My AR15 is finally in one piece!

[Joey Link]

im not really a gun person, what do you use a gun like that for? hunting? pest control? fishing? is it kinda like having a fast car, you dont have it out of need, you have it cause it is badass? i wanna get a gun when i turn 21 but not one of that caliber, something like a 9mm handgun.

I use it to put holes in paper, and train for the day I'd need to use it to defend myself or my loved ones, if that day should ever come. I believe in being prepared for as many different scenarios as possible, and training for those scenarios is a fun hobby in itself. There's a saying I believe in that goes something like "You're only paranoid until something happens, then you're prepared". I find it unbelievable how many people, especially around my age (26), are so naive, and have such a false sense of security, entitlement in some cases, and a mindset that the government or mom and dad will help them if anything goes wrong. We have modern scenarios that have played out recently that show that's just not the case, and in the end we will always be left to fend for ourselves if something goes very, very wrong. How many residents of New Orleans do you think wished they had this particular rifle during Katrina or the LA riots? How about a reserve of canned food, a few gallons of water, and appropriate clothing? I myself have always owned a running, driving 4x4, even if it was an $800 Toyota that sat around for most of the year. I wouldn't be surprised if a few people replied to this post saying I'm paranoid, but I guarantee those are the same people who would be begging me to help them out if such a scenario ever occurred. I think this ties in with personal responsibility, and I feel I'm responsible for my own well being.

Where are you guys getting your ar's from? everyone around here is having trouble getting them, one gun shop told most of the manufactures are backordered. I was going to trade in my mini-14 rr and my 10/22 + cash, but my shop sold his last one.

I shot my friends bushmaster superlight a few months ago, ever since ive been hooked. My mini-14 feels like crap ever since.. its like going from a chevy to a bmw.

Definitely look for private party deals. Most shops are either backordered or severely gouging their customers. Spikes raised the price of their stripped lowers from $115 to $189 overnight, which is why I'll never own one of their products. I'm fortunate in that I have many friends in the firearms world after years of making contacts, so I don't have to worry about it as much as others. I will say that I think the price is going to come down and/or level off after a while, as long as I'm correct in hoping Obama will address real problems and refrain from attacking our constitutional rights, at least for a while.

you going to put any optics on that bad boy?

I'm thinking I'll go with an AimPoint, but first I'd like to get Jenny's rifle built and get proficient with the irons :)

Local gun shops are the worst place to find one unless you live next to one of the larger distributors or manufacturing plants. Check AR15.com in Equipment Exchange and you will find dealers and private sales. The gun community is a small industry and its kind of got to be in the know to find the deals. Spend some time on the site listed and you will find those in the know. Just like finding car parts for your E30. You dont go to the dealer unless you just have to. Good luck!

Good advice from this guy!

yeah i had been wanting to get one for home protection. i dont think id get into competitions tho, i am a bad shot. i anticipate the shot and i lean into it causing my shots to be off.

There's quite a debate regarding using an AR for home defense, with some saying the bullets fragment before penetrating walls and some saying their velocity is so high you risk putting your neighbors and others in jeopardy. Personally, I use a Remington 870 shotgun and/or a 1911 .45, as over penetration is a concern for me.

Every single bad habit you have can be fixed through proper training. An instructor I train with loves to say "Practice does not make perfect, perfect practice makes perfect". Make sure you know the correct method before you practice, or it'll most likely all be for nothing. Defensive training is well worth the investment.

as far as hand guns what would you reccomend? ive only ever used the beretta m9. i know its a military issue so im not sure if they use it because of superiority of because of cost.

There are so many quality guns out there now that it's really a matter of personal preference. Do you prefer an all metal gun such as the Beretta, a Sig, or a 1911, or are you comfortable with polymer guns such as Glocks, M&P's, XD's, etc.? I'd recommend you find a local range that rents guns and try a variety. What feels good in my hand might not feel good in yours, and that's important. You can find some excellent used guns for around $300-$350 if you shop around.

[Vedubin01]

Damn joey you sound like me in that post.

I have trained with Chris in northern FL and Magpul Ind. has a shooting training video out. Its worth its weight in gold.

Trailer of video!

video 2

[Joey Link]

Haha I lurk quite a bit, especially in political threads. You, uofom3, and I could be brothers :D

[Vedubin01]

LOL....



Here is some good video training Chris Costa has put together.....

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=khqxDNc-mbI&feature=related

[Tree18is]

wow that thing is awesome..I want to get one.

I miss my m4 from the service, Ganster grip, tri rail with flip up site in the rear.

If I had to get one here It would be tri rail with a Acog and flip up's

such a beautiful weapon.. I remember when mine got broke out of the wooden box and handed to me..... (sheds tear) her name was Rachel...

[tofubento]

I ccw a m9...its awesome being a big guy. :D

[Joey Link]

tofu, that's hilarious. I just got home from a night out figuring I'd have to defend my right to own my M4 (seeing a guy named tofubento replied to my thread). What a relief to see you're one of us, and shame on me for assuming :D

[tofubento]

HAHAHA no worries. The name is a big joke between a buddy of mine and I.

Ive taken a grip load of courses for handgun useage...I need/want to take some for long gun...school in southern oregon used to offer it but as of late...they have gone the route of pistols and shotguns...weakness...but ive got friends and family in the service and they have taught me a thing or two.

Seriously we should do a R3V shooting day once the weather gets better.

I know a great spot with a fun drive on the east side.

EDIT :

As far as optics for an m4, forget em. First learn iron sights...if you can hit what you want to hit and where you want to hit with those accurately then move to optics. Once you go to optics...keep some flip up irons. Me I personally prefer iron, but thats also all I have LOL