What to get next?

[S&W Fan]

What do you really enjoy doing the most?
Perhaps you alreadybhave the firearm but need some training or invest it on a trip to go shooting.
Or perhaps you want to consolidate around a bore size and buy more bullets and a casing and/or gun that can do something new snd interesting to you.
Or perhaps you want something classic as collectible.
Hard to know what to day wo knowing what you like and why.

There ya go getting All logical and stuff.

 

[S&W Fan]

Narrow down your revolver caliber of choice and go from there.
both S&W and Ruger would pretty much have ya covered either way. Unless you’re a Colt Fan.

 

[BDinPutnam]

These are all great points, I think some gunbroker surfing is in order. I think I am going to roadtrip maybe Friday and check out the case at Collector's in Hopewell.

Gotta say 50 BMG on my 50 yard range would be... interesting. Not sure what would cost more- the gun or the divorce.

 

[Bananabandit]

These are all great points, I think some gunbroker surfing is in order. I think I am going to roadtrip maybe Friday and check out the case at Collector's in Hopewell.

Gotta say 50 BMG on my 50 yard range would be... interesting. Not sure what would cost more- the gun or the divorce.

Worth.

 

[kev74]

Well, you can't get this one - cause I did today!

 

[X340]

A S&W 586 or 686, both which I have sold over the years and regretted.
A 686 ( without the Hillary hole) is on my list this year.
Whatever the choice enjoy.

 

[BDinPutnam]

Not so random question.

Anyone know if you can convert a SIG DAK action / trigger pistol to an SRT (or at the least just a standard DA/SA action)?

Deep down inside... I still want a Gen One SAS P229 but damn did I hate that DAK trigger the couple times I handled them.

 

[Edwardteach72]

Dan Wesson DWX

 

[Edwardteach72]

Ok hear me out.

Now actually reading the post. Dan Wesson DWX compact.

You mentioned

I am thinking something medium/small in 9 (or even 380)? A 1911? Something random?

Well the compact is 9mm, medium size, 1911 ish, and random

 

[nortatoga]

You mentioned getting a M&P in 45, how about a full size M&P 22 to extend range time with the same feel and less fatigue? I really like both my full size and the compact size I got on black Friday.

 

[GOPerfect]

Anything chambered in 45ACP!

No man can go wrong with a really nice 1911!

 

[nortatoga]

Anything chambered in 45ACP!

No man can go wrong with a really nice 1911!

A friend of mine just got a 1945 Remington Rand 1911 from CMP, a real beauty!

 

[Robin]

I'd go with a classic, S&W Model 19 with a 4" barrel, .357/.38. Can't lose.

I can't think of a more desirable handgun other than the S&W Model 34, Kit Gun,

Smith & Wesson Model 34 Kit Gun - Wikipedia

en.wikipedia.org

but the proper vintage is a bit more than I care to spend, but I would trade one of my M/L's for one.
But, that's just me. Too many but's in there, Hah!
Robin

 

[Curmudgeon]

Ammo. Lots of ammo.

 

[Deplorable Me]

Get a second Mark IV and pimp it. This is a light weight edition with grips, red dot, bolt pull upgrades. A nice plinker and I've used it as a garden gun.

 

[@thewheels]

Tell FUACer to piss off and get an EAA Witness in 38 Super

 

[Bananabandit]

I think an early question wouldve helped.

whats your budget?

 

[BDinPutnam]

I think an early question wouldve helped.

whats your budget?

Let's say not to exceed $700?

 

[Bananabandit]

$700 and under can get you:

a pretty nice 1911
A 357 revolver in Ruger or S&W (44mag isnt much over $700)
Sig P938
Kimber Micro 9

Just to name a few

 

[nortatoga]

I know you are asking about handguns, so not to get off track! ( but I will just a little! ) Do you have a Ruger PC9? I don't remember if you did or not.

 

[Steal2B]

Everyman deserves a fine BBQ gun or two. May I suggest a 1911 or a wheel gun in stainless? Damn the budget, pretty sure you earned the little higher priced spread.


Sometimes a guy also needs a highly concealable / pocket sized tool for formal dress, deep cover, or BUG roles where the size of a 9mm sub or micro may not be ideal. There are a boatload of fine Sig p238 models and other 380 clones which could serve well. When patient, you can find nice choices at half your budget.

 

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[Phauxtoe]

want something interesting?
and Old smith Model 14 Target Masterpiece! (38 special 6in barrel)

i have had one for years (My Dads) started shooting it in Bullseye matches with HBWC and the thing is Magic, what a JOY!

 

[meketrefe]

There ya go getting All logical and stuff.

Well sometimes it helps to consider some small details before one buys a porsche 911 car for a family of 6.
I am not saying the requirement is there if it is not but there are also great fun choices that happen to be SO practical.
Want to know one?
IMO a Browning BLR in 358 Winchester will do it all. I mean, everything.
Best lever action ever with one of the most, if not the most, simñle amd versatile short action round ever often oveelooked.

 

[kev74]

Two words... Yeet Cannon.

You should be able to get about 6 of them with your budget.

 

[ArmedCorgi]

@BDinPutnam Look at this face...

and tell me you don't want something as classy as this

or as brutal as this

 

[S&W Fan]

Well sometimes it helps to consider some small details before one buys a porsche 911 car for a family of 6.
I am not saying the requirement is there if it is not but there are also great fun choices that happen to be SO practical.
Want to know one?
IMO a Browning BLR in 358 Winchester will do it all. I mean, everything.
Best lever action ever with one of the most, if not the most, simñle amd versatile short action round ever often oveelooked.

I like Browning’s BLR lever action rifles, they are some of the Best on the market and I agree, 358 Winchester is one hell of a round but like you said it all boils down to practicality.

 

[nortatoga]

Here you go big boy LOL!!!

 

[S&W Fan]

Here you go big boy LOL!!!

I bet that would be a riot to shoot with low base loads. When I was much younger I bought a single shot New England Firearms 3.5” magnum chambered 10ga. With 20” barrel. That thing cut down small trees and rocked your socks off !

 

[Karpteach]

I've been on a revolver kick lately.

How about a S&W 29/629 (44 mag) on the big end, or S&W 17/617 (22) if you like the little guys?

I concur! You have to have a SW in .44,.22,&.357.