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Title: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: BAC on April 29, 2011, 07:32:12 PM
Thought I'd start a thread for everyone to post photos from NRAAM.  I'll start with day 1.  As I was working a cash register at the NRA store, I really didn't get to see anything at the show, but here are a couple pictures.

(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0103.jpg)
The entrance


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0104.jpg)
What I saw all day


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0111.jpg)
The Friends of NRA truck.  Alas, no Jessie Abbate (sigh)


Here are some after-hours shots of the show floor:
(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0108.jpg)
(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0107.jpg)
(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0106.jpg)
(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0105.jpg)


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0116.jpg)
The Convention Center as seen from my hotel room
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: 1911 Junkie on April 29, 2011, 08:59:31 PM
Dang! Could have been party central at your hotel room.  ;D
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: Hazcat on April 29, 2011, 08:59:46 PM
cool, thanks.  The 'burgh is where I was born and raised but haven't been back since around 91.
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: MikeBjerum on April 29, 2011, 10:35:10 PM
Thanks BAC!

I will be checking back for the views of what I can't attend.
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: gunman42782 on April 30, 2011, 12:21:13 PM
Wish I could have attended this year.  I have been to two, one in Charlotte, NC in 2000, and the one in Louisville, KY.
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: tt11758 on April 30, 2011, 01:55:11 PM
Am I the only one who thinks MB looks like he had a late night after the NRA Convention last night?

(http://i414.photobucket.com/albums/pp225/tt11758/MichaelBane.jpg)
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: Ichiban on April 30, 2011, 02:03:07 PM
He does kind look like he is still wearing his "jammies." ;D
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: BAC on April 30, 2011, 03:20:55 PM
TT, are you here?

Lots of photos today.  I'll try to get them uploaded soon.  The big news I found out today from Colt is that they are planning on reintroducing the King Cobra late next year, with more to follow.
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: ratcatcher55 on April 30, 2011, 03:22:38 PM
Bane wimped out and didn't wear the kilt?
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: BAC on April 30, 2011, 03:36:20 PM
Bane wimped out and didn't wear the kilt?

There's always tomorrow.   :)
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: MikeBjerum on April 30, 2011, 03:44:13 PM
TT, are you here?

He's lost in corn land, but the blond chick keeps sending him humor to share with those of us that are as fortunate as some of you.
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: alfsauve on April 30, 2011, 05:37:26 PM
Brian,

Keep posting pictures.   Thanks so much for those of us who couldn't attend.

Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: Hazcat on April 30, 2011, 05:44:16 PM
Brian,

Keep posting pictures.   Thanks so much for those of us who couldn't attend.



Wot he^ said!
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: Pathfinder on April 30, 2011, 06:45:58 PM
(http://i414.photobucket.com/albums/pp225/tt11758/MichaelBane.jpg)

Jesus, Mary and Joseph, who the heck dresses this guy? ? ? ? ?  ;)
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: sledgemeister on April 30, 2011, 06:47:59 PM
By the looks of them their fancy dud I would suggest spiderman.
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: BAC on April 30, 2011, 10:22:14 PM
Some day 2 photos:

(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0245.jpg)
New from Birchwood Casey...Bitchin'!


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0253.jpg)
Colt SAA...pretty


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0240.jpg)
Chiappa Rhino


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0225.jpg)
Pink is the new...well, pink


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0227.jpg)
Derringer, anyone?


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0223.jpg)
Olympic Arms reintroduces the Whitney Wolverine...Yes, it feels as cheap as it looks.


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0212.jpg)
Sigh


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0191.jpg)
Sig P210 Legend...$2199 MSRP, trigger like butta!


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0188.jpg)
Julie is such a sweetheart


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0168.jpg)
Citadel has an M1 Carbine-looking rifle in .22LR


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0141.jpg)
Stylin'


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0138.jpg)
I'm still blushing


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0136.jpg)
Tactical rimfire from Savage


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0178.jpg)
Presented without comment


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0162.jpg)
Gunny!


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0129.jpg)
I need this!


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0122.jpg)
Very nice Derringer display


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0124.jpg)
Pittsburgh, bridges, really?


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0145.jpg)
The obligatory Ruger SR1911 photo


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0183.jpg)
Had to go to Mossberg's booth to meet Jerry Miculek

I've got a lot more photos on Photobucket.  Here's the link:  http://s416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/ (http://s416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/)
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: MikeBjerum on April 30, 2011, 11:28:46 PM
Looks like a great time!

Thanks for the pics.

Julie, Jessie and M'ette all in one day!  I take it you will be spending tomorrow recovering  ;)
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: ellis4538 on May 01, 2011, 04:16:36 AM
BAC...good pictures!  Glad we were able to meet up!  I got to meet and talk to 2 of the 3 M's.  Got a hug and kiss from the pretty one also!!!!  LOL

Traffic outside was a mess Fri. and inside Sat.  Glad I got to do most of my looking Fri.

Richard


PS:  Was very surprised and relieved...back hardly bothered me at all.  Even forgot to ask M'ette for a back rub!
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: BAC on May 01, 2011, 07:41:06 AM
I've got another day at the show today.  This time the wife will be with me.  The camera battery is recharged and ready to go.
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: Ping on May 01, 2011, 08:16:46 AM
BAC, you totally rock Man!!! Thanks so much for the photos. Looks like a great time is being had by all.
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: tt11758 on May 01, 2011, 08:52:33 AM
Jesus, Mary and Joseph, who the heck dresses this guy? ? ? ? ?  ;)


Just wait until I post today's pic!!!  LOL
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: tt11758 on May 01, 2011, 08:56:02 AM
As near as I can figure, the bag slung over MB's shoulder contains the battery pack necessary to power his shirts!!  Here's the back view of Sunday's wardrobe..................

(http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x475/10ringfirearmstraining/MB.jpg)
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: tt11758 on May 01, 2011, 09:05:03 AM
Here are a few pictures that the blonde sent me from Saturday in Pittsburgh................

Uncle Ted telling what M'ette described as an "F-Bomb Story"
(http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x475/10ringfirearmstraining/UncleTed.jpg)

M'ette and Marshal got to hang out with Uncle Ted for a bit after the interview segment.  From all reports they had a blast.  Go figure.


Here's the new flag that will be flying in Howard KS after 2/3 of the M's return home.
(http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x475/10ringfirearmstraining/Gadsden.jpg)


I'm confident there will be more to follow as the day goes on today.
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: tt11758 on May 01, 2011, 09:10:56 AM
(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0212.jpg)

Always nice to see pics of my future wife.  ;D
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: ratcatcher55 on May 01, 2011, 09:45:08 AM
(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0212.jpg)

Always nice to see pics of my future wife.  ;D

Sorry but you need to go to the back of the line; right behind me! ;D
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: sledgemeister on May 01, 2011, 09:47:54 AM
(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0212.jpg)

Always nice to see pics of my future wife.  ;D

she certainly racks my slide.  :-*
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: tt11758 on May 01, 2011, 10:50:45 AM
A few more Sunday pics from the blonde........................


She even took one that we can put in the corner!!
(http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x475/10ringfirearmstraining/ForTheCorner.jpg)


And from the "Guns For Girls" Department...............
(http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x475/10ringfirearmstraining/GunsForGirls.jpg)
M'ette said she'd be willing to turn tricks to finance this purchase.  ;D

More Guns For Girls...........
(http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x475/10ringfirearmstraining/GunsForGirls2.jpg)

(http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x475/10ringfirearmstraining/GunsForGirls3.jpg)


Stay tuned, campers, I'm sure there will be more coming as the day goes on.
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: tt11758 on May 01, 2011, 11:07:54 AM
TT, are you here?


Wish I was there, but alas I'm spending Sunday morning trapped in my natural habitat............
(http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x475/10ringfirearmstraining/NotAsCoolAsMB.jpg)



And now, as a public service, I'll provide the needed eye bleach.
(http://www.downrange.tv/forum/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=16296.0;attach=7948;image)
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: MikeBjerum on May 01, 2011, 11:23:48 AM
(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0212.jpg)

Always nice to see pics of my future wife.  ;D

I'm forwarding this to Kathy, and her insurance agent in case there is a life claim   ;)
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: MikeBjerum on May 01, 2011, 11:26:29 AM
As much as I love M'ette, Julie and Jessie ... Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaand Michael and Marshal, I want to get to convention just to meet Uncle Ted!  I need people around me that understand me, and I think he would  ::)
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: tt11758 on May 01, 2011, 12:58:37 PM
I'm forwarding this to Kathy, and her insurance agent in case there is a life claim   ;)

You're helping me again, boy!  Quit helping me!!  ;D
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: tt11758 on May 01, 2011, 01:00:01 PM
M'ette also sent something for her personal corner........................
(http://i1183.photobucket.com/albums/x475/10ringfirearmstraining/TeresasCornerPic.jpg)
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: tt11758 on May 01, 2011, 01:01:34 PM
As much as I love M'ette, Julie and Jessie ... Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaand Michael and Marshal, I want to get to convention just to meet Uncle Ted!  I need people around me that understand me, and I think he would  ::)


I'd love to hang out with Uncle Ted, too, but something tells me Jessie probably smells a lot better, and she sure as hell LOOKS a lot better!!  ;D
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: Solus on May 01, 2011, 01:04:41 PM

I'd love to hang out with Uncle Ted, too, but something tells me Jessie probably smells a lot better, and she sure as hell LOOKS a lot better!!  ;D


And if the chips were down, I think Jessie would do a better job of saving my life when the shooting started.

Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: BAC on May 01, 2011, 07:03:18 PM
Here are some day 3 highlights:


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0258.jpg)
More pretty Colts


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0264.jpg)
The wife checking out a Cimarron


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0266.jpg)
Definitely on the list now (along with a Rhino)


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0272.jpg)
The Coonan .357 magnum 1911 is back


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0274.jpg)
Check out the price of this Liberator reproduction.  They cost how much when they were new?


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0279.jpg)
Original Colt Navy revolver


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0287.jpg)
Phil Spangenberger was there with some Hollywood guns


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0296.jpg)
Phil Spangenberger was there with some Hollywood guns


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0297.jpg)
Phil Spangenberger was there with some Hollywood guns


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0305.jpg)
Ma Deuce!


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0313.jpg)
The gun used to create the .357 Magnum cartridge


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0312.jpg)
There was a display of nothing but Registered Magnums


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0316.jpg)
A Webley Fosbery from the Webley Collectors' booth


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0323.jpg)
From the Volcanic Collectors' booth


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0325.jpg)
I can Totally see Michael Bane wearing this


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0330.jpg)
KRISS


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0332.jpg)
Shooter's eye view of the KRISS


The rest are available to view on Photobucket at http://s416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/.
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: alfsauve on May 01, 2011, 08:28:52 PM
COOL.   Thanks for the photos.


(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0274.jpg)
Check out the price of this Liberator reproduction.  They cost how much when they were new?


I want to say the original cost was something ~$2.50.  The box and ammo cost more than the gun.

My #1 Daughter-in-laws' father has a NIB original.   When he first showed it to me a decade or so ago, I told him a couple of hundred.  I later informed him that prices have now shot up to a couple of thousand for his 90%+ version.
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: bjtraz on May 01, 2011, 10:00:54 PM
(http://i416.photobucket.com/albums/pp244/bchiaravalle/NRA%20Annual%20Meetings%20and%20Exhibits%202011/DSCN0212.jpg)

Always nice to see pics of my future wife.  ;D


Sorry but you need to go to the back of the line; right behind me! ;D

I'm sorry gentlemen, but my marriage license is going to get awful crowded with all of these names on it.  ;D

Brian
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: Hazcat on May 02, 2011, 09:51:32 AM
Looks like a great time!

Thanks for the pics.

Julie, Jessie and M'ette all in one day!  I take it you will be spending tomorrow recovering  ;)

Wot he^ said!
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: fightingquaker13 on May 02, 2011, 10:19:05 AM
COOL.   Thanks for the photos.

I want to say the original cost was something ~$2.50.  The box and ammo cost more than the gun.

My #1 Daughter-in-laws' father has a NIB original.   When he first showed it to me a decade or so ago, I told him a couple of hundred.  I later informed him that prices have now shot up to a couple of thousand for his 90%+ version.
I have to ask WHY? on this piece. A cool piece of history yes, but $600 for a fire and forget weapon that would have a Saturday night special looking down its nose? Here, I lose the the plot. Lots of cool guns on offer though. Maybe next year.....
FQ13
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: shooter32 on May 02, 2011, 03:32:51 PM
BAC, job well done my friend.

Great pics!! 
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: alfsauve on May 02, 2011, 03:41:22 PM
I have to ask WHY? on this piece. A cool piece of history yes, but $600 for a fire and forget weapon that would have a Saturday night special looking down its nose? Here, I lose the the plot. Lots of cool guns on offer though. Maybe next year.....
FQ13

What I've heard, about the originals, is that very few were actually ever "dropped" or used.  The rest were destroyed.  Because they were truly cheap POS, nobody thought to preserve any of them or take care of them.  A few years ago people started to realize they were actually rather scarce, especially ones complete in good condition are scarce.  

When I checked about 10 years ago they were only valued at $200-300.   Now they're 10 times that.  So it's not surprising that replicas can command $600
Title: Re: NRA Annual Meeting 2011 photos
Post by: ellis4538 on May 02, 2011, 07:38:31 PM
I got picked out of the masses by Remington for a chance to win a new shotgun but haven't received a call yet so I guess my bad luck still holds!  LOL


Richard