First Firearm Thread.

[funnymantrip]

Just had to put it up here. Looking at the pretty pictures was always so much fun.

[Footbag]

Would've been the first, but someones already selling UZI's in the WTT.

[livwire68]

I will be posting some pics tomorrow!:ss

[Ashcan Bill]

Well, I passed my first firearm on to my little brother years ago but I still have the first handgun I bought in '74.

Oh - you meant the first handgun thread! :ss

[cbsmokin]

Someone had to actually post a pic.

http://i111.photobucket.com/albums/n150/cbnat/IMG_1787.jpg

[Ashcan Bill]

Oh fine. You want a picture?

http://home.earthlink.net/~kohlmeier/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/mod28.jpg

S&W Model 28

Purchased new in December, 1974.

Still looks like the day I bought it. I've picked up a few more since then. :D

[TheRealJason]

I've got a Saiga 7.62x39mm that I converted to a pistol grip. Was a bit of a pain following the code to make it compliant, but it sure is nice :) Cheapest way to a brand new AK-47 I think!

I've still got to make the mods to have it accept the normal AK clips, but it's on the plate.

I'll get some pictures of it and it's buddies up soon.

[weak_link]

How about a plain-jane AR-15?

http://i353.photobucket.com/albums/r384/weak_link/IMG_0004.jpg?t=1224130322

and a Sig

http://i353.photobucket.com/albums/r384/weak_link/3226.jpg?t=1224130525

[DrDubzz]

I'll get pictures tomorrow

1916 Karls Gustav Swedish Mauser

[livwire68]

Someone had to actually post a pic.

http://i111.photobucket.com/albums/n150/cbnat/IMG_1787.jpg

Thats not even right, one still has tags on it! Either you just went out and bought it for the picture or you use it as a paper weight. O' wait it may be gangsta style, dont they always leave the tags on hats and clothes while they use them! :ss

[dmoby]

Glock Fan, G21 and 29; also have a Beretta 380, and S&W M&P 40 compact.

[Mark C]

Is that Sig a P6? I just bought one of those a few months back, the finish on mine is crap though, and the gun is older than I am, but it ought to work fine. Been too damn busy to go to the range though ::mad:

On that note, anyone know what I could use to fix up a worn finish?

[elderboy02]

Glock 23
http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z282/elderboy02/100_1447.jpg

S&W M&P 15
http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z282/elderboy02/100_1501.jpg

[N2Advnture]

Para-Ordnance P16 Limited Hi-Cap
Capacity: 16 + 1
Caliber: 40 S&W
Barrel Length: 5"
Action: Single
Sights: Adjustable rear, dovetailed front
Saftey: Ambidexterous
Color: Black matte finish in 99% condition!
Stock 10 round magazine
(4) Extra hi-cap magazines
Leather Galco holster
Safariland rig – includes belt, quick release holster & 3 quick release magazine holsters

[elderboy02]

This thread is awesome!

[livwire68]

Here are my handguns and less than half of my long guns!
http://i135.photobucket.com/albums/q139/livwire68/firearms001.jpg

http://i135.photobucket.com/albums/q139/livwire68/firearms003.jpg

[livwire68]

Long guns

http://i135.photobucket.com/albums/q139/livwire68/firearms005.jpg

http://i135.photobucket.com/albums/q139/livwire68/firearms007.jpg

[livwire68]

couple more!

http://i135.photobucket.com/albums/q139/livwire68/firearms006.jpg

http://i135.photobucket.com/albums/q139/livwire68/firearms004.jpg

[funnymantrip]

Kimbers


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In case the zombies come


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[elderboy02]

Kimbers


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In case the zombies come


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What is the country of origin on that AK Underfolder?

[barbourjay]

bought this and haven't done anything to it since the ban dropped. it's a lot of fun to shoot.

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o149/jaybarbour/p0000019.jpg

more of my collection

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o149/jaybarbour/p0000010.jpg

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o149/jaybarbour/1005071622a.jpg

own a few more than that.

[elderboy02]

What optic is that on your AR?

[barbourjay]

What optic is that on your AR?

trijicon accupoint mounted to a wilson combat tactical super sniper.



http://www.wilsoncombat.com/r_ss-15.asp

http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas/en/templates/product/standard-item.jsp?_DARGS=/cabelas/en/common/catalog/item-link.jsp_A&_DAV=froogle-cat602358&id=0044437712651a&navCount=1&podId=0044437&parentId=cat602358&masterpathid=&navAction=push&catalogCode=XJ&rid=&parentType=index&indexId=cat602358&hasJS=true

[weak_link]

What do you guys think of the Bushnell 3200 Elite optics? Looks like a good value for the price according to what I've read. Anyone actually own one that can confirm that?

[funnymantrip]

What is the country of origin on that AK Underfolder?


It's a Vector, got it 2 years ago.. It's built off a Polish kit. Though I did turn it a bit into a Mutt. with a new grip and the E. German Sling...


Question... I might be just a bit to new at this, how are you all posting your pictures nice and big. I can't get it to happen.

[Tikihut27]

Here you are, a nice selection of antiques.


http://photobucket.com/BazaarRifles

[sikk50]

Ill try and post pictures tomorrow, but I've had a Glock 22 since I turned 21 and my dad just gave me a Colt Combat Comander for my 22nd bday on Tuesday

[elderboy02]

It's a Vector, got it 2 years ago.. It's built off a Polish kit. Though I did turn it a bit into a Mutt. with a new grip and the E. German Sling...


Question... I might be just a bit to new at this, how are you all posting your pictures nice and big. I can't get it to happen.

Nice!

To get the pictures bigger, host the pictures on photobucket insted of on this site.

[funnymantrip]

http://i397.photobucket.com/albums/pp54/funnymantrip/kimbers001.jpg


This is better I think... thanks elderboy02

[skyhigh340]

Got to add mine:

http://i343.photobucket.com/albums/o444/skyhigh340/DSC00226.jpg

[elderboy02]

Nice USP collection!

[skyhigh340]

Thanks! Need to update though. Traded in my 45 compact for a 40s&w p2000sk.

[DPD6030]

I have a glock 23 for work. I also have a S&W .38 airweight and a Walther PPKS .380. I have a Remington 30.06 & 870 12 gauge. I have a Marlin .22 along with an old .22 revolver passed down through the family. I have a muzzleloader and a Benelli 3 1/2 12 gauge Super Nova (Duck's Unlimited version) along with a H&R 12 gauge slugmaster.

[cbsmokin]

Thats not even right, one still has tags on it! Either you just went out and bought it for the picture or you use it as a paper weight. O' wait it may be gangsta style, dont they always leave the tags on hats and clothes while they use them! :ss


I'm a poser, but I'm pretty fly for a white guy!

[elderboy02]

Anyone else stocking up on AR lowers in case that guy gets elected? I have 3 stripped lowers just in case.

[funnymantrip]

I have 2 and my buddy has 2. We will build together. Problem as I see it is, if this guy gets elected.. and his past history, it will be a turn in by x date or it's a felony.

That will bring up quite the quandry.

[Sancho]

Anyone else stocking up on AR lowers in case that guy gets elected? I have 3 stripped lowers just in case.

I may have stocked up on some recently ;)

Hoping to make one into a nice 9mm AR, use uzi mags and have a nice cheap to shoot plinker.

[elderboy02]

I have 2 and my buddy has 2. We will build together. Problem as I see it is, if this guy gets elected.. and his past history, it will be a turn in by x date or it's a felony.

That will bring up quite the quandry.

I ain't turning mine in :)

I don't think the bill would pass if you had to turn them in. I believe they would be grandfathered in if they were manufactured by a certain date.

[elderboy02]

There is another gun show in a few weeks by me. I might have to pick up another lower or 2 or 3 ;)

[theycallmedan'lboone]

I ain't turning mine in :)

I don't think the bill would pass if you had to turn them in. I believe they would be grandfathered in if they were manufactured by a certain date.

Molon Labe!

[elderboy02]

Molon Labe

Exactly! :) :fu :bx

[GhostRyder]

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.

[elderboy02]

I agree with the above. Too bad I lost all my firearms in a boating accident... ...

Oh yeah, I just remembered I lost all of mine on the Ohio River this past summer. :fl ;)

[cbsmokin]

Oh yeah, I just remembered I lost all of mine on the Ohio River this past summer. :fl ;)

What the hell did I do with that police report? :bh

[sikk50]

Ill try and post pictures tomorrow, but I've had a Glock 22 since I turned 21 and my dad just gave me a Colt Combat Comander for my 22nd bday on Tuesday

Sorry it took so long

http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk215/sikk50/054.jpg

[TripleF]

After 27 years of being away from guns and shooting I am returning to my heritage.


Recently I visited a friend in North Carloina who's husband had passed away. She gifted me these guns:

Remington Model 11 (made in March 1940) This is not a pic I took:
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc32/fishforfree2/107.jpg



And I was also gifted this Beretta Model 418 made in 1953:
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc32/fishforfree2/beretta.jpg




Also while in North Carlina, my brother in-law brought his Smith & WEsson 9mm and gave me the opportunity to shoot a handgun for the first time in my life:
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc32/fishforfree2/NCGUN3.jpg


Looking forward to bringing guns and shooting back into my life!!! :D

[CBI_2]

After 27 years of being away from guns and shooting I am returning to my heritage.


Recently I visited a friend in North Carloina who's husband had passed away. She gifted me these guns:

Remington Model 11 (made in March 1940) This is not a pic I took:
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc32/fishforfree2/107.jpg



And I was also gifted this Beretta Model 418 made in 1953:
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc32/fishforfree2/beretta.jpg




Also while in North Carlina, my brother in-law brought his Smith & WEsson 9mm and gave me the opportunity to shoot a handgun for the first time in my life:
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc32/fishforfree2/NCGUN3.jpg


Looking forward to bringing guns and shooting back into my life!!! :D
Awesome! Sweet pics.

[funnymantrip]

Sorry it took so long

http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk215/sikk50/054.jpg



Beautiful Colt.. I need a Colt being from Connecticut at all, but now I am goofy for a fusion firearm stainless bobtailed commander.

[elderboy02]

Sorry it took so long

http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk215/sikk50/054.jpg

:dr That is awesome!

After 27 years of being away from guns and shooting I am returning to my heritage.


Recently I visited a friend in North Carloina who's husband had passed away. She gifted me these guns:

Remington Model 11 (made in March 1940) This is not a pic I took:
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc32/fishforfree2/107.jpg



And I was also gifted this Beretta Model 418 made in 1953:
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc32/fishforfree2/beretta.jpg




Also while in North Carlina, my brother in-law brought his Smith & WEsson 9mm and gave me the opportunity to shoot a handgun for the first time in my life:
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/cc32/fishforfree2/NCGUN3.jpg


Looking forward to bringing guns and shooting back into my life!!! :D

I love those older firearms. Be careful, FFF, the firearm slope is a slippery one as well.

[GhostRyder]

:dr That is awesome!



I love those older firearms. Be careful, FFF, the firearm slope is a slippery one as well.

Yes... it is. That is where all of my cash has been flowing for the last couple years. And now that I have to replace them all after my boating accident it is even worse. Anyone know anything about the h&k USP Custom Tactical? That Flat Dark Earth finish has be drooling.

That and Kimbers. Although I'll probably just end up buying a Glock for my first CC handgun.

[elderboy02]

Yes... it is. That is where all of my cash has been flowing for the last couple years. And now that I have to replace them all after my boating accident it is even worse. Anyone know anything about the h&k USP Custom Tactical? That Flat Dark Earth finish has be drooling.

That and Kimbers. Although I'll probably just end up buying a Glock for my first CC handgun.

I havent heard anything about the H&K's. I do know that a Glock 23 is a great CCW piece. 13+1 rounds of .40 S&W is very nice.

[theycallmedan'lboone]

http://img356.imageshack.us/img356/2233/img3914zt5.jpg
can you spot it?

Newly painted Smith & Wesson M&P15
http://img526.imageshack.us/img526/414/img3917av9.jpg

the rest
http://img521.imageshack.us/img521/1778/img3920tm8.jpg

my first rifle...

[elderboy02]

http://img356.imageshack.us/img356/2233/img3914zt5.jpg
can you spot it?

Newly painted Smith & Wesson M&P15
http://img526.imageshack.us/img526/414/img3917av9.jpg

the rest
http://img521.imageshack.us/img521/1778/img3920tm8.jpg

my first rifle...

Very nice! What did you use to paint it?

[theycallmedan'lboone]

krylon, the ultra flat stuff... http://www.krylon.com/products/camouflage_paint_with_fusion_technology/

[ahc4353]

http://img356.imageshack.us/img356/2233/img3914zt5.jpg
can you spot it?



Might wanna put the other end on the ground. Just sayin'. :D


A bad photo of what will great you if you ever show up unannounced in my house late at night. I really need to layout the rest and get a group shot one day.

http://i265.photobucket.com/albums/ii201/ahc4353/1911C-1.jpg

[elderboy02]

Very nice Al!

[theycallmedan'lboone]

Might wanna put the other end on the ground. Just sayin'. :D


A bad photo of what will great you if you ever show up unannounced in my house late at night. I really need to layout the rest and get a group shot one day.

haha, I knew someone would catch it... I keep my barrel cap on it 90% of the time, so the flash hider wasn't picking up dirt when the picture was taken... :ss

[sikk50]

New grips on the Colt and the Glock that has been camera shy.
http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk215/sikk50/056.jpg

[TripleF]

Dang man.........nice pistol AL :ss

[Siebec]

This is my M4 style AR15. Bushmaster lower and 14.5" cut barrel with a white oaks upper.


http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t160/Siebeneckc/AR15-1.jpg

http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t160/Siebeneckc/AR15-2.jpg

[RocketMike]

I have a Ruger P95 and I just got a Kel Tec PF-9 today at lunch. And another 3 boxes of 9mm ammo.

[TheRealBonger]

http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee34/therealbonger/Photo60.jpg
Bushmaster AR, purchased this week, Glock 19, and S&W 648:cb

[Ratters]

Here's some of the handguns:

http://i222.photobucket.com/albums/dd150/Rattersar15/IMG_0261-1.jpg

[elderboy02]

Here's some of the handguns:

http://i222.photobucket.com/albums/dd150/Rattersar15/IMG_0261-1.jpg

Oh my God! :dr

[CBI_2]

Here's some of the handguns:

http://i222.photobucket.com/albums/dd150/Rattersar15/IMG_0261-1.jpg

Dude! In the words of Chris Mathews: " I got a tingle up my leg" :ss

[AriesOpusX]

Can the shotgun guys play too??

http://i33.tinypic.com/1pb3hu.jpg

[Pipe&Cigar]

Here it is... the thread I have been looking for!
Took this photo for a local law enforcement article (Customized Colt Commando, Dake Auto, Surefire, and "Elvis" County Badge)
http://i484.photobucket.com/albums/rr204/mantavision/AGear.jpg

My lady shooting my AUG
http://i484.photobucket.com/albums/rr204/mantavision/AAug.jpg

Gotta love that Giggle Switch
http://i484.photobucket.com/albums/rr204/mantavision/Aauto.jpg

[Rockestone]

Glock Fan, G21 and 29; also have a Beretta 380, and S&W M&P 40 compact.

Looking for a hand gun for personal home protection. I hear good things about the Glock 21. Anybody have some advice? Price is an issue. I don't want to spend more than 500 bucks.

[Sauer Grapes]

In that case, the glock isn't a bad choice if you need to stay under $500. If you can spend just a bit over, you could look for a used Sig. Glocks are indestructible, but they are like a Toyota compared to a Sig which is like a lexus.

[Rockestone]

In that case, the glock isn't a bad choice if you need to stay under $500. If you can spend just a bit over, you could look for a used Sig. Glocks are indestructible, but they are like a Toyota compared to a Sig which is like a lexus.

As with most of my purchases, I always set a budget and then blow it. So you are on board with recommending a Sig.
Thanks.

[weak_link]

As with most of my purchases, I always set a budget and then blow it. So you are on board with recommending a Sig.
Thanks.

I bought my factory refurbished Sig 226 for $575 and it was like new. Haven't had a single problem in close to 1000 rounds so far. If you can find a refurb you are 'only' $75 over your budget. :D

[jmcrawf1]

Here's some of the handguns:

http://i222.photobucket.com/albums/dd150/Rattersar15/IMG_0261-1.jpg

Ok, ok, i'll be the one to say it......

Let's see those rifles!!!!! :D

[Rockestone]

I bought my factory refurbished Sig 226 for $575 and it was like new. Haven't had a single problem in close to 1000 rounds so far. If you can find a refurb you are 'only' $75 over your budget. :D

That's as good as being on budget!:ss

I will check those refurbs out.

Thanks.

[skyhigh340]

Had the girls out for some range time the other day and thought I would post a pic of them after clean up before they go back in the safe.
http://i343.photobucket.com/albums/o444/skyhigh340/DSC00251.jpg
From the bottom up:
1. A Rock River ar with the 14.5" barrel and a m3 sight.
2. A DS Arms SA58 fal 16" barrel short gas system.
3. A H&K 91 preban 18" barrel.

Unfortunitly the 91 will be going for sale soon because I am getting into some class 3 stuff. Please don't post any questions about the sale in the thread, if you have questions and comments please pm me. Thanks!:usa

[TripleF]

Dang boyz.......I like this thread.

Keep the pics coming!!

[Tombstone]

Anyone have a Henry .22 lever action rifle. I am thinking about getting one.

[weak_link]

Anyone have a Henry .22 lever action rifle. I am thinking about getting one.

I shot one a couple weeks back and while I enjoyed the smooth lever action my preference is still the 10/22.

[Tombstone]

I shot one a couple weeks back and while I enjoyed the smooth lever action my preference is still the 10/22.

I am getting it as a survival gun. Very accurate and very cheap ammo.

[elderboy02]

Anyone have a Henry .22 lever action rifle. I am thinking about getting one.

I haven't shot the lever action one. I do love my Ruger 10/22 rifle though.

[weak_link]

I do love my Ruger 10/22 rifle though.

Yep, tack driver and I can shoot that thing all day for next to nothing. Can't say the same about my AR. :cb

[Darrell]

Ok, ok, i'll be the one to say it......

Let's see those rifles!!!!! :D

I've seen them, Steve has a **** load of nice weapons. :dr

[elderboy02]

Yep, tack driver and I can shoot that thing all day for next to nothing. Can't say the same about my AR. :cb

You ain't kidding. 550 rounds of .22 for $15 compared to 500 rounds of .223 for $200

[funnymantrip]

You ain't kidding. 550 rounds of .22 for $15 compared to 500 rounds of .223 for $200


Georgia Arms $320 for 1000 rounds...best price I have seen.

[bigswol2]

here's my AR with countless nonsense done to it.

[GTsetGO]

Here are mine: Walther P99 and SA XD both in a 40

http://i307.photobucket.com/albums/nn286/gtsetgo/funstuff/IMG_0143.jpg



Colt Pre-Woodsman 22 built in 1914

http://i307.photobucket.com/albums/nn286/gtsetgo/funstuff/woodsman.jpg


Shotguns - both are 870 Express (12 and 20 ga)

http://i307.photobucket.com/albums/nn286/gtsetgo/funstuff/rem.jpg

[Ratters]

Wow, that Woodsman is sweet. :tu

[elderboy02]

WE NEED MORE GUN PICS!

Here is my favorite Glock. It is a Glock 23 with laser grips on it:

http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z282/elderboy02/100_1447.jpg

[pearson]

http://img167.imageshack.us/img167/8137/dsc01368uc5.jpg

http://img379.imageshack.us/img379/9703/dsc01366le7.jpg

http://img367.imageshack.us/img367/6404/dsc01371iq9.jpg

[elderboy02]

Very, very nice Pearson!

[GhostRyder]

Pearson who makes that Infidel lower? That's pretty sweet.

As for mine, I'd love to post pictures but I lost them all in a boating accident.

[pearson]

that is a spikes lower.

and I still have time to loose it. ;)

[GhostRyder]

Yes you do. Good luck with that. I'm a fan though, I've heard good things about Spikes on some of my other internet sanctuaries.

[parafumar]

http://img167.imageshack.us/img167/8137/dsc01368uc5.jpg

http://img379.imageshack.us/img379/9703/dsc01366le7.jpg

http://img367.imageshack.us/img367/6404/dsc01371iq9.jpg


Vltor upper? What size barrel? Nice setup there with the spikes' lower to the vltor with a magpul... may need to build an evil tan rifle based on that...

[pearson]

vltor upper
larue 12in rail
16in barrel (waiting on my 18in from noveske)
spikes lower
magpul trigger guard
magpul PRS stock
jard trigger
larue scope mount
Nightforce NXS 2.5-10X32 W/ zero stop Mil dot recticel and .1mil turents.
young NM BCG
troy BUIS

[GTsetGO]

Wow, that Woodsman is sweet. :tu

thanks.


for those of you that might be interested. I help run a firearms forums. check it out if you want.

Modded Firearms (http://www.moddedfirearms.com/forums/)

[floydpink]

Great pics and giving me some ideas for a new carry weapon as my 357 gets very heavy. I think the Walther P99 will be my carry....

[floydpink]

my heavy Taurus 357 magnum...

http://i217.photobucket.com/albums/cc266/rastapete69/100_0316.jpg

[TripleF]

Keep the pics coming guys and girls.

Hopefully soon I'll be able to add more pics.

[Diesel Kinevel]

Win M70 bull barrel .223

Remington M710 .270

[Siebec]

I recently picked up a

Springfield XD service in .45.

Walther P22 5".

Sorry no pics, the camera is in a fritz.

[floydpink]

I picked up a Kel Tec 9mm today and will try to get pics up later.

I bought it as my carry weapon as it is ultra light compared to my Taurus 357mag which is about 1.5 pounds and not fun in the hot weather.

My only complaint is that the slide seems a little hard to work, unless I am getting whimpy.

It's basically the image below,

It was recommended as the best carry weapon.
http://www.impactguns.com/store/media/kel_tec/kel_9mm_hard_chrome.jpg

[funnymantrip]

[QUOTE=floydpink;142136]I picked up a Kel Tec 9mm today and will try to get pics up later.

I bought it as my carry weapon as it is ultra light compared to my Taurus 357mag which is about 1.5 pounds and not fun in the hot weather.

My only complaint is that the slide seems a little hard to work, unless I am getting whimpy.



Your not getting wimpy that seems normal for every kel tec I have ever touched. Can't wait to hear your range report. Enjoy

[elderboy02]

That Kel-Tec P11 is nice. I used to carry it before I switched to a S&W 442 revolver. I just sold the P11 to my brother the other day. Be sure to take it to the range and break it in. :tu

[floydpink]

Are you saying it gets easier to slide after it breaks in?

I'm almost tempted to chamber one as I'm not sure if I'd have the strength to handle it in the middle of the night if necessary.

I traded in my 357 and they let me fire off all my last rounds before trading it in.

Compared to that beast, the Kel Tec was as smooth as silk. The 357 actually tore my skin between my thumb and index finger from the recoil. Forgot my fingerless gloves.

Weirdest experience at the range. A British couple was firing next lane and the guy decided to shoot my target I guess. He shot cross lane and hit the clip on my cable holding the target and knocket it off. They left after that thank God.

Do you guys chamber one while carrying? I never did with my revolver.

[Ace$nyper]

If a gun is blued can you not just re blue it and do something else?

[floydpink]

If a gun is blued can you not just re blue it and do something else?

sorry, you lost me. I'm not concerned with the rust.

[Ace$nyper]

sorry, you lost me. I'm not concerned with the rust.
Sorry, I was hi-jacking lol.

But on your post: I always have one in the chamber, but I have a de-cocker.

I'm wondering about doing something other then bluing to my back up gun it's got a little rust started. I rather do something nicer if I could.

[j-easy]

Sorry, I was hi-jacking lol.

But on your post: I always have one in the chamber, but I have a de-cocker.

I'm wondering about doing something other then bluing to my back up gun it's got a little rust started. I rather do something nicer if I could.

theres a million different paint type products that i have seen people use. ill see if i can find some more info

[j-easy]

ok its been a little while since ive looked into this so bear with me,
if you want to use paint there is alumahyde and krylon paint i have seen people do some crazy camo paintjobs on ARs with this stuff

i like the look of parkerizing personally, and its more durable than any kind of paint
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parkerize
you can buy little kits of the chemicals and do it yourself, i have no idea how difficult it is or how much it costs

hopefully that can get your started

[Ace$nyper]

ok its been a little while since ive looked into this so bear with me,
if you want to use paint there is alumahyde and krylon paint i have seen people do some crazy camo paintjobs on ARs with this stuff

i like the look of parkerizing personally, and its more durable than any kind of paint
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parkerize
you can buy little kits of the chemicals and do it yourself, i have no idea how difficult it is or how much it costs

hopefully that can get your started
Thanks much!!!

[j-easy]

Beretta M9 and Walther P22
http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa86/xj-easyx/IMG_0030.jpg
Ruger 10/22 w/ cheap 50 dollar scope
http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa86/xj-easyx/IMG_0031.jpg
Romanian WASR 10/63
http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa86/xj-easyx/IMG_0032.jpg
From top to bottom, all WWII vintage
German K98 Mauser
Russian Mosin Nagant 91/30
Japanese Ariska Rifle (Missing Parts:()
http://i198.photobucket.com/albums/aa86/xj-easyx/IMG_0035.jpg

if anyone has any questions/comments let me know, i love talking about guns ;)

[elderboy02]

Do you guys chamber one while carrying?

Yes. Always have one chambered when carrying. Waiting for SHTF and then chambering a round is like putting on a seatbelt after the Peterbilt has already crossed the yellow line. There is so much adrenaline flowing through you when SHTF that your motor skills degrade. PLEASE, be sure to chamber a round. Also, there is a possibility that you might not be able to use both arms in a bad situation. If you have a good holster, you don't have to worry about an accidental discharge. Remember, keep the gun always pointed in a safe direction :tu


I never did with my revolver.

I don't understand this. Do you mean that there were no rounds in the revolver at all?

[floydpink]

Good analogy about the seatbelt and being ready Elderboy.

I guess I meant that, with a revolver, it seems a little harder to shoot than with the light trigger of the Kel Tec.

I wear an in the pants holster due to the fact that I am normally in shorts, so a misfire will make me a miss.

[elderboy02]

Good analogy about the seatbelt and being ready Elderboy.

I guess I meant that, with a revolver, it seems a little harder to shoot than with the light trigger of the Kel Tec.

I wear an in the pants holster due to the fact that I am normally in shorts, so a misfire will make me a miss.

No problem sir! :) I wish I could wear shorts right now. I hate winter.

[weak_link]

Merry Christmas to me. :cb Safe is filling up nicely.

Sig Hamerlli Trailside .22

http://i353.photobucket.com/albums/r384/weak_link/SigTrailside.jpg?t=1230738740

[68TriShield]

Plenty more where these came from...
http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l250/68Trishield/DSCN03170001.jpg

[elderboy02]

Plenty more where these came from...
http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l250/68Trishield/DSCN03170001.jpg

Nice pics Mr. TriShield!

[GhostRyder]

http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg23/semperfivt/AmericanChristmas.jpg

Merry Christmas to me.

Don't mind the Rogue or the CAO Americas. This is my first handgun. G19.

[elderboy02]

http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg23/semperfivt/AmericanChristmas.jpg

Merry Christmas to me.

Don't mind the Rogue or the CAO Americas. This is my first handgun. G19.

Nice! Are you going to be CCW'ing it? If so, get a set of Crimson Trace Lasergrips :cool2:

[ahc4353]

Here's some of the handguns:

http://i222.photobucket.com/albums/dd150/Rattersar15/IMG_0261-1.jpg

Every time I see this pic it moves. A lot. :ss

[GhostRyder]

Nice! Are you going to be CCW'ing it? If so, get a set of Crimson Trace Lasergrips :cool2:

I will be once I turn 21 in 3 months. It blows my mind that I can go out into the field and play with all kinds of weapons systems. Just a few weeks ago learned about and got to fire 240G and 250Bs and 249s and yet I can't go out and purchase a handgun. Anyyyway. I will be CCW'ing this and I'm not sure what, if anything I want to do to it. I'm thinkin night sights. The Crimson Trace is fun -- a friend has them on his Kimber and it is a cool system. I just don't know if I can justify that cost. I should definitely get mags though. That is a must. Only have 2 now, vs 20+ for my AR.

[68TriShield]

Nice pics Mr. TriShield!

Thanks.
I'll get pictures of the others too.I can't believe nobody has posted any lever actions.
My Winchester 44 and 357magnums are my favorites.

[bonjing]

my CCR refinished 228

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

[Partagaspete]

http://i244.photobucket.com/albums/gg23/semperfivt/AmericanChristmas.jpg

Merry Christmas to me.

Don't mind the Rogue or the CAO Americas. This is my first handgun. G19.

Your your own little ATF aren't you.

T

[weak_link]

Every time I see this pic it moves. A lot. :ss

That safe is one less Trailside target pistol as seen above. :D

[GhostRyder]

Your your own little ATF aren't you.

T

Definitely. It was a good Christmas.

[Stig]

I'm looking at buying my first pistol this coming year and thinking about a 45. Anyone care to offer some insight as to what manufacturers make the most reliable pistols. I have heard that Glock is good, but how about S & W or Colt? Any others I should consider?

[elderboy02]

I'm looking at buying my first pistol this coming year and thinking about a 45. Anyone care to offer some insight as to what manufacturers make the most reliable pistols. I have heard that Glock is good, but how about S & W or Colt? Any others I should consider?

Are you looking for a 1911? If so, I like Springfield Armory. If you aren't looking for a 1911, I would go with a Glock anytime. Glocks are indestructible.

[Partagaspete]

I know I want either a Glock or a Sig but am unsure of what Caliber to get. I know 9 mm is cheaper ammo but I would like a little more stopping power. Any recommendations. No I don't want a desert eagle 50 cal or even a .45. I am think 10mm or .40 cal. Thought? comments? advice. Thanks

T

[GhostRyder]

I'm looking at buying my first pistol this coming year and thinking about a 45. Anyone care to offer some insight as to what manufacturers make the most reliable pistols. I have heard that Glock is good, but how about S & W or Colt? Any others I should consider?

If price isn't going to hold you back (ie if you can drop the bills for a Colt) then take a look at Kimber. They make some outstanding 1911s, although I'm still leery about the compact sizes. I think a 1911 should be constructed in all of its glory, at least a full 5 inch barrel. They feel goood. However, Glocks are indestructible. I love my 19. A friend just picked up the subcompact Glock 36 and it is a beauty. The slim grips fit my small(er) hands perfectly.

Also, check out S&W M&Ps. They are quality firearms from what I have heard. Haven't gotten the opportunity to fire one, although the M&P15s (their AR15 in the same line) are pretty nice.

So. Look into Kimber, Glock, and S&W possibly. Can't go wrong with Springfield either for 1911s, but I'd shell out the extra cash and pick up a Kimber.

[Stig]

I like the look of the 1911, not sure about price yet but probably gonna cap it arpund a grand. Many local shops carry used, is it better to just buy new with something like this?

[elderboy02]

I know I want either a Glock or a Sig but am unsure of what Caliber to get. I know 9 mm is cheaper ammo but I would like a little more stopping power. Any recommendations. No I don't want a desert eagle 50 cal or even a .45. I am think 10mm or .40 cal. Thought? comments? advice. Thanks

T

I would go with a Glock 23 (40 S&W). You can conceal carry it and it is a very fun range gun. If you want, you can buy a conversion barrel and shoot 9mm out of it also.

[floydpink]

Plenty more where these came from...
http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l250/68Trishield/DSCN03170001.jpg

Like that Taurus.. what is that above it?

[floydpink]

I know I want either a Glock or a Sig but am unsure of what Caliber to get. I know 9 mm is cheaper ammo but I would like a little more stopping power. Any recommendations. No I don't want a desert eagle 50 cal or even a .45. I am think 10mm or .40 cal. Thought? comments? advice. Thanks

T

More stopping power than a 9? Put hollow points in, squeeze 5 times, and if he hasn't stopped, you probably need hand grenades.

Seriously, for home, I fully believe a Mossberg shotgun is the ultimate home defense.

For carrying, I love a 357 magnum, but hated the weight of it, and went with a couple LEO friend's advice and picked up a "feather weight" Kel Tec 9mm and barely noticed at all day today.

My only complaint is the thing is really stiff, but I hear it gets better with a little breaking in.

[bonjing]

my recommendation is to try a few out and see what really fits you. and i don't mean just fiddling with each one at a gun shop, shoot each one. have a friend take you out or see if there is a rental shop near you.

i have seen two friends walk into a shop both really excited about getting a glock. they decided to rent one (a glock), the shop employee also let them try a different pistol. one walked out with a glock and the other walked out with a sig. each person is going to be a little different.

with that aside you can't really go wrong with any of the pistols anyone has mentioned here.

[Partagaspete]

Thanks for the great advice Elderboy, FloydPink, and Bonjing.

I think I will rent a few since When I get back to the states I won't have many friends where I'll be. As FloydP mentioned for Home defense Nothing beats a shot gun and I will be getting that as well...Nothing more distinctive than the sounds of a Remington 870 cambering a shell. Robbers seem to disappear in the blink of an eye. Thanks again guys.

T

[elderboy02]

Thanks for the great advice Elderboy, FloydPink, and Bonjing.

I think I will rent a few since When I get back to the states I won't have many friends where I'll be. As FloydP mentioned for Home defense Nothing beats a shot gun and I will be getting that as well...Nothing more distinctive than the sounds of a Remington 870 cambering a shell. Robbers seem to disappear in the blink of an eye. Thanks again guys.

T

No problem. The Remington 870 is a great gun. Pick up some Federal Law Enforcement shells with the Flite Control wad and you are good to go!

[bonjing]

No problem. The Remington 870 is a great gun. Pick up some Federal Law Enforcement shells with the Flite Control wad and you are good to go!

i love those shells!!!! especially with a vang'ed barrel.

and Partagaspete, you welcome.

[Silound]

This thread makes me feel sad that I had to hock my Glock (no pun intended) at some point because I could only consider it a useless expense.


For around the home, I keep an old Winchester Model 12 trench gun on call at all times. Not much stands up after a couple short range blasts from that ****er.

Maybe I should get a bayonet and mount that for extra effect? :)

[darb85]

:dance: I Just orderd a new sig! :D

http://i39.tinypic.com/2emldhe.jpg

Was looking for a 9mm to Complement my .40 sig P229 and my .40 Tarus Millenium. I think the P226 X-Five will fit the bill nicely! should have it next week or so!

Brad

[weak_link]

^^Nice! I love my 226 and in a few thousand rounds it has never had any problems.

[darb85]

^^Nice! I love my 226 and in a few thousand rounds it has never had any problems.

Ive had my other sig for about 2 years now and after 24000 rounds its never failed! :D

gotta love it!

[nozero]

My Sig SP2022 .40.
http://nozero.org/images/SP2022b.jpg

[Fishbeadtwo]

Considering a Crimson trace unit on my Glock 17 1st gen. Any one have experience with the CT unit?

[elderboy02]

Considering a Crimson trace unit on my Glock 17 1st gen. Any one have experience with the CT unit?

I have Crimson Trace laser grips on my Glock 23. I love it b/c it beefs up the grip a little more and gives me a firmer grip. I also have the sights zeroed in. Definitely pick up the CT laser grips. :tu

[mmblz]

If price isn't going to hold you back (ie if you can drop the bills for a Colt) then take a look at Kimber. They make some outstanding 1911s, although I'm still leery about the compact sizes. I think a 1911 should be constructed in all of its glory, at least a full 5 inch barrel.

Went shooting for the second time ever a few days ago. Shot a Kimber 1911 with Crimson Trace. Not sure the exact model but I liked it...

[ahc4353]

Went shooting for the second time ever a few days ago. Shot a Kimber 1911 with Crimson Trace. Not sure the exact model but I liked it...


That is awesome Julian! I have a Kimber Gold Match 1911 that I love!

[Ace$nyper]

Need one of each

http://img186.imageshack.us/img186/3107/kivaariteg5.jpg

[j-easy]

ive got a 91/30 myself, paid 90 bucks and it came with a bayonet, sling, and ammo pouch. i kinda annoying though, mine has a headspace issue. once i fire i have trouble getting the spent brass ejected, the bolt seizes up when the brass expands. im pretty sure there is a bur in the chamber due to marks on the spent brass

[Ace$nyper]

I just was told tooth paste can help.
put it on a shell cycle it a bunch of times and it'll help.

Worth a try ... i guess?

I myself have a m44 and will be getting a 91/30 once I get another safe. I am a fanatic for those rifles. Such fun so cheap :).

[floydpink]

I'm really having a tough time figuring out my new Kel Tec P11.

They have a reputation for needing a lot of "fluff and buff" before being ready for carry.

I've put 50 rounds through it and had 2 misfeeds, which apparantly goes away after break in.

Someone suggested I field strip it and buff and polish the feed ramp with a dremel, which I did last night. Haven't gotten to test it yet.

I've put some Militec 1 grease on the slide rails as well as breach and that helped a lot with the stiffness.

I'm not sold yet on this 9mm, although several people recommended it as the lightest and smallest possible concealed weapon. Might just sacrifice the weight issue and stick with my trusty old 357 magnum....

[elderboy02]

I'm really having a tough time figuring out my new Kel Tec P11.

They have a reputation for needing a lot of "fluff and buff" before being ready for carry.

I've put 50 rounds through it and had 2 misfeeds, which apparantly goes away after break in.

Someone suggested I field strip it and buff and polish the feed ramp with a dremel, which I did last night. Haven't gotten to test it yet.

I've put some Militec 1 grease on the slide rails as well as breach and that helped a lot with the stiffness.

I'm not sold yet on this 9mm, although several people recommended it as the lightest and smallest possible concealed weapon. Might just sacrifice the weight issue and stick with my trusty old 357 magnum....

Get a S&W J-Frame .38spl + p. It allows for a faster followup shot compared to the 357 magnum. :)

[JE3146]

I don't think I'm in this thread yet....

Few images worth posting...

http://oregonstate.edu/~edgarj/CA/OTHER/AR_ACOG1.jpg

http://oregonstate.edu/~edgarj/GUNSNET/GARAND/hpim1896hb5%20(Small).jpg

http://oregonstate.edu/~edgarj/GUNSNET/K31/K31_1.jpg

http://oregonstate.edu/~edgarj/GUNSNET/COLLECTION/COLLECTION.jpg

http://oregonstate.edu/~edgarj/GUNSNET/GLOCK/IMG_0844.jpg

[JE3146]

http://oregonstate.edu/~edgarj/GUNSNET/ANNIE/ANNIE1.jpg

http://oregonstate.edu/~edgarj/GUNSNET/P22/P22_1.jpg

http://oregonstate.edu/~edgarj/GUNSNET/700P/700P6.jpg

http://oregonstate.edu/~edgarj/GUNSNET/SHOTGUN/SHOTTIE1.jpg




Zombies..... Beware ;)

[elderboy02]

Very nice Jordan! :D

[JE3146]

Very nice Jordan! :D

Thankyou :)

I have a few deep seated issues I know :D

[skyhigh340]

I'm really having a tough time figuring out my new Kel Tec P11.

They have a reputation for needing a lot of "fluff and buff" before being ready for carry.

I've put 50 rounds through it and had 2 misfeeds, which apparantly goes away after break in.

Someone suggested I field strip it and buff and polish the feed ramp with a dremel, which I did last night. Haven't gotten to test it yet.

I've put some Militec 1 grease on the slide rails as well as breach and that helped a lot with the stiffness.

I'm not sold yet on this 9mm, although several people recommended it as the lightest and smallest possible concealed weapon. Might just sacrifice the weight issue and stick with my trusty old 357 magnum....
I bought a P3AT as a back up carry and I polished the feedramp with a dremel and so ultra fine polishing compound I also worked some slip 2000 EWL oil into the slide rails and have not had any feed issues since. I have about 750 or so rounds through it. I don't shoot this much as it is my back up(as if my HK would ever fail).:ss

[floydpink]

Jordan,

Is that IWB holster comfortable with the two straps?

[JE3146]

Jordan,

Is that IWB holster comfortable with the two straps?

Yes.

It's a Milt Sparks VM2. Probably one of the best holsters I've found. Period.

They're hand made and take about 6 to 10 months to get once you order though :(

[pearson]

http://img211.imageshack.us/img211/6945/dsc01418zc5.jpg

My most new toy it is a S&W M&P .45

I will have some more of other things here in a bit.

http://img129.imageshack.us/img129/4961/dsc01409jp2.jpg

[RGD.]

^^Nice! I love my 226 and in a few thousand rounds it has never had any problems.

Ive had my other sig for about 2 years now and after 24000 rounds its never failed! :D

gotta love it!

This is my Sig 226 Tactical with four 20 round mags in 9mm. Nitron finish with the SigLight night sights that I picked up earlier this year.

http://www.dgdesigns.com/humidor/csphoto/IMG_2503.jpg

http://www.dgdesigns.com/humidor/csphoto/IMG_2500.jpg

http://www.dgdesigns.com/humidor/csphoto/IMG_2504.jpg


Ron

[groogs]

I finally shot my new Beretta 92FS Stainless today, and I love it. Even my wife was able to put 20 rounds center mass from 15 yards. What a great gun.

[bonjing]

Ive had my other sig for about 2 years now and after 24000 rounds its never failed! :D

gotta love it!


my 229 i've ran her about 10000rds (mix of factory and reloads) without a hiccup and 6000 of those were without cleaning.

[bobarian]

my 229 i've ran her about 10000rds (mix of factory and reloads) without a hiccup and 6000 of those were without cleaning.

Sounds like most of Ratters guns! :r:r:r

[weak_link]

Sounds like most of Ratters guns! :r:r:r

Quoted for truth!! :r

At least he cleaned the Hämmerli before he sold it to me.

[elderboy02]

I finally shot my new Beretta 92FS Stainless today, and I love it. Even my wife was able to put 20 rounds center mass from 15 yards. What a great gun.

That is great to hear! It is good to know your wife can be your backup! ;)

[macms]

My Glock 30

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

http://www.cfrhn.com/CA/images/glockw1.jpg

http://www.cfrhn.com/CA/images/glockw2.jpg

[elderboy02]

Very nice macms! What brand of bag is that? Maxpedition?

[macms]

Very nice macms! What brand of bag is that? Maxpedition?

Wilderness Tactical Safepacker (http://store.thewilderness.com/index.php?cPath=51)

[elderboy02]

Wilderness Tactical Safepacker (http://store.thewilderness.com/index.php?cPath=51)

Awesome! Thank you!

[smokeyandthebandit05]

I finally got a call from the NJSP and my purchasers permit is ready for me to pick up!!! Now the hard question...what should I buy? lol

[Ratters]

Sounds like most of Ratters guns! :r:r:r

Hey I resemble those remarks. :ss

Can't coddle your guns too much, they won't respect you. ;)

[elderboy02]

I finally got a call from the NJSP and my purchasers permit is ready for me to pick up!!! Now the hard question...what should I buy? lol

That is BS how you have to get a permit first to buy a gun. Get a Glock 20 10mm. They are extremely fun.
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[Thrak]

Here are some pics of mine. I've since added a P229, 9mm (XMas gift from my wife! :D).

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

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

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b362/flutterbyissa/sig4.jpg

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

[Thrak]

Couple more since we're limited to 7 pics...

http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b362/flutterbyissa/sigs1.jpg

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

[elderboy02]

Very nice! I love the Sig with the wood grips. :)

[GTsetGO]

Nice.

I posted mine earlier in the thread, but I have a remington 1100 on order and an ar15 lower on order as well.

[floydpink]

Lotta Sig owners here. Those are the Rolls Royces of handguns in my opinion.

I was at the range yesterday and it seems the economy has brought a good amount of them in for resale or something.

I'm trying to resist, but they are just so darn nice.....

[elderboy02]

It looks like everyone is stocking up on guns :D For those that don't know, the 4473 form is the form you fill out when you purchase a gun. It is used to run the background check on you.

http://www.atf.gov/firearms/010609atf_f4473shortage-notice.htm

January 6, 2009


Notice to All Federal Firearms Licensees
Regarding ATF Form 4473 Shortage

As a result of an unprecedented increase in demand for ATF Forms 4473 (5300.9) Part I Revised August 2008, inventory of the form at the ATF Distribution Center is running low.

As a temporary measure, ATF is allowing FFLs to photocopy the form 4473 in it’s entirety until they receive their orders from the ATF Distribution Center.

A notice will be posted at the expiration of this temporary authorized change.

[floydpink]

The processing on the CCW is apparantly backlogged to almost 4 monts as well...

After a month with my new Kel Tec P11, I found that you need to be an amatuer gunsmith as out of the box, they aren't ready.

I had to polish and dremel the feed ramp and do a fluff and buff inside, smoothing the rail and breechface as there were several burrs and rough spots.

The accessories are on and I put the mag extender, trigger shoe, and the belt clip is the best.

With the belt clip, there is no holster needed and the gun is no more intrusive than a Blackberry and I hardley know it's there...
http://i217.photobucket.com/albums/cc266/rastapete69/keltec.jpg

[smokeyandthebandit05]

That is BS how you have to get a permit first to buy a gun. Get a Glock 20 10mm. They are extremely fun.
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I cant buy a handgun in Jersey till Im 21 and need to apply for another permit :fl


So its either a shotgun or rifle. Probably an AR

[elderboy02]

I cant buy a handgun in Jersey till Im 21 and need to apply for another permit :fl


So its either a shotgun or rifle. Probably an AR

Go with an AR! :D

[smokeyandthebandit05]

Go with an AR! :D

Thats what Im thinkin right now. Just checking the laws here in this god forsaken gun law state it says no bushmaster assault rifles. Now does this mean a full auto rifle or just that style and/or brand


http://www.njguns.com/define.htm
(there is a list towards the bottom)

[GTsetGO]

Go with an AR! :D

I 3rd the AR. I am about to start building one myself. Should have the lower here next week and then it is research time on www.ar15.com to figure out what else i want to use.

[elderboy02]

Thats what Im thinkin right now. Just checking the laws here in this god forsaken gun law state it says no bushmaster assault rifles. Now does this mean a full auto rifle or just that style and/or brand


http://www.njguns.com/define.htm
(there is a list towards the bottom)

I am not sure. Assault rifle is a bulls--t term. Assault rifle means that the rifle is fully automatic. A semi-automatic rifle is not an assualt rifle. I would register over on AR15 and ask the guys in the NJ hometown forum. I would hate living in NJ. Good luck sir!

[elderboy02]

I 3rd the AR. I am about to start building one myself. Should have the lower here next week and then it is research time on www.ar15.com to figure out what else i want to use.

Which lower did you buy?

[MarkinAZ]

I am not sure. Assault rifle is a bulls--t term. Assault rifle means that the rifle is fully automatic. A semi-automatic rifle is not an assualt rifle. I would register over on AR15 and ask the guys in the NJ hometown forum. I would hate living in NJ. Good luck sir!

I always like the definition of "Military style semi-automatic rifle" myself:D

[elderboy02]

I always like the definition of "Military style semi-automatic rifle" myself:D

:r That is a good one!

[GTsetGO]

Which lower did you buy?

anvil arms made by cmmg

[bonjing]

anvil arms made by cmmg


any idea how you're going to set it up?

[GTsetGO]

any idea how you're going to set it up?

nope. I am an AR15 virgin and am in the middle of a long research gathering expedition on ar15.com

any help or recommendations are always welcome

[Thrak]

]Very nice! I love the Sig with the wood grips.

Thanks!! Since I couldnt edit my post, those are

Maverick88 (basically a budget version of the Mossberg 500, shoots great!)
Bersa Thunder 380 Duo-Tone (Great concealed small gun)
Sig P220 (vintage 1997, best vintage I think, folded steel slide shoots like a dream)
Sig P250 (love this thing. For all the bad press, its the best trigger I've owned. Just wish sig would hurry up with the subcompact conversions)



I always like the definition of "Military style semi-automatic rifle" myself:D

I just call them EBR's... evil black rifles... :D

[bonjing]

nope. I am an AR15 virgin and am in the middle of a long research gathering expedition on ar15.com

any help or recommendations are always welcome

buy more then 1 reciever ;)

[elderboy02]

nope. I am an AR15 virgin and am in the middle of a long research gathering expedition on ar15.com

any help or recommendations are always welcome

What is your username on there?

[smokeyandthebandit05]

So Ive decided on buying a M14...or lever action Marlin/Winchester

[ChicagoWhiteSox]

Heres my ar
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v84/xrMike/guns/1BadAR15.jpg
Just kidding:D But dont it look nice!

[bonjing]

Heres my ar
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v84/xrMike/guns/1BadAR15.jpg
Just kidding:D But dont it look nice!


i can see how you can use everything on there :D,

ummmm but what is with the feathery thing on the stock? :hm :D

[smokeyandthebandit05]

i can see how you can use everything on there :D,

ummmm but what is with the feathery thing on the stock? :hm :D

The feathery thing on the stock is used to alleviate the pain in your cheek as you look thru all 30 scopes, sights and other various sighting implements. That or it got caught in the persons disco suit cause the shiny ball was broken and they needed lights

[elderboy02]

Heres my ar
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v84/xrMike/guns/1BadAR15.jpg
Just kidding:D But dont it look nice!

:r That is one of the ugliest things I have ever seen! :r

[GTsetGO]

buy more then 1 reciever ;)

you talking upper or lower??

if you are meaning lower, already have another one or two on order.


What is your username on there?

same as here. GTsetGO

[Ace$nyper]

Well I went to buy another gun today, figured they didn't have it and the place has had 4-5 just laying around all the time.

I was going to grab a Nagant revolver, mostly due to dirt cheapness and the gas seal and the idea of firing a 223 out of one.

Just seems like a lot of fun firepower for 150 range. So I'll be on a hunt for one.

[JE3146]

Well I went to buy another gun today, figured they didn't have it and the place has had 4-5 just laying around all the time.

I was going to grab a Nagant revolver, mostly due to dirt cheapness and the gas seal and the idea of firing a 223 out of one.

Just seems like a lot of fun firepower for 150 range. So I'll be on a hunt for one.

Firing a .223 out of a Nagant Revolver!???

That's a 30 cal bore.

Where did you hear about this?

[Ace$nyper]

Read in a Imperial Russian arms book, found a few spots on line.

Says it needs a hand load of sorts, I cant drop in a normal 223 though, but I'm kind giddy to try it.

From the wiki (appears to be copied out of the book I have)
Other cartridges—.32 S&W, .32 S&W Long, .32 H&R Magnum, and custom handloads using .32-20 Winchester, .30 Carbine or .223 Remington cases—will also chamber and fire in the revolver but will not achieve the gas seal.

edit: http://forums.gunboards.com/showthread.php?t=5415

Just use the brass, the book seems to kind leave that out...

[floydpink]

Any of you guys own a Glock G19? If I missed the pic, I appologize.

I am seriously considering one of these.

[JE3146]

Any of you guys own a Glock G19? If I missed the pic, I appologize.

I am seriously considering one of these.

http://oregonstate.edu/~edgarj/GUNSNET/GLOCK/IMG_0844.jpg

Do yourself a favor. Get it.

Absolutely amazing sidearm.

[elderboy02]

Any of you guys own a Glock G19? If I missed the pic, I appologize.

I am seriously considering one of these.

I would get a Glock 23 (.40). It is the same size frame as the G19. You can buy a conversion barrel for it to shoot 9mm. Basically, you get 2 guns in one :tu

[Fishbeadtwo]

Just tried the Glock 23 a few days ago.....Do yourself a favor and try the Sig 226.........:tu

[floydpink]

Take it easy guys! Tryin to keep it around 500 bucks please. Economy and all.

The Sig 226 is only a couple hundred more and it IS my life we're talking about..... hmmmmm

Seriously, I keep hearing the 19 is an all star.

[JE3146]

Take it easy guys! Tryin to keep it around 500 bucks please. Economy and all.

The Sig 226 is only a couple hundred more and it IS my life we're talking about..... hmmmmm

Seriously, I keep hearing the 19 is an all star.

:ss :tu:tu

[ChicagoWhiteSox]

I need a new shotgun for duck and goose hunting. I dont need a semi and was looking a the browning bps stalker mossy oak duck blind.
Does anyone own or have ever shot a bps and could give me a little review?

[Thrak]

Take it easy guys! Tryin to keep it around 500 bucks please. Economy and all.

The Sig 226 is only a couple hundred more and it IS my life we're talking about..... hmmmmm

Seriously, I keep hearing the 19 is an all star.


Go rent some to try before you buy. The glock gets alot of accolades, but the grip angle for me just doesnt work AT ALL. Its one of the most uncomfortable guns I've shot, especially in a .40.

You can find used or CPO 226's in your price range, but dont rule out looking at a P229, they're amazing.

[floydpink]

Yeah, the Sigs are definitely the top of the top. If the SEALS carry them, they can't suck.

Ironically, last night at work, everywhere I looked there were Ruger and Team Glock shirts. Turns out there is a gun manufacturer convention in Orlando this week, but not open to the public.

I know I'm in a minority, but I feel that the Kel Tec P11 is the ultimate deep conceal weapon and with JHP +p rounds in it, is one heck of a good sidearm.

I really am looking for a backup that is both concealable, dependable, and extremely well built. The Glock 19 is in the front of the pack right now, although I need to try some of the others mentioned here.

[j-easy]

Yeah, the Sigs are definitely the top of the top. If the SEALS carry them, they can't suck.

Ironically, last night at work, everywhere I looked there were Ruger and Team Glock shirts. Turns out there is a gun manufacturer convention in Orlando this week, but not open to the public.

I know I'm in a minority, but I feel that the Kel Tec P11 is the ultimate deep conceal weapon and with JHP +p rounds in it, is one heck of a good sidearm.

I really am looking for a backup that is both concealable, dependable, and extremely well built. The Glock 19 is in the front of the pack right now, although I need to try some of the others mentioned here.

that would be the shot show

http://www.shotshow.org/App/homepage.cfm?moduleid=1968&appname=100300

it opened today

[gpugliese]

I just started the process to get a LTC-A in Boston (unrestricted, concealed). Probably will end up with the A, non concealed, but that's fine. It comes down to the Police Chief's discretion, and 9 times out of 10 they do not allow concealed carry.

There's also quite a few hoops I have to jump through above and beyond the already draconian Massachusetts licensing process, but it will be worth it in the end.

[dunng]

I just started the process to get a LTC-A in Boston (unrestricted, concealed). Probably will end up with the A, non concealed, but that's fine. It comes down to the Police Chief's discretion, and 9 times out of 10 they do not allow concealed carry.

There's also quite a few hoops I have to jump through above and beyond the already draconian Massachusetts licensing process, but it will be worth it in the end.

I got my LTC-A from my local town (that is all they give out to simplify things :D ). :ss

[gpugliese]

I got my LTC-A from my local town (that is all they give out to simplify things :D ). :ss

Yea, I wish I lived just outside of Boston city limits (ie Cambridge, Arlington) as it would make it much easier. My safety class instructor lives in Arlington, and he said that the Police Chief gives everyone with good references LTC A unrestricted.

[floydpink]

I forgot how complicated it is up North.

You can go to a gun show here and take the class for free and send it in and have a concealed weapon permit in 3 months max.

The class is nothing more than filling out paperwork, getting fingerprinted and hitting a taget twice from 25 feet.

[Mark C]

I forgot how complicated it is up North.

You can go to a gun show here and take the class for free and send it in and have a concealed weapon permit in 3 months max.

The class is nothing more than filling out paperwork, getting fingerprinted and hitting a taget twice from 25 feet.

It's the worst in MD, unless you're driving an armored car for a living or something similar, no permit. But I CAN apply for an out-of-state Florida permit that's good in more than half the country. Go figure.

[gettysburgfreak]

do any of you guys have any civil war era weapons? At some point I would like to buy a musket or carbine which are awesome guns.

[barbourjay]

I forgot how complicated it is up North.

You can go to a gun show here and take the class for free and send it in and have a concealed weapon permit in 3 months max.

The class is nothing more than filling out paperwork, getting fingerprinted and hitting a taget twice from 25 feet.

it's awesome isn't it? it was so easy to get one i had a FL permit years before i moved down here. it took about a month to get it transferred to a residents permit.

BTW, if you look hard enough finding a new glock could be in the 400 range. not all the best deals are at the gun shows. i could put you in touch with someone who might run you a special if need be.

[floydpink]

it's awesome isn't it? it was so easy to get one i had a FL permit years before i moved down here. it took about a month to get it transferred to a residents permit.

BTW, if you look hard enough finding a new glock could be in the 400 range. not all the best deals are at the gun shows. i could put you in touch with someone who might run you a special if need be.

Damn, that would be cool if I could get a Glock 19 for 400ish.

[elderboy02]

Damn, that would be cool if I could get a Glock 19 for 400ish.

That is going to be hard. I am looking at the gun site I frequent and they are going for much higher that. I am sure you know that right now guns are going for a lot of money right now. Dealers can pretty much name their price.

[barbourjay]

That is going to be hard. I am looking at the gun site I frequent and they are going for much higher that. I am sure you know that right now guns are going for a lot of money right now. Dealers can pretty much name their price.

yes they can to the people who believe we will have the right stripped soon.

as i said i know these people and i'm sure they would give you a deal but i don't know if it would be worth driving to tampa to do it.

[elderboy02]

yes they can to the people who believe we will have the right stripped soon.

as i said i know these people and i'm sure they would give you a deal but i don't know if it would be worth driving to tampa to do it.

I know there are some out there for around $400, but I am just not sure where.

[Thrak]

check gunbroker.com... you can find some good deals there.

[floydpink]

yes they can to the people who believe we will have the right stripped soon.

as i said i know these people and i'm sure they would give you a deal but i don't know if it would be worth driving to tampa to do it.

I would definitely drive to Tampa. Headed to Ft Lauderdale tommorow though for a week. For a Glock G19 in good condition, it'd be worth the 1 hour drive. Heck, I'd love to take you out for lunch too Jeremy.

There seems to be a lot of people buying guns and getting permits, acting like Obama is gonna take away everyone's guns.

There's a chance he'll ban assault rifles, which I don't agrue with, but they'll have to pry my cold dead fingers off my guns.

[barbourjay]

check gunbroker.com... you can find some good deals there.

you can find good deals there but remember you have to ship to a FFL and pay theirs fees. it helps to have a good friend with one though.

[barbourjay]

I would definitely drive to Tampa. Headed to Ft Lauderdale tommorow though for a week. For a Glock G19 in good condition, it'd be worth the 1 hour drive. Heck, I'd love to take you out for lunch too Jeremy.

There seems to be a lot of people buying guns and getting permits, acting like Obama is gonna take away everyone's guns.

There's a chance he'll ban assault rifles, which I don't agrue with, but they'll have to pry my cold dead fingers off my guns.

i'll talk to john and see what kinda price he can get. send ya a PM when i hear back.

[floydpink]

Ok cool.

I've tried a bunch and it's pretty much the Glock 19 or save up for the Sig...

In other words, if I don't get the 19, I don't get a Glock.

[Ace$nyper]

you can find good deals there but remember you have to ship to a FFL and pay theirs fees. it helps to have a good friend with one though.

Yup, I keep telling myself that before I slide down that slope...

[smokeyandthebandit05]

If anyone is interested ableammo.com has 1000 rounds of PMC Bronze .223 for 449.50.

[GhostRyder]

Check out www.wisconsincartridge.com for .223. They are reloads, but a case of FMJs for $300 is hard to beat in this day and age. Sadly. Never had a problem with their reloads, and I am pretty picky about what I put through the Bushmaster.

I'll check out that case of PMC though. $449 isn't too bad. Although I'd proly go 5.56 for those prices.

[warpedcigars]

Brother called me today, told me he bought me something. He sent me this picture. Standard Glock 23. Now if only I can snag an AK before they go up again, ill be happy.
http://img107.imageshack.us/img107/1989/imgp0074de1.jpg

[GhostRyder]

Mmm... I love some Compact Glock ****. It is sad, my G19 cost nearly $500 in late November. Last summer you could get one for a bit under $400 around here. Price gouging at its finest.

[elderboy02]

Brother called me today, told me he bought me something. He sent me this picture. Standard Glock 23. Now if only I can snag an AK before they go up again, ill be happy.
http://img107.imageshack.us/img107/1989/imgp0074de1.jpg

Very nice! You can tell that the gun is new, and not used b/c you can see the copper compound on the slide that comes from the factory.

[Mark C]

do any of you guys have any civil war era weapons? At some point I would like to buy a musket or carbine which are awesome guns.

I've got a rifled musket that probably doesn't work any longer. Very similar to a Springfield 1863, but I think it's actually a European gun, maybe Prussian.

I've been trying to get a better ID on it, do you have any contacts who may be able to help out? The biggest problem is there are no brands or other identification marks that I can see.

[gettysburgfreak]

I've got a rifled musket that probably doesn't work any longer. Very similar to a Springfield 1863, but I think it's actually a European gun, maybe Prussian.

I've been trying to get a better ID on it, do you have any contacts who may be able to help out? The biggest problem is there are no brands or other identification marks that I can see.


can you post a pic of it?

[warpedcigars]

Very nice! You can tell that the gun is new, and not used b/c you can see the copper compound on the slide that comes from the factory.

Yeah, I was iffy if it was brand new, knowing my brother, haha. Hopefully be able to get my carry permit in Nov when I turn 21. Really wanna take it to the range, but I have to wait till he brings it home with him from UF.

[barbourjay]

509 is the cheapest that both of my locals can get a 19 for. i feel it's a ripoff but it's what the market is carrying right now. honestly i wouldn't pay that much for a glock. i'd be looking at a sig or a HK. or buy a used one. the price would be different they said if they had one in stock.

[Mark C]

can you post a pic of it?

Check out this post:
http://www.thehighroad.org/showpost.php?p=4787022&postcount=3

I found a link somewhere with a picture of one for sale that looked identical, but it didn't have very much info. Can't find that link any more either.

[gettysburgfreak]

Check out this post:
http://www.thehighroad.org/showpost.php?p=4787022&postcount=3

I found a link somewhere with a picture of one for sale that looked identical, but it didn't have very much info. Can't find that link any more either.


I don't think it is American Made. If it was a Harpers Ferry model it would be stamped. Its possible it was used in the CW and then shipped back to Europe for use. I know a guy who bought a carbine in Afghanistan and it was used in the CW.

[Ubergopher]

Just bought my first handgun and shotgun about a week ago.

The handgun is a Springfield XD40 and the Shotgun is an Escort 12 gauge pump action.

Pics to follow soon.

[GTsetGO]

Just bought my first handgun and shotgun about a week ago.

The handgun is a Springfield XD40 and the Shotgun is an Escort 12 gauge pump action.

Pics to follow soon.

i love my XD40

[Mark C]

I don't think it is American Made. If it was a Harpers Ferry model it would be stamped. Its possible it was used in the CW and then shipped back to Europe for use. I know a guy who bought a carbine in Afghanistan and it was used in the CW.

I meant I believe it's European manufactured, probably shipped over here for use in the CW. The rifling pattern and caliber don't match anything US-made, but they're close.

I wish I could shoot it. The barrel looks to be in good condition, the trigger and hammer all work well, but the percussion nipple is corroded enough that there's no opening to the main barrel. I imagine antique gunsmiths are few and far between these days.

[gettysburgfreak]

I meant I believe it's European manufactured, probably shipped over here for use in the CW. The rifling pattern and caliber don't match anything US-made, but they're close.

I wish I could shoot it. The barrel looks to be in good condition, the trigger and hammer all work well, but the percussion nipple is corroded enough that there's no opening to the main barrel. I imagine antique gunsmiths are few and far between these days.

Most likely. Its tough finding those old muskets in good enough condition to fire and the ones that are are very expensive I wouldn't fire it. Still a sweet gun though.

[Mark C]

Most likely. Its tough finding those old muskets in good enough condition to fire and the ones that are are very expensive I wouldn't fire it. Still a sweet gun though.

I sent off an email to College Hill Arsenal and Tim Prince hooked me up. He says it definitely is an Austrian M1842, manufactured in 1848, and converted to percussion, possibly by Leman in Lancaster, PA, though the bolster is missing the clean out screw he used. He also said the cut stock was probably done in the 1920s, one guy (forgot his name) was notorious for cutting stocks to ship surplus arms in smaller boxes. He did tell me not to even consider firing it, as the Austrians used crappy iron that probably isn't any good 160 yrs down the road, regardless of apparent condition. Also valued it at ~$600. I do like the look of it, might try and find a functional repro just for fun :D

I'd definitely recommend Tim and College Hill Arsenal for anyone interested in CW-era 'stuff'!

[smokeyandthebandit05]

I found a good website while lookin for a video on how to take down my 870

http://www.wonderhowto.com/how-to/video/how-to-disassemble-and-reassemble-a-remington-870-152184/

There are more videos for hand guns and other types of firearms

[elderboy02]

I found a good website while lookin for a video on how to take down my 870

http://www.wonderhowto.com/how-to/video/how-to-disassemble-and-reassemble-a-remington-870-152184/

There are more videos for hand guns and other types of firearms

That is a good video. I need to clean my guns this weekend b/c I shot them on Friday. It was a great time. :D

[smokeyandthebandit05]

Alright I ordered 1000 rounds of PMC .223 ammo from ableammo.com. Tonight I recieved an email saying...

Dear Customer,





We have learned, that our PMC 223 will arrive the last week of February,
possibly the first week of March. We did sit down with PMC, and negotiated a
little better price. We also have negotiated with Fiocchi ammunition company a
good deal on .223 ammo. We wanted to give you our customer an option, due to
the delay on the PMC.





1. We can hold your order for the PMC, and continue to reserve it for you. We
will adjust the charge per 1000 round case to $349.50 per case.





2. We can offer the same load in Fiocchi brand .223 for $349.50 per 1000 round
case. Fiocchi, has notified us that they will deliver to us within the first
two weeks of February.





Both Brands of ammunition are brass cased 55 grain .223 FMJ.





Please let us know how you wish us to proceed with your order.



What Im wondering is should I take the PMC ammo or Fiocchi?
Has anyone shot either of these loads or know which one is better?

[smokeyandthebandit05]

bump?