Anyone here into firearms?

m4a1mustang · 01-03-2012, 07:40 PM

Very nice! Congrats.

ImportConvert · 01-04-2012, 12:12 AM

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Originally Posted by BlackZeda

So something interesting happened at the gun store. I decided I couldn't part my my H&K USP .40SW which oddly gave me the-skys-the-limit attitude

There was a used .40SW LEM P2000SK for $629 and a new .40SW DA/SA P2000SK for $829. Didn't like the LEM version at all and then I saw the HK45C! OMG, what a beautiful piece of ballistic art...I almost bought it right there even though it was $1039. Resisting the urge to make an impulse purchase I decided to wait till tomorrow and sleep on it as it is about the same size as a Glock compact.

When walking out I noticed that in the 9mm case there was a used DA/SA P2000SK which looked like it was in really good condition for only $600. I have wanted to own a 9mm for a really long time so it was almost a no brainer. So here she is with another picture of my little H&K family.

I am pretty psyched by the purchase and I really like how it sits in my hand after comparing it to a Glock. H&Ks seem to be a bit more "upright" like a 1911. A Glock almost sits like a revolver to me, which I would get used to...not a criticism. It looks like I will be getting an HK45 sometime in the near future.

Thanks for all the input and enjoy the pics!

I love HK's. Very smooth shooting with their recoil system!

nuTinmuch · 01-04-2012, 12:25 AM

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I would also like to point out a couple other things that may be in play with the declining crime rates:

I don't think so. I think the real reasons won't be revealed for another decade or two, at the very least. History isn't the same as journalism, and until we are politically disconnected from the era, it'll all be seen through a red/blue perspective.

Also, as the resident hyper-liberal, I have to bite my tongue to comply with the forum rules.

ImportConvert · 01-04-2012, 02:55 AM

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Originally Posted by nuTinmuch

I don't think so. I think the real reasons won't be revealed for another decade or two, at the very least. History isn't the same as journalism, and until we are politically disconnected from the era, it'll all be seen through a red/blue perspective.

Also, as the resident hyper-liberal, I have to bite my tongue to comply with the forum rules.

At least you seem to be a liberal with some brains. *logic defied*

semtex · 01-04-2012, 09:23 AM

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Originally Posted by BlackZeda

So something interesting happened at the gun store. I decided I couldn't part my my H&K USP .40SW which oddly gave me the-skys-the-limit attitude

There was a used .40SW LEM P2000SK for $629 and a new .40SW DA/SA P2000SK for $829. Didn't like the LEM version at all and then I saw the HK45C! OMG, what a beautiful piece of ballistic art...I almost bought it right there even though it was $1039.

A word of warning. I had the HK 45C -- it shot real nice, but it had a real peculiar quirk. Every now and then, it'd fail to c0ck. Like I'd be two or three shots into the magazine, pull the trigger, round is fired, slide goes back and ejects the shell, loads the next round into the chamber, but the hammer returns forward with the slide instead of staying cocked! And it wasn't just my gun either. I friend of mine also had a 45C and it did the same thing! I got rid of that gun because it just wasn't acceptable to me. A shame too, because other than that one peculiarity, they shoot so nicely!

BlackZeda · 01-04-2012, 09:41 AM

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Originally Posted by semtex

A word of warning. I had the HK 45C -- it shot real nice, but it had a real peculiar quirk. Every now and then, it'd fail to c0ck. Like I'd be two or three shots into the magazine, pull the trigger, round is fired, slide goes back and ejects the shell, loads the next round into the chamber, but the hammer returns forward with the slide instead of staying cocked! And it wasn't just my gun either. I friend of mine also had a 45C and it did the same thing! I got rid of that gun because it just wasn't acceptable to me. A shame too, because other than that one peculiarity, they shoot so nicely!

Well now I have to rethink that! Thanks for the info...I will be sure to see if they have addressed that before I make a purchase. Those FN pistols are looking pretty tasty!

That really surpises me that H&K didn't catch that...it would be like Nissan making a car that doesn't start...twice...

semtex · 01-04-2012, 10:34 AM

FWIW I've had other HKs and they all performed flawlessly. One of my favorites was a .40 cal P2000 SK (LEM). Great little gun.

m4a1mustang · 01-04-2012, 10:35 AM

You guys are making me want one now.

semtex · 01-04-2012, 10:49 AM

I miss my Kimber.

MacCool · 01-04-2012, 03:44 PM

Just picked this rifle up. Kind of a whim purchase...the more I read about .17HMR, the more intrigued I became. Got a Muskrat problem in the non-winter months and have to be careful of ricochets off the water. And my buddy has a pack of coyotes and probably at least one wolf harassing his horses. Can't shoot the wolves, of course

but once I get this new .17HMR Henry scoped, we're going to get out the squealing fawn call and the electronic rabbit and solve the problem.

This thing has one of the best out-of-the-box triggers I've ever seen on a factory rifle. It's a nice piece of work.

BlackZeda · 01-04-2012, 06:25 PM

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Originally Posted by semtex

I miss my Kimber.

What caliber is that? I was looking at Colt and Kimber 1911s...how does one choose?

semtex · 01-04-2012, 07:40 PM

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Originally Posted by BlackZeda

What caliber is that? I was looking at Colt and Kimber 1911s...how does one choose?

.45 How to choose? Depends on your intended use. If you intend to use it for carry, I'd recommend Kimber as most of their models have frames machined from aluminum, which means less weight. I've been through a lot of Kimbers. The one I have pictured was my all-time favorite. It's the Ultra Covert II.

semtex · 01-04-2012, 07:41 PM

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Originally Posted by MacCool

Just picked this rifle up. Kind of a whim purchase...the more I read about .17HMR, the more intrigued I became. Got a Muskrat problem in the non-winter months and have to be careful of ricochets off the water. And my buddy has a pack of coyotes and probably at least one wolf harassing his horses. Can't shoot the wolves, of course

but once I get this new .17HMR Henry scoped, we're going to get out the squealing fawn call and the electronic rabbit and solve the problem.

This thing has one of the best out-of-the-box triggers I've ever seen on a factory rifle. It's a nice piece of work.

That's a fine looking rifle, sir.

BlackZeda · 01-04-2012, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by MacCool

Just picked this rifle up...

That sure is a shiny rifle for sure. I almost have to put sunglasses on when looking at the picture. Very nice.

I was reading up on that ammo as well...cool concept. If it weren't for the price of the ammo I would probably have picked up a FN FiveSeven by now. I am sure the .17 hornaday ammo is a LOT more reasonable.

semtex · 01-04-2012, 08:45 PM

Speaking of FN, have you shot the FNP-45? This used to be my designated nightstand gun. 15 rounds of .45 at the ready.

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m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6962	Very nice! Congrats. __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

01-04-2012, 10:34 AM	#1612 (permalink)
semtex A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Behind enemy lines Age: 53 Posts: 5,995 Drives: People to drink Rep Power: 32	FWIW I've had other HKs and they all performed flawlessly. One of my favorites was a .40 cal P2000 SK (LEM). Great little gun. __________________ "There are no small accidents on this circuit." -- Ayrton Senna 316.8whp & 248 ft/lbs (Dyno Dynamics) \| 319whp & 256 ft/lbs (DynoJet) (04/23/10) Stillen G3 CAI, CBE, Pulley / F.I. LTH / GTSpec Ladder Brace / Setrab Oil Cooler / UpRev-tuned by Forged Perf.

01-04-2012, 10:35 AM	#1613 (permalink)
m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6962	You guys are making me want one now. __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

01-04-2012, 10:49 AM	#1614 (permalink)
semtex A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Behind enemy lines Age: 53 Posts: 5,995 Drives: People to drink Rep Power: 32	I miss my Kimber. __________________ "There are no small accidents on this circuit." -- Ayrton Senna 316.8whp & 248 ft/lbs (Dyno Dynamics) \| 319whp & 256 ft/lbs (DynoJet) (04/23/10) Stillen G3 CAI, CBE, Pulley / F.I. LTH / GTSpec Ladder Brace / Setrab Oil Cooler / UpRev-tuned by Forged Perf.

01-04-2012, 08:45 PM	#1620 (permalink)
semtex A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Behind enemy lines Age: 53 Posts: 5,995 Drives: People to drink Rep Power: 32	Speaking of FN, have you shot the FNP-45? This used to be my designated nightstand gun. 15 rounds of .45 at the ready. __________________ "There are no small accidents on this circuit." -- Ayrton Senna 316.8whp & 248 ft/lbs (Dyno Dynamics) \| 319whp & 256 ft/lbs (DynoJet) (04/23/10) Stillen G3 CAI, CBE, Pulley / F.I. LTH / GTSpec Ladder Brace / Setrab Oil Cooler / UpRev-tuned by Forged Perf.

01-04-2012, 03:44 PM	#1615 (permalink)
MacCool A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Midwest Posts: 1,349 Drives: 370Z PW 2014 Rep Power: 16	Just picked this rifle up. Kind of a whim purchase...the more I read about .17HMR, the more intrigued I became. Got a Muskrat problem in the non-winter months and have to be careful of ricochets off the water. And my buddy has a pack of coyotes and probably at least one wolf harassing his horses. Can't shoot the wolves, of course but once I get this new .17HMR Henry scoped, we're going to get out the squealing fawn call and the electronic rabbit and solve the problem. This thing has one of the best out-of-the-box triggers I've ever seen on a factory rifle. It's a nice piece of work.