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Originally Posted by Ghostvette (Post 3216554)

I guess it kind of depends on what you are going to use the 300 w/can for. I've got an AR platform rifle in 6.8 SPC with a spare 300 upper. The thought was to use the 300 with subsonics and can for under 100 yards, 6.8 for 100 to about 400 yards, anything over that to switch to the AR in 308. That's just my thought process.

I think an SBR shines in the urban environment of narrow halls and doors. I think it's easier to maneuver and less likely to get banged against doors and walls. Just my :twocents:

On a side note... what would you consider a fair price? ;)

Hmmm...whatever someone convinced me to break up a factory MK18 300BLK for, lol

That said, I like a 14.5" 5.56 for pretty much everything. I can and have used a 16" gun in vehicles without a problem in the world.

Something to think about, but my 16" M4 with a full-size suppressor is still shorter than by Benelli M4 shotgun. Yeah...food for thought for all the "Gotta SBR it for indoors!" crowd.

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Originally Posted by Meulen (Post 3219591)

I've been looking at something capable of deep concealed. I have an S&W 9mm shield with modified trigger I carry. But I'm an active person, my clothes are mostly fitted style and I'm constantly on the go. So it gets uncomfortable to carry in an IWV holster all the time, and to be honest it mostly lives in my glove box!!! I just want something to put in my pocket. I've been back and forth on this for weeks?

anyone have any opinions on the S&W bodyguard?

I'm not opposed to spending more cash on a nicer 380. But, being I have the Shield already and am used to the manual safety, I'm thinking it might be beneficial not change my draw process? Or am I over thinking this thing?

the others on the top of my list were
1. Kahr p380
2. Sig p250

maybe some others I should consider?

At some point, you have to ask yourself..."Am I carrying a gun just to carry a gun, or is this something I can effectively fight with, and won't end up drawing only to wish and lament that I didn't bring a proper fighting tool with me today?"

Many people get locked into this "Talisman" mentality, where carrying a firearm is a binary thing: Have/Do not have.

Sure, you can argue "But I'll most likely just need it at 5-7 feet or so and for a couple of shots, and the psychological effect is more important than..." Yeah, but I you can also argue "You're not likely to need a firearm at all..." and the argument holds a lot more water, as it's very true. You're not. But if you do...make sure you're carrying one that you won't feel like you short-changed yourself on when you draw it.

It's a personal question, so only you can answer it, which is why I'm not providing any critique except my above thoughts on the subject. Ponder them, and you will have the best answer you can get. For you.

Got together with a buddy of mine for some range fun on my birthday/vacation a few weeks back. 100yrd/50yrd range. Beautiful day in pa. Made better by the $11 a box for 9mm deal I found at cabelas. It was one of those 1 hour only specials. I happened to be in the right place at the right time so I stocked up.
https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8885/...60fc8f62_b.jpg

Shooting his wartime 1943 mosin. Such a sweet gun. It was dead accurate.
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https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8854/...f0ae1031_b.jpg

My table. M&P9 fullsize, shield9, a ruger lcr 38sp, and my buds new Taurus 38sp (no idea on model)
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My full size 9 was shooting 8" targets and soda bottles at 50yrd. I'm pleased with the purchase. Groupings sucked but I was hitting. My friend bought that Taurus on the same day I bought the 9. It sucked so bad it's already sold. Thing was garbage. Neither of us could hit anything with it. Not even at 7yrds out.

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Originally Posted by Rusty (Post 3219917)

Good news. :D Those who are looking for TAC gun powder. Midway just got some in. I've had it on backorder since last May of last year. :shakes head:

BAD NEWS! Got an e-mail from Midway saying that my order as been cancelled. It said that the manufacturer can not fill the order. So those who use this powder for 5.56/.223, and .308. Will have to wait even longer now. Glad I got 16 lbs of AR Comp. :D

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Originally Posted by ImportConvert (Post 3221403)

Along that line, get some self-defense training. You are not competent to use a firearm to defend your life if the only training you have is your CCW course. THAT is not training.

Here's an update on the new LR beast. I've shot out to 1200m consistantly with 168gr A-Max and 175gr SMK.

http://i.imgur.com/DrNgfR3l.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/eivJ8ftl.jpg
PGW Coyote .308
Sightron SVSS 10-50x60
Near milspec 1.25 mount
LRA light tactical bipod

The "don't give a sh1t" makes that rifle!

My latest build....
http://i.imgur.com/bkvQa5Ql.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/uX1Fvmjl.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/MvFpLMKl.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/CZ7DbnOl.jpg

R700 short action
MDT HS3 chassis
Timney Calvin Elite trigger
Jury Custom (Krieger style 17) heavy barrel 28" in .308
0 deg gill brake
LRA light tactical bipod
NF nxs 5.5-22x56
Near Alfamount

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Originally Posted by 6MT (Post 3246446)

My latest build....
http://i.imgur.com/bkvQa5Ql.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/uX1Fvmjl.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/MvFpLMKl.jpg

R700 short action
MDT HS3 chassis
Timney Calvin Elite trigger
Jury Custom (Krieger style 17) heavy barrel 28" in .308
0 deg gill brake
LRA light tactical bipod
NF nxs 5.5-22x56
Near Alfamount

Awesome stick! I particularly like that you didn't go soft on the glass!

After many years of trying to convince him, my friend finally sold me this baby. It is a S&W 686 Combat and the trigger is dreamy:

http://www.the370z.com/members/black...686-combat.jpg

This may be my new favorite gun!

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Originally Posted by BlackZeda (Post 3248022)

They're nice shooting revolvers. I have 2 of them. A 4" which I used to carry when I worked at the one job I had. And a 6" which was my first wife's revolver.

The wife got me a Shooting Chrony Gamma Master Chronograph. :D

Shooting Chrony Gamma Master Chronograph Ballistic Chrony Printer

I was going to buy the Oehler chronograph. But she beat me to it. :icon17: I'm not complaining. :tup:

Oehler Research Inc.