Recent content by Rs130754

I would think that in a stressful situation any weapon that you are proficient with is what you want. I have a friend who bought a bedside gun, shot one box of 50 through it and called it a day. Hasn't touched it since. I personally don't use an AR as my home defense gun. I want something my...

I have used them a couple of times and had good luck. Just keep your eyes open and compare prices. On several occasions my LGS was within a $20 by the time you included shipping and FFL transfer fees. If you are seeking something in higher demand your LGS may not be able to get it but generally...

I had a Steripen and it broke the first trip out. I had fresh batteries and followed all directions. I did have a Sawyer Mini as a backup. That is what I use now. It last for up to 100,00 gallons is simple to back flush and I can gravity filter 4L of water while I do other things or hook it into...

Thanks for the tip. I should also mention that I am not hung up on Savage and would consider anything. Even the Howa barreled actions sparked my interest but the barrel contour is on the light side for what I want. Thanks again.

I have looked at ERShaw and they appear to have mixed reviews. The wait time as of a month ago was just inside of a year. My budget for the rifle only would be around $1000 but if a few hundred more got me something better I would be willing to spend it. Optics wise I have an older Nikon Monarch...

I have the neckband style MSA Sordin Supreme Pro-X and they are forward facing but pick up everything. They are pricey but you can hear someone sweeping brass behind you. I would have better hearing today had I made this purchase 20 years ago. I would buy them again in a heartbeat despite the cost.

I have been looking at Sturdy and Champion gun safes. They seem well built and offer a plate steel door.

First of all I have been doing a lot of reading and thinking the past several months. I feel even more confused now. I would like to get into some longer range or even mid range shooting. We have recently moved from town to the wide open spaces of rural Iowa. Since the in-laws farm and I am...

First time poster long time lurker. I have done a lot of reading in the past and as I am getting more and more into rifle shooting I thought it was time to sign up. I am interested in entry level long range shooting, reloading, and just being outdoors.