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Posted by NavidR (Member # 3164) on :
 
ok guys I'm trying to buy my first hand gun. I'm looking at a Springfield XD 40. What do you think or what other hand gun do you recommand? I'm Also trying to get a big gun, like a sniper rifle or something else, I just want something that turns head at the shooting range, not sure yet what?
 
Posted by 9cobrasnake9 (Member # 575) on :
 
I have over 30,000 rounds through my first xd 40 and love it. It is a very reliable, feature packed gun for the price. I also have an xd compact in .40 which makes a great carry gun. I have had my first xd since 2001 and had sprinfield do some custom work to it. It has hard chrome plating on all the metal parts, a trigger job and trijicon sights. It is a dream to shoot. The thing I like about any springfield product is the lifetime warranty. Believe me, they back it up and not too many gun manufacturers have anything similar. IMO you cant go wrong with an XD. Hope this helped.
 
Posted by Hyperider (Member # 5936) on :
 
get a glock or a sig sauer in a same .40 or even a 9mm instead. they're both really good reliable guns and they're durable if you're only going to have one gun.
 
Posted by gtowned (Member # 8156) on :
 
xd's are excellent entry level guns.imo sig's and kimber's are the nicest if you plan on range shooting alot.but the kimbers and sigs are expensive.my first was an xd45 and is still one of my faves.
 
Posted by bottled95GT?? (Member # 1772) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by gtowned:
xd's are excellent entry level guns.imo sig's and kimber's are the nicest if you plan on range shooting alot.but the kimbers and sigs are expensive.my first was an xd45 and is still one of my faves.
my first was an xd45 and i loved it. Very user friendly and a well rounded fire arm. But like others mentioned SIGs are a great gun that i love more than anything. [patriot]
 
Posted by Rinna90 (Member # 6850) on :
 
I have a Kimber Custom and a Knight Hawk custom which blows away any other gun i have shot. Expensive but if you buy one its the kind of gun that you would never have to replace. both are .45's
 
Posted by Cobraboy (Member # 7826) on :
 
Don't bitch out. Get this.

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Posted by Rinna90 (Member # 6850) on :
 
I have a Kimber Custom and a Knight Hawk custom which blows away any other gun i have shot. Expensive but if you buy one its the kind of gun that you would never have to replace. both are .45's
 
Posted by 4.6 EATIN GM'S (Member # 1633) on :
 
my first hand gun is a colt 1911 mk5 gov model .45
and i love it. acurute(sp) ass hell.
i also just picked up a spikes tatical ar-15 .223 model and love shooting that also. i have shot my buddy's xd40,its a nice piece and compact but like my colt better.
 
Posted by nsty_2000 (Member # 7921) on :
 
smith and wesson 686 ftw
 
Posted by rgtrahn (Member # 7133) on :
 
Get a Sig! [worship] I have a p229. When at the acadamy we use a 226 and a 239. Hands down winner, but can be expensive.
 
Posted by 707vibrantcobra93 (Member # 4702) on :
 
all semi have the possibillty of a jamb or failure, much less so if you take proper care of your weapon, the best way to chose a weapon is what feels comfortable to you they all have their ups and downs if you chose a sub compact and you have an average size and use a grip extension that attaches to the clip, good luck and be safe
 
Posted by slidewayz94 (Member # 3101) on :
 
Navid,

I will take you out shooting when I get back from vacation. I have plenty for you to try before buying. Getting into guns is like getting into cars many different preferences and options.

Get a gun that feels fits your hand and you feel comfortable shooting. My overall recommendation is gonna be a Sig.

Also people at my work are FFL's that will pass my hook up pricing to you.
 
Posted by Joooestang66 (Member # 2828) on :
 
Youre better off asking this guy.
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Posted by phat50 (Member # 1998) on :
 
Get two of these.

http://youtube.com/watch?v=b1RvTJBdRuA&feature=related
 
Posted by 532Fastback (Member # 1482) on :
 
I got a Beretta 9mm and its a badass gun, i like it.
I was thinking of building a M40A3 Sniper rifle in .308 this summer with a paycheck but i might just save my money, not sure yet.

[ June 16, 2008, 11:54 PM: Message edited by: 532Fastback ]
 
Posted by lowriderryda (Member # 7397) on :
 
get an springfield 1911 one the best guns out there and if you want a really cool rifle get a AR15 or Ak47 they got california legal ones im bout pic up a ar15 tomorrow
check out this website its a bay area gun forum just like this one they got really good deals
calguns.net
 
Posted by lowriderryda (Member # 7397) on :
 
you want something clean get this


http://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/showthread.php?t=106317
 
Posted by Pittsburg Mustang Owner (Member # 6100) on :
 
im debating a glock G19 or a G23. I might get the 19 first, then the 23 tho.
 
Posted by sac 5.0 (Member # 2980) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by slidewayz94:
Navid,

I will take you out shooting when I get back from vacation. I have plenty for you to try before buying. Getting into guns is like getting into cars many different preferences and options.

Get a gun that feels fits your hand and you feel comfortable shooting. My overall recommendation is gonna be a Sig.

Also people at my work are FFL's that will pass my hook up pricing to you.
hurry up and go to vacation and get back all ready.
navid when he gets back we will all go out i have a couple you can try.
 
Posted by 532Fastback (Member # 1482) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by sac 5.0:
quote:
Originally posted by slidewayz94:
Navid,

I will take you out shooting when I get back from vacation. I have plenty for you to try before buying. Getting into guns is like getting into cars many different preferences and options.

Get a gun that feels fits your hand and you feel comfortable shooting. My overall recommendation is gonna be a Sig.

Also people at my work are FFL's that will pass my hook up pricing to you.
hurry up and go to vacation and get back all ready.
navid when he gets back we will all go out i have a couple you can try.
Too bad i work sundays [Frown] I haven't fired any of my guns in a couple months.
 
Posted by ugotsmoked (Member # 6069) on :
 
XD! Awesome handgun.
 
Posted by gtowned (Member # 8156) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Pittsburg Mustang Owner:
im debating a glock G19 or a G23. I might get the 19 first, then the 23 tho.
the glock 22 with the compensator is a nice piece.
 
Posted by Hyperider (Member # 5936) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Pittsburg Mustang Owner:
im debating a glock G19 or a G23. I might get the 19 first, then the 23 tho.
hey edwin, get the glock 19 its a really good all around gun. it's small and the 9mm is easier to shoot and packs a lot of ammo. i use to have one gave it to my nephew. back then i had the 15rd magazine plus one in the chamber. nowadays you can only get a 10rd. but it was flawless gun! i'm getting another one of those baby glocks in a 9 again.
 
Posted by 70mach351 (Member # 7528) on :
 
AR10 makes a good sniper rifle, just ordered all my ar15 parts, bad ass guns. I also have an xd40 and love it.
 
Posted by Bronco Man (Member # 8401) on :
 
Hey your going to ove the XD it shoots great and it has the knock down power you wont get in a nine. i preffer .45's but thats just me get what feels good but you want the knock down power as well have fun. Do you load your own or are you just getting started? I've got great load info if you need it. I use a dillon XL650 and run about a 1000 rounds an hr. Sweet machine.
 
Posted by bottled95GT?? (Member # 1772) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 532Fastback:

I was thinking of building a M40A3 Sniper rifle in .308 this summer
you been playing call of duty 4 too much [Razz] jk ive used one once in my life, hell of a rifle!

[ June 17, 2008, 07:14 PM: Message edited by: bottled95GT?? ]
 
Posted by 532Fastback (Member # 1482) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by bottled95GT??:
quote:
Originally posted by 532Fastback:

I was thinking of building a M40A3 Sniper rifle in .308 this summer
you been playing call of duty 4 too much [Razz] jk ive used one once in my life, hell of a rifle!
I've never played that game before actually. Its just a rifle i want to own.
 
Posted by NavidR (Member # 3164) on :
 
anyone that wants to go shooting any time let me know I'm in. I actually just bought an xd .40. Oh ya I also found my next gun. (The cali version doesn't have a pistol grip (not legal). [Whoo Whooooo!]

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Posted by Bronco Man (Member # 8401) on :
 
Navid, that's a swet piece, where did you find it and how much? I have a friend that builds AR's from the ground up no reg. needed.
 
Posted by 87#184saleen (Member # 6276) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by NavidR:
anyone that wants to go shooting any time let me know I'm in. I actually just bought an xd .40. Oh ya I also found my next gun. (The cali version doesn't have a pistol grip (not legal). [Whoo Whooooo!]

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im down lmk lets go to the range
 
Posted by 70mach351 (Member # 7528) on :
 
as long as it has a fixed magazine its california legal, you can keep the pistol grip thats the one i just ordered all the parts for.
 
Posted by 92highway (Member # 6542) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 4.6 EATIN GM'S:
my first hand gun is a colt 1911 mk5 gov model .45
and i love it. acurute(sp) ass hell.
i also just picked up a spikes tatical ar-15 .223 model and love shooting that also. i have shot my buddy's xd40,its a nice piece and compact but like my colt better.
I also own a colt .45 80 series gov model You cant miss with this gun very realiable does not jamb and easy to clean. And my second is my pride and joy at the moment my Russian SKS with tactical stock, pistol grip, and detachable mags looks sick and very fun to shoot!!
 
Posted by 92highway (Member # 6542) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Bronco Man:
Navid, that's a swet piece, where did you find it and how much? I have a friend that builds AR's from the ground up no reg. needed.
Im interested i have two AR bottom receivers just laying around how much for a build lmk
 
Posted by NavidR (Member # 3164) on :
 
Ok I paid $500 for the xd with two clips, holster and clip holster, it was about $40 cheaper then anywere in town (the guy I purchased it from has even better guns way cheaper you would find in a store, he sells out of his own home to friends and family only- Fully LEGAL) The guy also had an AR 15 for $1100 (fully legal looks like this) -

I fiqure once I put a light, scope and a short range lazer guide on it it would be about $1700.00, I like it but I was affraid I couldn't take it to any range's???

hey someone said its legal with a pistal grip? how? how much if I build it myself?
 
Posted by NavidR (Member # 3164) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 92highway:
quote:
Originally posted by Bronco Man:
Navid, that's a swet piece, where did you find it and how much? I have a friend that builds AR's from the ground up no reg. needed.
Im interested i have two AR bottom receivers just laying around how much for a build lmk
he said about @$1100.00 + tax and reg fee.
 
Posted by 532Fastback (Member # 1482) on :
 
Its easy to build an AR.
If the magazine is fixed you can have any evil features you want, front pistol grip, flare launcher, telescoping stock, overall length has to be more than 30 inches though and the barrel has to be longer than 16 inches.

If you have an AR15 your risking the possiblity of a police officer not knowing the laws about them and arresting you thinking its an Assault rifle. No one so far who has been arrested has been charged with anything. Some ranges might not let you shoot it and most likely none of them will let you bumpfire it or rapid fire it.

[ June 18, 2008, 09:57 AM: Message edited by: 532Fastback ]
 
Posted by sac 5.0 (Member # 2980) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by NavidR:
Ok I paid $500 for the xd with two clips, holster and clip holster, it was about $40 cheaper then anywere in town (the guy I purchased it from has even better guns way cheaper you would find in a store, he sells out of his own home to friends and family only- Fully LEGAL) The guy also had an AR 15 for $1100 (fully legal looks like this) - navid


I fiqure once I put a light, scope and a short range lazer guide on it it would be about $1700.00, I like it but I was affraid I couldn't take it to any range's???

hey someone said its legal with a pistal grip? how? how much if I build it myself?
like i said wait till steve comes back and we will go shooting i have a couple ars with pistols grips,completely legal.or if you want to just check them out give me a call.joe

[ June 18, 2008, 10:10 AM: Message edited by: sac 5.0 ]
 
Posted by Bronco Man (Member # 8401) on :
 
I will find out what he is asking and get back to you.
 
Posted by sac 5.0 (Member # 2980) on :
 
navid
by the way the picture you posted of the ar 15 with the u 15 stock on it is a budy of mine who is the one who invented the u 15 and makes them.
i have assembled a couple lowers if you want to build one i can help you out and show you how to do it.no need to pay somebody to do it for you.
joe
 
Posted by lowriderryda (Member # 7397) on :
 
yea get the ar15 i just picked bought one im waiting for the 10days to clear, you can find them cheap for around $600-900 depending on condition and like they said all you got to do is put a magazine lock on it and you can have everything on it
 
Posted by 87#184saleen (Member # 6276) on :
 
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[ June 18, 2008, 12:20 PM: Message edited by: 87#184saleen ]
 
Posted by 92highway (Member # 6542) on :
 
Good thing bout sks they are C&R rifles NO reg. fee NO dros fee and NO 10 day wait which is worse imo i just hate waiting [Big Grin]
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Posted by 9cobrasnake9 (Member # 575) on :
 
Personally I would rather have the rifle grip and keep the changeable mags. The fixed mag ar's are not as fun imo
 
Posted by 87#184saleen (Member # 6276) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 9cobrasnake9:
Personally I would rather have the rifle grip and keep the changeable mags. The fixed mag ar's are not as fun imo
it just a button that you push in its nothing major.

[ June 18, 2008, 01:19 PM: Message edited by: 87#184saleen ]
 
Posted by 70mach351 (Member # 7528) on :
 
bullet button is only a 4 dollar option in parts, which is still ca legal depending on how you look at it because it takes tools to take out the mag, still put a 20 30 or drum on it.
 
Posted by 50Reasons (Member # 6452) on :
 
if you want a real hand cannon try a 4570 [Big Grin] [worship]
 
Posted by NavidR (Member # 3164) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by sac 5.0:
navid
by the way the picture you posted of the ar 15 with the u 15 stock on it is a budy of mine who is the one who invented the u 15 and makes them.
i have assembled a couple lowers if you want to build one i can help you out and show you how to do it.no need to pay somebody to do it for you.
joe
joe,

I'm sending you a pm with my number, hit me up next time you go to the range or when steve finally gets back.
Thanks
 
Posted by Dre 650 (Member # 8026) on :
 
springfield XD hands down better than a glock. I hate that fat ass slide the XD is skinner. 1911 are my favorates but u should go to the range and rent hella diff types and sigs NICE!!!!
let us know what u get
 
Posted by onesicklx (Member # 285) on :
 
i have a stag ar15,sks,kimber 45acp, im down to have a caford gun meet...
 
Posted by 92highway (Member # 6542) on :
 
Im down sks, colt .45 1911, .25 auto(baby whoper) [Big Grin] what shooting ranges are good i usually go to bullseye and richmond rod n gun club(close at 4) [Frown]
 
Posted by v-town coupe (Member # 2771) on :
 
im starting to feel a ca fords day out at the range. after i break my jp vtac ar in this weekend it will be ready to rock!
 
Posted by v-town coupe (Member # 2771) on :
 
i'll be out at u.s.i. in bay point on sunday but it won't be fun. breaking this thing in is a long boring process.actually m and two other board members will be sighting in our ar's tomorrow night for our sunday trip.

[ June 20, 2008, 03:06 AM: Message edited by: v-town coupe ]
 
Posted by slidewayz94 (Member # 3101) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by NavidR:
quote:
Originally posted by sac 5.0:
navid
by the way the picture you posted of the ar 15 with the u 15 stock on it is a budy of mine who is the one who invented the u 15 and makes them.
i have assembled a couple lowers if you want to build one i can help you out and show you how to do it.no need to pay somebody to do it for you.
joe
joe,

I'm sending you a pm with my number, hit me up next time you go to the range or when steve finally gets back.
Thanks
Hey guys I'm back...

Don't go back to work until Tuesday so let's go shooting! I'll call or text you guys in the morning and see if this weekend works?

Don't buy an AR you can build one cheaper with the parts you want.
 
Posted by DTS CREW (Member # 3303) on :
 
+1 for the glock 22 (.40 cal.) I love mine!
 
Posted by itznotahighway (Member # 7934) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by DTS CREW:
+1 for the glock 22 (.40 cal.) I love mine!
looking to get the glock 23 in a week or two....
 
Posted by 95GTConvtACE (Member # 6399) on :
 
Navid I wouldn't trust you with a gun. Try this nice Airsoft Gun first.lol
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Posted by dizzle-sizzle-hotdog (Member # 8560) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by NavidR:
ok guys I'm trying to buy my first hand gun. I'm looking at a Springfield XD 40. What do you think or what other hand gun do you recommand? I'm Also trying to get a big gun, like a sniper rifle or something else, I just want something that turns head at the shooting range, not sure yet what?
hey did you ever get one and just curious what do you need a sniper rifle for your persian not alqada
 
Posted by saleen_freak (Member # 6521) on :
 
get a sig 40 cal and get a laser and two tone or sum chrome. Tht will turn heads and its a great gun
 
Posted by 532Fastback (Member # 1482) on :
 
I bought a custom built Remington 700 .308 yesterday. Its got a Leupold 3.5-10x50 scope on it and a HSprescison stock. I'll post a pic when i pick it up.
 
Posted by sac 5.0 (Member # 2980) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 532Fastback:
I bought a custom built Remington 700 .308 yesterday. Its got a Leupold 3.5-10x50 scope on it and a HSprescison stock. I'll post a pic when i pick it up.
what 700 is it the sps police heavley barrell,that i have been looking for a 700 in 308 what did you pay?
 
Posted by sac 5.0 (Member # 2980) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 532Fastback:
I bought a custom built Remington 700 .308 yesterday. Its got a Leupold 3.5-10x50 scope on it and a HSprescison stock. I'll post a pic when i pick it up.
what 700 is it police sps heavy barrel,how much did you pay?i have been looking for a good deal on a 308
 
Posted by dizzle-sizzle-hotdog (Member # 8560) on :
 
get a gloc
 
Posted by BlownMach1 (Member # 5400) on :
 
what the indian guy wants a gun now???? oh hell no, stay away from the capitol and all other major landmarks...lol..jk bro..thought u told me u built a AR15 when i came over last???? first u take flying lessons to learn to drive a plane and now u are building guns? I am staying in my house for a while!!!! hahaha
 
Posted by dizzle-sizzle-hotdog (Member # 8560) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by BlownMach1:
what the indian guy wants a gun now???? oh hell no, stay away from the capitol and all other major landmarks...lol..jk bro..thought u told me u built a AR15 when i came over last???? first u take flying lessons to learn to drive a plane and now u are building guns? I am staying in my house for a while!!!! hahaha
wow thats whats up i known you for so long and this is what it comes down to
 
Posted by sac 5.0 (Member # 2980) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by dizzle-sizzle-hotdog:
get a gloc
i could of sworn i saw you out at spenceville one time with a gloc and a 30 rounder?
 
Posted by dizzle-sizzle-hotdog (Member # 8560) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by sac 5.0:
quote:
Originally posted by dizzle-sizzle-hotdog:
get a gloc
i could of sworn i saw you out at spenceville one time with a gloc and a 30 rounder?
wtf is spenceville
 
Posted by sac 5.0 (Member # 2980) on :
 
you know the place by camp far
or am i clueless [burnout]
 
Posted by 532Fastback (Member # 1482) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by sac 5.0:
quote:
Originally posted by 532Fastback:
I bought a custom built Remington 700 .308 yesterday. Its got a Leupold 3.5-10x50 scope on it and a HSprescison stock. I'll post a pic when i pick it up.
what 700 is it police sps heavy barrel,how much did you pay?i have been looking for a good deal on a 308
Its a varmint, heavy barrel. Comes with a stock like the M40A3. I paid a good price for it, the scope alone is worth more than the actual rifle.
 
Posted by 92highway (Member # 6542) on :
 
Anyone interested in buying a sks i have 2 russian sks very clean one never been fired and other has low fire count. 10 round has already been removed for detachable mags.Can also include 30 round mags disassembled. [Wink] taking offers.
 
Posted by 532Fastback (Member # 1482) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by sac 5.0:
you know the place by camp far
or am i clueless [burnout]
Spencerville is pretty clean, i've been going on my days off. Once the fire season is over i want to go shooting with you and Steven again.
 
Posted by 9cobrasnake9 (Member # 575) on :
 
Gratz on the XD! Youre gonna love it. I have had one of mine modded by SA and it shoots oh so sweet!


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Posted by 95GTConvtACE (Member # 6399) on :
 
Navid, I have a fully automatic that you can buy off of me. The only problem is that it takes CO2 and shoots paintballs.
 
Posted by 89point. (Member # 6078) on :
 
im also going to be buying for the first time pretty quick here and i was looking into the xd's too do you guys recomend the nine or 45 for a first timer?? or really dont matter??? thanks
 
Posted by dizzle-sizzle-hotdog (Member # 8560) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 89point.:
im also going to be buying for the first time pretty quick here and i was looking into the xd's too do you guys recomend the nine or 45 for a first timer?? or really dont matter??? thanks
i had an xd i didnt like it gloc is the way to go trust me get your self a gloc 17 thats a 9mm verey acurite and dependable go check out torchertests on youtube
 
Posted by F8LSN8K (Member # 7080) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by NavidR:
ok guys I'm trying to buy my first hand gun. I'm looking at a Springfield XD 40. What do you think or what other hand gun do you recommand? I'm Also trying to get a big gun, like a sniper rifle or something else, I just want something that turns head at the shooting range, not sure yet what?
u want a big gun and turn heads? get a Desert Eagle [Big Grin]
that will do the job. last time i went to the shooting range people were like wtf is that! (they hadnt seen the gun at the time just heard the blast) silly rabbits shooting their 9mm and such. haha!
 
Posted by dizzle-sizzle-hotdog (Member # 8560) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by F8LSN8K:
quote:
Originally posted by NavidR:
ok guys I'm trying to buy my first hand gun. I'm looking at a Springfield XD 40. What do you think or what other hand gun do you recommand? I'm Also trying to get a big gun, like a sniper rifle or something else, I just want something that turns head at the shooting range, not sure yet what?
u want a big gun and turn heads? get a Desert Eagle [Big Grin]
that will do the job. last time i went to the shooting range people were like wtf is that! (they hadnt seen the gun at the time just heard the blast) silly rabbits shooting their 9mm and such. haha!
looks cool sounds cool but cant hit the broad side of a barn from 5 feet away and hope its a 50cal cuz the 44 cal is a peice of s@#t
 
Posted by 532Fastback (Member # 1482) on :
 
My AR always turns heads especially when i fire a round off, no one expects such a small round to make a big bang.
I wish the M107 was legal in CA, i would buy one for sure.
 
Posted by 70mach351 (Member # 7528) on :
 
my recievers get here monday. Time to order the uppers one in .223 and the other in a .308 or .458nato. Spikes makes multi round recievers so i can fuck the DOJ by making a 50 cal if i want, expensive to shoot though. Got a .22 to for cheap fun at the range.
 
Posted by slidewayz94 (Member # 3101) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 70mach351:
Got a .22 to for cheap fun at the range.
$12 for 500 rounds that's the way to go for cheap fun!!!

The Ruger 10/22 is on sale at Sports Authority for $179.99 same price I bought mine for a couple months ago.

I added a good red dot scope and a 25 round magazine to mine. The 10/22 has been around for years and has probably the most aftermarket upgrades available.
 
Posted by dizzle-sizzle-hotdog (Member # 8560) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by slidewayz94:
quote:
Originally posted by 70mach351:
Got a .22 to for cheap fun at the range.
$12 for 500 rounds that's the way to go for cheap fun!!!

The Ruger 10/22 is on sale at Sports Authority for $179.99 same price I bought mine for a couple months ago.

I added a good red dot scope and a 25 round magazine to mine. The 10/22 has been around for years and has probably the most aftermarket upgrades available.
if you like the 10/22 you should try the walther g22 it awsome

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Posted by 532Fastback (Member # 1482) on :
 
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Posted by MustangNate (Member # 4559) on :
 
Alot of guys hate on them, but I have a Hi-Point C9 9mm, cheap and very reliable. So far, I have 900 rounds through mine and NEVER had a jam or any problems. Plus, you can't argue with the no-questions-asked lifetime warranty from the factory, also, they always send an extra mag back to you.

As for a sniper rifle, I personally own a 91/30 Mosin Nagant. It's rugged, reliable, fires a 7.62x54 round, and I have seen them hit 18" targets from 900 yards. Another upside, they can be had for under $100.
 
Posted by 9cobrasnake9 (Member # 575) on :
 
I hate it when people come out with "I had this, but you should get this" A hand gun is a personal choice. If you are a first timer this is what I would recommend. Go to a range that rents handguns, rent several different kinds, and which ever one fits your hand and you feel comfortable with, buy it up. I learned to shoot with a glock, but ended up with xd's because I liked the grip angle more. Happy Hunting!
 
Posted by 532Fastback (Member # 1482) on :
 
Gun Owners, who are you voting for?
http://www.cnn.com/ELECTION/2008/issues/issues.guns.html
 
Posted by echo park gangsta (Member # 8560) on :
 
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hes grilled out and hell shoota mufuca
 
Posted by 89point. (Member # 6078) on :
 
so i finally bought my first gun and get in on friday.. i bought an xd9 and im super juiced to go shoot it this weekend..
 
Posted by 9cobrasnake9 (Member # 575) on :
 
This thread is becoming everlasting. Congratz on the xd, you cant go wrong with one. Have fun and be safe!
 
Posted by 89point. (Member # 6078) on :
 
thanks a lot, my buddy has a glock but i just liked how the xd felt compared to the glock and the fact that the xd had more safety devices to it and this is my first gun so safety was the main priority for me
 
Posted by 89point. (Member # 6078) on :
 
9cobrasnake9 is that pic on page 3 of your two xds?? i printed that pic out a while ago probably fom here and been carrying it around cause i wanted the bi tone hella bad but got the all black for now but when i by the sub compact it will be bi tone for sure. hopefully in december ill buy it
 




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