Feeler for a north-central Indiana meetup

[MilitaryArms]

Yeah I spend about $15.50 for a box of 9mm.

Considering I spend about $4 for a box of 50...

Oh well, too bad.

 

[LockStocksAndBarrel]

Considering I spend about $4 for a box of 50...

Oh well, too bad.

Where in the blazes can I get a box of 9mm for $4.00?????

 

[Drakkule]

Where in the blazes can I get a box of 9mm for $4.00?????

I agree, i would buy 100 boxes if i can get them for $4.00 each. I don't even care if they are reloads.

 

[MilitaryArms]

Where in the blazes can I get a box of 9mm for $4.00?????

I buy my components in bulk and get my brass for free. I shoot a lot, and there's no way I could do that if I bought commercial ammo at today's prices. The thought of dropping $100+ on ammo to shoot for an hour (or less) at a indoor range is something I can't stomach.

 

[Hoosierdood]

Dec 10 is good for me.

 

[LanceRobbins24]

Dec 10th is looking pretty open for me right now, as long as the wife and kids don't schedule something up (or if work decides to pencil me in on the schedule).

 

[LockStocksAndBarrel]

Yeah I spend about $15.50 for a box of 9mm.

Midwest has 9mm Aguila on sale for $9.89 a box. Sale ends 11/3.

 

[TomN]

Midwest has 9mm Aguila on sale for $9.89 a box. Sale ends 11/3.

That's $15.50 on a box of frangible ammo.

 

[MilitaryArms]

Midwest has 9mm Aguila on sale for $9.89 a box. Sale ends 11/3.

And you can't shoot that stuff on the range as it's not frangible. It's a good price though.

 

[LockStocksAndBarrel]

That's $15.50 on a box of frangible ammo.

I know. I was just giving you a heads up since you shoot a 9mm.

 

[MilitaryArms]

I know. I was just giving you a heads up since you shoot a 9mm.

Thanks.

I only shoot commercial ammo these days for test videos on new firearms. Otherwise, I shoot reloads as I can reload for 1/2 the price of the cheapest commercial ammo.

 

[LockStocksAndBarrel]

Thanks.

I only shoot commercial ammo these days for test videos on new firearms. Otherwise, I shoot reloads as I can reload for 1/2 the price of the cheapest commercial ammo.

Roger that! Didn't intend to cloud it all up! I can do that sometimes.

 

[PINski1015]

I'd rather do it at Midwest Gun and Range. Can use more caliber's and you don't have to buy specific ammo types.

 

[TomN]

I'd rather do it at Midwest Gun and Range. Can use more caliber's and you don't have to buy specific ammo types.

Well that's an option for sure, I'm just unsure how well they'd be able to handle a large group of people on a Saturday. I believe that they are already pretty busy with regular customers. What does everyone else think?

 

[TomN]

Here are some pros and cons of the two sites mentioned for those who may not have been at one or the other.

Kodiak Firing Range
Pros:
INGO supporter
Will be able to accommodate a larger group of people. Everyone would be able to shoot.
Can use the grill at the range to cook, or there are a lot of places to eat very close by
Location might be better for people since it's on the South Side of South Bend
Steel reactive targets are fun. (Ok this is personal opinion)

Cons:
Expensive to shoot there unless you reload your own frangible ammo
You can only shoot handgun calibers, or .22 and I think .223
No paper targets if you're wanting to shoot paper

Midwest Gun and Range
Pros:
Ammo is less expensive. Can shoot any caliber that you wish
Can shoot paper targets. Helps with accuracy
Elkhart location better for people in Elkhart and surrounding area
They have a gun store.

Cons:
They are usually busy on Saturday. Might not get a chance to shoot
Might not be able to accommodate a larger group
No place to eat in the surrounding area.

Opinions?

 

[Hoosierdood]

Well that's an option for sure, I'm just unsure how well they'd be able to handle a large group of people on a Saturday. I believe that they are already pretty busy with regular customers. What does everyone else think?

If I were given the option to support a new range who also happens to be an INGO site supporter, or support a range that could really care less about our business, I know what my choice would be. Mike has already said that we could use his fryer and have a cook out. Don't think you would get that kind of customer service at Midwest. Yes, it is a little more expensive. But you get a whole different experience shooting at steel, you get to support a fellow INGOer, and you get customer service that is next to none.

For those who are worried about the $15 for a box of ammo... just skip your usual stops to Starbucks for a day or pack a lunch instead of going to Burger King (-1 Burger King). Seriously, its $15. Nobody said you have to shoot 300 rounds. Just buy a box and enjoy the day. Looking forward to a good day of shooting.

 

[MilitaryArms]

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[LockStocksAndBarrel]

If I were given the option to support a new range who also happens to be an INGO site supporter, or support a range that could really care less about our business, I know what my choice would be. Mike has already said that we could use his fryer and have a cook out. Don't think you would get that kind of customer service at Midwest. Yes, it is a little more expensive. But you get a whole different experience shooting at steel, you get to support a fellow INGOer, and you get customer service that is next to none.

For those who are worried about the $15 for a box of ammo... just skip your usual stops to Starbucks for a day or pack a lunch instead of going to Burger King (-1 Burger King). Seriously, its $15. Nobody said you have to shoot 300 rounds. Just buy a box and enjoy the day. Looking forward to a good day of shooting.

Ditto.

 

[MilitaryArms]

Please disregard my comments, I won't be attending.

 

[Mad Man]

I would love to attend. Having been to Kodiak before, nothing compares to it. Unfortunately I have to work on Saturdays. If future meets are on Sundays then I'm there!!!