OT: Gun Purchase Recs

[LoudHogRider]

I own neither 1. nor 2.

#fail

I'd like a .357 and I want a HENRY or a MARLIN level action rifle.

I always try to stay out of the brand debates on firearms. All of them have their merits, strengths and weaknesses. With that said ... I've owned S&W revolvers before, and the Model 686 SSR in .357 was a joy to shoot. Accurate AF, too. I always said if a bad guy had a knife to my daughter's throat and I had to pick one weapon to use to stop that threat, that was the one. Wound up selling it to a very good friend who was completely weaponless when the BLM stuff was percolating a few summers ago. He remains grateful to me on that deal, and someday I'll grab another one to like it have an pass on to the descendants. Or a Ruger in .357. Those dang GP-100s are built like tanks, definitely a forever gun.

IF you're considering a Marlin, Ruger purchased the name and equipment a few years ago when the Remington group went tits up. They've only released two rifles so far, both stainless steel and in 45-70 Government. Initial reviews on those two models are phenomenally positive - Ruger got it right - but that's a whole lotta rifle for where you live, amigo. If you're looking at used Marlins, try to find a "JM" stamped one. They're from the era BEFORE Remington bought Marlin, and are considered their best era.

I've got a couple of Henry's, but in the X series vs. their traditional brass and walnut stock guns. I figured they'd be out there getting banged up a little, not sitting in a gun case for show, so I went that route. The .357 is shown below (and currently residing in your new home state at my daughter's house). The .44 is identical, though it currently lacks the scope and picatinny rail scope mount kit. Thinking about just sticking with iron sights on that one ...

 

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So I forgot how addicting guns are. Ending up purchasing the following.

Sig P365 x-macro - this one just came out a few weeks ago and rented one. Picking up mine tonight.
Sig P320 x-compact
Glock G45 - full sized frame with a compact slide
Glock G44 .22 for my son
Springfield xdm elite 4.5" full size - 5 total 20 round mags and range bag with promo going on now.

Now moving onto optics and rail lighting.

 

[LoudHogRider]

So I forgot how addicting guns are

Indeed. I did a little research, and it’s been an entire year (and 1 day) since my last firearm acquisition. Hmmmmm.

Since I dumped the Citori last year - and I’ve been a pretty good boy all year - perhaps it’s time to make my way over to my LGS to fondle a new Benelli Ethos (or two). 😎

 

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This pew pewer arrived today. Daniel Defense DDM4 V9.

Magpul pro sights, Geissele G2S trigger, Radian safety, BCM angled grip and Silencerco ASR flash hider.

 

[Mr.Bojangles]

Rocket launcher

 

[Mr.Bojangles]

Agreed on the libs though stay out.

 

[Huskerbuck85]

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This pew pewer arrived today. Daniel Defense DDM4 V9.

Magpul pro sights, Geissele G2S trigger, Radian safety, BCM angled grip and Silencerco ASR flash hider.

Suppressors take a while. You may as well get that process going as well.

 

[LoudHogRider]

Suppressors take a while. You may as well get that process going as well.

The new e-forms are a LOT faster, but yes - there is still a process to go through.

 

[Huskerbuck85]

The new e-forms are a LOT faster, but yes - there is still a process to go through.

Took me 16 months to get my paper form one after filing in Feb of 2021. Then did the e-file a couple months ago for another. Brother been waiting 5 months or better on his e-file

 

[Huskerbuck85]

The new e-forms are a LOT faster, but yes - there is still a process to go through.

What’s great is after doing my first through silencer central is they just keep everything on file and all I had to do the second time was give them money. Will do 4473 when it arrives

 

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This pew pewer arrived today. Daniel Defense DDM4 V9.

Magpul pro sights, Geissele G2S trigger, Radian safety, BCM angled grip and Silencerco ASR flash hider.

Daniel Defense is top shelf brother! Have one too. Send those freedom seeds down range!

 

[22*43*51]

The best weapon for home defense is many.

 

[LoudHogRider]

Daniel Defense is top shelf brother! Have one too. Send those freedom seeds down range!

Some people just don't understand how boolits work, so I found these handy info-graphics to share with y'all:







And finally, a few words of wisdom ...

 

[LoudHogRider]

Yep. That’s the one.
Mine has a shorter barrel and the factory hoop.
I don’t have a scope on mine… and my front sight is broken. Hahaha

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Hope you've got that front sight replaced by now! I snagged this handy ammo caliber guide from the Marlin Owners Forum for your use and reference for the upcoming hunting season:

 

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Some people just don't understand how boolits work, so I found these handy info-graphics to share with y'all:

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And finally, a few words of wisdom ...

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That first image is one of my favorites…lol…magical fire dust!

 

[LoudHogRider]

That first image is one of my favorites…lol…magical fire dust!

It's my second favorite gun-related meme, just slightly behind this one:

 

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It's my second favorite gun-related meme, just slightly behind this one:

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YESSSS!

 

[Nelsonj22]

Don’t buy a Glock. They are crap. Get a Sig 320X compact or a USP compact.

Big Tone you high

While I hate glock, they aren't junk and pretty dependable.

 

[Nelsonj22]

Libs and limp wrists stay out.

Looking at purchasing a few guns after selling off basically everything several years ago.

Hunting rifles and shotguns I'm good. Handguns all I have is a Springfield xd 9mm.

I'm looking at getting a .45 1911, a subcompact 9mm for wife (she used to have Glock 19), and an entry level AR. Possibly another full size 9mm for myself.

Suggestions for each? I did like the feel and weight of the Springfield 1911 Defender and Garrison, and Kimber Custom II.

Conceal carry p365 for the win, both you and the wife IMO

For the full size I would strongly recommend NOT getting the 45 & Full size 9mm unless money is no object.

Use that money to buy this, you can get 9mm ammo that is just as good or better than a 45.

CZ 75 TS Czechmate - 9mm - CZ-USA

Discontinued 2023. The CZ 75 TS Czechmate comes with all parts necessary to run in IPSC Open or Limited division (both in 9mm).

cz-usa.com

If that's a little steep, ANY of the CZ 75's are legit. Here's there full line up

75 Full Size Series - CZ-USA

cz-usa.com

 

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Daniel Defense is top shelf brother! Have one too. Send those freedom seeds down range!

Yeah I've wanted one since researching and asking around. Didn't want to spend the $2k on an AR so was looking at entry level other brands. Ended up finding this one used on auction at gunbroker.com, jumped on it and got it for $1,275.

Conceal carry p365 for the win, both you and the wife IMO

For the full size I would strongly recommend NOT getting the 45 & Full size 9mm unless money is no object.

Use that money to buy this, you can get 9mm ammo that is just as good or better than a 45.

CZ 75 TS Czechmate - 9mm - CZ-USA

Discontinued 2023. The CZ 75 TS Czechmate comes with all parts necessary to run in IPSC Open or Limited division (both in 9mm).

cz-usa.com

If that's a little steep, ANY of the CZ 75's are legit. Here's there full line up

75 Full Size Series - CZ-USA

cz-usa.com

Thanks for late recs. I ended up getting a P365 x macro which will be my conceal. I did stay all 9mm. Springfield XDM full sized, Glock 44 (. 22), p365 xmacro, p320 x compact, and a Glock 45.