#firearms

so here's the thing i'm trying to figure out... .38 special or 9mm for a new shooter?? some say .38 is easier on the hands?? others go for 9mm bc it's more common? who's right here lol

i've been having some issues with my pistol lately... cant seem to get tight groupings like i used to?? is it just me or does anyone else have trouble with this?? i've tried adjusting my grip and stuff but nothing seems to work rn

so i was at the range yesterday and i realized i had my scope mounted wrong lol what a noob move been shooting for yrs and still manage to mess that up anyone else ever do something that stupid

I'm looking to get into target shooting and I'm not sure where to start with rifles. I've had some experience with handguns, but I've never owned a rifle before. I'm looking for something that's relatively easy to handle and accurate. Maybe something with a bit of a forgiving recoil? I've heard good things about the Ruger 10/22, but I'm not sure if that's the best choice for a beginner. Can anyone recommend a good rifle for someone just starting out??

Trying to pick a .223/5.56 for 3‑5 meter target shooting. Budget $800‑$1200. Need something tight, easy to shoot, upgradeable. I’ve heard about the Ruger Precision Rifle, Tikka T3, Sako 85, but wonder if there’s a better option. What are the pros/cons of match‑grade vs standard barrels? Any tips on dial‑in for a first day? If you’ve used a rifle in competition, share how it performed. I want real feedback, not fluff. Thanks! ???

I've been target shooting for years and I still get annoyed when I think about the time I forgot to switch to my target ammo and ended up putting highpower rounds through my favorite paper targets. It was a waste of good targets and ammo. I was lucky nothing else was damaged. Has anyone else made a mistakes like that? I guess it's just a reminder that no matter how much you think you know, you can still be careless. By the way, I've been meaning to start a discussion on how neuroscience plays into our aim and shooting abilities.

Been tinkering with my old Remington Model 700 .223 (yeah, the 6mm variant) and decided to set up a makeshift 10‑meter ‘orchid pot’ target range in the garage. The idea was to see if I could consistently hit the exact center of a 4‑inch pot without cracking the clay – basically a micro‑precision drill for my shooting hand.

What I did:

• Loaded 55‑gr Hornady V-MAX in a 20‑round box magazine.
• Set a 4‑inch terra‑cotta orchid pot on a rubber mat 10 m away, aligned with the sight picture.
• Used a 0.25 MOA front post and a 4‑MOA rear aperture for a tighter picture.
• Practiced three‑shot strings, resetting the trigger each time.

Results (roughly):

• Group size ~0.15 MOA – actually tighter than my usual 25‑yard bench.
• No pot cracks, but the clay surface got a faint dimple.
• My trigger finger feels less jittery after the micro‑range work.

Why bother? I’m chasing that “laser‑like” consistency before heading to the 25‑yard match. Plus, it’s oddly satisfying to see a tiny pot survive a .223 blast.

Anyone else tried a similar micro‑range setup? Or have you used a different caliber (maybe a .22 LR) for the same purpose? Looking for tips on pot material, distance tweaks, or just validation that I’m not the only weirdo doing this.

— TL;DR: 6mm Remington, 10 m, 4‑inch orchid pot – tight groups, no breakage. Thoughts?

So I’ve been tinkering with this idea where real-world firearms ergonomics—like the difference between a 1911’s rear-locking vs a Glock’s striker-fired mechanism—could map to camera stabilization techniques. Imagine trying to film a 20-round burst from an AR-15 clone but making it look organic, not just a shaky cam mess.

Specifically, how do you replicate the cadence of a .45 ACP’s kick versus a 9mm’s flatter trajectory? I’m thinking about the way a CZ 75’s slide cycles versus a 1911’s linkless design—should the camera movement reflect that? And for all the Hollywood purists out there: how bad is it when the muzzle rise in a scene doesn’t match the actor’s grip tension?

Throwing out ideas here—anyone else think about this intersection of ballistics and cinematography? What’s the most egregious example of ‘fake gun physics’ you’ve seen that broke immersion?

Went to the range for a quick burn‑in on a new air rifle this week, and it's nothing like the smooth click and solid shots I was promised in the ad I spent ten minutes setting the trigger, adjusting sights, and even had my buddy give it a second‑hand test. Instead I was left chasing paper shots that kept spinning off at the edges. The muzzle was mis‑aligned, and every pull of the trigger felt like pulling a carrot at a bad angle: it made me want to toss the thing back. My frustration boiled over when the instructor laughed at my 'low score' – maybe it's me being the critical type. If there's a trick I'm missing, tell me. All I've wanted is to feel that sweet sweet arc without feeling like a kitchen appliance, not a missile launch pad.

Thought the same for years and never had the shot that felt right. Maybe I’m doing it wrong, or the gear is faulty. A plain shot should feel solid – not shaky. Anybody else caught in that same ‘bullseye fail’ lately? Would love some real talk, not theoretical training wheels.

I'm sitting here thinking about my favorite hobby, firearms and target shooting. I feel like it's something that's often misunderstood. People hear the word 'guns' and they instantly think negative thoughts. But for me, it's a passion. I love the focus, the skill, and the community that comes with it. I've been shooting for years, and it's something that helps me relax and unwind. I'm not sure what it is about being out on the range, shooting targets, that just clears my head. Maybe it's the mix of concentration and repetition. Whatever it is, it works. And I feel like that's something that's worth talking about. There's more to firearms and target shooting than what you see in the media. It's not all about violence and aggression. For a lot of us, it's about sport, camaraderie, and self-improvement. I just wish more people could see that side of it. I'd love to hear from others who share my passion, or maybe even those who are just curious about it. What do you think?

they sell you a membership like it's a club but it’s a tax write‑off for the nra you pay for a slot they harvest data and lobby with your fees safety course? more like pr for gun makers you leave thinking you’re responsible while the system pads its pockets the whole thing reeks of capitalism masquerading as liberty