Days ago I posted on Facebook (in my alter ego) that I might find it necessary to add a Smith and Wesson Model 29 in .44 Magnum into the mix.
The Crazed American has a love of fine handguns, and rifles, and shotguns.
Off to Cabelas I went, not expecting to find a Model 29. I found one, but it was $850.
Alas. I was also looking for a .22LR pistol. Something to plink with the Elder Crazed American and the Brother of the Crazed American... I was thinking that I might find a nice Ruger - a used Single Six or an older Mk.II or a 22/45.
I did spy a SIG Sauer Mosquito. I was able to snap it up for $199... It needed a cleaning, but it was in excellent shape.
The Crazed American, in his wandering on teh intertubes, has seen quite a bit of bad press on the SIG. Finicky with ammo they said. Only has a taste for the expensive stuff. CCI Mini-mags.
So I bought a Bianchi IWB holster, two hundred rounds of the expensive CCI and headed on home. I did a quick field strip and cleaning. Suprising how close to it's larger siblings the SIG is. Controls are similar, although there is an added slide mounted manual safety, the decocking lever and slide stop are in the same places. I speak from experience, at one point having a SIG Sauer P226 in 9mm in the armory.
Noticed that during a function check the trigger was a tag gummy. Not able to contain my excitement I headed for the range.
Burned through 60 rounds of the CCI quickly. Flawless performance, with great accuracy. Quite pleased, almost smug, I switched to the worst ammunition that I have. Remington Gold - bulk Pack .22LR. This ammunition has less than stellar performance history with me (huge number of stoppages in my 10/22), but due to the quirky nature of the fates, I have in my possession about 1500 rounds of the stuff.
Pistol came with 2 ten round magazines. I went through 150 rounds of the bulk Remington, with a single malfunction. Round rim was dented by the firing pin. Figuring it could have been a light strike I replaced the round into battery. Click.
I ejected the round into the snow. Two dents in the rim. Bad round.
Then I switched to my old standby - 36 grain copper plated Federal Bulk Pack. Burned through 100 rounds - functioned perfectly.
So I have determined that my new little SIG likes the jacketed bullets. Tonight I am going to try out a supply of Remington Subsonic and Federal Lightning. Both types are non-jacketed / plated lead. I like my new little SIG. Don't get me wrong, I love shooting my 1911, but I can shoot so much more now. Also, I take a handgun with me whenever I camp, hike or snowshoe. The small SIG weighs SO much less than my full size 1911 (and magazines).
I highly recommend the SIG Mosquito. As with it's older siblings, the SIG is built to tight tolerances and does not like dirt. So if you are not into keeping your weapons maintained, look elsewhere for a .22lr pistol.
21 December 2009
02 July 2009
From DoubleTapper...
http://doubletapper.blogspot.com/2009/07/iran-in-pictures.html
Picture taken in Iran - bravery in all forms...
05 June 2009
ALGORE to see the NorKs!!
http://www.breitbart.com/article.php?id=CNG.32cde4b38d55ae6af28266bb31a7221e.e11&show_article=1
What could possibly go wrong?
Tee-hee-hee...
Worst case scenario: he get's to find out what the "green benefits" of NorK Convict Labor are...
In all seriousness, I do hope he is able to win the release of his "journalists" that the NorKs are holding. Other than that, i hope he has a very un-exciting and uneventful trip...
I do wish him the best - really!
What could possibly go wrong?
Tee-hee-hee...
Worst case scenario: he get's to find out what the "green benefits" of NorK Convict Labor are...
In all seriousness, I do hope he is able to win the release of his "journalists" that the NorKs are holding. Other than that, i hope he has a very un-exciting and uneventful trip...
I do wish him the best - really!
19 May 2009
We're trying to destroy...
The American Car industry.
CAFE standards
Government ownership
Has the government ever run anything (other than into the ground)?
i understand the need to push automakers to make more fuel efficient cars, but right now? Seriously? Chrysler (almost gone), GM (slightly better, but still sinking - fast) and Ford (not in terrible shape, but hurting) have enough on their plates trying to come up with a car that doesn't suck.
Right now, with current automotive technology the only way to get cars that will meet these new CAFE standars is to sacrifice weight for economy. That means cars will be made with thinner and lighter metals and much more plastics and composites. Folks, if 10 years from now you get hit by a '78 Cadillac Brougham while you're riding around in a car lighter than a Prius, the Caddy becomes both the immovable object and the irresistable force. Physics come into play. You will be in a world of shit...
Who knows, maybe the American Auto unions (Primary shareholder of GM and Chrysler) and the Federal Government (same) under the expert engineering tutelage of President Obama and Vice President Biden, will be able to out- design and produce the profit motivated robber barons of the American Car Industry (and the Germans, Japanese, Koreans, and Chinese).
Sure, it could happen, but folks, I think I have a better chance of seeing Mr. Jesus H. Christ and Mr. John Cantius Garand (Peace Be Upon Him) sharing a cup of joe at the local 7-11.
It is apparent WHO is behind all of this:
Auto Mechanics (Technicians)
Used Car Salesmen
and the Spare Parts Industry
I for one will now keep my 165 HP Honda CR-V (gets 25 miles to the gallon) until the wheels fall off, then go buy a used one, in Mexico, for parts.
This is another thing I reserve the "I told you so" right.
CAFE standards
Government ownership
Has the government ever run anything (other than into the ground)?
i understand the need to push automakers to make more fuel efficient cars, but right now? Seriously? Chrysler (almost gone), GM (slightly better, but still sinking - fast) and Ford (not in terrible shape, but hurting) have enough on their plates trying to come up with a car that doesn't suck.
Right now, with current automotive technology the only way to get cars that will meet these new CAFE standars is to sacrifice weight for economy. That means cars will be made with thinner and lighter metals and much more plastics and composites. Folks, if 10 years from now you get hit by a '78 Cadillac Brougham while you're riding around in a car lighter than a Prius, the Caddy becomes both the immovable object and the irresistable force. Physics come into play. You will be in a world of shit...
Who knows, maybe the American Auto unions (Primary shareholder of GM and Chrysler) and the Federal Government (same) under the expert engineering tutelage of President Obama and Vice President Biden, will be able to out- design and produce the profit motivated robber barons of the American Car Industry (and the Germans, Japanese, Koreans, and Chinese).
Sure, it could happen, but folks, I think I have a better chance of seeing Mr. Jesus H. Christ and Mr. John Cantius Garand (Peace Be Upon Him) sharing a cup of joe at the local 7-11.
It is apparent WHO is behind all of this:
Auto Mechanics (Technicians)
Used Car Salesmen
and the Spare Parts Industry
I for one will now keep my 165 HP Honda CR-V (gets 25 miles to the gallon) until the wheels fall off, then go buy a used one, in Mexico, for parts.
This is another thing I reserve the "I told you so" right.
08 May 2009
So, tonight I will see it...
I am looking forward to seeing it. From what I have heard it's a good one.
I have been a fan since a VERY early age...
I reserve the right not to love it, but I have heard that the movie is a hell of a ride...
I'll let you know....
Crazed American
But as far as I'm concerned, the picture at the top is Captain Kirk...
30 April 2009
Swine Flu
My spider-sense is a tickling.
They just closed my daughter's school (and the rest of the district) 'till Monday...
Either it's worse than they are letting on, or...
Let's just say I'd rather pick it being worse than they are letting on. Either way somebody is at the least managing our expectations, or outright lying to us, for some other nefarious purpose. What that is, I keep to myself - in the dark recesses of my fevered mind...
Or Joe Biden (Vice-President) (clueless gas-bag), by saying that he wouldn't be riding planes or trains, has sparked a wee bit of a panic, and it might be that time for him to be fired.
Article on Joe: http://www.politico.com/news/stories/0409/21925.html
Mark my words - the powers that be might use this an an excuse to cut him loose from the administration.
"...Engineered Crisis..." Hmmm....
Geo-political experts, talk amongst yourselves. Comments are always welcome, but not expected.
They just closed my daughter's school (and the rest of the district) 'till Monday...
Either it's worse than they are letting on, or...
Let's just say I'd rather pick it being worse than they are letting on. Either way somebody is at the least managing our expectations, or outright lying to us, for some other nefarious purpose. What that is, I keep to myself - in the dark recesses of my fevered mind...
Or Joe Biden (Vice-President) (clueless gas-bag), by saying that he wouldn't be riding planes or trains, has sparked a wee bit of a panic, and it might be that time for him to be fired.
Article on Joe: http://www.politico.com/news/stories/0409/21925.html
Mark my words - the powers that be might use this an an excuse to cut him loose from the administration.
"...Engineered Crisis..." Hmmm....
Geo-political experts, talk amongst yourselves. Comments are always welcome, but not expected.
28 April 2009
Because "I have a gift..."
http://wcbstv.com/topstories/air.force.one.2.996457.html
So the Federal government knowingly scared the shit out of a city.
President Obama had authorized this mission
If it was just a VC-25A and not Air Force One, why not tell anyone?
Until the Feds release a verifiable manifest of the personnel on-board (which they won't), I'm assuming it was either Air Force One, or a planeload of political donors for a little joy ride.
Not to mention this spent $328,835. Not to mention the lost wages and productivity of the people who thought they were under attack again, not to mention the counseling that some people are undoubtedly going to require.
All for a fucking photo. Nice job, Mr. President, I'd ask if you slept well, but I already know the answer.
Where's the outcry form the mass media?
Oh, and Arlen Specter is a coward and a complete asshole. Looked like he was going to loose against another Republican. The Democrats promised to run him as thier candidate. Being a Senator is the MOST important thing to him. In the immortal owrds of my Grandfather, "Don't let the door hit you in the ass". I have no money, and I am considering sending money to ALL of his opponents...
Love my first amendment rights.
Crazed American, out.
UPDATE: So, the President is not going to release the "publicity" photos from the flight.
Call the Crazed American cynical, but I now bet there are no photos...
So the Federal government knowingly scared the shit out of a city.
President Obama had authorized this mission
If it was just a VC-25A and not Air Force One, why not tell anyone?
Until the Feds release a verifiable manifest of the personnel on-board (which they won't), I'm assuming it was either Air Force One, or a planeload of political donors for a little joy ride.
Not to mention this spent $328,835. Not to mention the lost wages and productivity of the people who thought they were under attack again, not to mention the counseling that some people are undoubtedly going to require.
All for a fucking photo. Nice job, Mr. President, I'd ask if you slept well, but I already know the answer.
Where's the outcry form the mass media?
Oh, and Arlen Specter is a coward and a complete asshole. Looked like he was going to loose against another Republican. The Democrats promised to run him as thier candidate. Being a Senator is the MOST important thing to him. In the immortal owrds of my Grandfather, "Don't let the door hit you in the ass". I have no money, and I am considering sending money to ALL of his opponents...
Love my first amendment rights.
Crazed American, out.
UPDATE: So, the President is not going to release the "publicity" photos from the flight.
Call the Crazed American cynical, but I now bet there are no photos...
19 April 2009
17 April 2009
Tea Parties
The Crazed American Likes this...
The American system is strongest when the citizenry actively participate. Our problems stem from us not participating nearly enough.
Note to all of those who criticize these people, yet were happy when people protested "the war" (pick one): It's called the Freedom of Speech, look it up. Don't try to deny it to people you don't agree with...
That's un-American
Freedom - that's all I want my congress-critters to do - protect my freedom.
Crazed American, out.
The American system is strongest when the citizenry actively participate. Our problems stem from us not participating nearly enough.
Note to all of those who criticize these people, yet were happy when people protested "the war" (pick one): It's called the Freedom of Speech, look it up. Don't try to deny it to people you don't agree with...
That's un-American
Freedom - that's all I want my congress-critters to do - protect my freedom.
Crazed American, out.
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