Lots of explosions and fighters reported all over Iran. Refineries, munitions plants etc burning.

I'm almost 98, so I got in to the bolt action thread.
Thought I should have some combat insight here, boy I was wrong...
Time certainly did me a trick, never felt older, and I'm old enough right now...

Some type of nation wide mass bombing ??

Picking this as perhaps the best category for this question. My wife was going through old papers today and some were from her father in WW2.

Under Decorations and Citations are the following. Awarded 4 Bronze Stars for Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes. Campaigns per LTR ETOUSA 1944. Purple Heart with 2 OLC per GO 26 Hq 357 Inf 6 Feb 1945. Silver Star per GO 176 Hq 90 Inf 6 Dec 1944. Bronze Star per GO 94 Hq 90 Inf 20 oct 44.

I am guessing he was at Normandy and have no idea if he was in the initial invasions but it appears he was there and went all the way with Patton through the Rhine. Guessing because he never said much about his time but did mention serving under Patton. It seems to me he was a fairly serious dude.

So, what can anyone tell me about this?

I have a case (5000 count) of Federal 215 Gold Medal Match primers for sale. Based on everything I have scanned, it seems shipping these is something of a problem. So I am going to offer these up as face to face transaction only. I live in the South Carolina lowcountry near Beaufort, SC, if someone is interested you will need to meet me in my community. Postal Money Order, Bank Certified Funds, Cash transaction.

Offering these (5000 count) for $380.

Hello, I'm downsizing my collection, so I'm not interested in any trades at this time anyway. I have everything up listed on Gun broker under the same name as I have on here (Jack17397). I will be listing new stuff quite often as I empty out my garage. Here is a current list of everything listed on Gunbroker as of today 1/28/23.
Mega Arms Maten build 1800.00 (new .308) 1500.00 new price SOLD PENDING FUNDS
Mega Arms Maten build 1800.00 (New .308) 1500.00 new price
GA Precision .308 3500.00 (used 10 rounds total fired for sight in. .308) SOLD*
Fulton Armory Far 2000.00 (New .308)NEW PRICE 1500.00
Night Force NXS 3.5-15x50 F1 with MLR2.0 Reticle 1500.00 (used in great condition) SOLD*****
Vortex Viper 3-15x44 FFP with EBR-7C reticle 700.00 (Mounted but never used, faint ring marks) SOLD*****
Leupold Mark4 3.5-10x40 LRT FFP with M5 Turrets. Mil/Mil 1000.00 (Mounted but never used) SOLD*****
U.S. Optics ST-10 FFP with Gap Mil reticle 1000.00 (Mounted but never used)SOLD
U.S. Optics SR-6S FFP with JNG Mil reticle 1000.00 (Mounted but never used)SOLD*****
Trijicon Acog 3.5 power with Chevron reticle 800.00 (Mounted but never used) SOLD*****
AICS 1.5 short action stock in FDE Brand New in box. Only opened to take pics. 1000.00. This is the newer version stock in short action. SOLD*****
Dillon 650 reloading press. New in box and never opened. 650.00 SOLD*****
Ghost Gunner Gen 2 new in box 1800.00 plus shipping.
I've posted as many pics as I can, i can email you more if you like, as i said these are listed under my GunBroker account under Jack17397 as the seller. If you're looking for more pics of each item, they are there. I'll be listing more stuff through the upcoming weeks, so check it out. Firearms will be sent to FFLs only, know your local laws. Payments accepted are: money order, bank check, personal checks. I try to stay away from online banking platforms, as PayPal, Venmo etc. As they are anti second Amendment.
MEGA ARMS MATENS: 2 Mega Arms MATENS, both have Bartlein barrels with 1-10 twist, chambered in 308 and threaded 5/8x24. Both have Precision Firearms muzzle breaks. The longer barrel is 24” and the shorter one is 20”. The 24” upper has the JP hand guard and a raptor charging handle. The 20” upper has a PRI charging handle and a SLR hand guard. Both uppers have Precision Firearms match grade BCG’S. The lowers have gen 2 and gen 3 Magpul PRS Stocks, Both have Geissele SSAE Triggers, Anti walk pins, one has a JP Buffer and the other has a standard buffer, one has a Ergo grip, the other is a Magpul grip.
I CAN SEPARATE THE UPPER AND LOWERS FROM THE MEGA ARMS MATENS, IF SOMEONE IS INTERESTED IN JUST THE UPPER OR LOWER.

https://www.wsj.com/articles/republ...e-call-for-ousting-ronna-mcdaniel-11674784050

RINO Ronna held on as RNC leader, she claims to have "Heard the Grassroots".
What do you guys think

The zues is 308 bolt face. Quick change. Very little rounds on it. I will sale it once the matrix or foundation sales. Ill keep whatever one doesnt sale or u can buy it with yur pick of the 2. Foundation centurion with Hawkins bottom metal and full length arca rail and its cut for the zeus its like new. Matrix pro in tungsten comes with thumb shelves. 2 round holder. Vert 2 grip and swept 3 grip. Like new also

Zeus 1500$ shipped
Foundation 1400$ shipped
Matrix pro. 1400$ shipped

2500 6mm 107 SMK. All same lot. Factory tipped
1000.00 shipped
PM for payment details.

How to read Sierra lot numbers

Glad I'm old and will only have to watch it on Fox News.

US general predicts country will be at war with China in 2025​

https://thehill.com › policy › defense › 3834320-us-gen...


1 hour ago — A U.S. general said in a memo on Friday that he believes the country will be at war with China by 2025, according to several outlets that ...

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Taiwan seems to disagree.

Taiwan's president says war with China is 'not an option' - CNBC​

https://www.cnbc.com › 2023/01/25 › taiwans-presiden...


4 days ago — Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen told Pope Francis in a letter that war with China is “not an option” and said constructive interaction with ...
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Ok, so I've mounted scopes and never had an issue. Just got a new rifle with a picatinny rail and I'm using Vortex rings. I've ALWAYS followed manufacturer's specs to tighten scope rings around the base of the actual rifle rifle/optic which is usually 15-18 inch pounds.

Vortex says the base rings though that attach the base to the rail should be tightened to 40 inch pounds. In the past I've always tightened these screws at base parts on rings an cantilevers as tight as I generally can (probably way beyond 40 inch pounds).

While I'm not saying that's a good idea or not, I've never damaged anything or noticed a difference in accuracy. Is it a problem to tighten these base screws for rings and cantilevers (not the top closure of the rings that go around the scope) just the base rings too tight?

Staccato XC, 2022 build.
-Factory trigger done to 3.5-4lbs by staccato during initial build per my request, I preferred that over the very light comp trigger. Similar to the P trigger pull. Upgraded recoil spring as well, have original spring as well.
-Grip stippled by Matt Adams in an aggressive texture with a reduction.
-Leupold DPP mounted
-Surefire x300u included
-Safariland level 2 holster with nubmod included.
Approximately 400-500 rounds through the gun. Ships in original bag with magazines included.

Asking $4750 shipped for the complete setup, open to offers.

Thank you,
Brock Marcotte

What are the Hide’s recommendation for a very small auto 22LR pistol and compact suppressor?

I would really like to find such a unit that could be carried in a HPG Kit Bag, is that an unrealistic goal?

I don’t know anything about pistols and cans… would be a nice thing to have along when hunting, hiking, etc.

19 Getty images/Lifestyle
Katherine Hamilton27 Jan 202368

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Roughly a quarter of millennials say their parents cover their rent, and 35 percent of U.S. adults say their parents still pay for at least one of their bills, a new poll found.
The New York Post reported on the survey Friday, which was conducted with 2,000 Americans by OnePoll on behalf of Chartway Credit Union. The survey found that the top three expenses parents pay for their adult children are rent (19 percent), groceries (19 percent), and utilities (16 percent).

Almost 25% of millennials' parents cover their rent: poll https://t.co/4EHHqAKqDl pic.twitter.com/wnvYUDUEnN
— New York Post (@nypost) January 27, 2023

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“About three-quarters of those respondents (72 percent) plan to take on these bills themselves within the next two years, but 30 percent admit they will be riding the wave until they’re told otherwise,” according to the report.
Thirty-one percent of respondents say they accept their parents’ help because they are trying to save money.
But despite enlisting their parents’ financial assistance, 85 percent of those polled say they are responsible with money. Seventy-three percent report opening their first bank account by the time they turned 25 years old, and 21 percent say they had a bank account before they turned 18. Whether they had a bank account or not, 30 percent of respondents say they had their own money to spend by the time they were 15 years old.
“How to spend and save responsibly are lifelong lessons,” Brian T. Schools, President/CEO of Chartway Credit Union, said. “It’s noteworthy to see that over three-quarters of those surveyed have been managing their own money for most of their lives. Still, a third of respondents find it difficult to find helpful resources to manage their finances.”
Half of adults did say they struggle to tamp down on frivolous spending, and 45 percent say they do not handle unexpected expenses well. Forty-percent say they struggle to pay their bills on time. Those poll struggle less with taxes (32 percent) and keeping a high credit score (26 percent).


Nearly 40 percent of millennial’s polled did say they have difficulty finding accessing useful resources to help them understand their finances. That percentage is much higher than for baby boomers, 11 percent of whom said they struggle finding useful financial information.


“While 85 percent of respondents see themselves as financially responsible when it comes to things like credit scores or savings, ironically, 50 percent of them struggle with unnecessary spending or unbudgeted expenses, and 40 percent struggle to remember to pay bills on time,” Schools continued. “Conflicting data such as this tells us that a lot more adults could benefit from some form of financial education, whether it’s provided in schools, online, or by their financial institutions.”

HILARIOUS!!!!

Nowhere to shoot this but genuinely love the rifle. Sad to see it go but my local range doesnt do it justice.

One box of 20 rounds through it.

$6000 shipped without the pelican case. Can add the case but shipping will be on the buyer.
Comes with everything from the factory (2 mags). Dont have the original muzzle brake but can include a dear air keymo brake.

MK5 HD 7-35x Tremor 3 isnt inlcluded but will include it with the mount for an additional $2000

Hammer dude calls in to news station to tell his tale. What say the brethren?? Fake "right wing terrorist"?? Or just covering for some hammer infused sexy time??
You make the call.

Both serious (like seriously awesome idea!)

Or the more… typical of the ‘Hide. (It’s for wee ones!!)
Sirhr

Looking for $900

Trade for match ammo
223 556 65cm 6cm
Cz comp pistols
Etc

Everything you see in pic $100 shipped

For Sale: White Oak Armament 16" SPR Barrel .223 Wylde
1-7 twist
midlength gas
Brand New, Never Used
$225 shipped
Paypal f/f

Good afternoon, I had posted on another thread about wanting to do a M40 platform tribute build. I say tribute because its going to be left handed, and in 6.5 Creedmoor. I have had ZERO proper training in the use of optics. So whatever I get will be going with me to training and classes.

I'm needing scope recommendations and I'll list the ones I'm looking at. All of them are FFP and in MRAD. The rifle will be used in a predominantly bench rest, prone, competition, and class shooting role. It might go hunting with me as well. Max range I have access to is 1,100 yards. I though about getting a Leupold Mk 4 4.5-15x50 but its not FFP has mismatched MOA knobs on a MIL reticle, which I read on this sight isn't ideal. I was also warned that just because the military uses it doesn't mean its the best option. I'm a little nervous about "christmas tree" reticles as they look busy to me. However I realize that they might be the best option and I need to be open-minded and could be trained on it from the start.

Here are the ones I'm considering. My max dollar right now is $1,500

1. Arken SH4 GEN2 4-16X50mm FFP MIL VPR
2. Arken EPL4 4-16x44 FFP MIL VHR Illuminated Reticle
3. Athlon MIDAS TAC HD 4-16×44 APRS2 FFP MIL
4. BurrisXTR III 3.3-18x50mm - SCR Mil
5. NIGHTFORCE SHV 4-14X50 F1 .1 MIL -ILLUMINATED MIL-R RETICLE
6. Vortex Viper PST GEN II 3-15X44 FFP
7. Bushnell ELITE TACTICAL 3.5-21X50 DMR3 RIFLESCOPE G4P RETICLE

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300 kills hahahah

They released the bodycam.



You're an ex-cop, with four of your partners, on video brutally beating a guy so bad he bled out internally three days later.

You've been charged with murder. Not much of a defense since it's all on video.

You're headed to a jail that is so ridiculously violent, it's had the nickname of Thunderdome for over 20 years.


What is your life expectancy?