[Marxism] FWD -- Handguns [Sent just for the hell of it]

["Hunter Gray" <hunterbadbear@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

This post has nothing -- absolutely nothing -- to do with the
little firestorm of political discourse on RBB.  Someone asked on the
Marxist list about handgun purchases and this, my response, might
be of general assistance  on RBB and elsewhere.  H
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FROM HUNTER BEAR:

Stick with a well recognized brand: e.g., Ruger, Smith & Wesson, Colt.  If
you are new to handguns, I'd get a revolver [always my personal preference
anyway to this very moment] which is safer than a semi-automatic.  You could
probably pick up a good used one for about $150-$200.  Frankly, I'd get a
.22 or a .22 Magnum.  I have a Ruger Single Six 22 magnum. Inexpensive to
shoot but capable.  To be more specific, it is single action and you have to
cock it each time you fire it [six shots], but that is safer.  Unless there
is a really pressing reason, I wouldn't carry it concealed and, if you
should have to do so, by all means get a formal permit from your local
sheriff's department.  I personally have never gotten a concealed weapon
permit.  The Brady Act mandates background checks etc but you should have no
problem getting clearance pretty fast.  A good reputable firearms dealer
could advise you solidly on things including gun laws: city [if applicable],
state [if applicable], Federal.  Don't depend on someone at a general
sporting goods store -- but go to a specialized gun shop.  Don't hesitate to
ask me any questions as you go along.  Get a good holster or case and a
cleaning kit.

All best - H

HUNTER GRAY  [HUNTER BEAR]   Micmac /St. Francis Abenaki/St. Regis Mohawk
www.hunterbear.org
Protected by Na´shdo´i´ba´i´
and Ohkwari'

FROM NORLA:

An excellent and concise set of guidelines. Thank you for posting them. I
personally do not care for a single action but I can see where you would
advise that for a newcomer to handguns. Weight has always been a
consideration for me and I usually advise new buyers to think about the
weight and try holding the gun straight out and steady for two or three
minutes before they buy it.

Norla

Norla Antinoro, Ph.D.

HUNTER GRAY  [HUNTER BEAR]   Micmac /St. Francis Abenaki/St. Regis Mohawk
www.hunterbear.org
Protected by Na´shdo´i´ba´i´
and Ohkwari'

In our Gray Hole, the ghosts often dance in the junipers and sage, on the
game trails, in the tributary canyons with the thick red maples, and on the
high windy ridges -- and they dance from within the very essence of our own
inner being. They do this especially when the bright night moon shines down
on the clean white snow that covers the valley and its surroundings.  Then
it is as bright as day -- but in an always soft and mysterious and
remembering way. [Hunter Bear]



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