| Subject | Date Asked |
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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, ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| .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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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, ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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, ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| .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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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). ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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, ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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. ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| 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 ...
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| ..................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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