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The Classic .22 Rifle For Sale

February 18, 2014 | 0 Comments

The .22 Rifle

It is generally a shooters first gun, the perfect weapon for youth and novices alike to train and gain accuracy with. Some small game hunters prefer it, and many outdoor enthusiasts carry it for protection from the threats of predators. You have probably guessed the identity of the weapon I refer to; it’s the .22 rifle.

A great many of us have fond memories of our first gun. By today’s standards, many consider it obsolete; yet it has a large fan base and that number is growing on the practice range. The evidence of this is in the supply of .22 ammo. The retailers, and even the gun shops, stay sold out. I have been unable to locate any in 4 years in my locale. Buying online is my only alternative.

Cost

It is generally a very affordable firearm, and there is a .22 rifle for almost any budget. Ask anyone why they like the .22 caliber guns and most answers will be the same: because it’s cheap. You can buy 10 times the .22 cartridges for the same price of a box of centerfire cartridges and, when you compare it to your big guns, the .22 rifle for sale is the big bargain. A day on the range is actually affordable if you’re using .22 caliber ammo.

Noise and Recoil

The .22 rifle is a lot quieter than other guns and has almost no recoil. You can shoot the .22 without the pain that comes from other guns after a long day on the range. It also enables some shooters with degenerative conditions in the hands due to age or injury to continue shooting. Any shooter with nerve damage in the hands is going to shy away from recoil.

Lightweight and Easy Maneuverability

Most .22 rifles for sale are lightweight and easily carried in hand or on a sling. Overall, the .22 is a very reliable weapon. Some writers will say the .22’s accuracy is in the medium range. That certainly hasn’t been my experience. I know plenty of people who use the .22 rifle on the firing range, to hunt small game, and especially for plinking. From cheap to expensive, all of the brand names are there and they are accurate. Whether you want a Ruger .22 Rifle, a CZ 457 Varmint rifle, or a Savage Mark II; there are plenty of options available to you at GrabAGun.

The .22 Rifle at GrabAGun

There are also a lot of gun accessories available for the .22 caliber, enabling you trick it out however you want. The .22 rifle is a fun gun, reasonably priced, cheap to shoot, light to carry, and can put dinner on the table if you are a decent shot. Every gun has its niche and I don’t see the popularity of the .22 rifle going away any time soon.

GrabAGun offers a large assortment of .22 rifles for sale, as well as an extensive selection of other bolt action rifles for sale, gun parts, scopes, and much more! Give our friendly customer service agents a call if you need assistance or information.

Tips When Buying an AK47 For Sale

February 11, 2014 | 0 Comments

GrabAGun’s AK47 For Sale

The AK47 for sale is one of the most produced modern small arms, estimated to account for one out of every five firearms in the world. The AK47 has justifiably earned a reputation for being an extremely reliable weapon under any possible conditions. For those of you selecting your first AK-47 for sale, this guide will assist you in making an informed decision.

The AK-47 Receiver

AK rifles are available in two major receiver groups: milled and stamped. This is where you must decide if you want to go high or low dollar. Just about any milled AK-47 is going to cost more than a stamped model.

A milled receiver begins with a solid block of quality steel and is put through over 100 machining stages until there is a finished monobloc receiver. This intensive mill work is the primary reason a milled receiver on the AK-47 for sale cost more than a stamped. The action is smoother on milled guns, but you can let your budget be the deciding factor as the stamped receiver is just as serviceable as the milled and will most likely cost a lot less.

The stamped receivers are stamped out of a flat sheet of steel and then formed by precision bending until the final receiver is completed. The final work is added such as the trunions, spot welding the bolt carrier welds to the inside, and inserting the heavy rivets that are the stamped AK47 receiver’s hallmark.

Wood or Synthetic

The buttstock, pistol grip, and handguards of the AK-47 for sale are made of one of two materials, wood or synthetic. Either choice is good and it a matter of personal preference. If you are looking for the traditional, you will want to choose wood. You will choose between Soviet black made wood and a U. S. made wood stock set. It is not hard to change stock sets out if you would like to change wood or interchange between synthetic and wood for different use conditions. Synthetics are available in a variety of finishes.

Folding Stocks

The AK 47 has options when it comes to buttstocks other than fixed position stocks. Folding stocks come in under folds, right side folds, and left side folds. AK’s are also available with an AR styled collapsible buttstock. These options are legal in most states, but to be safe it is advised to always check with your state’s gun laws to ensure the stock of your choice is legal before you buy.

Barrel Length

A large number of the AK47 for sale today are 16.1-inches long. However, there are shorter and longer variants. For those novices among you buying your first AK-47, you need to be aware that buying a short barrel AK will land you in the NFA arena and will be restricted from individual ownership unless you purchase the BATFE tax stamp and process the federal NFA paperwork. This can be a very time consuming process, and there are reports of people still awaiting approval 7 months down the road. The tax stamp is a recurring annual fee that you will have to pay to retain your short barreled gun.

AK-47 Accessories

If you are going to use a scope, ensure the model you choose comes with a scope mount. It takes someone familiar with scope mounting to accurately mount a scope. The best advice for a novice obtaining their first AK-47 for sale is to choose a model with the scope already on it or use a gunsmith. The accessories market for the AK-47 continues to grow. Just keep in mind, the more you add will also be adding weight. GrabAGun offers AK 47 accessories as well as AK-47 parts.

Caliber

Select the caliber of choice. Many people associate the AK47 for sale with a 7.62 x 39 caliber. However, the AK 47 is available in several calibers. Do you want the cheapest ammo? Then go with a 7.62 × 39 or 5.45 × 39.

If you are looking for a long range AK-47, choose the .308 Win or the 7.62 × 54R. If you already have or plan to have an AR-15 in 5.56, consider choosing an AK in 5.56 × 45. It will provide the convenience of using the same ammo.

GrabAGun’s AK-47 For Sale

GrabAGun offers the AK-47 for sale. Available in numerous brands and configurations, you are sure to find the model you seek at GrabAGun. If you fail to find the specific model you seek, give our friendly customer service agents a call and we will be happy to help you. Want to know more tips and tricks to find the perfect AK47 for you? Check out our other blog post Buying Tips: AK-47 For Sale to make sure you make the most informed purchase!

The Mossberg M500: One of the Best Shotguns For Sale

February 6, 2014 | 0 Comments

Mossberg M500 | Flex Modular Shotgun

With versatility being a popular feature in guns today, we most often hear of versatility in conjunction with the AR-15. You can also have versatility with a shotgun. The Mossberg M500 Flex modular shotgun is a versatile gun that changes out quickly. With its field proven reliability, the core of the Flex is the 500/590 pump-action platform.

Mossberg Flex Options

The system starts with a Flex shotgun base model from three Mossberg 500 All-Purpose in 12 gauge, four 500/590 Tactical in 12 gauge and 20 gauge, and four 500 Hunting options in 12 gauge and 20 gauge. Finally, there are also gun accessories and a large line of 500 barrels compatible to the Flex shotgun available.

Flex All-Purpose Model

Select models will be offered with Mossberg’s patent pending Lightning Pump Action Adjustable Trigger System, which can be adjusted from 3 to 8 pounds with an Allen wrench. Flex All-Purpose models can have 26 or 28 inch vent rib, ACCU-CHOKE ported barrels in a matte or optional all-weather Marinecote finish. They also come with a full length synthetic stock and standard synthetic fore end.

Flex Hunting Models

Mossberg Flex Hunting models are available in 24 or 28 inch vent rib barrels. Available finishes are OD Green, Coyote Tan, Mossy Oak Break-Up Infinity, or Real Tree Max-4 camo receiver.

Flex Tactical Models

Mossberg FLEX 590 Tactical 12 Gauge 20" Barrel 3" Chamber 8-Rounds

The Flex 500/590 Tactical model is available in matte black, OD Green, and Coyote Tan finishes. Tactical tri-rail fore ends can accommodate a touchpad. Stock options also include standard synthetic, six position adjustable tactical, or pistol grip. The Mossberg 590 tactical barrel is available in 18 ½ inch stand-off barrel or a 20 inch barrel.

Mossberg 500 Flex Accessories

Without using any tools, the Flex shotgun is easily transformed with Mossberg accessories that feature the TLS connector system. These accessories include three recoil pads in ¾ inch, 1 inch, and 1 ½ inches thickness. It also includes four synthetic fore ends of three standard, one tactical tri-rail, and nine stock options. The stocks will include standard full-length stocks with 12 ½, 13 ½, and 14 ½ inch LOP’s. Other options include pistol grips, a six position adjustable tactical stock, a four position adjustable stock, and a dual-comb hunting stock. Fore ends and stocks are available in black matte, Break-Up Infinity, and Max-4 finishes.

Legendary Mossberg has made shotgun versatility easier than ever with its tool-less technology. It can readily be adapted for smaller or larger shooters. With fast and easy conversion, the Flex exchanges from hunting mode to tactical mode enabling its use for home defense. The Mossberg 500 was already an extremely reliable shotgun and Mossberg has elevated it to a new level by adding the spice of versatility.

Mossberg at GrabAGun

GrabAGun is America’s fastest growing online source for the Mossberg 590 for sale and we offer the Mossberg M500 Flex Modular Shotgun in various models available online today. You can also get other shotguns for sale, gun holsters, and more for all of your firearm needs.

Shotguns for Sale: The Truth Behind the .410 Shotgun

January 17, 2014 | 0 Comments

The Reputation of the .410 Shotgun

The .410 shotgun is the smallest of the traditional shotguns for sale, but seldom receive the respect it deserves. Known best for the very low recoil, those who consider these shotguns generally think of them as guns suitable for beginning youths or “squirrel guns”. The .410 shotgun also has the reputation of being difficult to hit a moving target.

Neither of these is true. Having used a .410 for over 30 years leads me to believe that the shooter and not the gun is behind the claims of a .410 being difficult to hit moving game. The question of its ability to take down game is directly related to the distance constraint of the .410. The .410 bore is typically patterned for 25 yards. However, some .410s will indeed provide greater distance with a solid accuracy.

Accuracy and Reliability

The shot pattern of a .410 provides great patterns in its range. Being the smallest of shotguns does provides a longer shot string, and therefore the pellets retain less energy in the longer shots when compared to a 20 gauge shotgun for example. The .410 shotgun provides what it is manufactured to perform and often exceeds expectations.

Through the years and the use of two .410s, two things have become apparent. First, the .410 when used appropriately is a reliable and effective firearm that is fun to shoot and has never failed to put meat on the table. Second, 3 ½ inch shells provide significantly greater recoil but the gain in performance is minimal. Due to the increased recoil, recovery for follow up is difficult. Sticking to 3 inch shells will keep you in the game.

The .410 Chambering

The .410 bore shell has resulted in some unique applications. For example, a .410 bore shell will fit into a .45 Colt chamber. Shotguns for sale today have a minimum legal length, yet pistols are not defined as shotguns even though shotgun shells can be chambered in them. This is because a pistol has a rifled barrel, whereas a shotgun has a smooth barrel. Numerous brands of pistols are now available in both derringers and revolvers with extended cylinders.

In addition, shot slugs can increase the firepower in the .410. Brenneke provides the best performance and less deformation of the slug with a 35 yard shot (Magnum 3 inch) and a 50 yard shot (Close Encounter 2 ½ inch) available.

Shop For a .410 at GrabAGun

Overall, any .410 shotgun for sale provides a lot of fun as well as being a very reliable firearm to use. Being light weight and having low recoil allows the youth or the elderly who are intolerant to severe recoil the ability to join shooters and hunters alike. It is also great for a long session of shooting practice without the need for recovery between shots when used with 3 inch shot and has never failed this writer in bringing in geese, pheasant, squirrel, rabbit, and a wild boar down with a slug. The 410 shotgun is great for its intended uses and deserves greater respect than it generally receives.

Shop GrabAGun for quality guns for sale. You will find our extensive inventory includes shotguns, rifles, concealed carry pistols, AR-15s for sale, and AK-47s. We offer the additional service of providing any firearm available on the market even if we don’t carry it in our stock. Just let us know what you are looking for and we will locate it and provide the great GrabAGun price.

Product Spotlight: The Glock 17

November 26, 2012 | 0 Comments

The world of firearms is a vast one and the realm of handguns is a vast one too. With myriads of variations and permutations, there truly is a handgun for every taste, style, and occupation. However, amongst the many different handguns, few ever gain enough traction to thrive in the public arena. Whether for high costs, weight, or unreliability; these constructs struggle to find a niche where they can build a following. The Glock 17 is not one of those handguns. Designed by a team of weapons experts assembled by Gaston Glock nearly thirty-five years ago, the Glock 17 has stood the test of time better than nearly every handgun in its class. Here are a few reasons to love the Glock 17.

1. Maneuverability

Scaling-in at under one and a half pounds, the Glock 17 is a light, maneuverable alternative to most of its contemporaries. Designed with heavy use of polymer-based materials, the Glock 17 takes the prize for comfort and handling in the handgun department. With a muzzle length of seven and a third inches, you can trust that this weapon’s going to go where you want and fast.

2. Magazine

Typically, a gun that’s light on size is also light on ammunition—not the Glock 17. With a seventeen-round magazine capacity, you can think less about how many rounds you have left and more about the target. Plus, this extra ammo has no affect on the aesthetics or the handling of the gun, keeping the height at a snug five and a half inches and the width at a sleek one and a quarter inches. It’s the best of big and small with this semi-auto handgun.

3. Reliability

There aren’t many specs you can throw out to demonstrate just how reliable the Glock 17 truly is. Suffice it to say that it is used by more police and law enforcement personnel than any other handgun in the world. The whole design itself is very simple with only thirty-four parts in the entire design. This reduces malfunctions and complex fixes. When you’re in a crunch, you do not want your gun to misfire. Neither do the cops, which is why they choose this handgun.

Get Your Glock 17 from GrabAGun

There is a lot more that could be said about this Glock: its rifling, patented safety mechanism, and extra features just to name a few. However, the maneuverability and reliability are at the top of the list. If you want a high-quality weapon that you can trust, go for the Glock 17 at GrabAGun and pick up your 9mm ammo as well!

The AK-47: Tips For a Successful Purchase

October 29, 2012 | 0 Comments

The AK-47. Arguably one of the most recognized and well-known firearms ever made. With its distinctive look, sound, and unshakable reliability; the AK 47 is a firearms icon. Mikhail Kalashnikov developed the AK-47 to be a hard hitting bridge between high-powered rifles and the handgun. While providing controllable rapid fire, it also has the reliability that the AK 47 is known for. Civilian AK 47s and corresponding rifle ammo are a great purchase for reliable sporting or self-defense.

Buying an AK-47 is something that many people are considering. Whether buying for sport, personal protection, or just collecting this iconic firearm; there are many things to consider. Here are some tips that can help you when you buy an AK-47.

Do Your Homework.

When looking to buy an AK-47, make sure to look through the many different versions made by several different manufacturers. These different versions will all vary slightly and offer different pros and cons. There are some that offer great price points, others superior workmanship, and others easier accessorizing. You will have synthetic, wooden, and folding stock versions with their own look and feel. Whether you are getting a Kalashnikov AK-47 or a Century Arms VSKA, be sure to know your options when buying an AK-47 and find the one that suits your needs best.

Inspect Your AK-47

It is always a good idea to inspect an AK 47 in person when you have the chance. A visual inspection can reveal a lot about the gun’s condition and quality. If looking at it in person is not possible, requesting photos of the rifle can give you a much better idea of what you are buying. Look for signs of rust, bent or damaged sights, and magazine fitment. While this semi-auto rifle is known for its rugged durability, these things can affect the overall usability and performance.

Buy With Confidence from GrabAGun

Now that you have done your homework, and checked out the AK 47 you are buying, buy with confidence! You are purchasing one of the most reliable rifles in history. Get this semi-auto rifle with 7.62×39 ammo from GrabAGun!

The Diversity of the 1911: “1911 For Sale”

October 15, 2012 | 0 Comments

Saying “1911 for sale” is like saying “car for sale” or “dog for sale”—it’s much too vague to be useful. Ever since its patent expired some decades ago, the 1911 has grown into a vast line of semi-automatic pistols, being produced by nearly every major gun manufacturer in the world. There are 1911’s with different calibers, grips, sights, setups, slides, magazines, materials, and much more! So, if you’re looking for that “1911 for sale” sign, you may be searching for more guns than you think. Here are a few helpful hints to narrow that “1911 for sale” to something more specific.

Explore Your Options

Once you realize that the realm of 1911 pistols is vast and varied, you will have to narrow your choices before making a purchase. One of the best ways to do just that is taking a trip to the gun range. Most ranges will have at least one 1911 that you can try out before closing the deal. When you’re at the range, pay attention to the nuances of each pistol you try. How does the grip feel in your hand? Is the recoil too abrasive or too light? Do you like the setup of the pistol? Keeping questions like these in mind will help you form opinions and preferences that will be useful when it comes time to make your choice.

Keep Your Purpose in Mind

Many shops offering a 1911 for sale will carry it in multiple models. If you’re looking for a recreational model that you plan to use on the gun range alone, then you’ll want to search accordingly. If you’re looking for a 1911 to add to your collection at home, then maybe you’ll want to check out the historical models. Remembering the purpose of your new pistol will keep you from over-spending on a pistol you don’t need as well as help you narrow down your list.

Pick a Caliber to Fit The Need

1911 pistols originally came in .45 ACP , but are now also available in numerous calibers from .22 long rifle and .38 super to 9mm and 10mm. If ammo cost is going to be an issue, then perhaps 9mm will be your best choice. A 1911 for sale could come in any of these sizes so be sure to know what caliber you are getting. In any case, know that you have options when it comes to bullet size. However, more importantly, know the costs and benefits of each.

1911s For Sale at GrabAGun

Whether you get a Rock Island 1911, Remington 1911, or Kimber 1911; this pistol could be a lot of different things. With a myriad of purposes, calibers, and prices; the 1911 represents an impressively diverse array of handguns. When choosing your first, be mindful of the wide array of choices that you can make. Take your time and do some experimentation. You’ll be seeing “1911 for sale” signs for a while to come.