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Old 02-06-2013, 10:15 AM
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Which is why EVERY defensive handgun should be thoroughly tested. No brand is without problems. Heck, even Glocks have an issue once in awhile, and they're considered to be some of the most reliable handguns out there.

I've said it before and I'll say it again. Taurus is hit or miss. You either get a really good one, or a really bad one. The key is to break it down and look at the guts before you buy it. I've got a PT1911 that has countless rounds through it, with no issues whatsoever. Before I bought it, I tore it down and checked for any chatter marks, peening, etc. Heck, the barrel to slide fit on it is tighter than my Dad's Kimber.
You're completely right, and I do the same thing however I bought the gun new, but like I said could have been 1 in 1000
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Old 02-06-2013, 10:21 AM
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Which is why EVERY defensive handgun should be thoroughly tested. No brand is without problems. Heck, even Glocks have an issue once in awhile, and they're considered to be some of the most reliable handguns out there.

I've said it before and I'll say it again. Taurus is hit or miss. You either get a really good one, or a really bad one. The key is to break it down and look at the guts before you buy it. I've got a PT1911 that has countless rounds through it, with no issues whatsoever. Before I bought it, I tore it down and checked for any chatter marks, peening, etc. Heck, the barrel to slide fit on it is tighter than my Dad's Kimber.
speaking of taurus being hit or miss my buddie got his taken care of, had a weak ejector spring or something like that causing it to stovepipe. the gunsmith at the place he bought it was pissed because they sold it before he could go through it, and scince it came back he went through it with a fine tooth comb for my buddie, did a trigger job, polished the feed ramp (i think that's what it's called?) and basically went through everything improving whatever he could.
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Old 02-06-2013, 10:28 AM
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You're completely right, and I do the same thing however I bought the gun new, but like I said could have been 1 in 1000
Your odds are probably about the same with any other gun. There's a certain failure rate that companies strive for, and all the major gun companies are well within that rate, for the most part. Even Taurus.

I bought mine brand new, too. Still broke it down and checked it.

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speaking of taurus being hit or miss my buddie got his taken care of, had a weak ejector spring or something like that causing it to stovepipe. the gunsmith at the place he bought it was pissed because they sold it before he could go through it, and scince it came back he went through it with a fine tooth comb for my buddie, did a trigger job, polished the feed ramp (i think that's what it's called?) and basically went through everything improving whatever he could.
The owner of the gun shop here does the same thing. He polishes the feed ramp, cleans up any trigger slop, and then test fires a couple magazines. If it hasn't gone through the process, he won't sell it.
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Old 02-06-2013, 02:00 PM
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Just picked this .22 Mossberg International 715T today for $100

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Old 02-06-2013, 02:25 PM
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^Good price, and I've heard good things about that gun.
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Old 02-06-2013, 02:33 PM
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^Good price, and I've heard good things about that gun.
It is a 702 Plinkster in a different stock
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Old 02-06-2013, 06:46 PM
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I came home and found the weirdest thing on my porch...
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Old 02-06-2013, 06:54 PM
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I came home and found the weirdest thing on my porch...
Lol. I laugh every time I see one of those.
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Old 02-06-2013, 08:36 PM
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^Good price, and I've heard good things about that gun.

Yes it was! It came with the case, a full 25rd mag, speedloader, and a few misc things. Quite the deal considering I was contemplating purchasing a POS handgun for the same price as a throw around piece.
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Old 02-07-2013, 03:59 PM
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The new lower, with the upper from my M&P. It's got a CMMG parts kit in it, so it's REALLY smooth and crisp. I think I'm going to wind up SBR'ing it.
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Old 02-07-2013, 07:37 PM
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Ok guys, quickly, cheapest parts build for a decent moddable .223 AR
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Old 02-07-2013, 07:44 PM
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Ok guys, quickly, cheapest parts build for a decent moddable .223 AR
Varies widely by brand. You can build a $600 AR if you really want to, but it won't be nearly as nice as one that you spend a little more on.
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Old 02-07-2013, 08:33 PM
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OK, how about $900-1000
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Old 02-07-2013, 10:07 PM
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OK, how about $900-1000
CMMG lower parts kit, Fulton armory barrel and gas system, any bolt carrier assembly, DPMS stock kit, and a decent quality forged upper and lower.
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Old 02-08-2013, 03:29 PM
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Thanks, will look into it all.


Also a little side note, I paid for a used Rossi m68 (38 special) today at Midwest Shooter Supply. Got a pretty good deal on it. $100 and there's not a scratch or dent on it, no visible marks on the barrel or in the cylinder walls. Going to pick it up on Sunday.

Random pic from the interwebz...

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