Recent content by MXan

That was probably my biggest problem then. I assumed the dual U-shapes were meant to line up, as if they cut a full-circle sight in half and then used a similar U up front to help folks align them (rather than just a blade). Should it be moved to another subforum? 'Cause I'm more than fine with...

That I did not try at all. Interesting.

I'll give that a try and see how it goes. If you get the chance to try something like the iCombat system with full gear, I recommend you do: they may not be real guns, but man is it still fun. Even the simplistic version we played was a blast, but the full set up has recoil, shock belts...

While shooting laser tag last weekend, I discovered my aim is terrible. While it was laser tag, the principles should be the same as with any rifle; hopefully that puts this onto the right subforum. The guns are Tippmann made and part of the iCombat system (which is based on the IRTactical...

Some great suggestions in here that I've started looking into. Oh for sure. In a defense situation, I'm most likely going for my concealed 9mm. But there are some pretty hard limits on what that can do; I'd rather have another option and not need it than the reverse.

Obviously cheaper is better, but not at the expense of my other requirements. I have or will have other rifles for other purposes, so this one only needs to fulfill the short-range defense role well. That said, I expect it'll be in the $1000 or so range, possibly $1,500; that seems to be what...

There are a lot of rifles chambered for 223. I don't have easy access to a range to try out different options; thus, when I do go, I don't want to waste all my time on options that won't work well for my intended application. So, who has a suggestion? Requirements: I'm right handed, average...

Sheepdog1968: I've considered single hard cases (especially since I don't have any case at all for the shotgun). It will just depend on what I can get a deal on at this point. Fred in Wisc: A lock on the action itself I hadn't considered, but I have seen them. More to consider. Drail: That...

Just got back from vacation, and lots of good answers here! Thank you all very much! I think you've given me enough to go on. I'll go poke around some places, and if I remember to do so I'll let you know what I end up getting.

Normally I would quote and respond individually, but this is gonna get long. I trust you guys can find the parts corresponding to your messages. ;) I don't need fire or theft protection. I have renter's insurance for the unlikely possibility that either event occurs. Further, I don't advertise...

My kid is getting old enough that I need a gun case or safe. Unfortunately, I know nothing about the topic and after research, I feel more confused than when I started. You guys helped me out immensely when I was first picking a gun, so... I live in a small apartment, so it needs to be compact...

Hm, didn't know that. Thanks for the heads up Jeff!

Thanks everyone! That was a lot of responses. I've been looking around at various shops in my area and have a pretty good idea what is available (and can check it against this list). I have to update my drivers license, since I recently moved, and soon as that is done I'll be getting a .22LR and...

Ah, many suggestions! And this is why I wanted to ask online; I have several friends who are big into guns, but their experiences are limited to certain types of guns. Pretty sure none of them have shot AKs, for example. To clarify, I don't need a high caliber. Doesn't mean I don't like them-...

Looking for a little help. I'm a college student looking for a cheap rifle to target practice with. Everyone has their own opinions, so I thought I'd get a few online in addition to a few from friends. Here is my criteria: Reliable. It'll be my first gun, and I don't fancy myself a repairman...