Free Republic
Browse · Search
General/Chat
Topics · Post Article

Skip to comments.

OCTOBER LOCK & LOAD MONTH
Everything | AUGUST 22 2020 | STARSTRUCK

Posted on 08/22/2020 11:29:41 AM PDT by Starstruck

click here to read article


Navigation: use the links below to view more comments.
first previous 1-2021-4041-6061-70 next last
To: Maceman

I see. Thanks.


41 posted on 08/22/2020 3:48:42 PM PDT by dsc (We are competing against Soros money poured onto a hive mentality.)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 39 | View Replies]

To: Big Red Badger

You’re prolly right, but it’s always been lock and load, and you won’t change it. Army Basic Training.
I can still hear the range officer on the rifle range when we were given permission to fire one round: “Lock one round ball ammunition, load. Lock and load”.


42 posted on 08/22/2020 4:16:57 PM PDT by Tucker39 ("It is impossible to rightly govern a nation without God and the Bible." George Washington)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 31 | View Replies]

To: Tucker39

Boot Camp was the only
time I shot an AR platform.
Damn Long time ago!


43 posted on 08/22/2020 5:10:20 PM PDT by Big Red Badger (TRUMP vs Biden-----------Any Question?)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 42 | View Replies]

To: Big Red Badger

Actually the “lock” part refers to old black powder firearms that had a half cock position (locked) where it was supposed to be safe to then load your firearm. I say supposed to be safe because that’s where the term “going off half cocked” came from.


44 posted on 08/22/2020 5:32:31 PM PDT by Blood of Tyrants (Where do you find the word "except" in the 2nd Amendment?)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 31 | View Replies]

To: Mat_Helm; Tucker39

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-chat/3876777/posts?page=44#44


45 posted on 08/22/2020 5:33:32 PM PDT by Blood of Tyrants (Where do you find the word "except" in the 2nd Amendment?)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 37 | View Replies]

To: Maceman

Come see us at the Lebanon Gun Shop. We’ll show you what it’s like to buy a gun in a free state.


46 posted on 08/22/2020 5:35:10 PM PDT by Blood of Tyrants (Where do you find the word "except" in the 2nd Amendment?)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 39 | View Replies]

To: Maceman

“I just bought my first gun last week-end, and had my first gun lesson yesterday.”

Wa-HOOO! Proud of ya! :)


47 posted on 08/22/2020 5:46:01 PM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have 'hobbies.' I'm developing a robust post-Apocalyptic skill set.)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 5 | View Replies]

To: Blood of Tyrants
You are correct in that the original term referred to the flint lock file.

However as a military drill and command it is generally in modern times referenced to the M1 Garand rifle. Unlike magazine fed rifles the bolt had to be locked back in order to load. This according to my father Marine Corp Master Gunnery Sergeant and Camp Pendleton drill instructor after the Korean War. He trained many Marines that ended up fighting in Vietnam carrying M1's and M-14's before going to the M16.

My only problem with 40+ guns is which ones to take to the range each time or how many. The Garand is still my favorite to shoot hi power ---ping---.

48 posted on 08/22/2020 5:55:08 PM PDT by Mat_Helm
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 44 | View Replies]

To: Starstruck; PROCON
First of all, thanks for the advice - NOOB! (I bow to my Sense!) :)

Secondly, I was BORN ready!

Lastly. It certainly doesn't hurt to have both of THESE in your Bug Out Bag, either:


49 posted on 08/22/2020 5:55:28 PM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin (I don't have 'hobbies.' I'm developing a robust post-Apocalyptic skill set.)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 1 | View Replies]

To: Starstruck

it’s becoming necessary...


50 posted on 08/22/2020 6:12:32 PM PDT by sasquatch
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 1 | View Replies]

To: Big Red Badger

Lock the mag into the receiver first.
Then load a round.
OK?


51 posted on 08/22/2020 6:15:36 PM PDT by sasquatch
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 31 | View Replies]

To: IncPen

LOL.

5.56mm


52 posted on 08/22/2020 6:17:44 PM PDT by M Kehoe (DRAIN THE SWAMP! Finish THE WALL!)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 4 | View Replies]

To: Mat_Helm

The M1 rifle is every one’s favorite. It’s a man-sized rifle.


53 posted on 08/22/2020 6:59:31 PM PDT by Blood of Tyrants (Where do you find the word "except" in the 2nd Amendment?)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 48 | View Replies]

To: sasquatch

Got it!
Now to get my butt
“Locked and Loaded!”


54 posted on 08/22/2020 7:02:58 PM PDT by Big Red Badger (TRUMP vs Biden-----------Any Question?)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 51 | View Replies]

To: real saxophonist

Anything can be a weapon.


55 posted on 08/22/2020 7:04:11 PM PDT by Texas resident (Remember in November)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 6 | View Replies]

To: Blood of Tyrants

Okay,black powder is a Fav!
.
How about;
Lock,Stock and Barrel.
More Cap and Ball,correct?


56 posted on 08/22/2020 7:06:57 PM PDT by Big Red Badger (TRUMP vs Biden-----------Any Question?)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 44 | View Replies]

To: Big Red Badger

You can be very comfortable with an AR type or a Ruger mini 14. Fire them both and figure out what works for you.

I like the Ruger Mini 14 and the PC-9.

If I had my druthers, I would like to have a M-60, but you know....


57 posted on 08/22/2020 7:08:51 PM PDT by Texas resident (Remember in November)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 43 | View Replies]

To: Big Red Badger

Yep. The lock referred to the hammer/trigger mechanism, the stock and barrel of the firearm. Essentially the whole rifle.


58 posted on 08/22/2020 7:10:15 PM PDT by Blood of Tyrants (Where do you find the word "except" in the 2nd Amendment?)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 56 | View Replies]

To: Diana in Wisconsin

I have several of those knives. I will not be bugging out. I live in the boonies and figure my best chance is hunkering down and living or dying with the consequences.


59 posted on 08/22/2020 7:18:17 PM PDT by Starstruck
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 49 | View Replies]

To: Texas resident

It’s baffled me Why the
Mini is priced so high.
It’s accuracy was
A big issue.


60 posted on 08/22/2020 7:22:06 PM PDT by Big Red Badger (TRUMP vs Biden-----------Any Question?)
[ Post Reply | Private Reply | To 57 | View Replies]


Navigation: use the links below to view more comments.
first previous 1-2021-4041-6061-70 next last

Disclaimer: Opinions posted on Free Republic are those of the individual posters and do not necessarily represent the opinion of Free Republic or its management. All materials posted herein are protected by copyright law and the exemption for fair use of copyrighted works.

Free Republic
Browse · Search
General/Chat
Topics · Post Article

FreeRepublic, LLC, PO BOX 9771, FRESNO, CA 93794
FreeRepublic.com is powered by software copyright 2000-2008 John Robinson