From Tacticool to Practical.

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06-15-2012, 15:05
Buckaroobonsai

From Tacticool to Practical.

Funny how my collection of guns has evolved over time. I started off collecting all the latest "cool" guns like the SCAR's and FS2000's. Now, I view my selection as more practical for survival. I have an unstoppable AK-47, a more accurate AR-15 with an EoTech, a small game 10/22 Takedown with 4x scope, a semi-auto 12 GA. shotgun with red-dot, and a subcompact Glock 30. All have 500 to 1K+ rounds ready to grab and go in ammo cans. I guess the last piece to the puzzle could be a long range hunting rifle with scope, hmmm...

[Sniper]
06-15-2012, 15:06
Ridge

I noticed something similar in my collection. I ended up going back to iron sights on all my guns. Lost all the accessories. Went real plain jane.
06-15-2012, 15:06
onebadfx4

How'd you like your FS2000?
06-15-2012, 15:09
jhood001

From BMW... to mini-van. Sometimes best is not always coolest.

Do you hear that Ronin? Get a mini-van! [Beer]
06-15-2012, 15:09
PAshtr77

I have a similar set-up. What were you thinking of getting?

I have been tossing the idea of a Larue PredatOBR 20" or PredatAR 18" with a scope. I've heard some good things about them being used for accurate longer distance shooting. Not necessarily what you were probably thinking though, I just like the AR platform and don't want to change caliber.
06-15-2012, 15:13
Buckaroobonsai

I still like the faster targeting of the electronic sights, but all still have BUIS or stock iron sights just in case.

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Originally Posted by Ridge

I noticed something similar in my collection. I ended up going back to iron sights on all my guns. Lost all the accessories. Went real plain jane.
06-15-2012, 15:15
Buckaroobonsai

Sadly, just accessorized it then sold it before I even had a chance to shoot it.

[Bang]

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Originally Posted by onebadfx4

How'd you like your FS2000?
06-15-2012, 15:16
Buckaroobonsai

Maybe something bolt action, in .308, but that would mean stocking up on different ammo as you mentioned...

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Originally Posted by PAshtr77

I have a similar set-up. What were you thinking of getting?

I have been tossing the idea of a Larue PredatOBR 20" or PredatAR 18" with a scope. I've heard some good things about them being used for accurate longer distance shooting. Not necessarily what you were probably thinking though, I just like the AR platform and don't want to change caliber.
06-15-2012, 15:37
Ronin13

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Originally Posted by jhood001

From BMW... to mini-van. Sometimes best is not always coolest.

Do you hear that Ronin? Get a mini-van! [Beer]

Sure, I'll get right on that, just as soon as I get castrated [Coffee]

I think practical is the way to go with most cases- That's why I added the 1911 to my collection of pistols, bought an AK, and now I'm trying to save up for a bolt-action .308... I don't need some Semi-Auto, state-of-the-art long gun, I just need something that, when SHTF or when I get a license, will get me dinner! [Beer]
06-15-2012, 15:50
StagLefty

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Originally Posted by Ronin13

will get me dinner! [Beer]

As stunning as you look in that tutu I'm still not buying your dinner [ROFL1]
06-15-2012, 16:24
stevelkinevil

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Originally Posted by onebadfx4

How'd you like your FS2000?

Sorry to hear that you never got to shoot yours buckaroo, I love mine, great shooter! And mine has been stone reliable
06-15-2012, 16:52
jerrymrc

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I don't need some Semi-Auto, state-of-the-art long gun, I just need something that, when SHTF or when I get a license, will get me dinner! [Beer]

I can think of a few depending. Fal, PSL, G3. All can be had under a grand. Just a thought. [Coffee]
06-15-2012, 16:59
crashdown

Have you tried the Ruger Gunsite Scout?
Not exactly a sniper rifle, but I have one, and am very impressed with the accuracy.
It also fits the bill for "Practicool" with it's detachable magazine, backup iron sights, and compact size.
06-15-2012, 20:54
blacklabel

I made the mistake of going overboard with my AK. I've dialed it down since then. My AR is whored out in Magpul stuff but is still pretty simple. Everything else is bone stock.
06-16-2012, 07:55
Bitter Clinger

Why not an AR in. 308?
06-16-2012, 08:36
cofi

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Originally Posted by Bitter Clinger

Why not an AR in. 308?

this.....and drop the iffytec for an aimpoint
06-16-2012, 08:38
onebadfx4

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Originally Posted by stevelkinevil

Sorry to hear that you never got to shoot yours buckaroo, I love mine, great shooter! And mine has been stone reliable

Would you recommend then? I have a PS90 but have the itch for its big brother.