OT good gun sites recommendations please

Federico

Federico

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It has been many years since Ive been into firearms. Not since I was entering my teen years and took the NRA sponsored gun-safety course with a friend. Money and life choices led me to different paths, but now unfortunately I have come into possesion of my father's old guns. They are all pistols as he did not like long-arms, and I would like to find good sites to learn more about the care and usage of these weapons. I havent owned a gun in 7 years let alone fired or cared for one, so I am doubtful of what I can remember. Any input appreciated.
 
I like Jeff Cooper's Commentaries, although it's probably not the type of information you're looking for. :o
 
I may be wrong but, I think that the quickest way for you to find the kind of sites you are looking for is with Google.

http://www.google.com

This site will give you a place to type in firearm maintenance and cleaning or, what ever about guns you want to look up. You will get many responces. Google is the best search engine that I have used so far.
Good Luck and God Bless.:) :)
 
Thanks for the tip Pappy, but to be honest Im not very good at using search engines. I tried looking up gun sites a few days ago, and kept getting non-related sites, anti-gun sites, government sites with just a whole bunch of statistics, or sites that were closed down. After that I ended up typing in manufacturer names on my address bar, and was surprised how many of them wont tell you anything about their weapons unless you paid them. I figured since there are a number of fire-arm afficionados they might have recommendations for good sites that.
 
I'll have to do some searching, but will email you in a few days with some links I hope will be useful.
 
surprised how many of them wont tell you anything about their weapons unless you paid them.
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What's up with that?? Some kind of way to limit liability by making you agree to conditions upon payment?
 
Fed
This is an obvious piece of advice and I certainly don't want to insult you, but, Please make sure those guns are UNLOADED. Especially with auto pistols. I saw a friend blow a .45 hole through the floor (thank Gawd) when he dropped the magazine out, racked the slide and a few seconds later pulled the trigger. The extractor was damaged and had not ejected the shell! Respect is required when dealing with firearms. Accidental shootings happen frequently.

Semp --
 
What specifically are you looking for Fed? There are a ton of message boards like this one, for all kinds of types of firearms. Post or email what you are looking for and I will try to help you out. A general FAQ and links can be found at www.recguns.com
 
http://ubb.plainsmanscabin.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi

this forum has a bunch of categories for questions including gun as weapons,and as hunting tools, and some folks who apparently know every current and former gun manufacturered, its strengths and weaknesses, and the name of the gun who designed it, of the one who made the dies, and the foreman of the shift which produced it.(ok, maybe I exaggerate.)

But they should be helpful.

Good luck.

Kis
:rolleyes:
 
Here's one of my favorites

www.sightm1911.com

On the left hand side of the page click on the "Gun Links" button. You'll find many interesting links there.
Also check out his product review page and you'll find a kuhkuri review which I believe was written by Walosi.
 
the advice to determine the status of each firearm is good- unload them all, especially until or if you decide you are ready to use one.

Rusty probably has the best sites, but the firingline.com wasn't bad.

Many of the sites are weird. I've said this before, but for some reason, firearm sites on the web are not exactly what firearms people you would meet are like. Many of he sites are condescending and have levels of membership much like the military. I've never understood this.


Your father has given you an important legacy that you may appreciate more as time goes by.


Congratulations on your new responsibility and good luck.

Hey, I just thought of the friendliest one I know; the Hunting and Shooting forum on About.com

munk
 
Thank you everyone for the help. It is greatly appreciated. As for what Im looking for are sites dealing with the care of fire-arms, gun safety, laws/rules, proper transportation, etc... Basically I need help on everything. About the only things I know right now is: (the only thing that has still stuck with me through gun safety class) treat every gun as if its loaded, never point a gun at someone, how to disassemble the guns that I have, a vague notion that I should clean them after shooting, and the realization that they are load when fired, oh I still remember how to aim but that comes more from video games with the son :D. My first concern is if theyre functioning properly and should be shot at all, secondly like I said I have a vague notion that they should be cleaned, but what does that mean? Just clean the barrel of fowling, oil parts possibly? If I should oil parts which parts, etc...? One of the reasons though that Im looking for a general info sight, is that the main gun Im concerned about is a Hungarian import, and the company that imported it seems to be no longer in business.
 
I am sorry to hear of your loss. If the handguns have history with your father be sure to preserve the history with the guns. You might consider writing down a brief history of each. Some guns come with great stories that make them more than just artifacts, they can become a link to the past. The German .32acp my dad traded for in the Phillipines in WW2, the Ruger my mom broke the bank to buy for their 1st anniversary, that kind of thing is quickly forgotten as generations go by.

www.nra.org
Please consider joining the fraternity. 'nuff said

www.brownells.com
gunsmithing supplies and BOOKS. Great people too.

www.1911forum.com
not just 1911's, friendly and informal.

www.glocktalk.com
huge, many areas including non glock, self relliance, CCW, 2nd ammendment issues itc. Hang out and read for a while, learn your way around, it is a big place and some regulars are impatient with obvious newbie questions.

I know that they come to you in a time of sadness but I hope that they will bring you good memories from the past and help you make new experiences and new memories in the years to come.
 
Fed:

I haven't been pleased with most of the firearms sites that I've seen. I quit frequenting them some time back. So, no help for you there.

But, there are some very useful books on firearms disassembly for cleaning/maintenance out there. I can give you some titles over the weekend, if you'd like.

Brownell's is a good source for most things gun. They are a great group to deal with, but can be a little pricey.

Also, your state may have a pistol or pistol and rifle association. The NRA keeps a list of affiliated clubs. If you're interested in shooting as a sport/hobby, I'd recommend getting linked-up with one.

S.
 
My favorite site is The Firing Line. There are also forums for just about every brand of firearm, such as SIGForum.Com. Another good place to start might be Family, Friends & Firearms.

Some of the questions you have, like "if theyre functioning properly and should be shot at all," are best answered in person. An introductory post on TFL would probably reveal many shooters in your area that would be happy to help you out. That's how I got started a year ago. :)
 
Originally posted by firkin

What's up with that?? Some kind of way to limit liability by making you agree to conditions upon payment?
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I know Colt does that, mainly because many of their firearms are old, like my 1878 blackpowder shotgun. I could get a letter of provenance from Colt for $100+, but I'm not that curious. If your collection is mostly antiques, you might have problems (which is why web forums are so great for asking questions).

If any of your firearms are still being produced, the manufacturer will generally send you the instruction manual for free. Usually there is a phone number or email address on their web site.

BTW, definitely check out the rec.guns FAQ linked above.
 
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