Grunt67

Sounds like BS to me. No mention of the town name, can't imagine in this situation the 911 op. would advise to hang up & call the other line.

Got that right. I've been there several times, same result. The one in Lebanon usually has someone there. That's where I go mostly. As far as the ammo tax thing, I don't mind 0.10, if it goes to the TWRA, or some worthwhile cause.

LMAO. We get these conversations all the time. Wish I could have witnessed that one. Thanks...

Now, that's good!

Proof that folks can be highly educated, and ignorant at the same time.

LngRngShtr gave you some good advice. I have an old powder measure, used with a single stage press. (old school ), still like to do it the hard way & know what's in there. Anyway, it usually takes a few throws to get things settled down, whether it's the measure or my rhythm. After that, it's quite accurate. Still check it with a scale. I don't trust nothing or nobody when it comes to reloading. Just $0.02 from an old codger. LOL

Just wondering if you're going into gun smithing or armor. An actual gunsmith will require more than you mention. Lots of armorer classes around. Can relate to the Dept. budget crunch. All the smaller Depts. have fallen victim to this bug. If our Co. Commission had it's way, most of us wouldn't have a job. Still living back in the "Andy & Barney" mentality. Good luck to you, regardless.

Not a bad price on the 709. My wallet is tight at the present or I'd be interested in having a look. Glad to have another old 25th brother on TGO. Thanks for your service.

Can't say about the new stuff, but I owned a couple of their revolvers, in .357 & 44 mag years ago. Great guns then.

Likely that was the case. The door has gotten crowded at times. I just posted what this guy said. Didn't ask why. Regardless, you can just walk a few feet away.

MY best guess is there is likely more to the story than reported in this article. I'll wait until the full story come to light. I will say this much, if the off duty cop ID'ed himself as the article says, why did the guy run into his house. Something stinks here. JMHO

FWIW. This "is" a true story, BTW, my squad leader, for a while in 'Nam, in '67, was a Seminole Indian from the Everglades in Fla. I saw in Time Magazine years later, where he had killed & ate a panther ( black ?). Got into all kinds of trouble with the Fla. Fish & Game + National Fish & Wildlife folks, as this was on the "endangered species" list. So, panthers do exist in the Eastern U.S. Can't say what color it was, but, not impossible, I suppose. On the other hand, a good photo always helps!

"The Truth Is Out There"

If he's going hunting, as said before, the Hunters' Safety Course is mandatory. After that he can take it further if desired or needed, elsewhere. You can start with gun safety at home.

Can't name one off the top of my head, but likely most would work with you. Just check around. Any that won't, would be a good idea to move on anyway. Visit the gun shows. Better selection there. Find one you like, then check for prices at a store or online. Good luck to you. You'll get there.

Tried full name & address, no results. Used last name only, finally showed up. LOL Guess you have to work at it & be dedicated to use this database.

From a LEO point of view, this whole incident was a royal screw up form beginning to end. Fortunately, it came out fairly well. Could have been a disaster. Very similar incident happened in Lebanon a few years ago, with bad results. Wrong house, dead innocent occupant. An apology would have been in order in the OP here, at least. Judge should have complied as well. Sort it out afterward.

Erik is probably right, at least in the near future. With fuel prices rising like a Saturn rocket, ammo & reloading prices will follow suit soon. I did notice, on the other hand, while browsing the 'net', that "some" ammo prices have gone down somewhat. Midway had some UMC on sale. How long will it last? Who knows. My ammo stock is in pretty good shape, as are reloading supplies. If a bargain comes along I can't refuse, then I'll buy some, other wise , not. Besides, Obama will have gas prices down to $2 gal. soon, right?

Personally, never drank the 1911 koolaid. For those who have, that's great. To each his own. Only one I ever shot was when I was in Uncle Sam's Army in Basic in '66. Can't really justify spending big bucks with Wilson, etc. for a weapon that has an edge in paper punching at 50 yds. I want something that works at defensive range when it's on the line. Wilson is a good weapon, but so is Glock, XDm, S&W, etc. Blood trail is similar.

Your thought may have some merit. As I was walking into the last Goodman show, I overheard two gents talking. One asked the other about his gun ( for sale,trade, etc). One replied he couldn't talk to him there, Goodman wouldn't allow it, or some words to that effect. Guess things are tightening up in that regard. The guys were standing just outside the entrance door. Likely each show has it's own rules. Sales among law abiding individuals, are still legal, as far as I know. Have seen some post signs requiring sales outside to be (?) ft. away from the door. Bottom line, their show, their rules. take it or leave it. Bowing to pressure?

+1 for this. Hope that battle works out like you said. Love to sit somewhere on a hilltop & watch.

Glad to learn the Fed. law finally came on board with me. Been doing it all along at the high school football games in Trousdale Co. Never been arrested yet. Of course, there's not a lot of Feds hanging around Hartsville. LOL U.S. Army Retired

Low & left is normal for the 709, according to reports I have read. Been wanting one myself, and as soon as finances permit, I intend to make that happen. Been fondling this little gun at gun shows, wife likes it as well. Enjoy your new toy, LOL.

Haven't been on S&Ws site, but Springfields site isn't all that great either.

My wife started off with a 40 S&W Taurus 24/7. Worked good for a while until she developed a wrist problem ( not gun related ) & couldn't handle the weight of the gun or the recoil. Good idea to start small & work up.