New Trio

New trio of guns recently purchased. Glock 17 fail zero, Glock 19, and Smith bodyguard 38.

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Shot Show Toys

Out of all the new toys at shot, I must say im a bit intrigued with the Ruger LC9. This of course a 9mm version of the wildly successful LCR. They supposedly started shipping the first of this month.

I previously wanted to get a Smith Boduguard revolver for a pocket pistol, but this new Ruger may have me reconsider that. Id like to handle one before I'm completely sold on it.

Daley won't say if 80-year-old will be charged under gun ban.

Mayor Richard Daley refused to say today whether an 80-year-old Army veteran who shot and killed an intruder will be charged under the city's handgun ban.

Asked about the possibility of charges, the mayor ended a news conference he had called about summer curfew in the city.

"I don't know. Thank you very much," Daley said and stepped away from the microphone.

Before walking away, Daley acknowledged people's frustration over the issue of gun control but insisted "I don't think the answer is guns."

The homeowner was asleep with his 83-year-old wife and 12-year-old great-grandson when Anthony Nelson -- a parolee with a record of drug and gun arrests -- tried breaking into their East Garfield Park home, police say.

Nelson died from a gunshot wound to the chest, according to the Cook County medical examiner's office, which said Nelson died in a homicide--the death of a person at the hands of another person.

The homeowner told investigators that Nelson fired twice before he fired back. The homeowner had bought the gun after being robbed in his home last fall, according to relatives. Police questioned the man for several hours and released him without filing charges, though officials say the investigation is continuing.

The Cook County state's attorney's office has said it has not been contacted regarding pressing charges against the homeowner, but police would be able to charge the homeowner with a misdemeanor crime--such as a violation of city ordinance--without approval from the state's attorney's office.

The man has been hailed as a hero by his family and neighbors, but Daley cautioned that "guns is not the answer to the problems that we see in a home, in the streets of America. It's as simple as that.

"I think everybody understands the frustration that people have in regards to guns, and that's an instance, and I think we understand that," Daley said. "But again, the access to guns in America, the access today is higher today than at any period of time in America."

Police today would say nothing more than that two guns were found at the scene of the home invasion, and that the homeowner has not been charged, but that the investigation is continuing.

-- John Byrne, Liam Ford


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The Whole AR Gas Piston Hype

1. Does a gas piston AR run cooler than a direct-impingement AR?

First, it depends on what gas piston we are talking about. There are currently a lot of different designs out there and they are not all equal. Some of them are worse than the DI systems they are trying to replace.

Second, it depends on what part of the AR you measure. The bolt can be cooler on a piston AR (and the handguards/gas block will be hotter); but I haven't yet seen any evidence that it makes a difference. Some have claimed that running the bolt cooler improves bolt life and cam pin life; but it seems to me that more modern manufacturing techniques, proprietary bolt designs, and different loading has more to do with differences in bolt life than the temperature. As evidence of this, DI AR15s like the Knights SR15 that use a proprietary improved bolt and barrel extension seem to last longer as well.

2. Does a gas piston AR have a cleaner upper receiver than a DI AR?

Absolutely. The less clear question is "Does it make any functional difference?". I believe Pat Rogers just had a Bravo Company Midlength (DI AR) go 28,905 rounds in training classes with no cleaning at all. It did require some parts replacement as parts wore out; but all they did other than that is add more lube periodically.

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My Second AR Build.

It's a slow process! I need to get a lower parts kit installed. Stay tuned for my next update.

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New Smith & Wesson Sigma!

This is Smith's new budget priced self defense pistol.

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FN FNP-45

Got to check out this beast yesterday, this is the tactical version.

It comes with three 15 round mags, threaded barrel, interchangeable back straps, raised sights for suppresor, and removable plate for mounting a red dot. It also comes with a very nice Eagle brand nylon case.

My dealer had them marked at just over $1000.

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My AR15

BCM milspec bolt. Shot peened & MP tested, extra strength extractor spring.

Properly staked gas key

H2 weight buffer

Daniel Defense sling mount

Troy sling

Troy MRF-DI rail

Magpul MBUS sights

Magpul enhanced trigger guard

Magpul B.A.D. lever

Magpul MOE stock

Magpul XT rail panels

Magpul Pmags

ERGO brand pistol grip

Tango Down foregrip

VikingTactics light mount

Surefire G2

Aimpoint CompM2 RDO

ADM Aimpoint mount

BCM Gunfighter charging handle

4150 steel barrel

True 5.56 chamber

Chrome lined barrel & chamber

Magpul enhanced butt pad

Lights & Lasers Magpul Dynamics

Concealment Draws Magpul Dynamics

FN FNP-9

Just purchased a new FNP-9. This weapon is a sleeper gun no doubt. It reminds me very much of a Sig. The USG model which I have features a de-cocker/manual safety. This weapon can also be carried cocked and locked.

I found the weapon to be vary light recoiling, very accurate, and so far its reliable. That being said I haven't put a ton of rounds through it. The weapon also features interchangeable back straps, a half cocked hammer safety, and a firing pin block.

The weapon only cost me $459 out the door. The fact that it comes with 3 mags makes it an even better value. There is a new model called the FNX coming out. This may explain the low price. So far its a keeper.

Magpul B.A.D. Lever

Just installed the magpul battery assist device. It works very well. If you train with this device I guarantee you will install it on every rifle you own.

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New G17RTF2

I just purchased a new RTF Glock 17. So far I like the pistol very much. Other than the new slide serrations and stippling... It's a Glock.

Contrary to what some people say, the new grip surface didn't tear my skin under recoil. This may be an issue with the hotter 40 caliber rounder, but with the 9mm I had no issues, even when running +p defensive ammo.

I carried this gun concealed in an IWB holster all day long. It didn't rip up my love handles at all, another complaint I've heard people talk about. Now as far as ripping up shirts, I'd have to wear the same shirt daily to see if the new stippling affects the fabric. Time will tell I suppose.

In closing, I'm very pleased with the increased traction of the RTF2 model 17. I'll probably add the new 4th generation 17 to my collection at some point. That, or hold out for the 4th gen Glock 19.

I put 50 rounds through the gun today, and my very first shot was a bulls eye at 21 ft. Guess it's pretty accurate when the fat guy behind the trigger does his part. :)


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Wal*Mart Has Ammo!

Finally I score...

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