Starting out I remember thinking $1,000 was too much to drop on any firearm, now not so much.

What’s the most you would spend?

If you’re feeling brave let us know what that purchase was.

Was really hoping to hear from bullseye north by now giving a rough update on the time line when deliveries will start coming through.

Anyone heard from their retailers about potential delivery dates?

So I bought a very lightly used Benelli Nova 3 HD the other day, finally got a case and lock so I tore it down, cleaned it up, and put it back together just about an hour ago.

I watched a TON of teardown videos, most of them several years old unfortunately, but in nearly every single one I noticed 2 things: 1. The pins in the receiver on one side (usually left) have a flat head on them, mine do not, they're just skinny rods; and 2. Removing the trigger piece was really difficult in the videos, but mine practically fell out, and I had zero issues getting this back in.

My question is: Are these things normal? I'm wondering if these differences were fixed with newer versions of the guns (like bolt shape differences especially) or is this something I need to be suspicious of?

Does anyone have a newer Nova 3 HD to compare?

I also never got a manual (which I can find online) or a plug. Anyone know of a cheap site I can buy a plug, or if I don't ever plan on taking this hunting should I just save the money and forget it altogether?

Thanks!

Well, I pulled the trigger… literally 😂 on the new AD500A in .223, and for around $1,200 after tax, I can honestly say I’m seriously impressed. I couldn’t find any real world reviews on the AD500A in .223, so I finally said screw it and had to get my hands on one myself.

Put about 200 rounds through it today and with the factory mags it didn’t jam once — not a single issue. It was also amazingly accurate at 50 yards, especially considering It was quickly sighted in before shooting on the temp sight I have on it for now (Vortex Crossfire 2)

The rifle itself feels great in the hands. It’s not heavy, recoil is very manageable, and overall it’s surprisingly ergonomic and comfortable. Everything felt well balanced and natural while shooting, which made the whole experience much better.

The only real issue I found was with some of the factory fit and finish. I originally bought another one but noticed a lot of small surface manufacturing imperfections. Luckily, G4C was great about it and allowed me to exchange it, and thankfully the replacement I got has been solid with no issues or visual imperfections.

If you’re going to look at one, I’d definitely recommend taking a really good look over the entire rifle before leaving the store. Check the overall hardware, alignment, screw heads and even the tools provided. On the first one I had, there were little things that looked slightly out of line, some screw heads appeared warped/damaged, and even some of the included tools weren’t quite right. Nothing I experienced with my replacement, but definitely something I’d recommend checking closely before purchasing.

As for magazines, I bought a couple Amend2 mags to try out and unfortunately had issues pretty much every time I tried to use them. The two factory magazines that come with the rifle were a completely different story — zero jams throughout the day. I ended up pairing the two factory mags back-to-back to make a flip-mag setup, and so far I’m definitely sticking with them.

I ran PMC Bronze 55gr through it and it ran mint. One thing I did notice is that this rifle seems to perform best when running heavily lubricated. I kept mine well lubricated throughout the range session and, paired with the factory mags, it ran flawlessly.

Overall, I’d highly recommend the AD500A in 223 to anyone looking for a cool-looking semi-auto that performs amazingly and looks just as neat. Between the reliability and how accurate it was at 50 yards with just a quick sight-in, it definitely exceeded my expectations.

I’ve still got a bunch more parts planned and on the away for mine, so the build isn’t finished yet. For around $1,200 after tax, I’m thoroughly impressed with it so far!

Howdy Folks!

The Texan is back with yet another Gun Appreciation Post, where today, we look at another prohibited weapon that used to be available in Canada, but is unfortunately no longer available for purchase.

The one and only!

Heckler & Koch MP5 Submachine Gun.

I mean come on, this is the most iconic submachine gun in history, and it has made an impact in counter terrorism operations. It is definitely an icon, and would be worthy of its own museum exhibits.

Anyways

Enjoy!

Hi guys!

I've started hunting like 2 years ago and now I've started to do some precision shooting. Nothing professional, just a hobby.

Recently I've scored a Nikon Monarch 7 IL, in 56mm and I have an opportunity to exchange it for a Burris SixX 40mm with a ballistic crosshair.

I know the Burris SixX is for a long time discontinued but the warranty is still there and some people told me the SixX was a real beast.

Same for the Nikon but the fact there is no more warranty bothers me a bit.

Any input to help me to decide?

It'll be used mostly for deer hunting in a tree stand (200-300yards ) and at shooting range for fun and challenge. /// Forgot to add the Nikon is 3x12 and the Burris is 2x12

Thank you all!

I got all the metal part offerings from Neumann Metalworks and it's been great so far! Took it to the range and shot about 600 rounds through it and it's been super sturdy!

Bought it. Used it. Got bored of it. Got paid for it. Get over it.

Hey guys,

I would like to zero a new rifle at 100yds and do some target practice on some crown land but im having trouble finding anywhere with enough space. I just got my pal this year so im not able to join any ranges until at least next year so im stuck shooting on crown land for a while.

If anyone is willing to point out a good area or give me a spot that works I would really appreciate it. I live in Etobicoke and dont mind driving a couple hours.

Thanks

First of all, thanks for the major response to my M4 vs 1301 post. I went to the shop and held both, I do feel that the M4 (in my hands) feels much sturdier and solid, I didnt like how plasticky the 1301 felt.

I decided to cancel my Makasi and refund with store credit so grabbed this lil guy for free while I decide on a shot gun.

I havent shot it yet, but so far impressed with the first impression build quality. Planning on adding on a reverse can and maybe a different stock. Wanting to make it look like a honeybadger ish style.

On another note, anyone have Alexs homebrew manual hold bolt open button and the AR style charging handle?

TM-22 Pro 12”
Magpul mlok foregrip
Holosun HS403B

Hey, I was wondering if anyone can provide some help with an issue I’m having with my Girsan MC312. See pics for reference but it seems to be double feeding rounds onto the lifter and causes a jam. Does anyone have any recommendations how to fix? Thanks.

Hi, hope everyone is doing well. I just had a question regarding Quebec gun ownership. Let's say I live in Ontario and plan on moving to Quebec with unrestricted firearms. Do I have to register them?

The reason I'm asking is because im seeing a lot of differing opinions online and can't seem to find a very straight answer. Some say you only have to register them if you keep them longer than 2 months in the province? So if every month I go to the range in Ontario, I never have to register them because the "clock" gets reset every time I go?

Some say QC only has a ~25-35% registration rate, so I guess the vast majority of people are "not keeping them for longer than 60 consecutive days in the province"?

If I purchase firearms in the future and send them to my parents' house in ON, then collect them, and every 59 days I bring them across the border in ON, I never have to register them?

Thank you for any insight on this; I appreciate it!

my .22lr has some really stubborn fouling I hit it with the nylon brush and cleaner and it didn’t come off I was wondering if I get a ultrasonic cleaner can I just throw all the parts in or are there certain parts that can’t go in.

Is there anything special I need to do to mail myself some firearms? Or just box them up and send them?

I'm having a hard time finding a scope with MIL that ticks boxes for cost and magnification. Shooting 25 - 200 yards. Thoughts?

Hey guys,

Just got my license. Our instructor had a Morrison Mares Leg as our lever action during the class and I loved it. Obviously it brings back a lot of red dead redemption memories lol.

I thought it would be a great first firearm to have. I was thinking about getting the .22 because the price is great. I understand that at around a $600 price tag, I’m gonna be getting $600 quality but I was wondering if anyone had a chance to play around with one yet and what your thoughts were?

Thanks in advance

Can’t wait to take this out. Added a mag tube extension and red dot.

Picked her up today and near as I can tell the last she’s among the last 10 unissued pre-1965 factory 26 SKS rifles sold on the Canadian market, the remaining 8 being at Tenda. I’ve been waiting for this for a long time, can’t wait to clean her out and put some rounds through her.

I was just in Ghost PLUZ today and I saw three different parties, one of them with at least eight people, target shooting literally less than 100 metres from Forestry Trunk Road (this is basically The Main Road of Ghost PLUZ, there's a lot of traffic relative to other roads in the PLUZ). Not only they were in my direct line of sight, I could literally hear their chatter and laughter from my truck, with the engine on. That's how close they were from the road, while shooting firearms.

My understanding is that there is a law that imposes a bunch of rules regarding target shooting in PLUZs, one of them being at least 400 metres from any roads. But given that there were so many people doing this, and different parties, and completely relaxed about it (they weren't hard to see, at all, and there are several cars parked just on the shoulder of the road, there was really zero effort to hide their activity), it makes me wonder whether this law is completely pretend-law that the police and conversation officers choose to completely not enforce unless someone is already dead? What's going on? Given how blissfully relaxed they were, I can't believe this is their first time. It looked like a regular thing, and given this, it must be the case that the police and conversation officers are seeing this and choosing to ignore? Can someone explain this to me? Or is the law about the 400 metres from roads revoked and I missed it?

Looking for recommendations on an optic for the SBL in .357 magnum.

Ive been looking at the Primary Arms SLX and GLX series. Ive never used a red dot before on anything and would prefer something with an actual zoom. I only range shoot so far and my club has 0-50, 100 and 200 yard ranges although I don't expect the 357 to be useable at 200 yards.

Front runner is the GLX 2x Prism scope since its really compact but there doesn't seem to be anywhere i can see one in person.

Has anyone used the glx 2x on one of these before? Any other recs?

I also don't want the gun to look ridiculous, its such a beauty.

Here's what I've amassed

Derya TM22 Pro 16" with cheap reflex sight

Matching 1951 Tula SKS

El Faisan Double Barrel 410

1941 SMLE Enfield Sporter

Ruger 10/22

Sako Finnbear 30-06

Browning B-80 12ga

Mossberg Maverick 88 Security 12ga

Plus my feet and a clump of dead grass