^^^I heard they were going to bring in some VEPR-12s at some point. I'd wait for one of those.

1/29/2012 4:14:43 PM

apologies for the ridiculous post but hell i'm proud of my current collection. though modest, it's certainly much better than it was a year ago :






-1932 tula mosin 91/30, 7.62x54r
-remington model 41, .22lr
-ithaca model 51, 12ga (in need of repair)
-glock 32, .357sig
-DTI AR-15, .223
-WASR AK-47, 7.62x39
-Mossberg 500, 12ga


[Edited on January 29, 2012 at 5:09 PM. Reason : why don't the rest of y'all do this so i don't look like an asshole]

1/29/2012 4:47:44 PM

i should bust everything out for a group shot at some point

[Edited on January 29, 2012 at 5:23 PM. Reason : i'll do it once my AR upper gets delivered]

1/29/2012 5:22:37 PM

Anyone here run one of the .40 cal Glocks with a 9mm conversion barrel?

I've got a Lone Wolf 40-9 barrel in a G23 that consistently pulls high right. Before you accuse me of shot anticipation, I'm dead nuts on with the stock barrel in place. Of course, I'm still quite human and only an average shot so I need to run some tests off a bench at some point to eliminate me, but the variable is pretty significant and the fact that I'm going high and right with a lighter caliber seems to defy the implication that my anticipation is causing the error.

Thoughts?

1/29/2012 6:09:50 PM

-1944 Izhevsk Mosin Nagant M44, 7.62x54r
-1936 Tula Mosin Nagant 91/30, 7.62x54r
-1941 Izhevsk Mosin Nagant M44, 7.62x54r
-Winchester Model 1400 MK II, 12ga (2 3/4")
-Ithaca M-66 Super Single, 12ga (3")
-2010 Marlin 795, .22lr
-S&W 422, .22lr
-Glock G27, .40 cal

Thanks paerabol. This has given me the "kick" I need to inventory log my stash.

1/29/2012 6:21:56 PM

Coooool, a s&w 422.
How do you like it? I've almost purchased one on a couple of occasions.

1/29/2012 7:52:52 PM

anyone have any experience with or know anything about a H&R Sportsman 999 revolver?

looks like a cool little classic 22lr revolver- the neat thing is the top break.

reminds me of an old schofield (sp)?

1/29/2012 9:36:11 PM

Quote :

"you can get bolt guns that will shoot circles around the handi-rifle for about the same money"

Yeah, I killed some time gun-browsing on the internet today while I was standing watch, and that's kind of the conclusion I came to. I still kinda have a boner for a compact single-shot rifle, but the Handi is a dirt cheap rifle, and...is built like exactly that. Ruger #1 or a TC would be cool, but those are awfully expensive for what they are. Not really sure what I want now, although I'm still leaning towards 7mm-08.

1/29/2012 10:29:52 PM

nothing wrong with 7mm-08

why not spend a little extra and get a quality bolt gun? go cheap and you'll soon forget how much money you saved, but you'll be reminded of the low quality every time you use it. at least that's how it goes for me. cheap guns almost always let me down.

i'm not saying good rifles always break the bank or that cheap rifles are always junk, but $500-700 will buy you a rifle that will fill your freezer for the rest of your life and you'll be proud to pass it on to your posterity.

[Edited on January 29, 2012 at 11:07 PM. Reason : adsf]

1/29/2012 11:00:03 PM

Quote :

"Coooool, a s&w 422. How do you like it? I've almost purchased one on a couple of occasions."

Very accurate. It's a 6" model. Sights are spot on at 15 yards, but it'll shoot about 2" high at 25 yards. I've contemplated adjustable sights so that I can shoot at 25 yards without having to compensate, but for $60 I'm okay with the way it is Great gun, very smooth action. Comes threaded and suppressor ready. Can't say anything bad about it. A+++ .22lr pistol. Fires very reliably.

1/30/2012 2:33:48 AM

^^ Well, the "cheap" part was kind of a bonus. I'd like a simple break-action single-shot to hunt deer with, not to mention that by nature they are fairly compact and light. I figure it would be plenty accurate for hunting use (1-1.5 MOA, I'd guess?). They really do look crappy, though, and you're right, for not much more money you can get a pretty good bolt gun. Also, I am going out on a limb and guessing that the Handi-Rifle's trigger totally sucks, and by the time you had it worked to be as good as a stock Remington or Savage trigger, you could have just bought the Remington or Savage.

1/30/2012 2:55:04 PM

honestly, i just hate all things Freedom Group

1/30/2012 5:49:17 PM

Went and shot pistols this weekend to figure out my first pistol purchase.

I shoot sporting clays with my shotgun collection but never had a pistol before.

After shooting over 10 guns I think the front runner is a kimber 45.

However, I can't decide on barrel length as they only had the 5.25" for rent.


Primary Planned Use - Home Defense and Range Shooting
Secondary if it limited impact to above - CC

The shotgun is the current home defense mechanism but with a child on the way my wife doesn't want it loaded. My idea of compromise is a loaded pistol in a quick release safe by my bed.

Any thoughts and advice for all the above would be appreciated.

1/30/2012 10:25:02 PM

i'd put a shotgun out of reach of the kid. i subscribe to the idea that the only purpose of a handgun is to get you to your long gun.

1/30/2012 10:28:38 PM

I'm a big fan of the Ruger Model 1, but being left handed makes me biased towards single shot actions over bolt guns.

1/30/2012 11:10:29 PM

^^^ I shoot a nice 1911 myself, but if I were buying strictly for self-defense, I would buy a SIG. If I didn't care about concealing it, I would specifically go for a P226 model. I had one before and sold it to buy my 1911.

The 1911 is a kickass range run, especially if you have match components and a well-gunsmithed trigger (1911 trigger is the best in the business). However, a SIG is a whole lot more idiot proof, super reliable, and holds twice as many rounds.


^ Yeah, the #1 is sweet, but holy shit they're expensive. For that price, I'd be looking at something else...maybe a Weatherby or something cool like that.

1/30/2012 11:55:52 PM

^^^^you can get a wall mount with lock for a shotgun. Mossberg sells one.
I like handguns in keypad lock boxes.

1/31/2012 12:54:06 AM

I need a good handgun. Nothing too fancy or mad expensive.

[Edited on January 31, 2012 at 1:15 AM. Reason : AR-15s sure are sexy]

1/31/2012 1:12:17 AM

Quote :

"but if I were buying strictly for self-defense, I would buy a SIG."

There are plenty of options to choose from. Glock, CZ, Smith and Wesson, Sig Sauer, Springfield, Kimber, Heckler & Koch (aka H&K), are all great for this role, generally speaking. In my opinion, you really can't go wrong with any of those I've listed (and more that I haven't). As long as the gun's characteristics are comfortable to you and fit the philosophy of use, you've made the right decision.

I'm going to have to +1 NRR when he described a pistol's purpose in home defense. If you don't have a long gun, a hand gun is better than nothing.

Quote :

"i subscribe to the idea that the only purpose of a handgun is to get you to your long gun."

+1

[Edited on January 31, 2012 at 1:44 AM. Reason : .]

[Edited on January 31, 2012 at 1:45 AM. Reason : .]

1/31/2012 1:43:10 AM

FS: Smith & Wesson M&P 15, LaRue 12" fullfloat handguard, Eotech 517
HWS, tapco sling, 10 pmags

$1500 obo

Will sell 1900 rds of .223 for $400

1/31/2012 12:34:00 PM

is the 556 brass or steel? if it's brass, I'll take it.

1/31/2012 8:46:44 PM

^^^ hey Hiro, how do you like the Glock 27? looking at picking one up in the next few weeks. I carry a lcp now but looking for something with some more stopping power and was debating between a G27 and XDm40 compact

1/31/2012 10:33:14 PM

G27 is a little snappy, but still controlable.
It is much easier to shoot, IMO, than a pocket pistol as they have real sights and a more proper grip.
I strongly prefer the Glock to XD. I have shot them, and just don't care for them compared to the Glock. One major turn off for me is the grip safety, and the fact that the mag won't eject if the grip safety isn't depresses.
Another gun to look at in the category would be the M&P subcompact. Decent trigger, same size, and a better feeling grip (to most people).

2/1/2012 1:15:21 AM

hey amac884, how are the new S&W MnP AR15s? They any good? I was thinking about getting one to add to my AR collection.

2/1/2012 5:06:15 AM

^^ What he said Great little gun. I'm not the best shooter in the world, but I can shoot around a 4" group at 25 yards standing. Gun is a helluva lot more accurate than I will ever be. Ergonomics, availability of parts (both oem and aftermarket), and the simplicity of the gun make it a great little shooter. 180gr loads aren't as snappy as 155 and 165 gr. Having shot an LCP, you'll find this much easier to shoot in comparison. Overall firepower is awesome. Tough competition finding another pistol that can do what this can do when you look at the entire package.

I'm glad to say my Glock 27 is my first pistol. Gen 3 > Gen 4 IMO. I do not care for the new stippling on the frame and other than ambi mag. release, nothing else has changed between the two generations AFAIK. Check them both out. Just know that a lot of people have complained about their hand hurting due to the new texture on the grip after prolonged shooting... After about 250-300 rounds, my hand was getting sore on a 4th gen G23 (compact .40). Shooting gloves help. YMMV.

Oh. An XD 9mm was the first pistol I ever shot. I liked it a lot and considered getting one for myself. After shooting a Glock, well, I think you know the rest.

[Edited on February 1, 2012 at 8:04 AM. Reason : .]

2/1/2012 8:01:46 AM

thats about what ive heard from most people, went to the range tonight after hours with a bunch of people from work and shot a G23 (their G27 broke, said it was the ejector but i don't think they take care of their guns), i liked the way it shot, basically a G27 with an extended magazine. There is a gun show in CLT feb 18th, if i can find a gen 3 ill most likely pick it up, along with a large purchase from Georgia arms

2/1/2012 11:07:18 PM

anyone have experience with Pendergraft Gun Works in Chapel Hill?

probably gonna get my CZ pillar bedded and it seems like it's a toss-up between him and Thumper at Double H in Blanch.

2/1/2012 11:23:35 PM

world's largest centerfire rifle

2/2/2012 4:47:28 PM

posted a few pages ago

but damn thats crazy. look at the size of one round...

2/2/2012 7:19:10 PM

since ive started handloading 45-70 im starting to question the bigger is better mentality.

usually watching videos like this just makes me angry.

sure ive loaded some crazy stuff but its just a novelty; its not like im ever going to alaska or africa. i have to wear gloves shooting some of the stuff cause the checkering took part of my palm with it once.

it can be more fun to download a cartridge to plink with; i understand some of the recent popularity in cowboy action shooting in this regard.

i wont rule out reaming my chamber to 45-90 or 45-120 in the future though, just for added flexibility.

(sure)

2/3/2012 10:34:46 AM

Seaking of compact pistols, any opinions on the Ruger LC9 9(mm that came out relatively recently? I'm inclined to go for 9mm so I can just have one variety of ammo, and some of what I've read seems to be generally favorable..but I think that is when its compared to other compact 9mm

2/3/2012 11:02:34 AM

there's nothing wrong with it. just compare a bunch of single stack 9mm options and see what you like best.

[Edited on February 3, 2012 at 11:24 AM. Reason : personally, i like the Kahrs]

2/3/2012 11:23:29 AM

^^^^^

I would love to see someone sneak in a snap cap and video the reaction

2/3/2012 1:15:34 PM

2/3/2012 6:16:55 PM

^ Where'd you get those?

2/3/2012 7:27:08 PM

Palace Pointe's bowling alley. just called them up and asked if they had any i could get. she said they usually do their swap once a year, but she could round me up some. i told her i'd like 10-20 and she had 20 waiting when i got there. $1.25 each.

[Edited on February 3, 2012 at 7:48 PM. Reason : i guess i'll build a gallows sort of thing and hang them from it. that or hang them from some trees]

2/3/2012 7:46:31 PM

Up to what caliber can those pins handle on an continious basis?

2/3/2012 7:55:09 PM

^^Check out my pic in my gallery. I built a soccer goal looking contraption out of 40 bucks worth of black pipe.

^They will soak up pistol all day, I've been blowing mine apart much quicker shooting 5.56 and 7.62. .30-06 damn near destroyed one.



[Edited on February 3, 2012 at 8:42 PM. Reason : pic ]

2/3/2012 8:41:26 PM

that's slick. using the threaded pipe keeps it somewhat mobile too.

2/3/2012 9:00:02 PM

More stuff done today.

Installed Apex Duty/Carry Kit, and did a little smoothing on the internals in my mom's S&W J-frame revolver. 13lb pull down to 8lb pull, and a bit cleaner.




Installed new grips, recoil spring, and guide rod plug in my 1911. Went from 1 FTFeed every 2 mags, to no problems in 150 rounds. It was over-sprung and the slide was outrunning the round being fed.
Old grips, then new grips and spring installed:







Finished my AR build. Total was just under $1400, without adding electronic optics.





Lower: $658
USA Tactical stripped lower- 130
Lower parts kit- 36
Magpul ACS butstock- 130
Buffer tube kit- 51
Magpul Miad Grip- 36
Magpul BAD- 30
Enhanced trigger guard- 25
Timney Trigger 4lb skeletonized- 220

Upper: $730
USA Tactical stripped upper- 90
Forward assist- 16
11.5'' barrel- 170
5'' Flash hider- 25
Crush washer- 4
YHM 10'' FF rail- 140
YHM rail end cap- 21
Low-pro gas block- 35
Gast tube- 21
BCM charging handle (medium)- 45
Gear Sector hand stop- 48
PMag- 15
YHM iron sights- 100

I'm going to replace the irons with an eotech in a few months.


And the long gun family from left to right:
Mossberg 500; 18.5'' barrel with hogue overmold stock in FDE
Mossber 590; 20'' barrel with hogue 12'' LOP overmold stock
1943 Mossin Nagant 91/30
WASR Romanian AK
AR-15 w/ 16'' barrel in FDE
AR-15 w/ 11.5'' barrel
AR-15 pistol w/ 7'' barrel



[Edited on February 4, 2012 at 12:49 PM. Reason : family]

2/4/2012 12:37:03 PM

New AR looks good. The coiled sling on your AR pistol made me double-take a bit.

2/4/2012 6:15:17 PM

NC GSSF Match

April 21 - 22, 2012
Morganton, North Carolina
Burke County Narcotics Task Force
Table Rock Challenge V

http://www.gssfonline.com/match-info.cfm

2/4/2012 7:07:54 PM

any suggestions on a solid way to mount a hunting scope on a flat top upper? there are so many mounts out there it's hard to tell what's junk. probably have a 40mm objective and i like a very low cheek weld, so the lower the better.

2/4/2012 7:41:36 PM

Something with more bang than tannerite:

http://intheredexplodingtargets.com/main.sc

[Edited on February 4, 2012 at 7:50 PM. Reason : .]

2/4/2012 7:50:36 PM

^^ I have one of these on my AR-10

http://swfa.com/Burris-AR-PEPR-1-Scope-Mount-P12624.aspx

Real solid mount, holds zero really well. Actually have an extra 30mm one sitting around if you are interested (I am not in NC so I would have to ship it).

2/4/2012 9:20:30 PM

i'll probably end up with a 1" scope and i'm not crazy about the rail on top of the rings.

2/4/2012 9:48:45 PM

is anyone interested in putting together a large order from http://www.hi-techammo.com ?

if you buy four 8 lb. containers of powder (you can mix and match) then you only have to pay shipping, they cover the hazmat. they have WC844 pulldown, which is the same as H335, for $85 per 8 lb jug. they have some other pulldown powders too. they also have good prices on primers and they cover the hazmat if you buy 30k.

2/5/2012 8:05:27 PM

^^ I hear ya, I actually ordered the 30mm by mistake but figured I would just hold onto it instead of going through the return process. Mainly because it will give me a reason to build something to use it for

Mount is as solid as they come though. I will probably use my other one when I finally get around to building an sbr.

2/5/2012 10:09:08 PM

my 22-250 wears a leupold with a 30mm tube, but i only got it because it's the "long range" version with the side focus, which is the shit. i can quickly bring a groundhog in focus whether he pops out close or waaaay out there.

2/5/2012 10:20:26 PM

Do tell more about this, I am a huge noob when it comes to optics. All my optics purchases have come from the advice of a friend who is extremely knowledgable on the subject.

2/5/2012 10:22:14 PM