Shotgun or AR-15
  Captain
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Oct 15, 2007 4:46 pm
Which should I buy 1st, I'm thight on money so I can't buy both, AR-15A2 or Mossberg 12 gauge? |
  General of the Army
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Oct 15, 2007 5:47 pm
Marine, The AR15 would be my choice. Depends on how deep your pockets are?
I picked this AR15A2 up at a local show a few years ago. It is a Colt Match Target with a 20" HBAR 1-7 twist barrel, hard to find Miculek type compensator and integrated 4x20 scope optical system fitted on the carry handle. About $1200 to $1300 out the door. "Those who willingly give up freedom for temporary safety deserve neither freedom or safety" |
  Major General
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Oct 15, 2007 5:47 pm
Marine wrote: Which should I buy 1st, I'm thight on money so I can't buy both, AR-15A2 or Mossberg 12 gauge? what do you want to do with it, i prefer the ar but in the a3 version with flat top there is more options open to you. you know like optics,cheaperthandirt.com has the 12inch four rail front end, i beleave its YHM YOU WILL SEE IT but it fits flush with upper rec. flat. arms # 40 flip up rear sight . ok stop drooling ha ha just jokin. |
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General of the Army
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Oct 15, 2007 5:55 pm
Fred is correct. It really depends on what your needs are. If your a collector like me the question is obvious. If you want to knock down a few Pheasants, well... Really the A3s are nice, a little more money but like Fred mentioned you can load them up with accessories. "Those who willingly give up freedom for temporary safety deserve neither freedom or safety" |
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Captain
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Oct 15, 2007 6:15 pm
My pockets are shallow, and I would have to save up for the AR, I plan on useing it around the house, hunting, collecting, and shooting, but the Shotgun, I can buy it now, I'll be able to buy the AR next year hopefully. I'll probably get a A3 or A4 for the sight thing. Thanks for the input. |
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Major General
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Oct 15, 2007 6:46 pm
dude rock river makes a nice ar with flat top 750.00-800.00 dollars used in good shape 700.00 they are quality for the price , ive had four of the things , three bushmasters four or five colts , for the averge person they are very reliable and respectable , just look around you will find a good deal, if youhave 400.00 for the mossberg you are allmost there other parts come in the mail later . you choice THIS IS WHAT I TRADED MY LAST AR IN ON |
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Captain
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Oct 15, 2007 7:19 pm
I was going to buy a Maverick 88 $200, I know it isn't as good as a Mossberg 500 but it is close, and I'll probably just save for the AR. |
  Major
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Oct 16, 2007 1:57 am
Maverick aint a bad shooter, I've got one. Just put on the short barrel and pistol grip and Joe Bloggs on the street couldn't tell the difference....... Hell ! I'm not sure I could tell the difference, espec in the dark with it pointed at me (pretty sure I would be worried about the model in that situation). 'LEST WE FORGET' |
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Major General
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Oct 16, 2007 5:01 am
I HAD MAVERICK ALSO , ITS KIND OF LIKE MOSBERGS OTHER COMPANY. |
 First Sergeant
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Oct 16, 2007 5:01 pm
by the ar-15 first before they ban them ... have plenty of time afterwards to buy shot guns ........buy a bunch of mags as well at least 20 |
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Captain
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Oct 16, 2007 9:16 pm
Ya that freacken ban crap really tics me off, I'll get the AR first, before they ban them. |
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First Sergeant
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Oct 17, 2007 5:03 pm
hey marine ! ..... good choice , and like i said youll have plenty of time to get shot guns later on in life but at least you can sleep well knowing you have an assualt rifle next to you ... could you immagine the ban going into effect and all you have is a mossberg 500 and a few deer rifles for the rest of your life ?? that would suck |
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Captain
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Oct 17, 2007 6:10 pm
Yes it would suck, I'll get the J&T Distributing, for now and then I was going to get a Bushy or RRA. |
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Major General
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Oct 17, 2007 6:53 pm
hey marine, airborne , good choice but i dont know about this band crap ! just a better more fun kinda choice . have fun ! |