For everyone’s enjoyment, as titled this is a Winchester model 1905 that has been converted to 30 Carbine. I have developed some light loads as the factory loading, in my opinion, is unnecessarily “hot” for this gun. I don’t know anything about the conversion but the barrel has no Winchester roll marks, only has a Winchester proof mark and a
30. US stamp on the side of it. No other identifiers even when taken apart. Timeline wise, rifle was made in 1906 and the 30 carbine cartridge came out in 1940. So my guess someone in the 50’s got it re-barrelled as I’m sure the original chambering of 35 WSL was probably not made anymore so leads to this. Neat rifle and video for slo motion of the blowback action. Cycled many different hand loads but there was a nice low recoil load that I’m gonna stick with. Just need to find more mags and I’d be set lol.

Hi, I’m looking to buy my first rifle for precision shooting. I’m not sure which caliber offers the best balance between cost and performance.
I was considering the .22 WMR because the ammo is relatively inexpensive and it’s a bit more powerful than the .22 LR. However, I’ve heard that beyond about 150 yards, it has a lot of bullet drop.
Would I be better off with a larger caliber? If so, which one would you recommend? Thanks!

Edit: It would only be for long-range target shooting(no hunting). I’d like the ammunition to cost less than $1 per round, and I have access to a shooting range that goes out to 300 yards. My budget for the gun+attachment would be under 2k$ cad.

I received my (R)PAL a few months ago and am looking for a range in the area. I'm aware of the Guelph Rod & Gun Club as well as the Galt Sportsmen's Club but am looking for a range with as short of a waitlist as possible. Only looking to do rifle shooting as of now. Let me know of any recommendations (or places to steer clear of) and any reasons why. Thanks

https://firearmsoutletcanada.com/magwedge-sks-sight-tool/

This one specifically, has anyone used this and can speak on the quality or function? My sks does not shoot straight because I currently don't have anything to adjust it and would like to get it shooting true

First it was the benelli, then it was the 10/22… now I have the Ranch rifle and i think its the best thing in the world

Benelli supernova 12 Gauge
Ruger 10/22 22LR
Ruger American Ranch 7.62x39

What else to add?

I'm sure there's lots of people like me, who want to start reloading but don't know where to start. It's intimidating at first, especially when you hear horror stories of people blowing themselves up. Maybe you think you need the perfect reloading bench/set up, maybe space is an issue for you.

I'm here to tell you/show you, you don't need much to start your reloading journey ($1000 and a dream) I'm currently living in the MIL's home so I couldn't make a permanent work bench or anything that I couldn't take down with ease. So I built a bench off a folding plastic table. It's a bit janky, and on my first version the press was ripping off the table every pull of the arm, made some improvements and she's holding up pretty good.

I'm a self proclaimed RETARD and I've managed to figure out how to reload 44 mag and it's been a blast, so far I've made 172 rounds, 100 FTX 225gr and 72 CPTC 240gr using H110 powder, my groups are on par if not better than factory ammo after my first attempt, I'm confident I can dial these in further with more tinkering, groups aren't amazing but I'm proud of what I have accomplished so far.

Top left of picture 2 is my handloaded FTX 225gr vs Factory Hornaday leverevolution at 50 yards

Bottom right is my 240gr vs PMC bronze 240s on top

3rd pic is my FTX 225s at 100 yards with Bushnell 1-4 lpvo

Reloading has taken my love of shooting to a whole new level, I'm excited to get off work these days so I can get my next batch ready for the weekend. Where before I started reloading I'd struggle to find something to do with my free time that felt worth it, long time gamer that just doesn't enjoy gaming anymore.

So if you've been on the fence a while or just started thinking about it this is the universe telling you to do it! Money is temporary, glory lasts forever.

I already have an anschutz chambered in 22mag and the thing is under $300, seeing as you can get 25 round mags for them and from what I’ve heard they’re pretty accurate it seems like a fun plinker… I’m feeling pretty tempted after seeing a video Neumann metalworks posted of him mag dumping his the other day, is there something I’m missing about these, any reason they’re not more popular?

She shot the 98k for her first firearm 🤣 but enjoyed the m1 the most.

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What is everyone's thoughts on this new YouTube channel

Gonna build a short, handy rifle on a JTAC Screech Owl chassis with a 14.5” to 16” barrel. I’ll be using a Terminus Zeus action and probably a Proof barrel. Must be capable of taking everything up to and including moose. I have a few schools of thought on cartridge choice and can’t for the life of me decide on something. Max range I consider ethical for hunting is 300 meters, and moose will probably be taken under 200 meters. Other considerations are using it for coyotes on the farm. (Yes I know each of these are heavy for that purpose and yes I do have a dedicated coyote rifle, and yes I already have dedicated hunting rifles). These are my top choices but I’m open to other suggestions as well, although it must fit in a short action. Thanks for any help and feel free to call me an idiot for wanting a rifle that fits this purpose

Looking for an honest review / feedback. Can’t trust Canadian caliber or go tendas video review. Need a cheap plinker to scratch that tacticool itch or am I just better off with Ruger 1022 with a aftermarket stock.
Also SBIs pricing on their rifles out of touch now. Used to get discount codes which only seem to become available when they are out of stock with their rifles and jacked up msrp.

Hi all,

I got my PAL and am saving to get the tikka t3x this fall in 308win.

I have been eyeing a soviet SKS that my neighbour(fishing buddy) has and wants to sell it.

Growing up i had loads of native friends and almost all of their families had an sks or multiple ones. Its a beauty. Now as im in the maritimes far away from home, i felt oddly nostalgic after hearing about him willing to sell it off and take a break from hunting and guns in general.

I am also well aware that many people are saying its gonna get banned and i cant use it in the future. Im not a collection kinda guy, i strongly believe in "if i cant shoot my gun why bother stashing it away" but that doesnt mean im a one gun guy or wont buy a shitload of different types in the future.

I hope i was able to express what i feel and no offense to anyone who loves collecting guns, heck im down for collecting too but i gotta be able to use them end of the day.

I already hate the gun laws of my country and every year they try to disarm us more and more.

TLDR: would it be wise to buy an SKS and what are the chances of it getting banned in the near future?

Thanks for your Patience in reading this long body of text, please advise me on it.

Why not do some improvising? Introducing my redneck brass catcher. I'll be trying it out on the Derya nine millimetre, as well as the TM22 and some lever action guns soon.

Heyy hoping everyone is doing well, so i live in bc and whoever has a hobby of firearms and lives in lower mainland or fraser valley would have visited Sylvester backroad at least once. Due to illegal activities in the area(stolen cars being burned at end of the trail where the crown land starts) rcmp has a check near the start. there isn’t much traffic as it used to be and i took up a initiative to clean all the campsites and mess people leave behind. Which includes empty ammunition boxes, cartridges, shells and garbage. I am currently unemployed and to keep my sanity i go there in the morning and come back at night. i do as much as i can and sometimes my girl helps me too. i was wondering if anyone wants to come and join me.

Hi all,

Looking to get a new shotgun for IPSC or Practical Shotgun. My Mossberg is not up to the task as it does not have chokes, is heavy, and only has a 6+1 shot capacity.

What's the go-to pump shotgun for IPSC-type shooting? Is it the Benelli Supernova? What barrel length is best - 26" or 28"?

Similarly, for semi-auto choices, it seems the Beretta 1301 Comp Pro is pretty much out-of-the-box ready, but do people prefer the 21" or 24" model? Are there any other choices I should consider, like the Benelli M2 SP in 26" or 28"?

I likely won't use it for clays, so it's solely for practical shotgun use, should I get a shorter one for easier maneuverability?

Thanks!

What makes people post their used guns for above new prices? I’m looking for a 10/22 brand new they’re about $419.99 in my area, but every post I’m seeing is like $500-$1000. Why would anyone pay more for a used gun? I’m not even talking about modified ones, or optics or anything. Just a standard wood stocked ruger 10/22 for like $800.

I have been trying to remove the stock for a good hour now. It doesn’t remove like a conventional stock does does anybody have any idea how to do it?

Ghost Pluz Land area

Was in the market for something compact, versatile, and easily reachable in the truck or the bedroom. Settled on this monster, as usual I am excited and the wife is filing the divorce papers.

A quick camping trip turned into an opportunity to try my new 10/22, and my wife wanted to try, turns out she's actually super into it! I'm very happy with how it all went, and she's not a bad shot at all

Hello everyone, I am wondering If it is legal to shoot my norinco red box ammo in crownland ( in a sand pit where firearms discharge is not prohibited). I was looking into it, and google's AI is telling me that that would be illegal because it poses a fire hazard ( because the steel core could create a spark) and that itself ( not creating the fire, but the possibility of creating a fire) it's illegal. He also mention that conservation officers carry a magnet to check your ammo??

The logic that the AI gave me reads as follows:

-Federal Classification: Norinco Red Box 7.62x39mm is 100% legal to own and possess under the Criminal Code of Canada. It is a rifle cartridge and is not classified as "prohibited armor-piercing ammunition".

-Provincial Restriction: While legal to own federally, discharging it on Crown land during wildfire season violates provincial fire prevention laws due to the physical properties of the ammunition (steel component) combined with the geology of the area (granite gravel).

-The Hazard: Firing steel-jacketed or steel-core projectiles into rocky terrain creates high-temperature mechanical sparks. Firing soft lead-and-copper bullets does not.

Idk if you have ever heard about this, or is the AI just being silly, I have tried to look it up and I guess you could look at it that way, but I would be greatful to know what you have to say.