Thinking of grabbing this … it would be my first sks

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.

Came across a post on gunpost selling these 100 round magazines and conversion kit for the Ruger 10/22 to accept them. They claim it's legal because the mags are not compatible with any pistol but this seems excessive and I haven't been able to find anything confirming what the ad claims. I know there are some high capacity magazines available for non-semiautomatic firearms available but to my understanding they rely on compatibility with semiautomatic guns only to be legal. Any gun legal scholars have some insight into this? If legal I kinda want one but this seems way too good to be true.

Just got my PAL and was looking for a decent 10/22 rifle to start my own firearms collection !! I gladly take any suggestions.

Just got my pal and ive always intended to get an sks, but after 9 months of waiting the prices have gone up quite a bit since originally intending to buy one

in your opinion is the current price range of 700-1000ish$ worth it for an sks? i always see one of the main selling points as being cheap, but if a more modern rifles only a few hundred more at this price point is it really worth buying an sks still?

So I'm shopping for a leaver action in looking at a Smith and Weston 1854. But while I lean towards 357. Fomo is making me ask should I consider 44 mag more? I'm just curious what are you thoughts? 44 or 357 for leaver?

Edit/Update:

I ended up going for the S&W 1854 Sheath hunter in 357 thanks every one

Both of these guns are inexpensive and take 10/22 magazines. The Adler has a nice short barrel and has been around for longer while the Kral is cheaper but is very new. The Adler can also take milspec stocks too. I know both are polymer and Turkish, QC can be hit or miss. Both are cool guns in their own way.

What’s the community’s opinions?

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.

It's a Winchester model 94 from '79. With a complete action (minus finger lever pin stop screw) but missing (obviously) stock, barrel, magazine, and associated components. I've found some stocks already (the "tactical" ones I eventually want are a bit too pricey for now but I've also found some wood). Basically all the other components I've only been able to find in the states and even then basically all the barrels I find are for AE models.

Anyone able to help a guy out with some sources?

I'm in my 50's and have finally decided I want to get my PAL and buy a 22 primarily for target shooting, at the range and in the bush near my place on Vancouver Island.

I'm not broke, so I can afford to spend a bit. I have read a ton of thread and reviews, but I'm just getting confused, as there is a lot of conflicting opinions.

I imagine most of my shooting will be done within 100 yards, but it would be nice to be able to reach out further too.

I'm leaning towards a CZ457 Varmint for the firearm, so can someone suggest a scope? Vortex Crossfire 2? A Leopold? Burris?

And if anyone can suggest a dealer apart from Cabelas in Nanaimo, that would also be appreciated.

Since we’re now seeing a handful of revolver actioned 410 shotguns, some of which can chamber for 45 LC.

Do you think we will start to get the same configuration in 357, 44…45/70? Modern furniture on a revolver actioned rifle.

6-8 shot capacity, additional loaded “cylinders” ready for a quick swap.

I’ve been considering getting one of these from Firearms Outlet Canada for a while. The more I read into the SKS, I keep hearing that they will need a complete disassembly and cleaning to remove all the cosmoline.

Now my question is; is cosmoline only on the SKS when it’s fresh out of the crate? Or will these Frankenstein surplus rifles with mismatching serial numbers be free of cosmoline?

Thanks all

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.

Hey guys. Slowly building up the collection here and looking for some opinions.

Just to recap, I have a .303 British and a .410 that I inherited from my grandfather. Both work like a charm. No scope on the .303, but I absolutely love shooting the thing. The bolt action is ridiculously satisfying and it’s surprisingly accurate for an old rifle with irons.
I just picked up a Ruger 10/22 for some scoped shooting and partridge hunting in the winter, alongside the .410.

Technically, I could also hunt moose with the .303 since my grandfather used it for moose and black bear back in the day.
Now I’m looking for something a little more tacticool that I can also justify as a hunting rifle — preferably something I could use for moose if we ever actually manage to draw a tag in our WMU…
So I’m looking at the MRA Maverick .308 with the 20” barrel…
Would you guys actually consider the Maverick a legitimate hunting rifle that also happens to scratch the tacticool itch, or am I just finding an excuse to justify a $2K gun? 😂
For anyone who maybe hunts with one, what does your setup look like? Scope, stock, barrel, etc.
Trying to figure out if this is a “good practical option” or a “Screw it, I just want one”🫣

https://youtu.be/-HPUfg3Z3I4?si=QATiKxIGi62f9ZX7

TNA is dropping a modular faux suppressor that can be flip between covering the barrel inverted style or front of barrel mode. It has rings to simulate baffle stack holders that allow you to have it as short or as long as you want. It should be useful if you want to disguise part of the length of the NR Makasi or Carmel barrel.

I'm sure this is a tale as old as time, but I recently got my non-restricted and I've noticed 2 things;

1) Buying guns seem simple yet Googling local stores shows mostly the same stock and not a lot of "charm"

2) Prices are insane

I'm in Toronto; what are the best methods people use to buy from the community? Are there legendary go-to forums for private sales? Or are there hidden gem shops? Or gun shows where I can find cool stuff and meet enthusiastic people?

And, what are this groups opinions on the best first firearms for a newbie? I'm a big fan of brake-barrel shotguns, bolt-action, anything vintage and a good semi-auto.

Thanks everyone!

I’m currently using a Benelli Nova 3 for casual clay shooting and it’s been a blast so far. Now that I’ve been doing it for a bit I’m looking at upgrading to something a little faster, as trying to hit multiple clays in the air isn’t the easiest with a pump action. Anyone have any recommendations for a good semi auto that’s under $2000? Around $1500 would be ideal. I have no intentions of hunting with it, only busting clays.

Hi all I’ve been looking at buying my first firearm and think I want to pickup a 12g semi auto shotgun. But I can’t decided I’ve seen so many options but I really don’t want to spend more than $1500 CAD on it.

I have friends telling me you can’t buy anything decent semi autos for less then $2500 but then I have other buddies telling me not to spend that much and you can get a good semi for $600!!?

Idk what to believe anymore but I feel like just under $1500 is the sweet spot I’m happy to spend that and I’ve seen a bunch of options for under that price point.

Right now what’s really caught my eye is the Beretta Shotgun A300 Ultimate 12 Gauge, 28" Barrel, 3" Chamber. But even tho it’s a good name and has a long reputation I’ve seen so many reviews complaining of having to send it back for warranty work then it becomes a good gun…

If I wanted to save a little money I also was considering the Stoeger M3000 as my buddy said for the price it’s one of the better semis you can buy. Obviously both of these options are very different.

Would love to know everyone’s opinion on these or if you see any other options fitting. I’m mainly looking for a do it all shotgun. I want to try turkey hunting some waterfowl and skeet.

Went to go buy beef jerky, next door there’s a firearm store so I figured what the heck. Saw this Ruger SR-22 with 4 mags for 595 moose dollars on the used rack. Being a Ruger fan boy and having exactly 595 to spend on jerky, I bought it instead.

Figured Ruger could do me no harm. Heck I’d suck on old Bill Rugers toes if I could. But I opened up the Google and found quite a bit of bad reviews. Was the SR-22 really that bad? The weight I don’t mind.

(Mags are pinned)

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

Good people,

I was hoping the internet could point me in the right direction.
I’m new to the hobby, I’d like something I can modify, maybe do some simple comps with.
Something that even if it’s flawed it’s something I can figure out myself to learn some more about the gun or just send it in for a claim and won’t be screwed.

I live in Vancouver so shops that might help me out in person would be amazing as well

Ngl Ik PCC are banned now but something 9mm would also be highly appreciated other then 22

Does anyone think the Maksai is going to be banned? I’m having a hard time swallowing a massive amount for it, when I could look at a sksd for around the same.
Any thoughts? I’ve had a restarted license before the huge ban, but I’m scared to buy anything remotely “tactical” lmao.

I have many 22lrs now. Trying to decide if I should get a short barrelled shotgun (less than 16 inch) or a 223/5.56 centre fire (308 is a consideration as well but ammo is pricey) and of course 16 inch or less. I have a thing for short barrels.

Use would be almost exclusively at the range. I don’t hunt but the thought of having it in the wilderness is intriguing.

Help me decide please. Would be a first for a shotgun. I’ve had centre fire rifle before but gave it to family and can’t get it back.

For my first high powered rifle, I’m currently between a Tikka T3X Ace Game and a Bergara B-14 Wilderness Carbon both in .308

I’m a left handed shot and plan on using it for BC hunting and range shooting, also plan on keeping this rifle for a long time.

Went to a local BC gun shop today looking at some rifles in person and to hopefully get my hands on. Bergara but they didn’t have one in stock so one of the workers suggested the left handed Tikka which was the first lefty I’ve actually held and it was nice but I did kinda like the classic Remington 700 look the B-14 has.

Opinions on either of these would be greatly appreciated

I wanna build out a Mossberg based shorty but there is no one I know who could do this. Also I don’t wanna pay 2-3k to get Dlask or similar shotguns based on Rem870. The Jack is based on Mav88 which is gonna be cheap to buy.