First Firearm Thread.

[AAlmeter]

I just saw this on CNBC: titled "Assault Weapons 'Nuts' for Ordinary Citizens http://www.cnbc.com/id/30266124

What a quote from Ed Rendell, Gov. of Pennsylvania :: "Assault weapons are difficult to operate, they jam easily. If you want a gun to protect your home it's the last thing you should have".. :mad:

Wow...

"They fire at short range, they put out a ton of fire at one time, and they are very powerful. The three Pittsburgh officers who were killed, one was killed by an AK-47. The AK was so powerful that from a house a long distance away, it blew through a uh, uh, uh police car, it just absolutely blew through the police car."



I need to get one of these new short range long distance AK's that can absolutely blow through cars!


This fat F'er is one large scale DB

[BC-Axeman]

And you can use it as a fire extinguisher, "they put out a ton of fire at one time", amazing!

[JE3146]

Did pick up a box of Winchester Ranger today at a fun shop as well. Two years ago I was seeing defense rounds at $25 per box of $50, so just over $30 isn't near as big of an increase as the target rounds have seen. I still think it's too expensive though, but it took ever defense round I had to fill my existing clips -> mags so I wanted to have one spare box.

Magazines ;)

Yokels and rednecks say clips. Gun enthusiasts say mags.

[JE3146]

I was notified today by one of my groomsmen that my wedding gift was a little earlier than expected. Due to the gun rush, he bought it when he saw it and had to ruin the surprise, because he needed me to go do the background check.

So..... I found out what's coming. It's small, it's black and it makes a lot of noise. :r

I'll post pics next week when it arrives in the shop. I'm a little anxious. :dr

Little update and a little bit of a teaser pic.

Based on the clues provided in this pic, a well rounded gun person should be able to narrow it instantly down to one of 4 handguns. :D

http://oregonstate.edu/~edgarj/CA/OTHER/teaser.jpg

[elderboy02]

Kel-Tec P3AT?
S&W M&P?

[-MG-]

Little update and a little bit of a teaser pic.

Based on the clues provided in this pic, a well rounded gun person should be able to narrow it instantly down to one of 4 handguns. :D

http://oregonstate.edu/~edgarj/CA/OTHER/teaser.jpg

Am I extra tired, or is that loaded backwards?

[JE3146]

Am I extra tired, or is that loaded backwards?

It is.... and it might just be a clue. ;)

[elderboy02]

Kahr?
Ruger LCP?

[-MG-]

It is.... and it might just be a clue. ;)

Going for partial credit here... looks like an HK mag..

[-MG-]

Going for partial credit here... looks like an HK mag..

In fact, lets say.... H&K USP .45 final answer :tu

http://www.hkparts.net/Pictures/HK%20PISTOL%20&%20GSG5/HK45%20C%208%20Round%20mag.JPG

[replicant_argent]

Wish me luck on my class and qual. on Sunday, gentlemen. I'm not worried about the class, just hope I don't have a gallon or so too much coffee to hit the range without embarrassment. ;)

[JE3146]

In fact, lets say.... H&K USP .45 final answer :tu

http://www.hkparts.net/Pictures/HK%20PISTOL%20&%20GSG5/HK45%20C%208%20Round%20mag.JPG

K so you've gotten that far... now which one :D

And it might not just be the USP... the USP mags are interchangeable with one other H&K product line ;)

[elderboy02]

Wish me luck on my class and qual. on Sunday, gentlemen. I'm not worried about the class, just hope I don't have a gallon or so too much coffee to hit the range without embarrassment. ;)

Good luck! We are pulling for you :tu

[JE3146]

In fact, lets say.... H&K USP .45 final answer :tu

http://www.hkparts.net/Pictures/HK%20PISTOL%20&%20GSG5/HK45%20C%208%20Round%20mag.JPG

I'll just say close enough...

http://www.hk-usa.com/images/products/usp_comp_tact/usp_comp_tact_lrg.jpg

H&K USP .45 ACP Compact Tactical


So.... as the story regarding my friend goes. It basically began many years ago where I used to own an H&K USP .45 fullsize. It was much too large for my hands and because of financial issues I had to sell a gun, and it was the immediate choice as it just didn't fit me right. I loved that gun though and regretted selling it ever since. Years ago after that, I saw they had a USP .45 Compact that caught my attention at a gunshow that me and him were at. It fit my hand like a glove and from that day forth it was the handgun I said I would buy the day I won the lottery, because let's face it. H&K's are pricey. I only afforded my old one because I scored a good deal used on it (the reason they go for cheaper used is because they're so friggin big). This smaller one packed a hefty price tag, much higher than I could afford.

So fast forward up till recently. He begins asking me questions about this beast because he remembered I wanted one. It of course started making me lust over it again because it reminded me how much I wanted one. I was a little bummed because he was going to be buying one of these for himself... a gun I've been wanting for many years now.

Later did I find out, this research was in fact for me, as he bought this gun as a wedding present.

I'll get real photos soon, I promise :) Stock photo above for now.


And the threaded barrel leaves room for some promising upgrades :D

[JE3146]

Wish me luck on my class and qual. on Sunday, gentlemen. I'm not worried about the class, just hope I don't have a gallon or so too much coffee to hit the range without embarrassment. ;)

Goodluck!!

Keep us posted.

[elderboy02]

I'll just say close enough...

http://www.hk-usa.com/images/products/usp_comp_tact/usp_comp_tact_lrg.jpg

H&K USP .45 ACP Compact Tactical


So.... as the story regarding my friend goes. It basically began many years ago where I used to own an H&K USP .45 fullsize. It was much too large for my hands and because of financial issues I had to sell a gun, and it was the immediate choice as it just didn't fit me right. I loved that gun though and regretted selling it ever since. Years ago after that, I saw they had a USP .45 Compact that caught my attention at a gunshow that me and him were at. It fit my hand like a glove and from that day forth it was the handgun I said I would buy the day I won the lottery, because let's face it. H&K's are pricey. I only afforded my old one because I scored a good deal used on it (the reason they go for cheaper used is because they're so friggin big). This smaller one packed a hefty price tag, much higher than I could afford.

So fast forward up till recently. He begins asking me questions about this beast because he remembered I wanted one. It of course started making me lust over it again because it reminded me how much I wanted one. I was a little bummed because he was going to be buying one of these for himself... a gun I've been wanting for many years now.

Later did I find out, this research was in fact for me, as he bought this gun as a wedding present.

I'll get real photos soon, I promise :) Stock photo above for now.


And the threaded barrel leaves room for some promising upgrades :D

Very, very nice! :D You gotta love the threaded barrel ;)

[JE3146]

Very, very nice! :D You gotta love the threaded barrel ;)

The bonus is I won't spend money I don't have on a suppressor, as I can't fill out the paperwork while I'm moving from location to location due to school and work :r

But in time... yes... it will be very nice :D

[floydpink]

Handgun advice please:

Does anyone have experience with the Springfield Armory XD 9?

I was looking at a nice used one and it really looks nice as well as concealable.

I hear a lot mentioned on Glock 26 27 and 19's, but am in the minority that isn't wild about them.

I realize they are built to withstand anything, but my time in the swamp is very rare and most of my time is on the street and find Glock's a little boxy and uncomfortable ion my hand and felt the XD to fit like a glove.

If I do get it, it will provide a dilemma about whether to carry it or my trust Smith Centennial Airweight 38 special.

[replicant_argent]

Goodluck!!

Keep us posted.

It went well. Essentially I got personal training from the "guy that wrote the book" about the matter at hand in Minnesota. Just me and a 15 year old kid essentially "auditing" the class (a gift from his rabbi, no less. :tu)
My qual went very well, out of the 30 rounds only 3 were outside the center BM oval on the Transtar II target, the other three were conveniently in the next larger oval. ;). Those were split between 2 mags of 15 at 15 and 21 feet respectively.I didn't grab it, it would have looked nice in the garage as a reminder.

[replicant_argent]

Nice HK, Jordan, the USP is a hell of a platform, I have shot the .40, but not the .45. I enjoyed it immensely, even though it was 15 years ago or so!

[elderboy02]

I don't have any expreience with the XD9, but everyone I have talked with about them really like them. I say go for it. :tu

[Ratters]

Ive shot a couple XDs and find them to be nice pieces for the money. If youre not going to use it for carry I recommend the 5" model.

[-MG-]

I don't have any expreience with the XD9, but everyone I have talked with about them really like them. I say go for it. :tu

:tpd: I've never heard anything about them that would make me think twice about getting one, but I don't have any first hand experience with them either.

[SSatVT]

I have an xd-40 service and have had no problems with it and factory magazines in the first 500 or so rounds that I have put through it. I do have problems with it returning to battery with a 13rd factory mag that I have though. I, though, can't carry my xd due to its size. I am just too thin (6' 3" 175 lb.) to carry it concealed.

The few people that I know with the xd-9 have reported the same in reliability. I say go for it.

[Catfish]

Handgun advice please:

Does anyone have experience with the Springfield Armory XD 9?

I was looking at a nice used one and it really looks nice as well as concealable.

I hear a lot mentioned on Glock 26 27 and 19's, but am in the minority that isn't wild about them.

I realize they are built to withstand anything, but my time in the swamp is very rare and most of my time is on the street and find Glock's a little boxy and uncomfortable ion my hand and felt the XD to fit like a glove.

If I do get it, it will provide a dilemma about whether to carry it or my trust Smith Centennial Airweight 38 special.

My primary carry gun is an XD-M. I will def. give it a :tu

[Junior]

I have a XD40 Subcompact, and I trust it enough for it to be my wifes carry gun.

[hikari]

I will contribute to the thread here are a few of my pic's
In case the pic's don't give it a way im kinda of a Sig guy.

I also do a Shoot-N-Smoke once in a while in Southern California
There is a thread in the Herf area if anyone wants in on the next round.

http://lightofpower.com/gallery/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=492

http://lightofpower.com/gallery/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=73

http://lightofpower.com/gallery/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=53

http://lightofpower.com/gallery/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=61

http://lightofpower.com/gallery/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=734

[replicant_argent]

awww... hell, Thomas....







:dr

I knew I was gonna need that drooly smiley again eventually.

[smokeyandthebandit05]

Is that a SIG556?

[Thrak]

Nice Sigs... good to know there is another here. :D

Here's a new to me 229DAK... goes well with my other Sigs. ;)

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b362/flutterbyissa/229.jpg

[GTsetGO]

i carry with an xd 40 subcompact every day. really great gun. i have nothing bad to say about it.

[floydpink]

Got to try one today and it shoots really nice.

Problem is the guy talked me into shooting a Glock 26 as well and now I think I like it better.

I had never held the G26 before and it seems lighter than the XD.

My experience with the G26 changed my mind that Glocks don't fit well in my hand.

[white_s2k]

Handgun advice please:

Does anyone have experience with the Springfield Armory XD 9?

I was looking at a nice used one and it really looks nice as well as concealable.



I have owned a XD-9 (4 inch model) for about 3 years now and absolutely love it. Has been very reliable with close to 5000 bullets through it. I also use it as my carry weapon and find it very comfortable. I say go for it! :tu

[Catfish]

My experience with the G26 changed my mind that Glocks don't fit well in my hand.

Good stuff. Glad you like it. I never did get used to the grip angle / sight picture of the Glock.

[BC-Axeman]

I've had my Glock 17 since the first year they came out. I have fired thousands of rounds with only a couple of stovepiped brass ejection failures. I find the (to me) natural pointing, hand fit and sight picture the best features. The trigger feel takes a lot of getting used to.

[elderboy02]

I love the way the Glock 20 and the 23 fit in my hand. The thing I found about Glocks, is that you wither like them or hate them.

[TheManWithNoName]

I had never held the G26 before and it seems lighter than the XD.

My experience with the G26 changed my mind that Glocks don't fit well in my hand.

The great thing about Glocks other than their legendary quality is their variety. They offer a wide range of models from full size to concealed-carry ready, and do a great job with their subcompact models like the G26 you're talking about. I'm ready to pick up a subcompact G36 myself very soon so I know the draw that 26 had for you. You did the best thing possible in personally inspecting the gun for yourself and making your own judgment. As they say, to each his own right?
:tu

[JE3146]

As promised from post : http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showpost.php?p=344292&postcount=764

http://oregonstate.edu/~edgarj/GUNSNET/USPct/usp1.jpg

http://oregonstate.edu/~edgarj/GUNSNET/USPct/usp2.jpg

http://oregonstate.edu/~edgarj/GUNSNET/USPct/usp3.jpg

:dance:

[Cigarcop]

Gotta LOVE a threaded barrel :tu

[19thHole]

That is one sexy pistol. Do you happen to have a full size to take pictures with this compact?

[smokeyandthebandit05]

Wow that is beautiful! I love HK's:tu:dance::ss

[elderboy02]

Nice looking USP! :tu

[JE3146]

That is one sexy pistol. Do you happen to have a full size to take pictures with this compact?

No, as I said in the other thread, I used to own the fullsize brother of this pistol (well.. not the tactical)... and it just never fit my hands. I ended up selling it and missed it ever since. :( This compact fits like a dream. :)


EDIT:: I found a pic of my old one. Pic is crappy cus well... this was years ago :D

http://oregonstate.edu/~edgarj/GUNSNET/USPf/USP1.jpg

I have to say I did enjoy having a hammer spur on the old one. Something the new one lacks. Both are/were V1 config.

[19thHole]

No, as I said in the other thread, I used to own the fullsize brother of this pistol (well.. not the tactical)... and it just never fit my hands. I ended up selling it and missed it ever since. :( This compact fits like a dream. :)


Awesome. It looks nice

[Junior]

Got to try one today and it shoots really nice.

Problem is the guy talked me into shooting a Glock 26 as well and now I think I like it better.

I had never held the G26 before and it seems lighter than the XD.

My experience with the G26 changed my mind that Glocks don't fit well in my hand.

That's great that you found one that suits you. Everyone has there own likes and dislikes, that's why they make so many varations.

Shoot well and be safe.

[hikari]

Is that a SIG556?

Yes it is

I guess i should of elabrated on the guns.

Sig 239 .9mm night sights - Hugo grips
Sig 226 .40 night sights - Hugo grips (home protection biometric safe gun)
Sig 226 .40st Night sights - Hugo grips - Triger stop - Lightened trigger 2lb's ( armory work done by myself like 3 years ago had pics on sigfourms for a while)
Sig 556 .223 Acog scope, Simons flip up front sights, rail protectors, Magpul stock with cheak riser, Magpul mag's, Blueforce sling(awesome adjustable sling)

And the ugly ducking the Springfield Socom II EOTech scope and cheak riser

Case is a stormcase 3200 i did the cut outs using a hotwire setup i though togeather fits my 556, 239, 226st and accessories

[JE3146]

Yes it is

I guess i should of elabrated on the guns.

Sig 239 .9mm night sights - Hugo grips
Sig 226 .40 night sights - Hugo grips (home protection biometric safe gun)
Sig 226 .40st Night sights - Hugo grips - Triger stop - Lightened trigger 2lb's ( armory work done by myself like 3 years ago had pics on sigfourms for a while)
Sig 556 .223 Acog scope, Simons flip up front sights, rail protectors, Magpul stock with cheak riser, Magpul mag's, Blueforce sling(awesome adjustable sling)

And the ugly ducking the Springfield Socom II EOTech scope and cheak riser

Case is a stormcase 3200 i did the cut outs using a hotwire setup i though togeather fits my 556, 239, 226st and accessories

If I may ask... your location says California.

How is it possible you have the Sig 556, let alone the Magpul mags?

[Roland of Gilead]

From this weekend...

Enjoy.

http://m-mason.smugmug.com/photos/518136522_faTDu-XL.jpg

http://m-mason.smugmug.com/photos/518136164_HnDMf-XL.jpg

http://m-mason.smugmug.com/photos/518138207_L6378-XL.jpg

http://m-mason.smugmug.com/photos/518140574_cV9jp-XL.jpg

http://m-mason.smugmug.com/photos/518139137_CwJ9s-XL.jpg


-Mark.

[Catfish]

Mark, your photographic skills are amazing.

[elderboy02]

Mark, your photographic skills are amazing.

:tpd: Absolutely awesome pictures :tu

[Roland of Gilead]

Thanks.

A couple more.

http://m-mason.smugmug.com/photos/518139116_cwwLW-XL.jpg

http://m-mason.smugmug.com/photos/518140620_KGhJx-XL.jpg

http://m-mason.smugmug.com/photos/518139313_LdbjU-XL.jpg


-Mark.

[BamBam]

Hey Guys.

What is a good price for a Romanian AK47 these days?

I have the opportunity to get one for $550. Thoughts?

[Catfish]

Thanks.
http://m-mason.smugmug.com/photos/518139313_LdbjU-XL.jpg


-Mark.

I wonder if he suffers from a lot of low/left accuracy issues.

[replicant_argent]

I wonder if he suffers from a lot of low/left accuracy issues.

Nice catch. First forefinger joint on the trigger instead of the pad?

[Catfish]

That and the hollywood support hand grip w/ modified weaver stance.

But hey.... Who am I to judge? If he's comfortable and accurate, I say, "Rock On!"

[BC-Axeman]

Strong shoulder locked and weak elbow out. Sort of a hybrid stance. Maybe it's just the camera angle.
Like Catfish said, if he's comfortable and accurate.....
To each his own.

[Thrak]

I cringe when I see somebody w/ their hand under the bottom of the gun like that

I was at the range one time when a dude had some kind of misfire or malfunction (never found out what it was) and it blew the mag out the bottom of the gun busting his hand up all kinds of nasty ways... ugh.

[Catfish]

:r:r:r:r

http://www.imfdb.org/images/c/c3/ID4_Beretta-3.jpg

[Catfish]

Then again, if you typically shoot a Beretta 92FS, you're used to carrying a tea cup and saucer.



I keed, I keed.



Well..........not really.

[Cigarcop]

Hey, he hit the can didn't he!!!! :r :r :r

[BamBam]

Hey Guys.

What is a good price for a Romanian AK47 these days?

I have the opportunity to get one for $550. Thoughts?

Didn't want my question to be gobbled up in the thread.

Anybody???

[Roland of Gilead]

Didn't want my question to be gobbled up in the thread.

Anybody???


Several years ago, I bought an SAR 3 for $300.

This rifle today would go for $800 or more since it's a 5.56mm and there aren't a lot of 'em out there.

An SAR 1 I'm guessing would go for about $600ish.

-Mark.

[BamBam]

Several years ago, I bought an SAR 3 for $300.

This rifle today would go for $800 or more since it's a 5.56mm and there aren't a lot of 'em out there.

An SAR 1 I'm guessing would go for about $600ish.

-Mark.

Please exuce this question but....Is "SAR" the proper name for a Romanian AK47?

[BC-Axeman]

AK means Auto Kalishnikov (sp?) Full auto.

[Junior]

I haven’t contributed a picture a while so here is my Christmas present to myself last year. It is a Smith & Wesson M&P .40 S&W Caliber.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v216/junior897/Pistol.jpg

My AR and Arnold the Moss 590
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v216/junior897/Homeprotection.jpg

My 1873
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v216/junior897/1873/1873-2.jpg

Ruger Vaquero in a holster.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v216/junior897/Gun%20Leather/StrongSide.jpg

Vaqueros
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v216/junior897/SASS%20Guns/Vaqueros.jpg

[Junior]

Sorry for the two post back to back, but I had to have my 200th post in the firearm thread.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v216/junior897/SA1.jpg

[TheManWithNoName]

Ruger Vaquero in a holster.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v216/junior897/Gun%20Leather/StrongSide.jpg



Like that rig! :tu

[Junior]

I hate to triple post, but I got do the coolest thing at lunch today. I got to shoot a CAR with this.





http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v216/junior897/50cal.jpg

The Barrett rep was there setting up the range, and a Fish and Wildlife officer called me to come out and meet him. When I got there I watched them shoot at something. It wasn’t until I had a pair of binoculars that I saw it was a car. You couldn’t see it with the naked eye. I can tell you this I have shot shotguns that had more recoil than the Barrett did. It was a rush, and an adrenalin rush to say the least.

[hikari]

If I may ask... your location says California.

How is it possible you have the Sig 556, let alone the Magpul mags?

The 556 is a compliant rifle. Meets the terms of CA

There is a prince50 mag release installed which makes it a fix'd mag.
There is alittle screw in there that you can lossen up that lets the button work normaly again which would make it illeage in CA so we would not do that right.. Even though we shoot at a private range.
http://www.coldwarshooters.net/images/prince50.jpg

As for the Pmag. I put a rivet half way down the spine so it only can hold 10rnds. I like the feel of a 30rnd clip only reason for this.

The things we have to do in California ....

[BC-Axeman]

Did 30 round magazines that were previously legal in CA become illegal somehow? I remembered new ones were. I have had my guns since the early 80s.

[hikari]

No they are still legal - PreBan mag's

but you can not put them in a gun thus making it an assault weapon
so you need a preban weapon also.

need both peaces of the puzzle.


:(

[white_s2k]

Looking for some advice on on an aftermarket stock for my Remington 810 12-gauge shotgun. I bought the pistol grip version for home protection, and love the mobile-ness of it, but would like to add a stock to it in case I want to take it out anywhere. I've been looking at the Knoxx SpecOps which seems to have gotten some good reviews:

http://www.blackhawk.com/product/SpecOps-NRS-Shotgun-Stock,1157,165.htm

Anyone have any other recommendations? Trying to stay under $100 shipped.

Thanks

[Junior]

Here (http://www.midwayusa.com/viewProduct/?productNumber=873014) is a less expensive version of the stock, but I have learned one thing over the years. You get what you pay for.

[Roland of Gilead]

Please exuce this question but....Is "SAR" the proper name for a Romanian AK47?

It's a Model of Romainian AK.

This one is mine.

http://m-mason.smugmug.com/photos/99244832_ehanP-L.jpg


-Mark.

[BigAl_SC]

What site are you all picking up ammo at? Need both 223 and .40 S&W.

[BC-Axeman]

What site are you all picking up ammo at? Need both 223 and .40 S&W.
I like natchezss.com. Good luck with stock.

[macms]

This may be helpful.

http://www.ammoengine.com/

[replicant_argent]

This may be helpful.

http://www.ammoengine.com/
Dang, I must have bumped Fred not too long ago, can someone hit him for me for this link?

[BigAl_SC]

This may be helpful.

http://www.ammoengine.com/

Thanks, This led me to the right sites........

[lostark374]

No they are still legal - PreBan mag's

but you can not put them in a gun thus making it an assault weapon
so you need a preban weapon also.

need both peaces of the puzzle.


:(

Not a completely accurate statement. As long as the gun is configured correctly its is perfectly legal to use a preban standard capacity magazine as long as the magazine was purchased before the ban and not altered in any way to not fit in a firearm it is made for.

there are flow charts and tons of info available to us kalifornia gun guys. pm me for info

[357]

Not a completely accurate statement. As long as the gun is configured correctly its is perfectly legal to use a preban standard capacity magazine as long as the magazine was purchased before the ban and not altered in any way to not fit in a firearm it is made for.

there are flow charts and tons of info available to us kalifornia gun guys. pm me for info

I'm glad we don't have to deal with ban/pre-ban anymore at the federal level. Although, I'm sure as I type this our current administration is writing an even worse piece of gun banning legislation.

[Tombstone]

http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,517699,00.html

Time for the gubment to tax nails and ban nail guns. Funny how this happened in Australia.;):rolleyes:

[Sauer Grapes]

http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,517699,00.html

Time for the gubment to tax nails and ban nail guns. Funny how this happened in Australia.;):rolleyes:

Funny how they exaggerate there like they do here and call it a "high powered" nail gun.

[bonjing]

Looking for some advice on on an aftermarket stock for my Remington 810 12-gauge shotgun. I bought the pistol grip version for home protection, and love the mobile-ness of it, but would like to add a stock to it in case I want to take it out anywhere. I've been looking at the Knoxx SpecOps which seems to have gotten some good reviews:

http://www.blackhawk.com/product/SpecOps-NRS-Shotgun-Stock,1157,165.htm

Anyone have any other recommendations? Trying to stay under $100 shipped.

Thanks

I like my SpecOps, i have the recoil reducing model on my 590. Seem well made. I haven't done a lot of shooting with it yet, but it's held up so far. I've shot about 500rds of mix 2 3/4" - 3" shells. If you're looking at other options, it will cost you more but i do like the speedfeed style stocks, they can also be found at midway.

[TheManWithNoName]

Glad to say I took my Florida CWP class today, so now just have to get printed and send it all in when I turn 21 in a few weeks... so still a bit to wait with the 90-day period it can take, but at least I'm on my way!
:ss

[elderboy02]

Glad to say I took my Florida CWP class today, so now just have to get printed and send it all in when I turn 21 in a few weeks... so still a bit to wait with the 90-day period it can take, but at least I'm on my way!
:ss

Congratulations!

[replicant_argent]

Congratulations!

:tpd:

[floydpink]

Glad to say I took my Florida CWP class today, so now just have to get printed and send it all in when I turn 21 in a few weeks... so still a bit to wait with the 90-day period it can take, but at least I'm on my way!
:ss

90 days?? Good luck. I am on a gun forum and the average wait is over 120 days with or without electric prints.

Florida Dept of Agriculture is way understaffed and since the flood of over 90,000 applicants after the election, they are buried in a pile of apps.

There is a rumor they lifted the 90 day issue statute, which I am not sure is legal.

Best thing to do is prepare yourself for a long wait and get a good gun, holster, and practice a lot and get familiar with all the laws of conceal carry.

After 90 days, if you call the dept and demand a supervisor and let it be known you are familiar with the statute, you may be able to get it around 110 days.

In any event, congrats on getting the wheels turning to become another responsible Floridian who carries daily.

My Smith 38 Airweight is never left home.

[stitch]

And This is why I love Arizona!
Open carry without permit :tu
Carry in vehicle without permit :tu
Concealed carry class, 8 hours, one time
Permit takes less than 60 days
Permit is good for 5 years :tu
Renewal, Just send the state $60. ...No renewal classes

[TheManWithNoName]

Thanks for the congrats guys, glad to join the club!

90 days?? Good luck. I am on a gun forum and the average wait is over 120 days with or without electric prints.

Best thing to do is prepare yourself for a long wait and get a good gun, holster, and practice a lot and get familiar with all the laws of conceal carry.

After 90 days, if you call the dept and demand a supervisor and let it be known you are familiar with the statute, you may be able to get it around 110 days.

Good info there, I'll hope for the best. All that sounds like good advice, and pretty much what I'll be doing. The instructor didn't seem to know about the backlog, but I figure his job was to instruct, not to keep up on the current state of the application process. Anyway thanks for the heads-up. :tu

[floydpink]

Also, I'd call after about 60 days to make sure everything is ok and the prints are legible. They can reject them and make you wait longer.

If you are looking to monitor the time between mailing and recieving, check your bank statements and figure about 75 days from the time they cashed your check to the time it will be in your wallet.

[elderboy02]

My brother and his friend just turned 21 and they turned in their CCW permits about 2 weeks ago. They said the wait would be 30 days. I am glad mine only took 3 days 2 years ago :D

[floydpink]

And This is why I love Arizona!
Open carry without permit :tu
Not yet.
Carry in vehicle without permit :tu
ok in Florida, as long as it's "securely encased" which is loosely interpreted.
Concealed carry class, 8 hours, one time
One time, 2 hours here in Florida. Probably SHOULD be 8 hours
Permit takes less than 60 days
Got us by a mile there
Permit is good for 5 years :tu
Finally! score one for Fla. 7 years here
Renewal, Just send the state $60. ...No renewal classes
Tie!


Well Stitch, Florida isn't too bad. Aside from open carry, we're about even, but Arizona wins for nicer landscape

[Catfish]

And This is why I love Arizona!
Open carry without permit :tu

I'm moving to Arizona. For that and for Gunsite Academy.

[Mark C]

Ya know, this thread has become a real pain to wade through, is there any good reason we don't have a separate firearms forum? Sure seems like there's plenty of interest.

[Catfish]

Sounds like good suggestion box fodder.

[68TriShield]

Ya know, this thread has become a real pain to wade through, is there any good reason we don't have a separate firearms forum? Sure seems like there's plenty of interest.

Mark I would suggest joining a gun forum then.There are probably a thousand of them out there and honestly the 11 has enough to do already.
Not to mention the fact,we are a Cigar/Pipe forum not a general purpose forum :)

[BC-Axeman]

Ya know, this thread has become a real pain to wade through, is there any good reason we don't have a separate firearms forum? Sure seems like there's plenty of interest.
I think of this more as a firearms discussion between cigar/pipe smokers.:2

[smokeyandthebandit05]

Not to be a pain in the butt but the CB radio forum I belong to has a hunting/fishing sub forum as well as a guns and ammo area that are always busy

[Tombstone]

I think of this more as a firearms discussion between cigar/pipe smokers.:2

:tpd:

[68TriShield]

Not to be a pain in the butt but the CB radio forum I belong to has a hunting/fishing sub forum as well as a guns and ammo area that are always busy

Sorry Rich but it's not going happen here.

[smokeyandthebandit05]

its ok lol

[BC-Axeman]

I just got a new Natchez catalog that has some good prices on some reloading material I want so I called up on the phone to order some. The website says they are out of stock on almost everything in the catalog that I want but I thought I could get on a list or something. HA! Not. The guy told me he didn't think they were going to get restocked this year. I think ammo and ammo components are good investments. I wonder if there is a mutual fund for this?

[smokeyandthebandit05]

That sucks they were all out of everything. Also ammo and the like is a really good investment. If we do get that huge tax increase we saved money. If it doesnt go thru and ammo prices stay the same and since everyone bought thousands of rounds they probably (normal people) wont think to get more. But were not normal and with the flooded market of ammo noone wants we can buy more! Also we can always shoot it later for fun:wo

[Mark C]

Mark I would suggest joining a gun forum then.There are probably a thousand of them out there and honestly the 11 has enough to do already.
Not to mention the fact,we are a Cigar/Pipe forum not a general purpose forum :)

Already joined several. One of them even has a cigar subforum ('social group' technically). I figured what with the food, recipe, booze, coffee, tea, etc forums here one more wouldn't hurt ;) No sweat though, thanks for the response!

[AAlmeter]

Already joined several. One of them even has a cigar subforum ('social group' technically). I figured what with the food, recipe, booze, coffee, tea, etc forums here one more wouldn't hurt ;) No sweat though, thanks for the response!

We must belong to some of the same forums then...

Funny thing is, I never read any on the cigar threads on CA/CS anymore, but I'll always read this thread. On the gun forums, I'll occasionally poke into some firearm threads, but I always check the cigar forum out.

[floydpink]

Which gun forum has a cigar section? I am on firinglineforums and another one as well and see a common thread between cigar smokers and second ammendment rights lovers but haven't noticed a cigar section in any of the gun forums.

On that note, I also see a lot of gun owner, cigar smoking guys and girls riding Harleys.

There may be something hidden here because it has been more than once I have seen a cigar smoking gun toting Harley riding 2nd ammendment loving person owning an outdoor spa.

These are all hobbies of mine and it is less and less I find like minded folk in this swine flu infested world.

Not that CA doesn't provide all the forum fun i need in regards to cigars, it would be nice to have options....

[BC-Axeman]

Which gun forum has a cigar section? I am on firinglineforums and another one as well and see a common thread between cigar smokers and second ammendment rights lovers but haven't noticed a cigar section in any of the gun forums.

On that note, I also see a lot of gun owner, cigar smoking guys and girls riding Harleys.

There may be something hidden here because it has been more than once I have seen a cigar smoking gun toting Harley riding 2nd ammendment loving person owning an outdoor spa.

These are all hobbies of mine and it is less and less I find like minded folk in this swine flu infested world.

Not that CA doesn't provide all the forum fun i need in regards to cigars, it would be nice to have options....
We have an outdoor spa thread?
And don't forget OHVs.

[elderboy02]

Which gun forum has a cigar section? ....

AR15.com has a section called "The Humidor" It is under the general discussion tab.

[JE3146]

Yup... I've seen dan in there from time to time
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[Cigarcop]

Well today I got tired of looking at the Ed Brown 1911 Kobra Carry (Stainless/Blue) in the case just calling to me every time I was in there!!!! and it now has a new home:D

[Tombstone]

Well today I got tired of looking at the Ed Brown 1911 Kobra Carry (Stainless/Blue) in the case just calling to me every time I was in there!!!! and it now has a new home:D

Nice!:tu

[Mark C]

Which gun forum has a cigar section?

I was thinking of a local board, www.mdshooters.com

[macms]

http://www.cfrhn.com/CA/images/gunthread.jpg

[AAlmeter]

I do enough yappin' in this thread, I guess I'll post some pictures....

(I'm not much of a photographer)


http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k314/aalmeter/DSC01340.jpg

http://i91.photobucket.com/albums/k314/aalmeter/DSC01342.jpg

[Catfish]

lovin the flat top AR. Is that just a heavy barrel or is that chambered for .308? meh... maybe not. The upper doesn't look like it's capable of handling .308.

[BC-Axeman]

What's the green gun?

[AAlmeter]

.223 that is being swapped out shortly for a .223 without a flash suppressor.


The green gun is a Rem 597 .22

[Diesel Kinevel]

What's the green gun?

Remington Model 597 .22 LR

[replicant_argent]

Has anyone shot a Micro DE?

[elderboy02]

Yup... I've seen dan in there from time to time
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You need to post in that forum too ;)

[weak_link]

Got some new parts in for the 10/22 yesterday. Trigger pull went from 6# + to right about 2.5#.
http://i353.photobucket.com/albums/r384/weak_link/CIMG3761.jpg

Also doing some long term baby sitting on a 1948 Remington Model 81 in .300 savage. Spend all day Sunday bringing it back to life and still have more work to do. Going to take it out to the range and see if it blows up before I do anymore work on it. :r

This is not the rifle but looks just like this one. Just a lot more beat up.

http://thegreatmodel8.remingtonsociety.com/wp-content/gallery/the-model-81/cab81.jpg

[JE3146]

I barely have enough time to post here. Lol

You need to post in that forum too ;)
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[Mark C]

Most recent purchase:
http://photos-d.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v3763/44/56/6205133/n6205133_41961275_1383389.jpg

6 1/2" Glossy Stainless Single Six w/ fixed sights ('baby vaquero'). A little mother's polish and it shines like a mirror now. I never knew single action revolvers could be so fun.

[elderboy02]

Most recent purchase:
http://photos-d.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v3763/44/56/6205133/n6205133_41961275_1383389.jpg

6 1/2" Glossy Stainless Single Six w/ fixed sights ('baby vaquero'). A little mother's polish and it shines like a mirror now. I never knew single action revolvers could be so fun.

Nice pickup!

[Bruins Fan]

Most recent purchase:
http://photos-d.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v3763/44/56/6205133/n6205133_41961275_1383389.jpg

6 1/2" Glossy Stainless Single Six w/ fixed sights ('baby vaquero'). A little mother's polish and it shines like a mirror now. I never knew single action revolvers could be so fun.
Nice, I love that gun, I need to pick one up my grand kid wants to go plinking, all my stuff is a little to big :)

[gpugliese]

http://gregpugliese.com/arlower.jpg

5.56 upper comes in next week, and I recently got in a Ciener .22 conversion (hence the black dog magazine). Can't wait!

[JE3146]

http://gregpugliese.com/arlower.jpg

5.56 upper comes in next week, and I recently got in a Ciener .22 conversion (hence the black dog magazine). Can't wait!

Let me know how the black dog mag works out. I've been eyeballing them for my M261 kit. :)

[weak_link]

Well I shot that old Remington Model 81 today and my shoulder is officially p.o.'d at me. Makes an old Mossin Nagant seem like a .22. The thing bit my thumb while loading it, then it proceeded to pound my shoulder into mince meat after only one 5 shot group. Aluminium butt plate didn't help and I sure could have used a shoulder pad. Yah, I'm'a wuss. Said 'thank you very much for the experience' and laid it back down in order to spend some quality time with my other guns. :r

[Diesel Kinevel]

I was thinking of a local board, www.mdshooters.com

very good site. If you get on there I have the same username:D

[BamBam]

Alright fellas here's the deal.

I really want an AR-15. I have an offer on the table to buy a Colt for $1500.

I have never done much work on firearms besides field stripping them for cleaning.

I am sorta interested in building my own...but only if it would be cheaper to do so.

What do you think...good deal on the Colt or should I get to building???

Also can you guys point me to some good resources on how to build one and a good place for parts if you think that is the avenue I should go.

Thanks Gents

[BamBam]

Also...I took my new KelTec P11 out today and put 30 rounds through it. Shot great. It didn't jam or stove pipe or anything like that. I wish I could have put more rounds through it but didn't have the time. I just wanted to see if I could get it to malfunction.

The last 10 rounds I shot very quickly in succession trying to make it malfunction. It did well in that little test. For the price I got it for I am very happy.

[AAlmeter]

Alright fellas here's the deal.

I really want an AR-15. I have an offer on the table to buy a Colt for $1500.

I have never done much work on firearms besides field stripping them for cleaning.

I am sorta interested in building my own...but only if it would be cheaper to do so.

What do you think...good deal on the Colt or should I get to building???

Also can you guys point me to some good resources on how to build one and a good place for parts if you think that is the avenue I should go.

Thanks Gents

Check out AR15.com for info and their equipmen exchange section. I'm finishing up a build of my own, and they've been a great resource.

I'd put $1500 in the ballpark for what Ive seen them going for, but prices are high and fluctuate a lot on all guns lately.

And building your own is not as difficult as one might think if youre mechanically inclined.

[gpugliese]

$1500 is high right now, but if you really aren't good with your hands, it may be worth it. The hardest part is assembling the lower parts kit, and there's a thorough walkthrough on arfcom (http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=3&f=4&t=226782) if you want to look into it. You could build an upper from scratch which would be a little more complicated, but they are generally available complete or complete minus a bolt carrier group, which just slides in place.

Here's what I have into my AR build so far:

Stripped Lower: $150
Lower Parts Kit: $75 (retail for $50ish if you can find one in stock, $80-100 on EE.AR15)
Stock: $75
5.56 Upper w/ charging handle: $515
5.56 BCG: $125
Rear Iron Sight: $40
PMag: $20
Total: ~ $1000

Extras that are optional:
.22 Ciener Conversion: $125
Extra .22 Magazine: $30

The biggest variance will come in your optics choices. Most uppers have a front sight built into the gas block, which saves you money if you want to use iron sights. Scopes & mounting hardware will vary across the board depending on how much you want to spend. You could also get an upper with a built in or removable carry handle, which takes care of the rear iron sight.

It's all the little accessories that start adding up. New trigger, trigger guard, forend grip, free floating rails, compensators, etc.

You also have to consider the time it takes to accrue all of these parts right now when the demand is through the roof. Most manufacturers are back ordered several months on uppers. I got lucky and found a small store in Missouri that got some CMMG uppers in stock for a good price. LPKs are very hard to find in stock, but there are many on arfcom's EE at a hefty premium. All of the other accessories will vary depending on the popularity. Magpul stuff is in high demand, etc. Stripped lowers were hard to find for a while, but a few local stores seem to have a steady supply of them as of late.

[JE3146]

$1500 is high right now, but if you really aren't good with your hands, it may be worth it. The hardest part is assembling the lower parts kit, and there's a thorough walkthrough on arfcom (http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=3&f=4&t=226782) if you want to look into it. You could build an upper from scratch which would be a little more complicated, but they are generally available complete or complete minus a bolt carrier group, which just slides in place.

Here's what I have into my AR build so far:

Stripped Lower: $150
Lower Parts Kit: $75 (retail for $50ish if you can find one in stock, $80-100 on EE.AR15)
Stock: $75
5.56 Upper w/ charging handle: $515
5.56 BCG: $125
Rear Iron Sight: $40
PMag: $20
Total: ~ $1000

Extras that are optional:
.22 Ciener Conversion: $125
Extra .22 Magazine: $30

The biggest variance will come in your optics choices. Most uppers have a front sight built into the gas block, which saves you money if you want to use iron sights. Scopes & mounting hardware will vary across the board depending on how much you want to spend. You could also get an upper with a built in or removable carry handle, which takes care of the rear iron sight.

It's all the little accessories that start adding up. New trigger, trigger guard, forend grip, free floating rails, compensators, etc.

You also have to consider the time it takes to accrue all of these parts right now when the demand is through the roof. Most manufacturers are back ordered several months on uppers. I got lucky and found a small store in Missouri that got some CMMG uppers in stock for a good price. LPKs are very hard to find in stock, but there are many on arfcom's EE at a hefty premium. All of the other accessories will vary depending on the popularity. Magpul stuff is in high demand, etc. Stripped lowers were hard to find for a while, but a few local stores seem to have a steady supply of them as of late.

You have rear iron sight for 40$, then necessitate a PMAG for 20$?

I think your numbers are a bit off. And anyone paying 515$ /w charging handle for an upper without a BCG is essentially paying over 355$ on a barrel. Total ripoff. Granted as you said, everything is a ripoff.

My advice... get a lower now. Pay the 150$ + FFL transfer. Get in line for a kit at a reputable retailer. Wait the 6 months to get the kit. Then assemble with one of the many assembly guides floating on the net. Mine inclusive.

Get yourself an A3 upper on that kit, but stick with iron sights. Learn the weapon and don't go magpul crazy or accessorize the hell out of it straight out of the gate. Spend the money on ammo and learn how to fire it. Accessorize later when you figure out what works and what doesn't. Don't get caught up in the AR15.com bandwagon where you're not cool unless you have a Larue quad rail, ACOG, and Magpul trim.

[gpugliese]

The $40 iron sight was the cheapest I could find until I can find optics I like. As for the upper pricing, as overpriced as it is, it's really the only thing available right now. Unless you get lucky and catch something in stock within minutes of it being available or you have a back order come in.

Midway, BCM and a few of the other online sites that offer email stock notification all sell out within minutes of something arriving in stock.

[Junior]

Check out AR15.com for info and their equipmen exchange section. I'm finishing up a build of my own, and they've been a great resource.

I'd put $1500 in the ballpark for what Ive seen them going for, but prices are high and fluctuate a lot on all guns lately.

And building your own is not as difficult as one might think if youre mechanically inclined.

:tpd:

I built mine from guides on AR15.com. It is a pretty simple deal. I will give you one tip. When putting in the roll pins use tape around where they go in to keep from messing up the finish on it. It took me about a half hour to put my first on together, and about half that the second time.

Check out JT Distributors for parts and uppers. I have a Doublestar lower as well as a Spikes Lower they are both very good. The last I checked AIM had the Doublestars at around $105ish, but that has been a while but after the election. Also check out Brownells and Midway USA. If you are going to order a bunch of parts get your C&R FFL it will get you discounts at a lot of places, and was only $30 when I got mine.

[AAlmeter]

To give you an idea of mine...

Stag lower $120

LPK $80

DMPS Complete Upper (BCG, Charging, Chrome 1:9, .223) $600

Pre ban 30rd mags $14ea


I'm swapping my bbl (shown in the pic posted earlier) for a post-ban legal one and should recoup a few dollars once I sell my 16" w/ flash supp.


Just need to swap the new bbl and install a rear sight and I'm good. Like Jordan said, as time goes on and I become more experienced with the rifle as well as hopefully get more hands-on experience with others' rifles, I'll start shopping for some of the optics choices...which can be pricey. Than and I'd like a quad rail fore-end...so I can mount one of these...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ljd_hUxCfI

[Junior]

I'll start shopping for some of the optics choices...which can be pricey. Than and I'd like a quad rail fore-end...so I can mount one of these...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ljd_hUxCfI

As far as optics I have used a Aimpoint, and EoTech, and prefer the EOTech over the aimpoint.

[JE3146]

A Credit Card bill was passed by the senate today, which oddly enough contained a clause allowing the concealed carry of firearms in national parks. It's expected to pass the House and be signed off by Obama with no opposition.

:D

[Mark C]

No posts in the last month? That ain't right...

I'm looking for a lever action rifle, leaning towards Marlin 336, any opinions?

[smokeyandthebandit05]

No posts in the last month? That ain't right...

I'm looking for a lever action rifle, leaning towards Marlin 336, any opinions?



I recently bought one used and love the thing. I havent had a chance to shoot it yet :( but I love the design of the rifle. The Winchester 94's are all side feed and top ejection, the Marlins are side feed and side ejection. The side ejection is much better as there is a lesser chance of the hot casing hitting you. What will you be using this rifle for?


This is what I have
http://www.marlinfirearms.com/firearms/centerfire/336A.asp

[Trumpet]

After being redirected here (Thanks NC) I'm a little late to the party here. However, I just don't know if I can't post any more gun p**n on "Puff"...I mean c'mon...PUFF?!
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[Trumpet]

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[Trumpet]

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[Trumpet]

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[Trumpet]

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[Mark C]

I recently bought one used and love the thing. I havent had a chance to shoot it yet :( but I love the design of the rifle. The Winchester 94's are all side feed and top ejection, the Marlins are side feed and side ejection. The side ejection is much better as there is a lesser chance of the hot casing hitting you. What will you be using this rifle for?


This is what I have
http://www.marlinfirearms.com/firearms/centerfire/336A.asp

I'm not a hunter, just looking for a fun target gun. I've got a few .22s already, want something bigger/different.

[Trumpet]

I'm not a hunter, just looking for a fun target gun. I've got a few .22s already, want something bigger/different.

If you're looking for a "target" gun, a lever action ain't it. Sure they're fun, but they're not known for being tack-drivers, and while the ammo isn't hard to find, it's not generally inexpensive (then again, no ammo is inexpensive right now) to shoot. However, leveractions are really cool.

If you're looking for something for longer range casual target shooting, consider looking at a scoped bolt gun in .223 or .308. Better yet, buy a Garand from the CMP and a bunch of ammo. That would satisfy the longer range target shooting and the shorter range plinking needs quite nicely. There's just something about a Garand:2

Where in MD are you?

[Trumpet]

I agree with the above. Too bad I lost all my firearms in a boating accident... Only one little .22 plinker left.

On another note, I love the Kimber and h&k p0_rn. I'm looking into getting a Kimber Desert Warrior and h&k USP Compact within the next year.

Does Lumpy know you're using his avatar? ;)

[Mark C]

If you're looking for a "target" gun, a lever action ain't it. Sure they're fun, but they're not known for being tack-drivers, and while the ammo isn't hard to find, it's not generally inexpensive (then again, no ammo is inexpensive right now) to shoot. However, leveractions are really cool.

If you're looking for something for longer range casual target shooting, consider looking at a scoped bolt gun in .223 or .308. Better yet, buy a Garand from the CMP and a bunch of ammo. That would satisfy the longer range target shooting and the shorter range plinking needs quite nicely. There's just something about a Garand:2

Where in MD are you?

I realize bolt guns are more accurate than lever, that's fine with me. I've got a benchrest 10/22 to scratch the 'tack driver' itch, there's just something about the old school lever action that's calling to me. What I meant by 'target' is that I'll be shooting at paper only, 'minute of paper plate' is good enough for me right now. I was reading up on the Marlin 45-70 lever gun earlier today, now I'm thinking big bore lever would be even more fun :)

Garand would be great, but out of my price range. I do have a milsurp itch also, I've got a C&R app waiting to be mailed and plans for a Mosin as soon as the paperwork comes back.

I'm in Harford county, little ways outside of Aberdeen. Where're you? I'm using the same name at www.mdshooters.com, great forum for all things firearms in MD. Check it out if you haven't already.

[Trumpet]

I realize bolt guns are more accurate than lever, that's fine with me. I've got a benchrest 10/22 to scratch the 'tack driver' itch, there's just something about the old school lever action that's calling to me. What I meant by 'target' is that I'll be shooting at paper only, 'minute of paper plate' is good enough for me right now. I was reading up on the Marlin 45-70 lever gun earlier today, now I'm thinking big bore lever would be even more fun :)

Garand would be great, but out of my price range. I do have a milsurp itch also, I've got a C&R app waiting to be mailed and plans for a Mosin as soon as the paperwork comes back.

I'm in Harford county, little ways outside of Aberdeen. Where're you? I'm using the same name at www.mdshooters.com, great forum for all things firearms in MD. Check it out if you haven't already.

CMP prices should put a Garand within reach...less than a Marlin 45-70. I'm down here in Brandywine. I'm also "Trumpet" on MDshooters although I spend more time at ARFCOM

[Wolfgang]

Monte 2 and Springfield XDM Makes Wolfie a happy boy.

http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m135/wolfgang8810/Agoodday.jpg

[Trumpet]

I realize bolt guns are more accurate than lever, that's fine with me. I've got a benchrest 10/22 to scratch the 'tack driver' itch, there's just something about the old school lever action that's calling to me. What I meant by 'target' is that I'll be shooting at paper only, 'minute of paper plate' is good enough for me right now. I was reading up on the Marlin 45-70 lever gun earlier today, now I'm thinking big bore lever would be even more fun :)

Garand would be great, but out of my price range. I do have a milsurp itch also, I've got a C&R app waiting to be mailed and plans for a Mosin as soon as the paperwork comes back.

I'm in Harford county, little ways outside of Aberdeen. Where're you? I'm using the same name at www.mdshooters.com, great forum for all things firearms in MD. Check it out if you haven't already.

This is more than you were looking to spend, but for a complete package (rifle/scope/harris bipod/stock pack) it's a pretty good deal...

http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=7&f=93&t=696489

[giono2]

Monte 2 and Springfield XDM Makes Wolfie a happy boy.


How do you like the XDM, and what caliber did you get? I'm currently looking at it in 9mm.

[Mark C]

CMP prices should put a Garand within reach...less than a Marlin 45-70. I'm down here in Brandywine. I'm also "Trumpet" on MDshooters although I spend more time at ARFCOM

I took a look and some of the lower grades are pretty affordable, but the descriptions don't sound all that great. Are they really as bad as CMP makes 'em sound? I'm talking about the rack/field/service grade stock.

[Wolfgang]

How do you like the XDM, and what caliber did you get? I'm currently looking at it in 9mm.It wasnt mine. Bt it was chambered in .45 I believe. The grip was too long to be a comfortable CCW.

[elderboy02]

I want to get a Remington 700 in a .308 chambering. The only thing keeping me from getting one is a lack of good ranges around by me. The place I shoot at is only 25 yards :mad:

[TanithT]

What's the legality of putting guns in the WTS/T area here? I have an annoying number of collector's rifles that I really don't need.

[elderboy02]

What's the legality of putting guns in the WTS/T area here? I have an annoying number of collector's rifles that I really don't need.

The mods won't allow it.

See rule 8: http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=65

[replicant_argent]

What's the legality of putting guns in the WTS/T area here? I have an annoying number of collector's rifles that I really don't need.

Not horribly kosher, I would guess, the ToE would probably not like to incur any kind of legal liablility.

[pnoon]

What's the legality of putting guns in the WTS/T area here? I have an annoying number of collector's rifles that I really don't need.

No go. From the sticky aptly named "Rules for wts/wtb/wtt threads"




We have also had to restrict any trading or selling of firearms or firearm accessories and alcohol items.

[TanithT]

Understood and respected.

[pnoon]

Understood and respected.

Much appreciated.

[elderboy02]

Anyone know of a site that has Speer Gold Dots in stock? I am running low on .38spl +p Gold Dots and the only site I can find that has them in stock is AmmunitionToGo and they are a bit overpriced.

[replicant_argent]

Anyone know of a site that has Speer Gold Dots in stock? I am running low on .38spl +p Gold Dots and the only site I can find that has them in stock is AmmunitionToGo and they are a bit overpriced.

This might help you out, brother.
http://www.ammoengine.com/find/ammo/.38_Special

[elderboy02]

This might help you out, brother.
http://www.ammoengine.com/find/ammo/.38_Special

Thanks for the website. :tu Surprisingly, I have not seen that site before.

[Trumpet]

I took a look and some of the lower grades are pretty affordable, but the descriptions don't sound all that great. Are they really as bad as CMP makes 'em sound? I'm talking about the rack/field/service grade stock.

As a CMP customer, it's pretty safe to say the undergrade their rifles. Yes the stocks can be a little dinged, but in 90+% of the cases it's from storage. BUT when you consider what you see at gunshows ad gunshops (which are usually CMP rifles being marked up a lot) they are a steal. They are a wonderful piece American history, will appreciate in value (Stay AWAY from the new SA INC Garands. SA INC has NOTHING to do with the old Springfield Armory), and are a blast to shoot. They always get attention at the range. FWIW, I believe the CMP also still has M1 carbines and Mossberg M44 .22 Trainers in stock. I am a loyal CMP customer. I just need to get some Garand pics.

[floydpink]

Anyone know of a site that has Speer Gold Dots in stock? I am running low on .38spl +p Gold Dots and the only site I can find that has them in stock is AmmunitionToGo and they are a bit overpriced.

Ammo to go is the only place I have been able to find the Short Barrel Gold dots as well and unless I am reading it wrong, Replicant's link directs you to them....

[Trumpet]

another good source for ammo prices etc.

http://www.gun-deals.com/ammo.php

[Junior]

I realize bolt guns are more accurate than lever, that's fine with me. I've got a benchrest 10/22 to scratch the 'tack driver' itch, there's just something about the old school lever action that's calling to me. What I meant by 'target' is that I'll be shooting at paper only, 'minute of paper plate' is good enough for me right now. I was reading up on the Marlin 45-70 lever gun earlier today, now I'm thinking big bore lever would be even more fun :)

Garand would be great, but out of my price range. I do have a milsurp itch also, I've got a C&R app waiting to be mailed and plans for a Mosin as soon as the paperwork comes back.

I'm in Harford county, little ways outside of Aberdeen. Where're you? I'm using the same name at www.mdshooters.com, great forum for all things firearms in MD. Check it out if you haven't already.

a lot of the cowboy action shooters use the 45-70 guns in long range stuff. Somewhere in the 300 yard range, and smaller targets.

[Trumpet]

a lot of the cowboy action shooters use the 45-70 guns in long range stuff. Somewhere in the 300 yard range, and smaller targets.

When I did SASS, the 38-55 was more popular for the long range stuff. Lighter recoil, flatter shooting, yada yada. 45-70 is a blast, but unless you reload, you better have some deeeep pockets.

You could look at a Winchester 1895 in 30-06 (Mmmmmmmm), but then you're in new custom AR-15, pristine collector grade M1 Garands, etc.

You might want to take a look at a Marlin 1894 Cowboy (I loved mine) in .357 or .45LC. Also, the Rossi Puma is a VERY nice levergun and doesn't have the historically incorrect and ugly crossbolt safety.

[TheManWithNoName]

Well today I took my new Glock 36 (Subcompact, slim single-stack mag, 6+1 .45 ACP capacity) down to the range for its second session, and BOTL Aldrin (s0leful0ne) and another friend came along. Well, the G36 now has 125 rounds through it, 230 grain cheap FMJ's and hollow points, and has been absolutely perfect. :tu I mean not one problem at all. I had read online how some people had trouble with stiff magazine springs and not being able to load the last few rounds: absolutely not an issue. I did load the mags up and let them sit for two days before I used them, but even that first day it was not a problem. For such a light gun, it handles the big .45's recoil very well, with tight groupings out at 7 yards. I would recommend this G36 to anyone and everyone, it is by a small margin the slimmest Glock made and has excellent carry dimensions (only 1.13" wide). :dance:

Now this was Aldrin's very first shooting session, and I am pleased to have been there. The man was a champ. He started off with a .22 Ruger Mk II or something that was jam city until the employee came and cleaned it for him, but he got his safety mindset, grip and stance down cold and was very accurate a good ways past the 7 yard mark. Then he made a bit (:banger) of a jump and went straight from the .22 to my .45 with no problem. Handled it like a champ. Since he was understandably underwhelmed by the .22 we also rented a Sig P226 9mm which he handled and fired like a pro. Hopefully we'll get some Gator shooting herfs going once a month or so and make this a regular deal.

So bottom line: love my G36. Probably won't buy anything else for several years at least because I'm so happy with it. Had a great time shooting with Aldrin, was really glad to be able to help him try this experience since he's been so generous pushing me down the cigar slope and smacked me hard with a great selection of cigars for my birthday a few weeks ago. Hopefully we'll be going back soon with fellow Gator BOTL Mike (UFPowerSmoker320) who'll also get to handle Mr. 36. Anyway just thought I'd let y'all know what kind of Friday we can pull off around here sometimes :ss.

P.S. If y'all .45 Auto fans want to weigh in here with advice on ammo, please do. Right now I have 165 grain Glaser/Safety Slug +P Pow'R Ball (polymer-ball capped hollowpoints, yeah that's a ***** of a name) in one mag and Remington Golden Saber 230 grain hollowpoints in the other (tested a box of these today, no problems). Feel confident about the both of them.

[elderboy02]

^ Cool :tu

I too love the Glocks. I have the G20 (10mm) which is loads of fun and the G23 (.40)

[TheManWithNoName]

^ Cool :tu

I too love the Glocks. I have the G20 (10mm) which is loads of fun and the G23 (.40)

True that man, want to shoot that 10mm soon, hear it's really a powerhouse. :tu

[s0leful0ne]

Well today I took my new Glock 36 (Subcompact, slim single-stack mag, 6+1 .45 ACP capacity) down to the range for its second session, and BOTL Aldrin (s0leful0ne) and another friend came along. Well, the G36 now has 125 rounds through it, 230 grain cheap FMJ's and hollow points, and has been absolutely perfect. :tu I mean not one problem at all. I had read online how some people had trouble with stiff magazine springs and not being able to load the last few rounds: absolutely not an issue. I did load the mags up and let them sit for two days before I used them, but even that first day it was not a problem. For such a light gun, it handles the big .45's recoil very well, with tight groupings out at 7 yards. I would recommend this G36 to anyone and everyone, it is by a small margin the slimmest Glock made and has excellent carry dimensions (only 1.13" wide). :dance:

Now this was Aldrin's very first shooting session, and I am pleased to have been there. The man was a champ. He started off with a .22 Ruger Mk II or something that was jam city until the employee came and cleaned it for him, but he got his safety mindset, grip and stance down cold and was very accurate a good ways past the 7 yard mark. Then he made a bit (:banger) of a jump and went straight from the .22 to my .45 with no problem. Handled it like a champ. Since he was understandably underwhelmed by the .22 we also rented a Sig P226 9mm which he handled and fired like a pro. Hopefully we'll get some Gator shooting herfs going once a month or so and make this a regular deal.

So bottom line: love my G36. Probably won't buy anything else for several years at least because I'm so happy with it. Had a great time shooting with Aldrin, was really glad to be able to help him try this experience since he's been so generous pushing me down the cigar slope and smacked me hard with a great selection of cigars for my birthday a few weeks ago. Hopefully we'll be going back soon with fellow Gator BOTL Mike (UFPowerSmoker320) who'll also get to handle Mr. 36. Anyway just thought I'd let y'all know what kind of Friday we can pull off around here sometimes :ss.

P.S. If y'all .45 Auto fans want to weigh in here with advice on ammo, please do. Right now I have 165 grain Glaser/Safety Slug +P Pow'R Ball (polymer-ball capped hollowpoints, yeah that's a ***** of a name) in one mag and Remington Golden Saber 230 grain hollowpoints in the other (tested a box of these today, no problems). Feel confident about the both of them.

when can we go again?

:)

[elderboy02]

True that man, want to shoot that 10mm soon, hear it's really a powerhouse. :tu

Surprisingly, the recoil isn't that bad. I feel it is more than the .40, but less than a .357 mag

:gn

[elderboy02]

Also, thanks to the team of 11 for giving us a gun smiley! :tu

:gn

[Junior]

When I did SASS, the 38-55 was more popular for the long range stuff. Lighter recoil, flatter shooting, yada yada. 45-70 is a blast, but unless you reload, you better have some deeeep pockets.

You could look at a Winchester 1895 in 30-06 (Mmmmmmmm), but then you're in new custom AR-15, pristine collector grade M1 Garands, etc.

You might want to take a look at a Marlin 1894 Cowboy (I loved mine) in .357 or .45LC. Also, the Rossi Puma is a VERY nice levergun and doesn't have the historically incorrect and ugly crossbolt safety.

I like the Marlin Cowboy, but wouldn't use the Rossi for more that a paperweight. My favorite lever gun is my Cimarron 1866 carbine with a complete racegun action job, and short stroke kit. It is smooth as butter.

My problem with the Rossi is that it is unreliable as all get out. I have seen more people have problems with them at shoots than any other gun.

[Trumpet]

I like the Marlin Cowboy, but wouldn't use the Rossi for more that a paperweight. My favorite lever gun is my Cimarron 1866 carbine with a complete racegun action job, and short stroke kit. It is smooth as butter.

My problem with the Rossi is that it is unreliable as all get out. I have seen more people have problems with them at shoots than any other gun.

Yeah, I should have specified that the Rossi is only good if it's been worked over. I've been out of SASS for a while, and I don't remember the guy's name, but there's a guy who specialized in Rossis and does one smokin' job on them.

[Mark C]

I'm still waiting and watching for a good deal on a Marlin to come along... but just agreed to buy a Mosin 91/30 from another local guy. Can't wait to pick it up this weekend.

[Trumpet]

I'm still waiting and watching for a good deal on a Marlin to come along... but just agreed to buy a Mosin 91/30 from another local guy. Can't wait to pick it up this weekend.

LOVE my M44. BOOOOOM! They're lots of fun and suprisingly accurate

[Bruins Fan]

Two of my hunting guns.
Top Mossberg 500 that I bought when steel shot went into affect.
I painted the stock and traded a goose for the parkerizing job.
Bottom is a 1948 Winchester model 12 my upland game gun, I been shooting this one for over 40 seasons, yeah I'm an old bastage :D
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v257/bigcat988/guns001.jpg

[elderboy02]

Two of my hunting guns.
Top Mossberg 500 that I bought when steel shot went into affect.
I painted the stock and traded a goose for the parkerizing job.
Bottom is a 1948 Winchester model 12 my upland game gun, I been shooting this one for over 40 seasons, yeah I'm an old bastage :D
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v257/bigcat988/guns001.jpg

Nice! I am thinking about picking up a Mossberg. :gn

[Bruins Fan]

Mossbergs are the Timex of guns, I have filled it with mud, used it as a canoe paddle, clean it and your good to go.
I don't think there is a another gun more reliable?
I know they had the military contract for years.

[JE3146]

Mossbergs are the Timex of guns, I have filled it with mud, used it as a canoe paddle, clean it and your good to go.
I don't think there is a another gun more reliable?
I know they had the military contract for years.

*cough*.... automat kalashnikov 47 ;)

[elderboy02]

*cough*.... automat kalashnikov 47 ;)

*cough* Glocks :tu

[JE3146]

*cough* Glocks :tu

Yea but try using a glock as a canoe paddle :r

[elderboy02]

Yea but try using a glock as a canoe paddle :r

You can use a Hi-Point as a paddle. Those things are big and fugly. :r

[BC-Axeman]

You can use a Hi-Point as a paddle. Those things are big and fugly. :r
That got me to laugh. :)

[Trumpet]

*cough* Glocks :tu

*cough* Ka-boom!

:fu

[elderboy02]

*cough* Ka-boom!

:fu

Hater :hf

[Trumpet]

Hater :hf

Actually, I love my G19. More of a 1911 guy though.....altough I want an M&P

[elderboy02]

Actually, I love my G19. More of a 1911 guy though.....altough I want an M&P

I have the M&P 9mm. I hate to admit it b/c I am a Glock fanboy, but I
think it shoots better than the Glock.
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[Junior]

The M&P is great, I love mine. They only have one downfall. They have a habit of rusting a little bit if you don't keep the oiled. With that all said alot of the local LEOs are going to them. Shooting a Fish & Wildlife officer sold me on mine.

[BC-Axeman]

The M&P is great, I love mine. They only have one downfall. They have a habit of rusting a little bit if you don't keep the oiled. With that all said alot of the local LEOs are going to them. Shooting a Fish & Wildlife officer sold me on mine.
:eek:What!?!

[Junior]

:eek:What!?!

It was late. I meant shooting with an F&W officer. Wow no more post after 10 for me.

I was at a family birthday party last weekend, and my nephew came up to me to show me his new 380 that he thought was the greatest thing. Guess what brand it was.

That’s right it was a jimenez arms 380. I hope he is just planning on trying to hit them in the head with it.

[elderboy02]

It was late. I meant shooting with an F&W officer. Wow no more post after 10 for me.

I was at a family birthday party last weekend, and my nephew came up to me to show me his new 380 that he thought was the greatest thing. Guess what brand it was.

That’s right it was a jimenez arms 380. I hope he is just planning on trying to hit them in the head with it.

:rolleyes: Not only is it a poor caliber, it is a junk gun.

I hope it works for him

[Thrak]

The .380 has its place... I wouldnt call it a poor caliber, especially with todays modern ammo.

[elderboy02]

The .380 has its place... I wouldnt call it a poor caliber, especially with todays modern ammo.

Point taken,

When I have time, I will try to find the link from ar15.com where a member on there had a crazy lady come into his work. His boss unloaded an entire mag of .380 on her and didn't kill her.

I will look tonight.

But, you can say that all ammo has some problems with it. I can see that the .380 has its place, just not something I will trust my life with.

[ahc4353]

Had her out yesterday so I took a couple new ones. Still yet to be fired!

http://i656.photobucket.com/albums/uu282/yukonxl/Guns/P1020233.jpg

http://i656.photobucket.com/albums/uu282/yukonxl/Guns/P1020231.jpg

http://i656.photobucket.com/albums/uu282/yukonxl/Guns/P1020232.jpg

[elderboy02]

Very nice Al! :tu

:gn

[Wolfgang]

I agree! Awesome piece Al. I have never had the opportunity to shoot a 1911 style gun I have wanted to but just not been lucky enough to.

On another Note I picked up a Glock 27 yesterday to get geared up for my CWP :wo

[gpugliese]

Al, how'd you manage to get the Kimber in Mass ... private sale?

I'd love to pick up a 1911, but options are limited here.

[floydpink]

I freakin love that Kimber. Rolls Royce of handguns right there.

[Mark C]

That first pic is great, I'd love to have one of each :)

On a related note, albeit the opposite end of the spectrum, this was my pick up today:
http://photos-a.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs152.snc1/5653_759580662163_6205133_43108224_2213401_n.jpg
1943 Izhevsk M91/30

[smokeyandthebandit05]

Had her out yesterday so I took a couple new ones. Still yet to be fired!http://i656.photobucket.com/albums/uu282/yukonxl/Guns/P1020232.jpg



SOOOOO SEXY! :dr

[elderboy02]

I agree! Awesome piece Al. I have never had the opportunity to shoot a 1911 style gun I have wanted to but just not been lucky enough to.

On another Note I picked up a Glock 27 yesterday to get geared up for my CWP :wo

Glock 27's are great. I personally love the .40 S&W round.

[Cigarcop]

I freakin love that Kimber. Rolls Royce of handguns right there.

Thats a Bold statement, not sure I agree though :2

[TripleF]

I love this thread!!! :banger Only wish I wouldn't have spent the last 27 years of my life away from guns. :mad:

[ahc4353]

Al, how'd you manage to get the Kimber in Mass ... private sale?

I'd love to pick up a 1911, but options are limited here.

I'm in NJ. I got it from a vendor I deal with at work a couple of years ago. One of those once in a lifetime deals you just can't pass on.

[smokeyandthebandit05]

I'm in NJ. I got it from a vendor I deal with at work a couple of years ago. One of those once in a lifetime deals you just can't pass on.

Al where in NJ do u live?

[BamBam]

Just bought me a Ruger LCP .380

I have wanted one for a while and just decided to buy one on the spot while looking for a holster for another gun. I love the LCP because it is so compact it's like you don't even notice you're carrying it. I'm finding myself not carrying more and more because it's not comfortable to do so...and that's not good. I know it's a smaller caliber but it's better than not carrying at all.

My next purchase is gonna be a nice .45. I would love a Kimber but also really like Glocks.....especially the price. We'll see. Anyways....this thread needed a bump :banger

[Roland of Gilead]

I was f'ing around with the camera today and took this shot that I really like.

http://m-mason.smugmug.com/photos/619231312_L43pk-L.jpg

This one is okay too.

http://m-mason.smugmug.com/photos/619197520_2akdJ-L.jpg


-Roland.

[elderboy02]

I love those pictures :banger

[macms]

My new shotty. Mossy 590 A1 9 shot

I replaced the forend with an ATI forend/picatinny rail and attached a LED light.

Ordered a single-point sling from Wilderness

http://store.thewilderness.com/index.php?cPath=72_1_8

Last thing will be new ghost ring sights and I'm done with her.

http://www.cfrhn.com/CA/images/590.JPG

http://www.cfrhn.com/CA/images/590_1.JPG

http://www.cfrhn.com/CA/images/590_2.JPG

[elderboy02]

Very nice Fred! :) Ghost rings will look great on that shotty! :gn

[dogface_313]

Looking through these I got some ideas for pics.

[elderboy02]

Very nice Ryan! :) Which brand of AR is that? I can't tell if that is a 16 or 20" barrel. I am going to guess a 20". Also, is that a Hogue oversized rubber grip?

Is that a GLOCK 27?

[dogface_313]

Sorry, I re-sized the pics and they ended up smaller than I thought. It is a G19.
As far as the AR goes, it is something I put together. It is an LMT 16" carbine Upper, i then got an LMT lower, with their part kit. Kit included a two stage match trigger, and the Hogue grip. BCG is also LMT. The rail system is a MI extended carbine Free Float, and the BUIS is the MI same plane. Didn't intend it to basically an MI/LMT build, but those are the parts I got for the money. It is my baby, 1 MOA accurate.

[elderboy02]

Sorry, I re-sized the pics and they ended up smaller than I thought. It is a G19.
As far as the AR goes, it is something I put together. It is an LMT 16" carbine Upper, i then got an LMT lower, with their part kit. Kit included a two stage match trigger, and the Hogue grip. BCG is also LMT. The rail system is a MI extended carbine Free Float, and the BUIS is the MI same plane. Didn't intend it to basically an MI/LMT build, but those are the parts I got for the money. It is my baby, 1 MOA accurate.

VERY NICE! You can't go wrong with LMT :gn

[BamBam]

I'm looking at getting a tactical shotgun. I originally was looking at Remington 870's but recently have been looking at the Mossberg 500 Tactical Persuader. I can get one for around $450 through an online vendor.

What are you guys thoughts on this gun?

[floydpink]

I have the Mossberg 500 Cruiser and like the feel a lot although I have only shot it a few times.

It is mainly for home defense and looks very similar to this one.

http://i217.photobucket.com/albums/cc266/rastapete69/mossberg_500_cruiser.jpg

[replicant_argent]

I did a little gunsmithing a couple of weeks ago and made the annoying bolt release on the new 10/22 a proper auto release instead of a cumbersome 4 and a half finger operation. It made me happy.

[coastietech]

My oldest son showing off my first EBR...

http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e163/coastietech/DSC_0381.jpg

http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e163/coastietech/DSC_0379.jpg

Remington 1100 Shotgun...

http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e163/coastietech/P1030072.jpg

The only handgun I will ever carry or trust my life to...

http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e163/coastietech/P1020812.jpg

[elderboy02]

I did a little gunsmithing a couple of weeks ago and made the annoying bolt release on the new 10/22 a proper auto release instead of a cumbersome 4 and a half finger operation. It made me happy.

I might have to do that to mine :)

Thanks for the idea.

[elderboy02]

Nice EBR, shotgun, and G19.

I too have a Glock and I trust my life with it. It is uber reliable.

[coastietech]

Nice EBR, shotgun, and G19.

I too have a Glock and I trust my life with it. It is uber reliable.

Thank you... I have a few others that I didn't post up. The gun that I have the most fun with is my Mosin by far.

I've swapped the trigger in the G19. I put a G17 trigger with a smooth trigger face and a 3 1/2 lb connector. It takes a little of the sponginess out of it and helps it break a little better.

[replicant_argent]

I might have to do that to mine :)

Thanks for the idea.

Extremely simple. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jl2n7V0-ac4 essentially the process, you might want to turn the sound down, just the first one I grabbed on youtube.

[elderboy02]

Extremely simple. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jl2n7V0-ac4 essentially the process, you might want to turn the sound down, just the first one I grabbed on youtube.

Thanks man!

[Junior]

I haven’t posted in here for a little while, so here are a couple.

An original Winchester 1897, built in 1897 according to the serial number. It has had a little work done to it.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v216/junior897/1897/1897-1.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v216/junior897/1897/1897-2.jpg

And here is a Cimarron 1866 carbine in 38spl. It has also had a little work done to it as well.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v216/junior897/Guns/1866-1.jpg

[smokeyandthebandit05]

I haven’t posted in here for a little while, so here are a couple.

An original Winchester 1897, built in 1897 according to the serial number. It has had a little work done to it.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v216/junior897/1897/1897-1.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v216/junior897/1897/1897-2.jpg

And here is a Cimarron 1866 carbine in 38spl. It has also had a little work done to it as well.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v216/junior897/Guns/1866-1.jpg

Nice shotgun and lever action!

I like the stock on the shotgun, is it the stock one or "after market"

[Junior]

It was refinished, shortened, and checkered when the race job was done on the rest of it.

[BamBam]

I'm looking for a good firearm forum. Does anyone have any suggestions?

Thanks

[elderboy02]

I'm looking for a good firearm forum. Does anyone have any suggestions?

Thanks

http://www.ar15.com

Also, since you are an Ohioan, check out http://www.ohioccwforums.org and Buckeye Firearms Association (www.buckeyefirearms.org)

:tu

[coastietech]

I'm looking for a good firearm forum. Does anyone have any suggestions?

Thanks

My suggestion would be www.2AForum.com. It's a small tight knit community, I help mod there. We have some very knowledgable people.

[dogface_313]

I second http://www.ar15.com. I actually found this forum from Ar15. just be careful of general discussion on there, it can be very tempting to get involved with some moronic conversations.

[GhostRyder]

ar15armory.com like ar15.com but without the drama

www.glocktalk.com

www.10mmtalk.com

Those are some of my favorites--ar15armory being my #1

[elderboy02]

I second http://www.ar15.com. I actually found this forum from Ar15. just be careful of general discussion on there, it can be very tempting to get involved with some moronic conversations.

What is your username on ARFCOM?

[floydpink]

I don't post much, but read a bit on firing line forums.

[GoodFella]

the 2 gun fourms im on deal more with a certin gun. XDs and ARs i use them more for info then any thing. seems that every one is just waiting to flame u for somthing. this thred is all u need:ss

[AAlmeter]

I second http://www.ar15.com. I actually found this forum from Ar15. just be careful of general discussion on there, it can be very tempting to get involved with some moronic conversations.

"this" ;s


ETA....tag

[Mark C]

I'm looking for a good firearm forum. Does anyone have any suggestions?

Thanks

I like these:

General: http://www.thehighroad.org

Ruger: http://www.rugerforum.com

Sig: http://www.sigforum.com

Rimfire: http://www.rimfirecentral.com

[dogface_313]

same user name

[Thrak]

Just cleaned 4 of my pistols today... man they were dirty. :D

[Wolfgang]

Has anyone ever used the Extreme Shock Air Freedom round? Just bought some for my carry weapon. Im fairly impressed with the demonstrations ive seen so far.

reason for buying houses her are close together and over penetration is a big issue.

[elderboy02]

Has anyone ever used the Extreme Shock Air Freedom round? Just bought some for my carry weapon. Im fairly impressed with the demonstrations ive seen so far.

reason for buying houses her are close together and over penetration is a big issue.

That stuff is pure crap. Please dispose of it now and get a real carry round. Seriously, I don't want you to lose your life due to an ineffective round.

I will get the link in just a sec.... hold on....

Edit: Here is the link: http://www.theboxotruth.com/docs/bot23.htm

[Wolfgang]

Any recommendations then? either 9mm or 40 S&W are my calibers. It could be worse though. I could have bought the CCI Shotshells.

[elderboy02]

Any recommendations then? either 9mm or 40 S&W are my calibers. It could be worse though. I could have bought the CCI Shotshells.

I use Speer GoldDot Hollowpoints and Federal HST.

Winchester Ranger SXT is also good.

[bonjing]

Another vote here for the Gold Dot's and the HST, that's all I use.

Gold Dot 124+p in the 228

http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/jj40/bonjing_album/IMG_0473-1.jpg