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  1. Rocketman

    My Latest Purchase (or just pictures of your current guns)

    I just did a very bad thing.......Given my level of boredom (I just retired) and my long support for Israel I bought this beautiful pig. Israeli FN FAL Light Barrel ROMAT built some years ago by ARS (Arizona Response Systems). It's a clone but built from a surplus parts kit, plus an aftermarket...
  2. Rocketman

    Marines issuing suppressors?

    Wow a high rise mount on a MARSOC weapon? That EOTECH glass or T1/2 etc (battery dead or broken makes no difference) can make a killer rear sight aperture. Center the front sight in the rear "aperture" then center it up on the target and press. Plenty good enough for government work at CQB...
  3. Rocketman

    My Latest Purchase (or just pictures of your current guns)

    I love my Gen 2 Glock 19.
  4. Rocketman

    My Latest Purchase (or just pictures of your current guns)

    I had a P220 years ago that I wish I had back. It was too big for my hand though. M18 fits my hand but I haven't shot one yet. I'm a Glock 19 type so I may never end up with that M18.
  5. Rocketman

    My Latest Purchase (or just pictures of your current guns)

    My kid just qualed with the M18 for the first time. He loved it and will buy one once he gets back to CONUS.
  6. Rocketman

    Where are the various star wars canyons?

    Only 2 I believe. VMA-231 and VMA-223, both at Cherry Point.
  7. Rocketman

    Where are the various star wars canyons?

    I think they are all hiding at Cherry Point which is about the same thing.....
  8. Rocketman

    Where are the various star wars canyons?

    Out of my lane but I know there is one out of Mountain Home AFB in Idaho.......
  9. Rocketman

    My Latest Purchase (or just pictures of your current guns)

    I rarely shoot for group size anymore just quick hits on silhouette targets. That said I've shot a good bit of Prvi Partizan 5.56. It's good stuff. I agree with Chuck. AimSurplus is good to go as well. I buy a lot of ammo from them.
  10. Rocketman

    My Latest Purchase (or just pictures of your current guns)

    Thanks Chuck. If I see that 625 5" before you do it will be mine. I had a very nice early one that I sold years ago in a moment of weakness. That one is probably number one on my all time "I can't believe I sold that" list. Thanks for the tip on the grips. That pretty wooden grip evidently is...
  11. Rocketman

    My Latest Purchase (or just pictures of your current guns)

    Went on a bit of a revolver binge of late. I have early JM Marlin lever actions in .22 lr, 357 and 44 Mag so of course I need revolvers to match. The Smith brothers top to bottom. 686 no dash 4" .357 mag 617 no dash 4" .22lr 629-4 6" 44 mag
  12. Rocketman

    My Latest Purchase (or just pictures of your current guns)

    Wow. I think I'd be hunting with a red dot optic in that brush
  13. Rocketman

    Request access to Hangar Talk

    I'd like to be added please
  14. Rocketman

    Seeking advice on that first handgun or next weapon purchase? Ask AW!

    for a complete AR-15 rifles or lowers Colt 6920, LMT, Aero, BCM are all good to go.
  15. Rocketman

    COVID-19

    Wow and they all tested negative. " Northern Territory police say they don't believe three teenagers who allegedly absconded from Darwin's Howard Springs COVID-19 quarantine facility this morning came into contact with members of the community............NT Chief Minister Michael Gunner...
  16. Rocketman

    Rittenhouse Trial

    The guy with the missing bicep was carrying his glock illegally as well. Gaige Grosskreutz was a felon in possession of a firearm. He admitted yesterday on the stand that he didn't get shot until he pointed his weapon at the accused. It's true that kid Kyle never should have been there...
  17. Rocketman

    USMC USMC revolution is rifle qual

    As a grunt I was always proud of qualifying expert on the old Marine KD course in the mid 70's. 500 yards with irons is no joke. I feel like I was taught great fundamentals that still serve me well to this day. That said even 03's got very little in the way of practical weapons training back...
  18. Rocketman

    Which Ride?

    I have a 2017 Audi A4. My first German car. It's a fun little scooter. In old man mode I can get almost 38 MPG on the interstate. In Sport mode the revs go up along with the fun factor. My only regret is I didn't buy an S4 when I had the chance. The A4 makes driving these NC mountain roads loads...
  19. Rocketman

    My Latest Purchase (or just pictures of your current guns)

    At 100 yards a .357 out of a 16" barrel hits almost as hard as a 20" 30-30. I bought a stainless Smith 686 no dash revolver to go along with mine. Eight rounds of .357 goodness out of a carbine that weight 5.7 pounds.
  20. Rocketman

    My Latest Purchase (or just pictures of your current guns)

    I need another lever gun like I need a hole in the head but I just ordered one. It's not here yet but it's a stainless Rossi R92 in .357 with a 16" barrel. It's a handy little thing and super fun to shoot. It makes a great politically correct self-defense weapon. I have an identical blued R92...
  21. Rocketman

    Bonhomme Richard fire

    Here is the search warrant document for the Seaman Apprentice. https://www.scribd.com/document/518700846/Ryan-Sawyer-Mays-search-warrant
  22. Rocketman

    Great Bars, Happy Hours, and Free Food Around the World

    Actually I ran across that Meme while researching pellet smokers. I think I'm about to bi a Traeger too.
  23. Rocketman

    Great Bars, Happy Hours, and Free Food Around the World

    NC native here. I grew up straddling the dark meat with brown sugar and ketchup and the whole hog with apple cider vinegar line so it's "Lexington Style" for me. In NC if you have to say "pulled pork" you are doing it wrong.........oh and
  24. Rocketman

    My Latest Purchase (or just pictures of your current guns)

    I'm a 1911 guy at heart. It was my TO weapon at times when I was in. Somehow I always qualified expert with one of those rattletraps. That said I long ago came to believe that a G19 may be the best tool weapon ever produced.
  25. Rocketman

    COVID-19

    I'm an old guy (65) that has a comorbidity or two. I just got the first Moderna Vaccine today. I'll let you know if it murders me or causes any other weirdness. My younger brothers (60 and 58) already had the Pfizer shots as they are healthcare workers. They said the first round was normal for a...
  26. Rocketman

    The Great, Constantly Changing Picture Gallery, Troisième partie: la vengeance!

    Yup. I believe the last fleet squadron to fly the Harrier will be VMA-223. My old man flew with 223 when they flew Panthers.
  27. Rocketman

    The Great, Constantly Changing Picture Gallery, Troisième partie: la vengeance!

    Riding the dragon down low. A a sight we won't be seeing for too many more years. My oldest boy stimulating himself a couple of months ago on a Mountain Home AFB Det.
  28. Rocketman

    BFM...Clubs?

    Didn't Lex (Carroll LeFon) work for a company in CA that flew BFM rides for civillians using former MIL pilots before he went to work for ATAC? I have no idea if they are still in business.
  29. Rocketman

    My Latest Purchase (or just pictures of your current guns)

    BCM (Bravo Company Machine), Colt 6920 or 6720, LMT if you can find'em, Geissele. Aero Precision is making some good stuff now a days. Tough time to be looking though.
  30. Rocketman

    My Latest Purchase (or just pictures of your current guns)

    I had a German made Sig P220 that for some strange reason I sold. I sure wish I had that pistol back.
  31. Rocketman

    My Latest Purchase (or just pictures of your current guns)

    Not sure what this means for Sig owners in the US (I'm pretty sure SIG USA is doing just fine) but here it is........ Sig Sauer is bankrupt and closes their facility in Eckernförde
  32. Rocketman

    My Latest Purchase (or just pictures of your current guns)

    For better or worse the 43X has a completely different feel than the 43/42. For me it's much better......YMMV
  33. Rocketman

    My Latest Purchase (or just pictures of your current guns)

    Sounds like I should find an XL that I can play with
  34. Rocketman

    My Latest Purchase (or just pictures of your current guns)

    Even though I'm a bit of a Glock fan boy I really want to like the P365. I have medium sized hands but for some reason the P365 is a terrible fit for my grip. I think it's a fine weapon but I'll be sticking to my G43 and G43x I guess. I've got a S&W Shield Gen 2 on the way. (couldn't resist for...
  35. Rocketman

    The Perpetual MEGA Space Thread

    I love that the astronauts rode out to the launch pad in a Tesla.
  36. Rocketman

    NEWS Report: Iranian Navy fires at one of its own ships

    Well at least they know the missile works. Before and after pics of the Konarak.
  37. Rocketman

    El Centro Airshow

    Unless something changed in the last day or so Cherry Point Air Show is still scheduled. At least for now
  38. Rocketman

    Gun Laws in your state

    I think I'm correct in saying it banned the sale of rifles with more than two nasty features (flash suppressor, pistol grip, bayonet lug etc) There were no restrictions on travel. I already had a couple of black rifles when the ban took effect. People who didn't either bought rifles that were...
  39. Rocketman

    What type of computer to buy?

    I always kept a desktop at home but this last time I decided to try a laptop as my primary device. Great decision for me. I bought a high end Dell XPS with a fast processor, tons of memory and storage. It has a great 15in monitor. Been running like a top for about 2 years now. I won't be going back
  40. Rocketman

    My Latest Purchase (or just pictures of your current guns)

    I've believed for a long time that all "Assault rifles" will eventually become NFA items. Except for the $200 stamp and the wait that wouldn't change much for me. NFA toys seem to follow me around anyway
  41. Rocketman

    My Latest Purchase (or just pictures of your current guns)

    Best way to find out how the ATF REALLY feels about braces on SBR's is to shoot someone with one. Until that happens it's anyone's guess as to what will happen. They have been known to change their minds. I don't have a SBR with a brace but I'm considering buying one. That said it damn sure...
  42. Rocketman

    My Latest Purchase (or just pictures of your current guns)

    Usually I don't think much about the cost if I really want a certain weapon but since I knew I wouldn't be shooting it much for once I did the adult thing. I bought a complete 7.62 rifle from Aero. Fit and finish is great and it gets good reviews at half the price of the LMT. (haven't even shot...
  43. Rocketman

    My Latest Purchase (or just pictures of your current guns)

    I'm an EOTech fan but I'm going to guess that the President is about out of the "giving people money back" mood for the duration. They bought back thousands of sights over the last few years over cold weather concerns about the sights zero drifting etc. I never had a minuites trouble with mine...
  44. Rocketman

    My Latest Purchase (or just pictures of your current guns)

    I have several LMT lowers and an LMT 10.5 inch SBR. I've been using their rear BUIS as my go to sight on my KISS carbines for years. I'd love to have one of their 7.62 rifles too but for no more than I would shoot it that's a bit pricey. LMT makes good stuff.
  45. Rocketman

    My Latest Purchase (or just pictures of your current guns)

    He's been working on it for some time now https://artnalls.com/aerial-productions-international-joins-nalls-aviation-family/
  46. Rocketman

    My Latest Purchase (or just pictures of your current guns)

    Yup. American Eagle (Federal) also makes 30-06 specifically for the Garand https://www.midwayusa.com/product/953112253/federal-american-eagle-ammunition-30-06-springfield-m1-garand-150-grain-full-metal-jacket
  47. Rocketman

    My Latest Purchase (or just pictures of your current guns)

    The early reviews I read were positive. I hope it's a piece of junk cause I need a new glock like I need a hole in the head. My Gen 2 G19 would be the last weapon I'd ever sell.
  48. Rocketman

    My Latest Purchase (or just pictures of your current guns)

    The new Glock 19 Gen 5 is supposed to be a great gun. I have a Gen 2 and a Gen 4 G19 (and a 42,43, 26, 30S, 21,) but I may have to jump on a Gen 5 G19. Fantastic tools.
  49. Rocketman

    GOUGE CMP M1 Garands - Opportunity

    American Eagle (Federal) makes ammo specifically for the Garand. PN: AE3006M1
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