Built in progress, still need a charging handle kit, rip my wallet....

Ive been looking to acquire a range membership for a while now, unfortunately it looks like every range around me has a 1-3 year wait list. What ranges do you guys know of that are accepting new members? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Note: Im around the Belleville area.

Would like to hear your thoughts on the gun. I am seriously considering upgrading to a high end gun and Zoli is on top on my list. Please share your experiences and anything you feel that a buyer should know. If possible please include PROS and CONS. Thanks all in advance.

I have the TM22 Derya, Sks Chinese with an archangel pistol conversion and a 30rnd mag (limited to 5rnds), a TacOP Canuk, and a lever action.

I want to grow my collection, I like tactical, military style guns. Please suggest what guns would be good for me and any modifications that would make my guns look cool.

I want to add a 5.56 gun to my collection
Any cool Over and under shotguns for clay disk shooting.

I am a newbie please help!

Howdy Folks!

The Texan is back with yet ANOTHER gun appreciation post, where this time we got a gun that was once available in Canada before being prohibited.

It’s a pop culture icon for sure, and it’s easily the most recognizable thing in existence that anyone can feast their eyes on.

The one and only!

Magnum Research/IMI Desert Eagle

Enjoy!

https://www.westernstandard.news/canadian/new-canadian-firearms-exchange-launches-promises-to-be-marketplace-for-law-abiding-gun-owners/75538

CFE founder Jacob van der Merwe says the sites dedication to security and identity verification will provide a one-of-a-kind marketplace for Canadian firearm enthusiasts

A new marketplace purporting to be a haven for Canadian "law-abiding firearm owners" has launched and promises to be a market that will allow firearms enthusiasts to buy, sell, and trade firearms and firearm-related equipment.

In a statement provided to the Western Standard, Jacob van der Merwe, the founder of the Canadian Firearms Exchange (CFE), touted that the marketplace was "created for law-abiding firearm owners who are tired of being treated like the problem."

The statement continues, saying that the Exchange "gives responsible hunters, sport shooters, ranchers, collectors, and licensed owners a secure place to buy, sell, and trade firearms-related gear while reinforcing the rules lawful Canadians already follow every day."

On their website it explains that the CFE is not a retailer but a "private community of Canadians buying, selling, and trading the firearms, optics, ammunition, and hunting gear they actually use."

The website states that every member will be required to have their identity verified and be someone residing in Canada, and the site will be geolocked to only allow Canadian traffic.

"The platform includes identity verification, PAL/RPAL compliance reminders, listing review, secure account protections, and in-platform messaging — not because licensed owners are the problem, but because responsible Canadians continue to prove they hold themselves to a higher standard," the statement from CFE reads.

The launch comes as Canadians are finding it more and more difficult to find ways to buy, sell, and trade firearms while obeying the ever-changing laws.

In an interview with WS, van der Merwe stressed the importance that the CFE could have in the Canadian firearms community and noted the importance that the geo-block feature on the website will have to prevent scams and foreign actors.

"To ensure that everyone (buying and selling on the exchange) is Canadian, we use technology to geo-block the site, so if you're outside of Canada, you'll be able to see the page, but you won't be able to open an account."

Van der Merwe noted that the exchange also makes new members send an e-transfer of $0.01 to the CFE to verify that they have a Canadian bank account, and the bank account name matches the name provided on the account.

'We use the Interac e-transfer platform to verify that people have given us their actual name and that they have an active Canadian bank account. The Interac system only exists for Canadians who bank in Canada."

"So even if you've used a VPN and spoofed your way into the site, you won't get past the verification layer." van der Merwe said when asked about the security of the site.

He also added that the CFE does not take any commission or make any profit on transactions between members, van der Merwe added that if the site gets big enough, he may sell ad space on the site but said he won't "nickel and dime" members.

Van der Merwe stated that while he is aware that his site is not the first of its kind in Canada, he stresses his 30 years of experience in IT have allowed him to build a far more user-friendly interface as well as a far more secure site in terms of user safety when buying and selling.

When asked if he could sum up what the CFE will bring to Canadian firearms enthusiasts, van der Merwe said, "trust, compliance, security, and ease of use."

"I want to make it possible so when you join the site you are confident that you are dealing with verified people on the other side."

It is estimated that there are currently over 12.7 million civilian firearms in Canada, two million of which are registered and over 10 million that aren't.

Canada has a long and storied firearm history and culture, with Canada ranking as the country with the seventh highest firearm-per-capita rate in the world.

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Author's note:

The following is an example of how to handle the current handgun freeze. The opinions expressed in this post are the opinions of an amateur. The information within this post is not backed by a professional and does not claim to be correct; nor is it, in any way, prescriptive of what the reader shall or shall not do.

Read at your own risk and always consult a gunsmith.

This post is very long.

[N# MEANS: NOTE. NOTES ARE AT THE END]

[P# MEANS PICTURE. AS SEEN IN THE PICTURE ORDER]

●What to buy and an introduction.

Hey buddy, are you feeling a little depressed about the handgun freeze?

Yeah, me too.

But wouldn't it be great to have a hundgun anyway? One that doesn't require an authorization to transport, an exemption or even an RPAL/PAL [N1]?

May I introduce you to antique status firearms.

Any handgun made prior to 1898 is an antique [N2].

The handgun freeze does not apply to them.

So are you doomed to use flintlock or cap and ball revolvers? No.

You can use cartridge revolvers that use reloading supplies commonly found today.

Want a semiautomatic pistol? Buy the Mauser c96 (pre 1898) for the low, low price of about 25,000 dollars (estimate). Once you've finished crying, we can go back to those revolvers.

Gunpost is a great source for revolvers and also a terrible place full of decrepit, overpriced paperweights that would convert your hand into lasagna if you were ever crazy enough to fire it.

So, what to look for?

Those 44 Russians sure do look promising.

Oh my, looks like 44 Russian ammunition is a little more scarce than the sellers would have you believe.

Let's move on to my personal favourite, made by the worst people on earth.

That's right dear reader, THE FRENCH.

The service revolver model 1873 Chamelot-Delvigne, also known as the MAS mle 1873 was produced from 1873 to 1887.

Rather conveniently for us, this beautiful black powder revolver can be easily converted from 11mm French to 45ACP smokeless.

The process is extremely easy, so easy that the French resistance converted these to 45ACP in their bicycle shops during WW2.

But we'll be using a gunsmith, or just buy one pre cut like I did.

Now you've got a revolver chambered in 45ACP.

All set?

Hahahahahha.

No.

You see, the MAS mle 1873 was designed for 11mm French, which is about 11,000 PSI.

45ACP is around 23,000 PSI on the low end. Meaning that shooting 45ACP out of these is a solid gamble of getting some more of that hand lasagna from earlier.

It was a risk the French resistance took in WW2.

We're not doing that.

Never buy one of these revolvers if it has ever fired a factory 45ACP round. It is completely unsafe.

●How to reload on a budget and what supplies I used.

You will need the following [P2]:

Lee's classic loader 45ACP [N3]

.454 speer soft lead balls [N4]

Some type of case lube (seriously, use whatever)

Large pistol primers [N5]

A smokeless powder compatible with the .5cc scoop [N6]

45ACP brass [N7]

A rubber mallet

Safety glasses and hearing protection[N8]

Boxcutter knife

1.

Ensure your brass fits in every cylinder of your revolver [P3,4].

2.

If there is a spent primer in your brass, remove it now [P5,6].

3.

Lube brass and place into resizing die until flush [P7,8].

4.

Prime the brass [P9,10].

5.

Use a boxcutter/utility knife to chamfer the inner edge of the brass [P11].

6.

Use a compatible smokeless powder [N6] with the .5cc scoop provided [P12,13].

7.

Drop a .454 ball down into the sizing die and seat with the tool provided in the Lee kit [P14,15].

8.

Flip the sizing die over to create a small crimp[P16][N9].

9.

You are finished, you are ready to bypass the handgun freeze [P17].

●Notes explained.

N1:

You do not need an RPAL or PAL to purchase an antique, however, you will need one to buy gunpowder or primers.

N2:

Certain calibers are not allowed to be antiques.

See:

Regulations Prescribing Antique Firearms (SOR/98-464) on the government of Canada website.

N3:

The Lee classic loader is very time consuming compared to an expensive press. But the classic loader is about 65 bucks. A press can be up to and over 650 bucks.

N4:

I recommend soft lead balls because these firearms were not designed for copper. Copper will ruin these guns. I chose a ball because this round only travels around 600-700 fps. Ball = less friction due to less contact. Also minimizes the initial pressure spike.

We use .454, (meant for .455 webley) it's slightly larger than the .452 ACP bullet. This ensures engagement with the rifling.

N5:

Any large pistol primer works.

I do not recommend federal as they are pretty sensitive. These revolvers do not strike lightly. A primer going off during insertion into the brass won't kill you but you'll shit your pants.

N6:

I'm using Vihtavuori N320.

Other compatible smokeless powders will be seen in the comment labeled [C1] below.

N7:

Did you know Starline sells rimmed 45ACP? I didn't. Don't buy rimmed 45ACP. If you do, you'll have to carefully mill it down on your table saw by slowly rotating it against the fence. Not fun.

N8:

A primer going off during priming of the brass can happen. It won't kill you but you could go blind if hit in the eye. The hearing protection is also for the repeating mallet blows.

N9:

In most cases, you don't crimp 45ACP. We're doing a very tiny one because this is a revolver and the ball makes minimal contact with the brass. This crimp is very, very slight.

●Rough idea of the specs using the methods above.

Estimated PSI: 8-9,500 (well below the 11k max).

Estimated FPS: 600-700 (still lethal due to bullet weight, remain cautious).

Estimated max range: 85 feet (common for a revolver of this era).

●Closing remarks.

Look, I get it.

We all wish the freeze would end.

But it's time to look at things pragmaticly.

There's so much groaning over what's been lost, justifiably so.

However, there's still some joy to be found.

Try to find that joy and hold onto it.

Also you don't have to register antique handguns nor is your PAL run when you buy one so the feds can go fuck themselves.

Get out and shoot.

Don't break the law or they'll close this loophole and I will be very disappointed in you.

Carry the antique status paperwork on you and a copy of the law.

Not all cops are experts.

These guns are old, they're never being made a second time.

Treat them with respect.

Treat them in a way which will guarantee their use by future generations.

Thanks for your time.

Hey trying to get help in pricing to sell my Beretta 1301 comp pro 24. It's only been used twice. Few small scratches etc. I never use it and i wanna sell it. Being that they are no longer for sale I am looking for input in pricing. Before the unavailablilty they were selling for 2295.

Would 2000 be a fair price point for a used hard to get beretta. The gun is amazing I just never shoot anymore. if this question isn't allowed I'll take it down. I don't see any for sale in the used sites so hard to know where to place it. Local gun store offered me 1300 for it which is blasphemous lol.

Thanks in advance.

I have to stop wandering down the paint aisle.

Overall it’s a decent rifle. Lots of muzzle blast and decent accurate. Heavy overall but you’re rarely shooting it freestanding anyways.

After learning the true power of a 308win and witnessing the horror it brings when paired with a very lightweight tikka t3x, my wallet has cried out loud and brought this home to train and get acquainted with.

I have done quite some research, and as i wanted a 22lr i picked up the ruger 10/22 scope and rifle combo from basspro for only 460 plus tax.(Get it while the sale is on!! You also get a hard case).

With the ad break now over, ill continue.

I was planning on getting the derya tm22 flash/ derya tm22 feather (m16 look is crazy)/adler arms rf 224, all because i wanted an AR style plinker and maybe the occasional hare/ rabbits/ squirrels/grouse. Broke my heart to see that none are that good for hunts. So i wanted to settle for a cz457. But Alas thats a bolt action! So i went in and got the semi auto ruger 10/22 and realized that can be my hkg36c if i need it to be xD.

Now collecting info from you guys on what aftermarkets to install and what to get replaced on her.

I dont want a competition shooter neither do i have the capability to dump 1k+ on her.

Tldr: got a ruger 10/22 and need suggestions on aftermarkets and swaps

Found a Ruger Gunsite scout in .308 and am interested in throwing a holographic optic with a magnifier. I understand that the eye relief isn’t long enough for the traditional scout mount location. I’m not too interested in using stripper clips so I am okay with extending the mounting rail over the action. Just wondering if it has been done before or is worth doing? I know scout rifles can be a bit of a contentious issue but with the direction gun legislation is going I figure a bolt action short to midrange hunting rifle would be good. And I think holographic are cool but I don’t have much experience with them. Is it worth it or tacky?

Just got the SKS with the folding hush stock , but got the trench gun a while back and forgot to post about it

I got the trench gun for about 400

And the SKS came with a bunch of ammo and stuff for 1100

I’m now in debt

Orders were supposed to be in yesterday. I haven’t seen any posts about it on here, so I’m guessing that they haven’t come in yet.

I picked up 2 of these Mauser .22 (JW25) clones when they were selling them for $300 each tax in with 1000 round Aguila 22 ammo.

The rifles are both beautiful and shoot shockingly well.... I got 2 for my 2 kids and wish I had more kids to have bought more for lol.

Anyone in Edmonton have any long, narrow cardboard boxes they’d be willing to give away or sell?

I’m moving out of the city and planning to ship a few long guns to myself. I checked Home Depot, Walmart, and Canadian Tire, but none of the boxes I found were long enough.

Looking for something roughly rifle/ shotgun length. Used boxes are totally fine as long as they’re still sturdy. Thanks!

Hello, if a handgun is stored in this, does the handgun require a trigger lock? Also, is it mandatory for this safe to be anchored? Thanks. https://www.amazon.ca/AmazonBasics-Portable-Security-Case-Combination/dp/B077K1YH8Z/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8&th=1

Not really too informed aside that the law was implemented back in 2022 when I couldn’t even get my license. (Parents wouldn’t let me lol) But all I know is that I’ve loved handguns since I was younger and always wanted to own one but year by year losing hope to have one added to my collection.

Finally made my folding buffer tubes aaaaand the Homesteader adapter is out of stock, just in time

Clean your pieces?

Finger juggle your boooollets?

Plan your next purchase?

Read and study?

Shoot?

Kind of in a lull right now and need some ideas!

M

Last .22 I bought for $500 was a Turkish lemon so I’m wondering if anyone knows how these little plinkers are? Never heard of the company and the price seems awfully low (Sub $400)