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http://www.tacticalresponse.com/course.php?courseID=75 PA August 9&10

Seriously? So if your was getting scammed at an auto mechanic and some car forum guys told how avoid it, your answer would be: "F*ck that. Now that I know, I'll be the one scamming him."

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Awesome. Good job, Glen.

HPs are illegal. However, they can be possessed, transported and used subject to the same exemptions as handguns- i.e. Possessed at residence, busness, land possessed and/or approved range. Transported from place of purchase residence, etc. to approved range. Yup. Probably not a problem. Unless it is. Also, given the scarcity of .22s and the desperation of .22lr shooters, I'd only make that trade somewhere that I could be strapped.

Firearms stuff (issuing ccw's, appeals, etc) is low-priority. As such, if there's a recall judge on staff (like Conforti), that's usually who gets it.

Wow. I haven't had one of those in years. I'm going to JR this week and pick up a 5 pack

Mild: Not really my thing, but when done well, a mild cigar can be amazing. Romeo y Julieta Reserva Real http://www.cigarinspector.com/romeo-y-julieta-dominican/romeo-y-julieta-reserva-real-robusto Rocky Patel Vintage 1999 http://www.stogiereview.com/2006/12/03/rocky-patel-vintage-1999 Illusione Candela (This is a really unique smoke. You should treat yourself to one if you've never had one) http://www.stogieguys.com/2011/02/02212011-guest-review-illusione-88-candela.html Medium Bodied: There are so many to choose from, so I'll just throw out some of the very best ones (for me). Viaje Late Harvest line (changes every year) halfwheel.com/review-viaje-late-harvest-lh-648-2012/27087 http://www.cigar-coop.com/2013/08/cigar-review-viaje-late-harvest-hang.html Cabaiguan http://www.stogieguys.com/2011/12/12192011-cigar-review-cabaiguan-guapos.html Nub Cameroon http://www.stogiereview.com/2008/02/26/nub-460-cameroon/ Joya de Nicaragua Celebracion http://cigarfan.net/2006/06/01/joya-de-nicaragua-celebracion-consul/ Padilla Miami http://cigarobsession.com/2011/10/01/padilla-miami-toro-cigar-review/ CAO Italia http://www.stogiereview.com/2007/11/28/cao-italia-ciao/ Bold/Full Bodied: This is really my wheelhouse. La Gloria Cubana Serie R http://www.stogiereview.com/2007/03/23/la-gloria-cubana-serie-r/ Ligar Privada No. 9 http://zackthestogieman.blogspot.com/2012/05/drew-estate-liga-privada-no-9-toro-tubo.html Cain F http://www.theperfectdraw.com/1102/cain-f-cigar-review CAO LX2 http://www.cigaraficionado.com/top25/show/id/10059 Oliva Serie V http://www.cigarinspector.com/oliva/oliva-serie-v-torpedo And of course Padron. I could go on, but there are really tons of great cigars out there. Half the fun is tryiing new stuff.

A. That's a great suggestion and it's my next move. Both for the enjoyment of it (learning about and trying out new loads, etc) and the eventual savings. B. Hobbies indeed come and go in intensity. Before getting into shooting, my main interest was cigars. I still smoke daily, but I used to read several review sites, stay up on the latest releases, humidifying elements, aging processes, etc. These pictures are from 2 years ago when I was organizing one of 3 humidors. Now I usually have no more than 20 or 30 cigars total on hand. I only buy the stuff I'm used to and only when I'm getting low. Between learning more about guns, 2A issues, etc, I just don't have to time to focus on the cigar hobby. So, yeah, it happens. But as others have said, unlike other interests, your guns will still always be there if you need them and may serve you well should you ever need to rely on them.

Well... It's about that. But it's about the 2nd as well, just not overtly. This case, the statute in question, the agency's draconian interpretation of that statute, the Court's agreement with same and the agency's very existence are all the result fo the 2nd Amendment being relegated to 2nd class status among the BOR.

Also, you sort of have a bit of history there: that model was the first gun designed for the new .40 S&W round (though GLOCK got the G22/23 out to retailers first).

That looks to be in great shape. Buds had some trade ins in not as nice condition last year for $360. I would guess yours is probably worth a bit more.

To this point (highlighted above), I'll add what i've said elsewhere before: Revolvers, because... no safeties needed, NDs almost never and chambered in grown up calibers. Yeah, yeah, I know. Limited capacity(a), slow reloads(b), bulky design©, blah blah(d). To that I say: a. If you’d carry/rely on a 7 or 8 shot 1911 (let alone a 6 or 7 shot pocket .380/9mm) 6 rounds of .357 is barely less (and really more, in some ways). 7 rounds in a 686+ is even closer. Or even better- a S&W R8/TRR8 (8 rounds of .357 magnum goodness in a lightweight frame. With accessory rails, even.) And before anyone says “That’s why I carry a GLOCK 17 or FNH Tactical with 15 rounds of .45ACP!”, see the second point in ‘b.’ below. b. Reloads. Sure, they’re somewhat slower (not that much with speedloaders, even less so with moon clips). But it’s a difference of single-digit seconds. More importantly though, running your gun dry and having to re-up (even a 6 shooter) is FAR less likely in real life than having to perform a malfunction drill. Talk about slowing you up and having to call on fine motor skills under pressure… c. Even a single stack 1911 comes in (unloaded) at 2.4 lbs and is 1.25″ thick (at the grips). The G19 is 1.3lbs (unloaded) and 1.18” thick. The aforementioned 8 shot S&W weighs 1.5lbs (empty) and is 1.7″ at it’s widest point (the cylinder). My SP101 weighs the same as the TRR8 and is 1.35” at the cylinder. d. blah blah right back at you. Plus you won’t end up with that signature Tex Grebner limp. jus sayin’

FWIW, I've seen/read reviews that have mentioned that blowback systems* are easier to rack. Walther PPK; Sig P232; and Bersa Thunder .380 are all good examples (and good guns). You might also consider something like a .38 special with a tuned trigger. My 71 year old, arthritic mother has no problem working the trigger on my (stock) S&W Model 10. There are even low recoil .38 defensive loads available. I know a lot of folks are not into wheel guns, but in this scenario, the inherent point and shoot reliability of 6-8 rounds in a revolver is better than 15 +1 rounds of 'uh oh... weak hands caused a malfunction that I'm now going to have trouble clearing'.

Short version: No. More detailed: It is unlawful to knowingly possess any handgun, including any antique handgun, without first having obtained a Permit to Carry, and it is unlawful to knowingly possess any rifle or shotgun without having first obtained a Firearms Purchaser Identification Card (FID), however, no Permit to Carry or FID is required: To keep or carry any firearm about a person’s place of business, residence, premises, or other land owned or possessed by him; a place of business shall be deemed a fixed location.

I would only add that self defense is NOT considered a lawful purpose for carrying a knife.

Agreed. I'll probably buy a striker fired gun someday. But: A. I'm not a semi-auto guy B. There are a lot of revolvers still waiting for my $. C. I don't carry and if I did, it would be a wheel gun. D. I prefer long guns for HD, then revolvers, so... E. Considering C and D, the DA/SA issue is not an issue. At the range, I just start off SA. F. I can't justify buying a GLOCK, et al, before I have a couple of 1911s, a Beretta 92FS (and maybe, just maybe, a PPK)

Speaking of Abramski v. US, orals were in January. Any idea when SCOTUS will issue its opinion?

Doesn't look harmless to me.... J/K I actually have these in the basement as well. I usually only kill them if my wife sees one or if I run across an especially big one. Something like this would have been killed waaaaaaayyyyyy before it got this big: Wait for it.....

Thanks. I'll be taking it to Piscataway this afternoon hopefully.

Got rear ended, need to get an estimate for the claim. I've only been in the area for a couple of years, so don't know any repair shops. Thanks.

Re: residue. That's good to know. I always opt out of the naked scanners and part of the pat-down is to check their gloves for residue. I usually wear the same ball cap I use at the range when I fly. Guess I'll be changing that up. Effing Theatrical Security Agency...

Thanks guys! Looks like goose will be on the menu this fall.

Shipping on 10 is the same as on 1.