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As far as I can tell, in IL all you have to do to legally transport a firearm is have a valid FOID AND have the firearm unloaded AND have it in a "case". I understand that the location of ammo whether in a magazine or loose rounds is NOT regulated as long as the ammo is not physically loaded...

I am looking at getting a polish tantal imported by century; I found one and really like it: all matching serial numbers, decent finish, really nice looking bore... However, I have been told to be weary of American made barrels on CAI guns, Century is apparently notorious for buying the cheapest...

I was looking at a tantal recently and was tempted to buy it but one thing bothered me... The bolt seems pretty hard to charge back and it stays open when I open it slowly past where the "S" for safe is and let go. When it stays open all I had to do is bump it and it will slam shut... I have...

This is just something I found amusing that I think some of you guys might like too. I was reading about suppressors and seeing what benefits they might add to shooting (I have never personally shot a suppressed firearm because they are not legal in my state), and I thought hmm I wonder how they...

Hello all, Had a quick yes or no question: Will a 581 series mini-14 ranch rifle (current production model) fit in one of those old school factory folding stocks (think the ones from the A-Team). I have heard that there are some dimensional differences between the old mini-14 receivers...

Ok I know that no new machine guns can be made by individuals and be transferable as of 1986. I want to know more about this; is this a federal law or a policy made within the ATF. I personally think that this policy is unconstitutional, unfair, and unreasonable. Due to the fact that...

So I know that you can't use rifles for deer hunting in Illinois. But what about hunting varmints or nuisance animals? Can you legally use a rifle on them? I know we have all sorts of pesky critters like coyotes, skunks, raccoons, opossum, squirrels, ground hogs, etc... there are even reports...

Here is a little question I have regarding transporting firearms in Illinois law. I understand that the firearm must be: Unloaded, in a closed case/container, (*or* broken down, unloaded, & out of reach), and the firearms must be in possession of a person with valid FOID card (or a non state...

Hello, I am new to reloading & on a budget. I have bought a little lee loader & intend to start reloading my spent .223 rounds in an attempt to save a few bucks. I figure I can go from spending 30cents plus per shot with factory ammo to spending about 17cents a pop on components for re-loads...

So I recently got a Mossberg 590 from a local gunshop & really like it. Before I decided to buy the 590 I was looking around and picked up a "tactical" mossberg 500 with only a pistol grip (no stock). I asked the shop owner about it & he said there was a 72hr waiting period to buy it (I live in...

Went to the gun show and picked up a case of 5.56x45mm ammo with a head stamp that reads: HCC 84. All I know is that this stuff is 55gr and I believe it is made by prvi partisan I am thinking it was made in 1984 hence the 84 on the head stamp. I am not sure if it is actually 5.56 or .223 as it...

So I got a box of 55gr .223 cxp1 ammo by Winchester, I was looking on the back of the box and it had a chart of performance capabilities & recommended game. The cxp1 is rated for "varmints" it's properties are "Rapid expansion or fragmentation on impact" the game it is recommended for is from...

Is it legal to openly (or concealed) carry a loaded firearm on your own property in the state of Illinois? That includes both inside and outside the home & in residential areas; while staying on your property of course (aside from chicago/cook county... no, I do not live in chicago). Here is...

Just got a new mossberg 590 and am loving it, as far as a shotgun for home defense and fun... I dont think you can beat it. However I took it out to a buddy's house and we did a little skeet shooting... there was much to be desired. Basically the 590 sucks for skeet shooting past 25 yards or...

Alright, this is a question regarding wear and tear on firing pins. I understand that the boxer primer is basically the standard for most domestically produced ammo because it offers advantages for hand-loaders in that it is easy to remove & replace in spent cases. I wanted to know if...

These are questions regarding the Illinois firearm storage laws. I believe the law states that firearms have to be stored in a place that one would believe to be inaccessible by children 14 and under. My question is does this apply to homes with no children? I know it is a good idea to...

This is a subject I am not to clear on. Are self contained cartridges over .50cal legal? If so what are the circumstances; do they have to have been in production before a certain date? I know there are cartridges out there over .50cal, ex: .600 nitro, .700 nitro, and .950 jdj. What are...

So I was out shooting today and my buddy had his AK-47 (made by norico). He bought the gun used in a private sale and we had shot it a few times in the past. Today I couldn't help but notice that the barrel seemed a little short, so I compared it (chamber to chamber) to my AR-15 which has a 16in...

I know that many states have laws requiring persons who are transporting firearms to immediately tell police officers during a traffic stop that they have weapons in the vehicle/on their person. My question is does Illinois have such a law? In IL you are required to have any firearms you are...

So I am looking for a .22LR handgun but I really do not want to spend more than $200 (preferably less than that...). I would really just like a nice little .22 to add to my collection for plinking, varmint shooting, and the fun of it, but to me I can't justify spending a bunch on such a little...