First Firearm Thread.

[Mark C]

Originally Posted by Trumpet

If you're looking for a "target" gun, a lever action ain't it. Sure they're fun, but they're not known for being tack-drivers, and while the ammo isn't hard to find, it's not generally inexpensive (then again, no ammo is inexpensive right now) to shoot. However, leveractions are really cool.

If you're looking for something for longer range casual target shooting, consider looking at a scoped bolt gun in .223 or .308. Better yet, buy a Garand from the CMP and a bunch of ammo. That would satisfy the longer range target shooting and the shorter range plinking needs quite nicely. There's just something about a Garand

Where in MD are you?

I realize bolt guns are more accurate than lever, that's fine with me. I've got a benchrest 10/22 to scratch the 'tack driver' itch, there's just something about the old school lever action that's calling to me. What I meant by 'target' is that I'll be shooting at paper only, 'minute of paper plate' is good enough for me right now. I was reading up on the Marlin 45-70 lever gun earlier today, now I'm thinking big bore lever would be even more fun

Garand would be great, but out of my price range. I do have a milsurp itch also, I've got a C&R app waiting to be mailed and plans for a Mosin as soon as the paperwork comes back.

I'm in Harford county, little ways outside of Aberdeen. Where're you? I'm using the same name at www.mdshooters.com, great forum for all things firearms in MD. Check it out if you haven't already.

[Trumpet]

Originally Posted by Mark C

I realize bolt guns are more accurate than lever, that's fine with me. I've got a benchrest 10/22 to scratch the 'tack driver' itch, there's just something about the old school lever action that's calling to me. What I meant by 'target' is that I'll be shooting at paper only, 'minute of paper plate' is good enough for me right now. I was reading up on the Marlin 45-70 lever gun earlier today, now I'm thinking big bore lever would be even more fun

Garand would be great, but out of my price range. I do have a milsurp itch also, I've got a C&R app waiting to be mailed and plans for a Mosin as soon as the paperwork comes back.

I'm in Harford county, little ways outside of Aberdeen. Where're you? I'm using the same name at www.mdshooters.com, great forum for all things firearms in MD. Check it out if you haven't already.

CMP prices should put a Garand within reach...less than a Marlin 45-70. I'm down here in Brandywine. I'm also "Trumpet" on MDshooters although I spend more time at ARFCOM

[Wolfgang]

Monte 2 and Springfield XDM Makes Wolfie a happy boy.

[Trumpet]

Originally Posted by Mark C

I realize bolt guns are more accurate than lever, that's fine with me. I've got a benchrest 10/22 to scratch the 'tack driver' itch, there's just something about the old school lever action that's calling to me. What I meant by 'target' is that I'll be shooting at paper only, 'minute of paper plate' is good enough for me right now. I was reading up on the Marlin 45-70 lever gun earlier today, now I'm thinking big bore lever would be even more fun

Garand would be great, but out of my price range. I do have a milsurp itch also, I've got a C&R app waiting to be mailed and plans for a Mosin as soon as the paperwork comes back.

I'm in Harford county, little ways outside of Aberdeen. Where're you? I'm using the same name at www.mdshooters.com, great forum for all things firearms in MD. Check it out if you haven't already.

This is more than you were looking to spend, but for a complete package (rifle/scope/harris bipod/stock pack) it's a pretty good deal...

http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=7&f=93&t=696489

[giono2]

Originally Posted by Wolfgang

Monte 2 and Springfield XDM Makes Wolfie a happy boy.

How do you like the XDM, and what caliber did you get? I'm currently looking at it in 9mm.

[Mark C]

Originally Posted by Trumpet

CMP prices should put a Garand within reach...less than a Marlin 45-70. I'm down here in Brandywine. I'm also "Trumpet" on MDshooters although I spend more time at ARFCOM

I took a look and some of the lower grades are pretty affordable, but the descriptions don't sound all that great. Are they really as bad as CMP makes 'em sound? I'm talking about the rack/field/service grade stock.

[Wolfgang]

Originally Posted by giono2

How do you like the XDM, and what caliber did you get? I'm currently looking at it in 9mm.

It wasnt mine. Bt it was chambered in .45 I believe. The grip was too long to be a comfortable CCW.

[elderboy02]

I want to get a Remington 700 in a .308 chambering. The only thing keeping me from getting one is a lack of good ranges around by me. The place I shoot at is only 25 yards

[TanithT]

What's the legality of putting guns in the WTS/T area here? I have an annoying number of collector's rifles that I really don't need.

[elderboy02]

Originally Posted by TanithT

What's the legality of putting guns in the WTS/T area here? I have an annoying number of collector's rifles that I really don't need.

The mods won't allow it.

See rule 8: http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=65

[replicant_argent]

Originally Posted by TanithT

What's the legality of putting guns in the WTS/T area here? I have an annoying number of collector's rifles that I really don't need.

Not horribly kosher, I would guess, the ToE would probably not like to incur any kind of legal liablility.

[pnoon]

Originally Posted by TanithT

What's the legality of putting guns in the WTS/T area here? I have an annoying number of collector's rifles that I really don't need.

No go. From the sticky aptly named "Rules for wts/wtb/wtt threads"

Originally Posted by poker

We have also had to restrict any trading or selling of firearms or firearm accessories and alcohol items.

[TanithT]

Understood and respected.

[pnoon]

Originally Posted by TanithT

Understood and respected.

Much appreciated.

[elderboy02]

Anyone know of a site that has Speer Gold Dots in stock? I am running low on .38spl +p Gold Dots and the only site I can find that has them in stock is AmmunitionToGo and they are a bit overpriced.

[replicant_argent]

Originally Posted by elderboy02

Anyone know of a site that has Speer Gold Dots in stock? I am running low on .38spl +p Gold Dots and the only site I can find that has them in stock is AmmunitionToGo and they are a bit overpriced.

This might help you out, brother.
http://www.ammoengine.com/find/ammo/.38_Special

[elderboy02]

Originally Posted by replicant_argent

This might help you out, brother.
http://www.ammoengine.com/find/ammo/.38_Special

Thanks for the website. Surprisingly, I have not seen that site before.

[Trumpet]

Originally Posted by Mark C

I took a look and some of the lower grades are pretty affordable, but the descriptions don't sound all that great. Are they really as bad as CMP makes 'em sound? I'm talking about the rack/field/service grade stock.

As a CMP customer, it's pretty safe to say the undergrade their rifles. Yes the stocks can be a little dinged, but in 90+% of the cases it's from storage. BUT when you consider what you see at gunshows ad gunshops (which are usually CMP rifles being marked up a lot) they are a steal. They are a wonderful piece American history, will appreciate in value (Stay AWAY from the new SA INC Garands. SA INC has NOTHING to do with the old Springfield Armory), and are a blast to shoot. They always get attention at the range. FWIW, I believe the CMP also still has M1 carbines and Mossberg M44 .22 Trainers in stock. I am a loyal CMP customer. I just need to get some Garand pics.

[floydpink]

Originally Posted by elderboy02

Anyone know of a site that has Speer Gold Dots in stock? I am running low on .38spl +p Gold Dots and the only site I can find that has them in stock is AmmunitionToGo and they are a bit overpriced.

Ammo to go is the only place I have been able to find the Short Barrel Gold dots as well and unless I am reading it wrong, Replicant's link directs you to them....

[Trumpet]

another good source for ammo prices etc.

http://www.gun-deals.com/ammo.php