I have no idea what the hell my boyfriend wants for Christmas he texted me on his lunch break I’ve asked for more information or pictures of what he wants for his guns but I have yet to get a response but I also want to surprise him but I don’t want to buy an expensive scope he can’t or won’t use because of the quality. All the information I got was a vortex or a Leaupold scope a 12 power or better I’m wanting to spend no more than $400-500

If this isn’t a good sub to post to my apologies o want wanted some advice since I don’t know much about these things

I have a smith and Wesson Sd9VE. Last time I shot it was well over a few years ago and I do want to shoot it aging but haven’t oiled or cleaned it. Should I do that soon also what precautions should I take? I don’t want a mishap and the thing explode in my hand cuz I’m an idiot. Thanks.

by next Friday I have to be able to hit the alpha zone with at least 7 rounds untimed 12m distance. I’ve had great feedback from instructors and we ran thru some prac qualifications. passed all the 4m ones but when it came to 12 my shots went low and left. Some completely missed.

Im trying to not think about the bang but I feel like my mind resorts to it and I anticipate. Any tips? I noticed when my instructor mentioned saying squeeze squeeze squeeze in my mind i shot on target but I just ended up going back to being shit by overthinking. This is day 2 on the range.

Glock 22.

Hey everyone,

I'm looking into the process of getting a firearm license and wanted to hear from people who have gone through it or know how it works.

- The Process: How complicated or difficult is the actual application process (background checks, paperwork, medical exams, interviews, etc.)?

- Requirements: What are the biggest hurdles people usually face (e.g., proving a justified reason, training/testing, or waiting times)?

- Time & Cost: Roughly how long does the whole procedure take from start to finish, and what kind of expenses should someone expect?

I'm getting into the hobby and keep seeing ads for hunting rifles that advertise threaded barrels. I understand the threaded art the end bit to add accessories, but these are literally twisted like on the exterior for the length of the barrel. What is the point of this? Is it an advantage or a lazy way to make the inside threaded to shoot straight?

Looking to get a basic 9mm rifle mostly for use on the range but potentially for home defense. Looking for suggestions.

I like the looks of the basic Ruger PCC and Henry Homesteaders (traditional rifle look) but I'm not opposed to getting one that has the AR look.

My preference is to keep the price in the $500-700 range and avoid rifles that are straightforward and simple to strip and clean.

Will just use the iron sights on it. Don't intend to put optics on it.

I currently own an M&P Shield X handgun but I don't think any rifles share that same magazine.

Based in Texas. I wanna buy a Mosin-Nagant (because it’s sick) but I know it’s a gun from 1891.. do they still produce it, and if so, who sells it? Is there one “official” producer? Also, how much would it cost? Am I limited to finding an ancient relic and paying an absurd amount for it? Thanks in advance for the help.

Backstory: I am man enough to admit that when I was a youth i did a lot more shooting tons of trap shooting and a lot of rifle too. Well about 4 yrs ago I bought myself a 30-06 as a nice birthday present wanting to get into long range shooting. I want to take it for deer/bear/moose but ive been out of the game for a minute.

Question: any of you guys have tips for getting comfortable again with the higher caliber? Not in a position to buy a new rifle and I do really like the rifle on top of that. Its just so funny to me that I have almost 100 pounds on myself from back then and im worse at controlling the recoil and steadying the scope. I am considering a brake bur idk what to look for.

Know im a bit of a dip for this one, but hey worth an ask for some tips or drills I figure. Dont want the rifle staying as a range puppy forever.

Few notes: I live in Canada so I could get a brake but not a supressor. Good hunting but shit gun laws.

What issues might one expect to encounter in the process?

Recently purchased 3x glock 32 rd mags, smoking deal. Next year i want to get a PCC.

4x 10mm Springfield mags.

Brand brand new Romanian micro Draco, about 300 rounds through it, bump fired a good two 40 round mags.. wooden hand guard already a little loose.. is this really that normal?

Hello all,

To try and keep things brief: my mother is looking to liquidate a modest collection of firearms: handguns and rifles. She has records from their purchase, most of the original cases and packaging, and many of them were seldom, if ever, fired. The collection was amassed during her marriage, and now with the passing of my father - she needs to sell off to pay bills.

It seems there are a hundred different auction and consignment sites available, and I have no idea who is reputable and safe to use. I am currently compiling a list of her collection and researching recently sold prices for comparison.

Is it worth having the guns individually appraised? Does anyone know of a reputable service in Texas?

Is it worth paying for the Kelley Blue Book - it looks like there are other, free options available. Am I safe to guess at the condition of a gun, or do I really need a gunsmith to look things over?

I appreciate any guidance, thanks for stopping by. I'll be in and out throughout the day, please be patient if you have any questions for me. I'll try to monitor this as closely as I am able.

**If there is a better place to ask this, so that I don't run afoul of rule 7, please direct me there. I don't want to cause any issues, I'm just looking for info.**

I'm in the market for a new pistol, I have a Glock 17, custom 1911, and Glock 43, (and some black powder revolvers) and I want something thats a good mix of fun/usefulness. Heres my list so far:

-HK P30L

-HK USP 45

-Sig P229

-FN 510

-SW 686

-Walther PPK

-Beretta M9

I'm pretty conflicted, I was leaning towards the P30L to kind of take over the role of my G17, but my primary goal is just a fun and cool gun, bonus points if I can turn some heads at the range with something iconic.

I am getting a Pedersoli baker soon look it up it totally and utterly beautiful gun the goal is to have it for spring bear next year.

Thanks to Riba in Mebane NC for letting me use their spray booth!

https://www.instagram.com/riba.gunsmithing?obrf=MXRndjhsanYxeWRh

Disclaimer, this is not my current carry ammo. This is some old Sig Elite that I set aside when I noticed some setback. 1-5 may still be new new it's right around 6-7 that it's visibly shorter, but that may also just be a manufacturing variance.

Where do you draw the line between being safe to send down range vs throw it in the squib bin?

Yes

I'm trying to suppress uncommon guns. I started with a Walther P1 with the locking block system. This time it's a gas delayed blowback Vector CP1. Barrel removal was a little tricky since there is little to no documentation.But it got done.

New to me, Striker 12.

It's stupid and ugly, but also brilliant and beautiful.

Gun Jesus is wrong. It's wonderful

Any opinions, feedback, or other options are welcomed but I am thinking about going with either the 507 comp, Defender XL, or 507 Pro Max.

Thoughts?

I don't know jack about these things, but when the local older generation is offloading things for under five Franklins you have to step up.

Smith and Wesson model 14-3, aka the K-38 Target Masterpiece. Inherited from my grandfather after he passed, and he bought it for his father before him. Keeping it in the family was a priority for me. Shoots like a dream.