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lilcgrsmkr 06-19-2012 06:51 PM

Re: First Firearm Thread.
 
ooooh.. never saw this forum... i like it! :)

Cigarcop 06-19-2012 07:06 PM

Re: First Firearm Thread.
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by Malazan (Post 1660618)
Anyone here reload?

I've been known to reload a bullet or two, even build a few rifles

http://i800.photobucket.com/albums/y...p/IMG_1699.jpg

http://i800.photobucket.com/albums/y...p/IMG_0147.jpg

http://i800.photobucket.com/albums/y...p/threads2.jpg

http://i800.photobucket.com/albums/y...ounterbore.jpg

http://i800.photobucket.com/albums/y...p/IMG_0139.jpg

big a 06-19-2012 07:54 PM

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:tu Very impressive setup you got there!

BC-Axeman 06-19-2012 08:13 PM

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I love tools. :dr

lilcgrsmkr 06-19-2012 08:26 PM

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dang! that's kool:)

ChicagoWhiteSox 06-20-2012 09:21 PM

Re: First Firearm Thread.
 
For the guys that have Glocks, what lights are you using on your pistols and why? I'm looking for a light that will fill up a room as much as possible.

emopunker2004 06-20-2012 09:28 PM

Re: First Firearm Thread.
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by ChicagoWhiteSox (Post 1662532)
For the guys that have Glocks, what lights are you using on your pistols and why? I'm looking for a light that will fill up a room as much as possible.

The standard for our department is the Streamlight TLR-1 or TLR-1s
One of the best bangs for the buck, right around $100 or so.

bonjing 06-20-2012 10:41 PM

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I agree with the above, I own a few surefire and streamlights and agree that the streamlight is the best bang for the buck. But I do prefer the activation options ont he surefire x300's a whole lot more.

The surefire can be activated by pushing on the lever for a momentary flash while the the streamlight you need to depress the lever for a momentary flash. It all comes down with what you are willing to train with.

Just remember with lights brighter isn't always better. You can end up blinding yourself too, especially if your very light sensitive.

I think the current x300's can be found for under 200 now

spectrrr 06-20-2012 10:49 PM

Re: First Firearm Thread.
 
ALSO bear in mind in the hunt for ever higher lumens ratings that you need 4x the lumens to percieve 2x the increase. So practically speaking, if you have a choice between 160 lumens and 190 lumens for example, don't pick it based on the lumens, the perceptible increase is arguably negligible.

SNKBYT 06-21-2012 10:01 AM

Re: First Firearm Thread.
 
bought a new toy a few months back, but been busy with less pleasurable issues as of late

original form.....38/357 Rossi Ranch Hand large loop
http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z...7/IMG_0076.jpg
then modified with small loop and a few internal upgrades
http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z...G_0040JPG2.jpg
new voodoo scabbard (shortest I could find)
http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z...G_0041JPG2.jpg
case style I searched for but didn't buy
http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z...7/IMG_0111.jpg

lilcgrsmkr 06-21-2012 10:07 AM

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nice:)

Steve 06-21-2012 10:24 AM

Re: First Firearm Thread.
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by Cigarcop (Post 1661391)
I've been known to reload a bullet or two, even build a few rifles

:dr as always!

issues 06-21-2012 12:42 PM

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Love that ranch hand Alex!!! :tu

theonlybear4CORT 06-21-2012 02:20 PM

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Love the ranch hand! I reall want to get a marlin 45-70 this year.
http://fieldandstream.blogs.com/phot...fc_1895sbl.jpg

lilcgrsmkr 06-21-2012 02:24 PM

Re: First Firearm Thread.
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by theonlybear4CORT (Post 1663036)
Love the ranch hand! I reall want to get a marlin 45-70 this year.
http://fieldandstream.blogs.com/phot...fc_1895sbl.jpg

nice:)-(P

ChicagoWhiteSox 06-21-2012 02:25 PM

Re: First Firearm Thread.
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by emopunker2004 (Post 1662537)
The standard for our department is the Streamlight TLR-1 or TLR-1s
One of the best bangs for the buck, right around $100 or so.

Quote:

Originally Posted by bonjing (Post 1662588)
I agree with the above, I own a few surefire and streamlights and agree that the streamlight is the best bang for the buck. But I do prefer the activation options ont he surefire x300's a whole lot more.

The surefire can be activated by pushing on the lever for a momentary flash while the the streamlight you need to depress the lever for a momentary flash. It all comes down with what you are willing to train with.

Just remember with lights brighter isn't always better. You can end up blinding yourself too, especially if your very light sensitive.

I think the current x300's can be found for under 200 now

Quote:

Originally Posted by spectrrr (Post 1662591)
ALSO bear in mind in the hunt for ever higher lumens ratings that you need 4x the lumens to percieve 2x the increase. So practically speaking, if you have a choice between 160 lumens and 190 lumens for example, don't pick it based on the lumens, the perceptible increase is arguably negligible.

Surefire's are really expensive lights. I'm going to look into some Streamlights. You guys prefer LED to bulb?

TRicker 06-21-2012 02:27 PM

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I want a ranch hand so bad!!! But unfortunately live in Mass......

I hate this communist hole.

SNKBYT 06-21-2012 03:22 PM

Re: First Firearm Thread.
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by TRicker (Post 1663043)
I want a ranch hand so bad!!! But unfortunately live in Mass......

I hate this communist hole.

escape to the Northern Boarder.....they don't have extradition to the Peoples Republic of MA :D

TRicker 06-21-2012 03:27 PM

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Trust me, I'm giving it the stinkeye! My family is all up in NH, VT and ME.

bonjing 06-21-2012 05:28 PM

Re: First Firearm Thread.
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by ChicagoWhiteSox (Post 1663041)
Surefire's are really expensive lights. I'm going to look into some Streamlights. You guys prefer LED to bulb?

LED all the way! Not sure if they make weapon lights anymore that are halogen.
LED's take the abuse and last longer than the bulbs, downside is if something goes wrong it's not a simple replace the bulb, you gotta send it back to the manufacturer.

Look around, I've had good luck with LA Police Gear, sometimes they go on sale. I think I've seen them on sale for around $80 (TLR-1)


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