The Official 2nd Amendment Appreciation Thread

[Coug]

Finally, after 4 years I'm seeing competitive .22 ammo prices again. WTF?!

 

[jhen713]

Bought my first handguns the other day. Have only delt with rifles and shotguns up to this point.


Ruger LCP ll for pocket carry. Waiting on more reivews on the trigger (and myself getting more comfortable with it) before I carry without the trigger protected by the pocket holster.

sccy XP-2 9mm(got a deal for only $180.00) just to have as a backup once I get the 9mm I want.

Going to look at 3 glocks later this week. the 19, 26, and 43. I want something that my wife will feel comfortable using at the range and want to go back. She's a little on edge around guns. She said she cant believe I MADE her get her carry permit.

 

[hndog609]

Ruger LCP ll for pocket carry. Waiting on more reivews on the trigger (and myself getting more comfortable with it) before I carry without the trigger protected by the pocket holster.

Why would you carry without a holster?

 

[jhen713]

I'm not saying I ever will. I do know several people that stick the 1st LCP down in their watch pocket and the barrel/trigger is not exposed. They have for years and not had any issues. Very easy to access because the grip is right there above their pocket. I'm not comfortable doing that right now and not saying I ever will.

You can give yourself a headache watching all the youtube videos debating pocket carry dos and don'ts...

 

[Grand Vol]

Going to look at 3 glocks later this week. the 19, 26, and 43.

Check into the H&K VP9. Better trigger than the Glock and way better options for grip configuration. Around the same price.

The only "goofy" thing about it is the mag release. But once you get past that, it's smooth sailing.

 

[hndog609]

I'm not saying I ever will. I do know several people that stick the 1st LCP down in their watch pocket and the barrel/trigger is not exposed. They have for years and not had any issues. Very easy to access because the grip is right there above their pocket. I'm not comfortable doing that right now and not saying I ever will.

You can give yourself a headache watching all the youtube videos debating pocket carry dos and don'ts...

I try to avoid youtube and much of any type of "debate". Even beyond the safety issues commonly argued I like having a measure of protection for the weapon regarding pocket gremlins like lint. You'd be amazed how much crap is running around in there. Even with a holster it's a very good idea to do an inspection/cleaning pretty regularly.

 

[GreyWolf1129]

Do any of you own in-ear electronic hearing protection? If so, any recommendations?

I want something in-ear so I can easily use it when shooting shotguns as muffs tend to get in the way and also aren’t practical when hunting. And they would be used more frequently at indoor pistol ranges.

What I’ve seen so far can get quite expensive, but I’m willing to splurge if it's for good ones that will last me, as I have now begun shooting a lot

Sorry no one has answered you. I didn't, simply because I have no info. I use OTE's (30 db) on range, and sometimes foam plugs inside them.

I've heard, and read, about the noise-cancelling plugs and OTE's, but don't know anything useful about them.

 

[81Bubbavol]

Going to look at 3 glocks later this week. the 19, 26, and 43. I want something that my wife will feel comfortable using at the range and want to go back. She's a little on edge around guns. She said she cant believe I MADE her get her carry permit.

I have a 26 and love it. You really need to have your wife shoot it before you choose. I bought two guns (Bodyguard & 38 snub) before I realized that you don't buy a gun for someone without letting them shoot it.

The 19 will have the least recoil but is the largest and hardest to carry or conceal. The 43 is the smallest and the 26 is a good compromise. I have a 10 and 15 round mag for mine. The 10 to carry and the 15 when it goes into the gunsafe.

One other note. I would love to have a 43 for my wife, but she wants to carry it in her purse, and a Glock just isn't made for that. Thus I'll end up with a P238 soon for her.

Enjoy the hunt.

 

[vader]

I finally have a good reason to contribute to this thread. I just bought the home defense weapon I have been wanting for a while

Remington 870 “tactical”

Those pics suck

 

[vader]

Next up for me

 

[BennesseeVols]

I have a 26 and love it. You really need to have your wife shoot it before you choose. I bought two guns (Bodyguard & 38 snub) before I realized that you don't buy a gun for someone without letting them shoot it.

The 19 will have the least recoil but is the largest and hardest to carry or conceal. The 43 is the smallest and the 26 is a good compromise. I have a 10 and 15 round mag for mine. The 10 to carry and the 15 when it goes into the gunsafe.

One other note. I would love to have a 43 for my wife, but she wants to carry it in her purse, and a Glock just isn't made for that. Thus I'll end up with a P238 soon for her.

Enjoy the hunt.

Take a look at the p938 it shoots like a much bigger gun. I bought one about a year ago and it's been my carry gun ever since

 

[BigOrangeD]

I love AKs. My Commie guns.:

Norinco Min Shan 56S Blue Bolt Early Sile Import - Factory 66

PolyTech AKS 762 Spiker - Factory 386

SAM 7 SF (Plum)

SAM 7R (With Ironwood Furniture)

SLR 104 FR AK74

WBP Polish

DAKM 4150 Polish

VEPR FM-11 Sidefolder

RAK SAIGA

VEPR Hunter

C39v2 (Crumbles Like an Oreo Cookie Gun)

 

[BigOrangeD]

I have a 26 and love it. You really need to have your wife shoot it before you choose. I bought two guns (Bodyguard & 38 snub) before I realized that you don't buy a gun for someone without letting them shoot it.

The 19 will have the least recoil but is the largest and hardest to carry or conceal. The 43 is the smallest and the 26 is a good compromise. I have a 10 and 15 round mag for mine. The 10 to carry and the 15 when it goes into the gunsafe.

One other note. I would love to have a 43 for my wife, but she wants to carry it in her purse, and a Glock just isn't made for that. Thus I'll end up with a P238 soon for her.

Enjoy the hunt.

I have several pistols. Shot many. I still go back to Glock for the reliability and simplicity of the design. The G26 and 19 are my favorites.

The P938 is a sweet shooter and great option for the wifey. A little more fire power and easy shooter in 9mm. Really nice trigger. I would go 9mm over 380 all day long.

 

[LouderVol]

I love AKs. My Commie guns.:

Norinco Min Shan 56S Blue Bolt Early Sile Import - Factory 66

PolyTech AKS 762 Spiker - Factory 386

SAM 7 SF (Plum)

SAM 7R (With Ironwood Furniture)

SLR 104 FR AK74

WBP Polish

DAKM 4150 Polish

VEPR FM-11 Sidefolder

RAK SAIGA

VEPR Hunter

C39v2 (Crumbles Like an Oreo Cookie Gun)

this makes me want to go home and hug my FAL. not for protection but just because that is too much commie for me to process.

 

[hndog609]

I love AKs. My Commie guns.:

Norinco Min Shan 56S Blue Bolt Early Sile Import - Factory 66

PolyTech AKS 762 Spiker - Factory 386

SAM 7 SF (Plum)

SAM 7R (With Ironwood Furniture)

SLR 104 FR AK74

WBP Polish

DAKM 4150 Polish

VEPR FM-11 Sidefolder

RAK SAIGA

VEPR Hunter

C39v2 (Crumbles Like an Oreo Cookie Gun)

WOLVERINES! :machgun:

 

[jhen713]

I have a 26 and love it. You really need to have your wife shoot it before you choose. I bought two guns (Bodyguard & 38 snub) before I realized that you don't buy a gun for someone without letting them shoot it.

The 19 will have the least recoil but is the largest and hardest to carry or conceal. The 43 is the smallest and the 26 is a good compromise. I have a 10 and 15 round mag for mine. The 10 to carry and the 15 when it goes into the gunsafe.

One other note. I would love to have a 43 for my wife, but she wants to carry it in her purse, and a Glock just isn't made for that. Thus I'll end up with a P238 soon for her.

Enjoy the hunt.

My neighbor has the 26 but its a .40. It's feels better in my hand than his 19. Haven't held the 43 yet. I've seen the aftermarket mag extender plates for the 43 that allow for 7 and 8 so it may be an option. It won't be for her to carry. this will basically be a range/defense gun, at least to start with.

 

[chatsworth_vol]

Maybe y'all can give me some advice / guidance. I currently own 2 handguns a Glock 21 & Ruger Redhawk 7.5". I've finally went and renewed my ccp and am starting to carry both for personnel and as part of a security detail. I've found that the 21 is just too big for a ccw. It's huge, heavy, and just not very concealable. Obviously the Ruger isn't an option, so I'm in the market for be ccw. Unfortunately I'm on a budget of $350. I love my 21 and would like to get a 36 but that goes well above my budget. I've found a couple options that I like but am looking for input on either or other options that y'all might know of.

1st is a Taurus 605 .357 mag. Msrp is about 350-375 but a local shop has them about $280.
Tactical Guns & Ammo | Taurus 605 Standard 357 Remington Magnum 2" 5rd Poly Grip Stainless

2nd is a Kahr cw45 it's roughly the size of a G36, but I can get it right at my budget cap.

Tactical Guns & Ammo | Kahr CW45 45ACP/3.5" Barrel, 6 Round, Burnt Bronze

Any input is appreciated.

 

[DEFENDTHISHOUSE]

Maybe y'all can give me some advice / guidance. I currently own 2 handguns a Glock 21 & Ruger Redhawk 7.5". I've finally went and renewed my ccp and am starting to carry both for personnel and as part of a security detail. I've found that the 21 is just too big for a ccw. It's huge, heavy, and just not very concealable. Obviously the Ruger isn't an option, so I'm in the market for be ccw. Unfortunately I'm on a budget of $350. I love my 21 and would like to get a 36 but that goes well above my budget. I've found a couple options that I like but am looking for input on either or other options that y'all might know of.

1st is a Taurus 605 .357 mag. Msrp is about 350-375 but a local shop has them about $280.
Tactical Guns & Ammo | Taurus 605 Standard 357 Remington Magnum 2" 5rd Poly Grip Stainless

2nd is a Kahr cw45 it's roughly the size of a G36, but I can get it right at my budget cap.

Tactical Guns & Ammo | Kahr CW45 45ACP/3.5" Barrel, 6 Round, Burnt Bronze

Any input is appreciated.

Have a look at the Smith and Wesson M&P Shield in .45acp. Usually goes for around $350.

 

[Grand Vol]

I'll be the wuss and recommend trying that mini 45 before buying. Anything in that size that starts with a .4 is going to be a handful.

 

[chatsworth_vol]

Thanks guys, I'd looked into the m&p but I can't find it anywhere locally for less that $450.

I've gotten to try a smaller .45 but not as small as what I'm looking at. It wasn't too bad, more than the 21 obviously, but not too bad. One of the shops here has a indoor range and some rental guns cheap, and I got to try out a Glock 30 they had. I just gotta say being on a budget sucks.

 

[DEFENDTHISHOUSE]

Thanks guys, I'd looked into the m&p but I can't find it anywhere locally for less that $450.

I've gotten to try a smaller .45 but not as small as what I'm looking at. It wasn't too bad, more than the 21 obviously, but not too bad. One of the shops here has a indoor range and some rental guns cheap, and I got to try out a Glock 30 they had. I just gotta say being on a budget sucks.

Try buying online, it’s simple. This shop offers free shipping.
https://www.gunbroker.com/item/743689601

 

[BigOrangeD]

Have a look at the Smith and Wesson M&P Shield in .45acp. Usually goes for around $350.

The M&P's are a nice and affordable option. The 2.0's are even better. I'd go 9mm myself only due to more rounds and a bit smaller. Ballistics on 9mm newer ammo is very good. I like the Federal HST 124 +P Brass JHP. Great round for defense. Good penetration and expandability. With that said, nothing like a good ol' 45.

 

[BigOrangeD]

I'll be the wuss and recommend trying that mini 45 before buying. Anything in that size that starts with a .4 is going to be a handful.

Agree.

 

[BigOrangeD]

Thanks guys, I'd looked into the m&p but I can't find it anywhere locally for less that $450.

I've gotten to try a smaller .45 but not as small as what I'm looking at. It wasn't too bad, more than the 21 obviously, but not too bad. One of the shops here has a indoor range and some rental guns cheap, and I got to try out a Glock 30 they had. I just gotta say being on a budget sucks.

I bet you could find a used one for $350.00.

 

[BigOrangeD]

Thanks guys, I'd looked into the m&p but I can't find it anywhere locally for less that $450.

I've gotten to try a smaller .45 but not as small as what I'm looking at. It wasn't too bad, more than the 21 obviously, but not too bad. One of the shops here has a indoor range and some rental guns cheap, and I got to try out a Glock 30 they had. I just gotta say being on a budget sucks.

These are brand new from GrabAGun. Good online dealer and low shipping rates.
Both are great pistols.

Smith and Wesson M&P9c Compact Black 9mm 3.5-inch 12Rd $339.00
Smith and Wesson M&P9c Compact Black 9mm 3.5-inch 12Rd


Springfield Mod.2 Service Black / Flat Dark Earth .45 ACP 4-inch 13Rds $369.00
Springfield Mod.2 Service Black / Flat Dark Earth .45 ACP 4-inch 13Rds