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Title: updating inventory
Post by: Nate on July 19, 2016, 07:48:39 PM
well I finally broke down today and added to the inventory!  I also got 510 rounds of 55/56grn 5.56 for $206, which comes out to $.403 a round.

 
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Flyin6 on July 19, 2016, 08:09:29 PM
Now did you buy that case and find a gun inside?

Man, what luck!!!!
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Nate on July 19, 2016, 08:45:10 PM
yeah I wish!

the case and the rifle were bought at the same time.  here is the break down of the rifle, but I did not pay that price for it.

http://www.smith-wesson.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product4_750001_750051_765651_-1_757785_757784_757784_ProductDisplayErrorView_Y
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: stlaser on July 19, 2016, 09:18:16 PM
Nice!
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Post by: TexasRedNeck on July 19, 2016, 10:18:27 PM
Better watch out Nate. Being former Army and buying bulk ammo probably put you on BHOs list ...


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Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: stlaser on July 19, 2016, 11:39:36 PM
TRN, don't worry with how much we harass Ken about his GF I'm sure we're all already on a list. Thanks a lot Ken!!!!
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: BobbyB on July 20, 2016, 03:15:56 AM
Not bad. You going to swap the handguards or leave it how it is?
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Nate on July 20, 2016, 10:45:21 AM
If i can find a cheap set of rails for the front, id like to swap them out.
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Flyin6 on July 20, 2016, 11:21:55 AM
If i can find a cheap set of rails for the front, id like to swap them out.
Nate, PM me your new address...I think I can cover that request
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: BobbyB on July 20, 2016, 12:13:00 PM
If i can find a cheap set of rails for the front, id like to swap them out.


Check out Midwest Industries if Chief can't help you out. There's a clearance section and most of their stuff isn't pricey to begin with.
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Nate on July 20, 2016, 01:39:15 PM
I will check them out, because I need to get a single point piece and the wrench to take the nut off.
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: BobbyB on July 20, 2016, 02:32:31 PM
I will check them out, because I need to get a single point piece and the wrench to take the nut off.

Negative Ghost rider, PM in bound.
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Nate on July 20, 2016, 05:07:11 PM
and RGR, reply sent.
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Flyin6 on July 20, 2016, 06:20:43 PM
Yep, I have one
The one I used on my first Carbine length
Will ship tomorrow
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: TexasRedNeck on July 20, 2016, 08:31:52 PM
I moved away from single points. Too many whacks to the nuts in transitions.


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Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Nate on July 20, 2016, 10:44:32 PM
Thank you don.

RN, your doing something wrong then.........;D
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: TexasRedNeck on July 20, 2016, 11:06:56 PM
Entirely possible Nate. Entirely possible. It sure flops around a lot


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Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Sammconn on July 20, 2016, 11:09:39 PM

RN, your doing something wrong then.........;D

Sure is...catching it in the jewels... ::)

I have also, all in how the sling is rigged, just haven't exactly perfected it.
I like the freedom it provides, but does swing around a bit if you don't get it off to the side some.
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Nate on July 21, 2016, 05:24:15 AM
let me get things situated and ill post up a pic or 2 of how I run things............
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Nate on July 23, 2016, 05:51:14 PM
got a new piece of hardware this afternoon, and I even got it installed.

Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: BobbyB on July 23, 2016, 09:43:07 PM
got a new piece of hardware this afternoon, and I even got it installed.

Well that means you now have to Krylon the rest of the rifle to match.
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: KensAuto on July 23, 2016, 10:18:48 PM
Nice.  What brand is it?

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Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: TexasRedNeck on July 23, 2016, 10:40:45 PM
got a new piece of hardware this afternoon, and I even got it installed.

Well that means you now have to Krylon the rest of the rifle to match.

And then toss it in the mud to christen it.
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: BobbyB on July 23, 2016, 10:53:56 PM
Nice.  What brand is it?

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S&W MP15
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: stlaser on July 23, 2016, 10:57:42 PM
I think they were asking about hand guard
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: BobbyB on July 23, 2016, 11:10:35 PM
I think they were asking about hand guard

Oh well just a quick glimpse it looks like a KAC RAS with UTG grips over the rails. But then again, that style of quad rail has been done by almost everyone.
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Nate on July 24, 2016, 12:08:04 AM
bobby is correct.

Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: KensAuto on July 24, 2016, 12:10:54 AM
Coolio
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Nate on July 24, 2016, 12:34:12 AM
i have tossed around the idea for doing a camo job, but for some reason i just have not made up my mind...............?
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Flyin6 on July 24, 2016, 06:17:14 PM
Looks at home Nate!

The paint is Krylon cammo paint...
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Nate on July 24, 2016, 07:19:47 PM
thank you don.
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Nate on July 24, 2016, 07:20:15 PM
what are folks thoughts on painting an ar?!
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: KensAuto on July 24, 2016, 08:33:18 PM
Do it! Make it yours!!
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Flyin6 on July 24, 2016, 10:36:50 PM
what are folks thoughts on painting an ar?!
Most of mine are painted
The guns I used in the Stan (couple of tours) and Iraq (couple of tours) were a combo of painted and black. The paint chips up, but it doesn't interfere with anything.
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: BobbyB on July 25, 2016, 02:46:48 AM
what are folks thoughts on painting an ar?!

Paint it.  Doesn't have to be pretty.
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Nate on July 25, 2016, 10:11:08 PM
well I got 3 new pieces of equipment in today, and 2 of them got attached and the other went into the range / tool bag.

a sincere thank you to both of you for the hardware, pm me what I owe you for it / them please.
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: TexasRedNeck on July 25, 2016, 10:45:03 PM
Looks great Nate.  So now tell me how you run that thing.  Sprinting and climbing and transitioning to pistol without that dangly thing whacking you in the nuts.....
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: EL TATE on July 26, 2016, 01:36:28 PM
RN, I feel ya. looking at it I can't see how to avoid that aspect. Looks great, don't get me wrong, but I don't want my tender bits whacked unexpectedly.
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Nate on July 26, 2016, 02:12:58 PM
are you wearing it strapped across your chest or hanging at your side?
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: TexasRedNeck on July 26, 2016, 02:21:54 PM
over left shoulder, under right armpit.  Bungee in front.  Its awesome in close quarters but any running and gunning and transitioning and climbing or jumping and stuff gets beat up
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: BobbyB on July 26, 2016, 02:34:05 PM
over left shoulder, under right armpit.  Bungee in front.  Its awesome in close quarters but any running and gunning and transitioning and climbing or jumping and stuff gets beat up

Cough, cough...

http://www.tacticalassaultgearstore.com/packs-bags-pouches/molle-weapons-catch.html


Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: TexasRedNeck on July 26, 2016, 03:14:22 PM
Yeah, Bobby.  Seen that.  IMO it takes too much time to strap it down when you are in the moment.
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: BobbyB on July 26, 2016, 04:21:45 PM
Yeah, Bobby.  Seen that.  IMO it takes too much time to strap it down when you are in the moment.

Using the hand that's controlling the handguard, push it into the "clamp". It doesn't take long, and once you get the move down, it'll be second nature.
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: TexasRedNeck on July 26, 2016, 04:36:00 PM
I could see that.  I've just moved on to a traditional two point and can rotate (throw it) it over my left shoulder and it rides muzzle down across my back, which makes it easy to navigate obstacles or climb.  Then grab the muzzle end and rotate it under my right arm back into fighting position
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: BobbyB on July 27, 2016, 02:13:05 AM
I could see that.  I've just moved on to a traditional two point and can rotate (throw it) it over my left shoulder and it rides muzzle down across my back, which makes it easy to navigate obstacles or climb.  Then grab the muzzle end and rotate it under my right arm back into fighting position

I like 2 point slings.
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Nate on July 28, 2016, 12:14:50 AM
did a little camo work
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: TexasRedNeck on July 28, 2016, 12:29:59 AM
That looks good. You're close enough to Canada to use a maple leaf....I have that same case. You've just inspired me


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Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Nate on July 28, 2016, 12:56:25 AM
there are actually 10 maple trees right across the street from me.
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: KensAuto on July 28, 2016, 09:36:53 AM
Looks really good Nate.
Now, what about the piece that goes bang?

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Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Flyin6 on July 28, 2016, 10:15:32 AM
"CC"

Canadian Camo

Cool idea
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: TexasRedNeck on July 28, 2016, 10:18:30 AM
Nate would think that stood for Canadian Club Whiskey


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Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Sammconn on July 28, 2016, 10:26:35 AM
Nate would think that stood for Canadian Club Whiskey


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Was my first thought, then concealed carry very close behind.
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Nate on July 29, 2016, 11:28:01 AM
hey now, 1 seven & seven every now and then is kind of nice.

no ken, I have not done the boom stick yet.
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: TexasRedNeck on July 29, 2016, 03:20:21 PM
"1" rofl


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Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: KensAuto on July 29, 2016, 09:56:22 PM
He didn't say how much "1" was. Could be a fifth. haha
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: TexasRedNeck on July 29, 2016, 10:32:19 PM
True. When I was younger I would have "1". It was a 60/40 crown and 7 in a 32 ounce mason jar with a handle. I'd be wrecked.


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Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: stlaser on July 30, 2016, 12:05:30 AM
"1" rofl


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You're just mad he has self control that we don't! ;D
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Nate on July 30, 2016, 04:51:41 AM
Oh charles knows what nate drinks and what the ratio is.........;D
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: TexasRedNeck on July 30, 2016, 09:34:11 AM
Witnessed it first hand!


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Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Nate on August 01, 2016, 02:48:42 PM
Came across this today, what do you all think?

http://www.big5sportinggoods.com/store/details/Mossberg+500-12-Gauge-Pump-Action-Shotgun-Combo/0310105330003/_/A-742353?#.V5-ZLXXn-BY
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: KensAuto on August 01, 2016, 03:22:18 PM
That's pretty slick.  At my big5, just the Mossberg security style is 350.....I looked at it but ended up with the savage for 2 bills.
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Post by: BobbyB on August 01, 2016, 04:28:33 PM
Came across this today, what do you all think?

http://www.big5sportinggoods.com/store/details/Mossberg+500-12-Gauge-Pump-Action-Shotgun-Combo/0310105330003/_/A-742353?#.V5-ZLXXn-BY

If you're looking for a good deal on a shotgun, look for a Mossberg 500 Flex. It's set up for turkey hunting (usually) in the stores; HOWEVER, you get a pistol grip and a free HD barrel with the purchase. Added bonus it's already OD green, so you don't need to paint it. It's roughly the same price as the one you posted.


http://www.gandermountain.com/modperl/product/details.cgi?pdesc=Mossberg-500-Flex-Turkey/Security-Shotgun-Combo&i=936619&r=view

EDIT: It's a little more than what you posted, however I think you could probably get it cheaper in other places or from your buddy who owns the gunstore.
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: TexasRedNeck on August 01, 2016, 08:31:14 PM
personally I'm a Remy 870 guy.  Mainly for standardizing weapons systems and that's whay I started with.

I've heard good things about the Moss' as well.  Try gunbroker.  Lots of good deals there and I've bought a few things from there
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: stlaser on August 01, 2016, 08:54:15 PM
I've always been an 870 guy too but for what they want for these I have been contemplating getting a couple if nothing more than dbilg (dumb brother in law gun)..... Plus I'm hearing the Remington quality is dropping & my last 700 isn't anything to write home about....

https://www.classicfirearms.com/hawk-12-ga-978-pump-3inch-black-poly
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: BobbyB on August 02, 2016, 09:36:57 AM
I can and have used 500s and 870s. I can work them both. Both are good choices and affordable.
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Post by: Flyin6 on August 02, 2016, 09:53:12 AM
I've always been an 870 guy too but for what they want for these I have been contemplating getting a couple if nothing more than dbilg (dumb brother in law gun)..... Plus I'm hearing the Remington quality is dropping & my last 700 isn't anything to write home about....

https://www.classicfirearms.com/hawk-12-ga-978-pump-3inch-black-poly
I think I got lucky last Christmas.

I run all Mossy platforms except for one Winchester which has probably killed a thousand squirrels!
Anyhow, I picked up a nice Remington 870 for the little Ranger and it was a very nice gun.

For you Nate, you didn't say, were you buying this shotgun for hunting? Or home defense?

Take Bobby's advice or at least take a look at that combo. One gun shoots quail or undocumented home invaders!
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: EL TATE on August 02, 2016, 01:16:11 PM
You have definitely got some Canadian(s) out your way, (feathered, not distilled, but some of that too;-) but for the gun, foregrip and pistol grip you'd be $296 with the 870 clone. You want to bird hunt, I've got a "recently saved from auction" over/under you can borrow  ;D

  http://www.brownells.com/items/remington-870-forend-grip.aspx
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: stlaser on August 02, 2016, 11:02:07 PM
Well I misdirected, must be me hanging around that H supporter Ken rubbing off on me.... ::)

Anyhow ended up with another 870, this one is called the "tactical" model but it's the lesser expensive non magpul furniture version. Does have extended mag & breacher affixed to the end of it along with rail & ghost ring.

I also picked up a sling for it & the receiver side attach shell holder.
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: TexasRedNeck on August 03, 2016, 12:00:54 AM
does it look like this one?

(http://www.collectorsfirearms.com/product_images/i/959/S3379a__89339.jpg)
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: stlaser on August 03, 2016, 12:22:40 AM
does it look like this one?

(http://www.collectorsfirearms.com/product_images/i/959/S3379a__89339.jpg)

No pistol grip & all black but other than that yes it does. Will get pics posted tomorrow. Remington has a $50 rebate on them until 9-30-16
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Dawg25385 on August 03, 2016, 12:35:58 AM
I have a pistol grip with adjustable stock, and a barrel heat shield for a mossy 500/590 I'll give ya Nate if you end up going with a mossberg and buy one with regular furniture and want to mix it up


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Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Sammconn on August 03, 2016, 12:50:50 AM
I ended up with a Mossy 500 tactical tri rail when I was shopping for an 870.
It was all loaded up to some extent, and around 400 bucks.
The plain 870 was about 650 IIRC, and needed the magpul stuff, rails etc.

Having run both, it came down to $$$.
With no previous standard set for tactical 12 ga, I went with the 500, and now I guess it is set.
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: stlaser on August 03, 2016, 01:16:55 AM
I'm in mine for around $500 (after rebate) from cabelas & I'm sure there are less expensive places....

(http://i.imgur.com/uV3KdGS.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/SlulSak.jpg)
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Nate on August 23, 2016, 07:01:34 PM
So I picked this bad boy up today.  Mossberg 500C FLEX Cost me $388.00 out the door (that's whats nice about buying from the PX, NO TAX) 
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Dawg25385 on August 23, 2016, 07:09:55 PM
Solid pickup Nate


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Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: stlaser on August 23, 2016, 07:12:27 PM
Nice, come with the case or was that an add on?
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Sammconn on August 23, 2016, 07:13:01 PM
Shoot, Shawn you beat me to it.
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Nate on August 23, 2016, 07:17:28 PM
so the gun was originally $500 when I ordered it, and I used the refund from that along with a $60 gift card that I had and only had to fork over $50 some dollars for the $229 case.

I am having to keep things a bit mobile right now, so that is why I have the 2 cases and not a safe yet.
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Nate on August 23, 2016, 07:18:57 PM
kyle, you were saying something about the adjustable pistol grip buttstock, is that for a FLEX system or no?
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Dawg25385 on August 23, 2016, 07:34:32 PM
Should be the same. I imagine the receiver is the same across all 500/590s


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Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Dawg25385 on August 23, 2016, 07:35:11 PM
Barrel heat shield is yours too. Would look wicked against a green barrel


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Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Dawg25385 on August 23, 2016, 07:37:17 PM
There's pics of what I have to offer in the classifieds on the site I just remembered


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Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: KensAuto on August 23, 2016, 08:41:42 PM
Nice score Nate!

What did you use to cut the foam?
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Nate on August 23, 2016, 08:54:36 PM
I used a little scalpel / xacto knife from walmart
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Nate on August 23, 2016, 09:04:13 PM
kyle, here is what the FLEX system looks like at the back of the receiver / front of the pistol grip / buttstock.

Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Dawg25385 on August 23, 2016, 09:06:17 PM
Oh that's different... Don't think it'll work hoss


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Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: BobbyB on August 24, 2016, 02:46:59 AM
See, I do have good recommendations on occasion.  :)
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Post by: cudakidd53 on August 24, 2016, 07:02:41 AM
^^^X2!
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Nate on August 24, 2016, 10:44:04 AM
Yes, thank you bobby!
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: BobbyB on August 24, 2016, 10:56:00 AM
Yes, thank you bobby!

Just wait until you get my bill. I accept BBQ in payment.
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Nate on August 24, 2016, 12:24:07 PM
done!
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Flyin6 on August 24, 2016, 11:01:43 PM
It's only missing a magazine tube extension!

Nice
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: stlaser on August 24, 2016, 11:04:06 PM
Could use a sling & ammo saddle but I'm sure he'll get it tuned up in RM fashion in no time short!
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Flyin6 on August 25, 2016, 08:47:19 AM
I have a sling that holds 25 or 30

And a bandolier that holds 50

The latter is in the back of my truck. Just have to grab the gun and the sling and I can stay in it for awhile.
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: Nate on August 25, 2016, 01:06:27 PM
no worries on the sling, my single point fits it.
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: stlaser on August 25, 2016, 01:36:10 PM
I have a sling that holds 25 or 30

And a bandolier that holds 50

The latter is in the back of my truck. Just have to grab the gun and the sling and I can stay in it for awhile.

I had a sling that held a bunch, but the sling for sling purposes sucked. Thus I went to those saddles & am looking into a belt goose hunters use. It's padded & pretty wide so it holds quite a few, won't restrict movement etc & will keep you going.
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: BobbyB on August 25, 2016, 02:01:50 PM
no worries on the sling, my single point fits it.

I was about to say you should be able to use it on multiple items.
Title: Re: updating inventory
Post by: BobbyB on April 12, 2017, 08:21:26 PM
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