Okay, so, today I wanna talk about something that’s been on my mind lately – guns and ammo, and that whole grey zone around them. You know, it’s not just about having them, but it’s also about keeping them in good shape, knowing how to use them, and all that jazz.
First off, I went down a rabbit hole trying to find some good tools to maintain my firearms. I stumbled upon this brand, Wheeler, and they seem to have a pretty decent selection of gunsmithing tools. I picked up a screwdriver set and a few other things specifically for my AR-15. Figured it’s better to have the right tools for the job, you know? You don’t want to mess up your gear by using the wrong stuff. I started with gathering all the tools, made sure they were clean and ready to go. Checked my firearm was unloaded like three times, just to be sure.
- screwdriver set
- AR-15 tools
- Cleaning kit
Then, there’s the whole shooting practice aspect. I’m not the best shot, not gonna lie. I just like to go out and make some noise with some targets. I was thinking of maybe adding a red dot to improve my aim and maybe even getting a longer barrel for better accuracy. I spent a good hour at the range, trying different stances, grips, and breathing techniques. Noticed a slight improvement, but man, it’s tough.
I also heard about this local club, the Negaunee Rod and Gun club. Seems like a cool place to meet other folks who are into shooting and conservation. They do those sporting clays, which looks like a ton of fun. I haven’t joined yet, but I’m thinking about it. Would be nice to learn from others and maybe even make some friends in the process. I emailed them, got a response pretty quickly, and they seemed like a friendly bunch. I’m planning to visit them next weekend for a trial run.
Now, about ammo – it’s a whole other story. Prices are all over the place, and it’s hard to know what’s a good deal. I saw some rebates being offered, so that’s something to keep an eye on. Gotta be smart about where you spend your money, right? I did some digging online, compared prices, and read reviews. Ended up buying a few different brands to test out and see what works best for my gun. I filled out a few rebate forms and mailed them in.
I’m also always on the lookout for ways to just learn more about all this stuff. I had this old Sony clock radio, and I even looked at its schematics to understand its internal workings, although I was just curious. This reminds me of a gun I recently acquired. Found a website with a listing for an 1853 Enfield rifle, and it’s going for around $711 used. Not that I need another rifle, but it’s interesting to see how the value changes over time. I took apart the clock radio carefully, labeled each part, and then put it back together. It still works! Reminded me of the time I disassembled and reassembled my old rifle.
Oh, and I found this random website called AllGuns where you can list firearms for sale in Australia, It is free. I guess it’s like a community thing. Not really my cup of tea, but I guess it’s good to know it exists. I browsed through the listings, just out of curiosity. Saw some interesting pieces, but nothing I’d be interested in buying.
My little discovery
I also came across something called an oil gun, made in Switzerland. Apparently, it’s used to lubricate some kind of machinery with these special oil nipples. Weird, right? It’s always fascinating to discover these little niche things. I watched a video about how to use it, and it seems pretty straightforward. I might actually get one, just to have it in my collection of odd tools.
Anyway, that’s my little journey into the world of guns and ammo. It’s a lot more than just owning them. There’s maintenance, practice, finding deals, and a whole community around it. It’s a bit of a grey zone, but it’s definitely interesting, and I’m learning something new every day. I hope it is useful for you.
