So, it is the first full day of Shot Show 2012 and I have seen little that is truly exciting. So far, gunblast.com has the best pics @ GUNBLAST SHOTSHOW 2012. I am actually having a hard time finding out what is new. Are they clamping down on photos this year?
Here, so far, is my favorite new pic/item - a skull pattern stock - and from Weatherby! Yeah, I know, strictly aesthetic but definitely on the "I haven't seen that before" list!
Mossberg has a drum fed shotgun, and Hazard4 has some neat new sling bags. Hopefully there is more to come (it is only the first full day of SHOT).
Hi guys,
You might have noticed that this site (and my others) were blacked out (unavailable) from 8am - 4pm. My apologies to those trying to access it the site.
I believe that the First & Second Amendment go hand and hand (that is why Madison put them together at the top). If one is compromised then the other is not far behind.
With government controlled censorship there is little that we can do to predict or stop it. This site could simply disappear because the topic of "firearms" is deemed inappropriate (hence the sample blackout today).
This bill has a lot of big $$$ backers behind it and we need to contact our legislators to stop it.
Thank you...
and now back to firearms!
WA HB1508 - Range Protection Bill needs our help!
Written by reg mathusz
This is an important issue. I personally know of (2) ranges that have been involved with litigation in an attempt to shut them down.
| Washington Shooting Range Protection Bill Needs Your Help! |
| Friday, January 13, 2012 |
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Please contact members of the House Judiciary Committee TODAY! Yesterday, House Bill 1508, a vital shooting range protection bill, introduced by state Representatives Dean Takko (D-19), Tim Probst (D-17), and Kevin Van De Wege (D-24), was heard in the House Judiciary Committee. Due to the short legislative session, this bill needs to be voted on soon, if it is going to pass this year. Shooting ranges are critical to competitive and recreational shooters, hunters, law enforcement, and for individuals who just want to practice for self-defense. Shooting ranges should be both accessible and affordable for everyone. However, expanding populations are encroaching on shooting ranges and threatening their existence. Forty-eight states have recognized the importance of protecting shooting ranges and have passed similar legislation. Hawaii and Washington are the only two states without a range protection law. Furthermore, there are currently several shooting ranges in Washington that are facing legal battles and burdensome regulations, which if not addressed, could result in their closure. House Bill 1508 is narrowly focused on noise issues and would do the following:
Please contact your state Representative today and respectfully urge him or her to support House Bill 1508. You can reach your state Representative at the toll-free legislative hotline by dialing (800) 562-6000. To determine who is your state Representative, please click here. If your state Representative is a member of the House Judiciary Committee and his or her “Yes” vote will be instrumental in ensuring the passage of this bill. Please call AND e-mail your state Representative TODAY and respectfully urge him or her to support HB 1508. You can also leave your state Representative a short message on the toll-free, legislative hotline, by dialing (800) 562-6000. Contact information for the House Judiciary Committee is also provided below: Representative Jamie Pedersen, Chairman (D-43) Representative Roger E. Goodman, Vice Chairman (D-45) Representative Bruce Chandler (R-15) Representative Deborah H. Eddy (D-48) Representative Drew Hansen (D-23) Representative Steve Kirby (D-29) Representative Brad Klippert (R-8) Representative Terry Nealey (R-16) Representative Tina Orwall (D-33) Representative Ann Rivers (R-18) Representative Mary Helen Roberts (D-21) Representative Jay Rodne (R-5) Representative Matt Shea (R-4) |
Modern example of gun registration leading to confiscation
Written by reg mathuszIt is pretty commonly believed by gun rights supporters that the problem of gun registration that it will lead to confiscation (a la Hitler).
Well, it seems that in Canada that is what they have done to a specific rifle that is a .22 modeled to look like an AK. The confiscation without compensation seems to be based solely on the fact it looks like an AK.
And yet the anti-gun folks say that confiscation is not the goal..
Article: Canada raids and confiscates legally registered rifle
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When Bill C-68, the gun registry bill, was being debated, opponents said registration of firearms would lead to their eventual confiscation.
Now that is happening.
Just before Christmas, owners of certain firearms were informed by letter that their rifles had been reclassified as prohibited weapons in Canada and they must be turned over to police officials.
Failure to comply would mean the weapons would be taken by force and the owners thrown in jail. The reason for the change: The rifle looks scary.
The Armi Jager AP-80 is a .22-calibre rimfire rifle that looks like the AK-47, the Soviet-era military rifle. The fact is the AP-80 doesn’t work like the AK-47, fires a vastly smaller round than the AK-47 and has no parts that are interchangeable with the AK-47.
This change appears to be based on looks.
The decision comes from the RCMP-run Canadian Firearms Centre. Bureaucrats at the centre made the decision to change the rifle’s classification from non-restricted to prohibited without any input from Parliament. A court upheld the decision, but the problem truly is that bureaucrats have been delegated this authority at all.
Hundreds of Canadians who followed the law and registered their legally purchased firearms with the gun registry are now seeing those very same rifles taken away by government order.
It seems odd this would happen just ahead of the gun registry’s demise. But lawyer Ed Burlew, who has represented many people in cases involving the registry, said on my show Byline that police forces across the country appear to be stepping up their raids on the homes of gun owners before they lose access to the registry.
Firearms that are reclassified and seized, like the AP-80, are surrendered without any compensation. When the government takes your personal property, don’t you think it should at least pay you for it?
There is also a problem with allowing the police to decide what is allowed and what is banned while they themselves are enforcing the laws.
We elect politicians to make law and it’s the role of police and judges to enforce the law. This system has it all messed up.
Would we allow this when it comes to traffic violations and let police forces set and change speed limits?
No.
Would we allow the police to decide which substances are considered narcotics and which ones Canadians are legally allowed to consume?
No, and if anyone tried you can bet the media would be up in arms over this.
“Harper government takes hard line against soft drugs,” would scream the headlines.
Where is the outrage over the government allowing police to confiscate private property? It doesn’t exist.
Instead they are chasing a story about a foreign lesbian couple who got married in Canada and are now complaining they can’t get divorced because they do not live here.
Public Safety Minister Vic Toews was asked about this gun registry mess on Sun News Network and defended the current situation.
“It is not a decision that I make as a politician, it’s something that the police and classification experts make,” Toews said.
I’m guessing people who backed the Conservatives over their promise to scrap the gun registry would have problems with this.
It’s time for Toews and the rest of the Harper government to wake up and fix this mess.
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Elle Magazine article: 'Should I buy a Gun' from a non-owner a suprisingly good read
Written by reg mathuszElle Magazine Article: After falling victim to a string of traumatic crimes, Amanda Fortini considers a controversial means of protection
This is an article by a lady who was a non-firearm owner who had never held or fired a pistol before. It is really well-written which is a pleasant surprise. Kudos to the author and Elle.
If you are wondering why I was reading Elle Magazine Online it is because the article was "recommended" by my local newspaper website due to whatever I was reading at the time.
Give it a read or have your wife/girlfriend/mother/etc read it if they are unsure about firearms.
Why I always camp with a firearm (Mt Rainier Park Ranger fatally shot)
Written by reg mathuszThis is a complete tragedy: Ranger Fatally Shot at Mt Rainier.
1/2/12 update: Law enforcement did a good job protecting the visitors and campers, although I still would be concerned about visitors out there not necessarily in concentrated areas or numbers. Despite the 100+ LEO's out there they were still at severe risk. I don't there is much doubt they would be dead if they had run into the assailant.
As someone who regularly camps at Skate Creek (just outside Rainier National Park) it is a reminder of why I carry a firearm when out there.
Remember all the rhetoric about how the Rangers would keep you safe? Best intentions aside, when someone is bent on hurting others they will find a way, regardless of laws.
Officials were so concerned about the safety of the Park Visitors that they actually would not let them leave because they were afraid for their safety while LEAVING.
What about the folks in the campground, the people hiking, the people outside of the Park's boundary?
That could have been me, or my friends and family. That's why we camp armed.
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Mike Willard of SwampFox Ammo has passed away
Written by reg mathuszI am sorry to report that Mike Willard of SwampFox Ammo has passed away. He made some awesome full power 10mm ammunition that I have written about. He was also a gentleman who helped the shooting community and his customers. May he rest in peace.
http://www.stoudenmiredowling.com/dowling/detailinfo.asp?intProdID=414
William Michael Willard
Florence, SC
William Michael Willard, 50, of Florence, SC, died Saturday, November 5, 2011 at his residence.
Mr. Willard was born on October 10, 1961 in Walton County, GA, a son of the late William L. Willard Sr. and Nancy Ann Seabolt Cooper. He worked for SOPACKO in Mullins for the last nine years and was a member of Union Baptist Church in Marion. Mr. Willard enjoyed spending his free time boating with his friend, Buddy Cooper, taking care of his dogs, and being an avid gun enthusiast.
He is preceded in death by his father.
He is survived by his mother, Nancy Seabolt (Phil) Cooper of Florence; a sister, Pam Willard (Dane) Davis of Florence; brothers, William "Les" Willard, Jr. of Florence and Lynn (Cindy) Willard of Mt. Pleasant; two step-brothers Dale and Derrick Cooper; seven nieces; two great-nephews; and one great-niece.
Funeral Services will be held 11:00 AM Thursday, November 10, 2011 in the chapel of Stoudenmire-Dowling Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery.
The family will receive friends 6-8:00 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to the Florence Area Humane Society, PO Box 4804, Florence, SC 29502.
Please sign the quest book for Mr. Willard at www.stoudenmiredowling.com.
Got some questions about the grips that I previously on my HiPower. They were the Herrett Grips that I got from CDNN for about $30. They actually fit pretty well. Since I had them off I put them on a stock FN HiPower and took a few pics. CDNN is out of them, but check around, I thought I saw them for sale from C&S.
I think that they look better on the flat black pistol. Sorry for pic quality, still haven't put my light box back together.
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Since I know folks are going to ask about fit on this modern cast frame pistol (mid 2000's) I thought I would snap a pic. The grip feels like it fits, but after examining it, it does need some fitting. The current fit does not impact functionality but I will fit them if I am going to leave them on this pistol. In fact, if I hadn't snapped the pic I would have never noticed.
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Hello all,
Here is a pic of my HiPower with a new set of VZ Grips' Pro Slims on them. First, their service was great, I got the grips in 3 days after receiving a confirmation email and a tracking #.
But, before you run out and buy a set for your HiPower you should know that they didn't quite fit either of my mid-2000's FN HP40. I assume that the current generation frames for the 9mm are the same. :(
Strangely, it did fit my 1968 T-series. I say strange because according to VZ's website it should fit late 80s+ pistols. Anyway, as for my intended target my mid-2000s MkIII--
The left panel front (towards front strap) does not sit flush against the frame. The right side is pretty close, but the stop of the tang (rear of grip) doesn't quite line up. You can't really tell in the pic though.
I am disappointed because the grips are clearly VERY high quality. The material is strong and thin. The texture is not very aggressive or sharp. They would have been perfect. Well, Per VZ they cannot be fit, I am to send them back for a refund. Too bad -- they looked great. Sorry for the pic quality, my light box is disassembled.
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update 12/7/11 -- I had some questions about the fit, and I actually did take some pics. Here is the one that shows the gap the best.
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Seattle wastes tax payer $ to pursue it's (already twice ruled) illegal gun ban
Written by reg mathuszGood grief. The city of Seattle is now requesting that the state Supreme Court review if the the state's firearm preemption (RCW 9.41.290) makes city government ineffective to protect citizens.
Gee..if that's the case then really state law can just be disregarded. Oh wait..that's what the city of Seattle does anyway. They knew their handgun ban was illegal when they first passed it. The former mayor is gone, but apparently the current administration is no different. Ironic that citizens are supposed to obey the law, while the city itself won't.
"The state of Washington hereby fully occupies and preempts the entire field of firearms regulation within the boundaries of the state, including the registration, licensing, possession, purchase, sale, acquisition, transfer, discharge, and transportation of firearms, or any other element relating to firearms or parts thereof, including ammunition and reloader components. Cities, towns, and counties or other municipalities may enact only those laws and ordinances relating to firearms that are specifically authorized by state law, as in RCW 9.41.300, and are consistent with this chapter. Such local ordinances shall have the same penalty as provided for by state law. Local laws and ordinances that are inconsistent with, more restrictive than, or exceed the requirements of state law shall not be enacted and are preempted and repealed, regardless of the nature of the code, charter, or home rule status of such city, town, county, or municipality."
You tell me what is unclear about this?
