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JCerillo, thanks for the props. Much appreciated. Ray, what's up? C

No one hitters here, thanks. C

There is a Kahr at Meltzer's, used, for under 5 bills. Can't remember which one. The Solo is a pretty firearm, however I believe they are running above 8 bills. Not a cheap option. Good luck with whatever you choose. C

I'm new to owning firearms, and I'm not particularly a long gun guy. However my stepson is getting a Ruger 10/22 and I got him a scope for it and would like to be able to go shooting with him. It's one of the few things we enjoy together. Point is, I don't have experience with really good optics. Most likely a good thing. So, the $30 Taasco looks good to me. Thanks for the tips. Feel free to add more. C

So, I put some money down and ordered a Mossberg MVP. Gonna need some kind of optic for it. Anyone got any suggestions that won't break the bank. I'd like to stay below 200 dollars if possible. Firearm shoots .223/.556 NATO. Looking to target shoot to 200 yards or so. Just need to be able to see things, don't need to be able to count a fly's multi-reticled eyeball at 700 yards, if you know what I mean. The firearm itself is a stretch for me, money wise, already. Please keep that in mind. Thanks. C

Hmmmmmmmmmmmmm.... C

Jazzfest, New Orleans, 2006. Beads. Skull beads are worth... more. C

Did a little work last evening. I think it's looking good. I know it's not to everyone's taste, but I like it. C

Thanks gents. Deadeye- if you need any help or have any questions, drop me a pm. Sniper, I'll take that. C

Got the MSH pretty much finished up. New stuff showed up today: hammer, grip safety, thumb safety, firing pin stop, and the extractor. Pricey little bits. Started working on the firing pin stop. Pretty much got it in and looking good. Now I just need to clearance it to the frame. Next up will be the grip safety and thumb safety. I must say, if you have ever thought of doing something like this, do it. It's a HUGE learning experience and a lot of fun. I will update as things get to final fit. C

Sighewa, sent you a PM. I just placed an order for this rifle. Not expecting it for a while. No worries as it will allow me time to save. C

Has anyone got one of these? I am very interested and am wondering what you think. C

Exactly the reason I wouldn't have done that. C

Looks like a really expensive collector piece. I like the fact that they did a true lefty which takes a lot of maching and engineering, but other than the "OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHH COOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOLLL!!" factor, I'm not loving it. C

Has no one anything to say regarding the new Mossberg MVP??? I could really use some insight on it. C

From what I understand, doing a tube magazine in 9mm is scary to most companies because the ogive or nose of the bullet is hard/pointed. There is a very real possibility of the primer of a round in front contacting the rearward nose and discharging, which would be a problem. Hence, no 9mm tubular fed lever action rifles. And yes, I want one in .38spcl/.357mag. Badly. C

Yup. Until I purchased a firearm, I never was remotely interested in politics. Now that I have been paying a modicum of attention, I'm apalled at myself for what I have allowed to happen. Pulling a Rumplestiltskin is a bad feeling. I would like to get more involved, however it's a daunting thing. I mean, I look at some of the threads on here and y'all know a bunch! Where to start? C

You can't go wrong with either. They are both very nice pistols, although obvioulsy, markedly different. Me, I would go with the S&W as I don't personally like the Beretta. I think they're unattractive and I had one when I was in the military and it just didn't do it for me. I've not fired the Smith, however it feels really nice in the hand. Good luck. C

Yes, the Mossberg is 5.56/.223. Great fun to $$$ ratio in my eyes. C

There's no saving when you go this way. It's not about that. Yes, I'm not buying barstock Ed Brown stuff, however, the stuff I'm buying has a decent reputation on the boards I'm on as being well or slightly underpriced for what it is. As for total cost, most home builds end up between 9 and 13 hundred from what I've seen. I should fall somewhere in the middle. That doesn't count the small amount that I've spent on tools for this but will use elsewhere. I REALLY like tools. Like, a lot. So, that's never a problem. C

Hey Ray. Thanks for the props. I do sincerely value your opinion as you are certainly quite knowledgeable. Much appreciated. C

Thanks again all for your replies. I truly appreciate all the advice. Does anyone on here have anything to say about the Mossberg MVP rifle? Has anyone seen/held it? I am seriously lusting after it and would like some objective and somewhat educated opinions on it. I think it may be the perfect rifle for me. C

I ordered the grip safety, the hammer, and the thumb safety. Will order the ignition parts when money allows. Hoping to have them in hand by friday. C

Very cool. C

Yes, the frame was shipped to an FFL (Ramsey Outdoor). Everything else can be shipped straight to me. Not sure on the finish other than it will most likely be Duracote. I paint as a hobby (I did my bike, which is my avatar) so I have most everything I need to do it. The slide came directly from Fusion that way. They do all of their own machine work. Their site sucks. However, if you call and speak to Bob, he will get you squared away. It's the easiest way to do it. Be sure to let him know I sent you along to him. C