Firearms

[chowser51]

Kids got me some custom made grips for my carry gun.

[bagekko]

I have a 458 socom, the upper needs to be XL for the ejection port for a 450, 458, 50.

Originally Posted by Torgus

Anyone have experience with an AR build using 450 bushmaster? Thinking about it for White tails...

[bagekko]

I prefer the 9mm specific lowers versus having adapters or weird mags in a standard lower. My Aero EPC lower uses glock mags.

You don't have or want a 300 AAC AR? Ammo has come down a lot and close to 5.56.

Originally Posted by Donatello.

I have a couple complete AR lowers and don't know what to do with them yet.

Only considering 22LR, 9mm or 5.56. Already have 2 16" barrel ARs, a SBR AR & a 15-22 rifle so I am leaning something in 9mm...

Suggestions?

[Donatello.]

Originally Posted by bagekko

I prefer the 9mm specific lowers versus having adapters or weird mags in a standard lower. My Aero EPC lower uses glock mags.

You don't have or want a 300 AAC AR? Ammo has come down a lot and close to 5.56.

Unless I find a 9mm lower at a LGS, I'll have to use an adapter.

No 300. Not stocking new calibers.

[bagekko]

I have a caliber problem so I am a bad influence, they are like pokemon to me. Just finished getting all the parts for the 8.6 BLK and now I am building a 6mm ARC, wanted 6.8 SPC but it's fizzled and 6mm is the next hot thing. Wish all the options for 7.62x39 weren't so crappy for AR15, not a bad idea to have something to shoot the enemies ammo LOL.

AR15 - 9 calibers depending on how & what you count
AR10 - 3 calibers

Regardless a 9mm AR is a ton of fun to shoot. Mine has a Odin barrel and Foxtrot Mike BCG. Be aware there are 2 thread patterns for 9mm barrels, so check before you buy a muzzle device for the barrel.

Originally Posted by Donatello.

Unless I find a 9mm lower at a LGS, I'll have to use an adapter.

No 300. Not stocking new calibers.

[unluky]

Originally Posted by bagekko

I have a caliber problem so I am a bad influence, they are like pokemon to me. Just finished getting all the parts for the 8.6 BLK and now I am building a 6mm ARC, wanted 6.8 SPC but it's fizzled and 6mm is the next hot thing. Wish all the options for 7.62x39 weren't so crappy for AR15, not a bad idea to have something to shoot the enemies ammo LOL.

AR15 - 9 calibers depending on how & what you count
AR10 - 3 calibers

Regardless a 9mm AR is a ton of fun to shoot. Mine has a Odin barrel and Foxtrot Mike BCG. Be aware there are 2 thread patterns for 9mm barrels, so check before you buy a muzzle device for the barrel.

Just finished up a lightweight coyote gun in 6mm ARC myself. I was leaving and worked up a hand load that shoots decent with the Sierra 70gr BK. Next spring I will work a better load, but this one cuts well under an inch, so it'll do for the season.

Fun little cartridge - although the 22 ARC looks fun too.

[celsdogg]

Originally Posted by chowser51

Kids got me some custom made grips for my carry gun.

That's really pristine for a carry gun. Had to google the reference, haha.

[bagekko]

What length barrel & brand? Thinking about 18" Ballistic Advantage with the Aero 6.5G/6ARC BCG which I have in my grendel. Very slight chance I will splurge on a Proof Research CF, as a car guy kinda amazing I havent used one yet, eventually.

Originally Posted by unluky

Just finished up a lightweight coyote gun in 6mm ARC myself. I was leaving and worked up a hand load that shoots decent with the Sierra 70gr BK. Next spring I will work a better load, but this one cuts well under an inch, so it'll do for the season.

Fun little cartridge - although the 22 ARC looks fun too.

[unluky]

Originally Posted by bagekko

What length barrel & brand? Thinking about 18" Ballistic Advantage with the Aero 6.5G/6ARC BCG which I have in my grendel. Very slight chance I will splurge on a Proof Research CF, as a car guy kinda amazing I havent used one yet, eventually.

I have the Wilson Tactical Hunter 18" stainless flutes. 1-7.5 twist. I used this exact bbl on my 300 HAM'R build and it is a freaking tack driver right from the moment I installed it. Ragged holes all day long. Only tried 3-4 loads in my 6 ARC load dev since I was on a tight schedule, but only loaded 50 rounds so I'll have to come back to it in the spring and work on a better one. Shoots well - I'm just obsessive. LOL

[bagekko]

Dang, I was hoping you would not glowingly suggest that, because it was my first choice, but stainless on this build won't look good and they don't have black. Geez now I need to evaluate swapping something existing in this receiver set.

Originally Posted by unluky

I have the Wilson Tactical Hunter 18" stainless flutes. 1-7.5 twist. I used this exact bbl on my 300 HAM'R build and it is a freaking tack driver right from the moment I installed it. Ragged holes all day long. Only tried 3-4 loads in my 6 ARC load dev since I was on a tight schedule, but only loaded 50 rounds so I'll have to come back to it in the spring and work on a better one. Shoots well - I'm just obsessive. LOL

[unluky]

Originally Posted by bagekko

Dang, I was hoping you would not glowingly suggest that, because it was my first choice, but stainless on this build won't look good and they don't have black. Geez now I need to evaluate swapping something existing in this receiver set.

That is why you have them Armor-Tuff coat it!

I got mine done in OD Green to match my upper and lower.

https://wilsoncombat.com/armor-tuff-...le-barrel.html


https://f15.bimmerpost.com/forums/sh...postcount=7135

[Donut Lord]

Originally Posted by bagekko

I have a caliber problem so I am a bad influence, they are like pokemon to me. Just finished getting all the parts for the 8.6 BLK and now I am building a 6mm ARC, wanted 6.8 SPC but it's fizzled and 6mm is the next hot thing. Wish all the options for 7.62x39 weren't so crappy for AR15, not a bad idea to have something to shoot the enemies ammo LOL.

AR15 - 9 calibers depending on how & what you count
AR10 - 3 calibers

Regardless a 9mm AR is a ton of fun to shoot. Mine has a Odin barrel and Foxtrot Mike BCG. Be aware there are 2 thread patterns for 9mm barrels, so check before you buy a muzzle device for the barrel.

I have a caliber problem where I try to collect every gun I have in the same caliber

[shifthappens]

I got a HK P30L V1 LEM for the home

[unluky]

Originally Posted by Donut Lord

I have a caliber problem where I try to collect every gun I have in the same caliber

My buddy laughs at me - he wants everything to be different and "new" on his builds. I like mine to have what is perfect to me - on every gun. ALL my AR's have a phase 5 bolt release, the same safety switch same grip, etc. When I pick them up I don't wanna have to remember "oh this one runs like this....." I want them all to be the same! LOL

We are NOT cut from the same cloth.

[ErikJ1]

Originally Posted by shifthappens

I got a HK P30L V1 LEM for the home

My carry piece is a P30 SK LEM...I love it, but HK triggers are dog shit.

[Donatello.]

Originally Posted by Donut Lord

I have a caliber problem where I try to collect every gun I have in the same caliber

Smart. I consolidated calibers years ago. Then I finally scratched the PS90 itch & had to stock a new caliber. That did not last long lol

[ErikJ1]

The wife got me a case of SS197 for xmas..😃.

Years ago, when I left law enforcement on my last day, I took two HK 416 complete uppers and 3000 rounds of SS190....

[bagekko]

I will send her a note to get you a case of SS198 for Valentines. Still haven't shot any of mine.

Originally Posted by ErikJ1

The wife got me a case of SS197 for xmas..😃.

Years ago, when I left law enforcement on my last day, I took two HK 416 complete uppers and 3000 rounds of SS190....

[Donut Lord]

Originally Posted by unluky

My buddy laughs at me - he wants everything to be different and "new" on his builds. I like mine to have what is perfect to me - on every gun. ALL my AR's have a phase 5 bolt release, the same safety switch same grip, etc. When I pick them up I don't wanna have to remember "oh this one runs like this....." I want them all to be the same! LOL

We are NOT cut from the same cloth.

My biggest fear is to be in an end of world community walking dead style with a bunch of guys with a bunch of Gucci-Glocks that jam every other bullet lol

[unluky]

Originally Posted by Donut Lord

My biggest fear is to be in an end of world community walking dead style with a bunch of guys with a bunch of Gucci-Glocks that jam every other bullet lol

Just kneecap them all and run while the zombies eat their brains

[infinitekidM2C]

what's a good fairly intimidating weapon for home protection? Not a bazooka. An AR or shotgun or what?

[Bc2005]

One of the inexpensive home defense shotguns is often a good choice. Several manufacturers sell them, and they have shorter barrels and usually carry more rounds than shotguns used for hunting. Some now even have a clip.

Shotguns make a lot of noise ( really gets the intruders attention), are an area defense weapon (aim is not as critical), and they look really scary. They also don’t have high penetration, so you don’t need to worry about shooting through a wall and hitting a family member in the next room. You can also consider using slugs instead of buckshot, if you want to punch a big hole. In most states there is no permit required and the purchase is uncomplicated.