I do not love the bright sword for its sharpness, nor the arrow for its swiftness, nor the warrior for his glory. I love only that which they defend. (J.R.R.Tolkien, The Two Towers)

When I carry a gun, I don't do so because I am looking for a fight, but because I'm looking to be left alone. The gun at my side means that I cannot be forced, only persuaded. I don't carry it because I'm afraid, but because it enables me to be unafraid. It doesn't limit the actions of those who would interact with me through reason, only the actions of those who would do so by force.

Marko Kloos "Why the Gun is Civilization"

Monday, September 19, 2005

I Believe in Gun Control

Pull the butt snug against your shoulder, take a deep breath, let it half out and then hold it, and ever so gently squeeze the trigger.

30 cal. M1 Carbine telescopic sights at 50 yards

This is a relatively low powered rifle with an effective range of 200-300 yards. It is the rifle I intend to use for deer hunting this year as it has already put meat on the table several times before. It is also the weapon I'm qualified on and carry in the trunk of the police cruiser.

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