Gun Thread: Final August Edition!

Howdy, Y'all! Welcome to the wondrously fabulous Gun Thread! As always, I want to thank all of our regulars for being here week in and week out, and also offer a bigly Gun Thread welcome to any newcomers who may be joining us tonight. Howdy and thank you for stopping by! I hope you find our wacky conversation on the subject of guns 'n shooting both enjoyable and informative. You are always welcome to lurk in the shadows of shame, but I'd like to invite you to jump into the conversation, say howdy, and tell us what kind of shooting you like to do!

Holy Shitballs! How in the ever-loving Hell did it get to be the Final August Edition? That came quickly, don't you think? As promised, next week we begin the ever-popular September editions!

With that, step into the dojo and let's get to the gun stuff below, shall we?

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FUNdamentals of MoMe'n

They Mome'n down in Texas!

The time has come to begin the discussion of the upcoming TXMoMe in Corsicana, TX on October 16-17. This is the eleventh annual TXMoMe, or Conservative Burning Man as it's popularly known, and it promises to be a doozy. A double-doozy even. A bigly double-doozy! If you're in either the Northern or Southern Hemisphere of the Planet of the Earth, contact Ben Had for details on attending. The dates and email links for all MoMes are always helpfully included on the blog's main page, left sidebar.

What started years ago as a small get-together and informal plinking session lasting a couple of hours has matured into a full scale jamboree-hootenanny including a program of shooting activities for both handguns and rifles over two days. I have to thank Ben Had, Cow Horse Queen and RancherBob for making this whole thing happen and providing the opportunity for the shooting to comprise such a significant portion of the event.

But wait! There's more! Combine that with world class food and drink, and the even world classier company of your fellow Morons, and you have a weekend that legends are made of. For those not inclined to shoot (?), there are non-stop opportunities to relax in the shade of the carport or under a handy nearby tree with a beverage and visit with your online pals to your hearts content, which is really what the whole damn thing is about in the first place..

Allow me to be serious for a minute. I have said this probably two hundred and eighty-three times now. These gatherings are a really good time, and I know of no one who expresses regret after having attended one. Actually it goes beyond that. It's not just a weekend of laughs, it's an opportunity to connect with lots of like-minded people and create lasting friendships and priceless memories. No kidding. Think that's hyperbole? It snot. Would your ol' pal Weasel lie to you? Well, yes he would, but not about this. TXMoMe veterans will attest to the funness and completely laid-back nature of the event. Don't be a dork, do yourself a favor and get yo' ass to Texas!

Specifics of the Friday/Saturday schedule of activities will be posted here in the coming weeks, so stay tuned.

TXMoMe veterans: please jump into the comments to encourage the scairdy-cats to join in the fun! What was your first MoMe like? What were you expecting? Were you surprised? Did you have a great time?

Call for Volunteers
Help! As I mentioned above, the shooting program in Texas continues to grow, and we wouldn't be able to do it without a lot of help. If you're interested in lending a hand in some capacity, please drop me a note at gunthread at protonmail dot com indicating your date and time of arrival and we'll be in touch. Thank You!

RSOs from prior years: Expect an email from me soon.

If you are attending the TXMoMe this year, and all the cool kids are, please keep an eye on this section for important information and updates in the coming weeks! I also want to reiterate the TXMoMe is not a gun thing with some socializing attached, but rather is a social thing with some shooting attached. If you aren't a shooter, I guarantee you will not feel out of place and will have a great time. No fooling!

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NOTE TO ALL: This is a private event, held on private property, and is open by invitation only. If you have not contacted Ben Had, and received a personal invitation with directions, you are, how do I say, not among the invited. Attendees: Do not share the location of the event with anyone or risk losing your own TXMoMe privileges.

So with that piece of serious business out of the way, are all y'all getting excited? Weasel are!!

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Gun Tests: .22LR!

From Gun Tests Magazine

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More .22LR!

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Ax Weasel

Q: Weasel, what is the best gun for grizzly bears?
A: Ha! Good one!

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Our Pal Bennies And Goofballs

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Highway Patrol!

This week's episode: Auto Press

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Flash Gordon: Zydereen Of Neptune!

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Here are some different online cigar vendors. You will find they not only carry different brands and different lines from those brands, but also varying selections of vitolas (sizes/shapes) of given lines. It's good to have options, especially if you're looking for a specific cigar.

Cigarsinternational.com
Cigarpage.com
Famous-smoke.com
Cigarsdaily.com
Neptunecigar.com
Smallbatchcigar.com
Bobalu Cigar Company
Cigarbid.com
Nicks Cigar World New!

A note about sources. The brick & mortar/online divide exists with cigars, as with guns, and most consumer products, with respect to price. As with guns - since both are "persecuted industries", basically - I make a conscious effort to source at least some of my cigars from my local store(s). It's a small thing, but the brick & mortar segment for both guns and tobacco are precious, and worth supporting where you can. And if you're lucky enough to have a good cigar store/lounge available, they're often a good social event with many dangerous people of the sort who own scary gunz, or read smart military blogs like this one. -rhomboid

Anyone have others to include? Perhaps a small local roller who makes a cigar you like? Send me your recommendation and a link to the site!

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I'm really very seriously not kidding around anymore. Buy Ammo
AmmoSeek - online ammo search tool
GunBot - online ammo search tool
SG Ammo
Palmetto State Armory
Georgia Arms
AmmoMan
Target Sports USA
Bud's Gun Shop
American Elite Ammo
Lucky Gunner Ammo NEW!

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Please note the new and improved protonmail account gunthread at protonmail dot com. An informal Gun Thread archive can be found HERE. Future expansion plans are in the works for the site Weasel Gun Thread. If you have a question you would like to ask Gun Thread Staff offline, just send us a note and we'll do our best to answer. If you care to share the story of your favorite firearm, send a picture with your nic and tell us what you sadly lost in the tragic canoe accident. If you would like to remain completely anonymous, just say so. Lurkers are always welcome!

That's it for this week - have you been to the range?

Posted by: Weasel at 07:00 PM

Comments

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1 Good evening everyone

Posted by: Skip at August 30, 2026 07:00 PM (Ia/+0)

2 BLAM BLAM BLAM!

Posted by: nurse ratched at August 30, 2026 07:00 PM (IQf6S)

3 First!

Posted by: Coelacanth at August 30, 2026 07:00 PM (mGFn3)

4 Third!

Posted by: Coelacanth at August 30, 2026 07:01 PM (mGFn3)

5 Sure wish I could go to Texas

Posted by: Skip at August 30, 2026 07:02 PM (Ia/+0)

6 "Bang, bang, my baby shot me down."

Ask about the 4 rulesl of gun safety before the 1st date?

Posted by: Duncanthrax at August 30, 2026 07:03 PM (0sNs1)

7 It's been too many years since I went shooting... maybe I can make it to the MoMe this year and get some schooling.

Posted by: RandomDave at August 30, 2026 07:04 PM (aJQbY)

8 6 "Bang, bang, my baby shot me down."

Ask about the 4 rulesl of gun safety before the 1st date?
Posted by: Duncanthrax

1. Grab crotch
2 hold gun sideways
3. Talk smack
4. Empty magazine in random direction.

What do I win?

Posted by: nurse ratched at August 30, 2026 07:05 PM (IQf6S)

9 Gubs!

What's burning tonight Weasel?

My burn is delayed a few hours, I FaceTime with a buddy down in Tejas and he likes to wait for the infernal heat to abate before sitting outside.

Thinking I'll try another of the Blackbird cigars I got in a sampler. Sort of duds, so far. Disappointing. Or maybe an Oliva Serie V or a My Father La Duena (sweet little lanceros).

Posted by: rhomboid at August 30, 2026 07:05 PM (U/Byj)

10 Sure wish I could go to Texas
Posted by: Skip at August 30, 2026 07:02 PM

All right-thinking people wish this.

Posted by: Duncanthrax at August 30, 2026 07:06 PM (0sNs1)

11 Evening everyone!!!

Sorry I cannot stay, out with some family.

Have fun and don't forget the FUNdementals! :-)

Posted by: Scuba_Dude at August 30, 2026 07:07 PM (dZE4s)

12 Posted by: rhomboid at August 30, 2026 07:05 PM (U/Byj)
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Not sure. I think I'll dig around in the humidor for a change of pace!

Posted by: Weasel at August 30, 2026 07:07 PM (leKdc)

13 Not sure. I think I'll dig around in the humidor for a change of pace!
Posted by: Weasel at August 30, 2026 07:07 PM

We're always here for you, Weasel-san.

Posted by: Swisher Sweets at August 30, 2026 07:09 PM (0sNs1)

14 No shootin', but finally got Leviathan's (Sacramento) paperwork back blessing my transfer of some inherited gubs into the state. The P7 is the only curiosity of the bunch, that and perhaps the little Walther TPH 22LR.

A couple of Model 18s in excellent condition, speaking of rimfire. A Model 66 no-dash that's lightly used, and a nice fresh-looking Ruger SP101 with a CrimsonTrace grip I'm hoping to give to my niece (her momma wants her gunned up for truck camping trips etc).

Colt Combat Commander and another P7 to be sold to a friend from shooting matches who's a real collector.

Posted by: rhomboid at August 30, 2026 07:10 PM (U/Byj)

15 We're always here for you, Weasel-san.
Posted by: Swisher Sweets at August 30, 2026 07:09 PM (0sNs1)
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Don't seem to have those in inventory. I was thinking more along the lines of a Cohiba.

Posted by: Weasel at August 30, 2026 07:10 PM (leKdc)

16 Two mass shootings minutes apart early morning in Trenton and Chicago.

Nothing good happens after midnight.

Posted by: polynikes at August 30, 2026 07:12 PM (KC5Lt)

17 Sorry I cannot stay, out with some family.

Posted by: Scuba_Dude at August 30, 2026 07:07 PM (dZE4s)
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Some random family? Are they at least nice?

Posted by: Weasel at August 30, 2026 07:13 PM (leKdc)

18 Hello, Weasel!

Posted by: Ed L at August 30, 2026 07:13 PM (BCwQW)

19 Howdy Ed L!

Posted by: Weasel at August 30, 2026 07:14 PM (leKdc)

20 Howdy!

Posted by: Puddleglum, lurkin' about at August 30, 2026 07:14 PM (sAmhv)

21 Trenton and Chicago? In those two palaces of civic order and advanced civilization? Amazing.

(actually going to check Heyjackass.com to see how Chiraq is doing this summer on their body count)

Actually saw a report of a shooting in ..... Switzerland, of all places. Not common. A fairly heavily armed society, but, a society. Standards, expectations, respect for law, all that exotic stuff I've read about from earlier periods of US history.

Posted by: rhomboid at August 30, 2026 07:14 PM (U/Byj)

22 "Nothing good happens after midnight.
Posted by: polynikes "

That's when it all hangs down.

Posted by: J.J. Cale at August 30, 2026 07:15 PM (MWfyi)

23 Howdy!
Posted by: Puddleglum, lurkin' about at August 30, 2026 07:14 PM (sAmhv)
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Doody!

Posted by: Weasel at August 30, 2026 07:15 PM (leKdc)

24 Nothing good happens after midnight.
Posted by: polynikes at August 30, 2026 07:12 PM (KC5Lt)
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Especially when you feed your Mogwai...

Posted by: "Perfessor" Squirrel at August 30, 2026 07:16 PM (FZ29D)

25 Dang. Screwed up the sock.

Posted by: J.J. Kale at August 30, 2026 07:16 PM (MWfyi)

26 Nothing good happens after midnight.
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Mom amended that to 8pm. She might have been right.

Posted by: Common Tater at August 30, 2026 07:17 PM (wa6DW)

27
1. Grab crotch
2 hold gun sideways
3. Talk smack
4. Empty magazine in random direction.

What do I win?
Posted by: nurse ratched at August 30, 2026 07:05 PM

Well, I'm not sure, since you haven't met all of the qualifications, to the best of my knowledge.

1. I've never seen you do this.
2. I've never seen you do this, either, but I will stipulate the possibility.
3. I have observed this, both here online, and IRL.
4. While I have not observed this personally, reputable sources (specifically CBD) imply they have, particularly when involving .45 ACP.

Posted by: Duncanthrax at August 30, 2026 07:17 PM (0sNs1)

28 Just curious when you are driving where do you keep your carry gun?

Since I appendix carry with a simple Uncle Mikes inside the waist holster that you can remove and put back easily I keep mine in the slot between the center console and passenger seat.

Posted by: polynikes at August 30, 2026 07:18 PM (KC5Lt)

29 Sure wish I could go to Texas"

Done. Texas good.

Posted by: man at August 30, 2026 07:19 PM (XuXeR)

30 Ah, perhaps the negative IQ mayor of Chicago is doing better than we thought. Homicides about the same as last year at this point (262), of which 228 shot and killed. Total shot about the same at 1100+.

Actually looks about the same, though I'd bet the cartel-related shenanigans have decreased.

Posted by: rhomboid at August 30, 2026 07:20 PM (U/Byj)

31 28 Just curious when you are driving where do you keep your carry gun?

Since I appendix carry with a simple Uncle Mikes inside the waist holster that you can remove and put back easily I keep mine in the slot between the center console and passenger seat.
Posted by: polynikes

Center console.

Posted by: nurse ratched at August 30, 2026 07:21 PM (IQf6S)

32 Weasel, do you want me to do another gun cleaning class like I did last year?

Posted by: Ed L at August 30, 2026 07:21 PM (BCwQW)

33 Posted by: rhomboid at August 30, 2026 07:20 PM (U/Byj)

It's harder to fudge the numbers when you're in the spotlight but I'm sure the Chicago politicians have given it the old college try.

Posted by: polynikes at August 30, 2026 07:22 PM (KC5Lt)

34 Attended my first last year.

LOVED IT.

Looking forward to my next pilgrimage.

Posted by: Quarter Twenty at August 30, 2026 07:23 PM (2Ez/1)

35 Weasel, do you want me to do another gun cleaning class like I did last year?
Posted by: Ed L at August 30, 2026 07:21 PM (BCwQW)
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Ed L - sure, if you like. I'll be sending out an email to volunteers in the next couple of days. Thanks

Posted by: Weasel at August 30, 2026 07:24 PM (leKdc)

36 "Zydereen Of Neptune!"

I'm pretty sure I saw that name in the local mug shots.

Posted by: J.J. Kale at August 30, 2026 07:25 PM (MWfyi)

37 polynikes I am sure the overall crime stats are massaged or simply underweighted as with most major metros, but the body count's fairly objective and concrete. In any case it's an outrage and scandal that is simply ignored. With what seems to be the comprehensive collapse of the "education" system there, and the obvious collapse of cultural standards for select demos, seems like we'll have this outrage continuing forever.

Posted by: rhomboid at August 30, 2026 07:25 PM (U/Byj)

38 About MoMe's.

If you are here, then you know that Ace of Spades is a "vibrant" on-line community and if you stay, you probably enjoy that community. A MoMe is kind of an extension of the on-line community into the real world, where lurkers still lurk and conversers still converse.

When I first traveled up the road to Corsicana, the conversers all had interesting things to say and I learned a bunch of noms-de-blog that I learned to look out for. You'll never find a more welcoming group than you'll find at a MoMe, and you can quietly ask questions about the blog's in-jokes, which is a major advantage over asking on the blog.

In short, the Texas MoMe is unutterably fun. Someday, I hope to try one of the others, but for now I hope to see you all in Corsicana.

Posted by: Cybersmythe at August 30, 2026 07:26 PM (VmDLh)

39 Attended my first last year.

LOVED IT.

Looking forward to my next pilgrimage.
Posted by: Quarter Twenty at August 30, 2026 07:23 PM (2Ez/1)
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Was meeting Weasel the best part?

Posted by: Totally not Weasel at August 30, 2026 07:27 PM (leKdc)

40 Good evening Horde. Thanks Weasel!

Posted by: TRex - orange hat of dorkiness dino at August 30, 2026 07:27 PM (XfIK1)

41 Posted by: TRex - orange hat of dorkiness dino at August 30, 2026 07:27 PM (XfIK1)
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My pleasure!

Posted by: Weasel at August 30, 2026 07:29 PM (leKdc)

42 Good evening all.
Exciting news. My purchase made the trip from VA to MD without a problem arriving a day early. Went to FFL with proper paperwork, filled out the forms, pd my fee to the State Police, now have to wait 7 days and get the Not Disapproved letter.
Had to laugh as there were two guys wanting to make a purchase and had no idea that they needed permission. It will cost me an extra $90 and a two week wait but it's done.

Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice) at August 30, 2026 07:29 PM (kJmSS)

43 Heyjackass.com is "pausing" their operation, say they'll update at most weekly for a while. Not the end, just a pause. "Just a pause in a very long, very stupid journey". I note their stats are only through early August.

Damn, where are the right-wing billionaires when you need them? Someone should write a modest check so a permanent staff can keep a site like that going full speed.

As of a few weeks back, the "Chicago shot clock" showed a shooting every 4 minutes 36 seconds. Something their 400-lb governor can be proud of.

Posted by: rhomboid at August 30, 2026 07:30 PM (U/Byj)

44 evening Weasel, evening Horde...is it already almost September, and then obviously October? Thankfully we made our reservations and are all set for another fun TXMoMe. If you've never attended, please consider doing so. Everyone has to attend for the first time, but it isn't painful - in fact it's absolutely fun. Seriously. And you get to converse with fellow Morons, which is great fun.

Posted by: The Grateful - R at August 30, 2026 07:30 PM (XfIK1)

45 Posted by: The Grateful - R at August 30, 2026 07:30 PM (XfIK1)
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Hey!

Posted by: Weasel at August 30, 2026 07:32 PM (leKdc)

46 Was meeting Weasel the best part?
Posted by: Totally not Weasel at August 30, 2026 07:27 PM (leKdc)

You're definitely underrated as a funny guy.

Posted by: polynikes at August 30, 2026 07:32 PM (KC5Lt)

47 For anybody interested in seeing a grizzly up close when you're roughing it in the wild, take along a couple of pounds of raw bacon. If there are any within a few miles, they will come calling.

Posted by: Rev. Wishbone at August 30, 2026 07:32 PM (nlLAo)

48 You're definitely underrated as a funny guy.
Posted by: polynikes at August 30, 2026 07:32 PM (KC5Lt)
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Oddly, after 25 years, WeaselWoman no longer thinks so.

Posted by: Weasel at August 30, 2026 07:34 PM (leKdc)

49 Don't seem to have those in inventory. I was thinking more along the lines of a Cohiba.
Posted by: Weasel

Oh, fancy. My local place carries tins of the Cohiba pequenos that I get. Really like the Blue. Once accidentally picked up a Black tin (twas a little dark in their humidor), and those little buggers pack a punch!

Posted by: She Hobbit at August 30, 2026 07:34 PM (NGXcE)

50 For anybody interested in seeing a grizzly up close when you're roughing it in the wild, take along a couple of pounds of raw bacon. If there are any within a few miles, they will come calling.
Posted by: Rev. Wishbone at August 30, 2026 07:32 PM

What do you do if you have no desire at all to see or come within many miles of any sort of bear?

I'm, um, asking for a friend.

Posted by: Cybersmythe at August 30, 2026 07:34 PM (VmDLh)

51 I had so much fun at my first MoMe I decided to do it again and again and, well you know.

and it's all lin-duh's fault.

Posted by: Ben Had at August 30, 2026 07:34 PM (PbWRL)

52 Weasel there was a buzz, press releases, leaks etc about you reorganizing your humidor situation after retirement finally kicked in. What can you report about that situation?

Posted by: rhomboid at August 30, 2026 07:35 PM (U/Byj)

53 Was meeting Weasel the best part?
Posted by: Totally not Weasel at August 30, 2026 07:27 PM
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Well, YEAH...that kinda goes without saying.

But, truthfully I ain't a gun person, but I sure have gained an appreciation for those who are.

What I found so satisfying is to be able to talk in-person with people and put a face with a nickname.
And get some backstories. Everybody has a story and I enjoy hearing them all.

Posted by: Quarter Twenty at August 30, 2026 07:35 PM (2Ez/1)

54 Was meeting Weasel the best part?
Posted by: Totally not Weasel at August 30, 2026 07:27 PM (leKdc)

You're definitely underrated as a funny guy.
Posted by: polynikes at August 30, 2026 07:32 PM

If you only knew.

Posted by: The Fourth Shot at August 30, 2026 07:35 PM (0sNs1)

55 Posted by: She Hobbit at August 30, 2026 07:34 PM (NGXcE)
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Hey! Looking forward to seeing you in the cigar lounge!

Posted by: Weasel at August 30, 2026 07:35 PM (leKdc)

56 >>>What do you do if you have no desire at all to see or come within many miles of any sort of bear?

I'm, um, asking for a friend.

Posted by: Cybersmythe

>Get an RV. I wish I could afford one.

Posted by: Rev. Wishbone at August 30, 2026 07:36 PM (nlLAo)

57 Meeting Weasel was one of the best parts!

Posted by: Ben Had at August 30, 2026 07:36 PM (PbWRL)

58 Just curious when you are driving where do you keep your carry gun?

Unless it's a long drive, say over 3 hours, it stays in my waistband. With the caveat that I probably carry lighter than most of y'all -- a Sig P290 -- and in a very well made holster.

Posted by: Oddbob at August 30, 2026 07:37 PM (vTZFs)

59
Posted by: Ben Had at August 30, 2026 07:36 PM (PbWRL)
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Nah. Meeting YOU is the best part!

Posted by: Weasel at August 30, 2026 07:38 PM (leKdc)

60 I went to my first Texas MoMe 8 weeks after meeting the horde in person at the NoVa MOMe for the first time. When I got there, I got a hug from Ben Had and felt like I had known everyone my whole life.Doesn't alter whether you are an I tovert or an extrovert, you will fit right in. It is an unforgettable experience and you will want to go again and again.

Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice) at August 30, 2026 07:39 PM (kJmSS)

61 Hey! Looking forward to seeing you in the cigar lounge!
Posted by: Weasel

Same, good sir, same.

Posted by: She Hobbit at August 30, 2026 07:41 PM (NGXcE)

62 Posted by: The Fourth Shot at August 30, 2026 07:35 PM (0sNs1)
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Unintended lateral deviation for demonstration purposes on the hazards of wobbly shit.

Posted by: Weasel at August 30, 2026 07:41 PM (leKdc)

63 Pro Tip for Introverts: Polish your shoes to a mirror-like gleam; it can help with observing the facial expressions of who you're talking to.

Posted by: Duncanthrax at August 30, 2026 07:41 PM (0sNs1)

64 Was meeting Weasel the best part?
Posted by: Totally not Weasel at August 30, 2026 07:27 PM (leKdc)

Clearly, it was meeting RI Red.

Posted by: Totally not RI Red at August 30, 2026 07:42 PM (33fCl)

65 Unintended lateral deviation for demonstration purposes on the hazards of wobbly shit.
Posted by: Weasel at August 30, 2026 07:41 PM

* slight smile *

You have learned well, Grasshopper!

Posted by: The Fourth Shot at August 30, 2026 07:43 PM (0sNs1)

66 Pro Tip for Introverts: Polish your shoes to a mirror-like gleam; it can help with observing the facial expressions of who you're talking to.
Posted by: Duncanthrax

Hmmmm, may have to rethink the wardrobe selection to eliminate skirts...

Posted by: She Hobbit at August 30, 2026 07:43 PM (NGXcE)

67 Clearly, it was meeting RI Red.
Posted by: Totally not RI Red at August 30, 2026 07:42 PM (33fCl)
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Troll!

Posted by: Weasel at August 30, 2026 07:44 PM (leKdc)

68 63 Pro Tip for Introverts: Polish your shoes to a mirror-like gleam; it can help with observing the facial expressions of who you're talking to.
Posted by: Duncanthrax at August 30, 2026 07:41 PM (0sNs1)
Remember to stay out of no-no zone with those shiny shoes.

Posted by: Eromero at August 30, 2026 07:45 PM (LHPAg)

69 Cybersmythe, looking forward to seeing you and your lovely wife again.

Posted by: Ben Had at August 30, 2026 07:45 PM (PbWRL)

70 Was meeting Weasel the best part?
Posted by: Totally not Weasel at August 30, 2026 07:27 PM (leKdc)

Clearly, it was meeting RI Red.
Posted by: Totally not RI Red
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Of course not. Are you intending to be in TX this Oct, because I intend on hitting the 1000 mark and would like you to be there....So would Emily (she told me so)...

Posted by: The Grateful - R at August 30, 2026 07:45 PM (XfIK1)

71 Hmmmm, may have to rethink the wardrobe selection to eliminate skirts...
Posted by: She Hobbit at August 30, 2026 07:43 PM (NGXcE)
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Well I'm going to have to rethink my outfits!

Posted by: Weasel at August 30, 2026 07:46 PM (leKdc)

72 I've met at least 5 Cobs at Tx momes and a whole bunch Morons. I have a commemorative plate from last year signed by many Morons. I even met NZ Frank! It's awesome! You have to make the pilgrimage if you want to find out if these are real people and not some crazy f'd up AI.

Posted by: fd at August 30, 2026 07:46 PM (MWfyi)

73 The "of course not" comment was referencing the posted by "Totally not RI Red"

Posted by: The Grateful - R at August 30, 2026 07:47 PM (XfIK1)

74 Have a good night everyone

Posted by: Skip at August 30, 2026 07:47 PM (Ia/+0)

75 Too poor to make the trip this year. Unless . .
Unless, I set up a gofundme.
That’s the ticket, I’ll do advance sales of my forthcoming novel.
There’s sex in it.
And guns.

Posted by: RI Red at August 30, 2026 07:47 PM (33fCl)

76 6 Cobs. Sorry if I left anybody out. Who knows, maybe even Ace was there, incognito.

Posted by: fd at August 30, 2026 07:48 PM (MWfyi)

77 It is pitch black outside, thunder and lightening.

Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice) at August 30, 2026 07:49 PM (kJmSS)

78 Ben Had, you need to work on this RI Red guy and have him return this year. I have faith you can do it....

Posted by: The Grateful - R at August 30, 2026 07:49 PM (XfIK1)

79 Randy Brooks, former owner of Barnes Bullets, has passed away.

One thing I learned to appreciate about Barnes Bullets was that they weighed them, and packaged near-like-weight bullets in a box. This removed a bit of deviation with in a box.

Posted by: Duncanthrax at August 30, 2026 07:50 PM (0sNs1)

80 Speaking of Morons, is VIA MIA?

Posted by: fd at August 30, 2026 07:50 PM (MWfyi)

Posted by: Duncanthrax at August 30, 2026 07:50 PM (0sNs1)

82 Maybe 15 people or more, are missing or unaccounted for at the Phantom Ranch area of Grand Canyon due to flash flooding yesterday. Nothing like the tragedy in Nepal, of course, but sobering.

Posted by: Common Tater at August 30, 2026 07:51 PM (wa6DW)

83 The Grateful, I have used gentle persuasion to downright shaming him in the past.

Posted by: Ben Had at August 30, 2026 07:51 PM (PbWRL)

84 Cybersmythe, looking forward to seeing you and your lovely wife again.
Posted by: Ben Had at August 30, 2026 07:45 PM

Likewise.

Posted by: Cybersmythe at August 30, 2026 07:52 PM (VmDLh)

85 You have to make the pilgrimage if you want to find out if these are real people and not some crazy f'd up AI.
Posted by: fd

Oh no, are they checking for that this year? Gonna need to study the CAPTCHA pics.

Posted by: She Hobbit at August 30, 2026 07:52 PM (NGXcE)

86 Posted by: Duncanthrax at August 30, 2026 07:50 PM (0sNs1)
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Endless hours of sorting match bullets is not something I miss!

Posted by: Weasel at August 30, 2026 07:52 PM (leKdc)

87 >>>Well I'm going to have to rethink my outfits!

Posted by: Weasel

>Piper can hook you up so you don't look like a hobo. You might even get some offers for a date from the horde.

Posted by: Rev. Wishbone at August 30, 2026 07:52 PM (nlLAo)

88 The Grateful, I have used gentle persuasion to downright shaming him in the past.
Posted by: Ben Had at August 30, 2026 07:51 PM (PbWRL)

I can attest to this.

Posted by: RI Red at August 30, 2026 07:52 PM (33fCl)

89 So far, Big Penguin has not infiltrated nor influenced the TxMoMe. May it always be so!

Posted by: Duncanthrax at August 30, 2026 07:53 PM (0sNs1)

90 RI Red, big hug, darlin.

Posted by: Ben Had at August 30, 2026 07:53 PM (PbWRL)

91 There’s sex in it.
And guns.

Rule #4.

Posted by: Oddbob at August 30, 2026 07:53 PM (vTZFs)

92 What event? What directions? Huh?

Posted by: Cow Demon at August 30, 2026 07:54 PM (jPziU)

93 Rhomboid - Ramon Allones robusto by AJF

Posted by: Weasel at August 30, 2026 07:54 PM (leKdc)

94 75 Too poor to make the trip this year. Unless . .
Unless, I set up a gofundme.
That’s the ticket, I’ll do advance sales of my forthcoming novel.
There’s sex in it.
And guns.
Posted by: RI Red at August 30, 2026 07:47 PM (33fCl)

Rock n roll?

Posted by: Cow Demon at August 30, 2026 07:55 PM (jPziU)

95 There’s sex in it.
And guns.

Rule #4.
Posted by: Oddbob at August 30, 2026 07:53 PM (vTZFs)

Don’t stick your d*ck in a gun?

Posted by: RI Red at August 30, 2026 07:55 PM (33fCl)

96 Duncanthrax, the Happyfeet DVD with the bullets holes in it is more than a warning.

Posted by: Ben Had at August 30, 2026 07:55 PM (PbWRL)

97 Don’t be such a square. Go to the MoME.

Posted by: Cow Demon at August 30, 2026 07:55 PM (jPziU)

98 What do you do if you have no desire at all to see or come within many miles of any sort of bear?

I'm, um, asking for a friend.
Posted by: Cybersmythe

Say in a very large city an if possible out of any woods.

Posted by: AZ deplorable moron at August 30, 2026 07:56 PM (NnhvP)

99 Rule #4.
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Don’t stick your d*ck in a gun?

I meant Cooper's Rule #4 but I suppose that's a valid corollary.

Posted by: Oddbob at August 30, 2026 07:56 PM (vTZFs)

100 Posted by: RI Red at August 30, 2026 07:47 PM

Aren't all the cool kids jumping on OnlyFans to resolve pecuniary difficulties?

Posted by: Duncanthrax at August 30, 2026 07:56 PM (0sNs1)

101 Next best thing to going to a MoMe is hosting one.

Doesn’t have to be fancy.
But meeting morons irl is pretty darn special. Please go if you can.
If you can’t, network with folks in your area and make your own.

You won’t regret the contacts and friendships. Seriously

Posted by: nurse ratched at August 30, 2026 07:58 PM (RQowV)

102 Posted by: RI Red at August 30, 2026 07:47 PM

Aren't all the cool kids jumping on OnlyFans to resolve pecuniary difficulties?
Posted by: Duncanthrax at August 30, 2026 07:56 PM (0sNs1)

I’ve got it! OnlyGuns!

Posted by: RI Red at August 30, 2026 07:58 PM (33fCl)

103 I had so much fun at my first MoMe I decided to do it again and again and, well you know.

and it's all lin-duh's fault.
Posted by: Ben Had
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What did I do???🤗🤣😂

Posted by: lin-duh at August 30, 2026 07:58 PM (VCgbV)

104 75 Too poor to make the trip this year. Unless . .
Unless, I set up a gofundme.
That’s the ticket, I’ll do advance sales of my forthcoming novel.
There’s sex in it.
And guns.
Posted by: RI Red at August 30, 2026 07:47 PM (33fCl
What kind of guns?

Posted by: Eromero at August 30, 2026 07:59 PM (LHPAg)

105 Evenin', Gun Horde!

Posted by: RedMindBlueState at August 30, 2026 08:00 PM (9iRTe)

106 One of the truly great things about the MoMe has been watching Spawn grow into a remarkable young lady.

Posted by: Ben Had at August 30, 2026 08:00 PM (PbWRL)

107 Weasel, another of AJ's lines I've yet to try. Guy has to slow down his blending so I can catch up.

Hmmm. Gonna go check the tupperdors again. Thinking an Undercrown Maduro might be the call today.

Posted by: rhomboid at August 30, 2026 08:01 PM (U/Byj)

108 Next best thing to going to a MoMe is hosting one.

Doesn’t have to be fancy.
Posted by: nurse ratched at August 30, 2026 07:58 PM

I can confirm. All it takes is a place to meet and an announcement. I've notably met both Count de Monet and Hadrian the Seventh, which puts me in some rare company.

Posted by: Cybersmythe at August 30, 2026 08:01 PM (VmDLh)

109 "So far, Big Penguin has not infiltrated nor influenced the TxMoMe. May it always be so!
Posted by: Duncanthrax"

That's because the contrasting black and white plumage of the penguin makes it a standout target at 1000 yards or more.

Posted by: Penguin Facts at August 30, 2026 08:01 PM (MWfyi)

110 What kind of guns?
Posted by: Eromero at August 30, 2026 07:59 PM (LHPAg)

You have to be a member to find out. That will be $100, please.

Posted by: RI Red at August 30, 2026 08:02 PM (33fCl)

111 lin-duh, you very much made this whole thing happen. Of course my emails screaming "Help" might have helped.

Posted by: Ben Had at August 30, 2026 08:04 PM (PbWRL)

112 As of a few weeks back, the "Chicago shot clock" showed a shooting every 4 minutes 36 seconds. Something their 400-lb governor can be proud of.
Posted by: rhomboid at August 30, 2026 07:30 PM (U/Byj)

Never stay at a Hyatt Hotel. Anywhere. For any reason.

Posted by: Cow Demon at August 30, 2026 08:04 PM (jPziU)

113 Cybersmythe, you will see them again this year.

Posted by: Ben Had at August 30, 2026 08:06 PM (PbWRL)

114 Posted by: Ben Had at August 30, 2026 07:36 PM (PbWRL)
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Nah. Meeting YOU is the best part!
Posted by: Weasel at August 30, 2026 07:38 PM (leKdc)

This. Won't forget that moment, and I'm sure it's different for everyone because that's Ben Had. She makes you feel that the entire event was created just for you. It's her superpower, and thankfully, she uses it for good...

Posted by: Joe Kidd at August 30, 2026 08:06 PM (nbLIj)

115 80 Speaking of Morons, is VIA MIA?
Posted by: fd at August 30, 2026 07:50 PM
+++
VIA surface in an Art Thread recently.
Word is - No MoMe for VIA this year.
Sad trumpet.

Posted by: Quarter Twenty at August 30, 2026 08:06 PM (2Ez/1)

116 *surfaced.

Posted by: Quarter Twenty at August 30, 2026 08:07 PM (2Ez/1)

117 I picked up the Benelli B76 on Fir. Hope to shoot it this week. Got it field stripped for clean and lube and I'm stll not entirely sure how it works.

Posted by: sniffybigtoe at August 30, 2026 08:07 PM (P4bJX)

118 You guys have it wrong. I get to meet YOU.

Posted by: Ben Had at August 30, 2026 08:08 PM (PbWRL)

119 Joe Kidd,
Yes, she does. Ben Had is the hostess with the mostest. She is kind and gracious and makes you feel like the party was waiting for you to get there to begin.

It’s a gift.

Posted by: nurse ratched at August 30, 2026 08:08 PM (Wnee8)

120 It's her superpower, and thankfully, she uses it for good...

Posted by: Joe Kidd at August 30, 2026 08:06 PM

+++++
Says the Karaoke powerhouse!

Posted by: Quarter Twenty at August 30, 2026 08:08 PM (2Ez/1)

121 Thank you QT. I'm not sure I can do it this year either.

Posted by: fd at August 30, 2026 08:08 PM (MWfyi)

122 The Grateful, I have used gentle persuasion to downright shaming him in the past.
Posted by: Ben Had
***********
Whatever it takes.....

Posted by: The Grateful - R at August 30, 2026 08:09 PM (XfIK1)

123 42 Good evening all.
Exciting news. My purchase made the trip from VA to MD without a problem arriving a day early. Went to FFL with proper paperwork, filled out the forms, pd my fee to the State Police, now have to wait 7 days and get the Not Disapproved letter.
Had to laugh as there were two guys wanting to make a purchase and had no idea that they needed permission. It will cost me an extra $90 and a two week wait but it's done.
Posted by: Sharon(willow's apprentice) at August 30, 2026 07:29 PM (kJmSS)

I still can’t get over the fact that, on federal property, in MD (Andrews AFB), you can buy firearms.

Posted by: Cow Demon at August 30, 2026 08:09 PM (jPziU)

124 Cybersmythe, you will see them again this year.
Posted by: Ben Had at August 30, 2026 08:06 PM

Oh, that's just frickin great. Now I have to remember what they look like so that I don't call one of them by the wrong names, too.

Posted by: Cybersmythe at August 30, 2026 08:10 PM (VmDLh)

125 Ok, ok, ok, back to gun stuff.
In a follow-up to last week’s kaboom story, it is highly likely that the fault was a high primer.
I fessed up entirely to Palmetto State. They gave me links for replacement parts - BCG and 20 rd mag.

Posted by: RI Red at August 30, 2026 08:10 PM (33fCl)

126 16 Two mass shootings minutes apart early morning in Trenton and Chicago.

Nothing good happens after midnight.
Posted by: polynikes at August 30, 2026 07:12 PM (KC5Lt)

Trenton, NJ?

Out of all the state capitals I have been too…what an absolute dump.

Posted by: Cow Demon at August 30, 2026 08:12 PM (jPziU)

127 OK, a little bit of a personal PSA.

It occurred to me recently that most of my really good friends I met through my association with this blog and attending MoMes, specifically the TXMoMe. I am not making this up. MoMe regulars know this, but to all of the introvert fence-sitters out there, try it at least once. You will not regret it.

Posted by: Weasel at August 30, 2026 08:12 PM (leKdc)

128 Well I'm going to have to rethink my outfits!
Posted by: Weasel

Piper can hook you up so you don't look like a hobo. You might even get some offers for a date from the horde.
Posted by: Rev. Wishbone

Presumably, this "WeaselWoman" person would not be in favor of that outcome.

Posted by: mikeski at August 30, 2026 08:13 PM (VHUov)

129 Ok Red,

No range time this weekend as I went to the Kitsap Co Fair.

And I did not carry. Just didn’t seem like the right situation. I did have pepper spray in my pocket. But no pistol.

Posted by: nurse ratched at August 30, 2026 08:13 PM (Wnee8)

130 I still can’t get over the fact that, on federal property, in MD (Andrews AFB), you can buy firearms.
Posted by: Cow Demon at August 30, 2026 08:09 PM (jPziU)

AAFES (Army and Air Force Exchange Services, i.e. "the PX") sells firearms at select locations (also Ft. Belvoir in VA). NEX (Navy Exchange) does not, at least in the DC area.

Posted by: Ed L at August 30, 2026 08:14 PM (BCwQW)

131 Presumably, this "WeaselWoman" person would not be in favor of that outcome.
Posted by: mikeski at August 30, 2026 08:13 PM (VHUov)
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She puts up with a lot of my retarded shit, but in this case, I think you're correct!

Posted by: Weasel at August 30, 2026 08:14 PM (leKdc)

132 What did I do???🤗🤣😂
Posted by: lin-duh at August 30, 2026 07:58 PM

A black kitten says, "You could have taken me home ..."

Posted by: Duncanthrax at August 30, 2026 08:15 PM (0sNs1)

133 My new IWB holster arrived last week. It's the Falco A914, and it has been a lot fun getting it adjust for CCH work. Falco does an excellent holster work. The Beretta PX 4 fit like a glove right out of the box, and it's very comfortable to wear.

Posted by: mrp at August 30, 2026 08:16 PM (rj6Yv)

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