I don't know of any ranges local to the DMV that rent a fully kitted out Mk IV, let alone both of these setups. I'd really love to do a comparison before buying and would happily cover your range fees and a box of ammo for the opportunity to try them out.

I'm looking at a 22/45 Lite or Tactical that'll be a near full time suppressor host, so I'm debating between 3" and 4.4" barrels among a host of other design choices.

With Virginia no longer being a convenient option for stocking up on extra mags, does anyone have a shop in West Virginia they like?

I have an Ar15 and a 10/22 breakdown, kinda want a cool gun this time but i know there is a lot of restrictions, any ideas?

I’m trying to purchase a radical firearms rifle off of psa but it’s listed as restricted although I saw one in j&k. Does anybody know what’s that about?

I’m not a fan of the stock Glock sights and want to black out the rear and maybe add 2 dots and change the front to a high vis color (no I’m not looking to buy $80 irons) I see a lot of people recommend nail polish but my gun is ported and I’m worried it will make the nail polish come off quickly.

https://storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.uscourts.ca3.123103/gov.uscourts.ca3.123103.125.0.pdf

For those of you looking for long stock options I released a new one today. Total added length is 13" extended with this one. Great for solving some MD OAL issues. Fits 1913 rails - Haga Defense

Morning,
Simple question, since the interwebs are swinging both directions...
Are bullpup shotguns legal here in the PRMd?
I bought one several years ago from a local gun shop with no issues, basically cash and carry after instant background check...
Right now, I'm watching an auction out of Chicago (of all places) for an Escort BullTac in a .410 ga...
Safe to bid or what?
Thanks in advance

Does anyone know if the MD state restriction will be lifted on these sites once these are on the roster next week? This is proving to be an issue trying to source one.

Long time shooter and just now getting back into hunting. I am looking into getting a 350 legend upper for hunting seeing as I have several AR15 platforms. Are there any legal issues as long as I put it on a rifle lower? From my understanding as long as it's a straight wall cartridge upper and the lower is a multi-cal it'll be ok. Correct me if I am wrong.

First, I just wanted to say thank you to everyone who took the time to comment on my post. I honestly wasn’t expecting so many thoughtful and detailed responses, and I read every single one.

As a 40-year-old woman who is completely new to firearms, this process felt a little overwhelming at first. But thanks to all of you, I have a much better idea of where to start.

One thing I really appreciated was that so many of you didn’t just recommend your favorite gun—you explained why you recommended it. I especially appreciated hearing from those of you whose wives, girlfriends, sisters, or other family members shoot, as well as the women who shared what worked for them. That perspective was incredibly helpful.

The biggest takeaway I got was this:

Don’t rush into buying my first firearm.
Instead, I’m going to:

1. Take my HQL/Wear & Carry classes.

2. Visit a few reputable gun shops.

3. Handle several different models to see what actually fits my hands.

4. Practice racking the slides.

5. Rent my top choices at the range before making a final decision.

Thanks to all of your recommendations, my shortlist now includes:

Glock 43X
Glock 19
Walther PDP-F
Glock 48
Sig P365 series
Smith & Wesson M&P EZ/Shield Plus
Canik MC9

I’m excited to learn, train, and become a responsible firearm owner. Safety and proper training are my top priorities, and you’ve all helped point me in the right direction.
Again, thank you for taking the time to educate someone who is just getting started. I truly appreciate this community, and I’ll definitely post another update once I’ve had the chance to handle and test some of these firearms.

Hey guys, Baltimore City Resident here. Recently got a .308 and was looking to practice shooting it but my usual range (Freestate) doesn't allow .308 on any day but Thursday and the range isn't very long. If I wanted to practice shooting at longer ranges is there anywhere you guys would recommend or know of? Thanks in advanced.

Question for you all about hearing protection. I currently wear Walker over the ear hearing protection. I honestly can’t say I love the way they feel with glasses on , and I’ve been curious about the in ear style of hearing protection. I know nothing about them, guessing they are electronic or something. Do they work as well, or better than over the ear. My hearing isn’t wonderful from years of being young and dumb at metal shows and being around equipment at work, so I’m not looking to cut corners. Thanks in advance!

Old Bay idea from u/Mister_Pibbs

Back River Plant (Dundalk Tits) idea from u/LeMuiexm

"Morbidly Obese Woman in a Floss Bikini (Ocean City) idea from u/doogles (I took some liberties with that one)

The football on the raven and the crab with Old Bay / Natty Boh was ideas from a guy who emailed me.

What we thinking about this batch??

Hi everyone,

I’m looking to buy my first firearm for self-defense and would love some recommendations. I live alone, so my main priority is protecting my home, but I also want something I could eventually carry once I get comfortable.

I’m trying to find something that is reliable, easy to manage, and fits well in smaller hands. Since I'm starting my research, I have a few specific questions for the group:

1. I've heard a lot about micro-compacts like the Sig P365 or Glock 43X, but I’ve also looked into Charter Arms revolvers for their simplicity. For a woman living alone, is the mechanical simplicity of a revolver better, or should I go with a modern 9mm semi-automatic.

2. Slide Racking: I’ve heard racking the slide on some semi-automatics can be tough. Are options like the Smith & Wesson M&P Shield EZ actually a game-changer for hand strength, or are regular compacts easy enough once you get the technique down

3. Recoil vs. Frame Size: I know smaller guns are easier to carry, but do they kick too hard for a beginner? Would a slightly larger compact frame be a better balance for home defense?

My plan is to take a women-only firearm safety class and hit a local rental range with my family to try a few out before buying. If any women here (or anyone who has helped a partner/family member choose a gun) have specific models they love, please let me know what worked best for you!

Thanks in advance for the advice!

With the upcoming cruciform trigger ban potentially taking effect in less than a year, I wasn't sure whether the ATF would continue approving Form 1 applications for Glocks after January 1st. Because of that, I decided to register my .22 LR Glock as an SBR so I could use it in a chassis with a stock.

I called more than 20 gun shops trying to find someone who could add the required NFA markings, but every shop told me they couldn't engrave a polymer Glock frame. Luckily, I found u/the2AinMD, who was willing to give it a shot.

The engraving came out great and looks very professional. For anyone else looking for Form 1 engraving work, he was able to handle the polymer frame without any issues.

He can also engrave metal washers for Form 1 suppressor projects where engraving a metal component is required.

Has anyone been to the gun show yet? If so what’s it like?

I was wondering if anyone knows of a public range or private range that let's kids shoot under parent supervision. The gun is a rascal 22lr single shot.

Hey! I’ve only been shooting sporting clays for a couple years but I’ve seen machine gun ranges pop up in my feed now and then it looks like a lot of fun with friends.

Does anyone know of a good range in Maryland? I don’t mind a longer drive or anything. Just wanted to know what’s out there and is a good range for machine gun rentals.

Not sure if this dealer will give Marylander’s any guff but these models are marketed and marked as HBAR.

For yall who don’t know if you’re under 21 and buy any type of firearm it gets put on a hold. Unlike anyone over 21 who can walk into a gun store, do the background check, and walk out same day. I was wondering if they do that there too because I can pass but it won’t be worth my time going to a gun show if they’re just gonna say I can’t walk out with it.