The Indian army recovered 40+ weapons and a whole pile of ammunition a few days back in a place most of you have never heard of. It doesn’t really matter. Just look at that artistic layout. Our cops are really behind the times with their “toss it on the table” photo ops. . .
A clerk at a Seattle convenience store was ringing up a customer when two men entered the store wearing masks. One approached the counter and demanded money, pulling a gun. The clerk thought the gun “didn’t look real,” so he told the guy, “I have a bigger one than you do.” When he turned to reach for his own gun, the robbers took off out the door, hopped in their vehicle, and hauled ass. Many people would say the clerk acted stupidly, but he kept the money in the register, and doesn’t have any new holes, so I figure it worked out alright.
Our friends over at Wonkette waved the bloody shirt a little bit just after Christmas, recounting the stories of a couple-three accidental shootings that have been covered here and elsewhere. But the interesting part to me was the story contained a photo of “Dad with his new gun” from Christmas morning, and the author opined that “We don’t really begrudge Dad his rifle up there — looks like an actual hunter, at least.” I know for a fact that myself, Nick, and Dan have all hunted, and none of us looks like the guy in that photo. So my question is, what does an “actual hunter” look like?
Following the recent appeals court ruling that the University of North Florida cannot prohibit the storage of firearms in vehicles on campus, the rest of the schools in the state seem to be falling in line like dominoes. USF and FSU have already formally rewritten their policies, and though UF hasn’t said anything publicly, their language was identical to FSU’s, so it’s likely only a matter of time. It’s a small step, but it’s a step forward.
Apparently there’s some confusion about the new gun laws in California, and when the different measures take effect. The one causing the most confusion seems to be the law that bans lead ammunition for hunting, which doesn’t take effect until 2019. A ban on the sale of magazines holding greater than 10 rounds passed and took effect on January 1, but an accompanying bill banning the possession of those same bills did not pass, so owning them is still legal. Magazine conversion kits, a popular workaround for the mag limits, are also banned as of the first of January. Don’t you just love “insta-criminal” laws? Can anyone name another consumer item for which you have to be continuously aware of its legality for potentially years after you purchase it?
The boys over at Moss Pawn & Gun are here with their latest Gun Gripe videos, and this one is about dry firing. When it’s OK, when it’s not OK, when to ask permission… It’s a little on the long side for what I normally post here, but it seems to have some good information. Got anything they didn’t cover?
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Once again.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6wXkI4t7nuc
Nick,
Thanks for making me feel vindicated. I am SBRing a Glock 17 on a Mako Group KPOS platform and was worried I should have gone with the Hera Triari. Glad I didn’t.
Ever use Fusil magazines?
Should we tell the folks at wonkette that the older fella is holding a pellet gun?
Nah….
How would different twist rates affect the diff weighted rounds over different length barrels?
Too late for this chap.
“… advised puking and wetting your pants…”
For some reason, this brought to mind some parody “You know you’re getting old when …” article, one of which was, “You know you’re getting old when throwing up isn’t as much fun as it used to be.”
But at my age, I’d probably already have peed my pants. =:-O
If he gave out a summons and didn’t arrest him, them what is the point? The law is meant for “safety”, right? Oh, I forgot, he broke the LAW and must be punished no matter what to prove a point. Then make gun owners even more afraid of owning guns while criminals took up with whatever they want.
The summons actions they do in the Northeast are idiotic. If they are not dangerous enough to arrest on the spot, then why waste a judges time? One word why, revenue.
Wonder if there will be more than 3% next time.
Yes New York. You can keep your Satanist Church too and put up Satan’s statue in bloomberg’s backyard.
Solving the epidemic of violence that plagues the city of Chicago and directly affects the lives of thousands of residents is vital. The solution may seem distant, the options on the table may be unconstitutional, and people’s opinions will definitely differ. A great city like Chicago will succeed in quelling the violence and building a better future for our community through a variety of investment from communities across the great state of Illinois.
Increased taxation and fees on gun ownership is a necessity to help realistically and economically support the government and local agencies in the fight for a better tomorrow. Gun sales should always be legal, plain and simple; however the cost of ownership for a gun may have a surcharge that is used to mitigate the negative effects and create awareness towards gun control and safety. Truthfully, there is a lot of money on the table, and those that want to fight it should look at the reality:
“There are 1.4 million FOID card holders in Illinois. In Illinois, anyone who owns a firearm or ammunition is required to have a FOID card, which costs $10 and lasts 10 years.”*1
For reference, please note that the taxes on a pack of cigarettes are now $7.17 per pack. So, essentially it seems realistic that the residents of Chicago would be willing to do a little on the taxation end. Recommend a major tax, NO, but a realistic tax, YES. A potential substitute to a tax may also be a charitable donation of equal or greater amount to a handful of government approved programs.
Through increased funding, the city of Chicago, should continue and expand upon successful programs like increased foot patrols. This is a successful endeavor and is the beginning of the correct type of police involvement. The goal of the city should be to foster a partnership and sense of security between the community, its members, and the officials paid to protect and serve the residents of the area.
Increased police presence in community events will continue to yield stronger and more committed neighborhoods. The police should continue their path of becoming more part of the community via local events in a manner that creates a sense of collaboration and professionalism. The goal is to make the police appear as part of the community and committed to the mutual success of the area. Community events should transpire beyond just “take-back events” and transcend into schools, churches and all avenues where police presence is common-place, professional, and empowering to community members.
Increase camera surveillance on high crime locations. Though many within the community may not want to see cameras on every corner light pole, it is not to say that in certain isolated areas this is a great tool in preventing and solving crimes. It would appear that this is a great crime-deterrent and would be embraced by residents of impacted neighborhoods.
Increase private and public funding of after school programs within the hardest affected communities. The long term success is dictated by the youth and their desire to succeed and not succumb to negative influence. This requires additional funding to promote children wanting to make meaning of their lives and requires the collaboration of all elements private and public, small and large businesses, government agencies, and local and non-local organizations. The more done on this front, whether it is a local mechanic that offers time to teach his/her trade to the youth or a worldwide sports apparel company donating uniforms and equipment similar to those worn by the professionals will make positive impacts. People from all over will help, but it requires the media, politicians, and community members to focus on solutions and positive impact stories.
There are many other activities that may be done with time, and as communities regain traction the benefits are overwhelming. Short term impacts will be subtle reductions in crime rates, but with continued vigilance, execution, and commitment continuous decline will occur. With a decrease in crime, the economic impact will require less public assistance and gain more private investments. Long and short the city of Chicago is doing many of the correct actions to fight the surge in crime and with a continued focus on positive solutions and not extreme ideas the City’s embattled communities will thrive.
Related Articles and Links:
The city is moving in the right direction with increased foot patrols:
http://articles.chicagotribune.com/2013-09-11/news/ct-met-emanuel-mccarthy-fighting-crime-20130911_1_foot-patrols-chicago-police-department-fop-president-michael-shields
Chicago police organize take-back events at parks after shootings:
http://articles.chicagotribune.com/2013-10-03/news/ct-met-violence-in-parks-20131004_1_chicago-police-shootings-parks
Understanding Community Policing:
https://www.ncjrs.gov/pdffiles/commp.pdf
Referenced article:
*1 http://www.pantagraph.com/news/state-and-regional/illinois/by-the-numbers-who-owns-guns-in-illinois/article_71373c50-43e9-11e2-b5f9-0019bb2963f4.htm
I’ve tried the Molon Labe Industries 25-rd mag for my SCAR 17S and it sucks big time. The first time, it felt like the mag lip was very flimsy. I had only put in 5 rounds and I thought the mag was going to expand and bend the metal. So, I told the company about it. They told me to send back the two that I ordered…and they sent me three back. I tested them again about two weeks ago, and, this time, with their speedloader. The last round just does not want to cycle through and get loaded in the chamber despite my several attempts at charging the charging handle. This happened to all three mags. Now, I’m not sure on whether I should return it to get my money back.
And what, precisely, would that “good faith compromise” look like and consist of??
This strikes me as a throw-away line, nothing of genuine substance. It is always easy to denounce one’s idealogical opponents as bad-faith ghouls.
The reality is that anti-gunners hold to their points of view as passionately as we hold to ours. They are sincere about their beliefs. They are convinced they are right.
As are we.
So, demonizing one’s opponents does nothing for anybody other than making “our side” feel better about itself. “Hooray for our side!”
That’s about fifteen minutes of fun at the gun range, in my book.
: )
This is disgusting
“If we thought the antigun side of the debate were interested in good-faith compromise, we’d be all for it.”
If we thought for a second they werent completely full of shit to begin with… 🙂
No.
Yes, I realize folks are happy about the good developments of Heller ,and how some states have loosened concealed carry.
But while we’re patting ourselves on the back for having beat back the gun grabbers post Newtown push for regulation in Colorado, Minnesota , and elsewhere-MILLIONS of grade school, middle school, and high school students are being “educated” to hate individual rights, and to trust Authortity at all times.Once these kids get the right to vote, our behinds will be in a sling.
No, we are not winning.Not until the NRA are teaching the next generation to trust themselves and the Constitution.
I would be tempted to reply back that:
‘I don’t not possess and “Assault Weapon”. As defined, an Assault Weapon must have a select fire option, of which my modern sporting rifle does not possess. Please direct any further questions to my attorney’
Fifth option is to ignore the 1st four options on the letter and do nothing.
Knock, knock. Oink, oink. Bang, bang. Dead Bacon.
The R-51 will be difficult to find for some time, as it will probably sell as soon as it hits your local display cases, if not before. Whether you like the Euro-styling or not, it’s a Remington, has plenty of options available, such as a laser and wood grips, and the MSRP is thought to be $389. Doubt that it will go lower, and in some locales it will be higher. It’s low-capacity and SA, so it’s hot and always ready to go, plus it has a back-strap safety. Once I figure out where I can prepay, I plan to get in line.