To buy or not to buy?

How is tbis worth 7000$ more than a Marlin Dark?

This is getting way outta control

$1200 for a French tickler seems pretty egregious. Are SKSs still worth it at this value or are there alternatives at better value points?

Hi all!

I have recently got my PAL and wanna go hunting this fall.

I dont wanna hunt moose for a couple years. The only reason for getting a gun rn is to hunt whitetail deer.

I know people would say buy a tikka t3x lite and all.

But i dont wanna buy it right now. Wanted a rifle chambered in 270 Winchester/ 6.5 CM for the forgiving trajectory and recoil as im super new to shooting. But in a couple years id go buy a tikka t3x chambered in 308 winchester.

I have narrowed down my search and these are the rifles i would pick one from:

1. Winchester xpr bolt action (270 win)

2. Weatherby vanguard (270 win)

3. Mossberg patriot predator(6.5 CM)

4. Ruger gen 1 bolt action(270 win)

5. Savage axis xp2 (6.5 CM)

Please help me choose and if need be advise on other models.

Edit: I thank all of you who have given me excellent advice. I really didnt know the gun community in Canada is soooooo friendly. You guys are all amazing !

Looking at getting a 223 for target shooting at local range, I was looking at some of the savage models like the Axis II or Apex Storm, but I see a lot of mixed opinions on them. Would it be fine for target practice for a beginner? And before you say it, yes I have a 22, I was just looking at someone with slightly more kick and range.

Edit: im seeing alot of tikka T3x replies and all im wondering is: A, is it worth the extra 400 above the axis 2 and B, do i need a $1500 range .223

So it looks like there’s a few new 9mm options coming to Canada. The Schmiesser psr-9 pump action and sterling rc-9 in semi auto and the sterling rl-9 lever action. I’m pretty excited. unsure if I’ll go with the psr-9 or the rc-9 what are your thoughts? It’s also pretty cool what sterling says they are gonna do for all the guys who have the now prohib r9!

Hey guys, I've got me a nice hunting rifle and a good shotgun, a Tikka t3x, and a mossberg 590, looking to get into semi autos and just looking for recommendations from anybody who's shot the specific models and what they would recommend? I fired the SKS and the Citadel, was wondering about the akdas and Henry homesteader, any advice would be nice

I spoke with a retailer today after North Sylva posted online that the Makasi rifles they would be importing would have 15” handguards.

Sounds like the rifles being distributed by Gravel will have 12” handguards, and that the longer handguard are exclusive to the ones being brought in by North Sylva.

Its great that they’re making the rifle better for the Canadian market (no giant barrel with short handguard) but also unfortunate that some people that placed pre-orders with retailers through Gravel will end up getting what they might consider a worse product.

I'm set to get my pal when the hunting seasons starts but I'm looking for guns now because I love the blue balls. Any suggestions on semi auto .308? I've been looking at the MRA Maverick but that's still a straight pull. Any advice is greatly appreciated

I’m thinking I can add one to my KSG12 and one to my Adler RF224.

I know there are better Vortex red dots, but I saw a couple of YouTube reviews, and with it being on sale, it looks like a good deal. Am I wrong?

Buying on gunpost, how do you guys get more peace of mind? Looking at buying a rifle and the guy is not close so I’m gonna have to get it shipped. His reviews are all good, has a bunch. Just wondering if anyone has anymore tips?

backcountry pack gun what’s a better option, I know there not the best choices but out of the two what do you guys recon will be a better choice for wilderness protection.

As the title states, has anyone actually had any good experiences with Firearms Outlet Canada? Getting back into the sport after several years of hiatus. I’ve been to their old store and had a pretty piss poor interaction with them. They act like everything you ask is a chore and it’s a privilege to be buying from them.

Thought I would try them again since they’re 5 min from my folks place. Called to ask to price match a $30 difference on a rifle and was told they only price match Ontario stores. Then I asked if I pick it up can I get a few bucks off from shipping savings since they offer free shipping over $500 (yes my order was over $500) and was also told no.

Naturally I ordered my rifle from another reputable shop online.

From what I understand, cutting a cannon on a rifle is illegal under 18 inches. But you can buy a rifle with a cannon under 18 inches if it’s made that way. Cutting a stock is also illegal if the total length falls under 26 inches. I plan to buy a heritage roughrider with a 16 inch cannon and 32inch overall length, so here’s my questions:

1- Can I trim the stock on the red line as long as I respect the 26 inches rule?

2- Is there an official way to measure a rifle from a precise point to another? Or is the rifle considered legal if you lay it down on a tape and it touches the 0 and 26 no matter the part or the angle of the gun?

3- Can I make a custom holster and shoot that bad boy with one hand like a regular revolver?

4- At what point does a rifle become a pistol to the eye of the law?

I just put a down payment on a Henry supreme 5.56 at my local gun store. I was under the impression that these magazines have to be pinned to 5 but my gun store employee said it's a 10 round limit which makes no sense to me. Is there some sort of loophole that he knows about and I don't? Or was he bullshitting / mistaken? Pic for attention.

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Regardless, what is the best magazine option for these things in Canada? All I'm going to be using it for is target shooting for now.

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Thanks In advance!

Curious to know how the TR-410 has performed for those of you that own it? I've heard some say that too much gas gets blown into their face after each shot, others say its not too bad. I might cop one but not too sure.

I’m planning to get 30-06 bar or 308 rifle. I’m stuck in between, i’m a frugal guy with sports shooting passion in indoor rage

What is/are your trusted websites to purchase guns and accessories ?

Got my pal a few months ago and I’ve been scared to buy my first gun, then finally at a Canadian tire, a very nice dude spent some time and went over a bunch of them with me.

I want to get a Mossberg 590A1 Compact, out of all of them it felt natural and very nicely balanced.

I am planning a trip to the range (never owned a gun, shot one or been close to them other than gaming ).

Anyone have any inputs about it ? I am going to be 3-4 times a year at the range and then going hunting. I am not crazy into guns, but wanted something decent and based on the seller this is the best bang for my buck.

Thank you!

I’m have a budget about 1-2k and looking for a antique handgun with cheap ammo to use indoor range. I’m open for recommendations

Looking for a pistol‑grip chassis for my T3x CTR .223. I shoot only from a bench at max 600m and want to keep using CTR mags. Also any other accessory recommendations?

Any recommendations for a first gun I have a budget of 1000 dollars and most likely wanting to get a rimfire I been looking at the rock armory tm22.

Hi, hope youre all doing great.

My last post here was asking on advice on whether to buy my buddy's sks or not. Apparently the sale didnt go through and he got an outrageous offer for it and sold it off.

Ever since that, i have been looking to get my hands on an sks.

Dont care if it gets banned anymore. A classic canadian staple and ill be buying it regardless only if i can get my hands on one.

Have been out of luck in New brunswick trying to get one for sub 1200$ . Was looking at firearms outlet and saw multiple still in stock.

Need recommendations/ reviews of the ones you guys and gals already own and the ones to STAY AWAY FROM BUYING.

Even if do get one, itll be very hard to check it in person as ill be trying to get her shipped all around canada. So please guide me on where to buy(already know gunpost and townpost) and which model to buy.

Thanks a ton in advance.

P.S: was willing to get the ATI stock one in the picture as a last resort.

Which semi-auto shotgun?

I’m debating between a few options. The main goal is to have a “do-it-all” shotgun for:

• Casual clay sports (trap and skeet)
• Hunting
• General range use

Beretta A300 Ultima 28”

This one goes for about $1,400.

Mossberg 940 Pro Field 28”

I can get this one for $899, or the Cerakote version for $1,149.

Mossberg 940 JM Pro 24”

This one goes for about $1,320.

I like the JM Pro because of the 24” barrel. It doesn’t seem too long or too short, and it feels like a good middle ground. I can’t seem to find the A300 with a 24” barrel, at least on Almost Prohibited.

I know there’s no true “one-size-fits-all” shotgun, but I’m trying to stay under $1,500 and get something that comes as close as possible to covering all three uses.

What would you pick, and why? Any other models I should be looking at in this price range?