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    1. Howe

      Glock slide wear with Fiocchi 115 CMJ

      Maybe its nothing just me being paranoid. Below is a few pictures I took on a slide after running just 150 rounds of Fiocchi 115 CMJ (from the box “Complete Metal Jacket”) Compare to the Walmart Federal 9mm aluminum that I used to run, this load seem to kick a bit harder than usual. After field...
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      9mm/7.62 flash hider swap, and suppressor questions

      Two part questions I have a YHM 9mm suppressor, the host is a Kel Tec S2k with factory threaded barrel. At 25 yrd, with 115 gr 9mm it is consisting shooting 3 in low, and 1 to the right. I check to make sure the suppressor was tight every mag, and there was no baffle contacts. Not sure...
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      mono gas ring!?

      I am not even sure if its called mono gas ring, its a single, but continuous gas ring, almost like a key ring that loops around 3 times. This is quite different from the traditional 3 rings..... A sale associate of Precision Firearms mentioned this design avoid the misalignment of the...
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      GlockDoc's article about changing out RSA and pins?

      Came across GlockDoc's article: http://www.theglockdoc.com/Glock_Maintenance.html and start to grow concerns. My gen3 G19 had about 50k rounds in the last 10 yrs without replacing any of the springs and did not show signs of frame wear. My gen4 G17 had to go through major rebuilt after the...
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      Ammo issue... safe to shoot?

      Just bought 6 box of Walmart Black box American Eagle. I used this ammo for target for years and didn't have any problem. But I opened these box and discovered the following issues. Out of 120 rounds, about 18 are irregular. Dimple by case neck Visible difference in bullet seating...
    6. Howe

      Kel Tec customer service! A+

      I been thinking about dressing up my Kel Tec sub2000 for a while. After upgrade the rail system to red lion, an idea came though about fitting it with my suppressor. So I made a call to Atlantic Guns and they will thread it for me. Thinking about saving money on labor, I decide to remove the...
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    7. Howe

      GLOCK Beavertail - NOT VERY IMPRESSED!!!!

      Ok, it is me over reacting. I think it is still a very good product its just happen to be my Gen4 G17 is the older-with-no-nose-SOL model. So it could've work just fine on your Gen4. However if your Gen4 is like mine - Older, then you will need to see this. After 5 long weeks, its finally...
    8. Howe

      Advise needed on 9mm Smith Vortex flash hider

      I recently had one of mine 9mm carbine threaded to take surpressor. so naturely I am looking for a thread protector. Since the surpressor will not stay on it all the time, I am thinking just get a flash hidder as thread protector then. Smith Vortex is my primary choice, since its pattern will...
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      Had anyone order Gen 4 beavertail from Glock?

      I place an order using glock's non-armor part list/form for the new G17 Beavertail. Order were faxed in on 5/27/13 with confirmation, they charged my card on 6/10/13. As today, no words on shipping/tracking number..... Never order from glock before and I know the beavertail is hot in...
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      Aliengear Holster G17 vs Crossbreed XD9Sub... not fair compairsion

      So, here is my not fair comparison for Aliengear (AG) on Glock 17 Gen 4 vs Crossbreed (CB) on XD 9mm sub compact. Not fair because its full size vs sub compact. Hope this will provide you some idea before you make your purchase. Order placed on 6/4, and geez its here on 6/7. This got CB beat...
    11. Howe

      Skeet and trap gun recommendation

      So, I got kicked again because I had "evil features" on my Mossberg 500. Ghost ring sights, barrel too short (22 inches, not 18.5)), and of course, pistol grip... etc. Its my fault, their house their rules. Looking for a basic over and under, do not need anything fancy like the gold trim...
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      Questions on Bullet weight, and crimping

      I bought a lyman #49 to do my initial reading on learning how to reload. For 9mm, it seem only supplied load data for 115gr jacket HPs. I plan to start loading 115 FMJ. Would it be ok to use the load data supplied for HP for FMJ since its the same weight? Another questions for 38...
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      Ruger warranty experience

      Ruger LCR 357, purchased used several month back. Great little revolver with awesome trigger. Bought it for pocket carry, and some BUG event fun. Surprisingly accurate for a snubbie, happy happy happy until discover this while cleaning............ I thought it was excess lead build up, soak...
    14. Howe

      Kies AR 15 bolt mating with RRA

      Joeboboutfitters.com has Kies AR 15 bolt on sale for 54.95. http://www.joeboboutfitters.com/Kies_223_5_56_AR_15_BOLT_No_carrier_p/kies-223-bolt.htm I have a RRA AR15 and like to keep a spare bolt just in case. RRA is sold out, has anyone tried out Kies bolt? Couldn't find review on this...
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    15. Howe

      Shot placement on Hostage, Half covered target

      Not sure what is the technical name on this type of target, but here is an example: So the question is If I need to engage T1, do I go for the head shot or body shot? Head shot I might miss - penalty for FTN Body shot I might hit non-threat, or score lower points what's my point...
    16. Howe

      Question on Ammo for Rossi Circuit Judge

      In the market for a Circuit Judge, but got confused on the ammo selection, please help me to clear these 2 questions: 1. Circuit Judge is listed for 410 and 45LC, but it will be able to shoot 45 ACP right? 2. It has a rifled barrel, so I need 410 Sabot slugs right? Or it doesn't matter? I...
    17. Howe

      25 cents trigger job - IDPA allowed??

      Sorry guys, I tried to search around for the answer but can't find a firm answer. I currently using a stock G17 for SSP, but if I polish the internal metal parts, would it be consider as another level??
    18. Howe

      9mm Glock SBR Project

      Hi folks, need to pick your brain for some advice on my next project. I had been planning on this build for quite some time but still can’t come to a good resolution. Objective: A suppressed 9mm SBR that feeds on Glock mags. Budget 800 to 1k. (Prefer 800 so I can be around 1k including stamp)...
    19. Howe

      M&P 40 owners please help!

      Guys Picked up a new MP40 the other day, after clean and shot it for the first time and ran into some issue. Several FTF/fail to go into battery in the first 200 rounds. I think it happened with all 3 mags, (I can be wrong on this, I will have the mags marked next time so I can better ID...
    20. Howe

      Georgia Arms 147gr HP vs Lone Wolf Barrel, advise needed

      Hello New to the forum, and hoping to get some advise for you all. Has anyone has experience with Georgia Arms 147gr HP subsonic loads with their lone wolf barrel? I have a Glock 23 and like to convert to 9mm to mount my Cobra M2. So Lone Wolf seems to be the best fit right now, price and...
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