Mild weather once again today. Rain showers passing through, gusty winds. Pretty benign.
As stated in the video, I’ve never been an AR (rifle) fan. I generally prefer .308 (7.62) rifles over .223 (5.56). I’ve also held the opinion that rifle caliber pistols are borderline stupid. Pistol caliber carbine rifles — on the other hand — are fun, practical, and effective.
Now, that said, I bought a Springfield Armory SAINT 5.56mm pistol today. Zero’d it with a Holosun 503C red dot, then ran two magazines through it doing double-tap transition drills.
I’m not sure this thing should be legal for civilians to own, but they are, so I put one into inventory. I’m a staunch 2nd Amendment supporter, but I just don’t think this much firepower in such a small package is prudent for John Q. Public to own.
There should be some kind of PRACTICAL and REASONABLE tests that must be passed for a firearm to be made available for civilians to own — in my opinion, mind you. For example, I’m not sure 50 BMG rifles should be available at the corner gun store.
But … I digress. With only 120 rounds through the SAINT … I love it. Nice trigger, needs no mods. I might put a small weapon light and/or laser on it for close quarters work, but I don’t see the need for much else in terms of upgraded furniture or add ons. Playing with the idea of getting a suppressor for it … but that’s another thing I’ve resisted buying for YEARS. Fun, cool, but impractical.
And, by the way, my Moroccan Spicy Chickpea Stew came out AWESOME. I could sell this stuff. Probably my favorite Instant Pot recipe these days.