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I like my P7 Squeeze Cocker, I have shot the wheels off mine trying to get it hot like some complain about but unless your mowing down swarms & swarms of Zombies I dont see the issue! -(P

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Here are a few of the pieces I picked up over the last 6 months
http://i569.photobucket.com/albums/s..._7251341_n.jpg

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Mossberg M500 "Home Defender"
STAG ARMS AR-15 with MIL.DOT 3x15x48
Top Right: Sig Tacops 226 9mm 20+1
Top Left: Beretta PX4 .45 9+1
Bottom Right: Beretta 92G 11+1
Bottom Left: Sig Mosquito 10+1 for the money this is a great target and training weapon. Just run it wet with CCI Super to avoid mis-feeds.

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One of the only handguns I don't have that I want. That and a Sig 210. :D

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My first (and only) firearm is a Remington 870 12 gauge. Basic, plain jane, nothing fancy, fun thing to go destroy clay pigeons with my teenagers with.

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You chose wisely.

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Finally broke down and got my first gun.
Sigma 9mm.
http://http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s...o/3b83efe0.jpg

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grats carlos.

I think my next gun will be the Springfield XD-S 45ACP IF they ship them out in March like anticipated.

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Then after the hold period, When i picked it up, i put this one on hold.
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s...o/687e35f4.jpg

Next, Glock 22 .40.

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:r...I just love this photo:tu

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I've got me one of those. Two things -1) I could hide it in a matchbook with no problems. 2) I can get that to hit a pretty small pattern at a reasonable distance. Liking your choice.

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Nice pickups Carlos! :tu

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http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/i...1/58/58065.jpg
Anybody try these grip extensions? I think I would trade the extra size for better grip in a second.
http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/p...ducts_id/58065

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I ordered the extensions directly from Ruger.
You need to remove old one and replace with these but easy and quick to do.
Paid $15 for three, $21 with shipping.

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Once I get my concealed permit in a month or two, going to get this Uncle George wallet holster. Very neat for front or back pockets.
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s...o/f6977949.jpg

Here is link.
http://unclegeorgeswalletholster.com/default.aspx

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Anyone familiar with this?
With grandchildren, can't simply leave it loaded in a drawer for home protection.
Figured this will do the trick in giving me quickest access possible while maintaining total safety for grandkids.
http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/p...Stand+Two+Tone

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I just got the GunVault which is just as practical with a spring loaded door. I appreciate that it conceals the gun making it less of a invitation to "explore" it. Here's a link.
http://www.sportco.com/store/pc/GunV...FS6FQAodYXSvsg

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I was looking at those also.
Does it feel secure or can a creative kid pry it with a screwdriver?
I Really like the idea of biometrics on it as opposed to combinations.

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It's very secure and hefty. I doubt if anyone can pry it open. Personally, I wouldn't like it visible when ANYONE is over much less kids. Being visible just begs for unwanted attention.:2

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Agree.
Love the idea of the top opening with biometric.
Glad to hear it is strong.
Prefer that route in my large nightable drawer, out of sight but accessible.
Thanks.
On my hit list for next month.

You think I can fit a Sigma 9mm or a Glock 40 in this one?
http://www.sportco.com/store/pc/GunV...-451p68661.htm

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nice sub2000. No matter what anyone says i have not had a problem with keltec and i have owned 2 of their guns. It's nice that they are FL based :tu

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Carlos, if you are ever in the market for an IWB holster for the sigma or glock or even the lcp check out Theis Holsters @ theisholsters.com
He's a one man shop that makes them by hand. I carry my 5" barrel 1911 in one every day. Great guy and great holster.

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Carlos, Get the gunvault. It sits on your nightstand, is easy to open, and locks onto the bedpost and can travel.

http://i217.photobucket.com/albums/c...9/DSC01591.jpg

Nobody is prying that open with a screwdriver.

The CWP is taking like 2 weeks to get in Fla as opposed to the 4 months plus when I got mine about 5 years ago.

I'd also think about a talk with the grandkids at some point explaining the dangers of a gun and the importance of never going near them without an adult. I did that with my little one.

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My 38 Smith looks like the ugly step child to a lot of these fancy new semi autos, but I feel so positive that it will work if needed, I wouldn't trade it for anything. The most compelling reason for owning it is the fact that with my small frame it is barely noticeable in hot Florida weather in my cargo shorts, which means it's something I don't leave in the safe at home because it's a hassle to carry.

I've been through the spectrum of handguns from Kel Tecs to Glocks and find this to be the perfect conceal weapon.

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Looking for some recommendations for sights/optics for my first AR15. Would love to buy a red dot/holographic but don't really have the $400+ for an Eotec or Aimpoint, are the cheaper knockoffs any good or would I just be wasting money? As far as iron sights, are the Magpul BUIS sights good enough for primary sights or should I be looking for something with a little for quality? Going to be using the AR mainly as a range toy and maybe for HD if that matters. Thanks.

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This is a very good budget conscious alternative to the Aimpoint T1.

https://www.primaryarms.com/Primary_...6lhmbundle.htm

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Check out Vortex. Not cheap but less than 400ish

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Good stuff thanks

Any suggestions for a boot holster? I wear western boots 6 out of 7 days.

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Only thing i can think of is depending on how tight the boot is to the calf, you could use an ankle holster. If anything ankle carry should be enhanced by the boot holding the gun even better.

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Thanks! Looks like it has some pretty decent reviews and I really like the price.

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Just ordered a Savage 10FPRS .308 threaded barrel
http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/p...8+THREADED+BBL

But now I need a scope, I'm looking for recommendations. I have up to 450 to spend on it, it would be used primarily for target shooting and hopefully some hog/deer hunting, no long range competition shooting or anything. I can't really see myself shooting over 500 yards (not at first anyway).

I am considering this, http://www.midwayusa.com/product/950...la=ProductDesc

I always hear about spending the cost of the rifle on glass, or twice the cost, etc.

This is "cheap" but has great reviews, I'm just curious if spending the whole 450 would result in a significantly better scope or pissing money away.

Also, other than ammo, if there are any other must have accessories let me know.

Thanks!

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Do you have local Cabelas? They usually have cases full of scopes, go window shopping! My buddy recently had his hart set on a Redfield- with a little shopping around found it for almost a $100 less! But Cabelas is were I would start shopping, pick em up and examine the reticle styles.

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we have one about an hour up the road, I'll be stopping there on friday, but I guess my main issue is, what makes a scope good? What features, at a minimum, do I need for 100-200 yard target shooting and up to maybe 300 yard hunting medium game?

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The power (3x9) / size of the objective / type of reticle / construction/ brand. (would prolly stay with a 3x9)

Redfields are american made, I have taken apart some pretty looking chinese knock-offs but there internal construction was poor, wouldnt have installed them on a BB gun!

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anyone in here shoot IDPA?

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OK... So I have the itch again and I am torn... I know these are two completely different guns but I am having a hard time deciding on what to pull the trigger on... FN 5.7 or the FN-P Tactical in .45ACP. Either one will have a threaded barrel and a can in the near future but I am having a hard time deciding. I am currently sitting on 2 .45's and love the round but if I get the 5.7 it will be just another toy I have to stock up on ammo for... BAH! I need to win the lotto.
http://www.kingdomarms.com/store/ima...Suppressor.jpg
http://www.tactical-life.com/online/.../fnh-fnp45.gif

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Jesse, I vote for the FNP-45 Tactical. 5.7 ammo is soooooooo expensive

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The shop I go to has the 5.7 ammo priced the same as the .40 and .45 ammo or within 10-15 cents per box.

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You could say go with .45acp because it is generally easier to find nationwide incase the zombies come...

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Also, resolution is very important at distance. Think of it as how sharp it can focus. The more precise the lens is ground and the better the coating is, the sharper the image will be. How well it is put together too. This costs more money to make.

300 yards may not be that far to worry about resolution much.

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I held the FN 5.7 and I did not like the size of the gun, just ridiculously huge.

The USP Compact Tactical was much more to my liking. Someday I'll have to get one and toss a can on it.

I too really like the .45 round.

That said If you are considering both I would see if you can't find a gun shop with a range so you can shoot both of them and let that decide.

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The 5.7 is a great shooting gun, very low recoil and easy to shoot very small groups.

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I have shot both and hold under a 3inch pattern at 35 feet. The FN funs are just large in general, the FN-P is not a concealed carry weapon by any means but it will certainly put the glocks to the test as far as durability and dependability.

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If zombies come I am covered lol. I have the Sig Tac Ops P226 in 9mm 20+1 stack, two different .40, and two .45 already. Along with my 12ga and 5.56. I am thinking of a 308 AR-10 in the near future but that will have to wait till I get my settlement from being creamed by the Xerox box truck.

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New .284 throated for the 180VLD's, .313 Neck, Bat Action, Brux Barrel


http://i800.photobucket.com/albums/y...p/DSC_0357.jpg

http://i800.photobucket.com/albums/y...p/DSC_0350.jpg

http://i800.photobucket.com/albums/y...p/DSC_0354.jpg

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Beautiful Kieth!

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Yes, Sir! :D:dr

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That is gorgeous! I've never heard of that caliber, but I'd love that rifle. Thanks for sharing. Steve

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Picked up my lower today and assembled it and put everything together, nothing fancy but here it is.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...s/IMG_0555.jpg