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Crazier things have happened with Soldiers who were angry at the Army... Like the four member team of US Army Rangers stationed at Ft. Lewis who robbed a bank in Washington. One of whom said it was an action of statement so he could gain a high enough profile to denounce the government and its actions in Iraq... Or the Soldier at Ft Bragg who walked on to the middle of the PT field during morning PT, and opened fire with an M16 shooting indiscriminately.

I'm not sure if it is a terror incident. If terrorists wanted to target a place like Hood to spread fear, it would probably be more effective attacking a school possibly (there are nine on base). My guess is either medical discharges (Ch. 8-Mental) or some type of misconduct discharges that led to some discontent. Plus, I think a rotation just came in, and some guys might be tweaking and just lost it.

To add, Ft Hood is the largest Army post in the US. So, if the reports are true about suspects on the run... well, I'm not sure how quickly they'll find the individual (unless they already have identified the person).

Just read the breaking news. Everyone is covering it, so, go to any of those sites for further info. Summarily, they're reporting seven dead, and 12-20 wounded as of right now. I don't know how it was for you old timers, but regardless of branch of service... all military bases do not allow anybody to carry/CCW unless you're an MP or conducting official military duties (training, range, exercises). If you live on base, then you have to keep your firearms at the post's armory (separate from the unit's armory-- or can be, depends on the base/post/camp/etc)... if you live in on-base housing, I'm not too sure (I lived in off-base housing). So, a Post full of Soldiers, and maybe only 5% who actually had the ability to defend themselves (probably less as most of the MPs are downrange. Gate duties have all been contracted out, with MPs doing meager patrols)... sad really... goes to show that if the guys who were planning the attack on Ft Dix had made it through the front gate, there would not have been much resistance.

I'm fuzzy over the details, but within Denver city limits, its legal to possess. A person can only have so much, and cannot have the intent on distributing. 4/20 every year, all the potheads would meet at one of the parks and smoke up (Boulder would be a haze too if I recall correctly), and no one really ever cared.

Minors legally cannot do anything. However, the legal guardians are accountable for that minor until they emancipate or turn of age. The legal guardians are the ones who legally could have taken preventative actions. As for life dealing you a crappy hand... maybe its because I base my principles on "never say quit" that I think people who actually believe that are a pile of BS. Call it fortitude... sure, dumb luck might force you to pick up the pieces at times, but you deal with it, and move forward. I'm sorry, I simply refuse to believe that absolutely NOTHING can be done, forcing a person to take their own life. That to me ranks right up there with cowardice, treason, and inaction.

Desperation is weakness. I understand its all opinion, but for someone to reach that point of desperation means they (regardless of their situation) made enough bad choices. I believe in accountability, and sure I could blame everyone and everything else for my short comings-- but we all know who is responsible for what happens in our own lives... (ourselves)

Does this argument really matter? Sure the law dictates otherwise, but the courts couldn't give two **** in this state. The trial might get thrown out, but it'll still force some hardship on the law abiding citizen. So, instead of trying to highlight minor loop holes of sorts, why cause more trouble then good? Though, if you guys are arguing for arguments sake-- I won't stop you.

When SHTF, you'll fortunately know already that one of your neighbors will be absolutely useless :doh: But seriously, I agree that you (and the police officers) handled the situation well. I've been wanting to clean my firearms outside myself, but I'm positive the same thing would happen to me as I know for a fact I have peeping neighbors.

Didn't have the courtesy to off him self at home? Seriously, I have no sympathy who take that route.

On the Bone, that opened recently, on Rt. 1 southbound adjacent to the Doubletree. Nice aged steaks (amongst other items), decent wine list, and friendly service. Menu varies in price, but I think its worth it. Quiet, open, modern-- really quite eclectic.

so this becomes this next arbitrary post thread... haha. Well, that's one more to 1,000 for me now.

Congratulations. Now, yes you can get a different caliber upper, but only as long as the magazine would fit the lower. I believe this to be the case, and someone correct me if I'm wrong. So, for example you couldn't use a .308 or 7.62 upper with a .223/5.56 lower. As for stainless barrels, everyone sells variants of them... like, literally everyone. So, just check the different brands, and see what tickles your fancy. Best of luck, and welcome to the [evil] black rifle family

My brothers-in-law's place where some of them stay with their mother was broken into yesterday or the day before. It was an apartment complex, and in North Brunswick. (I just got the word right now.) Fortunately no one was home at the time... should be fine as they're insured. Still, its hitting closer and closer to home (pun intended). Time to go back on "fire watch."

Honestly, if I'm out of the house, I compartmentalize my rifle (and would with all of my long guns). Meaning, I'll disassemble, place the lower one place, the upper in another, and bolt carrier/bolt and charging handle elsewhere. Of course all of it is for naught if I don't have good places to stow them away... but I figure its better then nothing. As for the specifics of my precautions, I'd rather not divulge (OPSEC!).

As a second generation American, "millennial," and basically self-taught in English... I'd like to think I turned out "okay." Then of course I did opt to take three years of Latin in high school while everyone else b-tched out and took Spanish. I can honestly say I have never used a single short-hand phrase except for WTF (though of course I knew them!). There is something far more elegant in articulating the point that someone should shut their mouth (of course laced with the usual profanity).

Souper salad? I ordered that once.

I'd probably choose between Noveske's 18'' SPR barrel (http://noveskerifleworks.com/cgi-bin/im ... e=&status=) or a complete SPR upper from Sabre Defence (First one at the top, named "SPR" http://www.sabredefence.com/commercial.php?focus=upper)

Affleck at a Yankees game? He's a die-hard Bostonian...

I personally don't really trust modern medicine. I mean who has their fingers in officials' pockets? I guess my suspicion is not pointed at the medicine itself (necessarily), but my suspicion lies with the companies asked to create and distribute these vaccines. Also, seeing how this is just the flu, if I got it-- I'd rather sweat it out, and move forward without any vaccine. For reference. I remember in my days with the military, they shot us up with everything. It was even worse if you were going anywhere else in the world. They would shoot you up with everything without so much telling you what it was for. If you questioned them, they would say it wasn't for your knowledge, but just a part of the process. If you didn't want it, you would get reprimanded (to include the annual flu shots). So, no thanks.

Yea, I need to put together my next AR... an SPR for those long range zombies.

1x9; I have an MP15 myself (exactly model Damaged is selling above), and am very happy with it. Good machining on MP15's, just have to check them to make sure (feed ramps, correct gas keys, etc)-- but best bang for your buck I think. Plus, they're in stock at most places I've been too-- as the MP15-ORC model is definitively made to be NJ compliant... and convenient if you're opting to rely on optics instead of iron sights.

It really depends on what you're looking for. Are you looking for a carbine/mid-length/full-length? Would it be for plinking/target shooting or home defense/SHTF/competition? Regarding the different brands, I think what the function of the rifle will be for you would determine that. All the brands out there aren't bad, but if I was looking for a strict SHTF/home defense AR, I would probably prefer one brand over another. For your price range though, you should have some decent options. I think something you would have to factor though is the cost of whatever optics you decide on getting (whether its a HWS, red dot, or glass), and the accessories that go with that (mounts if needed, etc). The prices on optics can range a lot as you're probably already aware. Don't just go to the shop and buy whatever they have. I think most everyone here could agree that you should find exactly what you want, and see if one of the vendors or your local dealer could get it in for you. I'm not going to go into brands because I think its all matter of opinion. Some guys love their Olympic Arms, some will only get a Noveske/LMT/Sabre/DD... so, I'm not going to open that can of worms. Best of luck.

I'd be interested, though I'd prefer to make my final decision based on whatever the final design might be.