Gun of the day (or gun envy?)
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A full sizer. Not a bad choice at all. Not a huge fan of the MOS stock plates. I would look at aftermarket plates if going this route.Not gonna lie, I have been eyeing the Glock G47 MOS
My new primary pocket gun. Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0. Chambered in .380 Auto. 10rd flush fit magazine, or 12rd with extended floorplate. Talked about getting one of these a few months back while chatting with
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on the Dust 2 server. I think that conversation is what led to this chat thread being started. I've had this gun for a few months now and have been carrying it every single day. It is replacing my Ruger LCP after more than 12 to 14 years. A few perks; Double the capacity as compared to the LCP. Real sights; a big dot, tritium filled front sight with fluorescent orange outlining, rear sights blacked out with 90 degree ledge to aid in cocking off a belt or anything you want. Handles recoil very well. Acts like a shrunken down M&P Shield series. Slide serrations are fantastic and plentiful, as is the factory stippling on the stock grip. The design of the gun allows you to easily get a full size grip with either magazine. With the 12rd mag inserted, you absolutely have a fully secured grip all the way around the gun. You're able to get very high up on the backstrap, with a slight beavertail preventing any slide bite, and real low under the back of the trigger guard - almost like the did a subtle trigger guard relief cut! The front strap and back strap on the grip is more aggressively textured than the sides of the palm. I like a lot of traction, and while this isn't as much as the M&P 2.0 series, it's close enough to my liking to where I think I may not need to throw Talon Grips on it. Trigger is on par with any S&W 2.0 series. Which is great for compared to many striker fired guns, but on a pocket gun, it's best in class! Thin, lightweight, high capacity, shootable... checks a lot of boxes... except for a not being a duty caliber. But if you struggle to actually carry everyday because what you have is too big, too heavy, or you don't always wear a belt, etc, this one does the trick better than any other mouse gun, imo. Current carry load is Hornady American Gunner XTP 90gr.
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on the Dust 2 server. I think that conversation is what led to this chat thread being started. I've had this gun for a few months now and have been carrying it every single day. It is replacing my Ruger LCP after more than 12 to 14 years. A few perks; Double the capacity as compared to the LCP. Real sights; a big dot, tritium filled front sight with fluorescent orange outlining, rear sights blacked out with 90 degree ledge to aid in cocking off a belt or anything you want. Handles recoil very well. Acts like a shrunken down M&P Shield series. Slide serrations are fantastic and plentiful, as is the factory stippling on the stock grip. The design of the gun allows you to easily get a full size grip with either magazine. With the 12rd mag inserted, you absolutely have a fully secured grip all the way around the gun. You're able to get very high up on the backstrap, with a slight beavertail preventing any slide bite, and real low under the back of the trigger guard - almost like the did a subtle trigger guard relief cut! The front strap and back strap on the grip is more aggressively textured than the sides of the palm. I like a lot of traction, and while this isn't as much as the M&P 2.0 series, it's close enough to my liking to where I think I may not need to throw Talon Grips on it. Trigger is on par with any S&W 2.0 series. Which is great for compared to many striker fired guns, but on a pocket gun, it's best in class! Thin, lightweight, high capacity, shootable... checks a lot of boxes... except for a not being a duty caliber. But if you struggle to actually carry everyday because what you have is too big, too heavy, or you don't always wear a belt, etc, this one does the trick better than any other mouse gun, imo. Current carry load is Hornady American Gunner XTP 90gr.
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My new primary pocket gun. Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 2.0. Chambered in .380 Auto. 10rd flush fit magazine, or 12rd with extended floorplate. Talked about getting one of these a few months back while chatting with
That really seems like a fantastic carry gun. I haven't done much research in .380 rounds, but I do know that they have came a long way. I love the comparison pictures. It really shows the size and shape well. Might have to consider looking into one of these as well. So many great options coming out lately.
Todays gun is the High Standard HDM. It is an integrally suppressed, semi auto, .22. It is a WW2 era spy gun that was used for many years.
Todays gun is the Colt 1855 Revolving Rifle. Based on the pistols of the same style, it would fire a .36, .44, or .56 round. There were initial problems in fielding, but they were soon resolved. It was used in the civil war and other conflicts around the world.
"The principal problem was that gunpowder would sometimes leak from the paper cartridges in field conditions, lodging in various recesses around the firing cylinder. Hot gas leaking from the gap between the firing cylinder and the barrel would ignite this powder, which would in turn, ignite all of the powder in the chambers waiting to be fired. This is known as a "chain fire" and was a relatively common failure with early percussion revolving firearms. When this happened with the Colt Revolving Rifle, a spray of metal would be sent forward into the left arm and hand of the user." - WikipediaTodays gun is the Colt 1855 Revolving Rifle. Based on the pistols of the same style, it would fire a .36, .44, or .56 round. There were initial problems in fielding, but they were soon resolved. It was used in the civil war and other conflicts around the world.
No friggin` thank you! Still badass lookin though!
I mean, they do look super cool. And when they worked, they worked super well. From what I gathered, most of the issues were do to people being in a hurry and/or sloppy with the standard army cartridges. If they used the Colt ones or at least followed the army weapon manual, there was very little risk of that.
Todays gun is the STG44 with the krummlauf(bent barrel). It was a German WW2 weapon/attachment that allowed the shooter to be behind cover while shooting. It came in infantry and tank mounted models with various angles of barrels. It actually worked fairly well, but the barrel lifespan was short.
Sorry, been busy and haven't had time to get much done.
The gun of the day is the Polish FB Tantal. It is a Polish made AK-74 style gun. It fires 5.45 and is compatible with AK74 and AKM accessories.
The gun of the day is the Polish FB Tantal. It is a Polish made AK-74 style gun. It fires 5.45 and is compatible with AK74 and AKM accessories.
be easy my brother. i too am busy. we will get together as time allows. hope you and the family are doing well. good to hear from you.
Thank you. Hope you and yours are well too.
FN FNX-45 (older, non tactical model).
Double-action/Single-action hammer-driven pistol.
Chambered in .45 ACP.
15 round magazine capacity.
Fully-ambidextrous decocking/safety lever, slide stop lever, and magazine release
Carry ammunition: Federal HST 230gr +P.
Trijicon HD night sights.
Talon Grips.
Seldom do I carry this behemoth due to it's size and weight... but having 16 shots of .45 ACP feels very comforting, despite the back ache at the end of the day!
Double-action/Single-action hammer-driven pistol.
Chambered in .45 ACP.
15 round magazine capacity.
Fully-ambidextrous decocking/safety lever, slide stop lever, and magazine release
Carry ammunition: Federal HST 230gr +P.
Trijicon HD night sights.
Talon Grips.
Seldom do I carry this behemoth due to it's size and weight... but having 16 shots of .45 ACP feels very comforting, despite the back ache at the end of the day!
