Just excited

[expat]

So I found out - Glocks are harder to load cartridges into the magazine than the Sig's. Liked the feel of the Sig better but its an old model.

Sam found out the 9mm was a little intimidating and preferred the .22

Loved this opportunity. Will go again. Sam really started to get in the zone and was shooting quickly, confidently and accurately it seemed.

[Robinhood4x4]

Yeah, I must have had you confused with somebody else.

Most double stack magazines are kinda hard to load. Since I shoot competition, I need to reload a lot and the uplula helps keep your fingers from hurting.

http://www.maglula.com/

[bulldog]

Originally Posted by Robinhood4x4

Yeah, I must have had you confused with somebody else.

Most double stack magazines are kinda hard to load. Since I shoot competition, I need to reload a lot and the uplula helps keep your fingers from hurting.

http://www.maglula.com/

Very cool, they even have a pink one now for the real men out there

[BlairB]

Originally Posted by expat

Don't leave me hanging Blair. What have you bought and what do you own already?

I am picking up a Sig SP2022.

My normal toy is an AR-15. It is a great platform, and building/modifying them is very very addicting. I am thinking of starting a 7.62 or 9mm AR budget build sometime soon (my spare parts are building up and staring at me). Also have the Marlin 795. I think everyone should own a 795, Model 60 or 10/22! Fun .22 to plink around with.

I will try to get some new photos of my AR sometime this week.

[darkie3495]

Originally Posted by BlairB

I am picking up a Sig SP2022.

My normal toy is an AR-15. It is a great platform, and building/modifying them is very very addicting. I am thinking of starting a 7.62 or 9mm AR budget build sometime soon (my spare parts are building up and staring at me). Also have the Marlin 795. I think everyone should own a 795, Model 60 or 10/22! Fun .22 to plink around with.

I will try to get some new photos of my AR sometime this week.

I hear you about the AR's. I'm finishing up my second. I've been debating between a 10/22 or building a dedicated .22 upper for plinking.

[A10MileHusker]

That's awesome!

As a son of a father who took me hunting as a kid, I will say its one of the best man-to-man, father-to-son, life lessons I have ever learned.

Knowledge on guns, is much more than just the gun. Its learning to be responsible with something so powerful and using it as a hobby rather than a means.

When I have kids, who knows when at this point , it will be something I do with my son if I have one. Such a bond.

Congratulations!

Sent from my DROID RAZR using Tapatalk 2

[expat]

Originally Posted by BlairB

I am picking up a Sig SP2022. I found the 2022 for $544. Did you get a better price elsewhere?

I will try to get some new photos of my AR sometime this week. Yes please!

[MCL68]

Originally Posted by BlairB

I am picking up a Sig SP2022.

My normal toy is an AR-15. It is a great platform, and building/modifying them is very very addicting. I am thinking of starting a 7.62 or 9mm AR budget build sometime soon (my spare parts are building up and staring at me). Also have the Marlin 795. I think everyone should own a 795, Model 60 or 10/22! Fun .22 to plink around with.

I will try to get some new photos of my AR sometime this week.

They must love you in San Francisco.

[BlairB]

Originally Posted by darkie3495

I hear you about the AR's. I'm finishing up my second. I've been debating between a 10/22 or building a dedicated .22 upper for plinking.

If you build a .22 upper, I would pick up a New Frontier complete lower and then you could have another rifle! Polymer, I know, but you could get it for around $100.

Another option, which I have, is a .22 drop in conversion. Not as accurate, but it is fine for plinking!

Originally Posted by MCL_68

They must love you in San Francisco.

Oh they do!

[darkie3495]

Originally Posted by BlairB

If you build a .22 upper, I would pick up a New Frontier complete lower and then you could have another rifle! Polymer, I know, but you could get it for around $100.

Another option, which I have, is a .22 drop in conversion. Not as accurate, but it is fine for plinking!

i considered the upper only because I like the idea of using the same trigger group that I have in my 5.56. Or i can get a S&W 15/22 if I wanted a polymer .22. Honestly, I'll probably end up with the conversion and put money toward my 308.

Sorry for the off topic banter, expat. I blame DawgRunner

[t4rman]

That's awesome. Props for spending time with your kid.

[java230]

congrats! he will get used to the bigger calibers as he gains some confience. my wife loves 9mm now, thinks the 10/22 is boring and doesnt like the 556, my 556 rilfe is just under 5 lbs, so it kicks like a mule!

[DawgRunner]

Mark, a .22 pistol is great for him to start off with. Little recoil, good for getting down the fundamentals of grip, sight picture, breathing and trigger squeeze. Ammo is cheap enough you can shoot all day. I have a feeling though, that once the both of you are hooked, you're going to want something more "substantial". If you ever plan on getting a 1911 .45, the Browning 1911-22 would be a good weapon to transition from since the grip and safety is similar.

Here are a few to consider:

Ruger SR22 Retail $399


Ruger Mark III Standard Retail $379


Browning BuckmarkRetail $419.99


Browning 1911-22 Retail $599.99


Another option is getting a full size 1911 and also a .22 conversion slide. Two guns in one, the best of both worlds.

Kimber 1911


.22 slide conversion

Originally Posted by darkie3495

Honestly, I'll probably end up with the conversion and put money toward my 308.
Sorry for the off topic banter, expat. I blame DawgRunner

Darkie, just for you brother

[expat]

Dave - Thx! That Ruger Sr22 looks just perfect for son. We have been reading up on it and sounds like a great entry target pistol.

We had a few LAPD guys with us at Big Bear Braii last weekend and they showed me a selection. I have to speak to Tim or his friend Mark (both really great guys!) about his carry pistol. I forgot the details but it felt very comfortable to me. Will post details when I get them.

I guess I better get a license!

[darkie3495]

Originally Posted by expat

Dave - Thx! That Ruger Sr22 looks just perfect for son. We have been reading up on it and sounds like a great entry target pistol.

Great choice!! I'm picking one up for my gf to introduce her to shooting and practice the fundamentals.

Originally Posted by DawgRunner

Darkie, just for you brother

You just had to, didn't you? Picked up a 22lr conversion kit yesterday. So, now onto saving my . If I don't build, my local shop has a few of these in stock:

[DawgRunner]

Originally Posted by darkie3495

Thats like XXX gun porn!

[MCL68]

Sorry I coudn't resist.

I got your XXX gun porn right here! .50 BMG baby!

[BlairB]

It even has the Barrett BORS.... Oh man.

[MCL68]

Originally Posted by BlairB

It even has the Barrett BORS.... Oh man.

For the price of a used 4runner, my dream machine, if I ever move away from the PRK to a Non Restrictive State.

FDE (COLOR) 10 RD. Mag, Bipod, Monopod, hard case, and cleaning kit:

29" barrel, Leupold Scope, BORS, Barrett Ultra High Rings..............$14,769 retail.

[bulldog]

You guys are having way too much fun

I don't think Mark or his son is ready to go to war , but just looking for something small caliber to start with.