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PostPosted: Fri Feb 03, 2012 10:16 pm
Well, I've finally cracked!

I brought home an IMI/Magnum Research Desert Eagle MK VII today...

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It came in to my LGS on trade and the price was too good to pass up. This one's chambered in .357mag, so I don't have to spend $1.50+ every time I pull the trigger although I do see myself eventually investing in the .50AE conversion barrel/bolt at some point. I can't wait to get it out to the range in the morning...
"Remember, your firearm is like your nose. No one else should pick it for you".
PostPosted: Sat Feb 04, 2012 1:37 pm
Very nice SNIPER !!

I've shot a IMI DE 44 mag...didn't even feel the recoil with that beast of a gun !!
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PostPosted: Sat Feb 04, 2012 3:21 pm
Thank you Sir!

I'd like to get the .44mag conversion for it as well down the road. Took it out today and put 100 rounds down range. Had to go to three different Wally World stores to find any .357mag ammo and all I could come up with was 50rds of 110gr Winchester white box and 50rds 125gr Remy UMC. Started out with a couple mags of the Winchester stuff and it had me worried 'cause I couldn't get more than one round off at a time. The ammo didn't have enough poop and was short stroking the slide. It just couldn't push that massive slide back far enough to catch the next round. Switched up the the Remy ammo and put all 50rds through it without a hiccup. Went back to finish off the WWB and to my surprise they all fed smoothly too. Guess it just needed to run for a bit. Didn't have a single jam or FTE through the entire 100 rounds. The recoil was a LOT lighter that I expected too. I was put'n a 9rd mag in a 3-4" group at 25yds so I'm very pleased with the way it shoots.
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PostPosted: Sat Feb 18, 2012 5:36 pm
Picked up a holster for this big boy today...

Condor Outdoor: Tornado Tactical Drop-Leg Holster

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Description :

- Wrap-Around design to fit pistols with laser or flashlight mount.
- Retention system with additional velcro strap to secure weapon.
- Fully adjustable leg strap with non-slip rubber lining and quick release buckle.
- One magazine pouch, with adjustable velcro strap.
- Will fit Medium or Large size pistol.
- Fully adjustable
- Color Options: O.D., Black, Coyote Tan, ACU

http://www.condoroutdoor.com/ttlhtornad ... lster.aspx

It fits the MK VII like a glove and to my surprise the oversized mag fits in the pouch too...

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This rig is fully adjustable and will also fit all of my mid to full sized pistols. I'll post up a full review once I've had a chance to put it through the paces...
"Remember, your firearm is like your nose. No one else should pick it for you".

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PostPosted: Mon Feb 27, 2012 12:34 pm
Suhhhhh-friggin SWEET on the gun and thigh holster! Great caliber (the .357 Maggie) as well.

That is just AWESOMENESS all the way around.............
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PostPosted: Mon Feb 27, 2012 1:35 pm
Thank you, she handles like a dream too Sir.

The weight of the weapon really tames the .357mag. The thigh rig was a must have for me. Only time I'll likely ever wear it is when we head out on my buddy's farm for some free range time, but I had to have it. Heck for $25 you can't go wrong, especially considering it'll also fit all my mid to full-sized pistols.
"Remember, your firearm is like your nose. No one else should pick it for you".

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