I suppose your right , but even before the ccw issue the fact that my handgun doesn't work correctly right now means I'm defenseless in my own home. I live in an apartment complex and the mosin will fly through lots of stuff i know the cz will too but it seems like a much lesser evil.
The conundrum of the day.
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Furncliff
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I bought my CZ82 on Gunbroker. It had problems. The gun smiths at CZUSA did a great job working out the kinks and now it shoots like a new gun. Highly recommended. Call, don't email them. They are friendly and helpful, not at all what we've come to expect from customer service at other gun makers.
HoosierQ
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Frankly, I am all for trading up and moving on when the time is right. Yes, I have divested of guns I wish I had not. Divested of a Mini-14 when money was tight...regretted the heck out of not having a semi-auto .223...UNTIL I bought an AR...regret over.
Divested of a GP100 and regretted that...UNTIL I bought a 627...regret over (although in this case I paid way too much for the 627 and other than 8 over 6 shots really doesn't do anything better than the GP100...trigger is better).
Divested of all my commie milsurps and funded other gun purchases. Some folks will disagree and it's up to each individual, but barring some sort of real collector or sentimental item, a gun collection is a fluid, dynamic thing.
If you could divest of the two guns you've got via private sale, save a couple bucks back, you could purchase a Glock 19, a Ruger SR9c, a S&W M&P, a good used Sig...whatever...and have a more modern pistol in a very common caliber. Gun sale regrets are not one of life's bigger regrets. I mean don't sell a Savage 99 for a Glock
...or a vintage SAA or something...but commie guns...easy come, easy go I say.
Divested of a GP100 and regretted that...UNTIL I bought a 627...regret over (although in this case I paid way too much for the 627 and other than 8 over 6 shots really doesn't do anything better than the GP100...trigger is better).
Divested of all my commie milsurps and funded other gun purchases. Some folks will disagree and it's up to each individual, but barring some sort of real collector or sentimental item, a gun collection is a fluid, dynamic thing.
If you could divest of the two guns you've got via private sale, save a couple bucks back, you could purchase a Glock 19, a Ruger SR9c, a S&W M&P, a good used Sig...whatever...and have a more modern pistol in a very common caliber. Gun sale regrets are not one of life's bigger regrets. I mean don't sell a Savage 99 for a Glock
...or a vintage SAA or something...but commie guns...easy come, easy go I say.
shuvelrider
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That's a tough one then, figure a way to work from home then. Hopefully you have wheels of some sort, think outside of the box. We don't know your entire story, not anybody's business to ask. Maybe get certified in some public/social service skill, drive a bus, hire on as an bug exterminator. Just trying to be helpful, best of luck then.
Thank you sir. I'll try and figure something out.
That is probably my best bet. Finding people who want to buy is rather difficult. Seems like everyone I know has a bunch of guns all of which are more modern than any I have. Some fellow said he would like my 91/30 so he could put a scope on it and he hasn't contacted me beyond the initial conversation.Frankly, I am all for trading up and moving on when the time is right. Yes, I have divested of guns I wish I had not. Divested of a Mini-14 when money was tight...regretted the heck out of not having a semi-auto .223...UNTIL I bought an AR...regret over.
Divested of a GP100 and regretted that...UNTIL I bought a 627...regret over (although in this case I paid way too much for the 627 and other than 8 over 6 shots really doesn't do anything better than the GP100...trigger is better).
Divested of all my commie milsurps and funded other gun purchases. Some folks will disagree and it's up to each individual, but barring some sort of real collector or sentimental item, a gun collection is a fluid, dynamic thing.
If you could divest of the two guns you've got via private sale, save a couple bucks back, you could purchase a Glock 19, a Ruger SR9c, a S&W M&P, a good used Sig...whatever...and have a more modern pistol in a very common caliber. Gun sale regrets are not one of life's bigger regrets. I mean don't sell a Savage 99 for a Glock
LJ-MosinFreak-Buck
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Just because it's not functioning 100% of the time doesn't mean you're defenseless. I seen someone recommended you to another website for your CZ. I would recommend it to, as someone might know a simple fix for you that would cost nothing.
I know what you're going through, I've been unemployed since last August, and just finally got on at another job. Was working at a bar/grill, but that just made my cigarettes appear. I got a job now where I'm working steadily.
I lucked out with my last pistol purchase. Got most of my payable-as-of-now fines paid, had a little money left over, and my buddy had a Glock 22 for sale that he only wanted $175 for. I lucked out, and it's a Gen 4 LNIB, so call it luck.
I have an Astra A-90 that I got as my first pistol, and believe me, I know unreliable. I need to find replacement magazine springs before I can totally trust it, but with some WWB or Winchester NATO, it's reliable, even with the mag spring problem.
northark147
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I have a C9, a HP40, and a 995. I can't remember ever having pulled the trigger on any of them without hearing a bang, and seeing a hole appear in the target afterwards. Of course I wouldn't carry wither of the pistols since I have much nicer ones, but I don't get the at least it isn't High Point crap.
On other notes it cost about 200 dollars ish to get a permit where I live. How do you plan on coming up with that money without a job? a Good gun belt cost at least 60, about the same for a good holster. It seems to me as if you have worse things to worry about than finding/paying for the gun itself.
Those things would hopefully/likely come with my birthday. If they didn't I would try to find some way of getting all the things to come together.
Godsgunman
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First off, I can't believe no one has mentioned this yet, but you are getting ripped off on your ammo prices for your CZ. I have an 82 also and absolutely love it. It is for a fact the most reliable gun I've owned. As far as ammo goes NEVER buy from a LGS because they see it as a "specialty" item and severly over charge. Either go online to cheaperthandirt.com or go to a gun show and get silver bear or brown bear for $12 to $13 a box. Also they are 94 grain which in my opinion, the problem seems to me that the Foichi isn't packing enough umph to blow the slide far enough back to properly eject the spent case. If that doesnt work then replace the spring.
Secondly don't let anyone fill your head with the hogwash that 9x18 isn't a viable SD round. There is no "magic caliber" with "knock down" power. The 9x18 has enough power to get the job done. I trust it enough to be one of my carry guns. I'm sure I'll be argued with but 90% is shot placement and 10% is size of the projectile in my personal opinion.
After you work out the kink's with better ammo and maybe a new spring, get confident and efficient with your CZ. They are great guns. Once you get some employment and some funds to live off of, if you think you absolutely MUST have a different firearm then go for it. Don't be in a hurry to ditch the CZ it'll probably be something you'll regret in the long run.
Secondly don't let anyone fill your head with the hogwash that 9x18 isn't a viable SD round. There is no "magic caliber" with "knock down" power. The 9x18 has enough power to get the job done. I trust it enough to be one of my carry guns. I'm sure I'll be argued with but 90% is shot placement and 10% is size of the projectile in my personal opinion.
After you work out the kink's with better ammo and maybe a new spring, get confident and efficient with your CZ. They are great guns. Once you get some employment and some funds to live off of, if you think you absolutely MUST have a different firearm then go for it. Don't be in a hurry to ditch the CZ it'll probably be something you'll regret in the long run.
I really like your advice sir. But, I have found a friend who is willing to buy both of my firearms for $300. So now I'm in the process of looking for work and trying to find a good new handgun. I've never owned a new gun at all. What is a good handgun for around 300 to 350?
gotboostvr
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There is literally a vast plethora of good, quality used (and a few new) firearms in that price range. I've picked up a 1911, and 2 nice K frame revolvers (4"19-3 and a 2" 64-5) within that price range and they're my three favorites, I do like my HK P7, just not quite as much especially when you factor in cost!
For a carry pistol, a used J frame (small 5 shot revolver) would be great, you should be able to find one without too much trouble as long as you're either A: not picky (about specific grips, finish etc, don't over pay for a old beater) or B: patient.
If you're into semi auto's you should also be able to find a used Glock in that price range. The police trade in's are great deals, but typically only full sized.
Best advice I can give is go to a few gun shows and handle as many as you can to see what fits right, which sights you like, which grips you want and if possible, bring a friend/realitive that's more knowledgeable than you. Buy what you want though, let them "steer" you, not "push" you into a purchase.
Good luck!
Thank you I'll have to see when the next Orlando gun show comes around. I see a bunch of rugers and kel tecs and even a kahr but im not sure if they are good or not.
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