The Official 2nd Amendment Appreciation Thread

[Grand Vol]

I also chalk up the newest "lethal by looking at it the wrong way" round to a complete lack of people knowing dick all about ammo. Take that G2 RIP thingy that came out about six months ago or so. People were "ohhing" and "ahhing" over it until someone did some serious ballistic tests and found out it was pure garbage. But the uninformed masses still bought it up like it was a laser rifle because it looked mean and they had no clue about ballistic tests that show it is no better than a standard FMJ 9mm.

But king of the hill? Still rounds like the Golden Saber, Critical Duty, Gold Dot, Ranger-T and HST. The Golden Saber design is close to 20 years old and still going strong. Gold Dot is well over a decade old and sets the standard to this day for bonded designs. It's hard to improve on the tried and true designs like those five.

I'd disagree with the 40 grain in .223 though. 55 is the least I'd use other than the Black Hills 50 grain TSX. With the varmint style bullets, you just don't get the penetration for a sure stop and will have a hard time doing more than creating a superficial wound that won't incapacitate. With 55 grain, you have a better chance at reaching a vital organ. Preferably a heavier weight like 62-64 grain bonded soft points. TAP 75 grain if you can find it.

But shot placement is king. And I can put 30 controlled rounds into vital areas on a target better than I can put seven buck and slug rounds.

 

[Nationdom]

I've got a CZ 527 in walnut and that thin shoots the best groups with Hornady 55 gr v max. 5 shot nickel at 100

 

[Grand Vol]

I've got a CZ 527 in walnut and that thin shoots the best groups with Hornady 55 gr v max. 5 shot nickel at 100

I had one of those, only in 7.62x39. I had serious bolt binding issues and ended up selling it.

But it was a fun little plinker and even pretty accurate with the Russian steel case stuff.

 

[Nationdom]

I had one of those, only in 7.62x39. I had serious bolt binding issues and ended up selling it.

But it was a fun little plinker and even pretty accurate with the Russian steel case stuff.

Man, I love mine. I haven't had any issues and I love the trigger on the thing. It's knocked the air out of more then a few coyotes.

 

[Grand Vol]

Man, I love mine. I haven't had any issues and I love the trigger on the thing. It's knocked the air out of more then a few coyotes.

That match trigger thing they did was pretty cool. I was almost freaked out the first time I tried it and the round popped before I was ready.

 

[volinbham]

Y'all may have seen this but it's got some good laughs. MAE - Moms Against Everything. It's a Facebook page mocking Moms Demand Action.

https://www.facebook.com/momsagainsteverything?fref=photo

 

[Grand Vol]

Y'all may have seen this but it's got some good laughs. MAE - Moms Against Everything. It's a Facebook page mocking Moms Demand Action.

https://www.facebook.com/momsagainsteverything?fref=photo

Great find! Loved this one:

 

[vol_in_ar]

GV
What Trijicon sights (3 dot) will fit a Colt MK IV, series 80 Gov't Model .380

 

[Grand Vol]

GV
What Trijicon sights (3 dot) will fit a Colt MK IV, series 80 Gov't Model .380

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Good question. It depends on the size of the front trunion. Which I'm not sure how big the .380 is.

If Trijicon doesn't have the size (I'd imagine they would) I might suggest Meprolight as an alternative. But you'll need the specific size for the front sight.

 

[DEFENDTHISHOUSE]

Have a look at Novaksights.com I'm pretty sure most will require milling. Also have a look at the XS line of sights.

The novaks will look like this.

 

[vol_in_ar]

Good question. It depends on the size of the front trunion. Which I'm not sure how big the .380 is.

If Trijicon doesn't have the size (I'd imagine they would) I might suggest Meprolight as an alternative. But you'll need the specific size for the front sight.

Have a look at Novaksights.com I'm pretty sure most will require milling. Also have a look at the XS line of sights.

The novaks will look like this.

thanks for the feedback
I'm sure the front will require milling work, as it's a fixed sight

 

[DEFENDTHISHOUSE]

Link for ya

Genuine Novak Sights

 

[vol_in_ar]

Thanks, I was actually just checking out their site and will call them Tuesday about installation.

I liked that they have in house gunsmithing, and can do the work

have you sent guns to them

 

[volinbham]

Here's what siglites look like on one

 

[DEFENDTHISHOUSE]

Cool, they're one of the best in the business. I'm sure you'll be very pleased. Cheers

 

[volinbham]

VIA - when I bought my p238 they sold me a mag for a Mustang saying it would work but the follower is too tall. You are welcome to it if you like. Let me know and I'll figure out how to get it to you.

 

[DEFENDTHISHOUSE]

Thanks, I was actually just checking out their site and will call them Tuesday about installation.

I liked that they have in house gunsmithing, and can do the work

have you sent guns to them

Yes, they've done several 1911 and browning hi power projects for me.

 

[vol_in_ar]

VIA - when I bought my p238 they sold me a mag for a Mustang saying it would work but the follower is too tall. You are welcome to it if you like. Let me know and I'll figure out how to get it to you.

Awesome,
and I'll give you my address

Thank you

 

[vol_in_ar]

Yes, they've done several 1911 and browning hi power projects for me.

great, I'll definitely call them

Thanks again

 

[DEFENDTHISHOUSE]

Here's what siglites look like on one

Have you had a chance to get to the new gander mountain in Gadsden?

 

[volinbham]

I have not - worth the drive?

 

[DEFENDTHISHOUSE]

I have not - worth the drive?

Yeah, it's ok. Decent prices on most items.

 

[Grand Vol]

thanks for the feedback
I'm sure the front will require milling work, as it's a fixed sight

Then it's easy so to speak. They can mill the slide to fit anything you want.

Novak is good, but last I heard they were a little backed up with projects, so might be a bit of a wait.

If Novak has some wait times you can't deal with, I'd suggest Dawson Precision as well.

www.dawsonprecision.com Home Page

 

[vol_in_ar]

Thanks GV

 

[Grand Vol]

It's a decent looking piece BTW.