First Firearm Thread.

[Bageland2000]

My first firearm, finally.. Here with Hornady Hallow point rounds and my WWII Airbourne Dice :)
http://i389.photobucket.com/albums/oo336/bageland2000/Guns/CameraZOOM-20120719223151020.jpg
Got it out of the box with night sights!
http://i389.photobucket.com/albums/oo336/bageland2000/Guns/CameraZOOM-20120719223316716.jpg
Love me some Fat Tire!
http://i389.photobucket.com/albums/oo336/bageland2000/Guns/CameraZOOM-20120719223518194.jpg
Haven't shot it yet, but looking forward to it!
http://i389.photobucket.com/albums/oo336/bageland2000/Guns/CameraZOOM-20120719223616798.jpg

[jluck]

Ahh....The new loaded pistol and alcohol smell....

[bobarian]

Wow, just wow. That's a potential ad for either gun or birth control. :sh

[pnoon]

Did someone mention Darwin Awards? ;)

[Adriftpanda]

Gnarly. Alcohol and guns mesh well I heard.

[Blueface]

Gnarly. Alcohol and LOADED guns mesh well I heard.

:tpd:

Fixed it a bit.

[Catfish]

Oy. :sl :gary :td

[CigarNut]

Did someone mention Darwin Awards? ;)
:tu :tu

[theonlybear4CORT]

Gnarly. Alcohol and guns mesh well I heard.

Ever get your ar17?

[bonjing]

Andrew, like the others have mentioned, Please don't ever mix alcohol with firearms ever, even if it's just one.

Other than the above, nice pistol, I've been wanting a full size M&P with thumb safety for a while now.

[Bageland2000]

That bottle was left over from the night before, but duly noted to leave it out of the pictures. I was drinking out of the water bottle :)

[theonlybear4CORT]

What's th verdict on the hornady match 75gr steel ammo?

[bonjing]

If anyone is looking for a light, LA police gear is having a nice sale on surefire handhelds.

[jluck]

Picked up a Ruger Charger in a trade the other day. I never really wanted one of these but I kinda like it, Much better balance than I ever thought it could have.

[357]

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_I4MWy1DkbZs/R_93gJXrqYI/AAAAAAAAADE/JEJTKeNDNAw/s400/atf.png


That is all.

[BC-Axeman]

Picked up a Ruger Charger in a trade the other day. I never really wanted one of these but I kinda like it, Much better balance than I ever thought it could have.
I haven't seen one of these before. Is it a 10-22 based pistol?

[BC-Axeman]

Just searched it out, looks fun.

[Ashcan Bill]

I ran across a pretty good deal on a S&W Model 36 this week. It's been carried a lot more than shot, with some finish problems but mechanically sound. Just needs a good cleaning.

http://i996.photobucket.com/albums/af85/wakohlmeier/Guns/Model36.jpg

[Blueface]

I got myself in a bind this week.
Ordered a bunch of ammo, to include .40 caliber.
Problem lies with me having a .380, 9mm, .45 and AR for firearms.
As you can see, I don't list owning a .40

I approached my wife and explained to her that as the problem solver I am, I quickly figured out how to resolve this.
(off to the gun show tomorrow and get a Glock 27, Baretta PX4 Storm Sub Compact or a Springfield XD Essential).
Problem solved.:r

[Ender]

I got myself in a bind this week.
Ordered a bunch of ammo, to include .40 caliber.
Problem lies with me having a .380, 9mm, .45 and AR for firearms.
As you can see, I don't list owning a .40

I approached my wife and explained to her that as the problem solver I am, I quickly figured out how to resolve this.
(off to the gun show tomorrow and get a Glock 27, Baretta PX4 Storm Sub Compact or a Springfield XD Essential).
Problem solved.:r

No think tank needed here. :tu

[jluck]

I got myself in a bind this week.
Ordered a bunch of ammo, to include .40 caliber.
Problem lies with me having a .380, 9mm, .45 and AR for firearms.
As you can see, I don't list owning a .40

I approached my wife and explained to her that as the problem solver I am, I quickly figured out how to resolve this.
(off to the gun show tomorrow and get a Glock 27, Baretta PX4 Storm Sub Compact or a Springfield XD Essential).
Problem solved.:r

I often buy ammo for a gun I don't have yet.....I'm glad too see another who thinks alike. I even bought up some .50 BMG before the price hike....:hm

[Blueface]

Me stupid? Maybe. Dumb? Never!

Went to show, bought 9mm instead of .40 I went looking for.
I had three in mind and immediately ruled out the Springfield and the Baretta as much bulkier than I want for South Florida weather concealed carry.
While I am a big Glock fan, the 27 is also bigger than what I sought.
Almost as I was ready to leave, I pass by the last vendor who had a massive set up and took up 25% of this large building.
There I saw and picked up S&W M&P Shield in 9 mm.
Guy talked me out of .40 due to recoil.
What a great feeling gun. Perfect for what I need for concealed.
As hard as this gun is to find, was surprised to see it there for such a great price.

Why not dumb? I still need that .40 pistol.:r

[big a]

The shield Looks like a great gun for carry. I'm interested to hear how you like to carry it and how it does at the range. What kind of holster are you going with?

[Blueface]

The shield Looks like a great gun for carry. I'm interested to hear how you like to carry it and how it does at the range. What kind of holster are you going with?

Got two.
Picked up a cheapo with clip for either inside or outside pants and then picked up a Don Hume that is made for Glock 27 but seems to fit it fine.
Nice reddish brown leather holster.

May shoot it tomorrow. Will let you know.
It just feels amazing in my hands.

[big a]

Got two.
Picked up a cheapo with clip for either inside or outside pants and then picked up a Don Hume that is made for Glock 27 but seems to fit it fine.
Nice reddish brown leather holster.

May shoot it tomorrow. Will let you know.
It just feels amazing in my hands.
Nice, I still haven't seen one in person yet. The first two months when they came out I went looking for one an everywhere was sold out. I ended up with an lcp for the back pocket carry instead.

[Blueface]

Nice, I still haven't seen one in person yet. The first two months when they came out I went looking for one an everywhere was sold out. I ended up with an lcp for the back pocket carry instead.

Ironic.
I got this to alternate with my LCP, to have something close in size and comfort but with more punch without the recoil.
BTW, I changed my spring on my LCP from standard 9lb to a Wolf 11 lb and what's difference it has made in reduced recoil. Just a tad harder on the slide pull but well worth the $8.
I highly recommend it. I also got the 12 lb but haven't tried that one yet to compare.

[big a]

Ironic.
I got this to alternate with my LCP, to have something close in size and comfort but with more punch without the recoil.
BTW, I changed my spring on my LCP from standard 9lb to a Wolf 11 lb and what's difference it has made in reduced recoil. Just a tad harder on the slide pull but well worth the $8.
I highly recommend it. I also got the 12 lb but haven't tried that one yet to compare.

Interesting as I have an issue with the recoil. I have large hands and can only get a finger and a half on the grip. I did get the mag extension to help. I will have to try out one of the springs. Which wallet holster did you go with? I'm considering a new one.

[Blueface]

Interesting as I have an issue with the recoil. I have large hands and can only get a finger and a half on the grip. I did get the mag extension to help. I will have to try out one of the springs. Which wallet holster did you go with? I'm considering a new one.

I use this one.
$49.95 and truly well made. Looks just like a wallet. Set up like a flap that gives way to th holster as you draw.

http://shop.talontraininggroup.com/Ruger-LCP-Wallet-Holster-LCPWH.htm

[Blueface]

I also use this one at times.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=180869406675&ssPageName=ADME:L:OC:US:3160

[Blueface]

Spring.
FYI, standard on LCP is 9lb.

http://www.gunsprings.com/index.cfm?page=items&cID=1&mID=52

[Blueface]

Shield in Don Hume.
Couple of quick crappy photos.

http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s167/cmach_photo/ea468466.jpg

http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s167/cmach_photo/9836b3f8.jpg

[Blueface]

This is how thin this gun is.

http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s167/cmach_photo/fa3542c1.jpg

Better quality photo.

http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s167/cmach_photo/f44c40e6.jpg

Off to range shortly to shoot it.
Really happy with purchase.

[big a]

Off to range shortly to shoot it.
Really happy with purchase.

How did you like it at the range?

[pektel]

I prefer not to post pics of my firearms online. The proverbial "ace in the hole" as it were. :D

[Blueface]

How did you like it at the range?

Son and I both enjoyed it very much.
Shot it at 20' and 25'
Quite accurate.
Truly a pleasure to shoot with very minimal recoil likely due to fact although small and thin, it carries some nice weight.
Also very comfortable inside the pants with holster.
Highly recommend this gun.

[Blueface]

I prefer not to post pics of my firearms online. The proverbial "ace in the hole" as it were. :D

Thanks for the review.

[elderboy02]

My boss asked me to "Get Rid" of 3 old laptops for him. I told him that I would do that. I took the laptops up to my land this past weekend. Lets see what a 12ga shotgun will do to them :):

Laptop 1:

http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z282/elderboy02/2012-07-29_13-35-10_491.jpg

Laptop 2:

http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z282/elderboy02/2012-07-29_13-42-14_435.jpg

Laptop 3:

http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z282/elderboy02/2012-07-29_13-49-50_281.jpg

http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z282/elderboy02/2012-07-29_13-52-26_84.jpg

[Blueface]

No personal information security concerns there.:D

[357]

Dan, you should start a data destruction company. The fees will more than cover the ammo, plus you might be able to scrap any leftover metal. :r

[elderboy02]

Dan, you should start a data destruction company. The fees will more than cover the ammo, plus you might be able to scrap any leftover metal. :r

Awesome idea! :tu

[Commander Quan]

Today's pickup. Sig 226 Navy 9mm

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u224/comanderquan/B%20and%20B/Sig226Navy.jpg

[Blueface]

Today's pickup. Sig 226 Navy 9mm

http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u224/comanderquan/B%20and%20B/Sig226Navy.jpg

Nice!!!
Have yet to fire a Sig but won't be long at the rate I am going.
Let us know how it shoots.

[MurphysLaw]

Nice!!!
Have yet to fire a Sig but won't be long at the rate I am going.
Let us know how it shoots.

Let me know when to meet you at the range, I have a P229 .40 you can try out :D

[Blueface]

Let me know when to meet you at the range, I have a P229 .40 you can try out :D

You shoot?
And your wife makes awesome pastels de guayaba?
I'll marry both of you.:r

[MurphysLaw]

You shoot?
And your wife makes awesome pastels de guayaba?
I'll marry both of you.:r

:lr I have a "few" guns and I'm way overdue for some range time; and I'll bring the pastelitos when we herf at your place :tu

[bonjing]

A must watch for anyone relying on mini safes to keep their guns from children. The video shows how easily a person can open up one of the small safes/containers.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=D2Wzt0vJvOI#!

[TJarv]

A must watch for anyone relying on mini safes to keep their guns from children. The video shows how easily a person can open up one of the small safes/containers.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=D2Wzt0vJvOI#!

Scary watching how easy those were to open

[Commander Quan]

I went out and shot the Sig this afternoon. It didn't suck. :banger

[Bax]

http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p78/bauxyeux/DSC_0400.jpg
Here's a pic of the new Beretta Storm 40 cal along with my 357 and my fathers old 45.

[Ranger_B]

Thats a nice looking 45.

[Cigarcop]

I just finished up two builds in .308 both are identical except for the stocks, These are gifts for my son Cole and Godson Zach prior to this years hunting season. Heres a few pics of Coles.

First truing up the action

http://i800.photobucket.com/albums/yy281/cigarcop/AJig-1.jpg

http://i800.photobucket.com/albums/yy281/cigarcop/true2.jpg

Dialing in the Chamber

http://i800.photobucket.com/albums/yy281/cigarcop/IMG_0168.jpg

Facing off the tennon to length after threading it

http://i800.photobucket.com/albums/yy281/cigarcop/IMG_0169.jpg

one of me of course!!

http://i800.photobucket.com/albums/yy281/cigarcop/IMG_0171.jpg

[Cigarcop]

Now onto pillar bedding the actions into the stocks and some minor milling for clean up

http://i800.photobucket.com/albums/yy281/cigarcop/colesbedjob.jpg

http://i800.photobucket.com/albums/yy281/cigarcop/colesbedjob2.jpg

The rifle all assembled, I just need to Cerakote the metal work

http://i800.photobucket.com/albums/yy281/cigarcop/IMG_0260.jpg

and a 3 shot group at 100 Yrds to make sure it went Boom!

http://i800.photobucket.com/albums/yy281/cigarcop/colestarget.jpg

[elderboy02]

Very cool! :tu

[bonjing]

Wow!

[Cigarcop]

Thanks guys, Heres a pic of Zachs rifle and target...unfortunately I shanked the last shot a bit left but still not bad!!

http://i800.photobucket.com/albums/yy281/cigarcop/Zachsrifle.jpg

http://i800.photobucket.com/albums/yy281/cigarcop/zachstarget.jpg

[Blueface]

That is amazing!!!

[big a]

Those are some very nice builds up there. Very jealous!

I'm very new to the ar world but found this one local for what seems to be a good price. Any input on the parts used or anything to watch out for? Just looking for something to take out a couple time a year, nothing crazy.

"Ar15 Plum Crazy complete polymer lower- Upper is custom built from jsesurples.com, Flat top M4 upper, 5.56/.223, 16 inch BD chormoly 1:9 twist barrel, yhm phantom flash hider, Utg removable carry handle, utg 2pc quad rail hand guards, Miltary style grip pod, and comes with one 30rd mag"

[Woodey]

http://i666.photobucket.com/albums/vv30/woodey123/retro4.jpg
http://i666.photobucket.com/albums/vv30/woodey123/photo16.jpg
A little Retro 80% action

[themoneycollector]

very cool pics Keith, thanks for sharing

[LockOut]

id love to learn to me a smith. That looks awesome.

[bonjing]

One of these days I'm going to have to learn to shoot long range.

[awsmith4]

id love to learn to me a smith. That looks awesome.

Being a Smith is awesome...I bet building guns is too. Nice builds Steve!

[Cigarcop]

Being a Smith is awesome...I bet building guns is too. Nice builds Steve!

I had to read that twice Albert, then I got it!! buts who's Steve!!!:r:r

[Steve]

I just finished up two builds in .308 both are identical except for the stocks, These are gifts for my son Cole and Godson Zach prior to this years hunting season. Heres a few pics of Coles.

:banger:banger

[CigarSquid]

Not my first, but my newest and 2nd firearm.

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y139/niSssEanR/IMAG0315.jpg

[jluck]

Sweet pistol, Garry.:tu

[LockOut]

Being a Smith is awesome...I bet building guns is too. Nice builds Steve!

10 Internets to you sir.

[Catfish]

Love it, Love it, Love it.

http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/picture.php?albumid=206&pictureid=3119

[awsmith4]

I had to read that twice Albert, then I got it!! buts who's Steve!!!:r:r

Keith, I was just informing Steve what nice builds you had done :D

My bad brother I ought to proof read before I post. Again, great job:tu

[CigarSquid]

What are your opinions on some good range ammo for 9mm..

[theonlybear4CORT]

Walmart wwb( winchester white box) also pmc ammo.

[TJarv]

A picture of me shooting one of my favorite guns last winter
http://i1171.photobucket.com/albums/r552/TJarv/DSC_2150.jpg

[CigarSquid]

Walmart wwb( winchester white box) also pmc ammo.

I was using the WWB for my .40.. Was just seeing if something else was out there.. Never heard of PMC, or I just haven't paid attention to it.

[TJarv]

What are your opinions on some good range ammo for 9mm..

I always just go for whats cheapest

[Mikepd]

If you are looking for range ammo for getting used to your gun and how it fires and dialing it in, I would suggest what you would regularly load in it. Shooting a different ammo at the range than you would use regularly is like practice batting with a different bat than you would use in a ball game.

[CigarSquid]

So you the hollow points I plan on keeping in it?

Totally makes sense Mikepd, 110%

How much can a different ammo affec the shot? To someone like me who has maybe 500 rounds of firing on me.

[TJarv]

So you the hollow points I plan on keeping in it?

Totally makes sense Mikepd, 110%

How much can a different ammo affec the shot? To someone like me who has maybe 500 rounds of firing on me.

The accuracy of a low end ammo compared to high end ammo can be pretty substantial sometimes.

[CigarSquid]

OK.. Accuracy is the main thing? Any other things I should consider?

[TJarv]

Since the gun is new to you I would focus on becoming very familiar with the gun first

I like to be able to put my weapon into battery without looking at it. If your in a low light situation, or get into a conflict you wont have time to look at the gun

[CigarSquid]

Got ya.. That is my main part too.. This is a smaller gun than I had before. I want to shot way more than I did with the other one. I want to carry this gun, so I want to know it inside and out...

[TJarv]

Got ya.. That is my main part too.. This is a smaller gun than I had before. I want to shot way more than I did with the other one. I want to carry this gun, so I want to know it inside and out...

If you're going to carry it you should also look into a nice concealment holster and practice your draw pretty frequently

[Catfish]

Unless you plan on reloading or loading your own rounds, using only carry ammo when you practice is going to start hurting your bank account badly, very quickly.

My wife and I average 300 rounds per practice session. I buy quality 180gr. FMJ practice ammo from Bass Pro Shops at approx. $18 per box of 50. Total with shipping, around $125.

If I was to maintain the same level of practice with my carry ammo (Speer Gold Dot 165gr. JHP), at $25 per box of 20, the average cost of ammunition alone per practice session would be: $375 before shipping.

I've always maintained that a good amount of practice per week is 100 rounds down range. 150 per person per session makes the trip worthwhile and not to mention: Shooting stuff is fun! $400 a week in ammo costs alone would make that impossible.

However, granting the above points... My wife and I BOTH put 1 (16 rounds) magazine of carry ammo down range per trip in order to keep the additional recoil and other factors in mind.

Oh, I also HIGHLY recommend Snap Caps. An EXCELLENT tool for practicing malfunction drills when at home or at the range.

Another reason I love the Springfield XDM. The tactile loaded chamber and cocked firing pin indicators. As long as you can feel the indicators, light or night, you know if your weapon is ready for action.

I hope all this made sense.

[CigarSquid]

Snap cap? The fake ammo?

[Catfish]

Snap cap? The fake ammo?

Yup. Love them. They are absolutely an essential part of my range loadout.

[CigarSquid]

I thought about but then yesterday... Wasn't exactly sure on what to do. I'll have to research it.

[Catfish]

Also, on the point of practice ammo. I used to find completely blank, white cardboard boxes of ammo at my local gun store. Extremely cheap, too. I disregarded them as probably crap. Boy was I mistaken. I finally asked the guy behind the counter and he told me they were unmarked boxes of Federal FMJ. Like $5 cheaper per box! I was still skeptical until he opened a box. Even had nickel plated casings! When you see a deal, it definitely pays to at least inquire.

Practice ammo i buy: Winchester, American Eagle, PMC, Federal white box when I can find it.

http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/picture.php?albumid=206&pictureid=7219

[CigarSquid]

Great info. Thanks!

I am hitting the range today.. First time shooting the LC9!

[Catfish]

Lookin' forward to a report. :tu

[CigarSquid]

Me too. :D:D

[theonlybear4CORT]

Pmc 115gr fmj 50rd Box for $10.49

http://www.natchezss.com/Ammo.cfm?contentID=productDetail&brand=PM&prodID=PM9A&prodTitle=PMC%209mm%20Luger%20115gr%20FMJ%20Bronze %2050/Box

[CigarSquid]

Might have to snag a few of those up

[Catfish]

Pmc 115gr fmj 50rd Box for $10.49

http://www.natchezss.com/Ammo.cfm?contentID=productDetail&brand=PM&prodID=PM9A&prodTitle=PMC%209mm%20Luger%20115gr%20FMJ%20Bronze %2050/Box

Thanks for the lead on another ammo site!! :tu

[Steve]

If you are looking for range ammo for getting used to your gun and how it fires and dialing it in, I would suggest what you would regularly load in it. Shooting a different ammo at the range than you would use regularly is like practice batting with a different bat than you would use in a ball game.

I had this same discussion on another board.


Unless you plan on reloading or loading your own rounds, using only carry ammo when you practice is going to start hurting your bank account badly, very quickly.

My wife and I average 300 rounds per practice session. I buy quality 180gr. FMJ practice ammo from Bass Pro Shops at approx. $18 per box of 50. Total with shipping, around $125.

If I was to maintain the same level of practice with my carry ammo (Speer Gold Dot 165gr. JHP), at $25 per box of 20, the average cost of ammunition alone per practice session would be: $375 before shipping.

I've always maintained that a good amount of practice per week is 100 rounds down range. 150 per person per session makes the trip worthwhile and not to mention: Shooting stuff is fun! $400 a week in ammo costs alone would make that impossible.

However, granting the above points... My wife and I BOTH put 1 (16 rounds) magazine of carry ammo down range per trip in order to keep the additional recoil and other factors in mind.

Oh, I also HIGHLY recommend Snap Caps. An EXCELLENT tool for practicing malfunction drills when at home or at the range.

Another reason I love the Springfield XDM. The tactile loaded chamber and cocked firing pin indicators. As long as you can feel the indicators, light or night, you know if your weapon is ready for action.

I hope all this made sense.

Agreed!

[CigarSquid]

LC9 is awesome! Love the way it feels and shoots. I feel much better with this gun than the Sigma .40 I had.

Not a big shooting day but we(wife and I) put 100 rounds through it. I need to get at least 2 more mag's for it.. Will make it faster to shoot at the range and less time consuming.

Overall, right now, I am VERY please with this purchase. Good money spent, I think!

[TJarv]

LC9 is awesome! Love the way it feels and shoots. I feel much better with this gun than the Sigma .40 I had.

Not a big shooting day but we(wife and I) put 100 rounds through it. I need to get at least 2 more mag's for it.. Will make it faster to shoot at the range and less time consuming.

Overall, right now, I am VERY please with this purchase. Good money spent, I think!

That's important, you have to feel comfortable with the guns you shoot

[CigarSquid]

That's important, you have to feel comfortable with the guns you shoot

Feel way more comfortable then I did with the sigma.

[TJarv]

How was the recoil with the LC9?

I've been a little interested in one

[CigarSquid]

Not as bad as I thought it would be for how small and light it is.. Compared to the .40, a little less.

[Commander Quan]

Not a big shooting day but we(wife and I) put 100 rounds through it. I need to get at least 2 more mag's for it.. Will make it faster to shoot at the range and less time consuming.

Pick up a Uplula. It makes reloading mags much faster. You can reload a 15 round mag in less than a minute.

[Ncpsycho]

That's important, you have to feel comfortable with the guns you shoot

I had a Sigma .40 it just felt cheap and not well made when fired.....

[jluck]

I had a Sigma .40 it just felt cheap and not well made when fired.....

I have had a couple also(trade In's).One of the worst guns I have fired.(I also hate the .40 round in general) It's a shame Smith put there name on it.

[Blueface]

I had a Sigma .40 it just felt cheap and not well made when fired.....

Never shot the .40 but I enjoy shooting my nine.
It is certainly not my Glock 21.
It is certainly not my M&P Shield (by the way, probably the best nine sub compact for me).
What it is...........a great intro gun at a fraction of the cost of the other two I list.
I have put around 600-700 rounds through it, flawlessly, no jams. For $300, no way you can go wrong with it.
I think as long as placed in the proper comparison category (as long as one is not buying a Chevy and expecting a Cadillac) it is a good "bang" for the buck gun.

[smitty81]

I have $400.00 to put towards some type of gun. I am not sure what I want.

I want something that will hold it's value......IE. GLOCK

I know $400.00 won't buy anything really, I will probably throw in another $200.00 to make $600.00.

Here are some guns I am thinking of buying.


Subcompact 357. Sig for future CCW.
http://www.glock.hu/glockphp/images/articles/G33.jpg


Ruger SR9C, also for future CCW. Need to look at these a bit deeper.
http://www.ruger.com/products/sr9c/images/3313.jpg

Ruger Vaquero in 357. Mag. These do NOT hold their value and have a small market.
http://www.ruger.com/products/vaqueroBisley/images/5130.jpg


Rossi ranch hand in either 44 mag or 38/357. Just something fun.
http://www.rossiusa.com/images/imagesMain/Ranch_Hand_2.jpg



With that said...............has anyone ever shot a 357 Sig?
I have no expierence with the 357 Sig.

[bonjing]

Expensive round. Fun to shoot!!! I have a 229 in 40 with a 357sig barrel and I love shooting it. Last time I heard Alameda SO was still using it. Not sure how fun it would be shooting it out of a subcompact though.

[smitty81]

Expensive round. Fun to shoot!!! I have a 229 in 40 with a 357sig barrel and I love shooting it. Last time I heard Alameda SO was still using it. Not sure how fun it would be shooting it out of a subcompact though.

Yea, i'm not to sure about it yet. I have heard it's a cannon.

I had a G30, subcompact .45 glock. That thing was like shooting a small frame revolver in 44. Mag.

I want something that won't be to crazy.

[Pilon]

i got my eye on a Kimber Ultra Carry .45

[TJarv]

Josh my vote is for the vaquero

[Catfish]

i got my eye on a Kimber Ultra Carry .45

I was preferable to the Tac Pro 2.

http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/picture.php?albumid=206&pictureid=7224

4in. Steel slide
lightweight, full sized frame
bevelled mag well
ambidextrous safety
night sights
checking in all the right places

[smitty81]

Josh my vote is for the vaquero

I had a vaquero once. It isn't the same model as what I am looking at now.

I really liked it but a couple of things really bugged me about it.

#1. is that it's not made strong enough to handle the hot loads that use to be shot in the older vaqueros.

#2. They do not hold their value at all. I had the gun for about a year, never shot it. I think I paid $575-$625 for it brand new. When I went to sell it, all the more I could get out of it was $475-$500 even though it was BRAND NEW.
I was told there just isn't a market for them anymore. People are looking to buy semi autos more now.

If I bought this one, I would likely shoot it and hang onto this one though. This one has a flatter hammer. I really like the feel of the vaqueros.

[357]

i got my eye on a Kimber Ultra Carry .45

Check out the CDP. Love that melted look finish. Available in all three sizes, ambi thumb safety and night-sites are standard.

[jluck]

#2. They do not hold their value at all. I had the gun for about a year, never shot it. I think I paid $575-$625 for it brand new. When I went to sell it, all the more I could get out of it was $475-$500 even though it was BRAND NEW.
I was told there just isn't a market for them anymore. People are looking to buy semi autos more now.
.

I don't think I would use this as a precedence. one will only lose money on guns they chose to sell for less than paid(yes I have done it). It sounds like said buyer had talking(buying) skills, you paid too much in the first place or you were trying to sell/trade it to a gun shop. Buy right, sell right or hold 'em.:2

[smitty81]

I don't think I would use this as a precedence. one will only lose money on guns they chose to sell for less than paid(yes I have done it). It sounds like said buyer had talking(buying) skills, you paid too much in the first place or you were trying to sell/trade it to a gun shop. Buy right, sell right or hold 'em.:2

There is a very small market for cowboy style revolvers now days.

I tried to sell this gun for over a year to lots of people and all over the internet and I think I settled on $550.00

I did not over pay, I looked at and priced them for quite a while before I actually bought it. $625 was the going rate when I bought mine.

Even now, they are selling for $625 new I believe. It's all how Ruger has the initial price set.

My advise, get a good used one. Stay away from a new one because I guarantee you will lose money 9/10 times.:2

[jluck]

There is a very small market for cowboy style revolvers now days.

I tried to sell this gun for over a year to lots of people and all over the internet and I think I settled on $550.00

I did not over pay, I looked at and priced them for quite a while before I actually bought it. $625 was the going rate when I bought mine.

Even now, they are selling for $625 new I believe. It's all how Ruger has the initial price set.

My advise, get a good used one. Stay away from a new one because I guarantee you will lose money 9/10 times.:2

Yep, sounds like a gun to not buy in the first place especially if one is not going to shoot it. If I get a chance I will get dealer price later just too see how much retail mark up is. I can often wait for specials and get near half price of MSRP on anything that's not the new hot item.

[Blueface]

Yep, sounds like a gun to not buy in the first place especially if one is not going to shoot it. If I get a chance I will get dealer price later just too see how much retail mark up is. I can often wait for specials and get near half price of MSRP on anything that's not the new hot item.

He didn't do that bad at all.
This place to me has the np best prices in the land.
They have it at $578.
http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/57360/Ruger+6+Shot+357+Rem.+Mag+Bisley+Vaquero5.5%22+Bar relHigh+Gl

[smitty81]

Yep, sounds like a gun to not buy in the first place especially if one is not going to shoot it. If I get a chance I will get dealer price later just too see how much retail mark up is. I can often wait for specials and get near half price of MSRP on anything that's not the new hot item.

I would be interested to see what dealer cost is.............

[smitty81]

He didn't do that bad at all.
This place to me has the np best prices in the land.
They have it at $578.
http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/57360/Ruger+6+Shot+357+Rem.+Mag+Bisley+Vaquero5.5%22+Bar relHigh+Gl

This is the actual model I had.

http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/21_49_118/products_id/14324

I bought it new about 3-4 years ago I think. Price on it now is cheaper........

Just goes to show they DID NOT hold their value.

[jluck]

This is the actual model I had.

http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/21_49_118/products_id/14324

I bought it new about 3-4 years ago I think. Price on it now is cheaper........

Just goes to show they DID NOT hold their value.

What model do you want me to price check then? Was your gun a new model then? I know that was a high point in SASS, single action revolvers were getting good money.(hype)
Theres always bad choices available in firearm buying and this sounds like one of them.My point was you don't loose money until you sell for less than you pay.
Buy right, sell right or hold 'em.

[smitty81]

What model do you want me to price check then? Was your gun a new model then? I know that was a high point in SASS, single action revolvers were getting good money.(hype)
Theres always bad choices available in firearm buying and this sounds like one of them.My point was you don't loose money until you sell for less than you pay.
Buy right, sell right or hold 'em.

It won't matter to check now, the prices have obviously changed.

When I bought the gun, I believe it had been out for a year or so.

How was I supposed to know it was a bad choice?

They were new, no one knew they would plummet in interest and price.

[Blueface]

It won't matter to check now, the prices have obviously changed.

When I bought the gun, I believe it had been out for a year or so.

How was I supposed to know it was a bad choice?

They were new, no one knew they would plummet in interest and price.

For me, the only bad choice is to not get it.:D
Like many things in life, get what you want, when you want it, if you can, enjoy it and when you sell it, as with most things in life, you may likely get less than you paid for it.
Look at the M&P Shield and Springfield XDs.
Folks are paying as much as $200 over suggested retail on Gunbroker.com and Bud's auctions. Heck if they will ever recover that once supply catches up and the hype goes down and they drop well below MSRP.
If you view a gun as a car as opposed to gold, you will never be disappointed and may actually be pleasantly surprised when selling it.
Basically, you shouldn't have any regrets.

For investment, let's all get Anaconda's or Python. Man I really want one.

[Brian D.]

Like to own carry guns in pairs. It took a little saving up (and the sale of another 9mm autoloader) but I now own a second Springfield Armory EMP. Wasn't really looking but when a shop has a low-miles used one--pretty much unfired best I could tell--and the price is right, well that's why I try to carry swapping material or extra cash when there's a gunshop along the road I'm traveling.

[elderboy02]

Like to own carry guns in pairs. It took a little saving up (and the sale of another 9mm autoloader) but I now own a second Springfield Armory EMP. Wasn't really looking but when a shop has a low-miles used one--pretty much unfired best I could tell--and the price is right, well that's why I try to carry swapping material or extra cash when there's a gunshop along the road I'm traveling.

Nice Brian! :tu

[smitty81]

Like to own carry guns in pairs. It took a little saving up (and the sale of another 9mm autoloader) but I now own a second Springfield Armory EMP. Wasn't really looking but when a shop has a low-miles used one--pretty much unfired best I could tell--and the price is right, well that's why I try to carry swapping material or extra cash when there's a gunshop along the road I'm traveling.

Why not just make up a parts kit? It would be a lot cheaper.:2

[Brian D.]

Why not just make up a parts kit? It would be a lot cheaper.:2

Murphy's Law of Shootin' Irons says that when something breaks on a firearm you will NOT have the correct parts with you, and/or all the tools needed to do the repairs.

Seriously, from years of attending matches and other recreational shooting on road trips, that's been my experience. Heck it's even been known to happen closer to home. But never while at a store/range that had the exact part needed in stock.

[smitty81]

Murphy's Law of Shootin' Irons says that when something breaks on a firearm you will NOT have the correct parts with you, and/or all the tools needed to do the repairs.

Seriously, from years of attending matches and other recreational shooting on road trips, that's been my experience. Heck it's even been known to happen closer to home. But never while at a store/range that had the exact part needed in stock.

Thats the beauty of my GLOCKS. Parts are ample, simple to replace, interchangeable between models.

Quite easy for me to have a small kit on stand by and know that I will have anything I need to fix it. Only tool needed is a small punch.

The slide or frame itself would literally have to break before I'm not able to fix it.

There is only a handful of parts you would even need to carry for a glock really.

[Blueface]

Thats the beauty of my GLOCKS. Parts are ample, simple to replace, interchangeable between models.

Quite easy for me to have a small kit on stand by and know that I will have anything I need to fix it. Only tool needed is a small punch.

The slide or frame itself would literally have to break before I'm not able to fix it.

There is only a handful of parts you would even need to carry for a glock really.

I can't say enough about how much I love my Glock 21.
If it breaks, or I run out of ammo, just throw it at them and will likely kill them.:D

[Bax]

Here's a shot I made at 100 yards with my .357, of course I only hit it once out of 6 but it was still a good one :D
http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p78/bauxyeux/jackalope.jpg

[TJarv]

Here's a shot I made at 100 yards with my .357, of course I only hit it once out of 6 but it was still a good one :D
http://i125.photobucket.com/albums/p78/bauxyeux/jackalope.jpg

That's a nice looking .357

[Bax]

That's a nice looking .357

Thanks, it's going on 20 years old. Still shoots like a dream.

[aich75013]

I went to the range yesterday for the first time ever.
http://i1021.photobucket.com/albums/af335/aich75013/range/32EC7A4D-C0C2-4D52-98F1-EDF818F27A15-2659-000001F97EF228D7.jpg
H&K P30 at 15 yards.
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[Blueface]

Nice group.

Did you find your first time at the range to result in an addiction?:D
I was instantly hooked.

[jluck]

I'm guessing you don't like the number 9! :D

[Commander Quan]

Are you a recent transplant to Texas? I was under the impression that Texans were taught to shoot and BBQ before they learned how to talk.

[SNKBYT]

anyone got a lead on a Airrow Stealth?
http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z20/CSMMH07/stealth-Airrow-Gun.jpg

[aich75013]

I enjoyed it. I've always been kinda shy of guns because of the accidents that can happen. Especially since I have kids. I figured the best thing was to learn the proper way to handle a gun. I went with my friend who is a LEO so he could teach me the right way to handle a gun. The wifeis gonna come with me next time.
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[hscmit]

good to do things the right way

[md4958]

I enjoyed it. I've always been kinda shy of guns because of the accidents that can happen. Especially since I have kids. I figured the best thing was to learn the proper way to handle a gun. I went with my friend who is a LEO so he could teach me the right way to handle a gun. The wifeis gonna come with me next time.
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Very prudent decisions youre making here. I insisted that my wife get take the course and get her LTC. If we are going to have guns in the house, she needs to know how to use them... and feel comfortable doing so.

[jluck]

anyone got a lead on a Airrow Stealth?
http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z20/CSMMH07/stealth-Airrow-Gun.jpg

http://www.swivelmachine.com/html/stealthpl.htm

[newcigarz]

On Carlos's recommendation, I went and shot this today. Loved it and will be getting one soon. :tu

T

http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s167/cmach_photo/f44c40e6.jpg

[SNKBYT]

http://www.swivelmachine.com/html/stealthpl.htm
I knew the site...............was wondering if anyone had one :D

[jluck]

I knew the site...............was wondering if anyone had one :D

I don't have one YET....

[smitty81]

"Pulled the trigger" on a new subcompact G33 357. Sig.

Should be here today I think.............

This will probably be my CCW.

[newcigarz]

Got to send some rounds downrange with Blueface today. :tu



http://www.fototime.com/F3720BBB76CB326/large.jpg

[Blueface]

Got to send some rounds downrange with Blueface today. :tu



http://www.fototime.com/F3720BBB76CB326/large.jpg

Ha!!!!
I know that guy.
Frankly, you captured his best side!!!:r

You have failed to tell folks here the best part of your trip.
A Glock 19 and a Shield 9mm waiting for you to bring them home.
Are their rooms painted and ready?:D
What a great deed to adopt those homeless gems.

[newcigarz]

I blame Carlos. :D

http://www.fototime.com/8D5D4206D3FE771/large.jpg

[TJarv]

Good looking M&P

[Robulous78]

anyone know of a well priced .357 magnum revolver for CCW?

Looking for something $400 or less....

[MurphysLaw]

anyone know of a well priced .357 magnum revolver for CCW?

Looking for something $400 or less....

Check out the Taurus 605 had one for a few years, had to sell it, I'd buy another if I find a deal.

[SNKBYT]

anyone know of a well priced .357 magnum revolver for CCW?

Looking for something $400 or less....

RUGER SP101
http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z48/Bronxbomber4ever/TeleTest019.jpg

[Mikepd]

I blame Carlos. :D

http://www.fototime.com/8D5D4206D3FE771/large.jpg

Hows the Shield feel and shoot as compared to the M&P 9 and M&P 9- compact?

[dilespla]

Not my first gun, but my first 1911. My first was a Daisy BB gun when I was 5 or so.

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b377/dilespla/Guns/1911%20Refinish/_8040149.jpg

[newcigarz]

Hows the Shield feel and shoot as compared to the M&P 9 and M&P 9- compact?

I really liked it a lot.
I haven't shot the 9 compact, but I shot the M&P Standard and Pro. I love the size and weight of the shield.

[theonlybear4CORT]

Not my first gun, but my first 1911. My first was a Daisy BB gun when I was 5 or so.

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b377/dilespla/Guns/1911%20Refinish/_8040149.jpg

Love that black stainless SA!

[bonjing]

Nice!

[theonlybear4CORT]

http://i1198.photobucket.com/albums/aa450/Dickhurts707/photo-1.jpg

[bonjing]

Nice Mike!

What's the little metal thing in the strap under the trigger guard?

[Zane]

:2Nice Mike!

What's the little metal thing in the strap under the trigger guard?

A .45 round.... Or it looks like it.

[theonlybear4CORT]

Correct it's the ranger-T that I took out of the chamber to take the picture.

[Zane]

Correct it's the ranger-T that I took out of the chamber to take the picture.

Love the 1911. Was the first handgun I fired as an adult.

[DrDubzz]

Is that the Rush 24? How do you like it?

[Mentallyrechartd]

RUGER SP101
http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z48/Bronxbomber4ever/TeleTest019.jpg

+1 decent ccw size, unbeatable price and easy to handle:tu

[theonlybear4CORT]

It's the 72. I really like it alot! I used it as my carry on to Cancun and I fit a whole weeks worth of clothes in it.

[emopunker2004]

Ok here's the AR build list:

Adams Arms Piston Upper OR Stag DI upper
Spikes Tactical "Punisher" Stripped Lower
Magpul BUS
PSA LPK with Magpul MOE Grip
Magpul CTR or STR stock.

Future add-ons:
Quadrail front end
Vert Grip
Aimpoint PRO

Can't wait. 2 more days of OT til I have the $ for the upper. :D

[jluck]

Ok here's the AR build list:

Adams Arms Piston Upper OR Stag DI upper
Spikes Tactical "Punisher" Stripped Lower
Magpul BUS
PSA LPK with Magpul MOE Grip
Magpul CTR or STR stock.

Future add-ons:
Quadrail front end
Vert Grip
Aimpoint PRO

Can't wait. 2 more days of OT til I have the $ for the upper. :D

Add a good trigger to that list.

[RevSmoke]

Recently traded in my Smith & Wesson .40 for this.

http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj152/RevSmoke/DSC_0107.jpg

http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj152/RevSmoke/DSC_0106.jpg

I shoot this one much better.

[kickerb]

Recently traded in my Smith & Wesson .40 for this.

http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj152/RevSmoke/DSC_0107.jpg

http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj152/RevSmoke/DSC_0106.jpg

I shoot this one much better.

That is the RTF version of the Glock right? I really liked that look. Do they still make that? Or is it a thing of that past?

[emopunker2004]

Add a good trigger to that list.

Eh stock trigger will be fine. It's going to be a house/defense gun. Most I'd do for the trigger is the Spikes Battle Trigger.

I want an AK too but my department will only let us use 5.56/.223 AR-15 for the rifle class and such. Gonna get some free training out of this, Patrol Rifle class, night shoot class, and active shooter class. :D

[Digs]

That is the RTF version of the Glock right? I really liked that look. Do they still make that? Or is it a thing of that past?

No, the RTF or gen 3.5 was uncomfortable so they pulled the plug. I do like the crescent shaped slide grasping groves.

[jluck]

Eh stock trigger will be fine. It's going to be a house/defense gun. Most I'd do for the trigger is the Spikes Battle Trigger.

I want an AK too but my department will only let us use 5.56/.223 AR-15 for the rifle class and such. Gonna get some free training out of this, Patrol Rifle class, night shoot class, and active shooter class. :D

As long as you know what the mil-spec trigger is like and are good with it. I don't like them.:tu

[cigarcuts]

Holy Hell. A lot of people own assault rifles

[emopunker2004]

As long as you know what the mil-spec trigger is like and are good with it. I don't like them.:tu

I had one on my first AR build(sold that rifle to a co-worker a long time ago)
I don't mind it. I'll pick up the spikes battle trigger eventually

[emopunker2004]

Holy Hell. A lot of people own assault rifles

Thanks for the review

[BC-Axeman]

Holy Hell. A lot of people own assault rifles
To me, it's not an assault rifle unless it's full auto and shoots small caliber rifle ammo.

[emopunker2004]

To me, it's not an assault rifle unless it's full auto and shoots small caliber rifle ammo.

Yep. It's just a rifle. Period.

[RevSmoke]

That is the RTF version of the Glock right? I really liked that look. Do they still make that? Or is it a thing of that past?

No, the RTF or gen 3.5 was uncomfortable so they pulled the plug. I do like the crescent shaped slide grasping groves.

Don't know if it is a thing of the past or not. Do believe it is the RTF version though I am not sure if it is gen 3.5 or gen 4. How does one tell?

As for uncomfortable? Wow! I liked it because it was more comfortable than my S&W.

Peace of the Lord be with you.

[RevSmoke]

Don't know if it is a thing of the past or not. Do believe it is the RTF version though I am not sure if it is gen 3.5 or gen 4. How does one tell?

Forget this question, it is the grip expansions for the back (backstraps?) are on the gen 4 and the rest of the changes are internal. Mine is therefor a gen 3.

As for uncomfortable? Wow! I liked it because it was more comfortable than my S&W.

Peace of the Lord be with you.

Notes in red above.

[Digs]

Don't know if it is a thing of the past or not. Do believe it is the RTF version though I am not sure if it is gen 3.5 or gen 4. How does one tell?

As for uncomfortable? Wow! I liked it because it was more comfortable than my S&W.

Peace of the Lord be with you.


The rtf's were considered gen 3, some called them gen 3.5??! The gen 4 has adjustable back straps, ambidextrous mag release, a one peace captive recoil guide rods (just lie the G26&27) and a different grip texture (not the same as the rtf)and they all come with 3 mags. The dead give away that you have a rtf is the crescent shaped slide serrations.

All my glocks are gen 3, I don't care for or need the adjustable back strap which is kind of cheesy. I think glock should have made the adjustable back straps that they slide in rather then fit over top of the back strap. As a right handed shooter I will also never reverse by mag release, they have the frame hogged out on both sides to accommodate this feature!!(yuk)

In 2009 my gun shop ordered me new gen 3 G22 and what came in was the rtf, I trade it before the month was over cause the texture on the grips was too much and went thru me like nails on a chalk board.

At end of the day If I had to rely on modern pistols any glock would be my first choice, enjoy.

[emopunker2004]

And so it begins....



http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8037/7989898899_ed693e946b_c.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/7989898899/)
Untitled (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/7989898899/) by emopunker2004 (http://www.flickr.com/people/thestemens16/), on Flickr

[jluck]

And so it begins....



http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8037/7989898899_ed693e946b_c.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/7989898899/)
Untitled (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/7989898899/) by emopunker2004 (http://www.flickr.com/people/thestemens16/), on Flickr

Love that receiver! :tu

[emopunker2004]

Thanks. It's pretty badass. It's a Spikes Tactical, they make good ****.

[mfarre03]

Thanks. It's pretty badass. It's a Spikes Tactical, they make good ****.

Great looking lower. I picked up a tee shirt for my 14yr old son that has the Punisher logo on it and he had no idea what it was, LOL. The little punk won't wear it, guess its going back.
I just picked up a aero precision lower that I'm going use for my 18" build. Love my ARs. Head over to AR15.com, if you haven't already, great group of guys over there.

[emopunker2004]

Great looking lower. I picked up a tee shirt for my 14yr old son that has the Punisher logo on it and he had no idea what it was, LOL. The little punk won't wear it, guess its going back.
I just picked up a aero precision lower that I'm going use for my 18" build. Love my ARs. Head over to AR15.com, if you haven't already, great group of guys over there.

I'm a member over there. Same user name.


Look what arrived today...

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8172/8030379072_6d299e3ca3_c.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/8030379072/)
Untitled (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/8030379072/) by emopunker2004 (http://www.flickr.com/people/thestemens16/), on Flickr

[RobR1205]

Total noob to firearms, but have really gotten into it in the past year. I am on two shooting teams here, and will be shooting in Air Pistol and EIC / Bullseye matches. Other than the .22 for air pistol, I am shooting the 1911 for EIC. Loving every minute of it so far!
http://i1150.photobucket.com/albums/o609/robertrubiano92/1911.jpg
http://i1150.photobucket.com/albums/o609/robertrubiano92/EIC.jpg

[Bax]

Total noob to firearms, but have really gotten into it in the past year. I am on two shooting teams here, and will be shooting in Air Pistol and EIC / Bullseye matches. Other than the .22 for air pistol, I am shooting the 1911 for EIC. Loving every minute of it so far!
http://i1150.photobucket.com/albums/o609/robertrubiano92/1911.jpg
http://i1150.photobucket.com/albums/o609/robertrubiano92/EIC.jpg

Is that a spotting scope built into the partition??

[Brian D.]

A lot of shooting gun/gear boxes are specifically set up for bullseye type matches and indeed have various ways to build in the spotting scope.

[hammondc]

Has anyone here handled/shot the new(ish) Sig Sauer 938? I am eye farking this one really hard.

[Trumpet]

Anyone here check out the new RIA XT22? I'm really tempted...

[TJarv]

Bought a Benelli Montefeltro the other day, I've owned some pretty nice shotguns before but this one takes the cake

[Brian D.]

Has anyone here handled/shot the new(ish) Sig Sauer 938? I am eye farking this one really hard.

Handled one, no trigger time though. Nice compact size, fans of the 1911 (and the old Colt Mustang) will probably like the P938. Just a hair bigger than the Mustang (and Sig 238) .380 pistols.

[Drez]

My new toy. Been a while since I picked up a new gun and needed a 9mm for range and possible off duty carry.

Cz p-07 duty with fiber optic sights.

http://i592.photobucket.com/albums/tt7/fmejido/D9AED64A-0193-48CC-BEA7-09C37BE3624B-19544-00001994C641AB12.jpg

[emopunker2004]

Very nice Frank. Anyone interested, the local store here (Shooters Jax) has the new Springfield XD-S 45 on sale currently for $499.

[newcigarz]

Anyone interested, the local store here (Shooters Jax) has the new Springfield XD-S 45 on sale currently for $499.

Nice price. :tu

[Pilon]

Anyone have any feedback for the Mossberg 100 ATR Bolt Action in a 270? Thinking of picking one up this week with a Bushnell Banner scope.

[Trumpet]

I"d avoid it. When on a budget, you'll be hard pressed to beat a Savage.

[hscmit]

Anyone have any feedback for the Mossberg 100 ATR Bolt Action in a 270? Thinking of picking one up this week with a Bushnell Banner scope.

I have shot my buddies a couple times he loves it, and it shoots well. I have a hunting rifle already but if I didnt I would consider buying a used one

[emopunker2004]

This looks amazing! Takes regular AR15 mags, can shoot .223 or 5.56 and it's a bolt gun.

http://www.ammoland.com/2012/01/26/mossberg-mvp-series-predator-rifle/#axzz27tnlXpZj

[Blueface]

Very nice Frank. Anyone interested, the local store here (Shooters Jax) has the new Springfield XD-S 45 on sale currently for $499.

Sick!
Cheapest at shows by me is $600.

[emopunker2004]

I'm sure you could order over the phone and havbe them ship it to your FFL for the transfer, not sure how much under 6 you'd be at that point though lol.

[Justinphilly]

Having not read through the entire thread, I apologize if this site was mentioned earlier. But, cheaperthandirt.com is a great site with some pretty sick deals.

[hammondc]

Bought a Benelli Montefeltro the other day, I've owned some pretty nice shotguns before but this one takes the cake

Damn nice gun. I had a Super Black Eagle, but it rarely got used so I sold it about 2 yeas ago. Still have my SuperNova pump. That gun is bullet proof. Shoots any shell I feed it. Never a single FTF.

[TJarv]

Thanks Chip, I'm pretty happy with it so far

[Robulous78]

Bought a Benelli Montefeltro the other day, I've owned some pretty nice shotguns before but this one takes the cake

My friend has a Benelli... not sure what model shotgun specifically but its pretty sweet... Downs clays all day long at range with minimal effort...

[Steve]

I think I'm in lust...

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/Misc3/Infinity01.jpg

http://oldchurchbbq.com/sharedpictures/Misc3/Infinity02.jpg

[smitty81]

Thats a pretty sweet rig there.

[Pilon]

Anyone have any feedback for the Mossberg 100 ATR Bolt Action in a 270? Thinking of picking one up this week with a Bushnell Banner scope.

I've decided to go for a Marlin XL7 instead with all the good reviews I've seen. Plus the feel of it was nice when I checked one out in a 30.06

[mfarre03]

My new toy. Been a while since I picked up a new gun and needed a 9mm for range and possible off duty carry.

Cz p-07 duty with fiber optic sights.

http://i592.photobucket.com/albums/tt7/fmejido/D9AED64A-0193-48CC-BEA7-09C37BE3624B-19544-00001994C641AB12.jpg

Great looking pistol, how does it shoot? I see I'm not the only one that gets "honeydew lists" ha! Love the Great Pumpkin post its...lol:tu

[emopunker2004]

:noon:noon
Officially done ordering my AR15 parts.

Stock kit should be here today.
Just ordered my rear sight, charging handle, foregrip, and 3 mags. now all i need is to get this stuff and my upper in and out it all together.

[Drez]

Great looking pistol, how does it shoot? I see I'm not the only one that gets "honeydew lists" ha! Love the Great Pumpkin post its...lol:tu

no range reports yet..... need to finish the list first :D

[emopunker2004]

Finished building my lower today :D

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8033/8054897804_21bfa57247_c.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/8054897804/)
Untitled (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/8054897804/) by emopunker2004 (http://www.flickr.com/people/thestemens16/), on Flickr

[HK3-]

Nice looking lower!

[CigarSquid]

Question for t those who shoot hands guns at open ranges.

What do you use for targets? I found one I think I may like at midwayusa.

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/377497/caldwell-plink-n-swing-swinging-target-twin-spin-45-caliber-steel-black

I'm just tired of assuming at the ground.. I want something eye level.

Looking for ideas and pictures you have any.

[G G]

I have had a Glock 27 for the last five years. Don't really have a big problem with it and it does what it's supposed to do. But I have decided to buy a Ruger SR1911 and go back to my first love which is a full size 1911. I think being a medium build (5'10" and 210 lbs) I can conceal it pretty well. The thing that I have come to not like so much about a glock is how thick it is across the top of the slide, that seems to make it dig into me more. Even though the 1911 is lots bigger overall it's thinner across the slide, and the barrell of the 1911 is in your pants anyway. What say you? I already ordered the Ruger but they are on backorder everywhere so it may be a couple or three months before I get it.

[emopunker2004]

Greg I can conceal a 1911 just fine with a good holster

[G G]

Greg I can conceal a 1911 just fine with a good holster
I figured so. I was first gonna buy a crossbreed IWB then I changed to gonna buy a whitehat IWB, then I found a holster maker right in Jax called Panther Concealment so I will be getting one from them.

[emopunker2004]

Those look nice G

[emopunker2004]

More AR parts are in!!

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8030/8060262474_114fc393d0_c.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/8060262474/)
Untitled (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/8060262474/) by emopunker2004 (http://www.flickr.com/people/thestemens16/), on Flickr

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8454/8060268511_19807c7429_c.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/8060268511/)
Untitled (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/8060268511/) by emopunker2004 (http://www.flickr.com/people/thestemens16/), on Flickr

[smitty81]

Anyone have any expierence with Jimenez arms company?

Was just at a gun show and they had 5-6 different calibers all for under $150.00.

I was tempted to get one just to throw in the jeep or whatever.

[emopunker2004]

Anyone have any expierence with Jimenez arms company?

Was just at a gun show and they had 5-6 different calibers all for under $150.00.

I was tempted to get one just to throw in the jeep or whatever.

Don't do it. Same company as Jennings, notorious for "Saturday Night Specials"/"Thug guns''/"Throw Aways"

Just don't. Don't trust your life to a terd. You'd be better off saving a lil more and buying a small S&W or Charter Arms or Taurus revolver.

[smitty81]

yea, I was just curious. There are some decent cheap guns out there but I wasn't sure where this one stood in the totum pole.

[emopunker2004]

Kel-tec usually makes decent cheap guns, i have owned a keltec that worked just fine.

[theonlybear4CORT]

Question for t those who shoot hands guns at open ranges.

What do you use for targets? I found one I think I may like at midwayusa.

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/377497/caldwell-plink-n-swing-swinging-target-twin-spin-45-caliber-steel-black

I'm just tired of assuming at the ground.. I want something eye level.

Looking for ideas and pictures you have any.
I just print a bunch I these out and aim for the A.
http://sportsmediamasters.com/smm/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Oakland-As-logo.bmp

[CigarSquid]

I just print a bunch I these out and aim for the A.
http://sportsmediamasters.com/smm/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Oakland-As-logo.bmp

That's dirty.. atleast as of now, we had some runs.

[BlindedByScience]

...you know, I've got AR's and Glocks and Berettas and Springfield Armory and a pile of other stuff in the safe, but this latest project was maybe the most fun of them all - I took my 25 year old Ruger 10-22 and gave it a new lease on life:

http://dl.dropbox.com/u/81419177/BabySniperRifle.png

Stats:
- Trigger tuned by Brimstone Gunsmithing
- Rimfire Specialties full width trigger (installed by Brimstone)
- Rimfire Specialties magazine release (thank you, Brimstone for the install in my trigger group)
- Tactical Solutions fluted 0.920" barrel (David at Brimstone fit the barrel to the receiver for me...awesome guy).
- Rimfire Specialties mainspring and guide
- Bolt blueprinting by Que (and jeweling of the bolt - you can see it in the pic).
- Volquartsen V-Block barrel mount upgrade
- Volquartsen Poly Recoil Buffer
- Nikon Rimfire 3X9 BDC scope (just beautiful).
- Talley Scope Rings (no rail - mounts directly to the receiver - sweet)
- Hogue over molded stock

...yes, the barrel is threaded (has a great fitted cap over the threads). There is this one more little accessory I'm waiting for....;-)

What an awesome little rifle..!! I'm blown by the trigger...I'd guess about 2 1/2 pounds...perfect. Also, I'm blown away by how much lighter the rifle is..!! Pretty amazing.

The barrel is floating about 1/8" all the way back to where the flutes stop....very, very nice. The V-Block upgrade seems to have done the trick.

First trips to the range were amazing...once I get the "accessory" for the end of the barrel I'll do the final sighting in and see what kind of groups I can get.

Cheers - B.B.S.

[theonlybear4CORT]

That's dirty.. atleast as of now, we had some runs.

ouch U cut to the core of me

[HK3-]

...you know, I've got AR's and Glocks and Berettas and Springfield Armory and a pile of other stuff in the safe, but this latest project was maybe the most fun of them all - I took my 25 year old Ruger 10-22 and gave it a new lease on life:

http://dl.dropbox.com/u/81419177/BabySniperRifle.png

Stats:
- Trigger tuned by Brimstone Gunsmithing
- Rimfire Specialties full width trigger (installed by Brimstone)
- Rimfire Specialties magazine release (thank you, Brimstone for the install in my trigger group)
- Tactical Solutions fluted 0.920" barrel (David at Brimstone fit the barrel to the receiver for me...awesome guy).
- Rimfire Specialties mainspring and guide
- Bolt blueprinting by Que (and jeweling of the bolt - you can see it in the pic).
- Volquartsen V-Block barrel mount upgrade
- Volquartsen Poly Recoil Buffer
- Nikon Rimfire 3X9 BDC scope (just beautiful).
- Talley Scope Rings (no rail - mounts directly to the receiver - sweet)
- Hogue over molded stock

...yes, the barrel is threaded (has a great fitted cap over the threads). There is this one more little accessory I'm waiting for....;-)

What an awesome little rifle..!! I'm blown by the trigger...I'd guess about 2 1/2 pounds...perfect. Also, I'm blown away by how much lighter the rifle is..!! Pretty amazing.

The barrel is floating about 1/8" all the way back to where the flutes stop....very, very nice. The V-Block upgrade seems to have done the trick.

First trips to the range were amazing...once I get the "accessory" for the end of the barrel I'll do the final sighting in and see what kind of groups I can get.

Cheers - B.B.S.

Wow that looks fantastic! Best looking 10/22 i've ever seen by a long shot man. Very nice. :tu

[G G]

Update on pistol: Thought i was gonna get a ruger SR1911 for a little bit. Have now changed it to a Smith and Wesson E Series 1911. I checked all the reviews out and just came down to the frontstrap checkering that's on the Smith with a smooth front strap on the Ruger. Plus they are both on backorder but my LGS says he can get the Smith quicker. About three weeks in and no word yet. Sucks cause I am like a little kid when it comes to getting something when I want it. My dealer always gets guns at cost plus 10% which is a great deal. The gun has an MSRP of $919.00 plus tax. My local guy's cost is 668.00 so plus 10% and tax comes out pretty good for what seems to be an awesome fullsize 1911. Just have to learn to conceal it after having a subcompact glock for the last 5 or 6 years. Don't see that it will be a problem though. Gonna buy a Panther Concealment IWB and a pancake OWB from Lobo Gunleather.

[357]

Update on pistol: Thought i was gonna get a ruger SR1911 for a little bit. Have now changed it to a Smith and Wesson E Series 1911. I checked all the reviews out and just came down to the frontstrap checkering that's on the Smith with a smooth front strap on the Ruger. Plus they are both on backorder but my LGS says he can get the Smith quicker. About three weeks in and no word yet. Sucks cause I am like a little kid when it comes to getting something when I want it. My dealer always gets guns at cost plus 10% which is a great deal. The gun has an MSRP of $919.00 plus tax. My local guy's cost is 668.00 so plus 10% and tax comes out pretty good for what seems to be an awesome fullsize 1911. Just have to learn to conceal it after having a subcompact glock for the last 5 or 6 years. Don't see that it will be a problem though. Gonna buy a Panther Concealment IWB and a pancake OWB from Lobo Gunleather.

Keep us updated. I'd love to see pics and hear your thoughts once you've had it out to the range and carried it.

[emopunker2004]

Home from vacation and finally have my rifle finished, sans rear sight.

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8465/8123599231_5f8b65b7bf_c.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/8123599231/)
Untitled (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/8123599231/) by emopunker2004 (http://www.flickr.com/people/thestemens16/), on Flickr

[Cigar Mike]

Stats:
- Trigger tuned by Brimstone Gunsmithing
- Rimfire Specialties full width trigger (installed by Brimstone)
- Rimfire Specialties magazine release (thank you, Brimstone for the install in my trigger group)
- Tactical Solutions fluted 0.920" barrel (David at Brimstone fit the barrel to the receiver for me...awesome guy).
- Rimfire Specialties mainspring and guide
- Bolt blueprinting by Que (and jeweling of the bolt - you can see it in the pic).
- Volquartsen V-Block barrel mount upgrade
- Volquartsen Poly Recoil Buffer
- Nikon Rimfire 3X9 BDC scope (just beautiful).
- Talley Scope Rings (no rail - mounts directly to the receiver - sweet)
- Hogue over molded stock

...yes, the barrel is threaded (has a great fitted cap over the threads). There is this one more little accessory I'm waiting for....;-)


Forgive me if you said it somewhere and I just missed it, but how long is the barrel? Is that a commercially made barrel or did you have an existing one modified?

[emopunker2004]

Well here's an updated and better picture of the rifle. Mag and Magpul MBUS installed. Taken with a camera this time instead of my iPhone. :tu

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8044/8133399589_896649df35_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/8133399589/)
IMG_1503 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/8133399589/) by emopunker2004 (http://www.flickr.com/people/thestemens16/), on Flickr

[emopunker2004]

The wife and I just finished up her rifle. Going to color in the Punisher logo in the coming week.

LMT Upper with 14.5" barrel with perm attached vortex flash hider to make it legal.


http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7263/8159819023_97ec589370_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/8159819023/)
IMG_1505 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/thestemens16/8159819023/) by emopunker2004 (http://www.flickr.com/people/thestemens16/), on Flickr

[Bax]

Anyone have any thoughts on a good CC auto? I've been thinking about the Beretta Nano, Glock 26, Sig 290 and the S&W Body gaurd. Anyone who's shot around with any of these please feel free to toss out your thoughts. :tu

[TJarv]

Anyone have any thoughts on a good CC auto? I've been thinking about the Beretta Nano, Glock 26, Sig 290 and the S&W Body gaurd. Anyone who's shot around with any of these please feel free to toss out your thoughts. :tu

Springfield XDs

[Bax]

Springfield XDs

I totally spaced on the XD's! I'll have to take a closer look at those this weekend.

[MurphysLaw]

Anyone have any thoughts on a good CC auto? I've been thinking about the Beretta Nano, Glock 26, Sig 290 and the S&W Body gaurd. Anyone who's shot around with any of these please feel free to toss out your thoughts. :tu

Kahr PM9 :tu

[N2 GOLD]

http://t3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSS37ZBRNDU7wd1lctGUbcjOMv8JE0Lj AXJaQqtGPEyarnki0VdrQ

TSA...

[Catfish]

Springfield XDs

Springfield XD(M) :tu

http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/picture.php?albumid=206&pictureid=3119

Cheaper Than Dirt Link (http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/product/55667)

[PearlS4]

Here's a few of mine.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v282/bimmerman2/Guns/IMG_0605.jpg

[emopunker2004]

Kahr PM9 :tu

This

[theonlybear4CORT]

Love my xd9 but after shooting my loaded 1911 I'm in love with the 45 acp round so my 9mm is going up for local sale.

[BC-Axeman]

Looks like I'm going to be buying a lot of guns and ammo soon. I think I will be going with cheap, common, and reliable.

[CigarGuy88]

Looks like I'm going to be buying a lot of guns and ammo soon. I think I will be going with cheap, common, and reliable.

Ha I've been saying that for months if obama got elected... sadly its time

[theonlybear4CORT]

What's the general consensus of "target sport USA"?

[Catfish]

Springfieldarmory.com will be on my speeddial list. Gonna be purchasing a looooooooot of hi-cap mags in the near future.

[Nelenea]

Black rifle, with alot of hi caps.

Many more hi caps for my G22, and will decide on G23 hi caps before I purchase it.

Going to be expensive real fast now.

[emopunker2004]

Looks like I'm going to be buying a lot of guns and ammo soon. I think I will be going with cheap, common, and reliable.

Buy it cheap, stack it deep.

[Steve]

Looked at a S&W 500 Mag this afternoon...DAMN!

http://www.smith-wesson.com/wcsstore/SmWesson2/upload/images/firearms/detail_md/163501_01_md.jpg

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/84/Tom_500_nightfiring.jpg/300px-Tom_500_nightfiring.jpg

[kingcobradude]

looking to buy my first rifle. looking at od military like m1 garand, moisin nagant, ot schmidt rubin 1911

[CigarSquid]

Shot my buddies AR-15 today. Man, that was fun. First time. Still getting used to my LC9. Love that little gun.

[jluck]

Looked at a S&W 500 Mag this afternoon...DAMN!

http://www.smith-wesson.com/wcsstore/SmWesson2/upload/images/firearms/detail_md/163501_01_md.jpg

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/84/Tom_500_nightfiring.jpg/300px-Tom_500_nightfiring.jpg

Steve
If thinking about buying, Really check ballistics of the .460 mag. I wanted a big bore for bears while riding my ATV and I chose (and love) the 460 over the 500
:2
looking to buy my first rifle. looking at od military like m1 garand, moisin nagant, ot schmidt rubin 1911

Huge difference there man....Grab a Nagant for 80-150 bucks and some ammo (also cheap) and have a blast! Then work to the M1 (well over 1k usually).:2

[emopunker2004]

Looked at a S&W 500 Mag this afternoon...DAMN!

http://www.smith-wesson.com/wcsstore/SmWesson2/upload/images/firearms/detail_md/163501_01_md.jpg

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/84/Tom_500_nightfiring.jpg/300px-Tom_500_nightfiring.jpg

Did you look at ammo prices?:O