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Rohrbaugh Products and Accessories => Rohrbaugh Range Reports => Topic started by: LRHogFan on August 26, 2010, 10:38:07 PM
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I decided to take a trip to the range today after not visiting or shooting in a while.
Packed up quite a few weapons, hoping that I would have time to shoot them all. I ended up only having time to shoot four different weapons, all with limited action for the most part.
My primary reason for visiting the range today was because I have just received a M1903A3 after my Great Uncle passed away recently. I was told that this was my Great Grandfather's weapon, who was a aircraft mechanic in WWII. This gun was in immaculate condition when I received it and everything in it is mechanically sound and extremely tight. It doesn't look like it saw much action, if any at all.
From about 100 yards I was able to get all shots on paper using the iron sights and most grouped about 8-10" high. I shot probably about 12-14 rounds as that was all the ammunition I had today. I was very impressed with the rifle.
My next toy was a custom built AR-15 that I put together myself. It is a standard lower with a Larue Tactical 12" barrel. I moved the target to 50 yards and just made sure the sights were on target and it appears they certainly are. I need to get some type of optic for it, but for now it will do it's duty if called upon.
After the rifles, I moved over to the pistol range. I bought a new Colt 1911 about 2-3 weeks ago and still haven't had a chance to break it in. This is my first 1911 and I can't say that I have ever even shot a 1911 pistol. I was quite impressed by the accuracy of the weapon. I didn't put them all in the 10 ring, but If I would have taken more time on most shots, that certainly would have been a possibility. Fifty rounds with no flaws or hiccups at all. I loved the gun even before I first shot it, but I am even more in love with it now. And, maybe the entire 1911 platform.
Finally, I wanted to get in a few rounds with the Rohrbaugh to prove that it is still performing consistently. After my last trip to the range, I changed the spring. That was after experiencing a few FTE's. I also used only Gold Dot ammo this time. I fired two magazines worth, only 12 rounds and determined that everything was as it should be. I feel quite comfortable carrying the Rohrbaugh as a primary self defense weapon now.
Overall, A great day at the range. I just wish I had more time and that it was a little closer to my home.
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LRHogFan. Man, that was a good day at the range; all those weapons performing. Glad the Rohrbaugh did well this time and thanks for the update. Continue to enjoy.
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LRHogFan - sorry to hear about your Great Uncle.
That is pretty cool that you received a family heirloom that is useable and has some history behind it.
Glad all is well with the pup.
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LRHogFan, sounds like a good day at the range. Tom
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A good range trip indeed, glad everything preformed well.
John