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  1. General Gun Discussions
    What is a "long gun" in the state of Connecticut? Also First-time buyer suggestions In CT you must attain a long gun eligibility certificate in order to purchase and own any long gun and I can't find any clear information as to what is considered a long gun by the state. I know at least that a...
  2. Gun Laws - News - Rights
    What is a "long gun" in the state of Connecticut? Also First-time buyer suggestions In CT you must attain a long gun eligibility certificate in order to purchase and own any long gun and I can't find any clear information as to what is considered a long gun by the state. I know at least that a...
  3. New Members Introductions
    Hello! I just found this site and decided to sign up hoping I can learn more. Except for a few visits to the gun range over the years with family members, I'm new to firearms. I'm from Connecticut and in the process of getting my permit. My first question; We were told in class that we should...
  4. General Gun Discussions
    I have recently been doing a lot of research into the new remington 700's trying to debate if I should buy one or not. This will be my first modern production rifle I own and I really would like it not to be a waist of time and money. I have read that the bores are not centered to the barrel...
  5. General Gun Discussions
    Greetings.. I am currently 17 (soon to be 18), anyway when I do turn 18, I'd like to know what I'm looking for. I don't have a whole lot of experience shooting, just a little with my brothers 700, so I'd like something relatively easy to operate with reasonable recoil. Low price is always a...
  6. General Gun Discussions
    Personal protection? Enjoy shooting? Constitutional scholar? Just grew up around guns and liked 'em? I bought them as the result of tragedy. Read about it here: The Last Straw ? a Cautionary but Inspiring True Story | Ban Forks and Spoons So, why'd you buy yours? (People who grew up around...
  7. General Gun Discussions
    Hey I was on the Glock website and I saw something a bit confusing: trigger pull. It says the gun's trigger pull is 25N/~5.5lbs. What does that mean? Is that the recoil? I am 13 and I am starting to show interest on shooting, so I want to find a good handgun to start my practice. I want a...
  8. General Gun Discussions
    I'm trying to find a handgun for the range for skill advancement and just plain fun. This will be my first gun. I would like some opinions with support and reasoning to aid me in my decision. My criteria is caliber (based on ammo availability and pricing), ergonomics, reliability/durability, and...
  9. Rifle Discussion
    Hey everyone, just purchased my first gun and I hit a wall as far as what to do next. It's a Model 783 Remington 30-06, I also bought a Monarch UCC 3-9x40 riflescope. Foolish me wasn't aware that scopes didn't come with rings and bases, not this one at least, and I don't know what I should be...
  10. Rimfire Central
    i was told in another section (after i went through heavy detail on what i actually wanted) that i need to "start small". that's fine but my actual question wasn't answered, but i'm not here for that, i'm here for the "start small" part. first: can i get all the small rimfire cartridges that...
  11. General Gun Discussions
    Hello all, I'm new to this forum. In 1 month I'll be finally 21 and want to buy my first gun. The thing is that I don't know which one should I buy. I'm in love with Colt 1911 but some people told me it isn't a good gun to start with. Maybe you guys can help me choose a good pistol for a...
  12. General Gun Discussions
    Hey guys, new here and looking to buy my first gun/guns. Basically, I'm looking for a collection to serve all needs so a handgun (CC possible), revolver (CC possible), shotgun (Home Defense) and a rifle. So far I have semi-decided on the following: 1) Glock Model 19 9mm 2) Remington 870 12...
  13. General Gun Discussions
    My little cousins birthday is coming up soon and I'm thinking about buying a gun for him. I'm leaning towards getting him a .22 rifle. Any suggestions help!
  14. Semi-Auto Handgun Discussion
    Hey Everyone, I’m looking into getting my first gun, I've done a little shooting but not very much at all and I was looking for some advice. I’m pretty sure that I want a 22 pistol and from looking around a little I've narrowed it down to 4 that I’m considering buying. GSG 1911 22LR...
  15. Semi-Auto Handgun Discussion
    Hello, I'm a fellow from Norway considering to by my first handgun. Does anybody have a tip? Like caliber, brand and so on?
  16. General Gun Discussions
    Hey guys, I haven't posted in forever, but it's good to be back. :biggrin5: Just to give you guys some background: I will be turning 21 in Feb. and by I will probably have saved up enough money for a gun (hey, I’m a broke-ass college student without any financial assistance from my parents). I...
  17. New Members Introductions
    Hi everyone. I have just gained interest in guns a few days ago, since I will have to move out of my parents home soon and want to have some sort of personal protection. So far I have been researching semi-automatics vs revolvers and as a first gun I think I might buy some sort of a revolver...
  18. Semi-Auto Handgun Discussion
    I am soon to be a first time handgun owner, and i have what most people call "huge gorrilla hands". Ive shot my friends beretta single action .357 and burnt myself on the front of the cylinder (oops!). I didnt think the recoil was too bad. We both stopped at the local gunshop and checked out...
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