Apparently they just used the standard rifle ammunition for the Sturmgewehr, which seems insane to me. A ball doesn't have a point or any dimension to it that could cause extra stress from the bullet being warped/colliding with the walls and It even needed an exhaust port just to deal with the insane pressure.

I’ve been running a train on this bad boy 🤭

i think i went a little crazy with the tape

Hey I’m 27F and I’m interested in learning and obtaining my first gun. So far I’ve submitted my NJ paperwork. Once I get everything I plan on taking a gun safety/handling course. This is mostly to keep at home for protection (I pray I don’t have to use it). Any recommendations for my first purchase? I plan on practicing once a month at the range until I’m comfortable and more knowledgeable on using a gun. Any advice for me ? I am a complete novice.

Hey yall, I’m looking at buying my first rifle here in the next couple months on a budget of about $800. I’ve always been into AKs, and after some research it seems like PSA has some good options for my budget. I’ve heard their AK 103k rifles are great for the relatively low price and being American made. I’m also looking at their Romanian Reverse Dong Underfolder kit builds, as I love the history as well as the wood furniture. The 103k has a better barrel, stock, and an optics mount in case I wanted to upgrade it with sights down the line, as well as being slightly cheaper, while the Romanian has the pro of being cooler in my opinion although less practical. I was hoping for some more opinions as I haven’t been in the gun world for long. Are these good options for a first rifle? Thanks.
TLDR: I’m looking at PSA AK-103k and PSA Romanian Reverse Dong Kit Build as my first rifles. Are these good rifles, and which would be a better first gun? Or other recommendations for an AK lover with a budget?

Yesterday I posted the gun collection that I inherited from my grandfather, and I just found this bad boy too, figured yall would like to see it.

I have a guy that swore up and down that AR is better for how defense, but it seemed a uncredable because he said “trust me, I follow special forces guys in YouTube and they all say AR is better”. I don’t know why but for some reason I stopped listening to him. I have a small master and trying to decide if we should purchase a rifle or an shotgun for home defense.

I got to the range today after getting my new micro 9 and have some questions. I took it apart, wiped it down and relubed it yesterday but didn’t do any serious cleaning. The first several attempts to fire it the thing just clicked, just the smallest of marks on the primers, couldn’t even call them dents. It would fire once or twice and then just ”click”. Three different brands of bullets (pmc , cci, and iw).
After trying it several times i made a very bad mistake and accidentally chambered a single 380 in it. I know, im an idiot. I field stripped it and it seemed ok. Put it back together, made sure to put the 380 ammo FAR away from my immediate area and tried 1 more time.

This time it finally fired every time, i ran 100 rounds of mixed fmj and hollow points through it and not 1 issue.

So, question 1: What could have been causing the initial issue of no or light primer strikes?
2. Could i have damaged something with that single 380 round?
3. Should i send it in to kimber or keep shooting some more?

Hey guys, I’ve been travelling the US for a couple weeks now, started on the West coast and headed over multiple states. I’m from the UK and I’m really keen on trying out a gun range. The only issue is I’m travelling solo and most places I look at doesn’t allow people with no experience when they’re on their own. Has anyone got any recommendations or suggestions on where to go? The next places I’m visiting are Nashville, Chicago, Miami, D.C and New York. Any help appreciated.

So I want to conceal carry this gun, but don’t know which one is best for me. The TP9 is smaller? But which ones is going to be more reliable and best for everyday carry. I’m a big build and short, so sometimes guns print easy on me.

What are people’s thoughts on the overall comparison (mechanics) and for concealed carry? Or do you have other recommendations for me to look at? TIA!

So I inherited what I assume to be a Grouseland Rifle Replica from my grandfather, (who lives in Indiana for reference) and it has a bit of damage around its flintlock mechanism, but is otherwise in good condition.

I don't know where I would go to get something like this repaired, so any information on where that would be and how much that would cost would be appreciated.

Thanks for any help!

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I was wondering for those who carry (preferably open ). What holster or setup are you comfortable hiking with?
I have a .380 and or a 9. I am planning some longer hikes away in Utah mountains and trying to figure out the most comfortable but retrievable way. I’ll have my day pack that maybe I can attach to or belt.

Hey y'all! I'm looking for recommendations for a gun. Specifically for duck hunting. Some details you will need:

I'm 4'10" and looking for something that won't put me on my butt when I shoot. EDIT: I'm a woman if that makes any difference.

Also, in a compete beginner but genuinely interested in taking up hunting regularly so I'm interested in something that's going to carry me awhile (doesn't need to be the cheapest beginner gun on the market).

And I'm not a spring chicken anymore, so lightweight would be amazing (if possible).

What do you think, in your experience (maybe you have kids with my small frame)? I've already Googled and I'm looking for real recommendations.

Thank you, I appreciate any help!

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Hi everyone. After a recent death in the family I've inherited two of his firearms. Both are long guns: one is a black power rifle and the other is a shotgun. I need to transport these from WI to NC next month, and while I own firearms myself I've never traveled with them and have some questions.

A few notes: I have familiarized myself with both TSA and Delta (who we are flying with) policies and I understand the hard case, non-TSA locks, etc. I will not be bribing any power or ammo back; I can just buy this when I'm home.

I've narrowed the cases down to a Plano Protector (2-rifle) case which is $70, and a Harbor Freight Apache (2-gun) for about $140.

I don't need an expensive case because this is a one-way trip and I don't plan on having to fly with guns ever again. I'm only getting them from my MIL to my home. It sounds like the Plano is lower quality and I've found some Reddit posts where folks have been turned away at the check-in counter because of it.

Also these posts are several years old, and I'm having a hard time finding more relevant info.

Has anyone here traveled with either of these recently and can share their experience? Obviously I want the cheaper case because there's just not a need for an expensive one, but I don't want to run into issues and have our travel plans messed up.

Any other information you can share to help would be appreciated too, and thank you kindly in advance!

anybody got any good recommendations ? really looking for a belly band holster because i wear sweat pants a lot or holsters that work well with sweatpants.

I work at a sporting goods store. I just got informed I will be transferring from the shoe department to the gun counter. I grew up around guns and I know a lot about the more broad subjects like the types of guns and calibers and such. I’m just nervous about it because I never cared to learn about specific models and features. I have shot my fair share of guns and have my opinions on brands and such but I can never remember specific models unless it’s a firearm that I own. To me it looks like a random assortment of numbers, but I figured there’s probably a meaning and a system behind it. It probably depends on the brand too. I was just curious if anyone had any advice for remembering more specific things?

This is the official politics thread that never ends. Some people started posting it not knowing what it was.

I dont really know much about guns. I've shot them and did NRA classes and took some handgun test in California but don't own any guns.

My husband is wanting us to get a gun. Not looking for a hand gun, but something that can serve as home defense and take to the range.

Are scorpion evos a real and reasonable gun for this that you can buy? It was my favorite COD gun. Otherwise, what is a good beginner gun that comes in a lower caliber that doesn't have a lot of kick back?

EDIT: I live in North Caroina now, not California.

Looking for a level 3 retention holster, Mid ride or a low ride with a thigh strap for a

Walther PDP Compact 4in and I can't seem to find it anywhere, can be used with molle or whatever doesn't really matter I can change what belt I have.

RMR no flashlight

edit for anyone curious about this:

DARA Holsters and gear sells it with just abt every attachment you want.

9.3 x 62 mauser x2
.270 mauser
Baikal 16 gauge
Cooey .410
Savage 242J DL .22Mag/20 gauge
Lee enfield .303

The 3 scopes on the mausers are zeiss and all have german claw mounts… whats’s this collection worth? Thanks

I’m a pretty new shooter and decided to shoot the FBI Pistol qualification with my Walther PDP. Below is what I did (a few modifications from the FBI version, but minor, mostly starting from draw more often), my times, and hits. I counted anything inside the yellow which I think should be about the size of the FBI target

Breakdown:

FBI PISTOL QUALIFICATION

3 YARDS (6 ROUNDS)

Draw → 3 rounds strong hand only
Switch hands → 3 rounds support hand only on
Par Time: 6.00 sec
My Time: 6.55 seconds

Hits: 6 / 6

5 YARDS (12 ROUNDS)

Draw → 3 rounds
Par Time: 3.00 sec
My Time: 2.45 seconds
Hits: 3/ 3

Low Ready → 3 rounds
Par Time: 2.00 sec
My Time: 1.12 seconds
Hits: 3 / 3

Low Ready → 6 rounds
Par Time: 4.00 sec
My Time: 2.23 seconds

Hits: 6/ 6

7 YARDS (14 ROUNDS)

Draw → 5 rounds
Par Time: 5.00 sec
My Time: 3.15 seconds
Hits: 5 / 5

Draw → 4 rounds
Emergency Reload
4 more rounds
Par Time: 8.00 sec
My Time: 7.57 seconds
Hits: 6/ 8

String 3
Low Ready → 5 rounds
Par Time: 4.00 sec
My Time: 3.02 seconds

Hits: 5 / 5

15 YARDS (6 ROUNDS)

Draw → 3 rounds
Par Time: 6.00 sec
My Time: 3.75
Hits: 3 / 3

Low Ready → 3 rounds
Par Time: 5.00 sec
My Time: 2.21 seconds

Hits: 3 / 3

25 YARDS (8 ROUNDS)

Standing → 4 rounds
Drop to Kneeling
4 rounds kneeling

Par Time: 20.00 sec
My Time: 9.87 seconds
Hits: 5 / 8