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I doubt it. Bethoven was deaf.
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You might take a look at some of the elastic/velcro belly-band carriers. There are many on the Internet. I have two that I use often. Even in above 100 degree weather, I find them much more comfortable than a conventional belt-worn holster. I wear mine up high, between my heart and armpit. I carry the semiautomatic, (Kimber Super Carry .45acp) and two extra mags very comfortably.
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Looking for a lady vendor who sewed ammo bags
Dusty Devil Dale replied to Diamond Curly SASS#57086's topic in SASS Wire
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You don't have to be smart to get a driver's license, or to make a vehicle go down the road. Today with all of the cell phones, dash computer screens, widgets added to cars to distract drivers and thoroughly dumbed-down or substance-using population, I've learned to constantly expect the unexpected. Last year a Sheriff's deputy came around a mountain switchback on the wrong side of the center line, and ran me off the road into the brush. She at least stopped and came back. She was looking at her laptop while trying to drive. Earlier this week I had a school bus pass me at high speed (probably 50 mph), right through a signed 25mph school zone, with small kids all over the sidewalks and crosswalks. I called the school district and reported the bus number. You cannot ever let down your guard, these days, AND I wouldnt drive nowadays without a dash cam.
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why do they need a 75 member NRA board
Dusty Devil Dale replied to Irish Pat's topic in SASS Wire Saloon
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Fair enough, if you are sure that everybody reading this knows the velocity limits, etc. There could be new people out there who are as yet less informed and are still working at trying to assemble their equipment and ammo loading supplies. To them, the OP could be read as asking about .357mag bullets and loads. My comments were intended for those readers.
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Let's be clear. If we are talking about 'bullets', we are not talking about 'cases' or 'loads'. Most here are aware of the following: Any .38cal unjacketed bullets are SASS-acceptable, loaded into in either .38sp or .357mag cases. Most shooters prefer lighter bullets like 105 -130 gn, rather than deal with the greater muzzle flip of heavier projectiles. 158gn are sometimes better for heavier knockdown targets, IMO. .357 magnum loads (or other magnum loads) are illegal for SASS competition (and their energy would very likely be a splatter/ricochet hazzard and damaging to steel plate targets), although many shooters load .38 special loads into .357 mag cases.
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For a live revolver round to be in the active firing chamber, under the hammer, the hammer would either need to be fully cocked, deliberately decocked, or the round would need to be deliberately or accidentally indexed to that position at half-cock (also then decocked). It can't really happen 'inadvertently'. But the two live rounds left in non-active chambers (not under the hammer) of a revolver are misses.
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3 Arson Fires Set Early This Morning
Dusty Devil Dale replied to Yul Lose's topic in SASS Wire Saloon
Pulling crews away from the L.A. fires should make them responsible for damage or loss of life in those fires too. But better yet would be to handcuff them to brush in their own fire's path and walk away. The world really can get along pretty well without animals who commit arson. -
Not to my particular taste. For what it is worth, I do some gun and fine jewelry engraving, but none of my own guns are engraved. To me, the lines and finish beauty of a gun; particularly a historical gun or replica, are very hard to beat. It is very rare for a gun to bring a higher price because it is engraved. There are exceptions, but they are ---well---very rare. To add to the gun value, engraving must be impeccably cut, and be well- designed artwork that the owner will not get tired of looking at-- that last part is absolutely the hardest barrier to clear as an engraver. Conversely, the value and appeal of a gun can be immediately ruined by a few tiny mis-cuts, a poor design, or overdone gaudiness. Gun engraving is a fine balancing act that few ever become proficient at. So my advice is to think ten times before you jump off into the abyss and make sure your engraver is on your wavelength. Attached is one of the rare exceptions -- a '73 that I would personally love to own and shoot. It was a National Engraving Art Championship winner.
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Only with sxs. A 97 will clear them OK.
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Just WOW! thank you for sharing.
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Chorro Valley Regulators...?
Dusty Devil Dale replied to Hardpan Curmudgeon SASS #8967's topic in SASS Wire Saloon
Perhaps somebody representing CVR can post here directly and settle the rumors. My most recent (but second-hand) understanding is that CVR is temporarily relocating for six or so months and is expecting to return after the State re-contracts with a new entity to manage the State Wildlife Area that has hosted the SLOSA Range, where CVR and other clubs have operated. The State area was given to the Dept of Fish and Wildlife (then Dept of Fish and Game) with a deed covenant that it must continue to be used for shooting education and recreational shooting. -
I once saw, in person, the dining table he made from American walnut, with an incredibly precise, 3' wide American (bald eagle) Emblem in the center. V. nice!
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Even after American Antimony production is restored, don't count on prices ever coming back down measurably. Look at the propellant and primer examples.
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Recently, a fellow shooter shared this with me. It might be common knowledge that somehow missed me (often happens), but I thought I would pass it on for what it's worth, for the benefit of those, like me, who are not always in the loop. The other shooter said empty brass cases that are split can easily be sorted out by the tinkling sound they make. She said she could hear a split case in a handful, just shaking them in her hands. Being the skeptical type, I went home and tried it. But rather than shaking cases in my hand, I dropped cases individually onto a granite plate (the sink cut-out from my granite kitchen counter top that I earlier set into my workbench.) At first, I could not hear any difference. But then I remembered that to hear high pitches, I need my hearing aids. So I put them in, and HOLYCOW! The split cases do have a very distinctive, more musical ring that is easy to hear and distinguish! I had a gallon plastic jar-full of old, unknown-times-fired, .38 cases that I ran through the test. I found SIXTEEN cases that had that musical tinkle. All 16 were split!. According to my note in the jar, I had previously cleaned and visually inspected the cases. Whether "tinkle-testing" is any faster than visual testing I cannot say. It took me quite a while to go through the gallon jar. I obviously did find cases by sound that I visually had missed. But I've since learned that dropping a small handful at a time onto the granite also works, and it greatly reduces the handling time. Anyway, like I said, I am just passing it along. Perhaps it will save somebody's match someday.
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Pry the shell open and cut the abductor muscles free. Slip in a patt of butter and a bit of hot sauce or cocktail sauce. Close the shell, toss them on the grill for a couple minutes---WOW!
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My wife and I both turned 75 this past November. We are both still very active and healthy, but we've watched for many decades, the world winding down around us and time stealing those we love. My parents both passed before I was 15. My only sibling, my sister, passed six years ago. With her passing, I realized I've outsurvived my entire extended family on both parents' sides. The situation is nearly the same now for my wife (of 53 years). Her parents passed in 1999 and 2016. One brother passed last January. Her remaining brother lives nowhere near us and communicates infrequently, if at all. Neither of us has children, grandchildren, nieces nor nephews. So today, our Christmas is very quiet, with only the two of us, our cats and our llamas, and a lot of nostalgic memories of bigger gatherings and laughter. There is still laughter now, but it is muted, with only two of us in the house. Years ago, we made the decision to forego gifts to each other, and instead, to contribute to Toys for Tots or other charities. For about the past 15 years, each year, I have cut and split 5 or 6 pickup loads of oak firewood that I off-load in an empty lot at a nearby severely disadvantaged community. It all disappears in minutes, with families carrying it off like discovered treasure, in their arms or on bicycles. That helps me appreciate, every Christmas, how blessed we really are. This morning, I played Christmas carrols on the guitar, just to make things feel more Christmasy. Our Christmas feast will consist of a turkey roast and stovetop stuffing, plus this past week's pies, cookies, etc. That smell will mingle with the aroma of a Christmas tree that for two weeks has permeated our house (and made me sneeze at times). Our family today consists mostly of our cowboy shooting friends whom we greatly enjoy, value and appreciate! MERRY CHRISTMAS BLESSINGS TO ALL OF YOU !
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Watch your USPS shipments
Dusty Devil Dale replied to Ustas B. Slim 24680's topic in SASS Wire Saloon
In Summary: (From fb) https://www.facebook.com/EvanEraTV/videos/975851327320806/?mibextid=XSt9Ds -
Apparently gun cases are not good
Dusty Devil Dale replied to Buckshot Bob 's topic in SASS Wire Saloon
My guns and ammo are all carried 100% lawfully, locked in cases wherever required. I have a California CCW license, which (in Ca) covers just about anything pertaining to a "handgun". But the license also virtually guarantees that any LEO contacting me will directly ask if I have my weapon with me. I will just respond truthfully if it ever happens --but it never has happened. If they want to search my vehicle (IF I am in my own vehicle with only my family, so I know for sure what is there and don't risk surprises) I will allow them to search. It will be a work intensive and boring experience for them, as anyone who has ever looked in my vehicle would attest. My reputation is to have just about any tool or instrument that anybody asks me for somewhere in the truck or van. I don't spend time worrying about being stopped, because I generally obey speed limits, stop at stop signs/lights and drive courteously. I don't use or cary any alcohol or drugs except my personal meds. Somehow in 65+ years of driving, I've not been stopped or had a vehicle accident. I know the attorneys all say not to let an LEO search and don't say anything. I've just not had a situation like that. A number of my personal friends are LEOs and I gather from them that an ounce of friendly cooperation and respect goes a long way toward getting back on your way. Understand that when an LEO sees evidence of a firearm on a vehicle stop, they are trained that their life depends upon their awareness and control of that firearm. So antagonizing them or appearing obstinate is probably not the best way to get them and you back on your way. -
Apparently gun cases are not good
Dusty Devil Dale replied to Buckshot Bob 's topic in SASS Wire Saloon
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Watch your USPS shipments
Dusty Devil Dale replied to Ustas B. Slim 24680's topic in SASS Wire Saloon
I ordered some gun parts from Numrich in New York. They sent the order out In a soft packet with their name, Numrich Gun Parts, shown prominently in the return address. The USPS detained the package for 12 days in NY for various inspections. It was a mainspring and cocking rods for an old LC Smith sxs -- Not exactly an AR Upper receiver!