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First pick is Ruger Vaquero 45 Colt. Second pick is M-1 carbine (USGI).

Some random thoughts: A gun can be a high-quality and just not feel 'right' for some people (for many reasons) Some people feel more comfortable with a revolver, others with pistol, some just as comfortable with either In case you're still considering an N-frame revolver for concealed...

Op here. Thank you for all the replies. You've given me a lot to think about. The serious (deadly) gun-related accidents that I've known about are both hunting related. In both cases, the hunter was crossing a barbed-wire fence with a loaded shotgun. During the crossing the shotgun fired...

I keep a small store-bought first aid kit in my range bag. I've been wondering whether that first aid kit would be adequate should there be a kaboom at the range or any other kind of range accident. I know about eye and ear protection, and use both always. This question pertains specifically to...

Is this because it's easier to consistently line up the bottom of the target with the top edge of the front blade? I'll try this the next time I'm at the range.

This is what's referred to as the 6-o'clock hold? I'll try this technique.

Thanks. I'll try them next time. The target I used was very poor in comparison.

Sorry. I meant aperture (peep) sights. The main idea I was trying to convey when I said open sights or iron sights was 'without a scope'.

I made it out the range after having been away for about a year. I was doing recreational bench shooting with open sights with targets 100 yards out. I'm in the 45-50 age category and my eyes are a far cry from what they once were. The target is quite fuzzy/blurry for my eyes at that...

Same here. I have a preference for the 30-06 because I have a Springfield 1903-A3 and intend to get a Garand. But I also really like 308 and consider it to be a great round too.

The old, Belgian Brownings are kind of like a pre-64 Winchester 94; very solid and built to last. I never shot a non-Belgian Browning shotgun, but I could tell just by looking at them up close that they're nothing like the older ones. When I was growing up I would sometimes hunt with a Belgian...

If you ever get a chance, look into the old Browning A-5 shotguns made in Belgium. Those things are awesome! And then, look into the Sweet 16.

Silly question: how do you figure out pressure from knowing the velocity? I assume that there are equations for calculating it based on bullet weight and other factors, but for those of you who do this, what do you use? Do you use software to do it, a website, calculate it yourself?

Upper 40's here. I like both revolvers and pistols. The things that I like the most are: a certain amount of weight (I do a lot of target shooting and it's easier to hold steady the heavier ones), a middle-of-the-road caliber/cartridge (somewhere between 22 LR and 44 magnum), and a preference...

I believe that this is inevitable, and just a matter of time. It seems that people are moving to states with other like-minded people (birds of a feather), and this causes more polarization overall. I also think that it will be either gun rights and/or clash over bigger vs smaller federal...

I just bought 50 rounds of factory loaded .45 ACP because my supply of ammo is getting really low in that caliber and my LGS was completely out of powders suitable for .45 ACP. That's the first time I bought factory ammo in a while. Of course, I didn't really buy it out of fear or panic, but...

I'm late to the discussion and only skim read many of the comments, so apologies if this has already been covered. You mention that this would be your first semi-auto centerfire and that you already shoot .308 in bolts (and reload). Think about how much you think that you plan to shoot the new...

I agree with the other suggestions about going for USGI instead. Years ago I bought an Iver Johnson M1 Carbine and it was okay. The trigger housing (around the magazine well) broke due to it being made of cheap metals. I now have a USGI M1 Carbine (Inland) that was passed down from my...

First off, very glad to hear that you had eye and ear protection at the time! For those that wear gloves at the range -- what kind?

I'm thinking that I might buy an older-style AR-15 A2 in the near future. I definitely want fixed stock, built-in carry handle on upper, and a 20 inch barrel. I also want the barrel chambered for 5.56. I almost never see ARs with fixed stocks anymore -- why is that? Any suggestions on specific...