Do blanks provide enough backward motion on the casing when fired to cycle the action of an automatic pistol? [more inside]
posted by ackptui on Jul 8, 2009 - 12 answers

Pistol club and gun shops near Boston / Somerville, MA? Where do I go to learn? [more inside]
posted by swhitt on Oct 1, 2007 - 4 answers

Any recommendations for a concealed-carry handgun to be used by a woman? My significant other is getting a concealed carry permit, but finds that my Beretta 9MM is too big and heavy for her hand. She's aware of all the drawbacks of guns, so she doesn't need to be reminded of them. Please post recommendations as comments on this thread, but I've also got this throwaway account: handgunrecommendations@gmail.com
posted by anonymous on Aug 30, 2007 - 16 answers

Inheriting a couple of 40 year old pistols from my grandfather, what do I need to know? [more inside]
posted by phritosan on Jan 7, 2007 - 11 answers

Gun modification safety: I'm a geek that likes to customize and modify gadgets. Can I extend this to guns and ammo, without killing myself, by taking great care and following reasonable precautions, or should I STOP RIGHT THERE! ARE YOU CRAZY!? More specific examples inside. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 26, 2006 - 13 answers