It's been a while that I bothered to click on an MSN link. Always disappointing, but this time they are posting false information that could land some one in jail.
The "Permitless Carry" law for Louisiana has yet to take affect.
Personally, I can't stand the XD platform. As for the SA-35 - I have one of them and more than one of the Girsan clones. I think the Girsan is equal to the S.A. as far as fit and finish, but has a better trigger and at a better price. But still, neither has a trigger that this 1911 guy can...
I have never "pre-cleaned". I just sort by caliber with a stacked tray system in a 5 gallon bucket. This process involves some jostling, shaking, and handling the empty cases that will often dislodge trash.
As for cleaning, I used to use dry media in a vibrating tumbler, then for a while...
Is the brass separated by caliber? If not already, do so before you try any sort of cleaning. 9mm cases stuck in 45acp cases can be frustrating! Is this a "pre-clean" you are trying to accomplish before a finale clean?
38 Colt , 38 Short Colt, 38 Long Colt, 38S&W Short, 38 S&W long, 38 Automatic , 38 Super Automatic, 38/200 Mk II. I am sure I missed a few.
Not a guessing game for people that want to keep their fingers attached to their hands.
Not a thing to be "pretty sure" about. I know a guy that lost fingers because he was "pretty sure" that old double barrel Damascus could handle modern shot-shells.
A good source for female self defense options / discussions can usually be found on "Cornered Cat".
https://www.corneredcat.com/
Looks like they have published a book now!