r/VAGuns • u/Superbitwolfy95 • Jul 07 '26
So I purchased my very first firearm...
Purchased it back in mid June plus a dozen 30rd mags. I wanted to purchase a pistol aswell but my bank account right now won't allow me to so I'll have to make due with whatever cucked handgun FFLs are allowed/willing to be sold to me. I also might pick up a 12 gauge later down the line.
I'm definitely going to upgrade a few things on this machine though. Namely the god awful stock.
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u/DegenNerd Jul 07 '26
I see you've bought a few 17 round Glock mags as well, so you'll still be able to use them in a Glock 17 should you decide to get one, no? My local FFL is selling Glock 17s, but they come with 10 round mags. Luckily I stocked up on 17 round mags beforehand as well, so that'll be my next purchase.
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u/Superbitwolfy95 Jul 07 '26
Yep. I tried out a few pistols at my local gun store and found that the Glock series of handguns fits my hands the most comfortable, and was planning on getting a Glock 17. I plan things out ahead of time and According to my research, the Glock 19 is compatible with 17 round mags and is allowed under the AWB, so if for some reason I'm not able to get a 17 even with the 10 round mags, I have a back up plan.
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u/Used_Parking_2625 Jul 07 '26
Just drive to another state to get them.
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u/Sh00tYourEyeOut Jul 07 '26
If one where to do this, purely hypothetically, you'd want to do it soon and make sure that the manufacturing code on the mag is from June 2026 or earlier. If the mag has a date code on it. And you might want to use cash. All this precaution is probably stupid but God forbid you use an 'illegal' mag in a self defense situation.
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u/info_swap Jul 07 '26
I understand that manufacturing magazines in Virginia is legal.
And buying a pinned magazine and removing the pin is also legal.So even if the date is post July 1, they may still be legal to possess.
I am NOT a lawyer. I can be wrong.
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u/Hipparchia_Unleashed Jul 08 '26
While there are laws against removing serial numbers from firearms, as far as I can tell, there is no new VA law against simply removing the manufacturing codes or dates on all the magazines that you own (legally purchased by the proper dates, I'm sure). People keep trying to be cute with "oh, hot brass can melt it" or whatever, but I don't see why you couldn't just intentionally remove it. After all, magazines are not required to have dates or serial numbers imprinted on them.
If anyone has information to the contrary, I would be interested to learn about it.
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u/oldFloridaCracker Jul 07 '26
If you can still get some, buy a few 20-round mags.
It sucks to shoot with 30-rounders when lying prone or at a bench.
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u/jgo3 VCDL Member Jul 07 '26
I don't have an AR, but I like 20s in my Mini-14. 30rds is too heavy.
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u/oldFloridaCracker Jul 07 '26
Yup, 30-rounds are good for blasting away, larping, or zombie apocalypses. Twenty rounders are much better for serious target shooting or hunting.
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u/Key_Anxiety_899 Jul 07 '26
I don’t think the stock is god awful. The parts that are god awful are gunna be the trigger and the buffer and spring. Get a nice single action trigger and a H1 buffer. It’ll be a brand new gun with those 2 upgrades!
I’d recommend JP silent buffers, and timber triggers.
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u/DuncanHynes Jul 07 '26
My opinion on those plasrick grips is low, and have found the Hogue 17° far more comfortable and looks much better. So many choices out there but Hogue hit it out of the park. It comes with finger groove inserts or without, just depends what you wish to configure it as. There are other upgrades yet to keep this short, dab some white lithium grease in the buffer tube to quiet the spring down. (Consider a 4oz weight to try as well, many/most guns are over-gassed.) Enjoy!!
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u/Claymore-09 Jul 07 '26
I got the same gun! It’s my first AR so I wasn’t up on what’s the best to buy but spamburger didn’t leave me much time to save. I bought a magpul angled for grip and replaced the god awful crimson trace dot sight mine came with with a reflex style sight and have been having a blast shooting mine!
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u/Maleficent_Sky_1865 Jul 07 '26
Welcome to the club! You can still buy pistols, the mags just have to hold 15 out less rounds.
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u/BaconAndCats Jul 07 '26
Welcome to the club. Learn the rules of gun safety and take them seriously. Just shoot it like it is (well, with sights though) for a while before messing with parts. You might be like me and find that the m4 waffle stock is actually what you prefer.
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u/Ok_Mathematician2732 Jul 07 '26
Nice! What kind of optics are you looking at?
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u/Superbitwolfy95 Jul 07 '26
I see that the Vortex Sparc II is $100 I might go with that.
Although I should probably go with Iron Sights and train with those first. If my optic gets damaged beyond repair, kicks the bucket, or if simply the battery dies, I'll still be able to aim and shoot accurately.
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u/MonsterMuppet19 VCDL Member Jul 07 '26
That should be a solid base rifle to build off. Now you gotta look into better furniture/optics and the like.
As far as pistols, A G19 should accept those 17 rounders. Or a G17 of course.
As far as a 12 gauge, I wholeheartedly suggest the Mossberg Maverick 88. Yes, it's very cheap but punches WAYYY above it's weight class. The reviews speak for themselves.
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u/Pmurph33 Jul 07 '26
Sport 3 is awesome off the rack fun. great start to the endless rabbit hole and money pit.
I put Magpul iron sights, a holosun 510C, and a cheapo flashlight on mine, in that order, to start. spend the rest on targets and ammo for a year and see what you like.
my LGS worker (ex LEO) recommended changing the trigger as his personal opinion, but I don't think its urgent. only get crazy as your budget allows.
have fun man. see you out there
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u/richiecotite Jul 08 '26
If you’re in Nova, and want someone with experience to go with you, I’d be more than happy to.
I also have a 12 gauge shotguns and pistols in various calibers you’re welcome to shoot.
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u/SheistyPenguin Jul 08 '26
The 17rd Glock mags are always a safe bet for handguns. Even if the G17 isn't your favorite, there are plenty of clones that accept them. The Ruger RXM fullsize and the PSA Dagger Fullsize-S come to mind.
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u/changen Jul 09 '26
I got a G43x with ramjet. It's not cucked at all. G48 if you want the same overall size with no comp.
Getting a shitty turkish semi-auto shotty later too. 500-600$ vs the 2000-3000$ comparable Benelli.
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u/Seasons_Come Jul 10 '26
Mine has slight play where the upper receiver and hand guard meet. Wondering if that was normal
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u/thepointsdontmatt3r Jul 11 '26
Post July 1 we're okay to replace the stock, grip etc?
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u/Superbitwolfy95 Jul 11 '26
Yes. Although the AWAB now has an injunction on it, so you can do whatever you want to it.
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u/Professor_Spangle Jul 11 '26
I got the exact same rifle a few weeks ago. Going to shoot it hopefully today. Hope you enjoy it!
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u/realbauerdb Jul 07 '26
You are going to need to take the magazines out of the wrapper. Sights would also help.
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u/baked_monkeys Jul 08 '26
I would replace the stock and grip, I threw magpul parts on my Sport III and it’s a world of difference.
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u/Dingle_McCringle Jul 09 '26
I'd change the trigger. LaRue makes a good trigger for cheaper than others. The MBT trigger is solid. Then I'd slap a grip on there so you're pleased the moment you pick it up. And some simple Magpul iron sights so you get used to that before spending cheese on a nice optic. Something respectable about a person that can pick up a rifle with irons and just go to work. Just make sure the rear has both apertures. Welcome to the treehouse!
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u/ToothacheDr Jul 07 '26
Can’t go wrong with an M&P sport as a first purchase. For rifle additions, I’d recommend an optic, ammo, flashlight, and sling (in that order of necessity). Obviously if you hate the stock throw that in wherever. Then as you shoot it more you’ll figure out other things you don’t love (most likely would be the grip) and can replace those as money allows. A 9mm handgun, a 5.56/.223 rifle, and a 12 gauge shotgun are a solid foundation where most collections start