Got to Gander Mountain Friday night and finally got to fondle a 227. Yep, that's my next pistol. I love Sigs, more so than my Glocks. I've been wanting a better carry option in .45 than my 1911. I can conceal the 1911 fine, but mag capacity is lacking. The 227 Carry model, has standard 10 round mags in the same sized package as a 229, with the option of 14 round extended mags. I have the 229E2 model that came out a few years ago and I love it, but the SAS is REALLY nice. Rounded edges, no rail, made specifically for carry as opposed to being tacticool. So do want. I think it'll be the Christmas present from the parents actually, though I'll be ordering it through Sig so I get the .mil discount. I'll end up getting the full sized too at some point. Funny story about being at Gander though, actually two things. I'm from Ohio, spent lots of time both in the city and in the country. Now I'm in NC, stationed at Bragg. I have NEVER seen so many people OC than here. The first time was when I first got here over a year ago. I was in Walmart and there was this heavy set guy, wearing a neon green sweatshirt, with his Glock right there. I'm like, really? I swear every time I go into that Walmart, I see people OC'ing. And its not hillbilly Walmart, its near a huge shopping area and a high end, only open for holidays, club. So I was in Gander and this couple comes walking in, looking like they just got out of a IDPA match. I almost asked, What the heck is up with all you people OC'ing? You do realize if I was a criminal, I'd shoot you first right? Granted not in Gander, because that'd be stupid, but Walmart, sure. I'm all for OC'ing when in the boonies, but around town...oh well. Also, I about laughed in the face of the dude at the counter. We were talking about Glocks and how I liked Sigs better. He said they'd give me $200 for my Gen4 17....HA. I told him I don't sell guns except to family and I would be keeping it.

Also while I was there, I looked at some .270 Winchesters. Never been hunting, but I've been thinking about doing some this season. Been reading a lot about what round to start with. Given the versatility of the round and the availability of different loads, I think I'll be getting something in .270. They had a few Savages in the $500 range that came with scopes, but I'll prolly just get the base model and add my own scope.

And finally, when tax returns roll around next year, I'll be building another AR. Parts list below for those who might be interested.

BCM BFH 16” mid length upper with 13” KMR
AAC Blackout
Magpul BUIS
Rainier Arms Charging handle
Magpul CTR
BCM stock kit
Magpul ASAP
Magpul MIAD grip
Magpul enhanced trigger guard
BCM Gunfighter KAG Keymod
EOTECH EXPS3-0
Geissele Super Dynamic – Combat trigger