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Have to look good for the range

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If I want a pistol, I want it to be a Luger; or at the very least, look/operate like one. So much cool looking than your typical glocks. But alas. 😔

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The one time I'm proud to be Pinoy

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cross-posted from: https://lemmygrad.ml/post/551034

The rest of the comments are surprisingly chill and nuanced.

Especially these:

  • And especially this
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cross-posted from: https://lemmygrad.ml/post/482042

PLASTIC DEFENCE is a documentary about illegal 3D printed firearms in Europe and the decentralised network behind them. These guns are robust, they don't blow up in your hands, and they're untraceable. What's more, they're being made in people's bedrooms.

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My general impression is that guns are pretty hard to get, which makes it very safe, but also a disarmed populace can be bad. Is it hypocritical to oppose the disarmament of one population, but not another?

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Full text is this:

A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.

This says it all. You only get guns to protect the state, not your own liberty (shove this to anKKKraps).

This is why I find it so embarassing as a gun nut to see right wing "pro-gun community" (read: guns for me but not for thee) say 2nd Amendment = gun rights.

No, it's a concession given to you by the bourgeoisie and can be revoked at anytime they please - looking at you, KKKa-liberal fascist-fornia. This is why I no longer identify as pro-Second Amendment despite being extremely pro gun.

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People commonly quote Marx communicating that the possession of firearms must not be infringed, but I'd like more general principles and justifications than an appeal to Marx.

I've done some reading but when I cannot I just think about things on my own, maybe bounce ideas off a friend.

Word Vomit Contained insideThe view that I've come to currently is that violence (defined in this case as the obstruction or frustration of another's plans and ambitions) is a core universal tool which all living things employ. Language and cooperation were evolutionary evolved as a complement to violence (communication and cooperation allowed group violence which greatly improved survival odds). However, in cases where communication/cooperation with an outgroup breaks down, violence in some form will be fallen back on.

What's more, between two non-cooperative groups, if one group can obtain what they want through violence without losing more than they gain, they'll quite often choose that option as it is enticing.

Because of this natural progression, force-on-force is almost inevitable. To prevent being trodden upon by others, it is wise for a community to arm itself and train, thus greatly raising the cost of confrontations, hopefully beyond what others are willing to pay.

I would like to hear more from folks though, maybe just wise words on operation, maybe some sources to check out in my free time. Anything to better build my understanding is welcome.

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Thinking of living in my car for a few months when I graduate, and probably will need a gun for safety. What would be a great gun to start with? Preferably affordable please

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Glock G19 compact 9mm, three yards, ten-round group. Still got some work to do.

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I've heard from various people that the SRA has a lot of problems, most prominently the lack of leadership from the national organisers, who defer virtually all branch affairs to local organisers, who are often absentees who deprive their membership of the opportunity to organise themselves. Are there any members here who've experienced these problems first hand, and if so, what are your thoughts on the organisation as it currently stands?

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Hello gun havers.

This post is intended as an open forum for discussions on firearms, questions, and general communication within the community.

Feel free to post pictures of guns you might own or hope to own, memes, etc.

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If you wish to become a moderator of the Firearms community, please let me know.

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Haven't been to the range in a while. My trigger discipline has definitely decayed. Still not terrible though.

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So I am a bit aware of the John Brown Gun Club and Socialist Rifle Association, but I am looking for more information.

Do any comrades here know of or are part of any gun groups for Marxists? Any information could be helpful, including about the two I mentioned. I've heard mixed reviews on both and would like it kind of straightened out. Also additional options or what have you would be nice.

I am US based.

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Time to arm your women. If they refuse to do an abortion, bring a handgrenade

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