Daily Archives: October 23, 2008

McCain supporter attacked for bumper sticker

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October 23, 2008

Story here. Richard said the robber took $60 from the woman, then became angry when he saw a McCain bumper sticker on the victim’s car. The attacker then punched and kicked the victim, before using the knife to carve the letter “B” into her face, Richard said. What the hell is wrong with people?...
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Aiming with your body

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October 23, 2008

There is a thread at The High Road discussing “point shooting” or shooting without using the sights vs. traditional aimed fire that got me thinking about some of the shooting and training we did at Blackwater.  To sum up the debate at THR, it’s devolved into the classic “Aimed fire is better/nuh-uh/yeah-uh” ad naseum...
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IDPA Clothing

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October 23, 2008

As I mentioned below, I’ve got the IDPA state match coming up this weekend.  One of the items that is often overlooked in match prep is the clothing that you’re going to be wearing.  Obviously, you need to be able to move freely, stay warm (it’s going to be in the 40-50 range on...
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New Washing Machine

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October 23, 2008

My wife has been wanting to get a new washing machine for a while now; ours is getting up on its last legs.  However, I don’t think this is what she had in mind. Heated Tank with long gun option. One (1) lube pan 35.5″X6″ v-bottom construction with anti-splash dampers & cover. 2Two (2)...
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It’s Gun O’Clock

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October 23, 2008

There’s this new alarm clock from Bandai, which basically allows you to use an IR pistol to “shoot” your alarm clock.  Now, as hilarious as that is, what really entertains me is the phrase “it’s gun o’clock”; which has become my standard response to whenever I am asked the time while at the range/match....
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Oh no

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October 23, 2008

The zombie virus in the animal kingdom! Break out the FMJ and the rifles guys – looks like we’re in for the long haul here.
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The Day after Tomorrow

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October 23, 2008

Is the Indiana State IDPA Championship match.  If you haven’t registered to shoot this match, it is too late now – however if you’re still looking for something to blast, you could head out to Marion County F&G for their monthly Bowling Pin match.  You might even meet an internet celebrity. So if you’ve...
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