Second Firearm Thread...

[Remo]

Looks good. What is it?

Rock Island TAC II Ultra CS

[SmokeyJoe]

Rock Island TAC II Ultra CS

Rock Island is really putting out some nice looking firearms that don't break the bank. Excellent pick up. :tu

[Remo]

100 rounds down the pipe today, not one hiccup :tu

[HK3-]

Rock Island TAC II Ultra CS

Yeah it looks fantastic. I have a thing for 1911's. :)

[Remo]

Couple of beauty shots, cleaned and oiled.


17939

17940

[dijit]

Couple of beauty shots, cleaned and oiled.


17939

17940

I've always liked Rock Island Armory, and tehy keep getting better.

[HK3-]

Was planning to hit the outdoor range but it won't quit snowing. :gary

[Flynnster]

Was planning to hit the outdoor range but it won't quit snowing. :gary

What's wrong with a bit of snow? It muffles things!

[Remo]

Not much snow here but cold! Luckily I have an indoor handgun range at work, rifle no luck.

[SmokeyJoe]

Posting up my EDC. Have tried a few different pistols, but keep coming back to this Smith & Wesson M&P Shield 40. I use the MagGuts magazine extender, so the flush magazine holds seven instead of six, plus one in the chamber. 8 rounds of .40 s&w plus an 8 round spare gives me a lot of peace of mind. Displayed with one of my carry methods, my DeSantis Nemesis Pocket Holster.

http://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb28/Revtiger/Firearms/shield%2040_zpspz53n1ko.jpg

[Remo]

Very nice Joe, I switch my EDC between the Shield 9 and .45

[johnbljr]

Thinking of saving up for a Glock 23. Anyone have any experience with this version?

[HK3-]

Not much snow here but cold! Luckily I have an indoor handgun range at work, rifle no luck.

Better one than none. :tu

[Remo]

Thinking of saving up for a Glock 23. Anyone have any experience with this version?

Never had a 23, but you can't go wrong with a Glock.

[DPD6030]

My next pickup on Friday. A Heritage Arms 6 shot .22 mag/.22 lr revolver for checking my traps.

Looks like everyone has been picking up some good wares lately.

[WhiteMamba]

My next pickup on Friday. A Heritage Arms 6 shot .22 mag/.22 lr revolver for checking my traps.

Looks like everyone has been picking up some good wares lately.

I believe Dick’s had those for $100 on Black Friday.

[HK3-]

Waiting on a new rifle to be paid off so I look at other stuff in the mean time. Anyone looked at or own one of these new Life Cards? Interesting little pistol. Also these CMR-30's look interesting as well. The PMR is the pistol but I like the looks and idea of the CMR which is the carbine 30rd .22 WMR. What's your :2

[HK3-]

FYI- PalmettoStateArmory has their .223/5.56 federal ammo at super low prices with the rebate. Sale runs until 12/31 -(P

[Steve]

My woods gun got some street duds...

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/Rigs/G20's%20Casual%20Duds.jpg

Out in the woods I have a Sherpa OWB that I carry the 10mm in, but it's not exactly a concealable combination for going into town after the hunt. Surprisingly, this IWB is actually pretty comfortable and conceals pretty good considering the size of this guy.

[WhiteMamba]

took the plunge and got a Ruger LC9s the other day. Any advice on good accessories or holsters?

[dijit]

Depends on how you want to carry it Michael.

Kydex are great but in my opinion not too comfortable against the skin.
Bianchi has a pretty nice inside the waist band clip on

[WhiteMamba]

I'm actually considering a shoulder holster but cant decide which one. Since I am usually wearing my shirt tucked in I don't think I could conceal it in my waist.

[dijit]

I'm actually considering a shoulder holster but cant decide which one. Since I am usually wearing my shirt tucked in I don't think I could conceal it in my waist.

I have an inside the waist bianchi for my Makarov that lets it sit low enough its barely visible. Yes this impedes my draw speed but concealabilty is great. My XDM I just ordered an Alienware that will let my laser fit in it too.

[Brian D.]

My woods gun got some street duds...

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/Rigs/G20's%20Casual%20Duds.jpg

Out in the woods I have a Sherpa OWB that I carry the 10mm in, but it's not exactly a concealable combination for going into town after the hunt. Surprisingly, this IWB is actually pretty comfortable and conceals pretty good considering the size of this guy.

How does that holster attach to the belt? I'm usually a fan of loops with snaps rather than many of the talon shaped clips used by most holster makers.

[Steve]

How does that holster attach to the belt? I'm usually a fan of loops with snaps rather than many of the talon shaped clips used by most holster makers.

It has a belt clip on the other side, not loops. The side that is facing up goes against the body. Personally I prefer the belt clip for the ease/quickness of removing it. I believe one of RDR's options are snap loops though.

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/Rigs/Belt%20Clip.jpg

[Brian D.]

Okay. Some of those clips are pretty positive, and hold up well. Naturally, width/thickness of your belt plays a part too.

[Steve]

Okay. Some of those clips are pretty positive, and hold up well. Naturally, width/thickness of your belt plays a part too.

I have several of their holsters, each with the clip and haven't had any issues with the clip itself.

[Full disclosure, I do not have any direct connection to this company. Remo turned me onto them a couple of years ago and I have been a satisfied customer with several purchases.]

[Brian D.]

Swapped off an "extra" AR-15 at the show this weekend, for a barely used Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 9mm pistol, the full size version. S&W claimed that all the 2.0's have better triggers than the originals. (I sort of think they're fudging a bit there.)

Well, this one I bought, they definitely got the internals right on it. Darn near as good as installing an Apex kit.

[Brian D.]

The last month or so S&W or their distributors must have offered some great rebates on the J-frame five shot .38 special revolvers. Was able to get a model 442 for $340 out the door, taxes included last week. No external key lock on these, even better.

[HK3-]

The last month or so S&W or their distributors must have offered some great rebates on the J-frame five shot .38 special revolvers. Was able to get a model 442 for $340 out the door, taxes included last week. No external key lock on these, even better.

Dang thats pretty cheap! Nice score!

[HK3-]

Picked up my six year old a new .22 to teach her how to shoot. She hit the two inch metal target at twenty five yards on her first shot. She did great!
http://i.imgur.com/1Xb1Msnl.jpg (https://imgur.com/1Xb1Msn)

http://i.imgur.com/SEzWW7Hl.jpg (https://imgur.com/SEzWW7H)

[Remo]

Great Hal, need to get my girls shooting :tu

[dijit]

started both my kids at the age of 6. Been around firearms all their life and they tell me all the time they have more respect for life and firearms than most of their classmates.

[elderboy02]

Awesome! :tu

[Remo]

18156

I sure love my 1911.

[HK3-]

18156

I sure love my 1911.

Plural! ;)
Great target!

[Trumpet]

WOOOO!!! Haven't been here in a while. My newest foray into the world of 6.5 Grendel. Still haven't gotten it to the range yet....

https://i.imgur.com/wGAUKgkl.jpg?1

Edited to change "actual size" pic

[Remo]

Very nice, Rich.

[issues]

Here's my newest pistol/money sink:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v45/issues1975/20180321_121839a1_zpsaciqu5v4.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/issues1975/media/20180321_121839a1_zpsaciqu5v4.jpg.html)

[Trumpet]

That's hot.

[Remo]

Lovin that one Tony :tu we need to be friends when I move down there :)

[issues]

Lovin that one Tony :tu we need to be friends when I move down there :)

No question my friend!

Let me know when you get down here and I will have a cigar waiting! :tu

[HK3-]

Those are both nice :tu

[Brian D.]

I've been working with a Ruger LCR since finding one in the used section of a local store for a good price. It has a Trijicon tritium front sight. Finding a Galco holster for it in the zipper pouch the gun came in made the sale a no-brainer. (Thanks, mystery former owner!)

Being a semi-auto toter for many years now, it's a bit odd carrying a snob nose, five shot revolver as a primary gun. So...there's also a snub nose S&W model 637 in my weak side front pocket. Belt pouch holds two HKS speed loaders.

I guess 20 rounds of .38 special +P is enough overall capacity.

[Steve]

I guess 20 rounds of .38 special +P is enough overall capacity.

Or at least enough to get you to a bigger gun! :D

I've actually been looking at a 9mm snubby for ankle duty.

[SMOKING CAMPER]

Tons of good stuff seen here...

[dijit]

WOOOO!!! Haven't been here in a while. My newest foray into the world of 6.5 Grendel. Still haven't gotten it to the range yet....

https://i.imgur.com/wGAUKgkl.jpg?1

Edited to change "actual size" pic

Let us know what the range thinks of it. I am still up in the air between the Grendel and a .308

[Brian D.]

Just an fyi: If you want a first generation M&P pistol, now's a good time to look. S&W is cranking out the "improved" version 2.0 of all models, some dealers are doing a clearance of the originals to make room.

[SmokeyJoe]

Just picked this up... I am a sucker for S&W K frames, especially pinned and recessed.
Smith & Wesson Model 19-4 .357 Magnum - 4in.

http://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb28/Revtiger/Firearms/SampW%20Model%2019-4_zpsv446mghf.jpg

[James In NC]

Finally broke down and bought a Glock. Have shot and carried 1911 and 2011s for years. In 3 Gun competition, you set the safety, drop the pistol in a bucket, and move on to other guns. But if a 1911 safety gets bumped off....DQ. No thumb safety to worry about with the Glock.

[Steve]

Finally broke down and bought a Glock. Have shot and carried 1911 and 2011s for years. In 3 Gun competition, you set the safety, drop the pistol in a bucket, and move on to other guns. But if a 1911 safety gets bumped off....DQ. No thumb safety to worry about with the Glock.

:tu:tu

[Steve]

A little fun from the weekend...

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/2018-06-16_Range%20Day/2018-06-16%2015.27.30.jpg

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/2018-06-16_Range%20Day/2018-06-16%2016.11.23.jpg

[SmokeyJoe]

Smith & Wesson 686-6 Plus - Talo Edition - 3 in. .357 Magnum L-Frame

http://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb28/Revtiger/Firearms/ae814216-d936-48e8-a898-49f558c70969_zpsapkiiqzd.jpg (http://s211.photobucket.com/user/Revtiger/media/Firearms/ae814216-d936-48e8-a898-49f558c70969_zpsapkiiqzd.jpg.html)

[bonjing]

Nice Smith, Joe. There is something sexy about wheel guns.

[Ashcan Bill]

Smith & Wesson 686-6 Plus - Talo Edition - 3 in. .357 Magnum L-Frame

http://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb28/Revtiger/Firearms/ae814216-d936-48e8-a898-49f558c70969_zpsapkiiqzd.jpg (http://s211.photobucket.com/user/Revtiger/media/Firearms/ae814216-d936-48e8-a898-49f558c70969_zpsapkiiqzd.jpg.html)

Nice piece. I like that three incher. I have one with a slightly longer tube.

https://i.imgur.com/V5jE2Fm.jpg?1

[Steve]

My new Side Lady getting her shine on with her new outfit and accessories...

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/2018-06-27_RDR%20Gear/2018-06-27%2022.15.45.jpg

[SmokeyJoe]

Nice piece. I like that three incher. I have one with a slightly longer tube.

https://i.imgur.com/V5jE2Fm.jpg?1

That is beautiful! :dr

[SmokeyJoe]

Taurus Model 66 in .357 Magnum 6 in.

http://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb28/Revtiger/Firearms/Taurus%20model%2066%20rt_zpsshlu0j29.jpg

[dijit]

Taurus Model 66 in .357 Magnum 6 in.

http://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb28/Revtiger/Firearms/Taurus%20model%2066%20rt_zpsshlu0j29.jpg

Those are fun! I think I need to get another one.

[Steve]

Puff Puff Bang Bang

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/2018-07-21_Range%20Day/2018-07-21%2015.25.59.jpg

[HK3-]

Lots of nice wheel guns up there! :tu

[Ashcan Bill]

Lots of nice wheel guns up there! :tu

You really shouldn't enable me. :r

This is my 1952 S&W Baby Chief. We share a birth year.

https://i.imgur.com/00Rb0f5.jpg

[SurfnSafari]

If your into firearms, and want to spend the weekend in the Disneyland of Gun Shows, may I suggest The Cross Roads of the West - Small Arms Review Show.

This years dates are November 30th. - December 2, 2018. It will be at the Arizona State Fair Grounds - Phoenix AZ.

Honeslty if you come you can not see everything in a day, but you get a wrist band for all three days, the only negative is parking at about $10.00/day.

The display are awesome, machine guns historic military stuff, and about anything you could wish for.

FYI

Yes Crossroads of the West Gun Shows has a web-site, Google will find it for you.

[Gabe215]

Thinking about buying a Springfield 1911 Stainless Mil Spec next week, sold my 1911 years ago and it’s about time to add one and the price is right

[SmokeyJoe]

Recently located a great BOTL who hasn't been seen in these parts for awhile - @Stitch. Back in the day, he made me a beautiful custom three-finger leather cigar case. As I have expanded my gun collection, I wanted to get one of his quality holsters. What you are seeing is my M&P 9c mated with its absolutely perfect fitting Basic Carry 1 Holster in Mahogany. Thanks, Stitch. Here's hoping we see you around some more. If you want to see other examples of Jeff's outstanding work, I recommend you take a gander at http://mountainhomeleather.com/contact.htm. :ss

http://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb28/Revtiger/Firearms/MampP%209c%20and%20Holster_zpsia4xarik.jpg

http://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb28/Revtiger/Firearms/MampP%209c%20Holstered_zpsd4pozee8.jpg

[HK3-]

You really shouldn't enable me. :r

This is my 1952 S&W Baby Chief. We share a birth year.

Thats a nice one Bill!

[QUOTE=SurfnSafari;2157157]If your into firearms, and want to spend the weekend in the Disneyland of Gun Shows, may I suggest The Cross Roads of the West - Small Arms Review Show.

This years dates are November 30th. - December 2, 2018. It will be at the Arizona State Fair Grounds - Phoenix AZ.

Honeslty if you come you can not see everything in a day, but you get a wrist band for all three days, the only negative is parking at about $10.00/day.

The display are awesome, machine guns historic military stuff, and about anything you could wish for.

FYI

Yes Crossroads of the West Gun Shows has a web-site, Google will find it for you.

Thanks for the info.

Thinking about buying a Springfield 1911 Stainless Mil Spec next week, sold my 1911 years ago and it’s about time to add one and the price is right

I dig 1911's. Sometimes talking about 1911's with the polymer guys is like bringing up politics. :)
Recently located a great BOTL who hasn't been seen in these parts for awhile - @Stitch. Back in the day, he made me a beautiful custom three-finger leather cigar case. As I have expanded my gun collection, I wanted to get one of his quality holsters. What you are seeing is my M&P 9c mated with its absolutely perfect fitting Basic Carry 1 Holster in Mahogany. Thanks, Stitch. Here's hoping we see you around some more. If you want to see other examples of Jeff's outstanding work, I recommend you take a gander at http://mountainhomeleather.com/contact.htm. :ss



:tu

[DPD6030]

Just built this 300 blackout. Spikes calico jack lower and a ghost firearms upper. Just waiting on my supressor. :D

http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/picture.php?albumid=42&pictureid=9247

[HK3-]

Nice Andrew! :tu

[Trumpet]

Haven't posted here in a while....
My two most recent builds. First is "SPR-ish" with 18" WOA barrel, SLR rail and gas block, VLTOR MUR upper, RRA two stage trigger tuned by Hollilger, MSTN brake, Vortex PST 2.5-10x32.

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y97/Trumpet1/DSC02186_zpsd2fqbcqs.jpg
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y97/Trumpet1/DSC02182_zps843drw6h.jpg

6.5 Grendel....
VLTOR MUR, Odin Works 18" barrel/adj.gas/BCG, Geissele Mk8, Geissele SD-3G, Bushnell Tactical (now discontinued) 3.5-13, Gamma brake.

https://i.imgur.com/wGAUKgkl.jpg?1
https://i.imgur.com/p2snVWEl.jpg?2

[DPD6030]

Nice rifles Rich.

Firearm related...I applied part time at a gun shop. Fingers crossed I get the job. I'm sure most if not all of my pay will be purchasing guns :D

[Edeustace]

Haven't posted here in a while....
My two most recent builds. First is "SPR-ish" with 18" WOA barrel, SLR rail and gas block, VLTOR MUR upper, RRA two stage trigger tuned by Hollilger, MSTN brake, Vortex PST 2.5-10x32.

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y97/Trumpet1/DSC02186_zpsd2fqbcqs.jpg
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y97/Trumpet1/DSC02182_zps843drw6h.jpg

6.5 Grendel....
VLTOR MUR, Odin Works 18" barrel/adj.gas/BCG, Geissele Mk8, Geissele SD-3G, Bushnell Tactical (now discontinued) 3.5-13, Gamma brake.

https://i.imgur.com/wGAUKgkl.jpg?1
https://i.imgur.com/p2snVWEl.jpg?2

Beautiful rifles, I miss my 308 POF and Adams Arms Grendel! Life is a b*tch and lawyers are expensive!

[SmokeyJoe]

Just picked up this little cutie! May not be the hottest girl at the dance, but I think she cleans up pretty nice.
Taurus 605 .357 magnum 2 in. snubnose
http://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb28/Revtiger/Firearms/Taurus%20605_zpssw7uozms.jpg

[Brian D.]

Just picked up a Walther PPQ (M1) 9mm yesterday. Low miles used, previous owner had put Trijicon HD sights on it, and there were 4 magazines in the box. It pays to at least consider buying pre-owned, if you know how to look over a gun before plunking down the money.

Probably have to wait until tomorrow to give it a spin. Really a sweet trigger on this thing!

[HK3-]

Nice rifles Rich.

Firearm related...I applied part time at a gun shop. Fingers crossed I get the job. I'm sure most if not all of my pay will be purchasing guns :D


Oh man thats sweet! Good Luck!

[YankeeMan]

Just got my HR218 permit. I picked up a Ruger LSC9. I am really happy with it so far.

[Brian D.]

The Walther PPQ works fine, and is pretty accurate thanks to the very good trigger. If I do my part, that is.

[Steve]

California Compliant?

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/Misc_15/California%20Compliant%3f.png

:D

[HK3-]

California Compliant?

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/Misc_15/California%20Compliant%3f.png

:D

:r:r

[bonjing]

California Compliant?

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/Misc_15/California%20Compliant%3f.png

:D

No :bh:r

[SmokeyJoe]

RUGER SP101 .357 mag 2.25 in.

https://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb28/Revtiger/Firearms/Ruger%20SP101%20Bible_zpst4dymljf.jpg

[HK3-]

[QUOTE=SmokeyJoe;2167655]RUGER SP101 .357 mag 2.25 in.

Thats a beauty!

[Ashcan Bill]

Nice Ruger! I had a GP100 that was a great shooter. Can't beat them. :tu

[SmokeyJoe]

I'm a sucker for good old S&W steel. Just picked up a
Smith & Wesson 629-6 .44 mag (4 in.) from 2012
Only fired at the factory.

https://i211.photobucket.com/albums/bb28/Revtiger/Firearms/629-6%20straight_zpsnv1tldoc.jpg

[HK3-]

Sent my old barrel and action off a few months ago to have the old carbon fiber barrel removed and a new stainless fluted barrel made. Also ordered a break that was compatible with my QDL suppressor so I could use it on two rifles. As soon as the temps rise to a decent range I will be out testing this mother.
Top is new and lower is old
http://i.imgur.com/6msJqSo.jpg (https://imgur.com/6msJqSo)

http://i.imgur.com/MMHcTjw.jpg (https://imgur.com/MMHcTjw)

http://i.imgur.com/0hNwSbT.jpg (https://imgur.com/0hNwSbT)

[Brian D.]

Picked up a lightly used Walther PPQ this week. The store let me do a five round test fire with their range ammo before purchase. Shot a 3/4" group at 25 feet with the dang thing. I am incapable of doing better than that with ANY handgun. SOLD!

[HK3-]

Had a warmer day this past Wednesday so I made it out to the range. Our range looks pretty rough after a long winter of nobody repairing things around there. Looking forward to some good time on the bench.

Anybody got anything new?

[bonjing]

California gun owners were allowed to purchase standard/high capacity mags for 1 week :al:al:al

[Brian D.]

Glock just announced their new spokesperson: Chuck Norris! A fitting successor to the late R. Lee Ermey.

Can't wait for the next batch of commercials.

[Brian D.]

I like shopping in the used gun market. For the last couple years or so, pre-owned .40S&W caliber handguns have dropped to bargain barn prices. Last Saturday in a private sale, picked up a Glock model 22 in really nice shape for $300. Late Gen3 with RTF-2 exterior. A grip frame plug and extended slide release had already been installed.

Couple shops around here have all but stopped stocking new handguns in .40. Hardly anyone wants 'em.

[HK3-]

I like shopping in the used gun market. For the last couple years or so, pre-owned .40S&W caliber handguns have dropped to bargain barn prices. Last Saturday in a private sale, picked up a Glock model 22 in really nice shape for $300. Late Gen3 with RTF-2 exterior. A grip frame plug and extended slide release had already been installed.

Couple shops around here have all but stopped stocking new handguns in .40. Hardly anyone wants 'em.

Thats a smoking deal on the model 22.

[dijit]

Good deal on the model 22 and I find it funny how the prices have changed on .40 cals in the last 2 years. Seems the lip service shooters all wanted them and then found out the extra stopping power comes with a little more recoil. I personally like a metal frame .40 better than polymer, but both are fun for the true hobbyist/shootist.

[Brian D.]

I reload, so "tailoring" my practice ammo to recoil a little less isn't a problem. I had divested myself of .40 caliber handguns (except for the Browning Hi Power, all steel) a few years back. Passed up several good deals on used Glocks, S&Ws, etc. in .40 since then. This model 22 was just a "can't get hurt financially" thing. So far it shoots fine, just a little jumpier than its 9mm counterpart. Nature of the beast.

[Brian D.]

Well dang did I kill this long running thread, or am I the one keeping it alive? Oh well here's another snort of narcan to keep it going..

Any of you have any of the Canik 9mm handguns? I've waded into the brand in the last few months. Most everything about them seems fine, especially the price point. Only one complaint about them from me: They are set up with very stiff recoil springs. Apparently they are designed to be fed 124 grain "Nato" ammo, which is +P. Or any other +P stuff. The spring will soften up after a few hundred rounds of shooting. But if you use standard pressure ammunition for break in, you'll have some malfunctions (stovepipes) to contend with.

[8lug]

I'm new to the firearm thing. Just got my Mass LTC. any recommendations for a first gun?

[bonjing]

I'm new to the firearm thing. Just got my Mass LTC. any recommendations for a first gun?

Go shoot a few. If you have friends with firearms test out what ever they have or rent a few different ones from a local range, if they have rentals.

[Brian D.]

Hello. In Massachusetts you are somewhat limited as to what handguns you're allowed to own/possess/carry, correct? It may be helpful if you would outline those restrictions for us.

[8lug]

Ill be attending the Sig academy next month. Taking handgun 101 and 102. Sig trains on the 320. I guess that's a good place to start.

[8lug]

Hello. In Massachusetts you are somewhat limited as to what handguns you're allowed to own/possess/carry, correct? It may be helpful if you would outline those restrictions for us.

I'm not 100% sure what is or isn't Ma compliant yet. There's a range close by that rent by the caliber. $25 plus ammo and I can try them all. I LEO friend recommended I try all the 9mm

[icehog3]

Ill be attending the Sig academy next month. Taking handgun 101 and 102. Sig trains on the 320. I guess that's a good place to start.

I carry the Sig P220 as my every day carry. I love it, but I agree with Greg, shoot a bunch and see what feels right. Definitely a very personal thing, which guns feel right.

[Brian D.]

8lug, that sounds like a good plan, seriously. For that $25, yeah, try out the brands and models that feel best in your hands. Also, 9mm is the right caliber to try first, easier to shoot and less expensive to "feed". Plus, with the hotter self defense ammo, it's very capable of doing its job.

[8lug]

Went to the range yesterday with a buddy and got to fire his Canik TP9SA. I found out that I'm cross dominate. left hand, right eye.

[icehog3]

Went to the range yesterday with a buddy and got to fire his Canik TP9SA. I found out that I'm cross dominate. left hand, right eye.

Better than being a cross dresser. Mark? -(P

[Steve]

A couple new additions to the family...

Not necessarily a fan of Taurus, but I picked this up for a really good price and figured what the heck. Shoots really nice actually.

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/2019-05-18_New%20Additions/2019-05-18_Gov't%20Mule.jpg

Put this together for the annual .22 match at the hunt club this year. Last year Boo was out gunned shooting my old Henry Golden Boy against all the 10/22s. NOT this year!

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/2019-05-18_New%20Additions/2019-05-18_TacDriver01.jpg

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/2019-05-18_New%20Additions/2019-05-18_TacDriver02.jpg

One of the guys at the club brought some suppressors, that little rifle LIKED the suppressor!

Boo having some fun with one of the "toys" the suppressor guy brought.

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/2019-05-18_New%20Additions/2019-05-18_Gangsta%20Gurl.jpg

[8lug]

Better than being a cross dresser. Mark? -(P

it was supposed to be our secret:r

[icehog3]

it was supposed to be our secret:r

https://i.imgur.com/yMEPqBx.gif

[8lug]

Got a 9mm Sig P226 legion. 200 rounds later and I'm hooked. Another slippery slope. :)

[bonjing]

Got a 9mm Sig P226 legion. 200 rounds later and I'm hooked. Another slippery slope. :)

Nice purchase! Have fun feeding that thing.

[Gabe215]

Just bought a Canik TP9sfx, love it!

[Brian D.]

Bought a new and tough to find Ruger Wrangler .22 LR single action revolver today. Range trip tomorrow.

[Brian D.]

The Wrangler works fine and I can shoot it pretty well outdoors in the sunlight. Those small sights inside, not so much.

[HK3-]

https://i.imgur.com/AnWXPl8l.jpg

Picked up a new FN recently. Ran a couple hundred rounds through it and she seems to be great. Only thing I don't like it the muzzle brake. It has three prongs and it sounds like a tuning fork when you fire it.

[bonjing]

The Wrangler works fine and I can shoot it pretty well outdoors in the sunlight. Those small sights inside, not so much.

Hoping to jump on a bronze one if they ever make it out to my local shop. Man I miss the range :(. Not sure if I want to drop the coin on this or a ruger super redhawk :D

[Brian D.]

Amazing how inexpensive .40 caliber trade in handguns have gotten. Yesterday I picked up a full size, like new M&P for $220 + tax. Crazy.

[icehog3]

Amazing how inexpensive .40 caliber trade in handguns have gotten. Yesterday I picked up a full size, like new M&P for $220 + tax. Crazy.

Glut in the market, or is it a less desirable caliber these days?

[Ashcan Bill]

Glut in the market, or is it a less desirable caliber these days?

I think it's both. It was a caliber that never really caught on with the general public and apparently a lot of police departments are recycling them now.

I remember when the .40 came out and wondering why?

[Brian D.]

I think it's both. It was a caliber that never really caught on with the general public and apparently a lot of police departments are recycling them now.

I remember when the .40 came out and wondering why?

As you probably remember, a big ballistics study was done by the Justice Dept./FBI after that shootout in Miami that left four of their agents dead, and others wounded. (Do I have those numbers right?) Didn't matter that there were tactical and operational problems at fault too, they blamed the 9mm and .38/.357 guns and ammo.

End result, they decided that the 10mm was the new go to. Then re-decided that the round was too long, and full powered loads, too powerful. Hence, the .40 S&W became the new king.

The rest of the story has been laid out already, I'm feeling like a windbag at this point, sorry.

[Steve]

End result, they decided that the 10mm was the new go to. Then re-decided that the round was too long, and full powered loads, too powerful. Hence, the .40 S&W became the new king.



I like 10mm. It's my goto woods pistol.

[Brian D.]

I like 10mm. It's my goto woods pistol.

Oh yeah, I have a Glock model 20 for trips to places like the Smoky Mountains. I ain't hunting bears, wild boar, and mountain lions, but if they hunt me it's game on.

[icehog3]

I think it's both. It was a caliber that never really caught on with the general public and apparently a lot of police departments are recycling them now.

I remember when the .40 came out and wondering why?

Gracias, Bill and Brian.

Funny, my department (which I retired from in 2017) went from Glock 9mm to Glock 40s right after I left. :confused:

[Brian D.]

Gracias, Bill and Brian.

Funny, my department (which I retired from in 2017) went from Glock 9mm to Glock 40s right after I left. :confused:

Were they afraid you wouldn't be able to handle the recoil of the .40 caliber, icehog? Very considerate of 'em to wait! :r

You walked into that one sir!

[icehog3]

Were they afraid you wouldn't be able to handle the recoil of the .40 caliber, icehog? Very considerate of 'em to wait! :r

You walked into that one sir!

Phrasing? :lr

[Ashcan Bill]

As you probably remember, a big ballistics study was done by the Justice Dept./FBI after that shootout in Miami that left four of their agents dead, and others wounded. (Do I have those numbers right?) Didn't matter that there were tactical and operational problems at fault too, they blamed the 9mm and .38/.357 guns and ammo.



Yeah, I remember it was primarily the FBI that pushed the .40. Now that they've abandoned it and gone back to the 9mm, other agencies are apparently following their lead so you can pick up used trade-ins on the cheap right now.

[Brian D.]

Little follow up: Wanted to get a few more magazines for the M&P. Didn't need brand new ones, they'll be for the range only.

Sometimes I forget that AIM Surplus is about 25 miles away. Sure enough they listed trade in 15 rounders for $14. Drove up and got a few. Used, but plenty of life left in 'em.

[Steve]

A little Aroma Therapy this weekend with Boo. We've both been pretty busy with life lately and haven't see much of each other, so we decided on a little range time together!

Rock'n the .45

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/2019-10-12_Range%20Day/Rock'n%20the%2045.jpg

Bustin' some clays

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/2019-10-12_Range%20Day/Where's%20the%20Shotgun.jpg

Elmer Fudd???

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/2019-10-12_Range%20Day/Elmer%20Fudd.jpg


Funny part is, I'm shooting the ported 20 ga. that I got for her a couple years ago, because she wanted the 12 ga. pump, and she's rockin' that .45 like there's no tomorrow while I'm happy with my 9mm. Good thing I'm secure in my masculinity!
:D

[Ashcan Bill]

I recently added a red dot to a 686+ and took it out last week to sight it in. First time I've fired off a rest in many years. Beautiful day out in the desert and once I dialed the sight in it shot a ragged hole. I've used optical scopes on handguns in the past but this was my first experience with a red dot. I think it'll help my aging eyes.

This shooting spot is a half hour from my driveway. It's actually up on a hill overlooking a valley and you need a Jeep or other high clearance vehicle to get to it. There are a number of easily accessible shooting spots down below on the valley floor as well (all of which were occupied the day we were there) but I prefer the safety/privacy this spot affords.

https://i.imgur.com/DUxdXPm.jpg

[Steve]

Boo and I made some time to hang out at the range yesterday

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/2019-10-27_Range%20Day/20191027_140326.jpg

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/2019-10-27_Range%20Day/20191027_144642.jpg

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/2019-10-27_Range%20Day/20191027_200728.jpg

[HK3-]

Cooler weather is on the way which means more outdoor range time. Anyone got anything new or anything new in the hopper?

I picked up my first six-five creed moor and have my first three hundred BO on the way. Looking forward to ringing some steel.

[Brian D.]

Going to wring out a new-to-me Walther PPQ 9mm pistol this afternoon. It's my second, it's got the same Trijicon HD sights the first one came with. Looks to be virtually unfired.

[HK3-]

Going to wring out a new-to-me Walther PPQ 9mm pistol this afternoon. It's my second, it's got the same Trijicon HD sights the first one came with. Looks to be virtually unfired.

Nice!

[Brian D.]

This PPQ worked flawlessly today. Whoever installed the sights got them spot on for windage. They hit a trifle high, fine by me.

[Brian D.]

Anybody see the announcement from Glock? They're bringing out a new model, the G44, in .22 long rifle. Same size as the model 19. Debut is 1/20/20.

A .22 from them is long overdue, I think.

[kingcobradude]

This PPQ worked flawlessly today. Whoever installed the sights got them spot on for windage. They hit a trifle high, fine by me.

I do love walther firearms. Been wanting a ppk myself.


Wait, glock hasn't made a .22lr before?

[bonjing]

I do love walther firearms. Been wanting a ppk myself.


Wait, glock hasn't made a .22lr before?

No factory Glock 22lr. But there are conversion kits for them. Advantage Arms is the only one that comes to mind but there may be others.

[kingcobradude]

No factory Glock 22lr. But there are conversion kits for them. Advantage Arms is the only one that comes to mind but there may be others.

That is very surprising.

[Brian D.]

People have been wanting a Glock in .22 for a long time, but they've consistently sold heck out of their centerfire offerings since day one.

[kingcobradude]

I think whe people think of a handgun, they think of the glock.

[HK3-]

Got in a day at the range with my dad and friends. We shot mostly rifles but had time at the end for a little steel at the pistol range.

http://i.imgur.com/JpGdMSPl.jpg (https://imgur.com/JpGdMSP)

[Brian D.]

Hello. I was scouring the used gun shelves at a couple stores on the west side this morning. Got myself a low miles Sig Sauer P365. Probably have to wait until Sunday to see how it works. Supposed to be 54 degrees and sunny, so worth a couple days delay.

[8lug]

Hello. I was scouring the used gun shelves at a couple stores on the west side this morning. Got myself a low miles Sig Sauer P365. Probably have to wait until Sunday to see how it works. Supposed to be 54 degrees and sunny, so worth a couple days delay.

Great gun for everyday carry. Enjoy

[Brian D.]

I tried the P 365 out yesterday. Reliable and seems to be accurate. (I was shooting at steel targets, need some rounds on paper to see about accuracy.)

[Ashcan Bill]

Over the last few years I've gotten rid of everything I don't shoot or had an emotional attachment to. Stuff I'd accumulated over the last forty years but had lost interest in. Or things I'd acquired because they were a deal. Or guns I wasn't sure why I'd picked up in the first place.

And since it freed up some cash, I also picked up a couple I'd had my eye on. So when all was said and done the downsized collection was where I wanted it, with one exception.

I scratched that last itch last week and picked up a S&W 627 V-Comp. Pretty sure I'm done now. Probably. :D

https://i.imgur.com/nBG9ErP.jpg?1

[icehog3]

Sweet S&W, Bill. :tu

[Brian D.]

By the way, my Sig P365 is about as accurate as a full sized 9mm handgun.

[HK3-]

Nice Bill!

[Navydoc]

Finally decided to get a home defense handgun and went with a Sig P238 and CZ 75D Compact for greater mag capacity

[Steve]

A little aroma therapy over the weekend

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/2020-03-14_Weekend/20200315_151024.jpg

[Hippi3Slay3r]

Looks like ill have to wait a few months before I can pick up the carbine I had my eye on, Panic buyers have wiped the local shelfs clean and my go to sites are out of stock... :tf

[HK3-]

Looks like ill have to wait a few months before I can pick up the carbine I had my eye on, Panic buyers have wiped the local shelfs clean and my go to sites are out of stock... :tf

I went to pick up some primers and a pound of powder yesterday and people were walking out with boxes of stuff.

Im just hoping the form fours aren't held up from a shutdown....

[Hippi3Slay3r]

I lucked out! I found a Sig MPX carbine on consignment at a local shop with an Eotech xps2 with 5 30rd mags and 2 10 rounders for $1754. And it was never fired :dr

https://i.postimg.cc/JzHZ9GGQ/20200323-164024.jpg (https://postimg.cc/0zxzS5G6)

[icehog3]

Sweet rifle, Kyle! :tu

[Steve]

New ammo showed up today to go along with Big Gurl's new barrel. May have to go out somewhere this weekend and socially distance something... :gn:gn

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/Rigs/2020-04-24_220%20Gr%20Big%20Boy%20Boom.jpg

[HK3-]

Whatcha shooting Steve, semi wad cutters?

[Steve]

Whatcha shooting Steve, semi wad cutters?

220 Gr. solid lead hard cores. Hard hitting and deep penetration for hogs, etc.

[Hippi3Slay3r]

https://i.postimg.cc/cHBXbqfg/20200601-143254.jpg (https://postimg.cc/k6DQ2p1q)

MPX project coming together, Carbon fiber hand guard and a new 4.5 barrel working on a Timney Trigger upgrade at the moment and I'm thinking this one might be my first form one SBR.

[RevSmoke]

Nice Kyle, very nice.
Bring it along next Sunday night. I got a spot we can shoot it if you are interested.

[Hippi3Slay3r]

Leasing with an option to buy ;) this might be the most accurate pdw in 9mm that I've ever fired, I was ringing 12in plates at 100 yards all afternoon
https://i.postimg.cc/vHSx6tj6/20200610-181144.jpg (https://postimg.cc/0bDyTD98)

[equetefue]

Haven’t been here for some time, so a few of my latest acquisitions.

[Steve]

Nice Edwin!

[bonjing]

Might be saying goodbye to a few of these today

[Steve]

Had a great Father's Day at the range with Boo yesterday.

Started off bustin' some clays
http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/2020-06-22_Fathers%20Day/20200621_115249.jpg

Then when it go hot, moved to the back and slung some lead 200 yards with the hunting rifles.
http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/2020-06-22_Fathers%20Day/20200621_131818.jpg

While back on the rifle line, met a long range shooter that was working up new loads for his next match. He let Boo shoot a couple of his precision long range rifles in 6mmBR
http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/2020-06-22_Fathers%20Day/20200621_132551.jpg

3 shots at 200 yards
http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/2020-06-22_Fathers%20Day/20200621_143529.jpg

Then we came back and fired up the new smoker and feasted and lounged around in the pool...perfect!

[Hippi3Slay3r]

Heavy hitter back in action :gary
https://i.postimg.cc/nrVFfxfZ/20200626-182228.jpg (https://postimg.cc/qhYV297Z)
After a botched trigger job from the previous owner she's back to factory specs

[Brian D.]

Hello. Bought a Walther PPQ in .22 yesterday, the 4" version. Should be a good practice companion to my pair in 9mm.

[bonjing]

My new to me HKP7 something I’ve been wanting since the days of Die Hard

[icehog3]

My new to me HKP7 something I’ve been wanting since the days of Die Hard

Very nice Greg! :banger

[Brian D.]

Been on a kick for .22 LR handguns lately. Possibly because that's the ammo I'm least likely to need more of any time soon. Anyway, picked up a Glock model 44 this morning, from a store/range in the area. Like most such places, they gave me a free hour of range time with firearm purchase. That gave me a chance to try it out, because I thought ahead and brought 50 rounds along just in case. Not sure they'd have been able to sell me any, as they were totally out of most all common calibers.

[icehog3]

Not sure they'd have been able to sell me any, as they were totally out of most all common calibers.

I made a trade on another cigar site, got two boxes of .45 ACP for some cigars. None to be found near me lately.

[The Poet]

I have some 60-year-old .410 rounds around here somewhere. Anybody wanna trade?

[Steve]

Gotta love it...a few days AFTER I order some ammo from MidwayUSA and on the day my order is delivered, I get an email that free shipping is back. Argh! :gary

[icehog3]

Gotta love it...a few days AFTER I order some ammo from MidwayUSA and on the day my order is delivered, I get an email that free shipping is back. Argh! :gary

:gary indeed. :(

[bonjing]

Gotta love it...a few days AFTER I order some ammo from MidwayUSA and on the day my order is delivered, I get an email that free shipping is back. Argh! :gary

Yup never fails. I miss the brownells whatever % off and free shipping codes.

[bonjing]

Sold everything I "wanted" to sell, didn't realize I sold my only G17, now I want one again :sl Wife had a :emo2004 moment when I cleaned out the safe can't blame her I've been bringing random stuff home ever since working at a gun shop. At least the money is going to home improvements. What almost gave me a heart attack was the "what else can you sell, transformers, cigars?" Sadly I'll probably be selling my toys next.

I can probably get some good coin for my 220ST and 226ST but I just can't seem to part with those.

[equetefue]

Just finished this AR pistol built in .300 BO. 10.5”, Aero M4E1 lower, radiant charging handle and folding stock

[icehog3]

Just finished this AR pistol built in .300 BO. 10.5”, Aero M4E1 lower, radiant charging handle and folding stock

Pretty badass, Edwin. :tu

[Brian D.]

Hi. Over the weekend I sold off an AR-15 that was bought as investment, back when prices bottomed out. Made some profit for sure, reinvested in an AR-10 in .308. Original owner never fired it, had buyer's remorse I guess, or maybe wanted to free up some money.

I had a chance to fire it at 50 yards, windage was fine but needed a little elevation adjustment. It's a hoot!

[equetefue]

Hi. Over the weekend I sold off an AR-15 that was bought as investment, back when prices bottomed out. Made some profit for sure, reinvested in an AR-10 in .308. Original owner never fired it, had buyer's remorse I guess, or maybe wanted to free up some money.

I had a chance to fire it at 50 yards, windage was fine but needed a little elevation adjustment. It's a hoot!

nice score :tu

[Gabe215]

I’m really tempted to go behind my wife’s back this week and buy a Ruger 57. Anyone own one (or an FN 57 ?) let me know your thoughts? Thoughts of the round ect. I found one from a vendor that did gouge the price to $875 due to limited supply and extreme demand but with the election and seeing on the aftermarket they can be up to $950 Any insight is appreciated!

[HK3-]

I’m really tempted to go behind my wife’s back this week and buy a Ruger 57. Anyone own one (or an FN 57 ?) let me know your thoughts? Thoughts of the round ect. I found one from a vendor that did gouge the price to $875 due to limited supply and extreme demand but with the election and seeing on the aftermarket they can be up to $950 Any insight is appreciated!

for sure an interesting round with little recoil. I can never get past the cost of ammo though.

[equetefue]

My brother has been drooling for one for some time now, but the pricey ass ammo really makes him steer away from it. Then again all ammo is pricey as hell right now.

I am paying $1 per round on .300 AAC BLK.

Last week at the range it was

Around $35 for 80 rds of .223
Around $80 for 80 rds of .300 blk
Around $8 for 200 rds of .22LR

It adds up quick.

[Gabe215]

https://i.postimg.cc/76ysFJkR/11-A79-EE0-0-A00-48-D2-8-E05-584-FA67-D1526.jpg (https://postimg.cc/v13t9BD7)

I just went ahead and did last Sunday. I was wrong about Price of gun it was $799 out the door (transfer fee tax included ect) but you’re not lying about the rounds. Whole gun show was sold out, granted it was the last day. Found a local shop that has them in stock $50 for a 50rd box of FMJ $60 for 50rd box of FN blue tips.

[equetefue]

beautiful pistol

[equetefue]

This past week I picked up a new G19 to go along with other the G45

[Brian D.]

Things have gotten so overpriced and/or hard to find that in the last few weeks I've become a seller instead of buyer when going to stores, and especially shows.

[Mikepd]

Recently I was lucky to be able to pick up a Ruger 57 and a Sig P320 M17 in 9mm at early 2020 pricing!I was even able to find some 5.7 ammo, though not too much.

[G G]

Ordered a Glock 45 Gen 5 yesterday. We will see if I actually get it because they have changed the Blue Label deal and disallowed EMTs and Paramedics.

[Brian D.]

Ordered a Glock 45 Gen 5 yesterday. We will see if I actually get it because they have changed the Blue Label deal and disallowed EMTs and Paramedics.

That's a bummer.

[G G]

That's a bummer.

I didn't get it because I no longer qualify. I wound up getting a Glock 17 Gen 5 from another place for not too bad a price.

[G G]

I picked up a Glock 43X not long after the G17 Gen 5. Great little gun. It has a 10 round magazine but I have ordered these nifty magazines made by Checkmate that is the same flush fit as the 10 but hold 15 rounds. We will see how it goes. Plus both of the Glocks have Ameriglo night sights. First nightsights I have eve had, but will never buy another handgun without them.

[Brian D.]

Even though retired I still have a fire department photo ID. Would I still qualify for the blue label program?

[G G]

Even though retired I still have a fire department photo ID. Would I still qualify for the blue label program?

Yessir you would as long as they don't check into it. I don't think they would, but technically you are supposed to be active to get it. They took Paramedics and EMTs off the list not too long ago, but after the outcry they put them back on. For anyone that doesn't have the credentials you can join the GSSF and get a pistol purchase coupon for every year you are a member, but the price list is a little bit more than blue label. Since I didn't qualify when I bought mine I did the GSSF and got the coupon. I think it saved me about 50 or 60 bucks instead of $100.

[Brian D.]

Thanks for the information. I was at a Blue Label dealer this week and saw those good prices. Don't happen to be in the market right now but maybe soon.

[mmblz]

Have been wanting a Volquartsen Mamba-TF but haven’t gotten one so far... anyone shoot one?

[n3uka]

Delivered yesterday

19363

[Steve]

Very nice!

[Bax]

I've been messing with my old SKS lately. New stock, aperture sight and milled the bolt down to make the Mags removable with the bolt closed.

[Remo]

19556

19557

So, I came across a deal I couldn’t pass up, was able to get two unfired SigSauers the other day. P938 9mm and a P238 .380. This belonged to an elderly gentleman who passed away, and I was able to get them from the family.

[icehog3]

Very nice, Mike. I've been looking for a .380 Sig Sauer myself.

[Trumpet]

Just finished this AR pistol built in .300 BO. 10.5”, Aero M4E1 lower, radiant charging handle and folding stock

Nice!

Some more recent projects....

Ruger American Ranch 7.62x39 with Anarchy bolt knob...

https://i.imgur.com/rJhNLhwl.jpg?1

Howa Mini Action .223 with Brownells/MDT chassis cerakoted by Five9

https://i.imgur.com/z6LH6Wil.jpg


AR Pistol with brace from Red McCloud (on AR15.com)

https://i.imgur.com/EB6JQRql.jpg

My old Stevens beater SxS that I "coach gunned".

https://i.imgur.com/jmiiZ4ol.jpg?2

[Brian D.]

This thread kind of died off. Not doing much buying myself, the last couple years. My latest acquisition is a Walther PDP 4" 9mm. Added some tritium sights--PDP platform works with sights made for the Glock 9mm/.40 caliber guns, so lots of options out there.

Thoroughly vetted the blaster and am carrying it lately.

[G G]

This thread kind of died off. Not doing much buying myself, the last couple years. My latest acquisition is a Walther PDP 4" 9mm. Added some tritium sights--PDP platform works with sights made for the Glock 9mm/.40 caliber guns, so lots of options out there.

Thoroughly vetted the blaster and am carrying it lately.

Haven't posted in a while myself nor bought anything lately. Glock now had a Gen 5 Glock 21 MOS 45 auto, thinking seriously about buying one if I can find one in stock anywhere.

[Trumpet]

First SBRs
https://i.imgur.com/OmgLkwih.jpg?1

https://i.imgur.com/LlxFqOCh.jpg?3

[Trumpet]

Hmmmm edit not working.

Howa in KRG
https://i.imgur.com/5H2yM3rh.jpg?1

Waiting on a stamp for this guy.
https://i.imgur.com/DoteWZuh.jpg

[Trumpet]

Damn, where did everyone go?!
Couple updates...

Straight pull (NOT semi) .300 BO SBR
https://i.imgur.com/Q5w9sdgh.jpg

Ruger Super Blackhawk I picked up and added some Chig's grips
https://i.imgur.com/2sgeUS1h.jpg

[bonjing]

Damn, where did everyone go?!

California ;s :r

Nice