BEST Craigslist posting I've ever read!
#21
01-29-2009, 09:50 AM
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Ah, those Kimbers...
...I'm still waiting on the Raptor II that's on it's way to my dealer. I've been waiting for a little over two weeks now, not too bad so far.
He already had it on order for stock and he called the factory while I was there and any H/G ordered as of then had a 90-120 day wait.
Loved the read on this thread, by the way.
He already had it on order for stock and he called the factory while I was there and any H/G ordered as of then had a 90-120 day wait.
Loved the read on this thread, by the way.
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01-29-2009, 10:24 AM
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01-29-2009, 11:27 AM
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#27
01-29-2009, 12:01 PM
If it's true, the guy writing the letter is one lucky guy, assuming he was able to draw that Kimber from a shoulder holster fast enough to beat the assailant who assumably had the knife already pointed to the victim.
I've always heard that within 7 yards, few people can draw fast enough to beat a knife, especially one already out. Obviously, before or while taking off his jacket, the victim might as well draw his gun before his attacker sees the pistol/holster.
Still, it makes for a good story - assuming it's true.
I've always heard that within 7 yards, few people can draw fast enough to beat a knife, especially one already out. Obviously, before or while taking off his jacket, the victim might as well draw his gun before his attacker sees the pistol/holster.
Still, it makes for a good story - assuming it's true.
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01-29-2009, 01:19 PM
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01-29-2009, 01:37 PM
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Interesting and somewhat lucky outcome. No escalation..he could have been high, could have had backup, could have done a lot of things.
And one thing I learned very early in life...they can always be out for revenge and find a way to get at you and yours. Especially if you are in a relatively small town, or visit the same establishments over and over.
I've been able to survive without firearms, being cautious and well planned. Not perfect, but my family and I have survived a couple of confrontations that easily could have escalated. Macho is one thing...but taking care of your vulnerable family is another.
And one thing I learned very early in life...they can always be out for revenge and find a way to get at you and yours. Especially if you are in a relatively small town, or visit the same establishments over and over.
I've been able to survive without firearms, being cautious and well planned. Not perfect, but my family and I have survived a couple of confrontations that easily could have escalated. Macho is one thing...but taking care of your vulnerable family is another.
#30
01-29-2009, 02:00 PM
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If it's true, the guy writing the letter is one lucky guy, assuming he was able to draw that Kimber from a shoulder holster fast enough to beat the assailant who assumably had the knife already pointed to the victim.
I've always heard that within 7 yards, few people can draw fast enough to beat a knife, especially one already out. Obviously, before or while taking off his jacket, the victim might as well draw his gun before his attacker sees the pistol/holster.
Still, it makes for a good story - assuming it's true.
I've always heard that within 7 yards, few people can draw fast enough to beat a knife, especially one already out. Obviously, before or while taking off his jacket, the victim might as well draw his gun before his attacker sees the pistol/holster.
Still, it makes for a good story - assuming it's true.
7 yards away, alot of time.
http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=lJ5Pts9dUdA
http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6bYCRG9OqM
Last edited by RoadKing_Al; 01-29-2009 at 02:08 PM.