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August 23-24 we will be in Cisco Ga at Cohutta Pines Shooting Range (about 20 minutes south of Cleveland TN) offering two 1 Day long gun classes. On Saturday we will be doing Real World Rifle Skills and on Sunday we will follow that up with Real World Shotgun Skills. If you sign up for BOTH classes there is a $40 discount ( $20 per class ) . If you sign up through Eventbrite use the code - rifle/shotgun - on both classes to get the discount. It ONLY applies if you sign up for BOTH classes. August 23 REAL WORLD RIFLE SKILLS This class is designed as a primer in defensive application of the rifle or carbine. This class is all about running your rifle or carbine as an individual in a combative environment from home or business defense to natural disaster. How to set up your carbine, Ballistics, Fight stopping hits, Use of cover and concealment, Proactive and reactive reloads, Shooting on the move , Transition to pistol and much more is covered. Instructor : Randy Harris Randy Harris taught the Rifle Gunfighting program for Suarez International from 2005 to 2020. Location: Cohutta Pines Shooting Range 367 Old Highway 2 Cisco, GA 30708. (About 30 minutes south of Cleveland TN.) Price: $200 (discount available if signing up for both the Saturday rifle and Sunday shotgun class) There is also a $20 range fee for non members of Cohutta Pines. IF YOU SIGN UP FOR BOTH THE RIFLE CLASS ON SATURDAY AND THE SHOTGUN CLASS ON SUNDAY YOU CAN USE THE CODE rifle/shotgun ON BOTH SIGN UPS TO SAVE $20 per class. Required Equipment: Rifle with sling At least 3 rifle magazines and a way to carry them (such as shoulder bag, chest rig, ALICE gear, pants pockets) Pistol and at least 2 magazines Carry gear Eye and Ear Protection Snacks and drinks and bring your lunch with you Ammo Count: 200 rounds rifle 25 rounds pistol Payments: You can pay for this class through the Eventbrite link OR you can save the Eventbrite fees and pay at class by cash or check. You can also do electronic payments by paypal or venmo (friends and family option please so we don't have to add 3% to cover the fee) ) or by credit card (contact Randy by phone 423 827 9133 or by email at randy@harriscombative.com for CC payment). If you plan to pay at class please contact Randy to sign up so he can put you on the roster. Eventbrite - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/real-world-rifle-skills-tickets-1415125140389?aff=oddtdtcreator Paypal – Randy@harriscombative.com Venmo – www.venmo.com/Randy-Harris-47 August 24 Real World Shotgun Skills This class is designed as a primer in defensive use of the shotgun. This class is all about running your defensive shotgun as an individual in a combative environment from home or business defense to natural disaster. Topics include : How to set up your shotgun, Ballistics, Fight stopping hits, Recoil Mitigation, Proactive and reactive reloads, Transition to pistol and much more . Take your shotgun skills and confidence to the next level ! Instructor: Randy Harris Randy Harris is a Rangemaster certified Advanced Shotgun Instructor and taught the Shotgun Gunfighting program for Suarez International from 2005 to 2020. Location: Cohutta Pines Shooting Range 367 Old Highway 2 Cisco, GA 30708. (About 30 minutes south of Cleveland TN.) Time: 9:00AM to 5:00PM Eastern time Price: $200 (discount available if signing up for both the Saturday rifle and Sunday shotgun class) There is also a $20 range fee for non members of Cohutta Pines. IF YOU SIGN UP FOR BOTH THE RIFLE CLASS ON SATURDAY AND THE SHOTGUN CLASS ON SUNDAY YOU CAN USE THE CODE rifle/shotgun ON BOTH SIGN UPS TO SAVE $20 per class. Required Equipment: Defensive Shotgun ,Pistol and at least 2 magazines, Carry gear, Eye and Ear Protection. A sling is not required for your shotgun but it does make life somewhat easier. Eye and ear Protection , clothing appropriate to the weather , snacks and drinks, and bring your lunch with you. Ammo Count: 100 Rounds Birdshot, 25 Rounds Buckshot,10 Slugs, 20 rounds for pistol. Payments: You can pay for this class through the Eventbrite link OR you can save the Eventbrite fees and pay at class by cash or check. You can also do electronic payments by paypal or venmo (friends and family option please so we don't have to add 3% to cover the fee) ) or by credit card (contact Randy by phone 423 827 9133 or by email at randy@harriscombative.com for CC payment). If you plan to pay at class please contact Randy to sign up so he can put you on the roster. Eventbrite - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/real-world-shotgun-skills-tickets-1415189613229?aff=oddtdtcreator Paypal – Randy@harriscombative.com Venmo – www.venmo.com/Randy-Harris-47

Anyone know what the trade value or cash value of a Marlin 336RC is? I was horse trading and got it and it looks brand new, but I have no interest in a safe queen at the moment and would really like some help getting a price on it. To my knowledge only ~270 were made. ANy help would be appreciated thanks

I have never had this happen to me but it did. I bought federal brand ammo for 80 cents which is a lot cheaper than where I am from. However when I went to load clips, all the ammo are mixed brands. As I started to go through the ammo there is 556 and 223 so my question is can a gun store/pawn shop do this? PLEASE HELP ASAP!! THANK YOU!

Saturday NOVEMBER 21 will be the next meeting of the TN/GA/AL Training Group. Subject: Practical Application of Medical Skills in a Team Environment. Shoot, Move ,Communicate and Plug Holes. Date : Saturday November 21, 2020 Location: 763 County Rd 332 Pisgah AL (35 min from downtown Chattanooga) Time : 9AM- 3PM Central Time Price : $100 Pay at class check or cash. This meeting of the training group will cover both shooting skills and basic tac med skills in a team environment . Guest lecturer will be Jeff Bishop ( USMC, Louisville KY Fire, Police and EMS) What to bring: Rifle (or PCC ) and at least 2 mags and 60 rounds for it. Pistol and at least 2 mags and 75 rounds for it. In fact, in light of the current ammo situation if you want to run a .22 rifle and / or pistol feel free to do so. Bring as many mags as you want and as much gear and ammo as you want to carry. If you want to run this class with chest rig and armor then that is fine. If you want to run it in CCW street clothes and just a rifle with spare mag in your pocket that is fine too. Up to you. This material is not gear dependent. Also bring any med gear you normally carry. We will take a look at and discuss items and options. If you do not already have any gear then we can show you what to get and where to get it. Bring something to write with and note taking material.

is anyone else reloading for the 22 tcm ? i have been for around 5 yrs now . so what powders and bullets do you like ?

Looking for referals. Need a good gunsmith to true a Rem 700 action.

On Sat-Sun October 13-14 we will be offering the Suarez International Rifle Gunfighting 2 class in Dayton TN. This can be combined with the 1 day Defensive Shotgun on Friday Oct 12 as a discount package deal. RGF-2: RIFLE GUNFIGHTING II October 13-14, 2018 Dayton, Tennessee Price:$ 350 (Can be combined with the Defensive Shotgun class for $50 discount) Instructor: Randy Harris(Instructor BIO) Rifle confrontations worldwide rarely exceed 25 yards. Rather than a long range marksman's weapon, our research shows the rifle will most likely be used just outside the reach of more conventional weapons, as well as within these closer intervals of confrontation. This course will take the student quickly through the basics and impart the techniques necessary to deploy the Tactical Rifle, Civilian Carbine, or Submachine gun in a close interval emergency.This course is highly recommended for civilian defenders, military personnel, or police operators (we make no distinction in the material presented). CLASS AND RANGE DETAILS DURATION: 2 days TIME: 8:30AM to 4:30PM AMMUNITION: Approximately 500 rounds (Minimum) and 50 rounds of pistol ammunition. RANGE & GEAR REQUIREMENTS: Rifle (any action or caliber suitable for use within 50 yards), all weapons must be equipped with a sling, also bring a pistol with at least (2) magazines, a belt, holster, magazine pouches, rifle ammo pouches, and ear & eye protection (knee and elbow pads are strongly suggested). Also Helpful Bring spare clothing appropriate for the weather, including a hat, sunscreen, and bug repellent. Plan to bring lunch, snacks, and water (min 1 gallon per person) for the entire day unless driving to lunch is a viable option from the range location. Bring allergy medication (if needed), a chair (if you prefer), note taking supplies, and a boo boo kit (band aids, gauze pads, antiseptic wipes, antibiotic ointment and tape). You may wish to bring pads such as knee pads, elbow pads, and gloves if the class lends itself to that. RANGE: The Ridge 11534 Rhea County Hwy, Hwy 27 Dayton, TN 37321 423-605-4242 http://www.theridgeshooting.com/ For more info and to register....https://suarezinternational.com/rgf-2-rifle-gunfighting-ii-october-13-14-2018-dayton-tn/

On Friday September 28 and Saturday-Sunday September 29-30 we will be offering the 1 day HITS Rifle and Close Range Gunfighting 2 classes in the Chattanooga area. This is a great opportunity to get our 1 day rifle class and our flagship pistol class all in one 3 day weekend ! You can take either class separately or both together for a discount. On Friday Sept 28..... Combat Rifle Marksmanship September 28, 2018 Price:$200 Chattanooga, Tennessee Instructor: Randy Harris In this class you will learn how to fire an accurate shot with your semi auto military assault rifle. All types and calibers are welcome (AR-15, AK-47s, UZI, HK, etc.). You will learn all the basics of riflery from zeriong, the essential elements of insuring an accurate shot, as well as using ground and cover to enhance your effect downrange. This course is perfect for the new rifle owner, or as a tune up for an experienced rifleman. CLASS AND RANGE DETAILS DURATION: 1 Day TIME: 9:00AM to 5:00PM AMMUNITION: Approximately 150 rounds (Minimum) RANGE & GEAR REQUIREMENTS: Rifle, sling, at least 2 magazines if using a semi-automatic, manner to carry extra ammo, pistol, holster and range safety gear. Also Helpful Bring spare clothing appropriate for the weather, including a hat, sunscreen, and bug repellent. Plan to bring lunch, snacks, and water (min 1 gallon per person) for the entire day unless driving to lunch is a viable option from the range location. Bring allergy medication (if needed), a chair (if you prefer), note taking supplies, and a boo boo kit (band aids, gauze pads, antiseptic wipes, antibiotic ointment and tape). You may wish to bring pads such as knee pads, elbow pads, and gloves if the class lends itself to that. For more info and to register.....https://suarezinternational.com/hits-3-combat-rifle-marksmanship-september-28-2018-chattanooga-tn/ [BOLD]AND THEN ON SATURDAY AND SUNDAY[/BOLD] CLOSE RANGE GUNFIGHTING September 29-30, 2018 Price: $350 Chattanooga, Tennessee Instructor: Randy Harris This is our flagship course and goes as far as you can safely go on a square range with live-fire pistols. The dynamic curriculum surpasses the traditional handgun methods commonly taught in most institutions and focuses of the use of the pistol in aggressive close range applications likely in individual civilian street encounters. The class begins with a tune-up of the fundamentals, then we progress quickly to new skills such as Proactive and Reactive Manipulations, Shooting While Moving Off The X, Reality-Based Multiple Hostiles Engagement, 360 degree CQB Movement, Danger-Close Fighting, Bilateral Shooting, 360 degree After Action Assessment Methods, and Integrating the Flashlight and Other Tools into the Firing Platform. This is the life-saving material that is often ignored in many other programs. In two days, you will receive more information than most armed professionals ever get! We must point out that THIS COURSE IS NOT FOR THE NOVICE SHOOTER. If you have not received basic instruction, or have a question about your skill level, please call us first. CLASS AND RANGE DETAILS DURATION: 2 days TIME: 9:00AM to 5:00PM AMMUNITION: Approximately 500 rounds (Minimum) RANGE & GEAR REQUIREMENTS: Modern defensive pistol and a holster specifically made for that pistol and designed to be worn on the belt. Three (3) magazines and magazine pouch, a belt of the same width as the belt loops for the holster and magazine pouches, and range safety gear (eye protection, and ear protection). Bring your flashlights for the low light module. Also Helpful Bring spare clothing appropriate for the weather, including a hat, sunscreen, and bug repellent. Plan to bring lunch, snacks, and water (min 1 gallon per person) for the entire day unless driving to lunch is a viable option from the range location. Bring allergy medication (if needed), a chair (if you prefer), note taking supplies, and a boo boo kit (band aids, gauze pads, antiseptic wipes, antibiotic ointment and tape). You may wish to bring pads such as knee pads, elbow pads, and gloves if the class lends itself to that. For more info and to register.....https://suarezinternational.com/crg-2-close-range-gunfighting-september-29-30-2018-chattanooga-tn/........

TN / GA / AL Suarez Training Group! On Saturday July 28 we will hold our July meeting for the TN/GA/AL Regional Suarez Int Training Group! Subject: ARE YOU QUALIFIED? Instructor: Tier 1 Suarez Int Staff Instructor Randy Harris Location: The usual place- Phillips/Edwards Farm 763 County Rd 332 Pisgah AL 35765 Time: 9AM CENTRAL time - 3PM CENTRAL time Price: $80 - pay at class cash or check. What you need to bring: Pistol, pistol magazines and at least 250 rounds of pistol ammo. Revolvers are welcome if you want to party like it is 1899. Also a Rifle with 50 rounds and shotgun with 11 slugs and 5 rounds of 00 Buckshot if you choose to do the FBI Rifle and Shotgun qualifications. We will shoot several police and federal agency qualification courses. We will shoot the FBI Pistol Qual, the ATF Pistol Qual, LAPD SWAT Pistol Qual and then the FBI Rifle and FBI Shotgun qual courses. I will also keep records of these (if you are happy with your scores) for future reference and use . This will serve to get your shooting prowess on record in case it is ever needed in the future in some legal matter. This is also something your church might like to have for their records if you are a member of a church security team. As far as the courts are concerned if it isn't documented it didn't happen so this is an opportunity to get some official scores on paper in case you ever need them . Not only that but it will be a good day of shooting some somewhat challenging courses.

Anyone have a Throat Erosion Gauge for an M1 Garand I could use, borrow or rent? I ordered the Muzzle Erosion Gauge as it will come in handy for any 30 Cal, but the TE Gauge is caliber specific and this is the only 30/06 I own. I highly doubt I will need it beyond the initial check, I'm just trying to get the initial numbers to see where it stands right now. If in Nashville or Clarksville area maybe we can get together and just check it on site this weekend.

SUAREZ INTERNATIONAL RGF-2: RIFLE GUNFIGHTING II APRIL 28-29 , 2018 CHATTANOOGA, TENNESSEE PRICE : $350 INSTRUCTOR: RANDY HARRIS INSTRUCTOR BIO Rifle confrontations worldwide rarely exceed 25 yards. Rather than a long range marksman's weapon, our research shows the rifle will most likely be used just outside the reach of more conventional weapons, as well as within these closer intervals of confrontation. This course will take the student quickly through the basics and impart the techniques necessary to deploy the Tactical Rifle, Civilian Carbine, or Submachine gun in a close interval emergency.This course is highly recommended for civilian defenders, military personnel, or police operators (we make no distinction in the material presented). CLASS AND RANGE DETAILS DURATION: 2 days TIME: 9:00AM to 5:00PM CST AMMUNITION: Approximately 500 rounds (Minimum) and 50 rounds of pistol ammunition. RANGE & GEAR REQUIREMENTS: Rifle (any action or caliber suitable for use within 50 yards), all weapons must be equipped with a sling, also bring a pistol with at least (2) magazines, a belt, holster, magazine pouches, rifle ammo pouches, and ear & eye protection (knee and elbow pads are strongly suggested). Also Helpful Bring spare clothing appropriate for the weather, including a hat, sunscreen, and bug repellent. Plan to bring lunch, snacks, and water (min 1 gallon per person) for the entire day unless driving to lunch is a viable option from the range location. Bring allergy medication (if needed), a chair (if you prefer), note taking supplies, and a boo boo kit (band aids, gauze pads, antiseptic wipes, antibiotic ointment and tape). You may wish to bring pads such as knee pads, elbow pads, and gloves if the class lends itself to that. For more info and to register....https://suarezinternational.com/rgf-2-rifle-gunfighting-ii-march-31-april-1-2018-chattanooga-tn/

Looking for a little 'baseline' info. I am not 'new' to reloading, but something I thought would be a walk in the park now has me seeking advice. I picked up a boat-load of German (MEN) 7.62 which has proven reliable in my FAL. I've been chasing the brass around for a while now and figured I'd re-load some. Got another deal on Hornady 155 gn BTHP from Midway, and I was enthusiastic about this particular bullet as it has a cannalure exactly where it should be and these are destined for the FAL, a good solid crimp seems prudent... and it was really inexpensive. Looked up some load data for 155 gr bullets to select a powder and settled on Hodgdon BL-C (2). Hodgdon data recommends a 45 gr starting load with a maximum of 48 gr. Now it gets interesting. Brass was de-capped full length re-sized using a Lee .308 Winchester die, and tumbled for a day. MEN does not appear to stake in primers so I did not need to mess with primer pockets. I seated Winchester WLR Standard Large Rifle primers. I dropped my first charge in the case (45 gr) and it was REALLY close to the neck. Puzzled, I threw a 48 gr charge and put this in a second case. This was well into the neck of the case... there is no way this is gonna work! I checked calibration on my digital scale and it's perfect. I did a little looking around on the internet and discovered that 7.62 brass is 'typically' thicker and may have a heaver 'web' than .308. I have not attempted to do a case volume measurement, I've never messed with this before. I am assuming (and you know what that means) the MEN cases are markedly smaller internally than the Winchester brass used to produce the Hodgdon data. From what I am 'observing, it looks to me like 45 grs is going to be about max without compressing, and there is no way I want to start compressing a ball powder! With bullet at the cannalure, LOA will be exactly 2.80 inches. So the question here, is how far back should I go to select a 'starting' charge. My gut is telling me maybe 42 gr, and work up in half grs from there. Any thoughts??

Real World Rifle Skills - Combative use of the rifle Date Saturday Dec 2, 2017 Instructor : Randy Harris (https://suarezinternational.com/randy-harris/ ) Location:The Ridge in Dayton TN (http://www.theridgeshooting.com/index.html) Price $150 Cash or Check ($50 Deposit holds your spot ) Time : 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM This class is a 1 day immersion level class that will work to bring your rifle handling and shooting skills up to speed . Whether you are looking to use the rifle for home defense, Police patrol, Military, or 3 Gun Competition, this class will improve your shooting and gun handling skills. With just a small amount of lecture time we will spend the majority of the day on the range honing skills with both dry fire drills and live fire. While there is no prerequisite for this class, students need to have a SOLID grasp of the fundamentals of firearm safety and be familiar enough with their rifle to safely load , fire ,and unload it. What to bring? Modern magazine fed semi auto rifle or pistol caliber carbine. Pistol. Ammo: Rifle 250 rds Pistol 50 rds Eye and Ear Protection and any other gear you want to bring like knee pads. Ancillary gear: Belt and holster and mag pouch for pistol , sling for rifle, at least 3 rifle mags, at least 2 pistol mags (or speed loaders if you use a revolver), and a way to carry your rifle mags. This can be in your pockets, in belt mounted mag pouches, in a bag of some type or in a chest rig. Some stuff we will cover.... SAFETY Combative use of the rifle (context of combative use vs competitive use) RULE #1 - Don't get shot! (use of cover and movement to keep from getting shot) Position Shooting to conform to available cover. Marksmanship - Quickly hit what you aim at whether standing, kneeling, prone or moving Use of APPROPRIATE sighting methods for the distances involved Clear malfunctions QUICKLY Keep it loaded (Both reactive and proactive reloads and why and when to use them) Transition from Rifle to Pistol (When , Why and How) Practical application of the skills we learned For address to send deposit or for more info PM me here at TN Gunowners or email me at cruelhandluke2000@yahoo.com .