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  1. Lakeland Man

    Vermont citizen detained for legal open carry.

    http://bearingarms.com/vermont-citizen-illegally-detained-by-police-for-openly-carrying-a-firearm/ Not cool, but at least the OC'er didn't act like a jerk.
  2. Lakeland Man

    Can anyone recommend a gunsmith in Polk County area?

    I have an old Remington Model 514 .22 cal bolt action rifle. Unfortunately, the extractor doesn't work so I have to pull the spent casing out by hand. Can anyone recommend a gunsmith who is good and reasonably priced?
  3. Lakeland Man

    late at night..flashlight or natural night vision

    This came to my mind after reading an article about "things that go bump in the night". The author heard something in the middle of the night. He grabbed his gun and flashlight and went to the top of the stairs. Now, I only speak for myself. But in the middle of the night, when I've been...
  4. Lakeland Man

    Home at last!

    Finally! My Rock Island Armory 1911A1 is home! I've been going through some tough financial times recently and had to bring my RIA .45 and my Ruger SR9 to the pawn shop. Today, after 3 months of being unarmed, I was able to pick them both up. The .45 is my EDC and I've really missed her. I...
  5. Lakeland Man

    I'm unarmed now.

    Well, since I've been out of work for so long, I've had to bring both my 9mm and my .45 to the pawn shop. It really feels strange to be going out armed with only a knife.
  6. Lakeland Man

    Medical Marijuana in FL. Thoughts?

    Ran across this recently. Charlie Crist's boss, John Morgan, to lead medical marijuana initiative in Florida | Tampa Bay Times I don't smoke, but I do support this. What does everybody here think?
  7. Lakeland Man

    Need a recommendation for a gun for my FIL

    We're going to get a pistol for my father-in-law for fathers day. He recently got his concealed carry. He hasn't been able to afford to buy one because things keep coming up. He DOES have a few features he likes. 9mm, .40 or. 45 Exposed hammer (he doesn't trust internal ones) External...
  8. Lakeland Man

    New Gun Store in Tampa

    this was the front page story in the Sunday paper yesterday. It wasn't a BAD article, except for the writer calling magazines "clips", but overall, it was pretty fair. Link Removed I'm looking forward to checking this place out soon.
  9. Lakeland Man

    Taxes came in...My newest purchase

    I got my taxes back so, of course, I went to the LGS and this is what I came home with. Link Removed .45 cal, 7+1, only 1 magazine though. The grips are also a little fatter than I'm used to, but I love it. Gonna go out in my back yard and burn up a couple hundred rounds today.
  10. Lakeland Man

    Florida Strawberry Festival

    I just got a flyer for the Florida Strawberry Festival and right in the middle it says in bold lettering " No illegal drugs or firearms". Darn it! I wanted to bring my illegal firearms. I guess now I can only bring my legal ones.
  11. Lakeland Man

    For all the bashers...

    How DARE this cop do this to someone! We should all rise up to prevent things like this from happening again. Those evil cops have gone too far this time. Texas cop hands out ticket?and $100 bill | The Lookout - Yahoo! News To those of you who routinely bash and badmouth the police, this sort...
  12. Lakeland Man

    Going to the range today.

    I get to shoot my Mosin-Nagant for the first time. And my SR9. It's gonna be a fun day.
  13. Lakeland Man

    Home Defense shotgun round suggestions?

    One of the guns in my arsenal is a Mossberg 12 ga. I currently have a variety of shell types for it, from slugs to turkey loads to OO buckshot. Any suggestions from the group on what is the best for home defense. I live in a semi-rural area and the nearest neighbor is about 100 feet away from...
  14. Lakeland Man

    Slowly, my collection grows

    Last week I picked my 4th gun. I bought a Mosin Nagant, complete with bayonet and accessories and ammo for just over $100. Now I have the MS, my Mossberg 12ga, a Charter Arms. 38 snub, and my EDC weapon, a Ruger SR9. This is the most guns I've ever owned at one time. Also, I picked up 300...
  15. Lakeland Man

    Mosin Nagant

    Here is my "new" Mosin Nagant. Link Removed
  16. Lakeland Man

    Been gone for a while

    Hey everyone. I've been gone from the Forums for a while. When my wife passed away earlier this year, I just lost interest in everything. I feel like I just woke up from a six month sleep. A quick look at the posts tells me that I have a lot of catching up to do. I'll try to be a little more...
  17. Lakeland Man

    advice on securing weapon in a vehicle

    I need some suggestions. I recently bought a Dodge pickup, with the sliding window in the back. Since I cannot carry while I'm working, i need some suggestions on how to secure my weapon while I'm at work. It's a Ruger SR-9. I don't make a lot of money so cost IS an issue. Thanks for the help.
  18. Lakeland Man

    Ruger SR9

    I'm thinking about buying a Ruger SR9. I have an opportunity to pick one up for just over $400. Does anyone have any experience with this gun? Thanks
  19. Lakeland Man

    Things to never say to a cop...

    1. Say, aren't you the cop from the Village People? 2. I always thought cops were supposed to be in GOOD shape. 3. Here. Hold my beer while I look for my license. 4. Why are you here? Dunkin Donuts is MILES from here. 5. Any suggestions?
  20. Lakeland Man

    Belt Loops...Yes, that's right...Belt loops.

    A question occurred to me as I was putting on my holster this morning. Do you usually place your holster "between" two belt loops, or over one of them? For me, it depends on which holster I use. For my .45 I have 2, one is flatter and rides higher than the other. Both are OWB. Right now I'm...
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