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Wait, is someone getting defensive because they failed to follow directions, and then post about their general lack of situational awareness? I'm not saying that this is a normal day for you irishpete, no way at all (unlike Radek). Anybody who has not ordered from them prior could have made this mistake (though, admittedly, you are the first I have heard of having this issue). I'm just saying it is a bit ridiculous to call out PSA and then give them a negative rep based on your mistake... and then start getting defensive for being the village idiot this go-around. I mean, c'mon, take a step back, and look at your situation from our perspectives.

I'm very glad to hear! I find it amazing how devastating this storm was, as well as previous storms-- and it goes to show that the impact of any incident, big or small, boils down to the local level. I'm also amazed that my area, specifically my neighborhood, never really loses power. We have a number of power resets that happen more frequently then I would want, but the last time my neighborhood had any type of widespread power loss was a very random incident (due to the power company re-working the grid my neighborhood is located as they were building new houses near by). Other then that, haven't had any issues in the 20 years or so that I've lived in this area.

Regardless, my point was that it is man that bastardizes ideals and values and beliefs, while the ideals, values, and beliefs are, usually, not inherently "bad". So, to simply define an ideal based on the actions of man is illogical.

I don't think it's a matter of who is more radical than another. There are bad apples on both sides, and the media tends to highlight them as they make better headlines. Sure, violent protestors in Oakland, but how about the opposite side of the spectrum? One could argue that they are not a representation of said organization, which I hope is true (that they are not affiliated that is), but it is undeniable that they are a representation of the extreme of the polar opposite [of the flea baggers-- I like that one]. Seems like the focus should be the general message, and not necessarily the actions of people. People lash out because they are frustrated. However, it is the ideals that are the basis of the discourse, and not the actions and reactions of the people involved. Man, like nature, is an imperfect creature... ideals on the other hand can be [perfect] as they are cultural and personal manifestations. It is not the ideal that is bastardized, but man who bastardizes said ideals.

Absolutely agree.

I like how the Contour streamlines so much better on a head-type mount (headband, hat, helmet, etc). While it would be interesting to see how a Contour could be used to browse and critique one's shooting, the other possibilities for application seem to also favor the more streamlined and low-profile Contour. However, I really, really like the quality and software for the GoPro. I will end up with one, once I realize how to actively and efficiently use one. Once I reach that conclusion, I'll be slightly more poor.

I'll be honest, and I'm a veteran who gets kind of embarrassed when given thanks or acknowledgement for the time I did. I'm satisfied and proud of the time I did, and maybe when I'm older and can appreciate things, I'll feel differently-- but for the time being I would rather someone take the time to understand the sacrifice, and not necessarily just appreciate it (I feel there is a significant difference). Simply appreciating is to be simply acknowledged-- and it's not that I'm ungrateful, as it takes a bit of courage to even say 'thank you' to a complete stranger. I just feel that if someone were to take the time to ask a person for their story, it would mean much more. To understand where one has walked not only helps the one who asked, but helps make sense of what one has done... and it's a process that I, as a veteran, and others I know, take years to make sense (of which I am still trying to figure out actually). As for the rest, I think it's pretty amusing, having worked primarily in a joint services environment my whole enlistment. I worked varying missions with Zoomies, Squids, Tadpoles, and Jarheads, and I had the opportunity to mingle and really embed myself in the differing cultures, and, ultimately, the combined one, so much so that going to an actual Army post was kind of intimidating. Great times, and while I learned to never: call a Gunny by his first name in front of his other Marines even if we were best buds; request a Zoomie to actually get some stuff done (as they were usually tied up studying for their never-ending USAF test); ask a Squid about their portcalls right after/during eating; nor ever give Tadpoles their credit (even though it's due), I see them as all equals and have been blessed to have a network of brothers and sisters-in-arms who just happen to wear different uniforms. So, next time you get the chance, instead of just thanking a veteran, if you have the time, ask for her or his story. Good chance you'll get a good one, and it will help a new generation of veterans, in a sense, heal and/or make sense of their past-- even if they don't know it, yet.

Did you lubricate the BCG before putting it in? If so, it should just slide out. Otherwise, lube it now (or what you can), and it'll work itself out, and/or you can use a pen/pencil to guide it out from the bottom.

Ha, I think we're all talking about the same thing, which goes to show how bad my initial explanation was. Here is a video that shows for the most part what I'm talking about, from 0:15 - 0:22. The guy has his rifle canted at almost 90, which really is just a further exaggeration of what I was trying to explain: (Not my video nor anyone I know, just something I found) http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=0OHpbI0IzWQ#t=15s

That's fine as the muzzle device is permanently attached

Best moments so far for the multiplayer side? (As I don't want to spoil anything for people who haven't beat the campaign yet.) Mine, in no particular order: - One of my favorite moments is on Damavand on Rush mode, I want to say after the first or second MCOM stations. You know what I'm talking about, though it pays to actually know how to open a parachute. - Metro on Conquest... ugh. Fun and yet not. Only time it pays to be Russian (Or if your team knows how to use M320 smokes) - Being called a camper when you effectively use the AA-vehicles and knock everything out of the sky. (Instead of trying to use it as an anti-infantry.) - Glad the UMP is not OP anymore. - The M320 is OP. But I don't mind. - Going 0-1 and still getting an MVP ribbon w/ over 7000 points

Shane, you described what I was trying to infer-- sorry, Joel, that I couldn't quite paint the right picture with thy words.

My comment, Tosser, was in reference to the position of canting a rifle 45, and not the use of sights mounted on the 45. In practical situations, a vehicle is not my cover of choice, nor are combatants stationary targets (though people do tend to get sucked into cover, but that's a different discussion). I want to make myself small/silhouette less as possible while still being able to move easily-- hence the position of squatting and canting.

Don't take my word for it, but my understanding is that AOWs are allowed in NJ from the federal perspective, though it is dependent on your town/the state. As for the stamp itself, AOWs are only $5.

RU got shut out in the second half, barely scrapping together anything useful; lost 31-41. Would have really made the Big East interesting (maybe less relevant though) had they beat WVU.

Hit the heavy bag, jumped rope (as I didn't feel like getting soaked), frustrated myself further with BF3, did some cooking, watched RU fall apart in the second half, and now pondering if I should actually do an assignment or hold it off to tomorrow.

It was precarious driving home from work earlier this afternoon, as most back roads in West Windsor and Plainsboro go through the woods. Every tree looked like it was about to snap, and take a power line with it-- and I saw a few branches (small and large) that had. Trees are looking pretty sad in my lawn/backyard, but fortunately none that would pose much of an issue if they did. Should be interesting as the winds pick up, and the temperatures drop even more.

6,000,000? Nice.

I liked the MOE handguards, as I did have them on an old upper that I use to own. My only issue is that there was some play-- and I have heard from others (some on forums, some in person) that the play can become quite apparent and be an issue. Still, this was a very small percentage (>5%), and if I was looking for budget handguards I wouldn't have any issues investing in the MOE ones.

The 45 degree cant does have a practical purpose, notably for those involved with vehicle operations. Being mobile around a vehicle is important, as a good deal of rounds can shred through most vehicles/parts of a vehicle (excluding the engine block for the most part)-- so, the whole hiding behind the wheel thing is so 1980's, ha. The same applies to any low type of cover where a person needs to be mobile, as silhouetting one's self kind of destroys the purpose of cover. With that said, the above applies to a very, very, very small percentage of people-- and those who just do it because they saw it in a training video or whatever are probably chuckle heads. ETA: I find "tacticool" pretty hard to swallow as well. As Eric pointed out, there are a good number of people who will either buy the super expensive stuff because they saw renown trainers or operators using them (or in some movie or video game). There are also those who resort to buying the really cheap stuff that mimics the expensive stuff-- and pile it on in bunches. I'm not saying it's wrong, as everybody has a right to do whatever they want. But man, as I always seem to say, and as Ken would always say, "it's the Indian, not the arrow."

Sounds like a revamped and better 'Weaponology'

Super old news. What made it exponentially worse in contemporary times was in the 2004-2006/2007 stretch where the Army, and some other branches, opened up recruiting to practically anybody. Fortunately with the new CSM, he's taking a super hard line approach, plus the downsizing of the military in general should help. But it's impossible and will never go away. The military tends to attract people who don't have much.

Depends on what I'm doing. If it's just function checks, I'll load 3-6. Drills it will always vary. But I do make sure to load at least a few full magazines so I can remember what a fully loaded magazine feels like, as well as the weight change as I expend rounds.

Ha, I never had any intentions of buying any, just was spreading the word.' And yea, Nick, PA is good like that.

This thread is to provide a centralized location to find links to picture threads. Since we all love to stare at pictures of gun, here is a quick way of finding said threads instead of digging for them. If you feel like there should be a thread/is a thread for a particular type of gun that is not covered, let me know, and I will update this thread given a thread is created/provided. For the general and official NJGF picture thread: http://njgunforums.c...f-photo-thread/ Handguns: http://njgunforums.c...ts-what-ya-got/ Rimfires: http://njgunforums.c...ose-rimfires-p/ AR Variants: http://njgunforums.c...ics-lets-seeum/ AK Variants: http://njgunforums.c...ictures-of-aks/ C&R and Military Surplus: No consolidated thread yet! Precision: http://njgunforums.c...picture-thread/ Shotguns: General: No consolidated thread yet! Tacticool: http://njgunforums.c...l-shotgun-pics/ Muzzle Loaders: No consolidated thread yet! Knives: No consolidated thread yet!