GeekHack: Pistol and Rifle - General Discussion and Picture Thread

[BucklingSpring]

So natural...  It even took me few seconds to figure what I was looking at.

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[Ninjerk]

Is the grip on the Model 28 the stock one? It looks nice.

Just found this pic I took a while back of my Poker and some Winchester Black Talons.

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Oh I just noticed I forgot to answer your 1st question:

No the stocks are new. The person who sold me this revolver had rubber hogue grips on them. The original grips are long gone as the revolver is many decades old.

The hogue grips were very practical, but I didn't like the aesthetics, so I bought those new grips from Ebay. They came from Thailand from the crafter's market in Bangkok Thailand. They were hand carved by some Thai wood worker to mimic original Smith and Wesson grips. They did a decent job.

[ComradeSniper]

Is the grip on the Model 28 the stock one? It looks nice.

Just found this pic I took a while back of my Poker and some Winchester Black Talons.

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Oh I just noticed I forgot to answer your 1st question:

No the stocks are new. The person who sold me this revolver had rubber hogue grips on them. The original grips are long gone as the revolver is many decades old.

The hogue grips were very practical, but I didn't like the aesthetics, so I bought those new grips from Ebay. They came from Thailand from the crafter's market in Bangkok Thailand. They were hand carved by some Thai wood worker to mimic original Smith and Wesson grips. They did a decent job.

Ah, alright. I'm a big fan of Hogue grips but I agree that they don't look very nice. I think wood is generally better looking on firearms even though it's not always as practical.

[ComradeSniper]

It's 3 gun time again, I shot at a match yesterday!

[mmmty]

Cool... Looks like a lot of fun. I can't do 3 gun since I only have 1 gun for competition. I went to a USPSA match today.

[ComradeSniper]

Nice shooting!

How does USPSA differ from IDPA?

[mmmty]

Thanks!! That was my 2nd USPSA match. It's more about speed and less tactical. In IDPA you have to conceal, shoot behind cover, and shoot targets in specific order. In USPSA you can shoot in any order you want. You can reload any time versus only reload at slide lock in IDPA. I think it's more hardcore. There were a few people with open guns which you'll never see in IDPA match.

[ComradeSniper]

Oh, cool. They don't do USPSA at my local range but I wish they did now, it sounds fun.

[VesperSAINT]

mmmty! Awesome shooting! Definitely looks like a lot of fun. I should go down to Tampa and join you guys someday but I haven't shot in over 6 months

Love the videos you guys are posting... makes my finger itch!

[mmmty]

It is fun. Many people get hooked after the first time. You don't have to be good. You just have to be safe.

[jpm804]

Nice video's CS and mmmty, keep them coming. Definitely makes me want to compete ...

Sadly to say with a combination of a crazy work schedule and expensive ammo prices and availability.. my range trips have been pretty few and far between.... I wanted to start competing but waiting for ammo availbility and prices to be better before I start...

How is everyone doing on finding ammo in their area?

ComradeSniper - how far were the targets in the last section of your video when you shooting your AR? I am jealous of the wide open area you get to shoot those matches... Also nice to see the AK get some action 

mmmty - pretty good shooting.. I knew USPSA was going to suck you in soon.. Those shooters intimidate  me from just wanting the videos from their equipment and has quick they shoot... your right with USPSA its all about speed... also that scoring is something I still havent figured out.

Just to add a pic, new grips for my 1911:

[mmmty]

Pretty good looking!! I like the rear sight and the extended barrel on that 1911.

I was a little intimidated the first time I did USPSA too. But I got over it when I went to the 2nd match. I think IDPA is more practical but USPSA is more fun. IDPA is perfect for someone who wants to practice conceal carry skills. USPSA is about how fast you can shoot while still being somewhat accurate.

[jpm804]

Pretty good looking!! I like the rear sight and the extended barrel on that 1911.

I was a little intimidated the first time I did USPSA too. But I got over it when I went to the 2nd match. I think IDPA is more practical but USPSA is more fun. IDPA is perfect for someone who wants to practice conceal carry skills. USPSA is about how fast you can shoot while still being somewhat accurate.

Time to move up to a .45 if you are going to be shooting USPSA 

[Ninjerk]

It is fun. Many people get hooked after the first time. You don't have to be good. You just have to be safe.

I'm definitely more safe than I am accurate lol.

I'm a safety hawk. The pistol I'm most accurate with is my 1911.

[mmmty]

How about a 2011??

[ComradeSniper]

ComradeSniper - how far were the targets in the last section of your video when you shooting your AR? I am jealous of the wide open area you get to shoot those matches... Also nice to see the AK get some action 

If I remember correctly there was one set of targets at 100m and another set out at 200m.

[lazerpointer]

How about a 2011??

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I'd love to get my hands on an STI Legend... What a sexy piece.

[jpm804]

Thought I would post my new pickups.... with the crazy California legislation ramping up, I wanted to fill up the collection before they started banning everything .... 

Let's say, its almost like X-mas in the summer time  ...

I am surprised I never had any shotguns up to now so what's better than your first shotgun... your first and second shotgun at the same time...

Remington 870 Tactical and Benelli M4



Who can ever have too many AR15 pattern rifles?? 

LaRue PredatAR 5.56 .... waited almost a year for this thing to finally get to me and it was worth the wait..



Colt 6920 ... always wanted a colt since its so historic with the AR15.




Some more Full-size Polymer Pistols to the Collection...

XDM 4.5 9mm and G17 Gen4 FDE

[megaforce]

Damn, that Larue is looking nice!

Awesome collection!

[mmmty]

So you got both - Remington 870 and Benelli !! Not to mention other toys  I'm getting into bikes like Demik now. They can be very expensive too. I didn't know they can go up to $8000-$10000 for a bike.

[deepthawt]

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I am surprised I never had any shotguns up to now so what's better than your first shotgun... your first and second shotgun at the same time...
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That Benelli is awesome
The colt.. is far too clean.
;-)

[jpm804]

Thanks Mega and Deep.....

So you got both - Remington 870 and Benelli !! Not to mention other toys  I'm getting into bikes like Demik now. They can be very expensive too. I didn't know they can go up to $8000-$10000 for a bike.

mmmty.... yea ended up getting both since I couldn't decide.. I basically did the same thing when I couldn't decided between a keyboard.. buy them now and sell if  I don't use it.

Yes bikes can be pricey... I too have been looking into bikes also for the exercise factor. I'm going to have to ping you and Demik for tips maybe soon.

[The_Beast]

I need to stop looking all all the pretty guns. I just can't afford the 1911/FNP- 45 or AR15 that I really want......

[noisyturtle]

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I am surprised I never had any shotguns up to now so what's better than your first shotgun... your first and second shotgun at the same time...
...

That Benelli is awesome
The colt.. is far too clean.
;-)

Used to have a Benelli Nova pump action. Only gun I've ever owned, but man it was great fun.

[aggiejy]

A bit off topic, but just thought this was Texas as ****... I pulled up behind him tonight.

Two NRA stickers, mud boots, gun rack, cowboy hat, farm truck plates, ole beatup pickup, seat covers, AND spare tire in the bed. Like a boss.



Don't mess with Texas.™

[jpm804]

A bit off topic, but just thought this was Texas as ****... I pulled up behind him tonight.

Two NRA stickers, mud boots, gun rack, cowboy hat, farm truck plates, ole beatup pickup, seat covers, AND spare tire in the bed. Like a boss.

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Don't mess with Texas.™

^^^ Something I don't think I will ever see in cali 

[demik]

m4 carbine.

do want.

[jpm804]

m4 carbine.

do want.

If your ever in norcal... more than happy to take you out to shoot it 

[demik]

i should be in norcal either dec 1 or dec 8 for niners vs stl or niners vs seahawks

[mmmty]

Now you have no excuse not to do 3 gun.

[jpm804]

i should be in norcal either dec 1 or dec 8 for niners vs stl or niners vs seahawks

Let me know if you do come up.... also that's going to be a great game wish I could go.

[jpm804]

Now you have no excuse not to do 3 gun.

Hell .... i'll like to be able to shoot 1-gun for now ..hahahaha

where are those CZ's pics I have been waiting for ?

[demik]

yeah i hope i get the seahawks tickets. my uncle's friend has niner season tickets and he's getting season tickets when they move to the levi's stadium so gonna check that out too (well, hopefully)!

[smknjoe]

A bit off topic, but just thought this was Texas as ****... I pulled up behind him tonight.

Two NRA stickers, mud boots, gun rack, cowboy hat, farm truck plates, ole beatup pickup, seat covers, AND spare tire in the bed. Like a boss.

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Don't mess with Texas.™

That's really pretty rare to see in the city. In rural areas sure. Same goes for just about every other Soutwestern and Southern state for that matter.

[jpm804]

yeah i hope i get the seahawks tickets. my uncle's friend has niner season tickets and he's getting season tickets when they move to the levi's stadium so gonna check that out too (well, hopefully)!

I can see the stadium from my desk at work  and live 5 minutes away from the stadium....looks pretty nice. It weird to think they are going to be playing in santa clara next year.

[mmmty]

Now you have no excuse not to do 3 gun.

Hell .... i'll like to be able to shoot 1-gun for now ..hahahaha

where are those CZ's pics I have been waiting for ?

I was supposed to get a CZ Protek last month but haven't heard anything about it. They told me I would get a CZ Accu Shadow this month but we'll see...

[VesperSAINT]

Now you have no excuse not to do 3 gun.

Hell .... i'll like to be able to shoot 1-gun for now ..hahahaha

where are those CZ's pics I have been waiting for ?

I was supposed to get a CZ Protek last month but haven't heard anything about it. They told me I would get a CZ Accu Shadow this month but we'll see...

You're getting 2 of my dream pistols in one go... so very very jelly.

[aggiejy]

A bit off topic, but just thought this was Texas as ****... I pulled up behind him tonight.

Two NRA stickers, mud boots, gun rack, cowboy hat, farm truck plates, ole beatup pickup, seat covers, AND spare tire in the bed. Like a boss.

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Don't mess with Texas.™

That's really pretty rare to see in the city. In rural areas sure. Same goes for just about every other Soutwestern and Southern state for that matter.

Yeah, where I grew up in northeast Texas, everyone seemed to have a gun rack.  Sometime around the early 90s people stopped that as much, due largely to theft.  You don't see it much any more aside from rural areas like you say.  That said, there was a guy with an AR-style rifle in his rack driving around San Marcos the other day.  Never had seen that before.  I assume he didn't leave it there when he left the truck though... it wouldn't be there long.

[ComradeSniper]

Now you have no excuse not to do 3 gun.

Hell .... i'll like to be able to shoot 1-gun for now ..hahahaha

where are those CZ's pics I have been waiting for ?

I was supposed to get a CZ Protek last month but haven't heard anything about it. They told me I would get a CZ Accu Shadow this month but we'll see...

I know how you feel, been waiting on a Mossberg 930 JM Pro for a few months now.

At least I should have all the parts I need for my new AR build by the end of the week!

[jpm804]

Now you have no excuse not to do 3 gun.

Hell .... i'll like to be able to shoot 1-gun for now ..hahahaha

where are those CZ's pics I have been waiting for ?

I was supposed to get a CZ Protek last month but haven't heard anything about it. They told me I would get a CZ Accu Shadow this month but we'll see...

I know how you feel, been waiting on a Mossberg 930 JM Pro for a few months now.

At least I should have all the parts I need for my new AR build by the end of the week!

I was looking at the Mossberg 930 JM also, but found a used benelli m4 for a good price considering the times...

What are the specs on the AR build?

[knguyen553]

just bought my first .22lr rifle (marlin 795). They said everyone needs at least ONE 22lr, so why not? can't wait to shoot it. The best part is California's 10 day waiting period before you can pick it up !!

It looks sooooooooooooooooooooo cute:)

[jpm804]

just bought my first .22lr rifle (marlin 795). They said everyone needs at least ONE 22lr, so why not? can't wait to shoot it. The best part is California's 10 day waiting period before you can pick it up !!

It looks sooooooooooooooooooooo cute:)

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Congrats on the .22 ... like you  I too enjoy the cali 10 day wait  :cool:

It was a good day, took out both the new shotty's and had a blast.... not sure why I never got one sooner.

[knguyen553]

just bought my first .22lr rifle (marlin 795). They said everyone needs at least ONE 22lr, so why not? can't wait to shoot it. The best part is California's 10 day waiting period before you can pick it up !!

It looks sooooooooooooooooooooo cute:)

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Congrats on the .22 ... like you  I too enjoy the cali 10 day wait  :cool:

It was a good day, took out both the new shotty's and had a blast.... not sure why I never got one sooner.

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What shotgun is that if you dont mind me asking. Doesnt look like a 870..

[jpm804]

just bought my first .22lr rifle (marlin 795). They said everyone needs at least ONE 22lr, so why not? can't wait to shoot it. The best part is California's 10 day waiting period before you can pick it up !!

It looks sooooooooooooooooooooo cute:)

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Congrats on the .22 ... like you  I too enjoy the cali 10 day wait  :cool:

It was a good day, took out both the new shotty's and had a blast.... not sure why I never got one sooner.

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What shotgun is that if you dont mind me asking. Doesnt look like a 870..

Actually your correct, its a 870 which I just replaced the fore end and stock with some magpul parts.. here is a pic of it before the change

[ComradeSniper]

Now you have no excuse not to do 3 gun.

Hell .... i'll like to be able to shoot 1-gun for now ..hahahaha

where are those CZ's pics I have been waiting for ?

I was supposed to get a CZ Protek last month but haven't heard anything about it. They told me I would get a CZ Accu Shadow this month but we'll see...

I know how you feel, been waiting on a Mossberg 930 JM Pro for a few months now.

At least I should have all the parts I need for my new AR build by the end of the week!

I was looking at the Mossberg 930 JM also, but found a used benelli m4 for a good price considering the times...

What are the specs on the AR build?

To give you a quick overview; 14" Centurion Arms Modular Rail with a 16" barrel, Magpul STR Stock, BCMGunfighter charging handle, Umbrella Corp Grip, and Dueck Defense rapid transition sights. Don't have the money for an optic or a muzzle brake yet, but it won't be long before I do. I'll put up some pics as soon as I get my last few parts.

Congrats on the shotguns btw, they're by far my favorite type of gun to shoot.

[whiskytango]

Actually your correct, its a 870 which I just replaced the fore end and stock with some magpul parts..

How do you like the Magpul furniture on that 870 as far as function goes? I'm thinking about getting some for my Mossberg. It looks good btw

[quickcrx702]

Must be nice being able to fire a shotgun at a shooting range.  Most places around here don't allow it.  That's okay though, I just go out into the desert and shoot at abandoned cars, microwaves, and whatever else people dump.  Plus I can drink while I shoot, and nobody is around to say anything!

[mmmty]

^ that's A LOT more fun!!

[jpm804]

Actually your correct, its a 870 which I just replaced the fore end and stock with some magpul parts..

How do you like the Magpul furniture on that 870 as far as function goes? I'm thinking about getting some for my Mossberg. It looks good btw

I actually like the magpul furniture since the stock shortens the length of pull on it which I wanted since I thought the original stock was a bit long for me.

Also the forend is a little bit bigger than the stock forend so to better get hold of it for racking it. also its nice you can add rails on it of you want to add a light.

Definitely worth the purchase for me...

[iri]

Must be nice being able to fire a shotgun at a shooting range.  Most places around here don't allow it.

but you can burn some sinners as a compensation!

on a serious note, i very much enjoy plinking.