Anyone here into firearms?

m4a1mustang · 02-16-2011, 09:52 AM

I'm still going back and forth between the Springfield XD9 Subcompact and the Kahr CW9/P9 variants for a carry weapon. I like the XD but the double stack design is pretty bulky compared to the Kahr which is just a dream in terms of carry size. I need to check them out again this weekend.

KillerBee370 · 02-16-2011, 09:04 PM

frost · 02-16-2011, 09:34 PM

Genitron.com - Interactive Illustrated Glock

m4a1mustang · 02-16-2011, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by KillerBee370

m4a1mustang · 02-16-2011, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by frost

Genitron.com - Interactive Illustrated Glock

That was cool!

KillerBee370 · 02-16-2011, 10:57 PM

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Originally Posted by frost

Genitron.com - Interactive Illustrated Glock

That's frickin cool!

370zproject · 02-17-2011, 02:01 AM

yes

One_Quick_Z · 02-17-2011, 11:46 AM

That video is awesome and so so true!!!!!

DAN

Robert_K · 02-17-2011, 01:46 PM

"I can't. It's cordless." LMAO!!! Classic video!

zzdudaka · 02-17-2011, 04:30 PM

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I always have questions and would like your opinion

I bought an AR-15 from CMMG in 6.8 spc. Do you believe this is a viable cartridge or will it die off?

I bought a Mil Spec .45 from Springfield Armory a few years ago. It is parkerized which I was told was almost as good as stainless. But it scratches so easy I wonder how the fiinish can hold up and I am very easy and careful with my toys. Is this normal for parkerized finishes to scratch so easily?

I also noted the .45 was made by Imbel in Brazil. Do you know if there have been any problems with the Imbel made .45s? I thought I was buying an American made product.

Thanks for your help

Good questions.
I am not a munitions specialist so I cant speak to ballistics and what not. But from what I hear... it isn't going to become mainstream cartidge. It has it perks and its drawbacks like any other round. What I have heard comments about is that it doesnt do anything any better than anything else, so why go to it? The military doesn't want the 6.8. It may be a great novelty or mid game round. I am not downplaying the novelty of any round, I also have a 6.8. I often add new and obscure guns(calibers) to my collection, but for everyday shooting go with 223. parts and ammo costs etc play in.
Ah Parkerizing... We want our toys to look shiny and nice. Reality is that a finish on a gun exists to protect the steel from rust/corrosion. parkerizing is durable in that it will protect the steel bettewr than a lot of other finishes. Dont confuse that with it looking good.

Actually parkerizing tends to show wear and marks more than many other finishes... Over time you will become acustomed to and appreciate the worn in look of a gun... time will heal that wound.

I am not familiar with any problems with Brazil made guns... I believe Taurus and several shotguns are made in Brazil. Many companies produce their lower line stuff in other countries... I like buying american too, but I wouldn't get rid of that springfield at all or think any less of it, it is a good piece. Keep in mind the frame was probably forged there,, it wasn shipped here fitted and assembled right here. Seriously dont let it bother you... enjoy it go shoot it at the range. If you have to sell it call me!

dad · 02-17-2011, 04:46 PM

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That was excellent and so true!

zzdudaka · 02-17-2011, 04:54 PM

haha just saw the video that is awesome.
The ZOMBIES!

TongMan · 02-17-2011, 09:09 PM

In Soviet Russia, gun into you!!

ZeeingAround · 02-21-2011, 08:23 PM

Anyone here a knife collector or expert? Couldn't find a seperate thread.

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Red__Zed · 02-21-2011, 10:32 PM

how did I miss this thread?

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