The Gun Owner’s thread

[BabaYaga 15,302]

17 hours ago, 4th and 5 said:

I acquired this last week for free, should be fun to shoot

Pietta SAA 1873 .45LC

Free?  Tell us of this magical place where big-bore SA's fall from the sky!  Seriously, those are fun to shoot.  Now you have to get a 45LC lever-action to keep it company and a good leather holster.

[NotActuallyALonghorn 4,976]

Yeah, I'd take one of those for free. Love a good single action.

[4th and 5 4,915]

new in box Remington 1187 12 ga. synthetic for sale, $500

[Speedtrucker 2,072]

Everything is signed and submitted, waiting on my “check cashed” and my clock will start on a Deadair Sandman K.

This is gonna suck.

[BabaYaga 15,302]

1 hour ago, Speedtrucker said:

Everything is signed and submitted, waiting on my “check cashed” and my clock will start on a Deadair Sandman K.

This is gonna suck.

Just do what Marky Mark did

[SHOOTER12 8,814]

On 8/19/2019 at 10:40 AM, ImissWallyPryor said:

We were in Cody, WY a couple of weeks ago, and we stopped by the Buffalo Bill Center of the West. I checked out the gun collection (Cody Firearms Experience, IIRC) which was impressive.

One of the first exhibits I came to had a Remington Fieldmaster .22 rifle just like my dad’s, which is now mine. I graduated from a Daisy BB gun to this, so it naturally caught my eye. 

A dad about 45 years old was taking his family on a self-guided tour, and he walked up to the display case, pointed to the Fieldmaster and proclaimed, “Now this is a pump action shotgun, probably a 12 gauge.” He proceeded to pump his imaginary gun.

I kept my mouth shut because he was trying.

You've got way more control and class than I do.

Was the guys name Clark Griswold?

[ImissWallyPryor 9,046]

3 hours ago, SHOOTER12 said:

You've got way more control and class than I do.

Was the guys name Clark Griswold?

I felt sorry for the guy the moment he pumped his imaginary shotgun.

Speaking of shotguns, the museum mislabeled their Winchester Model 12. They said it was a 12 ga. manufactured in 1912. Winchester didn’t come out with a 12 ga. Model 12 until 1913. My dad had one (it’s also mine now) with a very low serial number that indicates it was made the first month they came out with the 12 ga. To top it off, it has a vented rib barrel and checkered stock, neither of which were offered until years later. After some research to make sure I know what I’m talking about, I’ll write them a sternly worded letter. 

I know it reads circa 1912, but still....

Edited August 28, 2019 by ImissWallyPryor

[ImissWallyPryor 9,046]

My dad bought that Model 12 from his boss’ widow after he died in the early 1950s. He paid $25 for it, and that included  5-6 boxes of duck and pheasant load. Ammo was fairly expensive back then compared to now, so it’s almost like he bought the boxes of shells and got the gun for free. He shared his philosophy of not taking advantage of people one time, and like a smart ass I quipped, “Like old widows who don’t know what their dead husband’s gun is worth?”

[BabaYaga 15,302]

8 hours ago, ImissWallyPryor said:

I felt sorry for the guy the moment he pumped his imaginary shotgun.

Speaking of shotguns, the museum mislabeled their Winchester Model 12. They said it was a 12 ga. manufactured in 1912. Winchester didn’t come out with a 12 ga. Model 12 until 1913. My dad had one (it’s also mine now) with a very low serial number that indicates it was made the first month they came out with the 12 ga. To top it off, it has a vented rib barrel and checkered stock, neither of which were offered until years later. After some research to make sure I know what I’m talking about, I’ll write them a sternly worded letter. 

I know it reads circa 1912, but still....

Had one also.  Old Model 12 with a poly-choke.  What made it even more interesting was that it was a 16 gauge.  My cousin has it now.  I still pay my respects when I'm at their house.  At least it's behind glass and in a venerated position, not completely retired as snakes and old barn cats always need tending to.  

[Reagan1k 3,024]

Model 12 16ga may be the finest dove and teal gun ever made.  

[4th and 5 4,915]

Sweet Sixteen, but reasonable minds can differ

[BabaYaga 15,302]

36 minutes ago, Reagan1k said:

Model 12 16ga may be the finest dove and teal gun ever made.  

We also had an 1100 in 16.  Got traded away years back.  Then a "hump" 20 gauge (Browning A5) that my dad still has.  

[Lat22 4,015]

On 8/27/2019 at 2:02 PM, Speedtrucker said:

Everything is signed and submitted, waiting on my “check cashed” and my clock will start on a Deadair Sandman K.

This is gonna suck.

You'll get it about the same time you decide to retire your "National Champions" cap.

[ImissWallyPryor 9,046]

Team Model 12 here. I have a 12 ga. Remington 870 I bought in 1986. It’s a good pump shotgun with a real nice burled  wood stock, but I still like the 12. 

My dad found the stock on his Model  12 to be a bit too straight for his liking, so he took a couple of degrees off the angle. You would never know by looking at it, but it shoulders really nicely, especially if you don’t have a short neck. I’m no Scott Derry, but if the shotgun is too straight and I don’t shoulder it properly, I find myself looking down on the barrel just enough to miss high. That never happens with that Model 12. 

[PilotsError 2,312]

Fuck.

[deft 6,859]

That sucks

[Armybrat 40,856]

So the developer won?

[GottaB 594]

Some judge just got paid

[williemackgarza 1,826]

Sad.

[williemackgarza 1,826]

Too many people moving to wilco.
Theyre almost finished turning the county liberal as well/ sorry full cr

[Lat22 4,015]

I’ll allow it. 

[Fondren & Main 6,726]

3 hours ago, Lat22 said:

I’ll allow it. 

I’ll co-sign.

[Izhmash 563]

Damn sad news. Loved their long range setup.  Didn’t  take advantage of it like I should have and now it is gone.  I has sads.

 

[Lat22 4,015]

So Walmart thinks that short-barreled rifles use a specific type of ammo?

[NotActuallyALonghorn 4,976]

Don't forget high capacity clips. And there's pretty much a handgun for every traditionally rifle cartridge out there and vice versa. 

[crimsonlonghorn 2,306]

All this Walmart news reminded me today to do my monthly bulk ammo purchase of 9mm, 45 ACP, 5.56, .308. and .22LR. First Dick's, now Walmart. Someday it's either going to be harder to get or a lot more expensive. Gotta hoard it now. 

 

(Also bought more skeet ammo but that's because I shoot that regularly and use it up.)

Edited September 5, 2019 by crimsonlonghorn

[cabowabo 4,492]

Wait until Fedex and/or UPS says they will no longer ship ammo and/or firearms.  

[markstanco 12,586]

Don't forget high capacity clips. And there's pretty much a handgun for every traditionally rifle cartridge out there and vice versa. 

High capacity what?

Something for an ak49 like a banana clip?

[Fuck Tim Beck 3,834]

1 hour ago, crimsonlonghorn said:

(Also bought more skeet ammo but that's because I shoot that regularly and use it up.)

I used up all my skeet ammo at your mom's house last night. 

[crimsonlonghorn 2,306]

6 hours ago, Fuck Tim Beck said:

I used up all my skeet ammo at your mom's house last night. 

If that's your thing, I'm not going to get in the way. Good luck. I'm sure my mom appreciates it. 

[crimsonlonghorn 2,306]

7 hours ago, cabowabo said:

Wait until Fedex and/or UPS says they will no longer ship ammo and/or firearms.  

No shit. That's exactly the kind of thing that's coming. Buy it now. 

[fattyflattie 4,639]

I need to get on that some, tbh. I’m not really a forward planner in that regard.  But it would be foolish to think it’s not going to get more difficult at some point. That said, not sure I’ve ever bought ammo at Walmart.  

[BabaYaga 15,302]

Academy and BassPro/Cabelas is always my go-to along with all the smaller stores in little towns.  I have a couple thousand.  Not "too" crazy, but I need more (especially .22).  

This whole thing is nonsense.  WalMart not selling ammo is to gun violence what not selling forks/spoons is to thwarting diabetes.  Monumental, virtue-signally nonsense.  

[PilotsError 2,312]

10 hours ago, cabowabo said:

Wait until Fedex and/or UPS says they will no longer ship ammo and/or firearms.  

 

Was coming here to post this.  Just a few more shootings, especially a school, and what you have on hand is what you have.

[crimsonlonghorn 2,306]

36 minutes ago, BabaYaga said:

Academy and BassPro/Cabelas is always my go-to along with all the smaller stores in little towns.  I have a couple thousand.  Not "too" crazy, but I need more (especially .22).  

This whole thing is nonsense.  WalMart not selling ammo is to gun violence what not selling forks/spoons is to thwarting diabetes.  Monumental, virtue-signally nonsense.  

In my dad's little town Walmart is basically all there is. There will obviously be an opportunity for the local hardware and ag stores to fill a niche, but it won't be the same thing and it will certainly be more expensive simply due to Walmart's economy of scale. Those of us who live in big cities don't understand just how big a deal this decision is. 

I have also seen some of my more liberal friends on FB advocate for freaking background checks to buy ammo and "limits" however that is defined. What about the serious clay shooters who shoot 1-2 flats in a week? What about guys who go to the range regularly?

This is why we hoard now. 

 

Edited September 5, 2019 by crimsonlonghorn

[BabaYaga 15,302]

8 minutes ago, crimsonlonghorn said:

I have also seen some of my more liberal friends on FB advocate for freaking background checks to buy ammo and "limits" however that is defined.

Tell them fine, now do this for voting...

[fattyflattie 4,639]

Not a great time to have a bunch of Wbys FML. 

[davidg 4,038]

15 minutes ago, fattyflattie said:

Not a great time to have a bunch of Wbys FML. 

Just stack those reloading components deep.  Roll up what you need, when you need it.

[crimsonlonghorn 2,306]

26 minutes ago, davidg said:

Just stack those reloading components deep.  Roll up what you need, when you need it.

I have about 10,000 AA shotgun hulls of various sizes in five gallon buckets in my barn. Have been debating whether to seriously get into reloading or to just sell/give them all away to someone at the gun club.

Guess I am still pondering that decision now. LOL 

[Jkwellborn 6,713]

Tell them fine, now do this for voting...

And free speech.

[crimsonlonghorn 2,306]

Got all of my ammo shipments in post-Walmart so here is a pic of my current stash ("arsenal" for Beto fans). I think the shelves are pretty much maxed out (the top one is even bowing out a little) so I'll need to buy more shelves before I get any more ammo. The ammo can magnets are really nice for staying organized.

I go through 1-2 flats a week of various skeet loads to feed my gun club habit, especially 20 gauge, so that's one I will continue to replenish as needed. 

I think the next step is going to be to eventually transfer all the cartons into ammo cans with dessicant packets. 

[BabaYaga 15,302]

1 hour ago, crimsonlonghorn said:

Got all of my ammo shipments in post-Walmart so here is a pic of my current stash ("arsenal" for Beto fans). I think the shelves are pretty much maxed out (the top one is even bowing out a little) so I'll need to buy more shelves before I get any more ammo. The ammo can magnets are really nice for staying organized.

I go through 1-2 flats a week of various skeet loads to feed my gun club habit, especially 20 gauge, so that's one I will continue to replenish as needed. 

I think the next step is going to be to eventually transfer all the cartons into ammo cans with dessicant packets. 

[4th and 5 4,915]

I did some research on G43 vs. P365 and chose the Sig a few months ago

Last week I got lucky and got a G43 for free. 

We will see how it stacks up vs. the Sig, which I really like.

I have a feeling the G43 will be more accurate in my hands. But the Sig is smaller and has a higher capacity.

[cabowabo 4,492]

Picked up a Sig P365 XL a month or so ago. Really like having the 5 extry rounds over my P938. Now waiting for the Romeo 0 to drop so I can slap an optic on this bitch.

[Gladeite 375]

I have the Shield RMSc on my 365.   Really helps with accuracy.   Not very quick on dot pick up though.  I "hear" the xl has a different grip angle?  

At 15 yards my RMR'd Gen 5 19 is much more accurate.  

[Armybrat 40,856]

Crimson, that’s a decent start.

Am getting some Magguts springs for my Kahr CW9 seven round mags, so they’ll hold 8. Lot cheaper than laying out another $500 for the neat Sig to get 2 more rounds.

might still get the P365 anyway.

Edited September 19, 2019 by Armybrat

[Pato del Muerto 52,535]

A post elsewhere by @Armybrat got me thinking...does a LTC permit you to carry multiple weapons concurrently?  Are there limits?

[NotActuallyALonghorn 4,976]

No limitations.

[deft 6,859]

Armybrat (when he was about 80 years younger)

[Speedtrucker 2,072]

So you’re telling me it was one guy with 6 guns?!? And he was a fuckin senior citizen?!?