Leather Holsters

Go to your local auto parts store and purchase a bottle of Lexol leather conditioner (16 oz. ~ $10). I’ve used this for years on everything from car seat leather, baseball gloves, leather belts, leather jackets, shoes and yes leather holsters. It really works magic on leather, making the leather feel broken-in and gun holsters.

O NOT use anything on your holster unless it’s recommended by the maker otherwise you’ll wind up with a useless piece of leather. Wrap the unloaded gun in a plastic baggie or wax paper (wax side out) and leave it overnight, if still tight leave it in for another 4-6 hours. You can also just sit in front of the TV and just draw your weapon in/out till it loosens up. Just make absolutely sur that the gun is unloaded and keep the ammo/mag in another room if other folks/kids are around.

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Cool
I just noticed that Brownells is buying blog ads.

I just noticed that Brownells is buying blog ads.

Public face of gun rights battle
The Chicago Tribune has a look.

The Chicago Tribune has a look.

Youngest Ore. Zoo orangutan likes Colts
Clydesdales to appear in Super Bowl ad after all New Orleans filling up for Super Bowl LA megachurch hopes to win Super Bowl ad contest Irsay hopes to extend Manning’s deal after season Colts’ Super Bowl arrival rekindles ‘07 memories Colts, Saints show

Interview with David Hardy
Interview with David Hardy, producer and director of a new documentary that will help all of us in helping others understand the truth meaning of the Second Amendment.

How to get a grenade launcher
ABC news report. Looks a bit off to me.

ABC news report. Looks a bit off to me.

More pocket protection
Free in Idaho on his pocket carry.

Free in Idaho on his pocket carry.

Magpul

Originally Posted By dutchman74:
who is Chris Costa and whats his claim to fame?

He’s an instructor at Magpul Dynamics.

I doubt he would say he has any claim to fame, just a guy with some skills that likes to teach them to people and happens to be very good at it.

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Presented without comment
Bin Laden blasts US over global warming: Al-Qaida leader Osama bin Laden has called for the world to boycott American goods and the U.S. dollar, blaming the United States and other industrialized countries for global warming, according to a new audiotape released Friday.

Bin Laden blasts US over global warming:

Al-Qaida leader Osama bin Laden has called for the world to boycott American goods and the U.S. dollar, blaming the United States and other industrialized countries for global warming, according to a new audiotape released Friday.

Racist is dead
And by dead, I mean devoid of any real meaning when hurled as an accusation. Killing ‘racist’ just like ‘fascist’

And by dead, I mean devoid of any real meaning when hurled as an accusation.

Killing ‘racist’ just like ‘fascist’

Been legitimized for a while
This year at SHOT, like last year and the one before, shows how popular the AR-15 is.

This year at SHOT, like last year and the one before, shows how popular the AR-15 is.

Rapid fire guns
A Collier Flintlock Revolver and The Puckle Gun here

A Collier Flintlock Revolver and The Puckle Gun here

The paper they’re written on
Queens man walks right through order of protection and murders a woman.

Queens man walks right through order of protection and murders a woman.

Ironridge Precision 308 AR
Military Times has a look and some pics at the precision 308 from IronRidge.

Military Times has a look and some pics at the precision 308 from IronRidge.

Media at SHOT
NSSF has a look

NSSF has a look

The Gay
One man claims to be ‘cured‘

One man claims to be ‘cured‘

holsters

I realize this is not the accessories or holster forum but it is the Glock Magazines forum

I need a comfortable IWB Blackhawk Holster for my G19.

What do you guys recommend?

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After a lot of money spent and a pile of holsters in my closet, I’m thrilled to say that I finally found a minimalist IWB Blackhawk Holster which does the job exceptionally well, feels like I’m not even wearing a Handgun Holsters, costs only $25 and is a stocking item ready to ship. What is it? High Noon Bare Asset. I’m getting them for all my carry guns now.

I ‘m portly and need that to be kept in mind.

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AK-47

Finally, has anyone ever had an issue with stock screws backing out/coming loose?
I don’t think loc-tite will work, with PLASTIC AK-47 stocks, so I was wondering if a tiny dab of clear silicone would work, to keep the screws from backing out? I have a buddy who has this problem. I know that ak-47 Holster company has always recommended to use a dab of clear silicone, on the threads of their holster screws, to act as a sort of Loc-Tite. The clear silicone has proven to work really well for me in that application.
Anyone else have a better idea, to use on the stock screws, in conjunction with plastic stocks????
Thanks for help with the above questions guys.

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CZ 52 magazines

CZ 52 magazines , poly, 9mm. It has the cheap glow-in-the-dark night sights instead of the tritium ones, but who gives a crap.

It’s got the rounded trigger that I prefer instead of the one that’s almost straight, and the trigger pull is smooooth!

I picked it up from Academy for $487 out the door. The website stated they only come with 10-round magazines. The guy I called to make sure they had them in stock said they only come with 10-round magazines. The card next to the display pistol said it only came with 10-round magazines. The only one they had left was the display pistol, so I snagged it.

Opened it up just now after getting home. Came with a snap-cap with about a dozen soft green primer things, a trigger lock (I’d throw it away if I weren’t a packrat by nature; the hazards of having Depression survivors for grandparents. ), a magazine loader, and… two 16-round CZ 52 magazine.

HA! Suck on that, Academy!

She’s beautiful! This pistol has so much character, I’ve GOT to give it a name! Now I gotta look up Czech names online for this thing.

No range report any time soon, as I’m an impoverished college student. I only was able to afford the pistol thanks to a donation by a VERY generous and wonderful friend. I wasn’t able to afford a box of ammo, however.

Finally! A REAL handgun (no, my CZ 52 magazines and my Mauser c96 Bolo I’m currently restoring don’t count. ), and one I’ve been wanting to get for the last three- no, nearly four now- years.

My day is made.

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Beretta 92 Magazine

‘ve been looking for a blued Beretta 92 Magazine (80’s production). I have read reports and "talk" about the locking block being prone to breakage. I’m not a high volume shooter and have always been interested in getting a Beretta 92F.

I’d like some feedback from users here about there first hand experience with the Beretta 92 Magazines. I’m not looking for a pistol that will last 100,000. I just need to know that it won’t have a cracked slide or something after a thousand rounds.

he locking block issues seem to only occur with VERY high volume shooters, and even then it’s not like it’s super common.
If the beretta couldn’t go 1,000 rounds without failures, the army wouldn’t be issuing them to their special forces, PERIOD. Beretta’s have a good reputation for reliability, buy with confidence

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Walther p99 magazines

Recommended on another site was heavy lube and working the action dry cycle…I kid you not…Walther p99 magazine times: I did it to mine…quite a little workout…wear a glove.

Then fire a couple of Walther p99 magazines .

There’s alot of debate whether you should run only ball ammo in them.

Again, from elsewhere; important ammo considerations.

1. OAL of the round.

2. Shape of the round…HP must be as close to ball in shape as possible.

3. Feed ramp angle and polish; though this is only infrequently a problem.

Remington 95 gr FMJ seemed to meet approval, Winchester equivelent would most likely be fine; all else, especially anything not ball, simply must be tried out.

Though a good break-in is recommended before you start experimenting with the HP ammo.

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Browning Magazine

Got it yesterday. Shot it, fifty rounds of browning magazine 115s on steel. No problems, cept the steel was calibrated for .40 and I had to hit it that much higher to put it down. Hell, I finger fucked it so hard before I got the paperwork done I had already bled on it. I’ve bled on every one of my fighting pistols, its only the revolvers I don’t bleed on.

Somehow FedEx shipped it to QUEBEC first. How they did that I do not know. I was fortunate that they did not discover the contents of the package before they flew it back to the United States!

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I wish they would’ve sent it here first instead!!! I am happy for you. Now where’s your pics?

Now don’t flame me for asking this and it’s kind of off topic, but I was thinking about it the other day. Would you dare shoot Wolf through that? I don’t know why I thought of it, I don’t even own any. I’m just curious. I have shot some through my browning magazines and even my 1911, but hobbs said I shouldn’t back in the day.

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Sig Sauer 239 magazines

Sig Sauer 239 magazines was cleaned and lubed before heading out. I soaked the extractor in CLP at the range and cleaned it there. That didn’t make any difference in the frequency of FTEx.

This is a real disappointment for me. I really, really like the way the Sig Sauer 239 magazine feels and points. The trigger was fine and for the 6 times the pistol actually functioned as a auto-loader follow-up shots seemed to be fast. I was hoping that this was going to be my new carry pistol, but that isn’t going to happen until it’s fixed.

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Of course they do
The liquor lobby says getting rid of their monopoly will cause people to lose their businesses, lower prices.

The liquor lobby says getting rid of their monopoly will cause people to lose their businesses, lower prices.

Pro-Gun Bill Pre-Filed in New Mexico for 2010 Session!
State Senator George Munoz (D-4) has pre-filed NRA-supported legislation for the 2010 thirty-day session of the New Mexico Legislature. Senate Bill 40 would allow concealed handgun licensees to lawfully carry handguns for self-defense in certain establishments that serve alcohol for consumption on the premises. Governor Bill Richardson (D) has agreed to message the bill, which will make it eligible for consideration during what is primarily a budget-only session.

AR-15 Video
A look at how it works, from Army.

A look at how it works, from Army.

AR-15 Accessories

I’m completely and absolutely new to the AR-15 model rifle, and I only own a German K98k.

I’m looking into getting once of these magnificent firearms, but I have no idea as to where to start, can you help a clueless newbie?

I’m trying to get one before the price goes up anymore that they already have, but I’m not looking to spend a ton.

thanks in advance.

That being said, I have a midlength gas system on my 6.8 AR15 accessories SPR.

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Revolver Holsters

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I shall be the oddball in saying I like my fobus foNot particularly enamored of synthetics; the Fobus worked and it was cheap, which is why I tried another one for my new gun Holster.

I much prefer leather Holsters; but, being as big a skinflint at heart as the next cop, if the plastic el cheapo worked satisfactorily, why spend large for custom leather? Of course, THIS plastic el chea revolver holsters work satisfactorily. So I spent large for custom Leather Holster… along with having to eat my words.

Back when I was working on the range every day, and Kydex was a new phenomenon, I tried a Blade-Tech for my P220. Its good stuff, but just didn’t trip my trigger, so to speak. But I am looking forward to receiving my Kramer scabbard. The many presentations necessary to "break-in" the Leather Holster will give yet more familirization with the gun. That LEM trigger takes a bit of getting used ankle holsters, but I like it.

Anyway, just thought you’d be interested to hear that I was Tactical holster on me own petard..

my Glock Magazines 17 better than all three of

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Magpul

Got to see Chris run his bolt action .308 with the Magpul. He was fast as lighting and hit the steel plate every time. Got to watch him unload a couple mags on the the steel plate at an very fast pace, he didn’t miss once. Guy is a great shot and very down to earth. Got to talk to him for a few minutes in between target changes.

He was pretty cool and down to earth

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Safariland Holsters

Thanks for that info. I wouldn’t expect them to be of poor quality based on everything I’ve read about RC here and elsewhere. The wings are a newer option. Before it was the clips attached to the main holster which I believe is still an option. Having the safariland tactical holsters farther out might help spread the weight and get the clips out of the way and by making the wings flexible will allow for it to adjust to curvature of different body shapes better than if the wings were made of the same material as the holster itself. More good innovation from RC.

After spending $140 and waiting six months, I received a High-Noon "Closing Argument" for my G26 (I know, not the same as you’re talking about, but High-noon follows a similar pattern for their IWB Pocket Holsters). Thank god for their no-questions-asked return policy. It felt like I was carrying a brick in my pants. I shipped that POS back ASAP, and bought an Safariland Holsters. It was $80 and it came in a Pistol Magazine. It is so comfortable I forget it’s there, and it conceals nicely.

One thing I’ll give High-Noon: they use metal belt clips. If the MTAC had metal belt clips, it would be perfect. For $25, the Bare Asset may get the job done cheaply, but the High-noon design is subpar, IMO.

Dead…. personally, I see no need to spend that kind of money nor wait that long for a holster.

There’s nothing the least bit subpar about the cowboy holsters in my use; I LOVE it. And the $25 price! And the immediate availability!

The BareAsset does exactly what I want it to do and I am "barely" aware that I’m even carrying…. which is the main complaint I have with so many holsters that feel like you’re wearing some sort of a heavily built orthopedic device or something. At $25 and immediate shipping, the BareAsset holds my gun at a nice cant, just behind my hip, securely, comfortably, and effectively. I’m a very happy camper with them!

Leave the gun in it at night for awhile before using a gun holster? When I was a kid we used to tie a mitt around a baseball and soak it in water. Have no idea if it really did anything.

I bought one galco Pocket Holster that I have had for awhile and the pistol holster still won’t come out of the holster without a God awful yankhttp://www.ar15.com/images/pixels/clear.gif

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Western Holsters

I used Fobus holsters for a time but unfo

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Originally Posted By Aimless:
One instructor who taught retention classes said the first thing he would do is single out someone with a fobus concealment holsters, have him put a blue gun Holster in, then grab it and yank it so that the fobus Western Holsters broke in half, then hand him a $ 20.

When the Western Holster first came out I thought the 360 degree adjustability feature would be worthwhile as I was spending 3 1/2 to 4 hours twice a week on a commute to work in another city and I wanted something I could adjust to work for a seated car position.

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AR-15 Accessories and Parts

The best for me is what ive built for myself with known quality parts.My original Bushmasters were great but after their rebuilds owning them the last 16 years they are better.My main carbines parts are.

CMT M4 ramped upper with a CMMG socom 14.7/permanent ar15 A2 hider with M4 extension.
LMT enhanced M16 carrier with all colt internals including the bolt.Lower is Bushmaster with a CMT hammer all other parts are orignal and an RRA type 2 telestock assembly with a 9mm buffer.Carry handle is a Colt and my BUIS is a GG&G MAD2 to 600 meter arperture disc.My back up carbines the same only a Sabre defence barrel and my wifes has a Bushmaster 1/7 M4 profile with phantom all 1/7 barrels.

Bushmaster makes a great rifle and barrels are good I just prefer certain parts ar-15 Accessories MP and HP tested individually and im willing to pay for those..barrels,bolts and carriers.Get something that has a chromelined barrel 4140 or 4150 steel is not gonna matter in a semi-auto AR.

I like Colt I just hate the larger FCG parts that I wish they would just go back to standard as there reasoning going bigger was to apease the anti-gun crwod way back but like we saw in 94 no AR manufacturer skirted the ban no matter the concesion..thats my only gripe with them other wise their parts are outstanding..wish I could get their soccom barrels cheaper

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Blackhawk Holsters

I have no issue with Fobus Uncle Mikes Holsters. I trusted one to carry my M9 around various FOB’s in Afghanistan, granted when I left the wire my pistol holster moved up to my body armor mounted Blackhawk Serpa.

It was plenty comfortable for walking around and sitting down and such Blackhawk Holsters (it was belt mounted) and I never worried about my weapon falling out of it.

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I’ve got an older Fobus roto-paddle holster for my Glock Magazines. It’s ok for range work or screwing around at home. Never thought about using for CCW even before all the talk about being able to rip it off. It just doesn’t conceal worth a damn unless you wear a bulky coat all the time. All in all, it’s worth the 20 bucks I paid for it 5 years ago as it’s held up fine for what I bought it for.

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