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I've been wondering about possible advancements in firearms technology. We all know that sound suppressors are illegal, unless they are registered, etc. etc. But, has anyone ever tried to come up with a cartridge that is "low noise"? What if a good portion of the sound generated from the...

Handgun technology has been stagnent for almost 40 years. HK came out with the first commercially available polymer framed pistol, not Glock. The VP70 is an 18-round, semi-automatic and even had three-round burst capablity It was introduced in 1970 and predated the Glock 17 by 12 years...

I saw a 12 gauge O/U Winchester the other day that said "FN Belgium". It was priced around $850, used. I didn't realize that FN was producing O/U's for Winchester in Belgium. It was a nice looking gun, the action seemed to be very nicely fit to the wood stock and it seemed well balanced. It...

I was browsing around on Gunbroker and came across a complete kit to build a full auto open bolt Mac 10...all parts, receiver - everything including the drill bits. :eek: http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=154083699 Now, I know that this thing isn't YET a functioning gun, but...

I know this was a slow board, but there was some excelent information on that website specifically for folks with AC556's - looks like the board is closed. Anyone know what happened?

I'm seriously considering purchasing one of the stainless steel frame Sig P226 pistols. My first choice (funds permitting) would be the Sig X-Five with the adjustable trigger. But, I might be just as happy with the Sig X-Five (non adjustable trigger) or even an all stainless P226, if I can...

For all of you Deagle fans out there - does anyone know why Magnum Research stopped producing the .440 Cor bon Barrels? In fact, I recall that they advertised the .440 Cor bon format for years after they decided not to make them any longer. Does anyone have any information on this?

I've never test fired any gun before buying it. However, I've heard it mentioned serveral times in other threads that some folks won't buy a gun unless they can test fire it. I can understand how this would work with common caliber Glocks, Sigs, and other common guns that gun shops might have...

I just wanted to report my thoughts on a gunshow I attended this weekend. Just some observations and trends that I noticed. 1. AR15's - the quantity of AR15's, accessories, lower receivers and upper receivers was overwhelming. I'm not in the market for an AR15, but if I were, I'd be...

If a person shoots and kills a bad guy in self defense, does the law require the shooter to turn himself in to the police? Or even report the incident? The reason I ask this is because it seems contrary to the Constitutional right to the 5th Amendment where a person is not required to divulge...

It seems to me that it would be very easy to replace the hammer and trigger mechanism in a pistol with an electronic firing mechanism. A Solenoid could act as the hammer, and the trigger would be a mere switch between two electrical contacts. I believe that battery technology is there to make...

Are there any custom shops out there that makes custom replacement sideplates for the Beretta 687 series guns?

Here's what I'm looking for - extraordinary, high-end modern semi-auto handguns. When I say "modern", I mean basically anything from the mid '80's to the present. Just list what you consider to be the best of the best. For me, there are several "high-end" handguns that intrigue me: Sphynx...

Here's an idea. What if someone invented a buttstock that didn't attach to the an AR pistol, but instead, strapped on or attached to your shoulder like clothing, permitting you to "rest" the buffer tube on the dohickamajiggie attached to your shoulder. Since it's just a piece of clothing and...

I was recently reading a novel by author Stephen King. Twice he described a gun as a Beretta Taurus 92. I think whoever did the research for him on guns either screwed up, or he screwed up. I got a good chuckle out of this while I was reading. My question is this - would any of you who are...

I've seen many beautiful guns and gun photos on these forums. But, what about an "ugliest gun" contest? I figure that if you are posting a picture of your own "ugliest" gun, that no one would get offended by off-hand comments about it. Just wondering if there would be any point or interest in...

I just read the most comprehensive article I've seen on exactly why the AR15/M16 is a poor military weapon. In my opinion, this is a MUST READ for anyone thinking of buying an AR15 http://www.madogre.com/interviews/Hate_the_AR15.htm Just a few of the reasons explained by the writer as to why...

I was just wondering if anyone has read the latest Rifleman. It has an excelent article on the different trigger systems used in revolvers and semi-auto pistols, and their histories. This is about the most comprehensive piece I've ever seen written on this subject. If you haven't read it...

I've noticed that a number of threads have been locked because of "partisan politics". While I don't mean to break any of the rules in this regard, I've checked the rules and believe that I and others have been fully compliant. The only rule that I found even discussing politics says: "If you...

The point of this thread is to have everyone reflect on all of the guns they've admired and possibly purchased and think about the last time you saw a unique gun that you just had to have. I mean one that really screamed "TAKE ME HOME"! Not a gun that you purchased for some practical reason...