Anyone here into firearms?

UNKNOWN_370 · 03-28-2013, 06:54 AM

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It's a heavy one. I've often debated it but never made the plunge.

I'm feeling it's reputation for accuracy. I'm contemplating between the standard and heavy barrel model. The difference is 1lb. But i figured the heavy barrel can take continuous use. But I know FN standard barrels must be pretty close to the heavy. They just make awesome barrels... period.

What I like about this rifle is, that it's accurate enough for general hunting/sniping. but then switch from a 5 round mag to a 20 round mag and you have a long range battle rifle. Very versatile, yet in the standard model, 8.9lbs is still lighter than most comparable rifles in this caliber which usually weigh 10/11lbs.

Joepro · 03-28-2013, 07:07 AM

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what prompts your desire to get a .40?

A few reasons, I do not have one, I have three 45's, recently sold my 9mm, as it does nothing for me. I eventually will have another in the collection, but it was not the right gun in the collection, that is why I sold it. Two of my friends have 40's and reloading dies for it. I shot a few, its a snappy round, but I like like it. Even during this ammo crisis, Walmart still has 40 ammo on the shelves, its not that popular yet.

UNKNOWN_370 · 03-28-2013, 05:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Joepro

A few reasons, I do not have one, I have three 45's, recently sold my 9mm, as it does nothing for me. I eventually will have another in the collection, but it was not the right gun in the collection, that is why I sold it. Two of my friends have 40's and reloading dies for it. I shot a few, its a snappy round, but I like like it. Even during this ammo crisis, Walmart still has 40 ammo on the shelves, its not that popular yet.

Whats goin' on with the Core-15? Are you liking it? How's it shoot?

Joepro · 03-28-2013, 09:39 PM

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Whats goin' on with the Core-15? Are you liking it? How's it shoot?

Wish I could tell you, weather has been so asysmal for March I have yet to get out and shoot it...sucks. Hard. Was going to go check out the FNS tonight but got last minute tickets to the Pens game(14 baby) I will try again tomorrow.

UNKNOWN_370 · 03-29-2013, 03:58 AM

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Wish I could tell you, weather has been so abysmal for March I have yet to get out and shoot it...sucks. Hard. Was going to go check out the FNS tonight but got last minute tickets to the Pens game(14 baby) I will try again tomorrow.

Thats when you need to get out there and shoot. When it's cold,snowing and raining, your hands shivering, or under extreme heat and you're hungry,tired and weak. If you can hit targets then? You can hit targets always.

SouthArk370Z · 03-29-2013, 09:25 AM

I've been looking for a quick-change rifle scope mount so I can quickly and easily swap scopes around on my rifles (.22LR and .223/5.56). So far, all I've found is an ARMS #19 setup. It looks like a decent unit, but I'd like to compare a few different ones. Anyone know of other quick-change mounts? TIA

UNKNOWN_370 · 03-29-2013, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by SouthArk370Z

I've been looking for a quick-change rifle scope mount so I can quickly and easily swap scopes around on my rifles (.22LR and .223/5.56). So far, all I've found is an ARMS #19 setup. It looks like a decent unit, but I'd like to compare a few different ones. Anyone know of other quick-change mounts? TIA

Depends on what type of scope you're using. But for traditional scopes I like...

Burris AR-P.E.P.R. 1-Piece Extended Scope Mount Picatinny-Style

SouthArk370Z · 03-29-2013, 11:07 AM

Thanks for the input.

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Depends on what type of scope you're using. But for traditional scopes I like...

I'd call what I'm using "traditional" - see pics - but I don't know a lot about scope terminology. The biggest (physically) scope I have at this time is a 6-24x44 that is about 17" long (requires rings/mounts that are on the high side). I would like any quick-change mount I get to be able to handle up to 50mm objectives.

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Burris AR-P.E.P.R. 1-Piece Extended Scope Mount Picatinny-Style

I have a set of Weaver Lever Lok rings that have a lever on the rail clamp screws so that they can be tightened without tools. They work well, but I'd like to find something along the same basic design as the ARMS unit.

Any suggestions for reticles? I target shoot the .22LRs at 25, 50, and, occasionally, 100 yds and the .223/5.56 at 50, 100 (and 200 yds when I feel like doing a lot of walking). I'm mainly after elevation adjustment; ranging is a distant second. I currently have two scopes with mil-dot and two with 30/30 reticles. I'm not a big fan of the 30/30 (especially with the .22s at longer ranges) and I'm still having problems doing the mil-dot ranging calcs in my head

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Jerggy13 · 03-29-2013, 07:54 PM

After quite a long wait, and a lot of research, I picked up my new gun.

Sig P226 Tacops in 40 Cal.

I can't wait to take it to the range when the weather gets nice

Here are the Specs
http://www.sigsauer.com/CatalogProdu...perations.aspx

The other two mags are still in the case.

UNKNOWN_370 · 03-30-2013, 08:22 AM

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Originally Posted by SouthArk370Z

Thanks for the input.

I'd call what I'm using "traditional" - see pics - but I don't know a lot about scope terminology. The biggest (physically) scope I have at this time is a 6-24x44 that is about 17" long (requires rings/mounts that are on the high side). I would like any quick-change mount I get to be able to handle up to 50mm objectives.

I have a set of Weaver Lever Lok rings that have a lever on the rail clamp screws so that they can be tightened without tools. They work well, but I'd like to find something along the same basic design as the ARMS unit.

Any suggestions for reticles? I target shoot the .22LRs at 25, 50, and, occasionally, 100 yds and the .223/5.56 at 50, 100 (and 200 yds when I feel like doing a lot of walking). I'm mainly after elevation adjustment; ranging is a distant second. I currently have two scopes with mil-dot and two with 30/30 reticles. I'm not a big fan of the 30/30 (especially with the .22s at longer ranges) and I'm still having problems doing the mil-dot ranging calcs in my head

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It's kinda hard for me to make a single recommendation based on your criteria. But I can say is, if Midway doesn't have it? You probably can't get it?

https://www.midwayusa.com/find?userS...nt+scope+rings

SmoothZ · 03-30-2013, 08:25 AM

I went to Cabela's yesterday and decided to browse the gun section (because racecar). There are a ton of hunting rifles but hardly anything tactical. So I finally saw a .22 tactical LR and thought maybe I could do that with my Remington 597. Yes, I'm bored. Did some research last night and found one place that sells the kit for just over $100. I'm tempted.

Ubetit · 03-30-2013, 09:03 AM

My USC/UMP conversion found his long lost brothers last night. Coming soon to a safe near me... one in 9mm and one in .40 to go along with the .45

SouthArk370Z · 03-30-2013, 09:29 AM

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Originally Posted by UNKNOWN_370

It's kinda hard for me to make a single recommendation based on your criteria. But I can say is, if Midway doesn't have it? You probably can't get it?

https://www.midwayusa.com/find?userS...nt+scope+rings

Thanks for the lead. I see that American Defense Recon makes a quick-release mount that looks like it's at least very similar to what I'm looking for. And they have several rings with screw levers, a la Weaver Lever Lok.

I was hoping that quick-change mounts would be more common than they are. I guess I'll just have to keep looking. Thanks for the help. I now have two options instead of just one.

SmoothZ · 03-30-2013, 09:57 AM

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My USC/UMP conversion found his long lost brothers last night. Coming soon to a safe near me... one in 9mm and one in .40 to go along with the .45

Damn, I know where to go now if the zombie apocalypse ever happens.

Those are some nice guns, and I like the caliber choices.

Right now, my 'favorite' gun is my trusty old 870.

UNKNOWN_370 · 03-30-2013, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by SouthArk370Z

Thanks for the lead. I see that American Defense Recon makes a quick-release mount that looks like it's at least very similar to what I'm looking for. And they have several rings with screw levers, a la Weaver Lever Lok.

I was hoping that quick-change mounts would be more common than they are. I guess I'll just have to keep looking. Thanks for the help. I now have two options instead of just one.

Anytime...

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SouthArk370Z Premium Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: South Arkansas Posts: 8,435 Drives: 2014 Challenger Rep Power: 324198	I've been looking for a quick-change rifle scope mount so I can quickly and easily swap scopes around on my rifles (.22LR and .223/5.56). So far, all I've found is an ARMS #19 setup. It looks like a decent unit, but I'd like to compare a few different ones. Anyone know of other quick-change mounts? TIA __________________ Steering Lock Links - Search The370Z Bookmarklet - FSM @ NICOclub Mankind has progressed past the need for war but we haven't evolved that far. - NachoMahma

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SmoothZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Arrakis Posts: 7,952 Drives: giant sandworm Rep Power: 36	I went to Cabela's yesterday and decided to browse the gun section (because racecar). There are a ton of hunting rifles but hardly anything tactical. So I finally saw a .22 tactical LR and thought maybe I could do that with my Remington 597. Yes, I'm bored. Did some research last night and found one place that sells the kit for just over $100. I'm tempted. __________________ "Once you go Asian, you never go Caucasian." "I talk to myself, and when I do that, I know I'm talking to an intelligent person."

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