Want to read Slashdot from your mobile device? Point it at m.slashdot.org and keep reading!

 



Forgot your password?
typodupeerror

Comment Re:political correctness alert (Score 1) 469

"Critics say the M9 is too bulky for small-handed shooters"

Read: women.

I'm not exactly a small guy (6'2" 230lbs), but getting a good grip on a 1911 is awkward and sometimes painful. I've never shot a Beretta, but I can imagine that it's not far from the same experience. Ejecting a mag can be a pain, too as you have to readjust grip to do so. I much prefer a pistol where I can adjust the backstrap for my comfort. Grip is highly important to being accurate in pistol shooting. My daily carry is a S&W M&P VTAC 9mm, a 24oz gun vs the M9's 33.6oz, with swapable backstraps. It's a dream to shoot (admittedly the stock trigger is shit). I'd be willing to bet it outperforms a Beretta with a multitude of shooters. The DA/SA is probably enough to lose that bet for the M9. Polymer striker fire guns have come a long long way.

I RTFA and I just don't see why you draw those conclusions. The article doesn't even mention women or Rangers. This has little to do with women and a lot to do with modern pistols being better all-around platforms as a secondary weapon system. If you can have a weapon be semi-customizable in the field to accommodate different shooters, that's also lighter and easier to maintain and operate, I'm for it.

Comment Re:Dating isn't everything (Score 4, Interesting) 473

I agree. However, as a divorced man, I find there are aspects of male-female relations that I miss profoundly. I miss the intimacy of having a woman as my best friend. It isn't just about sex. Sex is easy to get, but it's hollow when it's just about servicing a biological need. It's like having a nice steak dinner. Sure, it was good, but it only lasted for that time it took to consume. Making love with a woman you love is beyond the steak dinner... Far, far beyond it.

That said, I hate dating. I'd rather get to know someone organically, and if we find we like each other's company, then date. Online dating to me has been an utterly shallow misadventure.

I totally expect to be alone for a while, and I'm okay with that. I have done exactly what you describe since my divorce, and find I enjoy my life thoroughly. But it would be nice to find someone I can share it with.

Slashdot Top Deals

(1) Never draw what you can copy. (2) Never copy what you can trace. (3) Never trace what you can cut out and paste down.

Working...