacks of both polygonal rifling and traditional rifling. At some point, I MAY want to shoot cast bullets through it. Of course, that would rule out the polygonal barrel. Otherwise, it would be my only choice. So here's my question. In your experience, are the benefits of poly rifling great enough to exclude the possibility of shooting cast bullets? By far, my primary shooting will be with jacketed bullets. I just don't cast very much any more. Of course, if there is only a slight benefit, I may forego the poly and get the regular rifling. If the benefit is great enough, I will forget shooting cast and get the poly. Thanks, Will

I agree that it's the internets that's hurting local shops more than the Walmarts. If only there were any shops in this part of the country that had a decent selection of AR parts and accessories! The best I've seen is Sportsman's Warehouse in Chatt., and they still didn't have anything I need. Why would I pay anyone to order something that I can order myself for less? If I can go in there and walk out with what I need, I'll pay a few extra bucks. What I won't do is have them order it for me. I have a computer and a credit card and I know how to use them. It's either that or wait for the next gun show and gamble that I'll be able to find what I need (usually not). <tangent mode on> I've often dreamed about opening a non-gun store. I would stock almost any part or accessory that one could think of. Ammo in bulk in the most popular rounds. Most of the less popular and even oddball rounds. All at a few bucks over what one can order it for online. And no firearms (to avoid the extra paperwork). I know I'd probably fold in a few months, but it's a store I wish existed in this part of the country. Think J&G Sales, AIM Surplus, Palmetto State or a small version of Midway USA or Brownell's. Just rambling. Sorry. It's late. Will

They really are good folks. They used to travel here to the Knoxville shows. I've bought several parts from them, both online and in person at the gun shows. I haven't bought any complete uppers from them, so I can't speak to that. Shipping has always been prompt and accurate. They responded promptly and personally when I sent emails asking questions. When they came to the Knox shows, it was two women who were running the tables. I don't know if they own JSE, but they were knowledgeable. Last AR that I assembled was from an "gunsmith special" barrel they were selling. Didn't have the gas port drilled and wasn't finished, so it was a great deal. I like those kinds of things. Assembled a beater AR for a bargain price. Unfortunately, I haven't seen those deals lately. Will P.S. It probably sounds like I'm a paid shill, but I'm just a satisfied customer.

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I'm with Caster on this. I don't even like to shake hands. Except for attractive women. As long as my wife doesn't mind, I'm all for it. Homophobia? Insecurity? That's absurd. Just because I don't care where other guys put their private parts doesn't mean I want a guy grabbin' all over me. And that is probably the main reason I couldn't get into MMA training. Too much sweaty guy-touching. Blech.

This is the best deal I've found on adjustable gas blocks (except for drilling and tapping them myself). http://www.kiesfirearms.com/Parts_and_Accessories.html Scroll down about halfway to find it. It's low profile, if that's what you're wanting. As far as bolt carrier groups, the BCM you linked to will do fine. It will probably have to do. BCGs are kinda scarce online right now. Good luck, Will

Agree with OhShoot. I missed this one intentionally. Since I don't hang around outside and buy or sell, I prefer the Expo Center. Will

Sholy Hit! That thing is Suhweeeet!

I have a lockbox that included a steel cable. It can also be screwed to the floor or whatever else. Will

On top of it all, he was a terrible zombie. That's not how zombies act!

When did the bore size change from .318 to .323? Edit: Of course, if you know that you're not going to shoot it, it doesn't matter.

I shot at Farnsworths several years ago. The fella who owns the place seems to be a great guy. But I had a weird "sweet" taste in the back of my mouth for hours afterward that I can only imagine must have been from the lead in the air in the indoor range. I may go there to buy stuff, but I won't be shooting at the range anymore unless I know the ventilation has improved. Will

Just curious. What is the fork for? Snack attacks while gunsmithing? Will

I'd be interested to know if the neighbors of the OP do indeed present a danger, or if he is just nervous because he can hear them shooting? Common courtesy can also involve NOT moving into a rural area where people like to shoot from their back deck. Then deciding that one is frightened of that activity and calling the law.

I think it's well-established that, in general, ARs are more accurate than the Minis. There are always exceptions on both sides, of course. I have an old 180 series Mini-14, a 196 series Mini-30 and an AR. I haven't shot the -14 in years. It was just too hard to hit anything. It was my first .223/5.56 rifle and I bought it for groundhogs when I was a teenager. Doesn't work well on groundhogs when you can't hit them. I got a Mini-30 a few years ago with the intention of sending it to ASI to be converted to 6.5 Grendel. I decided it didn't make much sense to do that when I could assemble an AR for a fraction of the cost and it would be just as accurate. So I decided to see how well I could make the -30 shoot. Starting out, the shots would start stringing in a "J" shape. I'm talking 3"-4" at 25 yards. I added a barrel stabilizer and that helped the vertical stringing, but it still wanted to move right. I send the barrel off to be cryo-treated and that did wonders to the group size and shifting. Shortened the barrel and that helped a bit more. Added a reduced gas bushing also. It probably helped, but I haven't messed with it as much since. Last time I shot it the groups were at least round and not J-shaped. Next I'm going to try some handloads and see if I can get it to at least 2 MOA. I've heard that the newer Minis are much better. Can't comment, haven't even touched one. As for the Mini vs. AR: Mags: Much cheaper and more available for the AR Accuracy: Much more inherent with the AR. Though the Minis can be made to shoot acceptably well with some work. I prefer not to do that work. Parts: Much more available and easily changed in the AR. If you need a new firing pin, bolt, or several other parts for the Mini, you get to send it back to Ruger. And if you've made any trigger improvements on your rifle, they'll "fix" that for you too, while they're at it. Sights: I prefer the standard A2 adjustability. The Minis aren't as easy to adjust for windage or elevation. But if you sight in at one distance and leave it, it's a wash. Handling: This is subjective. I prefer the handgrip, safety, bolt catch of the AR. I prefer the charging handle placement of the Mini. Cost: Years ago, I could find Minis for $450 or so and ARs were all a grand or more. Not anymore. They're about the same now (for basic ARs), especially if you assemble your own. Weight: The Mini is pretty light. But I can assemble an AR that is lighter, which finally leads to.... Modularity: It's not even close. Will

I'm partial to the Browning Buckmark. I had a Browning Challenger II several years ago. It's basically the same as the Buckmark. It's one of the few guns I've sold. I wish I hadn't. Will