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About Stephen A. Camp June 18, 1951-May 27, 2011

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You’ve said that the 9mm Hi Power is your favorite “all around” automatic pistol, but that for purely defensive purposes you prefer the 1911? That covers lots of ground. Which brand 1911 is your choice?

Stephen A. Camp

Of what I own, there are four that would be chosen from: Kimber Custom Classic 5″ that’s been lightly modified, Norinco 1911 that’s also been worked over, a customized Colt Commander, and a Springfield Lightweight 5″ that I ordered with a few options from Springfield’s Custom Shop. These pistols have proven utterly reliable with my…
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I only want two automatics, a .22 and a centerfire. I’m torn between 9mm and .45. Which is the way to go?

Stephen A. Camp

I cannot “prescribe” what is the better choice for you, but will give my thoughts on this: Ammo: Right now, factory 9mm ball can be had at significantly less cost per box/case than can .45 ACP in the same configuration. If you buy your range ammo, this is a big plus for 9mm as you can afford…
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What is the purpose of the handgun?

Stephen A. Camp

It depends on whom you ask. Those who would gut the Second Amendment would reply that its “purpose” is to kill and maim and that it serves no “sporting” use and should be banned from private ownership. Many handgun aficionados primarily into self-defense concerns would reply “to save one from unexpected attack”. They usually go…
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What are your personal choices for self-defense handguns?

Stephen A. Camp

More than once I’ve stated that my choices don’t have to be your choices. While we all are probably better served with input from others on a topic, in the end, we have to make our own decisions. If the following information is of some use, that’s good, but in the end, go with what works best for you. .22LR…
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How do you test bullets for expansion and penetration?

Stephen A. Camp

While most will probably agree that calibrated 10% ballistic gelatin is the best media for seeing what bullets will probably do in tissue, most of us do not have the finances to shoot it in a controlled atmosphere within a specific temperature range for repeatable results. I know I don’t and I cannot afford the cost of the gelatin…
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What is the Best Handgun?

Stephen A. Camp

At various gun boards we see “What is the best automatic for me to buy?” In areas dedicated to wheel guns the same question concerning revolvers is common as well. Sadly, what too often occurs is that opinions will be given and the thread gets hijacked due to others arguing and sometimes calling names. I get several…
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What gun is best for me?

Stephen A. Camp

(Suggestions on making decisions.) A common question on the Internet or in print shooting magazines centers around such questions as “Is Handgun A better than Handgun B” or “What’s the best defense handgun” or “What is the best ammunition”? You get the idea; people want the best they can buy for their hard-earned dollars and want…
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