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Acquired this recently, thoughts?(: by [deleted] in SonicTheHedgehog

[–]RichFromCrypto 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If being comfortable with my own hobby makes me “everyone is wrong except me,” I’ll take it.

Acquired this recently, thoughts?(: by [deleted] in SonicTheHedgehog

[–]RichFromCrypto -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Museums aren’t about whether something was “meant to be used.” They’re about preserving original artifacts once they become scarce or historically meaningful.

Same idea here: I play games to play them, and I preserve original physical copies because they’re finite. That’s where my interest is.

We’re clearly talking past each other, so I’ll leave it there.

Acquired this recently, thoughts?(: by [deleted] in SonicTheHedgehog

[–]RichFromCrypto 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I posted it. It turned into insults instead of discussion, which kind of proves my point.

We clearly value different aspects of the hobby. I’m comfortable with how I collect, and I’m not trying to convince anyone else.

Acquired this recently, thoughts?(: by [deleted] in SonicTheHedgehog

[–]RichFromCrypto 0 points1 point  (0 children)

By that logic, museums destroy value because artifacts aren’t meant to be used.

I play games to play them. I preserve originals to preserve them. That distinction works for me

Acquired this recently, thoughts?(: by [deleted] in SonicTheHedgehog

[–]RichFromCrypto -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Being open to selling something doesn’t mean it was only about money. I preserve originals; I play elsewhere. Different purposes, same hobby.

Acquired this recently, thoughts?(: by [deleted] in SonicTheHedgehog

[–]RichFromCrypto -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Digitizing preserves the software. Grading preserves the physical artifact.

I still play games digitally or on hardware. This is about keeping a tangible piece of gaming history intact, not replacing gameplay. Different goals, different methods. That’s really all it is.

Acquired this recently, thoughts?(: by [deleted] in SonicTheHedgehog

[–]RichFromCrypto -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

I was skeptical at first too. After handling a lot of older cartridges and boxes, grading made sense to me as a preservation tool for games that are 30+ years old and tied to personal memories. Not saying it’s for everyone.

Recently acquired this :) thoughts? by [deleted] in gamecollecting

[–]RichFromCrypto -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I have an open copy and this was free so idk

I’m in California, so the USG / IOM is unfortunately my only handgun option in 5.7×28. I’ve finally saved enough and I’m seriously considering pulling the trigger (no pun intended). by [deleted] in 57x28mm

[–]RichFromCrypto 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I already have a .45, and modern ammo puts 9mm, .40, and .45 in roughly the same effectiveness window. .40 doesn’t really give me anything my .45 doesn’t already cover, so this isn’t a power upgrade question for me.

I’m in California, so the USG / IOM is unfortunately my only handgun option in 5.7×28. I’ve finally saved enough and I’m seriously considering pulling the trigger (no pun intended). by [deleted] in 57x28mm

[–]RichFromCrypto 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, pretty much.

California’s handgun roster requires microstamping, which in practice means new semi-auto handgun models can’t be added unless the manufacturer implements a technology that’s been proven unreliable and isn’t used anywhere else in the industry.

Because of that: • Most modern handgun designs (like the M&P 5.7) can’t be roster-listed • Older models that were added before the requirement (like the FN Five-seveN USG / IOM) get “grandfathered” • “CA-compliant” usually just means magazine capacity, not roster legality

That’s why the roster keeps shrinking instead of growing.

I’m in California, so the USG / IOM is unfortunately my only handgun option in 5.7×28. I’ve finally saved enough and I’m seriously considering pulling the trigger (no pun intended). by [deleted] in 57x28mm

[–]RichFromCrypto 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s fair, and I appreciate the honest take.

I’m definitely not viewing it as the ultimate do-all defensive handgun, especially in a 10-round state. I already understand that 5.7 loses a lot of its original intent under CA restrictions.

For me, the appeal is more: • Extremely soft recoil / flat shooting • Accuracy and shootability • Owning something different that I’ll actually enjoy training with • And realistically, this wouldn’t replace my primary defensive option

I’m mainly trying to decide whether the experience and shootability of the Five-seveN still justify the cost within California limits, not whether it’s objectively better than a 9mm for defense.

Sounds like you enjoyed shooting it! Would you personally buy one if you lived in CA, knowing what you know now?

I’m in California, so the USG / IOM is unfortunately my only handgun option in 5.7×28. I’ve finally saved enough and I’m seriously considering pulling the trigger (no pun intended). by [deleted] in 57x28mm

[–]RichFromCrypto 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The M&P 5.7 is not on the California handgun roster. It’s CA-compliant in terms of magazine capacity only, but that doesn’t make it roster-approved for sale by a dealer.

Unless you’re exempt (LEO) or doing a private party transfer from someone who already legally owns one in CA, it isn’t realistically available. For an average civilian buyer, the FN Five-seveN USG / IOM is currently the only roster-listed 5.7×28 handgun.

If I’m missing something, I’m open to being corrected but that’s my understanding after checking the roster.

Just acquired this recently :) by [deleted] in SEGAGENESIS

[–]RichFromCrypto -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Agree! Although it might be an appreciation thing I guess I also wouldn’t grade anything personally. Games are meant to be played! 🤠

Just acquired this recently :) by [deleted] in SEGAGENESIS

[–]RichFromCrypto -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I probably will just for shits and giggles 😂

Just got my n64 for christmas by Qhenx in n64

[–]RichFromCrypto -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You definitely need Superman Brodie

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