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Recent content by Jim Thorpe

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    Home Defense Shotgun - What to Buy

    Hey all, I only have handguns, but I am thinking about purchasing a shotgun almost strictly for home defense. It is possible I may want to take it hunting at some point, so please take that into account when providing your recommendation. That being said, it is almost 100% for home defense use...
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    Attempted Abduction in Fairfax - Question on Use of Force

    imported post Not sure if you guys saw the attempted abduction today in Fairfax. In the incident, an unknown man attempted to pull a child from a vehicle at a 7-Eleven in Fairfax. The mother in the vehicle had her child by one arm, while the unknown man had the child by the other arm. It was...
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    Your Favorite .45 - Looking to buy

    imported post Hello all - Been awhile since I've checked in on this forum. Anyway, I mostly carry a Sig P229 (9mm), which is just an awesome firearm. I am now looking at buying a .45, and would like to know everyone's thoughts on their favorite .45. Right now I am leaning toward the HK USP...
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    Use of Deadly Force in Virginia

    imported post Does anyone have a link or a description to the use of deadly force in Virginia (by a civilian)? I am only familiar with states like Texas, and was wondering how different the law was here in Virginia. For instance, I am assuming you do not have to provide any verbal warning...
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    Firearm Sets Off Shoplifting Alarm?

    imported post Has anyone else noticed that when carrying a firearm, the shoplifting alarm on stores goes off when you enter/leave? I just began noticing this. About 80% of the time I enter a store now, the alarm goes off upon entrance and departure. It is kind of annoying, especially when they...
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    Dulles Town Center?

    imported post Anyone know whether Dulles Town Center has a statement prohibiting conceal carry? Or anyone know is there are any problems concealing there?
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    Safeway Foods

    imported post Can you conceal carry in a Safeway or similar food store (like Giant) with a conceal carry license? I ask due to this: "No person shall carry a concealed handgun into any place of business such as a restaurant, club or store, or special event for which a license to sell or serve...
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