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MP 15-22, a good buy?
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In a pinch though the 15-22 can stop an attacker. Right now I got my clip loaded with Federal Bulk Stinger's, I bet if I emptied 5-10 rounds into an attacker he/she wouldn't feel so hot.
For personal protection I really want to get an M1911 .45, I hear a lot of good things about Kimber. Or the S&W MP Pistol chambered in S&W .40.
Edit: Had a question about loading the gun. When I put a loaded magazine into the rifle do I need to pull the charging handle afterwards or is the gun ready to fire at this point?
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i got my Taurus at the end of November last year, been a great pistol, no problems at all. Also Taurus has a lifetme warranty. So thats great too. I started to get it in .40, but desided to get the 9mm, because it was cheaper to shoot, and heck its got a 17rd clip+1 in the chamber, if i cant kill a badguy with that many rounds, a .40 or .45 wouldnt do me anygood, lol.
Also, yeah, if you shoot a BG with the several .22's im sure they drop and be hurting pretty good.
Also, yeah, if you shoot a BG with the several .22's im sure they drop and be hurting pretty good.
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Yeah, thats very true, any of em will kill a BG, but the extra stopping power sure wouldnt hurt. Just preference i suppose.
Bad News Already!!
So I already got some bad news, and I didn't even fire the rifle yet. I actually learned at all public ranges in the state of Pennsylvania you can only fire 3 rounds at a time. Meaning I can have no more than 3 rounds in the magazine at once. Now this stupid rule has ruined any enjoyment I can have with this rifle. I never planned on spraying with the rifle but any fun I can have using this rifle will be ruined by constantly having to reload the clip.
So now what options do I have? Where can I fire this rifle without any stupid restrictions? I can't fire this rifle on my land because I live in a private community and they won't allow that. I guess private ranges work for me but how much do they cost and do I have to be a member? This really sucks now I am lost to what I can do.
I can understand that.
So I already got some bad news, and I didn't even fire the rifle yet. I actually learned at all public ranges in the state of Pennsylvania you can only fire 3 rounds at a time. Meaning I can have no more than 3 rounds in the magazine at once. Now this stupid rule has ruined any enjoyment I can have with this rifle. I never planned on spraying with the rifle but any fun I can have using this rifle will be ruined by constantly having to reload the clip.
So now what options do I have? Where can I fire this rifle without any stupid restrictions? I can't fire this rifle on my land because I live in a private community and they won't allow that. I guess private ranges work for me but how much do they cost and do I have to be a member? This really sucks now I am lost to what I can do.
I can understand that.
So I already got some bad news, and I didn't even fire the rifle yet. I actually learned at all public ranges in the state of Pennsylvania you can only fire 3 rounds at a time. Meaning I can have no more than 3 rounds in the magazine at once. Now this stupid rule has ruined any enjoyment I can have with this rifle. I never planned on spraying with the rifle but any fun I can have using this rifle will be ruined by constantly having to reload the clip.
So now what options do I have? Where can I fire this rifle without any stupid restrictions? I can't fire this rifle on my land because I live in a private community and they won't allow that. I guess private ranges work for me but how much do they cost and do I have to be a member? This really sucks now I am lost to what I can do.
I can understand that.
You sure you did not misunderstand the state rules? My state ranges only allow a two round burst, but doesn't limit rounds in magazines. (State already does that).
Two round burst is two shots fired as fast as you can pull the trigger. Otherwise it is one shot at a time, but the magazine is full of ammo. You are just not allowed to shoot as fast as you can.
PA has a lot of private gun clubs. You may have to join one to have more freedom in your shooting.
Edit: I just looked up your state range rules. You are correct you can only have three rounds in a rifle.
That totally blows.On the other hand, your state ranges are open a lot longer per day than ours, and also open seven days a week. Our ranges are only Wed thru Sunday. Guess which days have had the best weather recently. Answer, Mon & Tues.
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Well I didn't call I was at work, my father called on my behalf. However the person I know said something about this rule and my father looked into it. I am heading to the range on Friday and I will see what the sign says, hopefully it was just a misunderstanding. I wouldn't mind joining a private gun club but I am worried they will charge a ridiculous fee to be a member.
I got my info from Google. I just typed in PA state shooting ranges and got some info. Maybe check it out before Fri.
Wow I think I just bought a $500 paper weight:
Pennsylvania Game Commission - State Wildlife Management Agency: Public Shooting Ranges
Great, now what?
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Move to Texas!!!!!!
Yeah I should. When I got this rifle in my hands within 30 mins I had no idea this state would restrict me in this manor. Now I have to pay a monthly or yearly fee to use a private range or pay every time I go to the range for the "privilege" of using my rifle. What a load of ****.
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man i fell for ya, thats is pure BS, id hate to live in one of those commy states. Guess you could try selling it, if you cant find any other options.
I think I will try a private range. This range I was talking about is a state ran range, I can go to a private range and not have to put up with this BS. I found one range about 30 miles from me and thats the one I will try. Hopefully admission isn't expensive.
I don't want to sell this rifle just for some stupid law.
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Hey why not try and find a commercial shooting range. I have an indoor shooting range about 20 min drive from my house. They do not require you to be a member. Cost is $6.00 per half hour and cost of targets.
It has electric targets, meaning you attach your target to the line, hit the button until it's out as far as you want it, shoot, then bring the target back to you.
I have no state shooting ranges within 100 miles of where I live in Iowa. A local shooting club in my area only charges $40 a yr and $3.00 per range visit for rifle and pistol (non clay shooting)
Don't give up...you'll find a place.
Hey why not try and find a commercial shooting range. I have an indoor shooting range about 20 min drive from my house. They do not require you to be a member. Cost is $6.00 per half hour and cost of targets.
It has electric targets, meaning you attach your target to the line, hit the button until it's out as far as you want it, shoot, then bring the target back to you.
I have no state shooting ranges within 100 miles of where I live in Iowa. A local shooting club in my area only charges $40 a yr and $3.00 per range visit for rifle and pistol (non clay shooting)
Don't give up...you'll find a place.
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I live in Council Bluffs and go to Omaha to shoot. There is the National Law Enforcement and Security Institue in your area. They are listed as a public indoor range on the web? Number is 515.280.6574. Hope this helps?
I live in Council Bluffs and go to Omaha to shoot. There is the National Law Enforcement and Security Institue in your area. They are listed as a public indoor range on the web? Number is 515.280.6574. Hope this helps?
Yeah I should. When I got this rifle in my hands within 30 mins I had no idea this state would restrict me in this manor. Now I have to pay a monthly or yearly fee to use a private range or pay every time I go to the range for the "privilege" of using my rifle. What a load of ****.
Hey, how about just shipping your 15-22 to me. I'll take it to my range and give it a workout. I will even send you a range report. If you like, I can also post it here on the forum. Don't forget to include the ammo that you want tested.
Actually, a private range would not be a bad deal. You will meet some new shooting buddies there, and they will be able to give you tips on shooting.
Yeah I am trying to find a private range in my area but with no luck. I just don't know how to search for one. Tell me, if it says indoor range does that mean you cannot fire a rifle on such a range?
Hey, how about just shipping your 15-22 to me. I'll take it to my range and give it a workout. I will even send you a range report. If you like, I can also post it here on the forum. Don't forget to include the ammo that you want tested.
Actually, a private range would not be a bad deal. You will meet some new shooting buddies there, and they will be able to give you tips on shooting.
Come on man don't say that, I was so eager to fire this rifle and now with all this crap it's bringing me down. I agree that a private range is the way to go, but finding one and worrying about the fee's is keeping me up.
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