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post 1600447511 03-22-2020, 12:22 PM
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Bump!
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post 1600452461 03-22-2020, 01:15 PM
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Originally Posted By Ikeman83⏩
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Recommendations for optics? Would be used primarily for home defense / mid-range.
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Originally Posted By CollinB123⏩
Recommendations for optics? Would be used primarily for home defense / mid-range.
Aimpoint Micro. Aimpoint PRO.

Trijicon MRO.

Vortex Sparc AR
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Wondering why there is favor with 5.56 over 223 ?

Last I remember remember reading up on it was 5.56 had better velocity I believe?
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post 1600454321 03-22-2020, 01:37 PM
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Originally Posted By Farley1324⏩
Aimpoint Micro. Aimpoint PRO.

Trijicon MRO.

Vortex Sparc AR
These, although the battery life on a Sparc AR is not great. Holosun has some offerings, and you might want to look at low-power variable optics as well.


Originally Posted By jqnmartinez⏩
Wondering why there is favor with 5.56 over 223 ?

Last I remember remember reading up on it was 5.56 had better velocity I believe?
5.56 NATO is the military standard loading of .223. It is generally a higher pressure loading of 5.56 which gives greater velocity. Many countries around the world (Taiwan is a great example) have restrictions on exporting military ammo. As a result, you're seeing 5.56 loaded ammo being sold as .223.

Most AR rifles these days have 5.56 or .223 Wylde Chambers which will shoot both 5.56 NATO and .223 loads. It is extraordinarily unusual to find a rifle in current production chambered for .223 Remington and unable to accept a 5.56 load.
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post 1600455161 03-22-2020, 01:47 PM
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Originally Posted By jqnmartinez⏩
Wondering why there is favor with 5.56 over 223 ?

Last I remember remember reading up on it was 5.56 had better velocity I believe?
Versatility

5.56x45 is almost identical to .223 Remington. A 5.56x45 chamber will fire .223 Remington perfectly. 5.56x45 has a slightly higher max pressure and is capable of slightly higher velocity than .223 Rem all else equal.

A .223 Wylde chamber can also shoot both.

Unless you know damn well what you are doing and why, don't buy something chambered for ".223 Rem"
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Originally Posted By jamalfudge⏩
Fark. I didn't get an AR but so glad I got my 9mm a couple weeks ago and my cheap Chinese shotgun last weekend (because when will we ever be able to get anything cheap/Chinese ever again?). I have some ammo on order but feel like I'm gonna have to stay on top of it to get any sort of minimal stockpile to at least stay a bit ahead of the curve.
Why in the world would you get a Chinese shotgun when you can get a Mossberg Maverick 88 for under $200. I'm friendlier to the cheap stuff than most here but a Chinese shotgun isn't a value when there are reliable options at almost the same price
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post 1600458371 03-22-2020, 02:30 PM
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I ordered a Savage Arms Recon 2.0 a few weeks ago but might also spring on the Ruger
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i want one but i live in pussy ass massachusetts and need to go through a million barriers to get one. Im just waiting to own a house to go through all that dont really need it living in an apt right now but i cant wait
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My fing amo is back ordered until the end of April. New AR and 9mm should hopefully ship early next week. I’m going to have to beat the intruders with my new guns fml...
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glad I stocked up on .22 ammo in january. Anyone find any .38 special ammo will rep
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Originally Posted By JungleJenetics⏩
glad I stocked up on .22 ammo in january. Anyone find any .38 special ammo will rep
What kind of .38? Prices have jumped up (just like everything else), but there hasn't been as much of a run on it I think

https://www.targetsportsusa.com/38-s...ammo-c-56.aspx

https://www.outdoorlimited.com/handg...e-1000-rounds/

https://www.outdoorlimited.com/handg...eel-50-rounds/

https://vizardsgunsandammo.com/geco-...-nose-50-pack/

https://www.laxammo.com/geco-38-spec...s-25915-detail

https://www.laxammo.com/geco-38-spec...-rounds-detail
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I've given up lol

Can't find a Mossberg 500 tactical or Remington 870 tactical anywhere. Everything seems to be sold out as of now.

I'm just curious how long it will be before they will be back in stock.

Wish my dumb ass would have been a little earlier on this.
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post 1600470401 03-22-2020, 05:01 PM
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Originally Posted By OPGenesis⏩
I've given up lol

Can't find a Mossberg 500 tactical or Remington 870 tactical anywhere. Everything seems to be sold out as of now.

I'm just curious how long it will be before they will be back in stock.

Wish my dumb ass would have been a little earlier on this.
Probably about a month after everything gets good enough that all the sheeple who thought they'd never need a gun have started to feel safe again

So, it'll be awhile
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Originally Posted By Farley1324⏩
Probably about a month after everything gets good enough that all the sheeple who thought they'd never need a gun have started to feel safe again

So, it'll be awhile
Fukin' sheeple, mayne.
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post 1600470691 03-22-2020, 05:04 PM
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Originally Posted By OPGenesis⏩
Fukin' sheeple, mayne.
The asterisk should be *and if that happens close to the election, it will be basically 2021 and into flu/covid season again before supply is markedly better, and that's only if trump wins
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Originally Posted By Farley1324⏩
The asterisk should be *and if that happens close to the election, it will be basically 2021 and into flu/covid season again before supply is markedly better, and that's only if trump wins
Well, hopefully I'll be able to buy one in the future.
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post 1600471951 03-22-2020, 05:19 PM
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Op I recently moved out to the country, never owned a gun before. I feel like I should have something on hand in case I need to put down an animal, shoot some targets with my wife, or obviously defend against some type of lunatic. Would you recommend something like what's in your op for a first time owner, or something else?
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Originally Posted By jdforsy⏩
My fing amo is back ordered until the end of April. New AR and 9mm should hopefully ship early next week. I’m going to have to beat the intruders with my new guns fml...
The gun store you pick up from may have ammo available for people buying/doing transfers.

This is fantastic ammo that is $12 flat rate no matter how much you buy and comes in right at 50 CPR for 69 gr match ammo (match ammo in an AR is good for shooting 2-legged predators):https://globalordnance.com/aob-223-r...53001865-bogo/
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post 1600472561 03-22-2020, 05:28 PM
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Originally Posted By IPoopStandingUp⏩
Op I recently moved out to the country, never owned a gun before. I feel like I should have something on hand in case I need to put down an animal, shoot some targets with my wife, or obviously defend against some type of lunatic. Would you recommend something like what's in your op for a first time owner, or something else?
I would absolutely recommend an AR15 for a first time gun owner. It's low-recoiling, enjoyable to shoot, accessories/replacement parts are plentiful, and it's extremely effective against human targets.

Your wife will be able to shoot it comfortably, and the learning curve on the gun is very slight. I'm trying to keep the thread constantly updated but it's difficult with things coming in and out of stock. The rifle in the OP is a fantastic option for what you're looking for. You can go on that website and search for "8514" and get an 18" version, which will be a little bit longer, making it less optimal for indoors.
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Originally Posted By TBO1313⏩
Why in the world would you get a Chinese shotgun when you can get a Mossberg Maverick 88 for under $200. I'm friendlier to the cheap stuff than most here but a Chinese shotgun isn't a value when there are reliable options at almost the same price
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post 1600476091 03-22-2020, 06:04 PM
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Originally Posted By jamalfudge⏩
Availability.
I'm guessing you're in Canada or something? Where is a Chinese shotgun more available than a Maverick 88?
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post 1600482311 03-22-2020, 07:25 PM
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Just wanna say thanks for making these threads whenever there is an event that warrants it.

Now on a side note, what are your opinions on the Sig MPX specifically the 8.5in barrel SBR mpx?

Also have you ever shot one of thesehttps://innovativearms.com/portfolio/iasw-integral/
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Originally Posted By ooph⏩
Just wanna say thanks for making these threads whenever there is an event that warrants it.

Now on a side note, what are your opinions on the Sig MPX specifically the 8.5in barrel SBR mpx?

Also have you ever shot one of thesehttps://innovativearms.com/portfolio/iasw-integral/
The MPX is a great rifle. I think that Sig did a good job of ironing out the issues/desireables from the initial release.

I have never shot an IASW, although I have an 8" CMMG 22LR AR that runs S&W 15-22 mags that I built for my daughter. It's a lot of fun, and would probably be more fun suppressed.

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post 1600491601 03-22-2020, 09:22 PM
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Just spent some time looking for deals, right now this the best one I've got:https://grabagun.com/ruger-ar-556-mp...k-18-30rd.html


16" ARs with something resembling the features of the OP have basically evaporated. If you're looking for a 16" AR, you're better off going for a premium one because the pricing on those hasn't shifted yet. Most of those are around $1400-1800.
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Originally Posted By Ikeman83⏩
Just spent some time looking for deals, right now this the best one I've got:https://grabagun.com/ruger-ar-556-mp...k-18-30rd.html


16" ARs with something resembling the features of the OP have basically evaporated. If you're looking for a 16" AR, you're better off going for a premium one because the pricing on those hasn't shifted yet. Most of those are around $1400-1800.
Ordered this yesterday. I have to give them props as it already shipped and is scheduled to be delivered on Thursday.
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Op saw your 9mm rifle in another thread... not seeing any deals out there for those? Had a chance to grab a Roni months ago at a great deal...regret not getting it now!
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Originally Posted By suture⏩
Ordered this yesterday. I have to give them props as it already shipped and is scheduled to be delivered on Thursday.
Grabagun does a great job. They're one of my favorite online firearms retailers.
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