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Chrome is not only harder than steel, almost impervious to corrosion but is much more lubricious as well. So the coefficient of friction of polished chrome is about 25% of the coefficient of friction of polished steel. Makes it easier to run with less lube and almost impervious to everything. Of course if you run the new nitrated carriers you might not care.

Using any weapon or any object as a weapon is going to get you a trip downtown if you need to use it. There's a reason cops are required to carry hollow points and its not so they can be more deadly. As long as you're not carrying RIP or something else silly and don't empty 3 magazines into someone, half of them while they're already on the ground it shouldn't be an issue. Of course whether you use a bat, gun or pencil the shtbag or next of kin will likely sue you in any case. If someone is stealing my tv, I'll hold them at gunpoint if I can and if not that's why I have insurance. If they know I'm home and break in, they're obviously not there to do me any favors and its going to be ugly one way or the other. If you want to be really paranoid hang out and have beers with your local cops, its always eye opening to find out the actual level of crime in your town. What makes the news is a tiny fraction of what actually goes on.

Just because your paranoid doesn't mean someone isn't out to get you. In NJ as gun owners we know this is the case. Sadly I have talked to several shooters in NJ that are so clueless/sheltered/brainwashed that they think NJ gun laws actually are fair and sensible. They don't realize that progressives will not stop until all firearms are banned. They have no idea about the laws already proposed such as in home inspections to determine your 'fitness to own a firearm' through someone's arbitrary determination, 5 rd magazine limits (which is basically a defacto ban of all semiauto handguns) etc. They actually believe that there isn't a large contingent of people that would happily take all of their firearms. Progressives want to ban transfats, soda etc because they think people are too stupid to make their own decisions, how can anyone not see that they want to ban all firearms? All we can do is try and educate prople unfortunately. To stay on topic most ranges don't allow children under 8 to shoot but only you can make the decision on when they are mature enough.

Nice work! What did you use to fill the engraving?

I think the P226 is one of the most accurate handguns I've ever fired. If you find one you like its a beautiful and highly functional pistol. My first pistol was DA/SA and its pretty straight forward. As others mentioned, definitely don't skimp and buy a pistol just because it's cheaper, you'll be kicking yourself later. Find a pistol that is easily convertible to other calibers. It is very helpful to be able to shoot 9mm as its cheaper and 40 caliber as it was one of the only calibers you could purchase after Sandy Hook which is why I got into the caliber. I've actually grown to like the bastardized 40 caliber. Take all firearms advice with a grain of salt.

Bolt Carrier Group. Includes both the bolt and the bolt Carrier. I hope that helps.

One of my best friends is a cop and he had the same mentality. 20 years on the job and his view has changed. He describes his job as having 2 functions, cleaning up ugly messes and giving people bad news. I wouldn't say he's pro 2A per se but he's no longer a radical anti. You should ask them when was the last time they showed up and saved someone at the last minute from bring killed vs. filling out a report and giving family bad news. Great info guys!

Op, I would look at getting a BCM upper. You should be able to get a preassembled upper with most of what you want. This will make your life easier and BCM runs sales occasionally where they will include a BCG and CH for no or a reduced cost with the upper. If you're not in a rush you'll get a great upper for a reasonable price.

I find it puzzling that you recommend only taking it to a certified gunsmith or doing it himself as if he's going to perform a better job having never done it (and clearly not wanting to) than someone who already has the tools and may have done 100 of them already. Certainly some people probably suck but if your saying its not that hard...? I agree he can do it himself but if he's not inclined to do so or doesn't have the time, hes got fewer options.

I don't disagree with you krdshrk, I actually thought the one guy was screwing with me it sounded so ludicrous. I actually bought it for my wife for when I'm out of town so it doesn't really change much for me. The laws are so stupid here and so easy to get jammed up on I thought I'd toss it out there. We're all adults and everyone can make their own decisions. A good friend of mine is a cop, he has actually asked me about the hollow point laws etc. So I certainly know that the cops aren't correct even most of the time.

I've actually had cops tell me that the kimber is illegal because of the way it shoots out the cs. Crazy i know, but because of that I only keep it at home.

I have an M&P40 vtac and I have no issues with the trigger. I have shot a number of glocks and would definitely buy a 17 or 34 over the 19 for the same reason. If you're inclined to you can find 15 rd 9mm factory mags for the M&P as someone else mentioned, though it can be a challenge.

Any gunsmith or even some of the Dicks stores have someone who can mount and boresight the scope for you. You'll need to dial it in but it can certainly save you some time getting on paper at whatever range you plan to shoot. Good luck.

IIRC one of the range owners (I won't call him out as I know he was being sued by the family though I believe that's over) had a cop blow his brains out all over him during a lesson. Guy told him he was a school teacher that always wanted to shoot when in reality he was a cop who had been delegated to the rubber gun squad because of some mental health issues. So I'm sure the family will sue RTSP as well sadly. On a related note I do think the kid was so wrapped up in his own issues he didn't give a shit about anyone else or how his actions would affect others. I still have trouble forgiving my brother in law who did something similar. Absolutely destroyed the family.

Tattooo, I've been looking at a pair of pro ears as well, what's your overall impression? Are they worth the extra cost?

Krdshrk, when I bought my treestand from Dicks a few years back there was a simple harness and line in the box. Not as nice as the one pictured above though. Not sure if you're plannng to buy a stand or if you're using someone else's stand so I figured I'd toss it out.

I'm looking for a longer range rifle to shoot out to a few hundred yards but in a semi auto AR platform. I figure the 6.5 will give me more range, a flatter trajectory and more options with heavier bullets. I notice there are more factory ammo options recently for 6.5 so I'd go that route initially but even if I went with .223, I'd still need to buy match ammo or finally start hand loading to really get good performance. Thanks for the feedback!

I was looking at the Grendel a few years ago but it seemed to be a bigger hassle then it was worth. I'm looking at doing a SPR/DMR and was thinking of starting with a 18".223 wylde match barrel but in looking at parts it seems Grendel parts and ammo are now more common. Anyone running an AR in 6.5 Grendel? If so what kind of performance are you getting out of it and in what barrel length? I hear 18" is ideal but I'm curious with what others are finding. Thanks in advance.

I've got a 9mm barrel for my M&P40 and its worked well so far. I've considered getting the 357 barrel as well. Just note you can put a 9mm conversion barrel in a 40 slide but not the other way around.

Thanks Polak, I just ordered a can. They were out of stock briefly earlier today but they are in stock again as of a few minutes ago.

I've heard good things about both Old Bridge and Shongum as far ss matches are concerned but if you're that new I'd recommend taking a class or 2. Basic pistol from GFH might be too basic but their Urban pistol/carbine/shotgun classes are a great way to test your gear and increase your firearm handling skills.

I have a shield in 9mm as well and love it. It's definitely easier for me to shoot with the extended mags and you can always use more mags.

If you've installed the plate correctly, it shouldn't move once you have it snapped into the ridges on the hammer and trigger pins and you place the selector lever pin through it to hold it in place. The ridges keep the plate pinned against the receiver so it can't slide around. If you're not sure, post a photo.

I have heard of others having issues feeding HP ammo in AKs (and other firearms as well). As Younggun93 mentioned, try some FM and see what happens.

I have had several cops tell me they would arrest me for having loaded magazines, though I have no idea why. I'm sure you would probably beat the charge, but who needs the hassle? It may not be law but there is no doubt some cops believe this to be law and would take you in.