Guns And Firearms Thread

[Pinkyman]

Well i made it out for a little bit this weekend. I didnt last long, the mosquitoes were insane! Anyone thats been to MN knows what im talking about.....

I didnt hear or see anything. But ill be out again once it freezes so the mosquitoes die off, and give it another go.


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[denverd1]

^ tried a thermocell? didn't buy into the hype either. Worth their weight in gold. Tx skeeters are pretty bad, especially with all the rain we've had. If I don't have it with me, I likely won't go. Can't hunt swatting bugs off of you. changed bowhunting for me, hope you try it out - it works.

[Pinkyman]

^ tried a thermocell? didn't buy into the hype either. Worth their weight in gold. Tx skeeters are pretty bad, especially with all the rain we've had. If I don't have it with me, I likely won't go. Can't hunt swatting bugs off of you. changed bowhunting for me, hope you try it out - it works.

My father in law has a few of them. Ill have to give that a shot possibly this weekend, if i get a chance to get out again.

[TeXJ]

+1 for the Thermacell

[denverd1]

got the ruger out for some range work. fits my hand really well and I'm damn accurate with it. May keep it for a truck gun/ range whore.

also got this guy on camera. not sure if this will post from here, but I'll try again if not
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[denverd1]

Camera is about 14' off the ground. Kinda looks like Bambi wearing a big hat from this shot. He's young

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[denverd1]

shot the Ruger pistol again, really liking this gun. Newer model is Ruger American. might have to check one out.

[Mudderoy]

What do you guys think of muzzle brakes, flash hinders on rifles? I'd like to get my Remington 700 varmint bull barrel threaded for one or the other, perhaps both.

9882

[MattybPDX]

What do you guys think of muzzle brakes, flash hinders on rifles? I'd like to get my Remington 700 varmint bull barrel threaded for one or the other, perhaps both.

9882
Check this guy out..
https://youtu.be/YnEzN2ljWLE

It's an adjustable muzzle break.

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[Pinkyman]

We went over to my sister in laws yesterday to sight in the guns for deer season. I got all mine sighted in except for one of the muzzleloaders that i put a new scope on. I may have to get that one out there in the next few days.

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[xj-jake]

Ryan have you thought about 20 round P-Mags for your AR? I just picked a few up in St Cloud a few weeks ago and they make it a lot nicer for getting around by not having that extra chunk of mag hanging down there. Just and idea.

[TeXJ]

What do you guys think of muzzle brakes, flash hinders on rifles? I'd like to get my Remington 700 varmint bull barrel threaded for one or the other, perhaps both.

9882

I thought you had some suppressors? If not, you need to :D

Ok so I would get a muzzle brake. perceived recoil is less and less muzzle rise. I got the Dead Air Sandman-S due to the design of the muzzle brake they use. Their muzzle brake acts like a quick detach as well. Some say the muzzle device is well enough made that if you dont even buy their suppressor to just get the brake.

[Pinkyman]

I got out deer hunting last weekend, but with highs in the 70s, there wasnt much for movement. Its supposed to be in the 30's this weekend, so hopefully that helps.

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[denverd1]

nice stand placement with good cover.

I got out as well. First year hunting this property, feeders have been out about a year. You think you know a piece of land until you go sit in the stand for a couple hours. Turns out I have a gun range close by and several guys were sighting in. A shot went off every couple minutes until 5pm. Wind was wrong for my other stand so I moved around and hunted a couple other spots from the ground. Needless to say, I didn't see a thing - didn't expect to with everything going on, then moving a few times. Was nice to get out in the woods. Way too hot in Tx as well. Was 46* this morning so things are FINALLY cooling off. Short on good bucks staying around, but not too bad for a free spot thats 10 min from my house.

[Pinkyman]

nice stand placement with good cover.

I got out as well. First year hunting this property, feeders have been out about a year. You think you know a piece of land until you go sit in the stand for a couple hours. Turns out I have a gun range close by and several guys were sighting in. A shot went off every couple minutes until 5pm. Wind was wrong for my other stand so I moved around and hunted a couple other spots from the ground. Needless to say, I didn't see a thing - didn't expect to with everything going on, then moving a few times. Was nice to get out in the woods. Way too hot in Tx as well. Was 46* this morning so things are FINALLY cooling off. Short on good bucks staying around, but not too bad for a free spot thats 10 min from my house.

Oh very nice! Bummer about the gun range though. Hopefully everyone is sighted in by now. I know here in MN, its illegal to sight in during deer season, even on private property. I guess its still legal at the range though...

Having land that close would be sweet. Time for you to get some cameras out and get a good lay of the land. My land is 40 minutes away, not horrible, but not easy to set up cameras and check them all the time :mad:

[MattybPDX]

Trap shooting league starts Dec 1. We start practicing your weekend. This will not only be my first time trap shooting but holding a shotgun at all. It will be interesting.

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[denverd1]

Trap shooting league starts Dec 1. We start practicing your weekend. This will not only be my first time trap shooting but holding a shotgun at all. It will be interesting.

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wow! yes it will be interesting. learn to shoot with both eyes open. helps you track the clay. also stand so you can swing the gun around comfortably from L to R and back. Have fun!

[Pinkyman]

Trap shooting league starts Dec 1. We start practicing your weekend. This will not only be my first time trap shooting but holding a shotgun at all. It will be interesting.

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Gotta start somewhere! Trap shooting is awesome. I expect a full report with pictures :p

[MattybPDX]

The best part, I don't have any depth perception! I can thank my mom for that.

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[denverd1]

Oh very nice! Bummer about the gun range though. Hopefully everyone is sighted in by now. I know here in MN, its illegal to sight in during deer season, even on private property. I guess its still legal at the range though...

Having land that close would be sweet. Time for you to get some cameras out and get a good lay of the land. My land is 40 minutes away, not horrible, but not easy to set up cameras and check them all the time :mad:

was out Tuesday, no shots so hopefully they're done. Got 2 cameras out, one of them emails me pics. Had some kids vandalize things and wanted to protect what I've got out there. I've spent a good bit of time out there, hopefully the shooting was a 1 time deal. Getting nice deer on camera, if I can keep the landowner off the land I should easily fill a few tags this year. Hoping wife gets one with a bow.

[denverd1]

The best part, I don't have any depth perception! I can thank my mom for that.

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got a bad eyeball? good thing about the ole scatter gun, unless it's too far away, you're gonna hit it!

Leading clays is another important part, the lead varies on how fast they're crossing... I'll shutup now, you'll figure it out.

[MattybPDX]

got a bad eyeball? good thing about the ole scatter gun, unless it's too far away, you're gonna hit it!

Leading clays is another important part, the lead varies on how fast they're crossing... I'll shutup now, you'll figure it out.
It's funny I have 20/20 just no depth perception. Parallel parking is a nightmare.

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[denverd1]

SKS bolt work.
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[MattybPDX]

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First time. Did 2 25 shot rounds. I think I got maybe 10/25 each round. Used father in law's Remington 1100.

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[Pinkyman]

First time. Did 2 25 shot rounds. I think I got maybe 10/25 each round. Used father in law's Remington 1100.

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Nice work! I think everyones father in law has an 1100 lol. I use my father in laws 1100 with the rifled barrel for deer hunting. It was the first gun he ever bought, and he got it at the local hardware store 40 years ago. Still looks like new.

[OrangeXJ]

I have a / had a 1100 my son now uses it to duck hunt. I got it second hand around 1972. I think it was built in 1969. Over the years it has been completely rebuilt several times but still working great. I got it 44 years ago. Non vent rib I paid $120 for it.

[TeXJ]

SKS bolt work.
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what are you doing to that and why?

[Outlaw star]

To tell you how old this Outlaw's rifle and pistol are, they both say Sears and Roebuck on them. .22LR rifle and .22 six shooter

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[denverd1]

First time. Did 2 25 shot rounds. I think I got maybe 10/25 each round. Used father in law's Remington 1100.

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looks fun! respectable score for your first time doing it. got an 1100 handed down too. still use it, great gun.

[denverd1]

what are you doing to that and why?

so I can insert or drop/exchange mags with the bolt closed. eliminates the funky mag load process on a SKS. did 2 of them, both came out looking great. I took it down a bit more and blended everything together.

[downsy]

It's to "bubbafiy" the SKS ;)

Mine was bubbified for a while. Wound up putting the action back into the wooden stock selling all of my duckbill mags and putting the 10 round box mag back in. A bit after that I found the Chinese factory 20 round magazine (mine is Russian but they're all the same) and put that in there. Two stripper clips top it off pretty quick and zero reliability issues.

Not mine but it gives you the idea of what it looks like

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I think you can still find them out there from time to time.

What would be neat to get ahold of is the SKS-D model that took AK magazines from the factory :)


http://chinesesks.weebly.com/d.html


Last match I shot

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nZ-JHXs36DE

[TeXJ]

so I can insert or drop/exchange mags with the bolt closed. eliminates the funky mag load process on a SKS. did 2 of them, both came out looking great. I took it down a bit more and blended everything together.

oh nice! what's that called, so i can go and look it up? I've got one.

[downsy]

oh nice! what's that called, so i can go and look it up? I've got one.

http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_4_83/144691_SKS_Bolt_mod_so_as_to_be_able_to_insert_and _remove_detachable_magazines_with_bolt_closed___Pi ctures_.html

[denverd1]

Bolt mod

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[TeXJ]

Thanks!

[denverd1]

first time I've heard the term "bubbafiy". sounds like you think rednecks are the only ones who enjoy a hassle free mag exchange, but whatever.

plastic tapco mags are best. with the bolt mod, I change mags quickly and easily. IMO the only problem with the guns.

Mine have synthetic stocks. not sure on optics yet, but I'll post pics when I'm done.

[TeXJ]

nice. I got mine when I was 14, 1994, and i've had it ever since. I think I'll buy another bolt and do this to it.

[denverd1]

nice. I got mine when I was 14, 1994, and i've had it ever since. I think I'll buy another bolt and do this to it.

my brother bought his around that time. he sold it about 10 years ago and still regrets it.

[downsy]

first time I've heard the term "bubbafiy". sounds like you think rednecks are the only ones who enjoy a hassle free mag exchange, but whatever.

plastic tapco mags are best. with the bolt mod, I change mags quickly and easily. IMO the only problem with the guns.

Mine have synthetic stocks. not sure on optics yet, but I'll post pics when I'm done.

It's a common term in the firearms community for modified SKSes. Don't get mad at me (also a redneck) about it. Some folks wear it as a badge of honor. :)

http://www.xdtalk.com/threads/tapco-has-reinvented-the-bubbafied-sks.9792/

http://www.sksboards.com/smf/index.php?topic=129940

https://www.reddit.com/r/SKS/comments/2xi4ol/my_unbubbafied_norinko_sks/

http://www.carolinashootersclub.com/threads/gone-wts-wtt-non-bubbafied-norinco-sks.72888/

https://www.thehighroad.org/index.php?threads/bubbafied.307207/

It's really a term that applies to all guns but really stuck with the SKS when TAPCO first started making stocks and what not for it and "TAPCOed" SKSes where everywhere. Especially when they were still 75 dollars a copy for a Russian model and you could get crates of them along with 80 dollar 1200 round cases of ammo at gun shows.

It's nothing against you so don't take it personally.

[TeXJ]

my brother bought his around that time. he sold it about 10 years ago and still regrets it.

I got the Murray firing pin done to it, his shop is about 2 hours from me, and that's it. My dad passed away last year and he is the one that got it for me. So, I'm never gonna sell it.

[downsy]

Rolled the dice on a Taurus for a new compact pewer. I've had three other Taurus handguns and they always ran well with no issues but the 1st gen of tbisbpistol had some pretty big problems. The G2 model is supposed to be good to go. My brother bought one and I shot it a few times and decided I wanted one.

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[denverd1]

Looks good. What caliber?

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[downsy]

9mm.


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[denverd1]

It's a common term in the firearms community for modified SKSes. Don't get mad at me (also a redneck) about it. Some folks wear it as a badge of honor. :)

http://www.xdtalk.com/threads/tapco-has-reinvented-the-bubbafied-sks.9792/

http://www.sksboards.com/smf/index.php?topic=129940

https://www.reddit.com/r/SKS/comments/2xi4ol/my_unbubbafied_norinko_sks/

http://www.carolinashootersclub.com/threads/gone-wts-wtt-non-bubbafied-norinco-sks.72888/

https://www.thehighroad.org/index.php?threads/bubbafied.307207/

It's really a term that applies to all guns but really stuck with the SKS when TAPCO first started making stocks and what not for it and "TAPCOed" SKSes where everywhere. Especially when they were still 75 dollars a copy for a Russian model and you could get crates of them along with 80 dollar 1200 round cases of ammo at gun shows.

It's nothing against you so don't take it personally.
Hmm. Surprised I hadn't come across. Not mad at all bro [emoji106] [emoji482]

Those were the days. I'd buy 5 of each if I could


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[downsy]

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[4.3LXJ]

Sort of on topic, but not really. Somebody came up with what I think might be the ultimate Jeep antenna.

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[denverd1]

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nice review. looks like a solid EDC

[denverd1]

Sort of on topic, but not really. Somebody came up with what I think might be the ultimate Jeep antenna.

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Thats cool! Not for me, but I bet they sell.

[downsy]

Got tired of jamming my GLOCK between the seat and console.

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[denverd1]

nice. mine's starting to get some wear on the slide from being tucked behind pass seat. need to do the same. although I'll likely conceal it a bit.

your power locks work? Not hard to reach them all from drivers seat (except hatch) tho

you have the holster laying around or pick one up?

[TeXJ]

I was just thinking of how to conceal my g19 in my XJ. Here in Texas the pistol cant be visible from outside the vehicle. We can cover it with a towel if need be.

[denverd1]

I was just thinking of how to conceal my g19 in my XJ. Here in Texas the pistol cant be visible from outside the vehicle. We can cover it with a towel if need be.

wasn't aware of that, good to know.
I bet its close to fitting in the console. I'll poke around with mine and see what works

[downsy]

nice. mine's starting to get some wear on the slide from being tucked behind pass seat. need to do the same. although I'll likely conceal it a bit.

your power locks work? Not hard to reach them all from drivers seat (except hatch) tho

you have the holster laying around or pick one up?



Had an extra bladetech laying here. Manual locks and windows.


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[downsy]

I was just thinking of how to conceal my g19 in my XJ. Here in Texas the pistol cant be visible from outside the vehicle. We can cover it with a towel if need be.



I'm in Texas. If you have a LTC you can OC even in your car. I am kind of in a grey area though with this as the law states it has to be on OR around your person and must be in a belt or shoulder holster.

It is in a belt holster it's just not mounted to a belt. I don't see a cop going overboard on it though as I try to make it a point not to be an ass to them.

Guess it would depend on their interpretation of the law at that time and I'm sure it'll result in nothing worse than "hey cover that up" during a traffic stop.


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[TeXJ]

I'm in Texas. If you have a LTC you can OC even in your car. I am kind of in a grey area though with this as the law states it has to be on OR around your person and must be in a belt or shoulder holster.

It is in a belt holster it's just not mounted to a belt. I don't see a cop going overboard on it though as I try to make it a point not to be an ass to them.

Guess it would depend on their interpretation of the law at that time and I'm sure it'll result in nothing worse than "hey cover that up" during a traffic stop.


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Also depends on how liberal of an area you're in as well. I do have my LTC, but really would be no room to maneuver if I had to get to it with it being on body. Wish we could use the Gum Creek holsters that go under the steering wheel.

[Pinkyman]

This happened right down the street from my house on Wed........ Damn thugs are getting rural shops now. This shit here really pisses me off!

http://www.fox9.com/news/222764831-story

[downsy]

It's been an issue here recently as well. For the more "hardened" shops they're driving trucks though the walls or front door area then grabbing what they can then bolting before the cops can respond.

It's happened enough the ATF stopped by the range i work at to brief the owner and managers on it.


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[Mudderoy]

What are your thoughts on laser bore site tools?

[Pinkyman]

What are your thoughts on laser bore site tools?

Ive never used one personally. Ive always thought about picking one up just to make sure everything is sighted in.

I cant speak for how well they work though. I always just grab the lead sled and go shoot mine to sight them in :D

[denverd1]

What are your thoughts on laser bore site tools?

Good for setting up a new scope or when you change rings/mounts and can't shoot. It'll get you close, but you need to make holes in stuff to really dial it in.

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I guess if you REALLY knew your ballistics, you could get it close at distance with a laser. Whats the fun in that?

[Mudderoy]

Ive never used one personally. Ive always thought about picking one up just to make sure everything is sighted in.

I cant speak for how well they work though. I always just grab the lead sled and go shoot mine to sight them in :D

That's what I've always done, but I hate paying the range fees, and then the price for the bullets. I want them ready for when I need them so I was thinking laser bore site, go to range and do the adjustments for 50 and 100, come back home and rebore site then make note of distance and where the red dot falls.

Any work I do where I remove the sites, I should be able to verify things are where then should be without having to go to the range.

I guess I'll just have to test this theory and see if it holds true.

[Mudderoy]

Good for setting up a new scope or when you change rings/mounts and can't shoot. It'll get you close, but you need to make holes in stuff to really dial it in.

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I guess if you REALLY knew your ballistics, you could get it close at distance with a laser. Whats the fun in that?

If I could go in my back yard to shoot I'd do it more often, but...

[Pinkyman]

If I could go in my back yard to shoot I'd do it more often, but...

Dont you live in Texas??? I thought you could shoot in almost any back yard down there lol.

Fun fact: My wife lived in McAllen for 3 months, I went to visit her one week......... I went to a gun shop, and they were closed. Saddest day of my life. I was hoping to come home with some Texas steel :mad:

[TeXJ]

Dont you live in Texas??? I thought you could shoot in almost any back yard down there lol.

Fun fact: My wife lived in McAllen for 3 months, I went to visit her one week......... I went to a gun shop, and they were closed. Saddest day of my life. I was hoping to come home with some Texas steel :mad:

You would have had to shipped it to your FFL in your home state.

[denverd1]

anybody get guns or gun gear under the tree? or getting yourself a little something from local FFL?

[Pinkyman]

I got some 9mm as a stocking stuffer lol

[TeXJ]

Just got my letter that my SandmanS is now approved. It was approved Dec 15, but just got the email this Tuesday O.o

Now to fill out some paper work and have them send it to me.

[4.3LXJ]

My son gave ma a nice gift. He took a family heirloom and had a gunsmith work it over. 1902 Colt .32 cal. Belonged to my great uncle who was chief of police in the Los Angelos area. This is all they used to carry in those days when they didn't empty the clip into you. Haven't shot it yet, but will soon.

[Pinkyman]

My son gave ma a nice gift. He took a family heirloom and had a gunsmith work it over. 1902 Colt .32 cal. Belonged to my great uncle who was chief of police in the Los Angelos area. This is all they used to carry in those days when they didn't empty the clip into you. Haven't shot it yet, but will soon.

Now THAT is a great story! Sounds like you raised a good kid there :thumbsup:

[4.3LXJ]

Now THAT is a great story! Sounds like you raised a good kid there :thumbsup:

Yeah, he learned to like things that go boom at a young age.

[prerunner1982]

Rolled the dice on a Taurus for a new compact pewer. I've had three other Taurus handguns and they always ran well with no issues but the 1st gen of tbisbpistol had some pretty big problems. The G2 model is supposed to be good to go. My brother bought one and I shot it a few times and decided I wanted one.

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Contemplating this or a Smith and Wesson M&P Shield 9.

[prerunner1982]

Sort of on topic, but not really. Somebody came up with what I think might be the ultimate Jeep antenna.

https://patriotdepot.com/50-caliber-auto-antenna/?utm_source=Minutemen%20News&utm_medium=Email&utm_content=Minutemen%20News%20Email&utm_campaign=Alerts%20Email

Fine if you live in/near the city. Reception distance will be less than factory antenna.

[TeXJ]

Contemplating this or a Smith and Wesson M&P Shield 9.

To me, if you have the choice, Shield all day and everyday. Now that being said if you're wanting a single stack 9, there are a lot of options. Ruger has a nice newer version of the LC9 called the LC9s. The LC9s Pro is the version that doesn't have an external safety.

[Pinkyman]

Contemplating this or a Smith and Wesson M&P Shield 9.

I have the shield 9mm and i couldnt be happier with it. It shoots every time, its accurate, and i can feed whatever through it without a FTF or any other issues. I invested in the Talon grips, and it is very comfortable to shoot.

I also carry it daily, and have not seen much for wear on it.

[denverd1]

My son gave ma a nice gift. He took a family heirloom and had a gunsmith work it over. 1902 Colt .32 cal. Belonged to my great uncle who was chief of police in the Los Angelos area. This is all they used to carry in those days when they didn't empty the clip into you. Haven't shot it yet, but will soon.

Very cool!! mostly finish work or did need some fixing?

[denverd1]

Contemplating this or a Smith and Wesson M&P Shield 9.

essentially the same gun, along with Ruger LC series. 12 round vs 9 vs 8 (LC) is the only difference and I don't consider that substantial. small frame, sub compact guns in 9mm. all with ext safeties. Taurus and Ruger have chamber indicators up top.

Ruger LC9/LCP has some serious trigger uptake, LCs is supposedly improved action but haven't shot one. I have an LC9 i don't shoot if you're interested.

would come down to local availability and price IMO. can't go wrong with any of them. None of them will be a joy to shoot, no carry is.

[4.3LXJ]

Very cool!! mostly finish work or did need some fixing?

It needed a good cleaning. Pretty worn out. Cylinder would not advance properly. It has had a lot of rounds shot through it with a long police career.

[denverd1]

Contemplating this or a Smith and Wesson M&P Shield 9.
I'd probably go sheild as well. more rounds is always better and it would fit my hand better as well. Old man has one but I haven't shot it.

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[prerunner1982]

Shield only has 7/8 rounds, the PT111 has 12 rounds. I like more rounds too..

[denverd1]

oops. That would make the Taurus the front runner IMO

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[downsy]

None of them will be a joy to shoot, no carry is.


I shoot the PT 111 in IDPA competition in CCP divisionand find it to be very comfortable to shoot. Not as comfortable as my Glock 17 obviously but it is a half a pound lighter than my Glock 17 fully loaded and much smaller.

I've shot a shield and find the grip (to me) to be too oblong.






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[downsy]

What are your thoughts on laser bore site tools?



What's it for? For a bolt action just remove the bolt and look down the bore from the chamber and center it up ona target of some sort then adjust your optic to match. You can do this with an AR15 as well by taking the upper off removing the bolt and doing the same thing.

You can do it in the comfort of your own home down a long hallway. Ideal way is with a vice or some sandbags or the like. That'll get you on the center area of the target then you can fine tune from there for a proper zero.


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[bluedragon436]

What are your thoughts on laser bore site tools?

I've used a few different ones, a few different times... and I know a few folks that do competition shooting that make use of them... granted they also continuously shoot and make any kind of minor adjustments themselves.. but they use the laser bore site to get the initial start on sighting in new guns, sights or scopes...

[Pinkyman]

So im looking into biometric safes, something i can keep by my bed and not have to worry about the little man getting into it. I currently have the ADG top load safe, but it only opens 80% of the time when i enter the code, and thats not acceptable.

Does anyone have any input on biometric safes at all? Ive never owned one, so im not sure what to look for.


Heres what i currently have:

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e124/Rocketryan1/boytharnessspeedseriestoploadvault83004_zpss3mdmrq 6.jpg (http://s38.photobucket.com/user/Rocketryan1/media/boytharnessspeedseriestoploadvault83004_zpss3mdmrq 6.jpg.html)

[TeXJ]

I would then go with name brand stuff. I know Liberty Safes have some biometric safes.

I don't have any experience with these yet.

[TeXJ]

Rob Pincus knows his stuff.

https://youtu.be/Nl2-ccCEGC4

https://youtu.be/MB4V6ltePHs

[nicpaige]

oops. That would make the Taurus the front runner IMO

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I have both the Taurus PT111 and Shield in 9mm. For me the Taurus is by far the better shooting gun. The trigger does take some getting used to but I shoot that $199.00 plinker much more accurately than the Shield. I like the capacity as well. The only thing I can complain about with the Taurus is the mags fit a little loose and rattle at the bottom.

[nicpaige]

I was just thinking of how to conceal my g19 in my XJ. Here in Texas the pistol cant be visible from outside the vehicle. We can cover it with a towel if need be.

I mounted an Uncle Mike's holster (G19) onto an aluminum plate and secured it on the knee panel. Doesn't rattle or move and access is about as fast as you can get. It is also almost impossible to see from outside the XJ.

[TeXJ]

I mounted an Uncle Mike's holster (G19) onto an aluminum plate and secured it on the knee panel. Doesn't rattle or move and access is about as fast as you can get. It is also almost impossible to see from outside the XJ.
Thanks!

[Pinkyman]

I ordered a new holster for my M&P Shield today. The desantis I currently use has 2 belt clips, and gets kind of bulky. I'm hoping this one lives up to the hype, and it will be my new edc holster.

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e124/Rocketryan1/maxresdefault%201_zpsissoevtu.jpg (http://s38.photobucket.com/user/Rocketryan1/media/maxresdefault%201_zpsissoevtu.jpg.html)

[gary63]

I would then go with name brand stuff. I know Liberty Safes have some biometric safes.

I don't have any experience with these yet.

I have to work on them all the time I do not like them and would not own one. to many things can go wrong batties go dead or go bad bourds go bad or break and the buttons are not that good.

[TeXJ]

That good info to know, I know some still like to the old turn style locks...forgot the name lol

[gary63]

same with gun safes i like the dial no push buttons they break and have alot of little problems. the us marshals in my area have so much problems they keep a back up dail one around lol.

[4.3LXJ]

Bump, let's see what you got for Christmas

[denverd1]

no new hardware, but got to shoot a few days before Christmas with my brother and brother n law. Hit it 2.5" circle (flattened beer can) at 20 yards with my 1911. that was fun!

[4x4Dalton]

I conceal carry a .40 Cal Hi-Point S&W in a shoulder holster.

[TeXJ]

A couple of Mondays ago I bought a TriStar Raptor from Walmart for $295. It is a semi-auto shotgun with camo forend and stock.

I took it out and shot some of my high brass duck loads, like 5 of them, then tried some low brass clay shells(cheap walmart stuff) and it wouldn't cycle.

Then I put about 40-50 rounds through it of the high brass stuff and then tried to shoot the low brass stuff again, they cycled very well.

Really am impressed with this gun. Will be a great clay/dove/duck gun. I'll still have my 870, but this will be my go to.

[denverd1]

A couple of Mondays ago I bought a TriStar Raptor from Walmart for $295. It is a semi-auto shotgun with camo forend and stock.

I took it out and shot some of my high brass duck loads, like 5 of them, then tried some low brass clay shells(cheap walmart stuff) and it wouldn't cycle.

Then I put about 40-50 rounds through it of the high brass stuff and then tried to shoot the low brass stuff again, they cycled very well.

Really am impressed with this gun. Will be a great clay/dove/duck gun. I'll still have my 870, but this will be my go to.

Sweet! saw a tristar a while back, thought I posted on this thread... they look really well made for the $$. on ammo, may have just need to break in bit. post a pic of it if you get a chance

[TeXJ]

Apparently I cant upload my pics to photobucket anymore...apple decided to use a different format that nobody can open...

I'll have to upload to dropbox, then i can upload to photobucket.

[4.3LXJ]

If you load your pics into Preview on an Apple computer you can change it to almost any format

[TeXJ]

i just downloaded them from Facebook:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v698/TeXJ2424/27459831_1674236119331492_746887355379988677_n_zps oagtr5fu.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/TeXJ2424/media/27459831_1674236119331492_746887355379988677_n_zps oagtr5fu.jpg.html)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v698/TeXJ2424/27459523_1674236125998158_6392562296479294969_n_zp sbxc6ke9j.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/TeXJ2424/media/27459523_1674236125998158_6392562296479294969_n_zp sbxc6ke9j.jpg.html)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v698/TeXJ2424/27544704_1674236115998159_6843337600492405151_n_zp s05sfdire.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/TeXJ2424/media/27544704_1674236115998159_6843337600492405151_n_zp s05sfdire.jpg.html)

[denverd1]

i just downloaded them from Facebook:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v698/TeXJ2424/27459831_1674236119331492_746887355379988677_n_zps oagtr5fu.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/TeXJ2424/media/27459831_1674236119331492_746887355379988677_n_zps oagtr5fu.jpg.html)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v698/TeXJ2424/27459523_1674236125998158_6392562296479294969_n_zp sbxc6ke9j.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/TeXJ2424/media/27459523_1674236125998158_6392562296479294969_n_zp sbxc6ke9j.jpg.html)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v698/TeXJ2424/27544704_1674236115998159_6843337600492405151_n_zp s05sfdire.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/TeXJ2424/media/27544704_1674236115998159_6843337600492405151_n_zp s05sfdire.jpg.html)

no worky. unfortunately, i have no idea how to upload pics anymore either.....

[TeXJ]

If you are using Firefox or Chrome, get the add-on Photobucket hotlink fix, or something to that affect. Then you'll be able to see photos that are hosted at photobucket.

[TeXJ]

I've uploaded them to imgur
https://imgur.com/czCarM3
https://imgur.com/SVM3URa
https://imgur.com/ROEA53l

[denverd1]

I've uploaded them to imgur
https://imgur.com/czCarM3
https://imgur.com/SVM3URa
https://imgur.com/ROEA53l

Good looking gun!

[TeXJ]

Good looking gun!

Thanks! It's a great gun for ~$300

[denverd1]

Thanks! It's a great gun for ~$300
I agree. I may take another look at their O/U offerings.

getting a little nervous about all the anti gun rhetoric. I expect it from the left and the liberal media but seems like we're hearing it from all sides this time around. All it takes is a mob of idiots with good intentions to make big changes.

[TeXJ]

I agree. I may take another look at their O/U offerings.

getting a little nervous about all the anti gun rhetoric. I expect it from the left and the liberal media but seems like we're hearing it from all sides this time around. All it takes is a mob of idiots with good intentions to make big changes.
That's true about that. That's we also have to be vocal and don't let the media lie.

[denverd1]

That's true about that. That's we also have to be vocal and don't let the media lie.

In the past, I'd rest easy knowing the NRA has our backs in Washington. sounds like banks and financial institutions are doing their best to stop the flow of NRA funds. I don't think it's a permanent problem, but all involved are getting creative about reducing NRA's control.

jump on any social media source and all it is housewives all bent out of shape of the lack of gun control. as though making laws for people who don't obey laws will do anything.

Gotta tell ya, when I saw a headline on the FBI blowing the whistle on college athletes receiving compensation while playing for NCAA, I was shocked and pissed. Cruz (FL shooter) had been reported many times to FBI. Lot of red flags that the FBI took a nap on. hard to believe it was preventable. Agree with the Donald, they need to get back to focusing on national security. not russia collusion, not NCAA athletes. protect the children in our schools. can't imagine sending a child off to a gun free zone every day. really like Trump's idea on arming teachers who are willing to get CHL. instead of jumping in front a madman with an AR, just shoot back. pretty simple IMO.

[4.3LXJ]

Yup, geting our priorities turned around. In essence, we have overlap without cooperation. Why cannot we say for instance that the FBI concentrate on crime, like the old days and NSA on things like terrorism and get agencies to share info instead of building walls between each other over turf? Seems common sense to me. Here is an interesting read on mass shootings

https://steadfastandloyal.com/social-issues/despite-tell-america-not-worst-country-mass-shootings/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_content=subscriber_id:1084186&utm_campaign=WATCH%20Antifa%20Crashes%20Conservati ve%20Party%20and%20Run%20Away%20Like%20Sissies

[abebehrmann]

Yeeesh, I'm beginning to think this guy may not actually understand a damn thing about the constitution.


http://insider.foxnews.com/2018/03/02/shepard-smith-blasts-president-trumps-remarks-due-process-taking-guns

[4.3LXJ]

I think he does Abe. I think he was just getting discussion going on possible solutions. They are already doing what he proposed here in CA

[abebehrmann]

I have no doubt that he was trying to describe gun violence restraining orders. I read a good article on them by David French of National Review a couple weeks ago and I think that is a good idea. (https://www.nationalreview.com/2018/02/gun-control-republicans-consider-grvo/).

All I'm saying is somebody with a basic understanding of the constitution who is proposing GVROs would never describe them as, “Take the guns first, go through due process second.” Describing them in that manner is literally the constitutional argument against them.

[4.3LXJ]

I know what you are saying, and I agree with your position. My point is wait and see what happens. This prez has a negotiating style that takes some hard stance and then works towards some compromise. Buuuutttttt, this is not much different than civil asset forfeiture. I don't agree with that either, but there seems to be some legal presidents for this type of approach

[denverd1]

They are already doing what he proposed here in CA
What's the stance on it in CA?

[4.3LXJ]

We currently have a law on the books that says if you spent the night in a mental facility, you forfeit your guns until you go to court to prove you are stable enough to have them

[denverd1]

We currently have a law on the books that says if you spent the night in a mental facility, you forfeit your guns until you go to court to prove you are stable enough to have them

Cali is something special. Most relaxed immigration laws in the US, sanctuary cities; yet most restrictive for it's citizens. quite the dichotomy.

[TeXJ]

I think you just wanted to say the word "dichotomy" :D haha

[4.3LXJ]

Yeah, the liberals get real hysterical about guns. There is also a law that has never been enforced that you cannot transport a gun, even from the person you bought it from. Somehow everyone knows that one would never be prosecuted

[abebehrmann]

You have any more info on that? Can't seem to find anything on that law. According to the CA Attorney General, it just needs to be unloaded and, if it's a handgun, in a locked container.

https://oag.ca.gov/firearms/travel

[4.3LXJ]

There was a lot of bru ha ha on it. Republicans cited second amendment etc. Current law you are referring to says it has to be locked in the trunk, which is difficult if you don't have one

[abebehrmann]

There was a lot of bru ha ha on it. Republicans cited second amendment etc. Current law you are referring to says it has to be locked in the trunk, which is difficult if you don't have one

Oh yeah I bet a ton of people would have a big problem with that, that sounds crazy.

If you read that link up there, the Attorney General's website just says it has to be in a locked container. It does say a trunk qualifies as a locked container, but if you don't have a trunk you would need to put it in a secure container with some sort of lock in order to transport the handgun legally.

[denverd1]

another school shooting. this time, an armed officer shot and killed the gunman after only injuring 2 students. armed guards on school property seems to be working

[denverd1]

Surprisingly, the anti-gun nuts have moved along. Florida passed some legislation, but nothing crazy. 21 minimum age, 3 day wait, bump stocks banned, arm school guards, funding for mental health.

The underlying theme of the recent shooting really centers around a couple of major issues IMO.
1. FBI dropped the ball a couple dozen times on the FL shooter, dude has been reported many times to authorities. they did nothing.
2. we have a lot of people with mental issues and no way to help them.

[4.3LXJ]

One more thing keeps coming up: Lack of coordination between local law enforcement and the Feds. Doesn't matter which agency, they all seem to be in competition with each other.

[denverd1]

One more thing keeps coming up: Lack of coordination between local law enforcement and the Feds. Doesn't matter which agency, they all seem to be in competition with each other.

agree 100%

[OrangeXJ]

It's my opinion that schools can be made safer metal detectors with armed guards at entry points. But guess what that costs money and everyone wants someone else to pay for it. No one wants to take responsibility to fix the problem. Her's something to think about I read a report from the AAA motor club that more teens are killed in one month using cell phones (11 per day in the US) than all the mass shootings recently combined. Lets ban cell phones.

[denverd1]

It's my opinion that schools can be made safer metal detectors with armed guards at entry points. But guess what that costs money and everyone wants someone else to pay for it. No one wants to take responsibility to fix the problem. Her's something to think about I read a report from the AAA motor club that more teens are killed in one month using cell phones (11 per day in the US) than all the mass shootings recently combined. Lets ban cell phones.

When I was in high school, there was discussion of putting metal detectors at every school entrance/exit. never happened, didn't follow politics enough know or care why. At this point, metal detectors should be a dime a dozen.

I fully support putting armed guards in schools. the liberal bleeding hearts think a sign at the door saying "gun free zone" somehow does more to protect children.

[4.3LXJ]

Another thing that enters into this discussion is that in the Parkland shooting, the reason no one arrested this kid before it happened is that Obama's bleeding heart policy of doing away with zero tolerance kept this kid out of the system. That is why that ultra liberal political hack of a sheriff didn't have this kid in jail. It is not like they didn't know he was a menace, they were just hoping he would grow out of it some day

[denverd1]

Another thing that enters into this discussion is that in the Parkland shooting, the reason no one arrested this kid before it happened is that Obama's bleeding heart policy of doing away with zero tolerance kept this kid out of the system. That is why that ultra liberal political hack of a sheriff didn't have this kid in jail. It is not like they didn't know he was a menace, they were just hoping he would grow out of it some day

unreal

[abebehrmann]

Another thing that enters into this discussion is that in the Parkland shooting, the reason no one arrested this kid before it happened is that Obama's bleeding heart policy of doing away with zero tolerance kept this kid out of the system. That is why that ultra liberal political hack of a sheriff didn't have this kid in jail. It is not like they didn't know he was a menace, they were just hoping he would grow out of it some day

That seems like quite the stretch to me. The directive from the Obama administration sought to reduce the number of minorities that were suspended or expelled from schools for small infractions and reduce the number that were reported to law enforcement, but Nikolas Cruz was expelled from school and was reported to local law enforcement and the FBI many times before he shot up the Stoneman Douglas High School. Seems like local and federal law enforcement didn't take him seriously enough and his family and friends, who did take it seriously, didn't have any legal recourse available to take the weapons away from him, such as a gun violence restraining order.

[4.3LXJ]

That seems like quite the stretch to me. The directive from the Obama administration sought to reduce the number of minorities that were suspended or expelled from schools for small infractions and reduce the number that were reported to law enforcement, but Nikolas Cruz was expelled from school and was reported to local law enforcement and the FBI many times before he shot up the Stoneman Douglas High School. Seems like local and federal law enforcement didn't take him seriously enough and his family and friends, who did take it seriously, didn't have any legal recourse available to take the weapons away from him, such as a gun violence restraining order.

I know, seems like a stretch. But consider that he had multiple infractions and threats before they removed him. Also, the local law enforcement had been to his house many times and he was under the care of mental health. I maintain they all failed to take this seriously. And if you haven't figured out that the Sheriff is just a liberal political hack, well then just listen to him some more.

[abebehrmann]

I'm with you there, the Sheriff seems like he's terrible at his job and is blatantly trying to shift the blame from his own ineptitude to lax gun laws.

To me it seems like blaming Obama and his administration's policies for the shooting makes about as much sense as liberals blaming Republicans for him having an AR-15, which of course they're doing, but still doesn't make a ton of sense.

[4.3LXJ]

I know, but it is all the NRAs fault right? :D

[Pinkyman]

I went and renewed my carry permit the other night, so that was fun. I also picked up a pearce grip extension for my M&P Shield.

I should go buy a new firearm so that I can contribute to this thread :-)

https://i.imgur.com/qkb59Aa.jpg

[denverd1]

I went and renewed my carry permit the other night, so that was fun. I also picked up a pearce grip extension for my M&P Shield.

I should go buy a new firearm so that I can contribute to this thread :-)

https://i.imgur.com/qkb59Aa.jpg

how'd ya score?

[Pinkyman]

They didnt score it, it was more on safety and how you control the firearm...

In other news, I think i am in need of a new rifle. Ive got 12 gauges, .50 muzzleloaders, and 22s, but i need something like a .223 for yotes and fox, etc.... Im looking at picking up an AR in the next week or so.

[denverd1]

.223 isn't good for anything bigger than small stuff like that and setting off tannerite, so keep that in mind. so many calibers out there, i'm kinda itching for another in 6.5 creedmoor but have no real need for it so it's gonna be jeep parts first.

[Retired Firefighter]

My just for fun gun.

[denverd1]

My just for fun gun.

nice MAC!! those ARE fun to shoot!

[Retired Firefighter]

This is one of the rare ones (I think). It's a pre ban open bolt. No firing pin, so to speak. Yes it's fun to shoot but you can't hit :turd: with it.

[denverd1]

This is one of the rare ones (I think). It's a pre ban open bolt. No firing pin, so to speak. Yes it's fun to shoot but you can't hit :turd: with it.

they are fun! not balanced for shit, you're right about accuracy.

[Retired Firefighter]

My CCW

[denverd1]

nice, what cal?

[Retired Firefighter]

.45

[Pinkyman]

I should probably contribute to this thread.......

Ive picked up a few new toys to add to the collection in the last 6 months or so. I got an Aero Precision AR with a bunch of aftermarket goodies, and I recently picked up a Glock 43 single stack 9mm, and a Diamondback DB9 (9mm) as a package deal from the guy that I bought my yellow Xj from. Both came with Talon grips, Trijicon XD HR sights, and 2 extended mags.

https://i.imgur.com/ve0K1xY.jpg

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

https://i.imgur.com/XNx2ZYB.jpg

[denverd1]

.45

:patriot: cause they don't make a .46!

[denverd1]

I should probably contribute to this thread.......

Ive picked up a few new toys to add to the collection in the last 6 months or so. I got an Aero Precision AR with a bunch of aftermarket goodies, and I recently picked up a Glock 43 single stack 9mm, and a Diamondback DB9 (9mm) as a package deal from the guy that I bought my yellow Xj from. Both came with Talon grips, Trijicon XD HR sights, and 2 extended mags.

https://i.imgur.com/ve0K1xY.jpg

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

https://i.imgur.com/XNx2ZYB.jpg
looks good!

[Retired Firefighter]

:patriot: cause they don't make a .46!

That's what my defensive pistol class instructor said. He also dissed my 1911. He said every class he taught, the 1911s would fail. Mine didn't, in fact most of the others failed. Mine doesn't even have sights and it still shoots good.

[denverd1]

That's what my defensive pistol class instructor said. He also dissed my 1911. He said every class he taught, the 1911s would fail. Mine didn't, in fact most of the others failed. Mine doesn't even have sights and it still shoots good.

Hmm, not sure I like that fella. although now that everyone under the sun is making them, I'm sure they cover a wide range of the of the quality spectrum.

[cj4a nz]

struth you lot are making me jealous with this thread, the toys you can easily buy
Over here I have to redo my licence every 10 years, I did start off with a life time licence many years ago
they interview a friend, the mrs and physically check my gun cabinet, about a 2hr process and cost me $100-$150 from memory
they don't want to know about my sex life but damn near everything else and I only have a 12 gauge, .243 and .22 rifle.... don't even mention owning a pistol thats a whole diff kettle of fish

[downsy]

Hmm, not sure I like that fella. although now that everyone under the sun is making them, I'm sure they cover a wide range of the of the quality spectrum.

There's a little truth in there. I shoot competitively and there are 2 groups of guns you can bet will choke on "game day". Highly modded guns, and 1911s or variants thereof. The vast majority of factory guns will run and run and run and you don't have to worry about them. To be fair to the 1911 platform the majority of them in competitive shooting circles have been jacked with so many of them fall into that first category.

It's fun to pick my mags up off the ground knock the dirt off of them on a blue barrel reload them and shoot again while the guys with the whizbang guns are disassembling mags between every stage and punching them out with a mag cleaning brush so their guns don't choke on a spec of dirt on the next stage, or the open guys who put protective bags over their holster/gun between each stage to keep dust off of them.

Not a knock against 1911s. I like them, they work, but the design is over 100 years old at this point and they do require some form of fitting of parts and finagling (generally speaking) to get them to be as reliable as other more modern designs. They're also heavy compared to modern polymer offerings. My fully loaded G17 weighs less than an empty 1911 and has more than 2 times the ammo capacity. I still keep a 1911 in the gun safe though for fun. :)


:patriot: cause they don't make a .46!

Sure they do.

S&W .460

https://dg7mxohl2pzv6.cloudfront.net/media/extendware/ewimageopt/media/inline/af/5/smith-wesson-460-460-sw-magnum-5-shot-35-revolver-in-stainless-performance-center-xvr-170350-80a.png

[denverd1]

anyone doing any long range shooting? Looking at a couple different rifles. .300 RUM is what I'll likely end up with. Although my old Ruger 7mm Mag doesn't look too shabby on paper compared to the RUM and I've already got the gun. .338 is another candidate. then there's the .300 weatherby..

let me know what you're shooting and some long range shots or kills.

[Retired Firefighter]

Well, I don't shoot competitively. I shoot for practice and I take the defensive pistol classes to keep my skills up. I've taken 5 classes in 3 years. Each class lasts about 5 hrs and uses up 3-400 rounds. I have 2 1911s. One Kimber and one Colt Combat Commander. I haven't shot the Colt as much as the Kimber, but The only problem I have is after about 250 rounds it starts to stick in my holster, making it harder to draw during class. I cured that by getting some holster lube spray. I also have trouble reaching the mag release button with my thumb. Either it's a long reach or I have a short thumb.

I did used to shoot competitively, but with muzzleloaders. Rife, pistol and shotgun. Back then I would use 3-500 rounds a year. Now I only hunt with them. Deer and wild turkey.

Here's my Kimber loaded (8 rounds), and ready to go. 1lb 14ozs.

[downsy]

Use your weak hand thumb to dump the mag on your way to a new mag. Larry Vickers uses the same technique when running 1911s and M9s on the slide stop /release levers due to the reach to them.

Love doing pistol/rifle/shotgun courses. Not much like burning 500 to 1200 rounds and learning in the process

[denverd1]

I also have trouble reaching the mag release button with my thumb. Either it's a long reach or I have a short thumb.



could also try some smaller grips. although ultimately it sounds like the gun doesn't fit your hand.

[Roland the Headless]

I own a few too
I have a taurus 66 old model
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, a taurus m327
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and a S&W 642

I got some tips on the 642 after wearing it for over a year
first, grips : get a better set for this lil shooter. I put hogue mono-grip on a must for +P and love it but any grip that covers the back strap and lets you use a speed loader EZer would work just as good .
next finish : the paint or whatever S&W uses on the 642 can flake off ..you can cerakote it but I polished mine It is perty now if you do polish yours black out the rear sight
and rounds : I pack hornady crit def non +P in this j frame I like them cause of the lighter recoil and less muzzle flash
to finish carry : a gat this light you don't carry, you wear it I like a pocket holster but I could see hip carry and it disappearing just as ez

[downsy]

The groups on my primary AR are starting to get really horrible. After 10 years and who knows how much ammo I think the barrel is getting worn out.

So ordered up replacment springs since it's due for new springs anyway, new lightweight freefloat handguard, and a 16inch mid length pencil profile Faxon barrel to do an overhaul on it.

I ordered an A1 3 prong flash hider for shits and giggles. Mix a little old and new.


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[Roland the Headless]

^ :worthlesspics: ^


when the parts come show us

[downsy]

^ :worthlesspics: ^


when the parts come show us

I'll take before and after

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[Roland the Headless]

thanks
as you know all forum members including myself are Pic hos

[downsy]

Heres what I'm overhauling a bit.

14.5 in M4 profile barrel with carbine gas system

Phantom flash hider pinned

Standard front sight post that was cut down and smoothed out into a low profile gas block. I wanted to keep the bayonet lug.

Tlr-1 weapon light

Old (heavy) GG&G free float forearm with most of the rails pulled off of it.

Weaver V3 (1-3x) low power variable in QD mount. I picked this because its half the weight of nearly any other 1-4 variable out there.

MAGPUL pop up sights.

MOE grip and stock.

What I'm replacing

Full spring replacement, it's due for one anyway

Barrel with a 16 inch pencil profile midlength gas system a topped with an old school 3 prong flash hider.

Forearm with a more modern and much lighter MLOCK foreend.

Might replace TLR1 with a Streamlight HL-X.

MOE grip with a Magpul K2 grip. Both of my wrists have been broken in the past and the straighter angle of the K2 is far more comfortable.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190108/444b622fcb8f006376e0ca151b1ef1c3.jpg

I used to have a pile of ARs on various configurations. This AR which was my first one after I moved away from home has outlived all.of them so far. I've cut down to one AR per adult in the house I built my wife a basic rifle right after we got married. I figured a pile ammo was better than a pile of guns I never shoot.

Theres still a few I want to build just because. An A2 and A4 clone because those are what I was issued and an A1 clone because I really like how simple and light those A1s are.

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[downsy]

Minor overhaul done. Still need to order a 45 degree rail section for the light.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190111/285d51540a0c62199c507bbfa2596ab5.jpg

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[downsy]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7K_YOFlZPjs

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[bluedragon436]

That looks like a nice refurb of what looked like a pretty nice rifle to start with

[denverd1]

no new guns, but I'm having a safe delivered this week and will be where they live. ready to get them all in one place and secured.

[downsy]

Took the overhauled rifle out today to zero it and get some initial rounds down the tube. Groups are back to normal again. Looking like it's going to be a 2 or 3 moa barrel easily even with steel cased ammo. Good enough for me and any range I'll be shooting around here. I'm thrilled with how much lighter it handles and points compared to it's old configuration.

[denverd1]

Took the overhauled rifle out today to zero it and get some initial rounds down the tube. Groups are back to normal again. Looking like it's going to be a 2 or 3 moa barrel easily even with steel cased ammo. Good enough for me and any range I'll be shooting around here. I'm thrilled with how much lighter it handles and points compared to it's old configuration.

very cool. post up a grouping or 2

[denverd1]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7K_YOFlZPjs

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great video, I like taking things apart and upgrading them. They usually go back together. I bought 1000 rnds of silver bear .223 IIRC, and get light primer strikes with that ammo. Was able to trade a little of it to a friend but still have a bunch. and like you, would like to be able to shoot any kind of ammo out of it. How difficult is replacing the pin spring in these?

[downsy]

Just replace the hammer.spring wth either new GI spec or heavier Wolff spring. A hammer spring requires one pin removal and reinstall. Super easy. There is no firing pin spring on these.

Feel how strong the old one is before you take it out and compare that to the new one.

Also make sure you put it in there the proper direction and that the "legs" of the spring are riding ontop of the lower trigger pin. Those are common mistakes made when building a lower.

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[xj-jake]

Downsy nailed that tip. Make sure the hammer spring is in the right way, I know from experience. A hammer spring is pretty cheap and should fix the issue, also, if you haven't cleaned up the firing pin in some time it might pay off. Lighter oil in cold weather can make a difference as well.

[denverd1]

Downsy nailed that tip. Make sure the hammer spring is in the right way, I know from experience. A hammer spring is pretty cheap and should fix the issue, also, if you haven't cleaned up the firing pin in some time it might pay off. Lighter oil in cold weather can make a difference as well.

good to know, thanks

[cj4a nz]

well less that a week after our biggest massacer in NZ the rules have changed
no more semi auto, not 100% sure all firearms or we can have .22 and shotguns

[downsy]

They can change the law that quick. Dang.

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[cj4a nz]

The PM has struck while the iron was hot, I think it hasn't been thru paliment yet but they have all agreed in principal, we only have 120 seat in our paliment not the number you giys have
the aussie's did it days after there mass shoot 10 odd years ago.
I did hear somewhere that this is equal to about 3500 people in the USA on the latest population stats.

.22 semi's ok not sure on shot guns but they will be limited on capacity a few are looking at rechambering there AR15's to .22 ..
still can't find the latest rules but I don't have any semi's or pumps

[denverd1]

Sounds like they were waiting for just the right time to propose the change. hopefully you guys can keep your .223 bolts

[4.3LXJ]

I heard on the news they are banning assault type weapons and those that are meant to kill lots of people, which you can do with a sling shot if need be. Works in the Bible

[cantab27]

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https://i.stuff.co.nz/national/christchurch-shooting/111455050/new-gun-laws-announced-by-pm-after-christchurch-mosque-shootings?rm=a
Bit of information for ya ��

[cantab27]

Hit the link it has the gun laws ...and shooting if you hit other links in site ......

[Mudderoy]

Wayne I hope it works out the way you guys hope it will...

I personally never want to be defenseless...

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[cantab27]

Well them folks at a mosaic backs turned so yeah ...cops packing guns now which I'm all for ... still but strange seeing em walking beat with big ass guns hanging off em... still feel safe in my city .....oh touch wood but it's shhh stopped shaking ....

[cj4a nz]

X2 the last comment,
it sounds like the correct police checks that should of be done when he applied for the firearms licence weren't carried out correctly,

https://www.radionz.co.nz/news/national/385323/christchurch-terror-attack-accused-s-gun-licence-obtained-without-proper-checks-former-police-officer

the last time my licence was renewed it was almost an invasive process, interview myself, wife and a friend, I had a feeling that the person doing the interview was looking for something else and what I have found out in the last week or so i was correct and also an inspection of my gun cabinet and how it was secured to the floor/ wall.
with building a new place I am looking at a new gun cabinet that will be well attached to the floor and wall, as I won't be living there full time.

[cantab27]

They rung me as well mate ... police did .... asked about your metal state... I didn't mention jeeps so you passed ...yeah there are questions there re him getting through ..

[cj4a nz]

from memory the inspector didn't have an issue with JEEPs as he liked the green one ...
Maybe thats how I kept it ?

cheers

[cj4a nz]

well getting real, fast now, and the MP that could of slowed it all down stuffed it up by talking (really an MP ?) for too long to Media :o

https://www.stuff.co.nz/national/christchurch-shooting/111727631/act-will-force-government-to-pass-new-gun-legislation-under-urgency

and the NEW rules
https://www.stuff.co.nz/national/christchurch-shooting/111727631/act-will-force-government-to-pass-new-gun-legislation-under-urgency
and still nothing re the amount they will give you so it has become a confisation of firearms.

[denverd1]

well getting real, fast now, and the MP that could of slowed it all down stuffed it up by talking (really an MP ?) for too long to Media :o

https://www.stuff.co.nz/national/christchurch-shooting/111727631/act-will-force-government-to-pass-new-gun-legislation-under-urgency

and the NEW rules
https://www.stuff.co.nz/national/christchurch-shooting/111727631/act-will-force-government-to-pass-new-gun-legislation-under-urgency
and still nothing re the amount they will give you so it has become a confisation of firearms.

wow. he literally missed the chance to oppose the legislation?? hope he doesn't have an election coming up... or is his post an appointed position?

[bluedragon436]

Imagine that... a government official not taking advantage of a good opportunity!! I agree with hopefully he doesn't have an upcoming election!!!

[cj4a nz]

elections next year, I think
all our Mp's are voted in to parliment every 4 years unless they become/ are in oppostion.

and have now heard lever actions are deemed semi auto ??????????????????????????
still nothing on the payment for handing in the firearms, so still a confisation

https://www.msn.com/en-nz/news/newsevent/christchurch-mosque-attacks-accused-to-face-50-murder-charges-police-confirm/ar-BBVB0be?ocid=spartanntp

and the bickering begins
https://www.msn.com/en-nz/news/newsevent/muslims-gun-owners-at-odds-in-submissions-on-gun-laws/ar-BBVBiN4?ocid=spartanntp
and David Tipple has done time in your jails for trying to smuggle weapons out of your country

[4.3LXJ]

And it will. Use your power of the vote. That is really the only thing that protects our gun rights

[cantab27]

Too many Nancy's here Steve ,talk about cancelling our ANZAC parades our vet day here ... worried car into crowd stuff blah blah ..start doing this shit they win ... bullshit ...

[cj4a nz]

They want in law in the next few days/ weeks ,not next year
but keep changing the wording and as we all know once they change th erules there is no going back.
the latest rumor from a fairly good source they are doing random drop in checks on your cabinets, will be getting a proper cabinet for the new place and keep the old one to stuff them up

[4.3LXJ]

Too many Nancy's here Steve ,talk about cancelling our ANZAC parades our vet day here ... worried car into crowd stuff blah blah ..start doing this shit they win ... bullshit ...

You can always organize your own out of town. Just say you are caravanning from one place to the next. We have National Recon groups with vintage war stuff. They are always up for a patriotic parade