Joe_D

Welcome. Where in Gloucester County do you shoot?

+1 for Top Gun Supply. I bought 2 15-round 9mm mags for my P226 from them last year. They shipped the next day.

I own a CZ452 American in .22lr. It is a quality rifle. The action is smooth and it shoots better than I do, even when using inexpensive ammo like Federal Champion or Automatch. I don't think you can go wrong with one. I have not handled or shot a Savage so I really can't make a comparison between the two.

Ken, Were you sitting at my kitchen table this past Sunday evening? I believe that I quoted you almost verbatim on just about every point. Kind of makes one wonder about the timimg and tone of the news coverage of this "pandemic" as it relates to government health care reform. Seems as convenient a crisis as global warming/climate change. I never thought of myself as a "conspracy theorist" but I seem to be leaning toward ever increasing distrust of the government every day. I haven't gotten to the bunker-building phase yet but, as you said,what else is there to think.

But it's a 'pump'. Hell, those are bolt action. Yep, you guys are right about the "action" not being automatic so mag capacity is moot , however...if anyone from the state reads this thread there will probably be legislation forthcoming concerning "crew-served assault weapons".

Why not? What makes it non legal? I dont see any evil features Tiny, The "magazine" is a high cap, it holds more than 15 shells.

Yep, it really works and it doesn't look out of place on the Buckmark either.

I put the same HiViz front sight on my Buckmark last year and have been very pleased.

Hello and welcome.

i would not hesitate to use paul for any firearm purchase.. +1. Every gun that I own has been either purchased from Paul or transferred through him.

223lover, My situation is much like yours. 50 is in the rear-view mirror and 60 is not far in front of me. I was away from shooting for more that 25 years when my son encouraged me to come back to it. 2.5 years, 3 handguns and 7 long guns later later I have asked myself these same questions. I have come to the same conclusion that others have stated here. As long as health and mental acuity allow I will enjoy this hobby. After all, how often can we participate in an activity at our ages, enjoy it as much or more than when we were younger and actually see improvement? Plus, the comraderie among shooters is uplifting. Wouldn't you rather talk to others about bolt-action military surplus rifles or O/U shotguns than your prescription meds or latest surgical procedure? If and when the time comes to give up your firearms there wil be many eager younger shooters willing to give them a good home. Until then, keep shooting and enjoy every minute of it. That's what I intend to do.

Thanks, Chad. Now I have to clean the coffee off my monitor that was sprayed when I read (the non small print part of) your comment

+1 on the how-to. Thanks.

Did you get it yet? How does it shoot? I'm thinking of getting one too. A guy I work with said the Buck Mark will eat any garbage ammo you put through it so I was curious if there's any truth to that... I can't see the point of having a .22 pistol to shoot cheap ammo if it'll only shoot CCI Minimags(S&W 22A or Sig Mosquito). I have that exact model Buckmark. I bought it nearly 3 years ago and have put many bricks through it. It is very accurate, has a great trigger out of the box, feels good in my hands and eats almost anything. The only problem I ever had was fte (squibs) on a few Fed. Automatch rounds but that was due to a well documented problem Federal had with a few batches . It works flawlessly with higher-end ammo and with bulk stuff like Federal Champion and Automatch (except as noted).

I'm not sure but I can try to find out. As for not intending to become a permanent NJ resident I think the late Sam Kinison said it best in the movie 'Back to School': "Good answer. I like the way you think. I'm gonna be watching you."

+1 for SJ Shooting Club. 25/50/100/300 yd ranges; action range; walk-thru archey range.

+1 Some things never change!

I agree with you on the peep sights. I have a Williams FP on my Marlin 39a, similar to the one on your Henry pump. I find that the peep helps with my aging eyes and the longer sight radius is an accuracy enhancing bonus. I have just installed a Tech Sights peep on a Saiga. I am hoping to get out soon to sight it in.

AntZ, I have a Marlin 39A .22 rimfire that I shoot occasionally. It's very accurate and fun to shoot. With the price of centerfire ammo as high as it is I will probably be shooting the Marlin more in the future.

Very nice! As others have said you will love it. I have had one, an older, no rail model, for about a year and a half now and it's great. Accurate, not picky at all about ammo and reliable. Enjoy.

I have a 1942 Finnish M39 (Sako barrel) that I just shot for the first time last weekend. I was impressed by the accuracy off a rest using surplus ammo and iron sights. The Finns really knew how to get the most out of the Mosin. I have a feeling that this particular rifle will shoot better that I can aim but I am stubbornly resisting a scope right now to see if I can master, or at least become competent with the iron sights. Next up, I hope to find a good Russian M38 or M44 (when funds permit).

I agree 100%. I have a CPO Sig P226. It is an older German model without the rail. At least in my case I can vouch for the quality as mine looked almost brand new when I got it. In fact my gunsmith actually asked me if I shot it much, if at all. This was after I had put over 1000 rounds through it. I think the CPO program gives you good value for your money.

I am in Atco We are practically neighbors. Where do you usually shoot?

Hello and welcome from another Camden County resident.

Hello Dozer and welcome to the forum. I found this site from A&A also. Where in South Jersey are you located?