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I recently aquired a Rock River CAR-15. I have a holographic optic (kind of an Eotech rip-off) but I also want to have some accuracy at longer ranges. I think the best plan is to get a magnifier for the optic I already have. The magnifier mounts just behind the holographic optic so when you...

Im sorry if this is a rehash, but I swear I used the search function and couldn't find the answer. Does anyone know the chronological progression of the modifications to the 1911? I know that the A1 model was made in 1926 and included the arched mainspring housing, shortened trigger, relief...

Anyone heard/know anything about D&H Industries AR Mags? I've found some for cheap ($10 and some change/each) but I don't want to waste my money if they don't work.

For those that like to pay attention to politics - The SD state legislature is currently debating a bill to prevent college campuses from proclaiming themselves a "gun free zone". As is this a firearms forum, I won't waste your time explaining why properly licenced adults should be allowed to...

Does anyone have any suggestions for a light weight shoulder rig that won't print through a lined wind-breaker? It will be carrying a PPK/S so it doesn't need to be overly burly. The key is the back straps, they can't be thick or padded or have heavy seams.

With the posibility of dramatic anti-"assault" weapon bans in the near future, Im looking to buy an AK. I have a few questions. It seems that the country of orrigin must be important since it is always mentioned. "Bulgarian AK for sale", "Yougoslavian AK parts" etc etc. Are there good...

I have a Springfield 1903 I bought from the CMP a few years ago. With the exception of a refinished stock, it is 100% orriginal. I'm thinking of mounting a scope of some sort, but I'd like to keep the gun looking as orriginal as possible. Thus here are my questions. 1) Did the US military...

Im looking to buy a medium frame revolver. It would be used for home defense and range shooting. Probably not much CCW since I have some other better options already. I've narrowed it down to the S&W 686 or a Ruger GP100 - both with 4 inch barrels. The S&W is about $200 more. I rented one of...

I've been trying to access Smith and Wesson's website and Ruger's website for several hours. Neither of them are working. Seems odd that the websites for the two biggest revolver makers in the world would go down at the same time. Has anyone heard any buzz as to why? Anyone know how long the...

I know I've seen a picture of balistics gell shots for various calibers (9mm, .40, .45) Believe me, I've searched and searched the threads but I just can't find it! Any help?

There is a lot of speculation, myth, and legend associated with The Geneva Convention treaties (GCTs for this thread) and how they relate to firearms and weapons of war. For example, when I was a medic in Iraq, I was told by my Brigade Sergent Major that I could not carry an M249 SAW because...

Does anyone know the process to become an NRA certified instructor? I am a member of the Civil Air Patrol. (For those of you that arent familiar, its like the boyscouts and junior ROTC combined) There is a Marksmanship award that the kids can earn, but the rules say a certified NRA instructor...

I read the rules plus the moderator post that states no "end of the world, etc" threads, and I never really found anything about jokes. Granted, any jokes would have to be firearm related. With that being said, here is a funny one I recieved in my email from a cop-friend. A man awakes in the...

So my girlfriend got this pistol from her dad. She remembers him having it when she was "a little kid" so the production date is probably in the mid to late '70's. I know its a Browning Challenger. What I don't know is if it is a model 1, 2, or 3. I imagine some of you will look at it and...

Im looking at getting a 22 plinker. But if there is one thing I hate in this world, its reloading mags. Does anyone know of any hi cap .22 LRs?

I know it varies from state to state, but in many states, private property owners can post "no guns" signs or something similar, but that sign carries the same legal weight as a "no shirt no shoes no service" sign. If you carry a gun onto said premises, you arent commiting a "gun crime". The...

Hey all, I re-enlisted and got a good bonus!!:D Now its time to buy the AR I've always wanted before Osama, I mean Obama, cons millions into voting for him by simply repeating the words "Hope" and "Change" a thousand times. Problem is, there are a MILLION options!! I know I want a M4...

Hey all, My girlfriend has been going to the range with me for over a year and has become one hell of a shooter. I'm in the Army and often spend extended periods away from home, so she would like a carry gun of her own. She shoots my HK USPc 40 very well, but thinks the recoil is a little too...

How do YOU carry concealed? 2 O'Clock or 4 O'Clock? IWB or OWB? Maybe a shoulder rig? Belly Band, Thunderwear, Ankle holster? Tell us your stories about what worked and what didn't. What guns work well in what situation but maybe not so well in others. This isn't a "best carry gun" thread, its a...

Im looking for a small pistol for CCW. I currently carry a HK UPSc .40 Great gun but big enough that it can be hard to conceal sometimes. I know the Children of the Glocks are going to attack me en mass for this, but I prefer a CCW with a thumb safety. Im leaning towards a Walther PPK in...