Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
02-09-2011, 07:36 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,170
Re: Got a XD-40 subcompact today
Well I finally got around to shooting the XD the other day. It is one hell of a pleasure to shoot, it does have a little flip to it, but thats expected with a 3 inch barrel. other wise, there isnt...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
10-14-2010, 07:01 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,170
Re: Got a XD-40 subcompact today
Im glad to hear all the support for the OD, that was the selling point for me. if it wasnt OD green i think I would have flipped it to make a quick buck. but I think it really looks good with out...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
10-13-2010, 04:57 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,170
Re: Got a XD-40 subcompact today
For a quick update, no range report yet, but I did carry it the other day for the first time in the Desantis holster. It sits nice and high on the hip, very comfortable and a nice quick draw. So far...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
10-13-2010, 02:10 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,170
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
10-12-2010, 04:37 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,170
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
10-11-2010, 07:17 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,170
Got a XD-40 subcompact today
After a long wait I finally got the XD-40 subcompact. $350 including a leather holster. it only has about 50 rounds through it.
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
09-12-2010, 03:48 PM
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Replies: 485
Views: 85,163
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Forum: The Pump House Saloon
09-12-2010, 02:13 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 562
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Forum: Self Defense Tactics & Weapons
09-12-2010, 08:45 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,091
Re: Federal carry permit?
thats quite the interesting site alpo, looks like the utah permit and connecticut covers quite a bit. but I would still be bordered by states that dont honor it. hmmm, maybe i should look into a utah...
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Forum: Self Defense Tactics & Weapons
09-12-2010, 06:06 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,091
Re: Federal carry permit?
^^^ LOL, yea, I can see that ALPO. :)
Ok so I have CT and VT covered, IL and WI arent going to happen, I probably wont travel to Alaska or Hawii so that leaves me with 44 to go :)
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Forum: Self Defense Tactics & Weapons
09-10-2010, 07:38 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,091
Re: Federal carry permit?
Alpo, what do you mean Connecticut doesnt have one? I am a Connecticut resident and I had to get a permit to carry.
muddober, thats awesome, I think we ALL wish we had one of those.
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Forum: Self Defense Tactics & Weapons
09-01-2010, 06:30 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,091
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Forum: Self Defense Tactics & Weapons
08-29-2010, 01:54 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,091
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
08-29-2010, 01:52 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 1,501
Re: Springfield XD40, thoughts?
thanks for the input, I WILL get it, its just a matter of waiting for the funds to come in. at least i could sell it for what I paid, if not more. And yes hogger129, the 1911 is a great gun. thats...
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Forum: Self Defense Tactics & Weapons
08-25-2010, 04:42 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,091
Re: Federal carry permit?
no i dont wat the federal government handeling anything of mine, thank you :)
but i do want to handle my weapon in any state that I wish, the 2nd amendment doesnt specify states :)
thanks for...
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Forum: Self Defense Tactics & Weapons
08-25-2010, 04:13 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,091
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Forum: Self Defense Tactics & Weapons
08-24-2010, 06:11 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 3,091
Federal carry permit?
I am pretty sick and tired of having to leave my gun at home when I travel to other states. I know I could go about getting the Mass permit and maybe by the grace of God a NY permit, but I would like...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
08-23-2010, 02:06 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 1,501
Re: Springfield XD40, thoughts?
Interesting info patrol, thanks. im hoping the mags it comes with are of good quality, only one way to find out. shoot the **** out of it. thanks
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Forum: The Pre-Ban Forum
08-23-2010, 11:18 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 4,096
Re: What does pre-ban mean?
Anyone know what the wonderful state of Connecticut has for laws? everything else here sucks, so im assuming the worse.
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
08-23-2010, 11:10 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 1,501
Re: Springfield XD40, thoughts?
navis128, I would love to get a small 1911, my friend just got a sweet springfield compact. It is awesome and fairly light. but I want something a little smaller and lighter. Not to mention that his...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
08-22-2010, 04:36 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 1,501
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
08-22-2010, 07:35 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 1,501
Re: Springfield XD40, thoughts?
Trust me, Im trying to jump on it. I am waiting for the guy to call me, but he is taking his time. He told me i was the firts one to show interest in it, I hope he holds to his promise and doesnt...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
08-22-2010, 07:25 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 1,501
Re: Springfield XD40, thoughts?
mcw120566, why do you say that? what reasons do you say the smith is better? Just wondering, I dont know much about the smiths
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
08-22-2010, 06:05 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,790
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
08-22-2010, 05:22 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 1,501
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
08-21-2010, 09:17 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 1,501
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
08-21-2010, 09:14 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,790
Re: Stainless or parkerized?
yep, easy process is right. I am a metal finisher by trade, and we do tons of pasts for major arms manufacturers daily. (we are located right next to colt in west hartford) parkerizing is basicly...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
08-21-2010, 08:04 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 1,501
Re: Springfield XD40, thoughts?
thats kinda the answer I was expecting. Im still waiting for a call back from the guy before I go pick it up, cant wait. As for bullet sep, im not a big fan of 9mm so the .40 is as small as im...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
08-21-2010, 01:52 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 1,501
Springfield XD40, thoughts?
A friend of mine just told me about a gun he is selling. it is a Springfield XD sub compact in .40 S&W. it is the OD green on black color. It comes complete with the extended and standard mag, all...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
01-30-2010, 10:40 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,617
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
01-30-2010, 09:15 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,617
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
01-30-2010, 08:13 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,617
Re: What is your carry ammo?
well you are right about one thing for sure, CT sucks!!! but hey at least i am able to carry and own a gun, so i guess it isnt that bad. and the reasons you mentioned about going through walls is...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
01-30-2010, 06:14 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 1,617
What is your carry ammo?
I have been trying to find anything other than ball ammo for a while now. I am still trying to get some federal hydrashock, but up here in CT they are impossible to find in .45 ACP. My local gun shop...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
01-27-2010, 06:07 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,642
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
01-25-2010, 05:04 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,642
Re: lets see your sights
thats almost exactly my thought. my pistol is a carry pistol that sees some range fun from time to time. a huge adjustable sight isnt exactly ideal for a carry pistol, but i would like a little...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
01-25-2010, 12:59 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,642
lets see your sights
Im looking to possible improve the sights on my 1911 Springfield GI. I was thinikng of a red fiberoptic front and a plain black rear. anyone have pictures of this type of setup? if not, let me see...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
01-25-2010, 12:56 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 984
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
01-24-2010, 07:36 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 728
Re: 1911 Mfgs.
wow, if that doesnt interest you i dont know what does. Must be nice to atleast know you had one at once.
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
01-24-2010, 07:24 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 984
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
01-24-2010, 05:40 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 920
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
01-24-2010, 05:38 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 984
Went to the gun store, need advice...
So i went to my local shop, same place i bought my 1911. i trust them very much. while i was there i picked up an 8 round wilson mag and some ammo. now im really itching to go shoot.
anyway, i...
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Forum: The 1911 Forum
01-24-2010, 05:33 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,190
Re: New 1911 owner with questions
that looks like a heck of a deal for 450. i paid 600 for my springfield new and have no complaints, i would be even happier if i paied 450 :) nice grab.
the only thing i can think of to work the...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
11-27-2009, 08:25 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,254
Re: Sig Sauer 229 in .40 S&W
Thanks for the pics, it makes me want it even more. ofcourse my wife just talked me into gettin a dog for our son last weekend. guess where the gun money went... (im not really complaining, i love...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
11-22-2009, 11:19 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,509
Re: Taurus Judge?
seems like a fitting use. however my area is a little too crouded for carring something like that. its hard enough to conceal and carry my full size 1911
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
11-22-2009, 10:53 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,509
Re: Taurus Judge?
thats more what i was thinking Thomas, just a novelty to take to an outdoor range and blow stuff up with.
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
11-22-2009, 08:53 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,509
Re: Taurus Judge?
i didnt remember exactly what .45 it was, but .45 colt is ok with me. i agree its a novelty, maybe fun for blowing up stuff
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
11-22-2009, 07:44 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 596
Re: Dry film lubricant?
i dont think i could sell it or even give it away especially since it is FAA spec stuff. I wish you were more local i could do the coating for you free of charge i bet. but thats a lot to ask for you...
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Forum: Centerfire Pistols & Revolvers
11-21-2009, 09:11 PM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,509
Taurus Judge?
Any opinions on the judge? there is just something about having a 410 shotgun in a pistol that gets me. and i love .45 ACP so im sold if i had the cash. anyone have some input?
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
11-21-2009, 09:17 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 596
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
11-21-2009, 08:32 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 596
Re: Dry film lubricant?
that seems similar to what i was thinking. It is just a spray on "paint" so any contact like the round hitting it or the hammer contacting the end of the firing pin would chip it. but the bonus is...
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