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Generally, I agree on the principle that it boils down to whatever a person has and is proficient with-- whether that's a .22 or anything else. I do think there is room for argument regarding ballistics and everything involved with that discussion (because of the topic of lethality/stopping power). However, as noted, if someone is proficient with it-- what does it ("it" being, say, ballistics) matter? Of course being proficient isn't just being able to make a flower group from a rest position, especially when discussing life-saving techniques. For example, I'm not a sharp shooter by any means. However, I've trained with my home defense choice and become proficient enough to trust it (though I know that I still have many aspects to polish up/work on). And because my current proficiency limits me to understanding that I should focus on center-mass shots first in possible engagements, I know that a .22 most likely would not perform as needed. Because let's face it, if a situation escalates to the point where I've decided to even use my firearm-- my intentions are to use it in a matter of lethal force. Using a caliber who's lethality I would question, even slightly, would counter the whole reasoning of even using a firearm in a defensive posture. Now, if someone is proficient and can justify that proficiency-- then by all means, it wouldn't matter what type of caliber or firearm that would be used. I just think its important to remember the different factors when employing a firearm in a defensive situation-- both equipment-wise and mentally.

Jeez, I'm assuming you know what a hajji is (aside from being a derogatory name). As for SOCOM being unleashed-- these operations have given SOCOM their shine again already... and will continue too. If anything, these current operations, and dating back a bit, have increased the mission count and operational readiness of SOCOM tremendously-- as well as raising the respect level from the regular Army. ETA: Its good to see the courts not find these guys guilty. When I reviewed what had occurred a few months back, it was complete horse---- that these guys would even have to face court martial.

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Good points-- but wasn't the OP specifying in his home (as he was talking about HD guns)? I figure a "safe direction" would be quite static for the most part (if one is performing admin reloads). As for common sense, of course. But if we're talking about the sake of redundancy, the argument transcends simply 'logic' and then becomes an applied theory concept-- hence the examples of things... such as a 5 gal. bucket w/ sand. Just saying.

Great show. Its on FX, Tuesday at 10PM: http://www.fxnetworks.com/shows/originals/justified/ Full episodes on the FX site, as well as Hulu if you want to catch up.

Keep us updated as its something I'm considering myself.

Agreed that .223/5.56 hardly kicks. But for hammer drills and multiple engagements beyond that-- having a brake does have its uses. For range duty, I too would stick with a crowned barrel.

Yea, Sonny Puzikas (one of the former Spetsnaz/Spetsnaz experts) is pretty well known in the industry-- and has also appeared on History and Military Channel segments. Long story short, he's the Soviet Chris Costa/Kyle Lamb/Larry Vickers: http://www.progressivecombat.com/staff- ... zikas.html

Dang, I love it when people link CWIS videos But seriously, I would agree with adding more resources to the border... UAVs, CWIS... troops. Why? Because it serves two roles: Protects the border and helps fuel the industry.

I think it makes for great entertainment. I'll be keeping up though online (I never really watch shows on the physical TV anymore). My only issue with season one is that some of the match-ups weren't really balanced whatsoever. I understand that's a part of what makes the match-ups interesting. But why would a ninja fight a spartan in broad daylight? Or Spetsnaz and GB fighting in a CQB situation? Of course the Spetsnaz will win in a heads up match because the GB's aren't made for fighting conventional-type warfare. If Deadliest Warrior wanted to make it realistic, GB's would have won every time considering one of the front-line responsibilities of GB's is lazing targets for FFE systems... which would've been done from a distance they wouldn't be touched at. But hey, entertainment = suspending one's disbelief to enjoy! I for one will be watching this season as there are some interesting match-ups.

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That's what I've done since I got into firearms. Its what the MIL uses in the field for the most part, and I figured I might as well apply it in the home as well. Just make sure there are no large rocks in it.

I have the utmost respect for the defense contractors, but to see the upper echelon of Xe/Blackwater go to jail on these charges instead of possibly others? Its a bit of a slap to the face.

Hey, be accountable is all I'm saying. If I were to take my little sister to the movies, I'd want to know that its kid-friendly. If it takes me the extra minute or two to figure that out, then its worth it. I'm not passing judgment as every parent has different intentions with their children, but don't point fingers at the studio.

I also know of certain sites that ask for an image of your FID (AIM is the one that comes to mind) because it is a law here in NJ (as well as another form of ID to prove age, etc). Otherwise, I haven't heard anything else about it... though, I wouldn't mind hearing more explanations since I'm leaning towards buying in bulk online now but am slightly concerned myself.

I was confused for the longest time, but my understanding of the law is that there is no overall length limit. Instead, a retailer has to ensure the buyer is 18 if they are purchasing a knife over 10'': 2C:39-9.1... Any person who sells any hunting, fishing, combat or survival knife having a blade length of five inches or more or an overall length of 10 inches or more to a person under 18 years of age commits a crime of the fourth degree... Also, there is a named ban list for 'prohibited weapons and devices' as well: 2C:39-3 Prohibited Weapons and Devices... e. Certain weapons. Any person who knowingly has in his possession any gravity knife, switchblade knife, dagger, dirk, stiletto, billy, blackjack, metal knuckle, sandclub, slingshot, cestus or similar leather band studded with metal filings or razor blades imbedded in wood, ballistic knife, without any explainable lawful purpose, is guilty of a crime of the fourth degree. 2C:39-1 h. "Gravity knife" means any knife which has a blade which is released from the handle or sheath thereof by the force of gravity or the application of centrifugal force... p. "Switchblade knife" means any knife or similar device which has blade which opens automatically by hand pressure applied to a button, spring or other device in the handle of the knife... u. "Ballistic knife" means any weapon or other device capable of lethal use and which can propel a knife blade. I'm sure some of the other knife experts can chime in though. Otherwise, your stuff looks fine. [info taken from: http://knife-expert.com/nj.txt]

I saw it last night as well. For the first time in awhile, a movie finally worth seeing in the theater. Just don't be like some of the parents that were in the theater that brought their kids-- its definitely not a kid's movie, at all.

I agree totally, and, between the two evils, the damage from a dirty bomb would be less extensive then a nuclear weapon. But the thing to me is that a dirty bomb is strictly a terror tactic, while a nuclear weapon is far more conventional. I wouldn't expect AQ or another organization to be able to detonate a high yield nuclear weapon on US soil. Instead, the media blitz of a dirty bomb and the general inability for this country to respond to crisis would make a hell of an impact (both within the country and across the globe)-- even though the damage itself would not be, relatively speaking, that bad. If a nuclear weapon actually detonated on US soil, I would bet that it wouldn't be an isolated incident, and there are at least a handful of other nuclear weapons being delivered as well. While this situation is far more scary, it is also far less feasible. As for the borders comment, would it matter? Organizations with devious intentions will always find a way to smuggle something in regardless of the measures taken. Also, remember that tightening the border to a trickle has as many adverse reactions on law abiding citizens. Who says the cameras and UAVs would end at the border? What happens when the government starts installing cameras everywhere (like in the UK) and UAVs regularly patrol our skies, and other means to keep a watchful eye on "persons of interest"? Weren't we (the public) just screaming about our civil liberties with the wire taps, even though the government did it with intentions of keeping an eye on persons of interest?

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Well, there was discussion on another forum about this topic. What was discussed at the recent summit by world leaders as a possible threat was a 10KT nuclear weapon. To put that in relevance, Little Boy dropped on Hiroshima was between 13-18KT, and Fat Man was 21. Cold War era warheads developed by the US and USSR are conservatively thought to be around 300KT. So, the devastation wouldn't be as catastrophic as some people think in regards to the projected payload. Further, since the bigger threat would be a terrorist attack instead of an ICBM, it'd probably be a ground-level detonation instead of an airburst-type-- which would hamper the initial explosion as well. I'm not a CBRNE specialist by any means, but a 10KT weapon (if that) used by terrorists detonated at the ground-level might dissolve a few blocks. Twice that radius would be devastated by the shockwave and flash blindness, if not killed. And exponentially beyond that radius would be affected, less so, by the shockwave and flash blindness. Of course the biggest threat, and moreso for NJ residents, would be the fallout. Since the plume would follow whichever direction the winds were blowing, it could in theory literally blanket the entire state with radioactive material, or blow right out to sea (still would have an adverse reaction, but millions would be spared being cooked from the inside-out). Honestly, if the projected 10KT nuclear weapon did go off, I don't think people would even realize it initially unless they were within 20-30 miles of ground zero. Then of course this is in application of our area, with the types of terrain/foliage and community structures we have. A place like Denver, or anywhere else as flat, is a different story (insert the show Jericho). If the payload can be delivered via air somehow, and is detonated within the kill zone, then increase the amount of damage exponentially (I want to say 10x). But if the weapon is detonated above the kill zone in the LEO (low Earth orbit), it could still have a devastating effect by means of an EMP. Though, that effect would depend on the size of the payload. A 300KT weapon would obviously be far more amplified by the atmosphere then a 10KT... but, let's put it this way, if a person has the capabilities of delivering a payload via ICBM or SA, they probably have the means of acquiring a relatively large nuclear weapon (though I wouldn't say its a definitive correlation). As I've said before, I'd be more concerned with a dirty bomb. Generic terrorist 'A' could fill up a hauling truck with radioactive waste, and place a generic explosive in there... set it off, and then hundreds if not thousands would be walking bombs with radioactive poisoning, as well as the area being contaminated. Either way, scary stuff.

Before I start listing anything, to what effect are you going to be utilizing the foregrip? Everyone has their own style of shooting, and I'm not the type to judge... but gripping the foregrip in a broomstick fashion isn't really the best way to stabilize the gun when shooting. I always see people do it, and then complain that the system was too top heavy. But hey, different strokes for different folks. There is a score of different types. The cheaper ones are mostly polymer and can be found for $20 (or less) by companies like CAA. GGG, Wilson Combat, and Tapco also make iterations that are priced in the $30's (if not less). Daniel Defense, Troy Industries, and Tango Down have pretty sturdy ones and quick detach ones (though the QD ones are usually in the $80+ range) that are priced in the $50-60's. And from there it gets even more expensive with companies like Larue, Bobro, etc. Some other foregrips that are kind of different from the rest are the Grip Pod, KAC thumb brake, and Magpul AFG. The Grip Pod has two different makes, one being polymer and the other a type of steel. The Grip Pod is a vertical foregrip that also works as a bipod. The KAC thumb brake and Magpul AFG are closely similar in their function. They were created out of the shift in shooting techniques for those who use a foregrip as more of a hand brake (to have a consistent grip every time, but not gripping the foregrip like a broomstick). The AFG takes it a bit further as it establishes an actual different methodology of reactionary hand placement (the "Costa grip"). Magpul will be releasing their own vertical foregrips in the near future (no ETA). They will have two versions, one that attaches directly to rails, and the other that can be used in conjunction with stock AR handguards. The MSRP is suppose to be cheap (like all Magpul products), but high quality as well. Excluded because, well, its not out yet. *** Magpul has started shipping these, and they are indeed available by some retailers, AIM being one: http://www.aimsurplus.com/product.aspx?item=XMAG412Blk (listed at $23) ETA: Generally speaking, the quick detach foregrips are expensive, regardless of the manufacturer. A lot of people will agree that regardless of what you get, make sure that if it gets beat up it won't just rip off the gun. Likewise, there really is no need to spend 100+ on a foregrip either, IMO. ETA again: Magpul has started shipping their new vertical foregrip, the "RVG."

Forgot to do this sooner: 1. Application type: FID w/ 1 PP 2. Police Department where you applied: Plainsboro PD 3. Name of the person you dealt with at the PD: One clerk, one officer (for printing), and dispatch (clerk left the paperwork with dispatch since it was after office hours; dispatch witnessed and had the ink pad ready). Unfortunately I don't remember the names either, though there is a specific Detective who handles firearms printing at my local PD. 4. Time taken to issue FID and/or permit: Approx. 15 weeks (most recent PP's [Oct '09-Mar '10] took approx. 22 weeks) 5. Documents required by the PD (aside from the standard application and the mental health release form): None. Just a checklist and set of directions. 6. Notes: The PD did call me after I submitted my paperwork for any followup questions, to include any questions I might have had regarding local and state laws. As noted, the most recent permits took forever, though that is mostly because NJSP lost/never returned my mental health release form to my PD (as soon as I filled out a new one, I received my permits within a week or so).

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The meteor vids are freaking scary, ha. In other news, though related because it falls under the natural disaster premise, interesting article about the implications the recent volcano erupting in Iceland could have, globally: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/35988484/ns ... e-science/