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    FFLs Beware

    Beware of https://taurusgunbrokers.com/ this is a scam site. Will take payment and then stop all messaging and never return emails. I was searching for a Taurus 942 for a customer and was directed to this site. Shame on me, I felt it was too good to be true, however I took a change and...
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    Reload vs. Factory

    So I picked up a Hart Custom 6.5 Creedmoor. Before I go and spend more money on reloading equipment, does anyone have any suggestions or opinions on the Berger Match 140gr, Federal GMM 130gr or Hornady Match 140 or 147gr? I'm thinking I should get a box of each and see what the rifle likes...
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    FFL Holders

    Any FFL's here? If so, are you using the NICS EZ Check and if you are have any of you been having any problems retrieving statuses? When I run a check, I get the normal box that pops up with NEW Status. However,when I go to click on NEW so that I can see if it is PROCEED, DELAYED or DENYED, I...
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    Range Report Thunder Valley Precision 6xc

    Well, finally getting some nice weather and able to get out to the range. Here's my cold bore... 3 shot group was also very pleasing. Today was 39 degrees, bright and sunny with very little wind. Made it out to the local police department range to put the Thunder Valley Precision...
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    Suppressed .308 Load

    Not sure if I"m in the correct area or not. First, I'm shooting a Remington 700 with 5R barrel. Can anyone give me some ideas on what powder and bullets to use to get the best loads while shooting suppresed?
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    Thunder Valley Precision 6XC

    My newest build by Tom Sarver at Thunder Valley Precision. TVP 6XC in AICS AX Chassis fitted with a Nightforce NXS 5.5-22X50. Shooting Berger 105's with Norma brass and 37.5gr H4539 powder. As expected, my day at Thunder Valley was nothing less than full of high winds and rain. However, that...
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    Range Report Log Book Software

    Anyone know of any data book software? I've been searching without any luck. Looking to be able to chart and keep a log for all my rifles on the comp.
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    Member Link Up Boston Police?

    Are there any Boston PD members here on the hide?? A fellow officer and myself will be in Boston, Aug 29 to Aug 31...and we are trying to find some good bars to go to. Any info would be greatly appreciated!
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    Iron Ridge won't cycle?

    Anyone have any idea as to why my Iron Ridge 308 will not cycle? I bought the rifle new and it came with magpul magazines. After every shot, I need to recharge the rifle because it will not cycle a new round.... Anyone have any idea what would be causing this problem?
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    Iron Ridge Arms

    Just picked up my new AR-10.... Iron Ridge Arms IRA-10D Daniel Defense Rail Noveske Barrel with Vltor Flash Hider Now, I just have to find a day to make it to the range and pick up some optics.
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    idiot criminals

    This idiot must have got his hands on some back crack! He is demanding myself and two other officers apologize to him or he will have the cia and fbi come down and take our jobs.... http://officer.com/online/article.jsp?siteSection=1&id=55991
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    Gunsmithing Changing bottom Metal to take external mags

    I'm wanting to to have my bottom metal changed over so that I can use external mags. The rifle I'm wanting to change is my Rem. 5R in a McMillan A4 stock. Any suggestions and how to's in order for me to have this work done? I tried searching for some answers and info, however I came up short...
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    Vehicle Break ins!!!

    Since our department has layed off...we are down to working with sometimes, less than minimal manning...For the past two months, we have had hundreds of vehicles broke into. From GPS units to cups of change and personal items. All break ins are occurring at night, between midnight and...
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    Gunsmithing Any Glock People here?

    I'm an armorer for our department. I've been tear apart and cleaning and fixing Glocks for the past 10 years. Today, I was cleaning one of the department Glocks and I found the spring cups to be deteriorated. When I pulled them off the firing pin, they both just fell apart. So, my question...
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    Winter Clothing

    Not sure if this is the correct place for the question, so sorry if it is. Anyone know of a good winter coat/parka. Looking for something water proof and something that can withstand cold temps.
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    Laser Genetics Designator Light?

    I saw the add for these lights here on the hide....I was wondering if anyone has any experience with them? I would like to mount one on my M4. Any pros and/or cons would be greatly appreciated...
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    Sling wont stay attatched to flush cup???

    Anyone have any suggestions on what I cand do to get my TAB sling to stay fastened to my A5 stock? When I attach the sling to the rear flush cup, it wont go in fully. With any force the sling pops out. Any ideas???
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    Very New To Reloading...Help wanted.

    I've been shooting for quite a while, with the benefit of always having department ammo to shoot. With the current economic problems and some other money issues, I'm now forced to purchase my own ammo. So I'm thinking it is time to start reloading. With that, I haven't the slightest idea...
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    A2 Paint Job

    Painted the A2 for my 300win mag. Next, I need to put it all together and see how it shoots. Range report to follow.
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    Winchester Model 70 300 win mag stock suggestions?

    I have a Win 70 300 win mag....just pulled it out of the safe and decided to start a new project. Budget is a bit limited, but I'd like to start with the stock. Any suggestions as to what stock to go with? thanks for any info or suggestions....