Hertervillian
Elite
3” .357 mag filled soon after with a 1894 Marlin trapper in .357. Throw in a Mossburg when budget allows. Ruger Scout rifle is another contender.
Next Gun Purchase
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Old_Me
Emissary
when i went online to check the inventory at my LGS, they had that brand, but i never heard of it.
i have been Federal HST fanboy since i got into guns. (so a short time compared to others here)
i'd have to see videos and read comparison charts on this brand.
UC_Guy 1971
Custom
The single most useful gun in existence:
Of course getting an optic is only the first part. You need a weapon light/laser rail as well.
A .460 S&W Magnum revolver can fire four cartridges:
Of course getting an optic is only the first part. You need a weapon light/laser rail as well.
A .460 S&W Magnum revolver can fire four cartridges:
- .460 S&W Magnum — the full-power hammer
- .454 Casull — the heavy hitter just below it
- .45 Colt (.45 Long Colt) — the classic cowboy round
- .45 Schofield — the old black-powder-era cartridge
Blackmesa96
Custom
Hi Joe,
Welcome to the forum from the Wild Wild Upper Midwest. Thanks for joining us. Which Springfield 9mm do you have? It's good to have a plan when putting together an armory.
I've been debating my next purchse as well. I've been building what I call a "one of each" collection. It's not "one of everything", just a sample of different platforms, calibers, barrel lengths, etc, for different purposes, to scratch different iches. My main focus is self-defense but I enjoy all my range toys and hope to get involved with some local, light competition. I've been thinking about a local steel challenge or action pistol.
I started my "one of each" collection concentrated on self-defense, focused on concealed carry. I now have a few "compact" pistols with 4" barrels that I can conceal really well. For long guns, I also wanted an AR and a shotgun. I've added those. Then I won an AK in a raffle at my range. I thought a lever rifle would be fun. I bought a .22 Henry and liked it so much that I added a .357 magnum. Levers are just fun to shoot.
Then I sort of got into 1911 pistols. I have a couple in .45, including one Sig, and one in 9mm. Now I'm thinking I want one in 10mm. (I don't have a 10mm in my "one of each" collection yet.) For future competition, I've added a few longer barrels, XDM Elite Precision (5.25") and a Glock 17L (6"). I wanted to have just one Glock in my collection. I have one S&W revolver (6") also in .357 magnum, one .22 revolver, one HK in 9mm, several XD models including one .45 Mod2 tactical (5"), one Taurus .22 tactical for plinking fun, one Ruger Mark IV for target shooting. I like plinking with .22LR. Oh yeah, I have one Derringer and one cap'n'ball black powder pistol.
I am a self-professed Springfield fanboy, my newest purchases being a couple of Echelon models. I wanted one comp'd pistol so I got the 4.5F Comp, and for a threaded barrel I got the 5.28" Threaded Barrel model of the Echelon.
My collection is fairly small compared to a lot of the members around here, but I have to strike a balance. I consider purpose, budget, convenience, usefulness, etc, when deciding on a firearm purchase. I really don't think I'll have to add too many more to my "one of each" collection. If you talk to Mrs. BassCliff I'm sure she'd tell you I have too many already.
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All that to say, just make a list of what you want. Consider all the reasons why you want them. Prioritize as necessary. Have fun while you're training, collecting, and practicing.
Thank you for your indulgence,
BassCliff
Damn, I wish I possessed such a degree of self control.
SimonRL
Ronin
And it needs to be pretty.300 blackout SBR with a can. that'll cover all your bases. i'll leave make and model to the fine folks here who know a lot more than me.
this was a mistake. now i got this stuck in my head.
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KillerFord1977
Emissary
Annihilator
Hellion
I have had no issues with it, my GX4 feeds it perfectly, now these are just 100grs, Here is a link to their website, I recommend these if your concerned about bullets passing through walls.
Old_Me
Emissary
its not a lone bullet, they make tiny holes.I have had no issues with it, my GX4 feeds it perfectly, now these are just 100grs, Here is a link to their website, I recommend these if your concerned about bullets passing through walls.
its shotgun ammo..that sheeet spreads all over the place. i'll be spackling holes till the 3rd coming of Christ.
BassCliff
Ronin
Hi,
After a long hiatus, I renewed my love of firearms, training, practicing, collecting, etc, six years ago with the purchase of the XD9 4" Service Pistol. Living in California at the time, it was very restrictive. We had to buy from the "approved roster" and were limited to 10 round magazines. I tried it and the XD9 ticked all the boxes for me. With it I was able to obtain my CCW, even in CA. I've been very happy with all my other Springfied purchases as well, each fitting their purpose excellently. My original XD9 is now doing nightstand duty.
When these old eyes starting needing an optic, I picked up the XD9 Mod.3 (now Mod.4). I was very familiar with the platform and it came with the included optic cut at a real "bang for your buck" price. It's rocking a Holosun 507C-X2 GRN on top and carries very well.
I have a couple of laser sights but don't really use them. If they work for you, that's great. I've used iron sights for a long time and have just recently installed optics on a couple of my pistols. You'll also want to decide on your ammo, range practice ammo, outside defense ammo, inside defense ammo, etc. How thick are the walls? How close are the neighbors? That kind of stuff.
Forgive me if I'm preaching to the choir. I get a little excited when I find another XD9 fan.
Get the basics covered while starting your collection. Then you can branch out into the really fun stuff. 
All the best to you and yours.
Thank you for your indulgence
BassCliff
After a long hiatus, I renewed my love of firearms, training, practicing, collecting, etc, six years ago with the purchase of the XD9 4" Service Pistol. Living in California at the time, it was very restrictive. We had to buy from the "approved roster" and were limited to 10 round magazines. I tried it and the XD9 ticked all the boxes for me. With it I was able to obtain my CCW, even in CA. I've been very happy with all my other Springfied purchases as well, each fitting their purpose excellently. My original XD9 is now doing nightstand duty.
When these old eyes starting needing an optic, I picked up the XD9 Mod.3 (now Mod.4). I was very familiar with the platform and it came with the included optic cut at a real "bang for your buck" price. It's rocking a Holosun 507C-X2 GRN on top and carries very well.
I have a couple of laser sights but don't really use them. If they work for you, that's great. I've used iron sights for a long time and have just recently installed optics on a couple of my pistols. You'll also want to decide on your ammo, range practice ammo, outside defense ammo, inside defense ammo, etc. How thick are the walls? How close are the neighbors? That kind of stuff.
Forgive me if I'm preaching to the choir. I get a little excited when I find another XD9 fan.
Get the basics covered while starting your collection. Then you can branch out into the really fun stuff. All the best to you and yours. Thank you for your indulgence
BassCliff
@SimonRL and that is certainly purty.
Annihilator
Hellion
What are you talking about, it’s a 100gr HP bullet…….I’m not talking about shotgun ammo……sheeessshh
rcurtner
Hellcat
Welcome to the forum from South Texas.