M2

Well, I picked this Yugo SKS up today, it was 922©-complaint as it has the TAPCO compliance kit on it. I know some folks are anti-"bubba;" but it was a decent deal and if I don't like it I can sell it for minimal loss. And yes, it is a cheap-o Chinese scope from Ultimate Arms Gear; but I am not looking for sniper-distance accuracy here. The bummer is that I was just at the range on Friday, and shoot all the guns that I hadn't shot yet. Now, just a few days later, I am back in that boat again, needing to get back to the range to shoot a new (to me) gun! Cheers! M2

Errr...maybe not!

Yep, one of the best! I also look at several others, to include the State Department's INFOCENTRAL (I think you need a .GOV or .MIL for it) and a myriad of other crisis watchgroups that offer subscription services. But STRATFOR is pretty much the best open source analysis I have found for current events. It is better than some of the classified stuff I get! Cheers! M2

OK, how about being a little more specific as to your condition and the medication(s) you are on... I am no doctor, but it is easy to Google and find out that Somnambulism (Sleep Walking) has a number of genetic, environmental, physiologic and associated medical conditions tied to its cause. A vague question--especially concerning a medical condition--will only get you vague answers and rampant speculation.

Check USAA as well, especially if you already have coverage on other vehicles through them. They are competitive, I have them for both of my bikes...

Well, got to shoot both the Webley and the Nagant this morning. First and foremost, neither exploded in my face so I was happy about that! Secondly, both shot pretty well, considering the age and designs. I was surprised at how low the recoil was on the Webley, it is a big, slow round and shoots accordingly. About the only thing I am pissed off about was that I popped it open too fast and brass went flying. I was able to find all but one of them, but I kick myself for have such low SA when I opened it. The Nagant's recoil is even lighter, like a .38 but it wasn't as accurate as the Webley. All the 7.62x38R casings came out without a hitch, pretty much falling out of the cylinder as I rotated to clear it. What was a disappointment was the Kel-Tec P3AT I bought, that damn thing couldn't hit the broad side of a bard at 7 yards! I let my bud shoot it and he had the same result. I don't know why it is such a lousy shooter, maybe I need to bench shoot it to get a better idea of where it really shoots; but for a BUG it is almost useless other than scaring the BG. Most likely it won't be in my possession too much longer, I could sell it for a profit since I got it pretty cheap. Cheers! M2

Rumor was his wife is related to a SecDef. It is about the only way this douchebag could ever achieve four-star rank. Hell, under normal circumstances he shouldn't have made it past Lt Col...

Then two of my prayers would be answered! Cheers! M2

That's what I was paying when I was stocking up on the 100-round boxes of WWB, but I haven't seen any at WalMart for months. Glad to hear it is coming back... I might go shoot the Webley and Nagant Friday morning, I will let y'all know how it goes if I do. Cheers! M2

According to CNN, Fehrenbach's "board" met yesterday to determine his fate. Any word on the results?

Kick ass!

Google "Defensive Egg," it is the gold standard of BFM... Speaking of which, is anyone still making the t-shirts? Cheers! M2

Hell T-bonez, you've got me concerned about 922r! From what I've been reading here both the detachable magazine and pistol grip may be violations! I guess having it noted on the bill of sale that the seller believes the weapon to be 922r compliant won't cover my ass, I may have to get an ATF determination. I thought with all the US-made TAPCO parts on it, it would be complaint. Oh, and no bayonet or original furniture as far as I know, he would've mentioned it if either was included. I am not too worried about maintaining the C&R status, I just want to stay legal and out of the sights of the ATF. I need a beer...

Cragspider pretty much answered it, and if I may add Texas Castle Doctrine--which went into effect on 1 September 2007--allows anyone who is eligible to conceal carry in their home, vehicle or business without a license (or any route directly between those places, so you can carry from your house to your car and back). The old "traveling" requirement, a source of a lot of confusion and interpretation, no longer applies. As long as a person is eligible (basically a non-felon and someone who is not in the act of breaking the law). Just remember that if asked for ID from any LEO while carrying you must produce your conceal carry license with your other photo ID. This is not a requirement if you are unarmed. Now, the biggest unanswered question is what an unlicensed person who is legally conceal carrying in their vehicle should do, I would recommend informing the police officer that you have a concealed weapon in that case; but I don't know what the law states as it does not apply to yours truly. Welcome to Texas (even though it is Del Rio), a very gun-friendly state! And let me know if you need any information on San Antonio, as you will likely make a few trips here during your stay in Del Rio! Cheers! M2

OK, need some inputs here. Got this deal lined up...a Yugo SKS with a 30rd magazine, a "sporting scope," what looks like a Tapco stock and a plastic case for $300... I don't know how many rounds have been through it, and I've not yet seen it in person (just this pic). The guy is including the original bolt cover (without weaver rail), and the plus side is that it eats 7.62x39, which I have a few rounds stashed away. The downside is....hell, I can't think of a downside other than possibly paying too much for it! I've always wanted a bubba SKS, and prefer the "evil black commie rifle" look (it'll match my Yugo M70AB2 quite nicely); but I know SKS used to go for $150-200 pre-Obama paranoia. Checking out GunBroker.com, it seems like a good price. So, anyone SKS experts out there willing to give an opinion? Cheers! M2 p.s. I should add I am not a huge fan of the Dragunov-style stocks, but I know some people prefer them over the Tapco types as this one has.

Well, I guess that confirms the Army's standards; there is a 2LT Adam Lucero in the Alaska Army National Guard 207th Infantry Group according to AKO... Anyone know if there are any aviation units assigned to the 207th?

Now I know you are full of shit! No one who is denied reenlistment would be allowed to be commissioned. And, just to confirm, there is no 'Adam Lucero' listed in the AF White Pages. Welcome to your first warning, your posts will be moderated indefinitely from this point forward until you quit posting bullshit like this, or you are banned. Your future is up to you...

I strongly suspect so, as from what I have heard he is exactly the kind of self-centered assclown who Googles his name and signs up to a forum to claim his righteousness despite the overwhelming evidence against him. And that response (his first post) seems overly canned, like he's used it numerous times before. But, being the fair and balanced individual I am, I will give "AV8TR" a chance to provide some substantial information to back up his claims (FMC rates to 20%? It will have been documented); otherwise, his days on here will be very numbered...

Still haven't shot it, but I snagged another four boxes of Webley .455 this afternoon after we were visiting Gruene (Cabela's in Buda is about a half hour north of there). There was no specific limitation on ammo, just a sign stating that the store had a right to do so. I had the wife with me just in case they had their two-box limit going, and she wasn't needed. Now I need to get out and shoot the freaking thing! Cheers! M2

Question. Has vehicle theft on Ramstein gotten so bad that this has become an issue? We were stationed there for four years (it remains my favorite assignment) and I don't recall ever hearing about a car being stolen on base (or offbase for that matter, as far as I can remember). I can understand these kind of actions to address a problem, but if there is no problem then what is the point? Has ever other critical issue on the list been addressed and everything running so smoothly that the ABW/CC can now focus on the unimportant shit? Wow, that's impressive! Cheers! M2

WTF, is Doc back? Combat Car?

Same here, but the doors are locked...in the garage! The windows are rolled down though! So, fess up, what base is this bullshit happening at? Cheers! M2

Y'mean this one?

Couldn't have said it better myself! And her stupidity is further apparant by her not realizing that General Walsh was being respectful toward her (but probably only out of an obligation to do so). Inasmuch as I hate the media (today's sensationalized story about Continental Flt 61 is a great example), I am grateful when it makes the public aware of the idiots we elect to represent us! I would guess she is used to being called much worse things... Cheers! M2

Just a friendly reminder to watch the discussion topics in this thread, and don't even go anywhere near violating any of the OPSEC ROE... Cheers! M2