I am minimalist when it comes to firearms. I don’t tend to own multiple firearms which can do, or are used for the same purpose. I’d prefer to own one firearm that is excellent at a single purpose, than two which are mediocre. For easy of categorization I lump my firearms into two categories: handgun, and rifle (this includes shotgun).
I own a total of four handguns, and five rifles. I purchased each with a specific purpose in mind. My handguns include: Kel Tec P-3AT, H&K P2000, Taurus Judge, and a S&W M&P Compact. My rifles include: Tri Star Over/Under, Remington 783, S&W M&P15, Springfield 1903A3, and a leaver action .22.
Handguns
Kel Tec P-3AT
- Purpose: Used as my conceal carry when space is limited (shorts in summer)
- Caliber: .380 Auto
- Capacity: 6+1
- Weight: 8.3oz
- Length: 5″
- Height: 3.5″
- Width: 3/4″
H&K P2000
- Purpose: Duty Carry
- Caliber: .40
- Capacity: 12+1
- Weight: 25oz
- Length: 6.85″
- Height: 5.07″
- Width: 1.37″
Taurus Judge
- Purpose: Protection while bow hunting
- Caliber: .45/.410
- Capacity: 5
- Weight: 36.8oz
- Length: 9″
- Height: 5 1/4″
- Width: 1 1/2″
S&W M&P Compact
- Purpose: Used as my conceal carry when space isn’t limited
- Caliber: .40
- Capacity: 10+1
- Weight: 21.9oz
- Length: 6.7″
- Height: 4.3″
- Width: 1.2″
Rifles
Tri Star Over/Under
- Purpose: Small game/bird hunting
- Caliber: Magnum 3 1/2″
- Capacity: 2
- Fire Option: Single selective trigger
- Options: 5 choke tubes (SK, IC, M, IM, F)
Remington 783
- Purpose: Special draw/big game hunting
- Caliber: 30-06
- Capacity: 4+1
- Material: Synthetic Mossy Oak Break-Up
- Options: Adjustable bi-pod, Vortex scope
S&W M&P15
- Purpose: Nostalgia/SHTF/hunting
- Caliber: 5.56mm NATO/ .223
- Capacity: 30+1
- Action: Semi-auto
- Barrel Twist: 1 in 9
- Options: Aimpoint (red dot), forward grip, adjustable light mount (with light)
Springfield 1903A3
- Purpose: Collectors/hunting
- Caliber: 30-06
- Capacity: 5 (internal magazine)
- Uses: WWII
- Obtained: Purchased from the US Army in the 50’s
lever-action .22
- Purpose: Starter rifle/hunting
- Caliber: .22
- Capacity: 15 (tube magazine)
- Action: lever
- Options: 1-9X scope
As I mentioned before, I am a minimalist when it comes to firearms. The next firearm I purchase will need to do something these do not. There are a few I am looking at: CZ Scorpion EVO 9mm, AK 47 pistol, or the AR pistol. I hope you enjoyed my collection. Let me know if you have any questions about my firearms in the comment section below.
served with the 2nd Ranger Battalion from 2003-2007 where he deployed four times in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation Enduring Freedom. He attended Jump school, Ranger school and has served as a riflemen progressing to a team leader. After leaving the Military Robert became a Customs and Border Protection Officer, working at both Seaports and Airports. During his time at CBP he has been utilized as a Range Safety Officer and K9 Handler, and EMT. When not spending time with his wife and kids, Robert spends his time bowhunting in Washington State, and lifting heavy things. Fun Certifications: CF-L1, EMT. (Instagram: robert.mccartney)
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