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Welcome back.
"Let us never forget that good intelligence saves American lives and protects our freedom."
-Ronald Reagan
-Ronald Reagan
Newby Saying Thank You
I am new to shooting and reloading. (And I will try and not get sappy here.)
In October 2012 I bought my first rifle, an AK-47, and have gone a little crazy since then. I am a physician and have a great wife who puts up with my habits.
A young patient of mine introduced me to the PS90 and Five-Seven pistol. I quickly bought my own and I love them.
I started reloading the 9, 40, 45, 30-06, .223, 6.5x55, 270 WSM, .308, .303 British, 7.5x55, 7.62x54r and a few others (ok a lot crazy). In researching the 5.7 I was intimidated by this little round. I researched the heck out of this forum and today fired off my first successful rounds. Thanks to you guys/gals I still have my hands and therefore occupation!
This thank you is truly heartfelt. You folks have put a whole lot of time, energy and money into the education of others. Being willing to share your talents and skills with others is truly noble. People like you will be the saving grace of our democracy.
At any rate . . . THANK YOU!
In October 2012 I bought my first rifle, an AK-47, and have gone a little crazy since then. I am a physician and have a great wife who puts up with my habits.
A young patient of mine introduced me to the PS90 and Five-Seven pistol. I quickly bought my own and I love them.
I started reloading the 9, 40, 45, 30-06, .223, 6.5x55, 270 WSM, .308, .303 British, 7.5x55, 7.62x54r and a few others (ok a lot crazy). In researching the 5.7 I was intimidated by this little round. I researched the heck out of this forum and today fired off my first successful rounds. Thanks to you guys/gals I still have my hands and therefore occupation!
This thank you is truly heartfelt. You folks have put a whole lot of time, energy and money into the education of others. Being willing to share your talents and skills with others is truly noble. People like you will be the saving grace of our democracy.
At any rate . . . THANK YOU!
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Welcome to the forum Dr & congrats on your reloads (and the tolerant wife :laugh: ).
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Greetings!
Hello! I own the USG, I have had it about 4 years. It was bought by someone to take his CCW class with and when he was done it went into the consignment shop. I have to say this is one of the nicest weapons I have fired!
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Welcome to the site Al. Love the name.
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New member from the Patron State of Shooting Stuff
Hey y'all,
I'm just in from Music City, USA. The FiveseveN is a recent addition. I'm thinking this FiveseveN will become my primary carry. I also have my C&R with a very small collection of ComBlock weapons.
I'm just in from Music City, USA. The FiveseveN is a recent addition. I'm thinking this FiveseveN will become my primary carry. I also have my C&R with a very small collection of ComBlock weapons.
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Hi im jonnymertz from sunny southbay California.
im interested in purchasing my first five seven. ordering from out of state and selling a few out of my collection to make it happen so i hope the rage is all worth it! from the looks of things, i wont be disappointed.
im interested in purchasing my first five seven. ordering from out of state and selling a few out of my collection to make it happen so i hope the rage is all worth it! from the looks of things, i wont be disappointed.
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Welcome to the forum!
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Welcome, sir!!
Never attribute to malice that which can be explained by stupidity.
The shooter will always matter more than the gear ever will.
Stop relying on others to do the work for you.
Shoot more, worry less.
The shooter will always matter more than the gear ever will.
Stop relying on others to do the work for you.
Shoot more, worry less.
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Good day everyone,
Erik from the great white north in Ontario. Lookin to get an FN 5-7. Originally wanted to get FN C1A1 but they are on the Canadian prohibited list
Any other Canucks on here?
Erik from the great white north in Ontario. Lookin to get an FN 5-7. Originally wanted to get FN C1A1 but they are on the Canadian prohibited list
Any other Canucks on here?
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joined the other day to research a 5.7 that my father was looking into. He bought it today and I've got the bug bad. As such, I'll be on here learning more and ultimately pick one up. Great resource y'all have here.
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Just joined as I was finally!!!! able to find a 5.7 and bought it! I am looking forward to learning from the experiences of others on this site. I was hopping I could purchase one before these douche bags aka government in IL ban them.
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Welcome to the club! congrats on the Five Seveningram622 wrote:Just joined as I was finally!!!! able to find a 5.7 and bought it! I am looking forward to learning from the experiences of others on this site. I was hopping I could purchase one before these douche bags aka government in IL ban them.
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Hi all,
I'm a new member here- been lurking for the past 3 days or so. I finally registered so I could post a WTB. I have an M1A Scout with walnut stock & iron sights and I'm looking to get a FsN. Preferably black USG with fixed tritium combat night sights. It's going to be the bedside weapon, SHTF sidearm, camping/wilderness accessory and occasional range toy. Not trying to shoot the hat off a small man from 50 yards away like in Last Samurai.
Anyways. The FsN is awesome. I mean, after all, why WOULDN'T somebody want the same weapon the US secret service uses to protect the president? and of course Sam Fisher's handgun of choice!
I'm a new member here- been lurking for the past 3 days or so. I finally registered so I could post a WTB. I have an M1A Scout with walnut stock & iron sights and I'm looking to get a FsN. Preferably black USG with fixed tritium combat night sights. It's going to be the bedside weapon, SHTF sidearm, camping/wilderness accessory and occasional range toy. Not trying to shoot the hat off a small man from 50 yards away like in Last Samurai.
Anyways. The FsN is awesome. I mean, after all, why WOULDN'T somebody want the same weapon the US secret service uses to protect the president? and of course Sam Fisher's handgun of choice!
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Hello everyone, I'm Sean and live in Michigan. I have had a PS90 & USG for awhile and finally was able to pick a MK2 last month. I have been lurking around this forum for awhile and look forward to gaining as much knowledge and information as humanly possible.
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Welcome
"Let us never forget that good intelligence saves American lives and protects our freedom."
-Ronald Reagan
-Ronald Reagan
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Hey man welcome to the forum! and congrats on the new toys
You are in the right spot
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You are in the right spot
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dewey45 wrote:Hello everyone, I'm Sean and live in Michigan. I have had a PS90 & USG for awhile and finally was able to pick a MK2 last month. I have been lurking around this forum for awhile and look forward to gaining as much knowledge and information as humanly possible.
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Hey all I'm Mark. I've been lurking for some time and finally registered. I have a FsN Mk II in FDE and a FDE PS90, as well as other X brand weapons. Great site and TONS of great info!
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Welcome to the forum Mark. Lots of good stuff to learn here.
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Hello everyone, my name is Josh. I'm 23 years old. I've been a lurker here for a couple months, and have always been fascinated by the 5.7 round and pistol. I just purchased a Five-Seven, and love the way it shoots and feels. I also own a Beretta Px4.
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Welcome to the forum.
"Let us never forget that good intelligence saves American lives and protects our freedom."
-Ronald Reagan
-Ronald Reagan
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Hello everyone,
Im new to the forum but i have been reading on it for some time. I had just received my new fn 5.7 mk2 and went to the range with her and loved it. I now wish i had gotten one sooner. If anyone has any suggestions or comments please feel free to contact me.
Im new to the forum but i have been reading on it for some time. I had just received my new fn 5.7 mk2 and went to the range with her and loved it. I now wish i had gotten one sooner. If anyone has any suggestions or comments please feel free to contact me.
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Hello my name is Paul my screen name is elpablo I live in Odessa TX I love walther handguns and the 5.7 guns I do not own a 5.7 yet but a big howdy to you and yours
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Welcome to the forum Paul.
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I've lurked for a while, been a member for a shorter time, and this is actually my second post. I've wanted a FsN for as long as they've been produced and after dealing with a family member's major medical emergency after a surgical procedure that defied the odds of not just being successful, but that she survived, I decided that it was time to make the purchase.
Now I find that I don't have anywhere other than a state game lands range to shoot it! My local club prohibits any handgun ammunition that breaks 1200fps on the handgun ranges and the rifle ranges have target stands at 100m... I'll sort something out, even if I have to petition the board.
First world problems, eh?
Thanks for having the forum and I look forward to becoming more involved.
Kurt
Now I find that I don't have anywhere other than a state game lands range to shoot it! My local club prohibits any handgun ammunition that breaks 1200fps on the handgun ranges and the rifle ranges have target stands at 100m... I'll sort something out, even if I have to petition the board.
First world problems, eh?
Thanks for having the forum and I look forward to becoming more involved.
Kurt
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1200 FPS limit? That's crap, I used to have a mouse gun that'd do that. Pretty much eliminates all magnums as well. Hope you get it sorted, and welcome.
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Welcome!
Never attribute to malice that which can be explained by stupidity.
The shooter will always matter more than the gear ever will.
Stop relying on others to do the work for you.
Shoot more, worry less.
The shooter will always matter more than the gear ever will.
Stop relying on others to do the work for you.
Shoot more, worry less.
Newb here!
Newb here with a Five-seveN USG!
Just thought I'd register and see what else I can learn here!
Looking forward to it!
Just thought I'd register and see what else I can learn here!
Looking forward to it!
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Welcome to the forum!
Never attribute to malice that which can be explained by stupidity.
The shooter will always matter more than the gear ever will.
Stop relying on others to do the work for you.
Shoot more, worry less.
The shooter will always matter more than the gear ever will.
Stop relying on others to do the work for you.
Shoot more, worry less.
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Thanks for the welcome!
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Guess I better make the introduction since it looks like I have found an interesting site to learn from.
I own
FN PS90
FN5.7 MKII
FN 45 Tactical
FNS9
FNS9 Long Slide
Bunch of others not FN (I do have a Night Hawk Custom GRP that I love the hell out of shooting so I will mention it also)
Go easy on me (or what ever). I was oilfield trash for 40 years so I can probably take some abuse.
I own
FN PS90
FN5.7 MKII
FN 45 Tactical
FNS9
FNS9 Long Slide
Bunch of others not FN (I do have a Night Hawk Custom GRP that I love the hell out of shooting so I will mention it also)
Go easy on me (or what ever). I was oilfield trash for 40 years so I can probably take some abuse.
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Welcome to the forum!
Jay Wolf
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Howdy Y'all. New guy here, and just wanted to be friendly, and to display my good manners by introducing myself.
Skyking was one of my favorite TV shows when I was a kid, and I always liked the name.
I'm retired now, and loving it.
I'm in the process of building my own AR-57 with an 80% lower. I've finally gathered all the necessary parts, and pieces, and will begin the build next week when I get up to my brother in laws shop during the Christmas holiday. I'm pretty pumped up about it.
I've been around firearms all my life, and have mostly been a clay target shooter since I started as a trap boy at the local club at 13 years of age. I'm a life member of the National, and Texas Skeet Shooters Assoc, and the National Sporting Clays Assoc. I shoot all the disciplines; but American Skeet is my favorite.
I look forward to all there is to learn on this forum, and will add my own knowledge when, and where it might be needed.
Thanks in advance,
Larry
PS: I'll update as to my build progress if anyone is interested.
"What if this is as good as it gets"?
A half truth is a whole lie.
Skyking was one of my favorite TV shows when I was a kid, and I always liked the name.
I'm retired now, and loving it.
I'm in the process of building my own AR-57 with an 80% lower. I've finally gathered all the necessary parts, and pieces, and will begin the build next week when I get up to my brother in laws shop during the Christmas holiday. I'm pretty pumped up about it.
I've been around firearms all my life, and have mostly been a clay target shooter since I started as a trap boy at the local club at 13 years of age. I'm a life member of the National, and Texas Skeet Shooters Assoc, and the National Sporting Clays Assoc. I shoot all the disciplines; but American Skeet is my favorite.
I look forward to all there is to learn on this forum, and will add my own knowledge when, and where it might be needed.
Thanks in advance,
Larry
PS: I'll update as to my build progress if anyone is interested.
"What if this is as good as it gets"?
A half truth is a whole lie.
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Welcome to the forum!
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Hello new guy here. First off this site has a ton of info which is great for quick go to information and I love it. I've always wanted to buy a gun but like a car there are so many choices and pros and cons of each. I picked up my Five-seveN about 3 months ago the day before I got married. Since then I have been going to the range at least once a week to practice. I've never owned a gun before so I always triple check what I'm doing in a safe way. With that said I love the Five-seveN and how comfortable it feels. I stocked up on ammo for a while and I'm working on the basics of stance, grip, breathing, etc becsuse I want to be proficient at it but I'm obviously not going to be shooting competitively just a sport/hobby. I welcome any and all advice.
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Welcome to the forum.
Advice? Keep doing what you are doing. Shoot it for awhile before messing with it. Live with it and then if needed modify.
Advice? Keep doing what you are doing. Shoot it for awhile before messing with it. Live with it and then if needed modify.
Jay Wolf
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Welcome to the party!
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Welcome!BadMrFrosty wrote:Hello new guy here. First off this site has a ton of info which is great for quick go to information and I love it. I've always wanted to buy a gun but like a car there are so many choices and pros and cons of each. I picked up my Five-seveN about 3 months ago the day before I got married. Since then I have been going to the range at least once a week to practice. I've never owned a gun before so I always triple check what I'm doing in a safe way. With that said I love the Five-seveN and how comfortable it feels. I stocked up on ammo for a while and I'm working on the basics of stance, grip, breathing, etc becsuse I want to be proficient at it but I'm obviously not going to be shooting competitively just a sport/hobby. I welcome any and all advice.
You're covering the basics, but I'd add setting money aside and taking a good training class with a qualified instructor so you can have a third party evaluate what you're doing and teach you much more than the basics. Even though I've been to numerous classes over the years, each one teaches me something new.
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I'm really considering taking classes. Like my guitar instructor said to me years ago, you can learn how to play from watching videos and talking to people but there's no one there to correct you if your doing something wrong or improper. Like I said I want to be accurate and proficient so I think it would be the way to go.
New Guy from North Carolina
Just picked up a new 5-7. I must admit I don't know a lot about the gun. It was not on my wish list and I just bought it because I got a really good deal. Took it to the range yesterday and love it. Here to learn as much as I can about he firearm.
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Welcome
"Let us never forget that good intelligence saves American lives and protects our freedom."
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Welcome to the forum!
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Hello all,
Newest member here, I have been lurking for a week or so, I decided I should join up! Mainly for the reloading of the 5.7x28mm round, I own a USG FiveseveN and PS90, I have been reloading for five or so years, it's more of a hobby rather than money saving at the moment.
I will post my questions on the 5.7 round in the proper section.
Our pretty great state of Utah is where I live, married, two kids, two dogs, not your typical Utah family, but it works for me, I like outdoorsy stuff, not a hunter, My last hunt was a bow hunt in about 1991, I still own my first firearm that was given to me by my father in 1980-81, that being a Winchester model 94 in a 30-30 flavor.
I'm hoping to be a member in good standing here.
Thanks
Brian.
Newest member here, I have been lurking for a week or so, I decided I should join up! Mainly for the reloading of the 5.7x28mm round, I own a USG FiveseveN and PS90, I have been reloading for five or so years, it's more of a hobby rather than money saving at the moment.
I will post my questions on the 5.7 round in the proper section.
Our pretty great state of Utah is where I live, married, two kids, two dogs, not your typical Utah family, but it works for me, I like outdoorsy stuff, not a hunter, My last hunt was a bow hunt in about 1991, I still own my first firearm that was given to me by my father in 1980-81, that being a Winchester model 94 in a 30-30 flavor.
I'm hoping to be a member in good standing here.
Thanks
Brian.
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Welcome to the forum!
Jay Wolf
Pr. Elite Ammunition
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"Engineers, the oompa-loompas of science!"
Be'ein Tachbulot Yipol Am Veteshua Berov Yoetz
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VitSports6 wrote:Hello all,
Newest member here, I have been lurking for a week or so, I decided I should join up! Mainly for the reloading of the 5.7x28mm round, I own a USG FiveseveN and PS90, I have been reloading for five or so years, it's more of a hobby rather than money saving at the moment.
I will post my questions on the 5.7 round in the proper section.
Our pretty great state of Utah is where I live, married, two kids, two dogs, not your typical Utah family, but it works for me, I like outdoorsy stuff, not a hunter, My last hunt was a bow hunt in about 1991, I still own my first firearm that was given to me by my father in 1980-81, that being a Winchester model 94 in a 30-30 flavor.
I'm hoping to be a member in good standing here.
Thanks
Brian.
Welcome to the forum, Brian!
It's a pretty quaint community here with a dense group of independent testors, reloaders, and shooters. Most of us shoot more than we post, here.
Never attribute to malice that which can be explained by stupidity.
The shooter will always matter more than the gear ever will.
Stop relying on others to do the work for you.
Shoot more, worry less.
The shooter will always matter more than the gear ever will.
Stop relying on others to do the work for you.
Shoot more, worry less.
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Howdy Y'all!!
I'm the newest FNG to the forum....I've lurked a little bit here and there over the last year or so looking for answers to questions about my PS90, and looking for reloading information on the 5.7 cartdridge.
I'm from just north of Houston, Texas, and I work in St. John's, Newfoundland.
Currently looking for information about some magazines and figure that it's time to get a little more active on here.
One question.....the forum on my 'puter has black type on a greyscale background; is there any way to change that? It's kept me from joining in the past, as it's hard on my eyes to read....
Thanks!!
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I'm the newest FNG to the forum....I've lurked a little bit here and there over the last year or so looking for answers to questions about my PS90, and looking for reloading information on the 5.7 cartdridge.
I'm from just north of Houston, Texas, and I work in St. John's, Newfoundland.
Currently looking for information about some magazines and figure that it's time to get a little more active on here.
One question.....the forum on my 'puter has black type on a greyscale background; is there any way to change that? It's kept me from joining in the past, as it's hard on my eyes to read....
Thanks!!
- Subsea
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Welcome!, Go to the user control panel, it's under board preferences.
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Awesome!! Thanks!!
New owner and new to the forum
Hey all. I am the new owner of a brand new never fired 5.7 IOM model. Serial Number 3861037XX. I am the second owner as my brother got this from a dealer brand new and for some reason never fired it. Yeah I don't know what is wrong with him either. Lol. I got the weapon, 4 mags 2/10 and 2/20 100 rounds of ammo, box, and everything that it comes with from the factory for $800. Being that it is the IOM model, what is a current market price for one of these? I'm Not looking to sell it. I am just curious what this might be worth. Also since I have never owned one of these, work issues my a sig sauer and all the ammo I can shoot lol, I am thinking this might be a good home defense weapon for my wife once I put a light/laser on it. Any thoughts as to what a good home defense ammo would be?
Thank you in advance for any input.
Dan
Thank you in advance for any input.
Dan
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Welcome! You should post a picture under the FsN section.
I've usually seen them go for around $1200-1400 but not more than that.
If you have the original DAO version, then that goes for more, probably around 1600$, depending on if you have all the paperwork, if it is unfired, etc.
I've usually seen them go for around $1200-1400 but not more than that.
If you have the original DAO version, then that goes for more, probably around 1600$, depending on if you have all the paperwork, if it is unfired, etc.
Never attribute to malice that which can be explained by stupidity.
The shooter will always matter more than the gear ever will.
Stop relying on others to do the work for you.
Shoot more, worry less.
The shooter will always matter more than the gear ever will.
Stop relying on others to do the work for you.
Shoot more, worry less.
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Howdy from Austin, Texas.
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Hello all, brand new to the Forum and also from Texas.
I see the previous two posters above me are from Austin, one of the many Central Texas towns I very frequently pass through as my job calls me to travel up and down the I35 corridor all the time.
I see many familiar handles from the Other Forum, so some of you already know me.
For those of you who I don't know, I hope to get to know you all too
I see the previous two posters above me are from Austin, one of the many Central Texas towns I very frequently pass through as my job calls me to travel up and down the I35 corridor all the time.
I see many familiar handles from the Other Forum, so some of you already know me.
For those of you who I don't know, I hope to get to know you all too
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Hello. Recently bought my first ever 5.7 pistol. A new MKII, which I have put a couple of boxes of factory ammo through. Great pistol and very accurate. I found your forum while researching the pistol prior to buying it, however was just "lurking" for information, intending to join later.
Interestingly enough, today I got a phone call from a good friend who was in the ER after having a 5.7 pistol blow up on him. He was shooting a 5.7 that belonged to someone else. He is missing a chunk of thumb, has some through and through wounds to his hand and is scheduled for surgery tonight to remove shrapnel and cauterize an arteriole that won't quit bleeding. (All on his left hand).
Honestly, although they claim to have been shooting factory ammo, I know the owner of the pistol has reloaded 5.7 in the past. Have any of you heard of problems with factory ammo, or are these type incidents only related to improper reloads?
Interestingly enough, today I got a phone call from a good friend who was in the ER after having a 5.7 pistol blow up on him. He was shooting a 5.7 that belonged to someone else. He is missing a chunk of thumb, has some through and through wounds to his hand and is scheduled for surgery tonight to remove shrapnel and cauterize an arteriole that won't quit bleeding. (All on his left hand).
Honestly, although they claim to have been shooting factory ammo, I know the owner of the pistol has reloaded 5.7 in the past. Have any of you heard of problems with factory ammo, or are these type incidents only related to improper reloads?
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It is of particular debate as to whether the FsN can fire out of battery (oob).
And yes, the round is sensitive; as long as you reload and use your brain/common sense and established methods, you'll be fine.
It is of particular debate as to whether the FsN can fire out of battery (oob).
And yes, the round is sensitive; as long as you reload and use your brain/common sense and established methods, you'll be fine.
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I bought my FiveSeven years ago and it's been perfect. I got on a tear to buy a SBR 9mm format but in my research I found I was to old school to own such a configuration. I ran across the PS90 and owning a FiveSeven with much ammo in my pile I decided it was the way to go. All the positive reviews on the PS90 finished off the sell. I do need some help in the purchase. I have an Eotech L3 sight I use on several of my weapons. Will it work on the base format PS90 or do I have a problem?Does anyone know the trigger pull out of the box? The prices I've been seeing are 12-1300 for the base model. One other thing I assume the 10,20,30,50 mags are interchangeable in a base model. I hope.
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Hello all! After securing my first Belgium HP in 1984, I figured out they made high quality, tight fitting pistols. So now, 31 years later, I finally bought a FNH FiveSeveN. I did not realize that polymer guns could or would be made with such high quality. The large grips fit my hand great. The Safariland Holster works great. Now to find magazine holders.
Is there anything I should know or be aware of before I head to the range. Yes, it will be cleaned really well before the inaugural shoot, and cleaned well afterwards. I used to shoot XTC rifle matches, but now with poor health, pistol shooting is much easier on me.
Is there anything I should know or be aware of before I head to the range. Yes, it will be cleaned really well before the inaugural shoot, and cleaned well afterwards. I used to shoot XTC rifle matches, but now with poor health, pistol shooting is much easier on me.
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Finally, I have my first Fiveseven. I have been wanting one for almost ten years now and have been reading this forum periodically during that time. I finally decided I was done waiting and paid a little over $1200.00 for a new Mk II with shipping. I was able to fire a few rounds very shortly after getting my hands on it. I already have bought a good bit of ammo from various sources and I now know I'm gonna need a lot more! This forum is a great resource and I'm looking forward to applying some of the things I have learned here. Thanks!
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Welcome to the club!!!!!!!!!!
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Well, I supposed I've lurked long enough. Howdy, Y'all. I'm Travis, now a long time Five-seveN adherant since I won this one in a card game with Han Solo. He was strangely happy to part with it, like he killed someone in a bar with it or something. Curious.
Thanks to the community here for the years of guidance and insight into my favorite Blaster Pistol.
Thanks to the community here for the years of guidance and insight into my favorite Blaster Pistol.
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Cool break!
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Happy New Year folks! I just joined the FN forum. I have been doing a lot of research on the Five Seven. It was next to impossible to find one locally. SO i started calling all around the country. I even called places that had five sevens for sale online at gun brokers.com and gunsamerica. Even though they had an ad online, they didn't have one when I called. I finally found one in Florida and bought it. It's being shipped to a local FFL. I cannot wait to get this gun in hand, literally.
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Happy New Year and welcome to the forum!
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Hello all.
I somehow missed this section.
I am Don in Reno, NV, USA.
I own a FN Five-Seven pistol, AR-57 and a PS-90.
I did a search and found this forum.
-Don- Reno, NV
I somehow missed this section.
I am Don in Reno, NV, USA.
I own a FN Five-Seven pistol, AR-57 and a PS-90.
I did a search and found this forum.
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Don
Welcome to the forum!
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Welcome to the forum!
Jay
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Welcome! Nice bunch here. Enjoy.
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Was on another FN forum that got hacked or something and won't let me back on and the email thing isn't responding so figure its dead...frustrating since I WAS a supporting member. Googling for info found this one so signed up.
Own a FN 5.7 and an FNS-9C very happy with both after many disappointments with pistols from other manufacturers.
Cerakoted both my FNs
Own a FN 5.7 and an FNS-9C very happy with both after many disappointments with pistols from other manufacturers.
Cerakoted both my FNs
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Riverkilt,
You did post but initial posts have to be approved before they can be seen due to too many spammers & bots. Anyway, welcome to the forum. We'd love to see the Cerakote jobs.
Also, since you basically made 2 initial posts, I deleted the second one. And the pics should post now, if not let me know, we'll see what we can do.
You did post but initial posts have to be approved before they can be seen due to too many spammers & bots. Anyway, welcome to the forum. We'd love to see the Cerakote jobs.
Also, since you basically made 2 initial posts, I deleted the second one. And the pics should post now, if not let me know, we'll see what we can do.
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Welcome to the forum!
They look nice!
They look nice!
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Hello,
Im Brett from Australia, an ex vet who collects handguns and odd firearms.
So far ive only 12 and do my own reloading.
Im Brett from Australia, an ex vet who collects handguns and odd firearms.
So far ive only 12 and do my own reloading.
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Sweet welcome to the forum!
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Hello Guys,
FNG here.
I caved and bought an FN 5.7 2 weeks ago, making it my second FN handgun. The other is an FNP-40.
I am a reloader, Conceal Carrier, and competitive rifle shooter. I don't shoot pistols near enough IMO. I finally started reloading for pistols this year, and have been improving in that regard.
I upgraded the barrel to an EFK 5.7" threaded so as to use my Silencero sparrow...I'm surprised at how loud the pistol is even with a suppressor.
Looking to learn more about the pistol and share experiences.
Zeke
FNG here.
I caved and bought an FN 5.7 2 weeks ago, making it my second FN handgun. The other is an FNP-40.
I am a reloader, Conceal Carrier, and competitive rifle shooter. I don't shoot pistols near enough IMO. I finally started reloading for pistols this year, and have been improving in that regard.
I upgraded the barrel to an EFK 5.7" threaded so as to use my Silencero sparrow...I'm surprised at how loud the pistol is even with a suppressor.
Looking to learn more about the pistol and share experiences.
Zeke
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Welcome!
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Whoa, you're in AUS?brelea wrote:Hello,
Im Brett from Australia, an ex vet who collects handguns and odd firearms.
So far ive only 12 and do my own reloading.
Welcome!
Never attribute to malice that which can be explained by stupidity.
The shooter will always matter more than the gear ever will.
Stop relying on others to do the work for you.
Shoot more, worry less.
The shooter will always matter more than the gear ever will.
Stop relying on others to do the work for you.
Shoot more, worry less.
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Localizer wrote:Hello Guys,
FNG here.
I caved and bought an FN 5.7 2 weeks ago, making it my second FN handgun. The other is an FNP-40.
I am a reloader, Conceal Carrier, and competitive rifle shooter. I don't shoot pistols near enough IMO. I finally started reloading for pistols this year, and have been improving in that regard.
I upgraded the barrel to an EFK 5.7" threaded so as to use my Silencero sparrow...I'm surprised at how loud the pistol is even with a suppressor.
Looking to learn more about the pistol and share experiences.
Zeke
Awesome, Zeke; what kind of rifle competitions do you enjoy?
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The shooter will always matter more than the gear ever will.
Stop relying on others to do the work for you.
Shoot more, worry less.
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Stop relying on others to do the work for you.
Shoot more, worry less.
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Thanks Guys.
I shoot high power rifle competitions, and prone matches (Service rifle class with iron sights); Midrange (600yds) & long range (1,000yards)
I shoot high power rifle competitions, and prone matches (Service rifle class with iron sights); Midrange (600yds) & long range (1,000yards)
New guy here
Just wanted to drop in and say HI!
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Hola!
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Howdy from Austin, Texas!
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A second howdy from Austin, TX!!!
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Stop relying on others to do the work for you.
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Stop relying on others to do the work for you.
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Hello from Florida!
I must pay my regards to the forum admin for approving my profile here and Hello all forum members, I'm Samuel Cruz from Miami, FL and I'm here to share my experience with gun smiths and online sellers also I want to gain information about AR rifles so I hope we will help each other in some way.
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Welcome Aboard
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New member from Seattle, WA. Thanks for approving me here
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Hello. I bought an AR5.7 upper, and have so far run 99 trouble free rounds through it - FN & American Eagle. Not on an AR - but on a Lyndon, which is an eBay AR trigger jig modified to fit an Ares AR thumbhole stock. I'll get some pics up after awhile.
I have a second design, using an unmodified trigger jig, and a modified California compliant non-pistol grip - that I'm using as a pistol grip. Need to throw some super glue on it or epoxy, maybe sink some self-tapping wood screws into the 3-D printed plastic bits to keep it from coming apart under recoil, and then I can go shoot it. One of the least expensive 5.7x28 pistols around, and can be built entirely of parts purchased off the internet. Slightly easier than doing an 80% AR lower.
Glad this forum is available. Look forward to interesting discussions.
I have a second design, using an unmodified trigger jig, and a modified California compliant non-pistol grip - that I'm using as a pistol grip. Need to throw some super glue on it or epoxy, maybe sink some self-tapping wood screws into the 3-D printed plastic bits to keep it from coming apart under recoil, and then I can go shoot it. One of the least expensive 5.7x28 pistols around, and can be built entirely of parts purchased off the internet. Slightly easier than doing an 80% AR lower.
Glad this forum is available. Look forward to interesting discussions.
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Pics?
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Lemme see...
Here's a pic of the Hera Arms thumbhole stock w/ the modified trigger jig installed:
Lemme go find one w/ the 5.7 upper.
Here ya go - right after Hurricane Harvey - put it together 1st thing:
Here's a pic of the Hera Arms thumbhole stock w/ the modified trigger jig installed:
Lemme go find one w/ the 5.7 upper.
Here ya go - right after Hurricane Harvey - put it together 1st thing:
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That's pretty sweet looking.
How to post pics & videos: viewtopic.php?f=3&t=6363
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Thanks! It's pretty odd for a 1st gun build, but it works - 99 trouble free rounds, half FN, half American Eagle.
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I really like the look of that stock and an AR57 upper. Tell me more about the setup.
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Take 1 Hera Arms thumbhole stock;
1 AR57 upper;
and 1 trigger jig off eBay. Add buffer tube, castle nuts, buffer, spring, and FCS. Hacksaw well, and pin together. Go shoot.
1 AR57 upper;
and 1 trigger jig off eBay. Add buffer tube, castle nuts, buffer, spring, and FCS. Hacksaw well, and pin together. Go shoot.
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First post here. Happy 5.7 owner!
I saw my first 5.7 at a friend's house about a year ago. I was intrigued by the design of the round, the way the pistol fit my hand (I'm 6'3" 260#) He had the blue tip ballistic rounds in it, and the kicker was the 20 rd magazine. When he opened his gun safe, there was a golden glow of light and the hallelujah chorus sang out (in my mind) in other words he really had a nice collection and the experience behind his choices. I saw my first suppressed AR up close and he had a Saiga shotgun as well (I love my Kel-Tec KSG w/Aguila mini shells, all 24 of them ready to go).
Anyway I got MY 5.7 about 6 weeks ago, went to the range once, then again a few days later to qualify for my Concealed Carry permit.
So I would love to conceal carry it, but in south Louisiana I wear cargo shorts with my button up short sleeve shirt about 10 months a year, and 501 tactical pants when I'm at work.
Concealed carry holster or clip suggestions? Or should I look for something smaller. The point to carrying concealed is to have my weapon with me as often as possible, and for it to be-well-"concealed" but also effective, and that means I have to be proficient with it.
Thanks.
Anyway I got MY 5.7 about 6 weeks ago, went to the range once, then again a few days later to qualify for my Concealed Carry permit.
So I would love to conceal carry it, but in south Louisiana I wear cargo shorts with my button up short sleeve shirt about 10 months a year, and 501 tactical pants when I'm at work.
Concealed carry holster or clip suggestions? Or should I look for something smaller. The point to carrying concealed is to have my weapon with me as often as possible, and for it to be-well-"concealed" but also effective, and that means I have to be proficient with it.
Thanks.
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Welcome to the forum
There are a lot of carry options. Peruse and you shall find.
There are a lot of carry options. Peruse and you shall find.
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Stop relying on others to do the work for you.
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Stop relying on others to do the work for you.
Shoot more, worry less.
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Thanks. I picked up a Ruger LCP II yesterday. Great "pocket carry" gun. I also ordered a IWB holster for the 5.7 that a forum member here spoke highly of.
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Welcome.
The FsN has the foot print of a 1911 just a lot lighter. This is what I use and have on me currently. The felt backing makes it very comfortable. Add to it the ulti clip option that allows you many option including not even having a belt on.
Video
https://youtu.be/Mzj4ySBMo6E
Link to EA's page
http://www.eliteammunition.com/accessor ... y=24972051
The FsN has the foot print of a 1911 just a lot lighter. This is what I use and have on me currently. The felt backing makes it very comfortable. Add to it the ulti clip option that allows you many option including not even having a belt on.
Video
https://youtu.be/Mzj4ySBMo6E
Link to EA's page
http://www.eliteammunition.com/accessor ... y=24972051
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Just joined this forum to gather information. It seems there is not much going on here now, where there appears to have been quite a bit in the past. Am I missing something?
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Welcome and you're right, it's been pretty dead around here for a while. Not sure if there's a reason, we do occasionally go through lulls.
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WELCOME, WE ARE ALL ZOMBIES
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