Allegedly this is a leaked photo of the XM17. So I guess they're either long slide or compact depending on who is using them?
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I'm really wanting a M11A1, though I get the feeling I'll regret that laser etch on the top. Love my SP2022 though, got it on gunbroker for 250 with a 100 dollar Sig laser.
A few of my local friends have had issues with Bud's so I've steered away from them. Though from what I remember it had to do with their customer service on the off chance things go wrong. I haven't had any issues personally so take what I said with a grain of salt. I would recommend J&G Sales...
Can you really expect a store like Gander Mountain or Cabela's to always hire people with tact? The same could be said about small gun shops where the owner doesn't trust anything made out of "tupperware".
The whole "distraction generator" part of the "holster" was kinda silly. Though to play devil's advocate here, I believe the target audience here is for people who would just tuck the gun in their waistband and think it's alright. Or those who use the kydex trigger cover only holsters.
If I don't want to pay that price I won't. But if I'm impatient or want to know it's acceptable quality beforehand then I'll gladly pay the premium. Not having to wait has a price for itself.
I don't see any contradictions, afterall, it does say "may". Also, if the placard isn't displayed you're technically not prohibited from carrying. But since it's law that it has to be displayed, you can't carry.
At least that's my interpretation of it.
Maybe not what you're expecting, but I like to go to Cabela's gun room from time to time to see the gems they acquire. Sure they're asking too much, but at least you get to look.