The "What Works, What Doesn't," "Recommendations & Experiences"
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status catagories
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bigdadykain »
Fri Jun 06, 2008 10:05 pm
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DPS received my application over a week ago and my status is still, application mailed to applicant. Has any observed the catagories and the length...
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There's no evidence checking the website slows down your application. It just seems that way.
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Last post by boomerang
Sat Jun 07, 2008 7:30 pm
FINGER PRINTS
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bigdadykain »
Fri Jun 06, 2008 10:01 pm
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I cut a tendon on my right pinky finger 20 years ago and it will not open even with force. When my instructor took my prints he left it blank and...
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Thanks. Good stuff.
- Jim
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Last post by seamusTX
Sat Jun 07, 2008 12:32 pm
Question on carrying at customer's site
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dukesean »
Thu May 29, 2008 1:08 pm
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I searched the threads for an answer to this question but could not seem to find one.
My employer states nothing about carrying to work, so I do....
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You are correct that legally binding notice can be in spoken, written, or posted form. However, only spoken notice does not have a proper for...
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Last post by hirundo82
Mon Jun 02, 2008 3:52 pm
Criminal History Check
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Commander Cody »
Wed Jan 09, 2008 10:00 am
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I have completed a CHL class. I am working on the application. Page 3 asks for criminal history. I was looking for specifics on previous arrests....
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Thank's WildBill for the link ;-) that's a darn cool site.
Gregg
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Last post by texasmr2
Fri May 23, 2008 2:12 pm
Question for a friend new
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attila79 »
Mon May 19, 2008 9:56 am
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A friend of mine just got her CHL a couple of weeks ago. She just noticed that instead of having F for female it has M for male, but she is a female....
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Thanks guys for your help. She finally got a response back. They asked her to reply to the email with her full name and drivers license number. I'm...
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Last post by attila79
Wed May 21, 2008 8:50 am
Question about handguns from a noob.
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TexasComputerDude »
Sat May 03, 2008 10:13 pm
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Hey yall, I've been shooting rifles and revolvers since damn near birth and I finally bought my first two semi-automatics in the past year. The two...
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OK. Then amend my previous suggestion to read, scoped rimfire rifle-equipped rabbit hunters .
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Last post by DParker
Mon May 19, 2008 1:59 pm
First weekend with plastic...
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arod757 »
Sun May 11, 2008 10:09 pm
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... was totally uneventful, just like I'm sure it will almost always be.
Lot's of errands to Best Buy, Target, bunch of shoe stores for my daughter,...
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going to grapevine today with my new plastic and ruger p95. should not be a problem since most things are outside.
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Last post by testersbc
Sat May 17, 2008 9:01 am
inaugural waly world walk
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Ivan4x4 »
Fri May 09, 2008 11:42 am
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Well people, I had surgery on mon, my CHL came in the mail on tues. and by yesterday i was well enough to do the walmart thing! :hurry: , I straped...
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I can't carry that often either as my work does not allow firearms in the office or even in their parking structure, so generally I only carry when...
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Last post by starrbuck
Sat May 17, 2008 8:43 am
A funny thing happened at the BBQ joint-AKA - My Wally Walk
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foodawg »
Wed Apr 09, 2008 4:50 pm
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There is a related post to this asking about a good way to carry a Sig P229R...and this is why..
Since I recieved my plastic, I really hadn't been...
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Thanks, I just spit coffee on my monitor. ;)
The cop at the end was the best part.
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Last post by starrbuck
Sat May 10, 2008 7:28 am
His name is Frank Bullitt and I have his car...
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Bullitt »
Sun Mar 09, 2008 11:39 am
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...well, actually I just ordered it and it's taking forever to get here. After browsing this site, I guess my CHL will take just as long.
Just...
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That is the saddest thing I have seen in a long time!
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Last post by starrbuck
Sat May 10, 2008 7:25 am
Yet another CHL qualifying question...
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PolsVoice »
Fri May 09, 2008 6:01 pm
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I'm fairly new in Texas and would like to get a CHL and see that they list class B misdemeanors as a disqualying offense.
When I lived in Alabama, I...
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Welcome To Texas and the TexasCHLForum.
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Last post by carlson1
Sat May 10, 2008 1:01 am
Arrest Question
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AGENT-X »
Wed Apr 16, 2008 12:05 pm
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About four years ago I was arrested when I lived in Missouri for an outstanding warrant for a insufficent check. The check was about 4 years prior to...
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Sounds like you're good to go. :thumbsup:
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Last post by WildBill
Fri May 09, 2008 10:02 am
Hello
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CC Italian »
Tue Apr 22, 2008 12:24 am
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I thought I would just give a shout out. I am new on the forum and a new CHL holder. Seems like a good place to talk to other cc holders and keep up...
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First off, welcome. Glad to have you with us.
I find that flat bottomed, patterned camp shirts will break up nearly any bulge or printing. A...
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Last post by camjr
Thu May 08, 2008 8:11 am
Long time reader, first time poster
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pbwalker »
Thu May 01, 2008 10:22 am
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Name is Brian. Just got my first sidearm (outside of the military) and put my first 200 rounds through it at the range. I'll be taking my CHL on May...
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Well, based on everyones advice, you were right. I picked up a leather Bianchi IWB Holster and wore it (Sigma 9mm) around the house all night...
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Last post by pbwalker
Tue May 06, 2008 1:46 pm
A modified "Wally Walk"
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iahkaferoaster »
Sat May 03, 2008 8:27 pm
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Well, i spent the morning figuring out which shirts would work, then placed my Glock 30 .45 acp in its' Galco holster, and noted that the handle...
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Not surprised there! Congrats on your long wally walk! :clapping:
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Last post by dukesean
Tue May 06, 2008 10:12 am
For you military guys/gals.
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HotRod68Camaro »
Thu Apr 24, 2008 10:08 am
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When mailing off you packet make sure you include a copy of your orders or a copy of your LES statement. When I took my class I was told to just...
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Did you put any other information about your application in the email?
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Last post by HotRod68Camaro
Thu May 01, 2008 3:13 pm
WallyWalk
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by dannysdad » Thu Apr 17, 2008 10:27 am
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I've got to get a stupid question out of the way...What is a WallyWalk?
Thanks.
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Ahh...nice. I knew it had to be something creative...
Gonna hit the N. Ft. Worth Wallys tonight. Will see how that goes. :coolgleamA:
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Last post by adendel
Tue Apr 29, 2008 9:14 am
Drawing under pressure... rookie question...
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Snake Doctor »
Mon Mar 31, 2008 4:13 pm
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So I find I'm having trouble acquiring a balance between a fast draw and a steady draw. I find that in order to draw quickly, I must risk a mediocre...
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The first priority is not to get the gun out of the holster.
I'll say it again, because people tend to ignore or overlook it: The first priority is...
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Last post by KBCraig
Fri Apr 25, 2008 1:44 pm
New gun for wifey- quality questions
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agbullet2k1 »
Tue Apr 15, 2008 5:08 pm
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This is my first real post since joining recently. First I would like to say I’m glad to be here, and I am very excited that people are willing to...
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PS...The break down is so easy on the XD that my wife cleans her own guns!! That has never happen with the S&W's or Colt's. ;-)
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Last post by RiverRat
Thu Apr 24, 2008 3:51 pm
Finally
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jguzman75 »
Tue Apr 22, 2008 1:05 pm
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Just received my CHL in the mail yesterday. It took five months to get here and when I opened the mailbox yesterday there it was. I went in, changed...
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Congratulations on the plastic and successful Wally Walk! :thumbs2:
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Last post by M9FAN
Tue Apr 22, 2008 1:18 pm
Moving question
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KFC_Kid »
Mon Apr 14, 2008 6:23 pm
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I just sent my app. off a week ago and after reading how different the time frames are for people I thought I should ask this. I will be moving in...
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I have the same kind of question..I am moving August first. I thought I applied with plenty of time to get my lisc at this place and just change it...
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Last post by getusumtx
Sun Apr 20, 2008 4:44 pm
Just started the ball rolling
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pedalman »
Tue Apr 08, 2008 8:30 am
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Well, I did it. I just dropped off my deposit in the mail for my CHL class to be held on 4/19. I'll be qualifying with my Glock 22. I'm actually...
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OK, Phase 1 in the quest is completed. I completed the class and passed. Got my photos and prints. Now all I have to do is dot all the i s and cross...
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Last post by pedalman
Sat Apr 19, 2008 9:13 pm
What if sceanario
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wrinkles »
Tue Mar 25, 2008 3:17 pm
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Ok here's a question that I've been mulling over in my head.
sceanario
1. At this point I always carry a gun in my car since the new law, center...
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Car carry was allowed by the Motorist Protection Act, not Castle Doctrine. The only part of Castle Doctrine that applies would be the removal of the...
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Last post by Mike1951
Thu Apr 17, 2008 7:58 pm
Embarrasing Question
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sylus27 »
Sat Apr 12, 2008 6:29 pm
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Guys - this is a very basic question. I recently bought a H&K P2000SK that I plan on carrying with a Comp-tac C-TAC holster when my plastic gets...
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10-4 on the Galco.
I got the kind that snaps around my belt,
carry a Sig .40 at 3:30. best fit ever.
and i been thru several others.
j
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Last post by wild child
Sun Apr 13, 2008 1:13 pm
Leave gun at home or leave in vehicle?
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arod757 »
Wed Apr 09, 2008 4:40 pm
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I'd like some input on what to do when I'm going somewhere I know I'm not going to be able to carry my weapon, such as a courthouse or even if I go...
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Locking up the criminals is a better solution.
Shooting them is good too.
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Last post by tarkus
Sat Apr 12, 2008 7:29 pm
Legal Immigrant -> CHL -> Gun
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Justice »
Fri Mar 21, 2008 2:00 pm
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Hello, my name is Cees.
I am in fact one of those Legal Immigrants that came to live in Texas by legal means. I got the greencard and all, ssn and a...
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As already stated it is a simple proceedure.......
To purchase a handgun......As a LEGAL immigrant in Texas you will need to provide three of the...
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Last post by stockportbrit
Thu Apr 10, 2008 11:39 pm
backup gun?
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nemesisman »
Sun Mar 16, 2008 4:38 pm
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anyone carry a backup gun? im going to carry an HK usp .45 compact. i also have a springfield xd. 40 subcompact. haha maybe im just itching to see...
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I recently rethought my BUG policy after a course in early March with John Farnam. Previously, I seldom carried a BUG but, like LT, I would carry one...
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Last post by Skiprr
Thu Apr 10, 2008 10:39 pm
is fuddruckers posted?
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striker55 »
Sun Mar 16, 2008 12:24 pm
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Can I go to Fuddruckers with my concealed handgun?
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The one in the Irving Mall is not posted. Neither is the Irving Mall.
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Last post by XDguy
Mon Apr 07, 2008 7:13 pm
New CHL Here!
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TXGLOCK29 »
Fri Mar 28, 2008 4:12 pm
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I've been an avid reader for the past 3 months, and now after much ado I am a fully certified CHL! :anamatedbanana In fact my plastic came in on the...
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Congratulations on your recent acquisition and welcome to the forum.
Steve
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Last post by SRVA
Mon Apr 07, 2008 12:44 pm
Carry unconcealed w/ permission of restaurant owner?
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scott_dfw »
Fri Feb 22, 2008 9:05 pm
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Hello all... this is my 1st question out of the waiting room ... it only took 2 total days to get my plastic after the website status changed. I am...
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If property rights allow a no-gun restaurant owner to ban a CHL from carrying a concealed handgun, it seems like a pro-gun restaurant owner would...
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Last post by tarkus
Sun Apr 06, 2008 5:37 pm
IWB carry position?
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dukesean »
Wed Apr 02, 2008 10:00 am
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So I have been practicing carrying around the house, waiting for my plastic to arrive. I plan to carry my Sig P229 in a Comp-Tac MTAC IWB holster....
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I had spinal surgery and reconstruction 25 years ago, so I m familiar with back problems. However, the gun is not between you and the seat and there...
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Last post by nemesis
Thu Apr 03, 2008 10:35 am
New from Centex
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centex aggie »
Sat Mar 29, 2008 1:19 pm
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Just wanted to drop by and say hello. I'm a newly registered concealed carry holder. This looks like a really good place to be!
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Welcome! This is a really great place to be. You can learn a lot from everyone here!
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Last post by longhorn_92
Sat Mar 29, 2008 5:54 pm
New to the Forum
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jlbrooks »
Wed Mar 26, 2008 8:56 pm
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Howdy from Wichita Falls -
I've been licensed since January. Actually DID carry to wally world, but only for necessities -- already had ammo since I...
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It's simple. Carry the one that fits your hand the best. Your thumb needs to fall on the mag and slide release without having to stretch. Your hand...
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Last post by TDDude
Sat Mar 29, 2008 7:11 am
Great quotes in student guide
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Paco »
Mon Mar 24, 2008 4:03 pm
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I just took my CHL class at DFW Gun Range last Saturday and the quotes all throughout the book were classic, does anyone know where I can find the...
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I thought it was funny that there were Biblical references in there, which I want to make sure they were not taken out of context and use some too...
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Last post by Paco
Tue Mar 25, 2008 4:04 pm
first time wally walk
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stormbringerr »
Sun Mar 23, 2008 11:28 am
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i did my WW the same day i got my plastic. here is a link to how it went where i posted about it on my home forum ... :thumbs2:
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i was at the academy at wm. cannon and i-35 and i live in south Austin.my shooting range is in Leander though.
south Austin,were all here because...
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Last post by stormbringerr
Mon Mar 24, 2008 8:34 pm
got it the 19th
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stormbringerr »
Fri Mar 21, 2008 10:49 pm
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hi yall, well after jumping through hoops,pulling old files, digital fingerprints, and a host of other irritating things i finally got my CHL on wed....
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stormbringerr, Congrads on the plastic, now its time for your right of passage the Wally Walk. Lets hear how it went when you get it done Please....
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Last post by Texasdoc
Sat Mar 22, 2008 10:55 am
getting the pin
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lunchbox »
Fri Mar 14, 2008 10:22 pm
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so i sent off for my CHL it made it to austin the end of feb. how does this pin stuff work when do i get it and how do i use it its been a wile now...
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thats a good one probly make more money doing that anyway my job history sucks
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Last post by lunchbox
Tue Mar 18, 2008 9:33 pm
Which businesses do not prohibit concealed carry in Texas?
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iahkaferoaster »
Sat Mar 15, 2008 8:00 pm
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I live in Houston area (The Woodlands specifically). I do not want to spend money in stores which prohibit my right to carry concealed legally. Which...
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KBCraigs reference to the Texas 30.06 link is an excellent resource.
Your question is difficult to answer because those businesses that allow...
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Last post by bpet
Tue Mar 18, 2008 1:11 pm
I need suggestions for finding the right gun
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wdampier »
Sat Mar 15, 2008 11:37 am
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When buying a good handgun for carrying, what features are most important to consider in making my choice? Are there any semi-automatics that would...
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I agree with that. Concealed means concealed. Someone who sees the business end will not care about esthetics.
If you want to show off, you can buy...
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Last post by seamusTX
Mon Mar 17, 2008 7:12 pm
Hello from Tyler, TX
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by drw » Thu Mar 13, 2008 1:44 pm
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Glad to be here. :)
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Great referrals - thank you both!
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Last post by drw
Sun Mar 16, 2008 6:47 pm
Observations after my first week carrying
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newbie06 »
Wed Mar 05, 2008 6:06 pm
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1. Most people don't recognize what you are carrying when you are printing. At first I was going around paranoid that I was printing all the time....
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Mondo I frequent Palace all the time and I carry and bowl , wearing OWB and shoulder holster . On the other hand the managment at palace will call...
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Last post by bevans
Tue Mar 11, 2008 8:57 pm
Printing- What amount is acceptable?
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Mark G26 »
Mon Aug 06, 2007 7:30 pm
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I looked for a topic on this and did not find one. Excuse me if I overlooked it.
Maybe it's just me but seems that IWB prints the least. I have a...
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:mrgreen: :oops:
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Last post by bdickens
Mon Mar 10, 2008 9:30 am
New Member
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Bogey51 »
Sun Feb 24, 2008 6:39 pm
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Good Evening:
I am currently a new member to this forum and CHL altogether; however, I have been a gun enthusiast for a long time and a close friend...
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Hey everyone! Just wanted to let you all know (I posted this in the waiting room , but if you don't read that thread here it is again) that I just...
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Last post by Bogey51
Sat Mar 08, 2008 10:38 pm
proof of residence help!
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biggyin »
Tue Feb 12, 2008 10:28 am
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Hi everyone,
I'm new to this site and so far am pretty impressed, informative and fun! Ok on to my questions. I moved to Austin just under 4 months...
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Nice !!
Nothing like someone who will go the extra step. !!
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Last post by Liberty
Sat Mar 08, 2008 9:18 am
cinemark movie theaters?
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testersbc »
Sun Mar 02, 2008 5:18 pm
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does anyone know if cinemark theaters are posted? the last time i went i didn't see any 30.06 sign
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None posted at the one in Lubbock, Tx.
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Last post by rbaker772
Tue Mar 04, 2008 9:27 pm
Collin County Instructors?
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BShook »
Tue Feb 26, 2008 5:22 pm
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Well gentlemen, I turn 21 in less than one week... anyone have recommendations on where to take my CHL instruction class? I'm in Collin County....
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You do NOT have to be 21 to take the class. You just have to be 21 to send in the application. Or 18 if active duty military or honorably discharged.
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Last post by Crossfire
Tue Mar 04, 2008 4:32 pm
Yes!
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BShook »
Mon Mar 03, 2008 4:10 pm
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Turned 21 today, going to take my CHL class tomorrow and the next day with Larry Bartek...
Didn't want to waste any time. :mrgreen:
:woohoo...
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Thanks for the encouragement guys, I'm looking forward to getting started on it tonight!
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Last post by BShook
Tue Mar 04, 2008 4:07 pm
Reaching for the wallet
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rgraham541 »
Sat Feb 16, 2008 10:13 am
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While waiting for my plastic to arrive I've been doing the practice conceal around the house. What I have noticed, when I reach to for my wallet...
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I hardly leave the house without my manpurse.
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Last post by Fosforos
Mon Mar 03, 2008 8:09 pm
New Member
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johnleepettimore »
Fri Feb 29, 2008 10:19 pm
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New guy from Burnet, Tx.
New to CHL, although I have been reading a lot on this website. Lotsa great information to be had, although I 'm new to...
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Welcome.
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Last post by Venus Pax
Sun Mar 02, 2008 3:55 pm
is pappadeauxs in houston posted
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striker55 »
Fri Feb 29, 2008 10:29 am
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Would like to know if Pappadeauxs is legal for us CHL's?
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Non of the Pappa's locations I have been to have been posted including Pappasito's, Pappa's Seafood, Pappa's Steak House, and Pappadeauxs
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Last post by Kyle(Houston)
Fri Feb 29, 2008 11:09 pm
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