YAGT: OMG I love guns

[coxmaster]

Yeah, I ordered the UTG quick release mount. It's pretty ugly with the extra side rail and it's UTG but the reviews were VERY positive so I figured I would give it a try. I ended up going with the somewhat unknown 6-24x as it also received good reviews and those reviewing actually sounded like they knew what they were doing.

I'll get the whole setup by next week, then I can go ahead and start sighting it in and see how well it works. Worst case I can return and get something else.

I used to have a UTG side rail with a cheap-o red dot.. Worked great, was accurate enough, and killed multiple pigs with it.

I just recently upgraded to a POSP style scope. Clearest $100 scope I've ever seen

 

[boomhower]

What's the minimum acreage for that kind of capability? 30acre? 100 acre? Beyond 2 acre, I have no concept of size and I know 2 is way way to small for backyard shooting... How do you go about finding large plots of land amenable to shooting outdoors? I'd have no idea where to start!

Actually two acres can be fine with the correct layout assuming you will not be violating any local laws or ordinances. If the land has a natural back stop of a large hill and your not going for long distance shooting two acres can be plenty.

 

[Spike]

I used to have a UTG side rail with a cheap-o red dot.. Worked great, was accurate enough, and killed multiple pigs with it.

I just recently upgraded to a POSP style scope. Clearest $100 scope I've ever seen

Not bad looking, probably the way I need to go. I'm looking forward to seeing how good this 6-24x is and how it looks on the AK. Likely after this trip I'll move that scope to the .17hmr or the .308 I plan to get and go for something like this POSP.

My hornady SST loads arrive today, next week it will be sighting in time. Guess I'll see just how accurate this WASR really is...

 

[HumblePie]

So tomorrow I have my class to officially get my CHL Trying to decide what gun to take. but ugh a 10 hour class Going to need a bunch of caffeine for that ready to go.

 

[exdeath]

Just picked up a newer model PF9 for $220
Be nice to always have something when I'm lazy and dont feel like carrying my full size USP.

 

[Spike]

Just picked up a newer model PF9 for $220
Be nice to always have something when I'm lazy and dont feel like carrying my full size USP.

Let me know what you think of that. I like my LCP but I've been wanting something in 9mm for pocket carry (I carry the XD 45 compact when I want something bigger) and the PF9 looks like it might be the ticket.

 

[marvdmartian]

As of 6:25AM (Central), Cabela's website is showing 50-round boxes of Fiocchi handgun ammo (FMJ) in stock. Don't expect it to last long!

http://www.cabelas.com/catalog/sear...K-217012&rid=11&WT.mc_id=cj358129&WT.tsrc=AFF

9mm (115gr) going for $14.99/box, .380 (95gr) going for $18.99/box, and .45ACP (230gr) going for $22.99/box.

The only reason I'm not ordering right now is because I'm sitting comfortably enough on what I want, that I don't want to pay Cabela's shipping, plus sales tax (adding ~$26 to an order of 5 boxes of .45 ammo, for me). But thought I'd post it here, in case someone else needs it.

 

[JackBurton]

As of 6:25AM (Central), Cabela's website is showing 50-round boxes of Fiocchi handgun ammo (FMJ) in stock. Don't expect it to last long!

http://www.cabelas.com/catalog/sear...K-217012&rid=11&WT.mc_id=cj358129&WT.tsrc=AFF

9mm (115gr) going for $14.99/box, .380 (95gr) going for $18.99/box, and .45ACP (230gr) going for $22.99/box.

The only reason I'm not ordering right now is because I'm sitting comfortably enough on what I want, that I don't want to pay Cabela's shipping, plus sales tax (adding ~$26 to an order of 5 boxes of .45 ammo, for me). But thought I'd post it here, in case someone else needs it.

Thanks man! This is some great ammo too (Fiocchi). I missed out on the 9mm ammo, but I was able to snag 5 boxes of .45.

 

[Merad]

What's the minimum acreage for that kind of capability? 30acre? 100 acre? Beyond 2 acre, I have no concept of size and I know 2 is way way to small for backyard shooting... How do you go about finding large plots of land amenable to shooting outdoors? I'd have no idea where to start!

Well there are really 2 factors at play:

The first is of course having an area that's safe to shoot. Ideally you can find a place like Hickok's where you're shooting into the side of a hill, and with mother nature as you backstop could potentially set up a small range on as little as 3-5 acres. If all that's available though is basically flat land, you're going to have deal with the costs of building your own backstops, and IMO you'd probably want to own land for at least a mile past the end of your range (remember, even the lowly .22LR can fly for more than a mile if fired in the air at a high angle). While you might technically get away with owning less as long as the land beyond the range was unoccupied, if/when that land changed hands and someone decided to throw up buildings your range would become unsafe.

The more problematic factor is neighbors. Even if you're in a gun friendly area most people don't want gun going off right by their house, so ideally I think you'd want a buffer of at least a few hundred yards on the sides and rear of the range. Also if you live anywhere near a large-ish city you may want to consider the possibility that the city's suburbs may expand to swallow you, and get even more land for a larger buffer.

 

[IGemini]

Been on the hunt for flat mag plates for my SIG, the one site that carries them (RoCo Firearm Tech) finally got them back in stock this week. Grabbed a couple for myself:

Grip length went from too generous to just right, even has a slight forward curve. That ~1/4" size difference also feels much better when carrying IWB.

 

[shortylickens]

P290 is slimmer and lighter. And now is a good carry piece that I have an IWB.

 

[Absolution75]

I've got a quick question about reloaded ammo:

I just recently went to the local gunshow and bought a bunch of reloaded .223 from a guy at a booth.

From what I've heard, it is not recommended to buy reloaded ammo from people you don't know (it was a decent price so it was hard to resist). Is there anything I should look out for when using the stuff as far as safety goes? Apparently incorrectly reloaded ammunition can cause damage to the gun and the user so I just want to be sure. The rounds look pretty good - some have a bunch of bumps on the cases but I don't think that's that big of a deal.

 

[adairusmc]

I've got a quick question about reloaded ammo:

I just recently went to the local gunshow and bought a bunch of reloaded .223 from a guy at a booth.

From what I've heard, it is not recommended to buy reloaded ammo from people you don't know (it was a decent price so it was hard to resist). Is there anything I should look out for when using the stuff as far as safety goes? Apparently incorrectly reloaded ammunition can cause damage to the gun and the user so I just want to be sure. The rounds look pretty good - some have a bunch of bumps on the cases but I don't think that's that big of a deal.

There is not going to be much you are going to be able to tell from the outside of the case, just by looking at it as long as they look okay.

The biggest concern is the powder charge, and what kind of power. That you are not going to be able to tell really.

Is there any load data that came with it? If not, I would try a couple and see how they worked. If they felt too hot or light compared to factory ammo, you could always trade them to a reloader that will pull the bullets and re-use most of the components.

 

[Absolution75]

There is not going to be much you are going to be able to tell from the outside of the case, just by looking at it as long as they look okay.

The biggest concern is the powder charge, and what kind of power. That you are not going to be able to tell really.

Is there any load data that came with it? If not, I would try a couple and see how they worked. If they felt too hot or light compared to factory ammo, you could always trade them to a reloader that will pull the bullets and re-use most of the components.

Thanks for the reply.

Would the fact that my ar-15 is chambered for 5x56 help any? If they are chambered for 5x56 they can handle higher pressures correct? The reloaded brass is .223.

I didn't get any more info beyond the fact that they are 55 grain bullets.

 

[adairusmc]

Thanks for the reply.

Would the fact that my ar-15 is chambered for 5x56 help any? If they are chambered for 5x56 they can handle higher pressures correct? The reloaded brass is .223.

I didn't get any more info beyond the fact that they are 55 grain bullets.

It may help a tad, but depending on the powder and charged used, it still could be too much.

I would shoot a few of them, and inspect the brass for any problems. If you have trouble extracting the brass - watch out. Also you might notice more recoil if the loads are hotter than they should be.

 

[Absolution75]

Thanks for your help!

 

[marvdmartian]

If you have access to a decent digital scale, you could also weigh the ammo, to make certain you don't have any double powder loads. I'd worry more about that than an under-powdered bullet (at least that, you'd feel when you shot it, and hopefully think, "Hey, that wasn't right!", BEFORE pulling the trigger again!).

Weigh them in batches of 10. So long as each batch you weigh is coming in at the same weight, you should be okay. If one comes out heavy, check each individual bullet. If you have a double powder load, you should be able to find it that way.

Fingers crossed, your reloader was paying attention the day he did your reloads. :hmm:

 

[pontifex]

visited my uncle today and came home with:
7 lbs of Bullseye powder
8 pounds of Winchester 748 powder
8 lbs of Winchester 760 powder
200 9mm bullets
200 .45 bullets
200 .30 cal bullets
500 lead .45 long colt bullets
5000 small rifle primers
2000 large pistol primers
1000 large rifle primers
10 or 11 plastic ammo boxes
1 box of .357 mag ammo

I actually wanted more stuff but already spent way too much.

 

[HumblePie]

Passed my chl course. Now it's time to fill out the paperwork and then wait for it to come in.

 

[shortylickens]

Passed my chl course. Now it's time to fill out the paperwork and then wait for it to come in.

In Virginia a DD-214 gets you an automatic permit.

 

[velillen]

Passed my chl course. Now it's time to fill out the paperwork and then wait for it to come in.

aweosme! Though for as much as you shoot I kind of figured you'd pass no problems!

If you have access to a decent digital scale, you could also weigh the ammo, to make certain you don't have any double powder loads. I'd worry more about that than an under-powdered bullet (at least that, you'd feel when you shot it, and hopefully think, "Hey, that wasn't right!", BEFORE pulling the trigger again!).

Weigh them in batches of 10. So long as each batch you weigh is coming in at the same weight, you should be okay. If one comes out heavy, check each individual bullet. If you have a double powder load, you should be able to find it that way.

Fingers crossed, your reloader was paying attention the day he did your reloads. :hmm:

I guarantee you if he picked groups of 10, none of the groups would weight the same. Bullets can weigh different amounts (usually within +/- 1 grain), cases can vary widely based on number of factors (number of times trimmed, different brands cases, even same lot brass can weigh a couple grains difference).

Even if you weighed individually if one was a full grain different it could be a just the bullet or case or it could be an extra grain of powder, which if loaded at max to begin with could be an issue.


But as mentioned i'd shoot some and keep an eye on the brass. Look for signs of over pressure and just see how it shoots!

 

[irishScott]

visited my uncle today and came home with:
7 lbs of Bullseye powder
8 pounds of Winchester 748 powder
8 lbs of Winchester 760 powder
200 9mm bullets
200 .45 bullets
200 .30 cal bullets
500 lead .45 long colt bullets
5000 small rifle primers
2000 large pistol primers
1000 large rifle primers
10 or 11 plastic ammo boxes
1 box of .357 mag ammo

I actually wanted more stuff but already spent way too much.

If you're willing to wait, you could likely sell most of that for a profit given current prices/availability.

 

[pontifex]

If you're willing to wait, you could likely sell most of that for a profit given current prices/availability.

i bought it for my own personal use

 

[adairusmc]

That 748 is gold for 308 loads, and the 760 is a great powder as well. You might try and see if you can trade some of the bullseye down the road for some titegroup, win231, or maybe some power pistol. Bullseye is a legendary powder, but it is an extremely dirty powder compared to some of the offerings these days.

 

[boomhower]

I've got a quick question about reloaded ammo:

I just recently went to the local gunshow and bought a bunch of reloaded .223 from a guy at a booth.

From what I've heard, it is not recommended to buy reloaded ammo from people you don't know (it was a decent price so it was hard to resist). Is there anything I should look out for when using the stuff as far as safety goes? Apparently incorrectly reloaded ammunition can cause damage to the gun and the user so I just want to be sure. The rounds look pretty good - some have a bunch of bumps on the cases but I don't think that's that big of a deal.

Thanks for the reply.

Would th scenerio e fact that my ar-15 is chambered for 5x56 help any? If they are chambered for 5x56 they can handle higher pressures correct? The reloaded brass is .223.

I didn't get any more info beyond the fact that they are 55 grain bullets.

Your right, don't buy reloads from Joe Plumber are a gun show. Best case is they work and you saved a few bucks. Worst case scenario he double charged a round and you blow your $1k+ rifle and suffer some have wounds. Yes, a 5.56 rifle can handle higher pressure but the big risk with reloads is they put power in twice and that's going to go boom. Search Glock kaboom or AR kaboom and look at the results. There are several companies(Georgia Arms among others) that produce reliable reloads if you must buy them. Personally I wouldn't shoot them.