I didn't say it supposed to. If I slam a mag home hard, the slide would ride forward. It's never caused a malfunction so I'm not worried about it. My 19 does it, don't know if my 17 does, but it hasn't been shot near as much.
In for the info. One of the big minuses with the cheap ones is the chincey tripod they come with. Those nicer adjustable stands make it much more useful.
Lying on your application to purchase a firearm is a federal offense, but very few are prosecuted for doing so. According to Politico, the Feds have prosecuted just 1.5% of all those individuals who have attempted to purchase a gun illegally. If my math is correct, that means 98.5% of people who...
I'm glad you're happy with your purchase, it seems like a fine rifle. I think I would go with an acog. A little practice and you can become very proficient at 6-800 yards even with a 2.5x. People make 600 yard shots with irons everyday.
A friend emailed me this link
http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_1_5/1825906_A_sad_day__Wideners_has_been_sold.html
They were the first place I looked for reloading components. I haven't looked through the site much, but it has definitely been updated
I have the same in 15". To tell the truth I wish it was a little less thin, but it's been solid. I shoot with a sling, and haven't noticed any deflection of the front sight at 100 yards.
Not necessarily to answer the question, but the SR22 and options like the MP 22 are great tools for teaching kids and new shooters. They are an easier transition to centerfire than the mark series.