• Advertising
  • Book Store
  • Sign In
  • Sign Up
FirearmsCommunity.com
  • Home
  • Forum
  • Blogs
  • Events
  • Groups
  • Articles
  • Albums
  • Videos
  • Polls
  • Members
  • Businesses
  • Book Store

Member Info

  • Member Type: Regular Member
  • Profile Views: 417 views
  • Friends: 1 friend
  • Last Update: December 25, 2011
  • Joined: September 4, 2011
Create an Ad More Ads
Undo
Do you want to report this? Why didn't you like it?
Misleading
Offensive
Inappropriate
Licensed Material
Other
Report
Guns of the Old West
shareasale.com
Save on "Guns of the Old West". Only $18.97. You save $12.99. Subscribe NOW!
Undo
Do you want to report this? Why didn't you like it?
Misleading
Offensive
Inappropriate
Licensed Material
Other
Report
Outdoor Life
shareasale.com
Save on "Outdoor Life". Only $10.00. You save a whopping $37.88. Subscribe NOW!
Change Location

JimBianchi

Merry Christmas to all!!
  • Updates
  • Info
  • Friends(1)
  • Albums(1)
  • Forum Posts(15)
  • JimBianchi
    JimBianchi Merry Christmas to all!!
    • December 25, 2011
  • JimBianchi
    JimBianchi posted a topic in the forum Concealed Carry:
    Idiot homeless man at CVS (Las Vegas East side)
    I had to make a 9:15p run to CVS for my wife's allergy meds. When I walked in there was a homeless man near the door, reading or checking something. I got a look at him from behind and the side and he set off my spidey sense. He was flithy, over-dressed (...  moreI had to make a 9:15p run to CVS for my wife's allergy meds. When I walked in there was a homeless man near the door, reading or checking something. I got a look at him from behind and the side and he set off my spidey sense. He was flithy, over-dressed (enough coat on to sleep outside) and stunk. He was also big, 6ft, 200+lbs. He and I were the lone customers in the store.I got the meds, headed to the front and he had moved to the area directly in front of the checkout, almost as if he was inline to check out. When I saw that he had a few items stacked on top of a display and he was reading something, I paused for a second and then walked around him and started to check out.The two girls behind the register were talking about doing inventory and one of them stuttered about a products location.From behind me (10ft) and over my left shoulder I hear homeless guy get loud and repeat the woman's stutter. I mean LOUD! He proceeds to make some gibberish talk for about 20 seconds, He makes me nervous....There are also ...    less
    • November 29, 2011
  • JimBianchi
    JimBianchi HR 822 has a lot of problems, number one being Constitutional Carry states.  As written, only Vermont gets a pass, AK and AZ both are not recognized.  I am not sure it's a win for the 2ndA, plus with BHO, unless there is some clear political win for him, ...  moreHR 822 has a lot of problems, number one being Constitutional Carry states.  As written, only Vermont gets a pass, AK and AZ both are not recognized.  I am not sure it's a win for the 2ndA, plus with BHO, unless there is some clear political win for him, there is NO WAY he signs it.  
    • November 20, 2011
  • JimBianchi
    JimBianchi posted a topic in the forum Open Discussion:
    The Worst President Since Before the Civil War
    A great read from americanthinker.com
     
     
    The Worst President Since Before the Civil War...  more
    A great read from americanthinker.com
     
     
    The Worst President Since Before the Civil War
    By Steve McCann
     
    Three years ago, the people of the United States elected someone who has turned out to be the worst president since the pre-Civil War era.  Barack Obama, whether in economic matters, domestic affairs or international relations, has been an abject failure and has severely jeopardized the future of the American people. 
    This must be the focus and message of those seeking the Republican presidential nomination, who must not allow themselves to be focused on demeaning each other and sidetracked by falling for the usual tactics of the Democrat and media smear machines (epitomized by the latest specious attack on Herman Cain).
    Read more: http://www.americanthinker.com/2011/11/the_worst_president_since_before_the_civil_war.html#ixzz1clzqcgIj
       less
    • November 4, 2011
  • JimBianchi
    JimBianchi added 1 photo(s) to the album Untitled Album:
    My K9
    • October 27, 2011
  • JimBianchi
    JimBianchi Seems like the last few times I went I ended up with beef jerky and nothing else.  Expensive jerky.....
    • October 16, 2011
    • JimBianchi
      bravo Yeah, I sure wish we didn't have to pay $4 for parking. And another $4 if we need to go back the next day. On top of the $14 to get in.
      • October 16, 2011
  • JimBianchi
    JimBianchi Anyone go to the gun show today?
    • October 15, 2011
  • JimBianchi
    JimBianchi replied to a topic in the forum Concealed Carry:
    I just found my fanny pack, but I am almost done with the walker, and the incision is healed, so IWB is an option again.
    • September 21, 2011
  • JimBianchi
    JimBianchi replied to a topic in the forum Concealed Carry:
    I rolled a stop sign a few years ago, Metro pulled me over. I informed him I was carrying, he asked where, I told him. He told me to be more careful and come to a complete stop next time time.
    A true, non-event.
    • September 17, 2011
    • Locke likes this.
  • JimBianchi
    JimBianchi replied to a topic in the forum Concealed Carry:
    If I am carrying IWB, it stays where it is. (I am a lefty)
    If I am pocket carrying, it goes between the seats, still in the holster, pushed down flush with the seat, available, but concealed.
    • September 13, 2011
  • JimBianchi
    JimBianchi posted a topic in the forum Concealed Carry:
    How do you carry when recovering from surgery or a major injury?
    I recently (Aug 29th, 2011) had a total right hip replacement.  For the first week I was in the VA hospital (on base) so CCW was a impossible.  When I got home I looked at my options, and since I was basically bed ridden for a week, I put my G30...  moreI recently (Aug 29th, 2011) had a total right hip replacement.  For the first week I was in the VA hospital (on base) so CCW was a impossible.  When I got home I looked at my options, and since I was basically bed ridden for a week, I put my G30 at arm reach and called it "good enough".  
     
    Now that I am walking with a walker, (when I used my cane last year a lot, IWB was still a good option) getting around pretty good and I start to drive again this week I have decided that my SmartCarry, worn a little higher than normal to aviod the stiches, is my best option.  With my little Kahr MK9, I can carry with confidence and not feel under-gunned.
     
    I would like to hear from other walking wounded.  How have you carried in the past when you are recouping from a major injury?  less
    • September 13, 2011
  • JimBianchi
    JimBianchi replied to a topic in the forum Concealed Carry:
    Draw, take cover, evacuate civilians away from the shooting. Protect myself and others and DO NOT engage hostiles unless absolutely required.
    I can not control ANY OTHER persons actions, but if they follow my lead, so be it.
    Prevent the loss of life is paramount.
    • September 12, 2011
    • Locke and Ericsdad like this.
  • JimBianchi
    JimBianchi replied to a topic in the forum Legal Issues / Politics:
    Well I can't see the poll, but I have seen these polls before.
    USA Today is a liberal paper with a liberal readership, (The owner, editors and staff give the vast majority of their political donation to liberals and their causes) so their polls are not really indicative of the general population. Only way we (conservatives) can make them appear "fair" is to spam these polls. But it works both ways. We can skew their polls and they can do ours also.
    As a population we vote 39% R 42% D 18% Ind. These numbers are very consistent over the past 2 cycles and MAY swing back to a straight 40-40-20 split in 2012.
    You want to win at a national level, win the Independent voters and motivate your base to turn out at 100% (or in the Dems case, 110% when you count the dead voters)...  more
    Well I can't see the poll, but I have seen these polls before.
    USA Today is a liberal paper with a liberal readership, (The owner, editors and staff give the vast majority of their political donation to liberals and their causes) so their polls are not really indicative of the general population. Only way we (conservatives) can make them appear "fair" is to spam these polls. But it works both ways. We can skew their polls and they can do ours also.
    As a population we vote 39% R 42% D 18% Ind. These numbers are very consistent over the past 2 cycles and MAY swing back to a straight 40-40-20 split in 2012.
    You want to win at a national level, win the Independent voters and motivate your base to turn out at 100% (or in the Dems case, 110% when you count the dead voters)
    But only 55 to 60% of eligible adults vote, (way less in non-presidential years and as little as 5% in small local "special" elections)
    General consensus polls conducted scientifically and without bias have the US population supporting the 2nA...    less
    • September 11, 2011
  • JimBianchi
    JimBianchi is now friends with Coinguy.
    • September 7, 2011
  • JimBianchi
    JimBianchi replied to a topic in the forum Training Schools:
    Gabe Suarez lives out of state, he teaches advanced classes and does seminar nation wide and employs a few local trainers, mine was Roger. Great, no non-sense teacher.
    Both guys use either Boulder City Range or the new Clark County Shooting Park.
    • September 6, 2011
  • JimBianchi
    JimBianchi replied to a topic in the forum Training & Practice:
    I am not a fan of PVC stands. One stray hit and the pole shatters.

    Wood 2in x 2in x 8ft poles are $2 each and will
    take dozens of strays hits and not break, unless it is intentional. (After a time, anywhere it looks like multiple hits are going to break the pole, fill the hole with epoxy)...  more
    I am not a fan of PVC stands. One stray hit and the pole shatters.

    Wood 2in x 2in x 8ft poles are $2 each and will
    take dozens of strays hits and not break, unless it is intentional. (After a time, anywhere it looks like multiple hits are going to break the pole, fill the hole with epoxy)
    Here is a long, but thorough, description of a popular type of target stand seen at ranges to day, they usually rent them for $5 a day.
    I have all the power and air tools to make assembly fast and cheap.
    Hand tools work fine, just slow. Home improvement stores will usually make these cuts for you, including the pipe at the end.
    Parts list:
    1 sheet 4ft x 4ft x 1/4in plywood (No particleboard board, it can split from the hits to easily and will swell badly if it gets rained on)
    4 2in x 2in x 8ft posts
    Base:
    4 2in x 2in x 2in "T" joints, copper or steel
    1 2in x 2in x 8ft copper or steel pipe
    2 1/2 in screws, 1in nails, hammer, screw driver, pencil, measuring tape, large, safe, well lit work area.
    1/4in plywood gets cut in ha...    less
    • September 6, 2011
  • JimBianchi
    JimBianchi replied to a topic in the forum Training Schools:
    I had a ton of real world, military and government experience and training in the 1980 and 1990, pistol, rifle, shotgun, marksman, hand to hand. As I got older and more injured I switched careers. Eventually I returned to practical shooting, and when I had gone as far as I could getting back into it on my own, I picked two local schools (based on recommendations and verified resumes)
    The Chuck Burnett course I took is a moderately slow paced, only hits count move and shoot course.

    He is a great teacher for newbies, I was too advanced for the course, but had a ton of fun doing it....  more
    I had a ton of real world, military and government experience and training in the 1980 and 1990, pistol, rifle, shotgun, marksman, hand to hand. As I got older and more injured I switched careers. Eventually I returned to practical shooting, and when I had gone as far as I could getting back into it on my own, I picked two local schools (based on recommendations and verified resumes)
    The Chuck Burnett course I took is a moderately slow paced, only hits count move and shoot course.

    He is a great teacher for newbies, I was too advanced for the course, but had a ton of fun doing it.
    The Suarez International class was Point Shooting. Mastering this style of shooting will greatly increase your chance of surviving a hostile shoot. As my speed improved my fatal hit ratio went up also, Excellent results for just 8hrs of training.
    For the novice shooter, Chuck is the way to go. For pure self defense, shoot first or die training, Suarez.
    When my hip heals (had it replaced on Aug 29) I will take an intermediate-ad...    less
    • September 6, 2011
  • JimBianchi
    JimBianchi replied to a topic in the forum Concealed Carry:
    Yes, and it would take a major change in federal and state law to allow it. We CCW holders have dozens of legal victories under are belt these past few years, so the momentum is ours to use. (or lose)
    As strong believe in CCW like Gov Perry would be a go...  more
    Yes, and it would take a major change in federal and state law to allow it. We CCW holders have dozens of legal victories under are belt these past few years, so the momentum is ours to use. (or lose)
    As strong believe in CCW like Gov Perry would be a good step in the right direction.
    Nationally know and advertised Gun Free Zones only embolden criminals. Since they are criminals, they will ignore these laws already, make it CCW friendly, kill a few idiots, and they will think twice.  
    • September 5, 2011
    • candvcoatings likes this.
  • JimBianchi
    JimBianchi replied to a topic in the forum Handguns: Revolver:
    You need to go to a larger gun store/range and rent what they have.
    A four inch 357Mag in one of the major brands (Smith, Colt or Ruger) will set you back $400 or so used.
    Practice with cheap 38SP, but you should keep it securely by you bed with 357Mag am...  more
    You need to go to a larger gun store/range and rent what they have.
    A four inch 357Mag in one of the major brands (Smith, Colt or Ruger) will set you back $400 or so used.
    Practice with cheap 38SP, but you should keep it securely by you bed with 357Mag ammo.
    Those are great guns that will last many lifetimes.  
    • September 5, 2011
    • candvcoatings likes this.
    • JimBianchi
      urbansurvivalist I had to settle for the Dan wesson 44 mag I inherited but its tucked in nice and cozy like at an arms reach
      • September 5, 2011
  • JimBianchi
    JimBianchi posted a topic in the forum Handguns: Semi-Auto:
    You misspelled "semi"
    Not trying to be a jerk, just thought you'd like to know.
    • September 5, 2011
View More
Loading ...

Personal Information

  • First Name Jim
  • Last Name Bianchi
  • Gender Male
  • Birthday February 15, 1963
  • Age 40-49
  • City Las Vegas
  • State NV
  • Zip Code 89156

Contact Information

  • email jim@thephotoop.com
  • Website http://www.thephotoop.com

Personal Details

  • About Me 22y retired USAF, since 1999 I been living in Las Vegas, currently as an out of work photographer! My of 20+ years is a saint to put up with, but she has finally met someone more stubborn and obstinate, our six year old daughter Julie!

Firearms Interest

  • My Primary Firearms Interest is: Self Defense
  • My Favorite Type of Shooting is: Practical Shooting
  • My Favorite Firearm Type to Shoot is: Simi-Auto Pistol
  • My Law Enforcement Experience USAF Security Police 1983 to 1999, EST (SWAT) LE Desk Sgt, Patrolman, Flight Chief and as a reserve deputy for the City of Galena Airport in 1988-89
  • Where and What I Like to Hunt Pests, varmints
  • My Collecting Interest Watches, gold coins, guns, airguns
  • My Favorite Firearm Movies Heat
  • Firearm Organizations I Support NRA Life Member
  • Clubs and Organizations I Belong to Toastmasters
  • My Firearm Achievements EST Marksman, qualified expert on every firearm ever issued, Graduate of a Suarez International school
  • My Favorite Places to go Shooting I have a gully about 30 miles from my house that is a perfect live fire range for practical tactical training.
  • My Firearms Training USCG, USAF, Suarez, some others.
  • Where I First Learned to Shoot I was 8-ish, and in a Big Brother type program in N. Cal (1970) and was given a 12g to shoot. I did well after I stood up followed directs.
  • My Military Experience 11 assignments in 22+ years, USCG and USAF.
  • Coinguy
Previous
Next
  • Untitled A­lbum 1 photo

Previous
Next
  • November 29, 2011 4:42:51 PM PST
    in the topic Idiot homeless man at CVS (Las Vegas East side) in the forum Concealed Carry
    I had to make a 9:15p run to CVS for my wife's allergy meds. When I walked in there was a homeless man near the door, reading or checking something. I got a look at him from behind and the side and he set off my spidey sense. He was flithy, over-dressed (enough coat on to sleep outside) and stunk. He was also big, 6ft, 200+lbs. He and I were the lone customers in the store.I got the meds, headed to the front and he had moved to the area directly in front of the checkout, almost as if he was inline to check out. When I saw that he had a few items stacked on top of a display and he was reading something, I paused for a second and then walked around him and started to check out.The two girls behind the register were talking about doing inventory and one of them stuttered about a products location.From behind me (10ft) and over my left shoulder I hear homeless guy get loud and repeat the woman's stutter. I mean LOUD! He proceeds to make some gibberish talk for about 20 seconds, He makes me nervous....There are also some movement noises, so I look at him and he is making eye contact, but not moving toward me, more of a in-place shuffle. Body language is not relaxed, halfway to jumpy. I look back to pay, I can feel him watching me, wallet and G26 are both on my left hip, so I hitch up my pants, put my wallet and "may" have let me GLOCK be seen, just a little. When I put my wallet back I also pulled my shirt tight and I know the butt of my 12rd mags do stick out a bit.When I turned to leave, homeless guy was quiet, eyes down, body turned slightly away. I stopped at the door the look at a display and watched him in the reflection. He never took his eyes off the back of my head.I think idiot homeless guy was up to no good, maybe just hassling customers, but still no good.I think the view of my pistol calmed him down a bit.
  • November 4, 2011 2:10:03 PM PDT
    in the topic The Worst President Since Before the Civil War in the forum Open Discussion
    A great read from americanthinker.com     The Worst President Since Before the Civil War By Steve McCann   Three years ago, the people of the United States elected someone who has turned out to be the worst president since the pre-Civil War era.  Barack Obama, whether in economic matters, domestic affairs or international relations, has been an abject failure and has severely jeopardized the future of the American people.  This must be the focus and message of those seeking the Republican presidential nomination, who must not allow themselves to be focused on demeaning each other and sidetracked by falling for the usual tactics of the Democrat and media smear machines (epitomized by the latest specious attack on Herman Cain). Read more: http://www.americanthinker.com/2011/11/the_worst_president_since_before_the_civil_war.html#ixzz1clzqcgIj  
  • September 21, 2011 6:26:48 PM PDT
    in the topic How do you carry when recovering from surgery or a major injury? in the forum Concealed Carry
    I just found my fanny pack, but I am almost done with the walker, and the incision is healed, so IWB is an option again.
  • September 17, 2011 11:00:25 PM PDT
    in the topic Pulled over while carrying in the forum Concealed Carry
    I rolled a stop sign a few years ago, Metro pulled me over. I informed him I was carrying, he asked where, I told him. He told me to be more careful and come to a complete stop next time time. A true, non-event.
  • September 13, 2011 6:18:19 PM PDT
    in the topic "How do you carry while driving?" in the forum Concealed Carry
    If I am carrying IWB, it stays where it is. (I am a lefty) If I am pocket carrying, it goes between the seats, still in the holster, pushed down flush with the seat, available, but concealed.
Previous
Next
Standard — Touch

Copyright ©2012  -  Terms of Use  -  Privacy  -  Community Guidelines  -  Getting Started  -  About Us  -  Amazon  -  Images  -  Profile Icons  -  Contact  -  Book Store