Monthly Archives: August 2009

Firearms insurance

By darkvibe | Published: August 29, 2009
Are your firearms covered in the event of a fire, theft or other loss?  The value of just a few firearms can add up fast.  Many homeowners or renters insurance policies may not cover firearms or may limit the coverage to an amount below the value of your prized guns.  You should read your policy [...]
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Project Springfield XD-40 Makeover

By darkvibe | Published: August 27, 2009
I recently posted about refinishing the slide on my XD-40 subcompact with Gun-Kote.  Earlier this week I finished the rest of the project.
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F-Class Rifle Matches

By darkvibe | Published: August 26, 2009
I was recently invited to attend an F-Class rifle match with two members of our forum, OscarWhiskey2 and kmussack.  I have attended two matches so far and will surely be attending more in the future.
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Low Light Pistol Skills 1 & 2 with MDTS Training

By darkvibe | Published: August 26, 2009
Many of us leave our house every day with a pistol securely stowed in a holster and a flashlight tucked in our pocket.  We feel safe knowing that we’re proficient with our gun and are prepared for any encounter, even it it happens after dark.  How many of us practice shooting while using a flashlight?  [...]
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NYSRPA 3rd annual sporting clays fundraiser

By darkvibe | Published: August 19, 2009
NYSRPA is holding a sporting clay’s fundraiser on 9/26/09 10:00am at Wallkill Rod and Gun Club in Wallkill, NY to raise funds for the NYSRPA Pollitical Victory Fund. Money raised will be used to promote pro-second amendment candidates statewide.  The shoot will include 100 targets and there will be awards given for High overall, High [...]
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Refinishing a slide with KG Gun-Kote

By darkvibe | Published: August 14, 2009
With a little time you can have your gun looking like new again. This week I spent an evening refinishing the slide on my Springfield XD Subcompact .40 S&W.  I’ve never done this before but following the directions on the products I was happy with the results.  Read on for a step by step description of [...]
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Ballistics and Wounding lecture, 8/31/09 in Rochester, NY

By darkvibe | Published: August 9, 2009
Dr. Paul Maurer, the leading Neurosurgeon in the area and most likely in his field, will be at the Genesee Conservation League in Penfield, NY on August 31st from 7pm to 9:30 or 10 for his famous Ballistics and Wounding lecture. If you have attended this before, stop back and get a refresher. If you have [...]
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NYFIREARMS.COM t-shirt pre-order is open

By darkvibe | Published: August 7, 2009
Pre-order your NYFIREARMS.COM shirt now! Pre-orders are being accepted from now until Monday, August 24, 2009.  When the pre-order ends they will be printed and mailed directly to you from the printer. These 100% cotton t-shirts are made in the USA and are printed here in New York State.  The cost is $15.95 each ($16.95 for XX-Large) [...]
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NY resident wins 2009 President’s Rifle Match at Camp Perry, OH

By darkvibe | Published: August 6, 2009
Mark Laramie of Boonville, NY won the 2009 National Trophy President’s Rifle Match.  He placed first out of 1,262 shooters in the competition.  He made the best of 15 to 20 mile per hour winds to score a 94-3 in the 600 yard final to earn an aggregate score of 390-13.  Congratulations to Mr. Laramie.  [...]
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