Gun Pawn - Warning - Lots of Pictures - as requested
Discussion
Per a few PH requests. The ErnestM Armoury (Ltd) 
I apoligise for the bad long gun shots but it was getting late in the day and I was losing the light. I shall retake them in the near future.
First Up - The Walthers
Walther P22 - in .22 calibre (used for plinking, etc)
Walther PK380 - .380 (9mm kurtz) this is a "First Edition" (#278) and collectible
Walther PPK - .380 (9mm kurtz) The venerable Bond gun. This is an older imported one. S&W still make them in the States. Shown with the ankle holster I used to carry it in.
Walther PPS - 9mm - This is the one they should have given to New Bond. This is my "winter carry". Features 6 round, 7 round or 8 round mags (the 6 round is in it)
Walther P99 - 9mm (15 round mags) This one is a special edition for the year 2000. It is worth 4 times what I paid for it. It came with a nice vhs tape about the history of Walther. I don't shoot it much. Same gun they had Craig use in Casino Royale (except not the special edition).
Twins
I currently carry the Kahr P380 (.380-9mm kurtz, 6 rounds+1). Mine is the one on the right. The one on the left (yes the pink one
) is Mrs ErnestM's. Both carry the Winchester Ranger ammo (which is simply black talon with out the bad press)
FN Five-seveN
Five-seveN in 5.7x28mm. I pulled a round out of the mag so that you can see it. A very unique weapon. Recoil is nominal. Each mag contains 20 rounds (60 in the pic) The small box like thing on the right is a green laser for the front rail. I also have two 30 round mags for it. Shown near it's blackhawk SERPA paddle holster.
Next up, I AM Castor Troy
Two 1911's from Springfield Armoury. The one on the left is a 9mm "loaded" model (the inserted mag is from Wilson Combat) The one on the right is the .45 ACP "mil-spec". Everything is GI except for a match barrel and a few other odds and ends.
Outside of the two Galco holsters
Do you know what the next one is? I'll display it in real time (that was a hint)
It's the Jack Bauer gun, the HK USP Compact (and incidently, that is an Aker holster, also of the type used by Bauer) This 9mm 13+1 round gun does home protection duty for Chez ErnestM (too fat for concealed carry most months in Florida). It is available next to 2 additional 13 round mags, a surefire flashlight and an alarm trip switch. If you didn't guess what it was prior to reading this, please subtract two "bloke" points and turn in your testosterone as you leave...
The ubiquitous Glock
I think "the law" states that every gun collection should have one. This is a Glock 17. There are many like it, but this one is mine. Shown with it's +2 magazine, so that will be 19 in the mag and one in the pipe. This is a 1st gen and one of the first ones sold in the US (only the 3rd firearm I ever purchased) I don't shoot it much any more. Used to be the "home defense" gun before the HK USPc took over.
Mrs ErnestM, part deux
The Mrs' first firearm. Taurus model 24/7 pro compact (in pink, nach). Featured the following safetys, mag disconnect, de-cocker, manual safety (I was taking no chances) 9mm, 10 round. Small, but too big for purse/concealed carry (unless the Mrs dumps some stuff out of that thing - not likely)
The first shall be last (handguns)
The very first firearm I ever purchased. Sig P230 in .380. Also the first firearm where I tried my hand at re-bluing (which is why the slide looks kind of worn) It's due for a tune-up and refinishing but it is still a strong weapon. The added tang on the back is good for shooters with larger paws. It won't bite you like the PPK will.
Long Guns/Carbines
Marlin Camp Carbine 9
Great little carbine in 9mm. Uses S&W pistol magazines. Almost no recoil and accurate out to a good 100 yards using that simmons scope. No longer in production (as of about 1998)
AK time!
Actually this is a Chinese made Norinco 56s ("s" for semiautomatic). This is a pre-ban gun (Assault Weapons Ban 1994-2004. Still banned for import. Pre-ban means I can keep it. Yay!). It came with wooden furniture but I have added the polymer stuff. I also added the ak-74 style brake (it came with the slant brake) because the ak-74 style keeps it on target better. It came with a bayonet, but as this post is not about cutlery, I left it off.
Misc carbines
The Beretta Cx4 Storm in .45 acp calibre. This Carbine uses "Cougar" magazines. I have a Stoeger Cougar 8045 on order so that I can complete the set. This Carbine also has the EOTECH red dot/tactical sight and 3x magnifier.
By the way - I also have the airgun version of the cx4 which is good for back yard pellet plinking and retiring the odd snake.
The GSG-5 SD in .22 calibre. An incredibly fun gun to plink with. .22 calibre is dirt cheap and great fun. This is the anniversary edition. The gun also features an M4 Aimpoint red dot and a green laser.
Another with mags out
5.56 Time!
Colt Sporter SP1. This is an older version. I added the Daniel Defense front rail and the carry handle rail. That's an ACOG sitting on top of it with a "killflash" attachment. 5.56mm NATO. Also you can see a selection of magazines. In the carbine is a magpul Pmag (my preferred). Directly under the carbine is a 100 round Beta-C Mag. Good for range time. To the left underneath the C-mag is a standard GI 30 rounder. To the right of that is a Lancer mag (almost as good as the Magpul stuff). This is a standard Colt gas impingement Carbine.
Next is my favourite (currently). It is my version of what is known as the Mk 12 Mod 0 SPR (Special Purpose Rifle). If you are familiar with the L129A1 it would be almost identical except the Mk 12 mod 0 is 5.56 instead of 7.62Nato. I have special 77 grain 5.56 ammo for this thing. It started off as a piston driven AR from Patriot Ordnance factory with an 18 inch barrel. I added the Harris bipod and the Leupold 3.5-10x40 LR/T scope using ARMS mounts. I also added the Troy Industries folding BUIS. I have a magpul SPR stock for it but I need to change the buffer tube out first (out of stock at the moment). When I'm done with this thing, I will have spent more on the flippin accesories than the firearm itself. Shown with a 20 round magpul magazine. All mags for the SP1 above (yes-even the C-mag) can be used in this rifle. Until I get my remington M700 with AICS in 7.62NATO, this is my go to long distance shooter.
and
Well, that's about it. The only two items not showing are the Maverick/Mossberg Bullpup 12 guage and the Cobray M-11 semiauto. They are both at the shop (new barrel for the mossy and refinishing for the Cobray - I plan to sell the Cobray so want to pretty it up)
Enjoy! As always, be happy to answer any questions...
I apoligise for the bad long gun shots but it was getting late in the day and I was losing the light. I shall retake them in the near future.
First Up - The Walthers
Walther P22 - in .22 calibre (used for plinking, etc)
Walther PK380 - .380 (9mm kurtz) this is a "First Edition" (#278) and collectible
Walther PPK - .380 (9mm kurtz) The venerable Bond gun. This is an older imported one. S&W still make them in the States. Shown with the ankle holster I used to carry it in.
Walther PPS - 9mm - This is the one they should have given to New Bond. This is my "winter carry". Features 6 round, 7 round or 8 round mags (the 6 round is in it)
Walther P99 - 9mm (15 round mags) This one is a special edition for the year 2000. It is worth 4 times what I paid for it. It came with a nice vhs tape about the history of Walther. I don't shoot it much. Same gun they had Craig use in Casino Royale (except not the special edition).
Twins
I currently carry the Kahr P380 (.380-9mm kurtz, 6 rounds+1). Mine is the one on the right. The one on the left (yes the pink one
) is Mrs ErnestM's. Both carry the Winchester Ranger ammo (which is simply black talon with out the bad press)FN Five-seveN
Five-seveN in 5.7x28mm. I pulled a round out of the mag so that you can see it. A very unique weapon. Recoil is nominal. Each mag contains 20 rounds (60 in the pic) The small box like thing on the right is a green laser for the front rail. I also have two 30 round mags for it. Shown near it's blackhawk SERPA paddle holster.
Next up, I AM Castor Troy
Two 1911's from Springfield Armoury. The one on the left is a 9mm "loaded" model (the inserted mag is from Wilson Combat) The one on the right is the .45 ACP "mil-spec". Everything is GI except for a match barrel and a few other odds and ends.
Outside of the two Galco holsters
Do you know what the next one is? I'll display it in real time (that was a hint)
It's the Jack Bauer gun, the HK USP Compact (and incidently, that is an Aker holster, also of the type used by Bauer) This 9mm 13+1 round gun does home protection duty for Chez ErnestM (too fat for concealed carry most months in Florida). It is available next to 2 additional 13 round mags, a surefire flashlight and an alarm trip switch. If you didn't guess what it was prior to reading this, please subtract two "bloke" points and turn in your testosterone as you leave...
The ubiquitous Glock
I think "the law" states that every gun collection should have one. This is a Glock 17. There are many like it, but this one is mine. Shown with it's +2 magazine, so that will be 19 in the mag and one in the pipe. This is a 1st gen and one of the first ones sold in the US (only the 3rd firearm I ever purchased) I don't shoot it much any more. Used to be the "home defense" gun before the HK USPc took over.
Mrs ErnestM, part deux
The Mrs' first firearm. Taurus model 24/7 pro compact (in pink, nach). Featured the following safetys, mag disconnect, de-cocker, manual safety (I was taking no chances) 9mm, 10 round. Small, but too big for purse/concealed carry (unless the Mrs dumps some stuff out of that thing - not likely)
The first shall be last (handguns)
The very first firearm I ever purchased. Sig P230 in .380. Also the first firearm where I tried my hand at re-bluing (which is why the slide looks kind of worn) It's due for a tune-up and refinishing but it is still a strong weapon. The added tang on the back is good for shooters with larger paws. It won't bite you like the PPK will.
Long Guns/Carbines
Marlin Camp Carbine 9
Great little carbine in 9mm. Uses S&W pistol magazines. Almost no recoil and accurate out to a good 100 yards using that simmons scope. No longer in production (as of about 1998)
AK time!
Actually this is a Chinese made Norinco 56s ("s" for semiautomatic). This is a pre-ban gun (Assault Weapons Ban 1994-2004. Still banned for import. Pre-ban means I can keep it. Yay!). It came with wooden furniture but I have added the polymer stuff. I also added the ak-74 style brake (it came with the slant brake) because the ak-74 style keeps it on target better. It came with a bayonet, but as this post is not about cutlery, I left it off.
Misc carbines
The Beretta Cx4 Storm in .45 acp calibre. This Carbine uses "Cougar" magazines. I have a Stoeger Cougar 8045 on order so that I can complete the set. This Carbine also has the EOTECH red dot/tactical sight and 3x magnifier.
By the way - I also have the airgun version of the cx4 which is good for back yard pellet plinking and retiring the odd snake.
The GSG-5 SD in .22 calibre. An incredibly fun gun to plink with. .22 calibre is dirt cheap and great fun. This is the anniversary edition. The gun also features an M4 Aimpoint red dot and a green laser.
Another with mags out
5.56 Time!
Colt Sporter SP1. This is an older version. I added the Daniel Defense front rail and the carry handle rail. That's an ACOG sitting on top of it with a "killflash" attachment. 5.56mm NATO. Also you can see a selection of magazines. In the carbine is a magpul Pmag (my preferred). Directly under the carbine is a 100 round Beta-C Mag. Good for range time. To the left underneath the C-mag is a standard GI 30 rounder. To the right of that is a Lancer mag (almost as good as the Magpul stuff). This is a standard Colt gas impingement Carbine.
Next is my favourite (currently). It is my version of what is known as the Mk 12 Mod 0 SPR (Special Purpose Rifle). If you are familiar with the L129A1 it would be almost identical except the Mk 12 mod 0 is 5.56 instead of 7.62Nato. I have special 77 grain 5.56 ammo for this thing. It started off as a piston driven AR from Patriot Ordnance factory with an 18 inch barrel. I added the Harris bipod and the Leupold 3.5-10x40 LR/T scope using ARMS mounts. I also added the Troy Industries folding BUIS. I have a magpul SPR stock for it but I need to change the buffer tube out first (out of stock at the moment). When I'm done with this thing, I will have spent more on the flippin accesories than the firearm itself. Shown with a 20 round magpul magazine. All mags for the SP1 above (yes-even the C-mag) can be used in this rifle. Until I get my remington M700 with AICS in 7.62NATO, this is my go to long distance shooter.
and
Well, that's about it. The only two items not showing are the Maverick/Mossberg Bullpup 12 guage and the Cobray M-11 semiauto. They are both at the shop (new barrel for the mossy and refinishing for the Cobray - I plan to sell the Cobray so want to pretty it up)
Enjoy! As always, be happy to answer any questions...
God bless the U. S of A!
I decided against getting my firearms permit 10 years ago, too much hassle and too little time.
However I did get my (heavily supervised) paws on a Glock 17 at the age of 11 and spent many a happy Saturday afternoon at the range with my old man. Also shot alot of other .22, .38 and 9mm over the years.
I decided against getting my firearms permit 10 years ago, too much hassle and too little time.
However I did get my (heavily supervised) paws on a Glock 17 at the age of 11 and spent many a happy Saturday afternoon at the range with my old man. Also shot alot of other .22, .38 and 9mm over the years.
k with my sjimmyjimjim said:
I know the GSG-5 has a fake suppressor (don't think the GSG-5 is made any more, either?) - I'm assuming the others are fake as well?
Yes. To all. The GSG-5 SD is a shroud because the barrel has to be 16 inches in the US before you have to register it as an SBR (short barreled rifle) which involves $200 and a lot of paperwork.HK sued GSG. As per the terms of the settlement, GSG redesigned it's ware to make them "less HK like". So the SD model is still made, it just doesn't look like an MP5.
The P22 came with the fake suppresor. The CX4 is actually a shroud that acts as a heatsink (supposedly) as well - keeps the barrel from overheating (again, supposedly)
Interesting tidbit about the GSG shroud. That is actually a replacement shroud. It appears that the original shroud was too easy to convert to a real suppresor so I had to send it back for that replacement via a BATFE (Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives) recall letter
Famous Graham said:
Blimey.
Obviously there's some UK "OMG they are guns!" bias to this, but still...
How come you mention "carrying"? Do you work in security/law enforcement, or is it really a necessity for regular citizens to have a gun on them in Florida?
Not a necessity. Just a right. Those that fear firearms shouldn't carry them. Just as those that fear chainsaws shouldn't use them. (MHO of course)Obviously there's some UK "OMG they are guns!" bias to this, but still...
How come you mention "carrying"? Do you work in security/law enforcement, or is it really a necessity for regular citizens to have a gun on them in Florida?
ETA:
Most of my firearms would be currently unsuitable for carry (at least for me). Take the Walther P22. Great target pistol, but I'm not betting my life on a .22 calibre gun. The 9mm 1911 Springfield Loaded? Too big. have you ever tried to sit down with a full sized 1911 concealed? Not happening. Besides that particular gun is slated for an IPSC/IDPA build. The collectibles I won't shoot much and if I don't shoot them, I don't carry them. Finally, the carbines are strictly for sport/fun/target and you can't conceal them anyway...
Edited by ErnestM on Monday 7th February 01:12
ErnestM said:
HK sued GSG. As per the terms of the settlement, GSG redesigned it's ware to make them "less HK like". So the SD model is still made, it just doesn't look like an MP5.
Remembered that, didn't know the oucome. This thread has reminded me that now I'm a LPR, I'm now able to purchase weapons. In fact, I think I'm obligated to!I'm tempted by a Ruger 10/22, with an EOTech holosight, but the Walther P22 also appeals. As does the Glock 17 (as you said, it appears to be mandatory - what is it now, 4th gen?) and the FiveseveN. Alas, too many calls on the finances, but what better way to spend the tax refund...
jimmyjimjim said:
ErnestM said:
HK sued GSG. As per the terms of the settlement, GSG redesigned it's ware to make them "less HK like". So the SD model is still made, it just doesn't look like an MP5.
Remembered that, didn't know the oucome. This thread has reminded me that now I'm a LPR, I'm now able to purchase weapons. In fact, I think I'm obligated to!I'm tempted by a Ruger 10/22, with an EOTech holosight, but the Walther P22 also appeals. As does the Glock 17 (as you said, it appears to be mandatory - what is it now, 4th gen?) and the FiveseveN. Alas, too many calls on the finances, but what better way to spend the tax refund...
If you tell me what you want to spend and your purposes, I will be happy to make some suggestions.
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