r/canadaguns Aug 10 '26

Misc What is the most you have, or would spend on a firearm purchase?

59 Upvotes

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.


r/canadaguns Aug 10 '26

Misc Anyone heard about their Makasi pre order yet?

23 Upvotes

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?


r/canadaguns Aug 10 '26

Gun and gear reviews Adler Ad500A 223

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67 Upvotes

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!


r/canadaguns Aug 10 '26

News / Politics / Activism Target shooting by the roadside in Ghost PLUZ Alberta?

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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?


r/canadaguns Aug 10 '26

Feets / Collection / My build Finally knocked the Sig Cross 6.5 off my list. Love it!

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126 Upvotes

r/canadaguns Aug 10 '26

Buy recommendations Ultrasonic cleaner.

5 Upvotes

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.


r/canadaguns Aug 09 '26

Buy recommendations Scope for a Ruger 10/22 Competition with MIL adjust $300-$600?

7 Upvotes

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


r/canadaguns Aug 09 '26

Fix my gun Girsan MC312 double feed?

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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.


r/canadaguns Aug 09 '26

Application / Regulation advice Gun registration Quebec?

12 Upvotes

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!


r/canadaguns Aug 09 '26

Feets / Collection / My build Henry Homesteader Ft. Neumann Metalworks Furniture

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77 Upvotes

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!


r/canadaguns Aug 09 '26

Feets / Collection / My build New gun day #5

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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


r/canadaguns Aug 09 '26

Buy recommendations Morisson Lever Action Rifle Mare’s Leg

6 Upvotes

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


r/canadaguns Aug 09 '26

Buy recommendations Marlin 1894 SBL Optic

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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.


r/canadaguns Aug 09 '26

Application / Regulation advice Sending firearms via Canada Post

20 Upvotes

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


r/canadaguns Aug 09 '26

Shitpost / Memes Public Safety in Canada be like

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997 Upvotes

r/canadaguns Aug 09 '26

Feets / Collection / My build Joined the 1301 club

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195 Upvotes

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


r/canadaguns Aug 09 '26

Gun and gear reviews Canada Safety Source, cancelled order

8 Upvotes

About 4 months ago I ordered the Samson b-tm stock from them. I bought a 10/22 at the same time specifically for this build. I knew the wait time would be long, thats fine. The end result would be worth it. But today (4 months later) they emailed me to tell me I would never get my stock and they cancelled my order because Samson will now only do business through Ruger. Anyway, I'm sad, disappointed, angry. And if you did get your Samson stock, I'm jealous.


r/canadaguns Aug 08 '26

Feets / Collection / My build Couple years of PAL

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71 Upvotes

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


r/canadaguns Aug 08 '26

Feets / Collection / My build Today's pistol lineup

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43 Upvotes

r/canadaguns Aug 08 '26

Feets / Collection / My build I’ve never felt more Canadian

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230 Upvotes

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.


r/canadaguns Aug 08 '26

Buy recommendations Recommendation on a horizontally mounting gun safe

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I have a half cooked idea and could use some advice. I want a wall safe with a tambour door, and ideally with a pin/slat wall backing so my guns (all NR) can mount horizontally instead of vertically. Something like this: https://craftmetalfurniture.com/products/tambour-door-cabinet-78h-x-39w-x-18d-grey

But not as deep as the above link. Has anyone seen anything like this?


r/canadaguns Aug 08 '26

Gun and gear reviews Makasi vs Carmel

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r/canadaguns Aug 08 '26

Misc Aside from the obvious black rifles, what else is on everyone’s radar this year?

39 Upvotes

Any new releases expected this fall? Any box that you’re still looking to check that isn’t one of the new black rifles hitting the market?

What’s on your radar for the rest of 2026?

I’m still on the hunt Long Branch No.4 and possibly a new 6mm or hot 22 centre-fire.


r/canadaguns Aug 08 '26

Buy recommendations Bass Pro/Cabelas Deerfoot City Calgary

32 Upvotes

Hi all, new member here. I was super excited and pumped to purchase my first ever lever action rifle and ended up going to the location as mentioned in the title. They didn't have any Henry models in stock so I automatically switched to Smith and Wesson. I settled on the S&W Model 1854 .44 Magnum. I was being shown the floor model which had clear signs of wear and tear of being handled, for example, there was a VERY clear scratch on the brushed metal finish of the barrel and multiple scratches on the loading gate as if had been used before. Albeit, they assured me that I would be getting a brand new one. Mind you this specific model isn't cheap, costed me ~ $1800. The rep helping me started with the paperwork and asked for my PAL and all that good stuff and got me into small talk about our professions. Another gentleman brings a brand new box of the Model 1854 from the back, unboxes it and then claims that he is having a hard time reading the serial number on the rifle, so he took it to the back again. He comes back out, very hastily shows the rep helping me the serial number, puts the rifle in the box, tapes it up, I pay, they walk me out and have a good day they said. I get home, open the box, and guess what? They had sold me the floor model. I called them back immediately and the person I spoke to (I'm thinking it was the guy who was handling the rifle packaging and was back and forth between the back and the counter) literally tells me that all firearms final sale, and "you can whine and cry to management about it, they're not gonna do anything." In fact I was NOT whining or crying over the phone, I was being very respectful and inquiring how this could be reverted.

Before anyone says it, I am fully aware that the scratches on the loading gate were bound to happen on my first use of the rifle. The body of the rifle is bound to get wear and tear over time. This is about deception from a big name store.

Its been over a month and I'm kinda over it now, but I thought I would prepare others to be more mindful of their interactions with this supposedly big name store with a big reputation.


r/canadaguns Aug 08 '26

Misc Why is the Derya TM22 so famous?

13 Upvotes

I recently purchased a TM22 Pro, and was wondering what makes it so popular? I’ve seen it in the subreddit multiple times, what’s your favourite part about the firearm?