The New Firearm Thread

[dannyboy954]

Anyone own or have shot a Ruger P95? Looking to possibly pick one up next week. Just curious on any feedback.

[mikedd_87]

Danny, my dad a Ruger P95 a few months back. I have shot it quite a few times now. Has a really nice (easy pull) trigger on it since the slide cocks the hammer back for you.

I was actually shooting it today. It's pretty accurate, and for the $299ish price, you really can't beat it. Came with a case and 2 mags.

Part 1: http://youtu.be/RA4FU7RgNcE
Part 2: http://youtu.be/mQKHi8mTUUc

Had to split the video in 2 because the spinner tilted so far back that it was digging into the dirt. Fixed it for the second vid.

Sorry, I don't know how to embed the youtube video into the page...

[dannyboy954]

Thanks man. I'm was looking at it as I think the wife will be comfortable using it if she had to.. Not looking to spend a ton, so like you mentioned, the $300 price point is fitting.

[mikedd_87]

Right, and on another note with the trigger. I've noticed that when shooting most pistols, and it isn't just me, there is a reaction before firing to push the gun forward to counter the recoil. With the Ruger P95, I have noticed I tend not to push the gun forward. I think its because of how easy it is to pull the trigger. The hair trigger could be a good or bad, depending on your shooting style. I really like it.

[TokoDragon]

Thanks for the replies guys, I plan on leaving both guns as I received them. The Patina on the lever-action doesn't seem to hinder the function at all, barrel rifling looked great.

The Derringer has a home-made handle that needs re-tightening every so often. I was probably going to buy some home-defense rounds and keep it for that purpose- then put it on my bookshelf lol

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minimotos95

love me some lever action.
my father has one of those excam .38 derringers too, only one of the firing pins is there though, +p will bruise your palm.

Yeah, it kicks pretty good for a little gun, especially with the 158 grain rounds I was using.

My room-mate is a little gun crazy, he has about 10-11 of them packed in his room, his glock, taurus, and 45 long colt are always loaded.

[mikedd_87]

Added this little guy to my "collection" today.



12GA Mossberg. Now only to get a warmer day to get out and hit some clays.

[dannyboy954]

I went out last weekend and hit clays when it was 30 outside. lol

[mikedd_87]

Had a little fun at a small time range this weekend. Basically a makeshift area behind a local gun shop. That's my 10 year old bro at the beginning, getting pretty good with his gun safety, he checks the safety and to make sure it isn't loaded before coming back to reload.

[dannyboy954]

Just picked this up today. Heading to the range tomorrow.



Added a few accessories to my M&P 15-22

[556mm]

Is that the SR9c? I like your 22 as well.

[dannyboy954]

Its the P95. Complete pain in the ass trying find one locally. Nobody has them in stock.

[dannyboy954]

hahaha @ the amanda bynes screen name. spammer..

[deeznutz]

Lol didn't she just get a DUI? Go back to running into cop cars instead of spamming beotch

[mikedd_87]

Lol, "Amanda" is right though, the LC9 seems to be a pretty decent gun for concealing, being a 9mm and not a little .380.

Just depends on where you shoot someone, should you have to defend yourself though. A well placed shot from any gun should get the job done.

[t8raff]

yeah i like my lc9 alot so far.

also just picked this up this morning. really shitty pic because i was in the bass pro parking lot lol.



marlin 336 30-30. picked it up for 325$ never been fired. cant wait to shoot it on friday or saturday.

[556mm]

Nice!

[badmofo529]

you stole that lol

[comics22]

Quote: Originally Posted by mikedd_87

Added this little guy to my "collection" today.



12GA Mossberg. Now only to get a warmer day to get out and hit some clays.

same moss i have, diehard gun i must say! have fun!

my most recent addition is a german (russian captured) k98 mauser. WAY to much fun to shoot!

[mikedd_87]

Quote: Originally Posted by comics22

same moss i have, diehard gun i must say! have fun!

my most recent addition is a german (russian captured) k98 mauser. WAY to much fun to shoot!

Yeah its a champ. I forgot to mention it came with the slug barrel as well....those things pack one hell of a punch when firing slugs...

[93_Blaze]

Is this a fair price for this Mossberg 500? I have no clue about shotguns, but everyone I talk to highly recommends it for a pump action.

Mossberg

[93_Blaze]

Is this a fair price for this Mossberg 500? I have no clue about shotguns, but everyone I talk to highly recommends it for a pump action.

Mossberg

[556mm]

That's a damn good price imo.

[mikedd_87]

I've seen the tactical models go for less though....new.

If you can find it closer to $275 or $300 for used then it would be a better deal

[t8raff]

Quote: Originally Posted by badmofo529

you stole that lol

lol yeah i seen the price and had to jump on it. i also added a few things to it. sling, sleeve on the butt to hold 6 casings and yes, a scope. put a 3x9x40 on it until i can get a peep sight then ill switch back and forth depending what im shooting.

so here is a before pic



and after

[556mm]

Nice setup. I like the zombie ammo too lol.

[mikedd_87]

One gun store owner said that the Horaday zombie ammo is just regular ammo with the tip dipped in green paint. I'd hate to see a ton of people get sucked into that one.

[556mm]

It pretty much is but it's the novelty factor that sells it.

[badmofo529]

Quote: Originally Posted by mikedd_87

One gun store owner said that the Horaday zombie ammo is just regular ammo with the tip dipped in green paint. I'd hate to see a ton of people get sucked into that one.

false. it is pretty much the same as hornaday critical defense. the only difference is a green, instead of red polymer tip inside of the hollowpoint cavity, as well as a normal brass instead of the nickle plated. its not paint lol. its actually a dollar cheaper for the zombie max than the critical defense at cabelas.

[93_Blaze]

Well my lightbulb kicked on and I decided I need to go to the range and shoot a few shotguns (and learn about them) before I just buy one. Anything I should look for (besides personal feeling) in a good pump action?

[t8raff]

thanks guys. lol yeah i pretty much just bought the zombie max for the novelty factor.

Quote: Originally Posted by badmofo529

false. it is pretty much the same as hornaday critical defense. the only difference is a green, instead of red polymer tip inside of the hollowpoint cavity, as well as a normal brass instead of the nickle plated. its not paint lol. its actually a dollar cheaper for the zombie max than the critical defense at cabelas.

this ^

here is the link for the zombie max ammo http://www.hornady.com/store/Zombie-Max-new

also can someone tell me about these different types of 30-30 rounds. pretty much looked at every kind bass pro had. had 125 grain, 150, 160,170 flat tip, round tip, hollow point, polymer tip. one box of 20 round "powerpoint" 150 grain for 17.99 and another 20 round box of "powerpoint" 150 grain for 49.99 but has shiny stickers all over it lol. what is going to be the best for plinking and best for hunting deer/hog?

[badmofo529]

the best for plinking is the cheapest you can find lol

[556mm]

What he ^ said. For hog and deer I think 150 grain will be fine.

[Cuervo]

Quote: Originally Posted by 93_Blaze

Well my lightbulb kicked on and I decided I need to go to the range and shoot a few shotguns (and learn about them) before I just buy one. Anything I should look for (besides personal feeling) in a good pump action?

Depends on what you're using it for and what you want it to do. A tried and true option would have to be the Remington 870 for me, comes in countless flavors, with a very large after market support, and it's been in production/service since 1951.

If you want to do some reading see here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Remington_870 and for seeing it in action:

Remington 870 - YouTube

Remington 870 - YouTube

[badmofo529]

hickok45 ftw. you really cant go wrong with the 870

[93_Blaze]

The real reason is home defense, but I can see myself practicing on my off-time. Pretty much a beginner shotgun that will serve its defensive purpose but also be fun to use (like that 870!)

Edit: How do yall like the traditional stocks versus a pistol grip and stock (tactical)?

[Cuervo]

Quote: Originally Posted by badmofo529

hickok45 ftw. you really cant go wrong with the 870

Yeah he's awesome. great videos with tons of information, plus he's not "tacti-cool" like that retard Nutnfancy. The 870 is my next purchase after my upcoming Glock 19, after I get my restricted firearms license in the coming months.

[556mm]

Yeah hickok45 has the best firearm vids on youtube.

[badmofo529]

nutnfancy aggravates me. tnoutdoors9 has really good videos too. he does alot of ballistic testing

[556mm]

Haha I watch him too. Check out gunblastdotcom's channel if you haven't yet. His videos are shorter but they're funny and he reviews some cool guns like the SCAR.

[badmofo529]

i've seen a few of them.check out the armory channel. he's pretty funny, and he has new videos every few days

[mikedd_87]

Quote: Originally Posted by badmofo529

hickok45 ftw. you really cant go wrong with the 870

+1

I'd like to snatch up a remington sometime. My dad has a 20 gauge that my little bro likes to shoot and it seems like a pretty solid shotgun.

[556mm]

Will do.

[t8raff]

shot the 30-30 saturday. took the scope off after 2 shots, couldnt stand it. only shot one box and my shoulder still hurts lol. definatly going to invest in a recoil pad. but all in all, really like the gun.

[556mm]

What distance were you shooting at and how was your grouping?

[t8raff]

not far at all. only time i was able to shoot was around 10 at night at my friends house and was pitch black out. set the target up probably around 10 yards out. as far as either of us could see. 5 out of 6 were probably in a 2-3 inch group and one was 6 inches away from the others. i flinched really bad on that one. next time i go to his house ill try to go durring the day when i can see and set something up around 50 yards. got to go to a few gun shops and try to find a peep sight for it. if not im going to order one online. just got to get to the package before my mom does.. she still doesnt know about the gun lol. dad told me i better not tell her.

[comics22]

lol im glad my mom grew up on a farm and is wanting to hold every gun i bring over haha.

Im wantign to change my mossberg 500 from a standard hunting shotty to a more home defense/tactical one.

I kinda like the looks of the stock with pistol grip but havent held any in that setup - i guess ill have to go venture to some gun stores.

Ive also seen a tube extender so i can have 8 shells instead of 3 and a shorter barrel so its i belive 20" instead of 26...

any recomended brands to buy/avoid when looking for aftermarket mossberg 500 parts???

[dannyboy954]

I think my next toy is going to be a mosin nagant. Buds has them for 109 shipped. Only concern is I've heard that they are a pain in the ass to put scopes on.

[t8raff]

my friend picked a mosin up for 100 bucks. one of the heaviest guns ive ever held.

[comics22]

i have 2 mosins and i dont think its the weight (trust me you will appreciate the weight - less kick) its just the ackward front hand grip. i just "weighed" them (one in each hand) and my mosin feels just about the same weight as my moss 500. its just the mosin is so long and odd handgrip it feels heavier.

i think they are a blast to shoot, plus the surplus ammo is dirt cheap right now but you must must must clean it really good immediately after you shoot the surplus stuff!

[t8raff]

yeah the length probably has a lot to do with it. i havnt shot his yet. hows the kick with that metal butt plate they have?