August 2010

EOTech Launches the 2010 Sight-In Savings Rebate Program

by AmmoLand August 31, 2010 AmmoLand

EOTech’s Sight-In Savings rebate continues through December 31st and offers savings of up to $80 on selected EOTech products…

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Surprise: Chicago rarely enforced it gun law

by Of Arms and the Law August 31, 2010 Arms & The Law

Story here, thanks to reader Joe Olson.

An interesting note toward the end of the article: Joyce Foundation gave the city $20,000 for its legal defense.

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Did Harry Reid Throw D.C. Voting Rights Under the Bus for Naught

by VSSA August 31, 2010 Virginia Shooting Sports Assoc.

That’s the question that the Washington City Paper asks in this article about the NRA’s decision not to endorse Reid.Those who were watching the battle over legislation that would have given the District full and equal voting rights in the U.S. House k…

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We’re the Only Ones Serial Enough

by David Codrea August 31, 2010 The War on Guns

Police Sergeant Had Secret Life as Serial RapistDecorated Cop and Devoted Husband, Jeffrey Pelo, Sentenced to Over 400 Years in Prison [More]I don’t get it–this happened in Illinois?Why the hell didn’t his victims just:1. Vomit2. Surrender3. Scream (w…

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The Pledge of Polyphemus

by David Codrea August 31, 2010 The War on Guns

Because you have pleased me, I will eat you last.But eat you I will…

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Blue Ridge Parkway Ends Requirement for Hunter Access Permit

by VSSA August 31, 2010 Virginia Shooting Sports Assoc.

The Blue Ridge Parkway has announced that accessing game lands adjacent to the Parkway will no longer require a permit.“However, you must contact the park prior to transporting game,” says Steve Stinnett, Chief Ranger for the Blue Ridge Parkway.Wit…

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When Only Ones Collide

by David Codrea August 31, 2010 The War on Guns

An NYPD cop whose wife called 911 for help against a gang of thugs says he was brutally beaten by baton-wielding fellow officers who stormed his Queens home. [More]I’m confused–which one was the gang of thugs again?And how do you figure out which one…

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Big Green Targets Offers A Full Line Of Broadhead Targets

by AmmoLand August 31, 2010 AmmoLand

Big Green Targets, the leading manufacturer of archery targets made from 100% recycled materials introduces a new line of broad head targets…

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Why won’t NRA give proper credit in McDonald case?

by David Codrea August 31, 2010 The War on Guns

I felt it necessary to go over those cred…

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Kid meets GPS

by SayUncle August 31, 2010 SayUncle

I was driving somewhere the other day with my son in the car (he’s four). I didn’t know the location and typed it into the GPS. I’d never used it with him in the car before. He stared intently, realizing that it was a map of where we were, the roads, and where we were [...]

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Good News for California Open Carry

by Murdoc August 31, 2010 Gun Pundit

Great news: California Senate rejects open-carry gun ban The California Senate rejected a bill Monday that would have made it illegal to carry unloaded guns in public, but lawmakers will give the vote one more try. Monday’s 20-16 vote fell one sh…

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We’re the Only Ones “For the Children” Enough

by David Codrea August 31, 2010 The War on Guns

She is charged with firing a gun in her home in January. The shot went through a window toward children who were playing in the front yard. [More]Two DUI convictions, lying to incriminate with the most foul of accusations…what a classy lady.No wond…

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RCBS Protects Reloading Presses and Die Sets

by AmmoLand August 31, 2010 AmmoLand

These two maintenance kits come with the essential chemicals, oils and brushes to clean reloading presses and dies…

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We’re the Only Ones Having Seizures Enough

by David Codrea August 31, 2010 The War on Guns

According to an order filed by Judge Robert Foster Jr. in court last week, there is no evidence that the money seized was related to any criminal activity or that the clinic was operating illegally. [More]God forbid the government should allow people…

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This Day in History: August 31

by David Codrea August 31, 2010 The War on Guns

This skirmish was later known as the action at Indian Field or Indian Bridge. [More]

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Why won’t NRA give proper credit in McDonald case?

by dcodrea-42 August 31, 2010 Gun Rights Examiner

"What is the NRA thinking?" Tom Gresham asked on last Sunday's Gun Talk Radio Show.
"You know, I've had some problems with NRA in the past," he explained, "but when you start taking credit for what other people are doing, that's over the line."
Tom's guest was Second Amendment Foundation founder Alan Gottlieb, and they were discussing "Victory in Chicago" by NRA-ILA Executive Director Chris Cox, a recapping of the McDonald v Chicago case that resulted in a Supreme Court ruling that the Second Amendment applies not just to the national…

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Montana Firearms Freedom Act MSSA v. Holder Transcript

by AmmoLand August 31, 2010 AmmoLand

The transcript for the 7/15 hearing on the U.S. Motion to Dismiss in MSSA v. Holder is now posted…

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Shooter Walsh Holds Off Olhasso for Area 8 Wheelgun Win

by AmmoLand August 31, 2010 AmmoLand

Walsh, who is a Grand Master with a revolver, the highest skill level in the sport, took the lead on the third stage of the match after winning it, then built his lead by winning two more stages…

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Now it’s a Tea Party flag

by Murdoc August 31, 2010 Gun Pundit

Not too long ago, those showing the Gadsden Flag were potential domestic terrorists. Now they’re Tea Party members. Ariz. man battles neighbors over tea party-linked flag The Gadsden flag is not on the approved list of the local homeowners’…

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Pharmacy owner shoots violent armed robber in self defense

by eric-22 August 31, 2010 Self Defense Examiner

The owner of a pharmacy reportedly used his handgun in self defense against an armed robber.
Police say that at about 11:00 AM, a robber who was armed with a handgun entered the National Family Pharmacy in Fort Smith, Arkansas, pointed a gun at an employee, and ordered that employee to fill a bag with pills. The owner of the pharmacy is said to have noticed the robbery, grabbed his gun, and fired at the robber as the robber was near the exit. A suspect, who reportedly matches the description of the robber, was found at a local hospital suffering from a gunshot wound, and no…

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Zombies are racist

by SayUncle August 31, 2010 SayUncle

Racism in Resident Evil:
A controversy raged about whether the game was racist or not. For my part, I’ve written elsewhere how the bugged-out eyes and animalistic savagery of the zombie attackers in “Resident Evil 5″ reminded me of racist imagery used to perpetuate stereotypes and ignorance about black people.
Even more pathetic is the promise [...]

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Easy: They have more to live for

by SayUncle August 31, 2010 SayUncle

Why Do Heavy Drinkers Outlive Nondrinkers?
Via Les Jones, whose headline wins the internet.

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Facepalm News: Closed mouth gathers no foot.

by Miguel August 31, 2010 Gun Free Zone

I did not realize that Police Officers in Florida were subject to the same regulations as civilians regarding the purchase of guns, waiting periods and all. And the writer almost had me on his corner till he had to eagerly suction his colossal hoof.
A citizen with a Florida concealed weapon permit who has taken only [...]

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Fall is coming

by SayUncle August 31, 2010 SayUncle

This morning, I woke up and it was 68 degrees at my house. That’s the first sub 70 temperature I can remember.

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Unsure who they work for

by SayUncle August 31, 2010 SayUncle

Roll your eyes at a public meeting and your elected officials kick you out.

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Chicago: Ezell update

by SayUncle August 31, 2010 SayUncle

Chicago decided to play some dirty pool and get the case reassigned as a delaying tactic. And Gura tried to get a temporary restraining order, with no luck. I’m not a lawyer so that’s my limited understanding. More from Sebastian.
I’ve uploaded a transcript here

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Double standards

by SayUncle August 31, 2010 SayUncle

Only racist some of the time.

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Boom

by SayUncle August 31, 2010 SayUncle

Exploding Blog! Stuff blowing up, what more could you want?
Via david.

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City?s Restrictive Gun Laws Are Rarely Enforced

by SayUncle August 31, 2010 SayUncle

This is my shocked face. If you’re a gang banger, not big deal. When you apply for a permit to lawfully own a handgun, the full force of law comes into play pretty quick.

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Isaiah Jennings All-Metal Breechloading Flintlock Rifle

by SayUncle August 31, 2010 SayUncle

That is pretty damn cool.

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Bounty

by SayUncle August 31, 2010 SayUncle

Not a war of ideas:
It is time to pop the tea baggers’ favorite balloon (so what if it will be replaced by another?), and with that in mind I hereby offer to negotiate a $100,000 payday to the person who will come forward with a sex tape or phone records or anything else that succeeds [...]

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Hope and change

by SayUncle August 31, 2010 SayUncle

Unnamed Republicans have 10% lead over unnamed Democrats.

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Signs

by SayUncle August 31, 2010 SayUncle

Handgun carry at Carrabas: Does their sign comply with the law?
Bear in mind that while it may not be a criminal offense, if they ask you to leave and you do not, you are trespassing.

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May as well get some use out of big government

by SayUncle August 31, 2010 SayUncle

Me in 2006:
Since the .gov has such broad authority despite my right to abortion err privacy to poke around willy nilly in my financial dealings, my various financial institutions are obligated by law to report when I do something out of the ordinary, and all my wage info is sent automatically to the [...]

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