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Happy Turkey Day!

I'll try and get my hands on a copy of Photoshop, and see what I can whip up as well. Seeing how its a super long weekend with sporadic moments of binge eating, I should have time More importantly, I think there needs to be a short "motto" for each region. Nothing like whole sentences, but something like, "THIS IS SPARTTAAAA" or something of that length. (Yes, first thing that popped in my head.) I know we've tried doing this as well and failed-- and could very well fail again! Ha, but then of course we could totally scrap the motto thing to began with and just go with a small graphic. So, more importantly, what color schemes should be used for the logo? And what color will the shirts be? I'm thinking gray, black, OD, or maybe tan shirts? As for the color schemes for the graphic... well, I'm not sure, what do you guys think?

A fully loaded STANAG magazine (30 rounds) is only one pound... not really all that heavy Pouches are pouches are pouches. The only discernible difference I've experienced in my previous life was stitching quality, which is more of a long term issue.

And further, to go along with my civil court question, why aren't the workers speaking up?! I'm sorry, an unlawful order is an unlawful order. Someone might take flak for it initially, but would be hailed a hero down the road for standing up to an unlawful order. This is just disgraceful and absolutely enraging.

Oh wow... WOW. Is that sign for real? (rhetorical question) I give, I admit that this GVT is out to get all of us. So, my question is, can a person who has been sexually violated take legal action in civil court against an individual? Not necessarily go after the law or government, but the individuals themselves. I'm not saying that people should do it to spite said laws, but if someone really does feel sexually violated. Or are the workers protected?

With some fancy weaving, its possible to make them relatively tight on a regular belt (regardless of its width). I don't have any experience with the 5.11 rifle pouches, though there other stuff is OK. With that said, as a person who runs a belt primarily now (albeit a MOLLE one), pouches on the waist feel a lot more natural. I'd recommend the ATS shorty magazine pouches: http://www.atstacticalgear.com/cgi/commerce.cgi?preadd=action&key=ST-7296, especially considering a lot of us run 20rd body magazines. I also run the Blue Forces Gear Ten-Speed pouches, which can be had for relatively cheap. Regarding the OP, those are pretty good prices. But like I said, I'm not familiar with their quality.

Haha, nice, +1 rep worthy

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My understanding regarding that, Jeremy, is because of the block that of course limits the magazine to 15-- it also takes away some of the "buffer" (I don't know the exact term) that a magazine would normally have if it didn't have a huge block inserted.

The more I read into it, the 1x9 and proprietary coating Bushmaster is using on the ACR actually makes sense... which also helps the price make a point more sense too. The things that really scare me right now are the quality control of Bushmaster (and the QC some ACR owners have witnessed), the small kinks that become big ones (like the latest recall), and the lack of spare internals (which should be remedied soon). I can definitely see myself with an ACR in the next year or so though once a lot of those wrinkles are smoothed out.

TheRU, congrats and nice looking ACR. Regarding torches, I agree that you don't need to spend a small fortune. I don't have experience with TLRs (though I am thinking about picking one up eventually to try out); but I do personally run G2 lights as well. You can pick up the latest generation G2X for $55 that runs 200 lumens, and a mount that is more cost effective like the VTAC mount (I run an offset DD mount which wasn't much more at the time). Regardless of what you choose, would highly recommend any type of light, and, of course, get use to it. Again, congrats on the ACR... the more I see them, the more I try justifying the money for one...

Plenty of story left for Glenn

Tonight (11/21) @ 9PM, AMC will show last week's episode if you missed it. Of course the new ep will be shown at the regularly scheduled 10PM slot.

If you're not comfortable putting your info on your collection out on public space, feel free to PM an admin/mod, and one of us can point you in the right direction [of who to contact with more specific questions].

I recommend the tomahawk like USN.

Welcome to the AR community-- as its been said, Noveskes are really a heck of a way to start!

Alright, I've been biting my tongue, but saying that a certain sex is inescapable of their so-called genetics is a crock of BS. Saying that anybody is inescapable of anything beyond the social construction of said deficiency is a crock of BS for that matter. Because people grow up in a society that vilifies things like firearms, and because of that are afraid or skeptical around such items is different. Ultimately, I don't really care what people's opinions are-- I do care about what a person shares, especially on a common space. This sort of stuff perpetuates stereotypes of the firearms community, and is of no benefit. I won't delete anything or the such, lets just stop the prejudices here. If you have a comment for me, PM me.

Sounds like Rabbi Hillel's famous quote, “If I am not for myself, then who will be for me? And if I am only for myself, then what am I? If not me, then who? And if not now, when?” Which was actually the unofficial motto for my old unit (the bold-faced part).

Haha, nice, Harry-- that's the way I remember it! As for hand and arm signals, it can vary depending on the unit, or even down to a squad. The way I learned it at Basic was different from the way my squad leader did it-- which was different from my PLT sergeant, and so on. The only universals I remember were "halt" and "freeze" (which always resembled the Vietnam patrol scene from Forrest Gump w/ Lt Dan, "GET DOWN, SHUT UP"). The hand and arm signals for 'wedge formation' and 'enemy' were always the ones that were really different. I want to say it is FM 21-60 that covers the Army's "guidance" for hand and arm signals.

Happy Bday, Maks!

Of course, but that's the reason why the belt is a first line, and the PC is a second line. As for my personal training, I'm use to the application of a chest-based system as opposed to a belt system-- which is the reason why it took so long to getting around to a belt. For range sessions, or a class, or even a home defense situation-- the belt is far better because its easy on/off, comfortable, and holds everything needed (my rifle also can hold an extra magazine as I run a Redi-Mag). But if things got really messy, and, hypothetically SHTF, yes, I would add my PC to supplement the belt. I'm a rifle-guy-first as well, and I understand having something that caters to a long arm primarily. But what use is something for mere hypothetical as opposed to applicable "every day use" (like the belt)? I don't think one is any better than the other-- I just think its a matter of application. If someone wants a piece of nylon for specifically a lot of rifle mags, then a vest is a good idea. If someone is considering implementing other aspects, a belt is not a bad idea. This also doesn't factor in the fact that both can be run simultaneously, something I hope to do in the upcoming weeks

I'm actually totally sold on running a "battle belt" now that I've put one together. I haven't run it with a rifle yet, but I think it would be a far more natural than running it with a pistol. Mine is set up for two pistol mags, two rifle mags, a holster, dump pouch, and admin pouch... a good amount of weight, but there is no shifting around as long as I make it snug. And the most surprising part is that even though I'm easily wearing 8-10+ pounds on my waist, I hardly feel it. Even with just five pounds on my chest, I can feel the stress on my shoulders, back, and neck. It also easily comes on/off, and looks a lot more low-key then a chest rig or PC. If need be though, I run a PC that carries 6+ rifle mags, and some more pouches-- to include a hydration carrier. Both systems are optimized to run with each other; the belt being first line, and the carrier being second.

I'm confused and would rather not see anything about this until there is substantiated information from vetted sources. A head's up is one thing; rocking the boat like this without official word is just detrimental... but that's just me. And no, an FFL saying one thing is not the same as creating a blanket statement.

I don't understand why we're still having the conversation about this. We all believe in whatever we wish, fine; no need to preach on the forums.

I read about what had occurred a couple months ago, and SSG Giunta is well-deserving of being a MOH recipient. Beyond the MOH, maybe its an effective measure for morale purposes to hand out more awards now (which everyone has deserved). It is a bit burdening to know that the military, until just in the past year or so, has not given out commendations or been very, very selective. Of course its never about the commendations, but it doesn't hurt that people are being recognized at some level for their sacrifices. Oh, and, its been discussed a long time ago, people are not "awarded" the MOH, they are recipients.