Anybody own a Springfield M1903? I've been losing interest in more modern guns and my interest has leaned toward WWI/II firearms. My next two purchases will be the Garand and 1903.

I'd like to buy them, shoot them once, and show them off.

I've got a 1903A3. I bought it to partially satisfy my urge for a M1 Garand, which I plan on getting some time this year.

Dad had a 1903, he replaced the original stock and we shot several deer w/it over the years. Nice gun. 'Unsporterized' models are harder to find these days.

Gunbroker has a few between $8-1500.

This is a good site for old military rifles. They're a tad pricy on most things, but you won't find a better selection. If you're patient, you can some find excellent deals.

http://www.simpsonltd.com/index.php?...054da1cfc0d2ad

Summit Gun Broker has some good deals going on right now. Check out their home page.

http://summitgunbroker.com

Brand new Sig Sauer 229 .40 cal, w/3 mags and night sights for $545 (Buy 10 for $520 each)
Remington 870 Wingmasters for $179 (Buy 10 for $165 each)
Remington 870 Police Magnums for $320 (buy 10 for $295 each)

I just called them, and they expect about 1,000 of the Rem 870's. They should get 700 Wingmasters and 300 Police Mags, all police trade -ins. The Police Mags will most likely have synthetic stocks and rifle sights. They expect the 870's to arrive some time later this month.

I went ahead and put my name down for one of the new Sig 229's and a Police Mag.

Perhaps this article is more appropriate for DC but I thought people in this thread would be most interested.

Federal appeals court hands victory to open carry, Fourth Amendment

http://www.examiner.com/article/fede...urth-amendment

kid you not.. shot my first gun... baby gun.. .22 rifle.. boy was it a stress reliever.. now i understand the fight for their guns. Man feels great, esp. when taught the proper techniques on how to handle and be smart and sensible with it.

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You're officially screwed, the evil has you in it's grasp.

I've always thought everyone should be introduced to guns and shooting, even if they say they never plan to own one. At the very least the experience gives them some form of an informed opinion, and if the day ever comes where they need to use one that's laying in front of them they will at least be able to pick it up and appear to know how to use it.

Got to get me one of those Kel Tec KSG's. You know, for home defense and looking cool.

A wealthy man? I just went over to the cmpauction site. They have collector grade garand , Winchester, receiver and barrel at auction right now, you don't even want to know the high bid on it.:evil:

Haven't checked in on this thread in a while. I have a Sig 1911 Ultra now:

http://cdn2.armslist.com/sites/armsl...o_tone_640.jpg

And an HK P30:

http://cdn2.armslist.com/sites/armsl...30_9mm_640.jpg

That's a beautiful Sig! Reminds me of my Springfield EMP 1911. I might have to add one to my collection.

Thank you, .45 is an expensive food but it's mostly a safe queen. However on the occasion that you decided to carry it, you'd be well armed.

Tried to score my wife a Taurus Judge SS 3". Stopped bidding at $390. Auction ended at $395. $15 for shipping.

Guns on budsgunshop for $430. I'll spend the $15 extra and get it from Buds.