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#1
03-06-2012, 11:12 AM
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hi
i'm new around here, and everywhere else. i've never owned a firearm before, but have always been fascinated by them. by nature, i love and appreciate a well engineered and put-together piece of equipment. i'm nearing the end of my MBA program (one week left) and my 32nd birthday is right around the corner (tomorrow), coupled with the fact that my first-born son will be turning one this year, i wanted something to commemorate my achievements with something special that can be passed down from father to son; a tradition of sorts.
i had mentioned firearms to my wife in the past, but being an anti-gun person, the idea of a gun in the house never really took off. recent violent events not too far from home had disturbed my wife enough to start arming our house alarm at night, which we had seldom used in the past. i decided to bring up the notion of a home defense weapon/commemorative trophy for my achievements. she did not agree, but she actually heard me out and didn't directly disagree. feigning ignorance, i took that to mean i was allowed to purchase a firearm. long story short, last week i placed an order for a Dan Wesson Valor. my wife flat out said she didn't like the idea, but it didn't cause any arguments or tension at home.  my valor will be arriving tomorrow, and i reckon i'll be breaking her in the weekend after next. "excited" would be an understatement to describe how i'm feeling. cowboy 
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#2
03-06-2012, 11:15 AM
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Welcome to Our Own Little Forum........
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CBOB:0002 1905 Savage 380, 1978, 1980 DW Pistol Pacs, Severns Custom 1985 Springer 1911A1, 09 DW Marksman, S&W Model 19-6, GSG 1911 22LR. , S&W Model 29-2
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#3
03-06-2012, 11:34 AM
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Welcome to the forum, Hollywood. A Valor for your first firearm? Congratulations! I hope you take it upon yourself (and your wife) to get acquainted with your new firearm by enrolling in a NRA Basic Safety Course and then further your training by taking some home protection classes. Good luck!
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#4
03-06-2012, 11:46 AM
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Welcome to the forum.
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Joe O'Rourke Joseph C. O'Rourke, Major, USAR (Retired) COTEP # CBOB0480 NRA Member :stand:
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#5
03-06-2012, 12:01 PM
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Quote:
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Semper Fi, Mike
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03-06-2012, 12:06 PM
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Welcome aboard!
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CBOBO555 If You Run, You'll Only Die Tired U.S.M.C. Combat Vet 64-68 Kentucky Colonel Retired Motor Officer
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03-06-2012, 01:34 PM
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Welcome to the forum HOLLYWOOD!!
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"This is the 44 Magnum AutoMag and holds a 300 grain cartridge and if properly used can remove the fingerprints"!! COTEP # CBOB0152
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03-06-2012, 03:54 PM
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Welcome from the Gunshine State. As previously stated, your next investment, without a doubt, is professional training.
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NRA Life Member Wilson Combat CQB Kimber Tactical Pro II S&W J-Frame .38 ect " I don't own the clothes I'm wearin', and the road goes on forever "  There's a gator in the bushes, and it's calling my name... COTEP #523
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#10
03-06-2012, 06:48 PM
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Nice selection for your introduction to the addiction. For what it is worth, my suggestion is don't 'encourage' your wife to shoot. Ask once and let it go. Sooner or later she may want to give it a try. That might be a good time to have a smaller caliber firearm available. Some of them get into, others not. Pushing sure does not work. Ask me how I know
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