94 Years Ago Today
Posted by EdFriedman2, Jul 1 2010, 07:56 PMWas the Big Push. The British suffered 19,240 dead, 35,493 wounded, 2,152 missing and 585 prisoners. Total casualties for the Tommys alone stood at 57,470. In one day.
A Good Day to be in the Old Dominion
Posted by EdFriedman2, Jul 1 2010, 06:26 PM
Starting today, CCW permit holders can carry concealed in restaurants that serve alcohol in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Here is a sample of the reaction from various anti-gun groups about this law.
Here is what happened when a bunch of us went out for lunch to a bar/restaurant while carrying concealed.
“At War With Reason”
Posted by EdFriedman2, Jun 28 2010, 02:55 PMIf you want to read the most brilliant put-down of an anti-gun opinion ever, read Justice Scalia’s concurring opinion to the McDonald decision, which, by the way, was decided 5-4 in favor of incorporating the Second Amendment against the states. Scalia starts on page 52.
Cool Holster
Posted by EdFriedman2, Jun 17 2010, 07:32 PMDesigned with input from ShootingIllustrated.com contributor Chance Ballew of SayUncle.
Wilson Combat Ammo?
Posted by EdFriedman2, Jun 16 2010, 01:03 PMCheck out Richard Mann’s new blog, Empty Cases. He’s got a report on Wilson Combat’s new loaded ammo and a review of complimentary continental breakfasts at budget hotels.
Must Read John Lott Article
Posted by EdFriedman2, Jun 11 2010, 06:45 PM
On why mass shootings are not an American phenomenon.
Hat Tip to Dave Hardy
But Will She Still Support the Antis?
Posted by EdFriedman2, Jun 11 2010, 06:15 PM
A liberal finds guns, and the NRA, aren’t scary at all. This is good, but will she still vote for politicians who oppose the Second Amendment? Nonetheless, this is very good, and I’m glad she had such a fun and educational experience.
Hat Tip: Snowflakes In Hell
Built-in Bayonet
Posted by EdFriedman2, Jun 9 2010, 01:28 PM
On a 1911. At $2,395 with a 5 month lead time, I’ll stick with the LaserLyte Pistol Bayonet on any railed polymer pistol.
Thanks to Steve for finding this, and everything gun related on the web!
Heavy Boots of Lead
Posted by EdFriedman2, Jun 9 2010, 12:58 PMThe MGM Ironman 3-Gun Competition starts tomorrow in Parma, ID. For more on what shooters can expect to face in “the world’s toughest 3-gun event,” check out Bryce Towsley’s take on the 2009 event.
More Guns, Less Crime
Posted by EdFriedman2, Jun 4 2010, 06:11 PMSays the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
on How to Spot a Terrorist