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by Stitches1974
13 Oct 2015, 02:30
Forum: PS90 & Other 5.7x28mm Rifles
Topic: Look What Finally Followed Me Home.
Replies: 22
Views: 25905

Re: Look What Finally Followed Me Home.

Like he said, you have to click on "Products" & then pick the one you want. A direct link would have been nice but it's not a lot to sort through. As for the pimping, we're handling it & hopefully we'll get a new forum sponsor out of it :thumb: By setup, I was assuming we would see a picture of his...
by Stitches1974
12 Oct 2015, 18:22
Forum: PS90 & Other 5.7x28mm Rifles
Topic: Look What Finally Followed Me Home.
Replies: 22
Views: 25905

Re: Look What Finally Followed Me Home.

dmachine wrote:
Rapier1772 wrote:You sure about that link?
Looks like a link to your business, not to your sights.
Go to "Products" and click on it. You will find 2 mounts, and soon more to come.
All I see is site pimping and no pics of your setup. :topic:
by Stitches1974
21 Jul 2015, 09:03
Forum: PS90 & Other 5.7x28mm Rifles
Topic: My PS90 and vest W/mag pouches
Replies: 4
Views: 7562

Re: My PS90 and vest W/mag pouches

Rapier, Thanks for the link. It is detailed and clearly explains the process. As of now I don't want to go throughout an online photo depository like Photobucket. It's just another step that I'd rather not do so I'll post "photo less". I gotta say that this is the first forum that I've joined (cars...
by Stitches1974
08 Jun 2015, 08:54
Forum: Elite Ammunition
Topic: They are HERE!!!!! Elite Ammunition OEM Ringsights
Replies: 48
Views: 58076

Re: They are HERE!!!!! Elite Ammunition OEM Ringsights

Thanks Jay. In no rush, was just curious.
by Stitches1974
07 Jun 2015, 14:00
Forum: Elite Ammunition
Topic: They are HERE!!!!! Elite Ammunition OEM Ringsights
Replies: 48
Views: 58076

Re: They are HERE!!!!! Elite Ammunition OEM Ringsights

The version Buffman was referring to is this version. USSG Black reticle, Aluminum body, internal illumination. We will have this version up in a few weeks. http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e169/panzermk2/Elite%20Ammunition%20PS90%20USSG%20Secret%20Service%20Optic%20Internally%20Illuminated_013.jp...
by Stitches1974
12 May 2015, 09:38
Forum: PS90 & Other 5.7x28mm Rifles
Topic: Best Mag for AR57
Replies: 3
Views: 7974

Re: Best Mag for AR57

Pro Mags are garbage. Stick to factory mags and save yourself the headache.
by Stitches1974
10 May 2015, 14:23
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Holster
Replies: 10
Views: 15407

Re: Holster

Doesn't the Crossbreed use metal clips? MTAC uses plastic ones. I would think metal clips would cause more wear on fabrics than plastics. CrossBreed uses metal as you said, but it's a lighter metal and coated. Going on over 3 years of using them ( semi local business ) for my Glock, 5.7, XD, 1911, ...
by Stitches1974
10 May 2015, 13:02
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Holster
Replies: 10
Views: 15407

Re: Holster

Have been using CrossBreeds for years and have never had an issue like that, but heard of others having the same issue.
by Stitches1974
05 May 2015, 12:36
Forum: Elite Ammunition
Topic: Elite Ammunition
Replies: 6
Views: 9785

Re: Elite Ammunition

For whatever reason, EA has had their credit card facility canceled. Thats not good even though I found their procedures questionable . It is not normal to charge a CC if a item is not in stock. It is acceptable for custom work and services to be provided. I hope this can be corrected and they will...
by Stitches1974
28 Apr 2015, 07:25
Forum: Elite Ammunition
Topic: They are HERE!!!!! Elite Ammunition OEM Ringsights
Replies: 48
Views: 58076

Re: They are HERE!!!!! Elite Ammunition OEM Ringsights

Thanks again. Credit Card at the ready for when they are for sale.
by Stitches1974
28 Apr 2015, 07:18
Forum: Elite Ammunition
Topic: They are HERE!!!!! Elite Ammunition OEM Ringsights
Replies: 48
Views: 58076

Re: They are HERE!!!!! Elite Ammunition OEM Ringsights

Thanks for the reply. Any ETA on when the one I linked will be for sale?
by Stitches1974
28 Apr 2015, 06:35
Forum: Elite Ammunition
Topic: They are HERE!!!!! Elite Ammunition OEM Ringsights
Replies: 48
Views: 58076

Re: They are HERE!!!!! Elite Ammunition OEM Ringsights

Are these the same as the ones in this link?http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_6_24/44210 ... tml&page=1 And are they the same as the one currently listed for sale on the EA page?

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by Stitches1974
21 Apr 2015, 17:11
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: How deadly is the 5.7 in real life,or death
Replies: 22
Views: 29950

Re: How deadly is the 5.7 in real life,or death

I recall SS197 and or 192/195 being used. I agree. A worker of the store where Insane bought his 5.7 was quoted as saying: "Many of the bullets Hasan purchased were SS192 hollow-point cartridges that were taken off the civilian market because the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms considered t...
by Stitches1974
10 Apr 2015, 09:47
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Hollywood?
Replies: 126
Views: 110094

Re: Hollywood?

Anyone catch the fsn in the last episode of the walking dead? They handed one out before going on a scavenging mission. There was a cool line about it being "the good sh**" or something too. nrv216 Yep, I saw that. I believe Carol had it. It was not Carol, it was the lesbian chick. You're correct. ...
by Stitches1974
12 Mar 2015, 10:24
Forum: PS90 & Other 5.7x28mm Rifles
Topic: Cheap 50-round Mags from AR
Replies: 4
Views: 8222

Re: Cheap 50-round Mags from AR

5dot7guns wrote:Nice video clip and photos!
I have only put 100-rounds through the 4 cheap clips so far and no problem
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Stick to the factory FN mags. They will last longer.
by Stitches1974
07 Mar 2015, 06:50
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Hollywood?
Replies: 126
Views: 110094

Re: Hollywood?

nrv216 wrote:Anyone catch the fsn in the last episode of the walking dead? They handed one out before going on a scavenging mission. There was a cool line about it being "the good sh**" or something too.

nrv216
Yep, I saw that. I believe Carol had it.
by Stitches1974
17 Feb 2015, 16:59
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Holster sources for FsN
Replies: 165
Views: 381175

Re: Holster sources for FsN

Have not bought one, but I'd figure I'd post it up. http://www.shtfgear.com/ACE-1-FN-57-MK2
by Stitches1974
17 Feb 2015, 06:02
Forum: PS90 & Other 5.7x28mm Rifles
Topic: PS90 Just how hot is the barrel supposed to get?
Replies: 16
Views: 17534

Re: PS90 Just how hot is the barrel supposed to get?

Now Stitches, if you can link me to where I've been told I seem to have missed a few messages? What he means is that SS195 is a 28gr open tip bullet made by FN, while American Eagle manufactures a 40gr total metal jacket, made and distributed by Federal. you mean the American Eagle 40gr TMJ, and th...
by Stitches1974
15 Feb 2015, 06:10
Forum: PS90 & Other 5.7x28mm Rifles
Topic: PS90 Just how hot is the barrel supposed to get?
Replies: 16
Views: 17534

Re: PS90 Just how hot is the barrel supposed to get?

I'm starting to wonder if he's actually trolling after being told multiple times the 195 and AE are NOT the same thing. There is NO AE variant of 195, but keeps saying so.
by Stitches1974
13 Feb 2015, 10:50
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: I got my five seven back and a question
Replies: 11
Views: 14678

Re: I got my five seven back and a question

I checked the web sites for the MTAC and the Cross Bread holster. It looks like neither company offers a holster for the MK ll I emailed both of them to find out for sure. Does anybody know for sure. Walt CrossBreed doesn't make a MKII holster. I can save you time on that one as they are local to m...
by Stitches1974
11 Feb 2015, 13:42
Forum: Factory Loaded Ammunition
Topic: Tungsten cored bullets
Replies: 79
Views: 65388

Re: Tungsten cored bullets

I came across the website for that custom 5.7x28 ammo. The stuff is priced per round! A bit to rich for my blood!! :) http://collectibleammunition.com/category.php?cat=57-x-28" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; http://collectibleammunition.com/product.php?s=fnh-57-x-28mm-welp-tungsten-s...
by Stitches1974
07 Feb 2015, 06:54
Forum: Politics & Activism
Topic: Ft. Hood
Replies: 257
Views: 258096

Re: Ft. Hood

WASHINGTON — The Army announced Friday that it will award the Purple Heart and its civilian counterpart, the Secretary of Defense Medal for the Defense of Freedom, to victims of a 2009 shooting at Fort Hood, Texas. http://www.stripes.com/news/army-to-award-purple-heart-to-fort-hood-shooting-victims...
by Stitches1974
06 Feb 2015, 08:24
Forum: PS90 & Other 5.7x28mm Rifles
Topic: Look What Finally Followed Me Home.
Replies: 22
Views: 25905

Re: Look What Finally Followed Me Home.

Will post my thoughts of the Vortex after I get it to the range. I bought the Vortex on the recommendation of a poster at FNforum.net. My eyes suck and a RDS was not an option. I also needed something with a slight magnification to it as well. Long gone are the days of me shooting 300+ yards with ir...
by Stitches1974
06 Feb 2015, 07:25
Forum: PS90 & Other 5.7x28mm Rifles
Topic: Look What Finally Followed Me Home.
Replies: 22
Views: 25905

Re: Look What Finally Followed Me Home.

Stitches, Did you have a chance to shoot your PS90 yet with the new Red Optics? If so, How does it shoot. Had mine out the other day and the red dot is not quite as bad as I thought. It sure is a fun little rascal... Like most I wish ammo was cheaper and more available. Range report? Wes No, not ye...
by Stitches1974
05 Feb 2015, 10:37
Forum: Politics & Activism
Topic: Police to use "less lethal" attachment on their guns
Replies: 15
Views: 31487

Re: Police to use "less lethal" attachment on their guns

So wait, a bullet, due to the laws of physics, can't knock a person down. A bullet fired into a polymer ping pong ball can? Video posted above says an alloy projectile, but I agree with you. I think it will just piss someone off, rather than knocking them down. Wonder how long it will be after thes...
by Stitches1974
03 Feb 2015, 17:15
Forum: PS90 & Other 5.7x28mm Rifles
Topic: Look What Finally Followed Me Home.
Replies: 22
Views: 25905

Re: Look What Finally Followed Me Home.

Middian wrote:Well done!

Ya that looks high for the cheek-weld, how is it?
Thank you! It's actually not too bad, but I can deal with it for now.
by Stitches1974
03 Feb 2015, 14:07
Forum: PS90 & Other 5.7x28mm Rifles
Topic: Look What Finally Followed Me Home.
Replies: 22
Views: 25905

Re: Look What Finally Followed Me Home.

blueorison wrote:Nice work! Cheekweld works for you?
Thanks! It works for now. Going to get a TROS mount in the future to lower it a bit.
by Stitches1974
03 Feb 2015, 08:25
Forum: PS90 & Other 5.7x28mm Rifles
Topic: Guide for Pimping Out your PS 90?
Replies: 18
Views: 22055

Re: Guide for Pimping Out your PS 90?

Just seems to feel better to me and it only took 5 minutes to install.
by Stitches1974
02 Feb 2015, 15:59
Forum: PS90 & Other 5.7x28mm Rifles
Topic: Look What Finally Followed Me Home.
Replies: 22
Views: 25905

Re: Look What Finally Followed Me Home.

And done.

AMP trigger and Vortex Spitfire 3x


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by Stitches1974
02 Feb 2015, 10:00
Forum: PS90 & Other 5.7x28mm Rifles
Topic: Guide for Pimping Out your PS 90?
Replies: 18
Views: 22055

Re: Guide for Pimping Out your PS 90?

Stitches, I can't mount a Vortex on my PS90. It has a factory red dot sight on it, but no rail. Something I plan to remedy soon to be sure... That's a nice looking unit. Wes Ahh, ok. UPS should be in a few hours with it. Mail just came today and my AMP trigger arrived. http://i975.photobucket.com/a...
by Stitches1974
01 Feb 2015, 12:52
Forum: PS90 & Other 5.7x28mm Rifles
Topic: Guide for Pimping Out your PS 90?
Replies: 18
Views: 22055

Re: Guide for Pimping Out your PS 90?

I went and ordered a Vortex Spitfire 3x. Should be here tomorrow, then I need to find the time and take it to the range.

http://www.opticsplanet.com/vortex-spit ... ticle.html
by Stitches1974
29 Jan 2015, 09:28
Forum: Factory Loaded Ammunition
Topic: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?
Replies: 541
Views: 481110

Re: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?

J&G have earned my business. I worded out a polite inquiry about my high shipping charge and just got this email back. J and G Sales <info@jgsales.com> Sir, I apologize for the inconvenience. It does appear there was a problem with the calculation for the quantity price and we will be issuing you a...
by Stitches1974
27 Jan 2015, 11:20
Forum: Factory Loaded Ammunition
Topic: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?
Replies: 541
Views: 481110

Re: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?

Cheef wrote:
Stitches1974 wrote:Looks like J&G is OOS on SS197. We cleaned him out.
Well there will be some 'splainin to do when my wife signs for it Friday morning.
But just couldn't let it go at that price.
:lmao: I went to go buy some more, but was disappointed. I'll be keeping an eye out on their website in the future.
by Stitches1974
27 Jan 2015, 08:35
Forum: Factory Loaded Ammunition
Topic: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?
Replies: 541
Views: 481110

Re: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?

Looks like J&G is OOS on SS197. We cleaned him out.
by Stitches1974
27 Jan 2015, 07:28
Forum: Factory Loaded Ammunition
Topic: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?
Replies: 541
Views: 481110

Re: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?

Cheef wrote:WITH shipping the $755 for 2000 rounds works out to $18.87 per 50 round box.
I'm pretty content right now considering local prices.
I stand corrected. That's cheaper than AE anywhere I've seen.
by Stitches1974
27 Jan 2015, 05:55
Forum: Factory Loaded Ammunition
Topic: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?
Replies: 541
Views: 481110

Re: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?

Cheef wrote: Good deal and that is stand up of them.
I received notification that mine has shipped.
I believe the $730 plus $25 shipping is the cheapest I have ever bought.
Yep. Never thought I would see the day where SS197 would rival AE in price.
by Stitches1974
26 Jan 2015, 19:07
Forum: Factory Loaded Ammunition
Topic: SS197 Question
Replies: 4
Views: 7443

Re: SS197 Question

Sorry meant the primers, not the actual round. Thanks for the correction and the answer.
by Stitches1974
26 Jan 2015, 17:23
Forum: Factory Loaded Ammunition
Topic: SS197 Question
Replies: 4
Views: 7443

SS197 Question

I know for awhile SS197SR was tagged as lead free by little stickers added to the box. My most recent SS197 order was not tagged as such. Are they still lead free? :ponder:
by Stitches1974
26 Jan 2015, 14:28
Forum: Factory Loaded Ammunition
Topic: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?
Replies: 541
Views: 481110

Re: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?

J&G have earned my business. I worded out a polite inquiry about my high shipping charge and just got this email back. J and G Sales <info@jgsales.com> Sir, I apologize for the inconvenience. It does appear there was a problem with the calculation for the quantity price and we will be issuing you a ...
by Stitches1974
26 Jan 2015, 10:03
Forum: Factory Loaded Ammunition
Topic: FN 5.7x28mm Ammunition Tables
Replies: 42
Views: 202973

Re: FN 5.7x28mm Ammunition Tables

Surfgun wrote:So beside the green paint, is there any real difference between the old white box SS195LF and current SS198LF? As I recall the whit box ammo ran about 2100 FPS out of my five seven.
SS198 is loaded a bit hotter than SS195. I want to say about 50-100FPS faster out of the 5.7.
by Stitches1974
26 Jan 2015, 05:38
Forum: Factory Loaded Ammunition
Topic: First and last time shooting American Eagle
Replies: 6
Views: 9266

Re: First and last time shooting American Eagle

All I feed my MKII for plinking is the AE. No issues yet.
by Stitches1974
25 Jan 2015, 19:02
Forum: Factory Loaded Ammunition
Topic: Reloading the 5.7x28mm
Replies: 4
Views: 7359

Re: Reloading the 5.7x28mm

How many times are you going to post that link today?
by Stitches1974
25 Jan 2015, 09:59
Forum: Factory Loaded Ammunition
Topic: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?
Replies: 541
Views: 481110

Re: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?

I just ordered 2000 rounds of 197 from JG. $730 for the ammo and $25 for shipping to KC area. $42.55 for shipping for 1k rounds. Others on different forums have posted much less shipping as well and in Missouri. I have emailed the company to see if there was an error in my order. I went and put the...
by Stitches1974
23 Jan 2015, 16:04
Forum: PS90 & Other 5.7x28mm Rifles
Topic: Look What Finally Followed Me Home.
Replies: 22
Views: 25905

Re: Look What Finally Followed Me Home.

Ammo just came in for the PS 90. Now I just need an optic of some sort so I can shoot it. The peep sight sucks on these things.

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Still have over a case of AE for the 5.7 though.
by Stitches1974
23 Jan 2015, 15:32
Forum: Factory Loaded Ammunition
Topic: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?
Replies: 541
Views: 481110

Re: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?

http://www.jgsales.com/5.7x28mm-fnh-40gr-v-max-ss197sr-ammo,-50rd-box.-p-2897.html $20.36 is the best I have seen so far for the V-Max. I actually have 20 boxes coming in from them today. Prompt shipping and tracking number. The shipping was a bit high I thought. Will post more when the package arr...
by Stitches1974
23 Jan 2015, 13:54
Forum: Politics & Activism
Topic: zOMG! A GUN!!!
Replies: 26
Views: 48039

Re: zOMG! A GUN!!!

If I remember correctly, in Washington, signage isn't law. Is this different from state to state? My understanding was that here, if I see a sign like that, I can still go in BUT if they ask me to leave because of it, I have to comply otherwise I can be charged with trespassing. Just a plain old si...
by Stitches1974
23 Jan 2015, 11:11
Forum: Politics & Activism
Topic: zOMG! A GUN!!!
Replies: 26
Views: 48039

Re: zOMG! A GUN!!!

People seem to be content just pointing the finger at the cops. Even when the cops are clearly in the right. I'm not saying they're right all the time though. I've seen and been part of excessive and over zealous cops who were clearly in the wrong. ( I was assaulted by cops due to them over reactin...
by Stitches1974
23 Jan 2015, 09:27
Forum: Politics & Activism
Topic: zOMG! A GUN!!!
Replies: 26
Views: 48039

Re: zOMG! A GUN!!!

I bet Foster would have a cow if he ever came to Missouri, with OC being legal here. I eagerly await this guy's punishment though. OC is legal here too although most people choose not to. I've done it a time or two, no biggie to the locals. Since he was "presumably" acting in the interest of public...
by Stitches1974
23 Jan 2015, 08:13
Forum: Politics & Activism
Topic: zOMG! A GUN!!!
Replies: 26
Views: 48039

Re: zOMG! A GUN!!!

I didn't see a vid before, thanks Stitches. In defense of the other guys, they probably only heard the "He's got a gun!" & assumed that meant the guy was up to no good. However, still no excuse for Foster. & then they disarmed him... This guy passes the gun to that guy, that guy passes the gun to a...
by Stitches1974
23 Jan 2015, 07:42
Forum: Politics & Activism
Topic: zOMG! A GUN!!!
Replies: 26
Views: 48039

Re: zOMG! A GUN!!!

http://news.yahoo.com/man-assaulted-by-vigilante-at-florida-walmart-230643501.html 62yr old man (Daniels) goes to walmart in Florida, he puts his gun into his hip holster as he gets out of his car. Another guy (Foster) saw him & as soon as Daniels got into the store, Foster tackles him & puts him i...
by Stitches1974
23 Jan 2015, 06:59
Forum: Factory Loaded Ammunition
Topic: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?
Replies: 541
Views: 481110

Re: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?

http://www.jgsales.com/5.7x28mm-fnh-40gr-v-max-ss197sr-ammo,-50rd-box.-p-2897.html $20.36 is the best I have seen so far for the V-Max. I actually have 20 boxes coming in from them today. Prompt shipping and tracking number. The shipping was a bit high I thought. Will post more when the package arr...
by Stitches1974
22 Jan 2015, 08:22
Forum: PS90 & Other 5.7x28mm Rifles
Topic: Guide for Pimping Out your PS 90?
Replies: 18
Views: 22055

Re: Guide for Pimping Out your PS 90?

Gents, Sorry about the triple post. My PS90 has a factory red dot mounted on the picatinny rail. I've got the brass catcher already and love it. Have a small EOTech I could mount on it, but that really makes the sight high and hard to get a good "spot weld". I know...quit you're bitchin', Howe. Sup...
by Stitches1974
21 Jan 2015, 14:40
Forum: PS90 & Other 5.7x28mm Rifles
Topic: Look What Finally Followed Me Home.
Replies: 22
Views: 25905

Re: Look What Finally Followed Me Home.

If you ever need a babysitter... Just saying. :lmao: After putting in the case of RA9T that arrived today in my ammo bin, I have no room left for the 20 boxes of blue tip I have coming in Friday for the PS 90. I need to buy a second bin or just stop ammo hording. I don't think I can stop hording, s...
by Stitches1974
21 Jan 2015, 08:24
Forum: Lounge
Topic: 2015 SHOT show
Replies: 15
Views: 18621

Re: 2015 SHOT show

jmz5 wrote:Magpul has great products, but it seems they are struggling to stay the center of attention.
The new Glock mags they will be releasing in April will help fix that issue.



At $15.95 MSRP Glock now has competition in the mag market and hopefully force Glock to lower their prices.
by Stitches1974
21 Jan 2015, 08:18
Forum: PS90 & Other 5.7x28mm Rifles
Topic: Look What Finally Followed Me Home.
Replies: 22
Views: 25905

Look What Finally Followed Me Home.

http://i975.photobucket.com/albums/ae237/Redscale/20150120_112516_zpsuzurs3y3.jpg Have been wanting a PS 90 for years now. Found one on Gunbroker for $1049.00 min bid with 23 min left on it and no bids. Said fark it and bid min on it and won it. Since the seller was local I had to pay tax, but I th...
by Stitches1974
18 Jan 2015, 09:15
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: FsN-Friendly Ranges
Replies: 147
Views: 260415

Re: FsN-Friendly Ranges

Shooter's Paradise- Port Charlotte, FL

They even allow rifles to be shot in their indoor handgun range. Had a guy come in and shoot .223 and a .308 while I was there shooting with friends.
by Stitches1974
04 Nov 2014, 09:10
Forum: Lounge
Topic: Make time to VOTE today!
Replies: 11
Views: 14181

Re: Make time to VOTE today!

Got up at 7 am and voted. Was my priority of the day.
by Stitches1974
29 Oct 2014, 10:45
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Holster for my fn57 markII
Replies: 8
Views: 8747

Re: Holster for my fn57 markII

Who all have you contacted? You may want to give Fist Holsters (fist-holsters.com) or Kramer Leather (kramerleather.com) and inquire if they can do a Mk. II; they both have the FsN listed. I know that both companies tend to be quick to offer holsters for new guns. Back in the day, Fist was one of t...
by Stitches1974
29 Oct 2014, 06:21
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Holster for my fn57 markII
Replies: 8
Views: 8747

Re: Holster for my fn57 markII

It's kydex. I have both the holster and mag pouches. Once I have some time later in the week I'll take some pics and post a review. So far, after doing some draws and mag changes, I'm very happy with them. The mags take a bit more of a tug to get out, but that's because of the spine that runs up th...
by Stitches1974
28 Oct 2014, 14:22
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Holster for my fn57 markII
Replies: 8
Views: 8747

Re: Holster for my fn57 markII

Once I have a few days with the holster that arrived yesterday, I'll post pics and a review. The only reason I'm holding off is because I want to actually *wear* the darned thing first! I've dealt with the manufacturer since before they sold to the public and everything they've produced has been to...
by Stitches1974
23 Oct 2014, 15:49
Forum: Factory Loaded Ammunition
Topic: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?
Replies: 541
Views: 481110

Re: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?

DmL5 wrote:Anyone know what happened to the SS198? Seems like it all disappeared, now SS195 is everywhere. :ponder:
http://www.sgammo.com/product/surplus/5 ... mance-ammo
by Stitches1974
20 Oct 2014, 10:17
Forum: Factory Loaded Ammunition
Topic: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?
Replies: 541
Views: 481110

Re: 5.7x28mm AE 40gr TMJ for $19.99 box @ PSA

Thanks for the heads up, but posts like this normally go in the factory ammo section and in this thread. http://www.fivesevenforum.com/viewtopic ... 18&t=13988
by Stitches1974
09 Oct 2014, 05:55
Forum: Lounge
Topic: Does Anyone Know What Happened to 2ndAMVa?
Replies: 2
Views: 6138

Re: Does Anyone Know What Happened to 2ndAMVa?

I guess he just vanished.
by Stitches1974
05 Oct 2014, 16:51
Forum: Lounge
Topic: Does Anyone Know What Happened to 2ndAMVa?
Replies: 2
Views: 6138

Does Anyone Know What Happened to 2ndAMVa?

Business website is down. His email address is no longer active, as I'm getting my emails bounced back to me and he has not logged in in months. Hope he's ok.
by Stitches1974
30 Sep 2014, 11:34
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Holster sources for FsN
Replies: 165
Views: 381175

Re: Holster sources for FsN

blueorison wrote:If you're looking for a Galco leather shoulder rig, I have a new one.
I appreciate the offer, but I'm just looking for an IWB, that's not all kydex for my MK2.
by Stitches1974
29 Sep 2014, 12:46
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Holster sources for FsN
Replies: 165
Views: 381175

Re: Holster sources for FsN

Stitches1974, Take a look at the Minotaur Spartan by Comp-Tac. Its the Kydex/Leather hybrid that you're looking for, I think. I've been using one for about three years now and I really like it. Fox Thanks for the reply, but they only make a holster for the USG, just like all the other companies I'v...
by Stitches1974
29 Sep 2014, 10:31
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Holster sources for FsN
Replies: 165
Views: 381175

Re: Holster sources for FsN

Has anyone found a company making a IWB holster for the MK2 that's not all kydex? Looking for something similar to a Crossbreed super tuck. Horse hide against the body with a kydex outside.
by Stitches1974
26 Sep 2014, 18:33
Forum: Elite Ammunition
Topic: NEW FsN Holsters
Replies: 4
Views: 13583

Re: NEW FsN Holsters

Are these holsters IWB or OWB?
by Stitches1974
21 Jul 2014, 06:04
Forum: Factory Loaded Ammunition
Topic: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?
Replies: 541
Views: 481110

Re: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?

The Kentucky Gun Co has SS198LF for sale @$28.99 per box. Civilian sales are welcome. http://www.kygunco.com/fn-herstal-57x28-mm-ammo-ss198lf-green-tip-62508" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; Thanks for that. Just bought 10 boxes. Cheapest place I've seen. The ammo is head stamped 12, ...
by Stitches1974
18 Jul 2014, 09:14
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Mag Question
Replies: 8
Views: 8112

Re: Mag Question

bruteandbear1 wrote:How much are the gen 2 mags?
34.99 at the web address in my last post
by Stitches1974
18 Jul 2014, 06:23
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Mag Question
Replies: 8
Views: 8112

Re: Mag Question

Just got the mags in yesterday. They're the gen 2 mags. 44mag.com has 12 left for sale.
by Stitches1974
14 Jul 2014, 16:52
Forum: Factory Loaded Ammunition
Topic: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?
Replies: 541
Views: 481110

Re: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?

dhpierre wrote:The Kentucky Gun Co has SS198LF for sale @$28.99 per box. Civilian sales are welcome.

http://www.kygunco.com/fn-herstal-57x28 ... -tip-62508" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Thanks for that. Just bought 10 boxes. Cheapest place I've seen.
by Stitches1974
14 Jul 2014, 15:51
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Mag Question
Replies: 8
Views: 8112

Re: Mag Question

Rapier1772 wrote:Functionally, there is no other difference other than the rib - they are interchangeable in whichever FsN you have.
Thank you, Rapier. Exactly what I needed to know. :)
by Stitches1974
14 Jul 2014, 14:16
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Mag Question
Replies: 8
Views: 8112

Re: Mag Question

The Gen 2 Mags Are Better They Have A Vertical Rib Thats Very Noticeable And More Reinforcement On The Lip On The Magazine, When You Look Down The New Magazine You Will See A Triangular Rib Where The Rounds Load into. That Is The Mag You Want. Didn't answer my question though. I need to know if the...
by Stitches1974
14 Jul 2014, 13:40
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Mag Question
Replies: 8
Views: 8112

Mag Question

I tried the tactical search, but it kept ignoring MK2 and MKII.

My question is: Is there any difference between USG and MK2 mags?

I'm looking to buy more mags and found a place that has them in stock, but want to make sure they are the correct ones for my MK2.

Thanks in advance.
by Stitches1974
01 Feb 2014, 19:13
Forum: Lounge
Topic: unique gun suggestions
Replies: 27
Views: 56089

Re: unique gun suggestions

by Stitches1974
01 Feb 2014, 10:43
Forum: Factory Loaded Ammunition
Topic: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?
Replies: 541
Views: 481110

Re: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?

edorfox wrote:Some ammo on SGN at a decent price... http://seattleguns.net/showthread.php?1 ... unds-total" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Need an account to view that link. At least on my end.
by Stitches1974
23 Jan 2014, 10:31
Forum: Factory Loaded Ammunition
Topic: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?
Replies: 541
Views: 481110

Re: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?

AE at Cabela's for $21.99 http://www.cabelas.com/product/Shooting/Ammunition/Handgun-Ammunition%7C/pc/104792580/c/104691780/sc/104372280/Federal-American-Eagle-Pistol-Ammo-Per-50/705407.uts?destination=%2Fcatalog%2Fbrowse%2Fhandgun-ammunition%2F_%2FN-1100189%2F&rid=11&WT.tsrc=AFF&WT.mc_id=cj3946285#...
by Stitches1974
23 Jan 2014, 06:34
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Holster sources for FsN
Replies: 165
Views: 381175

Re: Holster sources for FsN

Jay,

Any updates on the holsters? :)
by Stitches1974
22 Jan 2014, 20:04
Forum: Factory Loaded Ammunition
Topic: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?
Replies: 541
Views: 481110

Re: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?

That's funny (in a "you bastard!" way). Tac-bac just linked CTD & claimed it was $23.40 per box. Click tac's link & it is has Glock's price of $19.19 Should have held out just a little longer Tac. It looks like Tac added shipping with his price. box/shipped Glock's price is before shipping. Either ...
by Stitches1974
21 Jan 2014, 10:25
Forum: Factory Loaded Ammunition
Topic: Ammunition Laws
Replies: 2
Views: 6588

Re: Ammunition Laws

Missouri- AP ammo is legal, unless it is used in any crime, then it's illegal. "Missouri prohibits the possession or use of armor-piercing ammunition in the commission or attempted commission of a crime. Mo. Rev. Stat. § 571.150." HP and tracers- Legal Unsure about incendiary. http://www.moga.mo.gov...
by Stitches1974
15 Jan 2014, 11:03
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Holster sources for FsN
Replies: 165
Views: 381175

Re: Holster sources for FsN

panzermk2 wrote:
We have yet to set the price. My target is about 80 dollars. About what any top shelf holster would cost. These will also make great duty rigs.
That's an awesome price and well within my range. :thumb:
by Stitches1974
15 Jan 2014, 07:30
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Holster sources for FsN
Replies: 165
Views: 381175

Re: Holster sources for FsN

I am waiting on our first production sample leather holster. We should start taking orders in a few days. It will work with MKI and MKII. Please post pics when you get them in. :D Will they have the left handed or OC options as well? We will be making left hand also. They will come in Black and Nat...
by Stitches1974
15 Jan 2014, 07:28
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Resources for MK II Holsters?
Replies: 10
Views: 9240

Re: Resources for MK II Holsters?

panzermk2 wrote:Our new leather holster will be out soon and it works for both.

Double stitched and all top shelf leather. I have found a local contractor to do them.
And for about $80.00 I will be waiting in line for 1.
by Stitches1974
15 Jan 2014, 06:26
Forum: Factory Loaded Ammunition
Topic: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?
Replies: 541
Views: 481110

Re: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?

AE for $22.99 a box at PSA http://palmettostatearmory.com/index.ph ... 5728a.html

Added 10 to the cart this time. Don't see any limits on it.
by Stitches1974
14 Jan 2014, 15:50
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Holster sources for FsN
Replies: 165
Views: 381175

Re: Holster sources for FsN

panzermk2 wrote:I am waiting on our first production sample leather holster.

We should start taking orders in a few days. It will work with MKI and MKII.
Please post pics when you get them in. :D Will they have the left handed or OC options as well?
by Stitches1974
14 Jan 2014, 15:20
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Holster sources for FsN
Replies: 165
Views: 381175

Re: Holster sources for FsN

Just got an email from CrossBreed. No plans at this time. Sorry!

I figured they would jump at the chance to use a customer provided gun to make a new product.
by Stitches1974
14 Jan 2014, 14:21
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Holster sources for FsN
Replies: 165
Views: 381175

Re: Holster sources for FsN

Just shot off an email to CrossBreed asking if they will ever make a MK II holster. I even offered to lend them my MK II if they wanted to use it as a mold, as they are only about 150 miles from me. Will update when I receive a reply from them.
by Stitches1974
14 Jan 2014, 12:46
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Resources for MK II Holsters?
Replies: 10
Views: 9240

Re: Resources for MK II Holsters?

That's why I put that note in the holster source thread, what fits one may not fit the other. My recommendation would be to use the links in the holster source thread and call/email the companies listed for what you are looking for. The MkII is too new to establish much of a list. But if you do fin...
by Stitches1974
14 Jan 2014, 07:45
Forum: FiveseveN handguns
Topic: Resources for MK II Holsters?
Replies: 10
Views: 9240

Resources for MK II Holsters?

First off I did a tactical search and got this: Search found 2299 matches Search term used: mk ii holster ignored: mk ii I found some threads with 1-2 posts on full kydex holsters ( not interested ) and I saw 2ndAmVA thread ( great holster, bit too pricey ). I also checked the FsN holster resources ...
by Stitches1974
13 Jan 2014, 19:38
Forum: Factory Loaded Ammunition
Topic: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?
Replies: 541
Views: 481110

Re: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?

SS197 for $24.99 a box. http://www.butchsreloading.com/shop/ammunition/1028-fnh-usa-ammunition-57x28mm-40g-hornady-vmax-bullets.html The potential gotcha here is one box per order. If you're getting only one box of SS197, with shipping, probably not worth it. Thanks for pointing that out. I didn't ...
by Stitches1974
09 Jan 2014, 12:11
Forum: Factory Loaded Ammunition
Topic: Cheap SS198
Replies: 25
Views: 27484

Re: Cheap SS198

Got my package today: http://i975.photobucket.com/albums/ae237/Redscale/20140109_135929_zps9lo4c8jn.jpg Outside packaging was great. Inside the box had a lot of bubble wrap on top of the boxes, but not on the sides or bottom of the ammo. 2 boxes were broken open and loose ammo all over, but nothing ...
by Stitches1974
07 Jan 2014, 07:15
Forum: Factory Loaded Ammunition
Topic: Cheap SS198
Replies: 25
Views: 27484

Re: Cheap SS198

Received my order from high plains gun shop today. I will say that their packing job left alot to be desired. I had only ordered 2 boxes so they shipped them in a Bubble envelope. UPS delivered a taped up ball of bubble envelope that looked as if it had been used for soccer. Both boxes were crushed...
by Stitches1974
29 Dec 2013, 13:10
Forum: Factory Loaded Ammunition
Topic: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?
Replies: 541
Views: 481110

Re: bought 5.7 ammo RECENTLY?

SGAmmo has AE for $29.95. $28.95 if you buy 10 or more boxes. No Limit. http://www.sgammo.com/product/federal/5 ... mo-ae5728a

$27.97 here: http://www.ammunitiondepot.com/Federal- ... e5728a.htm
by Stitches1974
27 Dec 2013, 18:27
Forum: Factory Loaded Ammunition
Topic: Cheap SS198
Replies: 25
Views: 27484

Re: Cheap SS198

Never used this place, but SS198 for $31.99 a box. http://tradingplacepawn.com/fn-ss198lf- ... d-box.html
by Stitches1974
27 Dec 2013, 09:32
Forum: Factory Loaded Ammunition
Topic: Cheap SS198
Replies: 25
Views: 27484

Re: Cheap SS198

Thanks for posting this. I went to try and order 10 boxes, but was more than what they had in stock. I ended up being able to order 6 boxes.
by Stitches1974
11 Nov 2013, 17:59
Forum: Lounge
Topic: Happy Veterans Day
Replies: 2
Views: 4145

Re: Happy Veterans Day

What is a Veteran? by Father Denis Edward O'Brien/USMC Some veterans bear visible signs of their service: a missing limb, a jagged scar, a certain look in the eye. Others may carry the evidence inside them: a pin holding a bone together, a piece of shrapnel in the leg - or perhaps another sort of in...
by Stitches1974
19 Sep 2013, 21:13
Forum: Politics & Activism
Topic: Guns on military bases
Replies: 18
Views: 21732

Re: Guns on military bases

I see no reason to have personal firearms on base. Too many people in a confined area can lead to big trouble. Not to start an argument (although I am sure this will) but you just described every mall & school shooting that has ever happened. You don't see a reason to carry at these places? If anyt...
by Stitches1974
19 Sep 2013, 16:51
Forum: Politics & Activism
Topic: Guns on military bases
Replies: 18
Views: 21732

Re: Guns on military bases

Other than gong to a range, cleaning weapons, folks with on post housing ( carry to range/ hunting and back only and have to register them with the Provost Marshal ), and folks required to have a firearm ( MP, CID ), you're not allowed to carry a firearm on base ( commander's approval for anything e...