Video of comedian Rob Schneider building his own rifle.  I hear he's a 2A conservative guy which is rare in Hollywood.


I got tickets to see his show at the Blue Note in Waikiki in a couple weeks.  Can't wait!  Hopefully meet with him on the side.

Israel has very strict.gun laws which is perplexing given the constant warfare, terrorism, and being surrounded by anti-israeli nations that want to kill all of them.

To possess a gun there you need to go through many requirements and provide a valid reason for needing a firearm.  Just self defense isn't sufficient.

Once approved, Israelis can possess one pistol and up to 50 rounds of ammo.  Or a long gun based on the purpose such as Olympic shooting, hunting, etc.


They loosened their laws a tad today.

https://twitter.com/itamarbengvir/status/1711094677401653385

Today I directed the Firearms Licensing Division to go on an emergency operation, in order to allow as many citizens as possible to arm themselves.

The plan will take effect within 24 hours, below are its main points:

1. Any citizen who meets the detailed tests for carrying a private firearm due to self-defense and serving the security forces, and is without a criminal or medical record, will be required to undergo a telephone interview instead of a physical interview, and will be able to receive permission to carry a firearm within a week.

(Self-defense tests: residence in an eligible settlement, rifle veterans 07 and above, officers in the rank of lieutenant and above and combatants in the rank of major and above in the IDF and the security forces, service in special units, firefighters, policemen, and workers and volunteers in the rescue forces).

2. Any citizen who received a conditional permit to purchase a firearm and did not purchase a firearm during the year 2023 and the conditional license has expired, will be able to purchase a firearm now without the need to submit another application. The exemption will apply to about 4000 citizens.

3. Any citizen who deposited his weapon in the last six months due to failure to perform refresher training or renewal training, will be able to receive his weapon back. The exemption will apply to about 1800 citizens.

4. In addition, starting next Tuesday, conditional permits to carry firearms will be issued with a permit allowing the purchase of up to 100 bullets instead of 50 today.

All this in addition to the criteria change that should happen soon.

I thank the members of the Firearms Licensing Division, the Civil Response Department of the Israel Police and the employees of the Ministry of Health for the very important commitment that will allow as many citizens as possible to arm themselves and protect themselves and their environment when necessary.

FPC has offered to help Hunter Biden with his gun charges.  The lying on the form and possessing a gun while using drugs should be struck down under the 2nd.

This could also lead to other things.  Removing the State questionaire when buying a gun or getting CCW on 2A and self incrimination grounds.  Banning gun possession when not under the influence is also a 2A violation, like with medical marijuana.

So I guess it worked, less crime in Waikiki!

Decrease in assault cases by 4%
Decrease in burglary cases by 31%
Decrease in criminal property damage cases by 28%
Decrease in theft overall by 6%

Doesn't sound that dramatic a decrease to me. 

So 2 questions:
1.  Did they just kick out the crime to other places?
2.   Why isn't this done in all places all the time.


Waikiki sees ‘dramatic decrease’ in crime after 1 year of ‘Safe and Sound’ initiative

https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2023/09/05/live-city-leaders-hold-news-conference-mark-1-year-anniversary-safe-sound-program/

Oahu Search and Rescue Kaiwi 5k Run/Walk Oct 28th

As many of you know, I will be stepping down as the President and Director of HIFICO to pursue other endeavors, one being Search and Rescue.    I've returned to doing volunteer SAR from my past experience in the Hing Cerfp.  OSAR promotes outdoor safety and finds missing persons like lost hikers and the elderly that wander off.  OSAR is entirely funded with donations from the community.

If I've helped you with gun stuff in the past, you can return the favor and run this race with me.  It has always been my goal to unite the public and gun owners to support the 2A through community events such as this.  $40 gets you in with a nice T-Shirt.  If you have a business, you help sponsor this event starting from $250 and up.

Register at:
https://www.oahusar.org/race/



https://www.facebook.com/oahusearchandrescue
https://www.oahusar.org

I signed up for the Active Self Protection - Bibles and Bullets Conference hosted by John Correia and Flint Hills Foster Camp.  This is a weekend of self -defense training on Sept 29-Oct 1st in Manhattan, Kansas.  Lead national instructors volunteered to teach classes in self-defense tactics, OC spray, handgun, psychology and many others.  This will be my first time attending, third for Soleil.  I forgone the option to sleep in the dorms and will instead be pitching a tent under the stars

The conference costs $600 which is fully donated to the foster camp and space is still available.  I got a rental car and an extra tent for anyone that wants to join us.  https://activeselfprotection.com/asp-national-conference-bullets-and-bibles-2023/







Here's the class options.  Some beginner, some advanced.  Class registration just started so I'll see what I get in a couple weeks.

A good video to explain biases and how they work.  Essentially you can never prove a theory true. Instead you have to try and disprove a theory and if you can't, then the theory is closer to being true.

Cool video on high speed camera on pistol ricochets on steel plate

Bullet will significantly fragment at angles less than 45 degrees.  At 45 degrees most of the bullet stays together.  At 60 degrees, the bullet has significant penetration post ricochet.  At 75 degrees, the bullet is mostly intact and retains most of it's energy.

Also note the departure angle is very shallow and hugs the wall.  Which is why you keep your distance from cover so you don't get a ricochet to the face.

This was being passed around a few months ago but I didn't post it as I wasn't sure if it was for public release.  Just noticed its linked on the KHSC page now.

https://www.honolulu.gov/rep/site/dpr/pmrs_docs/Koko_Head_Shooting_Complex_Safety_Health__Environmental_Recommendations_-_Parks__Recreation_Feb_2023.pdf

These are the recommendations from the range consultants hired by the city.  Most of it is industry standard stuff and explains why things are the way they are.  Give it a good read and promote safe practices at the range.

Honolulu recently allocated $2.3 million for range improvements in 2024 to continue working on these recommendations.

HJ44 is a Congressional resolution to repeal the ATFs new rule regulating pistol braces.  It just passed the House.

What's more interesting is the Congressional Review Act (CRA).  This allows congress to repeal rules made by an agency and was used in this case.  It requires the resolution to be passed by the House and Senate, and cannot be filibustered, so just needs to pass with 51 votes in the Senate.  Also the President is not involved.  So this could actually happen.

This couldve been applied to bump stocks at the federal level too.

https://www.kennedy.senate.gov/public/2023/3/kennedy-marshall-clyde-introduce-resolution-to-stop-biden-admin-from-turning-lawful-gunowners-into-felons-with-pistol-brace-rule