There's a recent acquisitions thread but no thread to talk about what you're planning on getting next. Post what you want, ask questions to figure out what you want, rate each others taste, make suggestions, whatever.
Currently saving up for a post 2013 Marlin 1895GBL (pic related) with XS Leverail Ghost Ring sights, and some sort of Leopold glass. I was thinking a FX Scout 2x or 4x (dad's recommendation) on raised rings so I can still use the XS irons, but I think I'd prefer a variable sight.
Trying to keep it all around $1000-1200, looking at $650-700 for the gun and irons/rails, but when it comes to glass and rings I'm not the most informed. I was looking at Leupold V3i series but any suggestions are more than welcome.
On a finishing note this is not a dream gun thread and I'm sorry if the image is low quality, it hard to find pictures of the 1895GBL.
>be sometime in the past
>post plans on what i want next
>meme magic makes them sell out/price change/other life bullshit happen
>never get gun because of that
no. i will not fall for your tricks.
I want to buy a 10/22 and put a new chassis on it. I've been looking at all of Archangel's shit, but I don't want to make it look like a G36 or anything stupid like that; I want a target rifle. Anyone have experience with pic related?
>3030, 44mag, 45/70, etc
>scope
Why?
>Leopold
Lolwut why?
I mean hey do whatever you want but it's a little silly.
>>29509859
Hogue overmold if you actually want a target chassis.
Archangel if you want to look like a mallninja.
>>29509858
You need patience. In time it will eventually fall into your lap. It took a couple years for a good deal BFR to finally show up. I had just bought a '71 Bronco a couple days earlier and debated for a moment if I wanted to spend even more money but figured I would regret it if I did not pick it up.
>>29509870
I want a general hunting and trail gun. 6+1 capacity and able to take down pretty much any game on Earth makes me much better when backpacking in moose and bear country. My eyes aren't the best which is why I'd prefer a variable zoom scope for use when hunting deer and other medium to large game while the riser rings let me use the irons in case of a bear or moose charging.
>>29509894
Fair enough.
>>29509878
Is there a good reason I should use a stock made out of rubber?
>>29509911
Do you not understand what overmold means, or...
>>29509894
Forgot to mention 19th century buffalo hunters used to effectively take buffalo out to 1000yd with 45/70 rifles equip with ladder sights. If they can take buffalo with iron ladder sights and black powder loads I have no doubt I can take game much further than the standard 100-200yd 45/70 hunting range by using modern loads and gauging range properly.
>>29509914
No, I don't. I'm new to this.
>>29509834
I was going to buy a second hand 45-70 at a gun show a few weeks ago. I was hoping for a big-loop leaver like the one in the pic. Instead I round a slightly rusted all-matching Jungle Carbine instead for what is in Australia a bargain.
Now I'm waiting for the coppers to rubber-stamp the paperwork.
>>29509921
Well, tl;dr they're a fiberglass skeleton stock with rubber, you guessed it, molded overtop.
>>29509939
What's so great about that?
>>29509934
They're $539.99 at Bud's Gun Shop or whatever it's called. No clue if it's a good place to buy from or not, I've always bought my guns in person but the price seems good. I'd want to make sure it was a model made after August 2013 as the modern ones prior to that had horrible quality control. How much was the one you saw at the show?
>>29509960
Damn, a little drunk. Didn't notice the Aussie part or the different model part. Burger here, I imagine it's a lot more in aussieland.
>>29509960
Don't worry about buds, anything you get from them is as fresh as it gets. Lots of turnover.
>>29509989
Awesome, may be getting it sooner than I thought if they keep that price.
Boberg XR-9
I prefer the L variant, but would buy an S if it came up.
>>29509889
nonononono, you dont understand.
i turned 18 just before Aroura
got my first job just before the zimzam trials started up
saved up for a cmp garand just before they temporarily sold out.
then quit said job just before prices went semi normal.
then the college prof i was going to buy a pistol from and be range buddies with got fired for offending an sjw coworker (hes an ex cop, she supports BLM)
get new job just before elections and next wave of gun control bullshit in 2014
business closes and lose job just before things calm down again.
and now, finally get enough spare change im comfortable buying that cmp garand, and my cars timing belt snaps and creates a $1500 repair fee. so no garand once again.
I will be stuck with my $150 panic buy nugget forever.
>tfw will never get spam cans for it
>tfw no ranges nearby anyways,
>only shot it once two years ago with prof. before he was fired
>>29509960
www.wikiarms.com
find a good deal
a lot of times its buds sometimes its not
Always loved revolvers and after I finally got a few, finally gonna focus on pistols and a few other things for a while.
>dream gun I could never afford
>Daewoo K2 rifle.
>S&W model 586
>Snubnose model 66 and SN model 686.
>Next few purchases:
Mosin while they are still less then or around 200 dollars.
Beretta 92S or save up for FS.
Makarov and or Polish P-64.
Star Model Super B.
Astra Constable .380
Auto Ordnance 1911.
Beretta Jetfire or other Fliptop pocket pistol.
AK pistol.
Jericho Surplus or New.
After those model 36 or snubnose model 10. And if I find one used a Charter arms Buldog .44.
Straya
Ordered one of these
Straight-pull with spring return
>>29510501
I'm still trying to figure out why they didn't design it as a pump-action.
>>29510295
That really does suck. Hopefully it all works out for you.
If you lived in the Mat-Su Valley are in Alaska you could shoot one of mine as much as you'd like.
>>29509834
There's a 1903 colt at the LGS. Its in great condition. Alas I am only 19
MD bro here deciding on a suitable AK substitute. Currently deciding between the following
>ptr 32
>takes standard AK mags, can get 30 rounders easily from out of state
>full length rifle
>does not appeal to Slav aesthetic preferences
>no Slav manual of arms
>hard to find
>$1000
>AK pistol
>a real AK
>takes standard AK mags (see reason above)
>limited to zastava m92, no chrome barrel
>100 yard max range with 8 inch barrel
>$600, plus labor and parts for stock installation. Maybe $800 when I get done
>vz58
>full length rifle
>slav aesthetics
>special snowflake mags that I can't get easily
>$1000
I own a Tula SKS and a Yugo m59 which I really like but I want something with detachable mags
>>29511223
get the AK pistol. closest you can get to an actual AK. put a stock and SBR it
>>29511412
Thats what I've been leaning towards. I don't have any experience with NFA items but I do have an excellent gunsmith that builds AK's for out of state customers so I have full confidence in their abilities.
Does anyone have experience with the zastava m92? Build quality, accuracy, etc? It's the only x39 ak that I can legally buy
>>29510295
>$1500
>for a fucking timing belt
Holy shit, you should have gotten your cars shop manual and spend the few hours learning how to do it yourself. Its complicated but not difficult.
I've already got a single action shotgun and rifle, bolt action, .22 auto, and pump shotgun. But i want to be fuddy on a poor man's budget.
I'm debating whether or not to get a single action combo for my car. Or get a lever action in .fuddy-fuddy. OR get an AR/AK
All this up for debate and i still can't find a place to hunt in North Texas. I don't even know if i can take deer/hog with what i have right now and it kinda depresses me.
Hell I'll take bunny and squirrel shooting. Just need to know where.
>>29511519
Get an AR/AK or at least an AR lower for <$75, just in case this election goes poorly. Something like a PSA blem lower would be fine.
Then get a .45-70 levergat and fuck up anything.
is this any good, I have been thinking about getting a 22 stg for shits and giggles
Trying to get rid of my Mossberg 500 and get into an AR.
>>29509834
FBI HRT Clone
I already have the RRA lower
>>29510295
I don't mean to be counter productive here or to go making assumptions without knowing much about you, but you may want to reconsider your choice to buy a garand. I love milsurp but if $1500 is a make or break expense for you an 800 dollar rifle in a full power cartridge may not be the right choice. Each clip will cost you at least 4 dollars so it would be really easy to go through 50 dollars in ammo in just one hour. There's also the issue of shooting modern ammo and using a gas plug.
An SKS may be a better choice. It's far more available and the rifle and ammo costs half of the garand and 30 06. There's also a lot less that can go wrong whereas you are depending on an aftermarket gas plug to use the garand. It has roughly the same feeling as a milled steel and straight wooden stock gun. Try looking for a Yugo m59. It doesn't have a glossy finish and feels like an honest bare bones milsurp rifle that you can use without worry.
Just a thought
>>29510615
>Matanuska-Susitna Valley (/mætəˈnuːskə suːˈsJtnə/) (known locally as the Mat-Su or The Valley) is an area in Southcentral Alaska south of the Alaska Range about 35 miles (56 km) north of Anchorage, Alaska.[1] It is known for the world record sized cabbages and other vegetables displayed annually in Palmer at the Alaska State Fair.[2]
neat
>>29511560
>muh 'salt gubs maght git swoop'd up
Where've i seen this before. Still As a Millenial who just got his voting rights, i really hope Comrade Sanders dont' get elected.
No breathin' room for pinkos
>>29510615
How do you like your Garands.
how hard to find proper ammo and clips?
Are they reliable and do u shoot them alot
>>29511786
Fuck Bernie "Gimmedat" Sandinista
Unfortunately evil socialist dictators usually end up living to a ripe old age so I think the chance of satan taking him any time soon is low..
So I'm thinking of getting a Carcano (6.5) as a collection/range weapon. Is there anything I should know beforehand?
>>29511821
Watch out for limos.
>>29511490
If the belt snapped it probably bent valves, hence the cost
.t mechanic
>>29511490
Depending on how the engine in his vehicle was designed, when the belt failed, it COULD have eaten the engine internals. Interference engines have this problem because they're designed so that the valves cannot be fully open with the piston at top dead center, other engines CAN do that and it's sort of a safety for the motor.
>>29511821
show us what one dedicated marine and his rifle can do
>>29511882
i got that reference
>>29511906
wow sick you're in the know for sure senpai
not any time soon because I've bought three guns in the past 4 months on a part time salary, but when I get more money I'll get one of dese, and each other some other time
>build a folding stock assembly for Saiga 12
>USP45
>Surplus Hi Power/CZ75
>WASR 10
>.45acp Webley revolver
>SLR104ur with fake suppresor so it looks less like shit and I don't have to go through the asspain of gettin a stamp
>if I ever have the money, TIGR dragunov, or a Vepr 54r if I lose interest
those are my priorities for the most part, I'm most concerned with ammo variety, within reason, the more variety I have with calibers, the fewer times I have to buy ammo, at least that's what I think. I still train frequently with my CCW, but when it comes to other funs I keep ammo usage to a minimal. any suggestions?
Pic related, because I have an Osprey 45 in ATF jail right now
Also, probably:
>1x16 RH piston for muh MK23
then a 22 suppressor before july for muh five-seven
After that, I'll probably take a breather from buying shit until I have enough saved to buy an FS2000 or SL8 with a clean conscience
>>29510501
Nice uggs
>>29512405
kek
I'm looking for a bolt action 22lr, preferably wood stock, for under 350.
Suggestions?
>>29509859
yeah i tricked out my 10/22 i just copied this look
http://www.americanrifleman.org/articles/2015/4/28/dress-up-your-ruger-1022-takedown-rifle/
If you shop around especially on amazon, you can complete this whole look for about 230 bucks. The most expensive part is the mags and optics.
I recommend the speed loader kit, its pricey but it makes shooting 10/22 so fun.
https://hcmags.com/store/products/1-hc3r-tactical-pack-all-inclusive.html
22lr is like the ultimate fun cartridge and when you have family in town with kids its fun to teach them how to shoot.
>>29509834
yur mum
>>29510501
Nice Uggs faggot
VEPR for me; I just can't decide if I want to get the 16" carbine, the 20" or 23" version or the 20" tactical.
>>29513139
23" and new furniture and a PSO
>>29513146
pso? Also, I like the classic furniture; I was even thinking of burning a pattern into it.
>>29509834
Marlin Guide Gun is on my "to get" list. Compact enough for the brush country, but with 45-70 I don't ever have to worry about Bears or boars. My only concern is that it might be too uncomfortable to shoot, as I've heard some horror stories. I'm a fairly average sized guy (5'10 and 165) so im curious about whether the 336 would be more practical for someone of my stature. Anybody got any experience with this one?
>>29513225
You could always get a Henry in .44 Magnum or .45 Colt. Should be more than enough to help you finish off a bear or boar while having almost unnoticeable recoil given you'd be firing it from a rifle.
I'm buying a Hakim next. Best milsurp rifle I can get in commiefornia at the moment. Before they ban it. Anyone have any good links for noncorrosive reloadable ammo I can use in it that comes in bulk? I can only find ex-Romanian m75 sniper ammo and apparently it's corrosive.
>>29509859
Don't pay this redguard no mind. It all comes down to what you out of the gun. The Hogue overmold is great if you want a field gun. The Archangel will make for a better bench rifle with it's adjustable LoP and comb height.
>For me I started with the Hogue on the 10/22 tactical target. I wanted an accurate, cheap to run tactical trainer that I could mount my premium optics from my big guns on. So I dropped mine into a Troy T22 chassis. It is heavy but works great for my needs.
>How my Ruger started life
>>29509878
>>29511797
He's a lot fucking better than hillary, and if we keep a Republican congress we'll likely see only small changes.
>>29513225
You'll be fine, don't be a pussy. I'm 6'1" 165 and have an STBL like OP's pic. The rounds you buy at the store are weak, and good handloads kick somewhat less than a 12ga turkey load.
To be honest though, 45/70 is a little weak for griz. You need to be able to break their shoulders as they're charging you.
>>29513370
TRUMP 2016
>>29509834
Are post 2013 Marlins different? I know Marlin lever guns had QC problems when Remington acquired them. How are things now?
>>29513395
CAN'T STUMP WON'T STUMP
>>29513139
Go with the 20 inch, it's the best overall length to projectile fps ratio. The 16 inch loses a couple hundred fps compared to the 20, and the 23 only gets you about 80 fps more. The manual lists the 20 inch model as the standard variant and states that it only exhibits acceptable accuracy out to 300 m. My average of 1.5 to 2 MOA supports this effective range. Also, the new issued dragunovs for the Russian military are 20 inch models so I imagine they're onto something.
>>29513354
I own a hakim and the ammo situation can be dicey. There's some decent steel case ammo available for 50 cents per round or good reloadable brass that costs a dollar. PPU ammo is good, I have some of their match ammo and average 1.5 MOA
>>29512568
Pls respond
>>29513479
Neato; can you back that up with some studies or numbers? If what you say is true then I'll most likely go with either a standard 20" VEPR or the "tactical" VEPR Atlantic Arms makes from a standard MOLOT VEPR.
>>29513479
Should I invest in relaoding or just buy? Thanks for the response senpai.
I just got all the parts for my 300 blk pistol so I'll be assembeling that over the weekend.
Next purchases will be stuff for reloading, I ordered a kit but I need the dies, components, manuals. . .
After that I'm interested in building a pistol caliber AR pistol, maybe old school Colt Commander style. I have a Poly 80% lower that I'm probably going to use.
Thats for me. My wife has to get her CCW and a carry pistol.
>>29512175
What this faggot said.
> need to sell P226 or trade for a 1911. I miss that .45.
> Use Tax return and a pay check to buy fnx in black.
> Buy either a .30 suppressor or a .45. Maybe a 9mm. . .
> Break the Jew York muzzle device off my CETME and put said Suppressor on it so I can take out feral hogs more sneaky like.
> Kind of also want an Eagle in .50 African Eliminator for funzies and either an M1A or AR-10 in .308. . . The list keeps growing.
heyo /k/ommando,
I'm a poorfag looking at getting my first two firearms: a hunting rifle for hunting mid-large sized game ( mostly boar and deer ) and a handgun to carry with me on camping trips. How screwed would I be if I bought the Ruger American, chambered for either 30-06 or .308 with Vortex Crossfire II scope and the Ruger American pistol, chambered in .9mm or .45 auto with no extras? Pic related.
>>29514230
It is worth mentioning buying both without ammo will cost me around $1050.00.
>>29513396
Post August 2013 guns have all the QC problems sorted out and you'd be incredibly unfortunate to get one with problems. Can't speak for pre August 2013 guns, but the person who said post 2013 has owned a dozen or so different new make 1895's over the years and said anything past 2013 is good, anything earlier can be good out of the box but will most likely need work.
>>29514230
I would pick .308 personally. You don't HAVE to have an .06 to bring down a deer, no matter what Bubba says. I have guys around me that say minimum they use a 7mm Mag and deer will still run from a perfect shot. This is bull shit. get the .308, use 150gr HP, and never look back. I hit a hog just under the spine where it meets the skull with one of those. Shredded the internals, barely damaged the hide, and she dropped like a rock in a pond.
TL;DR
> Shot placement is king. Take the .308 and never look back.
Sadly, I can't help with the American pistol, never used any Ruger handgun except the Blackhawk in .357 Mag and love it.
> Make sure your state allows you to carry a semi auto when hunting. some require very odd calibers or loads if carrying a handgun in deer season, don't let yourself get raped by the DNR.
>>29514427
Forgot to mention, my .308 loves Federal Fusion. Never had a problem with it personally, and would highly recommend. 5/7, perfect score.
>>29514427
>>29514440
neato, thanks for the advice!
>>29514476
No problem, Anon ! also, do a little research on the ballistic performance of .308 vs .06. The results may surprise you. I know they did to me.
>>29509859
personally I'd rather have the Gallery of Guns distributor exclusive 10/22. Its pretty cool.
I have a lot of accessories i'm lined up to purchase, but as far as firearms go Im going to snag one of those SW22 Victorys
i wanted to buy a Baikal MP-18 off Egunner but its a fucking rip off.
the item has a reserve higher than $105 and a buy now price of $150 when the seller has it on his retail site for $124.
what the fuck is the point of an auction if you force a buyer to pay full retail?
fuck budsgunshop
Ruger LCP for concealed carry when I graduate college.
im more of a rifle/long gun guy but im getting more into pistols. im also more of a 9mm guy but i find this to be positively alluring
>>29514682
What is it about the FNX that makes everyone deem it "the 45 polymer pistol"? Not bashing it, but when I see the FNX or FNP it's always the 45, but when I see a Glock, M&P, XD, etc. they're usually 9 or 40 and rarely 45. Whatevs.
>>29509834
>Next Purchases General
Oh dear god, I have no idea. I was YouTubing the Mini-14 again earlier today, so now I am kind of stuck on that.
Although I've been wanting a P226 lately... and yesterday I was eyeing the Arex Zero 1s instead. Fuck if I know, I just bought a 1911 last month and I'm supposed to be saving money for a house. So I probably won't get shit unless I sell something I already have.
>>29514841
same fag here- its the 15 rounds of 45 vs the 17 rounds of 9mm in the same gun (most poly 8mm actually).
sure its heavier and full sized but thats a lot of 45 in a standard capacity magazine
>>29514623
They did you a favor. I bought one and it literally would not fire a goddamn thing because the firing pin channel was filled with grease. Like, completely packed full of vaseline-esque shit. Took it apart. Cleaned it out. Shot it once, a piece of plastic broke off. Literally gave it to the RO, told him it was his now, and drove home.
>>29514876
meant to say "most poly 9mm pistols".
Either a ppk/s in 22lr or I might save up for an FAL.
>>29514415
Thats good to hear. Its sad to see quality go down when companies merge. Maybe i can finally buy a new production Marlin. Thanks!
>>29516241
I've heard this also
>>29514415
>>29509870
Prime time for deer hunting is dawn and dusk. To make a bad pun, the difference between irons and a scope at those times are night and day. The range is irrelevant.
>>29509834
> Pic Related
Then, in the following Order if everything goes as planned
> P08 Luger
> Bond Arms XRS-9
> K31
> HMG STG
>>29510122
If you wait a bit, Bond Arms is producing new ones that come out Later this year, they fixed some of the minor issues with them and they are supposedly going to be a bit cheaper too
>>29516706
fug
>>29509834
Looking at a Mossberg MVP Patrol with glass, in .308
Most online retailers seem to have them for between 600 and 650, so after tax and mags and assorted kit probably 750. But just look at it. It's so fukken pretty!
Anybody got experience with the MVP range? I'm wondering if the Patrol is good (or the Scout, which is the other one I've looked at).
>>29516787
Somebody from /k/ turned me onto http://www.hinterlandoutfitters.com/ a while back. Try looking there before you make a purchase because they have the best firearm prices I've seen no matter which one I've looked at. Sadly the same does not apply to their knives.
>>29514876
15 rounds of .45 for 1/3 the price.
>>29517009
woopsy
>>29511680
I have one...it's fun.
>>29511882
kek
>>29511790
Ammunition is still plentiful. Loose Greek HXP surplus can be had pretty affordably. Some people have bad things to say about the Korean surplus that shows up from time to time but it often comes on en blocs for really cheap. Some Korean stuff is corrosive and a few lots were prone to case rupture but most is great. Reloading is also a great way to load accurate M1 Garand loads for really cheap and is definitely worth it if you plan on shooting more than a few times a year. Pays for itself really quick.
>>29511790
To answer your other questions. I love my Garands. I actually have six now. The only issues I've ever had with any of them is they occasionally try to eject the clip before they're completely empty. This is caused by a worn $2 spring that is very easy to replace. No other issues ever.
Rossi Ranch Hand in .357 MAG
>>29518086
Jesus was that loop made for the Hulk or something?
>>29516850
About on par with other dealers I've seen. Occasionally find a better price on armslist or gunbroker, but 640 for the gun/glass combo seems pretty much standard.
>>29516589
Is that picture claiming problems with the XS ghost rings/rail specifically or with the 1895 itself? I've seen plenty of 1895's with fucked up mounting points that do something similar with other irons.
>>29509834
Actually thinking of getting the same as your pic but I was unsure of the current marlin quality. Some in this thread are saying it's good now though. Might just see if any local shops have one I can finger.
>>29520267
OP here, most of the Marlin shilling/information in here is me posting. I feel the same way about wanting to finger fuck one before I buy it, at the least verify that it's made after they stepped up QC.
I decided on a Leupold VX-1 2-7x33mm on Leupold See-Thru High Rings. Dream mode is getting the barrel threaded and throwing a Silencerco Hybrid on there, apparently it sounds like a pellet gun if you suppress subsonic ammo.
>>29518086
This, but in .22
Or the Henry Mare's leg.
>>29511906
TFW I know someone with those proportions
Gonna get a cheap pump shotgun or wait a year and get a nice semi shotgun
not sure for brands
looking at the 930,1100 and m series atm
wunna deez
>>29516787
Follow up, does anybody have experience with the glass that's included in the combo pack? Wondering if it's worthwhile or if I should just get the gun and bring my own glass.
>>29511730
im not poor, or living between paychecks, i just only set a small chunk of my income aside for fun money. plus im young and dont have a huge amount of savings for emergencies like having to replace my car engine.
>>29511490
$500 timing belt, $30 oil change because why not its already in the shop and $70 other small cleaning and fixes for the same reason.
then the day after i get it out of the shop, something like $300 because the new belt snapped due to being put on wrong, and $1200 to replace my engine because in addition to the belt destroying shit, the oil cap on the bottom pf my car wasnt screwed on all the way and my oil leaked out at the same time, which caused it to sieze up after ripping itself to shreds.
good news is that im probably being reimbursed. bad news is that im paranoid the cmp will sell out or something between now, when i get the marksman qualification done, and the cmp getting to my paperwork (site says 3-6 month wait).
>>29513367
Ehh, the Troy chassis looks a bit too tacticool for me.
I'd like to have a good chassis that works well with adjustable LoP like you said, but I want to keep it somewhat traditional. I might do a nice wood thumbhole or something. I really don't know, there are a ton of options and I haven't decided on anything for sure besides a suppressor.
>>29514230
.308 is perfectly fine, shot placement is what matters here. Don't take retarded shots into the ass of the deer or something and you'll be fine.
I don't know much about the Ruger American besides that it's a really big handgun. If you're comfortable with a duty-sized handgun that hasn't really been proven yet and can't be concealed, then go for it; they're pretty affordable.
>>29509834
This. Coming off deployment and hitting my 21st. Need something not as big to CC. Bitch still fat though.
>>29509958
Shock Absorbance (better accuracy and recoil) and lighter weight. Same reason carbon-wrapped barrels are better.
>>29512568
>>29513502
Savage mkii my man
>>29514230
desu
>>29511223
Fellow MD bro:
I have a PTR 32; I like it except for the fact it's front heavy for me. I also had problems with magazines until I started using Magpul 30 rounders and now it runs flawlessly. They're not hard to find, just order one from Atlantic Firearms and have it shipped to an FFL.
>>29511821
>forgot they used en blocs
>had to awkwardly load 1 round at a time when I first got mine
PPU ammo (maybe others) uses .264 sized bullets when .268 is what it needs (for 6.5 Carcano) but .268 bullets aren't easy to come by. Not gonna damage the bore but it won't be incredibly accurate.
If you get a short one, they shoot fireballs at night so that's kinda cool.
