| Subject | Date Asked |
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| gun site | 9/4/2008 |
Q: My wife and I live on a small farm in eastern Tennessee. I own a H&R model 649 22 lr pistol. The ...
A: I can't tell for sure without seeing the gun, so I will tell you some general principles and you can ...
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| advice? | 9/3/2008 |
Q: I am 25 year old man in need of some advice. I just moved to a city: Tuscaloosa, Alabama (from a ...
A: Well, I can't take credit for that saying. Col. Jeff Cooper, who passed away not long ago, coined ...
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| advice? | 9/2/2008 |
Q: I am 25 year old man in need of some advice. I just moved to a city: Tuscaloosa, Alabama (from a ...
A: Lee, I'll start with the caveat that you should get training if you plan on keeping a gun for ...
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| rem 700 | 8/31/2008 |
Q: i just got an older rem 700 .308 and wandering what i could do to it a make a real tack driver out ...
A: It depends on how much money you want to spend. In order of cheapest to most expensive, I would: 1) ...
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| S&W 642 Mainspring Tension | 8/28/2008 |
Q: I live in Washington State. My wife recently purchased a S&W 642 Airweight .38 +P; this is the one ...
A: It is possible, but I would with qualifications not recommend it if this is a self-defense gun. ...
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| holster selection advice. | 8/21/2008 |
Q: I am purchasing a Taurus Model 94 .22 9 shot revolver with a 4" barrel. I am having a heck of time ...
A: Get in touch with the folks at FIST holsters (www.FIST-inc.com). Good leather for a good price, good ...
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| SigSauer P225 | 8/14/2008 |
Q: First, thank you for your informative answers to my previous questions. I hope that my questions ...
A: I'm not near a resource now where I can check the SAAMI spec, but I believe that the spec for 9mm ...
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| Standard Issue Firearms | 8/12/2008 |
Q: What is the standard issue handgun for the FBI/ CIA? Once in the field are agents allowed to choose ...
A: No, not really that knowledgeable. I have trained with some federal agents, and know several people ...
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| Standard Issue Firearms | 8/12/2008 |
Q: What is the standard issue handgun for the FBI/ CIA? Once in the field are agents allowed to choose ...
A: It has been a while since I've trained with anyone from either one of those agencies. The last fed I ...
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| SigSauer P225 | 8/9/2008 |
Q: First, thank you for your informative answers to my previous questions. I hope that my questions ...
A: The story on the 225s sounds plausible. My local shop often has overseas police trade-ins of SIGs ...
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| 100 grain .357 sig | 8/7/2008 |
Q: Is it true that the lower the wieght the better. I wonder this because the ballistics for the 100 ...
A: Dave, It's true that the lighter the weight the higher the foot lbs generated. For example, a ...
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| which is a more powerful cartrsidge | 8/5/2008 |
Q: which cartridge is more powerful, a .40, a .45super, or a .357 sig. Also which one has the greatest ...
A: If the question is asked in the abstract, the .45 Super is the winner. It will typically drive a 230 ...
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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: Andy, Not sure what the market is like in MO. I have two acquaintances who have owned shops, one ...
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| CZ 75 Compact | 8/1/2008 |
Q: Just received CZ 75 Compact, No owners manual, would like to know how to field strip.
A: Very odd that it did not have a manual. You should contact CZ. I'm sure they'll send you one. 1) ...
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| Which is better | 7/29/2008 |
Q: My cousin and I have been wondering what gun is better. He says that the Ak-47 is the best but I say ...
A: Like with anything else, the question is, "The best for what?" The merits of the AK are that ...
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| .32 S&W | 7/9/2008 |
Q: Does .32 S&W ammo fit in a 9mm lugar pistol. Will it fire properly? Does it have to go in ...
A: Registered experts can choose to participate in the rating system or not. Those of us who have done ...
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| 5.56x45mm in Ruger Mini-14 | 7/6/2008 |
Q: and the cautions regarding handloading and 5.56x45mm ammunition. I hope this follow-up doesn't ...
A: This follow up showed up in my in box again. If you didn't get the answer, I apologize. I apologize ...
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| Remanufactured Ammunition | 7/5/2008 |
Q: Location: Idaho. I hope this question is generic enough. I recently bought a Ruger Mini-14, my ...
A: Lawyers make them put this language in. Ammunition from Black Hills is excellent and perfectly safe ...
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| 12ga barrels | 6/26/2008 |
Q: Would a 12ga 28" smoothbore shotgun barrel fire a slug as straight as a 24" rifled barrel? which one ...
A: The purpose of rifling, as you know, is to impart spin with increases range and stability. A rifled ...
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| rifle | 6/25/2008 |
Q: I am looking for a 7000 model Golden Eagle Nikko production w.7mag long action rifle can you help me ...
A: You have to buy firearms in the state in which you reside, or in some cases a state approved by your ...
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| rolling block | 6/24/2008 |
Q: I got this floor lamp at a Quaker Church rummage sale for $5.00 and a lamp socket screwed into the ...
A: Although you've clicked on a link that says "PLEASE READ BEFORE SENDING. I CANNOT ANSWER QUESTIONS ...
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| beretta 950BS | 6/24/2008 |
Q: A friend gave me this little handgun earlier today. I removed the clip and drew back the slide and ...
A: I used to have one years ago - they are a pain in the neck. When I first looked at in the gun store, ...
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| remington model 11 barrel | 6/21/2008 |
Q: I am looking for a barrel for remington model 11. Someone has put a polychoke on mine. Any help ...
A: The 11 was a FANTASTIC gun. I'd be surprised if your local gun store couldn't help you. Other than ...
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| Dan Wesson 1911/45 Bobtail | 6/13/2008 |
Q: What can you tell me about this pistol? I have heard that Ed Brown makes this for CZ using all ED ...
A: CZ (USA) is now the distributor for Dan Wesson, the later company being an on-again/off-again ...
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| Stevens model 22-410 over under | 6/12/2008 |
Q: Where can I obtain operating and cleaning information about this model gun. I have inherited it ...
A: I am afraid that the budget-line sporting shotguns are not my thing, but I believe that the Stevens ...
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| 9 mm luger | 6/9/2008 |
Q: Can a 9mm luger bullet be fired by a rifle? If so, would you please provide me with a source to cite ...
A: No, not by a true rifle, but by a pistol caliber carbine, requiring a dedicated barrel and magazine. ...
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| JC HIGGINS MODEL 88 22 CAL | 6/7/2008 |
Q: WILL THIS MODEL HANDLE 22 LONG RIFLE?
A: That revolver was manufactured for Sears, usually by High Standard, between the 1960's and the ...
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| gun cleaning | 6/7/2008 |
Q: Can I use motor oil has lubrication for my HK .45???? Thanxs MC
A: You can, but I wouldn't recommend it. I'd recommend a finer oil to get into the pores of the metal ...
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| walther pps spring | 6/5/2008 |
Q: I have a walther PPS, that was burnt up in a house fire, everything is still good but the springs, I ...
A: I would make it non-functional (easiest way to do that is to grind down the firing pin so it does ...
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| walther pps spring | 6/4/2008 |
Q: I have a walther PPS, that was burnt up in a house fire, everything is still good but the springs, I ...
A: One of the reasons why guns are not as large as old match locks used to be is because as metallurgy ...
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| accurate rifles | 6/3/2008 |
Q: Having read your answer to a previous question of the same nature, I have narrowed down my ...
A: Trey, FYI, the new Cabela's catalog is out, and they are listing a Savage Model 110 available in ...
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| Noble Mfg. Co. Inc. | 6/2/2008 |
Q: What can you tell me about Model 602J? (My dad left it to me.)
A: They were very poorly made guns. I would not try to shoot it, but are good "models" to learn how a ...
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| Small, light-weight handguns | 5/6/2008 |
Q: Greetings. I am writing a short-story concerning a young man in a desperate situation. I need a ...
A: If you'd like it to be an auto pistol, a Kahr PM9. This is a polymer framed 9mm pistol that is thin, ...
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| JA 380 | 5/5/2008 |
Q: I was just wondering how much usually the JA 380's cost.?
A: I'd never encourage you to get one at any cost, and if one were given to me without any cost I'd ...
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| unusual reload | 5/2/2008 |
Q: I expect you to regard this as a ridiculous question but here goes: Is there any safety reason, a ...
A: Jim, Your idea has been tried in military organizations around the world, but not to my knowledge ...
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| LOCATION OF SERIAL NUMBER | 5/2/2008 |
Q: I AM TRYING TO LOCATE THE SERIAL NUMBER ON A MOSSBERG MODEL 500A (NOT PRE 1968)
A: On shotguns, the "gun" is the receiver according to ATF - everything else (barrel, magazine, stock, ...
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| Glock Barrel & reload | 4/29/2008 |
Q: I read you recent item in regards to reloading for the .40. I have two questions. Is the barrels you ...
A: John, I don't recall what barrels I've recommended, but KKM and Lone Wolf are good, and the Lone ...
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| +P ammunition | 4/29/2008 |
Q: I am trying to find out if I can use 45 ACP +P AMMO in my Firestorm 45 ACP Gov't pistol. I can not ...
A: I believe these guns are manufactured in Argentina, and I don't have a great deal of confidence in ...
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| revolver | 4/20/2008 |
Q: I hope you don't mind another question from me, I've come to value your opinions and suggestions and ...
A: Jade, The problem with 2" barrel revolvers is that muzzle velocity seldom exceeds 800 fps, which ...
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| Old .22 and 12 ga. | 4/14/2008 |
Q: I have a couple of basic, beginner questions. I recently inherited a .22 rifle and a 12 ga shotgun ...
A: Michael, 1) Although your guns should be serviceable without any problem, I would have them looked ...
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| Writer Research: Homemade Silencer? | 4/11/2008 |
Q: I am a writer, with several published works of horror/suspense to my name (www.james-newman.com, ...
A: Mr. Newman, Your basic premise is correct. Even a quality-made suppressor (the proper name) such as ...
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| re: recoil spring | 4/10/2008 |
Q: I would like to ask your opinion and recommendation, I have here a rock island commander size ...
A: You will probably notice a difference in recoil, but the gun was designed for an 18# spring. If you ...
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| Colt Agent 38 | 4/9/2008 |
Q: I saw a beautiful solid black matte Colt Agent .38 Special revolver the other day but learned it may ...
A: They do not make the Agent any more, or unfortunately any of those historic Colt DA revolvers. Colts ...
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| re: magazine well for single stack | 4/8/2008 |
Q: I would like to ask your opinion and recommendation regarding installing magazine well for my ...
A: It is easy enough to remove the extractor of a 1911, although it generally really isn't necessary. A ...
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| re: magazine well for single stack | 4/8/2008 |
Q: I would like to ask your opinion and recommendation regarding installing magazine well for my ...
A: There are several kinds of magazine wells that are easily taken on and taken off. The advantages of ...
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| CZ-75 88 series 9mm | 4/4/2008 |
Q: I have a CZ-75 88 series 9MM, semi-automatic. When I fire a loaded 16 round mag. at times it will ...
A: The CZ 75 is a great pistol. Without seeing the gun, it is impossible to diagnose what the problem ...
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| beretta modification | 3/30/2008 |
Q: I have beretta 92 FS; is it possible to convert it to 92 G (no safety), just by changing parts ...
A: John, I'm not a Beretta armorer. Per a colleague: It seems like this question gets asked on the ...
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| Proper Breakdown and Assembly of S&W PC .460 | 3/21/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased the S&W PC .460. and I have a few questions that I hope you can help me with. ...
A: Mark, If you read my bio, you know that I'm not a hunting handgun guy; my expertise is in fighting ...
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| 1911/45s | 3/20/2008 |
Q: I would like your thoughts on the STI 1911/45s, Escort & the Guardian. How good are they & will they ...
A: William, STI makes an excellent product. While computer aided engineer certainly mitigates some ...
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| 1911 /45 pistols | 3/17/2008 |
Q: I own about nine 1911/45s , most all of them Springfields, Kimbers & STI Escort & Gaurdian. What is ...
A: William, I suppose that depends on what your definition of "best" is. Most of the modern guns are ...
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| Springfield XD-45 holster | 3/13/2008 |
Q: I have been looking into the Level 3 Duty SERPA Auto Lock Holster made by Blackhawk, but the don't ...
A: Curt, The XDs have not caught on as duty guns, and so there are not many duty rigs for them. ...
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| query realted to guns | 3/10/2008 |
Q: qus 1: can a pistol fire a bullet of 8mm/.315 bore? qus 2 : can one weapon fire both type of ...
A: 1) Although throughout the years there have been some pistols chambered in some form of 8mm (the ...
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| SKS | 3/7/2008 |
Q: I own a Russian SKS. I want to put a red dot/or cross hair scope on it but still want to be able to ...
A: Eric, After market accessories for Russian military rifles are out of my experience, but I've ...
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| Registration policies and CCW classes | 3/4/2008 |
Q: We live in Northwest OH and purchased a gun from a friend of ours. We know that the gun has no ...
A: I have no knowledge of Ohio law. In most of the country, law-abiding citizens are not required to ...
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| Taurus 410 pistol | 3/3/2008 |
Q: I am thinking about getting my wife one for personal defense in the home. The idea is first two ...
A: That's hard to say, depending on a number of things. Have you (or your wife) shot one? It is rather ...
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| Ammo for .357 | 2/29/2008 |
Q: I am looking for clarification as to what ammunition I can use in a S&W .357Magnum revolver. ...
A: Ray, No ammunition will be marked merely ".38" It will either be .38 Special (if it's a revolver ...
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| FI Model D 380 jams | 2/26/2008 |
Q: Bought gun used, $200, Gun looks good, breaks down all pieces look good. gun looks like colt pony ...
A: I'm afraid you've learned by hard experience an unyielding principle of economics - you get what ...
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| Bedside Gun Rack | 2/18/2008 |
Q: Have you seen the bedside gun rack http://www.the-backup.com? What do you think of the idea?
A: Al, I've seen this and other things like it. Having done some drills in which people are woken up ...
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| gun value | 2/7/2008 |
Q: I would like your estimate of a Harrington&Richardson 22 cal. hand gun. It has a 12 inch barrel and ...
A: Although any gun that you have is better for self-defense than no gun, an antiquated design like ...
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| The right one? | 2/4/2008 |
Q: Hey there, I received my concealed permit about a month ago and im not sure what is a good pistol to ...
A: In terms of "put down" power, all handguns are anemic and poor stoppers, so you need to be prepared ...
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| Self Defense Shotgun | 2/4/2008 |
Q: I am keeping my question vague NOT in hopes of getting a long answer, but instead so I don't bog you ...
A: In terms of value for $, Mossberg is about the best. I've had a Mossberg 590 for years that has a ...
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| westernfield pump 20 gauge | 2/3/2008 |
Q: I just picked up a 20 gauge for my son. It looks like a Mossberg 500 in build. The markings show ...
A: Nurmich cross reference shows most of these guns made by Mossberg with a few made by other companies ...
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| varmint hunting | 1/29/2008 |
Q: Do you believe that a .22 Magnum could bring down a full grown coyote, or would you recommend ...
A: If you didn't care how long it took it die, a head or heart-lung shot from a .22 Magnum would kill a ...
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| 9mm or .40 carbines | 1/28/2008 |
Q: what are the maximum rages for these two firearms?
A: Pistol caliber carbines do not really have an effective range beyond that of a handgun, or not much ...
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| gun show loophole | 1/24/2008 |
Q: Don't you think it would be a good idea to close the gun show loophole? It doesn't seem right to me ...
A: Pam, I realize this is a very emotional issue for many people, but the fact is, there is no gun ...
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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: Eric, If you had asked me that question a year ago, I would have given you a different answer. My ...
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| Jimenez Arms | 1/22/2008 |
Q: I recently purchased a J.A. 9m.m. I have heard some negative remarks regarding this particular ...
A: Patrick, Although my link specifically says that I won't answer questions about inherently unsafe ...
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| S&W ported 357 | 1/15/2008 |
Q: I have a ported S&W 357, 4" barrel. I can't find another like it anywhere! What gun do I have? I can ...
A: The model number of your gun will be stamped inside the frame where the crane closes against it. As ...
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| Remington 700 - 7mm.08 | 12/25/2007 |
Q: I recently purchased another Remington 700 in 7mm.08. It has a 24" barrel and I am thinking of ...
A: Jeff, For absolutely accurate stats, you'd have to consult ballistics tables, but I'll give you my ...
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| guns&ammo | 12/21/2007 |
Q: can you use reloaded ammo with polymer handguns like GLOKS,SPRINGFIELD XD,S&W M&P,TAURUS 24/7 ...
A: Whether the gun is polymer-framed or not has no bearing on whether you can use remanufactured ...
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| RE: change of grip | 12/20/2007 |
Q: I changed the recoil spring of my M1911 rock island commander size pistol with Wolff 16lbs. I notice ...
A: Wolff springs have been a standard in the industry since the 1970s. It is common to see Wolff ...
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| RE: change of grip | 12/20/2007 |
Q: I changed the recoil spring of my M1911 rock island commander size pistol with Wolff 16lbs. I notice ...
A: Rickie, The Rock Island guns are good guns, but to be the bargain they are they had to skimp ...
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| Handgun | 12/18/2007 |
Q: 40VE Sigma Smith and Wesson handgun. I like blackhawk holsters but they don't sell one for my gun ...
A: After Glock successfully sued S&W for patent infringement, Smith redesigned some of the Sigma's ...
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| fac | 12/14/2007 |
Q: around 1200 ft per second and it says i need a PAL licence to buy it, my question is , ifi get my ...
A: I'm not sure what state you live in. I am unfamiliar with any of the documentation you mention. In ...
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| Self-defense | 12/10/2007 |
Q: 1. Which is better for self-defense, semi-jacketed hollow points or jacketed hollow points (for .38 ...
A: Out of a short barreled .38, your best performing ammunition is going to be 125 grain Federal ...
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| re: change of recoil spring | 12/3/2007 |
Q: I have been shooting for more than 1000rounds, just want to know when is the time to replace my ...
A: I would replace only with quality springs from a company like Wolff or ISMI. I'd also use only the ...
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| savage .308 | 12/2/2007 |
Q: I have a savage striker .308 pistol for hunting. I would like to put a butt stock on it, but don't ...
A: Jason, There are two issues that pertain to your1) The factory stock cannot be easily modified; the ...
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| Which rifle is best for me? | 11/28/2007 |
Q: I know your area of expertise is handguns, but a previous answer of yours led me to ask you a rifle ...
A: Justin, The 700 is a great gun. 300 yards is, in my estimate, a long shot for .270 simple because ...
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| use of 45 ACP +P ammo | 11/28/2007 |
Q: This is Rickie Austria from the Philippines, I was on a firing range this afternoon to check if +P ...
A: The 1911 design was adapted by the US military in that year, but was designed by John Browning in ...
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| single shot shot gun | 11/27/2007 |
Q: Do you think it is possible for a woman to commit suicide with a single shot shot gun and shoot ...
A: Elaine, I am so, so sorry for your loss. Why are the police not interested in investigating this? ...
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| single shot shot gun | 11/26/2007 |
Q: Do you think it is possible for a woman to commit suicide with a single shot shot gun and shoot ...
A: No, not if the head wound was serious. People who commit suicide with a gun typically will ...
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| CZ-52 | 11/24/2007 |
Q: I am thinking of buying a surplus CZ-52 in the 7.62x25.Do you have any info on the gun? Thanks in ...
A: Keith, My apologies, but as my bio says, I don't know much about old guns. If it were a regular ...
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| CZ-52 | 11/24/2007 |
Q: I am thinking of buying a surplus CZ-52 in the 7.62x25.Do you have any info on the gun? Thanks in ...
A: Keith, If you are buying the gun simply for fun or as a collector, the gun has an interesting and ...
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| Golden State Arms | 11/20/2007 |
Q: I have a Golden State Arms, Santa Fa Astor R-157, in 308 cal. and I am trying to find out any ...
A: Bill, I've never heard of that gun, but a quick web search turned up this from Guns & Ammo "values" ...
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| 183D 410 shotgun | 11/18/2007 |
Q: I have this gun with two chokes med.&full I need too know which one to use when shooting slugs.
A: It should not really matter, but to be safe, I'd go with something other than the full choke. Be ...
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| Springfield Armory XD-45 | 11/17/2007 |
Q: I just purchased a Springfield Armory XD-45.First I want to ask do you think these are good ...
A: Keith, I think generally the XDs are excellent guns. I have owned an XD45 Tactical, and one of my ...
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| value of a remington shot gun | 11/13/2007 |
Q: what is the value of a remington shot gun, serial number 1529704? I think it was purchased new in ...
A: The only way to really know the value of the gun is to have it looked at by a gunshop, since the ...
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| value of a remington shot gun | 11/13/2007 |
Q: what is the value of a remington shot gun, serial number 1529704? I think it was purchased new in ...
A: As the link you clicked on when you sent this question says, "PLEASE READ BEFORE SENDING QUESTIONS: ...
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| shotgun | 11/10/2007 |
Q: Why do the shotgun barrels have to be at least 18" long?
A: Jenna, In 1934 Congress passed the National Firearms Act. This act restricted the ownership and ...
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| Bretta 380 | 11/7/2007 |
Q: I recently inherited a Bretta 380 automatic pistol from my Dad. Is this a good pistol for personal ...
A: I don't know which model gun you have. The only Beretta .380 in current production is the Chetah. ...
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| New to Guns! | 11/7/2007 |
Q: Just wondering what type of gun is good for home defense or to carry in a car for self defense. What ...
A: Andrew, Depending on who's sponsoring the gun show, they will have all kinds of brands there. From ...
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| 10mm and .40 S&W | 11/5/2007 |
Q: I was wondering if .40 caliber bullets can be shot out of a Glock 20 10mm auto
A: Yes, the projectiles are the same size. The case lengths are different and the 10mm takes a large ...
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| CC holster | 11/3/2007 |
Q: I just got my concealed carry permit. What is the best holster for me to use?
A: That is a tough question because ultimately you will have to be comfortable with how you carry. ...
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| remington 700 adl | 10/28/2007 |
Q: i have a 7mm mag 700 adl that i bought new a month ago. will floating the barrel be worth it ...
A: I'm not sure what the stock is made out of, but generally speaking, yes, it usually improves ...
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| re: shock-buff | 10/26/2007 |
Q: Just want to know if you can recommend me to put a shok-buff on my m1911 rock island commander size ...
A: Any of the standard shock-buffs would work. I'm most familiar with the ones by Wilson Combat. You ...
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| Revolver Purchase | 10/23/2007 |
Q: I am interested in a general purpose handgun and believe a .357 magnum revolver would fit the bill. ...
A: Dave, I'm not a big revolver guy, though for what it's worth, I like all the ones you've mentioned. ...
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| recoil spring of 1911 commander | 10/23/2007 |
Q: I'm Rickie Austria from the Philippines, I have here a rock island 45cal commander size pistol. I'm ...
A: I think you misunderstood me. If you want to REDUCE recoil, you need to REDUCE the weight of your ...
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| recoil spring of 1911 commander | 10/23/2007 |
Q: I'm Rickie Austria from the Philippines, I have here a rock island 45cal commander size pistol. I'm ...
A: Rickie, I'm confused as to whether you are actually talking about the recoil spring or the hammer ...
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| 44 special/magnum | 10/23/2007 |
Q: Greetings One of my pistols is a S&W 44 magnum model 29-2 (long barrel). This one is 10-15 years ...
A: Bill, That's very odd, and is hard to diagnose without actually seeing the gun. No .44 Spec load ...
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| firearms question | 10/17/2007 |
Q: I am left eye dominant but shoot right handed. Is it possible to shoot an ar15 rifle right handed ...
A: Mr. Rolfe, To take your questions in order: 1) There is no practical way to shoot a long gun using ...
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| Lead reloads w/ glocks | 10/10/2007 |
Q: I just finished reading the response you gave to Charles, regarding Glocks and reloading, but I have ...
A: Theoretically, perhaps, although a wire brush will not get all the lead out - you'll need a solvent ...
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| Question about reliability | 9/28/2007 |
Q: I own a Taurus PT111 Millemium Edition 9mm. A while back while at the shooting range, the gun would ...
A: Michael, I have some familiarity with the PT111, but as an operator only. I do not know how the ...
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| pistol modification | 9/25/2007 |
Q: I have here a m1911 rock island 45cal commander size pistol, with a novak sight and bull barrel. ...
A: Rickie, The Rock Island guns are usually pretty (old) milspec affairs. Most 1911s will shoot ...
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| .38 Sp. Bullet Creep | 9/19/2007 |
Q: I own a S&W 642 Airweight revolver I carry daily. I carry Buffalo Bore 158 gr. +P LSWCHP for ...
A: Van, I'd recommend the Federal Nyclad 158gr. P. It should be very close in internal/external ...
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| .38 Sp. Bullet Creep | 9/19/2007 |
Q: I own a S&W 642 Airweight revolver I carry daily. I carry Buffalo Bore 158 gr. +P LSWCHP for ...
A: Van, Although I wouldn't recommend that particular bullet configuration for self defense, I don't ...
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| bbs stuck in barrel | 9/8/2007 |
Q: i have a 'colt double eagle' pistol bb gun. the bbs have go stuck in the barrel, what can i do?
A: Rich, I don't really know very much about toy guns (truth be told, some of the toys like the ...
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| Glock Conversion to 22 cal | 9/6/2007 |
Q: What is your opinion on the conversions to 22 cal, to shoot as a hobby cheaper while using the same ...
A: They are ammo sensitive, and will not work with wimp rounds. One of the rounds they will work with, ...
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| Glock Conversion to 22 cal | 9/6/2007 |
Q: What is your opinion on the conversions to 22 cal, to shoot as a hobby cheaper while using the same ...
A: Robert, Last year I was hoping to begin competition more seriously, and that meant more practice. ...
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| defensive ammo types | 9/5/2007 |
Q: ive been boucing around the different types of ammo i use in my carry weapon, normally a 9mm (used ...
A: Zach, I am uncertain as to what you mean by "HS," unless that is your designation for the Federal ...
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| reloading for glock | 9/1/2007 |
Q: In Richard Lee's Modern Reloading 2nd ed., in 40S&W specs, he warns not to fire reloads in Glocks or ...
A: Charles, Let me apologize in advance for the length of this answer. Your question can't really be ...
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| Stevens shotgun modification | 8/29/2007 |
Q: I have a 20 gauge Stevens shotgun model 67 Series E that I have owned for 25 years. I'd like to ...
A: That depends on a great many things, including the choke the barrel now has (it will be a cylinder ...
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| Missing parts for a PA-63 | 8/29/2007 |
Q: I have a FEG PA-63 9x18 Mak that has lost the extractor, the plunger and the plunger spring. Where ...
A: David, If you can't find the factory rep, Neumrich (ww.e-gunparts.com) will have them. These folks ...
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| Stevens shotgun modification | 8/28/2007 |
Q: I have a 20 gauge Stevens shotgun model 67 Series E that I have owned for 25 years. I'd like to ...
A: Dave, If you can find one your best bet would be at www.e-gunparts.com. If you cut it down, I ...
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| question about a s & w | 8/14/2007 |
Q: i have a .38 smith and wesson and im trying to find a manufacture date i understand that u cannot ...
A: Zack, Go to the Smith & Wesson website, to "Customer Support" and scroll down to the question, "How ...
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| wondering if you can answer some ????s | 8/12/2007 |
Q: my niece was shot with a .22short hand gun.wondering if she could have done it her self.direct in ...
A: Clorinda, I am very sorry for you and your family. You don't give me a lot of information, but ...
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| Browning bdm | 8/11/2007 |
Q: i'm writing an espionage book and my protagonist needs a handgun. i was thinking about the Browning ...
A: Giuila, Oliver Winchester, founder of the Winchester Repeating Arms company, summed it up well when ...
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| Tanfoglio giuseppe | 8/10/2007 |
Q: I have the 9mm version and my firing pin is not working. I am not knowledgeable enough to repair ...
A: Karen, The Tanfalgio copies of the CZ pistols are quality firearms, and not difficult to replace ...
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| I am looking for oa good pistol | 8/9/2007 |
Q: I am looking for a pistol that is lightweight, durable, and packs a good punch.
A: I'm assuming you want to carry this for protection (carrying would be the only reason for a ...
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| Duck hunting/North Dakota | 8/8/2007 |
Q: I need to know if if I can use a shotgun to hunt ducks in North Dakota if I was charged with a ...
A: Were you charged and acquitted, charged and convicted, or have the charges yet pending? I am not a ...
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| Advantage Arms .22 Conversion | 7/3/2007 |
Q: I was wondering if you are familiar with the Advantage Arms .22 conversion kit for the Glock 29. I'd ...
A: Mr. Jones, I noticed that the AE service filtered out part of my answer. My suggestion was that if ...
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| Advantage Arms .22 Conversion | 7/3/2007 |
Q: I was wondering if you are familiar with the Advantage Arms .22 conversion kit for the Glock 29. I'd ...
A: Mr. Jones, I am familiar with the AA conversion and have one for a G17. It works as reliably as ...
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| long range rifles | 6/27/2007 |
Q: I recently inherited a remington model 760 .35 cal with a renfield 4x scope with a quickswitch ...
A: I have no preference for which gun you get. Guns are task specific tools. Hammers make poor ...
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| long range rifles | 6/26/2007 |
Q: I recently inherited a remington model 760 .35 cal with a renfield 4x scope with a quickswitch ...
A: Well, John, the .35 certainly has more "oomph" than, say, a .30-30, but a 300 yard gun it's not. ...
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| Home defense | 6/21/2007 |
Q: Zukowski I am looking to purchase a couple of weapons for home protection. A friend recommended a ...
A: As this came to me, I will be glad to answer to the best of my ability, but I am not Mr. Zukowski. ...
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| magazine charging | 6/9/2007 |
Q: I read with interest about changing magazine springs on an annual basis...need them or not...but ...
A: Alan, I must say that though I have preached this, I don't practice it. Once upon a time before ...
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| sw 629 born in 1988 | 6/7/2007 |
Q: Just inherited a stainless and it is a pain to keep clean. Second, I like open sights but would a ...
A: John, If by "pain to keep clean" you mean the carbon rings on the cylinder face, once it is wiped ...
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| Guidance Please | 6/5/2007 |
Q: I am a 60 yr old male, in Phoenix, AZ USA area. I am on disability due to back problems and MS ...
A: Bob, Thank you for your kind words. Any good gun shop will spend as much time as you need teaching ...
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| Guidance Please | 6/3/2007 |
Q: I am a 60 yr old male, in Phoenix, AZ USA area. I am on disability due to back problems and MS ...
A: Bob, If you wear a shirt on the outside (T shirt or untucked Hawaiian shirt), and IWB holster would ...
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| Guidance Please | 6/2/2007 |
Q: I am a 60 yr old male, in Phoenix, AZ USA area. I am on disability due to back problems and MS ...
A: Sir, The Glock 19 is an excellent choice, for a number of reasons. Not only is it easy to use as ...
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| SERIAL NUMBER ON 38 DETECTIVE SPECIAL | 5/28/2007 |
Q: I AM WRITING A NOVEL SET IN THE 1930'S. CAN YOU TELL ME IF BACK IN THOSE DAYS, A 38 DETECTIVE ...
A: Janis, Sorry it took me so long to get to you. Guns have been serialized since that industry ...
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| Explanatory question and Reiteration | 5/27/2007 |
Q: "I have already answered this question for you once before." is the reply I received from ...
A: Sir, You continue to send your question to the same person, rather than a different "expert" as you ...
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| Jimenez 9 mm - question | 5/9/2007 |
Q: My husband bought this gun only a few months ago from a pawn shop. We found out that it is a very ...
A: Brittney, I would recommend that you get rid of the gun through sale or some other means. As you ...
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| First Handgun | 5/5/2007 |
Q: My head is spinning with my choices for my first SA handgun. Primary use will be indoor range with ...
A: The M&P is new, and I don't have a lot of experience with it, but the trigger seems a bit better ...
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| First Handgun | 5/5/2007 |
Q: My head is spinning with my choices for my first SA handgun. Primary use will be indoor range with ...
A: Amador, I was just putting together a list of observations from the past training year of what guns ...
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| better triger | 4/29/2007 |
Q: I am really starting to enjoy this forum. I can ask questions that dealers give you the are you ...
A: The trigger on the lower has absolutely nothing to do with the upper assembly. Unless the springs ...
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| Handgun breakdown | 4/23/2007 |
Q: Sir; I need the proper breakdown procedure for a Smith & Wesson model 410S. I thought I knew it, but ...
A: Mr. Garvey: The 410 should field-strip like nearly every SW auto based on the Model 59 design: 1) ...
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| Ruger MK111 | 4/22/2007 |
Q: I have a Ruger MK111 standard with a 5 3/4 inch tapered barrel with fixed sights.Can I install ...
A: I'm not familiar with exactly that model. Sights from Hi Viz or Tru Glo would probably be your best ...
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| Kahr Pm9 | 4/22/2007 |
Q: I have the exact same problem as Tom Kennedy back in October 2005 with my new Kahr Pm9. After 500 ...
A: Bob, Unfortunately, when you buy a new design, you get to be the guinea pig. It takes some ...
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| WHY ? | 4/18/2007 |
Q: Why would the shooter at Virgina Tech have wanted to file the serial numbers off of the guns he used ...
A: Al, This young man had obviously for a long time been creating a hate-filled fantasy world in his ...
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| Taurus PT 24/7 .45 | 4/16/2007 |
Q: I have just bought a used Taurus PT 24/7 .45.I have heard some good and bad things about them.Could ...
A: Keith, Taurus is quite proud of its 24/7 - if you look at their website, I think you can still find ...
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| Ranger Shotgun Manufacturer? | 4/7/2007 |
Q: I have my father's old Ranger 12 GA choke shotgun, and am trying to restore it, but can not find who ...
A: Bryan, Antique guns are out of my area, but I believe that the Sears Ranger guns were those mfg'd ...
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| Handguns | 3/22/2007 |
Q: I'm in the market for something in a .40 or .45, mainly just for home security and taking to the ...
A: Adam, Given your criteria, I'd take a close look at the Springfield XD40, or XD45. These are ...
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| Colt Agent .38 | 3/12/2007 |
Q: Good evening, I was trying to find out if I can use the .38 Special+P's in my Colt Agent. The box ...
A: Stacy, Colt revolvers in that company's "D" frame were among the most delicate revolvers made. I ...
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| remington sendero rifle | 3/5/2007 |
Q: I am consideriing buying a Remington Sendero rifle in 7mm mag. I will be using this rifle ...
A: Mr. Baker, Remington bills that rifle as their most accurate off-the-shelf rifle. I would expect it ...
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| tanfoglio | 2/20/2007 |
Q: a few days ago i purchased a used mod. tz75 9mm parabellum tanfoglio. before seeing it i have never ...
A: Ben, Before the Czech Republic was free of the Soviet Block, CZ produced a pistol that was, for a ...
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| Personal Defense Concealed Handgun | 2/11/2007 |
Q: After visiting a few forums comparing HKs & Sid Sauers, I decided I would choose a Sid because of ...
A: Mike, For a concealed carry gun, the SIG 239 is about the only that will fill the bill. All the ...
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| Barrel Modification | 2/11/2007 |
Q: I have a question about fitting a Storm Lake drop in barrel for a Glock 29. When I first dropped ...
A: Matt, Until you get this problem solved, you should stop shooting the gun with that barrel in it. ...
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| hammer | 12/30/2006 |
Q: What is the purpose of the hole in the exposed hammer of a hand gun?
A: Steve, Hammers don't need much mass - the spring is what really causes the ignition. Holes in ...
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| Training | 12/30/2006 |
Q: I'm a CCW permit holder and I've taken several training classes on handgun safety and ...
A: Matt, Insights Training Center operates out of Seattle, and holds classes around the country. ...
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| handguns/nigh tsights | 12/18/2006 |
Q: I live in Alaska and am a wilderness, interpretive guide for NPS, in Denali Nat'l Park, about 6 mos ...
A: George, First of all, all of your choices in firearms are excellent ones. When you get your G23, I ...
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| 357 sig | 12/16/2006 |
Q: do you know anything about this caliber? compaired to a .40 s&w or a .45acp?
A: Charles, The .357 SIG is actually a .355 or 9mm projectile, housed in a .40 S&W case that has been ...
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| rifle stock | 12/15/2006 |
Q: Is there any formula for calculating the length of pull based on forearm and hand size of the ...
A: To do this right, you need to go to a gunsmith, who will use some old but sophisticated instruments ...
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| JA-.380 | 12/14/2006 |
Q: I just bought a JA-.380 now I have just herd bad new about it. Is the JA-.380 a bad gun or a ok gun? ...
A: Keith, There is a class of gun the selling feature of which is only price. Jiminez Arms is one of ...
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| Taurus Long barreled 357 | 12/12/2006 |
Q: Is there anywhere I can find the national standard for gun Makers about the weight? of the trigger? ...
A: Deb, I do not know what you mean by "national standard for gun makers about the weight of the ...
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| recoil reducers - handgun (Kahr 40?) | 12/9/2006 |
Q: Will the additojn of a recoil reducer,as in Harts, have a significant effect on recoil, or is this ...
A: Greg, There are two types of recoil reducers for handguns, ones that work mechanically, and ones ...
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| universal M1 carbine | 12/6/2006 |
Q: My dad is giving me his Universal M1 carbine.We shot it about 3 mos ago and it jammed about every 5 ...
A: Keith, I'm not sure where to tell you to look about manufacture - you might try calling the ...
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| damage | 12/1/2006 |
Q: I got a question... me and my teacher were arguing about what will do more damage at 25 feet. A .50 ...
A: That is a very intriguing question, because it certainly is a comparison of apples with oranges. ...
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| Identify vintage & value of my S&W | 12/1/2006 |
Q: I have a blue S&W 38 with 6" barrel and the following markings. Right front of frame, Made in ...
A: Mr. Fields, Please read my profile, viz. the part that says in bold "I cannot identify antique guns ...
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| Suppressor Legalities | 11/29/2006 |
Q: A few friends and I, all firearms enthusiasts, have recently become interested in the addition of ...
A: Dan, Are guns still legal in Maryland? (Only kidding, I shoot and conduct classes in MD). Sound ...
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| Police positive? | 11/24/2006 |
Q: I have a pistol that says: Harrington & Richardson Arms Co. Winchester ...
A: Mr Wolff, Old guns are really not my thing. This from Chuck Hawes: Smith and Wesson devised this ...
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| M14 versus Mosin Nagant - Accuracy? | 11/24/2006 |
Q: My son (14) asked me a question that I had no idea on how to answer. He asked me which rifle was ...
A: The rifles' power are very similar. The 7.62x54 Russian has virtually equivelant ballistics to the ...
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| Who made this gun? | 11/21/2006 |
Q: i DO NOT KNOW WHETHER THIS GUN IS OLD OR ANTIQUE, BUT HAVE STAMPED INFORMATION ON SIDE OF THE ...
A: Sarah, Back when Czechoslovakia was a soviet block country, a firearms co. going by CZ made a very ...
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| Calibre changes on Sigs | 11/20/2006 |
Q: Is it true that one can change the calibre on certain Sig-Sauer pistols? If so, what models can be ...
A: Ed, When SIG came out with the .357 SIG caliber, they were making available .40 S&W barrels. ...
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| hair triggers | 11/20/2006 |
Q: How common are hair triggers , specially on a 380 ? can they really just go off. and how do you know ...
A: Mr. Vera, "Hair trigger" is a Hollywood term that generally refers to a light trigger, but the term ...
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| home protection shotgun | 11/12/2006 |
Q: I looking into buying a 500 series mossberg primarly for home protection. Id like to swap barrels ...
A: Kevin, The Mossberg guns are an excellent value for the money. I am partial to the 590. The ...
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| norinco jw15 22lr magazine | 11/6/2006 |
Q: my grandson lost his magazine to his 22 rifle. It is a chinese made "norinco" model jw-15. I have ...
A: Mr. Schreiber, Try here: http://www.e-gunparts.com/product.asp?chrProductSKU=299750B&MC= This is ...
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| bullet safety | 11/4/2006 |
Q: i took all the bullets from my husbands guns. how can i safely store them? i was just going to put ...
A: Gina, If I were you, I would dispose of the ammunition. You can do that by taking them to the ...
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| military rifiles | 10/30/2006 |
Q: GCH, I was wondering what the caliber of the AR-15, AK-47, and the C-14 rifles are. thanks for any ...
A: AR-15 in its military config is 5.56 NATO (externally identical to .223 Rem). It can also be had in ...
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| Handgun Advice | 9/4/2006 |
Q: Which handgun, ammunition, and holster would you recommend for concealed close protection? Obvious ...
A: I really cannot pick another person's handgun for him. Different people value different ...
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| gun modification | 9/3/2006 |
Q: We have all been involved in the modify/don't modify your self defense/CCW gun at one point or ...
A: FOLLOW UP TO THIS: Correction. The case I mentioned was an accidental shooting. The prosecutor ...
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| Walther P38 handgun | 8/23/2006 |
Q: Olympia, Washington. Basically I am looking for information on the handgun I found in my father's ...
A: Mr. Partlow, As stated in my profile, "I CAN NOT identify antique guns or those that are old and ...
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| CCW Bersa vs. PPK | 8/22/2006 |
Q: Sir, I was wondering if you can... 1. Tell me the main differences, pros, cons, and personal ...
A: Lt. Barbour, First let me address the caliber question. The current trend (with which I agree) is ...
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| Handgun model safety | 8/21/2006 |
Q: My name is Joe and I live outside of Orlando Fla. recently relocating from up north. I have recently ...
A: Unfortunately, the gun's reputation is well deserved. Jimenez, Lorcin, Jennings - they're all junk ...
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| Tis a Question | 8/1/2006 |
Q: This is the closest thing to airsoft category I could find. All I need to know is this. Can I get a ...
A: Zach, We use the AirSoft gas guns in force-on-force training. The guns we use are very close ...
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| fireing pins | 7/27/2006 |
Q: are the newer revolvers with the transfer bar fireing pin superior to the older revolvers with the ...
A: Mr. George, Transfer bars on revolvers have been used by companies like Ruger and Taurus for at ...
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| Pistol question | 7/10/2006 |
Q: I just purchased a Colt 1911 from my good buddy. Sadly, my buddy does not take very good care of ...
A: Brandon, I'm not sure what your expectations are, or how bad a shape the finish of the gun is in. ...
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| dismantaling a hi point 40 s&w | 7/8/2006 |
Q: I cant for the life of me figure out how to remove the slide from my weapon. i have tried everything ...
A: Mr. Pettis, You will need to expose the takedown pin toward the rear of the frame under the slide. ...
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| Caliber for Concealed Carry | 7/2/2006 |
Q: I have owned a Kahr PM9-9mm for less than a year. The size and weight are ideal for concealed carry, ...
A: Mr. Kennedy, If you have decided on a Glock 27, then you've already picked your caliber - .40 S&W. ...
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| wolf ammo | 6/13/2006 |
Q: i have just read a post you wrote to gentleman inquiring about ammo for an sks for home defense. it ...
A: Dan, I don't remember the exact post you're refering to, but I'm not a big fan of Wolff ammuntion. ...
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| Smith & Wesson Sigma SW9C | 6/7/2006 |
Q: I’m interested in buying a used Smith & Wesson Sigma SW9C. However, I’ve read some comments on the ...
A: Gary, The original Sigmas in the 9mm and .40 were such a close copy of the Glock that Glock ...
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| Re-Bluing | 6/1/2006 |
Q: I've got a S&W model 5904 that I was thinking of re-bluing. It's just the slide that shows a lot of ...
A: Jeremy, I believe the 59 series of S&W's have an aluminum frame, so you couldn't reblue that if you ...
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| Info on a rifle | 5/27/2006 |
Q: Hey, I live in Alabama and have this rifle that I need to know info on. It is a Amadeo Rossi pump ...
A: Jennifer, This is a little out of my area, but Rossi is an arms company based out of Brazil. The ...
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| In your opinion, what is a... | 5/27/2006 |
Q: In your opinion, what is a good, reliable conceal carry gun to have? Should I get a revolver, or a ...
A: Gerald, The issue of whether to get a revolver or a semi-auto is a personal decision that involves ...
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| sawed off shotgun aow | 3/10/2006 |
Q: what would a guy have to do to get a bulged barrel sawed off AND LEGAL, who do i talk to ect. ...
A: Troy, Federal law requires that a shotgun barrel be at least 18" long. As long as it's not cut ...
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| RUBBER GRIP REMAOVAL ? | 3/5/2006 |
Q: I just bought a new Smith & Wesson 360sc AirLite .357mag. It came with standard rubber grips. My ...
A: Mr. Monaco, A tool should have come with your gun for removal. If you bought it used and it didn't ...
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| Sig 226 vs 226DAK | 2/13/2006 |
Q: I've been looking into buying a sig 226 and my big question is what is the advantage of the DAK. ...
A: Pat, The SIG DAK stands for "double action Kellerman" after the man who invented it. It is a ...
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| Parts kits laws | 2/11/2006 |
Q: I don't suppose you know the federal laws on parts kits these days? I'm thinking about going the ...
A: There's not enough information here for me to answer your question. A parts kit to make what? It ...
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| home defense question | 1/20/2006 |
Q: I purchased an SKS for my family for home defense. I am having a dilemma choosing what type of ammo ...
A: Daniel, The 7.62 X 39 is the old Soviet block intermediate cartridge, its nearest western ...
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| WEIGHT & POWER | 1/19/2006 |
Q: ------------------------- Followup To GCH Hi its me again! I understand what you said about the ...
A: Mr. Monaco, The term "magnum" doesn't really mean much. It usually designates an already existing ...
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| MEDIUM MAGNUM | 1/16/2006 |
Q: I own two 9mm pistols and have c/c/carry permits for both. Carrying one or the other is somewhat ...
A: Mr. Monaco, For a light, small gun, you might consider the Kel-Tec P.32 to P-3AT (chambered in .32 ...
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| north american brand .22 black powder revolver | 12/7/2005 |
Q: I have a little 5 shot stainless steel black powder revolver. it uses 30 gr .22 slugs, and 3 gr of ...
A: Mr. Feldmann, Blackpowder and smokeless powder work by completely different mechanisms. ...
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| barrel lenght | 12/3/2005 |
Q: I want to buy smith and wesson 22A chambered with .22LR bullet and 7 inches barrel lenght. But the ...
A: Mr. Cornico, I do not believe that there will be any intrinsic difference in accuracy between the ...
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| Duty Weapon | 12/1/2005 |
Q: First thanks for being here to help, Im becoming a chicago police officer, i need to buy a gun and ...
A: Steve, That's too bad re: dept policy about Glocks. In terms of reliability, usability, practical ...
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| Duty Weapon | 12/1/2005 |
Q: First thanks for being here to help, Im becoming a chicago police officer, i need to buy a gun and ...
A: Steve, Congratulations on your new job. Can you tell me what your duty weapon will be? I take it ...
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| Singleshot rifle opinion. | 11/26/2005 |
Q: what are some of your opinions on good singleshot rifles for accuracy and distance(300+yrds.) for ...
A: Single shot hunting rifles are not really my areas of expertise. However, I don't think a ...
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| revolver load | 11/12/2005 |
Q: -------------------------Thank you for inlighting me about this matter. I really thought all the ...
A: Mr. Cornico, In theory you should be able to fire a .22 Short out of a .22 LR chambering in a ...
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| revolver load | 11/12/2005 |
Q: I just bought a taurus revolver magnum .22 4" barrel. Actually I intended to use this on a .22 LR ...
A: Mr. Cornico: Owing to the relationship between the .38 Special and .357 Magnum, and the .44 Special ...
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| holsters | 10/13/2005 |
Q: I've been looking at gun shops and online for a LEFT-handed holster to (legally) carry my HK P7M8, ...
A: Brian, I'm very sorry for the trouble you are having with your H&K. They are usually pretty good ...
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| S&W Model 637-2... .38 Spec. +P | 10/10/2005 |
Q: Sir, I am quite familier with guns, haveing grown up in a hunting and shooting family, served in the ...
A: First, let me thank you for your service to our country in the military, and your service to one of ...
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| speed loaders | 9/30/2005 |
Q: I am glad I found your website. I have been searching for some time now for a product to charge ...
A: Mr. Wethington, It sounds like your search has been very thorough. Unfortunately companies make ...
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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: Mr. Cornico, For ease of cleaning, jacketed, or even plated bullets (almost as cheap as lead) are ...
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| Selling Guns from an Estate | 9/12/2005 |
Q: My brother, who died a year ago, left behind a variety of handguns. I am encharged with selling ...
A: Jim, I'm sorry for your loss. A good place for you to start would be ...
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| Caliber | 8/23/2005 |
Q: What does ACP stand for when listed after pistol caliber? Thank You, Jerry
A: Jerry, Many calibers have some sort of designation with them besides thier diameter in inches (e.g. ...
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| Kahr PM9 Jamming | 8/6/2005 |
Q: I recently purchased a Kahr PM9 for concealed carry. Actually on your advice. It seemed like the ...
A: Mr. Kennedy, I'm sorry that you having such a problem with your Kahr. They are usually ...
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| Best Concealed Carry Weapon | 7/15/2005 |
Q: GCH, In your opinion which firearm would be the best concealed carry type, the Walther PPK/S, ...
A: Mr. Kennedy, Given those choices, I would opt for the G26. Although both the PPK and PPK/S are ...
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| BERETTA | 6/20/2005 |
Q: I INHERITED A 60TH ANNIVERSARY, COMMEMERATIVE BERETTA FROM THE MARYLAND STATE POLICE [SERIAL # 004]. ...
A: Dr. Kessler, I am more of a user than a collector (they're just tools to me), but commemorative ...
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| kukiwan | 5/21/2005 |
Q: I need the address for submittal for my daughter's tae kwon do black belt (1st degree) for her ...
A: Mrs. Taflinger, I almost hit the "This question is out of my area" icon, until I read "frustrated ...
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| Weever vs. Isosceles | 4/28/2005 |
Q: I read a manual by a firearms instructor who stated that Isosceles is a superior tactical firearms ...
A: John, At one time the hot topic for debate was "which stance?" FBI, Weaver, Iscosceles, Modified ...
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| Guns | 4/19/2005 |
Q: Which type of gun had the most impact on society?
A: Adrian, A very interesting question. I think that the firearms technology that has had the most ...
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| new handgun | 3/4/2005 |
Q: the other day I went out and bought a handgun secondhand that appeared to be in perfect shape which ...
A: Jake, I'm sorry to have to be the bearer of bad news, but Jennings/Raven/Tec etc. guns are not well ...
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| JC Higgins Model 85 22 Cal Long Rifle Pistol | 2/15/2005 |
Q: I need to know if you can give me any ideas where to find grips for this pistol - it was purchased ...
A: Debra: Antiques are a bit out of my area, but for what it's worth: Your best bet would be to try ...
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| Beretta 92 Slide Swap | 2/10/2005 |
Q: GCH, I own a Beretta 92 9MM manufactured early 90's. Made in Italy. I've seen Beretta 96 .40 S&W ...
A: Nelson, Theoretically it should be possible, but I'm not sure what changes Beretta may have made to ...
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| looking to get a car-15 style ar15 rifle | 1/24/2005 |
Q: i have some questions about buying myself a car-15 style ar15 rifle or just a small ar15 carbine if ...
A: Vinnie, You can do a lot of good shopping right on the internet. I concur with your choice of a 16" ...
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| .22 handgun | 1/4/2005 |
Q: I have a discussion going on w/ my dad about a potentially dangerous situation in my husband's tech ...
A: Mrs. Martin, Thought it's been a long time since I've been there, It appears I grew up in your neck ...
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| Springfield Armory Pistols | 1/3/2005 |
Q: Springfield Armory company says their pistols have been parkerized (instead of the typical bluing) ...
A: Roy, Parkerizing was developed before WWII (by, you guessed it, a fellow named Parker). ...
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| kimber 1911 | 1/2/2005 |
Q: GCH ,hope you had a good and safe new year.my question is about the kimber tle/rl11.I recently ...
A: Todd, This is a follow-up, since I missed part of your question, viz. "What is the most reliable ...
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| Need some help from an expert | 1/1/2005 |
Q: I'm looking into purchasing a firearm for self defense, but not sure which kind to get, in that im ...
A: Ivan, You've already done a lot of research, so I'll give you my opinions. For a self defense ...
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| accuracy for the money | 12/18/2004 |
Q: Good day sir, i am 20 years old and going into the marines and i want to become a sniper for force ...
A: Charles, First of all, let me thank you for your service to our country. It's generations of fine ...
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| stun guns | 12/15/2004 |
Q: I am not sure if this is out of your area or not, if so, I apologize...but..I need to know what the ...
A: Julie, I am afraid I don't know a great deal about different models of stun guns. Reports indicate ...
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| carbine | 12/1/2004 |
Q: what exactly is a carbine
A: John, That's a very good question. It's kind of like asking "What's a chair?" In other words, can ...
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| JC Higgins Shotgun Value | 11/20/2004 |
Q: I have A JC Higgins Model 20-12 Guage 583.2005 Is it worth Anything ?
A: Mr. Soldwish, While Sears sporting guns are a little out of my area of study, I'll tell you what I ...
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| Handgun snake shot loads | 11/14/2004 |
Q: I have seen many advertisements for "snake shot loads" for handguns. I have been tempted to ...
A: Eric, I don't believe the "snake shot" rounds can harm your barrel. They do not work like a ...
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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: Danielle, From the standpoint of the gun's ability, yes there is a difference between and AirSoft ...
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| Handgun | 10/29/2004 |
Q: What gun would you recommend to buy for self-defense? Thanks for your time
A: Mr. Qourzal: I would need to know more of your situation and specifics to give you a specific ...
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| AK 47 /AR 15/ FN FAL/ Mini 30 | 10/5/2004 |
Q: Greetings. (1) Is the AK 47 as accurate a rifle as the AR 15? Does it have the same range? (2) ...
A: Mike: I like the AR15 a great deal, but I'll give you my evaluation of each of the rifles you've ...
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| .357 SIG Over Penetration | 10/2/2004 |
Q: With all the research I have recently completed on the Speer Gold Dot .357 SIG round, and its ...
A: In my humble opinion, the .357 SIG has very few self-defense or law enforcement applications. The ...
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| Carry Pistol | 9/20/2004 |
Q: I am looking into a ccw pistol for myself (age 51 female). I have looked at the H&K 2000 series ...
A: Sherri, The guns you're considering are all top-quality guns. In the case of all them, provided ...
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| Grendel P-30 | 9/15/2004 |
Q: I have been trying find information on the Grendel P-30 .22 magnum. I have found very little ...
A: Mr. Hansen: I considered clicking the "This is outside my expertise" button, since I have no ...
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| Handguns | 9/4/2004 |
Q: GCH, I am interested in purchasing a decent quality inexpensive handgun for home protection {around ...
A: Ron: In your situation, I would recommend a revolver. A revolver is much simpler to load and ...
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| guns and ammunition | 8/23/2004 |
Q: I'm an American mystery author, and I need to know if it was possible in 1944 for an expert to tell ...
A: Doreen: Your question is beyond my expertise, but I will give you what little help I can. You'll ...
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| lanyard for pistol | 7/19/2004 |
Q: I have a CZ85 9mm and just purchased a quality lanyard for it. However, there is no accomodation ...
A: Joan: Lanyards, which were once "standard equipment" on pistols, went away for a while, and now are ...
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| Police firearms | 7/3/2004 |
Q: I'm writing a short story, and wondered if you could tell me what the standard issue for LA cops is ...
A: Joe: 1) As I do not do any work with LA, I do not know what their issue is. According to the rags, ...
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| Handgun refinishing | 7/1/2004 |
Q: I currently carry a .32 Beretta Tomcat, daily, with a black factory finish. Unfortunately, my ...
A: Curtis, First, you should know that holster wear is unavoidable in a gun carried daily. Although ...
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| sig-226 | 6/4/2004 |
Q: hey GCH ,I am considering buying a sig-226 in .40 cal. for self defense and recreational shooting .I ...
A: Todd, SIG's are excellent handguns, and objectively as good as the top picks out there (Glock, H&K, ...
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| best pistol for me | 5/28/2004 |
Q: hey whats up im vinnie iam soon going to try and get a conceal carry permit and then off to picking ...
A: Vinnie, It is not possible for someone to pick a gun for another individual. Anyone who tells you ...
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| i need your opinion on a gun/caliber for self-defense | 5/23/2004 |
Q: I am lhaving trouble deciding a caliber for self-defense. Ive read about the ups and downs of em ...
A: William, In the days when the only ammuntion available was full metal jacket ball, the diameter of ...
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| Firearm Finishes | 5/11/2004 |
Q: What type of finish do you think would be prudent for an individual desiring low maintenance, great ...
A: Mr. Nichols: Bluing is not particularly rust-resistant or maintenance-free. "Satin" finishes such ...
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| guns and ammo | 3/26/2004 |
Q: i know that with a .357 revolver you can still use .38 but can you do the same with a Glock .357???
A: Brian, In a stunning upset in the industry, Glock was the first firearm to be chambered in the ...
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| Derringer | 3/7/2004 |
Q: I was thinking on purchasing a "Texas Defender" derringer. I believe one barrel is a .410 shotgun ...
A: Mr. Eidson, I have no experience with this particular gun, but in general I am not in favor the ...
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| I know a whole lot about auto... | 3/2/2004 |
Q: I know a whole lot about auto pistols, but very little about revolvers. I know that my Glock will ...
A: Jason, First of all, let me commend you on your choice in a revolver. Although not a big revolver ...
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| Remington 700 and L1A1 (FN FAL Variant) | 2/24/2004 |
Q: Greetings sir! I had a bunch of questions regarding the Remington 700 (.308) and the L1A1 (FN FAL ...
A: Michael, First, let me say that I think that the best home defense gun for most home-owners who ...
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| Sniper Rifle/Scopes/Maximum Ranges/LE vs Mil? | 2/12/2004 |
Q: Greetings sir. I have some questions on sniper rifles. (1) What makes a rifle qualify as a "sniper ...
A: You honor me too greatly with the appellation “expert” when it comes to sniper rifles. The courses ...
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| Tokarev pistols: reliability, conversion to 9mm | 1/14/2004 |
Q: How good is the Tokarev pistol, re accuracy, reliablity? How well do 9mm conversion kits work with ...
A: I am not very impressed with the Tokarevs, and have seen a number of problems develop when the ...
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| worn out magazine springs | 1/5/2004 |
Q: I have a Heckler & Koch USP that has lately developed the habit of jamming on the last round in a ...
A: Josh, The H&K USP is an excellent gun, and I have not heard reports of problems with their spings. ...
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| The spring in the magazine | 12/28/2003 |
Q: I have a CZ-85 B 9mm, my question is more of a curiousity type. How long can a handgun magazine ...
A: Jay, Before the advent of modern metalurgy, this was a real issue. There were reported instances ...
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| Gun selection | 10/13/2003 |
Q: I'm about to shop for a new gun and I'm unsure what to get. Can you help? I now own a Ruger 357 ...
A: David, It sounds like what you want is commonly referred to as a "plinker" - something to shoot at ...
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| Rifle Accuracy (What is the most accurate rifle?) | 9/23/2003 |
Q: Good day sir. What is the most accurate rifle you know of? Is there a rifle with un-erring ...
A: Accuracy is a function of a number of things, including the inherent optimization within the design ...
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