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Discuss firearms, politics, 2nd amendment news. We value freedom of speech as much as we do the right to keep and bear arms. Posts must be somewhat related to firearms and must comply with the Global Reddit Rules.

Discuss firearms, politics, 2nd amendment news. We value freedom of speech as much as we do the right to keep and bear arms. Posts must be somewhat related to firearms and must comply with the Global Reddit Rules.


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The Four Rules of Gun Safety:

  • Treat all guns as if they are always loaded
  • Never let the muzzle cover anything you are not willing to destroy.
  • Keep your finger off the trigger until your sights are on the target.
  • Be sure of your target and what is beyond it.

Gun Safety Wiki
Hickock45 video on Gun Safety
NSSF video on Range Safety and Etiquette
Assault weapon talking points [1] [2]


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  • Transactions involving ammunition and items defined as firearms by the ATF are prohibited.
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  • the rest of the rules are here

Firearms Factsheet 2022

Plans for a reloading bench (thanks to /u/Faux_Squatch) Direct Plans


Related Subs

Please PM The /r/Firearms Moderation Team if you would like your firearm-related subreddit added to this list.

Archived sub links can be found here.

Politics
   
General politics
/r/DGU /r/GunControl
/r/GunPolitics /r/GunResearch
/r/2ALiberals /r/liberalgunowners
/r/NOWTTYG /r/Politics
/r/ProGun /r/SecondAmendment
/r/USMilitia /r/pro2aliberals
/r/PoliticalDebate -
Micronations
/r/Liberland /r/libertarian
Platforms
   
/r/1022 /r/1911fans
/r/1911 /r/AK47
/r/AR10 /r/AR15
/r/BlackPowder /r/FNFAL
/r/Galil /r/Handguns
/r/Mini14 /r/MosinNagant
/r/MP5 /r/ptr91
/r/Revolvers /r/Shotguns
/r/SKS /r/Tavor
Misc
   
/r/3gun /r/Airguns
/r/BlackGunOwners /r/CCW
/r/ClayBusters /r/CompetitionShooting
/r/CowboyAction /r/HomeDefense
/r/Hunting /r/LeftyGuns
/r/LongRange /r/NFA
/r/OpenCarry /r/PinkPistols
/r/SmallGroups /r/SocialistRA
/r/Suppressors /r/jewishguns/
Manufacturers
   
/r/Armalite /r/Beretta
/r/Caracal_Firearms /r/CZFirearms
/r/Daewoo /r/Glocks
/r/HecklerKoch /r/Kahr
/r/KRISS /r/Makarov
/r/Ruger /r/Saiga
/r/SIGSauer /r/SmithAndWesson
/r/SpringfieldArmory /r/Steyr
/r/Tanfoglio /r/Taurus_firearms
/r/Walther /r/henryrifles
Locations

State/regional subreddits

   
/r/ALGuns /r/MSGuns
/r/AKGuns /r/MOGuns
/r/AZGuns /r/ArizonaGuns /r/MTGuns
/r/ARGuns /r/NDGuns
/r/CAGuns /r/NEGuns
/r/COGuns /r/ColoradoGuns /r/NJGuns
/r/CTGuns /r/NVGuns
/r/DEGuns /r/NHGuns
/r/DCGuns /r/NJGuns
/r/FLGuns /r/NMGuns
/r/GAGuns /r/NYGuns
/r/HIGuns /r/OKShooters
/r/IDGuns /r/OHGuns
/r/ILGuns /r/ORGuns
/r/INGuns /r/PAGuns
/r/IAGuns /r/RIGuns
/r/KSGuns /r/SCGuns
/r/KYGuns /r/Kentuckianaguns /r/SDGuns
/r/NCGuns /r/TNGuns
/r/LAGuns /r/TexasGuns
/r/MDGuns /r/UTGuns
/r/MAGuns /r/VAGuns
/r/MEGuns /r/VTGuns
/r/MIGuns /r/WA_Guns
/r/MNGuns /r/WVGuns
/r/NCGuns /r/WIGuns
- /r/WYGuns

Other regional/international gun subreddits

   
/r/AusGuns /r/CanadaGuns
/r/SwissGuns /r/SwitzerlandGuns
/r/BayAreaGunMeetups (CA) /r/pdsgunnuts (OR)
/r/KCGuns (MO) /r/PhillyGuns (PA)
/r/AustinGuns (TX) /r/DFWGuns (TX)
/r/HoustonGuns (TX) /r/SanAntonioGuns (TX)
/r/Armes_a_feu/ /r/EuropeGuns/
/r/GardenStateGuns/ (NJ) -
General
   
/r/Firearms /r/ForgottenWeapons
/r/GunCleaning /r/GunDeals
/r/gecko45 /r/GunniTXT
/r/GunPorn /r/Guns
/r/preppers /r/prepping
/r/collapse -
DIY
   
Targets for Free
/r/fosscad /r/CastBoolits
/r/CustomHolsters /r/DIYGuns
/r/FunnyGun /r/GunDesign
/r/Gunsmithing /r/Reloading
Calibers
   
/r/9mm
/r/10MM /r/22LR
/r/300BLK /r/65Grendel
/r/68SPC /r/Rimfire

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FDE .45 Friday

0 Comments
2025/01/17
22:42 UTC

1

Armenia Drawing from holster PM Makarov

Think I hit it once it was a really small target

5 Comments
2025/01/17
22:39 UTC

35

Mini 14

It's not always everyone's favorite, but it should be up there on the list.

3 Comments
2025/01/17
21:47 UTC

7

The mixtape is always better than the album (Palmetto State Armory)

8 Comments
2025/01/17
21:40 UTC

16

Double carry handle mount?

Why run one aiming system… when you could run 3?

3 Comments
2025/01/17
21:21 UTC

0

Aero Precision Upper?

I bought this upper from an FFL for about $450 and am wondering if anyone has any experience with Aeros uppers. Did I do good?

7 Comments
2025/01/17
19:59 UTC

0

I need to get a new rifle

9 Comments
2025/01/17
19:47 UTC

423

The ATF Director giggled after receiving an 80% lower as a parting gift, and outgoing AG Garland was sent off with a TOMMY GUN courtesy of the FBI.

Attorney General Merrick Garland laughed while being gifted a Tommy Gun with a drum magazine as a retirement present from the FBI. This is coming from the same DOJ that calls these "gangster-type weapons" and "especially dangerous and unusual."

Meanwhile, the ATF Director was gifted an 80% lower for an AR-15 as a parting gift. The audacity didn’t stop there, Dettelbach laughed out loud as he was told the frame didn’t need to be “traced” or “registered,” actions that could potentially violate multiple federal and D.C. laws.

The hypocrisy is staggering. The same people who vilify law-abiding gun owners are delighted to get their hands on items they restrict for everyone else. Rules for thee, but not for me. They’re openly mocking us while trampling on our rights. Unreal.

17 Comments
2025/01/17
19:44 UTC

7

Keep Or Toss The Cardboard Boxes?

I have approximately 15 cardboard boxes for long guns and pistols. I have no current thoughts of selling any of the guns that I have boxes for. Does having the cardboard box add any value if I were to sell?

14 Comments
2025/01/17
18:52 UTC

41

EDC for past 5 years

Sig P365XL, True Precision Extended threaded barrel, Sig 15rd extended mag with Hornady Critical Duty hollows, and a Vedder LightTuck hoister (not pictured). 3000+ rounds later and 0 hiccups, been a phenomenal carry. I like the size, but I think next pistol I get to EDC I’ll go a bit larger.

11 Comments
2025/01/17
17:53 UTC

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Need Advice On A Trade

I’ve been trying to sell or trade my Henry Side Gate 45-70

I have a K31 1944 all numbers matching offer for it.

Would this be a decent trade?

2 Comments
2025/01/17
17:13 UTC

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Rifle Laser

The laser has Russian writing on it, does anyone know what laser is on the bottom gun in this video?

https://youtube.com/shorts/MlC238BkjCo?si=TOLbnP7h-6Xl34EE

1 Comment
2025/01/17
16:00 UTC

167

Ammo Scam Alert!

I hope nobody fell for this. I had an email show up in my inbox for an ammo sale from (what I thought was) CCI. Blazer and Federal ammo for amazing prices. Looked almost totally legit. The prices are too awesome and the URL seemed strange to me. I put some 9mm in my cart and was about to purchase and that's when I noticed something glaring about the URL which had slightly changed. I then did a Google search for CCI's site and confirmed my suspicion. Not only was the URL wrong, on CCI's ACTUAL site there is a huge notice at the top of their homepage...

"We have been made aware that fraudulent sites have been impersonating our brands. Please do not engage with these sites. We are working on getting them removed. Our official URL is www.cci-ammunition.com"

Just a friendly FYI for everyone. The fraudulent site I almost slipped up on is very well done. They even sent me a "friendly reminder" that I had items in my cart that were almost sold out.

Stay vigilant.

26 Comments
2025/01/17
15:57 UTC

1

Stupid Question about Bolt Action

Ok so this may be an incredibly stupid question but I need to ask. This is my first time with a bolt action. I want to practice clearing the gun and proving it safe before going to a range with it. I am unable to cycle the bolt backwards until I have squeezed the trigger, but I feel like I should be able to pull the bolt back and clear the gun if needed?

Example.

  1. Mag is empty, no ammo present at all

  2. I push the bolt forward and down into place

  3. I can lift the bolt up, but cannot pull back no matter the position of safety (shouldn't I be able to?)

  4. Only way to allow the bolt to be pulled back is after I squeeze the trigger and drt fire.

I feel like if I'm at the range and I load a cartridge, cycle the bolt forward, and then someone calls "cease fire" I should be able to drop the mag, pull the bolt up and back, safety on, and then verify feeding path,etc

Edit: This is a savage Axis. Brand new

7 Comments
2025/01/17
15:53 UTC

0

Ar15 sights

Any suggestions on a ar15 sight for hog hunting/ home defense even if I swap them out

0 Comments
2025/01/17
15:29 UTC

40

Colt Anaconda 4.25

Updated Wilson front and rear sights

4 Comments
2025/01/17
15:24 UTC

1

What would you recommend?

I have a budget of $3k and am looking at buying a pistol. I have my ccw. Looking for recommendations for the best options I have with this budget. Thanks.

6 Comments
2025/01/17
15:13 UTC

1

Suggestions for first time firearm owner?

Good morning. Curious to see what type of weapon you all might recommend for a 40 something male who would like to learn how to safely operated a firearm with no prior experience. I live in a “may issue” county in the state I’m in - not sure if that matters. My goal is to obtain a CCW between now and late Spring.

I’m starting a firearm safety course next month(and another course after that), so I’m sure instructors will probably make some recommendations for a first time gun owner. But also wanted to get other opinions as well.

Thanks in advance.

30 Comments
2025/01/17
14:15 UTC

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Parents buying gun as gift considered straw sale?

I’m a 19 year old wisconsin citizen, and I’d like a revolver to plink around with, and possibly do a bit of cowboy shooting, I’m not looking to carry it (concealed or open) or anything, but would a immediate family member be able to purchase a handgun from and ffl with the sole intention if gifting it to me?

24 Comments
2025/01/17
14:10 UTC

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Military drill PM Makarov

Went to a range on my 15th Birthday I live in Armenia and did this DW ik my gun safety

54 Comments
2025/01/17
13:11 UTC

13

Shooting PM Makarov from holster

This was done in Armenia on my 15th birthday

1 Comment
2025/01/17
13:11 UTC

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What's your favorite handgun for carry and shooting range fun

Personally I would take the sig m18 or a Glock 19 for carry but for shooting Glock 34 mos or a sig p365 xl don't say stacatto they are good guns but the trigger is too light for me I end up looking for the wall and in doing so shooting early.

17 Comments
2025/01/17
13:10 UTC

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What's your new gun routine? Straight to the range, maybe a little oil on the slide? Full breakdown, clean and lube? Somewhere in-between?

23 Comments
2025/01/17
13:07 UTC

1

Star Model B compatible magazines?

Hey all. looking for magazines that would be compatible with a Star Model B with as minimal modification to the magazines as possible. I know there are a handful of actual Star Model B magazines still being made, but they are seemingly hens teeth up here in canada, and magazines are ITAR items so....mildly expensive to import

Are there any other single stack, 9mm magazines out there people have found to work in the Model B?

Im certainly willing to do a little dremel work if need be. (on the magazines, not the gun, calm down. im not going to bubba an 82 year old gun.)

2 Comments
2025/01/17
11:04 UTC

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What barrel profiles do European military rifles that are chambered in 5.56 use?

I want to say that I've been doing very specific research on American rifles like the AR-15 and other such rifles and found that there's several different barrel profiles for different barrels and I'm curious to know what barrel profile do most European military rifles use since I'm finding from my research that most of the barrel profiles used in American rifles have a lot of trade-offs to them but I want to know what types of barrel profiles European rifles use so I can learn more about what's good and what isn't

2 Comments
2025/01/17
08:02 UTC

0

What are the Pros/Cons of these two different styles and which is better for CQB?

23 Comments
2025/01/17
06:33 UTC

16

How do we feel about hp22a’s?

Just picked up the range kit for about $250. Bought a different grip plate and upgraded the recoil spring for better performance. Any recommendations on how to make this thing a slick little range shooter?

4 Comments
2025/01/17
05:15 UTC

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