Got my hopes up until I realized the new range wasn't for the proles...

http://www.kttc.com/story/18449031/neighbors

Residents in a southeast Rochester neighborhood are voicing their concerns over the possibility of a shooting range near their homes. ......
The proposed regional training center would be built near the Public Works Service Center on 50th Street Southeast.

The video has some lady complaining that she doesn't want her kids to think that the sounds of gunfire is normal...

I am trying to find different holsters for my Full size 10mm witness. Any of you know of a good place to get one?

Accidentally bryant my cleaning rod. Anyone know where I can buy a new one in the twin cities tomorrow? Any favorite brands?

For sale 2 Pabst beer lights both work (bulb lit not neon) the pitcher light is missing a small piece by the top of the mug other one is in good shape. Also 1 old style light. Asking $50.00 for the 2 pbr lights & $25.00 for the old style light prefer cash. Thanks located in Burnsville.

i'm piecing together my AR, and i want to get an upper reciever. probably going to order a bbl soon, and i want the upper so i can slap that bad-boy on ASAP.
it doesn't need to be perfect, as i'm not, and my rifle will be a reflection of me (yeah, goofy, awkward and ugly).
it needs to be a flat top (with or without t-markings) and have the standard features. ie: shell deflector, dust cover, and forward assist. if the upper already has the forward assist and dust cover installed, even better

let me know what you have, i've got some of those green pieces of paper with dead people on the front

I recently picked up a new Kahr MK40 from Thunderjohn. It's really small and can be hidden very easily. While small, it is heavy since it's all steel.

Heavy is relative, it weighs about the same as my steel J frame .357 that I carry in my pocket. I had it up on my hunting land last weekend and fired 200 rounds of various .40 ammo. FMJ, JHP and 165 and 180 grain bullets. It fed and fired every one without a hitch. Very accurate too. You can only get two fingers on the grip because it's so small but it was still easy to shoot.

This may become my new EDC. I've already added some checkered wood grips that make it easier to hang on to and replaced the plastic guide rod with a steel one from Wolff gunsprings.

It jumps a bit when fired but very manageable compared to magnum revolvers. The trigger is unique to Kahr. Long pull and you don't know when it will fire, no stacking at all. Similar to a very smooth DA revolver. I really like this gun.

Hey guys just picked up a beautiful M1 carbine and was wondering if anyone has suggestions for gun smith to work on it? Just want to get it checked out. Was Gona bring it in to frontiersman but figured I'd see if anyone has had luck else where.

Hey guys,

Looking for ideas on secure storage in my house. I have a small Stack On safe from Gander, but I outgrew that long ago. Tired of putting locks on guns and leaning them against the wall in the closet. Don't have the funds at the moment for a 48-64 gun safe (although that is in the future plans). So wondering about cheaper alternatives for the time being. Want something lockable, but other than that pretty open. I was thinking of something like a locker they have at some gyms. With the open mesh steel construction that you can see through, but its pretty heavy gauge steel so it would take some serious effort to cut through, and impossible for kids to get into. I am not too worried about theft. I have a home security system, close neighbors, regular police patrols, a bright street light in me front yard, and I am armed to the teeth if I were here. Not overly worried about fire either as I am heavily insured (which also minimizes the theft worry). My primary objective here is lockable storage that I can use to store ammo, primer, powders, and of course guns.

Ideas?

anyone around mpls got a log splitter you'd be willing to let me borrow? getting a butt load of firewood from the uncle but it's all in log form. i could go rent one, but dammit if i ain't a cheap bastard

would be willing to kick a sixer of good stuff or a box orf ammo or some brass in appreciation for the generocity. looing to use it late next week/over the long weekend.

word homies.

Chocolate leather chair and ottoman. Copy of the Eames design from that same era. While Eames went for nearly $5000 these sold for $700ish. Good condition. Oak and leather. Really liked the chair for a lot of years but it no longer fits our decor. Pic shows 2 scratches on leather that I never touched up. Brown shoe polish would do the trick. Chair is adjustable for height and spring tension for recline. $150

Backstory: I found a decent deal on 1k rounds of 5.56 so I placed order and when it was delivered, I wasn't home, my neighbor saw the box and was going to put inside their home until I came over to get it (we do that for each other for safety, have had a few things stolen when someone wasn't home and delivery left on doorstep). They saw the box print, picked it up and then set it back as they where not comfortable touching ammo (to each their own). When he saw me the next day, he asked what I was doing with "so much ammo". I replied I target and competition shoot, and 1k rounds is not that much ammo, 2-4 range trips or competitions will eat that in a hurry. He then replies "1K!?! your stockpiling ammo, that's illegal!" I replied, no, it's not, I've never seen a state or federal statute that limits the number of rounds you can have on hand. My question after searching the net and finding vague information (some say it is, others say it isn't, and can't seem to find a definite answer in Federal laws, there's a bit about "explosive powder storage", but nothing about loaded ammo), is whether or not there is a law either in Minnesota, or U.S. overall, on the number of rounds you can stock.

Got some stuff that needs a nice new home!

First up is an Aluminum Unibody Macbook. I bought this lightly used about 6 months ago and it's been great ever since. Typical Apple quality. Comes with Apple charger and Incase Body Protector.



-Asking $700

Second is my baby, an ASUS G73JW-XA1. Bought it from Amazon a year ago and it's run like a champ. This thing is a total powerhouse, and can run any game you throw at it, (I play Crysis, Crysis 2, and Battlefield 3 on Ultra settings with no issues). Still under warranty from ASUS for another year. 17.3" Screen, 750GB HDD, 16GB RAM, etc. Comes with charger and Targus Laptop Messenger Bag.



-Asking $850

I also have an Xbox 360 (Old, white model) w/ 60GB HDD, 2 controllers (1 wired, 1 wireless), Mass Effect 1,2,&3, and a wireless adapter available.


-Asking $175

I'll also consider trades for guns, AR Parts and Rifles, AK Platform, Or if you have something else that sounds cool let me know! Offers are welcome but no lowballers, please.

**Macbook photo is a stock photo, ASUS photo is of the actual product**

Best to reach me via PM!

I have a Iphone 4 in mint condition and would like to sell for $350 or trade for something. The phone jailbroken but is not unlocked so you would have to use with AT&T only. I was using it on T-Mobile but accidnelty updated (SCREW YOU APPLE) it so I can't use it on Tmobile anymore. It's running on IOS 5.0.1 and Baseband 4.11.08. Again this would only work with AT&T users. The phone is jailbroken though so you get all the free apps you want through INSTALLOUS!

OK I am not a all that knowledgable when it comes to AR15's...But from what I can see I will be in the market real soon to build my own AR...

So here is where I need some help...If this was your gun and lets say you had a budget of $800 give or take a few dollars...What would you purchase to get the most for your money...Like I stated I am not real savvy when it comes to AR's and would greatly appreciate what everyone here would do..

So if you wouldn't mind build me your AR with a $800 budget...I would love to see an item detail of what you would buy piece by piece...Then what I am thinking is taking all that info that I get from all the great people here and some up with a gun that those of you said you would make...I would take info from each of you and put 1 or maybe even 2 guns together over a short period of time..

If there are any AR pistol experts I would really love to see what you guys would put together as well...

Ok I know that I can spend hours researching but I would love to see the knowledge that I know a crap load of people on here have..and then pick that info apart to make up a sweet toy...If I get info on both pistols and rifle I know for sure within the next 6 months I will build both...But for know I have to stick to just 1 and them a couple months after the first project is done I will start on the 2nd project..

I just want to thanks those that feed me there knowledge a special thankyou in advance...I really appreciate everything that I have learned from this site..

Thanks and I look forward to reading all the info you hopefully will share with me......
Mike

***Trade pending***

I'll be moving to California in the near future, and will have to leave my "high capacity" 15-round magazines behind. They are the factory stock magazines that came with the firearm when I bought it new.

I'm looking preferably to trade them straight up for 2 10-round Glock magazines, but will also consider selling them for $15 each. I live in Minneapolis and can drive a reasonable distance thereabouts.

This is only available until Saturday, as otherwise I will be trading them at the gunshow on the 19th or 20th.

LA Police collect an inert training rocket launcher. Claim its a real "anti-tank weapon". BS in the media, BS in law enforcement.

http://www.kval.com/news/national/LA-re ... 61945.html

The picture clearly says "TRAINER" on the side of the launcher. I've seen these at gun shows for at least the last 20 years.

20 boxes (50 Count) Quick Shock/Hypervelocity Seg HP 32 grain 1640 fps
11 Boxes 50 count Stingers Copper Plated HP 1640 FPS
3 boxes (50 count) velocitor copper plated HP 1435 fps + 1 35 count box
$150.00

4x550 Federal 36 grain Copper Plated HP
$55.00

2 Bricks Super X 40 grain RN
1 Brick Wild Cat 40 grain RN
$55.00

6 boxes Winchester 333 36 grain plated hp
8 shown only 6 left
$60.00

Please leave phone number in personal message
I live in Stillwater
Thanks,
Matt

I will be spending one day a week for the next 10 weeks with the wife at the local Fairview clinic for her chemo treatments. They feel they got it all but she scored high on a re-occurance test, thus the chemo. I was browsing on my Blackberry and saw they had a guest hotspot connection for wi-fi. I got the login and password and started using it to browse. I was trying to get here and this site was blocked. I shouldn't have been surprised since they post for firearms but I wasn't expecting it. So I ran some other test sites. MNGunsite was blocked. So was Armslist and Gunbrokers. I got through to the Carry Forum, Burnsville Pistol and Rifle Range, and Cabelas. It would be interesting to know what the filters were that kept some from being accessed while others got through.

So i saw that people were using rit dye to dye polymer mags, i would like to know if this technique is durable and if i could do it to a glock frame? On a side note whats the best way to paint the slide? I know i cant be the only one who has thought of this, i hope someone has tried it too!

was on my upper for a total of 20 rounds, I decided to go another route so its up for grabs. $40

like this one

http://cmmginc.secure-mall.com/item/750 ... Block-1856

Like the title says, I'm looking for the big boys. 340 gr buffalo bore 44 magnum +p+. I thought Cabelas had them the last time I was there but I was hoping someone in the metro had them. I checked gander mountain in Lakeville and they don't have them. I am going to try Gunstop and frontiersman after work. I was hoping someone might have a hot tip on who could have them before I started making the rounds to the local fun shops. Thanks in advance.

Anyone have a Mosin Sling they are getting rid of? Not willing to pay a bunch.... because let's face it... they aren't worth a ton (would be nice if someone let the folks on eBay know that. ) but would be happy to pay a fair price (I would think that around the $10 mark is a fair price.). I just got a 91/59 that is slingless, and I would like to remedy that.

Thanks
-Dan

This is cool as hell. Sorry if its been posted before.

http://videos2view.net/texas-light.htm# ... MM.aolmail

This guy is selling them but the idea is still pretty interesting and the end product is cool. I'm sure the more enterprising members here could replicate this themselves. It also helps the 9mm in the ongoing debate with the 45, as the 45 sure can't do this. Or maybe it helps the 45 by saying the 9mm is only good for playing games?

http://www.etsy.com/listing/98273174/xbox-9mm-bullet-button-controller-video

I just saw a friend's handgun storage/carrier. It looks exactly like a thick, cancelled library book and its title is something like "Minnesota Statutes". He purchased it at a gunshow, but does not have any information about the vendor/maker. Has anyone seen these or know where I could find one?
Thanks,
GJ

Brand new, Stock only no tube, spring or buffer $25

Never mounted, very good shape $25 SPF

like this one

http://www.gandbarms.com/gas-blocks-sig ... e.tpl.html

Anyone have RCBS .40 S&W Die set and/or shell holder they don't need?

Cripes, they ship a gun to the wrong place first of all, they ship using USPS which takes ten frickin days, then once they get the gun back from the wrong store, I drive down there to pay for overnighting it Monday, asking them to get me a tracking number.

I call back today, and find out they hadn't shipped it yet, didn't bother to call me, and would probably be getting me a refund for the forty bucks I paid Monday!

The guy I'm shipping this to in PA must think I'm the biggest moron on the planet.

Thanks for the great customer service, Hoffy's.

Monticello Rod and gun have a IDPA-esq type of pistol league that they run on various days of the week. This is an IDPA like league that is great for beginner shooters who would like to get into the action pistol sports. Beginning shooters will receive an introduction and some general instruction, I believe that they may shoot from low ready instead of a holster. Also, I think .22lr are welcome. (the guys at Monticello may correct me here)

This is a great chance to learn the ropes.

http://www.monticellorodandgunclub.org/

Here is their calendar:
http://monticellorodandgunclub.org/calendar.php

Here is the general calendar with shooting sports on it:
https://www.google.com/calendar/embed?s ... qepMpgFEHg

I believe they may also have memberships available as well.

Women only Concealed Carry, Monticello, MN-Veterans Special Price May 26, 2012

This course covers the legal aspects of carrying a pistol for self protection as well as the practical concerns. Participants who successfully complete the written test and the handgun qualification will receive a certificate authorizing them to able to be able to apply for their Permit to carry a pistol. Participants in this course should bring a good quality double action revolver or semi automatic pistol in working order and 100 rounds of ammunition. This is NOT a beginner course! Participants should be familiar with their firearm and have some degree of shooting proficiency. Participants must be 18 years of age and show a valid ID. Military veterans and Patriot Guard members only $75.00. Vet students will be required to provide proof of service. All other students are $90.00. For more information or to register go to http://leadingedge.eventbee.com/event?eid=826293363 or call 763-257-9428.

The usual Drill:
Start time: 9:00pm
BYOB / snacks.
Dogs welcome if you pick up after them and they get along with kids and other dogs.
I live near Rosedale. If you haven't been or need the address, PM me.
If you purchased a sign, they're IN and this would be a great occasion to pick them up.

Come on out after OGC USPSA league. We'll still be slinging the BS.

See you Thursday

So who uses these? How do they work? Are they worth it? I have never used one, but going to the range and going through 3-6 boxes of loads between .22, 9mm, .40, and/or .45, my fingers get pretty sore trying to load mags. Thinking about getting a mag loader. Feedback please.

The last few years we have had a get together of likeminded shooters on Memorial day out at Gopher Campfire club.
This hast to be, officially, for Gopher members, but guests can become members instantly for the princely sum of $40 and will save $5 at each future Steel shoot.

In the past the format has been pretty loose, some paper targets, some steel, shoot when you want and shoot the breeze in between.
If there were interest we could Barbeque or whatever, bring your own food and drinks or share. With drinks, I should stipulate that any alcohol must be consumed away from the range area and having consumed the stuff, you would be precluded from further shooting.

For sale:

Spikes Tactical 9mm mag block.
Fits .223/5.56 AR15 lowers.
For use with Colt style 9mm uppers. (NOT Olympic Arms)
Best if used with Colt/Metalform 9mm mags and will allow for the bolt hold open feature. C Products and Promag 9mm mags don't have the best reputation so I did not even try them.
Fully adjustable.
I've shot about 300 flawless rounds using this block and Metalform mags. I'm only selling it as I finally found a dedicated CMMG 9mm lower that doesn't require a block.

$100 shipped.
There's some obvious shiny/wear spots in the one pic in the magwell area where the mag is inserted.
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- You have your permit to carry, or are considering it. What is your next step?

- You're interested in enhancing your skills with a handgun for the purpose of self-defense?

Defensive Handgun I

Introduce responsible adults to the concepts and practical skills required for defensive use of a handgun. The 8 hour course covers a number of topics including risk and threat management, situational awareness, practical equipment, and the appropriate application of force.

The range exercises cover basic mechanics such as drawing from the holster, reloading, movement, malfunctions, precision shooting and cover individual tactics and lifestyle issues that prepare students for how to deal appropriately with personal protection situations.

Cost: $125 includes the Range Fee and Lunch

For more information, visit http://www.itfcpro.com for more information, or send me a pm. I look forward to working with you!


NRA Certified Instructor - Rolf Penzel

Just read this article and thought I should share.
"WOUNDED MILITARY VET’S GUNS CONFISCATED BY D.C. POLICE — AND HE CAN’T SEEM TO GET THEM BACK"

http://www.theblaze.com/stories/wounded ... them-back/

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Last show until August.
Anoka Armory - 408 E. Main St
$5 admission - Free parking - Sat 9-5. Sun 9-3
It's a Crocodile show, so if you don't like those, don't come. That way you won't have anything to gripe about.

For those that are looking for good deals, we'll have Glocks, XD's & Sigs on sale.

1911's currently avail. are:
New - Remington R1, R1S (Stainless) & R1 Enhanced
New - Sig XO
New - Springfield EMP - (9mm)
New - Umarex Colt - 1911 - (22LR)
Used - Springfield Mil-Spec parkerized
Used - Remington R1 Enhanced

I won't be bringing the AR's, but I will if you want one.
I have:
Bushmaster - Patrolman
CMMG - M4LE w/ WASP finish
Bravo Company - BCM4

Questions or pricing: Emails to SouthwestArms AT Gmail DOT com

Box of 50 Winchester 9mm 115 grain Silvertips - These sell for $29.99 at Bills - How about $24 for the box.

Hornady Critical Defense 9mm - 115 grain FTX - 25 rounds - These sell for $28.95 at Bills - How about $23 for the box.

Magtech Guardian Gold 9mm +P 115 Gr JHP - box of 20 rounds - These sell for $19.95 at Bills - How about $14 for the box.

Magtech 9mm 115 grain FMC - box of 50 rounds - $10 for the box.

Take em all for $60

I accept cash - I can meet in the west metro -
Buyer must attest that they will not use this ammunition on cats.

Hi there,

I am new to the forum and relatively new to minnesota. I recently acquired my first handgun, but I have shot and been around them for the most part of my life. Now I am looking for economical ranges to go shoot. I was wondering if anybody has been at the Burnsville Pistol Range http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/shooting_ranges/show_range.html?name=Burnsville+Pistol+Range It seems to be owned by the DNR and an economical place.

Thank you for your thoughts.

I am just checking to see if anyone has had soe experiance buying stuff from Wholesale Hunter via the internet...

THe site looks really good as far as some of the pricing goes..So I thought I would it run by you ladies and gentlemen to see is anyone has dealt with them in the past...If so what was your experiance..

Thanks
Muddy

Hello! I'm a new member here--I know: ugh--but I don't suck. Mostly. I'm "happy" to say that I broke etiquette with my first post by posting this message in the general gun talk forum. Thankfully no one gave me crap, I deleted it and reposted here.

I've actually been a reader of the sight for several months since I began getting back into shooting and I love the information and most of the members, especially the grumpy ones. Those are my people, right there.

I have three firearms currently: A Beretta 96FS(I"m actually not certain which model this is--it is a .40 cal, which means a 96, but it has the rail, which I thought the FS did not have) INOX, Glock 23 Gen 4, and a Rock River Arms AR-15 with lots of extra mags and an Eotech 817 sitting in front of a G23 3x magnifier--zeroed in at 25 and 300 yards for right now.

I'm a member at Bills and I like the range guys there, plus its literally blocks away from my home, which makes it very convenient; although, the range is a shortie, which limits my longer range shooting possibilities. Are there other Bill's users here that get together and shoot occasionally? That type of thing might be interesting. I'd also love to go shoot outdoors and have looked into various places to do that--the few remaining, that is.

Hopefully this newb post is better than the typical stupid ones that many complain about. I intend to post much more frequently, especially as I begin to modify my AR-15 and seek out a new shotgun, a 1911 (or five) and come up with other random crap to talk about.

Word on the street is that longtime MNGT member and CZ afficionado Jeff Bergquist will be leaving Minnesota for good and transplanting himself to the steamy tropical jungle paradise of Costa Rica sometime in July this year.

Would this then be an appropriate time to organize another CZ Shoot to afford Mr. Bergquist a final opportunity to spend quality range time with his fellow Minnesotan CZ addicts, and for us to send him off in grand fashion? I think so!

For those interested in meeting up, how does a Wednesday evening at the Burnsville Pistol Range sound? Just for starters, I'll throw out May 30, June 6 and June 13 as possible dates.

Suggestions? Ideas?

the Bonfire will be Sunday, 5/27. bring your own.... well... everything. i'll have a few chairs and such, but if you want to secure one for yourself, you gotta bring it! i often lose mine to the wifey if you have any logs you want to get rid of, bring em. i should have plenty of kindling and a few logs. well, enough to keep a fire going atleast. starts around 9pm, goes until you can't stand any longer. i'll have some floor space, should you get too intoxified to drivilize your ass home.

the BBQ will be on Memorial Day, Monday 5/28. bring your own meat, beverages, and such. i'll have plates, napkins, flatware, and some side dishes. if you have kids you want to bring, they are welcome as long as they don't destroy my place anymore than my kids do. any ages are fine. Starts at Noon, goes til the sun sets

this has been a tradition of mine for the last 4 years, and i usually have a fairly large turn out of friends and family, but the more the merrier! if you would like to attend, send me a PM and i'll give you the address


edit* Bonfire starts around 9 PM, not 9 AM. BBQ on Memorial Day around Noon

WTS this Blade Tech WRS holster for a Beretta 92.

Black, right hand, offset, tek-lok belt attachment.

Brand new, never used. $100

WTS this Raven Concealment Phantom holster and mag carrier for a Beretta 92/96/M9.

Holster: Black, right hand, 1.5" belt attachments
Mag carrier: Black, right hand (left side), 1.5" belt attachments

$80 together.

MN Tactics Permit to Carry Class
Date: May, 2012
Time: 9 A.M. to 3 P.M.
Location: Oakdale Gun Club, 10386 10th Street N, Lake Elmo, MN
Cost: $130.00 - PM or e-mail me for forum member discount.

Registration:
PM me, e-mail me (paul@mntactics.com), or register with MNTactics directly at:
Website: http://www.mntactics.com/Register.html
E-mail: paul@mntactics.com
Phone: 612-812-6170
Included in every course fee is a copy of MNTactics' book Minnesota Permit to Carry A Firearm Fundamentals, which encapsulates our class content (plus lots of bonus information!) into a comprehensive, easy to read manual.

Paul Blincow
paul@mntactics.com
NRA Life Member
MN Tactics.com and ShootingSafely.com Certified Permit To Carry Instructor
NRA Instructor (Basic Pistol and Personal Protection in the Home)
DNR Firearm Safety Instructor

Oh, what's that you say? It's a 2011 case instead of a 1911 case?? Balderdash!! I CLEARLY remember that young John Browning coming out with his 45 caliber pistol design like it was just yesterday!! I even remember seeing some cases with this headstamp on them, and they were nice and new and shiny just like this one!!

At any rate, it makes a nice souvenir, and obviously some ammo manufacturers missed the boat by not selling 1911 Centennial cases last year. Oooops! Too late now!!

Did manufacturers quite making 9mm? Haven't bought factory 9mm in a while and decided to swing into fleetfarm to pick some up so I can get new brass for my reloads. There was no 9mm, not even self defense. Plenty of 40 and 45, but no 9. Went to wallmart and it was the same story. Not a single box of 9mm. I will correct myself and say that ff had 2 boxes of steel cased wolf ammo, but that would defeat the purpose of the purchase. What gives? Do I have to wait till after the elections to buy? Maybe I should stock up on some reloading components......before those disappear

After going around and around on which .308 I want I finally decided on a GAP-10 with a 20" barrel:
http://www.gaprecision.net/ga-precision ... p-10-.html

Also got the following upgrades:
Badger FTE muzzle brake
Magpul PRS stock
Badger rings
Geiselle SSA-E trigger

I plan on throwing on a NF 3.5-15x50 F1 NXS w/ MLR2.0 reticle

Now the waiting starts. Probably 2-3 months.

We have FIVE Carry permit classes this week! All starting at $75 prepaid! And we have a learn to shoot class up North.

Wed: Multistate Carry Permit class - Davannis Burnsville MN
Wed: Women Only Beginners Pistol - Isle MN
Sat: Multistate Carry Permit class - Bds Burnsville MN
Sat: Multistate Carry Permit class - Boone's Fine Guns, Isle MN
Sun: Multistate Carry Permit class - American Legion Apple Valley
Sun: Multistate Carry Permit class - Ryders Bar and Grill Henriette

Register for any of these courses at:
http://www.FirearmsAndLiberty.com/store/

Discounts available for returning MN Red Bulls and Vets.

This Jeep Hurricane has got to be one of the best Power Wheels vehicle yet. The 2-seat Jeep Hurricane has two forward speeds, one reverse speed and a real FM radio that operates on seperate C-cell batteries. The 12-Volt battery provides the power needed to operate well in the grass, dirt, or pavement. This vehicle has only been used in the yard around the house, never out in the rain or snow, and always stored indoors when not in use. The Jeep is in great shape and includes two 12-Volt batteries and charger. These sell new for around $350.00 and the additional batteries are $50.00.

Asking $200.00 obo or possible trade for firearms, ammo or reloading components in:
.223
9mm
38spl
357mag
44mag/spl
45acp

Looking for bolt action .17HMR, Pump action .410, Snubbie Revolver or ???

IWB holster or mags for XD9SC or ???

Let me know what you have to trade.

Located in Zimmerman/Elk River area..

When: I'll be running a Refuse To Be A Victim seminar on the morning of Saturday, June 30th, 2012 from 9am until about 1pm.

What: This is a course about personal safety strategies, not a firearms course or a self defense course. Anyone with an interest in learning what they can do to improve their safety level when at home or out and about should consider attending. A full description of the Refuse To Be A Victim class here.

Cost: $25 per individual.

Where: It will be held at the Northern Star Council of the Boy Scouts of America called Base Camp. It's located at Fort Snelling near the Minneapolis/St. Paul airport. So it shouldn't be too hard to get to for anyone in the Twin Cities metro area. We'll be in the class room, but attendees will get to see what other cool stuff Base Camp has to offer such as indoor climbing walls, ropes course, and a massive outdoor climbing wall.

Sign up: registration page

Please pass along to friends and family that may have zero interest in guns, but do have an interest in personal safety and crime prevention.

Recently bought this for my long commute to work. Its a great little car, but too small for my needs. Willing to sell at a loss for a (hopefully) quick sale. I calculated 36 MPG last time I filled up. Price is $3500. I am located in Lindstrom, but commute to Fridley. Willing to meet somewhere in between to show the car. May also consider a trade for a motorcycle.

Full description here:
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ank/cto/3016043616.html

I was reading Enos for some reloading black magic, and happened on a thread where they were discussing how they have had primers go off on them while reloading.

It seemed that they viewed this as one of those "not if, but WHEN" scenarios.

I wear eye protection when I reload, but this one has got me kinda jumpy now. Has anyone had this happen to them, or heard of it? Is this due to some sort of equipment or technique malfunction? Should I be wearing hearing protection and a face shield?

I got a MEC Jr 600 20 gauge and don't shoot 20 ga. Just curious if anyone is willing to trade for a 12 gauge MEC loader. Mine doesn't have the bottles for shot and powder. Has one charge bar (not sure of size). I believe everything is there. I cleaned it up but never tried to stick a 20 gauge shell through it. Anyway I'd be will to trade plus cash. If you want to see a picture of it let me know. I currently live in Sioux Falls SD but be willing to travel over to MN some weekend on the motorcycle for the trade. PM me or call/text me 605-460-0305

Used but in great shape - works perfect. Midway link Includes target trigger, target machined hammer, target sear, springs, and a match grade trigger adjustable for pre and post travel. $70

New SS Mag releases - Midway link I have two of these - never installed. $16 each or both for $30.


FTF in west metro

I accept cash

selling for a buddy to help him out. all once fired out of a kimber bolt action. clean as a whistle. shot, put back in box, stored. being tumbled shiny clean right now. All winchester, no mixed headstamp.

would LOVE to sell this in one chunk.

blue line is listing 1K for $295 plus shippin...

asking $150 OBO for the 500 piece lot. No tax no shipping.

Mpls metro ftf

man, now if ONLY someone around here was selling a rifle to go with it....

Anyone from around the Becker area?

Good to be onboard

Gander Mountain caves in to anti-gunners and cancels seminars scheduled in Wausau WI and Eau Claire WI.

http://www.FirearmsAndLiberty.com/PDF-N ... DER_wi.pdf

I received the PDF from a WI 2nd Amendment Activist in today's e-mail.

I thought that I'd ask this question of the sages of MNGuntalk. I usually carry a Ruger LC9. I am a FAS instructor and live and breathe firearm safety. I love the LC9's long trigger pull and external safety and feel that it is a very safe carry gun. Yesterday though, my LC9 broke its firing pin and is currently on the way back to Ruger for a new one and a once over.

I have a full sized XD9 that I would like to carry, but with just a grip safety and a very short trigger pull, it is quite different than what I am used too. I am lookin for some tips on how to safely carry a striker fired pistol other than the typical keep your finger outside the trigger guard and look when you reholster to make sure there are no obstructions that may cause a neglegant discharge.

Thanks,

Timmer2183

Long story made short......

I started working on computers in the late 1970s at a young age and now almost 4 decades later, I work in IT Security and have several industry-related certifications with the field. For a further perspective, Windows didn't exist until 7 years after I started; and Macintosh computers came along 6 years after I started, so I've been around the block a few times with these beasts of frustration for people. I have a day job that pays the bills, but I'm also a one-man IT shop which provides customized and personalized services to a smaller customer base. I'm looking to expand my client base a bit. It doesn't matter if you need my services on-time, a few times, or you want me to maintain your systems on an on-going basis, whatever works for you, I can handle in an efficent and effective manner that saves both time and money.

I do the usual Windows support but am also well-verses and experienced with Linux as well. In fact, I run Linux on all my computers at home for a variety of reasons, so it's not like I just dabble in it.

I'm not looking to be the biggest, just the best. If you're interested, contact me via the board for my information. I do more than the list below, so if you see something you have a need for and it's not there, just ask me.

- Windows Maintenance (mitigating risk for viral infections, cleanup and optimization of the system for performance)
- Computer and Network Setup, Security and Performance Optimization (for wired and/or wireless networks)
- Online Safety Training
- Data Recovery and Data Migration from older computers to new
- Server Setup, Security and Performance Optimization (Windows and/or Linux)
- Remote Support (for most tasks) or on-site if needed
- Data Backup and Recovery Implementation
- Installation and Configuration of various software programs
- Hardware and Software Upgrades
- Tons more. Just ask me.

Please note that I am NOT programmer or software developer.

I know for the old hats on here, this isn't a new place or probably even news; but while I'm not new to guns, I'm new to the local ranges, so here's my experience and viewpoint on the Burnsville Pistol Range (BPR).

The Pros:

1) The staff is professional, nice, and has zero-tolerance for unsafe behavior / b.s. from what I've seen. That's the way it should be everywhere.

2) It's only a gun range. Period. BPR is NOT a gun shop PLUS a range, which is great for those of us who just want to shoot and not shop. Adding to that, while there is a need for a gun shop plus range for trying and buying weapons; there's also room for range-only businesses to survive and thrive. When I shop for guns, I go to Bill's Gun Shop and Range in Robbinsdale, but when I go to shoot, I go to BPR.

3) Related to 2 above, BPR does not rent firearms. I REALLY, REALLY, REALLY (did I mention how much I REALLY) like that. Why do I like it so much? Well, I like it because you don't (usually) get people at BPR who fall into the "Hey let's go rent-a-gun and blow some sh*t up!!" crowd. If there is something like that which happens there, it's often due to an untrained / unaware gun owner or a companion of an untrained / unaware gun owner.

I know that no range or gun shop/range could survive if only trained shooters could go there, but I think at least in theory, that it'd be a great idea if all of the range-only places got together and developed a training class with certification that you had to complete before you could shoot at one of the participating ranges. It would not guarantee safety, but it would help promote it and help eliminate the whiz-bang-shoot'em-up-rent-a-gun crowd from the range-only places. The various ranges could handle everything, it would need to have the guv'ment involved at the city, county or state level.

I did catch someone loading a gun behind the firing line (he felt into the "an untrained / unaware gun owner" and I nicely explained that he needed to help the gun at the firing line pointed down-range while he loads on he table behind the firing line because no one felt like getting shot today. I only had to mention it once (and I'm surprised Roger or Sue didn't notice), but everything was cool about it. He saw I was firing my 22 and his didn't like the ammo, so he gave me a box of 50 rounds. In turn, I let him fire both my weapons.

4) In general, I like the overall vibe of the place. The prices are reasonable, the staff is knowledgeable, helpful and friendly.

5) I took some training with them and it was full of valuable information and non-fluff. At the end of the 2-day class, no one really had any questions. They really covered it pretty well with a very developed training program for the course I took. I would recommend their training classes and range to anyone, and I do.

6) I like their target holders, big metal V clamps vs just some alligator clips like I've seen at other ranges.

7) They don't charge you for the cardboard you have behind your cardboard like another range I went to does. BPR also supplies masking tape for the targets and they will sweep up the brass, while some other ranges you do that yourself. I don't know how the vast majority of ranges are because I've only been to a few, so I don't know what's normal and what isn't as far as those things go.

8) The memberships are very reasonably priced and well worth it.

The Cons:

1) It's nice that they have a rifle bay, but it costs them more money to run it due to damages, repairs and taxes, than it does to have it. It doesn't break-even, let alone profit for them. Hunters need a place to sight their rifles, true that, but they would have been better off adding more pistol range space.

2) I wish they had longer hours on Sunday, but that's not a big deal, it''s just that weekends are usually my only times to shoot.

3) They don't have an outdoor range. I'm sure it's because of being inside the city limits or some other laws, which I understand.

I'm looking to get my first revolver (not my first handgun). Never had one, always wanted one. I'll never carry it, but would like to have one to shoot on occasion. Would be shot by various people (men, women, tall, short, big, small, etc.). Not looking for something like a Bodyguard or LCR. Any suggestions?

Hello Folks....

I am interested in connecting with someone on the board that collects and has an intimate knowledge of these fine European Firearms.
The have facinated me for years, I finally found one I liked and would like to exchange ideas (pick someones brains) to get some information on
this style of firearm.

If you have an interest in Drilling and are willing to share some knowledge over a cup of coffee I would love to talk to you...

Thanks in advance....
DonT

Hi,

The weekend keep ticking by and I realized we're now inside of the 2 week mark for the next Appleseed shoot up in Hinckley.

I'm planning to attend both days with my brother in law and hoping to pick up an orange hat while I'm at it this time around. It's a great event and some of the best training I've ever gotten on any subject.

Info link:

http://appleseedinfo.org/smf/index.php?topic=27643.0

Registration Link:

http://www.eventbrite.com/event/2947186 ... 0%20%20%20

Since my truck decided to blow an engine on the way home from work last week I'm still waiting to determine what my transportation situation will be the weekend after next but might have room to carpool if someone wants to avoid solo trips to Hinkley and back twice over the weekend.

Cheers -- J

In talking to some people, it appears that Alary's is out as an evening BS spot for shooting the doo-doo, because the Hot Dog guy is not coming back. That leaves the difficult choice of scantily clad waitresses on the one hand and the reality of skanky $1.00 carboard pizzas selling for $8 on the other hand. The Gopher, while the most EFFEN gun friendly bar in the TC Metro, has no outside smoking area or patio.

As an alternative, just down West 7th Street a block and a half past The Xcel Energy Center is Burger Moe's, which has all kinds of good burgers plus a full menu of appetizers, and a very nice patio area outside. On a weekday the patio isn't very full, and it has a lot more ambiance than Alary's, particularly when Big Al is wandering around outside. Check it out if you want to, http://www.burgermoes.com/, and let's see if we can come to a decision about this place and what night of the week to go.

Just went to bills and put about 500 rounds of ammo through my new Taurus TCP .380.

First impressions are really good. It ate everything i put into it. Tula, Herters brass, Zombie-max, and some hand loads. The recoil wasnt as bad as i was expecting seeing how small it is. Left a small brusie between my thumb and pointer finger.

I had read reviews that said these come with rough edges and bad machining on the slide, ramp, and barrel. I didnt see or experience anything to support those claims. It functioned very well and smoothly. The double action trigger pull was long and gracefully smooth.

All the Taurus naysayers should reconsider some of these new Made in USA pistols. I am super happy with my purchase. I have seen these little six rounders go for $199-$230 depending on the accessories. Mine came with a nice bulldog belt holster case (looks like a cellphone case) and two six round magazines.

Anyone else just love this gun?

The full post is in Other Events. Just thought I would mention it here to get everyone's attention.

Please lock this thread to keep all the comments in one place.

I have recently been presented the opportunity to get a Delton arms upper with a 16" barrel. I know nothing about them and was wondering if anyone could shed some light as to whether or not they are a decent quality product.

Looking for someone to bead blast my springfield ss champion locally. I have been trying to read up on thins but I'm having a hard time understanding so I am hoping to find someone that knows and has done it before. I am really not a fan of the shiny stainless look and I would like it to be more of a matte stainless. Any advice would be great. Thanks,

-Tom

Looking for a scope or red dot sight for my newest AR build. Wanted to see what there was used locally before I buy something new.
Not looking to spend more than about $250, trying to keep it on a budget. But if a great optic comes along for a great price I'd be willing to spend more.

Hey guys I'm considering getting an Ruger Lc9, just wondering if anyone had one and could share some feedback on it. I have a glock 26 now just looking for some thing a bit thinner(love this gun).

Hey guys my name is Bob I'm from the Mora area. I've been been a member for a very short time, but have been doing alot of reading and learning from your conversations. I would like to thank all of you for imput on different subjects, boy you can learn alot by just reading the different sides of things. Thanks again

Howdy all,
Last December I married a native Minnesota farm girl and recently moved to the Twin Cities from Virginia. I'm as new to shooting as I am to the Land of Lakes. Wrench told me about MNGunTalk over at THR forum. I'm poking around for general info, places to shoot, basic training, decent ammo prices, and friendly chats with others that don't mind things that go "boom".
Have a good Monday,
Santo

dealers, internet armchair lawyers etc... whoever wants to chime in really - i have a question about a long and detailed conversation i got into tonight over beers that left everyone stumped.

completely hypothetical scenario: if you had a gun for sale, and a resident of another state says they want to buy it. you say: would have to be transferred through a dealer to be on the up and up. potential buyer says: my son is a resident of the state in which you reside even though i am not. i'll give you his number, just sell it to him. deal is set up and transaction is made.

question 1: have you as a resident done anything wrong? after all, you sold to a legal buyer. however, you realize that there is a possibility that son is more than likely going to just give it to dad.

question 2: does your inkling of something fishy about to take place put you at risk of anything? after all, son may actually be the person who owns this for their lifetime. you do not have any way to confirm or deny that anyone else may ever own this firearm or what they intend to do with it. after all - again - you sold to a legally viable buyer according to the laws in the state in which you reside.

question 3: IF son then turned around and gave gun to dad in a different state - as family members - has son done anything wrong ?

question 4: IF anything illegal HAS taken place by son giving said gun to dad - how would that be any different than a LEGAL buyer using the gun you sold them to commit an armed robbery? you had no idea they intended to do harm with said gun any more than a licensed FFL who did a NICS check would have - so, can yo be put in any trouble for the actions of another later?

brought up some really good discussion. thought i'd share the love

The situation-

I have a jewel trigger in a preban colt receiver. I have a single stage factory trigger in a RRA lower. I want to swap triggers, sell the Colt receiver. I know the pins and receivers are different sizes.

The question - Can I do this? Do the triggers care what size pins are used? Thanks!

I have a Mernickle holster set for sale that fits a Commander 4.25" 1911, mag holder is for single stack and the belt is marked 34 length.
The plan was to carry my 4" 1911's in but I never used it, so it is basically new.


Here is a link to Mernickle's web site and this exact holster setup.
http://www.mernickleholsters.com/pssys/ps6sys1r7.html

Would like $200 for the set and I pay shipping to your door.
I can be contact by either e-mail or PM through this forum, both will work.

Took the girlfriend shooting yesterday for basically the first time in her life (she shot a shot gun ONCE way back when). The first trip was fun took our time blowing through 350 rounds. We got back home, I told if she was going to shot she had to learn how to clean the gun, I wasn't even finished before she wanted to go back to Bill's South. Blew through another 400 rounds, both trips I spent more times loading magazines for her to shoot, until she found my loader in my range bag then she took over. All in all it was a fun day, although she did shoot up the majority of what ammo I had on hand. After we got home after the second trip she was grilling me on what she needs to buy a gun and wants me to find one for her.

First I have a 1919a4 izzy 308 kit with an 80% right side plate.
the kit is missing the lock frame and charging handle.
I have had the kit for 4 years and haven't built it yet so its time to go. $750 or bo.




The next is a sage international 870 stock. I decided to go a different route with my 870. $125

I have 18 steel frames/signs & a bunch of riders for them. $50 cash for the entire lot. Located in Bloomington.

Hi,

I've got a pair of brand new Samsung (now Seagate) SATA 2 hard drives I purchased for a project last year that I never go around to using and figured someone here might be able to use them.

These are the HD155UI model (1.5 TB / 5400 RPM / 32m) F4 "EcoGreen" drives with original 3 year warranties (both good until July, 2014) - serial numbers of the drives are 3 digits apart. These were purchased to build a mirrored drive set to back up data on a media server I was building once upon a time. Drives are bare OEM style in the plastic clamshells with mounting screws + a user guide, never installed or even taken out of the packaging since I've had them.

Looking for $175 cash for the pair or trade for firearm stuff (5.56 or .308 ammo, AR stuff, Ruger 10/22 or other .22 rifles, etc..). PM me what you have, I'm fine with trades + cash from you but am not interested in adding cash on my end.

thanks! -- J

The Third Saturday is fast approaching and that means a Steel Shoot.

OK. What's needed
just like the Second rule of gunfights states......Bring a Gun!...... 9mm, .38, 41, 44, 45, will do the job.

Holster, not needed for a Tyro, but you cannot shoot Man v Man without one. The trigger MUST be covered.
Round count, in a perfect world 100 would suffice. If you have the slightest idea you might miss, bring more....lots more. I don't miss much but I still bring 200
Hearing protection, if you want to be able to talk with your grandkids bring it, learning sign language at 50 isn't easy.
Eye Protection, good quality sunglasses, safety glasses or prescription glasses are MANDATORY, they should wrap around the side or have side panels.
Think of your shooting glasses as your American Express Card, don't leave home without them. We're shooting at Steel, bullets shatter, pieces of them bounce.
Clothes...This is Minnesota, bring snow clothes, rain gear, sunscreen, shorts....you get the picture...be a boy scout.

If you believe the TV weather forecasters, we should have a nice day... Maybe

Hydration, bring something to drink, it may be hot (or cold) so bring water or something else. (personally I don't consume caffeine when shooting it gives me the shakes)
Food, the town is six miles from the range and there are no facilities on site, bring some lunch, you might get hungry otherwise.
Start Time, Setup will be at 8:30, Shooting will start at 9:30.
COF, Four stages, each of 4 strings with the best three times to count. The winner will be the one with the lowest total time for the 12 runs.

$15 for Non Members, $10 for Members. (Gopher Campfire Club Members)

So I got bored and bought a Sunday paper today. Look through the ads. I start reading through the GM ad. Aren't they supposed to be experts with all things outdoors?

First they mis-spell 9mm Luger. They put Lugar in a couple places. You can clearly see on the product image it is spelled Luger.

Then they advertise a S&W model 642 with a 6 round capacity for $450. Same thing for the 637.

I am getting moody in my old age.

Any MN shops that might carry a 15# or so recoil spring for a Springfield XDm? I'm leaving for the CMMG Midwest 3-Gun match this Thusday early in the morning so shipping one from out of state is cutting it way too close. My current .40 load at a 136 PF is just barely getting by on the factory 18# spring and I would like to get a lighter spring for peace of mind. Thanks

My Dad's ok, but he's getting to the point where he's not using his rifles anymore, and the next time I head home looks like I'll be getting the firearm part of my inheritance early. also, I always knew my dad was particularly fond of his m1 carbine, turns out that's because it's actually an m2.

anyone familiar with what I'll have to do too take possession of this? Tax stamp? Some kind of permit?

Well, I went to the doctor and found that I have 21 in my blood and normal is 10 or less. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency ... 003360.htm and so my thought is while I am well below 40, I don't want it to increase.

I have only shot indoors and would like to further minimize my risk to lead exposure/absorption, so what do you guys do?
What can I do to reduce the lead level I have in my blood, to prevent it from increasing, and to minimize exposure?

Currently.....

I wash my face in the bathroom at the range after I'm doing firing my rounds for the day.
I don't eat after going to the range unless I've showered first.
I change out of my clothes right away when I get home and then I immediately hit the shower, shampooing my mustache and beard.
I usually spend 2 hours on the range and have done so for the past month or so. Before that, I hadn't shot in 25 years.

What am I doing wrong and/or what could I do? What could I do better?

I'd LOVE to be able to shoot outdoors ALL of the time, but I live in the south metro, not on my own land with tons of acreage.

HELP!!

About a year ago or so I tried the Remora holster and ended up sending it back because it was just too thick for my taste and also didn't sit well against my skin (irritating).

I've been reading about the Sticky Holster for a while now and never gave it much thought until recently and after buying the Shield I decided to give it a try.

First thoughts, very good fit and finish and the gun disappears in both feel and concealment, I hardly notice it at all even when sitting down on it. Going to try it with the TCP as well and imagine that will be pretty much non existent in this setup.

So far so good... anyone else try one of these?
http://stickyholsters.com/

Recent fruit of buying, selling, swapping adventures......

I've always lusted after the MC operator. Hope it shoots as well as advertized.

Traded with a buddy in MD for the Kimber. It's a 25th anniversary edition that he had worked over by Novak's shop. Replaced everything but the barrel, frame, and slide and refinished in matte blue. I'm thinking it would be a nice graduation present for Jackson next year. Or for me



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Got some more extras from package deal....

Comp-Tac CTAC IWB holster for 1911. Fits railed 1911s like the MC Operator. Also fits standard 1911. $55

VZ Grips for full size 1911s. Ambi relieved. Small amount of material removed at top of right grip panel (seen in pic) to accomodate Springfield Ambi safety. Rear of grips have divots/chips the size of quarter. Not visible from any other side. $35

Pachmayr wrap arounds taken off of MC Operator $15

FTF in SW burbs, or wherever it works for both of us. Thanks for looking!




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Funny and scary at same time. The nanny state is great.

http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=34a_1317870586

Didn't see this anyplace.

edit to add-- It's Today

After searching around I came up with a few different threads on similar subjects, but nothing that specifically pertains to my question.

I had always heard that a person may legally buy a handgun via private sale if they are 18 and from a FFL if they are 21 and have a permit to purchase. This makes it all a bit hard to understand.

After reading the other threads I came to the conclusion that private handgun sales in MN do not require a transfer permit if you know the person, know they arent going to commit a crime with the firearm, and are legally allowed to own it. I understood that, while verifying that the buyer has a permit to purchase will help simplify the process, it is not a necessity for the buyer to have a PTP if the criteria are met.

So, a permit to purchase is not required for a private sale? It is legal for someone age 18-20 to have a handgun transferred to them (not having a permit to purchase).

Is it legal for a parent (21+) with a permit to purchase, to buy a firearm as a gift for someone 18-20 without a permit to purchase? Would there need to be transfer papers for something like that?

I'm not looking for loop-holes here, I'm just trying to get a better understanding of the law because, as it seems with most laws / regulations, there is a lot of grey area.

I went to cabelas after work to buy some range ammo for my Taurus TCP. Im just casually looking at the selection and i see out of the corner of my eye one of the "Gun guys" who works there. He proceded to grill me on ammo and why i shouldnt buy hollowpoints for my .380 (didnt ask for his angry opinion) and asked why i wanted to buy ammo today and i told him that i was just looking to buy some to break in the new Taurus and how i was waiting on my carry permit. He then flies off the hangle about how awful Taurus is and how all their guns are made in South America and everyone hes ever owned (which apparently was everyone one of them) was a piece of crap. I informed him that many are now made in Miami and he just wouldnt believe it and looked at me like i was clueless.

I tend to have a lot of patience for people like this.

To top it off he starts asking me what sort of hearing protection i use at the range and i told him i use ear plugs. He flies off the handle and tells me that i am going to go deaf and tries to sell me a 50 dollar headset ad a box of earplugs. I calmly turned around and walked away.

I have never had an experience like this at that store and it has left me kind of sour.

Share your "gun guy" employee stories.

Came of a 12 gauge express magnum that I'm rebuilding. Lots of finish wear, but plenty solid and lots of life yet. Comes with sock and forearm, buttpad and screws, stock screw, metal stock spacer. Fun extras-

el cheapo Remington padded sling
beat up set of sling swivels
sling swivel stud
870 mag cap with sling swivel

All this for the every day low price of $30.

So posting here for two reasons:
First to get feedback on the knife shown. Anyone familiar with these? It is a Smith & Wesson, made in Germany (S&W imports and brands them). They have a 3 1/2" stainless steel, spring loaded blade. 4.5" closed, about 8" open. VERY sharp. Has a pocket clip on the back. Also has a seat belt cutter, and a window punch on the end. Salesman told me these are very popular with cops and firefighters. Also comes in a case with velcro closure and belt loop. I've found similar knives online in the same MSRP range, but not this exact knife.

All that said, I think its a dang good knife, and have a box of them I'd like to sell through. Suggested retail is $89 each. I'm selling them for just $5 over my cost, for three reasons: I had them marked with my phone number on the handle and business name on the blade, so its an advertisement for me. Hoping they provide some word of mouth sales for me. Secondly, I am small and just starting out, and the word of mouth will do me a lot more good than sitting on these for a while trying to make a fat profit on them. And third is kind of tied to second...as I am just starting out, I have very little cash flow, and I have a bunch tied up in these knives. So the quicker i can move them and recoup some cost, the quicker I can get more inventory. Turn and burn inventory is the name of the game for me. Low margins, and high turns.

MSRP is $89. After shipping I paid $41 per knife. Asking $46 each, plus $5 if you want it shipped. Accept credit cards by phone, paypal (via gift, or add 3% for the fee if you do it as a purchase), or cash face to face. Can meet around the TC metro area Monday. I'll be in Golden Valley Monday, coming from the Forest Lake area, so I'm pretty flexible on where. Any other day next week I can meet in the Forest Lake, Blaine area.

Thanks for looking.
Matt

Just got rid of my 10mm, and since the reason I always get more 10mm's is because I have ammo--I'm getting rid of the rest of my 10mm ammo.

So--

95rds Blazer Aluminum 200gr TMJ (1 full box, one partial w/45rds)
36rds Hornady 180gr XTP (1 full box, 1 partial w/16rds)
20rds Hornady 200gr XTP
35rds Federal Classic 180gr Hi-Shok (1 full box, one partial w/15rds)
14rds Federal 180gr HydraShok (partial)
50rds Ultramax 180gr FMJ
50rds Pro Load 180gr JHP (looks like XTP's)
50rds PMC Bronze 200gr FMJ-TC
75rds Winchester 175gr Silvertip (3 full, one partial w/15rds)

Grand total of 425 rounds. Sticker value on the unopened boxes is just shy of $200.

$200 for the lot, or would trade for equal value of 9mm, .45acp or .22TCM. Factory brass cased, please; I've nothing against Tula/Wolf/Bear, but I've got a bungload of it right now.

Located in Willmar. I'm really not interested in breaking it up unless you're willing to drive here. If someone wants the whole shebang, I would be willing to drive to the western/SW burbs.

There's a possibility I may have some extra money at the end of the month and I have an itch to buy a revolver in 44 Mag. I've always loved the lines of the S&W Model 29 ever since Clint Eastwood made it famous in the Dirty Harry movies.

While I know my way around 1911's I'm not sure what to look for when looking at a used revolver. I've heard the M29's can get loose after shooting full power loads but other than that I know little about them.

What are some of the things you look for when looking at a used revolver? Also, how do the Ruger Redhawks and various Taurus models stack up versus a S&W? What are their weak points to look out for?