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‘Penetration’. A likely minor issue compared to ‘hydrostatic shock’, which is probably what initially discourages aggression (universal organ disruption). Of course, when major organs ARE penetrated, perpetrator recovery may be hindered/suppressed (?). But, even when the aorta or cardiac...

I still have a stock of 90s era ‘Quick-Shock’ rounds. Big hollow point bullet, large wound cavity/energy dump (hydrostatic shock) and the serrated jacket separates and spreads out to damage various organs also, possibly amplifying disablement.

Anytime ‘shoot again’ option is best for ring games. Not sure how that would work for heads-up play though (?). Might simplify the game by doing away with mandatory foul penalties (shoot from the kitchen after scratch), ‘Loss of turn’ foul penalty would then also be optional for non-shooter.

I have a simple/dedicated/no print design pocket holster for the snubby that works well in trad. Levi’s or chinos (stays in the pocket when you pull). Also have a companion Velcro holder in the car’s door-pocket. That crotch-mount version might justify soprano risk though for those at the beach...

While I am hesitant to hijack this thread, still, have to input my 2 cents: Autos fired inside a pocket are only strictly reliable for the first round. My ultralight hammerless S&W 38+P only holds 5, but I assume it won’t jam if one round doesn’t do the job (not guilty of ‘brandishing’, for...

Suppressors make concealed carry problematic though. Like choosing the best wine or motor oil, the best pistol model, caliber, & projectile selection involves myriad issues/circumstances, and everyone has his favorite regardless of evidence.

The feds in Miami learned the hard way re: 9mm over-penetration. 357 maybe also. Stopping force wasted.

My .40 Glock surprisingly failed after 4-5 hundred rounds at the range, but it was a metal component. Still, I love its consistent trigger action & higher capacity, so my Commander became history for personal defense. Myths re: 1911 inaccuracy unfortunately prevail. It’s single-action trigger...

What galls me. is while acts of violence committed by a nut case or criminal with a gun typically get universal/unending media coverage, incidents where armed citizens successfully defend themselves or others, seldom do. If no one bleeds, the media usually isn’t interested. The most dangerous...

My Pro stayed dead level for over 25 yrs. (concrete slab) until I made the mistake of standing on the slate. Leather pockets never marked the balls either. Good thing I live alone, since I rather enjoy the pinball machine-like ‘crack’ sound when a ball hits the prototype return system. Instead...

Where I grew up playing, the greatest danger was from the room manager. He kept a sawed-off baseball bat (center drilled/filled with lead) behind the counter, and very actively encouraged the ‘library’ atmosphere of the place. Which explains my lack of sympathy for those Ecuadorian victims...

Another one for framing: Sometimes when down on a shot, I get an instinctive sense that I’m looking at an unavoidable scratch or a bank that will kiss. 90% of the time when I ignore that instinct, I live to regret it!

Where I grew up, the ‘rack boy’ also held down the cigar store/magazine stand’s front counter/cash register, and thus got a lot of exercise. The shout of “RACK” soon brought him running! He wore a change apron, and the winner of our five & nine ring game would throw him a dime as he racked.

What would happen if he followed both balls into the pocket with the CB?

Bob’s recommendation makes sense. I have a bad habit of targeting merely an ‘area’ (‘you can’t get there if you don’t know where you’re going‘). ‘Area only’ position often leaves you on the wrong side of the ball. Always aiming for a specific spot makes it easier to get good position on all the...

Likely, the most abrasive chalk is also the cheapest (?). No excuse then for grinding such a deep pit in every cube, that the ferrel gets gouged. When he finally learns the right way to chalk, he’ll probably start tossing worn/pitted cubes more often.

Typically, there is just so much mental acuity that can be mustered. I often must concentrate so intensely on pocketing a complicated combo, I just completely forget about the CB. I guess it must be a subconscious ‘precedence’ issue, since after all, if the shot is missed, serendipitously bad CB...

My early 90s Diamond Pro (larger pockets/bronze label) played much like a standard GC. I made the mistake 30 yrs. later of replacing the cushions when it was finally recovered (repeat 760), along with thicker facings. Now, it bank progressively longer with increasing angles, and distant...

Those that qualify (‘strangers to reason’) typically interrupt the conversation of others, regularly, and with seemingly no regret.

I’ve had younger guys (dressed like homeless bums) come up to me in night clubs & fancy restaurants, and hostly inform me that I was overdressed (wearing sport shirt & slacks). Very Kafkaesque. I actually got that same lecture from a guy in t-shirt, shorts & sandals, because I was wearing a...