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I have been itching to get my fourth gun. I really want a Baretta 96fs, but the local gun shops don't have them and I'm left to decide between the Baretta 92fs or Ruger 10/22 -- first world problems, right?
I am wondering if the more experienced folks could share what were the order in which you purchased your guns.
For instance, mine are:
1st. Mossberg 500 (pistol grip)
2nd. Glock 19
3rd. Colt M4 (6920)
4th. ______
Mine would be a duplicate of the pistol or rifle. If you really, really need one, then you should have two. I am a firm believer and practitioner in that philosophy for any important tool: if you make your living with it, or your life may depend upon it, then have one or two backups.
HOWEVER, if you are not able to get either a backup pistol or backup carbine, then I would go for the 10/22. Or, I would upgrade what you have already:
- night sights for the pistol,
- slings for the shotgun and carbine,
- optic for the carbine,
- perhaps lights for all three,
- and make sure you have good carry gear (gun belt, good holster, etc.).
You don't have a .22LR so why not the 10/22? Not being made of money I shoot my .22s more than my other guns just to keep in practice. That's my 2 cents.
Slow progression since early 80's. Couldn't afford the best, did not want low end, so ended up with:
BHP 9mm
Marlin 60
Remmington 870
Colt 45 1911
S&W Sport ar
Lmt mrp cqb piston
10/22 is hardly a bad choice. Duplicate of the G19 would be the other.
I'm gonna join in and say that a duplicate of your primaries or a 22 trainer would be far before a new pistol platform.
Since you have an AR carbine I would say that a S&W 15-22 would be a better choice for a rifle than a 10/22. But the 10/22 set up as a dedicated small game rifle or liberty training rifle are also good ideas.
The accessories mentioned also might be more important than another gun. Look for accessories that actually affect the performance and don't waste money on do-dads. I think a stock for the shotgun would be an important step.
There are differences between gun collectors and shooters.
I rather than having a whole bunch of odds and ends guns I like to have pairs or triplets For example you have the Glock 19 Great gun , it would be nice to get another them the magazines would be interchangeable . So for the same money you would have double the Glock mags instead of so many Glock and so many what ever the second choice would be . Spare parts would be easier as well as splitting the use between the two and have no difference on operation.
I'm gonna join in and say that a duplicate of your primaries or a 22 trainer would be far before a new pistol platform.
Since you have an AR carbine I would say that a S&W 15-22 would be a better choice for a rifle than a 10/22. But the 10/22 set up as a dedicated small game rifle or liberty training rifle are also good ideas.
The accessories mentioned also might be more important than another gun. Look for accessories that actually affect the performance and don't waste money on do-dads. I think a stock for the shotgun would be an important step.
There are differences between gun collectors and shooters.
Or get a dedicated .22lr upper. Your lower will get a bit dirtier if you're swapping uppers, but with the current market, it might be easier/cheaper/faster to get an upper vs. a dedicated AR 15-22 gun. Also, there are other brands besides S&W that make dedicated AR 15-22 platforms.
- AK74 (I should note that I bought this for $300 during the great 5.45 ammo shortage. I never even got to fire it. But I sold it for $400)
- Bushmaster Patrol Carbine
- Built up a 16" AR
- XD45
- Built up a 10.5" SBR
- SIG P238
- Marlin 336BL
Chromium4500
02-04-13, 17:26
Marlin 336ss
Remington 1100
Ruger SR9
S&W MP15
S&W SSR
... pre-ordered a Tavor... :D
HK USP 9 ('98)
Colt 6920 ('03)
HS Precision STR ('09)
FN SLP 18" ('11)
I didn't pick up a .22LR until this year as ammo wasn't really stupid expensive and unavailable until recently
After I got the above list, then I started stupid buying and filled my safe with the likes of a Garand, M1 Carbine, Springfield '03, a couple K98s, a Winchester m1897 and some Yugo stuff
I'm not going to recommend anything. Mostly because I have something like 15 pistols and 12 different platforms. What can I say, like various guns, though there are only 3-4 I shoot a lot. However, I will ask this, if you have a 9mm 19 why look at a 96 in .40? What is that giving you other then another caliber to have to buy? Just curious, that and the fact that 9mm Beretta mags are easier to find around me, and it being mostly designed around 9mm would push me that way. Just a thought.
Thanks for all your insights! They have been exceptionally helpful. I've been quietly reading and reflecting upon your thoughts. I agree with what everyone says about not accumulating so many platforms until I get better with the ones I have.
Going to pick up an Eotech for my M4 and upgrade the sights for my Glock, and then leave it at that until I get better at shooting. (I would get another Glock, but they are so hard to find in California now as many popular guns have sold out!)
Thanks all!
I am jealous of the lineup of guns some of you have listed though -- but that's for another year.
Sig 1911-22 (sold) Should have bought a Ruger 45 22
Ed Brown Special Forces
G19G4
You have a Shotgun, Pistol, and carbine. check!
That's a pretty stout line-up to begin with. But in my opinion, what I see missing is a nice bolt gun. Thinking .308, 30-06, 243, 270, 300, whatever. Just something I think any gun collection should have.
That being said and answering according to your list, I'd go with the 10/22. You can play with them for years to come, take them apart, build them up, shoot lots and lots, subsonics are fun to shoot, and they do all that without absolutely requiring you to brake the bank. (although you could with a little effort)
A second glock 19 is not a terrible idea either.
or! eff it all...50 BMG
I'd vote for a dedicated .22 rifle or pistol. Cheap practice and still tons of fun.
Another vote for at least two in each caliber so your ammo is still useful if one breaks down. I have two 10-22s and two 15-22s to try and get my three teen nephews interested in shooting.
You might also consider a lever gun. My Rossi 1892 with a cowboy shooter action job is smooth and shoots .357 and all .38 variants in a pinch. Lots of handguns you can pair with that.
Bigkrackers
02-12-13, 16:26
It depends on what you want it for - the fourth gun. To round out a collection? To hunt? To plink? Some combination?
I went pretty much they way you are going:
Shotgun
Revolver
Semi-auto pistol
Carbine
Bolt action
Lever Action
My route was based more on practical want; HD, hunting, target practice, John Wayne. The usual route.
I see that you live in Kalifornia, the future doesn't look good there. I've seen several cycles of the gun control madness that we're seeing right now. You might want to think about picking up a "good" gun. I got a Winchester Model 94 in .357 many years ago. It's a handy, fun little rifle, the barrel length is perfect for .357 performance and it also takes .38 special. In addition, it's a "good" gun. Nothing scary about it, it's the kind of rifle that a "responsible" sportsman might own and probably would be way down on the ban list. You could also pick up a companion Ruger single action, you know, one of those "cowboy" guns that is totally non-threatening. Just something to think about. Good luck, and consider moving to Arizona.
QuickdrawMcgraw
02-13-13, 10:51
My first hand gun was a Springfield Armory XD 9 then a XD40, sold it, then a Springfield 1911 Mil Spec then a 1911 Loaded, Ruger 44 Mag, Henry 44 mag rifle, then my Rock River M-4 carbine. the a couple of Browning Buck Marks and a Remington 595 22lr rifle, 3 S&W 686s 4 " 3" 2.5" barrels a S&W m 60 3" barrel and a Ruger 10/22 and along the line 2 M1 carbines.
What I shoot the most and the best are my 22lr's My 686's as they are my carry guns. my M-4 Carbine and my S&W 22/15. and my 1911's I use the 22lr for practice. Every time I go to the range one of the 686s goes with me and gets a 100 rounds through it. I belong to a sportsman's club with an indoor range . In the winter I can stay proficient with my rifle by useing my 22/15 and my 10/22 as those are the only rifle calibers allow inside.
Before I bought a different firearm platform I became proficient with the previous platform.
hear is a suggestion, reload what you shoot In the long run it will save you money and allow you to shoot more often.
Do you conceal carry? If so, then a Glock 26 or a M&P 9c or Shield.
He can carry his G19. The obvious choice to me is a 10/22.
Been lurking various gun forums for the better part of five years. My purchase order looks like this:
Smith & Wesson M&P 9 (Standard)
Remington 870 Express
16" Mid-Length DD AR-15
From here on out, most of my money is going into ammo and training.
Get a .22, any quality .22 (or .22 upper). The Ruger is a good choice.
It makes the shooting trip last longer, without making you broke. Plus, if you ever take kids shooting, you don't have to cringe every time they squeeze off a .50 cent round of your big rifle ammo.
I vote 10/22. KISS at first them customize it with the many aftermarket parts later on as you can afford to.
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