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WarrenJ

#2385
December 14, 2011, 09:50:14 AM
I've been wanting to go up to Oregon to the new school and take the team tactics class with my wife.  I drove through Lakeview, Or a couple of years ago - its pretty much out in the boonies even by my standard.  We drove the 250 miles from Lakeview to Winnemucca, NV and saw 7 cars.  No place to have a breakdown.   
This isn't a dress rehearsal for life - this is it!

fastwin

#2386
December 14, 2011, 10:11:12 AM
It's nice that they still have some classes at the Texas range the first couple of months every year.

http://www.thunderranchinc.com/2007schedule.html

But I thought they dismantled the TX ranges and auctioned off the targets, etc. when they shut it down for the Oregon move? Still nice that the TX classes are not shot with politically correct ammo. [thumbsup] ;) A Thunder Ranch class would make a nice Christmas present. [clap] [popcorn] [bacon] Need to forward this to the wifely unit.
I plan to list the Federal Gov't. as a dependent on my next 1040 tax filing!

I have flying honey badgers and I'm not afraid to use them!

The fact that flame throwers exist is proof that someone somewhere said "I'd sure like to set those people over there on fire but I'm just not close enough to get the job done."

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DarkStaR

#2387
December 16, 2011, 08:50:13 PM
Can't make up my mind?

OEM rubberized grips?


pachmayr wood/rubber grips?

WarrenJ

#2388
December 17, 2011, 03:58:58 AM
My favorite 1911 grips are the Hogue Panel grips - they are real cheap but have great texture and just a little palm swell - I haven't found anything my hands like better.  These are not the wrap around grips, they are just simple panels, I think the cost about $10.00.  I've probably shot half a million rounds out of 1911's with those grips.
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fastwin

#2389
December 17, 2011, 06:53:04 AM Last Edit: December 17, 2011, 06:55:08 AM by fastwin
Double diamond cocobolo wood grips are the only thing classy enough to go on a 1911. Gorgeous wood! [thumbsup]

Scroll down the grip page on the Eb Brown link and there is a pic of some nice cocobolo panels.

http://www.edbrown.com/gripscrews.htm

I plan to list the Federal Gov't. as a dependent on my next 1040 tax filing!

I have flying honey badgers and I'm not afraid to use them!

The fact that flame throwers exist is proof that someone somewhere said "I'd sure like to set those people over there on fire but I'm just not close enough to get the job done."

CONFIDENCE: the feeling you have right before you understand the situation.

dropstharockalot

#2390
December 19, 2011, 08:15:32 AM
Has anyone purchased on-line?  How was your experience?

As much as I'd like to build a relationship with the local dealers, I'm seeing the same items (identical, new-in-box) for substantially less even once shipping is factored in.

Just curious.

Thx!
'96 M900
Stage One - K&N Pods- DynaCoils - Remus Ti Hi-mount pipes (dented) -Thrashed paint - dented tank - Oberon bar-ends

Monsterlover

#2391
December 19, 2011, 08:19:03 AM
Don't forget ffl costs. I've been quoted $50-$75 per gun.
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dropstharockalot

#2392
December 19, 2011, 08:24:56 AM
Quote from: Monsterlover on December 19, 2011, 08:19:03 AM
Don't forget ffl costs. I've been quoted $50-$75 per gun.
Right, even with that.  I've had a couple opportunities where FFL $ + S&H still equalled $125 or more less than local retail.


I guess, while I'm on the subject... how much haggling is typical in an over-the-counter transaction with a storefront merchant?
'96 M900
Stage One - K&N Pods- DynaCoils - Remus Ti Hi-mount pipes (dented) -Thrashed paint - dented tank - Oberon bar-ends

Monsterlover

#2393
December 19, 2011, 08:28:51 AM
It varies store to store.  Ask if there's any room on the price.

I was flat out told no and was ok with that as they were selling well below list already, so it was a good price for me.
"The Vincent was like a bullet that went straight; the Ducati is like the magic bullet in Dallas that went sideways and hit JFK and the Governor of Texas at the same time."--HST    **"A man who works with his hands is a laborer.  A man who works with his hands and his brain is a craftsman.  A man who works with his hands, brains, and heart is an artist."  -Louis Nizer**

fastwin

#2394
December 19, 2011, 08:29:06 AM
Guess that depends on the store. I have friends at some gun shops that will cut me some slack but I am sure I could never haggle my way down at a big box store... Cabelas, Bass Pro, etc. Never tried but I'm just guessing.
I plan to list the Federal Gov't. as a dependent on my next 1040 tax filing!

I have flying honey badgers and I'm not afraid to use them!

The fact that flame throwers exist is proof that someone somewhere said "I'd sure like to set those people over there on fire but I'm just not close enough to get the job done."

CONFIDENCE: the feeling you have right before you understand the situation.

ducatiz

#2395
December 19, 2011, 08:52:32 AM
Quote from: Monsterlover on December 19, 2011, 08:19:03 AM
Don't forget ffl costs. I've been quoted $50-$75 per gun.


F me, I pay $20 at my FFL.

That's hiway robbery for nothing more than 10 minutes of paperwork.

Gunbroker has a list on their site with prices stated.  Shop around.  You might have to drive further but for 30-50$ less it would be worth it.
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fastwin

#2396
December 19, 2011, 09:30:39 AM
If you can get a really good on line price then the added transfer fee and the longer drive still might beat the regular, local store price. It's sort of similar to the local bike shop vs the big mail order/on line scooter stores... Dennis Kirk, Comp Access, etc. I like to support the local gun and bike shops but I tend to lean towards the ones that "help" me out a little. That's natural. But there are times they don't carry what I want and the on line outfits are just too hard to pass up with the better prices and availability.
I plan to list the Federal Gov't. as a dependent on my next 1040 tax filing!

I have flying honey badgers and I'm not afraid to use them!

The fact that flame throwers exist is proof that someone somewhere said "I'd sure like to set those people over there on fire but I'm just not close enough to get the job done."

CONFIDENCE: the feeling you have right before you understand the situation.

ducatiz

#2397
December 19, 2011, 09:32:12 AM
Anyone interested in Glock 21, Gen 2?  $400.

PM me.
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"Yelling out of cars, turning your speakers out the window to blast your music onto the street, setting off M-80 firecrackers, firing automatic weapons into the airâ€"these are all well and good. But none of them create a merry atmosphere of insouciance and bonhomie quite like a revving motorcycle.

WarrenJ

#2398
December 19, 2011, 10:41:26 AM
I'm looking for a 21 Frame to replace the one I blew up. 
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DucNaked

#2399
December 19, 2011, 10:50:02 AM
I've ordered from buds guns they list FFls near your location. Found one ten minutes from my house that charged $15 per gun.  [thumbsup]
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