The CZ-52 is one of the most if not the most powerful mass produced service auto pistol in the world. I bought my few years ago with my C&R license for $79 IIRC. The 7.62x25 is pure power. 9mm feels like .22lr compare to that cartridge. Very fun to shoot.
The CZ-52 is one of the most if not the most powerful mass produced service auto pistol in the world. I bought my few years ago with my C&R license for $79 IIRC. The 7.62x25 is pure power. 9mm feels like .22lr compare to that cartridge. Very fun to shoot.
I have 2 shorter distance weapons. A H&K Mk23 Pistol and Beretta Cx4. I like them both, but i would like to get a longer distance weapon like the M14 or AR15
If I could only have 1 gun, it would be my AK-47. It's light, simple, easy to maintain, relatively compact for a rifle, uses a common round, and is undoubtedly the most reliable firearm in history.
Despite what anyone says, its more than accurate enough for real life use. You won't win any marksmanship contests with it because it doesn't have pinpoint accuracy, but its MORE than accurate enough to hit a man-sized target from battlefield range.
If I could have a second gun, it would be my Glock 21 for pretty much the same reasons.
So, I went to my favorite gun store today to pick some brains, and ended up checking out a handful of rifles and a couple pistols.
The H&K USC is the civilian friendly version of the .45ACP caliber UMP sub-machine gun. The three biggest differences between the two weapons are the greatly extended barrel of the USC, the lack of folding stock on the USC, and the lack of a 3 position trigger group on the USC.
That said, this gun is NOT comfortable. The stock doesn't feel good when snugged into your shoulder, the foregrip is boxy and angular, the cheek weld is once again uncomfortable due to the boxy nature of the stock. It feels solid, it's just not comfortable. Throw a rubber pad on the butt of the stock, maybe slap a vertical foregrip of some kind on it, and you might have a different story, but as it is... I was disappointed. Usually H&K can produce a much better product.
This is the one exception to the 'weapons I handled' thing I said above, but if you'll bear with me a moment, I'll explain. It was on the wall next to the USC, and happened to be behind the sales tech until he went to put the USC back on the wall. Then I saw the above weapon, and understandably asked him, "What in the heck is that thing?"
It's a bull-pup bolt action rifle, designed to easily switch between calibers and barrel lengths for the job at hand.
It's also a piece of shit. This is, according to the sales rep, the THIRD weapon the store's had in, the first two having broken on the way in. The stocks are some form of cheap plastic which doesn't hold up to shipping, or really, anything particularly well. When he pulled back the bolt to check the chamber, it made a really horrific grinding noise of the steel bolt on the plastic body, and you could see it catching and sticking. I was very unimpressed, especially for the absurd price tag associated with it.
This is a weapon I saw first on Future Weapons, and have seen popping up elsewhere, along with glowing reviews. The guy behind the counter (carefully) put away he SRS and told me that THIS is the rifle I should be looking at, and handed it over.
Hot DAMN is that a solid piece of metal. The only plastic I could find were the rubberized pistol grip, and the stock, both of which felt a helluva lot sturdier than the SRS did. Even the free-floated foregrip was a heavy duty chunk of steel (Or whatever fancy aluminum they're using). The one he handed me had a 24" barrel? which made the whole weapon VERY long. Unfortunately, this threw off the balance a bit, and made it a tad unwieldy. I also didn't like the stock very much, but I have a feeling if I'd taken the time to adjust it to my fit, it would've been more comfortable.
Still, the REPR (reaper), ended up feeling like everything the SRS simply isn't.
Oh, where to start with this? Originally, this was the Magpul MASADA, but a couple of buy-outs, production issues, etc later, and you have the Bushmaster Arms BACR (Bushmaster Adaptive Combat Rifle). I've seen a LOT of hype about this gun, and was really looking forward to seeing it for myself.
What a let down.
While it didn't feel 'cheap', it didn't have a finish feel to it to account for the almost $3000.00 price tag. The balance wasn't terrible, but it's the little things that hurt this weapon. For one, it was just a TAD creaky, which is a big no-no in my books. The charging handle is directly attached to the bolt, so when the bolt moves, so does the charging handle, which just so happens to be where most peoples fingers go when they're supporting a rifle. About the only thing I really liked about this gun was the stock, which was comfortable. As it stands though? No way in hell I'm spending three grand on this.
The FN-Herstal SCAR L (or Mk.16, or S16), is another of those guns I'd heard a LOT about and was really looking forward to getting to handle hands-on.
Unlike the BACR, however, this gun stood up to the hype. Very solid, with a nice comfortable weight, easy ergonomics (especially if you can handle an AR-type rifle). While the SCAR does have the reciprocating charging handle, it's placed away from where a shooters hands would rest on the rifle. The stock is also very nice, it can fold to the side when you need a compact weapon, and it adjusts for length (from too damned short for me, to almost too-long for my little brother's gorilla arms).
Reports of the stock breaking are from a instances in the military where soldiers wearing their full gear hit a three point landing (kneeling, with the butt of their rifle on the ground), which occasionally causes the stocks to shatter. This isn't something I'd ever be doing, so I can't say as to how I'm worried about it. I would NOT mind one of these, and, unlike the BACR, I would happily pay the $2500 for one.
If you're wondering why the rifle is like, three different shades of tan, FN-H offers the rifle in several shades of tan and then in Black. All the black rifles match, but for some reason, FN-H has trouble matching colors when it comes to the tan rifles. Doesn't bother me, but hey, figured I'd mention it.
This... Surprised me. Looks kinda big and clunky doesn't it? Looks like it weighs a little more than your standard AR15, right?
It's a strange-ass gun is what it is. It's a bullpup rifle (The magazine is inserted BEHIND the trigger, allowing you to have a more compact weapon with the barrel length of a standard sized rifle), that weighs less than the majority of the airsoft guns that I own. Seriously, it weighs jack squat. I don't really know what to say about it to be honest. I'd have to shoot one, but... It's odd. And a little too thick for my liking. If they could slim it down a little, or at least give a better cheek weld, I think I'd like it better.
Solid gun it just is so damned light! and I still don't know if I like the ejection tube setup.
Though the model I checked out was OD and flat-top, no sights
Here is a gun I was bound and determined to not like. But hell, I picked up the FS2000, might as well make it a complete day right? Stunningly, this gun, smaller than the FS2000, weighs MORE. Or at the very least, feels like it does. This is the civilian version of the FN-H P90 submachine gun, chambered for the 5.7x28 cartridge. It, and its ammo are expensive, the ammunition is also strictly watched by the government due to the fabled penetrative powers of the military loads.
According to everyone who walked past, the gun is amazing and doesn't recoil. At all. Less than airsoft guns, less than .22LR. I won't believe THAT until I get a chance to shoot it myself.
Comfort and feel though... Well, if you've seen anyone holding this gun, you'll notice they're kind of folded up? You have to do it to shoulder the weapon properly, much less use the sights. For me, it was comfortable, but my little brother and my friend both have longer arms and couldn't stand it. The over-all feel of the gun is very solid, no creaking, no wiggles. My only problem with it now, is price.
A civilian legal version of the Heckler and Koch G3 battle rifle (which in itself is a reworked FN FAL). My little brother has always had a thing for the G3, so when he saw the 91, he had to ask for it. I'll hand it to him, the 91 (at least, the model we were checking out), was a very nice weapon.
While heavy, it was nicely balanced and very comfortable to bring to shoulder. Don't really have much else to say. Good, good gun though.
I was told by someone that mindless gushing is an improper way to review a firearm, so let's try this again, shall we?
Like I said before, this is NOT your standard Mossberg 590, this is someone's tricked out toy. The sights are ghost ring (I didn't check for manufacture) with a fiberoptic front sight. The gun felt solid, though the slide felt a little wobbly. I don't know if that's true of all shotguns, as I have nothing to compare it to, but yeah. The SureFire forend was comfortable though. The stock was interesting, more-or-less standard telescoping affair with a spring inside to absorb recoil (something a speed-shooter might enjoy while firing 12 gauge).
Comfortable to shoulder, nicely balanced.
The company Steyr Mannlicher (aside from being unfortunately named), is probably best known for the AUG bullpup assault rifle. So, it's not surprising that a company known for strange-looking but tough-as-hell guns would make a strange looking bolt action rifle. 'Cause let's face it, the Scout is pretty odd.
That said, it's pretty damned COOL. It's designed to be a Scout Sniper's rifle, compact, light weight, easily portable, something that won't slow you down no matter what terrain you're in, and will work no matter what the conditions. It's also damned comfortable. The foregrip of the stock, those two discolored patches are actually a bipod that can be folded down, eliminating the need for something sticking off the bottom of your rifle to catch on brush. The bolt is smooth as silk when you're pulling it open or closed, and locks down without a rattle. Run out of ammo in your magazine? You can store a spare in the stock. Cool huh?
After getting to handle it, I WILL own one someday. I'm fully sure of that!
Last but not least (Least being the SRS), we have the Sig Sauer P220 Equinox. This is similar to Cahan's, but chambered in .45ACP instead of .40S&W.
I'll say it now, this gun is GORGEOUS. In case you can't tell from the pictures, it's a black finished gun with a beautiful wood grip, all the raised surfaces are polished, and it has nickel high-lights. It has not safety, just a decocker to disconnect the firing pin and settle the hammer.
It is also comfortable. While I would personally swap out the polished wood for something with more grip, (I experienced wood grips with my brother's Cz.52, no thank you!), the ergonomics of the gun are nice and comfortable, and it's pretty darned easy to disassemble.
The sights, particularly on the gun I held, were VERY nice as well.
Definitely the handgun I want.
'Course, it's $1100 (the price goes down for the non-equinox models), but...
EDIT: Completely rewrote all the guns reviews (except for the Mossberg, there really wasn't much else to say). Enjoy! Also, had to replace the SRS picture, the gun store removed it from their inventory, so some poor sap bought it or it broke. Either way. =p
AWP is Arctic Warfare Police (So it's either a mislabeled AW50, or it's shooting 7.62NATO or .243 Winchester instead of the .50BMG I THINK it's chambered in in CS:S.), which is a 24" heavy barreled version of the Arctic Warefare rifle.
It's inexpensive, sporty-looking, and it's super-super accurate. The thing has almost no recoil, mainly because it's actually really heavy for a .22 semi-auto. The barrel's like a solid chunk of metal big enough for a 9 mm round but with a tiny .22 caliber hole through it instead, so it doesn't wander easily. I'm not kidding, this is an accurate plinker. A better shot than me could draw pictures in a target with this gun.
It's also got a series of easy-takedown wheels that let the user disassemble and reassemble the gun completely in under a minute for very easy cleaning and replacement of parts. A great study for anyone looking to learn and understand the components of a firearm.
Wouldn't say it's my favorite, though. My favorite's my dad's Dan Wesson .357 magnum.
It's got a good fit for my hand and once I got used to it I actually was more accurate with this gun than I was with my Neos--which is saying something. This thing's got to be one of the finest revolvers ever.
It's inexpensive, sporty-looking, and it's super-super accurate. The thing has almost no recoil, mainly because it's actually really heavy for a .22 semi-auto. The barrel's like a solid chunk of metal big enough for a 9 mm round but with a tiny .22 caliber hole through it instead, so it doesn't wander easily. I'm not kidding, this is an accurate plinker. A better shot than me could draw pictures in a target with this gun.
It's also got a series of easy-takedown wheels that let the user disassemble and reassemble the gun completely in under a minute for very easy cleaning and replacement of parts. A great study for anyone looking to learn and understand the components of a firearm.
Wouldn't say it's my favorite, though. My favorite's my dad's Dan Wesson .357 magnum.
It's got a good fit for my hand and once I got used to it I actually was more accurate with this gun than I was with my Neos--which is saying something. This thing's got to be one of the finest revolvers ever.
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I probably would have gone with a telescoping or folding stock like yours, if only they weren't illegal (on Semi-automatic rifles or shotguns) here in New York
I was lucky enough to my stock from a guy at local shows who makes them (as well as other accessories and metalwork) himself.
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I probably would have gone with a telescoping or folding stock like yours, if only they weren't illegal (on Semi-automatic rifles or shotguns) here in New York
I was lucky enough to my stock from a guy at local shows who makes them (as well as other accessories and metalwork) himself.
Oh hey, I can actually see the hammer and sickle here! =D Looks awesome mate.
Oh, and finally, high-quality photos of my baby! When I can afford it, I WILL be putting a new stock into play. The ADL is nice, but the lack of removable magazine annoys me somewhat, as does the unimpressive follower.
Anyways, anyone know of any good Remington 700 Long-action stocks?
I currently have a SxS Savage 12ga. produced in the 50's. It's quite a shotgun and in mint condition. I'm pretty lucky to have picked it up as it's hard to find side by sides anymore.
I also own an AR15 that I assembled. It's a 16inch colt upper, DPMS lower, free floating barrel, A3 style weaver rail system with collapse able stock. I like it.
Own 2 pistols. One is my duty weapon, sig saur 1911 5inch .45 cal GSR. The other is an HK USP 5inch .40 cal.
Out of all of them, I would have to say the shotgun is my favorite. I've always wanted one and I am happy that it's somewhat rare.
Rifle, my grandfather got a new one and gave me his older version. I some day hope to also get his revolver or get one of my own. It's a great little gun.
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