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xdeslitx 02-04-2012 03:10 PM
looks like a compact? im looking for full size for my big hands lol
and from what i hear longer barrel = better accuracy? correct me if im wrong.
haha i wanna be accurate enough to beat my uncle when i visit in jersey maybe in the summer

Rooster89 02-04-2012 04:06 PM
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Originally Posted by MacCool (Post 1525760)
I don't know if this was ever posted here, but here's a repeat if so:


The National Gun Victims Action Council is trying to organize a nationwide boycott of Starbucks on February 14 because of their refusal to ban guns in their stores.

Starbucks Promotes Pro-gun Agenda Gun Victims Action Council


The other side of that coin is the "anti-boycott" planned by The Truth About Guns (TTAG)

Starbucks “$2 for 2A” Appreciation Day Going Viral | The Truth About Guns

Bottom line, consider buying some coffee at Starbucks on February 14. And consider paying with a $2 bill.

But, please do us all a favor....don't open carry. Such an in-your-face political statement is counterproductive. Concealed Carry means just that...conceal it, even if your state allows open carry. No need to get everyone all upset, just quietly affirm your rights, and show Starbucks that you support their decision.

http://www.itstactical.com/wp-conten...unsNCoffee.png

This state (Minnesota) has an interesting take on businesses banning guns. A very specific sign has to be posted, and the statutes not only specify the wording, but also the size of the sign, and even the font used. Anything else makes it pointless. And, in fact the signs are pointless anyway, because even if you carry a weapon in a store that is posted "no guns", all they can do (if they catch you) is ask you to leave. If and only if you refuse to leave, they can call the cops, who in turn can come and ticket you with trespass, which is a $25 dollar fine, and has no bearing on your permit, present or future. Most Minnesotans that carry concealed just ignore those signs if and when they encounter them, and that would include Starbucks, if they ever change their mind.
Repped :tiphat:

bullitt5897 02-04-2012 05:11 PM
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Originally Posted by BlackZeda (Post 1526107)
Semtex had a nice 1911. I am not sure if this was a 9mm or .45, but I know they make these in both.
His was a 9mm. Look on the frame it says Kimber MF9 that and the fact I got to shoot it when Ben lived down the road from me.

m4a1mustang 02-04-2012 06:22 PM
Has anyone seen the preview for that show Doomsday Preppers on National Geographic? I have a feeling this is going to make gun people look really, really crazy.

frost 02-04-2012 09:17 PM
FOX Bans Firearms and Ammunition Advertisements | NSSF Blog

I Emailed and called Fox about their decision, hope some of you will too.

BlackZeda 02-05-2012 05:16 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by MacCool (Post 1525760)
...
The National Gun Victims Action Council is trying to organize a nationwide boycott of Starbucks on February 14 because of their refusal to ban guns in their stores.

Starbucks Promotes Pro-gun Agenda Gun Victims Action Council
...
Jeez...This little jem by "The National Gun Victims Action Council" is ridiculous:

•Among the handguns Starbucks approves in its stores is the Glock 19 used by Jared Loughner in the Tucson massacre (killed six, wounded 14 in less than a minute—see thumbnails).

Can you come up with any weaker demagoguery? Unfortunately this stupid drivel works with people that have no capacity for critical thinking.

I have been cutting back on Starbucks...now I will be going everyday!

semtex 02-05-2012 06:05 PM
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Originally Posted by BlackZeda (Post 1526107)
Semtex had a nice 1911. I am not sure if this was a 9mm or .45, but I know they make these in both.
Incorrect. This gun is only made in .45. Here's Kimber's page for this model: http://www.kimberamerica.com/1911/co...ltra-covert-ii

Quote:
Originally Posted by Bullitt@UAMotorsports (Post 1526381)
His was a 9mm. Look on the frame it says Kimber MF9 that and the fact I got to shoot it when Ben lived down the road from me.
It was a .45. Look more closely. It says Kimber MFG. Not MF9. Plus, if you look very carefully, you can see the .45 ACP stamp on the top of the barrel at the slide ejection port. Come to think of it, I didn't own any 9mm's, Mike. How've you been anyway? Long time no speak! :tiphat:

tvfreakazoid 02-05-2012 09:40 PM
Living in LA or frisco county is much harder to get CCW's compared to sac county. Well it was hard but our new sheriff made it easier for us to get it. Although it will take almost a year to get one cause so many people are getting ccw's.

Nismo89 02-06-2012 05:38 PM
alright slight update on my ACR: went and paid for half of it, so its now officially off the market and waiting for me to pay the other half.

its the upgraded version of the ACR, not the basic.

xdeslitx 02-07-2012 11:20 PM
well...i pulled the trigger so to speak.
placed an order for a Springfield 1911 Loaded 9mm

http://www.dawsonprecision.com/images/534-018.jpg

semtex 02-08-2012 07:00 PM
I've found Springfields pretty tempting in the past, but each time the absence of front strap checkering ended up being a deal killer. Nice looking gun though. Congrats!

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m4a1mustang 02-08-2012 07:24 PM
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Originally Posted by xdeslitx (Post 1532209)
well...i pulled the trigger so to speak.
placed an order for a Springfield 1911 Loaded 9mm

http://www.dawsonprecision.com/images/534-018.jpg
:tup:

xdeslitx 02-09-2012 11:17 AM
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Originally Posted by semtex (Post 1533729)
I've found Springfields pretty tempting in the past, but each time the absence of front strap checkering ended up being a deal killer. Nice looking gun though. Congrats!

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do those really help that much with the grip?

semtex 02-09-2012 11:48 AM
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Originally Posted by xdeslitx (Post 1534730)
do those really help that much with the grip?
Hard to say, because it varies from shooter to shooter. If your hands tend to get sweaty then it probably helps more. I wouldn't lose any sleep over it though.

xdeslitx 02-09-2012 12:06 PM
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Originally Posted by semtex (Post 1534781)
Hard to say, because it varies from shooter to shooter. If your hands tend to get sweaty then it probably helps more. I wouldn't lose any sleep over it though.
hmmm im trying to think back to see if i can remember shooting one with the checkering these past 2 weeks...cant remember though

semtex 02-09-2012 12:49 PM
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Originally Posted by xdeslitx (Post 1534811)
hmmm im trying to think back to see if i can remember shooting one with the checkering these past 2 weeks...cant remember though
Okay, I think I need to do a bit of full disclosure here. I'm a 1911 snob. I buy 1911s like Nighthawks and Wilson Combat and Ed Brown. That Kimber pictured a few posts back? That was my 'cheap gun'. Point being, take my comments with a grain of salt. On the high end, front strap checkering is standard, so it's only because I'm a high-end 1911 snob that I have this 'it's a deal killer if there's no front strap checkering' attitude. Don't take my comments to imply that a 1911 without such checkering is somehow fatally flawed in its design or anything like that.

Having said that, are there any gun ranges in your area where you can rent different guns to try out on the range? If so, maybe rent one with the checkering and one without and compare to see if it makes a difference for you.

xdeslitx 02-09-2012 12:58 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by semtex (Post 1534861)
Okay, I think I need to do a bit of full disclosure here. I'm a 1911 snob. I buy 1911s like Nighthawks and Wilson Combat and Ed Brown. That Kimber pictured a few posts back? That was my 'cheap gun'. Point being, take my comments with a grain of salt. On the high end, front strap checkering is standard, so it's only because I'm a high-end 1911 snob that I have this 'it's a deal killer if there's no front strap checkering' attitude. Don't take my comments to imply that a 1911 without such checkering is somehow fatally flawed in its design or anything like that.

Having said that, are there any gun ranges in your area where you can rent different guns to try out on the range? If so, maybe rent one with the checkering and one without and compare to see if it makes a difference for you.
yes but they dont have many 1911s...i think the springer might be the only one if i remember correctly.
thats what i meant when i said shooting these past 2 weeks, i was at a range renting guns.

xdeslitx 02-09-2012 01:11 PM
would you happen to know off the top of your head if the kimber target ii has the front checkering? i know someone who has one but he doesnt live close by

semtex 02-09-2012 01:48 PM
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Originally Posted by xdeslitx (Post 1534893)
would you happen to know off the top of your head if the kimber target ii has the front checkering? i know someone who has one but he doesnt live close by
You mean the Custom Target II? No, it does not appear to have front strap checkering (hint: go to Kimber's website).

http://www.titantalk.com/forums/atta...pic-4-side.jpg

Of course, you could always throw a Hogue grip on any 1911:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2080/...f26e59577e.jpg

Roadster4Us 02-09-2012 02:31 PM
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Originally Posted by xdeslitx (Post 1534893)
would you happen to know off the top of your head if the kimber target ii has the front checkering? i know someone who has one but he doesnt live close by
You can always send it in to Springfield's Custom shop. They will checker the front, back or both with a variety of options. Font is around $140 - $200 depending on what you want done.

Springfield Armory

xdeslitx 02-09-2012 02:33 PM
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Originally Posted by Roadster4Us (Post 1535021)
You can always send it in to Springfield's Custom shop. They will checker the front, back or both with a variety of options. Font is around $140 - $200 depending on what you want done.

Springfield Armory
thanks...i was actually checking out the order sheet a couple days ago to see what kind of "mods" they offered...lol its like having a new car

id probably be looking into having them add the white dots on the sights sometime in the future

Roadster4Us 02-09-2012 02:38 PM
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Originally Posted by xdeslitx (Post 1535024)
thanks...i was actually checking out the order sheet a couple days ago to see what kind of "mods" they offered...lol its like having a new car

id probably be looking into having them add the white dots on the sights sometime in the future
They do some very high quality work and yeah, too much to chose from on that sheet.

xdeslitx 02-09-2012 02:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Roadster4Us (Post 1535036)
They do some very high quality work and yeah, too much to chose from on that sheet.
ya and i keep hearing about their great customer service.
since its my first gun i decided to go with them for the customer service and the lifetime warranty...and of course i do like the gun as well

xdeslitx 02-09-2012 04:42 PM
Where do you guys buy your ammo?

Iwas looking at cheaperthandirt and luckygunner

Roadster4Us 02-09-2012 05:51 PM
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Originally Posted by xdeslitx (Post 1535384)
Where do you guys buy your ammo?

Iwas looking at cheaperthandirt and luckygunner
Midwayusa gandermountain etc... I usually check around for sales. Midwayusa is very fast with their shipping but you do have to do price comparisons.

xdeslitx 02-09-2012 06:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Roadster4Us (Post 1535529)
Midwayusa gandermountain etc... I usually check around for sales. Midwayusa is very fast with their shipping but you do have to do price comparisons.
cool thanks i didnt even see midway when i was on google...cheaperthandirt came up a lot though

RedlineAZ 02-12-2012 02:06 AM
Here is my collection! :)
M4 carbine
http://img18.imageshack.us/img18/6191/imag0752i.jpg
Taurus PT709 Slim
http://img210.imageshack.us/img210/4567/imag0375p.jpg
MPA .45mm Mac-10
http://img803.imageshack.us/img803/1371/trn0bits7.jpg
Romanian WASR-10 AK 47
http://img856.imageshack.us/img856/6199/trn0bits10.jpg
Hatsan 12 gauge shotgun
http://img684.imageshack.us/img684/9...o112109002.jpg
S&W 357 magnum
http://img828.imageshack.us/img828/1...o122109001.jpg
Glock 10mm
http://img842.imageshack.us/img842/9...o122509008.jpg
Lancaster Arms AK47
http://img210.imageshack.us/img210/7...409498a168.jpg
Ruger 10/22 and a group pic of my other guns
http://img208.imageshack.us/img208/8606/i00133.jpg

and I have a Remington 30.06 and a Winchester 12 gauge which isn't pictured :)
The Lancaster Arms AK is by far my favorite out of the bunch. I had a Romanian WASR (its funny because I'm actually full blooded Romanian) and I was so disappointed with the quality! The Lancaster AK was made to order in Goodyear Arizona, and came with a lifetime warranty. The fitments and clearances of the gun are top notch, it comes with Gun Kote already baked onto the metal parts instead of the bluing. Even the furniture has a super deep cherry color that is baked into the wood. It has never had a single jam or issue ever. If all goes accordingly, I am going to pick up a AK pistol with the same finish from them within the next week or two!:tup:

m4a1mustang 02-12-2012 07:50 AM
That's a nice collection!

RedlineAZ 02-12-2012 09:03 AM
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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang (Post 1539297)
That's a nice collection!
Thank you sir :)

Imperial 02-12-2012 01:56 PM
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My Kimber Stainless Target II.

EazyD 02-12-2012 02:41 PM
Idiot me trying to shoot a S&W .500 while not having a good grip = FULL AUTO

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d8NDGxzlfo4

xdeslitx 02-12-2012 07:03 PM
had a great time at the range today. went with some friends and barely spent money because they were all geared up already. shot a lot.

rifles:
308...30-06...30-30...223

shotgun:
12 and 16 gauge

handgun:
38...357...45...9

Nismo89 02-15-2012 02:35 PM
update: gave the go ahead for the guy to put a red dot scope on my ACR, he told he no problem. the good Red dot scopes start at 450 bucks. i said .... eh.... ok... so its slowly but surely coming together

Nismo89 02-15-2012 02:52 PM
in the meantime i thought this was an interesting read....

Gold and diamond encrusted guns.

Mexican soldiers seize gold plated and diamond encrusted firearms in raid on gang | Mail Online

xdeslitx 02-15-2012 02:55 PM
i shot a rifle with red dot sights last sunday...im not sure if i like it or not...im kind of stuck in the middle with it lol

MacCool 02-15-2012 05:03 PM
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Originally Posted by xdeslitx (Post 1545682)
i shot a rifle with red dot sights last sunday...im not sure if i like it or not...im kind of stuck in the middle with it lol
The choice of RDS vs magnified scope is a matter of application. You can use an RDS to shoot 100 yards and beyond, and you can use a 4x scope to shoot 25 yards and less, but that's not the best use of those particular optics. In selecting an optic, just like any other aspect of your rifle, you need to first define what you're going to use the gun for.

xdeslitx 02-15-2012 05:07 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by MacCool (Post 1545965)
The choice of RDS vs magnified scope is a matter of application. You can use an RDS to shoot 100 yards and beyond, and you can use a 4x scope to shoot 25 yards and less, but that's not the best use of those particular optics. In selecting an optic, just like any other aspect of your rifle, you need to first define what you're going to use the gun for.
the RDS we were using had a magnifier in front of it and we were shooting between 100-400 yards
im a total noob by the way still learning about all these things haha

MacCool 02-15-2012 05:22 PM
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Originally Posted by xdeslitx (Post 1545973)
the RDS we were using had a magnifier in front of it and we were shooting between 100-400 yards
im a total noob by the way still learning about all these things haha
If you're going to use your rifle mostly for shooting between 100-400 yards, a magnfier on an RDS is not a good solution. Far better off going with a 4x magnified optic. Magnifiers are a half-assed bandaid to try to make an RDS do something it's not designed to do well.

Also, a lot of it also has to do with the quality of the RDS itself. The nature of the reticle makes a difference, for example. An Eotech reticle with 65MOA ring is only a fair long range choice. An Aimpoint with a 2MOA red dot is even worse, and a 4MOA dot like on the Aimpoint T-1 is almost unusable with a magnifier. And those are just the high quality optics. When we start talking the fleet of cheap Chinese knockoffs like Primary Arms sells, that can be a real exercise in frustration, especially with a magnifier.

xdeslitx 02-15-2012 05:28 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by MacCool (Post 1546005)
If you're going to use your rifle mostly for shooting between 100-400 yards, a magnfier on an RDS is not a good solution. Far better off going with a 4x magnified optic. Magnifiers are a half-assed bandaid to try to make an RDS do something it's not designed to do well.
thats probably why im not sure if i liked shooting it or not. it wasnt my rifle i was just shooting it and thats how the guy has it set up

m4a1mustang 02-15-2012 05:32 PM
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Originally Posted by Nismo89 (Post 1545677)
in the meantime i thought this was an interesting read....

Gold and diamond encrusted guns.

Mexican soldiers seize gold plated and diamond encrusted firearms in raid on gang | Mail Online
I bet we gave those to them via Fast & Furious. Probably out of Barry's personal collection. :rofl2:


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