BEST Craigslist posting I've ever read!
Tourer
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 423
Likes: 5
From: Sunshine state.
Ah, those Kimbers...
...I'm still waiting on the Raptor II that's on it's way to my dealer. I've been waiting for a little over two weeks now, not too bad so far.
He already had it on order for stock and he called the factory while I was there and any H/G ordered as of then had a 90-120 day wait.
Loved the read on this thread, by the way.
He already had it on order for stock and he called the factory while I was there and any H/G ordered as of then had a 90-120 day wait.
Loved the read on this thread, by the way.
Tourer
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 284
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If it's true, the guy writing the letter is one lucky guy, assuming he was able to draw that Kimber from a shoulder holster fast enough to beat the assailant who assumably had the knife already pointed to the victim.
I've always heard that within 7 yards, few people can draw fast enough to beat a knife, especially one already out. Obviously, before or while taking off his jacket, the victim might as well draw his gun before his attacker sees the pistol/holster.
Still, it makes for a good story - assuming it's true.
I've always heard that within 7 yards, few people can draw fast enough to beat a knife, especially one already out. Obviously, before or while taking off his jacket, the victim might as well draw his gun before his attacker sees the pistol/holster.
Still, it makes for a good story - assuming it's true.
Road Warrior
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 1,989
Likes: 11
From: Right Coast
Here in Jersey you'd have to be Obama to get a carry license. Thats probably a good thing cause had I been in your shoes and someone pulled a knife, he wouldn't have walked home and I'd be breaking rocks somewhere.
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Tourer
Joined: Feb 2008
Posts: 352
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From: Greenwood, IN
Interesting and somewhat lucky outcome. No escalation..he could have been high, could have had backup, could have done a lot of things.
And one thing I learned very early in life...they can always be out for revenge and find a way to get at you and yours. Especially if you are in a relatively small town, or visit the same establishments over and over.
I've been able to survive without firearms, being cautious and well planned. Not perfect, but my family and I have survived a couple of confrontations that easily could have escalated. Macho is one thing...but taking care of your vulnerable family is another.
And one thing I learned very early in life...they can always be out for revenge and find a way to get at you and yours. Especially if you are in a relatively small town, or visit the same establishments over and over.
I've been able to survive without firearms, being cautious and well planned. Not perfect, but my family and I have survived a couple of confrontations that easily could have escalated. Macho is one thing...but taking care of your vulnerable family is another.
Road Captain
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 602
Likes: 2
From: Lakewood, N.J.
If it's true, the guy writing the letter is one lucky guy, assuming he was able to draw that Kimber from a shoulder holster fast enough to beat the assailant who assumably had the knife already pointed to the victim.
I've always heard that within 7 yards, few people can draw fast enough to beat a knife, especially one already out. Obviously, before or while taking off his jacket, the victim might as well draw his gun before his attacker sees the pistol/holster.
Still, it makes for a good story - assuming it's true.
I've always heard that within 7 yards, few people can draw fast enough to beat a knife, especially one already out. Obviously, before or while taking off his jacket, the victim might as well draw his gun before his attacker sees the pistol/holster.
Still, it makes for a good story - assuming it's true.
7 yards away, alot of time.
http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=lJ5Pts9dUdA
http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6bYCRG9OqM
Last edited by RoadKing_Al; Jan 29, 2009 at 02:08 PM.