Archive for October, 2018

Spontaneous Range Time

By From http://www.musingsoverabarrel.com/ • Oct 31st, 2018 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

It’s been cold and rainy for so long, I was actually surprised to pick up my phone Tuesday afternoon and see 70° on the display. That’s too nice to be inside! I decided to leave the office a little early and get in some range time. Stopping by the house I grabbed a target, a couple boxes of ammo, and the SIG P320 Compact.

I started my time at 7 yards, drawing from the holster and going for a quick hit on target. I also kept my “resolution” to expend at least one magazine each devoted to both SHO and WHO shooting. Moving back to 15 yards I became intrigued by the bits of clay targets littering the berm. I started alternating between the cardboard target and the broken clays, with surprising success.

Loading my last 20 rounds I moved back to the 25 yards line. (I was feeling bold I guess.) Most of those shots were fired at the clay bits as well. That exercise proved that the new sights were dead on, and that, with careful aiming, even I can hit a pretty small target at distance with regularity.

I soon lamented my decision to pack just 100 rounds. But, the quick outing gave me plenty of time to get home and finish up some of the work I had foregone at the office, thereby alleviating any guilt.

I think I will throw some clays in the car for the next outing too.

[ This content originated at Musings Over a Barrel ]



The Pre-Game Was Fun

By From http://www.musingsoverabarrel.com/ • Oct 27th, 2018 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

Arriving at our tailgate spot, we got our limited setup ready to go. It was a Thursday evening game so the festivities were somewhat subdued. I quickly had my essentials ready to go.The beer options for the day were from Devils Backbone. I kicked thing…



[2019] How to Get a Copy of Your Driving Record in Virginia

By From https://www.andrewflusche.com • Oct 24th, 2018 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

In many situations where you receive a traffic ticket, it makes sense to obtain a copy of your driving record before going to court. If you have a good driving record, it can significantly help you at your court hearing and with the judge. Sometimes, it can even mean the difference between a conviction for […]

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Rivanna IDPA and Weapons Master Match

By From http://www.musingsoverabarrel.com/ • Oct 24th, 2018 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

The biennial Weapons Master match was held this past weekend at Rivanna Rifle and Pistol Club in Charlottesville. The match consists of 3 pistol stages, 2 shotgun, and 2 rifle stages. Shooters can compete in just the pistol portion or the complete matc…



1781 Brewing Company and Em.bargo’s Cigars

By From http://www.musingsoverabarrel.com/ • Oct 23rd, 2018 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

After (enough) chores for the day were done on Saturday afternoon we decided to head over to 1781 Brewing Company and Wilderness Run Vineyards for a quick beer. I had seen a posting about a fall release that I was interested in trying out, L’ Automne Red Ale,

L’ Automne is an 8.5% ABV Imperial Red Ale with a rich malt backbone and a touch of hoppiness to balance. The beer is quite hazy and “thick” in appearance, with a creamy mouthfeel to match. Colleen opted for the Saison De L’Orange, and crisp, slightly tart, Farmhouse Ale.
Quickly finishing our beers, we opted to enjoy another round of the same. We also grabbed some food from TÄ-KO Taqueira food truck. The beef and pork tacos were fresh, full of flavor, and we gobbled them down quickly.

Em.bargo’s Cigars sets up a small seating area at the brewery on weekends, complete with a couple warm fire pits. There is also a selection of cigars on hand to purchase. I grabbed a RoMa Craft Intemperance to enjoy with my beer. Smoking is permitted throughout the grounds and we opted to find a seat at a picnic table located in some dappled sunlight. It was a moderately cool afternoon but the sun was bright, making for a pleasant time outside enjoying the view of the surrounding vineyards.

About when we were preparing to head home, some friends who we hadn’t seen in a while arrived to have some drinks and listen to the band performing that evening. We were persuaded to stay a while longer, and enjoyed the conversation, the music, and another beer. 

[ This content originated at Musings Over a Barrel ]



No Pasting Needed

By From http://www.musingsoverabarrel.com/ • Oct 22nd, 2018 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

I’ve been so pleased with the Dawson sights I put on my full size SIG P320 this summer, I decided to order a set for the Compact P320. I installed the sights recently and I finally had a chance to try them out last week.I hung a slightly used IDPA targ…



The Mothership!

By From http://blog.mikemorones.com • Oct 22nd, 2018 • Category: Blog Entries.Local, Photography.Local


The Mothership!

By From http://blog.mikemorones.com • Oct 22nd, 2018 • Category: Blog Entries.Local, Photography.Local


The Mothership!

By From http://blog.mikemorones.com • Oct 22nd, 2018 • Category: Blog Entries.Local, Photography.Local


The Mothership!

By From http://blog.mikemorones.com • Oct 22nd, 2018 • Category: Blog Entries.Local, Photography.Local