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Title: What gun ?
Post by: Rich46yo on August 03, 2008, 04:32:51 PM
What gun do you carry? Or, if you dont carry, what gun is your main for your Home Defense plan?

Im basically down to 3. A 9mm M-3953, a .45 SIG P-220, and a .38 snub S&W M-36. Loads are 9mm 110 grn +P+ JHP, .45 Speer 200 grn +P JHP, and for the .38 a 125 grn +P JHP. When I carry I always have 2 of the 3 on me.
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Banshee7 on August 03, 2008, 04:39:52 PM
being an avid outdoorsman, i have several guns.  Mostly hunting rifles and shotguns.  I don't carry a gun (on my body) every where i go but i usually keep an unloaded 12 gauge under the seat of my truck.  I do have a S&W .38 i keep in hidden by my bed for easy access. But if you want the guns i own i can list all my shotguns and rifles  :)
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Toad on August 03, 2008, 04:40:44 PM
I've a nearly new Colt Detective Special and a Ruger LCP for that.

I've got a lot more but concealed carry is so much easier with the smaller ones.
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Dago on August 03, 2008, 04:46:21 PM
Sig 229 DAK .40
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Rollins on August 03, 2008, 04:56:28 PM
Beretta 92F, S&W .357
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Hornet33 on August 03, 2008, 04:57:59 PM
I recently purchased a used (in very good condition) Walther PPK/S .380 auto as my primary carry pistol. Sure beats trying to lug around my old Taurus PT-99 9mm. That thing is just too big to conceal seeing as it's a full sized combat pistol. I have 95 grain Federal Hydro Shock's in the PPK. It'll put someone down if need be as long as they aren't wearing a vest and I don't see the hood rats around here wearing those too much. If I carry my 9mm I load it with 135 grain Federal Hydro Shocks. On very rare occasions I'll carry my Kimber 1911A1 with Hydro Shocks as well, but again that hog is tough to conceal also.

For my apartment I have my Remington 870 12 gage pump loaded with #4 Pheasant loads. Plenty of direct penetration but they wont carry any power through a wall so my neighbors don't get blasted.

I'm looking at a Titanium Smith & Wesson snub gun in .38 Special as well. Shot one at the range last week and really liked it even though I've never been a big revolver guy. Nice handgun, but only 5 rounds so that's a bit of a downside. It would make a nice backup gun though.
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: redman555 on August 03, 2008, 05:01:58 PM
i got a 12 guage benelli nova

(http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee239/bigbobCH/mygun-1.jpg)


-BigBOBCH
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: sluggish on August 03, 2008, 05:07:03 PM
i got a 12 guage benelli nova

(http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee239/bigbobCH/mygun-1.jpg)


-BigBOBCH

And you carry that with you?  Interesting...
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: redman555 on August 03, 2008, 05:10:51 PM
lol, sure do  :aok :rofl :D


-BigBOBCH
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Chalenge on August 03, 2008, 05:33:15 PM
Springfield XD Compact and Kimber Pro Carry II both in .45 ACP. If I make it to the car there will be a Thompson making oh so sweet music.
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Xargos on August 03, 2008, 05:33:29 PM
S&W Model 60-9.  I have other firearms but prefer that one for the street.
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Maverick on August 03, 2008, 06:04:53 PM
Glock 19, the same one I carried both on and off duty before. I also have a S&W 66 round but with a 2 3/4" barrel that conceals very nicely.

The Colt Officers model that I carried off duty before the Glock is in the safe. It shoots well but is heavier than the Glock and I don't trust the recoil spring retention system on it.
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: FrodeMk3 on August 03, 2008, 06:05:42 PM
I don't carry on a day-to-day basis, but around the house I have a Ruger P-345DP loaded with 230 gr. ball rounds.
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Rich46yo on August 03, 2008, 06:37:19 PM
Seems like everyone prefers not to be undergunned. There are several mentioned Ive always had an interest in, unfortunatly Im a slave to Dept. regulations as to what I can carry both on and off. It used to be they had a sense of humor about it but now its all a big deal.

I always wanted a Walther PPK just cause they are so cool. I think when I retire Im going to treat myself to one.
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Slamfire on August 03, 2008, 07:16:32 PM
Street = S&W model 442 .38 Spc+
Home = Remington 870 Pump Shotgun 12ga
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Slamfire on August 03, 2008, 07:18:49 PM
Springfield XD Compact and Kimber Pro Carry II both in .45 ACP. If I make it to the car there will be a Thompson making oh so sweet music.

I'm very eager to try out an XD - a police officer friend of mine told me it's basically a mix of a 1911 and a Glock - the best of both worlds  :aok
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: MoeRon on August 03, 2008, 07:29:05 PM
Got a Ruger in the nightstand.  And this fall im getting a new Winchester Model 1892 John Wayne.  :salute

http://www.gatguns.com/WinchesterGuns.html (http://www.gatguns.com/WinchesterGuns.html)

Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Captain Virgil Hilts on August 03, 2008, 07:59:59 PM
Para Ordnance P-14-45. At home, there are a number of weapons, with more on the way. The wife has a Taurus 445. I'm planning on 1/2 dozen more by the end of the year.
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Rich46yo on August 03, 2008, 08:08:26 PM
I'm very eager to try out an XD - a police officer friend of mine told me it's basically a mix of a 1911 and a Glock - the best of both worlds  :aok

I have their Govt. model clone that I used to compete with. All their stuff is good and Ive heard a lot of good things about the XD.
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: REP0MAN on August 03, 2008, 08:52:42 PM
On Duty: Glock 21 .40cal 15rd High Cap mags X 3. Bishmaster AR-15 .223 full-auto patrol rifle. Mossberg 12 gag. shotgun.
Off Duty: Glock 27 also carried on duty as a BUG

Home defense, Ruger Blackhawk .45cal revolver in the nightstand. Wife has a S&W 9mm she carries CCW and at home.

Assortment of rifles and shotguns. Usually loaded. In safe.

Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Toad on August 03, 2008, 09:03:10 PM
I'm planning on 1/2 dozen more by the end of the year.

You must be betting that the Obamessiah is going to win. Am I wrong?
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Captain Virgil Hilts on August 03, 2008, 09:05:20 PM
You must be betting that the Obamessiah is going to win. Am I wrong?

Yes, actually. I am not yet convinced that his coronation is preordained. I'm just getting in a better position, and I have decided to pick up a few items I desire.
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: AAolds on August 03, 2008, 09:05:56 PM
My carry piece is a Kimber SIS Pro (in the home or in places like Kentucky) We in IL arent good nuff people to have the right for CCW according to our leaders infinite wisdom...........
My blaster is an Auto-Ord 1911 A1
My home offender is a WASR-10 aka AK-47.
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Capt.Joe on August 03, 2008, 09:08:46 PM
Being 16 i'm SOL on the CCW buuut i have a Remington 870 12ga i use at the gun club and my dad carries a Double Derringer in .22LR
(http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c312/alohajoe_/der_001.jpg)
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Toad on August 03, 2008, 09:12:44 PM
I have decided to pick up a few items I desire.

Always a good plan. I laid in a pair of DPMS M4 style Panthers in .308. I figure after the annointing, coronation and beatification I will be able to sell one for approximately 2X what I paid for the pair. I bought in at $550 each, unfired NIB and no, they aren't stolen. You just have to be in the right place at the right time.
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: AAolds on August 03, 2008, 09:16:05 PM
Re: Emperors Obama's rise.......I predict if he actually wins......... he wont complete the term of office.
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: acfireguy26 on August 03, 2008, 09:35:50 PM
I have a Springfield XD 45 service model , a Charles Daly 1911 45acp(my truck gun) , a taurus model 85 concealed hammer in 38spc(my wifes piece) , a Bushmaster M4 , a Romian made wasr 10 AK47 , mossberg 500 12gauge and about 14 or 15 others. Here are some .
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q37/acfireguy26/guns/hope018.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q37/acfireguy26/guns/hope019.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q37/acfireguy26/guns/001-1.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q37/acfireguy26/guns/Picture181.jpg)
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Rich46yo on August 04, 2008, 05:46:49 AM
Outstanding line up Acfire. :salute
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: evenhaim on August 04, 2008, 06:36:48 AM
fireace prepping for a war? :lol
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Captain Virgil Hilts on August 04, 2008, 07:27:01 AM
Always a good plan. I laid in a pair of DPMS M4 style Panthers in .308. I figure after the annointing, coronation and beatification I will be able to sell one for approximately 2X what I paid for the pair. I bought in at $550 each, unfired NIB and no, they aren't stolen. You just have to be in the right place at the right time.

Nice buy on the 308's. One thing I'm going to pick up will be an AR-10. I'm never in the right place at the right time.
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: lazs2 on August 04, 2008, 08:25:56 AM
For travel and nightstand use the Kimber custom eclipse in 45 is always around full of hyrdoshoks.   I have a cut down to 4" Ruger redhawk in 44 mag that I really like and shoot a lot.    For ease of carry I have a Smith and Wesson 360 PD in .357 full of 125 federal hollow points..  this is a 12 oz revolver that fits in a front pocket and is no more trouble to carry than a cell phone.   It is a whole new world of recoil tho.. especially since I replaced the sticky, useless, rubber grips with smooth eagle wood ones.

For long guns I have a couple of Winchester 97 shotguns in long and trench gun variations.. they work as good now as they ever did..  I have a mini 14 in .223 and an M1 garand and a few mausers and the odd smle and such.

lazs
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Talon07 on August 04, 2008, 08:29:45 AM
Wow. The guns you american can have are amazing. Here in Australia you have to have a license and a reason that's NOT home defence to own a firearm. Last I checked anyways.
oh and for the record Australia had average say 100 deaths per year by guns. The U.S.A. has something like 10000 average. Interesting to note.
Regards FBClaw
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: DiabloTX on August 04, 2008, 08:35:09 AM
Love gun.

Unfortunately my wife thinks it has a sawed-off barrel.
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: bcadoo on August 04, 2008, 08:38:35 AM
I'm very eager to try out an XD - a police officer friend of mine told me it's basically a mix of a 1911 and a Glock - the best of both worlds  :aok

I love my XD-40!
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Charon on August 04, 2008, 09:34:24 AM
Quote
oh and for the record Australia had average say 100 deaths per year by guns. The U.S.A. has something like 10000 average. Interesting to note.

How many deaths did you have on average before your government took most of your guns away a decade or so ago? Mexico has far more restrictive gun laws and gun ownership compared to the US, and the last time I checked they had a higher per capita homicide rate as well. All relative.

Charon
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: superpug1 on August 04, 2008, 09:37:04 AM
My truck gun is a 1908 Smith and Wesson copy of a Webley chambered in 38 S&W.

Though I think it may not be a wise move to show everyone the full extent of a gun collection. Mine is . . . sufficient.
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: BBBB on August 04, 2008, 10:16:37 AM
 The only guns loaded in my home right now are my Beretta CX4 9mm (92 mod) which has a reflex sight mounted and a Surefire E2D LED Defender mounted on board, my police model 92FS Beretta with the Trijicon night sights. Those two guns are my HD/SHTF guns. They use the same caliber and mags. Since we are now in the hottest month in Ga I am carrying my little S&W .357 snubby, loaded with 38+P GDHP. In the cooler months I go back to a Sig 229 9mm set up.

 Everything else is locked up in the safe.
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Baitman on August 04, 2008, 11:17:38 AM
Love gun.

Unfortunately my wife thinks it has a sawed-off barrel.

Same here :rofl :rofl :rofl
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Steve on August 04, 2008, 11:25:24 AM
I carry an XD .45 Bitone, the full sized version. I'm big enough that an IWB carry w/ a T shirt over it will conceal it. For home I have a Kimber Stainless Goldmatch in .45.
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Maverick on August 04, 2008, 12:18:12 PM
Re: Emperors Obama's rise.......I predict if he actually wins......... he wont complete the term of office.

I don't know why you say that. So far there is no real indication he will tap hillary for a running mate.
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Steve on August 04, 2008, 12:19:39 PM
I don't know why you say that. So far there is no real indication he will tap hillary for a running mate.

Obama is not electible. He could make this more definitive fo rthe masses by picking Hillary though. :)
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: FX1 on August 04, 2008, 12:39:54 PM
Wow. The guns you american can have are amazing. Here in Australia you have to have a license and a reason that's NOT home defence to own a firearm. Last I checked anyways.
oh and for the record Australia had average say 100 deaths per year by guns. The U.S.A. has something like 10000 average. Interesting to note.
Regards FBClaw


Australia Population: 20,434,176 (July 2007 est.)

Texas Population, 2006 estimate  23,507,783

USA Population, 2006 estimate 299,398,484

Think before you post...



Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Cthulhu on August 04, 2008, 01:05:25 PM
Glock 27 (.40) compact for carry. Glock 21 (.45) at home with 13+1 rds to get me to the safe...  Then the gloves come off.

Wow. The guns you american can have are amazing. Here in Australia you have to have a license and a reason that's NOT home defence to own a firearm. Last I checked anyways.
oh and for the record Australia had average say 100 deaths per year by guns. The U.S.A. has something like 10000 average. Interesting to note.
Regards FBClaw
Australia, where convenience stores are now robbed with bricks, machetes, and golf clubs. :rolleyes:
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: FX1 on August 04, 2008, 01:05:48 PM
Not to stray from the tread.

Carry gun: Glock 19

Stock: Glock 35 <--

Blaster: STI edge

Open Gun: STI grand master

Home zombie killer: Benelli m1 9 shot of 00 love <--

Safe: Charles daily lower AR15 with a Wilson combat upper

Hunting Firearms

Win 101 12GA
Beretta silver pigeon King ranch edition 28GA
Browning A-bolt 300win
2 Remington 700 pre 76 .270 <--
Savage heavy barrel Model 12BVSS 22.250 zeiss optics
Remington 1100 12GA, 20GA
Ruger 1 25-06
Remington 700 .222
Marling 45-70 guide gun (LLano Express) <--

Fun Guns

(The twin, Pair up Ruger Mk III Hunters both with C-more) Those could be the most enjoyable guns to shoot.
Ruger 10-22
Remington Speedmaster
Rossi pump
Winchester 1918 .22

<-- Firearms that travel with me to the ranch. I am a bow hunter so I don't use firearms on Deer or other game animals. Pigs are open season so i blast them...





Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Slamfire on August 04, 2008, 01:10:00 PM
Glock 21 (.45) at home with 13+1 rds to get me to the safe...  Then the gloves come off.

Hehehe - same deal here...  I've always been tempted to put up a little notice at my front door :
"TRESSPASSERS WILL BE SHOT.  SURVIVORS, SHOT AGAIN"

(But I worry that it would be used against me in court so it's a no-go)
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Baitman on August 04, 2008, 01:54:55 PM
Australia Population: 20,434,176 (July 2007 est.)

Texas Population, 2006 estimate  23,507,783

USA Population, 2006 estimate 299,398,484

Think before you post...





Per Capita they have a lower rate of death via guns

Aus 20,434,176 / 100 = 1 in 204,341.76

US 299,398,484 / 10,000 = 1 in 29,939.8484

I think that is what he is trying to say (I just used numbers of this post didn't check for accuracy "I know they are inaccurate")

 :aok
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: acfireguy26 on August 04, 2008, 01:57:38 PM
fireace prepping for a war? :lol
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q37/acfireguy26/guns/003.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q37/acfireguy26/guns/002.jpg)
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Terror on August 04, 2008, 03:53:22 PM
Carry:  Glock 26 w/Winchester Ranger SXT 9mm 127gr +P+ JHP

Home:  Glock 37 w/Winchester Ranger SXT 45GAP 230GR JHP

Competition:  Glock34 w/Remington UMC 9mm 147gr FMC Truncated

Fun:  Ruger GP100 .357Mag Revolver w/anything cheap .357mag or .38spc

Terror
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Rich46yo on August 04, 2008, 04:17:48 PM
Wow. The guns you american can have are amazing. Here in Australia you have to have a license and a reason that's NOT home defence to own a firearm. Last I checked anyways.
oh and for the record Australia had average say 100 deaths per year by guns. The U.S.A. has something like 10000 average. Interesting to note.
Regards FBClaw


Thanks for chirping into our gun discussion Claw.

But I dont remember anyone talking about Australia or inviting your statistical analisys. Yaknow it seems whenever we try to have an American gun discussion here some condescending foreign bonehead breaks in with his stats.
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: redman555 on August 04, 2008, 04:32:44 PM
I have a Springfield XD 45 service model , a Charles Daly 1911 45acp(my truck gun) , a taurus model 85 concealed hammer in 38spc(my wifes piece) , a Bushmaster M4 , a Romian made wasr 10 AK47 , mossberg 500 12gauge and about 14 or 15 others. Here are some .
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q37/acfireguy26/guns/hope018.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q37/acfireguy26/guns/hope019.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q37/acfireguy26/guns/001-1.jpg)
(http://i132.photobucket.com/albums/q37/acfireguy26/guns/Picture181.jpg)

dang fireguy! u goin to war?

-BigBOBCH
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: mensa180 on August 04, 2008, 04:55:14 PM
Nice collection acfireguy.
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Gunthr on August 04, 2008, 04:59:03 PM
Most of the time its a Kel-Tec .380 w/ct laser sight loaded w/Speer Gold dots in a back pocket Guru Dave holster, runs perfectly

the rest of the time, a S&W model 60 .38 cal 5-shot loaded with hydroshocks, pretty good condition

I'd be willing to trade both these plus whatever for a S&W 340PD...


Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: FrodeMk3 on August 04, 2008, 06:39:27 PM
Thanks for chirping into our gun discussion Claw.

But I dont remember anyone talking about Australia or inviting your statistical analisys. Yaknow it seems whenever we try to have an American gun discussion here some condescending foreign bonehead breaks in with his stats.

I'm sure this one's gonna get merged into General Gun Discussion soon, so I guess it's post now or never time...To tell you the truth, Rich, The subject of European, Australian, and other foreign gun laws' have come up in seperate threads' on this BBS, started by people from those places, and initially being discussed by people from those aformentioned places, when the U.S. members' of this board descended on them with statistics and rhetoric about the failure of gun control outside the U.S. In a way, I partly believe this has alienated a portion of the community to the point that yes, they will jump in and take a swing at American gun ownership whenever it's brought up on the forum here.

That said, hope there's not another flame war that hijacks' this thread any worse than it already is...
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Rich46yo on August 04, 2008, 07:08:30 PM
I dont care Frodo. We were having a general gun discussion among Yanks and nobody has the right to downtalk us when the subject matter isnt crime, or stats, or whatever. Its at a point where Im about to avoid these entirely because, in my eyes, theres always some European or Asian or whatever, barging in with negative comments about America and our culture.

You would never see me doing the same if the shoe was on the other foot. And I dont doubt that some Yanks do also show disrespect in a tit for tat. Make no mistake, Im proud to be a hunter, gun owner, target shooter, and an American!

I dont need anyone to tell me about crime in America cause Ive had knee high boots wadeing in it for 25 years. I sure as hell dont need an Australian to do so.

If we can go back to talking guns then fine. If this turns into another INTL "we better then you" thread then Im gone.

We are different here in that we believe the rights of the law abiding shouldnt be infringed due to the actions of criminals. And we must have done something right in this country, "ya think"?
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: mbailey on August 04, 2008, 07:46:37 PM
 Carry gun- Kimber Pro Carry in 45acp, Sig 225 in 9mm, HK 45 DAO  ( depends on what im wearing) I always use   CorBon ammo.

 My ammo eaters are
2 HK MP5s 9mm  1 M2 carbine 30 cal.  1 Thompson 45acp ( yes i have the proper Federal Stamps)

Home defence Benelli M4 and M1. Also have a Springfield M1A all done up ( when you really have to reach out there  :D

IPSC- Started its life as a Les Baer, now its fully customized by Evolution Gun Works ( they build guns for Doug Koenig the former IPSC champ) only the frame is Les Baer now. Chambered in 45acp

IDPA- Sig all the way  :aok   228 and 229

Hunting- Misc Sako rifles in 4 different calibers from 308 to 338win mag. 1 Lazzeroni chambered in 7.62 Warbird ( think of it as a 308 doing over 4000fps) All have Swarovski scopes.

Hunting Shot guns- The Mossberg 500 that my dad got me ( honestly my favorite of them all, thing is a friggin Timex-- takes a licking and keeps on ticking) I swear that $250.00 Shot gun will be used by my son, his son, his son ETC.  Beretta O/U  for Sporting Clays    Parker SxS (Inherited)

German drilling chambered in 16ga on top and 9.73R on the bottom. Liberated by my uncle in Germany during WWII, farmer tried to shoot him with it ( unfortunatly he forgot it was unloaded, happy ending though, im sure the farmer lived to a ripe old age)

Oh yea  1 Browning Safe, built into my office wall  :D

Did i mention that i work Part time in a Gun store / indoor range, mainly to support my habit  LOL
 
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Talon07 on August 05, 2008, 04:22:03 AM
I dont care Frodo. We were having a general gun discussion among Yanks and nobody has the right to downtalk us when the subject matter isnt crime, or stats, or whatever. Its at a point where Im about to avoid these entirely because, in my eyes, theres always some European or Asian or whatever, barging in with negative comments about America and our culture.

You would never see me doing the same if the shoe was on the other foot. And I dont doubt that some Yanks do also show disrespect in a tit for tat. Make no mistake, Im proud to be a hunter, gun owner, target shooter, and an American!

I dont need anyone to tell me about crime in America cause Ive had knee high boots wadeing in it for 25 years. I sure as hell dont need an Australian to do so.

If we can go back to talking guns then fine. If this turns into another INTL "we better then you" thread then Im gone.

We are different here in that we believe the rights of the law abiding shouldnt be infringed due to the actions of criminals. And we must have done something right in this country, "ya think"?

You appear to have taken my comment in the worse possible sense and not how it was intended at all. I believe in my post in this thread (which i believe I'm free to do irrespective of the country I live in) I admired the collections you american firearms owners are allowed to have. I'm still amazed at some of the examples and arsenal's pictured and talked about in this thread. The reason I mentioned gun control here at all is because I'd never be able to own half of the weapons in this thread. The statistics I mentioned were to the best of my recollection and possibly not entirely accurate. But don't make the mistake of assuming that I was trying to downtalk or make negative comments about america or their firearms policies. If you think that an Australian who is interested in a thread on firearms collections is the USA isn't allowed to post a small mostly neutral comment then I feel that you have something against australians or me in particular.
Regards FBClaw
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: lyric1 on August 05, 2008, 04:40:01 AM
None.
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: acfireguy26 on August 05, 2008, 09:07:36 AM
dang fireguy! u goin to war?

-BigBOBCH
Sis pacis , instruo pro bellum.

Nice collection acfireguy.
Thank you.
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: lazs2 on August 05, 2008, 09:20:35 AM
talon.. you are welcome to post in any gun thread I make but...  don't try to pretend now that your mostly negative hollier than thou post was "neutral".   It was nothing of the sort.

I think that your post... like most negative your-0-peean (anyone not American) posts are the result of extreme jealousy and the urge to force socialism on Americans.

I am sorry if you take the mostly neutral post above in any negative way.

lazs
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: SpazMan on August 05, 2008, 10:49:04 AM
I carry a Ruger P95 DC 9mm. At home I have a Remmington 870 Magum and a Winchester 32 Special.... :D
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: SpazMan on August 05, 2008, 10:50:57 AM
Wow. The guns you american can have are amazing. Here in Australia you have to have a license and a reason that's NOT home defence to own a firearm. Last I checked anyways.
oh and for the record Australia had average say 100 deaths per year by guns. The U.S.A. has something like 10000 average. Interesting to note.
Regards FBClaw


What's the population in Australia compared to the U.S. ?
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Golfer on August 05, 2008, 10:51:21 AM
Oops thought I posted in this thread not the general gun thread...

I carry a Kimber Ultra Carry II in .45ACP
(http://www.kimberamerica.com/images/pistols/large_stainlessultracarry2.jpg)


http://www.kimberamerica.com/pistols/ultracarry/stainless_ultra_carry_II/

Laser grips and night sights are next  :)
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: SpazMan on August 05, 2008, 10:58:03 AM
Oops thought I posted in this thread not the general gun thread...

I carry a Kimber Ultra Carry II in .45ACP
(http://www.kimberamerica.com/images/pistols/large_stainlessultracarry2.jpg)


http://www.kimberamerica.com/pistols/ultracarry/stainless_ultra_carry_II/

Laser grips and night sights are next  :)

Nice piece. I've been looking to upgrade from my 9mm, how does the Kimber preform? I've heard the are the best when it comes to .45's. I've also had my eye on a Desert Eagle .44. Any feed back would be helpful.... :aok
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Golfer on August 05, 2008, 11:06:15 AM
It's the best firing handgun I own.  Smooth and reliable.  Firing it you would never know it was a .45 as far as recoil goes.  Standing back from the firing line without hearing protection there is little doubt that it means business however.

The picture as it shows up on my laptop is not much smaller than the actual gun.  It's very compact, holds 7+1 and is not cumbersome as long as you're familiar with how a 1911 works.  Single action only and a safety that only works with the hammer pulled back (that doesn't sit well with some folks and some range goers don't understand this) come to mind.

That said Kimber knows how to make a 1911.  Built very well and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this particular pistol to anyone looking for a carry gun.  It's pricey especially compared to an XD or M&P but that's apples to oranges.  I bought it as a replacement to a .380 Walther PPK.
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: SpazMan on August 05, 2008, 02:14:12 PM
Thanks for the information. I was at Gander Mountain last week looking at the Kimber .45's and you're right they aren't cheap, which is no problem if they're worth it. You're the second person that recommended the Kimber as a good pistol worth the money. Thanks for the input....... :salute
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: mbailey on August 05, 2008, 04:22:31 PM
Oops thought I posted in this thread not the general gun thread...

I carry a Kimber Ultra Carry II in .45ACP
(http://www.kimberamerica.com/images/pistols/large_stainlessultracarry2.jpg)


http://www.kimberamerica.com/pistols/ultracarry/stainless_ultra_carry_II/

Laser grips and night sights are next  :)

As you can see in my previous posting, my main carry weapon is a Kimber Pro Carry, they truly are awesome firearms.
Golfer, if you get a chance pick up some Wilson Mags for your Kimber, you wont be disappointed. If you need a hand finding them PM me, i work PT in a gun shop, we have a huge selection and im glad to help u find em.

 :salute
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Rich46yo on August 05, 2008, 04:30:29 PM
You appear to have taken my comment in the worse possible sense and not how it was intended at all. I believe in my post in this thread (which i believe I'm free to do irrespective of the country I live in) I admired the collections you american firearms owners are allowed to have. I'm still amazed at some of the examples and arsenal's pictured and talked about in this thread. The reason I mentioned gun control here at all is because I'd never be able to own half of the weapons in this thread. The statistics I mentioned were to the best of my recollection and possibly not entirely accurate. But don't make the mistake of assuming that I was trying to downtalk or make negative comments about america or their firearms policies. If you think that an Australian who is interested in a thread on firearms collections is the USA isn't allowed to post a small mostly neutral comment then I feel that you have something against australians or me in particular.
Regards FBClaw


Oh please.  :huh Here in case you forgot what you posted.

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Wow. The guns you american can have are amazing. Here in Australia you have to have a license and a reason that's NOT home defence to own a firearm. Last I checked anyways.
oh and for the record Australia had average say 100 deaths per year by guns. The U.S.A. has something like 10000 average. Interesting to note.
Regards FBClaw

Ive never owned a Kimber but have heard so many positives about them maybe one day.

Ive been shooting since I was 9yo, archery since I was 7yo. My Dad always had firearms and taught me to use them but primarily I was brought up a bow hunter. I love all kinds of shooting. Clays, handgun, long range rifle, combat. I also have a passion for developing surpremely accurate rifle loads.
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Talon07 on August 05, 2008, 05:55:50 PM
Ok. You guys win. I retract anything I've said about statistics and gun deaths. Seems you guys are right. But the first half of my initial post was not meant as downtalk just a point to note. Lazs what you say is sort of true about jealousy and what not but only sort of. I'm envious of some of these collections and I realise that my country would never allow them. I'm sorry if I offended anyone or anyone took my post the wrong way. Back on topic some of these gun collections are really cool. Just wish I knew a little bit more about firearms to post more input.
My friendlyier regards
FBClaw
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Spikes on August 05, 2008, 07:17:27 PM
I am an avid hunter, mainly waterfowl, so I've got plenty of rifles, shotguns, and the like. My dad's truck is specially modded to carry a shotgun in an area of the truck that I will leave undefined. Unloaded, of course. I don't carry a gun on me, but I have 4 or 5 shotguns, a couple .270 rifles, and smaller arms like pistol, .22 caliber, etc.
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Halo on August 06, 2008, 11:11:21 PM
I don't carry, but home defense primary is Springfield XD .45 ACP with Glock laser/light backed up by Stoeger Coach 12-gauge shotgun. 
Title: Re: What gun ?
Post by: Jester on August 06, 2008, 11:58:39 PM
Ruger P-95 9mm

For Serious situations:

AKM 7.62 x39 Long barrel
Remmington 870 12ga. 3 1/2" "Street Sweeper"

Hunting:

Several Remmington 1100 12ga
Remmington 870 Wingmaster 20ga
Harrington & Richardson Model 176 10ga.
Marlin 22LR Rifle
Winchester 22LR Rifle
Ruger Model 1022 Rifle
Winchester Sportsman 22cal pistol
Junkar .45 cal Black Powder Kentucky Rifle

Historical:
Armical .577 Enfield 1863 3 band rifle (replica)