Anyone here into firearms?

ImportConvert · 05-31-2012, 12:58 AM

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Originally Posted by FuszNissan

Not to get in a ballistics battle, but I was looking at getting my wife a bodyguard. Do you feel there's enough stopping power? Honest question, not trolling. I really do like the size of the gun and the fact it has a built in laser.

.380ACP is a compromise for sure. Can she not handle/is not willing to train with the 9mm?

If you must go .380, I recommend loading it with Corbon DPX.

KingZee · 05-31-2012, 01:23 AM

here are a couple toys I share with my pops...I just cleaned the Makarov and saw this thread pop up so took a pic. Sorry for crappy camera phone quality.

Billy02987 · 05-31-2012, 01:40 AM

Looks good! How are they to shoot?

KingZee · 05-31-2012, 01:41 AM

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Originally Posted by xdeslitx

shot my first USPSA match last weekend

i was so slow

that looks fun as sh*t

KingZee · 05-31-2012, 01:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Billy02987

Looks good! How are they to shoot?

the .22 S&W is like shooting a bb gun lol, extremely accurate though. I have a lot of fun shooting the Makarov, it's not the most accurate gun but it's really easy to take apart/clean and it's a reliable workhorse. Just sucks shopping for ammo for it cause you can't use 9mm, it has to be specific Makarov that's very slightly different than a standard 9mm.

BlackZeda · 05-31-2012, 02:57 AM

[QUOTE=Rooster89;1745123]quick question. looks alone...QUOTE]

B for black...but both look great. Going for the .308 carbine eh?

Rooster89 · 05-31-2012, 03:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Rooster89

quick question. looks alone...QUOTE]

B for black...but both look great. Going for the .308 carbine eh?

yeppers. need to start building up my collection while i still can.

Plus I already have a marlin 99c, why would i need a 556 carbine? :P

EL Diablo · 05-31-2012, 10:30 PM

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Originally Posted by FuszNissan

Not to get in a ballistics battle, but I was looking at getting my wife a bodyguard. Do you feel there's enough stopping power? Honest question, not trolling. I really do like the size of the gun and the fact it has a built in laser.

I'm not a fan of the .380 per say... but the .380 serves a purpose for me.
The Bodyguard holds 6 +1, I carry +P Rounds.

I do carry bigger calibers but when its 105 degree outside the .380 is perfect. T-shirt and shorts and it doesn't print.

saying that...
.380 will make you just as dead as any round.
Its all about shot placement anyway. I will say you must practice at the range with your carry pistol. The small pistols can be difficult to be accurate with.

To me that's the biggest concern about a small gun. Not the caliber size but the accuracy. These pocket guns have a long trigger pulls for safety making accuracy difficult. Also remember these guns are made for up close and personal defense. If things get crazy grab the AR

Good Luck.

Ubetit · 06-05-2012, 07:44 PM

I have a little addiction to H&K. Here's the ones i've taken pics of. If you click on the pic and then click on it again when Flickr opens up, you'll get the high rez pic.

FuszNissan · 06-05-2012, 08:40 PM

Wow...speechless

Rooster89 · 06-05-2012, 09:17 PM

is that a 45c with a can?

Rooster89 · 06-05-2012, 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by BlackZeda

B for black...but both look great. Going for the .308 carbine eh?

Went with the flat dark earth on gun broker. Auction ended today with me as highest bidder.

Ubetit · 06-05-2012, 09:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Rooster89

is that a 45c with a can?

Yes, the .45c with Silencerco Oprey .45. It can go on my HK45, HK45c, or the USC/UMP conversion. Here's the full size HK45.

Rooster89 · 06-05-2012, 09:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Ubetit

Yes, the .45c with Silencerco Oprey .45. It can go on my HK45, HK45c, or the USC/UMP conversion. Here's the full size HK45.

I've never fired a handgun with a can, only long guns. Can you fire it without hearing protection?

Edit:I've also been looking into a 45c and .380 bodyguard for coldweather/warm weather carry options. My full size 1911 is not very concealable without a jacket

Ubetit · 06-05-2012, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Rooster89

I've never fired a handgun with a can, only long guns. Can you fire it without hearing protection?

The can is "hearing safe" but I still prefer little ear plugs.

The .22 Sparrow suppressor I fire without hearing protection.

For summer carry the ruger LCP fits in my cargo shorts.

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BlackZeda A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2011 Location: Englewood, CO Posts: 1,109 Drives: 19 Audi TT RS Rep Power: 22	[QUOTE=Rooster89;1745123]quick question. looks alone...QUOTE] B for black...but both look great. Going for the .308 carbine eh?