I bought this old Beretta a300 used and it seems to make a noise when the bolt is locked back. Am I missing any parts or is it just loose?

I’m in a very lucky position to be looking into the idea of an investment gun. So I’m looking for some ideas and advice. If you were going to invest in something but would also shoot it maybe once a year with a budget of $15-20k, what would you get? If it was also “ban-proof” that would be nice. Hit me with ideas team!

Howdy Folks

The Texan is back with yet another Gun Appreciation Post.

It’s been a while since I have done a Lever Action, so how about it! Here is a bit of a classic that was made popular by Terminator 2: Judgement Day, and has since become a massive icon. The one and only!

Winchester Model 1887/1901

What’s the difference between the 1887 and 1901?

The 1887 is 12 Gauge and the originals can only shoot black powder 12 Gauge shells, the reproductions however, those can thankfully use smokeless powder.

The 1901 However was made to take Smokeless Powder and is chambered in 10 Gauge shells.

Anyways!

Enjoy!

It looks like I should clean off all the grease/oil the shotgun came with. And then put some gun oil on it.

Any advice? Small drop of lube everywhere there is metal on metal contact?

I’m looking for advice on the best rifle for doing a bit of everything. The main use I’m looking for is coyote and deer hunting as well as a lot of target shooting.

I totally understand everyone is going to have a different opinion on cartridge but I’d love to hear what everyone thinks for my situation.

I currently own sks and a 10/22.

Let me know your thoughts! TIA

Still get a chuckle that the Stowaway’s size is on par with past R’s.

The MK Machining Chassis definitely improves the overall ergonomics. Will be complete with the hook style cocking handle from Dirty Canadian.

Had a chance to stretch the taipan out to 500 yards today was a tad windy but for first time I’m happy the two holes in the plate are from previously with my .308 savage axis. the dents are all .223. I’m running a bushnell trophy 3-9x40. S&J nano linear comp

I'm down in the U.S.

Just picked up the 16 inch version.

Can confirm, multiple parts are interchangeable with AR15 parts.

I personally swapped the standard trigger with a Rise Armament LE145 drop in trigger.

[https://risearmament.com/product/rise-armament-le145-trigger/\](https://risearmament.com/product/rise-armament-le145-trigger/)

I also wanted to upgrade the barrel to a chrome lined (just a personal thing with me). I went with a Criterion Hybrid 16 inch chromelined with a .223 Wylde chamber and headspaced BCM bolt.

[https://criterionbarrels.com/products/ar-platform/ar-15/ar-15-hybrid-barrel-carbine-gas-chrome-lined/?v=0b3b97fa6688\](https://criterionbarrels.com/products/ar-platform/ar-15/ar-15-hybrid-barrel-carbine-gas-chrome-lined/?v=0b3b97fa6688)

While the Makasi uses AR15 barrels, they are drilled and pinned. I used the following Jig to drill the new barrel myself. BRD engineering MK4.

[https://brdengineering.com/shop/ols/products/mk4-universal-gas-block-drilling-jig\](https://brdengineering.com/shop/ols/products/mk4-universal-gas-block-drilling-jig)

It comes with a 1/8 guide to drill the pin, but the makasi gas block uses a 3/16 pin. I found and used the following bushing without issue, it will fit on the MK4 jig in place of the 1/8 guide.

[https://www.mcmaster.com/product/2868T37\](https://www.mcmaster.com/product/2868T37)

I did notice that the 2 bolts that interface through the handguard and the barrel nut were not in line, resulting in teeth marks on the barrel nut from the handguard mounting bolts. I easily fixed it by adding some shims to the barrel nut.

[https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CPQ689XD?ref\\_=ppx\\_hzod\\_title\\_mob\\_b\\_fed\\_asin\\_title\\_0\\_0\](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CPQ689XD?ref_=ppx_hzod_title_mob_b_fed_asin_title_0_0)

Finally, I wanted more of a fixed stock look for the Makasi. Unfortunately, I could not find any ready to order adapters that convert from 1913 picatinny to M16 female end plate. I combined the 2 items below to make my own. I had to Dremel the edges of the Yueoct mount so they would fit inside the anti rotation ledges of the adapter mount, but thankfully everything else lined up fine (the 2 parts even has the same 1/4 bolt matching threads!) Items below.

[https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B09VYFV9VV?psc=1&ref=ppx\\_pop\\_mob\\_b\\_asin\\_title\](https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B09VYFV9VV?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title)

[https://stormwerkz.com/stock-adapters/yugo-m92-m85-adapter-type-4/\](https://stormwerkz.com/stock-adapters/yugo-m92-m85-adapter-type-4/)

Now that I've got it set up, will try to take it out for a spin in the next week or so. If anyone has questions about specific aspects of the rifle, let me know, I'll answer as much as possible.

Truly a minimalist 10/22 build here, just missing a RDS

I’ve been waiting since mid 2025 for my license and its still pending and during that time I got a couple suspensions (multiple times unfairly from the school), are there any ways to kinda redeem myself?

Tenda had a great deal for the hunt group mx4 and 250 rounds of shells just got delivered today gonna go out this evening and put a few shells through it looks to be well built but only time will tell sorry no toes

I could not share or comment on the original post. So here is the original post

There are two reasons the firearms were removed from the RCMP museum.

1. The current CEO is anti firearms and will not let any resemblance of firearms or anything about them in anything they offer.

2. They were too cheap to replace the glass and so based on current conservatory rules and law they can’t be placed in there anymore. TBH this display was the best part of the museum.

Hello! First post. I have a turkunelli clone. After first 50 shells (score 00 buck) I had 5 malfunctions. All of them failures to feed. The shells were damaged trying to be fed. See picture for example.

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Thoughts? Is this something that may resolve itself as I continue to break the gun in?

Walnut stock
Blued bolt carrier
Bad ace scout mount with shell deflector
Burris 2.75x fixed scout scope
Flush 5 round mag
Wayne’s dog cheek riser
Barrel circumcised to 18.6 and threaded
A2 style flash hider
Trigger job with Murray springs replacement

Hi all, I’m in the market for an antique status revolver, as that’s all I can get since I don’t qualify for exemption. Basically I boiled it down to three potential contenders 1.) the German 1883 Reich Revolver, 2.) the 1889 Bodeo, and lastly 3.) the 1892 French Ordnance Revolver. My budget is roughly $3500-$4000, and I would like to know which one is best in terms of value, and ease of acquiring brass and bullet or factory ammo. How well do these revolver holdup to use, are any of them weaker than the others and more prone to breakage? From what I understand the 1883 was build like a tank but is not the most ergonomic piece.

Smokeless powder… Can I use smokeless powder in all of them? I intend to mostly use black powder anyways, it’s just nice to have that option. Is there any common issue with any of these revolver that I should be aware of before purchasing.

Thank you all for the advice

Today’s selection is comprised of Cold War and Modern Day (GWOT) Submachineguns (SMGs), Pistol Caliber Carbines (PCCs) and Personal Defense Weapons (PDWs).  In chronological order they are:

Fabrique Nationale / Israeli Military Industries (IMI) Uzi  (1954-Present)

Canadian Arsenals Limited C1 SMG  (1958-1986)

Heckler & Koch MP5 (1964-Present)

Sterling L34A1 / Mk IX Suppressed SMG (1967-1988)

Fabrique Nationale P-90 / PS-90 (1986-Present)

Steyr / Brugger & Thomet Tactical Machinepistol 9mm (TMP-9) (1992-Present)

FAMAE (Chile) SAF-40 .40 S&W  (1993-Present)

Ceska Zbrova Skorpion EVO 3  (2009-Present)

Brugger & Thomet Advanced Police Carbine 9mm (APC9) (2011-Present)

SIG MPX (2015-Present)

So I decided to test out some of the lightest, cheapest target load out there on my mossberg 930. Picked up some challenger 7/8oz low brass target load for like $12/box. I shot a box and it fed flawlessly. My old man took it with him to the range and he said it was jamming so much with those target loads that it was like a bolt action. I decided to go through the last couple boxes to test it myself. Two boxes and not one misfeed with the same 7/8oz challengers.

I know this gun is gas operated and usually inertia guns can fall victim to misfeeds from an improper shoulder weld. But can this also happen with gas operated too?

Which semi-auto shotgun?

I’m debating between a few options. The main goal is to have a “do-it-all” shotgun for:

• Casual clay sports (trap and skeet)
• Hunting
• General range use

Beretta A300 Ultima 28”

This one goes for about $1,400.

Mossberg 940 Pro Field 28”

I can get this one for $899, or the Cerakote version for $1,149.

Mossberg 940 JM Pro 24”

This one goes for about $1,320.

I like the JM Pro because of the 24” barrel. It doesn’t seem too long or too short, and it feels like a good middle ground. I can’t seem to find the A300 with a 24” barrel, at least on Almost Prohibited.

I know there’s no true “one-size-fits-all” shotgun, but I’m trying to stay under $1,500 and get something that comes as close as possible to covering all three uses.

What would you pick, and why? Any other models I should be looking at in this price range?

Finally finished my 10/22 build and cant be more happy with it 👌
Build list
Ruger 10/22
Midwest industries 8 inch chassis
Ballistic advantage 8 inch spiral fluted barrel
Midwest industries 5.56 blast can (TIGHT fit in the forend)
Sbi 597 adapter
Vortex triumph red dot
Bcm vert grip
Magpul moe tr stock
Magpul moe k grip

So I am not new to shooting but have yet to experience this. And yes i k ow I sound dumb but I gotta ask.

When i am running my Ruger American Ranch, I find that the rifle "hops" after each shot. I am holding tight as I do with any other rifle. Admittedly this is my first "short " rifle. Could it be caused by the muzzle blast? Its 6.5 Creedmoor if that helps. It really not causing any issue with accuracy but is killing my follow through.

If i put it in my BOG tripod it is nearly non existent, which is why I feel it may be muzzle blast coming off the shooting table at the range.

Heres the build

Tikka CTR 6.5PRC 24inch barrel

Cadex burnt bronze field competition chassis

Burris xtr3 5.5-30x56 in arken rings

MDT elite brake in 6.5mm

Airsoft handstop and bipod

I hope it doesn't lead to an sks ban