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That is correct... Love mine. Have to send the new bolt, bolt handle, and a few magazines to CCR to match the finish... but going to send my Remington Model 7 bolt for plating, as well.

Understood... still wouldn't help me, though. I'll definitely withdraw my statement regarding your response... which pretty much just said you can't do it. Doesn't change the fact it was Savage's response to my email... which I respect (as I do yours). Taking the handgun to Oaks is legal, and allowed me to have the holster made. Not anything against your company, but if you can't do it, you can't do it. I would have loved to find a NJ company to do this. I did say it in my email to you guys, I have handled your holsters (at a class two weeks back), and think they are very well made. Problem is that out of all the guns you make holsters for, the only one that might work for me is a Glock holster... but might not with my 30S (it usually fits 19 holsters).

There were a couple of the for sale at Oaks yesterday. However, needs to be made compliant... at least the Gen 2.

Can't bring my SP-01 to them... not a dealer, range, or my property.

Actually, that wouldn't prove much, as I'm like 99% sure a civilian cannot conceal carry in a government owned/leased building in PA... but I'd want to actually look up the statutes before I'd say 100%. If you have a resident NH permit (or even a resident PA permit), you'd be arrested just the same. If PAAG officials are answering inquiries about NH permits and stating that non-resident permits are honored... that is their interpretation of the agreement. I'm not a practicing lawyer in the state of PA, and doubt you are either.

I did... they can't do it due to legal issues (they didn't say that, but another NJ company told me that's why they couldn't; I've seen Titan's holsters, so I'm sure they COULD actually do it). Took a chance and went out there. Found a maker that did it for me. Want to give some info for them, but checking with the staff if there would be any issues giving him a recommendation. Got a new case that fits my Tavor (Aimpoint and Surefire made it hard to fit) and some 9mm ammo that I found at a decent price. Shy of that, it was a normal small show. Didn't get pickles or meat, being it is hot as hell out.

AirGraphix in Berkeley and BigSplash in Freehold... just if you are looking for quotes. Not recommending either, but know people that have used them.

Yea, liberals are very dumb when it comes to stuff like that... I know two guys I used to work with, both are best friends. One is as conservative, if not more, than myself... and the other is about the same position on the other side. Listening to all the lead up to the election, the liberal, "Hillary has it in the bag!" The conservative, "make America great again!" Kind of reminded me of one guy that started all political BS at work when Obama first ran... then on Election Day, when we ask if he voted, "I'm not registered." [emoji15] Happened to be talking to the liberal a few weeks back, and he kept trying to bait me into politics. "Trump is going to be impeached." But he really made me scratch my head when he started talking about that tape with Trump grabbing women. This same guy has been separated from his wife for like 15-20 years, after being caught cheating. Has a girlfriend outside of the country, that is "serious" with. And probably has hooked up with a dozen random women in the maybe 10 years I've know him, and always decided to talk about it (graphically) behind their backs. Got back with his wife for a few weeks, and told her the girl outside of the country was out of the picture. She found out that wasn't the case, and now is filing for a divorce... which she will get a very healthy payday when that is finalized. Moreover, he pretty much got his friend (conservative) in a similar predicament... because he figured that being married isn't a big thing to break off (he is going to likely lose the house to his wife). Yet, this guy talks crap about Trump saying something that was behind closed doors... and thinks that is so appalling. No issues with Bill Clinton, or the shamming that Hillary did to the women her husband messed around with. When you point out that he does worse... "I'm not running for President." Well, Trump wasn't at that time. "Doesn't matter!" While I lived in NJ for all my life, I'm actually really looking forward for the day when I load my safes in the back of a truck or container, and smile as I drive across a bridge (unless I go North... but definitely not NY). Hopefully I get it done prior to the next governor... but hope I'm here to at least vote one last time.

Now that Tapatalk is back, little easier to reply... True, but when someone states that younger shooters don't know the story of .40, then proceeds to go over it, don't you think you should be correct? If I make a mistake, I'll own it. You did not correct yourself when I posted my last quote... but stated you never said you saw S&W 10mms in the 1980s. Like I said, people make mistakes... but if you are going to call me out when you can clearly go back and read that you were wrong, that isn't correcting your error. It is the job of the agency asking for funds to explain their reasons for it. Politicians aren't gun people, and can be argued that they really aren't people... but if you have the data to support it, you have a higher chance to get the funding. If their evidence was better for .45, how did they get 10mm? I would think they would have done better saying a 11.43mm... Actually, that is leaving out some details in regards to the M9 contract. Both Beretta and SIG passed the tests, SIG had a cheaper pistol price, but Beretta had the cheaper overall price. Arguing that Beretta was subpar is not fair (seeing your comment below, I understand your stance [emoji849]), as both pistols were capable to pass the testing, and similar designs (9mm, DA/SA, 15 round magazines). And if you look into it, the requirements did ask for a ambidextrous thumb safety... not present on the SIG. In fairness, that was actually saving tax payers money, or at least moving funds from that to other places it could have been blown. I never said the FBI was right/wrong. Hell, they were trying .22 LR full size revolvers for those that were recoil shy from .38 Specials in the early years. They tried it, noticed it was going nowhere... and scrapped the project. I stated at that time (1980s), they made the best decision they could make, considering ammo technology at that time. Likewise, the reversing of their opinion back to 9mm this year is correct... even if it goes completely against the previous one. In regards to the 10mm verses .45, it is in the report that they felt it was marginally better than .45 (their data is in the report). Considering all handgun rounds have limited capabilities... that can be concluded as they are identical. However, being slightly better in their testing concluded that they should go that route. Either way, I don't necessarily want to base a caliber for self defense off of 30+ year old testing. Yea, Wikipedia is definitely the best place to get information... You are correct, Platt did have a 586... 6" barrel, which was found next to his Mini-14 magazine... he dropped it when either Orrantia or Risner shot him in the arm. You want the serial number for it? I can look it up when I get home. Only place I've ever seen someone report Mireles shooting a 686 was Ayoob's book that touched on the shooting with a handful of other ones. In all fairness, there are plenty of errors in his description of events that I wouldn't put it as factual (McNeill using .357s... which I did check the other day, a .38 was pulled out of Matix's head, that was linked to McNeill's first cylinder, prior to his revolver becoming jammed). I actually am very aware of that... figured this would be a good spot to put exactly why I do know a lot about this shooting. I started my senior paper in college on how highly publicized incidents had their effect on law enforcement. Was originally going to be three shootouts (OK Corral, Miami, and North Hollywood), but with the lack of creditable information available on Miami (Wikipedia isn't that credible [emoji6]), I actually decided to go strictly on that and gather sources. So, I still have a banker box full of all of my research material for this incident. Statements from surviving agents, witnesses, first responders, medical/ballistic reports, and then even correspondence with those who were still alive (those I could make contact with). How much research have you done on it, if you don't mind me asking? In regards to the In The Line of Duty movie, that actually played a big role in my research... as I saw it when I was younger, and it sparked an interest in the shootout that allowed me to do some very interesting research that I probably would never have done if I did a basic CJ topic that didn't mean anything to me. I actually don't, as sarcasm doesn't read well across the internet... I think you are a stubborn old guy, who thinks what comes out of your mouth is scripture... and I do actually mean that with no disrespect. That was my view the first time I read your first post I quoted, as you were going to show us young guys the reality behind the .40. There is a guy I see at the range from time to time that is exactly the same... you don't shoot trap at Salomon's, do you? [emoji15] You stated it was the reason why the FBI went to the lighter loading (which is incorrect). And told me to Google it to find out. I've been shooting 10mm out of a 1006 since 2008, and while I don't reload (no room currently, likely when I leave the state), I buy actual 10mm loads. Also a part of two different 10mm forums, which I hang around to get a heads up on parts/magazines/if the conversion barrel project ever formulates (where I got my 15 round FBI magazine from). People on there have put quite a few rounds down range in S&W 10mms... and I've never see someone mention frames cracking due to shooting. So, if you are going to suggest something like that... post your evidence. I don't need to look for something I doubt occurred. I call it how I see it... I've given examples of it a handful of times in my replies, so go back and read. And I've also said numerous times that people make mistakes. Someone makes one, it's more than fine... and I wouldn't hold you to something 30+ years ago. However, when you are going to argue things because you want to argue, or act like I cannot read what you wrote and try to say something else was said, then yes... you are getting the response I've been posting. None of it goes against the rules of the forum, nor am I actively being aggressive towards you... I am describing your attitude in this thread, since you seem to be the only person not seeing it. [emoji23] Where to begin... First off, where did I say I prefer a .44 Magnum for self defense? You stated I should invest in a 4" .357, which I'm not going to. I've considered a 5" (R8), but I don't have a use for a .357. I prefer the .44 over the .357, as I feel the jump from .38 to .357 isn't worth the increase in noise/flash/recoil. .44 Special to Magnum, I feel is worth it, due to the power increase between the two cartridges. Again, that is my view... so, if I feel that way, do you think a 4" .357 is the most versatile handgun for me? I have no .357s, and two .44s (S&W, and then a Ruger 44 Carbine... the tube fed one). But that is neither here nor there. In regards to recoil, you can take whatever equation you want to use... but recoil is a subjective characteristic. As I said, I started shooting a .44 Magnum at 12 years old. The first time I ever used Specials was probably about 10-12 years after that. I know people that are afraid of it just because of the BS with the movie. Others are scared of the blast. I've seen small frame women shoot them, and larger guys scared of it. Im glad I don't have to base anything on my extensive gunfighting experience... and I think most people rather not have that experience. I'm sure there are plenty of internet badasses out there that are just waiting for that fight. Personally, I make choices based on my own shooting and practice for something that I hope never occurs. Well, you running a chronograph to make that comment about 9mm over .38+P? A 110 grain .38+P (Hornady, but forget round; maybe CD, but can't say for exact) did the same velocity out of that revolver as a 147 grain 9mm Hornady XTP. My five shot averages were within like 5 feet per second. So, if two bullets are exiting the muzzle at identical speeds, the heavier one has more energy. Besides that, 9mm on moon clips beats carrying over .38s in a speed loader... hell, even .38s in moon clips.

Need to ask a favor for you guys going tomorrow... Scope out if a Kydex holster maker is there... and please let me know of the name. I want to run out on Sunday and have a holster made for my CZ SP-01. However, if crap happens, would like to be able to reach out to them to see which shows they are going to later in the year. But if there isn't a holster maker there, it really is a waste of time/money/gas. Figured could be a good thread for others to see if it is worth going. Thanks.

Wow... I'd love to get this straightened out, but doubtful. You can clearly read the parts of your post that I quoted... but to help you out. "I remember going on jobs with the FBI and some guys had 10mm S&Ws and 10mm MP5s in the mid 80s." So, maybe before you jump on your high-horse... reread your own post. In regards to DoD switching to 9mm, why exactly would that argument hold water? Soldiers have very different needs than law enforcement. If it can't be proposed that way, maybe those trying to get funding need to get better information to bring to appropriation hearings... or they really didn't have the argument to warrant the move. But in any event, at the time the 10mm was adopted, the FBI viewed it as the best choice, even if marginally better than .45. Paraphrased, but you can look up John C Hall's report on their testing... and judging he was head of the Firearms Unit at Quantico during this time, I'd rather read his stuff than listen to your "sources." I mean you did just argue with me that you didn't say you worked with people carrying S&W 10mms in the mid-1980s, so no idea how valid your info is going to be (unless you just have short-term memory issues). At that time, they were making the best decision that they could... and they stated that. Just like they recently stated that 9mm is good now because of bullet technology, but also that if an agent is going to miss 70% to 80% of their rounds, more capacity in a 9mm means better end results. It is a different view because it is a different time. I rather see that than someone argue the .45 is the best caliber from 1980 to present... as they likely are just stuck in their ways. And to be clear, Mireles had a 586... not a 686 (got it wrong again). I guess bleeding out isn't enough of a answer for you, but try to look for pictures of the back of Grogan's/Dove's car. He walked around the trunk as he shot Hanlon, and executed Grogan and Dove... maybe a few seconds. It looks as if someone gutted an animal across it. He was not moving as fast as earlier in the shootout, nor was he as actively shooting agents (Mireles was maybe 20 feet away, McNeill was lying right in the road). I guess if someone gets shot eight times in the chest with 9mm, a last .22 put into their arm shows that rimfire got the job done, if they died right after. Just searched "cracked 10mm frames" and got what I expected. EAA Witness, 1911/Delta Elite, and Glock 20 on the first page. Continued on the second page to this... and more Witness, Delta Elite, and Glock links. http://ar15armory.com/forums/topic/48325-sw-1006-cracked-frame/ Reading the posts, I doubt it is a common occurrence... especially that the OP has multiples of every S&W 10mm produced (even though the GunBroker listing is dead, the view was that it was not shooting related). So, how about you prove your claim? I shouldn't have to search for something I'm not likely going to find, because you have a different view. Prove your argument yourself. I know my 1006 will handle a crap ton of full powered 10mm loads. Agreed with the rifle not being there, but to be completely honest, I'm tired of the pompous attitude. You're old, so you know everything... give me a break. I left that part of your post out, but age doesn't make you any wiser than someone who actually did the research into this event, and the surrounding change it created. If you think your 4" .357 is going to stop every situation your going to be in, so be it. I live in reality, instead... but prefer a 6" .44 over that. I shot a 4" 686 when I was 12, and switched to the 629-1, when my father cut his hand open on it (he started shooting the 686 after that, and still has it). I still have the revolver (was given to me when I graduated college/transferred via permit when I got a few), and will always have it. .357 Magnum doesn't have the energy I'd want with the added recoil and muzzle flash. That's why I bought a .38 +P Airweight instead of any other .357 Magnum J-frame... and converted it to 9mm because of it being a better round than .38 +P. I stated the rifle example not to have the idea that you should be going for a long gun. I state it to example the fact that individual handgun calibers (out of the common duty chamberings) are not going to be life and death. A handgun wound is not the best type of way to stop a thread, but we deal with it for the ability to carry it. A 9mm, .40, or .45 isn't changing that. If you read the sentences following that, you'd probably see that. But I'm sure you will start arguing with me next that you never said Mireles had a 686...

GRIZ, sorry... but some of your information is wrong. The FBI officially adopted the 10mm in late 1989. S&W 10mms did not start being produced until 1990. H&K didn't produce a MP5 in 10mm or .40 until 1991. So, hard to work with guys in the 1980s using guns that weren't produced until the 1990s. In regards to testing, if .45 was so applauded prior to 1986, how come it wasn't issued (even Thompsons were declared obsolete by that time)? Some agents were carrying semi-autos up through 1986, but after the shootout, the FBI allowed all agents to carry them (9mm SIGs) until their transition was complete (and also between the 1076 and Glock). It is weird, being 1911s were allowed for a lot of the early FBI years, in both .38 Super and .45. In regards to revolvers used in the shootout, only one agent was allowed to carry .357 Magnum; McNeill (I'll have to check my books at home, but not 100% that he even loaded .357 Magnums). All other agents shooting revolvers were shooting .38 +P, including the two ankle guns and Mireles' revolver, who was the last agent to put rounds into the suspects. Mireles was carrying a 586, which is a .357 revolver, but loaded .38s per regulations. If you read Anderson's book on the shooting, there are a lot of personal accounts made by a few of the surviving agents that put it all into perspective... being "outgunned," "poor shot placement," and "calibers not doing the job." Mireles talks specifically about not carrying something that could result in his termination from the FBI. I would also hesitate to say Mireles ended the fight... being Platt was probably bleeding out inside the car. Most doctors, looking at the 9mm wound that Dove is credited for, feel that if Platt surrendered right after that wound, and was rushed directly to the hospital... he still would have died. Mireles was probably running just on adrenaline, so nobody can fault him at emptying his revolver into the car, as he walked past his fellow agents, both injured and deceased. In regards to the S&W 10mm series, I've yet to hear about or see cracked stainless 10mm frames, which is what all of them were built on. There were issues with the SIG style decockers, which were recalled (also were changes in the magazine followers during that time), but never was a widely accepted feature on Third Generation guns (these were most of the complaints, as well as a 9-shot stainless pistol not being the best for carrying in certain roles). I also wouldn't expect them getting the round counts of full power 10mm through them, moving to the lighter loading, and switching to SIG for a short period before going to the .40 Glocks in 1997... Owning a 1006, I'm definitely calling BS on that statement, as the S&W, while no longer supported by S&W, is known for taking true 10mm power like a champ. But if you have information that I haven't seen, by all means, share it. The whole movement to 10mm was due to the results of 9mm in that shootout. Can't be cut any other way. When a slug stops short of a suspect's heart, even if it was a fatal shot (it was), and that person seriously injures three agents (another was slightly injured, and another was uninjured) and kills two... that is a problem. At that time (mid-1980s), ammo technology wasn't what it is now. So a bigger bullet, with more energy (only mass and velocity are variables in that equation), was the solution. It was an identical solution back when the .38 didn't do the job against the Moros in the Philippines... which lead to the .45 ACP. .40 works good for barricade penetration, so agencies will continue to use it. But if you look at wounds, 9mm (today) does a lot more closer to .40 or .45. All common handgun rounds are very similar with performance... stink. In actuality, the job of the handgun is to get you to a long gun. It is a compromise, you are losing cartridge effectiveness to gain the ability to carry it on your person. A .45/.40/10mm/9mm/.357/.38 isn't changing that... carry what you are comfortable with or what you are allowed/have to. The .40 discussion is always looked at using today's ammo, instead of what was available when it was originally introduced. I like .40... because it is something different. I have two M&Ps in it (5" Pro and a Compact), as well as a SUB-2000 Gen 2 (takes the M&P magazines). If there is an ammo shortage, I'll still be able to get .40 when everyone is trying to stock up on 9mm or .45. So, yea... .40 sucks. Go get rid of those guns, and buy up .45. Try not to buy 9mm guns... those suck to, especially since I have a SIG P938 and S&W 642-1 converted for 9mm. I like carrying those, so help keep those two calibers in stock and buy .45. Actually, I have a Glock 30S... so, the .45 now sucks, as well. Go with a .357 Magnum. Don't have any guns chambered in it. But stay away from .44 Magnum. Too little power... go .460 or .500 (seriously, .460 has a lot more versatility... as you can shoot .454 Casull and .45 Colt).

I looked at the T1 and T2 when I was looking at a third Aimpoint for my Tavor. T2 is definitely clearer glass. My issue with the Micros is the tube size. I prefer the larger Comp series, as it has more visibility through the sight. The Micros feel like looking down a paper towel roll. I have a PRO on my main AR, a Comp M4s on my .45 AR, and another PRO on my Tavor. Have a 3x magnifier, which can be tossed on any of those rifles (I used it on the .45 to get a better zero).

For my 18" AR, I went with a 1.5-6x Weaver. I consider that mid-range... but went with the Weaver because it was FDE. My 18" was an FDE build. For my .308, I went with a 4.5-14x Leupold Mk4. It is a Remington Model 7, and came with an older 2-7x Leupold. Was so impressed with the clarity of the glass, I was sticking with Leupold. This rifle will probably be a long range rifle... whenever I get out of NJ.

Understood... which is why I wanted to see if someone knows the maker at Oaks, then I can contact them to see which show they are going to be at. The last one I went to, brought the gun, which wasn't an issue (L/E at door just toss a zip tie through the barrel), but rather go there knowing I can get it done. Carrying a full-size CZ around in a soft case isn't the funnest experience, especially when you buy a rifle, pickles, and meat. If I know I'll be walking out with a holster, then I don't mind the anchor as I go through the aisles.

Because I prefer to have someone familiar with doing holsters make it... Same reason why I have certain gunsmithing things done by a gunsmith. With costs, time, and chance of messing it up and still having to find someone to do it right... I prefer to have someone do it right the first time.

Got an email back from them... Just to make this easier, anyone know the name of the Kydex holster maker that frequents the Oaks gun show?

Thanks, just sent them an email.

Kind of hoped there was one local, who could do it with my gun in hand... Anyone know the company that does them at the Oak shows? The last one I went to, they weren't there, just a leather maker. While I definitely like leather holsters, rather go with Kydex... as I already have one for the gun/Streamlight (have others for different guns; SIG P938, Glock 30S, etc).

I was turned on to them last weekend, by someone who uses them exclusively. Sent them an email, and they won't do it. Said they are unable to do it. My post completely mirrored what I sent them.

Because I would like a holster for it... it gives a little extra weight on the front end.

Just wanted to see if anyone knew of someone that can make a custom OWB Kydex holster from my handgun. Prefer someone in the Monmouth/Ocean County area, but if you know someone is going to one of the upcoming Oaks gun shows, that would work, as well. In regards to the actual holster, black and a quality build (good thickness, good attachment). The gun is my CZ SP-01, but including their Tactical Block to carry in the holster. There is a bayonet for it, but wouldn't be put in the holster... for obvious reasons. The block gives some weight to the front of the gun, not something I need to carry... but like options. I have a Serpa for it, as well as a Bravo Concealment holster for it and a Streamlight. Thanks.

If you go on USAJobs, constant positions open. Some offer specific postings (an actual town), and others do areas along the border. I just applied for two; one in Maine, other New Mexico/West Texas. Just took the one test yesterday, and have one Friday (up in Metuchen). There are different titles, and even though it is a similar position in the same agency, two different tests. The first one was easy, like 90 questions, but those questions where you answer and then second guess yourself. Nothing L/E related... just reasoning, math, and grammar. Study guides are on their website. I will say, get transcripts ready and in PDF form. Have your resume squared away, and make sure to modify it for how they want it written (they want the date formatted a certain way... do it that way). Also, if you are looking at a 05 level position, see if you had good enough grades for their academic entry into the 07 level. In short, have a GPA over 3.0 or 3.5 (forget which, so look it up in the job description), and it works similar to having some graduate level work. The process is a little difficult, as there isn't a lot of places here for the various parts of the investigation. Newark does do stuff for the interview and polygraph (one, I did have to choose Yonkers), but closest place for the PT test is Harpers Ferry. Completely on the applicant to get out there.

In regards to the the above Keymod pictures, I can't put blame when I have no idea who did the installation... If I have a failure with my Keymod stuff, then I can say that it is a design problem, as I know I torqued everything to the correct specifications. Many people that toss stuff on their weapons DO NOT care how tight it is attached, and a lot feel the tighter, the better. Random pictures, without any background, really can't show of an issue. That is like complaining your rotors are trashed because you tightened the lug nuts so much that they deformed the rotor... not the rotors being inferior, but an excessive load being placed on it (lug nuts for all vehicles have torque specifications).

I use myGuns app on my iPhone... List the important things like caliber, model, serial number, date of purchase, etc... then modifications I've done to it and certain accessories (holsters, bayonets, slings). Also have pictures of all of the guns, especially if they can be converted (ARs with different uppers). I keep it up to date mainly in case I ever have to report a gun lost/stolen. Available easily, and can forward pictures in case it is needed. Have serial numbers for scopes, so easy to say exactly what is gone, and have a very definitive way to identify it. However, I do use it for remembering specifics about guns. If I have a certain modification, I try to be as specific as possible. As mentioned, if there is a serial number, I don't have to go find the firearm/accessory to get it. I also started putting model numbers in there for holsters... as having five different versions of the same Galco ankle holster makes it hard to figure out what gun fits it without noting the model number for the holster. I do similar with the AmmoBase app. Have a complete list of all my ammo, purchase info, and exactly which container it is in (have ten Cabela's ammo boxes, so knowing all my .40 is in Box 7 makes it easier to grab. When you have 17,032 rounds on hand, across 24 calibers, every little bit helps. Since I started logging that, I've also kept better notes on round counts for my firearms. I used to do it in a notebook... until it met a half bottle of solvent. AmmoBase backs up to Dropbox, so not going to be an issue in the future. Now, if someone did an app for magazines and clips (I shoot a lot of surplus rifles)... I'd be happy. That is one thing I cannot find an easy way to import into either of the apps I'm currently using.