[bosstones]

Originally Posted by CollinsE90

What are some good bags to carry to the range?

Good= cheap and reliable.

How much gear do you usually bring with you to the range?

I initially got LA Police Gear's bailout bag. It's still on sale for $20 + s/h. If you're bringing a single full size handgun, ammo, mags, speed reloaders, and some cleaning tools you'll have plenty of room. You can even fit a second handgun w/ a velcro holster in the large, external pocket. It comes w/ a removable divider in the main compartment.

http://www.lapolicegear.com/tabaoutbag.html

I also picked up MidwayUSA's Compact Competition Range Bag (on sale for $30). Even though it's the "compact" version, it's frickin' huge. I can fit my CZ (4.75"), XDM45 (4.5"), and Buckmark (5.5") + ammo for all + small targets + cleaning equipment + 6-mag holder (I don't use the one built into the bag) + eye & ear protection + speed reloaders and still have room left over. Note that I carry each handgun in its own each pistol case thereby taking up extra room. I wish this had a couple of small side pouches like LAPG's bailout bag and an internal divider, but this thing is still a beast. I can always pick up a cheap camera bag insert to use in the main pocket use the diveders from it to help customize the storage space.

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/939...tion-range-bag

You may also find something from Maxpedition (www.maxpedition.com). Mike mentioned them earlier and I second them. I have several of their packs (verispacks, gearslinger, and backpacks) and they take major abuse. Plus, the molle webbing most of them have make it easy to add on additional pouches and such to customize your bag. They're more expensive then the other options I mentioned and I don't use mine for the range. That's only because I wanted a dedicated range bag, though.

[slo_guy]

Originally Posted by MP0WER

I'm impressed. So far so good. Called them at 5:26pm and had the email below at 5:32pm. Note that they say i should have it back within 2 weeks of them receiving it. Nice!

Good luck. I had to ship a chipped guide rod back to them back in 94 and it took a while to get a new one shipped out

[solefald]

Originally Posted by bosstones

I initially got LA Police Gear's bailout bag. It's still on sale for $20 + s/h. If you're bringing a single full size handgun, ammo, mags, speed reloaders, and some cleaning tools you'll have plenty of room. You can even fit a second handgun w/ a velcro holster in the large, external pocket. It comes w/ a removable divider in the main compartment.

http://www.lapolicegear.com/tabaoutbag.html

Man, this is one bad-ass bag for $20. How is the quality? I've been looking at 5.11 stuff, but I can't bring myself to buy a $100 range bag... Since I now compare every dollar figure to amount of ammo - it's like 400 rounds of shotgun ammo or about 350 rounds of .45ACP. lol

[monkey_wrench]

Originally Posted by solefald

Man, this is one bad-ass bag for $20. How is the quality? I've been looking at 5.11 stuff, but I can't bring myself to buy a $100 range bag... Since I now compare every dollar figure to amount of ammo - it's like 400 rounds of shotgun ammo or about 350 rounds of .45ACP. lol

I've had two ever since LAPG came out with them. One lived inside the trunk of my car with some bug-out shit, and is now our baby diaper bag. The other one has been on every range trip I've ever made.

Best $20 you can spend!

[solefald]

Originally Posted by monkey_wrench

I've had two ever since LAPG came out with them. One lived inside the trunk of my car with some bug-out shit, and is now our baby diaper bag. The other one has been on every range trip I've ever made.

Best $20 you can spend!

sweet. imma gonna order me a couple. one for range and one for miscellaneous stuff. i love bags with a ton of pockets.

[bosstones]

Originally Posted by solefald

sweet. imma gonna order me a couple. one for range and one for miscellaneous stuff. i love bags with a ton of pockets.

So far, it's been pretty durable. Granted, I haven't had it for all too long but it seems like it'll hold up pretty good. I've been through enough backpacks and camera bags to think I am a good judge of that. The shoulder strap HW is plastic, not metal, but if you don't anticipate using it as a bolo it should hold up fine. The nice thing about the side pockets (mag pouches) are that: 1) the cover is adjustable via velcro inside the pocket and 2) near perfect size for a Uplula speed reloader.

If you have a compact handgun, you can probably fit it + a soft gun case/pouch inside the outer velcro pocket. A 10" pistol 'pouch' won't fit in it, though.

All in all, if you can't use it as a range bag, it'll work great for a variety of other instances (e.g. trunk bag for tools and such). You won't regret picking this bag up!

[spanner1751]

My SIG P220. One of my favorite handguns.

[Seminole]

Going to go try out this guy sometime during the week and if all is good I'll place an order for one:

Beretta PX4 Storm (full size) .40 S&W

[spanner1751]

Originally Posted by Seminole

Going to go try out this guy sometime during the week and if all is good I'll place an order for one:

Beretta PX4 Storm (full size) .40 S&W

FYI, CDNN Sports has them for $439 on page 4 of their catalog. CDNN is where I got my SIG P220 for $649.

http://www.cdnninvestments.com/dowournewcat.html

[Seminole]

Originally Posted by spanner1751

FYI, CDNN Sports has them for $439 on page 4 of their catalog. CDNN is where I got my SIG P220 for $649.

http://www.cdnninvestments.com/dowournewcat.html

Thanks for the heads up. I don't see the option to order right on the website, so I guess I'll call the phone number if I decide to buy it. Did they ship it to a FFL near you for you to pick up?

[spanner1751]

Originally Posted by Seminole

Thanks for the heads up. I don't see the option to order right on the website, so I guess I'll call the phone number if I decide to buy it. Did they ship it to a FFL near you for you to pick up?

I had it shipped to a local FFL.
If you have a FFL that will accept transfers (as opposed to the FFL ordering it himself), you can call CDNN and they will ship it directly to them. Just pay CDNN for the pistol and shipping, then settle with the FFL once the pistol gets there.
If your FFL will call CDNN and order it for a reasonable fee, you can do that too. I have no idea how much your local FFLs charge, but mine charged $25+tax to accept the transfer, which is cheap for Hawaii.

[ybbiz34]

Originally Posted by solefald

All right! Here we go.

Picked up my Springer Loaded and kids/gfs Remington 870 Youth. Obviously had to stop by a range on the way home...

This thing is excellent. First 7 at 10 yards.



And here it is. This is THE best under-$1000 1911 money can buy.

Nice shooting, Solefald. Also, congratulations on finally getting your hands on her. She's a beauty!

And I definitely agree that Springfield Armory 1911s are outstanding. You get A LOT for your money. Most importantly, you get a reliable and proven 1911 backed by exemplary customer service.

Originally Posted by CollinsE90

What are some good bags to carry to the range?

Good= cheap and reliable.

Best bag I have ever purchased.

http://www.midwayusa.com/product/939...tion-range-bag

Originally Posted by spanner1751

My SIG P220. One of my favorite handguns.

[spanner1751]

I've been meaning to take some pictures of this rifle for a long, time, but I finally got around to it tonight. It's a 1908 Brazilian Mauser action that I re-barreled in 6.5X55, put it in a sporter stock, and rust-blued it. There are more pictures in the Brazilian sporter set (link follows). http://www.flickr.com/photos/1454824...7630508855822/


Brazilian sporter 2 by Spanner1751, on Flickr

[MP0WER]

That's a beautiful rifle!

[Coding@DetailAddict]

I got it I got it I got it.
930 SPX in my car with goodies at home.
Work can't end fast enough

[solefald]

Originally Posted by Grant@DetailAddict

I got it I got it I got it.
930 SPX in my car with goodies at home.
Work can't end fast enough

congrats! those things are awesome. i looooove mine.


my trap skills, on the other hand, are not advancing as fast as want them too and i dont understand what i'm doing wrong. on sunday i shot 20 and 21 in a row and tonight and could not even get past 16. those 20's on sunday must have been a fluke. i never went above 18 before that.

i know what would improve my game... a NEW shotgun

[BMWinNorthdakota]

Originally Posted by MP0WER

That's a beautiful rifle!

No kidding. Fucking stunning...

[Coding@DetailAddict]

Already had mods waiting to go

[spanner1751]

Originally Posted by MP0WER

That's a beautiful rifle!

Originally Posted by BMWinNorthdakota

No kidding. Fucking stunning...

Thanks

[BMWinNorthdakota]

Originally Posted by Seminole

Going to go try out this guy sometime during the week and if all is good I'll place an order for one:

Beretta PX4 Storm (full size) .40 S&W

I have the same gun. You'll enjoy it man. LMK if you have any questions if you buy it.

[MisterSkiMask]

Originally Posted by Grant@DetailAddict

[IMG]
Already had mods waiting to go

Nice, I need to put together a 'home defense' shotgun

[ZJP]

Originally Posted by solefald

congrats! those things are awesome. i looooove mine.


my trap skills, on the other hand, are not advancing as fast as want them too and i dont understand what i'm doing wrong. on sunday i shot 20 and 21 in a row and tonight and could not even get past 16. those 20's on sunday must have been a fluke. i never went above 18 before that.

i know what would improve my game... a NEW shotgun

Which choke are you using for trap? It can make a HUGE difference believe it or not.