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The last guns thread got derailed by anti-gunners. I guarantee you none of the gun owners posting in this thread have ever committed a crime with a firearm, but that won't stop them from calling us evil.
I own a 1934 Tula hex-receiver Mosin Nagant. Kicks like a mule! To shoot them at ranges in CA you have to buy non-magnetic ammo, which is harder to find at surplus prices (but it can be found).
I also bought a Ruger 10/22 earlier today so I can practice shooting on the cheap, give the ladies something that won't dislocate their shoulder, and possibly hunt jackrabbit/squirrels. Now I have to wait 10 days thanks to California's obnoxious laws.
I have a mosin I never fired, just for the history of it. Not for defense or target or anything, although I don't mind people who do. I may just take it out to shoot sometime... I mean, it's a bolt action rifle that was invented in freakin 1891. Not very controversial, to say the least. Don't even have ammo for it. Just a question though, I've only fired .22's and bb's like, once. How badly does a 91/30 kick?
Also, I really, really hope this thread stays on topic. I understand the aversion Europeans and even urban Americans have against guns, I mean, the only time they see them are when they're used in acts of violence. I just hope that you realize there are many people who own them not for criminal intent but for legitimate reasons.
On July 08 2011 11:12 Aleco wrote: At the moment I am holding my friends guns who might I say has quite a large arsenal.
4 Ar-15s 2 Ak-47 with folding stock 2 double barreled shotguns remington pump shotgun mossin nagant remington 700 police version
He has trijicon acogs on the ar-15s
I was going to say that I thought AK's were illegal in Canada... then I checked and you're from the US. Lucky. I wish to one day own an AK, but for now I'm stuck with a bunch of old Russian bolt-actions. ^^
My cousin owned a shotgun. But he killed himself with it. which is why this thread pisses me the hell off.
That is quite possibly the stupidest logic I've ever seen. My cousin died in a drunk driving accident, I don't rage every time I see a car enthusiast thread or try to ban cars. Instead of blaming an inanimate object, how about using some common sense and blame the actions of the person responsible.
That is quite possibly the stupidest comparison I've ever seen. Cars are not built with the purpose to kill people but for means of transportation. The guns shown in this thread are definetly not meant for sports or hunting either.
I'm taking a carbine class later this month. Match pistol shooting in a tactical setting is a fast growing sport. Any "assault" style rifle you see posted on these boards owned by a civilian is NOT an automatic, its functionally identical to a hunting rifle, with a different grip. In fact, many people hunt with AR's because of their reliability and easy of use. Chances are everyone posting here is a responsible gun owner who will never hurt a single human being in their entire lifetime.
Don't forget weight and balance. Usually much better on an assault rifle or carbine than on a lot of "traditional" style stuff.
Haha figured I covered that with "ease of use." But yeah, you're right!
On July 08 2011 12:38 dark0dave wrote: What exactly do you do with it.... Right...
EDIT: Needs more love... But I don't feel like sharring
If you have a good amount of land outside the city you can shoot interesting targets, move around while shooting, rapid fire, etc. If you don't, you can still shoot at a range. Also, you can work on the guns like you would a car.
Shooting quickly and accurately is a skill - much like starcraft, it's very rewarding to set goals and improve at something. And unlike starcraft, these skills will come in handy for the zombie apocalypse!
On July 08 2011 12:38 dark0dave wrote: What exactly do you do with it.... Right...
EDIT: Needs more love... But I don't feel like sharring
If you have a good amount of land outside the city you can shoot interesting targets, move around while shooting, rapid fire, etc. If you don't, you can still shoot at a range. Also, you can work on the guns like you would a car.
My cousin owned a shotgun. But he killed himself with it. which is why this thread pisses me the hell off.
That is quite possibly the stupidest logic I've ever seen. My cousin died in a drunk driving accident, I don't rage every time I see a car enthusiast thread or try to ban cars. Instead of blaming an inanimate object, how about using some common sense and blame the actions of the person responsible.
That is quite possibly the stupidest comparison I've ever seen. Cars are not built with the purpose to kill people but for means of transportation. The guns shown in this thread are definetly not meant for sports or hunting either.
I'm taking a carbine class later this month. Match pistol shooting in a tactical setting is a fast growing sport. Any "assault" style rifle you see posted on these boards owned by a civilian is NOT an automatic, its functionally identical to a hunting rifle, with a different grip. In fact, many people hunt with AR's because of their reliability and easy of use. Chances are everyone posting here is a responsible gun owner who will never hurt a single human being in their entire lifetime.
Don't forget weight and balance. Usually much better on an assault rifle or carbine than on a lot of "traditional" style stuff.
Haha figured I covered that with "ease of use." But yeah, you're right!
Eh, I don't consider an AR style "easy" to use, if it's on the original M16/M4 style with the forward assist. I hated those stupid things while I was in the army. Terrible design, honestly. But the balance and weight are nice.
Just not as nice as the G3, which also happens to fire a round I prefer heavily.
On July 08 2011 11:12 Aleco wrote: At the moment I am holding my friends guns who might I say has quite a large arsenal.
4 Ar-15s 2 Ak-47 with folding stock 2 double barreled shotguns remington pump shotgun mossin nagant remington 700 police version
He has trijicon acogs on the ar-15s
I was going to say that I thought AK's were illegal in Canada... then I checked and you're from the US. Lucky. I wish to one day own an AK, but for now I'm stuck with a bunch of old Russian bolt-actions. ^^
This is as close as we have to the AK. I've considered getting one. It's not even restricted.
On July 08 2011 12:15 susySquark wrote: I'm taking a carbine class later this month. Match pistol shooting in a tactical setting is a fast growing sport. Any "assault" style rifle you see posted on these boards owned by a civilian is NOT an automatic, its functionally identical to a hunting rifle, with a different grip. In fact, many people hunt with AR's because of their reliability and easy of use. Chances are everyone posting here is a responsible gun owner who will never hurt a single human being in their entire lifetime.
Not true always, it is possible for a civilian to own an automatic weapon, just ridiculously expensive, and usually not worth it, such a waste of expensive ammo.
I currently own a Kel-Tec PF9, have for about 2 years now..I also have a CWP(concealed weapon permit) and carry every day. The picture is not mine. I would have taken a picture however i didn't have a Bill to size it up.
If anyone wants great info about backpacking,guns,or reviews check out www.youtube.com/nutnfancy Hes been on youtube for a long time and is a great youtuber. Also another inspiring person is youtube.com/wranglerstar (Cody or Wranglerstar is building a home up in the woods. Great guy imo)
I would like to pickup a S&W M&P 40c or 45c. Just waiting for a good deal to come along.
On July 08 2011 12:49 leperphilliac wrote: I have a mosin I never fired, just for the history of it. Not for defense or target or anything, although I don't mind people who do. I may just take it out to shoot sometime... I mean, it's a bolt action rifle that was invented in freakin 1891. Not very controversial, to say the least. Don't even have ammo for it. Just a question though, I've only fired .22's and bb's like, once. How badly does a 91/30 kick?
Also, I really, really hope this thread stays on topic. I understand the aversion Europeans and even urban Americans have against guns, I mean, the only time they see them are when they're used in acts of violence. I just hope that you realize there are many people who own them not for criminal intent but for legitimate reasons.
It won't dislocate your shoulder or anything but it does kick pretty hard but if you make sure the stock is against your shoulder when you shoot, it should be fine. It depends on the person how much they are able to shoot before they're ready to put it down but you should be able to take it long enough to have a good trip to a range.
On July 08 2011 12:49 leperphilliac wrote: I have a mosin I never fired, just for the history of it. Not for defense or target or anything, although I don't mind people who do. I may just take it out to shoot sometime... I mean, it's a bolt action rifle that was invented in freakin 1891. Not very controversial, to say the least. Don't even have ammo for it. Just a question though, I've only fired .22's and bb's like, once. How badly does a 91/30 kick?
Also, I really, really hope this thread stays on topic. I understand the aversion Europeans and even urban Americans have against guns, I mean, the only time they see them are when they're used in acts of violence. I just hope that you realize there are many people who own them not for criminal intent but for legitimate reasons.
If you don't shoot on a regular basis, that mosin will kick hard enough to give you a sore shoulder. First time i got my mosin, put maybe 15 rounds down range with it, then decided well thats enough self inflicted pain for the day.
On July 08 2011 12:15 susySquark wrote: I'm taking a carbine class later this month. Match pistol shooting in a tactical setting is a fast growing sport. Any "assault" style rifle you see posted on these boards owned by a civilian is NOT an automatic, its functionally identical to a hunting rifle, with a different grip. In fact, many people hunt with AR's because of their reliability and easy of use. Chances are everyone posting here is a responsible gun owner who will never hurt a single human being in their entire lifetime.
Not true always, it is possible for a civilian to own an automatic weapon, just ridiculously expensive, and usually not worth it, such a waste of expensive ammo.
State by state it differs, I suppose. States like CA and NY its impossible for a civilian to get an automatic.
On July 08 2011 12:59 Naicella wrote: I currently own a Kel-Tec PF9, have for about 2 years now..I also have a CWP(concealed weapon permit) and carry every day. The picture is not mine. I would have taken a picture however i didn't have a Bill to size it up.
If anyone wants great info about backpacking,guns,or reviews check out www.youtube.com/nutnfancy Hes been on youtube for a long time and is a great youtuber. Also another inspiring person is youtube.com/wranglerstar (Cody or Wranglerstar is building a home up in the woods. Great guy imo)
I would like to pickup a S&W M&P 40c or 45c. Just waiting for a good deal to come along. [img]http://www.iowadeer.com/iowadeerblog/blogs/media/blogs/glasgowm/carry%20guns%20012%20cropped.jpg[img]
Props for carrying and carrying consistently. Nutnfancy has a great video about that... but other than that he can get rather long winded about things.
Maybe he's hoping that enough trolls, flamers, and assorted bad posters have been weeded out from both sides of the almost guaranteed to ensue debate since then that this one has a chance...
My personal guess falls somewhere under the "pigs flying" category on that, but it would be nice.
On July 08 2011 12:43 brain_ wrote: The last guns thread got derailed by anti-gunners. I guarantee you none of the gun owners posting in this thread have ever committed a crime with a firearm, but that won't stop them from calling us evil.
I own a 1934 Tula hex-receiver Mosin Nagant. Kicks like a mule! To shoot them at ranges in CA you have to buy non-magnetic ammo, which is harder to find at surplus prices (but it can be found).
I also bought a Ruger 10/22 earlier today so I can practice shooting on the cheap, give the ladies something that won't dislocate their shoulder, and possibly hunt jackrabbit/squirrels. Now I have to wait 10 days thanks to California's obnoxious laws.
If ammo is becoming a problem, you can look into reloading, or find a buddy who reloads. A lot of people in the community do so in order to stave off a lot of the costs associated with regular shooting
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