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Tools and Uses => Firearms and Accessories => Topic started by: stangzilla on October 21, 2020, 03:37:21 PM
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what is your HD, SD or SHTF gun or guns and what kind of accessories are on them? and why is that your choice?
pics would be good too if you have
rifle, handgun, shotgun, etc
lights, lasers, sling, etc
i'm finally getting mine finalized very soon. will post pics when they are done
would be nice to see what others have done or are doing
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what is your HD, SD or SHTF gun or guns and what kind of accessories are on them? and why is that your choice?
pics would be good too if you have
rifle, handgun, shotgun, etc
lights, lasers, sling, etc
i'm finally getting mine finalized very soon. will post pics when they are done
would be nice to see what others have done or are doing
i don't have any of those things...
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All same for me.
Handgun
- RDS current preferred, but ok with irons
- I have a white light on my "nightstand" gun, but not essential
Long gun
- Red dot 1x with fixed front BUIS and folding rear
- AFAB
- White light, X300 at 12 o'clock
- Sling, 2pt, but worn as necklace
- Ambi CH and safety, but ok with "standard"
- Geissele trigger
- LMT or B5 SOPMOD stock, but like the newer/lighter B5 Bravo stock
Laser
- Westinghouse M-25 40-watt phased plasma pulse gun ;D
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i don't have any of those things...
making you a dull boy girl
:rofl:
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making you a dull boy girl
:rofl:
heads
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All same for me.
Handgun
- RDS current preferred, but ok with irons
- I have a white light on my "nightstand" gun, but not essential
Long gun
- Red dot 1x with fixed front BUIS and folding rear
- AFAB
- White light, X300 at 12 o'clock
- Sling, 2pt, but worn as necklace
- Ambi CH and safety, but ok with "standard"
- Geissele trigger
- LMT or B5 SOPMOD stock, but like the newer/lighter B5 Bravo stock
Laser
- Westinghouse M-25 40-watt phased plasma pulse gun ;D
only what you see here
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HD:
Crazy Joe Biden’s double barrel o’justice. Two blasts off the balcony.
Shit I don’t have a balcony, well...
Two blasts the bastahd coming in my house.
Coupled with a 38 spcl S&W bodyguard revolver with built in laser.
No lights.
SD:
Assuming for carry,
Again the bodyguard for concealed.
Glock17 if open.
SHTF:
Glock and a BCM 14.5” AR I with 2-7 scope with illuminated dot in the center of the reticle and TLR-3 mounted light.
Where can I get one of those plasma pulse guns? :D
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HD:
Crazy Joe Biden’s double barrel o’justice. Two blasts off the balcony.
Shit I don’t have a balcony, well...
Two blasts the bastahd coming in my house.
Coupled with a 38 spcl S&W bodyguard revolver with built in laser.
No lights.
SD:
Assuming for carry,
Again the bodyguard for concealed.
Glock17 if open.
SHTF:
Glock and a BCM 14.5” AR I with 2-7 scope with illuminated dot in the center of the reticle and TLR-3 mounted light.
Where can I get one of those plasma pulse guns? :D
Universal studios😋
Glock 19 tlr1s
Spikes middy chf. Ta45, offset micro h2, surefire m300 light. Old school broomstick vert grip by DD. 😉
I like a my 20ga with #7.5 birdshot for HD 🤣
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.45 1911 and a handheld flashlight. I don't have a ranch and a pistol is easier to control in our small house...oh yeah...and Id have a mask too.
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No pics?
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No pics?
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You post yours 🤔
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i don't have any of those things...
This...
But if I did have those things...
HD: switching between a CZ Custom P-01, SP-01, or Glock 19 Gen 5 with RMR, all with lights
SHTF:
Glock 19 Gen 5 RMR, Faxon threaded barrel, overwatch precision flat trigger, vickers mag release, blacked out suppressor sights, Surefire x300 in a safariland holster.
ADM Ambi AR 14.5”, Razor Gen II 1-6 in geissele mount, Geissele SD-C, Surefire Warcomp, Modlite PLHv2, Vicker’s blue force gear sling.
Crye JPC 2.0 with Hesco L210s, Esstac 556 Triple Mag Placard, Blue Alpha Gear 1.75” Molle belt, 2 pistol, 1 rifle Esstac KYWIs, dump pouch, tourniquet
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https://twitter.com/DaveBautista/status/1317524401567379456 (https://twitter.com/DaveBautista/status/1317524401567379456)
If you’re weapon next to your bed is an AR you’re an idiot. If someone invades your home and your running to get your AR then you’re a fucking idiot. If youre in a home setting with multiple attackers and you’re trying to defend yourself with an AR then you’re a fucking idiot.
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My (user)name is dogman and I am an idiot . . . I don't swear.
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I note this bautista clown has a Jo and Ho 2020 avatar, so he is likely trying to insult those that choose self defense?
https://twitter.com/DaveBautista/status/1317524401567379456 (https://twitter.com/DaveBautista/status/1317524401567379456)
If you’re weapon next to your bed is an AR you’re an idiot. If someone invades your home and your running to get your AR then you’re a fucking idiot. If youre in a home setting with multiple attackers and you’re trying to defend yourself with an AR then you’re a fucking idiot.
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My (user)name is dogman and I am an idiot . . . I don't swear.
I'd say you're 50/50 on that. I think I've heard you swear. ;D
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Sw 9mm with tritium novaks.
A very bright lion flashlight is in every strategic location around the house.
I've had the sw9mm for well over 25 years and vetted it for about 2 or 3 years before entrusting it as the sd gun.
I run it at least once a year to make sure nothing has broken.
Just last week, I did do the annual check and it did not like some practice ammo which was intended for my block 17.
I load glock practice ammo to nonstandard dimensions since the chambers are so loose you can fit a small car in there.
It eats factory hollow points for dinner and asks for dessert. Ie. It is crazy reliable.
I did observe that the recoil spring and tritium dots should be replaced.
Neither issue is a deal breaker.
Since I'm very familiar with it, pity the fool who is on the wrong side of the barrel.
Familiarity and proficiency is more important than fancy grips and electronic sights.
Being in the electronics field, I don't trust anything electronic any further than I can spit.
For defensive use, just pick a gun you like and practice with it until you are confident that it will function on demand with your sd ammo and you can hit anything on demand at a reasonable distance within a reasonable time frame. Modern 9mm pistols are a good bet.
I don't recommend excessively powerful calibers or excessively customized firearms which could paint you as bloodthirsty fanatic.
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I pity the fool!
BA? dat you? O0 :thumbsup:
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I'd say you're 50/50 on that. I think I've heard you swear. ;D
Faka!!!
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Faka!!!
Such harsh language. You don't need any firearms for defense. ;D
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ok, I'll post a pic
AR:
spike's lower, Aero upper. RRA 2 stage trigger. Holosun 510c. 2 point sling. strike industries foregrip. Olight Odin rifle light (2000 lumens on high). I prefer the light without the remote switch, just use my thumb. less stuff on the gun
XDm 4.5 inch, 45acp. Olight Baldr pro 1350 lumens on high with green laser
just got the lights on amazon prime day. saved about 50-60 on each light
nothing fancy. just reliable. the XDm is the only polymer handgun I have. in 8 years, zero hiccups with the gun so its reliable. I might get another polymer gun one of these days.....
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50531201877_47c1758c72_b.jpg)
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ok, I'll post a pic
AR:
spike's lower, Aero upper. RRA 2 stage trigger. Holosun 510c. 2 point sling. strike industries foregrip. Olight Odin rifle light (2000 lumens on high). I prefer the light without the remote switch, just use my thumb. less stuff on the gun
XDm 4.5 inch, 45acp. Olight Baldr pro 1350 lumens on high with green laser
just got the lights on amazon prime day. saved about 50-60 on each light
nothing fancy. just reliable. the XDm is the only polymer handgun I have. in 8 years, zero hiccups with the gun so its reliable. I might get another polymer gun one of these days.....
SNIP
Nice clean setups. :thumbsup:
Are there holster options for that handgun combo?
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Nice clean setups. :thumbsup:
Are there holster options for that handgun combo?
funny you should ask....
Outlaw Holsters. came in about 1 week
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50534257016_ef578bdc95_b.jpg)
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funny you should ask....
Outlaw Holsters. came in about 1 week
Ahh, awesome!
Is there a gap between the mag release and the holster body? Reason I ask is that my buddy makes his own holsters and he either didn't leave enough gap or his draw was messed up (of course I gave him crap that it was the latter :rofl: ) which resulted in the mag release being depressed upon the draw and the mag would drop free. :o
Thankfully this was noticed when he was still shooting competitions. Think he fixed it after that.
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Ahh, awesome!
Is there a gap between the mag release and the holster body? Reason I ask is that my buddy makes his own holsters and he either didn't leave enough gap or his draw was messed up (of course I gave him crap that it was the latter :rofl: ) which resulted in the mag release being depressed upon the draw and the mag would drop free. :o
Thankfully this was noticed when he was still shooting competitions. Think he fixed it after that.
i'll have to check it. just got it over the weekend
thanks for the info
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Ahh, awesome!
Is there a gap between the mag release and the holster body? Reason I ask is that my buddy makes his own holsters and he either didn't leave enough gap or his draw was messed up (of course I gave him crap that it was the latter :rofl: ) which resulted in the mag release being depressed upon the draw and the mag would drop free. :o
Thankfully this was noticed when he was still shooting competitions. Think he fixed it after that.
get plenty gap. :shaka:
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get plenty gap. :shaka:
Well, you might consider braces to correct that?
:rofl:
Just kidding. . .
Awesome! Hopefully you can get some range time with that setup :thumbsup:
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Well, you might consider braces to correct that?
:rofl:
Just kidding. . .
Awesome! Hopefully you can get some range time with that setup :thumbsup:
going this weekend :geekdanc:
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get plenty gap. :shaka:
TWSS
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SNIP
:rofl:
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bACKLW19XdE
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going this weekend :geekdanc:
Get video! :thumbsup:
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Get video! :thumbsup:
:thumbsup:
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Get video! :thumbsup:
theres a lot of targets there now. looking like Hickok45's range, but much wider
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For me, my glock 19.
For my wife I bought a Ruger LCR-X in .22 magnum
If I had to open up the safe I might grab either my shotgun with buckshot or my kel-tec sub 2000
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Get video! :thumbsup:
theres a lot of targets there now. looking like Hickok45's range, but much wider
Still waiting for the video. . . O0
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Here's a couple questions:
1) How often do you make a point to shoot and/or test your SD/HD ammo?
2) Do you consider backups important for your SD/HD/SHTF firearms?
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Here's a couple questions:
1) How often do you make a point to shoot and/or test your SD/HD ammo?
2) Do you consider backups important for your SD/HD/SHTF firearms?
I run all my HD ammo in all my firearms prior to buying lots. Usually rapid fire a few mags per firearm. I rotate them once a year for any that not in an ammo can.
Back ups are important. I would feel naked if I only had 1 firearm and it went down.
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I run all my HD ammo in all my firearms prior to buying lots. Usually rapid fire a few mags per firearm. I rotate them once a year for any that not in an ammo can.
Back ups are important. I would feel naked if I only had 1 firearm and it went down.
Did you miss a comma or something in there? ???
Did you mean you test the HD ammo in all of your firearms before you buy in greater quantity?
Do you check POA/POI differences than your training ammo?
You shoot up your HD ammo once a year? Ballin'
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Did you miss a comma or something in there? ???
Did you mean you test the HD ammo in all of your firearms before you buy in greater quantity?
Do you check POA/POI differences than your training ammo?
You shoot up your HD ammo once a year? Ballin'
Test HD ammo in all firearms before buying in greater quantity. No focus.
Don't check poa/poi cause I'm either shooting at steel or paper at less than 15 yards.
Don't keep too much HD ammo loaded in mags. Only about half. The other half of my mags are loaded with FMJ.
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Here's a couple questions:
1) How often do you make a point to shoot and/or test your SD/HD ammo?
2) Do you consider backups important for your SD/HD/SHTF firearms?
I try to clear my safe of defensive ammo every year or two. I either replace it with the same or (supposedly) better ammo. There are varieties specifically made for short-barrel pistols (Glock 26, S&W M&P Shield, etc.). I use those if I can find them. Sometimes it's difficult to locate, so any good SD ammo will work.
When I get a new batch of defensive ammo, I also buy a couple/few test boxes. lI shoot the test ammo, then load what I need in my mags/firearms.
I consider having firearms in multiple rooms very important. I don't want to have to run to my bedroom to grab the only firearm I keep loaded and locked in a quick access safe.
Each room is a "backup", not including my safe -- which is my backup to my backups. I keep a pistol in every room, plus pistols, rifles and shotguns in the safe -- some loaded, most not.
To me "backup" implies a carry gun on an ankle or small of back holster you keep in case your primary carry weapon is out of ammo, gets taken from you, malfunctions, etc. All my rooms have a primary weapon I'll use to make my way to the safe if I think more is needed. :geekdanc: :thumbsup:
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Test HD ammo in all firearms before buying in greater quantity. No focus.
Don't check poa/poi cause I'm either shooting at steel or paper at less than 15 yards.
Don't keep too much HD ammo loaded in mags. Only about half. The other half of my mags are loaded with FMJ.
I shoot mostly 115 & 124 and I have essentially the same POI/POA from FMJ to HD ammo. Some folks here shoot poof poof ammo. . . ;D
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I try to clear my safe of defensive ammo every year or two. I either replace it with the same or (supposedly) better ammo. There are varieties specifically made for short-barrel pistols (Glock 26, S&W M&P Shield, etc.). I use those if I can find them. Sometimes it's difficult to locate, so any good SD ammo will work.
When I get a new batch of defensive ammo, I also buy a couple/few test boxes. lI shoot the test ammo, then load what I need in my mags/firearms.
I consider having firearms in multiple rooms very important. I don't want to have to run to my bedroom to grab the only firearm I keep loaded and locked in a quick access safe.
Each room is a "backup", not including my safe -- which is my backup to my backups. I keep a pistol in every room, plus pistols, rifles and shotguns in the safe -- some loaded, most not.
To me "backup" implies a carry gun on an ankle or small of back holster you keep in case your primary carry weapon is out of ammo, gets taken from you, malfunctions, etc. All my rooms have a primary weapon I'll use to make my way to the safe if I think more is needed. :geekdanc: :thumbsup:
I haven't really tested different batches. However, I have noticed that I could go months between buying from a LGS and still have from the same batch. Don't think that will be how things are now since ammo has been bought up. I've narrowed down HD/SD, so just two choices. I bought 147 gr 9 mm one time when 124 gr was out, but I ended up giving that away. Not that it was bad, just rest of my stash was 124 gr.
For backups, I was just thinking in terms of in the course of practice, training, competition, etc that a firearm would get damaged or a part fail. Wasn't really thinking about backup in use, but good point. Personally, I don't have guns all over my place. . . or do I? ??? ;D
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I haven't really tested different batches. However, I have noticed that I could go months between buying from a LGS and still have from the same batch. Don't think that will be how things are now since ammo has been bought up. I've narrowed down HD/SD, so just two choices. I bought 147 gr 9 mm one time when 124 gr was out, but I ended up giving that away. Not that it was bad, just rest of my stash was 124 gr.
For backups, I was just thinking in terms of in the course of practice, training, competition, etc that a firearm would get damaged or a part fail. Wasn't really thinking about backup in use, but good point. Personally, I don't have guns all over my place. . . or do I? ??? ;D
I went to Front Sight training with a backup/spare. My Glock 17 was having light primer strikes with the Fiocchi 9mm I was using. Rather than mess around with the firing pin (I was using a pin and spring that was lower than OEM weight), I switched to my Sig P320. Ran the whole case of ammo over 5 days without a single glitch. I didn't even clean the gun at night for fear of causing another problem!
So, yes, I recommend when away from your gun storage to take a spare/backup. Murphy loves an unprepared gun owner.
One of the things I love about this hobby is the engineering involved. From firearm design to ammunition variances, there's always something to learn. Sometimes, it's just a matter of knowing what ammo each firearm likes best, or what ammo runs universally in all of your guns. Never leave that information up to something you saw on YouTube. As they always (should) say, "Your mileage may vary." Even though I tested my Glock with the lighter spring weight before going, I was using a brand of ammo I normally don't have. The combination wasn't working well. Saved a lot of headache and possible expense with the onsite gunsmith by swapping guns.
Anyway, I traveled to training with 2 holsters and enough mags for each to switch out if needed. The mags were both double-stacked 9mm, so I used the same mag holders for both. All the other gear (ear pro, eyes, speed loader, etc) were not firearm specific. Therefore, taking a second pistol and mags really didn't add that much more to my baggage. I even cut the foam in my Pelican case so I could have both firearms above/below each other with foam between them and foam against the case & lid. Same case I normally only carried one pistol in.
When I travel and plan to CCW, I take a spare of the same caliber (11 lb limit :thumbsup:). In most states, I can travel with a firearm in the console or in plain sight -- depends on the laws and whether I'm open carrying or have CCW rights there. That gives me one on the belt and one within arm's reach.
I imagine most people only expect you to have one firearm. That can play in your favor if you're forced to surrender your primary.
I also took a spare to KHSC for pistol competitions. Of course, I've never gone target practicing with less than two, either. Whether it's a spare or just for variety, sighting, or practice, I find a little variety makes the session more enjoyable. If I have my only gun break after just arriving, that would really suck. Obviously, packing a spare pistol on-island is not a problem. Just do it! (and don't forget the mags! DOH!!) :rofl:
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I haven't really tested different batches. However, I have noticed that I could go months between buying from a LGS and still have from the same batch. Don't think that will be how things are now since ammo has been bought up. I've narrowed down HD/SD, so just two choices. I bought 147 gr 9 mm one time when 124 gr was out, but I ended up giving that away. Not that it was bad, just rest of my stash was 124 gr.
For backups, I was just thinking in terms of in the course of practice, training, competition, etc that a firearm would get damaged or a part fail. Wasn't really thinking about backup in use, but good point. Personally, I don't have guns all over my place. . . or do I? ??? ;D
to "a friend"
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I went to Front Sight training with a backup/spare. My Glock 17 was having light primer strikes with the Fiocchi 9mm I was using. Rather than mess around with the firing pin (I was using a pin and spring that was lower than OEM weight), I switched to my Sig P320. Ran the whole case of ammo over 5 days without a single glitch. I didn't even clean the gun at night for fear of causing another problem!
So, yes, I recommend when away from your gun storage to take a spare/backup. Murphy loves an unprepared gun owner.
One of the things I love about this hobby is the engineering involved. From firearm design to ammunition variances, there's always something to learn. Sometimes, it's just a matter of knowing what ammo each firearm likes best, or what ammo runs universally in all of your guns. Never leave that information up to something you saw on YouTube. As they always (should) say, "Your mileage may vary." Even though I tested my Glock with the lighter spring weight before going, I was using a brand of ammo I normally don't have. The combination wasn't working well. Saved a lot of headache and possible expense with the onsite gunsmith by swapping guns.
Anyway, I traveled to training with 2 holsters and enough mags for each to switch out if needed. The mags were both double-stacked 9mm, so I used the same mag holders for both. All the other gear (ear pro, eyes, speed loader, etc) were not firearm specific. Therefore, taking a second pistol and mags really didn't add that much more to my baggage. I even cut the foam in my Pelican case so I could have both firearms above/below each other with foam between them and foam against the case & lid. Same case I normally only carried one pistol in.
When I travel and plan to CCW, I take a spare of the same caliber (11 lb limit :thumbsup:). In most states, I can travel with a firearm in the console or in plain sight -- depends on the laws and whether I'm open carrying or have CCW rights there. That gives me one on the belt and one within arm's reach.
I imagine most people only expect you to have one firearm. That can play in your favor if you're forced to surrender your primary.
I also took a spare to KHSC for pistol competitions. Of course, I've never gone target practicing with less than two, either. Whether it's a spare or just for variety, sighting, or practice, I find a little variety makes the session more enjoyable. If I have my only gun break after just arriving, that would really suck. Obviously, packing a spare pistol on-island is not a problem. Just do it! (and don't forget the mags! DOH!!) :rofl:
When I've traveled to firearms course, I've taken two primary. Maybe one time, I just took a backup upper. In that case, I needed it. Prior to that, my backup AR kept another student going in two separate courses. One time, the same gun helped two different students.
For matches, I've never taken a backup. I don't have a second of the three pistols I compete with. If one breaks, going home early.
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to "a friend"
They have to earn it. . . ;D