Frostbite Shoot - Jan 27th, 2008 After Action Report!!

[Spot77]

What a turnout, and what a beautiful day. After 9:00am or so there wasn't a cloud in the sky and the temp was in the low 40's.

We officially had 85 people....let me say that again EIGHTY FIVE people show up to shoot today.


I didn't get too many pictures worth posting, but I'll put them up and let others post theirs as much as they want.

Thanks to everybody for showing up, stimulating the economy, and shooting what we figured was at least 80,000 to 90,000 rounds today (heck half of that was probably run through Jeepdriver's guns!)

[Norton]

Way to go....you put this up about 12.5 seconds before I entered mine.

I'm off to eat dinner, I'll post more later.

[Spot77]

Some pics:


Don't underestimate a pink AR in capable hands.....

[Spot77]

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yup......

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...Here's one of my favorites....notice the brass flying out? :)

[Redneck]

Couldnt have got me to smile in either pic, I look so pissed. The first pic of me I was actually very happy. I only shot that .243 4 times. The first one I flinched and was a 1/2" off from the group of 3 which could have been covered by a penny. I played hell trying to get my bros .243 dialed in, I finally gave up after 15 rounds or so.

Just want to say make sure I say thanks to Dave (Drmsparks) and Terry (3rdRecon) for letting Simon and I run some rounds through your guns. I really appreciate the opportunity to fire different types of rifles and handguns and the fact that you trust me enough to leave them at my bench and walk away for a while blew my mind. Im glad that there were 85 trustworthy and safe people there shooting today. At no point did I feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Well I was a little uncomfortable when I first got there, but that wore off quick.

[Norton]

OK....belly's full. Amazing how good a Sam Adam's Honey Porter tastes after a good day of shooting.

Thank you to everyone for making today a safe and enjoyable day. Even with 85 or so people on the line and several hundred firearms on site, I think I only had to make 2 or 3 safety corrections the entire day and those were minor ones.

A huge thank you also goes out to those that donated materials for the raffle. We raised over $300 to put towards something for the next shoot.

I love my new G30, but I'm afraid that tzoid may have ruined me for life with his most excellent tricked out SIG as did JeepDriver with the 9mm AR SBR. Follow that up with the Mk23 SOCOM and I now have an expensive shopping list :D

I managed to avoid Blind(The Grim Reaper) Viper's shotgun of pain today, but found Canuck's little AOW 870 to not be too unpleasant.

It's apparent the fawning over the ROBARMs is not idle BS....the rifle shoots extremely well.

All in all an excellent day. We'll have another sometime before summer.

[Spot77]

All in all an excellent day. We'll have another sometime before summer.


Next weekend is "before summer." :D


Nah, I couldn't handle another shoot so soon.

Maybe two weeks from now.:lol2:

[Corsica Coatings]

I managed to avoid Blind(The Grim Reaper) Viper's shotgun of pain today, but found Canuck's little AOW 870 to not be too unpleasant.
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I got to put a few 3" Nitro No. 2 shot through it. Definitely a ton of fun, just dont get your hand stuck in that front folding grip!

[VNVGUNNER]

Thanks to you and Spott for doing what you do so well.

[JeepDriver]

Hell in 2 weeks I might have the guns cleaned.

I need time to pick up some more .223/5.56mm.

Give me a month or so.

[Norton]

Thanks to you and Spott for doing what you do so well.

For my part, it really is my pleasure. I basically organize huge events for a living, so this is not that difficult and it sure is a whole lot more fun than the ones I normally do.

We should also remember that without DD214's forethought in establishing MDShooters.com we wouldn't have these events or the legislative success we've had the last couple sessions.

[Spot77]

heck I shot only 120 rounds all day, but they were damn fun rounds!

40 45ACP through my 1911 and 10 45ACP through Norton's G30

40 .22lr through mt P22

30 rounds through the M16 :D

This was the first time I shot since the last gathering we had back in October, and it's also the first time since my hand surgery. I'm pretty satisfied that I can handle just about a full day at the range with handguns and rifles now.

Way too much fun today. Thanks everybody!

[Redneck]

Hell in 2 weeks I might have the guns cleaned.

I need time to pick up some more .223/5.56mm.

Give me a month or so.

Im still trying to unpack. Im bouncing back and forth between Mythbusters, here, eating, and drinking some beer.

I wonder when all of my guns will get cleaned, I know it wont be tonight :sad20:

[JeepDriver]

Im still trying to unpack. Im bouncing back and forth between Mythbusters, here, eating, and drinking some beer.

I wonder when all of my guns will get cleaned, I know it wont be tonight :sad20:

Yep, I'm on the couch w/ a Sam Adams Winter Lager and the lap top.

Ain't no guns getting cleaned tonight.

[Spot77]

Yep, I'm on the couch w/ a Sam Adams Winter Lager and the lap top.

Ain't no guns getting cleaned tonight.

Good choice. I already put down a Winter, now I'm on to a Saranac Black and Tan........



After the few rounds I shot today, I have no need to clean anything :rasp:

[gtodave]

I had a great time, thanks to the organizers.

I noticed a stange phenomenon though.....as the day went on, my ammo bag got lighter and lighter :shrug:. I'm afraid to look inside and see how much I have to replace :lol2: . I'm figuring 4-500 rounds (I think JeepDriver did that in the first half-hour though :lol2: ).

Good to put a few faces to some screennames. I look forward to another gathering.


Dave

[bmdmc]

No gun cleaning for me either. Great time today, thanks everyone.

[Shay]

haha, me and 4g64loser are already done our cleaning :P

Getting myself comfy on the couch, getting ready to eat chili. But great shoot all around! I loved looking at the collections of guns.

[metalman3006]

It was alot of fun. I will definitly go again. Thanks to everyone who let me shoot their guns. I only cleaned the guns i shot the corosive ammo in tonight I'll clean the rest latter.:-)

[AKbythebay]

Great time today. Got to put faces to names of a whole bunch of members I had not met yet. Also enjoyed firing up the Garand for the first time ... God of love the "ping". Anyway, already looking forward to the next one.

Thanks Spot, Norton and DD for all the work you guys do to put these things together!

[Drmsparks]

Hi guys!

Thanks to Redneck and Simon for letting me hang out and share a bench. I'm glad you enjoyed the visit with WWII.

Thanks to 3rdRecon for letting me try his M1a, and to the gentleman with the Troy(?) M1a I tried and the other gentleman with the nice camo FAL I got to shoot. Thanks Spott for the use of the P-22 and Thanks to Ed Shell for the lessons on the M1a.

I'd thank Canuck(? I think) for letting me shoot that 1 oz .357 snubby but my hands are still tingling.....

Most of all, thanks to the guys who organized this and ran the Range- DD214, Norton, Spot, and everyone I forgot.

I had a bunch of great conversations and look forward to doing this again. It was great to put names to faces.

I need to clean the Mauser, and probably the handguns but that's it for tonight!

Dave

[alucard0822]

We had loads of fun. Many thanks to DD214, Spot and Norton for putting everything together. So far I haven't been home yet, but don't really have that much to clean. I hope the big turnout is a good sign of things to come in annapolis this session. It was nice to see everybody again, and I can't wait until the next one.

[Lunchbox]

Thanks to all who planned/ran/organized this event!! I think I had more fun drooling over everyone elses guns than shooting my own. Although shooting that Barrett was awesome :thumbsup::thumbsup: I didn't know anyone and its kinda hard to strike up conversations with ear plugs in... so I lurked in the background alot.... I still had a blast, looking forward to getting to know you guys some more at the next shoot!!

[Simon Yu]

Back at the comp after getting home, unloading stuff, and showering. Definitely a great way to end winter break.

A big thanks to everyone that let me shoot their guns or shared information about their's, makes the AR build down the line easier to visualize.

Shooting an M1A, a Garand, and a M1 carbine in quick succession was a neat experience, like meeting 3 generations of a family. Definitely loved the WWII era stuff drmsparks brought, history's always been a favorite subject of mine.

Looking forward to the next event!

[novus collectus]

It was alot of fun. I will definitly go again. Thanks to everyone who let me shoot their guns. I only cleaned the guns i shot the corosive ammo in tonight I'll clean the rest latter.:-)
Thanks for letting me shoot all that surplus 7.62x25 ammo metalman. Great being able to shoot stuff as hot as S&B.

[Redneck]

haha, me and 4g64loser are already done our cleaning :P

Getting myself comfy on the couch, getting ready to eat chili. But great shoot all around! I loved looking at the collections of guns.

Where the hell were you guys? I was looking for 2 younger people like myself and couldnt put names to faces.

[Spot77]

Where the hell were you guys? I was looking for 2 younger people like myself and couldnt put names to faces.

What are you trying to say about THE REST OF US??????? :lol2:

[Lunchbox]

Where the hell were you guys? I was looking for 2 younger people like myself and couldnt put names to faces.

I had the same problem, not everyone had name tags on and since I've never met anyone from the forums face to face it made it a little hard to track folks down :D

[Jaybeez]

I had alot of fun. Its tough for me to talk to people i dont know in person , but a few times i managed to force myself to be friendly and social. Thanks to all the staff that put this together, and thanks you all the shooters who have helped me add to my shopping list.

[boatbod]

I'd like to add my thanks to Spot, Norton and DD for organizing today's get together. It's the first time I've been to one of these events - actually the first time I've been to a real range - so its safe to say I have an absolute blast!

See you all at the next event!
Graham

[Redneck]

Even though we have never met eachother I was amazed how trusting of eachother we were. Drmsparks left his Garand and a few others on my bench with ammo and walked away. I was packing up and didnt want to just leave them on the ground so I found him and made sure he didnt want me to take them home. 3rdRecon did the same thing gave me 2 guns, mags, showed me how they worked, and walked away. Never in my life would I be comfortable anywhere leaving my guns to someone else, but today I had no worries. Im glad theres some trust left in people today. I cant imagine what our day would have been like if everyone was uptight, stingy, and greedy.

[JeepDriver]

Even though we have never met eachother I was amazed how trusting of eachother we were. Drmsparks left his Garand and a few others on my bench with ammo and walked away. I was packing up and didnt want to just leave them on the ground so I found him and made sure he didnt want me to take them home. 3rdRecon did the same thing gave me 2 guns, mags, showed me how they worked, and walked away. Never in my life would I be comfortable anywhere leaving my guns to someone else, but today I had no worries. Im glad theres some trust left in people today. I cant imagine what our day would have been like if everyone was uptight, stingy, and greedy.

Which is why I attend these events. There are some damn good people here.

I shouldn't leave the rifles I do laying around, but I feel totally safe doing so at these shoots. Everyone is there with a common goal, to have a good time.

I've gotten to know a few of the guys that are in my area pretty good, and I look foward to getting to know a few others in the area. It's always good to know where like minded people are in the event of an emergency :D

[bigjohn]

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[navycrna]

Another thanks here for Norton, DD, & Spot. Very well organized. What a fantastic day. Finally was able to put some rounds through the 6.8. Only bad part was sitting next to the Barrett and having my stomach turned upside down every time by the concusion of the blowback. ;)

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[tzoid]

I had a Blast ! :party29:

Thanks everyone for the hospitality and great generosity.

We have a great Group of people and I'm honored to be a part of Md Shooters Forum.

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[Lunchbox]

Another thanks here for Norton, DD, & Spot. Very well organized. What a fantastic day. Finally was able to put some rounds through the 6.8. Only bad part was sitting next to the Barrett and having my stomach turned upside down every time by the concusion of the blowback. ;)

SORRY!!!

I didn't realize that the blast wave from that bad boy was so rough. I walked away from that table grinning and I still am a little... :D

[Redneck]

Finally was able to put some rounds through the 6.8.

BTW Thanks again for the 2 mags. That was one gun I really wanted to shoot before I made up my mind if I want to buy one or not.

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[BlindViper]

SORRY!!!

I didn't realize that the blast wave from that bad boy was so rough. I walked away from that table grinning and I still am a little... :D

I pulled someones girlfriend from the direction of the muzzle blast. She didn't understand what I was doing till it went off.

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[AKbythebay]

Here's a pic from the "low rent" district down in the grass at the far left side. That's your's truly giving the AK-74 a try :gun7::gun7::gun7::gun7:

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[bmdmc]

50BMG is fun, BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOMMMMMMMM. Punch holes in steel, next time i'll bring some 1 inch plates and maybe an I-beam, and I will sight it in better, it's set for 600 yards. Was wondering if it's possible to get that plate with the holes in it though. No one ever gets used to the 50 firing, though as a former cannon cocker 155mm goes boom even better, and an M1A tank wow! I still have about 100 rounds, it wasn't shot that much today, maybe 31 rounds.

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[novus collectus]

I'd like to add my thanks to Spot, Norton and DD for organizing today's get together. It's the first time I've been to one of these events - actually the first time I've been to a real range - so its safe to say I have an absolute blast!

See you all at the next event!
Graham
Hey Boatbod, there was a guy at the range I met with a name that sounded just like yours. I think he said his name was Boatbawd, or Boatbot or something.










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[3rdRcn]

Geez, I really don't know where to start with the thank you part. I can not believe how many different .45's I shot today, thanks to all the guys that brought them and hunted me down to let me shoot them! To anyone else that let me shoot their guns, thank you very much! To all the good folks who showed up to have a good time, thank you very much! I just can't tell you how great it feels to me being around so many people that love this sport as much as they do.

Ya know, I never ever ever let my daughter get out of my sight when shooting at my own range because of the very uncomfortable feeling I get doing that. This event has so many good people that I actually let her go with some friends to shoot with them and that takes an extraordinary level of comfort for me to do, thank you ALL very much. My buddies that came up from North Carolina specifically for this shoot had a great time and I thank all the folks that let them try shooting some different guns, I think we will be seeing them on the forum soon. Can't wait till the next one!!!

[Lostfantum]

Sounds like I missed a really good time today.

[3rdRcn]

Sounds like I missed a really good time today.

That would be the understatement of the year, you gotta get to one of these!

[Jaybeez]

50BMG is fun, BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOMMMMMMMM. Punch holes in steel, next time i'll bring some 1 inch plates and maybe an I-beam, and I will sight it in better, it's set for 600 yards. Was wondering if it's possible to get that plate with the holes in it though. No one ever gets used to the 50 firing, though as a former cannon cocker 155mm goes boom even better, and an M1A tank wow! I still have about 100 rounds, it wasn't shot that much today, maybe 31 rounds.

I think that i blacked out a little when i pulled the trigger.....................

[DD214]

What a great day. Thanks to everyone for coming, and thanks for being such an excellent group of respectable, trustworthy, and safe people (yes, even Spot77 ;)) Shame on those in our government who think that we should not have the right to do what we did today. I think they should attend the next event.

Also, a huge thanks to everyone who chipped in to cover my MDShooters receiver. You have no idea how much that means to me. That will definitely be the hand-me-down to one of my sons to pass through the generations, and the fact that it was a gift from the group gives it that much more sentimental value. :beer:

It was good to meet so many of you, and to put faces to names. The next event can't come soon enough.

[slayr15]

wow i had a great time i have never seen so much fire power at one place! thanks to dd214, norton ,spot77, for the safest range i have ever been on thanks to 3rd recon for the 9mm, jeep ,jim from corsica,for letting me try the suppressors ,coinboy for breaking my class 3 virginity and to every bodyi had a great time and cant wait to go to the next one.

[DD214]

Oh, and a huge thank you to those that donated items for the raffle. We raised a little over $300 to go towards the next event. We haven't decided what we are going to do, but at least we've got some resources to work with now.

[bmdmc]

Another thanks here for Norton, DD, & Spot. Very well organized. What a fantastic day. Finally was able to put some rounds through the 6.8. Only bad part was sitting next to the Barrett and having my stomach turned upside down every time by the concusion of the blowback. ;)

You loved it, and you know it. Did you ever get a round down range of the 50 BMG? Next time I'll make it up to you, free shots, 5 rounds. But I want to try some of those guns you had too.

[bigjohn]

corsica coatings, thank for letting me put some rounds through the silenced .22's

[4g64loser]

50BMG is nice, but its much more spectacular in belt fed form!

as for the gentlemen that ran this shoot, Norton, Spot, Don, and EVERYONE else that attended and did such a great job self policing that Evil Norton did not make an appearance, i can only say THANK YOU all. these events are proof positive that responsible citizens can and should be armed.

next time i'll have to bring a few more toys, i left most of the arsenal home this trip. come warmer weather some of the more fun guns may put in their appearance.

[BlindViper]

Lets invite O'malley to the next shoot

[bmdmc]

What a great day. Thanks to everyone for coming, and thanks for being such an excellent group of respectable, trustworthy, and safe people (yes, even Spot77 ;)) Shame on those in our government who think that we should not have the right to do what we did today. I think they should attend the next event.

Also, a huge thanks to everyone who chipped in to cover my MDShooters receiver. You have no idea how much that means to me. That will definitely be the hand-me-down to one of my sons to pass through the generations, and the fact that it was a gift from the group gives it that much more sentimental value. :beer:

It was good to meet so many of you, and to put faces to names. The next event can't come soon enough.

Next event 4 weeks from now? That's enough time to clean all the guns, and stock up on some more ammo. Got to find a bigger range though. And more neat guns for those who really like recoil....

[Corsica Coatings]

corsica coatings, thank for letting me put some rounds through the silenced .22's

wow i had a great time i have never seen so much fire power at one place! thanks to dd214, norton ,spot77, for the safest range i have ever been on thanks to 3rd recon for the 9mm, jeep ,jim from corsica,for letting me try the suppressors ,coinboy for breaking my class 3 virginity and to every bodyi had a great time and cant wait to go to the next one.

Anytime guys, I enjoyed meeting you all.

[cbburke]

Too bad that I had to miss it today, I thought it was going to be a good turnout and Yes, 85 People is alot..

Safety IS THE MOST IMPORTANT Part.

Keep posting those pix and all of that, I would like to see more people coming in the near future...

Now the fun is over ( for now)

We gotta step up and write to those people in Annapolis to fight for our cause ..

[bmdmc]

50BMG is nice, but its much more spectacular in belt fed form!

as for the gentlemen that ran this shoot, Norton, Spot, Don, and EVERYONE else that attended and did such a great job self policing that Evil Norton did not make an appearance, i can only say THANK YOU all. these events are proof positive that responsible citizens can and should be armed.

next time i'll have to bring a few more toys, i left most of the arsenal home this trip. come warmer weather some of the more fun guns may put in their appearance.

Belt fed 50 BMG full auto I can only wish in this state. And talk about ouch in the wallet. Does anyone make a 50BMG belt fed kit in semi-auto? Would like a 30 cal full auto, but I can't seem to find one at a reasonable price.

I really didn't take out most of my toys today. I just brought out the BIG guns.

[Numidian]

Paige and I had a blast. Quite literally.

It was good meeting all the Hazzard County locals! We're gonna have to get together for a bite one night.

Maybe it's cause I'm a poor broke college kid, but I just have to say thank you to everyone who let me shoot their guns and didn't accept money for their ammo...

Paige LOVED the .460 revolver and she wants a big stainless revolver now LOL

[boatbod]

Hey Boatbod, there was a guy at the range I met with a name that sounded just like yours. I think he said his name was Boatbawd, or Boatbot or something.

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Yeah, just where did that Brit learn how to speak English?

[Chris L]

Just wanted to add my $.02. Thanks to DD214, Norton, Spot77 for putting on a great event. Also, thanks to Delmarva Sporting Clays for hosting the shoot! This was my first event with MD Shooters and it will definitely not be my last. Also wanted to say thanks to tzoid for letting me run a mag through one of the XCR's (I'm the guy with Punisher Skull lower).

[bmdmc]

Paige and I had a blast. Quite literally.

It was good meeting all the Hazzard County locals! We're gonna have to get together for a bite one night.

Maybe it's cause I'm a poor broke college kid, but I just have to say thank you to everyone who let me shoot their guns and didn't accept money for their ammo...

Paige LOVED the .460 revolver and she wants a big stainless revolver now LOL


Your welcome, the only ammo I charge for is 50 BMG (saving up for the semi auto), the rest to me, is well, if you gonna shoot, may as well let others shoot. That 460 isn't worth it, get her a 357 or 44 magnum, slap a scope or red dot on it. Good to go, and a lot cheaper. Though I do have another 460 short barrel, I'll sell it for the right price.

And for those who haven't shot a 460 vs. 500 S&W mag, the 460 is faster. And actually more powerfull.

[Numidian]

Your welcome, the only ammo I charge for is 50 BMG (saving up for the semi auto), the rest to me, is well, if you gonna shoot, may as well let others shoot. That 460 isn't worth it, get her a 357 or 44 magnum, slap a scope or red dot on it. Good to go, and a lot cheaper. Though I do have another 460 short barrel, I'll sell it for the right price.

And for those who haven't shot a 460 vs. 500 S&W mag, the 460 is faster. And actually more powerfull.

Oh I wasn't gonna get her a .460 I was thinking either .44 or .357mag... Or if I get into reloading I could just get her a .45LC and load up some monsters :innocent0

[tzoid]

Just wanted to add my $.02. Thanks to DD214, Norton, Spot77 for putting on a great event. Also, thanks to Delmarva Sporting Clays for hosting the shoot! This was my first event with MD Shooters and it will definitely not be my last. Also wanted to say thanks to tzoid for letting me run a mag through one of the XCR's (I'm the guy with Punisher Skull lower).

Chris.. not a problem

I really liked the punisher skull logo on your AR.

I hope you don't mind if I borrow that idea ..:D

I have 2 Mega Lowers that are naked ...with plenty of room for some Art.

[bmdmc]

Hopefully I'll have videos and pics up tomorrow.

[2SAM22]

More pics from today.

[4g64loser]

the .460 is a MEAN round. i dont need it, or i'd get one. my friend (and primary gun supplier) Richard calls me "the collector of fine .22s" since so many of my weapons are .224 diameter bores. i usually go for small, fast bullets (like my .22-250) but recently he got me interested in a .444 Marlin Outfillter that just happened to come into the shop. i consequently bought it before he even could put a price tag on it. it is my sole "big bore" gun and even though ammo for it is EXPENSIVE!!! i'll probably bring it out to the next shoot. i'm gonna throw this spare simmons scope i've got on top of it with a set of IronSighter mounts and it will become my brush gun.

my AR and other "varmint" weapons, as previously mentioned, skipped this trip, but will make the next one. as for anything bigger, when someone shows me a game animal in maryland that i CAN'T kill with a .444, i'll just have to upgrade!

[Chris L]

Chris.. not a problem

I really liked the punisher skull logo on your AR.

I hope you don't mind if I borrow that idea ..:D

I have 2 Mega Lowers that are naked ...with plenty of room for some Art.


No problem. If you really want to get it done, Anvil Arms (http://ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=2&f=244&t=158170) in Fl can do it.

[DD214]

Apparently someone dodged a bullet...literally. Whatever this was must have ricocheted off of one of the steel plates and landed in the bed of my truck. (Unless someone picked it up and put it there. Anyone?)
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[Numidian]

Apparently someone dodged a bullet...literally. Whatever this was must have ricocheted off of one of the steel plates and landed in the bed of my truck.
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How could I forget.... Thanks a ton for letting me shoot the M&P45 DD! I definitely want to try the 9 when you get it! I think that's going to be my next handgun!

And Tzoid...Paige told me I need to buy an EOTech for my AR for her to shoot :lol2:

[DD214]

Yours truly enjoying a little Class 3 action thanks to JeepDriver. A million thanks JeepDriver!
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[mr phil]

Well. You guys look like you all had fun. I'm sorry I missed it. :sad20:

[navycrna]

You loved it, and you know it. Did you ever get a round down range of the 50 BMG? Next time I'll make it up to you, free shots, 5 rounds. But I want to try some of those guns you had too.

Now your talkin:D:D

[gibby]

Not to repeat what everyone else is saying. Couldn't have asked for a better time.

[NickZac]

Looked like a great time, wish I was their

[navycrna]

Good thing the nations gun show will be in Dulles in two weeks. I have got a date with Georgia Arms to replenish my stock.

[DD214]

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[houserocker]

It was great meeting so many of you guys. Thanks to Novus for letting me try his conversion cylinder for my charcoal burner and for letting me have a go at his 9mm CZ, Corsica coating for handing me his suppressed .22, the guy with the weightless .357 for letting me bruise my hand with it, and everyone else who let me shoot their cool stuff. As a noob to this group, I am so impressed by what a fine group of people you all are and most of all how safe I felt leaving my guns and walking around to gawk, and the high safety conditions in general. The best part for me was, however, when they called a cease fire so I could take a solo with my New Army revolver. What a welcome for a new guy! See ya'll next time.

[3rdRcn]

How could I forget.... Thanks a ton for letting me shoot the M&P45 DD! I definitely want to try the 9 when you get it! I think that's going to be my next handgun!

You shoulda said something dude, the 9 is the one I was carrying and you certainly were welcome to shoot it.

[DD214]

You shoulda said something dude, the 9 is the one I was carrying and you certainly were welcome to shoot it.

Not the topic of the quote, but thanks a bunch for helping me with my M1A. I would have never noticed the bolt and roller issue without your experienced eye. I guess it gets to take a trip back to Springfield now. :sad20:

[armedsks]

Well i just got home myself!!!

Glad i didnt make it down to the shoot today!!! Wife started to have contractions at 130pm. By 5 pm they were within 5 min of each other and by 8:55 we had another addition to the family!

I could imagine DR.Zeke uncovering the old Mardela Springs hospital chair and stirrups from the back.

Both are healthy, (8lb 11 oz ) I dont mind seeing the after birth and blood and seeing a watermelon come out of hole the size of a lemon. But i did almost pass out from seeing them give her the ephideral. They use some HUGE needles.

Well im off for the week playing mr. mom.

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[3rdRcn]

Not the topic of the quote, but thanks a bunch for helping me with my M1A.

No thanks necessary , it was my pleasure to be able to help.:)

Congrats on the new addition there armedsks!:thumbsup:

[gibby]

Congradulations

[DD214]

Congratulations! Now go here and take care of business -> http://www.crickett.com

Seriously though, I'm glad everything is okay. I didn't even know you guys were due. I've been through three, and I know that it is never a fun time. In my case I've never seen "a watermelon come out of hole the size of a lemon" as all three were C-Section. I just got to see my wifes innards splayed out on the table. Boy or girl?

Well i just got home myself!!!

Glad i didnt make it down to the shoot today!!! Wife started to have contractions at 130pm. By 5 pm they were within 5 min of each other and by 8:55 we had another addition to the family!

I could imagine DR.Zeke uncovering the old Mardela Springs hospital chair and stirrups from the back.

Both are healthy, (8lb 11 oz ) I dont mind seeing the after birth and blood and seeing a watermelon come out of hole the size of a lemon. But i did almost pass out from seeing them give her the ephideral. They use some HUGE needles.

Well im off for the week playing mr. mom.

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[sbarber7973]

Congratulations on the baby, I wish I could have been at the shoot also but I am still dealing with my Grandmother being sick, and I took my Aunt back to Pittsburgh yesterday. Glad everyone had a good time.

[Norton]

Apparently someone dodged a bullet...literally. Whatever this was must have ricocheted off of one of the steel plates and landed in the bed of my truck. (Unless someone picked it up and put it there.

D'oh.....that would have left a mark.
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[Norton]

The best part for me was, however, when they called a cease fire so I could take a solo with my New Army revolver. What a welcome for a new guy! See ya'll next time.

We're a full service operation :D

I was in total sympathy with you on that deal.....nothing like spending 5 minutes loading a BP pistol and then finding out that the ceasefire just got called.

[Norton]

I'm amazed at how many people I didn't get a chance to really talk with or meet yesterday. I'll have to work on that for the next shoot.

[JeepDriver]

I'm amazed at how many people I didn't get a chance to really talk with or meet yesterday. I'll have to work on that for the next shoot.

That's why you and Spot will be shooting not RO'ing next time. ;)

There are plenty of people here to help out, you two need to let us!

3rdrcn and I will be more then willing to RO, Jodi too .

[3rdRcn]

Yep, what he said.:)

[canuck]

Kudos to Don, Norton, Spot on this event. I know what a PITA an event like this can be. WELL DONE!

It was good to finally put some faces to names.

Dave:cool:

[madmattmd]

Congratulation armedsks!

I wish I could have attended the Shoot. It looks like it was way too much fun. Unfortunately, the rescheduled NRA Range Safety Officer certification course was yesterday at AAF&G. Gotta do what ya gotta do.

I’ll definitely be at the next one, with RSO cert in hand, to help as well as enjoy the toys (mine and yours :party29: ).

Matt

[gtodave]

3rdrcn and I will be more then willing to RO, Jodi too .Is that how your wife spells her name? I thought my wife was the only one :) .

Thanks for sharing the bench yesterday....next time I will have to try out your auto AR though...that thing looks like loads of fun :D

[Lambo]

I was just funnin when I said SAW or M60.........and low & behold:D ,love it!
Next time I'll need to bring a couple extra sandwiches for that Black Lab, talk about a wolf-down!

[JeepDriver]

Is that how your wife spells her name? I thought my wife was the only one :) .

Thanks for sharing the bench yesterday....next time I will have to try out your auto AR though...that thing looks like loads of fun :D


She's just a good friend. My wife isn't into shooting.

You're always welcome to try anything I have with me. If I can just get that 20" M16 working correctly for next time

[Hooker2]

First Frostbite Shoot but definitely not the last.
Many thanks to the organizers and the participants for a great day of throwing lead.

My ears are still ringing........................................

[RosadoSM]

What a great time. Thanks to everyone who let me put a few rounds down range. The MP-5 was AWESOME!:party29: Looking forward to the next shoot.

[adodson]

Thanks everyone for a great day! Sorry I didn't get to post anything yesterday, but I got home and basically died on the couch. And hey, you guys got some nice photos of my ugly ass!

-Andy

[Conundrum]

Thank you to everyone who helped set this up. I had fun and I would also like to thank everyone that let me shoot their guns. Now I want a XCR!!!:D

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[2SAM22]

Kudos to Don, Norton, Spot on this event. I know what a PITA an event like this can be. WELL DONE!

It was good to finally put some faces to names.

Dave:cool:

As always a job well done by Don, Norton, Spot and the rest of the gang. It was worth a day of annual leave to attend.

[Conundrum]

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Damage report from the metal plate the Barrett .50BMG hit.
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[E.Shell]

A BIG "Thank You" to the organizers, and especially to the RO's who spent their day on their feet working! :bowdown::bowdown:

Thanks to you guys posting the pics here too! Always interesting. :)

Laura & I had a great time!! Nice to see some old friends again, and good to meet some new ones too!! :party29:

Got home and unpacked the truck, pushed a couple solvent patches though everything to soften up the fouling for tonight's gun cleaning/brass sorting extravaganza, had dinner and called it a day. :)

[DZ]

Looks like it was an awesome time. I woulda been out there, but I just couldnt pass up the oppurtunity to spend some quality time with my girlfriend [moving couches all day long].

[Numidian]

Looks like it was an awesome time. I woulda been out there, but I just couldnt pass up the oppurtunity to spend some quality time with my girlfriend [moving couches all day long].

You need a girlfriend like mine... She shot EVERY gun I did...including the .50cal and the .460 revolver :party29:

[DZ]

haha nice. my gf likes to shoot with me too, but not so much the big stuff.

[bowtiebandit]

Looks like another good time I missed.

Next one I am going the night before and staying somewhere..Cell is getting turned off and for once no one else's problems will be mine

[Jaybeez]

You need a girlfriend like mine... She shot EVERY gun I did...including the .50cal and the .460 revolver :party29:



I was seriously impressed when you handed her that FAL and she proceeded to whack that steel plate.

[epc3762]

I was in the pictures too... Only in New York this weekend.... Was an extra in self defense video shoots... Really sorry I missed it.... Bonnie saw those pictures and was angry we did not go.... She said next time.... I am leaving you here and going! LOL!

I am very happy to be a part of such a great group of people.

[Numidian]

I was seriously impressed when you handed her that FAL and she proceeded to whack that steel plate.

What can I say....I've got a keeper :lol:

[HoChiWaWa]

damn, I'm really sad I missed this, looks like it was a blast.

You guys should quote a picture of yourself so those of us who weren't there can put faces to names.

[E.Shell]

damn, I'm really sad I missed this, looks like it was a blast.

You guys should quote a picture of yourself so those of us who weren't there can put faces to names.

In order of appearance:

Laura, her pink pony & I:

http://www.mdshooters.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=1433&stc=1&d=1201473593

My 6.5-284 tac rifle:

http://www.mdshooters.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=1447&stc=1&d=1201473819

Laura & her .243:

http://www.mdshooters.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=1477&stc=1&d=1201483347

My shooting partner (left) & I (right), heading to 300:

http://www.mdshooters.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=1484&stc=1&d=1201483822

Laura/pink Colt & I/"Service Rifle" AR-15:

http://www.mdshooters.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=1510&stc=1&d=1201489738

[JeepDriver]

In order of appearance:


My 6.5-284 tac rifle:

http://www.mdshooters.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=1447&stc=1&d=1201473819



This is going to get expensive ;) I might have to sell a few guns to finance 1 build!

I've been thinking about a bolt gun all day today.

I'm going to talk to Jaime (the 338LM's owner) tomorrow and see where to start.

You'll be hearing from me alot this year!

[E.Shell]

Apparently someone dodged a bullet...literally. Whatever this was must have ricocheted off of one of the steel plates and landed in the bed of my truck. (Unless someone picked it up and put it there. Anyone?)


http://www.mdshooters.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=1513&stc=1&d=1201490501


Hey Don,

Judging by size and (tubular) shape, that looks like the jacket from the .50 AP round that penetrated the steel. It is typical for the jacket to peel off an AP/API round and squirt back as the hardened penetrator carries through the plate.

You can also see on the plate pic below that the copper smear is considerably larger than the penetrator perforation:

http://www.mdshooters.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=1524&d=1201535169



This "squirting back" effect was discussed over here a while back:

http://www.mdshooters.com/showthread.php?t=3388
. . .1) Nothing but lead core bullets should ever be fired at steel. The vid mentioned by Redneck and noted in my original post is a perfect example of a steel core penetrator coming back. If it can't frag or go through, one can easily deduce that it will have to go "somewhere" . . .

2) Steel targets should be made of the correct material, i.e.: HARD steel. Hard steel disallows any penetration and causes lead core bullets to disintegrate in a radial pattern. Soft steel allows partial penetration and the bullet is allowed to stay intact by being trapped below the surface of the steel. There are MANY examples of the high-pressure "squirting" back of even soft bullets from a crater in soft steel.
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[bmdmc]

damn, I'm really sad I missed this, looks like it was a blast.

You guys should quote a picture of yourself so those of us who weren't there can put faces to names.

I have an idea. Maybe good, maybe bad. But what about laminated name tags, with the logo on it and your screen name and your real name. To be worn at the shoots only, and if we do a dinner seat holding. We do this in car clubs all the time.

[metalman3006]

I found a copper jacket off a 45 in my pistol case down on the pistol range.:eek:

[E.Shell]

Not a bad idea Bernie, seems we're always scrounging. I'd be willing to blow the kids' inheritance on a couple myself.

[DD214]

Hey Don,

Judging by size and (tubular) shape, that looks like the jacket from the .50 AP round that penetrated the steel. It is typical for the jacket to peel off an AP/API round and squirt back as the hardened penetrator carries through the plate.

You can also see on the plate pic below that the copper smear is considerably larger than the penetrator perforation:


This "squirting back" effect was discussed over here a while back:

http://www.mdshooters.com/showthread.php?t=3388

Interesting. I figured it was a .50 round of some sort, as it is quite large. It would have definitely hurt, as it is a nasty piece of metal with razor sharp protrusions. Something to keep in mind for the next shoot.

[DD214]

Here is our brave moderator, Spot77, laying waste to some berm insurgents.
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[Spot77]

Thanks for posting that Don.

The world is a safer place now that there's one less berm monster to attack us in our sleep.

I mean....I did hit the berm at least once or twice, right? :innocent0

[Norton]

Here is our brave moderator, Spot77, laying waste to some berm insurgents.


Yikes....shooting left handed with full auto

[Redneck]

Yikes....shooting left handed with full auto

That was the first thing I noticed. Wish I woulda walked over and gave it a try.:sad20:

[gtodave]

Here is our brave moderator, Spot77, laying waste to some berm insurgents.


30 seconds to get through 30 rounds in full-auto.....what great will-power this one has! :D

[Norton]

That was the first thing I noticed. Wish I woulda walked over and gave it a try.:sad20:

I missed out on canuck's MP5. :sad20:

[Redneck]

I missed out on canuck's MP5. :sad20:

I saw 2 there I think. One was canned and the other wasnt. I didnt try either of those :sad20:

[Spot77]

Yikes....shooting left handed with full auto


It would've been way more scary had I tried shooting it right handed, given that I'm blind in my right eye. ;)

[Spot77]

30 seconds to get through 30 rounds in full-auto.....what great will-power this one has! :D


Willpower? oh not a chance!

Common sense? yeah....I haven't shot anything full auto in a long while, and had I stayed on the trigger I might've shot down the ATF helicopter by accident; the muzzle was climbing pretty good after a three shot burst.

[JeepDriver]

That was the first thing I noticed. Wish I woulda walked over and gave it a try.:sad20:

I'll try and remember you next time.

I think I'm going to make the 20" gun (the one that only worked for about an hour :sad20: ) into a 11.5" A2. Should be good fun on the 50 yard berm in f/a.

Full Auto at 100 yards is kinda pointless. The first round is one target the rest are over the berm.

[DD214]

I missed out on canuck's MP5. :sad20:

Canuck was kind enough to let me take a ride on that fine piece of machinery. Gooooood stuff. Thanks Canuck! :thumbsup:

Here's my sister raining lead on the pistol range.
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[bmdmc]

http://www.mdshooters.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=1513&stc=1&d=1201490501


Hey Don,

Judging by size and (tubular) shape, that looks like the jacket from the .50 AP round that penetrated the steel. It is typical for the jacket to peel off an AP/API round and squirt back as the hardened penetrator carries through the plate.

You can also see on the plate pic below that the copper smear is considerably larger than the penetrator perforation:

http://www.mdshooters.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=1524&d=1201535169



This "squirting back" effect was discussed over here a while back:

http://www.mdshooters.com/showthread.php?t=3388

The 50 CAL ammo is ball only no AP/API. I heard a lot of richochets whizzing through the air later in the day, especially on the left end of the range. And I was not shooting. Someone weigh that thing in grains, if it's over 500 it's probably a 50, otherwise not.

[Lambo]

Found a Temp FT Job, :D

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d9/RWLambo/Gun%20Photos/556Brass1.jpg

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d9/RWLambo/Gun%20Photos/556Brass2.jpg

not even half of 5.56 that what was grounded.

I've been sorting all day;)

Note: found a Headstamp, "1K 03 556x45", thinking this is Ingram?

[3rdRcn]

Canuck and JeepDriver both gave me a ride on the full auto stuff, been a long time since I played with full auto guns and it was as fun as I remembered. Thanks guys!:)

Special thanks to JeepDriver for giving my buddy a ride on the full auto suppressed gun, he was still grinning when he woke up this morning.

[bmdmc]

Found a Temp FT Job, :D

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d9/RWLambo/Gun%20Photos/556Brass1.jpg

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d9/RWLambo/Gun%20Photos/556Brass2.jpg

not even half of 5.56 that what was grounded.

I've been sorting all day;)

Note: found a Headstamp, "1K 03 556x45", thinking this is Ingram?

You the one that took all of my pile of 308 brass from the 1919?

[trapture]

Once again one Hell of a time. Very Safe and Lots of Fun. My thanks goes out to Don, Scott, & Paul for running the show (and any other person who helped out on planning / safety). I was able to shoot Paul's new Glock, a Mauser Broom Handle, and my new SKS. Did anyone ever claim the leather holster on the pistol range? I was going to take it and put a post about "FOUND" but I figured I was leaving a little early so I didn't want to snag it before the owner mossies back over. Congrats and I can't wait till the next shoot. That Stimulus Plan that Bush is talking about may go towards ammo. Too bad we can't make a national "Buy Ammo with your Stimulus Check" day.

[DD214]

Here is a rather anticlimactic video of Novus firing a Dragon's Breath and a shot of people milling about smartly on the line. I guess the Dragon's Breath look more impressive at night. :shrug:
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[XCRmonger]

Looks like you all had fun... :) Gorgeous area, too. I wish we had trees like that in this godforsaken desert! :envy:

[bmdmc]

Interesting. I figured it was a .50 round of some sort, as it is quite large. It would have definitely hurt, as it is a nasty piece of metal with razor sharp protrusions. Something to keep in mind for the next shoot.

Don,

Might it have been from the Desert Eagle 50 AE? This has me concerned, I don't want anyone hurt, from any of my guns. And I was the only one there with 50BMG, and 50 AE. But the rifle was only shooting ball ammo, according to Barrett, I didn't bring out the match ammo.

If that came from my rifle, even if I didn't fire that round, no more steel plates at 100 yards. We will go to 200-300 yards. But I need to be able to get to the targets.

And my apologies to everyone, if it came from one of my weapons.

[Spot77]

Looks like you all had fun... :) Gorgeous area, too. I wish we had trees like that in this godforsaken desert! :envy:


The XCR's were a huge hit.

What are the chances of getting one donated to auction off as a fundraiser next shoot? :)

[Lambo]

You the one that took all of my pile of 308 brass from the 1919?

nope, just the 5.56x45mm

[DD214]

Don,

Might it have been from the Desert Eagle 50 AE? This has me concerned, I don't want anyone hurt, from any of my guns. And I was the only one there with 50BMG, and 50 AE. But the rifle was only shooting ball ammo, according to Barrett, I didn't bring out the match ammo.

If that came from my rifle, even if I didn't fire that round, no more steel plates at 100 yards. We will go to 200-300 yards. But I need to be able to get to the targets.

And my apologies to everyone, if it came from one of my weapons.

I just measured it, and the part that is still relatively intact measures just slightly over a half an inch. I'd say it was most likely a .50. No need to apologize, as I know that you wouldn't intentionally put anyone at risk. We'll just add it to the list of lessons learned, and take this into consideration at future events. No one got hurt, and luckily I found it so that at least we know to watch out in the future. Plus, I got a cool souvenir. :)

[bmdmc]

I just measured it, and the part that is still relatively intact measures just slightly over a half an inch. I'd say it was most likely a .50. No need to apologize, as I know that you wouldn't intentionally put anyone at risk. We'll just add it to the list of lessons learned, and take this into consideration at future events. No one got hurt, and luckily I found it so that at least we know to watch out in the future. Plus, I got a cool souvenir. :)

I bet it hit a piece of rebar and not that soft steel plate, and that's what broke the stand.

Want at cartridge case to go with it? I still want that piece of steel too, if it's possible to get it.

[DD214]

I bet it hit a piece of rebar and not that soft steel plate, and that's what broke the stand.


And just to be clear, I don't know for sure that it even belonged to you. It could be something else, but I doubt it. It doesn't look like an expanded .30, but who knows. My eyes are not trained well enough to make a definitive call.

[BlindViper]

You the one that took all of my pile of 308 brass from the 1919?

nope that was me :)

[JeepDriver]

The XCR's were a huge hit.

What are the chances of getting one donated to auction off as a fundraiser next shoot? :)

The XCR is a great rifle. I shot it side by side with the Sig 556, because I was seriously considering getting a 556.

Not any more. I'll be getting a XCR heavy barrel some time in the future. Hopefully a SBR version. There was no recoil from Tziod's heavy barrel XCR when comparing it side by side with the 556 and AR15's.

While I love the AR15 platform, I am looking into getting something new. And ever since I've known Tim (Tzoid) he had had nothing but great things to say about the XCR (and recently about their service, thanks Terra for getting his heavy barrel back to him in record time!).

Between the XCR heavy and the bolt gun I have planed, as well as finishing the Jeep, it's going to be an expensive year.

But fear not, all items will be paid for out of state in order to skip the state sales tax :D:D

I'll make sure I prepay all the items I can so I can skip that lovely sales tax and keep as much out of the likttle pricks hands!

[johncoxsr]

big john can i egt a copy of the pic of me and the 60?

[JeepDriver]

big john can i egt a copy of the pic of me and the 60?

Any chance you can get the video of Jodi with the M60 up on YouTube?

She'd love to have a copy of that!

[johncoxsr]

I am tryin I just not sure how to do it?

[GuitarGuy]

Thanks to Norton and Spot77 for running another excellent shoot. And special thanks to Spot77 for immortalizing myself and a couple other friends with some great pics.

I hope everyone enjoyed the steel plate target stands that we built for this shoot. Aside from one mishap with the .50, I think they held up quite well, good thing we had replacement crossmembers ready to go LOL.

Here are a few more pics for everyones enjoyment.

Myself with my RRA M4:

http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j247/MDKalashnikovGuy/snake001.jpg

http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j247/MDKalashnikovGuy/snake002.jpg

New guy Frank and his M24:

http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j247/MDKalashnikovGuy/snake005.jpg

Me again on the M24:

http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j247/MDKalashnikovGuy/snake009.jpg
Hows that for timeing eh?

And here are a few of the "Sniper Team" lol:

http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j247/MDKalashnikovGuy/snake011.jpg

http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j247/MDKalashnikovGuy/snake012.jpg

http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j247/MDKalashnikovGuy/snake013.jpg

[novus collectus]

Here is a rather anticlimactic video of Novus firing a Dragon's Breath and a shot of people milling about smartly on the line. I guess the Dragon's Breath look more impressive at night. :shrug:
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Three rounds of Dragon's Breath: $17
Shipping: $3
HAZMAT fee: $20

Feeling ripped off in front of an audience with a bunch of video cameras after firing a $13 pyrotechnic round that could have been duplicated with 30¢ of Pyrodex and .003¢ of toilet paper.....priceless :mad54:

:o

[johncoxsr]

Jeep driver i think i got it its bad chick at mdshooter

[Spot77]

Three rounds of Dragon's Breath: $17
Shipping: $3
HAZMAT fee: $20

Feeling ripped off in front of an audience with a bunch of video cameras after firing a $13 pyrotechnic round that could have been duplicated with 30¢ of Pyrodex and .003¢ of toilet paper.....priceless :mad54:

:lol2: That's great!


I'll bet it's pretty cool at night though, and probably pretty scary.

[novus collectus]

:lol2: That's great!


I'll bet it's pretty cool at night though, and probably pretty scary.Well I've got two left, so some night I guess.

[bigjohn]

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[Numidian]

Fawk you guys and your YouTube vids.... I can't view Youtube at work!

[Spot77]

Mmmmmm, M! That's some good belt fed lovin' right there!


The sounds of the links hitting the ground is one that I'll remember for a long time.

[bigjohn]

they are on now under the name of bescanie. jodi is the first in that post, just cant see her face but the voice gives it away.

[alucard0822]

My brother had the full frostbite weekend, he did the polar bear plunge on saturday, and basically we left for the shoot about 2 hours after he got back from the shindig. Those videos are great bigjohn and DD214, nice to see the M60 in action. It seems like every time the 60 started cutting loose I was helping my brother or girlfriend shoot, and by the time I ran over to see, it was cooling down with a pile of brass on the ground, and everyone had an ear to ear smile.

[alucard0822]

a couple more pics of my little bro throwing lead. Just in case anyone in the pics doesn't want their picture posted, PM me and I will pull it. The last pic is really cool, it puts into perspective what this is all about.

[jojo21009]

you mean my shreak of complete happiness, gives me away?!

[jojo21009]

they are on now under the name of bescanie. jodi is the first in that post, just cant see her face but the voice gives it away.

Thanks again bigjohn! That was the highlight of my day!!!!!!:party29:

[tzoid]

Found a Temp FT Job, :D

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d9/RWLambo/Gun%20Photos/556Brass1.jpg

http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d9/RWLambo/Gun%20Photos/556Brass2.jpg

not even half of 5.56 that what was grounded.

I've been sorting all day;)

Note: found a Headstamp, "1K 03 556x45", thinking this is Ingram?

It's Igman 5.56 x 45mm 62 gr. M855 SS109 "Green Tip" ammunition
223 GREEN TIP 62 GRAIN FULL METAL JACKET
MADE IN BOSNIA - BRAND NEW
BOXER PRIMED AND RELOADABLE
NON CORROSIVE

I bought 1000 rounds from ammoman

Remember I asked you why you were picking up all my Brass... You should have about 200 rounds of that and 200 rounds of Federal American Eagle.

Did you even shoot or just come to collect Brass ?

[jojo21009]

I am tryin I just not sure how to do it?

Yeah that was cool! I wasn't expecting that! Thank you!

[bigjohn]

now my wife wants to come now. she sees that other women come. the video helped convincing her

[jojo21009]

now my wife wants to come now. she sees that other women come. the video helped convincing her

Hey thats great!!! Always good to see more women out there!!! I look forward to the next time and hopefully she will come too!

[bigjohn]

been trying to get her out for the last 2-3 shoots, but now i think its on!!

[coinboy]

Hey all,
I had a great time! Thanks to all for letting my shoot their guns especially the guys with the UZI and the Broom Handle!! They were bad ass. Thanks to DD214 for the MD shooters stickers. They went right on the ammo can. :D Thanks to all who set up the event. I hope you all had a good time shooting my stuff. I came back with a lot more Tokerav ammo than I thought I would though. I'm trying to get the videos and pics up. But here are two I think you might enjoy! They are gifts I got from the Easton Police Department. :lol2: Some of you even saw the blue sittin' behind my Mini Cooper. Oh-well. That was my first in a while. Cop said the other officer clocked me at 62 in a 35! :eek: He only clocked me at 51 in the 35. He cut me a break (Thank God). Repair order for the windshield. Warning for the speed.

BTW-for those who didn't see it, me shooting the grenade adapter off the AR-15.
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[Redneck]

Ed Shell and I did 75+ the whole way back and didnt see one cop :lol:

[Spot77]

Ed Shell and I did 75+ the whole way back and didnt see one cop :lol:


The ride home was amazingly smooth.

Despite the high police presence on the way down, we still made really good time getting there.

[BlindViper]

I didn't see one cop on the way down. I saw 3 or 4 on the way back all shooting/traveling south bound.

[Jaybeez]

http://www.mdshooters.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=1533&stc=1&d=1201576846


Thats a gorgeous enfield! Details?

[2SAM22]

He cut me a break (Thank God). Repair order for the windshield. Warning for the speed.

Windshield SEROS are a PITA because you have to get it fixed within 10 days, and its probably gonna cost you some $. But, it is definitely better than a ticket.
BTW Spot, how is your windshield looking? Watch where you park because a rock could get thrown up onto it and make a nasty crack. :innocent0

[Lambo]

I came back through Delaware, saved $15.00 on Cigs & no Tolls.

[coinboy]

I came back through Delaware, saved $15.00 on Cigs & no Tolls.

You should have bought enough cartons to last the next shoot! :lol2:

[canuck]

I saw 2 there I think. One was canned and the other wasnt. I didnt try either of those :sad20:

mine was un suppressed. I didn't use the can so I could make a little noise :lol:

[canuck]

I missed out on canuck's MP5. :sad20:

Matthew 7:7 grasshopper. ;)

Don didn't miss out and you should've seen Amber ripping it up :party29:

Look at the upside, you got to shoot my AOW...

[canuck]

Ed Shell and I did 75+ the whole way back and didnt see one cop :lol:


I was good. I had Vince as my co-pilot :thumbsup:

[E.Shell]

Ed Shell and I did 75+ the whole way back and didnt see one cop :lol:
Hey man, you're not supposed to say stuff like that for seven years . . . :innocent0 :D

[Corsica Coatings]

Matthew 7:7 grasshopper. ;)

Don didn't miss out and you should've seen Amber ripping it up :party29:

Look at the upside, you got to shoot my AOW...

Dave,

The AOW hurt little Jimmy's hand with the 3" mags...dumb ass...I told him to take skeet loads!! Now he must drink milk until it heals!!

I think we are going to build those things for fun and profit and little Jimmy will be the gun tester...it keeps the testosterone levels up!!

Great time had by us and THANKS to everyone who organized and ran the event!!

Joe

[E.Shell]

I just measured it, and the part that is still relatively intact measures just slightly over a half an inch. I'd say it was most likely a .50. No need to apologize, as I know that you wouldn't intentionally put anyone at risk. We'll just add it to the list of lessons learned, and take this into consideration at future events. No one got hurt, and luckily I found it so that at least we know to watch out in the future. Plus, I got a cool souvenir. :)
Agreed, likely a BMG jacket, just by the raw mass. Pistol jackets are typically designed to ride shallow rifling and to withstand/open at relatively low velocities and will usually be less than .010"-.015" thick.

I'd also agree that there should be no need to feel guilty/defensive over unintentional incidents, especially with no injury/damage.

IMHO: "no harm, no foul" and "stuff happens" and this is exactly why we wear eye protection and why many ROs routinely wear body armor. "Lessons Learned" . . .


At risk of seeming to lecture, I would feel compelled to say that we should know that:

1) This is a common hazard with shooting steel that is not "hard", and not the first time I've seen this happen. As I had posted in the other thread a while back, shooting at soft steel is NOT recommended. Bigger bullets and closer ranges obviously magnify the potential hazard, but nothing is perfectly safe under these conditions.

The "other bullets whizzing back" are also likely products of shooting soft steel at closer ranges. Even full penetration is not always completely safe, and non-perforation produces craters in soft steel that trap the bullet. It cannot fully fragment, the steel has a certain elasticity, there is a LOT of energy to be dissipated, and this all combines to squirt the bullet, or parts thereof, back. Luckily, "most" of the energy is "usually" gone.

You just can't get around the fact that it can/will happen and one obviously doesn't have to go far (beyond this thread) for proof.

2) The perforated steel in the pic I copied in my post above has a copper smear that is quite obviously too large to have penetrated with the core, whatever material the core may have been, and it had to have gone "somewhere" not forward. I DO believe that it was ball and not AP, but even if it did have a pure lead core, the jacket still stripped and went "somewhere".

3) The .50 BMG is an odd bird, and even "ball" ammo may not always have a pure lead core, and a lot of it will have a sintered steel core. I know this from having some of these sintered cores from "ball ammo" "spot welded" to my AR-500 plates at 1,000 yards. It took a cold chisel to remove the fused mass, which was magnetic.

Again, IMHO, we should consider this "Lessons Learned".

[Norton]

Matthew 7:7 grasshopper. ;)

Don didn't miss out and you should've seen Amber ripping it up :party29:

Look at the upside, you got to shoot my AOW...


LOL....good quote.

I'll catch it one of these days.

The AOW was pretty cool. Not sure if I'd necessarily get one, but it sure was fun.

[alucard0822]

jaybeez:
Thats a gorgeous enfield! Details?
Thank you:)
It is a no4 mkII irish contract rifle that I was lucky enough to find unfired or pretty close to it.
thanks to 303 Enfield for schooling me on the rifle back in this thread:
http://www.mdshooters.com/showthread.php?t=3549&page=8

[2SAM22]

So is this sort of what happened?

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[DD214]

So is this sort of what happened?

Just swap his earpiece with my truck, and I think that is probably what happened...

[h2u]

At least it hit the ground once (right in front) before hitting him........

[2SAM22]

Just swap his earpiece with my truck, and I think that is probably what happened...

You know, its funny. I was thinking of this very video that day but thought this sort of thing was more of an aberration.

[epc3762]

I had this happen when shooting quarters with my Dad at twenty five yards kneeling with a 22 LR. And it came back and hit me squarely in the family jewels.... Ouch... Fortunately it did not penetrate. I was shooting with my Dad a expert marksman US Army... This was years ago.... His first comment... Don't tell your mother....Second comment.... Safety first. I still have the quarter and the slug.... Since Dad passed 9 years ago I will always remember... Safety first.

[novus collectus]

I had this happen when shooting quarters with my Dad at twenty five yards kneeling with a 22 LR. And it came back and hit me squarely in the family jewels.... Ouch... Fortunately it did not penetrate. I was shooting with my Dad a expert marksman US Army... This was years ago.... His first comment... Don't tell your mother....Second comment.... Safety first. I still have the quarter and the slug.... Since Dad passed 9 years ago I will always remember... Safety first."You'll shoot your eye nut out, kid"

[epc3762]

"You'll shoot your eye nut out, kid"

:lol2:Where do you come up with this stuff?:lol2:

[novus collectus]

:lol2:Where do you come up with this stuff?:lol2:

I use my Google Fu. ;)

[coinboy]

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[cbburke]

great pix ...I always enjoy the black rifles get to meet their brothers ...

[Dst]

... They are gifts I got from the Easton Police Department. :lol2: Some of you even saw the blue sittin' behind my Mini Cooper. Oh-well. That was my first in a while. Cop said the other officer clocked me at 62 in a 35! :eek: He only clocked me at 51 in the 35. He cut me a break (Thank God). Repair order for the windshield. Warning for the speed.

I came down with 3rdRcn (I'm one of the guys from NC), and while driving through Easton around sunrise, we saw cop car after cop car...I think we counted 7, every one of them had pulled someone over except for the two that decided to gang up on one guy. I guess they cleared out pretty soon after that.

Anyways...

Thanks, all, for a great time. I'll be at the next one.

[epc3762]

I came down with 3rdRcn (I'm one of the guys from NC), and while driving through Easton around sunrise, we saw cop car after cop car...I think we counted 7, every one of them had pulled someone over except for the two that decided to gang up on one guy. I guess they cleared out pretty soon after that.

Anyways...

Thanks, all, for a great time. I'll be at the next one.

Welcome to the fun!

[novus collectus]

Welcome to the board. :thumbsup:

[bigjohn]

great time, wasn't it?:party29:

[bmdmc]

You know what is too bad, you really can't feel the 50 BMG blast wave in a video, nor hear how loud it really is. I wish I could have shot some of those full autos, especially that M60, I was the one who was made to carry it. Maybe next time.

[slayr15]

man great pics and video! i am stocking up on ammo for the next one! coinboy's ac556 was awesome to shoot as well as his pistols :party29: :envy:missed the schmidt-rubin though i realy want to try one of those out.

[coinboy]

man great pics and video! i am stocking up on ammo for the next one! coinboy's ac556 was awesome to shoot as well as his pistols :party29: :envy:missed the schmidt-rubin though i realy want to try one of those out.

Hey Slayr15,
Thanks for the UZI shots. I also appreciate the wounded shoulder from that 3-1/2" shotgun mag round! :lol2: You gotta get some more stick mags for that UZI though! ;) Oh-yeah and SBR! :innocent0

[Spot77]

I came down with 3rdRcn (I'm one of the guys from NC), and while driving through Easton around sunrise, we saw cop car after cop car...I think we counted 7, every one of them had pulled someone over except for the two that decided to gang up on one guy. I guess they cleared out pretty soon after that.

Anyways...

Thanks, all, for a great time. I'll be at the next one.


Thanks for making the drive up, and I'm glad you had fun!

Welcome aboard.

[bmdmc]

You like?

Nice pic of my K31 and Arcmans SKS, and Marlin. Anyone get a pic of the PS90?

[marc357]

Hey All,

I was the guy that came with Ed and Laura, I had a blast on Sunday-

It was great to meet a bunch of you guys-

And great to see everyone having such a fun AND safe time.

Will definitely do it again.

Marc

[Redneck]

Hey Marc Welcome. Thanks for the hot brass down the shirt! :lol2: I was the guy you sprayed shells at to your right.

[Spot77]

Hey Marc Welcome. Thanks for the hot brass down the shirt! :lol2: I was the guy you sprayed shells at to your right.


We're lucky that Jeepdriver and Norton forgot about the FAL brass throwing contest......:innocent0

[Norton]

We're lucky that Jeepdriver and Norton forgot about the FAL brass throwing contest......:innocent0

I got 5 benches away this time.

[boatbod]

Nice pic of my K31 and Arcmans SKS, and Marlin. Anyone get a pic of the PS90?

I don't know, but given what was stamped on the front of that PS90 ("Property of...") the owner might be a little upset if a picture was posted online.

[coinboy]

I got 5 benches away this time.

Only 5 benches? My CZ-52 throws brass across at least 8 benches! :lol2:

[BlindViper]

We're lucky that Jeepdriver and Norton forgot about the FAL brass throwing contest......:innocent0

coach didn't get to much action either but the garand did 380 rounds

[JeepDriver]

I got 5 benches away this time.

One piece of Brass aint nothing,

When you can stack brass up 35ft away reliably then you're doing something.

You know, like the PTR91 does :D ;) :D ;)

[novus collectus]

YOu guys were able to get distance? Heck, mine didn't get too far because they kept hitting the rafters and bouncing back. ;)


Seriously, we really should have a test to see which rifle, carbine, pistol, or revolver throws the brass the farthest. It would be interesting to say the least and I bet no one on any other message board will have done a test like this with such a large selection of guns.

[coinboy]

YOu guys were able to get distance? Heck, mine didn't get too far because they kept hitting the rafters and bouncing back. ;)


Seriously, we really should have a test to see which rifle, carbine, pistol, or revolver throws the brass the farthest. It would be interesting to say the least and I bet no one on any other message board will have done a test like this with such a large selection of guns.

My WASR-10 and CZ-52 would be in the running. :D

If we are talking forward throw then it would be the Russian SKS. :lol2:

[JeepDriver]

Seriously, we really should have a test to see which rifle, carbine, pistol, or revolver throws the brass the farthest. It would be interesting to say the least and I bet no one on any other message board will have done a test like this with such a large selection of guns.

I'll have to get a friend of mine to bring his HK23E then. I've never seen a gun throw brass so far!

I don't know what I'm more scared of, the bullet or the brass! Flies 50ft and all lands at 2 O'Clock.

[trbon8r]

Hey All,

I was the guy that came with Ed and Laura, I had a blast on Sunday-

It was great to meet a bunch of you guys-

And great to see everyone having such a fun AND safe time.

Will definitely do it again.

Marc

Welcome Marc.

I was the guy to your left with the M1A, BM 59, and Galil. Thanks for digging out that AK sight tool. Even though it wasn't exactly the tool for the job, the fact that you took time to look for it and offer some assistance just shows the kind of good people we have at these events. :beer:

[marc357]

Hey Marc Welcome. Thanks for the hot brass down the shirt! :lol2: I was the guy you sprayed shells at to your right.

Sorry 'bout that..... you shoulda seen my wife dance around the time she wore a low-cut shirt while we were shooting pistols..... landed a piece of hot .45 brass right between 'em. :P

[marc357]

Welcome Marc.

I was the guy to your left with the M1A, BM 59, and Galil. Thanks for digging out that AK sight tool. Even though it wasn't exactly the tool for the job, the fact that you took time to look for it and offer some assistance just shows the kind of good people we have at these events. :beer:


You're welcome, happy to help.... too bad my ChiCom AK tool didn't fit the Galil.... the AK I would have just taken a pair of needle-nosed pliers to... but that Galil probably deserves a bit more respect than that!

[Norton]

YOu guys were able to get distance? Heck, mine didn't get too far because they kept hitting the rafters and bouncing back. ;)


Seriously, we really should have a test to see which rifle, carbine, pistol, or revolver throws the brass the farthest. It would be interesting to say the least and I bet no one on any other message board will have done a test like this with such a large selection of guns.

JeepDriver and I tried this at the October shoot and my FAL let me down miserably with that crap Argentine ammo.

[Drmsparks]

I was the guy to your left with the M1A, BM 59, and Galil.

I never got your screen name at the shoot, thanks for letting me try the M-1a. That was a blast.

Dave

[trbon8r]

I never got your screen name at the shoot, thanks for letting me try the M-1a. That was a blast.

Dave

You are welcome!

[E.Shell]

Hey All,

I was the guy that came with Ed and Laura, I had a blast on Sunday-

It was great to meet a bunch of you guys-

And great to see everyone having such a fun AND safe time.

Will definitely do it again.

Marc

Hey Marc, glad to see you made it over to the board! :party29:

[gtodave]

Only 5 benches? My CZ-52 throws brass across at least 8 benches! :lol2:

That was you? I was standing near the far table under the canopy (closest to the road), and you were out in the open pistol area, and I was catching your brass ABOVE my head! That thing sure does have some range :D

[XCRmonger]

The XCR's were a huge hit.

What are the chances of getting one donated to auction off as a fundraiser next shoot? :)


Don't know if it would be a possibility. Drop Alex a line and ask him... zdf@robarm.com. He would be one to ask. :)

[Spot77]

Don't know if it would be a possibility. Drop Alex a line and ask him... zdf@robarm.com. He would be one to ask. :)


Hmmm...I was only half kidding, but if you think it might be a possibility.....:)

I'm sure you'll put a good word in for us, right? :innocent0

[XCRmonger]

Will schmoooze for shoes. :D

[Adams74Chevy]

That was you? I was standing near the far table under the canopy (closest to the road), and you were out in the open pistol area, and I was catching your brass ABOVE my head! That thing sure does have some range :D

:lol2: I made the mistake of shooting mine at Hap Baker in the farthest right lane. They were flying off the wall and beaning me in the face and on top of my head. It's definately a good shell spitter :D

[SamW]

Outstanding! Looks like you all had a fantastic time. Great assortment of weapons there to shoot. Maybe I'll make it down that way some day.

[bmdmc]

I don't know, but given what was stamped on the front of that PS90 ("Property of...") the owner might be a little upset if a picture was posted online.

Totally fake, just some bling.

[bmdmc]

Just swap his earpiece with my truck, and I think that is probably what happened...

Did anything happen to your truck? I still want to shoot steel with the BMG, maybe I need to reach out a little farther. And next time 1 inch plate and I beams. But I need a bench where I can reach out...

[VNVGUNNER]

Caption this photo.

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[DD214]

Did anything happen to your truck? I still want to shoot steel with the BMG, maybe I need to reach out a little farther. And next time 1 inch plate and I beams. But I need a bench where I can reach out...

Nope. It looks like it hit a parachute bag that I was using to store the t-shirts, so no damage was done.

[bmdmc]

Watch out the shit is about to hit the fan.

[Spot77]

Caption this photo.

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"Ok Don, you see that big pile of dirt right there about 100 yards in front of you? See if you can hit that."

[DD214]

"Ok Don, you see that big pile of dirt right there about 100 yards in front of you? See if you can hit that."

:lol::lol2:

[h2u]

"Ok Don, you see that big pile of dirt right there about 100 yards in front of you? See if you can hit that."

.......and you only get 20 shots.

[bigjohn]

off the dirt pile , bank into the bed of the truck behind us:D

[3rdRcn]

off the dirt pile , bank into the bed of the truck behind us:D
:lol2:
Thats a good one!

[herr.baer]

Caption this photo.

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Thats your target over there... STOP shooting mine!!!

[coinboy]

See those people walking out there over to the left? Keep your fawkin' hands off my sweet SKS while they are out there! :lol2: