Gun Appreciation Thread

[JustinW]

Originally Posted by Crane's

The shotgun pistol has an additional 200 buck manufacturing tax too correct?

It's still a single $200 NFA tax stamp. Use a Form 1 if you are building it yourself and a Form 4 if it's a transfer.

I'm not sure about AOW stamp forms.

 

[Blackfyre]

Thinking about kopping something like this. Are they too gaudy? I think broads would be all over me if I had em though. Please advise.

 

[Mute]

Originally Posted by milosz

P3300249.jpg by celluloidpropaganda, on Flickr

Very nice. I'd love to get my hand on one of those.

 

[JustinW]

Has anyone tried moving or converting the Makarov safety to ambi?

 

[JLibourel]

Originally Posted by Blackfyre

Thinking about kopping something like this. Are they too gaudy? I think broads would be all over me if I had em though. Please advise.

I think they would be perfect if you plan to have a string of "broads" working the street for you.

 

[Boognish]

Originally Posted by JustinW

Has anyone tried moving or converting the Makarov safety to ambi?

I've never heard of it. Unless you were dead set on doing it, I'd just get a CZ82 and call it a day.

 

[JustinW]

Originally Posted by Boognish

I've never heard of it. Unless you were dead set on doing it, I'd just get a CZ82 and call it a day.

Had one a few years ago and didn't like it that much.

 

[HgaleK]

Originally Posted by JustinW

Had one a few years ago and didn't like it that much.

Isn't the Makarov the same pistol pistol with a crappy mag release? Would you mind elaborating on your issues with the CZ? I was thinking about picking one up.

 

[JustinW]

Originally Posted by HgaleK

Isn't the Makarov the same pistol pistol with a crappy mag release? Would you mind elaborating on your issues with the CZ? I was thinking about picking one up.

Same caliber, but that's about it.

The CZ82 is a fun shooter and great value. It has hexagonal rifling instead of the usual lands and grooves, much like a high-end H&K. It is a double-stack, SA/DA.

Personally, I didn't like the location, feel or function of the safety on the CZ82 and found the butt very thick for concealed carry. The former is largely subjective and the latter not relevant if you don't plan to carry it.

 

[HgaleK]

Oh. Definitely not interested in carry. Isn't a steel pistol a bit heavy for carry, especially if it's only a compact?

 

[JustinW]

Originally Posted by HgaleK

Oh. Definitely not interested in carry. Isn't a steel pistol a bit heavy for carry, especially if it's only a compact?

Actually, a lot of people (myself included) prefer the additional weight of all-steel in a sub-compact for better shooting. Once we get into full-frame double-stack autos, then I'll opt for an aluminium frame, though a good good holster and belt will offset most comfort issues with carry weight.

 

[HgaleK]

Originally Posted by JustinW

Actually, a lot of people (myself included) prefer the additional weight of all-steel in a sub-compact for better shooting. Once we get into full-frame double-stack autos, then I'll opt for an aluminium frame, though a good good holster and belt will offset most comfort issues with carry weight.

Totally understand for a sub-compact. What's the thought process behind buying the Makarov?

 

[Duff_Man]

Originally Posted by Blackfyre

Thinking about kopping something like this. Are they too gaudy? I think broads would be all over me if I had em though. Please advise.

I'd kop if they weren't Tokarevs.

 

[JustinW]

Originally Posted by HgaleK

What's the thought process behind buying the Makarov?

Pros:

It's cheap
Made by Arsenal of Bulgaria
Affordable to shoot
9x18 is a good round
Slide-mounted safety with up=fire and down=safe
It's slim - good for summer carry and 'may' even work for pocket carry
I've been busy building rifles for so long, I need a new handgun toy to play with
If I don't like it, I can sell it without losing (much or any) money

Cons:

Safety is on the left-side only and I am a Southpaw

 

[Crane's]

I think my Guardian needs a face lift. I'm going to send it back and have Novak tritium sights installed and have the slide scalloped. A set of checkered Kingwood grips would look nice as well.