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Friday, June 24, 2016

Firearm Forum Question: What's the Difference Between an Open and Closed Bolt

Ask A Firearms Question:

Can you please tell me what the difference is between a Closed and Open Bolt?

Thank you Louis Lewis.

Answer :

Blog Administrator -

Yes, the primary difference is whether the weapon is firing in a semi automatic mode (the person pulls the trigger each time to fire one round through the weapon), or the weapon is full auto (when the trigger is pulled and held the weapon continues to fire until empty).

Generally speaking an Open Bolt weapon such as a MAC10 or Uzi is a full auto weapon (fully automatic, i.e. Machine Gun).

The Closed Bolt weapon is generally a Semi Automatic.

The following two YouTube Videos demonstrate an Open Bolt Weapon Firing in Full Auto (Machine Gun).

YouTube Video: Demonstrating Open Bolt Machine Guns for Beginners -

YouTube Video: Firing the MK 46 Mod 1 Lightened SAW -

Commentary -

Although Full Auto Weapons (Machine Guns) may be fun to shoot, they are a waste of ammo.

==> My recommendation is -
Avoid owning full auto weapons.
If you plan on purchasing a full auto weapon do your homework. A Federal Tax Stamp and other provisions are required.

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Attention Firearm and Ammunition (ammo) Manufacturers, and Makers of Firearm Accessories. I am now Testing Products and issuing reviews on the Firearms Forum (Ask A Firearms Question) site.
If you want your Product TESTED, Reviewed, and Posted here, please contact me.

Wednesday, June 22, 2016

Firearm Forum Question: Understanding The Gun Control Issues, an Overview

Ask A Firearms Question:

I am having problems with this whole Gun Ownership Debate. Can you please sum up what the hell is going on with my 2nd Amendment and these so-called Gun Rights issues?

Thank you Charles (Charlie) Everett Rhodes.

Published for Readers Information and Content Only
Not a Legal Opinion

Answer :

Blog Administrator -

I will try.

First it is important to forget what bill is introduced in Congress for the simple reason we have 3 individual but distinct branches of the government:
The Congress (U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate); The President (White House); and Judicial (Federal Courts).

In Congress bills are introduced either by the Senate or the House. If one has something different then a caucus is held between the 2 houses to come up with a final bill. Sometimes, one may pass a bill but it must go to the other for approval. If both houses in Congress approve a final version of the bill, then goes to the President for approval and signature. It then becomes the law of the land until a Federal Court determines otherwise.

Now onto the general outline of the Gun Control Issues:
The two major parties (Democrats and Republicans) seriously differ on Gun Control.
Basically the Democrats want the following passed into legislation and they are not willing to compromise on their issues, thus we get deadlock and nothing passed.

At issue are the following items -

1) The Democrats want the Assault Rifle Ban back with even stricter provisions. This would prevent, in most cases, items such as an AR15 or AK-47 sale.

2) The Democrats want to limit the size of Magazines for any weapon to a maximum of 10-rounds.

3) The Democrats want to ban anyone on the Terrorist Watch List and/or the No-Fly List to purchase a firearm of any type. The Republicans oppose this primarily because they say some people get on the list and don't belong there. The Republicans want a person on any LIST to have the right to a hearing by a Federal Magistrate or Judge to get their name off the list. Democrats have opposed this even though some members of Congress have been placed on the No Fly List.

4) The Democrats want to make it mandatory that ALL Gun Sales must have a background check. Simply this closes the loop hole on gun sales at Gun Shows and Online Sales. The primary problem with this is it prevents a person from selling their own privately owned firearm to another person. It also may be interpreted by the courts that you cannot inherit a firearm without a background check.

=> Most Republicans with help from the NRA (National Rifle Association), and GOA (Gun Owners of America) oppose these changes.

Note: To get a bill passed requires 60 votes in the U.S. Senate. This again is why the 2016 Presidential Election is so important. Hillary Clinton supports everyone of these measures, while Donald Trump opposes most of them.

=== > This posting is NOT a Legal Opinion nor does it claim to cover or explain all the Gun Issues facing America today.

Caution Readers: When viewing Internet sites such as Yahoo News and Google News -or- Listening to News Broadcast on the TV, be aware that almost every broadcast from CBS, NBC, ABC, CNN, MSNBC, and Fox News is tainted mostly leaning toward a Liberal agenda. Newscasters today cannot report the NEWS accurately they must slant it in their favor. Some of these news casts are outright lies and fabrications. One of the problems with sites like Yahoo News is they pick up news from other sites and published it without checking the content or accuracy.

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Tuesday, June 21, 2016

Firearm Forum Question: Supreme Court Refuses to Hear Case on Firearms, a Win for Anti-Gun Supporters

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Can you share any information on the recent Supreme Court ruling banning certain types of weapons including assault rifles?

Thank you Benjamin R. Suncrest.

Published for Readers Information and Content Only
Not a Legal Opinion

Answer :

Blog Administrator -

The U.S. Supreme Court, currently short one judge, ruled on Monday, June 20, 2016, in a split decision 4-4 that they would NOT hear an appeals case banning Assault Weapons passed in Connecticut and New York.
This puts a serious blow to Gun Owners.
It allows the laws passed in Connecticut and New York to stand, at least for now.

This decision comes just after the Orlando shootings by an ISIS follower and born U.S. Radicalized Muslim.

The Connecticut weapons (gun) ban was passed after the Sandy Hook Shootings by Governor Dannel Malloy in April 2013. Expanding on an earlier assault weapons ban in the state, it banned more than 100 types of firearms along with magazines that can hold more than 10 rounds of ammunition. Governor Andrew Cuomo signed a similar ban in New York.

This is a serious blow to Gun Owners and the Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, The Right to Keep and Bear Arms.

Anti-Gun Liberal loons are just thrilled with themselves. President Obama said. "This is a start but does not go far enough."

Not covered in the news, it does, however, support the 10th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution concerning States Rights.

IMPORTANT: This is why this years presidential election is so damn important. If you are a Gun owner or plan on becoming a Gun Owner or someone in you family is a Gun owner you cannot allow Hillary Clinton to become President of the United States.
Reason: The next president will be appointing new judges, possible as many as 3 to the U.S. Supreme Court.
The democrat agent is to abolish the 2nd Amendment and take away everyone's guns, regardless of what they say. There methodology is to slowly erode your gun rights, and they have been very successful since 1928. In short, Liberals never pass up the opportunity to create havoc among voters by using a tragedy to expand their Liberal agenda.
The First Amendment gives us the Right to Free Speech and Religion, but remember the Second Amendment insures the First and all others cannot be taken away by an out of control government.

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Wednesday, August 5, 2015

Firearm Forum Question: Caracal Model C Handgun Recall

Ask A Firearms Question:
I have been told that my Caracal Model C Handgun is on Recall, what's going on?
Thank you Jimmy Jawbreaker.

Answer :

Blog Administrator -
Yes this entire series of handguns are on Total Recall.
If you own one of these handguns do NOT fire it.
See the Product Warning and Recall Notice below, this is a photo image click to enlarge.
Call the number below and return handgun to the manufacturer.

Contact Caracal at:

For USA Customers only -

Caracal Phone Number:

205-655-7050 (voice mail)

- or -

Email Caracal at:

info@caracal-usa.com

For International Customers Email Caracal at -

recall@caracal.ae

Mouse Over Image, Click to Enlarge

Commentary -

This is an Overpriced Handgun of extremely poor quality and presents a danger to anyone shooting it. This firearms manufacturer should be banned from importing any weapons into the United States.
.

==> My recommendation on ALL Caracal Handguns and Firearms is -
a NO BUY.

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Tuesday, July 28, 2015

Firearm Forum Question: What Does it Mean When a Firearm Discharges Out-of-Battery

Ask A Firearms Question:
What Does it Mean When a Gun Discharges Out of Battery?
Thank you The Patriot Train.

Answer :

Blog Administrator -
This is when a Firearm discharges (fires) when the slide or bolt is not fully closed. This can result in the firearm exploding sending shrapnel flying everywhere injuring or killing the user (shooter), and any bystanders to close.
See photos below ....

Colt M16A2 Commando ....

FN 5.7x28mm FN Herstal Handgun that apparently used reloaded but faulty ammunition ....

Also see this related Topic Post at The Firearms Forum Site:
What is a Squib Round -
http://askafirearmsquestion.blogspot.com/2013/12/forum-question-what-is-squib-round.html

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Wednesday, June 24, 2015

Firearm Forum Question: Testing and Review of the Kahr CW40 Handgun

Ask A Firearms Question:
I am having feeding issues with my CW40 S&W as others are. How big of an issue is this?
Thank you @baldeguy56 (Twitter).
Firearms Guy Note: The CW40 S&W is manufactured by Kahr Firearms, USA.

The Kahr CW40 S&W, 40 Caliber Semi Auto Handgun:
The following was Tested and Reviewed .....

New Kahr Magazine ....

40 Caliber Hollow Point Ammo Tested ....

40 Caliber FMJ Ammo Tested ....

Kahr CW40 S&W, 40 Caliber Semi Auto Handgun Specifications:

Kahr CW40 S&W, 40 Caliber Semi Auto Handgun Diagrams:

Answer :

Blog Administrator -
Yes, the Kahr CW40 has feed issues.
This is caused by either the Slide Stop Spring or Mag Follower. This is posted on the Kahr Website under FAQs, see below for Link.
The Kahr CW40 handgun shown above was tested after the upgrades.
Kahr will send you the replacement parts free of charge with instructions for installation.
The upgrades were installed by a licensed gunsmith here in Arizona.
The weapon was thoroughly cleaned and lubricated prior to testing.

Kahr Firearms Website Link:
http://www.kahr.com

Kahr Firearms FAQs Website Link -
http://www.kahr.com/faq.asp

From Kahr's FAQ Website:
Mouse over, Click on image to enlarge ...

The following is the TEST Results and Review of the Kahr Model CW40 S&W Handgun:

Test Criteria -
1) The Kahr CW40 was Tested using the original magazine, and a new Kahr magazine.
2) Federal, Remington, and Winchester Hollow Point ammo was used for the test.
3) American Eagle and Blazer FMJ ammo were also used for the test.
4) The magazines were checked for spring tension and burrs.
5) The handgun was cleaned and lubricated prior to testing.
6) The Test was performed on a handgun after the upgrades.
7) Finally the Kahr 40 Caliber handgun was compared to a Glock 45acp handgun for accuracy and grouping pattern.

Test Results Firing the Kahr Model CW40 S&W Handgun -
1) The Test was conducted in a controlled environment at an Indoor Gun Range.
2) All the Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) Ammo fired worked on both magazines without feed (jamming) issues.
3) When testing the Hollow Point Ammo, Winchester jammed on the last 2-rounds with the old original magazine.
4) Accuracy Test was conducted at 25 Feet and 35 Feet respectively with all the ammo variants using 8-rounds per magazine. Three different individuals test fired the weapon with approximately the same results. The grouping at 35-feet was unacceptable.
5) A total of 240 out of 250 rounds of 40 Caliber Ammo from various manufacturers were test fired from five separate boxes of ammo containing 50-round boxes.
6) The last 10-rounds were rapid fired at 15-feet by one shooter using the new magazine.

Comparison Test: Kahr CW40 (40 Caliber) versus the Glock Gen 3, Model 30, 45acp.
24 rounds of Federal FMJ 45acp were fired in the Glock 30 at 35-feet by three different shooters using 8-rounds each. The Glock out performed the Kahr for grouping accuracy.

Commentary -

The suggested retail price is $449.00 for the Kahr CW40 S&W 40 Caliber Handgun. Kahr has failed to Recall this defective Weapon, or at minimum issue a Product Warning Notice. For a competitive price the shooter can purchase a Glock, which after testing of this Kahr model proves to be superior. Gun Owners deserve better from Firearms Manufacturers that put profit above safety. This is the second issue with Kahr Handguns posted as topics at the Firearms Forum Site this month.

==> My recommendation on the Kahr CW40 S&W Handgun is -
a NO BUY.

Other Related Topic Posts at The Firearms Forum Site:
1) Kahr Arms PM9 Barrel Recall Notice -
http://askafirearmsquestion.blogspot.com/2015/06/firearm-forum-question-kahr-arms-pm9.html
2) Magazine Jamming -

http://askafirearmsquestion.blogspot.com/2013/12/forum-question-magazine-jamming.html

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Friday, June 19, 2015

Firearm Forum Question: Kimber Solo Model Handgun Recall Notice

Ask A Firearms Question:
It is my understanding Kimber has issued a Recall Notice on all their Solo Model 9mm Handguns, is this correct?
Thank you The Pigeon Hater.

Kimber Solo 9mm Model Handgun (photos from Kimber's website):
Note - Click on image to enlarge photos ....

Answer :

Blog Administrator -
Yes Kimber has issued a massive Recall Notice for their Solo 9mm Handguns.
The Recall Notice is caused by a Defect on the Thumb Safety that could allow the firearm to be discharged if the trigger is pulled while in the safety mode setting.
Kimber is an American (USA) made product.

See below for complete details .....

Use the Appropriate Link Below

Kimber's Website Link -
http://www.kimberamerica.com

Kimber's Recall Notice for the Solo Link -
http://www.kimberamerica.com/safety

Kimber's Complete List of Solo Model Thumb Safety Recall by Serial Number -
http://www.kimberamerica.com/serial

If your firearm serial number is listed contact Kimber immediately.
Do NOT operate or use your handgun.
Kimber will repair the handgun free of charge.
If you are in the List of Serial Numbers affected, call Kimber at once for instructions at -
888 243 4522 M-F East Coast Time, USA
- or -
Email: cs513@kimberamerica.com

The suggested retail price ranges from $815.00 t0 $1,250.00 for this handgun. At those prices better care and a superior product should be guaranteed to their customers.

==> My recommendation on the Kimber Solo Model 9mm is -
a NO BUY.

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Thursday, June 18, 2015

Firearm Forum Question: Glock Issued Gen Model History

Ask A Firearms Question:
Can you detail the Glock Gen Model History, specifically when the Gen 2 and Gen 3 Started?
Thank you My-Left-Leg.

Answer :

Blog Administrator -
Glock has a unique history.
See below for details:
The firearm, mainly handguns are manufactured in Austria.
Glock wanted to stay consistent in its handgun production so improvements and upgrades were called 'Generations' - Gen.
There have been 4 Generations of Glock so far.
Gen 1; Gen 2; Gen 3; and the latest Gen 4.
Gen 3's were extremely popular worldwide and are used by various law enforcement and military.
Gen 1 Glocks are just now becoming somewhat of a collectors item.

I personally own a Gen 3, Model 30 (45 acp compact).

Glock Approximate Timeline Dates:

Gen 1 - 1982 Introduction

Gen 1 - 1984, Introduction to the USA Market

Gen 2 - 1988 Introduction

Gen 2 - 1991, Upgraded to meet ATF Standards

Gen 3 - 1998 Introduction

Gen 3 - Upgrades and New Models continued through 2008

Gen 4 - 2010 Introduction

Glock Generation Models: 1, 2, 3, 4 can be mostly distinguished by there Factory issued Pistol Grips.

Glock has issued a Timeline History.
Here is the LINK to there Website:
https://us.glock.com/heritage/timeline

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Wednesday, June 17, 2015

Firearm Forum Question: Kahr Arms PM9 Barrel Recall Notice

Ask A Firearms Question:
It has come to my attention that the Kahr Arms PM9 has a defective barrel, and Kahr has issued a Recall Notice, in addition, Kahr has refused to indicate the reason for the defect, please issue your valuable opinion and confirm this.
Thank you Randolph Scott.

The Kahr Model PM9 Handgun .....

Answer :

Blog Administrator -
Yes Kahr Arms has a Recall Notice out on there Barrels for the PM9 Model, and they have not stated a reason for the recall.

Kahr Firearms is a U.S. Company located in Pike County, PA.

See below for details:

The Kahr PM9 Models being RECALLED are:

PM9093A, PM9093NA, PM9094A, PM9094NA

Serial Number Ranges:

VA0003 to VA9999

VB0004 to VB0999

Kahr is requesting that these barrels be returned immediately to:

Kahr Arms

130 Goddard Memorial Drive

Worcester, MA 01603

Attn: Dorothy Herold,

Operations Manager

Phone: 508-795-3919 x331

Email: service@kahr.com

Website Link -

http://www.kahr.com

Note: Enclose a note with your firearm return that includes the handgun serial number, your name, address, and phone number.

=> Kahr issued the following announcement to all it's licensed dealers and distributors:

IMPORTANT NOTICE- PLEASE READ IMMEDIATELY UPON RECEIPT

Dear Kahr Arms Customer,

Kahr's PM9 is one of our most reliable products for the concealed carry market. Nevertheless, in Kahr's pursuit towards continuous improvement, we are calling for the return of certain PM9 barrels for even greater reliability and safety.

Kahr Arms is asking all Kahr customers to return the barrels only from certain serial numbers of the Kahr PM9 3" barrel polymer frame 9mm pistols in order to repair or replace barrels that were found to not properly feed some brands of hollow point ammunition, which under certain circumstances may be unsafe for the user.

If you possess a Kahr PM9 3" barrel model within the range of the serial numbers noted below, please return the barrel only with a tag indicating the serial number of the gun. Barrels received will be repaired or replaced and shipped back within 7 business days. Please return the barrel and your name and address to:

Kahr Arms

130 Goddard Memorial Drive

Worchester, MA 01603

Thank you for cooperating with us in our pursuit of continuous improvement. We apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause you.

If you have any questions or comments regarding this notice, please do not hesitate to contact David Konn, Director of Dealer Development at (561)656-1288.

Sincerely,

Frank Harris

VP, Sales and Marketing

Models involved: PM9093A, PM9093NA, 9094A, PM9094NA

Serial number ranges: VA0003--VA9999, VB0004--VB0999

The suggested retail price ranges from $800.00 t0 $850.00 for this handgun. At those prices better care and a superior product should be guaranteed to their customers.

==> My recommendation on the Kahr Model PM9 is -

a NO BUY.

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