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      Ammo options

      Hi all, I have been inactive for awhile, but am trying to re-engage. I have several firearms: M1 Garand (30.06 150 gr ball), Ruger SR9C-9mm, Mossberg 500 12 guage, and PSA AR15 5.56 Nato. Everywhere I look for ammo it seems like it is out of stock or ridiculously priced. I use to visit some...
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      Garand ammo options

      Hi patriots. I need ammo for my garand. I am out of the M2 Greek Ball 30.06 sold by the CMP. It is my understanding that their stock is depleted. Is there any of this stuff still around? What are my options? Can I use any 30.06 ammo of 150grain? Do I have to install a gas plug (Schuster)...
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      Help, 1st AR15 build, PSA lower

      I am building my first AR15 from a PSA lower kit (PSA 16" Midlength 5.56 NATO 1:7 Phosphate MOE Freedom Rifle Kit - 7779431). The MOE pistol grip fit the lower quite snuggly and had to push hard to get it to sit right while ensuring the safety spring stayed aligned. My concern is with the...
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      If you care about Constitution, 2A, and SCOTUS picks, Cruz is only sure choice.

      Constitutional Conservative who will defend our individual rights. Simple flat tax/fair for all. Trump: 2 of top 3 functions of government "Education" and "Healthcare", wants to change GOP prolife platform, Raise taxes on some/not other. Support men in women's restrooms. Believes government...
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      Giving a firearm as a gift for son?

      I would like to get my son (16 years old) a rifle or pistol for Christmas. I was looking at the 10/22 takedown or Ruger MkIII or Browning Buckmark--something he can practice with, cheap. How do I do this legally? Can I buy the gun, and simply give it to him? Is he legally able to own a gun...
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      Garand Breakdown and Cleaning Question

      Just bought my first Garand--a field grade SA that arrived from the CMP. Upon inspection, there does not 'appear' to be any of that Cosmoline on it. Is that normal? Is there cosmoline but I just don't see it? What are the best methods for ridding the rifle of cosmoline and for treating the...
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      Field or Service Grade

      Have a chance to get a field grade SA garand or a service grade H&A garand. I want the springfield name, and it may have seen battle and/or WWII era. But is it worth the lower grade? Any experience with field grade and what to expect? What would you do if you were me?
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      Taking out a 401k loan to pay down debt

      As part of my preps, I need to get out of financial debt. So, a "friend" has some significant credit card debt. This friend can pay off this credit card debt by taking out a loan against his 401 plan. What this means is that the friend will have to pay back into his 401 to pay off the 401...
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      Buying land a good investment?

      With the uncertainty in the market, I am considering putting my money in physical assets. I am intrigued by the prospect of purchasing land. Farm land is priced high right now. But, what about recreation property? Acreage with perhaps mountains, streams, woods, wildlife. Is this a good...
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      LTCH and Driving to Florida

      Road tripping to Florida. Will be traveling through Kentucky, TN, Bama, GA, and Florida. Will I be able to cc my handgun without breaking the law? It looks like these states all have reciprocity with Indiana but would like confirmation.
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      Carry in Automobile at School?

      Can I carry my handgun in my automobile in the following situations: 1. Parking at School to pickup son (leaving handgun in car) 2. Driving by the school on the nearest road When leaving in car, is there a particular way it would need to be stored to be considered legal in the...
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      Need advice on shooting Ruger SR9c

      Have a new Ruger SR9c with about 500 rounds through it at range. I am consistently shooting low and to the left by about 5-6 inches. What am I doing wrong? Do I need to adjust the sites (how?). I suppose I could aim high and right, but...
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      9mm Grain for Home Defense

      So, I am shopping for ammunition for my new SR9c which is primarily for home defense. Does it matter much what the grain is? 115, 124, 147? It seems to me that for home defense I might want the heavier grain. I am thinking that the heavier, slower velocity might mean less wall penetration...
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      You have $1500, pick M14 or M1 Garand? Why?

      Which would you choose an why? Assume price is not the deciding factor. I am leaning toward the Garand for its history...thoughts?
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      Help on new Mossberg 500

      I just bought my first Mossberg 500 and picked it up yesterday. As I am inspecting it, I was testing the safety and the action lock lever--I wanted to pump the shotgun and inspect the action/chamber. However, the gun now appears "locked up". The trigger is in the rearward position and...
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      Mossberg 500 versus 590A

      What is the difference between these two models? Is Ghostring worth a few extra bucks? Are both able interchange barrels?
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      Shotgun question: barrels

      I want to purchase a shotgun (Mossberg or Remington), that serves as a home defense weapon. However, I would like some versatility to hunt deer/fowl. Are any of the models capable of switching out barrels (e.g., can you have an 18.5 ince home defense shotgun, but add/swap longer barrels for...
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      Home invasion, Goshen professor murdered

      It can happen anywhere. Be prepared. Community shocked, saddened by Goshen College professor's death in home invasion - wsbt.com
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      Uppers and Lowers

      Can someone point me to a tutorial on components of the AR15 or respond with info here. I frequently see "Upper" for sale, "Lower" for sale. Does one have to piece together a rifle? Why would you buy the upper and lower separately. I realize this is a naive question, and there are probably...
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      Pick 2 Knives for me

      I'm a knife-world noob. Would like to have two knives that maximize use across a breadth of tasks. I am thinking of one bigger (fixed-blade?) type knife, and something smaller, and lighter, with handling finer type jobs. I want quality. Price Range for the two knives combined max $200.
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