Friday, September 26, 2008
M4... Yah Fuired.
The military is looking for an M4 replacement. Many of you probably already know about this though. So, many companies are presenting what they think would be the next great carbine.
I've been seeing many different options and my general opinion on the ones that I saw is that they all feel very "Starship Troopery." They look more like Nerf guns than a legit battle rifle. Now, that's just based on the design and I have never held, fired, or even seen one of them in person. But they do all look bulky.
I wonder what it was like to see the transition to the M16... Did people think it looked too modern?
Something about the M4 makes me really, really like it. It feels solid, but not heavy, it's black, which is beautiful, and it just looks tough, edgy almost.
You can read one mans recommendation on Kit Up here: [Kit Up!]
To read more about the Military M4 replacement: [Military.com]
Thursday, September 25, 2008
Gun Free Zones
I don't really think that gun free zones are a great idea. Well, sort of. I mean, it sounds like a good idea on paper but I don't think it's that practical. Well, certain places like bars or other places but some of the places they are banned should be allowed.
It varies from state to state but I think schools and churches are always gun free zones. Though, to me be those appear to be the places that need them the most. What if an armed teacher or parishioner could have stopped the evil people that came in to those places before they could any damage?
I think proper training, permits, and qualifications are all key and that not just having a gun in your briefcase isn't necessarily going to help. In fact, that may actually make things worse.
But when there is the possibility of evil attacking us at the places we feel comfortable, I think that we owe it to those around us to act as a protecting force.
End rant.
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Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Finally about to get some range time
I just met up with an old friend that used to go to my parents church a long time ago. He is a big gun nut and he invited me to go shooting whenever I am in the area. That's great because I'm only 2 hours away and visit now and then.
He has a ton of pistols, rifles, and shotguns. I am dying to fire an AR15, which he has. I'll have to get some pics and videos of it.
Maybe I'll make a list of questions so I can do an impromptu interview. Probably just "noob" related stuff. He already recommend a first timers gun, the Ruger MK II. It's .22 and pretty reliable, plus being .22 its super cheap to shoot.
I'll let you know how it goes.
