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Guns, Firearms, Projectile Weapon Sports/Questions Answered by Expert Dave Nyce
| Subject | Date Asked |
| Jimanez arms 9 mm | 12/30/2011 |
| Q: I load my gun and it wont shoot..i can see where the firin pin taps the bullet The trigger dont seem ... A: The magazine must fully engage its latch for the gun to work properly. i.e. when the magazine is ... | |
| Rifle trajectory | 12/21/2011 |
| Q: A friend of my (ex-infantry) and I (ex-squid) had a bit of a discussion this AM about "high powered" ... A: When you look at an external ballistics chart, the reason that the bullet "rises" is because it is ... | |
| .410 breech lengths | 11/14/2011 |
| Q: Does fireing a 2 1/2" shell in a 3" breech cause any damadge. thank you bruce. A: It is generally considered that the answer is no, and you can go-ahead and fire 2 1/2 inch ... | |
| .38 ammo | 7/9/2011 |
| Q: I have a 38 Rossi, my question is, can I shoot 38 standard rounds as well as 38 special rounds out ... A: .38 special cartridges are available with many different bullet sizes and shapes. It sounds like ... | |
| .38 ammo | 7/9/2011 |
| Q: I have a 38 Rossi, my question is, can I shoot 38 standard rounds as well as 38 special rounds out ... A: There is no cartridge that is called ".38 standard". There is the older .38 S&W (Smith & Wesson) ... | |
| ammo | 3/7/2011 |
| Q: I have an old .22 caliber Revelation model 101, single shot,bolt action rifle. I need to know ... A: The Revelation Model 101, single shot, bolt action rifle is in caliber .22LR. That is a rimfire ... | |
| jennings .380 break down | 2/17/2011 |
| Q: how do i break down the 380 semi auto handgun made by jennings? can you send me pictures? A: Please see this video for detailed instructions: http://glock-guns.com/videodetail/HkgW_rWaUA8.aspx ... | |
| guns | 2/15/2011 |
| Q: I have a quistoun i was worndering what is a open cary. i only hunt and fish. i was reading a book ... A: In North Carolina, where I live, no permit is required for open carry. That means that anyone who ... | |
| school | 2/9/2011 |
| Q: I have a quiston about gun control. I was wondering if you think that if someone carries a gun in a ... A: I used to live in Pennsylvania, and now live in North Carolina. You don't need a permit in order to ... | |
| Cun controle | 2/9/2011 |
| Q: i have a quiston Im doing a project in school about gun control. Im wond ering if you think caring a ... A: Yes, I would encourage any good person who has a concealed carry permit to carry a gun as often as ... | |
| Handgun Selection for Novice | 2/5/2011 |
| Q: Dave, While I have some experience with rifles, I have none with handguns. I ride horses in the ... A: For your stated purpose, it sounds like you are making a good choice with a Ruger single/double ... | |
| nc suppressor and automatic laws | 2/3/2011 |
| Q: do i need to have a license to have and use a suppressors in nc i want to add one to my Romanian ... A: To buy or have a suppressor, it needs to be transferred according to federal law, (and, of course, ... | |
| best gun | 1/6/2011 |
| Q: I am thinking about purchasing a gun. It's sole purpose would be self defense. I have always worried ... A: Here is a page for some more expensive ones, then a mid priced one, then a standard one that costs ... | |
| best gun | 1/6/2011 |
| Q: I am thinking about purchasing a gun. It's sole purpose would be self defense. I have always worried ... A: The type of gun that I use and recommend when size and weight are not a problem is a 1911 style ... | |
| Judge | 11/16/2010 |
| Q: Bottom line... Can the Judge fire safely both the 45long colt and the 45acp ammo? A: Although it is possible to get .45 ACP cartridges to fire in a Taurus Judge by using a moon clip, it ... | |
| need to know | 11/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a New Haven .410 Model 283TA. Chambered for 3" shells. My question is can I shoot 2 3/4 ... A: Yes, a .410 bore shotgun chambered for 3" cartridges can also fire shorter cartridges. The two ... | |
| ammo for handguns | 10/20/2010 |
| Q: what is the difference between all the different mm in ammo for example 9mm 40mm etc. i really do ... A: That generally refers to approximately the diameter of the bullet. So, .45 ACP has a bullet ... | |
| bullet safety | 7/31/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering if there are any precautionary measures I need to take with bullets, such as is it a ... A: The ammunition that you place in your gun is called a cartridge. It includes a bullet (which is the ... | |
| Slugs in a full choke shotgun? | 7/27/2010 |
| Q: I own a New England Firearms single shot 10ga shotgun with a full choke. I turkey hunt with it and ... A: I do not recommend using a full choke with a slug. Many people say that it is OK to fire a riifled ... | |
| bren ten | 7/27/2010 |
| Q: Hey Dave, Thanks for your time. I have a 10mm bren ten that i bought off a collector about 6 months ... A: Not firing the gun for 25 years should not have caused any problems unless it has rusted, ... | |
| Pellet gun | 7/25/2010 |
| Q: My neighbor gave me a pellet gun which uses a CO2 cylinder. I am a past shooting match competitor ... A: You can probably download a manual for the gun if you check the website of the gun manufacturer. ... | |
| Revelation 20ga | 7/23/2010 |
| Q: i bought a gun from a friend at work and the stock is broke. where can i get a replacement for it? A: I answered this question yesterday, but somehow, Allexperts didn't process it. The best place to ... | |
| Bullet firing | 7/19/2010 |
| Q: At work there are boxes of bullets that break open as they are traveling on powered conveyors. What ... A: The powder inside the cartridge is ignited by the primer. The powder itself is not easily ignitable ... | |
| Importing fire arms | 7/13/2010 |
| Q: Is it possible for canadian(alberta) to buy a handgun(.44) from United states based company Online? ... A: As a federal firearms licensee, I can't ship to Canada unless I also have an export license for the ... | |
| H&R Shotgun | 7/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a Harrington and Richardson single shot 12 GA. 088 model my Dad gave me when he passed. I ... A: In sporting clays, there are some doubles, where two birds are thrown. That means that you need at ... | |
| old shotgun and steel shot | 4/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a model 11 remington shotgun it looks pretty old! So my grandson and I cleaned it up so we ... A: Do not use steel shot in your old gun until after you have the gun checked by a gunsmith. But, ... | |
| Smith & Wesson .32-20 revolver ammo | 3/21/2010 |
| Q: can .32 s&w long ammunition be fired in a Smith & Wesson .32-20 revolver? A: Sorry, but no. With a S&W .32-20 revolver, you should not fire a .32 S&W or a .32 S&W long (or .32 ... | |
| Daisy 22 | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: Is there a Bolt that will interchange with the Daisy Legacy (2202) .22 long rifle? I'm talking about ... A: Sorry. There are no interchangeable parts at all for the Daisy .22LR Legacy 2202 rifle. It was only ... | |
| Stevens 940 12ga 2 3/4 | 3/7/2010 |
| Q: I got an old Stevens 940 single shot shotgun froam a friend in 12 ga 2 3/4chamber. I have taken it ... A: Your gun may not have a serial number, since serial numbers were not required by law in the USA ... | |
| ted williams 73 | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: I have a Ted Williams mod. 73 in 30:06. I was told it is basically a Winchester 70.It looks like a ... A: Yes, I happen to have the same gun. I recently replaced it with post '64 long action stock made for ... | |
| 410 slug vs 44 mag | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: My wife and I are heading to Alaska to do some day hiking. Since the law is about to change and ... A: The power level is similar, between the two. I assume that you are talking about personal ... | |
| S&W 327 night guard .357 magnum | 2/14/2010 |
| Q: i got a question about the S&W 327 night guard .357 magnum which kind of brand is the best for this ... A: Yes, the FMJ will often over-penetrate, but that does not mean that it is "more powerful". It will ... | |
| 9mm luger v/s 38 special | 2/12/2010 |
| Q: why is the 9mm luger more powerful than a 38 special, when the cartrige of the 38 special is larger? ... A: The 9mm Luger is also called the 9mm Parabellum. It has a bullet diameter of 0.355" while the .38 ... | |
| quick question | 2/7/2010 |
| Q: Is there any problems with shooting a winchester rifled slug through a smooth barrel? It doesn't ... A: A "rifled slug" is designed to be fired from a smooth barrel, but may also be fired from a rifled ... | |
| .45 ammunition questions | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a couple of questions regarding my Ruger P-90 .45 ACP. I've had the gun for a few years now ... A: If it says .45 ACP or .45 automatic, or .45 auto, or .45 auto-loading on an ammo box, any one of ... | |
| rifled slugs | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: Is it okay to fire to fire RIFLED slugs in a Rifled shot gun barrel? I know to use rifled slugs in a ... A: Firing a "rifled slug" from a rifled shotgun barrel won't hurt the shotgun. But firing a sabot in ... | |
| Firing a bullet through glass | 12/16/2009 |
| Q: does firing a bullet through glass, ie: windshield, window, ect.. affect its trajectory, will it ... A: On TV, police or military snipers often shoot through glass. But in real life, a trained sniper ... | |
| Firing a bullet through glass | 12/15/2009 |
| Q: does firing a bullet through glass, ie: windshield, window, ect.. affect its trajectory, will it ... A: Yes, passing through glass can strongly affect the bullet and its trajectory. The effect can vary ... | |
| Interest in firearms | 12/5/2009 |
| Q: Dave, I recently moved to rural acreage and have never owned or fired a gun (I'm in early 50's). ... A: In order to obtain a hunting license, most states require that you take a hunter safety course. In ... | |
| sears model 21 ted williams 12 ga shotgun | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: what size shell will this gun handle and app. what value does it have on todays market. I inherited ... A: That gun will take 2 3/4" cartridges, and I think it will also take 3" cartridges, but you need to ... | |
| missing gun | 11/6/2009 |
| Q: I recently discovered that I am missing a small hand gun. I last saw it a week ago. Also while ... A: If you are an FFL dealer, you must report the missing guns to ATF. If you are an individual, I don't ... | |
| looking for a magazine for this .25 cal auto | 11/1/2009 |
| Q: my mother bought this pistol about 25 years ago and lost the magazine for it I would like to know ... A: F.I.E. is out of business, so you'll have to be lucky to find someone who still has some magazines ... | |
| Bringing guns to another state | 8/28/2009 |
| Q: My husband wants to trade a few of his guns for a motorcycle in Oregon. We live in Nevada and he has ... A: According to federal law, guns may only be shipped interstate from one FFL to another (Federal ... | |
| bullets | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: what is the sifnificance of caliber for a bullet? A: A cartridge comprises a case, bullet, primer and powder. The case is usually made of brass, has a ... | |
| Gun Jamming | 8/5/2009 |
| Q: I had just recently purchased a sigma sw9ve from a local outdoor shop. I took the pistol to the ... A: Semi-auto handguns require that you hold the gun firmly in order for the auto-loading cycle to ... | |
| Reloading revolvers? | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: Why is it faster to reload a DA revolver than to reload a SA revolver? A: If you take a look at both types, you'll notice that a normal DA revolver allows the cylinder to ... | |
| Pistol purchase | 6/7/2009 |
| Q: "I have just completed my CHL training and am looking to acquire two pistols, one for myself and one ... A: I think the best way to find out what type of gun is most suitable for you is to visit a local ... | |
| shooting with non-dominant hand | 6/1/2009 |
| Q: I am finding I have great inconsistencies when practicing shooting with my non-dominant hand. I ... A: Your hand, arm, and how you grip the gun are all part of the equation that determines the impact ... | |
| self defense weoponry | 5/29/2009 |
| Q: mr. nyce, i have a couple questions about self defense/ conceal carry firearms. first of all i've ... A: I carry a .45ACP 1911 style gun when my clothes are able to conceal it. With lighter clothing, I ... | |
| ammunition | 3/6/2009 |
| Q: What is the definition of rimfire ammunition as opposed to other types of ammunition? A: The popular rimfire ammo is caliber .22 (like .22 short and .22LR). If you look at a cartridge, you ... | |
| ammunition | 2/26/2009 |
| Q: I inherited an old herington richardson 32 5 shot pistol.On the barrel is stamped.32 cal s&wctge.If ... A: The ammunition is called .32 S&W. So, that's what you need to buy, but it might be hard to find. ... | |
| bullet serial numbers | 2/25/2009 |
| Q: i was recently talking to a friend and he said by 2010 all bullet manufacturers are going to put ... A: I think that it will not happen, and I hope that it will not happen. It is not very practical. ... | |
| black powder pistol | 2/16/2009 |
| Q: I would like to know, after you load your pistol, powder,ball and cap. How long can you leave the ... A: As long as it is kept dry, there is no time limit for the powder to still remain active (at least ... | |
| Accuracy | 2/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a question. When I shoot, strong hand, I consistently hit the to the lower left, below the 10 ... A: First, if your hits are always in the same spot, then you need to adjust your sights to center them ... | |
| ammo | 2/10/2009 |
| Q: I OWN A HI POINT 9MM LUGER CARBINE AND I WAS JUST WONDERING IF I COULD USE .380 ACP AMMO IN IT? ... A: A 9mm Luger cartridge (also called 9mm parabellum, 9mm Nato) is larger than a .380 ACP cartridge ... | |
| rem choke in trap gun | 1/28/2009 |
| Q: I have a Remington 1100 Classic Trap, 12 ga. It has Rem-choke threading. Wanted to shoot it with a ... A: The standard chokes are for the standard .727 dia. barrel. The trap barrel (until the recent Classic ... | |
| field striping | 1/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a Jennings .380 pistol that my brother give me with no Manuel so i need to know how to strip ... A: Jennings (Bryco) is now Jiminez Arms. You can get a new manual for free from the distributor, ... | |
| cutting shotgun barrell | 1/21/2009 |
| Q: My father-in-law left me a Remmington 12ga.Express with a LONG barrell. How can I cut the barrell to ... A: I have a Marlin Goose Gun with a 36" barrel. I still have it because it is unusual. But if you ... | |
| Home defence shotgun course | 1/5/2009 |
| Q: My wife and I are looking to take a home defense shotgun course. We are located in Charlotte, NC. ... A: I checked the NRA site, and couldn't find any courses currently being taught in the Charlotte area. ... | |
| .410 shotgun | 1/3/2009 |
| Q: i found a nice .410 new england pardner shotgun at a pawn shop good price. it being christmas i gave ... A: It is a well-liked shotgun that has been made for many years. You can see some comments on this ... | |
| 380 jennings semi auto handgun | 12/19/2008 |
| Q: how do i break down the 380 semi auto handgun made by jennings? can you send me pictures? A: Jennings/Bryco will send you an exploded view picture if you ask them for it. To strip: -verify it ... | |
| shooting to the right | 9/18/2008 |
| Q: Shooting with open sights I am consistently shooting to the right of my target. What can I do to ... A: I suppose that you understand the proper sight picture: the front post centered in the rear sight, ... | |
| Proper ammo. | 9/16/2008 |
| Q: I've just purchased a used Taurus Mod #85 38 Cal. revolver. It will be used for personal protection ... A: Yes, that ammo sounds OK. The Taurus model 85 is rated for .38SPL +P, but since it is used, make ... | |
| Gun Store Question | 8/4/2008 |
| Q: I am interested in possibly starting a gun store in the St. louis area, and I am wondering if the ... A: It is very difficult to make a profit as strictly a gun store. The larger stores can have a ... | |
| MOVING | 8/1/2008 |
| Q: I AM MOVING FROM BALTIMORE ,MD TO WAKE COUNTY ,NC AND I OWN A .40 CAL. GLOCK 22 DO I NEED A PERMIT ... A: Since we now have concealed carry permits available, very few people carry openly (without a ... | |
| MOVING | 8/1/2008 |
| Q: I AM MOVING FROM BALTIMORE ,MD TO WAKE COUNTY ,NC AND I OWN A .40 CAL. GLOCK 22 DO I NEED A PERMIT ... A: When you buy a handgun in NC, you need either a handgun purchase permit from the Sheriff or a ... | |
| Correct ammo for 10 mm Glock to shoot bear | 7/14/2008 |
| Q: We recently moved to Idaho, where we are in a wooded area with bear. We asked our local gun shop ... A: He was probably recommending a controlled-expansion bullet. Speers and Hornady are some preferred ... | |
| AMMO FIRED LIMIT | 5/22/2008 |
| Q: I would like to ask your opinion if it just ok to shoot my m1911 pistol for more than 150 rds per ... A: That's OK. I fire mine about that much. A good quality 1911 like yours should last about 4000 ... | |
| 38 s&w special | 5/13/2008 |
| Q: how do i find out the model number? A: Beginning in 1957, Smith & Wesson stamped a model number inside the yoke cut of all revolvers. It is ... | |
| projectile | 4/22/2008 |
| Q: I am working for a criminal defense lawyer on a murder case. The victim was shot in the head with a ... A: I doubt the police would make the mistake of calling anything a projectile, other than a bullet. I ... | |
| projectile | 4/22/2008 |
| Q: I am working for a criminal defense lawyer on a murder case. The victim was shot in the head with a ... A: When speaking of guns, firearms, ammunition, or a cartridge, etc., the projectile is the bullet. ... | |
| 16 GAUGE AMMO SAFTEY ON SHOOTING 22 | 3/28/2008 |
| Q: WERE CAN I BUY 18 GAUGE SHOTGUN SHELLS? I LIVE ON LAKE HEARD 22 TRAVELS CAN TRAVEL MILES.WHAT IS THE ... A: Mayny of the larger stores, such as bass pro shops and cabelas, sell 16 ga shot shells. You can ... | |
| W R A 9MM AMMO | 2/15/2008 |
| Q: WHEN I PURCHASED MY 9MM BROWNING (1969) I WAS GIVEN SOME AMMO. I BOUGHT A NEW BOX AND HAVE NOT PAID ... A: With the old ammo, you may not want to use it since some old ammo has corrosive primers, and causes ... | |
| Jimenez JA-9 | 2/7/2008 |
| Q: My brother-in-law just purchased a JA-9 from a small time gun store in southern Kentucky. It looks ... A: I have one of those and would not recommend it. The trigger pull is so hard that one of my gun ... | |
| Question regarding Suppressors | 1/28/2008 |
| Q: I live here in NC and I would like to purchase a suppressor for an AR-15 I am currently building. Is ... A: It is possible to legally buy a suppressor or a full-auto gun in North Carolina if you are able to ... | |
| Jimenez JA 9 mm | 1/27/2008 |
| Q: I am in the makings o buying a jimenez JA 9 mm. I just read a Q $ A about a Law suite from the State ... A: I have some of these guns. I recommend that you do not buy one. They look nice, but are poorly ... | |
| keeping handgun chambered | 1/24/2008 |
| Q: I just started carrying a handgun. I always keep it loaded and chambered, not only when I'm ... A: If you are talking about a 1911 style gun, that is a normal condition of carry, and is called ... | |
| Shotgun shot type/weight for pheasant hunting | 12/28/2007 |
| Q: I have a 12ga. bolt-action shotgun that doesn't have a choke. What shot type and weight would you ... A: Most (if not all) shotguns have a choke. It might not be a separate part, but might be built into ... | |
| ammo...grain? | 12/7/2007 |
| Q: When I purchase ammo for my Winchester 30-30, I am offered 2 options 150 grain, or 180 grain. What ... A: The 150 or 180 grains is a measure of the mass of the bullet. 1 ounce equals 437.5 grains. The ... | |
| firearms question | 11/13/2007 |
| Q: Dave, have you heard of a pistol, I believe a .41 mag that also shoots .410 shotgun shells? I am ... A: A gun can be chambered to accept both the .410 ga shotshell and .45 Long Colt. I have seen several ... | |
| Gun range distance | 11/8/2007 |
| Q: We are planning a shooting match for Sat. Need to know how far to put the targets for the shoot. We ... A: There are a lot of different distances for pistol competitions, and the types of targets vary with ... | |
| Savage Rifles | 10/25/2007 |
| Q: I am just an average hunter. I currently shoot a 257 Roberts with a 50 mm Tasco scope. I do handload ... A: No, the accu trigger is not necessary for hunting. People have gotten along without it for a ... | |
| pistol shooting | 10/2/2007 |
| Q: I'm Rickie Austria from the Phils. I have been shooting for almost two years now. I acquire a M1911A ... A: It is basically up to you, according to what feels comfortable for you. For myself, I would not ... | |
| Crimson Trace Laser Grips | 8/22/2007 |
| Q: I was web browsing and came across a site www.lasergripdiscounters.com they have laser grips that ... A: Many people like laser grips, but I prefer to use sights. For a gun near the bed, or for carrying ... | |
| handgun ammunition | 8/20/2007 |
| Q: I don't know much about firearms, but I recently purchased a Sig Saur P229 that fires .357 sig ammo. ... A: Oops! I started thinking about .357, and I forgot that you asked about .357 Sig. Unfortunately, ... | |
| handgun ammunition | 8/19/2007 |
| Q: I don't know much about firearms, but I recently purchased a Sig Saur P229 that fires .357 sig ammo. ... A: Yes, a gun made to fire .357 magnum cartridges can also fire .38 special cartridges. But a .38 ... | |
| Charter Arms .38 Undercover Revolver | 7/22/2007 |
| Q: Dave, my mother purchased this revolver new and we went to a local firing range just yesterday, I ... A: First: Any revolver will have some gases and powder residue escaping to the sides, since there must ... | |
| handgun calibre's | 5/31/2007 |
| Q: In considering the purchase of a new handgun would it be prudent to consider some other calibre than ... A: I'll assume that you are planning to use the gun for personal protection, rather than competitive ... | |
| Iver Johnson 3rd Model 5 shot .38 cal. | 5/14/2007 |
| Q: I purchased a mint 3rd model Iver Johnson 5 shot .38 cal S&W break open with the safety hammer. I ... A: I had a similar problem with my early model Ruger Blackhawk. They eventually came out with a ... | |
| Buying first hand gun | 4/14/2007 |
| Q: Can you please help me with a choice on my first handgun purchase? I am interested in a 9mm, 380 and ... A: I think 380 is too small for a primary personal protection gun. I would suggest a 1911 style 45 ... | |
| .380 cal amunition | 3/27/2007 |
| Q: Is there a .380 cal round available in rat shot (snake shot)? I am 63 years old and have a pistol ... A: Actually, I like snakes. I have caught hundreds of them bare-handed, but I have never wanted to ... | |
| Gun Control | 3/21/2007 |
| Q: Ok Dave here's my deal, I have never shot a gun before so when i went to range i did really good for ... A: It would be very difficult for me to give you better advice via email then you are getting from an ... | |
| 1911 | 2/19/2007 |
| Q: What is your favorite 1911 style pistol ,kimber springfeild,colt,sw,why? thanks,kirt A: I have three Auto Ordnance 1911 .45 ACP pistols. One of them is the combat model. I like them ... | |
| Concealed Carry | 2/1/2007 |
| Q: Dave, I am active duty Air Force and am PCSing to Colorado this spring. I know that the state has ... A: Your question had several parts, and I'm not sure that I understand your actual question. I'll tell ... | |
| Glock vs. Springfield XD | 1/5/2007 |
| Q: What is your opinion on which is better( more reliable, accurate, comfortable etc.) Between the ... A: I don't have a Glock, so I can only say that my friends who have one say that it is reliable and ... | |
| Mfg Question | 12/14/2006 |
| Q: I bought a S&W .40 cal semi-auto from a friend some time ago who is now long gone. My problem is ... A: Yes, it is made in Italy, but the company that you would deal with is the importer: European ... | |
| what's best | 12/8/2006 |
| Q: I'm a single mother of two and now feel the need to purchase a small hand gun for protection. I have ... A: It is very important that you do take some shooting instruction. The local range will probably have ... | |
| ammo grain | 10/30/2006 |
| Q: what is the difference in the amount of grain. for example the difference between a 135 grain and ... A: Grain is a measurement of the weight of the bullet (the amount of powder is also measured in grain). ... | |
| air gun injuries | 9/22/2006 |
| Q: My son wants an airgun but I am concerned that his target shooting could cause accidental injury or ... A: Rather than just to give your son an airgun, I would reccommend that he first receive some safety ... | |
| your opinion about laser sights? | 9/10/2006 |
| Q: I'm kinda new on handgun shooting, 70 years of age, trifocals.....would mostly use the laser in ... A: Normally I would not recommend a laser sight because you can't see the beam if you're off target ... | |
| shooting skills | 8/27/2006 |
| Q: I am considered to be a decent handgun shot, above ave. according to freinds, but have recently ... A: Other than having a trainer to watch and give you pointers, the next best thing is to run a video ... | |
| Colt 45 Gold Cup | 8/14/2006 |
| Q: Dave; I recently aquired a Colt 45 Gold Cup. During target practice I had fired approx 50 rounds ... A: This is not normal and can be very dangerous. If the trigger pull is too light, this could possibly ... | |
| can real bullets be fired from a blank firing gun | 8/9/2006 |
| Q: Can real bullets be shot from a blank shooting gun? A: No, real bullets can not be fired from a blank gun. A blank gun has a blockage in the barrel to ... | |
| Permit for gun transportation? | 7/9/2006 |
| Q: I have lived in Pennsylvania (Pike County) for 10 years and I have a handgun. Do I need a permit to ... A: I've lived in North Carolina now for 16 years, but I think the PA law is the same as it was when I ... | |
| Ammo | 3/12/2006 |
| Q: I was wondering if you could tell me why a hollow point bullet does more damage than a regular ... A: I'm not sure that I understand your question, but: When you're talking about a hollow point, you're ... | |
| Ammo | 3/10/2006 |
| Q: I was wondering if you could tell me why a hollow point bullet does more damage than a regular ... A: Especially in a lower velocity projectile (as in a handgun, vs a rifle), it can be more difficult to ... | |
| SEMI-WADCUTTER/JACKETED | 2/23/2006 |
| Q: Just some questions about semi and full wadcutter ammo. I own a brand new S&W AirLite .357mag. The ... A: Bullets for .357 mag and .38 SPL are generally of a diameter of .357 to .358 inch, depending on the ... | |
| SMALL LIGHTWEIGHT PISTOL | 2/6/2006 |
| Q: Hey Dave I don't quite understand when you said that .32ca. cartage does come in a magumn, but ... A: The types of cartridges that can be fired are normally listed on the barrel. A .44 special gun can ... | |
| SMALL LIGHTWEIGHT PISTOL | 2/3/2006 |
| Q: I own two auto pistols: Kel-Tec & German Makarov both 9mm. I'm very happy with their performance. I ... A: Of course, a lower powered cartridge is not as effective in personal protection as a higher-powered ... | |
| pistol size | 12/29/2005 |
| Q: I would like to know what types, calibres and barrel length of pistols I can carry when hunting on ... A: These regulations are according to the game laws in your state. I am in North Carolina. In NC, you ... | |
| revolver | 11/12/2005 |
| Q: -------------------------How about the accuracy? does firing a .22 LR and .22 short in a .22 magnum ... A: Generally, yes. But if you are talking about competitive shooting, where a small fraction of an ... | |
| revolver | 11/12/2005 |
| Q: It's me again. I just bought a taurus revolver magnum .22 4" barrel. Actually I intended to use this ... A: With a normal amount of use, there will be no harm. There is no problem for the barrel, but if ... | |
| centerfire/rimfire | 11/9/2005 |
| Q: this is probably a simple question for you. can you tell me the basic difference between a center ... A: A centerfire cartridge case has a depression and hole in the bottom for a primer. The primer is a ... | |
| Hi Dave, I have zero hands... | 10/22/2005 |
| Q: I have zero hands on experience with guns and there is something I always wondered about. If loaded ... A: A very hard and concentrated strike is needed to ignite the primer, so both centerfire and rimfire ... | |
| Best choice for Beginner? | 9/26/2005 |
| Q: I recently got a permit to purchase my first handgun. Just something to target shoot. I've thought ... A: I started out with a Ruger Mark II .22LR and an Auto Ordnance .45ACP 1911. I wanted to learn to ... | |
| Bore Care | 9/20/2005 |
| Q: How often should I use a stainless steel bore brush to my hand gun when I fired them about 100 ... A: I always use a brass, bronze, or copper brush. Using a SS brush works faster, but causes some wear. ... | |
| Best Concealed Carry Type | 7/15/2005 |
| Q: David, In your opinion which firearm would be the best concealed carry type, the Walther PPK/S, ... A: It is somewhat a question of personal preference. It would be best if you could go to a gun range ... | |
| rust | 7/5/2005 |
| Q: I just got a new air rifle. I live near the ocean. What can I use to prevent it from rusting. A ... A: That is a very difficult problem. WD40 will not work as well as a gun oil. You can get a small ... | |
| Shotgun Specification | 4/30/2005 |
| Q: I was wondering if you could help me make sense out of shotgun specifications. Here is an example ... A: The overall length of a standard 12 gauge shotshell is 2 3/4". Some magnum loads are 3" long. Some ... | |
| Caliber Measurments | 3/23/2005 |
| Q: Sorry, I may sound like an idiot but not until I saw a picture in a newspaper of various bullets did ... A: The caliber refers to the major diameter of the bullet. (The bullet is the projectile. The ... | |
| State Law | 3/23/2005 |
| Q: What is, on average or in your state, the law in regards to carrying a plainly visable firearm in ... A: In North Carolina (that's where I live), open carry is allowed without any permit, as long as the ... | |
| ammunition | 3/17/2005 |
| Q: How do I know if a revolver I bought fires rimfire or centerfire ammo? Thanks A: The only common rimfire caliber in the USA is the .22LR. If you can see the firing pin (often it is ... | |
| Gun Safes | 1/29/2005 |
| Q: This isn't a question about guns but rather a gun safe. Do you use one ? I have 5 rifles and two ... A: I use several levels of protection, including placing all guns in gun safes. There is a good one at ... | |
| beginner rifle target shooter | 1/23/2005 |
| Q: Hey Dave, thanks for taking the time to read this. I'm a relative beginner in the sport of rifle ... A: It depends on what type of target shooting you want to get into. If you would like to enter ... | |
| Pennsylvania open carry law | 1/21/2005 |
| Q: You seem to be a very knowlegable shooter and familiar with Pennsylvania. In your years of carry in ... A: I had the same answer when I was in PA. I was advised by the local and state police and county ... | |
| Beretta 96 (92) | 1/12/2005 |
| Q: I would like to know the procedure for unloading a (loaded and ready to be fired) Beretta 96 (or ... A: First you remove the magazine, and then you rack the slide to remove the cartridge that may be in ... | |
| Silencers | 1/4/2005 |
| Q: Can silencers be used with blank rounds or would it not silence the escaping gasses? For example in ... A: People who use gun silencers actually call them suppressors. The sound of normal gunfire has two ... | |
| bb guns- soft air guns-pellet guns | 12/12/2004 |
| Q: My son is 12 years old and was out with a friend of mine at a shooting range. (My friend is a cop) I ... A: It's great that you are asking about safety training. Many parents just let a child use a bb gun on ... | |
| Handgun type? | 11/26/2004 |
| Q: ------------------------- Followup To Wasn't asking for a recomendation, just an opinion. So it ... A: I'm very sorry if my answer was not helpful for you. Carry guns are very personal. I can explain ... | |
| Handgun type? | 11/26/2004 |
| Q: I live in Anchorage, Alaska and am considering a handgun for personal/home protection. I already ... A: I don't recommend brands or model numbers, but I will tell you what I use. My normal carry gun is a ... | |
| right-handed, left-eyed | 11/19/2004 |
| Q: My wife and I are considering buying a handgun and taking some of the NRA courses some time soon. ... A: That's a difficult question, and various experts will answer either way. I can tell you my opinion. ... | |
| measuring ammo caliber | 11/16/2004 |
| Q: How is bullet caliber measured; and what are the requirements for a concealed carry permit. Thanks. A: Bullet caliber is the diameter of the bullet (the projectile). HOWEVER, when naming the cartridge, ... | |
| Weak hand shooting | 11/14/2004 |
| Q: I have been looking for a site, or some insight on drills I can do to improve both supported and ... A: The best thing is to practice, but you also need a way to see any mistakes you may be making. ... | |
| 9mm hand gun | 11/7/2004 |
| Q: Dave this is a follow up question to your reply about the 25 auto.What brand of 9mm would you ... A: I'm sorry, but I don't recommend brands or model numbers. I tell people what I use because I have a ... | |
| Hand guns | 11/7/2004 |
| Q: I live in Okla,and I plan to get a permit to carry a hand gun.I am thinking about a Beretta 25cal ... A: Beretta is a well known manufacturer and makes guns of high quality. The .25ACp caliber is generally ... | |
| 9mm vs 40 for concealed carry | 11/3/2004 |
| Q: I recently got my CCW, and have been carrying a Kel-Tec P3-AT to get used to the idea of concealed ... A: I don't want to reccommend a specific model of gun, but I'll tell you some of my thoughts on this ... | |
| Please Help | 11/1/2004 |
| Q: I am a student from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, and currently a friend is being ... A: A bb gun, air rifle, or pellet gun are all guns that need to be handled with care in order to ensure ... | |
| permit to carry a fire arm | 10/25/2004 |
| Q: I work for the nc doc and I am trying to obtain a job with pa doc but they say I can't carry a ... A: I am surprised that you were "cleared" for concealed carry in NC. As far as I know, it is not ... | |
| caliber | 9/21/2004 |
| Q: I am looking into purchasing a pistol, but am curious as to what might be a good caliber for me to ... A: I carry a 1911 style gun in .45ACP, but sometimes carry a Walther PPK in .380ACP when my clothing ... | |
| Gun Laws | 9/7/2004 |
| Q: I have a question about some gun laws in PA. I saw you used to be an instructor here, so I figured ... A: I've been in North Carolina since 1990, so I'm not up on the current rule in PA, but I don't think ... | |
| Want to learn | 9/3/2004 |
| Q: I'd like to learn how to fire a gun, and to do it well. Could you give me any advice on how to get ... A: Safety is very important. Your best bet is to find a firing range in the yellow pages. Call and ask ... | |
| Desert Eagles and the infamous question.. | 8/30/2004 |
| Q: Hey there! A lot of my friends online and many offline have been having this small 'war' about the ... A: It is possible to fire one-handed without breaking your wrist (assuming that you have a strong wrist ... | |
| Carrying Auto Pistol with round in chamber | 8/24/2004 |
| Q: I recently bought a Springfield XD_40 subcompact(I have also had a 9mm sub compact XD). The gun ... A: I suspect that the hangup is because the lip of the hollow point bullet is hitting the feed ramp. ... | |
| Pistol brand choice | 8/9/2004 |
| Q: I've been kicking around the idea of getting a semi-auto pistol. Not interested in a 'hand held ... A: I prefer a 1911 in .45 ACP, but 9mm is very popular. When normally speaking, "9mm" means the 9mm ... | |
| hello dave i have a few... | 6/13/2004 |
| Q: i have a few questions for ya, well im getting ready to get myself a conceal carry permit real soon. ... A: I use a 1911 style .45 ACP for normal concealed carry. If that's too large for my clothing, I then ... | |
| silencers | 6/10/2004 |
| Q: i was just wondering how silencers work.how do they let the bullet come out but not any sound? A: The sound from firing a gun has two sources. One is from the gases escaping at a supersonic speed ... | |
| point shooting | 6/8/2004 |
| Q: Can you help me find sources of information (print, Internet, or other) on point shooting? A: I prefer to practice regularly and shoot "instinctively" by using the front sight to look at my ... | |
| sig-226 &m1a-m-14 | 6/3/2004 |
| Q: Hey Dave ,I was wondering what you think of the sig 226 in .40 cal as a defensive weapon and for ... A: The Sig 226 is known as being a fine gun, but I do not have one. So, I can not give you specific ... | |
| 1911 | 4/23/2004 |
| Q: Dave, First off I was wondering what kind of .45acp 1911 you would find most reliable and ... A: I have three 1911 guns from Auto Ordnance. They are all reliable. I accurized two of them for ... | |
| Handgun shooting | 4/19/2004 |
| Q: I was wondering what tips you have on handgun target shooting. From your stance to trigger pull ... A: What you've asked would take more time to compose than I have available. It also depends on what ... | |
| Aiming | 4/13/2004 |
| Q: My housemate recently purchased an air pistol and I was hoping you could tell me the basics of ... A: The most popular handgun firing stance is the weaver style. For a righthander, grip the handle with ... | |
| ..................45 cal auto | 10/4/2003 |
| Q: I am planning a purchase of a new ................................45 and I am wondering about the ... A: It depends a lot on your budget and what you want to do with it. The Colt Gold Cup is popular for ... | |
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Dave Nyce
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Expertise
Please, no questions about gun value or age. I have been an NRA certified pistol instructor for over 15 years. Was a pistol team captain in Pennsylvania for 5 years. Had a carry permit in PA, now have one in NC. I am a NC certified CCW (concealed carry of weapons) instructor. Also hunt using handgun, rifle, shotgun, bow and arrow, muzzleloader. I can answer questions on safety and shooting skills, recommend types of equipment (but not specific model numbers or prices), and answer questions on shooting competitions and hunting. Sorry, please don't ask me about the price or value of guns or other equipment, manufacture date, how to repair, how to get parts, or to provide any info on antiques.
Experience
NRA certified pistol, rifle, and shotgun instructor. North Carolina certified instructor for concealed carry permit. Boy Scout shotgun merit badge counselor. Have Federal firearms license (FFL) and class 3 SOT. Member of 3 gun clubs. Licensed Radio Amateur (Technician), Licensed airplane and helicopter pilot.
Organizations
Life member of: NRA (benefactor), NC rifle & pistol assoc., Grass Roots NC, US Parachute Assoc., Experimental Aircraft Association, and National Trapping Assoc.
Member of: Aircraft Owners and Pilots Assoc., San Lee Gun Club, Sir Walter Gun Club, Lower Providence Rod & Gun Club, Tripoli Rocketry Assoc., National Association of Rocketry, US Hang Gliding Assoc., A.F.& A.M., Shriners, York Rite, Scottish Rite, B.P.O.E., The Planetary Society, Apex Historical Society (board of dir.), The American Association for the Advancement of Science, and Acadamy of Model Aeronautics.
Publications
Authored numerous technical articles on sensors, wrote chapters in four engineering reference books, authored the book Linear Position Sensors, Theory & Application
Education/Credentials
BSEE, MBA, NRA certified instructor
Awards and Honors
Boy Scouts Order of the Arrow, Vaaler award, EDN magazine, "Inerting for Safety", 1987, Listed in Who's Who in Engineering, in the South, in the World, "Total Quality Management" medal awarded by MTS Systems Corporation 1991, "Best Sequel" award for the video production: "For Engineers Only" at the MTS national sales meeting, Las Vegas, 1998 (written and directed by David S. Nyce), Voted "Most Effective Leader" at Center for Creative Leadership: Looking Glass, Greensboro, NC 1995, Silver Award for New Technology at SENSORS EXPO, in Chicago, 2001 for SEF Liquid Level sensor,MTS Circle of Innovators award, 2003, Elected Master of Masonic Lodge #584 , Apex, NC, 2005, "Gold Honour Award" for outstanding service in York Rite Masonry, by the York Rite Sovereign College of North America, August 22. 2007, Board of Directors: Everight Sensors, and Apex Historical Society Maynard Pearson House
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