Get those guns out of the safe

newmann
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12/15/2014 7:02am Edited Date/Time 5/24/2016 7:19am
and go shootin'. Took three handguns out this weekend that I haven't shot or shot regularly and ran some rounds through them. Getting better, but still leave a lot to be desired. These were shot at 15 yards with a bag rest. Many more were shot standing, unsupported at 10 -15 yards. Those pics will not be made available to the public...yet.Laughing

The hardware. Glock 17L long slide 9mm, Sig Scorpion TB 45, Colt M45A1 Marine CQBP 45.



The targets were stick on 3 inch dots. First up was the Colt. Never shot it before so not sure what to expect or where exactly the point of aim would be. Full 7 round mag with the intent of a 5 shot group. All was going well for the first four stacked nicely. Then totally blew the fifth. Went ahead with the other two and stacked them both....one good and one in the straggler.Laughing Amazing gun, Colt did good refining the 100 year old design.



Next up was the Sig Scorpion. Haven't shot in in about a year. Full 8 round mag. Again , one flyer down and to the right. Think that has something to do with me being a lefty.



Haven't spent much time with the Glock 17L and have a few upgrades on order for it. Thought I would get something on paper to compare to. Full 17 round mag shot fairly quick. Probably could have gotten this one a bit tighter if I had slowed down a little. Still, none went too far off course. Very impressive for a fairly inexpensive gun. Going to be spending some quality time with this one in the near future.Smile



So, that's where I'm at. Let's see some hand "gun control" from the rest of you responsible gun owners.
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12/15/2014 7:34am
Nice shootin! It took me like a year to decide between a G19 and a G17, and I ended up getting a 19. I absolutely love that gun, but those 17's are IMO better shooters. I got the 19 just because of the size, but have tossed around the idea of doing a longer slide on it. I shoot that thing better than any gun I've ever shot, so it won't be going anywhere anytime soon.

Just built a new gun up the other day. I haven't shot it yet, but I'm thinking it will be pretty fun Evil

Remington 870 dropped into a bullpup frame:



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12/15/2014 9:46am
TailSoHard wrote:
Nice shootin! It took me like a year to decide between a G19 and a G17, and I ended up getting a 19. I absolutely love...
Nice shootin! It took me like a year to decide between a G19 and a G17, and I ended up getting a 19. I absolutely love that gun, but those 17's are IMO better shooters. I got the 19 just because of the size, but have tossed around the idea of doing a longer slide on it. I shoot that thing better than any gun I've ever shot, so it won't be going anywhere anytime soon.

Just built a new gun up the other day. I haven't shot it yet, but I'm thinking it will be pretty fun Evil

Remington 870 dropped into a bullpup frame:



That's awesome! Share some more details on that. I've got an 870 and a Winchester sxd defender and trying to figure out which one I want to deck out more
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12/15/2014 10:21am Edited Date/Time 12/15/2014 10:23am
hvaughn88 wrote:
That's awesome! Share some more details on that. I've got an 870 and a Winchester sxd defender and trying to figure out which one I want...
That's awesome! Share some more details on that. I've got an 870 and a Winchester sxd defender and trying to figure out which one I want to deck out more
Basically, you can drop any 870 into that frame as long as is at least an 18" barrel, with no rib, and no magnums (2-3/4" or 3" are required). I went for the 18", 7-round one, but you can do whatever you'd like essentially. $315 shipped to my doorstep in roughly 7 days. Made in 'Merica. You take the stock and forearm off and drop the rest of it in there. The actual trigger assembly sits in the stock, and has a linkage that runs to the new AR-style trigger (which can be swapped for a different AR grip if you prefer). It took me about a half hour to complete the swap. And luckily, there are no modifications needed, so I can take it out and have a regular 870 again.

It may not be very practical for anything other than killing bowling pins or an intruder, but it sure is fun to look at haha

I'll grab some more photos tonight after I shoot it.
12/15/2014 10:40am
Anyone have any experience with or friends with the compensated Glock models?

I was lucky enough to win a free gift card to Cabelas and heard that Glock is going to quit making the compensated models and they have peaked my interest.

Currently own Glock models 22 and 23 and was looking at the model 23C or a Gen3/Gen4 model 27.

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12/15/2014 7:32pm
Nice. I just sold my 10/22 tac to help fund a hunting rifle. Picked it up yesterday. Tika .300 win mag. Now it's time to save up for some glass. It's going to be fun going for some big game.



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12/15/2014 10:03pm Edited Date/Time 12/15/2014 10:55pm
First 4 with the new Ruger 1911@ 25'.
Second target was a 6 rnd. burst. Not sure what happened with #6. Wink
All free hand, 2 handed grip.






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12/15/2014 10:34pm Edited Date/Time 12/15/2014 10:35pm
Been thinking lately of going shooting. Just have to find a decent shooting range near by where I can rent guns. To get a gun of my own would take ridiculous amount of time and paperwork.
12/16/2014 1:31am Edited Date/Time 12/16/2014 1:33am
Little home made target from two weeks back with my Marlin .22 at 50 yards. Not too bad considering I was somewhat chasing the scope but I expect a better grouping over time.

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12/16/2014 5:41am
SEEMEFIRST wrote:
First 4 with the new Ruger 1911@ 25'. Second target was a 6 rnd. burst. Not sure what happened with #6. ;) All free hand, 2...
First 4 with the new Ruger 1911@ 25'.
Second target was a 6 rnd. burst. Not sure what happened with #6. Wink
All free hand, 2 handed grip.






Some good shooting there! Next question, what kind of glasses do you wear? Laughing Getting to the point I can't see shit.
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12/16/2014 6:26am
SEEMEFIRST wrote:
First 4 with the new Ruger 1911@ 25'. Second target was a 6 rnd. burst. Not sure what happened with #6. ;) All free hand, 2...
First 4 with the new Ruger 1911@ 25'.
Second target was a 6 rnd. burst. Not sure what happened with #6. Wink
All free hand, 2 handed grip.








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12/16/2014 7:54am
nornevrder wrote:
Nice. I just sold my 10/22 tac to help fund a hunting rifle. Picked it up yesterday. Tika .300 win mag. Now it's time to save...
Nice. I just sold my 10/22 tac to help fund a hunting rifle. Picked it up yesterday. Tika .300 win mag. Now it's time to save up for some glass. It's going to be fun going for some big game.



My Tikka has been great. 300 WSM. It has been to go to rifle the last few years. I am amazed how it puts down deer, Elk. Using 180 grain. One shot, no blood trails to follow, no looking in bush to find animal. Drops them on the spot 300 yes away. It does cause me flinch after shooting a box of shells. A 270 is smoother gun, less kick, fast shooting great deer rifle. Yes buy some good glass. Leupold V3 or better. Kahles, Swarvoski, etc.

I am a South Paw (lefty) also. I use both R/L. Rifles, they both work. Sight rifle properly.

I wondered if there was a throttle for Lefty's. Typically a South Paw's left arm is Stronger. I wonder if they would be able to turn the throttle faster, harder?

Good luck hunting
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12/16/2014 8:04am
3 pistols 30 feet in 30 seconds.

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12/16/2014 8:06am
Here is a good correction chart , I have used it several times at the range to identify a cause if I am off.


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12/16/2014 10:23am
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3 pistols 30 feet in 30 seconds. [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2014/12/16/74019/s1200_DSC05756.jpg[/img]
3 pistols 30 feet in 30 seconds.

Will have to try that on. Looks like 10 rounds each?
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12/16/2014 12:43pm
The little lady and I just picked up a few new Christmas presents to ourselves this past weekend. Wanting to throw some of the cheap Seer rounds in them for some break in fun.

She has wanted the Ruger LCR for her new carry weapon, I heard some good things about the S&W Shield so I took a chance on it. Hope to get something on the paper this weekend.



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12/16/2014 2:25pm
I wish I could find some of those CCI .22s. Bout damn near impossible to find around here, and good luck finding two boxes...
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12/16/2014 6:51pm Edited Date/Time 12/16/2014 6:55pm
TailSoHard wrote:
I wish I could find some of those CCI .22s. Bout damn near impossible to find around here, and good luck finding two boxes...
I actually bought the max per person the store allows (500 per person limit) as I have not seen much for ANY .22 rounds for quite a while, let alone CCI's.. Bought 1000 of the 1,360 fps rounds between the wife and I. There may have been about 1,200 rounds left for sale on the shelf after I stepped on a group of little old ladies to scoop them up first. j/k

Just crazy that I used to stroll into Wally World anytime, day or night and bought .Bonus Boxes of .22 with no limit. And on the cheap. Crazy world we live in today.

My 715T and 10/22 have not been out much due to the scarcity of .22 ammo.

Gritted my teeth and paid 12.99 per/hundy for the CCI's. I used to pay less for 1000 rounds of .223 for my Mini 14!
Price for the Speer/Blazer Brass - 11.99 for the 9mm, 17.99 for the .38's.

What price on ammo is everyone seeing in their area and what is the availability? Just interested.

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12/16/2014 9:24pm
I scored this little beauty Sunday afternoon at the local shop. I've been really enjoying shooting lately.

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12/17/2014 2:05am
lostboy819 wrote:
3 pistols 30 feet in 30 seconds. [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2014/12/16/74019/s1200_DSC05756.jpg[/img]
3 pistols 30 feet in 30 seconds.

newmann wrote:
Will have to try that on. Looks like 10 rounds each?
Now that right there is some decent shooting...well dome Newman...
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12/17/2014 6:08am
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Now that right there is some decent shooting...well dome Newman...
That was Lostboy's skills there. I'll post up my attempt one day.
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12/17/2014 6:26am
TailSoHard wrote:
I wish I could find some of those CCI .22s. Bout damn near impossible to find around here, and good luck finding two boxes...
AHRMA361 wrote:
I actually bought the max per person the store allows (500 per person limit) as I have not seen much for ANY .22 rounds for quite...
I actually bought the max per person the store allows (500 per person limit) as I have not seen much for ANY .22 rounds for quite a while, let alone CCI's.. Bought 1000 of the 1,360 fps rounds between the wife and I. There may have been about 1,200 rounds left for sale on the shelf after I stepped on a group of little old ladies to scoop them up first. j/k

Just crazy that I used to stroll into Wally World anytime, day or night and bought .Bonus Boxes of .22 with no limit. And on the cheap. Crazy world we live in today.

My 715T and 10/22 have not been out much due to the scarcity of .22 ammo.

Gritted my teeth and paid 12.99 per/hundy for the CCI's. I used to pay less for 1000 rounds of .223 for my Mini 14!
Price for the Speer/Blazer Brass - 11.99 for the 9mm, 17.99 for the .38's.

What price on ammo is everyone seeing in their area and what is the availability? Just interested.

I think last time I bought a single box it was right around $15-$16 per box of 9mm around here, but I don't normally buy the single boxes, so I can usually get them for just under 20 cents/round through a buddy's shop.
12/17/2014 6:39am Edited Date/Time 12/17/2014 6:42am
I enjoy doing all my own smithing and mods

Winchester Model 70 .270 - American Staple..


This is my Mini 14, built this to eliminate Muslims, Liberals/NONPatriots and Home grown Terrorists when shit hits the fan
before paint...


after paint




and my favorite plinker Marlin 22 model 60



But my favorite and weapon of choice


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^^^ Nice bed sheets Grinning

I love those little Marlin model 60s, I think one of those will be my next gun. I made the mistake of trading one for my 10/22 takedown, which I love, but I shot that Marlin waaaay better than I shoot my 10/22
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12/17/2014 7:26am
For 22 LR, keep this page handy. Maybe even register and set prices and alerts so when something cheap comes up you can jump on it. 5-7 cents per round is my buy price for 22. If I see some cheap at the store I'll grab a couple boxes. At up to 500- 5000 rounds per box, bucket or case you can quickly stock up on 5-10 thousand rounds of it if you want to.

Look up other different calibers too...


http://gunbot.net/ammo/rimfire/22lr/
12/17/2014 7:41am
TailSoHard wrote:
^^^ Nice bed sheets :lol: I love those little Marlin model 60s, I think one of those will be my next gun. I made the mistake...
^^^ Nice bed sheets Grinning

I love those little Marlin model 60s, I think one of those will be my next gun. I made the mistake of trading one for my 10/22 takedown, which I love, but I shot that Marlin waaaay better than I shoot my 10/22
LOL, You think they make a good back drop for nude pics as well as guns?

Yea, the Marlin is more accurate than the 10/22. I have both but realy love this Marlin. Changed out the trigger with a billet group and guard which really helped out a lot and the original stock had to go. Has a weak point at the grip which causes them to break with little misuse. I don't try to misuse but I'm hard on everything... The wife and her friends don't call me Thrasher for no reason :-)
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12/17/2014 1:19pm
TailSoHard wrote:
^^^ Nice bed sheets :lol: I love those little Marlin model 60s, I think one of those will be my next gun. I made the mistake...
^^^ Nice bed sheets Grinning

I love those little Marlin model 60s, I think one of those will be my next gun. I made the mistake of trading one for my 10/22 takedown, which I love, but I shot that Marlin waaaay better than I shoot my 10/22
LOL, You think they make a good back drop for nude pics as well as guns? Yea, the Marlin is more accurate than the 10/22. I...
LOL, You think they make a good back drop for nude pics as well as guns?

Yea, the Marlin is more accurate than the 10/22. I have both but realy love this Marlin. Changed out the trigger with a billet group and guard which really helped out a lot and the original stock had to go. Has a weak point at the grip which causes them to break with little misuse. I don't try to misuse but I'm hard on everything... The wife and her friends don't call me Thrasher for no reason :-)
I wish I would have looked into some upgrades for mine before I got rid of it, might have kept it if I had... I wasn't aware of the weak-grip issue though, have you had yours break before?
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12/17/2014 1:32pm
TailSoHard wrote:
I wish I could find some of those CCI .22s. Bout damn near impossible to find around here, and good luck finding two boxes...
AHRMA361 wrote:
I actually bought the max per person the store allows (500 per person limit) as I have not seen much for ANY .22 rounds for quite...
I actually bought the max per person the store allows (500 per person limit) as I have not seen much for ANY .22 rounds for quite a while, let alone CCI's.. Bought 1000 of the 1,360 fps rounds between the wife and I. There may have been about 1,200 rounds left for sale on the shelf after I stepped on a group of little old ladies to scoop them up first. j/k

Just crazy that I used to stroll into Wally World anytime, day or night and bought .Bonus Boxes of .22 with no limit. And on the cheap. Crazy world we live in today.

My 715T and 10/22 have not been out much due to the scarcity of .22 ammo.

Gritted my teeth and paid 12.99 per/hundy for the CCI's. I used to pay less for 1000 rounds of .223 for my Mini 14!
Price for the Speer/Blazer Brass - 11.99 for the 9mm, 17.99 for the .38's.

What price on ammo is everyone seeing in their area and what is the availability? Just interested.

You guys know a whole lot more about guns than I do and probably already know this, but my co-worker was talking about this the other day. He said Homeland Security has bought and is buying up most of the .22 ammo.

I was thinking about getting an inexpensive 22 long rifle for my wife and I to learn on. Any good recomendations in the $250 range? I saw a Remington advertised at a local gun shop for about $240. I know this won't be the cream of the crop, just looking for a starter weapon.
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12/17/2014 1:43pm Edited Date/Time 12/17/2014 1:45pm
A 22 is the perfect starter gun. Cheaper to shoot in large number and easy to own. Don't buy the homeland security story at all....buy it, shoot it and enjoy a great new hobby...I started my kids shooting at a very young age, they still enjoy the sport or hobby to this day. None of them has ever shot anyone yet ....
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12/17/2014 2:39pm
71Fish wrote:
You guys know a whole lot more about guns than I do and probably already know this, but my co-worker was talking about this the other...
You guys know a whole lot more about guns than I do and probably already know this, but my co-worker was talking about this the other day. He said Homeland Security has bought and is buying up most of the .22 ammo.

I was thinking about getting an inexpensive 22 long rifle for my wife and I to learn on. Any good recomendations in the $250 range? I saw a Remington advertised at a local gun shop for about $240. I know this won't be the cream of the crop, just looking for a starter weapon.
A buddy of mine picked up a brand-new Marlin Model 60 for $170 recently. For that price, you can't go wrong. Stay away from the Remington .22's, I've personally not been very impressed with how they hold-up. Get a Marlin Model 60 (roughly $170-$220) or a Ruger 10/22 ($200-$350). Regarless of which one you pick, you'll have either of them for the rest of your life and it will someday be your grandkid's first gun. If it were me, I'd get the Marlin, since the Rugers can sometimes have magazine issues, whereas the Marlin has a big-ass tube that you load up, so there's really nothing that can go wrong on those things.

Or get a Henry Grinning

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