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Here it is next to a Mauser 1914 for comparison.

http://i317.photobucket.com/albums/m...n/DSC_0111.jpg

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Nice grips Andrew!

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I was wondering how long it was going to take you to make a comment. I figured you'd it was taking so long because you were going to show up at my door.

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Very cool grips :banger Ive been throwing around some ideas on making some for my Les Bear. Either Ebony/Ivory or a Burl of some sort. Though the Punisher grips from Wicked gun grips looks sweet also.

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Had two of these years ago in .44 cal. Sold them both because they weren't very practical. Heavy and bulky but fun as he!! to shoot. :D Saw one a couple weeks ago for sale that had a barrel that was twice as long on it. Ever seen those ones?

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My co worker was walking the US/Canadian border the other day and came across a 1917 luger with holster and magazines. The gun I guess is pretty rusted but he said the trigger is smooth and the slide works. If he gets it back after all the red tape bs Ill try and get a pic of it.

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Sure. Seems to be fairly common for the newer ones (MK XIX) to come with multiple barrels. It's easy to swap them out. You could get barrels up to 14" for the MK VII.

As I say, I have ZERO practical need for this guy. It weighs 4.2 lbs. An M4 carbine weighs 6.3 lbs!

But I like firearms designs- and this is a really neat one. It's like a combination of a .44, an AK-47, and an M16.

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And don't forget to add sledge hammer. ;)

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Especially if you checker the bottom of the magazine like a 22 oz. framing hammer. :D

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Alright guys, I need some more advice. I have officially decided to carry a 1911 and now the question comes down to which one. I was stuck on a RIA Tactical 1911 forever until I went in to the gun store yesterday and was shown a Metro Arms 1911 Commander. I loved every part of this gun(including the low price tag :) ). Anyone have any experience with this gun?

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I'm a little late but here are my babies. And this was on my phone so the quality is blah. In the 1st photo is my Ruger 44mag and my Ruger .22
http://i67.photobucket.com/albums/h2.../IMAG00551.jpg

The next photo is my Custom Les Bear 1911 and H&K USP 40
http://i67.photobucket.com/albums/h2.../IMAG00541.jpg

Ill get pictures of my Benelli nova and SX2 shotgun with my various other rifles when my wife gets home from her vacation with the camera.

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I had that exact same pistol. Sold it when buying my house, because I could find no logical use for it. Really wish I hadn't. Hold on to that thing.

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Also, any clue on if the government shut down occurs that it will delay CHL applications? I am not turning this into anything political, I am just wondering if it occurs if it will delay the process of CHL applications.

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No it shouldn't. The only federal resource used might be an FBI felony check. Most concealed carry permits use state police records, although it wouldn't surprise me if they did an FBI check as well. As far as I know that stuff is all electronic, so unless they're shutting down servers to save electricity I doubt it will affect the processing time.

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I respectfully disagree, Mike. Although I admit that this is TOTAL speculation on my part: I bet that they do shut down the NICs check because there are actualy human beings that the firearms dealer talks to and those lines are open 24/7, as far as I know. I can not believe that the Feds would consider that an essential government service and keep them open. My best friend is a pilot who works for US Dept Interior fighting forest fires. He's been given notice of layoff in the event of a shut down. If he's not essential, how can the background check people be????? :2

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Good point. From what I've heard this shutdown is only for certain areas. I've read that about 2/3 of the actual annual budget is automatic, which is supposed to cover most of the bare essentials. I've also heard that the media is sensationalizing a lot of this because "end of the world as we know it" is a better headline story. Who knows the reality of it? No doubt there will be impact in certain areas, just wish we knew exactly which ones.

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Que REM

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Anyone have some nice AK builds? I have a few Romy kits around and I am thinking about finally getting them built! Need some ideas.

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Since you ask. I've done about ten builds so far.

Here's an Egyptian build I did. Just finished a Romy last week, no pics yet...

http://i317.photobucket.com/albums/m...K-47_Right.jpg
http://i317.photobucket.com/albums/m...AK-47_Left.jpg

NY ban compliant, pre-ban mag, 922r compliant (USA Bbl, Receiver, Brake, FCG).

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After this past weekend, I can personally verify that this pistol and this lighter both work flawlessly! Thanks, Andrew. :tu

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I've known about these guys for years, they're becoming crazy popular with the new TV show, but they make some really nice AK's

http://www.redjacketfirearms.com/AKrifles/AKrifles.html

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I can't afford those guys anymore. Now they're big time! :r

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I'm thinking of picking up a Draco AK. It's the pistol imported by CA.

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I got a VZ-58 build that I need to start it is just like the AK but with a milled receiver.

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Did a little pre-herf range trip this past Saturday. Some pics below.
http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showth...t=42247&page=6

Not pictured were the tables a few spots down from us. On one was a .50 Barrett. Next to it was some kind of 20mm beast that made the .50MBG look puny. I did not get to hear or see it fired. Although some guys stayed later than I did. Not sure if they got to witness it's power.

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Glad to share with ya bro. Thanks for the fun with you're AR15 pistol (or whatever it was). Pretty sweet.:tu

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I am finally going to break down an buy a handgun. I think up first will be a Glock 30. From there who knows but for my needs I think it will serve me well.

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OK, here's the Romy G.

Brake welded/bayo lug ground for NYS ban compliance.
922r parts are gas piston, FCG, brake, receiver (NDS-3).

Duracoated in HK Black, wood left as purchased.

http://i317.photobucket.com/albums/m...an/RomyG_R.jpg
http://i317.photobucket.com/albums/m...an/RomyG_L.jpg

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Good choice :tu

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I would have to go through some hoops to get the stamp in Florida, but one day I will spend the dough on this beauty. They really killed it with this build. Integrally suppressed AK-47. What a beauty. This is a Red Jacket build. The video and episode is a must see for any AK fanatic!

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y16...E/e21a0526.jpg

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Now that is hot! :tu :tu :tu

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looks great but their prices are are a bit outrageous

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http://i537.photobucket.com/albums/f...Cave/COLT2.jpg

http://i537.photobucket.com/albums/f...4388WINMAG.jpg

http://i537.photobucket.com/albums/f.../458WINMAG.jpg

http://i537.photobucket.com/albums/f...0Cave/P381.jpg

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A little shop work on the WWI 1911

http://i537.photobucket.com/albums/f...s/68524200.jpg

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Leaning towards a Sig C3 in a month or two, hopefully. Anyone own one? Or any of the GSR series for general commentary on the platform?

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That is one of the best M1911 (not M1911A1) that I have ever seen. Beautiful! :tu

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Thank you

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Had the chance to shoot a FNH 5.7x28 pistol over weekend. Wow what a nice shooting gun that was. I see a new pistol being added to the arsenal soon. :D

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My shoulder is slowly but surely healing. Can't wait to break out the H&K P2000 and run some IDPA again!

Plus - I have a GoPro camera now. First person perspective recordings! :banger
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I meant to ask how the gimpy arm was healing. ;)

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I've got 500 rounds of 147 gr. .308 shells that I'd like to get rid of... drop me a PM if you're interested. I will ship.

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The thought of that hurts my shoulder.

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Nah, the .308 isn't bad. It's the .470 Nitro Express that will kill your shoulder and your wallet! :)

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Guys, I am getting very close to pulling the trigger on buying my first 1911 handgun. I have researched and think I am pretty close to identifying what I need. I want a Colt 1911, although I'm a bit unsure still about the exact model. I've read every thread here possible and in magazines, on the 1911 forum, etc. I may have actually read too much as it gets confusing after awhile. Anyway, my first 1911 I want to be a Colt. My question to this group is do you all have any recommendations on how to buy one? Since they seem to be so very hard to find, at least a new in the box full size model, which is what I want. Is ordering from a local gun dealer my only option and then waiting? Any thoughts on the current market and recommendations would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks.

Steve

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You can always buy one online and have them ship it to a local FFL, the local FFL will charge a small fee for the service but it may save you some money if you can find a good deal online.

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The FFL will also do the background check which will add a little more money.

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As far as which one to get.... really depends on what you want it for. Target? Conceal? Who cares? I ask only for the purpose of frame size differences. I recently bought a Colt 1911 Lightweight New Agent Model 90 which is, IMO, great for carry but not great for target shooting. Only having a trench site makes target shooting past a certain yardage not so great.

I've used gunbroker.com for a few firearms and once for something else that I was not satified with in the end.

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Both good advice for you Stevez. Check out http://www.gunsamerica.com too.

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Thanks for the advice guys. I really want it for enough target shooting to get good at it and limited conceal carry. I'm a big guy and not too worried about the size/weight. Thanks for the info on the lightweight models as I hadn't thought of that. I am leaning towards the Gold Cup but haven't done a great deal of searching the internet but it seems when I do everything Colt is out of stock. I was expecting a very hard time finding a reputable on-line dealer that had some decent inventory to choose from. I'll try the website and thanks for the one to stay away from. I've visited them before! Steve

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There are no "online dealers" per se. On GunsAmerica local gun shops post individual pistols/rifles for sale, or new in the box models at a set price. You use their "Find an FFL" tool to find a local dealer, many of which list their cost right on the site. You make arrangements with them to receive the firearm. Next you contact the seller, arrange for payment and give them the info of your FFL. After that all you have to do is pay the seller and pick up your gun from the local FFL once it come in. Local ordinances might require purchase permits and whatnot, but that varies of course.