The Frugal Shooter

A side by side comparison between the Marlin Camp 9 and the Kel-Tec Sub-2000 carbines from an economic, ergonomic, maintenance, and political perspective.  Also, an example of why the question, "How are you?" makes me uncomfortable.If you have trouble downloading, right-click the link below and save as...Episode 68: Tale of Two Carbines

I hate being wrong.  I'd rather admit being wrong than be proven wrong.  In King Kong, they were crickets, not spiders.  Also, Kahr Arms is moving out of New York.Kahr Arms Moves to PAIf you have trouble downloading, right-click the link below and save as...Episode 67: I was wrong!

Various tales of armed encounters with insects and arachnids.Jim Carreyhttp://abcnewsradioonline.com/entertainment-news/jim-carrey-apologizes-to-gun-owners.htmlhttp://weaselzippers.us/2013/07/26/lincoln-memorial-vandalized-with-green-paint-jim-carrey-justifies-attack/CDChttp://cnsnews.com/news/article/cdc-study-use-firearms-self-defense-important-crime-deterrentIf you have trouble downloading, right-click the link below and save as...Episode 66: Arthropods

Have you ever had an inside the waistband holster that was so comfortable and versatile that you couldn't wait to get dressed in the morning just so you could put it on?  Try the Grandfather Oak Hidden Companion.  It's a Kydex holster with your choice of belt attachments.  I spoke with the inventor at length, and he pointed out the virtues of its various design features.  Yes, I was positively impressed.  I bought one and wore it for a week each with the 3 different belt attachment systems.    Here it is with the tuckable belt clip Here's the belt loop with the snap closed   And the snap open.  This is the leather and steel J-hook I was talking about.Grandfather Oak Holstershttp://grandfatheroak.com/PTR Moves to Aynor, SChttp://www.courant.com/business/hc-prt-industries-south-carolina-20130619,0,564709.storyhttp://online.wsj.com/article/PR-CO-20130624-908210.htmlIf you have trouble downloading, right-click the link below and save as...Episode 65: Grandfather Oak Holsters

The ammo crunch is still in full force.  How can you get confident getting hits without busting your budget on ammo at the range?  Dry fire is good for when you're at home, but you have to set aside time and space for it.  I like to use visualization and a pen.Grandfather Oak Custom Carryhttp://grandfatheroak.com/If you have trouble downloading, right-click the link below and save as...Episode 64: Can I Hit That?

My Jimenez JA-22 refinement project went better and faster than I expected.  The next time I took it to the range after the following refinement, it gave me 100 for 100... then again the next time. Gun Use Infogramhttp://infogr.am/include/php/embedded.php?graphicID=collegepolitico_1364355518&ref=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.redstate.com%2F2013%2F04%2F04%2Fthe-only-gun-infographic-youll-ever-need%2FLaw Enforcement Against Gun Controlhttp://dailycaller.com/2013/04/10/survey-shows-law-enforcement-united-against-gun-control/If you have trouble downloading, right-click the link below and save as...Episode 63: Silk PurseWeapons of War Have No Place On Our City StreetsWeapons of War Have No Place On Our City Streets Weapons of War Have No Place On Our City Streets Weapons of War Have No Place On Our City Streets Weapons of War Have No Place On Our City Streets Weapons of War Have No Place On Our City Streets... okay... if you say so.

In celebration of the repeal of the 800 degree law, and inspired by The Gun Monkey's success in refining a RIA 1911, I decided to refine a Jimenez JA-22.  I've got my work cut out for me.jimenez detail striphttp://www.bryco-jennings-jimenezarms.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=20&t=71jimenez refinementshttp://concealed-carry.5u.com/index2.htmlIf you have trouble downloading, right-click the link below and save as...Episode 62: Sow's Ear

I explore flaws in and the possible misuse of NICS background checks.  Also, Biden's folly, anger management for ammo, and some links to instructive videos.Biden's Follyhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A0IVSGctQIgmag changehttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b2Upjn5DR0oanger managementhttp://www.foxnews.com/politics/2013/03/06/florida-lawmaker-wants-anger-management-courses-for-ammunition-buyers/BIDS vs NICShttp://www.gunlaws.com/BIDS%20v.%20NICS.htmhttp://bidssytem.blogspot.com/http://pagenine.typepad.com/page_nine/2013/02/background-checks-vs-gun-owner-lists.htmlIf you have trouble downloading, right-click the link below and save as...Episode 61: Background Checks

Well, here we are again.  Ammo shelves are empty, all the ARs are out of stock, and the resale price gouging is going full-bore.  I learned my lesson back in '09; didn't everybody?IGOLDhttp://igold.isra.org/SC Restaurant carryhttp://freedomoutpost.com/2013/02/restaurant-concealed-carry-passes-sc-senate-subcommittee/http://www.thestate.com/2013/02/14/2631614/sc-senate-proposal-to-allow-guns.html#storylink=misearchBill Whittle virtual state of the unionhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=_T-F_zfoDqIDan Bonginohttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GrrsYc0O9N8If you have trouble downloading, right-click the link below and save as...Episode 60: 2009 in 2013

I went to my first 2nd Amendment rally on Friday! The speakers were inspiring, the weather improved as the morning went on, and the crowd was hilarious!  Among the speakers were Sen. Lee Bright, Rep. Phillip Lowe, Talbert Black from Campaign for Liberty, Dr. Gene Garris (my chiropractor) and host of America's Radio Show, Harry Kibler, from SC "Rino Hunt", and Sen. Katrina Shealy. Katrina was brief but awesome.Here's a youtube of Katrina Shealyhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BJ_t269RVw0 If you have trouble downloading, right-click the link below and save as... Episode 59: SC Feb 8 Second Amendment Rally

I finally got my wife to go to the range with me!  She's a pretty good shot, but she doesn't go as often as I'd like her to.  Also, Nikki Haley signed the repeal of the 800 degree law last June, and I just found out about it at the last gun show.  I sent her a thank you note.  Firearms appreciation day and the Albany Rally - a friend of mine from high school was on the news.Albany Rallyhttp://wnyt.com/article/stories/S2902474.shtml?cat=0Thank you for repealing the 800 degree lawMadame Governor:I went to the gun show at Jamil yesterday and was perplexed but delighted to see Cimmaron, Jimenez, and Phoenix pistols for sale.  In the past, I've pointed out to the out-of-state vendors that these are not permissible here, but yesterday I saw them at an in-state vendor's table.The vendor informed me that you had signed a repeal of that 800 degree law, and it deepened my appreciation for your approach to our freedoms.Thank you very much for doing away with this counterproductive law.JuddStrike Hold Lubricanthttp://www.strike-hold.com/If you have trouble downloading, right-click the link below and save as...Episode 58: At Last!

I got spoken to at the range a couple of weeks ago about the height of my target stand.  I'd been getting ready to build a new one, and that gave me the impetus to get on with it.  Also, Firearm Appreciation Day, youtube stealing, and the genesis of the Eloi.Palmetto State Armory SignPVC Target Stand Video (Link)Hollywood hypocracy 2http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hxRlpRcorEUhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k1SZurGArxEEloi - The Time Machine... tell you what.  I downloaded and zipped the book.  you can download the zip file here TIME MACHINEGunznGear and the video thiefIf you have trouble downloading, right-click the link below and save as...Episode 57: PVC Target Stand

I've carried a PPK for the last 3 weeks.  Why not the PF9?  That's what I'd like to talk about.  I don't want to talk about Connecticut; I don't want to talk about Hollywood hypocrisy; I don't want to use the F word (Feinstein... oops, sorry); I don't want to talk about media bias and outright lies.  I want to talk about my new Nate Squared Tactical holster and how pleased I am with it. Hollywood hypocrisy:http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=pItiypwjHx4Nate Squared Tactical Site:http://n82tactical.com/n82store/If you have trouble downloading, right-click the link below and save as...Episode 56: Mr. NateKnow what?  I'm so pleased I'm going to add a link to N82tactical to the right side of this page.  Yep.

A variety of acknowledgements, plugs and shout-outs.  I'm trying a new load in 9mm.  Bullet casting, sizing, and lubricating.The Gun Monkey1500-C Queen ParkwayWest Columbia, SC 29169803-661-6653Tue-Fri 10-6Sat 10-2Bo Smith, Master GunsmithDUMB WAYS TO DIEhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IJNR2EpS0jw&feature=player_embeddedVOICEMAIL ACCIDENThttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TN8YQVM1GQIIf you have trouble downloading, right-click the link below and save as...Episode 55: Plugs and Shouts

When is it time to change your brass tumbling media?  You can use dryer sheets to extend the life of your media, and a description of how to wrap a broken toe.If you have trouble downloading, right-click the link below and save as...Episode 54: Dirty Media

How do you identify another concealed carrier?  If you haven't completely come out of the closet, it can be really hard to find a kindred spirit.  Here are some of my experiences.  Also, this American Thinker piece shows I'm not the only one with a Little Bear experience.The American Thinker articleIf you have trouble downloading, right-click the link below and save as...Episode 53: The Secret Handshake

I took another trip to NY this fall. I observed some cultural and intellectual differences I found frustrating. If you have trouble downloading, right-click the link below and save as...Episode 52: NY State of Mind

Nothing happened last weekend.  I didn't get stabbed, and I didn't have to defensively display my sidearm.  I may have come across as a little rude, but nothing happened.2 relevant videos from Mr. Colion Noir:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1vtDQ3gwWOc&feature=channel&list=ULhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JuG-JukwUIM&feature=channel&list=ULIf you have trouble downloading, right-click the link below and save as...Episode 51: Nothing Happened

My feed seems to have gone kaflooie, and I think I have it licked.  Pay no attention to this post behind the curtain; I'm just performing a test.

Well I've had a couple of weeks to try the holster I made from a mouse pad, and it works.  It holds the pistol steady and it's downright cumpsibabu.  Also, I touch on the CCW Show Podcast and Mr. Colion Noir.Here are links to their shows:http://ccwshow.blogspot.com/http://www.youtube.com/user/MrColionNoir?feature=watchIf you have trouble downloading, right-click the link below and save as...Episode 50: Cumpsibabu

Remember the episode,  44, Sticky Stuff?  Well, I finally tried it.  I made my first inside the waistband clipless holster out of a neoprene mousepad.  It ain't pretty, but it works.  I'll wear it a bit and give you my observations in a later episode.If you have trouble downloading, try this source:Episode 49: Mousepad Holster

I gave in to temptation.  After being so proud of myself for not buying that revolver last episode, I found a deal too good to pass up.  Lee N. Field's review of the Bersa Thunder .45 and some fatherly advice.  Also, I found a great new gunsmith in downtown Lexington: The Gun Monkey!If you have trouble downloading, try this backup source:Episode 48: I Gave InThe Gun Monkey website isn't up yet, so here's a picture of their business card:

Sorry, I recorded this episode last week, but did not get a chance to publish until now.  Do you always handle your banana in a safe manner?  I find myself unconsciously handling various objects as if they are loaded.  I guess good habits die hard.They just can't help themselves, can they?http://thehill.com/video/senate/240657-cybersecurity-bill-includes-gun-control-measureIf you have trouble downloading in the usual manner, try this other source:Episode 47: Good Habits Die Hard

My vacation was not really planned to be gun-related (okay, maybe just a little), but I did get to shoot and talk to people about guns.  Here's a rundown.Linkshttp://www.orbitz.com/http://www.handgunlaw.us/If you have trouble downloading, try this alternate source:Episode 46: How I Spent my Summer Vacation

Here I revisit the premier episode, Don't Feel Bad and my original mission.  Also, let's take a second look at the GhostBelt concealed carry system.  Finally, parasitic arthropods.If you have any trouble downloading in the usual manner, try this alternate source:Episode 45: Whatever