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Forum: General Discussion 05-03-2013, 10:11 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 255
Posted By Poppypaul
Ammo Shortage

For the last several months the availability of ammo for long and short guns has been extremely poor. In CT the shelves of Wal Mart for ammo have been just about empty. Where is there currently a...
Forum: The Constitutional & RKBA Forum 02-04-2013, 05:57 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 439
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: Assault Weapon?

Do you mean it MUST be an automatic to be considered an assault weapon?
Forum: The Constitutional & RKBA Forum 02-03-2013, 06:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 439
Posted By Poppypaul
Assault Weapon?

Friends:
Under the Federal 1994 ban on "assault" weapons which expired in 2004 was a rifle an "assault weapon" if the rifle had a removable magazine and two of the five features that were identified...
Forum: General Discussion 12-30-2012, 11:42 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 260
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: Just found out!

FF:
Great news. Her hard work has and will pay off. As the father of a physician I know the joy you feel for her on her acceptance. Tell her to continue to work hard, do not get discouraged and be...
Forum: General Discussion 12-28-2012, 07:13 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 572
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: human body question

JST:
Your writing skills are at high voltage.
Poppypaul
Forum: General Discussion 12-15-2012, 09:19 PM
Replies: 204
Views: 4,762
Posted By Poppypaul
Forum: General Discussion 12-15-2012, 01:05 PM
Replies: 204
Views: 4,762
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: Another school shooting

My Friends:
I live in this Town - Newtown, CT. The shooting is just horrible and difficult to comprehend. I am also Chairman of Newtown's Police Commission and can say without hesitation that our...
Forum: General Discussion 12-06-2012, 08:51 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 400
Posted By Poppypaul
Long Range Accuracy

Received this in an email. If true (and I believe it) that is some weapon.


New Long Distance Kill Shot Record (8,120 Feet / 2,706.67 Yards)
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Forum: The Fire For Effect and Totally Politically Incorrect Forum 11-08-2012, 04:32 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 2,770
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: election rant

We have been taken for the ride of our lives with the president being reelected. I am horrified that so many people did in fact vote for him. But DD there really are that many stupid people. And...
Forum: General Discussion 10-28-2012, 09:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 207
Posted By Poppypaul
Hunters and National Security

Here is an email I received today. I had never thought about the importance of hunting to our national security until I read this.


Interesting slant on things

The world's largest...
Forum: The Fire For Effect and Totally Politically Incorrect Forum 10-13-2012, 04:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 381
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: Gun Safety???

Firearm safety is not a humorous subject and should not be treated as such. This video does a great disservice to all those that promote gun safety and is not funny or humorous to boot.
Forum: General Discussion 10-12-2012, 06:04 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 713
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: father shot son

Beth: Newtown
Forum: General Discussion 10-11-2012, 07:17 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 713
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: father shot son

There are a few more pieces of information on this. This happened at 1 AM. The father is a teacher in the New Fairfield school district the Town where this took place. He apparently had a proper...
Forum: The Pump House Saloon 09-23-2012, 12:37 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 401
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: Funny Voice Mail

My wife and I could not stop laughing! Don't mess with older women - younger ones too.
Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun 09-10-2012, 11:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 518
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: Shotgun Barrel Rifling

Alpo what is the difference between a rifled slug and a non-rifled slug? Since my barrel is rifled must I use a non-rifled slug? Or can I use either?
Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun 09-10-2012, 08:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 518
Posted By Poppypaul
Shotgun Barrel Rifling

I have a 16 ga Browning shotgun that has a rifled barrel. Is there harm to the barrel in using any ammo other than a slug?
Forum: The Fire For Effect and Totally Politically Incorrect Forum 09-08-2012, 01:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 307
Posted By Poppypaul
A Breath of Fresh Air

Here is a man who speaks clearly and without reservations.
...
Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun 09-03-2012, 10:10 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 368
Posted By Poppypaul
Browning Auto 5 16 gauge shotgun

I have acquired this shotgun. It's serial number is A15XXX. I need some help in understanding how to set up the friction ring for heavy and light loads. I am not all that familiar with shotguns so I...
Forum: General Discussion 08-12-2012, 06:46 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 765
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: Testing Concealed Carry

Yes, in CT we have a "carry" permit which allows us to carry concealed or open where not prohibited. In the newspaper piece I read the arrest was ordered by the Police Chief who said that even if...
Forum: General Discussion 08-12-2012, 03:54 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 765
Posted By Poppypaul
Testing Concealed Carry

In New Haven, CT a local attorney went to a movie theater late one night recently with a handgun which was not concealed but exposed. He was legal in that he had CC permit. He found himself in cuffs...
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 08-09-2012, 07:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 560
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: Tool Question

Thanks fellas it makes good sense to me. The photos really show how much better the one fits than the other. In addition ruining a firearm screw head will be much more costly to replace IF it can be...
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 08-09-2012, 07:25 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 560
Posted By Poppypaul
Tool Question

I have come to realize that screwdrivers for gunsmithing are different than regular screwdrivers you might buy at Sears or other makes. The screwdrivers for firearms have straight shanks coming up...
Forum: General Discussion 07-24-2012, 07:09 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,050
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: Could The Arora, Colorado Shootings Have Been Stopped

My friends we are in for a barrage of attacks on concealed carry and even ownership in light of this tragedy by this nut-case in Colorado. In the rather liberal northeast here in CT there are cries...
Forum: General Discussion 07-22-2012, 02:44 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 204
Posted By Poppypaul
Aurora, CO Shootings - Police and Fire Transmissions

See Link

http://kingwoodunderground.com/topic.jsp?topicId=11735821
Forum: General Discussion 07-11-2012, 06:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 217
Posted By Poppypaul
Good Info

This is an email I received. Pretty good advice and true too.



Some words to the wise. Shooting Advice from various Concealed Carry Instructors. If you own a gun, you will appreciate this. If...
Forum: The Constitutional & RKBA Forum 07-08-2012, 02:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,269
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: The u.n. 2nd Amend. Treaty Meeting .....

My friends it amazes me that so many will kick back to nice quotations and references concerning how there would be a revolution etc., etc. This administration is in FAVOR of the UN dictating to us...
Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum 07-07-2012, 11:43 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 350
Posted By Poppypaul
Winchester Model 94 - Need advice

Hello:
I have posted a question on this before but did not have any photos. Now I do. It is model 94 30-30 cal and it appears in fair condition. Has not been fired in many years. It has a 20 inch...
Forum: The Constitutional & RKBA Forum 07-06-2012, 08:12 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,455
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: Let's Voice Our Objections NOW!!!!!!!

Old Grump:
I agree with you about the senate needing to ratify treaties BUT our leader is a very devious person and may find a way to get around that little requirement. He has shown a very skillful...
Forum: The Constitutional & RKBA Forum 07-05-2012, 08:04 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,455
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: Let's Voice Our Objections NOW!!!!!!!

Jedwil your link is very troublesome to me. We have an administartion which will go to any ends to achieve their goals one way or another. Personally, I believe we must voice our extreme resistance...
Forum: The Constitutional & RKBA Forum 07-05-2012, 02:53 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,455
Posted By Poppypaul
Let's Voice Our Objections NOW!!!!!!!

My friends:
Read this and be forewarned. If we do not shout out our objections now we will regret it.

See this link.
...
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 06-30-2012, 06:40 AM
Replies: 11
Sticky: Gun Manuals
Views: 2,240
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: Gun Manuals

Rocketman:
I did and no luck.
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 06-29-2012, 12:05 PM
Replies: 11
Sticky: Gun Manuals
Views: 2,240
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: Gun Manuals

KWM;
Thanks but I do not get any open web page when I click on the link.
Forum: General Discussion 06-25-2012, 02:12 PM
Replies: 196
Views: 7,143
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: Got searched for having my gun

[QUOTE=bobski;946776]say what you want.
i will think what i want.
such is the beauty of america.


so, if youre gonna be ccw in ny, you ought to be ready for things like this to happen.....AND...
Forum: General Discussion 06-24-2012, 01:36 PM
Replies: 196
Views: 7,143
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: Got searched for having my gun

Sorry Tim but this is not a situation that requires a little "slack." the cop was dead wrong in his handling of the situation and also his ATTITUDE!! I would get names of witnesses and get statements...
Forum: General Discussion 06-20-2012, 04:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 346
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: Greece Goes Pro Euro

Europe (and we) are in a mess. Yes, the EU, except for Germany, is attempting to get back on track. But their hearts are not in it and the people still want more vacations, lower retirement age, more...
Forum: General Discussion 06-20-2012, 08:30 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 914
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: Looking for information and opinions

Go with Jack's advice. You should be compensated for your work and the part. But just cover yourself in doing that.
Forum: General Discussion 06-13-2012, 05:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 505
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: zimmermans wife arrested

None of us know what really occured that night except GZ. If he really acted in self defense then he should go free BUT his stupidity is going to really hurt him. If people believe he lies then they...
Forum: General Discussion 06-07-2012, 08:07 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 508
Posted By Poppypaul
Wow! This Guy Could Really See Ahead

A Paul Harvey commentary - a must see

Harvey was ahead of his time.

THIS IS A PREDICTION FROM 47 YEARS AGO!!!I

www.downrange.tv/forum/index.php?topic=19255.0
Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum 06-01-2012, 06:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 750
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: Browning Semi-Auto Shotgun

Thanks. When I saw it I did not see a gold trigger. I read somewhere that if it is pre 1949 the sweets had a gold trigger. So I am presuming it is not a sweet 16. Based on that and the fact that it...
Forum: General Discussion 06-01-2012, 04:11 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 939
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: zimmerman going back to jail

He lied to the Court and he apparently committed fraud when he applied for a replacement passport. He is not only stupid for doing these things but he is going to turn the system and the public...
Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum 06-01-2012, 01:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 750
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: Browning Semi-Auto Shotgun

Hammer: I do not have photos since I do not have the gun. How can I tell if it is a sweet 16? Can the date of manufacture be determined from the serial number?
Forum: The Ask the Pros & What's It Worth? Forum 06-01-2012, 01:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 750
Posted By Poppypaul
Browning Semi-Auto Shotgun

My Friends:
A friend has a Browning semi-auto shotgun ser # A154xx, 16 gage, 2 3/4 inch shells that he is interested in selling to me. It appears to be in fair condition but has not been fired in...
Forum: The Constitutional & RKBA Forum 05-31-2012, 06:36 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,156
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: Letter from my Senator on UN Small Arms Treaty

This is a really critical issue with great danger for our rights under the 2nd amendment. The current issue of The American Rifleman has on page # 12 a one page piece on this written by EVP Wayne...
Forum: General Discussion 05-27-2012, 11:10 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 559
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: THE FINAL INSPECTION

No argument with that KA
Forum: General Discussion 05-27-2012, 09:04 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 559
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: THE FINAL INSPECTION

RC is technically correct in that the rememberence and National recognition is for the fallen. We also can ADD to that our thanks for those who served and are still serving. It is indeed a shame that...
Forum: The 1911 Forum 05-24-2012, 08:26 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 6,130
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: Got the Taurus Back Not Good

Glens:
You handled this beautifully! Not only did you get satisfaction but you also provided Taurus with very valuable information that they can and will use to improve their internal operations. In...
Forum: The Constitutional & RKBA Forum 05-19-2012, 02:24 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,058
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: assumptions

You have no obligation to correct an erroneous assumption on their part.
Forum: The 1911 Forum 05-19-2012, 11:02 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 6,130
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: Got the Taurus Back Not Good

Glens:
You are entitled to a MAJOR correction from Taurus. I absolutely do not agree with Mark that you should under any circumstances attempt to repair it yourself. You should contact them and...
Forum: General Discussion 05-19-2012, 08:07 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 1,902
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: George Zimmerman.

It is very interesting to read the posts form the beginning to now. Originally many felt that GZ was wrong on many levels. But as we all have seen as more information leaks out it seems that may not...
Forum: The Fire For Effect and Totally Politically Incorrect Forum 05-18-2012, 07:35 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,601
Posted By Poppypaul
Re: Trayvon Martin shot at "Intermediate Range"

HS you raise some good points. I sure hope that if this ever gets to a jury that the jury is made up of people who can understand evidence and also follow logical thought processes. Frankly, I would...
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