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Firearms and Accessories / Re: 9mm PCC
« on: February 19, 2024, 08:28:59 AM »

Blowback AR-9 frequently require adjustments until they are 100%. They can generally be tuned and worked over to be nice. Scorpions have weird ergonomics, bad triggers, weird grips, and the recoil impulse is a bit harsh. They look cool though and are sometimes very cheap.



What type of adjustments are required?  I am thinking of going with the Smith & Wesson Response.  I liked the Scorpion because of the "cool" factor. 
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Firearms and Accessories / Re: 9mm PCC
« on: February 16, 2024, 11:44:54 AM »
Get both!  8)

heh don't temp me, i might just do that
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Firearms and Accessories / Re: 9mm PCC
« on: February 15, 2024, 03:14:39 PM »
Sort of swaying towards an AR9.  Parts are more widely available than if I went with a CZ Scorpion 3+.  Decisions Decisions Decisions.
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Firearms and Accessories / 9mm PCC
« on: February 14, 2024, 12:13:23 PM »
I am in the market in getting my wife a 9mm PCC.  She currently has a Smith & Wesson M&P 15.  I was thinking of a Scorpion 3+ or maybe a Smith & Wesson Response.  Has anyone shot these, what are your take on it.  Or what other PCCs would you recommend.  Thank you.
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General Discussion / Re: 4 years on firearms safety course
« on: October 25, 2023, 08:49:43 AM »
So the last statement is false?
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General Discussion / Re: 4 years on firearms safety course
« on: October 24, 2023, 03:03:53 PM »
So if I take my gun safety class this year, is it good for 4 years, or do I need to take it again in 2024 when the new law takes in effect?
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Firearms and Accessories / Re: Ruger SFAR
« on: May 14, 2023, 04:40:43 PM »
Does anyone have any experience shooting this one?  Thinking of getting one.  Thank you.
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General Discussion / Re: press release re:KHSC
« on: April 29, 2023, 02:12:04 PM »
Are they enforcing the center of target 60" from ground?
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Firearms and Accessories / Re: Red Dot for AR-15
« on: November 11, 2022, 04:54:04 PM »
Of all the "affordable" military-grade optics, I chose the AimPoint PRO.

Not only for the price -- usually in the $400 ballpark -- but it also came with a mount.  Many other models you need to buy the mount separately, making those optics cost even more.

It's rugged, can be used with the flip covers closed if you have both eyes open, and the battery lasts 3 years while kept "On" at the lowest illumination level.  It has night vision settings so the dot is visible through NV goggles, and the battery hatch is accessible without needing to remove/re-zero the optic. 

The battery is the very-easy-to-find DL1/3N camera battery, which comes with the optic.  Some optics may use Lithium batteries that you can't find at Walmart or Long's.

It's a little on the bulky side, which adds some weight to the gun, but only by a couple of ounces.  The specs state 7.8 oz for the optic alone.  For comparison, the Micro T-1 is 3 oz, and until recently sold for almost $900.  Now it's listed on the AimPoint site for $499.  For that price, it looks like it comes with a pistol mount for Ruger Mark III/IV, but you have to buy a standard mount separately for an AR rail.  That's listed at $92.

I have 3 PROs, and one matching 3X magnifier.  The magnifier is more for precision shots and helps with zeroing the red dot at the range.  Less challenging to get small groupings with older eyeballs.  IRL, I can see using the magnifier for varmints and hunting small game.  For home/self defense, better to go 1X and keep both eyes open.

I also splurged for the rubber protector to preserve the finish, mainly if I decide to sell any of them.

I didn't buy the Kill Flash lens cover.  it's designed to prevent refections that the "enemy" might see. For $50, I'll take that chance!

The magnifier reminds me of Jurassic Park, when the kid, Timmy, is playing with the NV Goggles in the car.

Lawyer: "Where did you get those?"

Timmy: "I found them under the seat."

Lawyer:  "Are they heavy?"

Timmy:  "Yeah."

Lawyer:  "Then they're expensive.  Put them back."

The AimPoint 3x is quality glass, which you can tell by its weight.  The AimPoint quick-detach twist mount was purchased separately.  Not cheap, but cheaper than most other brands.

No matter what you decide, check all the specs before buying.  Make sure you know what mounts are included.  Even if it comes with one, the one included might not be what you want.  Prices for aftermarket top-tier mounts run upwards of $250 sometimes.  Factor in battery location, too.  Changing one might require a re-zeroing when removing the optic.

Hope some of that is helpful.

 :shaka:

I was looking at the Aimpoint Pro, but a lot of the known companies are out of stock.
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Firearms and Accessories / Red Dot for AR-15
« on: November 10, 2022, 02:54:03 PM »
I am looking for a red dot for an AR-15.  Was searching the web and couldn't nail down a specific one to get.  Was looking at Aimpoint Pro and RDS, Trijicon MRO, and others.  What have you folks had good success with?  Looking at around $500.  Also maybe down the line to get a magnifier with it to.  Thank you for your help.
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Firearms and Accessories / Dovetail Mount/Adapter
« on: July 10, 2022, 04:28:17 PM »
Got a Glock 19 and I want to put a red do on it.  I don't want to get my slide milled, so I am looking at a dovetail mount/adapter.  If anyone went this route, what adapter did you get, and any problems of it coming loose?  Mahalos.
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Just wondering to those who turned in their license to carry paperwork, what did you put for the "reason"?
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Firearms and Accessories / Fold up Rifle Frame
« on: May 16, 2022, 09:58:06 AM »
I saw the write up for the pistol fold up frame.  Has anyone made one for a rifle frame? 
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General Discussion / Re: Gun Registration @ HPD
« on: September 01, 2021, 10:19:14 AM »
Got to the police headquarters this morning around 8:15.  Got number 19, from 12:00 on was open.  This was to register.
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General Discussion / Re: HPD October 18 "walk ins"
« on: August 25, 2021, 06:54:35 PM »
Thanks for sharing this.  :shaka:

I plan to register tomorrow or Friday.  I hope they can squeeze me in early afternoon if there are no appoinments.

Let us know how it goes.  I need to register next week.
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Firearms and Accessories / Mantis X10 Elite
« on: August 20, 2021, 11:12:25 AM »
Read several reviews here and online, and watched several YouTube videos.  Planning to get the Mantis X10 Elite.  Wanted to know what you folks think about this product, or are there any other alternatives.  Mahalos.
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Firearms and Accessories / Re: Pistol Safe
« on: August 17, 2021, 01:26:27 PM »
How old are your kids?  No personal experience, but I've heard many stories of kids defeating many of the safes/boxes with codes.  As well as with locks.  I've gotten to my dad's guns when I was younger though.  He stored them in a locked file cabinet and I got to the key.  He stored them unloaded and I never messed with them.

My kids are 16 and 11.  The 16 year old doesn't care about my guns and shows no interest, my 11 year old does.  Was just asking me last night how do you load ammo into the magazine.  That got me kind of scared.....might have to bring my guns to work until I get a safe.
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Firearms and Accessories / Pistol Safe
« on: August 13, 2021, 11:44:33 AM »
Looking for a safe that can hold 3 pistols.  Basically trying to prevent my kids from getting to it.  But also be able to quickly open it in case of an emergency.  What safes worked for you.  Biometric, key, etc.  Thank you.
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Firearms and Accessories / Re: New Gun Advice
« on: August 01, 2021, 11:08:57 AM »
Ok ill prob get shit for this, but i contemplated a sdve 9mm. They also come in 40sw. But it cheap, not as cheap as pre covid, but its around 450 after tax, shipping, ffl fee. If your budget was ~700, you can get the apex tactical kit, holster, and prob a few more mags. Ive heard no complaints after people did the apex upgrades. Some actually like it better than glocks.

I like the price of the sd40 ve.  What about a G23 or a G21?
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Firearms and Accessories / Re: New Gun Advice
« on: August 01, 2021, 08:37:04 AM »
hmmm wasn't looking for a revolver, but that would be interesting to have.  Was kind of looking more towards a pistol.
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