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That's not how supply and demand work. High demand + high supply = market equilibrium. High demand + low supply = higher prices Low demand + high supply =lower prices Low demand + low supply = market equilibrium A supply of low cost ammo, like HXP should only serve to keep prices lower across the market. While most hunters aren't likely using hxp, it is, in economic terms, a substitute good for other 30-06. The loss of HXP can only cause an increase in prices as more garand owners start buying modern factory 30-06 ( especially for the loads made for guns with old oprods.) The increased demand and lowered supply for modern ammo can only serve to increase prices. I don't think, however, that prices will really increase much, If at all in reality though, as m1 garand owners are a relatively small sample of the 30-06 market I'd wager Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

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Didn't think about the barrel thing. Good idea, I want to take them to a smith To be honest, I'm located near Winter's, and I know he's knowledgable about Mausers, and does good work, but I'm certain he'll give me guff over the project. I've tried a few bolts, and they all have similar issues. So you might be onto something with the barrel.

.22 is no fun for that. I'd like a little recoil with it. That's what's always turned me off of the ATI. plus I'm not even sure if it uses the same mechanism, I think it just cosmetically looks like a sturmgewehr Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

Yeah, I'd like it in 8mm kurz, but that's a fairly rare milsurp round compared to .303. 8mm, etc. So something offered 8n 7.62x39 would be close to the original, but without the ammo difficulties. I really want one, but haven't seen any in the wild. I love the idea of reproducing civilian versions of cool milsurp guns that are either rare, expensive, too collectable, or NFA and as a result are difficult to shoot. Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

While I doubt there are 15 round magazines available, I wanted to get one of these eventually. But I don't hear anybody talking about them, or see them for sale or anything. What happened to them? Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

I'll stop into the Easton location to look, but it's only because I'm ACTUALLY interested in stopping by Sarco. I bought a really rough 1874 Gras there. It's a wall-hanger, but it was really cheap, and at least looked nice Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

Walther P38, of if you don't want to drop THAT much money, a Walther P1, which is cosmetically similar, but with an aluminum frame, made postwar, and used by German police (also about half the cost). Tokarevs are really nice Naturally, a Luger is awesome, but you'll be dropping a pretty penny on it. A webley or reich revolver, though ammo may be hard to get for he latter one a Nambu is interesting, and was actually the inspiration for the Ruger Standard, which is largely an improved (and cheaper to produce) Nambu. Or even a beretta M9. I really liked the one I shot. I prefer my Sig226, but the M9 was very high up there on my favorite handguns. I think it sort of depends on what countries and conflicts you're interested in as well. I just named some rather random firearms. But with me personally, I'm only ever really interested in military weapons, or weapons derived from military weapons even if they're obscure. Which covers a broad swath of firearms. So I can think of more recommendations, but what are your specific interests?

Not a bad idea. I can go straight autist when it comes to milsurps, maybe I'll write up some posts this weekend Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

Howdy, Over the past few years I had the opportunity to score two barreled K98 receivers, both of which had an excellent bore, and not much else. (The one I got with a 1895 Chilean mauser, total price was $200), and the other I traded a sporterized Spanish mauser for, which I had traded an AR7 for. I rebuilt them all with parts I sourced elsewhere so that I could have a range toy that I wouldn't feel bad about using. The one, however has a real issue with the bolt, which should be correct. When trying to lock it, turning the bolt down (or up when unlocking it) is incredibly tight and requires a lot of force. I don't know what the problem could be. On this particular example, a BYF, I actually tried to get as many BYF parts as I could to hopefully reduce the chance of any issues. Anyway, I'd like to get these refinished, and looking like issue rifles. Given I saved them from just being hunks of scrap with a nice bore, I don't really feel any guilt at refinishing them. I just don't know who to take them to, or what the issue could be on that one rifle. Thanks!

I won't buy anything, but i will rent a moving truck. My gf was offered a programming job in PA (Where she lives), and I'm planning to go back to school most likely in PA as well. Unless she ends up taking the job with liberty mutual, in which case I'd be going to Boston. But all the guns I'm concerned about are all old milsurps, so I'd bring them with me, and likely not have too much issue. I'll just leave the AR and Sig226 back in NJ until she gets to transfer back to PA. Gun-wise, I'm still just buying the stuff I always buy, milsurps, and the occasional modern "military-style" gun. I did say if Trump won, then I'd buy the M1A I've always wanted and name it "The Donald". So if anyone sees any deals on one of those, let me know.

I'm interested in the T99, I need one and a carcano for my ww2 collection. I have an Enfield already. Th fn49 interests me too, I only have so much money though. You're right about NJ gun dealers. Bob's little sport shop had a T55 Chinese mosin listed as a Chinese mauser. No joke. Bob seemed annoyed when I pointed it out to him lol Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

I'll take a look at what's there. But I'm going to the oaks show Sunday. Most of my collection is milsurp, or military style. I know personally, I'm only interested in guns used by militaries for some reason Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

I actually wonder if the age of milsurps is coming to an end. Maybe a milsurp in its entirety, but I think eventually, assuming a good political climate, parts kits with non-machine gun receivers may be available Similar to what people do with the FAL. I'm fine with getting a new production receiver for something. Granted original is best, but if I want the experience of shooting a military gun, I'll put up with it having a new receivers/ no giggle-switch Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

I love the fn49. Never fired one, but the things I've read and seen just really make me interested in them. I'd love to get my hands on one, but despite all the gun shows I go to, I've only ever seen the barrel to one--I've seen more G43s out in the wild. Nice collection though, definitely an underappreciated rifle, shame they didn't have them developed in time for ww2 Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

I had a bit of stock in Smith and Wesson (Now American Outdoor Brands). I've lost about 20% due to Trump being elected. Fortunately that isn't a lot of money given that I didn't have many shares. All things considered, I'll take the stock hit. The cheaper gun and ammo prices more than make up for it.

Oh, without a doubt an AR is much more practical. But there are nerds like me who love milsurps. I would love a M1 Carbine because that's what poppop carried in the Pacific in WWII. He actually had one years ago, but gave it to my mom's cousin, who I think killed himself with it, so i doubt it's still in the family. But a Carbine is going to be the first gun I buy when I move out of state. Not this one though, looks too goofy.

>SCREW DRUMPF, WE'RE GOING TO BE A SANCTUARY STATE WE DONT NEED THEIR MONEY. >Please Drumpf, give us monies to fix our dam :'(

Part of me wonders if this came about as a failure to replace the M16 family of weapons. I can see SF wanting a different pistol, and I'd assume they're more likely to use a pistol than the average soldier. It seems like one of those "Well we have to do SOMETHNG" , and since they couldn't find a better rifle platform, they decided to focus on the handguns instead. Totally speculation, and probably unfounded, I just wonder if this whole thing is just a way for various bureaucratic groups in the military to show that they're doing something. Semi-related issue, is there anything going on with rifle development? I think we've pretty much pushed the boundaries of weapons technology without some sort of revolutionary advance. Basically we're at the cap and ball period of this technology. Until someone comes along with the next "Bullet casing" we're at a stand still. That said, Caseless ammunition doesnt seem to really have a future. I'm really wondering what can be done in the field of small arms.

I was thinking of eschewing the muzzle device anyway, but if I end up with a barrel that's threaded I may do it. At least with a 20" barrel, the flash and report should already be reduced.Once I move to PA I might put a flash suppressor on it, partially for looks, and also it would be nice to have I think. Either way it's not a huge concern since I'm used to guns without them (In fact, my AR may be the only rifle I have with a muzzle device). I assume any BCG from a major manufacturer will work? Same thing with buffers?

I figured I'd go with the ramps either way. When I built my first AR I remember there being some debate about how necessary they are. I just figured they couldn't hurt, but wanted to see if the past few years have changed anyone's opinion on these things. It seems like not too much has changed in terms of the AR market, Geissele is still making the best triggers, etc. I do remember last time there was a lot of hype for certain manufacturers, so I wanted to see if anything's changed. I know that if I were to get a super-cheap BCG, or some other component, then I could expect problems, but I feel that after a certain point, they are all about the same. I just don't really know what the distinguishing factor between a DD, Spikes, Noveske, or other part is. I'm not feeling as under the gun for fear of bans, so I think I'm going to take my time and really build the AR I've always wanted, and spend a little more coin, especially since the prices are much lower now than they were back in 2012. What about chrome-lined barrels? My current AR has a Chrome-lined barrel, but I believe those can reduce accuracy. I'm thinking of making my next build a more accurate version of what I already have, since it has the aesthetics that I really like. Hell, I don't even know what a good muzzle device to get would be. I've been collecting WWII era milsurp for so long that I just don't know anything about the cool new stuff that's out.

I'm thinking of building another AR sometime in the future. Similar to my first build, it'll be a 20" barrel ( but this time 1:7 twist),, 16" rails, and A2 stock. But I'm wondering how much a stripped receiver matters. I plan to get the parts and do it myself, but I'm not sure how much difference a stripped lower makes. Also as for internals, I don't believe m4 feed ramps really matter. And what's are the good trigger groups and BCGS out there now? I haven't done any research in the 5 years since I built my first AR Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk

What's the best way to go about applying cosmoline? Someone suggested that to me on facebook, but I assumed they were kidding. I thought Cosmo required a big vat with melted cosmo, that the guns are dipped in. Plus I don't want the cosmo getting all over everything. I don't know much about applying cosmo to guns though.

Howdy. Haven't been on in a long time, but my collection has swelled. The problem is that now I have too many guns to feasibly clean them and inspect them as regularly as I used to. To reduce the risk of the milsurps that I rarely shoot rusting, I bought some renaissance wax to coat and protect them. Does anyone have any advice for how to apply it, or if there's anything else I can do? I run a dehumidifier in the room, and have dehumidifier in each of my safes, but due to my living circumstances, I have to keep my guns in my basement. I've been lucky that I haven't had any issues, but I want to ensure that I don't have any problems in the future. Thanks for the advice!

When was it? I think they have pretty bad hours. They were at the Oaks Gun show IIRC, so there's no reason they should be closed. They may still be putting stock back after the show perhaps?