Wojo

Well, I took out my newest Sig today to check it out. I have a P229 Platinum Elite Carry in 40S&W. It is very close in dimensions to the P220 Compact. The P220 is .4" shorter in the grip height and bit thinner in grip girth which combined really reduces printing in a light weight shirt. It carries 6 rounds of 45 acp in the magazine compared to the P220 Carry and P220 full size which holds 8 in a standard mag. You can use 8 round mags in the Compact if you buy a $13 spacer. The SAS version has had all the edges rounded and ground down. It is very smooth and snag free being drawn from several concealed holsters I have tried... tucked IWB at the hip and at 6 o'clock, belt carry as well. Too big for apex carry with my build (I'll try again after losing more weight). Works well with all of my P229 holsters, but has a looser fit in my Safari-Land holster, but still very secure. Real part...to be fair, it is still not fully broken in, but damn close IMHO. Ammo in the magazines are VERY tight. 230g Ball ammo, Critical Defense ammo and my 200 / 230 Laser Cast reloads feed fine. Hornady TAP would not load in it. Nor my reloads using Hornady's FXP / TAP bullet. The mouth of the bullet is just too wide. Not being able to feed anything will cost it a point in the final score. Oddly enough, I was more pleased with my both eyes open reaction / flash shooting then using sights and going for tight groups. The groups did tighten up, but this in not my match grade 1911 and I need to remember that. It is a combat pistol. This is my smallest gripped pistol outside of my LCP and half my pinky finger is hanging below the finger extension. I have long thin fingers. You sausage fingered guys may not like this shorter grip. The weight and design handled the recoil very well, and to me, had less snap than my P229 shooting 40 S&W 180g. Judging by my reloads and ammo I brought with me, I think I will be leaning towards a 200g ball / tight mouthed JHP. Overall, I am very happy with how this carries and am very happy to have the stopping power of 45ACP in such a manageable package. YMMV. http://www.sigsauer.com/CatalogProductDetails/p220-compact-sas-gen-2.aspx

Not a fan of Ice T but did watch that the other day. Ignoring all of his past history, and I am choking while saying (typing this), he came across more sane then Ted Nugent does on any given interview. I like Ted and would love to hang out with him sometime, but, he just sends the wrong image about gun owners. As far as Black Flag, Bad Religion, Circle Jerks or the Dead Kennedys...yea boi, now we're talking my music. FWIW - NJ Oi fest is happening in the Stanhope House next month.

Barry boards....love it! Shovel Ready baby.

Like Hawaii...electric is insanely expensive, but the sunshine is plentiful 12 months a year.

Yes it is amazing. This particular low life made all sorts of claims in his books. Countless Police Department, government agencies and other groups paid big money to listen to his 'stories'. My former company had me work with him on consulting with American companies post-Mumbai Hotel incident. I read his book on Breslan and it was well written, but too many things didn't sit right with me. I studied Russian history in college to better understand our enemy during the Cold War and things / perspectives just didn't gel. After a few conversations he offered to connect with veteran of India's version of our 'Delta Force' called the Black Cats. As I was brushing up on India and their extensive culture of graph and lies, I got even more suspicious. Anyway, after numerous meetings with the US-India Business Council in NYC and in DC and another group called Security Watch India, I never got a good feeling and got cold feet. Good thing. Turns out these "Black Cats" that Giduck worked / advised were nothing but a front. Any recent success India has had in recent years is a veneer. British Commandos or any number of US Spec Ops family have taken care of business and have given India the credit to make them appear to be stronger then they are. In all actuality, they (military / police) are completely spineless and lack what was confided to me, "The American Western Spirit". They will not charge into the lions den to save anyone. They just don't value human life they way American Sheep Dogs do. Anyway, this exercise cemented my belief he was an imposter. When I stumbled upon SOCNET.com trying to oust this guy did I realize my NJ Gut instincts were on the money. Now this scumbag is suing some very honorable members of the Spec Ops Community. Some guys are active duty and this POS is extorting money from them. This has really struck a nerve with me. Plus, I left my company because of the fraud that is going on. The company has no money on paper and nor do the principals. If I get them criminally, there still isn't any personal assets for me to go after. I will 'greet' them next time they are in the area giving a seminar....patience grasshopper, patience.

I have personal dealings with John Giduck and can attest to his high level of BS. The company I used to work for had him on as part of the Expert Council, but it was clear he was not an expert. When I alerted our executives to this fraud, I was dismissed. I wound up leaving the company, but this came to my attention. Any veterans will find this completely offensive. Anyone involved with LE work, ought to read this and stop your departments from giving a fraud hard earned tax dollars. A week or so ago, I was honored with a request of some folks from SOCNET for our help in assisting them in a legal battle they’re having with a stolen valor thief turned bully who happens to be a lawyer. John Giduck was discharged from the Army after a lengthy career of 58 days and proceeded to build another career based on lies about his military experience – you know because all of that Drill & Ceremony gives him a distinct advantage in the world of private security. Well, the folks at SOCNET outed him as a phony and started damaging his business, so like some of the phonies we’ve had here, he struck back. I’ll let the folks from SOCNET explain the whole story; http://thisainthell.us/blog/?p=30958

...that would require a spine. Not happening with this guy. Steve Lonegan...where is he?

<sarcasm alert> What? Celebratory fire is a no-no here? It's fine in all the muslim countries.

I'd be great here. Certainly wouldn't be star struck...I rarely watch B'ball. Other then Lin, Kobe and handful of the guys who get the headlines, I have no idea about these guys. Unless you have walked on water and rose from the dead, I'm not going to get excited. People are people and they are all the same to me.

Seeking some networking assistance. The NBA is looking for a Director of Facility Operations which is right up my alley. Facility & Crisis Management with some security mixed is my niche. I would love to be able to get my resume in front of a human instead just an website application. Plan on a nice steak dinner with copious amounts of amber beverages on me for any assistance. If your a Vegan, I'll get you a block of Fak-con or Tu-furkey. Thanks in advance, Wojo

Maks, what is coming into NJ is my question? Most of us can't commute to SC...gas would be a killer.

During the Revolutionary War, the old timers that could kill at long range were called, "Deadly Old Men". They drove the British nuts. They were the first US Snipers. And like this gentlemen, they duped people with their age, but humbled them with his skills. Very nice story.

I wonder how the UAW feels about this. The Chinese government has agreed to buy investment stakes currently held by General Motors’ pension plan, in a deal that will make Beijing a sizeable investor in many of the US and Europe’s largest private equity funds.... http://www.ft.com/intl/cms/s/0/82cd520a-d0f9-11e1-8957-00144feabdc0.html#axzz210svQTWQ

Well, Financial Times just announced that China will be buying (shoring up) GM's pension fund. I wonder how the Union Bosses feel about that?

Always good to see another veteran on board...welcome.

"...As far as the "expert" from the Bethlehem PD (who seems happy that he's going to be on TV) comment about losing your training after a month or two that depends on the nature and extent of your training..." Has this LEO considered that most local PD's only re-qualify twice a year and Federal agencies quarterly? Many of the LEO Instructors that I trained with in the NRA stated that even the twice a year re-quals were rushed and lighten up considerably because of budget and resource constraints. Also, most of them agreed that too many of the active LEO's won't spend any time at the range unless it is on company time and dime. The serious professionals go to the range on their time and own dime if necessary.

I've had the unfortunate experience to attend a few funerals of friends / brothers while in uniform. It is never easy. The highest honor I had was being party of a funeral detail was when I was 'volunteered' out of boot camp to be part of a large procession at Arlington. Our most recent Commandant passed away just weeks after retiring and he got full honors including the same caisson the held JFK's body. 1903 Springfield's, chromed 16" bayonets, full dress as you can get. We were told President Reagan was going to be there, but then VP GHW Bush personally came and inspected our ranks. I mean, actually walked the rows. Talk about high pressure. All I saw was him pass by the zit on the back of guys neck in front of me that I had been staring at for hours (eyes in the boat). Standing by the CG Monument in Arlington we had the fly by, the 21 gun salute and then during Taps, I thought my heart was going to burst with pride. I had to do everything to keep stone-faced. Remaining motionless was easy. Remaining emotionless was impossible.

I hope so too. But seeing some of the people in the funeral procession lose it when they topped the hill and saw the massive line of people and flags lining the road was heart wrenching. My wife lost it seeing thier reaction. We were positioned within the first 50' of the line. I had a large Besty Ross Flag flying.

I read in several reviews that the PSE had some limb problems. The problems seemed to be around 2008 and have not seen any more recent complaints about them. I think I saw the Bear was around $700 bills on some sites.

Excellent out pouring of the local communities. The last mile was essentially shoulder to shoulder with the majority of people waving flags. If was eery how silent such a large gathering of people were until the funeral procession passed. It really was a moving event. 10 minutes after the procession it started to rain. Nothing like a little help from the powers that be to hold off some rain.

I am looking for some feedback on a good Take-down recurve bow. Background - Back in the late 70's / very early 80's I was heavy into archery as a teen. I started with a cheap recurve and saved my dollars to buy a use Shadow 300 which was a decent compound for the day. As I got taller, my draw length put me out of the 'stock' range of 28 to 30 and I stopped shooting. I recently with the changes in NJ bow hunting laws decided to get back into it. Last year I bought a nice used PSE 60# that had a 30" draw and I figured with those new fangled mechanical releases I would be golden. Not so much. I like to have deep weld into the corner of my mouth with my thumb knuckle. Even with the release I feel like I am only doing a partial draw. I am NOT a big fan of the mechanical release and am looking to buy either a nice take-down recurve that I can 'over draw' a couple of inches. My understanding is that you typically gain about .5-.75 lbs per inch beyond idea draw length. Back to basics...simple sights, glove release, string silencers, string eye peep and practice, practice, practice. So with that said, I will be heading to my local archery shop, but wanted to get some feed back on the take-down brands.

A little late on this but I am going to chime in. Back in the late 70's / very early 80's I was heavy into archery as a teen. I started with a cheap recurve and saved my dollars to buy a use Shadow 300 which was a decent compound for the day. As I got taller, my draw length put me out of the 'stock' range of 28 to 30 and I stopped shooting. I recently with the changes in NJ bow hunting laws decided to get back into it. So, I bought a nice used PSE 60# that had a 30" draw and I figured with those new releases I would be golden. Not so much. I like to have deep weld into the corner of my mouth with my thumb knuckle. Even with the release I feel like I am only doing a partial draw. I am NOT a big fan of the mechanical release and am looking to buy either a nice take-down recurve that I can 'over draw' a couple of inches. My understanding is that you typically gain about .5-.75 lbs per inch beyond idea draw length. Sorry for the hijack here...I'll be making a new post seeking advice here.

After reading the Hunger Games, both of my girls really want to try archery. They shoot rifles, but they / we can practice in the yard more often. I am trying to figure out the right size for skinny 12 y/o's. I am 2 books into the series and am glad they read it. Now they understand Dad a little more about being prepared and wary of government control.

A couple of months ago, I was driving an executive to JFK who helped to broker / export / relocate companies. He told me for the last few years all of his NJ work was getting out of the state and nothing coming in. The companies in the Mid-Atlantic / New England area are all moving operations overseas or much further south. So many NJ/NY'ers have moved south, it is easy to find 'us' who work with a sense of urgency instead of 'southern time'.

I'm glad to hear that Sig made it right for you. I have a P229 Elite in 40 and have never had an issue in any way shape or form. I firmly believe in spending the extra money to have a firearm run thru the factory's custom shop to make it that much better. I hope in the next week or two to pick up a Sig P220 Compact SAS Elite.