YAGT: OMG I love guns

[clamum]

Dude that Scorpion Micro is fricking boss.

 

[Spoooon]

Dude that Scorpion Micro is fricking boss.

Thanks, man, it's so much fun to shoot. Done with the upgrades aside from probably removing the BUIS, maybe replacing with AR BUIS. You can see them, but you really have to tuck your head down low.

 

[Skel]

Piked up a P365 XL today. Here's the picture that I took in the parking lot as I had to tell people I knew I got it right away. It even has the factory smug on it still.




I had been thinking a lot about replacing my Nano with a P365 for the past few weeks. The gun just never gelled with me, no matter how many rounds I put through it. As the P365 has rave reviews on it's triggers and is a double stack I pretty much decided when I would replace it, I'd go with the P365. I went down to the shop I haunt to look at the P365s and they had the XL in stock for the same price. After fiddling with it for a bit I liked the extra bits, and as it wasn't a higher charge (probably a mistake) for the XL I figured why not? I wasn't able to fire it today, but it'll be getting it's first run in the morning. I also took this picture when I got home to show a buddy the size of it compared to other guns. The Sig is in the middle, the bottom gun is a Gen5 Glock 19, and the top is the Nano with the extended magazine. It's kind of sad as the Nano with the extended magazine only gives you 7+1 rounds, while the Sig is 12+1 in the stock magazine. There's an extended 15 round mag for the P365 but I haven't picked it up yet. I was lucky in that the P365 fits in the same holster as the Nano did. It also has a smaller printing on my shirt due to the non-extended magazine, which is very important to me. The main reason I got and carried the Nano was because of it's small footprint. All in all, I'm really happy with it. Now I've just got to decide what I'm going to end up doing with the Nano.

 

[clamum]

The SIG 365 does look super great. I think I'd prefer the regular 365 version but the XL looks nice too.

My latest gun news is I finally managed to snag a police trade-in SIG P229 9mm (Aim Surplus ftw). I've wanted a 9mm 226 to replace my .40 S&W P226 and finally found this one. I don't care it's a 229 and I actually like that more because I have smaller womanly hands, so it fits better.

Now I just gotta sell my P226 somewhere. I've asked at Cabela's before but they said they weren't taking any .40s. This was probably a year ago; suppose I can ask again.

Has anyone sold anything through Gun Broker? Is it a hassle? Where do you guys recommend selling a pistol?

 

[gill77]

I've purchased a couple guns through Gun Broker. Satisfied customer, as easy as Ebay, except for no home delivery. Never sold through them.

I friend of mine's daddy told him, "Never sell a gun". I know I regret selling a couple of guns. May not be the case for everyone.

 

[Skel]

The SIG 365 does look super great. I think I'd prefer the regular 365 version but the XL looks nice too.

My latest gun news is I finally managed to snag a police trade-in SIG P229 9mm (Aim Surplus ftw). I've wanted a 9mm 226 to replace my .40 S&W P226 and finally found this one. I don't care it's a 229 and I actually like that more because I have smaller womanly hands, so it fits better.

Now I just gotta sell my P226 somewhere. I've asked at Cabela's before but they said they weren't taking any .40s. This was probably a year ago; suppose I can ask again.

Has anyone sold anything through Gun Broker? Is it a hassle? Where do you guys recommend selling a pistol?

I sold a couple via Backpage back when that was still around. A few people I know sold theirs via armslist.com. I would recommend you figure out how much you're willing to sell for and what paperwork you wanted with that (I insisted for a CCW) and then brace yourself for the next thousand idiots that don't read the 'no trades' part and offers you a 'smoking deal' for his beaten to hell AR.

 

[clamum]

I sold a couple via Backpage back when that was still around. A few people I know sold theirs via armslist.com. I would recommend you figure out how much you're willing to sell for and what paperwork you wanted with that (I insisted for a CCW) and then brace yourself for the next thousand idiots that don't read the 'no trades' part and offers you a 'smoking deal' for his beaten to hell AR.

LOL. Reminds me of putting stuff on OfferUp/LetGo.

Yeah I think I'd want to require a CCW too. Dangit I wish I just knew someone locally who wanted it, so much easier.

 

[Skel]

LOL. Reminds me of putting stuff on OfferUp/LetGo.

Yeah I think I'd want to require a CCW too. Dangit I wish I just knew someone locally who wanted it, so much easier.

You can also try a local gun place. 2 of the places I haunt have consignment options. Of course they'll take a good bite out of your sale, but it does have the pro of them being able to do the paperwork and do the background check. That's the biggest thing for me, and why I insisted on the CCW. AZ doesn't require it for carry anymore, but it does show that you've already passed any background checks. At least this way you minimize the risk of some idiot getting ahold of your gun that shouldn't be allowed to.

 

[clamum]

You can also try a local gun place. 2 of the places I haunt have consignment options. Of course they'll take a good bite out of your sale, but it does have the pro of them being able to do the paperwork and do the background check. That's the biggest thing for me, and why I insisted on the CCW. AZ doesn't require it for carry anymore, but it does show that you've already passed any background checks. At least this way you minimize the risk of some idiot getting ahold of your gun that shouldn't be allowed to.

Yeah that's a good point. There's a gun shop I like and have had a couple transfers done through after ordering online; I'll inquire with them about it. Thanks for the suggestion!

 

[Paladin3]

I bought an old black powder Jukar Kentucky rifle and was watching youtube videos on refinishing the stock when I stumbled upon Anvil: Make it Work! series by C&Rsenal. I could watch this guy fixing old guns all day long.

 

[Skel]

This month's raffle win was a Beretta 92X. I was a bit disappointed here as when Beretta announced the 92X it was this amazing steel gun that finally had the safety going the correct way. Because Beretta gotta Beretta, they changed it into a family of guns. What was announced is now the 92X Performance. This is the 92X full size. I gather it has some new features than the normal 92. Tis a beefy bastard. I haven't fired it yet, but I'm expecting it to perform as 92s do. I am starting to think I might have too many guns now..

 

[Spoooon]

This month's raffle win was a Beretta 92X. I was a bit disappointed here as when Beretta announced the 92X it was this amazing steel gun that finally had the safety going the correct way. Because Beretta gotta Beretta, they changed it into a family of guns. What was announced is now the 92X Performance. This is the 92X full size. I gather it has some new features than the normal 92. Tis a beefy bastard. I haven't fired it yet, but I'm expecting it to perform as 92s do. I am starting to think I might have too many guns now..

Evidently the gods will it so.

 

[shortylickens]

If you have never seen an article on Gun Bunnies before, here is the only one:

https://www.ballisticmag.com/2019/08/26/age-of-the-gun-bunny/

 

[Zanovar]

nvm

 

[Paladin3]

If you have never seen an article on Gun Bunnies before, here is the only one:

https://www.ballisticmag.com/2019/08/26/age-of-the-gun-bunny/

Not too many of them at my local range. Like...none.

 

[Skel]

Not too many of them at my local range. Like...none.

There are too many at the place I go to in Scottsdale. I try to always be welcoming when I'm at the club but those idiots do drive me to my breaking point. Too many of them want to pose for pictures rather than shoot. I've lost count on how many times I and the range officers have had to tell people not to sweep the lanes when they're trying to get the right pose. Yesterday some lady was waving around a loaded handgun with safety off and finger on the trigger. I was in disbelief when she said she "wasn't going to shoot anyone.. jeez". While they're nice to look at, I could do with a few less of the idiots that are there to post to their Instagram.

 

[gill77]

Zero at my range also, but no shortage of idiots either.

Luckily, I can pretty much arrange to be there by myself.

 

[BarkingGhostar]

I do not understand "media outlet utilize them to get our attention" bit. It doesn't seem its is the media outlets but the source from which the media is reporting on.

 

[gill77]

Happy Birthday Jerry!

 

[shortylickens]

Paychecks are nice.

I got an X95 in Tan.
Also bought a Vortex Optics Razor and flashlight and extended charging handle that flaps closed and some other goodies.

This autumn I have a fancy ass riflemans course.

 

[Skel]

Paychecks are nice.

I got an X95 in Tan.
Also bought a Vortex Optics Razor and flashlight and extended charging handle that flaps closed and some other goodies.

This autumn I have a fancy ass riflemans course.

You talking about the folding charging handle that locks when not in use? I've that on my SAR and honestly am confused why it isn't standard issues. I also replaced the front grip with one that'll allow me to put a light in it.

 

[shortylickens]

The SAR is kind of a mess compared to the X95.
They put the charging handle in such a way that you dont get many accessory rails. Also I like the magazine release better on the X95 but a number of people stated that with practice, the SAR mag release is actually really convenient.


Oh, if you guys want the folding handle you can find it at Manticore Arms.
I cant link to it while on a work computer. (Weapons/Bombs)

 

[clamum]

Paychecks are nice.

I got an X95 in Tan.
Also bought a Vortex Optics Razor and flashlight and extended charging handle that flaps closed and some other goodies.

This autumn I have a fancy ass riflemans course.

I picked up a Tavor (the original one) a few years ago and love it. Took it to a defensive rifle course (by MDFI here in Michigan) and it performed great, zero malfunctions or problems.

The only thing I don't like about it is the horrendousness of switching the charging handle to the other side. You're supposed to be able to do it but I tried and failed and so it remains on the left side. I just wanna switch it cause I wanna mount a flashlight on the left so I can get to it with my thumb to turn it on while holding the rifle. Not a huge deal though, and I'll figure something out.

 

[shortylickens]

The X95 makes it easy. You just remove one allen screw and pop off the fore end and you can move or exchange the charging handle. Also makes it easy to remove that stupid rubber bushing which apparently affects accuracy due to harmonics.

 

[Skel]

The SAR is kind of a mess compared to the X95.
They put the charging handle in such a way that you dont get many accessory rails. Also I like the magazine release better on the X95 but a number of people stated that with practice, the SAR mag release is actually really convenient.


Oh, if you guys want the folding handle you can find it at Manticore Arms.
I cant link to it while on a work computer. (Weapons/Bombs)

I'm assuming you're speaking of this one?

Say what you will about the SAR, but mine can walk itself into battle..