Get that gun to the range man!
What's the longest you've waited
Like most of us, I find that from time to time, I make an impulse purchase. Funny thing is that these firearms tend to be ones that I don't run off to the range and shoot for some length of time after the purchase. Fact is, I have a GSG Firefly (A.K.A. Sig Mosquito) that I picked for less than $200 a few months ago. Actually, to be honest, I've had it going on 4-months now without shooting the darn thing. Part of the problem is that it's WAY to hot outside go to the outdoor range and I'm not a big fan of indoor ranges.
Not sure if this is a confession or a cry for help.
Not sure if this is a confession or a cry for help.
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I typically shoot a few times a month. Usually practice with my EDC's G2 and LCPII. At each range session I'll also bring along another gun in my rotation. My range does allow rifles and shotguns so I run the Maverick 88, the Charter Undercover, and sometimes the 715T. The Charles Daly is for trap fun when I visit the relatives in TN. The Heritage (and soon to be received Henry Lever .22) I bring along just for grins and giggles.
Still haven't shot either of these.
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Came up to Colorado for Independence Day week and the fire restrictions are so strict they even explicitly forbid target shooting on public or private land. There's a pretty big fire a couple dozen miles from us. It just rained for a bit though (He answers prayer), so hopefully that helps. I may not get to shoot them until we get home! Aaaaaugh!
Came up to Colorado for Independence Day week and the fire restrictions are so strict they even explicitly forbid target shooting on public or private land. There's a pretty big fire a couple dozen miles from us. It just rained for a bit though (He answers prayer), so hopefully that helps. I may not get to shoot them until we get home! Aaaaaugh!
All I have to do is step out my back door. I shoot a mag full, or cylinder, and come inside in the AC to load up. On rainy days, I can sit in my loading room and fire out the window for tests. It's usually cool on rainy days. So, first thing I do when I get home with a new gun is put it through its paces.
On rainy days, I can sit in my loading room and fire out the window for tests. It's usually cool on rainy days. So, first thing I do when I get home with a new gun is put it through its paces.
I’ll take my range bag with cleaning kit to the sale and drive to the range on picking up a gun — if it is ‘shooting hours’. Otherwise, next day. I try for an assortment of loads if possible. Next day has to happen some times and I’m champing at the bit!
Though I own my share, I’m not a gun collector. I bought that gun for a reason and I want to know — even if I’ve shot rentals or friend’s of the same model.
Though I own my share, I’m not a gun collector. I bought that gun for a reason and I want to know — even if I’ve shot rentals or friend’s of the same model.
I’ll take my range bag with cleaning kit to the sale and drive to the range on picking up a gun — if it is ‘shooting hours’. Otherwise, next day. I try for an assortment of loads if possible. Next day has to happen some times and I’m champing at the bit!
Though I own my share, I’m not a gun collector. I bought that gun for a reason and I want to know — even if I’ve shot rentals or friend’s of the same model.
Yes, I collect guns, but I'm not a gun collector. :rofl: Guns are tools. I usually want one for a reason, carry, hunting, or some such. Some are just for fun, though, but sitting around the living room looking at it ain't all that fun. I've got to put lead down range with it.
Now, in recent years, I've started running out of reasons to own certain guns. I just got a PT145 for carry, but that's not my norm anymore. Anymore, I am more about fun guns to own and shoot, like my K98 Mauser or M1 Carbine .22 or my Ruger SR22. In fact, rimfires are a good portion of my collection because they're so fun and cheap to plink with. I've got all the hunting and self defense choices I could possibly want at this point. :laugh:
I'm in no hurry to buy another gun, but I think it might be a Ruger Mk 4. Kinda got the hots for one. My Mk 2 is great, but I'd love to be able to put it back together without curse words. :rofl:
That sort of describes me, too. You should see my collections of spanner wrenches, nut drivers, ratchet wrenches and adapters! And then there’s my collection of dremel tool accessories . . . . Sigh, all collected over my adult lifetime and usually for one job “handy man” specials.Yes, I collect guns, but I'm not a gun collector. :rofl: Guns are tools. I usually want one for a reason, carry, hunting, or some such. Some are just for fun, though, but sitting around the living room looking at it ain't all that fun. I've got to put lead down range with it.
Now, in recent years, I've started running out of reasons to own certain guns. I just got a PT145 for carry, but that's not my norm anymore. Anymore, I am more about fun guns to own and shoot, like my K98 Mauser or M1 Carbine .22 or my Ruger SR22. In fact, rimfires are a good portion of my collection because they're so fun and cheap to plink with. I've got all the hunting and self defense choices I could possibly want at this point. :laugh:
I'm in no hurry to buy another gun, but I think it might be a Ruger Mk 4. Kinda got the hots for one. My Mk 2 is great, but I'd love to be able to put it back together without curse words. :rofl:
I’ve slowed down on my gun buying pace but haven’t quit altogether. Maybe 4 new guns this year instead of 5-6?
MY next thread, which has prolly been posted here in the past considering the number of members, will be; "What's the worst Gun you have ever shot?" Hint: one of the models you listed is #1 for me. Can you guess which one it is?I typically shoot a few times a month. Usually practice with my EDC's G2 and LCPII. At each range session I'll also bring along another gun in my rotation. My range does allow rifles and shotguns so I run the Maverick 88, the Charter Undercover, and sometimes the 715T. The Charles Daly is for trap fun when I visit the relatives in TN. The Heritage (and soon to be received Henry Lever .22) I bring along just for grins and giggles.
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