A series of cheap shots!

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Hal

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Not what you think:

I'm going to run a series of economical entries, aimed at entry level, guns over the next few weeks over in lock 'n load. I'll list the total costs involved, gun, ammo, targets, eyes/ears and range time so it can give people an idea of what's involved in getting started. I'll be starting with the CZ75B, since I have some handloads to test out. Here in a nut shell is what I have planned:

New-CZ75B-Good entry semi auto, suitable for HD, and possible carry. Total cost->$450.00

Used-S&W(pre of course) Model 19-Good entry, excellent value, suitable for HD and possible carry. Total cost->$350.00

New-.22 Semi Auto pistol-Ruger .22/45-Good Entry plinker. Total cost->$300.00

Used .22Rifle-Marlin/Glenfield model 60-Good available entry level semi-auto .22 plinker-Total cost >$200.00


I'm going to try to complete as many of these as I can before the upcoming Holiday season, for gift ideas and whatever. Basic format is going to be 100 rounds fired, since I believe that's the bare minimum needed to get a decent feel for the gun. More is of course better, but I have to work in the constraints of the dollar figures.
I'll welcome any ideas and suggestions, both concerning the choices and even the drafting of the posts. I would ultimatly wish to run these on a web page for future reference, and given that my writing skills are those of a brick, any input/editing is welcome.

I'm still a bit undecided as to the title. help me out here. I like cheap shots, but it's kinda negative. Maybe, just my .02 or something more positive.
 
HI! You have a great idea there.

How about calling it "Cheap Shoots"

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"Budget Blasters"? "Penny-Pinching Plinkers?" "Parsimonious Poppers"? "Shooting Thrills For Less Than X Bills"?

Yeesh. I'm participating in a "Thread Title Focus Group"... ;)

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I kind of like "Cheap Shots".

Don't forget the Makarov & the Feg. Also some good Walmart already set up for HD shotguns would be good also, like the Defender. And then get some Turkish Mausers or some Enfields. Wow. That could be a really fun project.
 
I've thought a little more about it, and decided on "Cheap Shots", "First Shots" and maybe later on moving up (good, better, best) to "A Better Shot" etc. I think you've pretty much got the idea, I'm going after here. Feel free to put your own evaluation/topic ( like I need to invite it huh?) The important part is to remember to keep it in the context of a beginner, if you catch my intent on that. What I am trying to do,( and Tamara, being "in the business" you must see this a lot)is to try to put myself in the position of a non-shooter, looking for solid advice on what to get. Dave McC has been doing a great job over in the Shotgun forum introducing people to shotguns. I don't mean to infer that I am anywhere near his level of competance on instructing how to shoot, but I do have a lot of experience in buying stuff ;) Unfortunatly, in my case, everthing I've learned about shooting has been trial and error. I didn't have the advantages of, aplace to shoot, or someone to show me how to shoot, not to mention advice on what to get.

Correia,
Yep, I'll work some of those in too where they apply. Mainly, I want to stress value as opposed to price. I've been working on this for the last 2 1/2 years, shopping the local stores, visiting the shows, reading up on the web etc. Any and all help is going to pay off for everyone in the end.

[This message has been edited by RAE (edited October 28, 2000).]
 
Ok, here's a bit of what I have in mind:

"Cheap Shot"-The CZ75B is one of the better values available. Here is what under $450.00 will buy:
CZ75B w/1 15 round standard capacity magazine, 1-10 round reduced capacity magazine, loader and plastic carry case. The shown wooden case was purchased seperatly, but is included to show how even a pure military arm can be personalized.
The caliber shown here is the popular 9mm Luger, choice of the US Military and a popular competition caliber. Even though the CZ is primarily a military sidearm, it is a solid reliable choice for home defence, and as the other views show, it has ample accuracy potential. The heavy all steel frame helps to absorb felt recoil, as well as insure years of reliable service.
Cost:
CZ75B-Military finish-$370.00
100 rounds 9mm ammunition-$18.00
Eyes/ears-$20.00
1 hour range time-$10.00
Cleaning kit- $10.00
Targets-$2.00
Total- $430.00

This left $20.00 over from the $450.00 target figure, so I have included a picture of a wooden presentation case I bought for $18.00 as an added personal touch.

www.zing.com/album/?id=4293434039
 
Then, at the end of the whole list, you can have automatic belt-fed 50BMG....priceless
 
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