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bosshawg »
Wed Sep 22, 2010 9:42 pm
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New to the forum so forgive me if there is a better source to answer my question. I am a Tx CHL holder traveling to Pennsylvania via air and checking...
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All-
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Last post by bosshawg
Thu Sep 23, 2010 10:49 pm
New here, looking for all the info I can get.
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JayCee »
Mon Sep 13, 2010 12:22 pm
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Hey guys and gals.
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The slide does lock back on an empty magazine, but there is no external slide release. You have to slingshot the slide when you load a new magazine....
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Last post by bigred90gt
Tue Sep 21, 2010 10:35 am
When Young Guns Invade
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Razgriz »
Tue Jul 27, 2010 7:17 pm
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Hello everyone, found this site when I was searching for the Cheaper Than Dirt Guns site, looked like a fun place to be. Now to the bad news, I'm 19,...
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I've mentioned this before, but I've owned 5 or 6 CZ 75s - at one stage I was shooting a fair amount and, in the course of a few years, put over...
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Last post by AndyC
Thu Sep 16, 2010 8:19 pm
legal in fairgrounds
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bww »
Thu Sep 16, 2010 2:45 pm
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My family is participating in FFA and 4-H stockshows that take place at fairgrounds and some indoor show arenas is legal to carry at these as long as...
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I don't know about fairgrounds in general, other than the state fair. I do know the Ft Worth Stock Show is 30.06 posted.
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Last post by Crossfire
Thu Sep 16, 2010 6:24 pm
Who ya gonna call?
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chasfm11 »
Fri Aug 13, 2010 4:43 pm
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Charles's post in response to the legal insurance thread prompts me to ask a couple of questions.
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Hey all... Just found this forum today. There are some very good topics going here!
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Last post by RobzXD
Thu Sep 16, 2010 1:06 am
Pulling weapon to diffuse a road rage scenario?
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JayCee »
Mon Sep 13, 2010 2:20 pm
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Hey guys, I'm wondering if anyone has had to do the above.
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Guess I have been falling down on the job. I apologize to all the fine upstanding forum members who have had to waller in this.
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Last post by Crossfire
Wed Sep 15, 2010 4:53 pm
The Newest "Newbie". . .
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Fallsraider »
Mon Sep 13, 2010 4:06 pm
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OK, I have been lurking for a couple weeks and finally had to just register and get on with it! This is the most informative site out there and I...
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Welcome aboard from the Houston area.
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Last post by SpringerFan
Wed Sep 15, 2010 1:24 pm
Keeping a Weapon in my car at work.
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maisano »
Mon Aug 16, 2010 10:23 am
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Newbie here, and yes I did search the subject but could only get it down to 1052 topics to pull up in the search. I am currently waiting on my...
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Thanks pawpaw! I will look into the BioBox. It will make my feel more comfortable having a hot gun in the house around my kiddos.
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Last post by dessl
Mon Sep 13, 2010 9:35 pm
I spotted one!...
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jackal858 »
Mon Aug 23, 2010 3:36 pm
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So I haven't received my plastic yet, but I've been preparing for the day by wearing my holster (Kholster) and CCW (Taurus PT111) around the house....
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Only a few, and none as a real CHL spot :
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Last post by El_Tortuga
Fri Sep 10, 2010 8:33 pm
Concealing at Work - Waitressing
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randomoutburst »
Sun May 23, 2010 1:43 am
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I will be turning 21 this August and, of course, plan to take my CHL at the first available class at the range down the road.
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Thunderwear is good for deep concealment.
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Last post by gclooney
Thu Sep 09, 2010 10:38 pm
Reading - What's Next?
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chasfm11 »
Tue Sep 07, 2010 8:38 am
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Before I took my CHL class, I bought and read In the Gravest Extreme by Massad Ayoob. In my opinion, the timing for reading that book is before you...
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I knew that the NRA itself didn't teach the classes. I guess what I was hoping for is a link to a local person/organization that did. I'm still...
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Last post by chasfm11
Tue Sep 07, 2010 4:10 pm
Checking in, nearly six months since my CHL
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UncleBob »
Tue Sep 07, 2010 2:01 am
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The first month after recieving my CHL I felt like I had everyone attention everytime I went somewhere public, sometime even in my garage if I had...
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Microwave burritos :-)
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Last post by KaiserB
Tue Sep 07, 2010 11:11 am
Saw your gun !
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newm1950 »
Mon Aug 30, 2010 5:26 pm
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So if your shirt accidently uncovers your carry weapon can there be trouble? Can they call police? What do you say ?
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:iagree: Jim. Those last six words really say it all. You might add and stop worrying!
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Last post by TXlaw1
Sun Sep 05, 2010 6:15 pm
Be careful what you say on Wally Walk
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A-R »
Fri Sep 03, 2010 10:29 am
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Gentlemen, if you're wife happens to be carrying on a Wally Walk please be careful what you say ....
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HAHAHA! That's a great picture...Although, I've seen stranger sights at Wally World. :shock:
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Last post by USA1
Fri Sep 03, 2010 10:40 pm
Are Hawaiian shirts really cliche?
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Warhammer »
Thu Aug 26, 2010 6:47 pm
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I'm new to concealed carry, but I've worn Hawaiian shirts for years. I agree that photographer's vests and plain black fanny packs pretty much scream...
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Pretty much any pattern other than a solid color works. I prefer darker-colored patterns that I guess might be called check or houndstooth. I am not...
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Last post by seamusTX
Fri Sep 03, 2010 6:46 pm
Wally Walk and Gun Belts
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philip964 »
Sun Aug 29, 2010 11:43 am
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Wasn't sure where to post this, but this sorta fits here.
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Thanks d322da for the Perry suspenders info.
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Last post by mctowalot
Tue Aug 31, 2010 11:43 pm
Carry in churches...
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olepal »
Mon Aug 30, 2010 6:44 pm
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Don't have time just yet to research so I am coming to the brain trust. What is the TX law on carry in churches? Don't bash me for not knowing, I...
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They would have to individually notify all members, and each new visitor as they enter. If they sent out an email broadcast to all the members, but...
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Last post by The Annoyed Man
Tue Aug 31, 2010 1:50 pm
More on vague school laws
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TheCytochromeC »
Mon Aug 30, 2010 9:11 pm
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Greetings all. I'm new to the forums and I've had my CHL for a few months now. When I took the CHL course it was well established that having a...
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:iagree:
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Last post by jackal858
Tue Aug 31, 2010 8:58 am
New to the forum...saying hi
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Kevin_S »
Sat Aug 28, 2010 11:43 am
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Hey everyone I am new to the forum and just stopping by to say hi. I am looking forward to reading all the info that is on this forum and learning...
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Welcome Kevin.
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Last post by wally775
Sun Aug 29, 2010 5:20 pm
Definitely New
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Fletch »
Sat Aug 21, 2010 11:42 pm
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I have a few questions. Just purchased a handgun in preparation for starting the CHL process. I plan on going to the range fairly often now and I am...
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This will help with questions, and you can start looking it over to get ready for class. It's in pdf format so you can download it and keep it on...
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Last post by RAM4171
Sun Aug 29, 2010 3:26 pm
Got plastic today--Wally Walk
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Matthew2000tx »
Wed Jun 16, 2010 11:25 pm
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(Picture coming later)
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Sure Walmart lawyers are going nuts over the famous wally walk thing. However, enforcement is futile, just don't hint about how they deny us entry.
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Last post by Beiruty
Fri Aug 27, 2010 11:04 pm
Magazine Pouches and Concealment
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chasfm11 »
Fri Jul 30, 2010 9:50 am
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Sorry if this is a stupid question but I'm just trying to understand.
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LOL I worked for Ripoffs when they were still a Mom and Pop shop and still privately owned. My first paying job. Good to see they are still around....
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Last post by TxSheepdog
Fri Aug 27, 2010 7:19 pm
New Member checking in!!
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centexrandy »
Sat Aug 21, 2010 4:07 pm
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Just wanted to say hello to everyone!! I haven't officially received my CHL yet but here is the chronology:
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Status is now Mailed!!!
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Last post by centexrandy
Thu Aug 26, 2010 10:14 pm
Non-lethal ammunition
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BroTyler »
Fri Aug 06, 2010 12:22 am
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Hey everyone, just got my CHL today. I appreciate being armed, but it seems like it's still very difficult to justify even the most justifiable of...
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Not everyone has a license that can be revoked at the whim of a supervising board. Engineers, lawyers, etc are in the same position.
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Last post by BroTyler
Sat Aug 21, 2010 10:52 pm
Yes, another newb...been lurkin a while
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rinnels69 »
Wed Aug 18, 2010 9:20 pm
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Hello all!
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USA1, et al:
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Last post by surprise_i'm_armed
Fri Aug 20, 2010 10:00 pm
Newbie
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SlickTX »
Mon Aug 09, 2010 1:20 pm
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I think this is my first post on this forum.
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Welcome to the Forum Slicktx. There is a wealth of information here on the Forum. You will be way ahead of the game if you set back and read the...
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Last post by carlson1
Wed Aug 18, 2010 4:49 pm
Thank you and...
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chasfm11 »
Fri Jul 23, 2010 2:30 pm
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...I'm glad that I read and listened. The Comp Tac package arrived today with a belt (I wasn't fortunate enough to be a small enough size for the...
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I'm yet to have someone other than my wife ask if I am armed or what is that lump. She only asks when she see someone out of place or because she...
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Last post by blackdog8200
Tue Aug 17, 2010 9:16 pm
Check under those grips!
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kragluver »
Sat Aug 07, 2010 3:54 pm
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This being my first full year with a CHL and hence the first summer carry experience, I thought I'd warn other newcomers to regularly remove the...
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After reading this thread on Friday, on Saturday I took the grips off my Kimber 1911 and my S&W 442. Sure enough, there was a TINY bit of rust on the...
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Last post by MojoTexas
Mon Aug 16, 2010 11:30 am
First day out
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zero4o3 »
Sun Aug 15, 2010 8:41 pm
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So I got my plastic on Thursday and carried for the first day today. I was kinda worried I might have trouble concealing at work, But made it through...
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Good deal, enjoy and report back
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Last post by Teamless
Sun Aug 15, 2010 9:05 pm
My first post
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rugerfan »
Fri Aug 13, 2010 8:52 am
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Hello everyone. I have been a member of this forum for a while now. I have been busy reading many posts on here and have found a lot of great...
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Xaved may be a fresh face (username) here, and not quite done with the CHL 'process' - but he/she nailed it. You get my vote for rookie of the...
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Last post by couzin
Sun Aug 15, 2010 5:27 pm
Case Law for study
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BroTyler »
Mon Aug 09, 2010 11:16 am
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Does anyone have any good links to look at that feature cases where lethal self-defense was utilized? Specifically, I'm trying to see for myself...
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Is there a site tracking his appeals and the impact of changes in Arizona law and their effect on his appeals?
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Last post by BroTyler
Sun Aug 15, 2010 10:56 am
First day out
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budroux2w »
Sat Aug 07, 2010 2:35 am
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Well I got my plastic yesterday and today after work was my first trip out. Stopped by cvs and walked around there for a bit. My wife did say I was...
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Wait till you hit the other end of the CHL spectrum, been carrying a while and suddenly realize that you forgot to carry.
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Last post by Purplehood
Tue Aug 10, 2010 9:35 am
Suggestions for a portly man
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texasrig »
Tue Aug 03, 2010 2:56 pm
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I am taking my CHL class in september and am looking for a good carry setup. (Gun and Holster) I like the Springfield XD Subcompact and want an...
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I'm 5'6'' around 265lbs. I wear a size 40 pant, and had to go to a 42. Definitely look into the CrossBreed Supertuck as others have stated, it is...
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Last post by TexasTony
Mon Aug 09, 2010 12:47 pm
Newbie...Question concerning credit union...
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cditropan1 »
Thu Jul 29, 2010 3:29 pm
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Hello folks, I am new to this site. Much of the info is either helpful, or funny (sometimes both) and I like that. I am waiting for my plastic…seems...
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I'm still reeling over the comparison to the first kiss.......Let's just say that at each particular time in my life, each was the most important...
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Last post by lonewolf
Sat Aug 07, 2010 9:51 am
To chamber or not to chamber
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zeke80 »
Sat Jun 19, 2010 7:47 pm
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I just got my plastic this past wednesday and I'm curious if the general consensus is to carry with a round in the chamber or not. I have a...
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:iagree:
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Last post by Roger Howard
Mon Jul 26, 2010 10:11 pm
First outing: Walmart, Kroger then Pizza Hut [with a LEO]
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terryg »
Sat Jul 17, 2010 11:31 pm
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Ok, so my plastic was waiting for me today after we returned from a weeks vacation. Of course, we need milk and such and so I use any excuse to do...
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That 30.06 at the YMCA in Alvin is a joke. The letters are about 1/2 and it's printed on clear plastic , no contrast at all. You have to be really...
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Last post by glbedd53
Sun Jul 25, 2010 6:36 pm
Rule of 1.
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longtooth »
Sat Jul 24, 2010 7:52 am
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I just finished working on some draw drills.
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Thank you, LT, for your comments and info about the meds and supplements you've used. Arthritis has just come to stay at my house - starting in my...
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Last post by TXlaw1
Sun Jul 25, 2010 7:54 am
Noob here..."Hi" and a question
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justaute »
Wed Jul 14, 2010 6:07 pm
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Hi Y'all,
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Recent changes in the online process by DPS allow you to electronically sign your affadavits. The Online process eliminates the notary work for the...
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Last post by Matt Fleming
Sat Jul 17, 2010 8:46 am
MPA when CHL is in the mail
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bluefalcon7829 »
Thu Jul 15, 2010 1:15 pm
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First of all I'm in the army stationed in FT Bliss,TX. I am currently on leave in Victoria, TX about 9 hours away. I just found out my liscense had...
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If you're carrying a concealed handgun and a valid license then 46.02 does not apply. However, if you're not carrying your license, 46.02 does apply....
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Last post by jester
Thu Jul 15, 2010 7:43 pm
Need help with Holster(s)
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bzo311 »
Tue Jul 06, 2010 10:44 am
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Hello TexasCHLforum.com Community!
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For about $8.00, a little online research, and some time, you can make your own tuckable leather IWB holster.
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Last post by Texas Dan Mosby
Thu Jul 15, 2010 2:33 am
Utah or Texas ? Or.....Both ?
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Cooper »
Thu Jun 24, 2010 11:03 pm
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Hello everyone ! Im new to this site and while reading several post throughout my workday Ive noticed that all of you are very nice people that look...
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Amen to that. Oh goody....another thread on the Utah carry debate. Wish I hadn't missed it. J/K.
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Last post by 03Lightningrocks
Mon Jul 05, 2010 7:08 pm
Had a Gov Perry experience two nights ago
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SecedeTX »
Wed Jun 02, 2010 8:14 pm
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I was out with the kids geocaching by a steam on a trail back is some pretty deep woods. I did not see the coyote that was drinking out of the...
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My wife and I too enjoy geocaching. She's from Michigan so when we drive we use it as an excuse to break up my temptation to drive non-stop between...
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Last post by JNMAR
Mon Jul 05, 2010 11:33 am
First LEO encounter yesterday while carrying
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dthlss1 »
Tue Jun 29, 2010 9:51 am
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Yesterday at about 8:45 in the morning, I was traveling eastbound on Texas Loop 306 in the number 1 lane. I was about 300 yards from the Foster Rd...
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Based on where he was hit, I'd say it was blinker fluid...
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Last post by pbwalker
Sat Jul 03, 2010 10:29 pm
Concealed Gun on Trails
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mrykyle »
Mon Jun 28, 2010 9:20 am
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One of the reasons that I wanted the CHL is that I regularly hike on the deserted trails around the area and it seemed to me a good idea to be able...
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Technically mosquitos are wildlife, however I was referring to critters people like to dispose of, namely snakes, coyotes, bears, mountain lions etc....
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Last post by Terlingueno
Wed Jun 30, 2010 8:50 am
Great summertime t-shirts for IWB/OWB carry
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MojoTexas »
Tue May 11, 2010 3:52 pm
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I recently ordered a couple of these t-shirts and I like them so much I thought I'd pass along the information in case anyone else is interested....
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Cool!! I see them. As you know, we in TX have very little use for long sleeves :cool:
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Last post by SenileDavid
Tue Jun 29, 2010 9:52 am
What to do in WVA
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chasfm11 »
Tue Jun 22, 2010 11:24 pm
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Sorry, but I'm trying to work through some hypothetical situations. I understand that WVA is not a reciprocal CHL State with Texas. We have relatives...
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:roll:
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Last post by chasfm11
Sun Jun 27, 2010 11:52 pm
Alcohol and Carrying Question
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Chuck_wall »
Wed Nov 18, 2009 11:47 am
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I've been trying to sift through the forum and other sources to answer a few questions. I'm hoping y'all can help. I've heard numerous variations of...
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The texas penal code is available free on line.
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Last post by gigag04
Sun Jun 27, 2010 10:22 pm
New Here, New to Texas
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SQLGeek »
Mon Mar 01, 2010 11:11 pm
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Hi Everyone-
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Yep, moving here really opens your eyes to how silly and restrictive things are in California. People look at you funny just for having a knife clip...
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Last post by slinco
Sun Jun 27, 2010 8:45 am
Hot car & Ammo
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Texas Size 11 »
Mon Jun 21, 2010 2:00 pm
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So, you go to an establishment and you find that you cannot carry. You walk your handgun back to the car and lock it up. We are all in Texas and we...
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I appreciate the responses...
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Last post by Texas Size 11
Wed Jun 23, 2010 8:24 am
New to the Board
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Crackin5 »
Tue Jun 22, 2010 12:41 pm
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Hello all im new to this discussion board and I just wanted to thank everyone for the information on this board. I will be taking my CHL course in...
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Tell your police officer neighbor he should read this forum too. He might learn something. Better yet, sign up and join in. Plenty of LEOs, retired...
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Last post by A-R
Wed Jun 23, 2010 7:23 am
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