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Possible ammo "fix" idea
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Just to throw out an idea that may have merit. On questionable ammo or in possible situations where ammo selection is not an option...What about a small drop of superglue or loctite at the…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Jose A. Montalvo Dec 26, 2011.

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More great pics are showing up like the ones from the Sig Forum review.…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by John Brady Nov 28, 2011.

S&W Govenor, 6 round revolver, shoots ALL of these .45 ACP, .45 Colt and 410 shotgun!
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If you liked the Judge... you should dig the Govenor with 6 rounds vs 5 and multiple ammo choices. …Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Jose A. Montalvo Nov 9, 2011.

Interesting test, 9mm vs 45 ACP vs 44 mag vs 454 casull vs 50 mag
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Interesting from a penetration point of view. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x-NDjUJlbaw&feature=related Ruger Redhawk…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by alternety Oct 25, 2011.

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John Brady replied to smokemup's discussion Waiting for the XR9S - What to do...

"Should we re-lube the unlock block with the moly on cleaning? What moly do you recommend? Which Break-Free CLP? CLP-16 or -20 maybe?"

Apr 19

John Brady replied to Kevin L Dearth's discussion If no Arne thus no XR-9s what gun purchase would you have made?

"I would wager the majority of XR9 owners/expectant owners would have some if not all of the following motivations: Concealability Power Quality (which would include reliability and technical excellence) Maybe focusing on other choices…"

Apr 18

Ed replied to John Brady's discussion Personal Defense: Best Round

"Cheaper Than Dirt had a good discussion of ammunition "knock down power": http://cheaperthandirt.com/blog/?p=19467 The comments from various readers have great information. Again, it is emphasized that shot placement is very important. A…"

Mar 26

John Brady replied to William.Stinson's discussion 45 GAP Boberg?

"At over 16 oz but dimensionally smaller than most of the other 9mm... the XR9-S is a "Mighty Mouse" The LM4 is an interesting gun. One offered here for sale at…"

Jan 28

John Brady replied to Techat Chatanuluk's discussion When .40S&W or .45Auto Boberg will be in production?

"Outstanding news!!! Please place me on the pre-order list. As far as name goes, the XR9-S denotes Xtreme Reliability, 9mm, Small I vote for XR45-S Xtreme Reliability, 45 caliber, Small As unless and until a 45ACP was…"

Jan 22

Robert Pietsch left a comment for John Brady

"John, any plans to bring your XR9 to the Conroe area in the near future? I would still love to shoot it. Gander Mtn opened a range in Spring if that is closer. Thanks Bob"

Jan 20

John Brady replied to William.Stinson's discussion 45 GAP Boberg?

"Will the increased mass of a 180, 200 or 230 grain bullet increase the likelyhood of case separation on cycling? "

Jan 12

John Brady replied to William.Stinson's discussion 45 GAP Boberg?

"Smaller with more power? What is not to like? Side-by-side comparison to other cartridges. From left: 9x19mm Parabellum, 7.62x25mm Tokarev, .357 SIG, 10 mm Auto, .40 S&W, .45 G.A.P., .50 Action…"

Jan 10

John Brady replied to Harry Truman's discussion My 145 did finally arrive!

"With limited range time my impression is that it shoots low based on your sight image #2 above. What is the diameter of the circle you are referencing above? (Presuming 9 yards) "

Jan 10

Jose A. Montalvo replied to John Brady's discussion Possible ammo "fix" idea

"Without reading Mr Bobergs answer, I presume that pressure with nowhere to go, is a BAD thing..."

Dec 26, 2011

Dr. Michael J. Gennari, Ph.D. replied to John Brady's discussion Possible ammo "fix" idea

"Can anyone report on what ammo works without worry? I really like the Ballistic figures on the (ConBon) Power Ball +P ammo. I use this as my carry ammo for my Beretta Px4. If I understand, since the Boberg XR9-S has a "pull" mechanism to…"

Dec 23, 2011

GONRA; replied to John Brady's discussion Possible ammo "fix" idea

"GONRA was afraid someone would verk out a way to superglue (or something) the bullet OD / internal cartridge case ID SURFACE interface. PROBABLY nothing would happen even in this instance! ??? BUT WHO REALLY WANTS TO BE THE…"

Dec 22, 2011

Brokedoc replied to John Brady's discussion Possible ammo "fix" idea

"LOL. Bruce has a different style of writing that forces me to read carefully and repeatedly to get his full message. I like his posts and he throws a lot of colorful imagery into the mix but definitely he has a different way of…"

Dec 22, 2011

John Brady replied to John Brady's discussion Possible ammo "fix" idea

"Actually, my idea was to CAREFULLY place a dot of super glue at the case/bullet intersection without dissasembling the cartridge. Super glue, in original form, is very low viscosity and will fairly easily flow around the circumference of the…"

Dec 21, 2011

GONRA; replied to John Brady's discussion Possible ammo "fix" idea

"GONRA believes this is a Really Super Idea - not to actually DOIT, but to read about results whilst trying in SOMEBODY ELSES firearm. May this is More Paranoid than usual, but depending on the "glue" shear strength, surface area and…"

Dec 21, 2011

Brokedoc replied to John Brady's discussion Possible ammo "fix" idea

"Sounds like a lot of work. Personally, I plan on using known reliable ammo. As I come across poorly crimped ammo, I run the rest of them in my other 9mm, a Keltec Sub2K. I think an easier alternative for those that absolute wish…"

Dec 20, 2011

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At 1:23pm on January 20, 2012, Robert Pietsch said…: John,

any plans to bring your XR9 to the Conroe area in the near future? I would still love to shoot it. Gander Mtn opened a range in Spring if that is closer.

Thanks

Bob

At 9:22am on December 8, 2011, Robert Pietsch said…: There are a couple, but I prefer the indoor range of Shooters Station on SH105. it is $12 per lane for an hour. Just let me know when you are coming to Conroe and I will see what I can do to meet you.

Thanks

Bob

At 1:16pm on December 7, 2011, Robert Pietsch said…: John,

Do you have your Borberg yet? I would love to shoot one. What did you think of my offer of a box of ammo?

Thanks

Bob