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[tommy610]

Hi. I'm new here. Posted a few times... bought my first gun (a S&W 642) a couple months ago... only got it out once. I'm going to be joining a local gun club next week so I can do that more. And, I'm waiting for a Mika pocket holster to come in. That guy is busy! I considering getting into reloading... starting to research that now.

I started reading a lot in PAFOA as I got landed here many times while googling about home defense, shotguns, and then CCW, and then more so as I looked for PA specific discussion.

I've noticed that PAFOA is visited by non-PA residents a lot, too. And when I look at the count of "number of people currently viewing" forums, it is often way above the other forums that are purposely national in scope. Impressed.

I'll be seeing you around... and I'll contribute to the "Walmart ammo thread" whenever I visit one to find out which caliber they actually have a box of on the shelf on a given day.

[mojo]

Originally Posted by tommy610

Hi. I'm new here. Posted a few times... bought my first gun (a S&W 642) a couple months ago... only got it out once. I'm going to be joining a local gun club next week so I can do that more. And, I'm waiting for a Mika pocket holster to come in. That guy is busy! I considering getting into reloading... starting to research that now.

I started reading a lot in PAFOA as I got landed here many times while googling about home defense, shotguns, and then CCW, and then more so as I looked for PA specific discussion.

I've noticed that PAFOA is visited by non-PA residents a lot, too. And when I look at the count of "number of people currently viewing" forums, it is often way above the other forums that are purposely national in scope. Impressed.

I'll be seeing you around... and I'll contribute to the "Walmart ammo thread" whenever I visit one to find out which caliber they actually have a box of on the shelf on a given day.

Welcome to the forum.

[Fess]

HI gang. I have been lurking a while but finally got around to signing up. I don't really care to post on forms too much because of the "internet tough guy syndrome", however it seems very nice here from what I have witnessed so I thought I would sign up.

A little background on myself: I am 32, married, live in Lycoming County and work in IT for a local school district. I own a 9mm S&W 5906 (which I absolutely love) and a nickle Browning 380 which I bought for next to nothing and don't really care for. This summer I am thinking of picking up a Khar PM9 to replace the browning for CC since the 5906 is a bit large to carry in the summer. I use to be an avid shooter/hunter/fisher before marriage but in the past 2 years it seems like there is never time. I still do archery hunt and get to go fishing in my pond though. As far as shooting goes, I am just getting back into things. I just sent my application in to join the local sportsman club on RT 87 so I look forward to getting out shooting again. I would also like to take a firearms safety/home protection program or something similar over the summer.

So that's me in a nutshell. I look forward to being part of the community.

Fess

[headcase]

Originally Posted by SCUBA9097

Greetings everyone,

My name is Ted and I'm in New Castle, DE. Started reading the forum postings a day or two ago and it seems like a really good group of people here (I should have come to this site a long time ago!).

I've been involved in shooting sports for the past 16 years, with 5 years experience as a firearms instructor. I'm also pretty active with SCUBA diving, rappelling, camping, hiking, and just about anything else I can do outdoors.

I look forward to getting to know you all a little better and hopefully be a positive contributer here.

Ted

Originally Posted by kujo0311

Hey all,

Just found you guys on Google looking up stuff about fire arms.

To give a bit of a background on my self I was in the Marine Corps from 2002 - 2006 did a few tours in Iraq in the infantry with 3rd Battalion 4th Marines with India Co, outta 29 Palms and now I work for a private firm over seas.

I've been just scanning through some of the posts around here and see a lot of yall have a wealth of knowledge on gun laws and other great information hopefully I can learn a lot from here.

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[smallyfishin]

hi all , I'm new to the site also , but what I've seen so far I absolutely love it. there is a wealth of knowledge and seems like a bunch of good people. I'm by no means new to guns, but recently new to collecting them .It's nice to see so many people close to home i'm in southeast pa right outside of pottstown

[fingers80002]

Originally Posted by smallyfishin

hi all , I'm new to the site also , but what I've seen so far I absolutely love it. there is a wealth of knowledge and seems like a bunch of good people. I'm by no means new to guns, but recently new to collecting them .It's nice to see so many people close to home i'm in southeast pa right outside of pottstown

Seeing that headcase is in a drug induced stupor ( due to surgery), I'll step up for him and give you the "Random Newbie rep" , enjoy.

[normanvin]

Originally Posted by smallyfishin

hi all , I'm new to the site also , but what I've seen so far I absolutely love it. there is a wealth of knowledge and seems like a bunch of good people. I'm by no means new to guns, but recently new to collecting them .It's nice to see so many people close to home i'm in southeast pa right outside of pottstown

Welcome........

[Pelican1]

Originally Posted by armabill

Would it be Ken C.?

Yup, it might be. How do I know you?

I've been reluctant to respond just because........of stuff 'n things. I just don't care to have my name known, if you get my drift.

[JAKIII]

Hello PAFOA members! I’m new to the association and welcome the opportunity to learn more about firearms and meet new folks who share my interests (it appears I am in the right place). I’m a lifelong Chester County resident seeking a local (Glenmoore area) shooting club to join. I recently obtained my LTCF. I am former USMC, although do not consider myself an expert in firearms. I’m interested in the thoughts of those more knowledgeable than I regarding the following: The popular phrase “lock and load” seems to be stated backwards. Doesn’t the clip or actual round have to be loaded 1st before the chamber or bolt is locked? Therefore, in functional terms, shouldn’t the phrase be accurately stated as “load and lock”, versus “lock and load”? Thanks to anyone who can square me away regarding this.

[headcase]

Originally Posted by Fess

HI gang. I have been lurking a while but finally got around to signing up. I don't really care to post on forms too much because of the "internet tough guy syndrome", however it seems very nice here from what I have witnessed so I thought I would sign up.

A little background on myself: I am 32, married, live in Lycoming County and work in IT for a local school district. I own a 9mm S&W 5906 (which I absolutely love) and a nickle Browning 380 which I bought for next to nothing and don't really care for. This summer I am thinking of picking up a Khar PM9 to replace the browning for CC since the 5906 is a bit large to carry in the summer. I use to be an avid shooter/hunter/fisher before marriage but in the past 2 years it seems like there is never time. I still do archery hunt and get to go fishing in my pond though. As far as shooting goes, I am just getting back into things. I just sent my application in to join the local sportsman club on RT 87 so I look forward to getting out shooting again. I would also like to take a firearms safety/home protection program or something similar over the summer.

So that's me in a nutshell. I look forward to being part of the community.

Fess

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