What do you take when you go to the range?

[possum]

when i m by myself i a take a max of 2. either 2 handguns, or 1 handgun and one rifle, normally the latter, 100rds for the rifle, and 200rds for the pistol. that is the norm. but when i am home on leave, and it is gonna be an all day trip, then we normally take his and my ar-15's, am ak, a glock 19, 17, kahr k-9 elite, para lda, remington 870, ad he xd's! that makesfor a day of fun filled range time!

 

[Looking for Knowledge]

I was only asking because I have been considering trimming down the handguns I take to the indoor range. I enjoy shooting my Buckmark and my Long Colt, and though I usually take them for fun, lately I have been thinking of focusing more on the firearms I need to shoot (and having less to clean afterwards).

I was just curious if most people bring as many guns as possible, like I usually do, or if they try to keep it at a minimum, like I tested out today.

Next time the .44 will stay home too. The new grips didn't work out for me, so I'm back to the ones they came with....and I can live with that.

The Kahr PM-9, Walther PPK/S, and the P3AT will go with me again next time, as they are the ones I always have close at hand.

 

[ZeSpectre]

I rotate through pretty regularly but I do always take my Ruger MK III which is my "cool down" gun at the end. No matter how rambunctious I've been with other stuff the last two magazines are always .22 with nice slow fire and concentration on trigger control.

 

[Monkeybear]

I take one of my guns and as much ammo as I can afford. I usually like to alternate the way I shoot at the range though. Ill do some slow and controlled shooting. It takes a little while but my groups start to close up, Im still kinda new. When Ive done about 100 of those Ill move to faster shots, double action(my CZ has a decocker) and one handed. Before I leave Ill cut loose and see how well I shoot when Im not aiming followed by my "take home target" where I place 5 shots as best I can. I kind of need this whole cycle to feel fully satified when I leave and I cant afford to do this with more than one gun at a time.

 

[Ultraman]

1 Centerfire. 1 Rimfire.

I'll have 1 to 4 guns with me but when I go to the range I'm basically there to shoot 2 of them. I ALWAYS have my PRIMARY carry gun, a S&W 640 and my BUG of the day, either a American Derringer or a NAA Mini Magnum. Sometimes that is all I shoot but mainly when I plan to spent some time relaxing , plinking, just having fun I take any "one" of several Centerfire Revolvers and any "one" of several Rimfire Pistols, Revolvers or my Ruger 77/22 Rifle.

 

[GRB]

When I go to the outdoor range, I take whatever I think I may enjoy shooting that day. That usually means my Remington 870, a 22 rifle or three, a pistol or two. If I take one or more of my larger caliber rifles, I usually take less 22 rifles.

It works out that when we go to the outdoor range, we usually take a shotgun, two or three rifles, and a pistol/revolver or two.

There is almost always a 22 in the mix.

As for the indoor ranges to which I go, it depends upon what they allow. One does not allow anything but pistol, revolver and .22 rifles.

Add to the above hearing protection, eye protection, lots of ammo, a bag to hold ammo, a gun box to hold my gun gadgets, cleaning supplies, targets, a stapler and staples, and that about sets us up.


All the best,
Glenn B

 

[Redneck with a 40]

I always take my Taurus Mil-Pro 40, my XD-40, and my Ruger 22/45. I'll put 50 rounds out of the XD and 50 rounds out of the Mil-Pro every Saturday. The Ruger 22/45 will usually see 100 rounds fired. This keeps me proficient without breaking the bank, although my ammo is cheaper now that I have recently started reloading. I loaded some 180's for my 40's with 6 grains of Unique, minimum charge, they are a joy to shoot, low recoil and accurate.

 

[TOADMAN]

My CC guns..Subcompact Glocks and S&W J-frames.

 

[Ala Dan]

Usually two or three handguns, depending on mood I'm in with extra
magazines, lubricant, old toothbrush, gun rag, eye and ear protection,
and lots of ammo. Most of the time, these firearms are .45 caliber auto
loaders; but occassionally I throw in the Browning Buckmark or my Colt
M4A3 AR-15 in .223~!

 

[Cousin Mike]

Always:

- Ruger Mark II - It's the only .22LR I own at the moment, and you ALWAYS need to take a .22 to the range, especially if you'll be there for a while.

- Sig P220 (.45ACP) and Sig Pro SP2340 (.357SIG) - These are my carry guns, so practicing with them at every opportunity is simply a must.

- Beretta Cougar 8000D (9X19mm) - My girlfriend shoots this gun better than anything else. She also gets frustrated easily when she doesn't do as well as she thinks she should, so when that starts to happen, I break out the 9mm DAO and let her go to work... brings back her confidence in no time!

Sometimes:

- Taurus 608 (.357 Magnum) - This one goes when I feel like pissing off that old codger who complains about noise at the firing range. You know, the one who is always there, but anything bigger than a .22 is too loud for him? The Taurus is an 8-shot revolver, so it's fun to watch people try and count my shots. Let off 6, pause, then doubletap! Gets 'em everytime.

Well, that and .357 Magnum is just the shiznit... So far this Taurus is my first .357 Magnum. I think from now on, all of my revolvers will be Magnums.

- Colt Official Police (.38 Special) - This tack driver is as soft as a down pillow on the hands, and my girlfriend's favorite revolver. If she wants to shoot a sixgun, this one has to go along. It has the smoothest, lightest trigger I've ever encountered and it breaks like glass. This one also goes when teaching new shooters.

My 1911 almost never goes to the range anymore, sadly. I think I might be trading it in on a better 1911, or something else altogether. Found out the hard way that I really need a beavertail to enjoy shooting 1911s, and the razorblade sights give me a headache.

 

[Hardtarget]

I don't go to the range as often as I should...so when I get a chance to shoot I tend to take too much stuff. I take the four handguns...
...Ruger .22 Mk.I
...Colt Diamondback .22
...Colt Diamondback .38
...S&W .45 semi auto.
I also take two or three rifles...
...Rem. .22
...Win. .30-30
... .30 Carbine
... .303 Enfield ...ok, four.
I need to rethink my list of stuff...or go more often.
Mark.

 

[Jackal]

What do I take to the range? That's simple. A good attitude.

 

[230HB]

I always take my CCW Glock 27, one of my 1911`s and alternate between .38 snubs and 9MM shooters. The .480 Ruger gets a workout now & then but that gets a little expensive. Haven`t quite gotten around to doing any reloading for it but saved a stack of the brass ready to go.

 

[pete f]

All depends on the purpose of the trip.


Bringing a new shooter to the range, I have brought as many as a 20 handguns. Let the try them all and see what they enjoy most, always at least one SA .22, one DA .22 and one auto .22 plus someother options.

Getting ready for qualifying or hunting, only the weapon I need. Hunting either the .357 or the big .44 or .45 Qualifying is always my series 70 combat commander. I always shoot it best, and I never get any greif about shooting a gun just to make quals/

Just a fun trip to keep up, pretty much what ever calls my name when i open the gun safe,

 

[orionengnr]

Bringing a new shooter to the range, I have brought as many as a 20 handguns. Let the try them all and see what they enjoy most, always at least one SA .22, one DA .22 and one auto .22 plus someother options.

Wow, that is pretty gracious. When can I go shooting with you?

Only down sides I can see are:

1. Shooting 20 pistols in one session may be overload. Can the new shooter even recall the differences (and his preferences) among all of them?
2. Cleaning 20 guns after a range session. Ouch. I enjoy cleaning guns as much as anyone, but not 20 at a time...

Anyway, great job introducing new shooters to the sport.

 

[CornCod]

I use a system that alternates .22's and centerfire weapons, so I don't go broke shooting centerfire firearms all the time. I shoot nearly every weekend. I have a lot of great pieces I can't shoot due to ammo costs.

Week 1: Saiga 7.62X39
Week 2: Ruger Mk 11 .22
Week 3: Browning HP 9mm
Week 4: Henry Mod 001 .22 lever-action rifle

and back to Week 1.

 

[shaggycat]

I bring a centerfire and a .22.

 

[Dr.Rob]

A suitcase full of pistols. Usually a 9mm, a 45 or two and a .357.

A Dillon border shift bag.

An all in one cleaning kit for 38/9 and 45.

Earmuffs.

Ammo and spare mags/speedlaoders.

Target tape/targets.

I don't shoot my .22 pistol as much as I used to.

 

[Black Majik]

Usually a 1911 and a 9mm. And my Marvel kit.

 

[Scorpiusdeus]

I always take my P226 and P239 in .40 S&W. These are my primary defensive firearms and they are shot every time I go shooting. If I have a lot of time or bring a buddy, I will take my P228 and maybe my SP101.

 

[Lord Bodak]

All depends on the purpose...

Hoping to get to the range Saturday with my Ruger 22/45 (finally have an Ultimate Cliploader!) and my new Stoeger Cougar.

I might also take one of the revolvers and possibly my Bersa, but it depends on the mood I'm in.

 

[Bill B.]

I almost always bring my primary carry which is a 45 ACP. If I don't bring that I carry the same model in .40 S&W. Most of the time I bring at least two .22 autos and after that I bring whatever else I just happen to want to blow the dust out of ......... . I always try to have a long gun in the mix also.

 

[bigmike45]

I recently purchased a large range bag that can carry many guns at once. I took it and my 3 1911's, and 5 revolvers to the range with another canvas bag full of ammo. After about 600 rounds I realized I was now going to have to spend all day Saturday cleaning the guns.
But I had a great time. I am going to continue to take as many as I can.

 

[Sven]

I always bring my Valtro 1911, a 22, and my M1A.

 

[Antihero]

What do i bring to the range??

My wallet,as the only reason i go to ranges is to rent guns i want to try. Other wise i shoot on my 8 acres in the woods.

Idaho is great