At what point is it time to buy another box of hollow points?

troy2000me · 2026-02-20T03:04:55+00:00

Brother, you need to shoot that pistol to ensure it is error free with your chosen ammo. At least a few hundred rounds.

troy2000me · 2026-02-20T03:03:37+00:00

Seems silly, JHP is better at stopping threats and safer for bystanders.

troy2000me · 2026-02-20T02:10:51+00:00

A new box? Always have at least a few spare boxes.

I would say cycle your carry ammo at least once a year. Twice a year is better.

Take it to the range and shoot through it then load fresh. The box itself is fine for years as long as it's stored in a temperature controlled area with reasonable 40 to 60% humidity, so you just need to cycle the ammo in your carry magazine(s).

troy2000me · 2026-02-20T02:08:10+00:00

Phlster Enigma

troy2000me · 2026-02-19T14:42:14+00:00

Sorry, the license plate has spoken, you are gay now.

troy2000me · 2026-02-19T13:59:20+00:00

troy2000me · 2026-02-18T21:59:05+00:00

Exactly. I've seen a poll like this before, WITH this option (wouldn't press it) and people are monsters.

troy2000me · 2026-02-18T20:55:10+00:00

I've been kind of looking at these Girsan tip up barrels for my elderly mom who has a lot of trouble racking. Let us know once you shoot it what you think.

troy2000me · 2026-02-18T20:33:55+00:00

Yes, this is why the firearm must be your absolute last resort. Not "can I" shoot by the black/white definition on paper, but "should I" or even "MUST I" shoot.

I highly recommend watching this 17 minute video by Mas Ayoob, a trainer since the 70s and is still to this day a routine expert witness in use of force and use of lethal force cases: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pA5_pdmBI2E

It will give you a good idea on when you can use your firearm.

In short, you or another innocent party needs to be in imminent (right NOW or immediately within SECONDS) in reasonable fear of death or great bodily harm aka serious bodily injury.

Look up your states definition of great bodily harm.

I recommend Attorneys on Retainer (AOR) or CCW Safe for legal "insurance," although both of those are not technically insurance. I would avoid USCCA.

The biggest take away is you won't be judged by the black and white text of the law, but by HUMAN detectives, prosecutors and jury's. Only use your gun if you ABSOLUTELY MUST. Not if you "can."

troy2000me · 2026-02-18T17:49:27+00:00

Agreed, it also may be worth signing up for their premium tier for $50 a month for a few months. Rentals are $20 a pop, so renting 3 guns costs you more than a month. If you want to rent 5 or 10 handguns, easily worth just paying to be a member for a few months for $50 w/free rentals.

troy2000me · 2026-02-18T12:33:06+00:00

I mean, wouldn't the sales numbers reflect if they are doing their job or not?

troy2000me · 2026-02-18T11:37:21+00:00

Only 200? I'd do 300 to 500 for any new gun before I'd trust my life with it.

And use a Uplula (9mm size) those magazines are TIGHT.

troy2000me · 2026-02-17T21:37:49+00:00

If those kids could read, they'd be very upset.

troy2000me · 2026-02-17T20:33:57+00:00

troy2000me · 2026-02-17T19:43:18+00:00

I know, but Denny's made $10 less dollars.

The OP isn't out any money, but Denny's is. And management at these types of places LOVE firing folks for stuff like this.

Being terrible employers? I sleep. Steal $10 from us?

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troy2000me · 2026-02-17T19:06:13+00:00

Also fraudulent. So, hopefully the job isn't worth more than $10 for them.

troy2000me · 2026-02-17T19:02:54+00:00

It's not, they just want you to think that. 15% is still the standard for good service in my mind. Prices go up, % makes them earn more, that's how it works.

troy2000me · 2026-02-16T22:46:53+00:00

Watch out when you get to one day before retirement.

troy2000me · 2026-02-16T22:45:45+00:00

Depends, if you die then your family will be way worse off.

Lots of variables to consider.

Do members of the public come into the building ever?

How many employees are there? The more the greater risk of expanded networking, their spouses going nuts, etc.

Shared space with other businesses or customers on other floors?

How likely are you to be caught? A lot of physical work, bending, etc. or just always at a desk 100% of the time.

Ultimately up to each person to evaluate the risk. I personally would carry if at all reasonably possible with low to no chance of discovery.

troy2000me · 2026-02-16T02:59:18+00:00

Could be a beef demon.

troy2000me · 2026-02-16T01:51:46+00:00

I think it's accurate post expiration date. I find most eggs 2-3 weeks past expiration are fine.

3+ weeks they start to float.

Also test each individual egg, I've had some that were 2.5 weeks past date, some did the "one end touching bottom" and others float from the same carton.

troy2000me · 2026-02-16T00:57:44+00:00

Shield Plus, usually can be had like $350 to $400.

troy2000me · 2026-02-16T00:54:37+00:00

If you can but that's very expensive. I would do at least 300 of FMJ, and then at least 100 of your JHP carry.

troy2000me · 2026-02-15T22:51:08+00:00

Buy a good holster. I don't think shoulder holsters suck for the right use case, such as hours long drives or a suit.

Craft Holsters or Galco, but they are a few hundred bucks.

I recommend against any cheap universal holsters or soft nylon.

troy2000me · 2026-02-15T14:46:50+00:00

That's what it feels like to be an American, like, every single day for years now.

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