A Christian church-affiliated university in St. Paul, Minn., has suspended a student after he raised questions about the campus ban on concealed weapons, and is ordering him to have a mental health evaluation before he can resume his education.
Frack. I thought the thought policing and "psych" evals for not "being politically correct" wouldn't start en-force until after a commie was elected president... Then again, since they do run the education system, it's not really that big of a surprise.
The message of the emails he wrote was decidedly non-threatening, and only meant to raise intelligent discussion of a serious issue that every American must come to terms with.
Showing posts with label gun. Show all posts
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Thursday, October 11, 2007
Tuesday, August 14, 2007
FINALLY got to bring home my new gun!
EDIT-http://www.corruptionchronicles.com/2007/08/us_drivers_licenses_sold_to_il.html
That explains why the DMV is always crowded with NOBODY speaking English!
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After much waiting (hours) at the DMV Monday, where my wife and I appeared to be among the few native english language speakers- including the employees, on top of people being slid in front of me in line and a convenient mishap with the ID card machine breaking right after my photo (insert joke here), but somehow still spitting out everyone else's licenses, I FINALLY got my address updated so I could meet the imposed requirements at the gun shop.
I can not understand why government offices don't hire people who speak clear english for positions that must interface with citizens. An accent doesn't bother me- I'm usually pretty good at making out what someone is saying and am very patient and very appreciative of those learning english. The frustration kicks in when a person at a help-desk (of all places) does not have a fundamental grasp of the language and can not answer your questions, then blows up at you when you politely say you do not understand and ask them if they could please explain something again to make sure you understand. They have no problem talking at length to the hundred other people in spanish, but if you try to take up more than 10 seconds of their time to try in vain get a straight answer in english, the clerk snaps at you to just take the form and go (even if it is the wrong form sometimes) and everyone else glares at you.
I can not possibly begin to convey all the inconvenience, rudeness, intentional misdirection, etc. one can experience at a DMV, so if you haven't been in a while, just go and sit there a couple hours. You don't even need to take a number- why bother? They are just going to send you home for a different piece of paper only to have a different teller say that you didn't need it when you come back another day and speak to someone else. Just go and bask in the hostility. It's as if you are an unwelcome invader in your own country!
/rant
The hassles were immediately forgotten as I finally held my new "toy" aka "freedom defending implement" aka Kel-Tec PLR-16! I rushed home and immediately took it apart and put it back together (no spare parts=good) and installed the forend that had already arrived. The 40rnd mags from Cheaper Than Dirt fit like a charm. :-)
My sling came in Tuesday- now I'm just waiting for the wicked looking muzzle break/flash suppressor, which should arrive today... I'll eventually order a tactical scope (it is a "long-range" pistol after all)- I want something cheap and reliable (usually an oxymoron since you get what you pay for, but there are always good deals for the patient).
There's one more "accessory" but since it's unusual for this gun and may not even fit, I'll not talk about it until I can make sure- which may take a couple months to acquire (ie-cough up the money for) and try to make it fit... when I feel like I've got everything, I'll have to post a pic to show it off!
Can't wait to hit the range though!
That explains why the DMV is always crowded with NOBODY speaking English!
-----------
After much waiting (hours) at the DMV Monday, where my wife and I appeared to be among the few native english language speakers- including the employees, on top of people being slid in front of me in line and a convenient mishap with the ID card machine breaking right after my photo (insert joke here), but somehow still spitting out everyone else's licenses, I FINALLY got my address updated so I could meet the imposed requirements at the gun shop.
I can not understand why government offices don't hire people who speak clear english for positions that must interface with citizens. An accent doesn't bother me- I'm usually pretty good at making out what someone is saying and am very patient and very appreciative of those learning english. The frustration kicks in when a person at a help-desk (of all places) does not have a fundamental grasp of the language and can not answer your questions, then blows up at you when you politely say you do not understand and ask them if they could please explain something again to make sure you understand. They have no problem talking at length to the hundred other people in spanish, but if you try to take up more than 10 seconds of their time to try in vain get a straight answer in english, the clerk snaps at you to just take the form and go (even if it is the wrong form sometimes) and everyone else glares at you.
I can not possibly begin to convey all the inconvenience, rudeness, intentional misdirection, etc. one can experience at a DMV, so if you haven't been in a while, just go and sit there a couple hours. You don't even need to take a number- why bother? They are just going to send you home for a different piece of paper only to have a different teller say that you didn't need it when you come back another day and speak to someone else. Just go and bask in the hostility. It's as if you are an unwelcome invader in your own country!
/rant
The hassles were immediately forgotten as I finally held my new "toy" aka "freedom defending implement" aka Kel-Tec PLR-16! I rushed home and immediately took it apart and put it back together (no spare parts=good) and installed the forend that had already arrived. The 40rnd mags from Cheaper Than Dirt fit like a charm. :-)
My sling came in Tuesday- now I'm just waiting for the wicked looking muzzle break/flash suppressor, which should arrive today... I'll eventually order a tactical scope (it is a "long-range" pistol after all)- I want something cheap and reliable (usually an oxymoron since you get what you pay for, but there are always good deals for the patient).
There's one more "accessory" but since it's unusual for this gun and may not even fit, I'll not talk about it until I can make sure- which may take a couple months to acquire (ie-cough up the money for) and try to make it fit... when I feel like I've got everything, I'll have to post a pic to show it off!
Can't wait to hit the range though!
Tuesday, August 7, 2007
Adventure at the Range- or What Gun I Recommend You Buy If You Are Not A "Gun Person"
We went to the range yesterday and rented a 9mm Taurus 24/7 for an hour.
My wife had NEVER fired a handgun before then. She consistently hit the silhouette target at different ranges, managing to land many head shots and body shots, proving once and for all that the hardest thing about shooting is actually driving to the range (that and coughing up the money).
The Taurus 24/7 we rented had a 17 round capacity, was easy to point and shoot, was accurate enough to make head shots, and more than good enough for standard torso shots where the average shooter will be aiming. The downside to me was a slightly heavier trigger pull than what I would desire for accurate target shooting- that you either over or under-compensate for... but that wouldn't stop you from hitting what you are aimed at and actually makes this a great defensive weapon (more to follow)!
What makes this a good gun for new or non-gun people?
The slide is very easy to pull. If you want to fire your gun you do not want to struggle with the slide.
The "heavier" trigger pull- If you are not a "gun person," and even if you are, this is actually a GOOD thing for defense when your pulse is racing and you are revved up (if not nailing the head of a pin at 30 ft without a scope). It means you have to make a conscious effort to pull the trigger. You do not want a hair trigger that will discharge the weapon the moment you put your finger on it under stressful conditions- something I had to keep reminding my wife not to do until she was ABSOLUTELY ready to shoot.
Let me say that again, do not put your finger on the trigger of any gun until you are absolutely ready to shoot!
The high capacity magazine means more time shooting, less time reloading.
Much of the Taurus line comes with a great and potentially life saving feature that will convert the gun from single action to double action in the event of a "fail to fire" and will clear the chamber by you just pulling the trigger. This means if you are shooting your weapon (for whatever reason) and it stops shooting you can just pull the trigger again and it should discharge the weapon (unless of course you are out of ammo, then pulling the trigger will leave you with only a sad little "click" noise). ;-P
The slit rubber blade grip ensures the gun fits and stays in your hand (well unless you purposefully let go).
At around $400 it is definitely a good buy for a solid gun. You don't have to take my word for it- just look up other reviews or head to the range and rent one!
Remember to keep your weapon pointed down range or a safe direction and unload it when walking to and from the range.
Some people argue for a revolver as a first gun or as a carry weapon, and I won't argue with their logic, but for those who want a semi-auto that is affordable and reliable 24/7, a Taurus 24/7 is a very good choice. I'm looking forward to the release of the 24/7 OSS in the near future.
Again, everyone should read Armed Response by David Kenik.
My wife had NEVER fired a handgun before then. She consistently hit the silhouette target at different ranges, managing to land many head shots and body shots, proving once and for all that the hardest thing about shooting is actually driving to the range (that and coughing up the money).
The Taurus 24/7 we rented had a 17 round capacity, was easy to point and shoot, was accurate enough to make head shots, and more than good enough for standard torso shots where the average shooter will be aiming. The downside to me was a slightly heavier trigger pull than what I would desire for accurate target shooting- that you either over or under-compensate for... but that wouldn't stop you from hitting what you are aimed at and actually makes this a great defensive weapon (more to follow)!
What makes this a good gun for new or non-gun people?
The slide is very easy to pull. If you want to fire your gun you do not want to struggle with the slide.
The "heavier" trigger pull- If you are not a "gun person," and even if you are, this is actually a GOOD thing for defense when your pulse is racing and you are revved up (if not nailing the head of a pin at 30 ft without a scope). It means you have to make a conscious effort to pull the trigger. You do not want a hair trigger that will discharge the weapon the moment you put your finger on it under stressful conditions- something I had to keep reminding my wife not to do until she was ABSOLUTELY ready to shoot.
Let me say that again, do not put your finger on the trigger of any gun until you are absolutely ready to shoot!
The high capacity magazine means more time shooting, less time reloading.
Much of the Taurus line comes with a great and potentially life saving feature that will convert the gun from single action to double action in the event of a "fail to fire" and will clear the chamber by you just pulling the trigger. This means if you are shooting your weapon (for whatever reason) and it stops shooting you can just pull the trigger again and it should discharge the weapon (unless of course you are out of ammo, then pulling the trigger will leave you with only a sad little "click" noise). ;-P
The slit rubber blade grip ensures the gun fits and stays in your hand (well unless you purposefully let go).
At around $400 it is definitely a good buy for a solid gun. You don't have to take my word for it- just look up other reviews or head to the range and rent one!
Remember to keep your weapon pointed down range or a safe direction and unload it when walking to and from the range.
Some people argue for a revolver as a first gun or as a carry weapon, and I won't argue with their logic, but for those who want a semi-auto that is affordable and reliable 24/7, a Taurus 24/7 is a very good choice. I'm looking forward to the release of the 24/7 OSS in the near future.
Again, everyone should read Armed Response by David Kenik.
Friday, August 3, 2007
My New Freedom Defending Implement
Not as cool as a terrorist hunting robot, but a lot more affordable!
After reading many reviews, and considering many options, I have just ordered what I consider to be a wonderful, versatile, and affordable addition to the family.
http://www.kel-tec.com/plr16.html
It is light, accurate, and combines the tried and true elements of the AR-15 with the compact nature of a handgun... I can't wait to outfit and customize it, much less slap in one of the new 40 round mags that just arrived. Yes, a 40 round mag in a handgun that can fire standard NATO (though I'll stick with cheaper .223 for plinking)! WOOOHOOO!
Looking forward to posting my own reviews....
You can find this gun and many others way cheaper than MSRP on http://www.gunsamerica.com/
Head to http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/ for goodies
Get out there and exercise your constitutional rights!
---------EDIT: To answer anon. as to what I like about it:
accuracy, light-weight, compatibility with high-cap magazines, able to fire higher power and wide range of .223 and NATO rounds. I've read reviews by people who shoot 1in groupings at 100 yards... not bad! It's got a lifetime warranty too.
I see it as a nice bridge where a handgun would not be enough (both in range and capacity), and a rifle too big and bulky. It is in short, a nice, affordable tactical load.
Sure, it's a bit big for a handgun, but then again, who doesn't have a friend with an oversized revolver somewhere in their collection? Difference is, I won't be reloading every few shots, and mine looks like a ray gun. :-P
Speaking of revolvers, next on the wishlist is the Taurus Judge a powerful little holdout revolver that can shoot .45 AND .410 shotgun shells. Over the top? NAAAAH. not for me. :) Nice demo on the Taurus site btw. Kabloooy goes the target.
After reading many reviews, and considering many options, I have just ordered what I consider to be a wonderful, versatile, and affordable addition to the family.
http://www.kel-tec.com/plr16.html
It is light, accurate, and combines the tried and true elements of the AR-15 with the compact nature of a handgun... I can't wait to outfit and customize it, much less slap in one of the new 40 round mags that just arrived. Yes, a 40 round mag in a handgun that can fire standard NATO (though I'll stick with cheaper .223 for plinking)! WOOOHOOO!
Looking forward to posting my own reviews....
You can find this gun and many others way cheaper than MSRP on http://www.gunsamerica.com/
Head to http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/ for goodies
Get out there and exercise your constitutional rights!
---------EDIT: To answer anon. as to what I like about it:
accuracy, light-weight, compatibility with high-cap magazines, able to fire higher power and wide range of .223 and NATO rounds. I've read reviews by people who shoot 1in groupings at 100 yards... not bad! It's got a lifetime warranty too.
I see it as a nice bridge where a handgun would not be enough (both in range and capacity), and a rifle too big and bulky. It is in short, a nice, affordable tactical load.
Sure, it's a bit big for a handgun, but then again, who doesn't have a friend with an oversized revolver somewhere in their collection? Difference is, I won't be reloading every few shots, and mine looks like a ray gun. :-P
Speaking of revolvers, next on the wishlist is the Taurus Judge a powerful little holdout revolver that can shoot .45 AND .410 shotgun shells. Over the top? NAAAAH. not for me. :) Nice demo on the Taurus site btw. Kabloooy goes the target.
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