Second Firearm Thread... - Page 29

HK3- · 08-08-2018, 03:16 AM

[quote=Ashcan Bill;2157154]You really shouldn't enable me.

This is my 1952 S&W Baby Chief. We share a birth year.

Thats a nice one Bill!

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Originally Posted by SurfnSafari

If your into firearms, and want to spend the weekend in the Disneyland of Gun Shows, may I suggest The Cross Roads of the West - Small Arms Review Show.

This years dates are November 30th. - December 2, 2018. It will be at the Arizona State Fair Grounds - Phoenix AZ.

Honeslty if you come you can not see everything in a day, but you get a wrist band for all three days, the only negative is parking at about $10.00/day.

The display are awesome, machine guns historic military stuff, and about anything you could wish for.

FYI

Yes Crossroads of the West Gun Shows has a web-site, Google will find it for you.

Thanks for the info.

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Originally Posted by Gabe215

Thinking about buying a Springfield 1911 Stainless Mil Spec next week, sold my 1911 years ago and it’s about time to add one and the price is right

I dig 1911's. Sometimes talking about 1911's with the polymer guys is like bringing up politics.

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Originally Posted by SmokeyJoe

Recently located a great BOTL who hasn't been seen in these parts for awhile - @Stitch. Back in the day, he made me a beautiful custom three-finger leather cigar case. As I have expanded my gun collection, I wanted to get one of his quality holsters. What you are seeing is my M&P 9c mated with its absolutely perfect fitting Basic Carry 1 Holster in Mahogany. Thanks, Stitch. Here's hoping we see you around some more. If you want to see other examples of Jeff's outstanding work, I recommend you take a gander at http://mountainhomeleather.com/contact.htm.

SurfnSafari · 07-27-2018, 12:11 PM

If your into firearms, and want to spend the weekend in the Disneyland of Gun Shows, may I suggest The Cross Roads of the West - Small Arms Review Show.

This years dates are November 30th. - December 2, 2018. It will be at the Arizona State Fair Grounds - Phoenix AZ.

Honeslty if you come you can not see everything in a day, but you get a wrist band for all three days, the only negative is parking at about $10.00/day.

The display are awesome, machine guns historic military stuff, and about anything you could wish for.

FYI

Yes Crossroads of the West Gun Shows has a web-site, Google will find it for you.

Gabe215 · 07-27-2018, 09:19 PM

Thinking about buying a Springfield 1911 Stainless Mil Spec next week, sold my 1911 years ago and it’s about time to add one and the price is right

SmokeyJoe · 09-01-2018, 12:01 AM

Just picked up this little cutie! May not be the hottest girl at the dance, but I think she cleans up pretty nice.
Taurus 605 .357 magnum 2 in. snubnose

Brian D. · 09-01-2018, 06:19 AM

Just picked up a Walther PPQ (M1) 9mm yesterday. Low miles used, previous owner had put Trijicon HD sights on it, and there were 4 magazines in the box. It pays to at least consider buying pre-owned, if you know how to look over a gun before plunking down the money.

Probably have to wait until tomorrow to give it a spin. Really a sweet trigger on this thing!

YankeeMan · 09-03-2018, 06:56 AM

Just got my HR218 permit. I picked up a Ruger LSC9. I am really happy with it so far.

Brian D. · 09-03-2018, 01:24 PM

The Walther PPQ works fine, and is pretty accurate thanks to the very good trigger. If I do my part, that is.

Steve · 09-17-2018, 01:34 PM

California Compliant?

HK3- · 09-24-2018, 05:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Steve

California Compliant?

bonjing · 09-24-2018, 04:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Steve

California Compliant?

No

Brian D. · 02-01-2019, 05:56 PM

Picked up a lightly used Walther PPQ this week. The store let me do a five round test fire with their range ammo before purchase. Shot a 3/4" group at 25 feet with the dang thing. I am incapable of doing better than that with ANY handgun. SOLD!

HK3- · 04-05-2019, 06:06 AM

Had a warmer day this past Wednesday so I made it out to the range. Our range looks pretty rough after a long winter of nobody repairing things around there. Looking forward to some good time on the bench.

Anybody got anything new?

bonjing · 04-05-2019, 08:47 PM

California gun owners were allowed to purchase standard/high capacity mags for 1 week

Brian D. · 04-08-2019, 07:57 PM

Glock just announced their new spokesperson: Chuck Norris! A fitting successor to the late R. Lee Ermey.

Can't wait for the next batch of commercials.

Brian D. · 04-18-2019, 09:07 PM

I like shopping in the used gun market. For the last couple years or so, pre-owned .40S&W caliber handguns have dropped to bargain barn prices. Last Saturday in a private sale, picked up a Glock model 22 in really nice shape for $300. Late Gen3 with RTF-2 exterior. A grip frame plug and extended slide release had already been installed.

Couple shops around here have all but stopped stocking new handguns in .40. Hardly anyone wants 'em.

HK3- · 04-21-2019, 06:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Brian D.

I like shopping in the used gun market. For the last couple years or so, pre-owned .40S&W caliber handguns have dropped to bargain barn prices. Last Saturday in a private sale, picked up a Glock model 22 in really nice shape for $300. Late Gen3 with RTF-2 exterior. A grip frame plug and extended slide release had already been installed.

Couple shops around here have all but stopped stocking new handguns in .40. Hardly anyone wants 'em.

Thats a smoking deal on the model 22.

dijit · 04-21-2019, 06:28 AM

Good deal on the model 22 and I find it funny how the prices have changed on .40 cals in the last 2 years. Seems the lip service shooters all wanted them and then found out the extra stopping power comes with a little more recoil. I personally like a metal frame .40 better than polymer, but both are fun for the true hobbyist/shootist.

Brian D. · 04-21-2019, 09:55 AM

I reload, so "tailoring" my practice ammo to recoil a little less isn't a problem. I had divested myself of .40 caliber handguns (except for the Browning Hi Power, all steel) a few years back. Passed up several good deals on used Glocks, S&Ws, etc. in .40 since then. This model 22 was just a "can't get hurt financially" thing. So far it shoots fine, just a little jumpier than its 9mm counterpart. Nature of the beast.

Brian D. · 05-29-2019, 07:12 AM

Well dang did I kill this long running thread, or am I the one keeping it alive? Oh well here's another snort of narcan to keep it going..

Any of you have any of the Canik 9mm handguns? I've waded into the brand in the last few months. Most everything about them seems fine, especially the price point. Only one complaint about them from me: They are set up with very stiff recoil springs. Apparently they are designed to be fed 124 grain "Nato" ammo, which is +P. Or any other +P stuff. The spring will soften up after a few hundred rounds of shooting. But if you use standard pressure ammunition for break in, you'll have some malfunctions (stovepipes) to contend with.

8lug · 05-29-2019, 08:14 AM

I'm new to the firearm thing. Just got my Mass LTC. any recommendations for a first gun?

07-27-2018, 12:11 PM	#2
SurfnSafari Still Watching My Back Join Date: Jul 2018 Posts: 69 Trading: (0)	Re: Second Firearm Thread... If your into firearms, and want to spend the weekend in the Disneyland of Gun Shows, may I suggest The Cross Roads of the West - Small Arms Review Show. This years dates are November 30th. - December 2, 2018. It will be at the Arizona State Fair Grounds - Phoenix AZ. Honeslty if you come you can not see everything in a day, but you get a wrist band for all three days, the only negative is parking at about $10.00/day. The display are awesome, machine guns historic military stuff, and about anything you could wish for. FYI Yes Crossroads of the West Gun Shows has a web-site, Google will find it for you.

07-27-2018, 09:19 PM	#3
Gabe215 Have My Own Room Join Date: Nov 2012 First Name: Gabe Location: Philadelphia Posts: 1,120 Trading: (20)	Re: Second Firearm Thread... Thinking about buying a Springfield 1911 Stainless Mil Spec next week, sold my 1911 years ago and it’s about time to add one and the price is right

09-01-2018, 12:01 AM	#4
SmokeyJoe Chief Wannastogie Lounge Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Joe Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 3,160 Trading: (28)	Re: Second Firearm Thread... Just picked up this little cutie! May not be the hottest girl at the dance, but I think she cleans up pretty nice. Taurus 605 .357 magnum 2 in. snubnose __________________ "I intend to smoke a good cigar to the glory of God..." ~ Charles H. Spurgeon, British Baptist preacher

09-01-2018, 06:19 AM	#5
Brian D. Have My Own Room Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Brian Location: SW Ohio Posts: 1,616 Trading: (1)	Re: Second Firearm Thread... Just picked up a Walther PPQ (M1) 9mm yesterday. Low miles used, previous owner had put Trijicon HD sights on it, and there were 4 magazines in the box. It pays to at least consider buying pre-owned, if you know how to look over a gun before plunking down the money. Probably have to wait until tomorrow to give it a spin. Really a sweet trigger on this thing! __________________ Any gathering that includes Elderboy02 is "NKA"-- --No Ketchup Allowed.

09-03-2018, 06:56 AM	#6
YankeeMan Just moved South Join Date: Nov 2011 First Name: Rick Location: Tarboro, NC Posts: 108 Trading: (0)	Re: Second Firearm Thread... Just got my HR218 permit. I picked up a Ruger LSC9. I am really happy with it so far. __________________ "Growing old is mandatory, growing up is optional!"

09-03-2018, 01:24 PM	#7
Brian D. Have My Own Room Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Brian Location: SW Ohio Posts: 1,616 Trading: (1)	Re: Second Firearm Thread... The Walther PPQ works fine, and is pretty accurate thanks to the very good trigger. If I do my part, that is. __________________ Any gathering that includes Elderboy02 is "NKA"-- --No Ketchup Allowed.

09-17-2018, 01:34 PM	#8
Steve Dad Jokester Supreme Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Steve Location: 17 R 435648 3354895 Posts: 7,715 Trading: (6)	Re: Second Firearm Thread... California Compliant? __________________ ...So don't sit upon the shoreline and say you're satisfied, Choose to chance the rapids and dare to dance that tide

02-01-2019, 05:56 PM	#11
Brian D. Have My Own Room Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Brian Location: SW Ohio Posts: 1,616 Trading: (1)	Re: Second Firearm Thread... Picked up a lightly used Walther PPQ this week. The store let me do a five round test fire with their range ammo before purchase. Shot a 3/4" group at 25 feet with the dang thing. I am incapable of doing better than that with ANY handgun. SOLD! __________________ Any gathering that includes Elderboy02 is "NKA"-- --No Ketchup Allowed.

04-05-2019, 06:06 AM	#12
HK3- Cashmere Jungle Lord Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Boffa Location: The town so nice they named it twice Posts: 5,035 Trading: (48)	Re: Second Firearm Thread... Had a warmer day this past Wednesday so I made it out to the range. Our range looks pretty rough after a long winter of nobody repairing things around there. Looking forward to some good time on the bench. Anybody got anything new?

04-05-2019, 08:47 PM	#13
bonjing ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 4,012 Trading: (39)	Re: Second Firearm Thread... California gun owners were allowed to purchase standard/high capacity mags for 1 week __________________ Be Excellent to Each Other - Bill & Ted

04-08-2019, 07:57 PM	#14
Brian D. Have My Own Room Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Brian Location: SW Ohio Posts: 1,616 Trading: (1)	Re: Second Firearm Thread... Glock just announced their new spokesperson: Chuck Norris! A fitting successor to the late R. Lee Ermey. Can't wait for the next batch of commercials. __________________ Any gathering that includes Elderboy02 is "NKA"-- --No Ketchup Allowed.

04-18-2019, 09:07 PM	#15
Brian D. Have My Own Room Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Brian Location: SW Ohio Posts: 1,616 Trading: (1)	Re: Second Firearm Thread... I like shopping in the used gun market. For the last couple years or so, pre-owned .40S&W caliber handguns have dropped to bargain barn prices. Last Saturday in a private sale, picked up a Glock model 22 in really nice shape for $300. Late Gen3 with RTF-2 exterior. A grip frame plug and extended slide release had already been installed. Couple shops around here have all but stopped stocking new handguns in .40. Hardly anyone wants 'em. __________________ Any gathering that includes Elderboy02 is "NKA"-- --No Ketchup Allowed.

04-21-2019, 06:28 AM	#17
dijit Have My Own Room Join Date: Feb 2012 First Name: Mike Location: Brownsburg, Indiana Posts: 2,186 Trading: (48)	Re: Second Firearm Thread... Good deal on the model 22 and I find it funny how the prices have changed on .40 cals in the last 2 years. Seems the lip service shooters all wanted them and then found out the extra stopping power comes with a little more recoil. I personally like a metal frame .40 better than polymer, but both are fun for the true hobbyist/shootist. __________________ Sporting goods raffle for a great cause. PM me for tickets.

04-21-2019, 09:55 AM	#18
Brian D. Have My Own Room Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Brian Location: SW Ohio Posts: 1,616 Trading: (1)	Re: Second Firearm Thread... I reload, so "tailoring" my practice ammo to recoil a little less isn't a problem. I had divested myself of .40 caliber handguns (except for the Browning Hi Power, all steel) a few years back. Passed up several good deals on used Glocks, S&Ws, etc. in .40 since then. This model 22 was just a "can't get hurt financially" thing. So far it shoots fine, just a little jumpier than its 9mm counterpart. Nature of the beast. __________________ Any gathering that includes Elderboy02 is "NKA"-- --No Ketchup Allowed.

05-29-2019, 07:12 AM	#19
Brian D. Have My Own Room Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Brian Location: SW Ohio Posts: 1,616 Trading: (1)	Re: Second Firearm Thread... Well dang did I kill this long running thread, or am I the one keeping it alive? Oh well here's another snort of narcan to keep it going.. Any of you have any of the Canik 9mm handguns? I've waded into the brand in the last few months. Most everything about them seems fine, especially the price point. Only one complaint about them from me: They are set up with very stiff recoil springs. Apparently they are designed to be fed 124 grain "Nato" ammo, which is +P. Or any other +P stuff. The spring will soften up after a few hundred rounds of shooting. But if you use standard pressure ammunition for break in, you'll have some malfunctions (stovepipes) to contend with. __________________ Any gathering that includes Elderboy02 is "NKA"-- --No Ketchup Allowed.

05-29-2019, 08:14 AM	#20
8lug Smoking with the Chief Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mark Location: Masshole Posts: 798 Trading: (14)	Re: Second Firearm Thread... I'm new to the firearm thing. Just got my Mass LTC. any recommendations for a first gun?