MrJones79

Been thinking of picking up a MK 18 for a while. Probably gonna go with a DD. Wanted to get some opinions from people who currently or formerly own one. They cost some coin obviously and I’m fine with that, but worry novelty would wear off fast. I’d probably set it for home defense and obviously shoot it for fun at range. What are y’alls thoughts on the gun?

Never heard of this before. Been doing it for a long time. Guess his points make sense though.

Not sure if this is a dupe, but wanted to make sure everyone is aware of the District 14 Senate special election taking place TOMORROW. Please get out and vote tomorrow if you are in the district. http://www.grnewsletters.com/archive/tfa/TN-Senate-14-Special-Election-TOMORROW-Vote-Joe-Carr-467341601.html?e=&u=izZc Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I am a member at strategic edge. I have no clue what the actual wait list is, but 1-2 years wouldn’t surprise me. It’s easily the best facility I’ve ever been to, and I agree with the earlier poster that the members are great. I don’t recall any out of the ordinary training requirements to join, unless they’ve changed the requirements since I became a member. There is a safety course you have to attend. Using the long rifle range requires you to attend the the long range class they hold at the club. Other than that I don’t think it was anything too burdensome. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I can confirm the previous replies. Long range course is free , at least for members, and is required to shoot at the long range section. The other training courses are fee based. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Yes, it has about double the bullet drop at 300 yards if you compare it to M193 with a 100 yard zero (which is what the chart above is). But it's still an easy hold over. I was actually shooting 7.62 x 39 at 300 yards with iron sights a couple weeks ago and was able to get consistent hits on a steel ringer. I think the round has a bad rap due to internet rumors that people read and run with. Past 300, yeah I'd much rather use 5.56 if we're talking carbines. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[quote post="1452108" timestamp="150Yes, 7.62x39 starts to suck fast past about 200yds, but who's ever going to need that in a real world scenario here in the US? Well that quote got all messed up, but someone claimed AKs suck past 200. Uh,no they do just fine. :-) https://youtu.be/chiTUvryG5USent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Thought this was a good video showing how shooting at the ground can cause rounds to easily clear a berm and leave the range. Proves that bullets don't just burrow into the ground. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Just bought a Geissele SSA to swap out the the trigger in my DD. Figured I'd just upgrade rather than send it in for the recent recall. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

The committee, 7 members if I recall, killed multiple pro gun bills that would have passed had they made it to the floor for debate and vote. We should ALL be emailing, calling, writing etc. to voice our displeasure and asking for them to recall the bills. For those that live in districts where the committee members are up for reelection, speak at the ballot. It's a shame these bills couldn't even get a vote. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

So says LAV. Sorry, I know what these threads always turn into, but valid points in his arguments. http://us1.campaign-archive2.com/?u=7b1a9382c490b04b227c7c2b9&id=6fa649a4ab&e=852473e203 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Haha! Yeah I saw this. Glad a snow blower is not standard equipment in the south! On the other hand, we've had tornado warnings down here in Middle TN twice in the past 10 days or so. It's the trade off you make I guess. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I moved from MA to Nashville about a year and a half ago. Nashville is definitely growing fast. The skyline is full of construction cranes. I live west of the city, which is more rural than other surrounding areas (as someone mentioned) but it's growing too now as people need somewhere to go. Davidson county schools suck and taxes are high (but still way lower than I was paying in metro Boston). Haven't been out to the east part of the state much but hear it's nice. Stay away from Memphis. Not pretty. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Yeah I'm a member at Strategic Edge. It's awesome, I was just hoping to find something to avoid 2+ hours of driving for each range trip!!! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Hey y'all I live in the Bellevue area and am wondering if anyone knows of any local outdoor ranges to accommodate long range shooting. Looking for something with at least 300yds, preferably more. Only one I see via some Google searches is the Haffner range in Franklin, south of here, and that is 100 yards tops. Are there really no options out this way? I pretty much try to avoid indoor ranges...just don't like the noise and lack of distance obviously. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Well, the petition has crossed the threshold. Let's see if we get any traction towards repealing this sh*t law. For those of you that aren't all that familiar with the NFA, here's a good video Tim over at Military Arms Channel posted a few days back. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

These idiots are lucky they weren't shot. I'm so sick of these open carry clowns trying to make a point by carrying out allegedly legal actions just to prove a point. All they are doing is instigating and testing limits to get attention instead of peacefully open carrying. People like this are some of the 2A's worst enemies as they make all gun owners look bad when this crap hits the news. Morons. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Unfortunately there is nothing even close to Amazon. I mean, the damn company is starting to test drone delivery! Ugh. Anyway, it's the worlds biggest marketplace and with the Prime benefits it's just hard for anyone to compete with them. They have so much scale it's ridiculous. I think Bezos is entitled to his opinion just like any. I find it harder and harder to decide where to spend my money. On the one hand, I want to speak with my wallet and on the other hand I know there are good people trying to make a living working at these companies who would have their jobs in jeopardy if sales dropped. One industry I am finding it hard to support is film/TV. I mean, holy s**t, talk about liberal delusions running wild... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I agree for most part. Trump can't directly repeal it anyway as it's legislation passed by Congress and they'd have to pass a repeal bill. This is just a channel to get some form of word out, maybe get ball rolling a bit. Plus, a lot of gun owners might not even be familiar with the NFA in general, so doesn't get much attention. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Yeah, it's actually pathetic seeing as how it's been up since January 20 and most of the big YouTube gun channels have mentioned it Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I know the feeling as I'm from Northeast as well (MA). It's important to support these local groups. People down this way often forget or maybe think that anti gun legislation won't happen here, and that kind of complacency is dangerous. I think, IMO, TN is fairly safe for a while, but there are lawmakers and activists in every state trying to limit our RKBA. Really important to stay out in front of it, and TFA is our voice on that front. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Then don't join, or maybe do some due diligence. They have contact info listed. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

http://tennesseefirearms.com/about-tennessee-firearms-association/ Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I think they do a good job at fighting and lobbying for 2A rights. You may not agree with every single viewpoint they offer, but it's important to have this group watching out for us on the state level. The $35 annual fee is money well spent. Don't assume TN will always have pro gun bills passed. Over time more and more anti gunners will try to jam through legislation little by little. Important to stay in front of the gun rights issues and TFA does a good job. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I have the 43 and like it but was also just thinking about picking up a Shield Performance Center. Does anyone know if that model is available without the manual safety? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk