Another Democrat veteran
Posted on May 16, 2009 in Phoenix
This is so common, beginning with John Kerry’s “Winter Soldier” farce in the 70s, that is shouldn’t surprise anyone anymore but watch out for veterans who support left wing Democrats. Until Vietnam, this was a rare circumstance. The occasional politician inflated his resume, like Senator Tom Harkin and even a couple of “oldest...
Read MoreA rifle in one hand…
Posted on May 16, 2009 in Phoenix
…A laptop in the other. That is the title of an exceedingly good piece at the Christian Science Monitor this morning. The writer, Patrik Jonsson, sat patiently and took studious notes as blogger after blogger bent his ear and told him how it really is. I liked the title particularly, though in my case this weekend, its a laptop on a sling, and camera in...
Read MoreNRA Convention
Posted on May 16, 2009 in Phoenix
Woohoo! Made it to the convention this afternoon. I am having a great time meeting bloggers and roaming the display floor. Hat tip to Bitter for getting this setup so we have media passes. We had happy hour at Majerle’s Sports Grill hosted by Michael Bane (Down Range). Thank you Mr. Bane. Also present were Insight and Tactical Solutions handing out...
Read MoreNRA Convention III: Where were the protesters?
Posted on May 16, 2009 in Phoenix
Some random thoughts on my first NRA convention … What a lot of people! Tens of thousands of participants, hundreds of exhibitors with big dollar presentations (I’ve worked industry trade shows — I know how much it costs to setup and man a highly customized booth and active display — and many here are top notch). It was a celebration of...
Read MoreNRA Convention II:327 Magnum from Taurus
Posted on May 16, 2009 in Phoenix
I’ve always felt there is a place for a hard hitting, easily concealable .32 pistol. And .327 is close enough. So I was excited when Ruger came out with the .327 magnum, but not so excited about the rather large (for a concealable snubby) firearm they put it in. I’ve been waiting expectantly for Taurus to bring out their version of the .327, and at...
Read MoreRuger SR-556: Photos and video…
Posted on May 16, 2009 in Phoenix
If you have not heard the news. Ruger has moved into the AR platform. They have announced the Ruger SR-556. It is a short stroke gas piston rifle built upon the AR platform. Features include troy rails, sights and covers. Receiver is 3rd party from what I gathered from the salesmen. The barrel, flash suppressor, and I believe the bolt are Ruger made....
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