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How Much is Too Much?

Talyn

Talyn

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Gun Accessories: How Much Is Too Much?​

As a result of the constant technological march, we now have a near complete integration of guns, mounting surfaces, optical equipment, lights, lasers and suppressors. You can build a self-defense gun to include any and all of these things, but the considerations you make need to reflect what your reality is.


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The number of accessories that's "too much" is subjective and depends on your needs and preferences, but consider if the added weight, cost, and complexity outweigh the practical benefits of each accessory.

Here's a breakdown to help you decide:
  • Purpose:
    Ask yourself if each accessory truly enhances the rifle's functionality for your intended use (hunting, target shooting, self-defense, etc.).

  • Weight and Balance:
    Every accessory adds weight, which can make the rifle harder to handle and maneuver. Consider how the weight is distributed and if it impacts the rifle's balance.

  • Cost:
    Accessories can be expensive, so ensure that the added features justify the cost.

  • Interference:
    Make sure that the accessories don't interfere with your grip or the operation of the rifle.

  • Versatility:
    Can the accessories be placed wherever they are needed, or do they interfere with each other?

  • Consider the Rifle's Original Design:
    AR-15s were designed to be lightweight and precise, so consider if the accessories you're adding detract from those original design goals.
 
I run a .308 for hogs.. as many here know.
Went basic. Thermal scope
Then got tired of the crappy headlamps and added a WML to the rail instead. That got bulky for grip on rail and then added a VFG with pressure switch.
Weighs a NY Ton, but it all gets used every night hunt.

Also have a 5.56 and .300 BO with “the works”. Its a supreme pizza.
WML, IR lasers, scopes, grips, mbus, etc…. It all gets used. Mbus is great for daytime close in
 
If I wa
Sld1959 said:
Actually, in a rifle one is going to have setup for homestead or shtf type defence that is the one addition I see that makes great sense. Can always yank off a broken scope and still run the rifle.
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If I was running a scope on a HD weapon it would be an LPVO and there would be a RDMS mounted on top or the side of it.

Considering that you can easily hit a target at 100 yards with a red dot I don’t see me ever running a scope on a HD weapon.
 
Bassbob said:
If I wa


If I was running a scope on a HD weapon it would be an LPVO and there would be a RDMS mounted on top or the side of it.

Considering that you can easily hit a target at 100 yards with a red dot I don’t see me ever running a scope on a HD weapon.
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Makes perfect sense. I have yet to get into the lego fun defense rifles so not all that familiar with such things but I sm sure one day I will catch 🤪 the bug. I find myself looking at them more often lol. Now to go look up your acronyms lol.

Thus far I have been able to resist with my marlins, mossberg and love of the M1 carbine, but...
 
Sld1959 said:
Makes perfect sense. I have yet to get into the lego fun defense rifles so not all that familiar with such things but I sm sure one day I will catch 🤪 the bug. I find myself looking at them more often lol. Now to go look up your acronyms lol.

Thus far I have been able to resist with my marlins, mossberg and love of the M1 carbine, but...
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Low Powered Variable Optic

Red Dot Mini Sight.

Home Defense
 
I'm a fairly simple, spartan, minded when it comes to outfitting my firearms.

First, I'm a big fan of iron sites but over the last few years I am "warming up" to red dots.

So most of my rifles may have angled forend grip and a red dot.

At the most an angled grip, red dot, and a laser/light combo.

My Semi-Auto Shotgun is the most accessorized weapon I own. It has a red dot, laser/light combo, soft velcro shell holder, and a single shell holder.
 
I've got two long-guns set up for the house:

Inside gun is a bone-stock 9.6" Saint with carry handle. Very light and easy.

Outside gun is a 20" FN, scoped, with 37mm adapted to 12ga flares. Heavy enough the dog could fire it.

Neither rifle is in the bedroom, just a Ruger Security 9.
 
All my shotguns (self defense shotguns) have Esstac shot cards on the side. The autos and the KSG25 have dots and back up sights. The 500 has a bead front sight and a WML.

ARs for the most part have a hand stop, dot and BUIS. Two of them have WMLs. The AR pistol also has a Viridian HS-1.

Everything gets a sling.
 
As far as pistols go; I know there's iron sight folks and red dot folks. At 7 meters I feel pretty comfortable with either as long as I have a decent light source. I don't think a pistol without a light should be used for home defense. Like the article says, you might just need that other hand for something and holding a flashlight could slow you down at a crux.
 
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