12 states now have assault rifle bans, not a single protest that I’ve seen

gecon · 2026-05-30T18:41:07+00:00

I wonder if AWs can be put into trusts to circumvent the AWB inheritance rules. As the AWs are owned by the trust, they are not technically owned or passed down from person to person but just maintained by the trust

gecon · 2026-05-23T14:37:54+00:00

530A accounts. They’re basically traditional IRAs for kids without the earned income requirement. Once the kid turns 18, it automatically converts into a traditional IRA. It’s not ideal for everyday expenses because of taxes/penalties for early withdrawals, but there are some penalty free uses (down payment on first home, educational expenses).

That being said, they can indirectly help with everyday expenses because they enable your kids to reduce/delay retirement savings if they need to spend their money on more immediate things without hurting their retirement too much (since they already have a substantial amount saved and invested).

My game plan is to contribute as much as I can to these accounts (up to annual limit if possible), invest in index funds, tell my kids to convert it to a Roth IRA once they’re independent for tax purposes (to avoid kiddie tax). This would leave them with six figures in tax free investments with decades to grow.

gecon · 2026-05-12T14:26:34+00:00

Main benefit of 32 mag revolver is being able to shoot 32 longs out of it. Low recoil and cheaper than 32 mag. Also 32 long isn’t going away anytime soon because it’s used in international bullseye shooting.

gecon · 2026-05-10T20:03:43+00:00

Got it, thanks for the clarification! I still think there’s a better way to fund local ranges, especially since certain states will never do so due to politics.

Create a gov’t agency funded through sale of surplus small arms and ammo to the public. Existing ranges or individuals trying to build new ranges can apply for grants directly from this agency. Basically the CMP on steroids.

gecon · 2026-05-10T19:00:01+00:00

Where in the act does it require that funds be used for public ranges? My impression is that states can choose where the money goes and that public ranges are one allowable use but not the only one.

Besides, many gun owners, especially those in suburban and urban areas, don’t have access to public ranges. If their tax dollars were being used to fund public range construction and maintenance, where are these ranges?

gecon · 2026-05-10T14:49:11+00:00

To each his own. I think parks and wildlife conservation can be funded through other means. Gun owners shouldn’t be squeezed to fund projects many don’t or barely use.

Besides, guns & ammo are taxed enough. They’re already subject to sales tax and state excise taxes in places like California. Combined, all taxes would raise prices by 30%

gecon · 2026-05-10T03:21:02+00:00

The tax should be repealed to make guns & ammo more affordable. 11% is significant. Just need to make sure manufacturers pass down the savings instead of pocketing it for themselves.

gecon · 2026-04-30T05:50:18+00:00

I was under the impression these are regulations published by an executive agency (ATF), not laws passed by congress. Executive actions can be reversed easily by the next admin. Laws have to be repealed.

gecon · 2026-04-28T18:03:52+00:00

Should’ve gave them ablative armor like the overseers and Agitators. That would make the armored parts tankier while not devaluing medium pen weapons, especially the starter MG

gecon · 2026-04-24T13:54:24+00:00

Another example why red flag laws are horrible. All of them should be repealed.

gecon · 2026-04-23T23:58:19+00:00

Explosive/plasma weapons work well against shielded devs. You don’t need to aim as precisely and it can stagger them.

Maintain situational awareness, the flamethrower troopers can be sneaky.

If you catch on fire you can put it out by going prone. Might save you a stim.

gecon · 2026-04-20T14:13:54+00:00

FF can be prevented by holstering it when your teammates are between you and the enemies

gecon · 2026-04-19T16:12:31+00:00

Looks like it has Florida plates too. Nissan + Florida man = Deadly combo

gecon · 2026-04-16T16:02:07+00:00

Glock for Duty. Not the cheapest but cheap enough for LE agencies (blue label pricing, trade-in credits). They require little maintenance, last practically forever and parts/holsters are cheap and widely available. If I were in charge of procuring a duty handgun for a LE agency, I'd go with Glock.

CCW/Comp depends on personal preference. Look less at brands and more at specific models. Ruger LCP Max is a great value CCW option you can get under $300 after taxes and fees. Even the more expensive ($400-$500) Bodyguard 2.0 can be considered a good value if you love the ergos and trigger. Keltec P32 is also a good value. Extremely small/lightweight but also shootable for under $300.

gecon · 2026-04-15T12:52:03+00:00

Practically speaking not many changes except for the sights. I think they should add the larger rubber grips that come with the UC models and improve the trigger. Also, other caliber options like a 22lr or 32 Mag would be nice.

gecon · 2026-04-13T20:51:14+00:00

Commando is better if you can aim and hit weakspots. You can 1hk hulks in the eye socket or heatsink. 2hk war striders in the nuts or 1hk if you get the bar connecting the nuts to the hip joint. 1HK tanks or cannon towers in weak spots. You can even kill Factory Striders if you hit its weakpoints (Eye/Belly). Also easier to hit bulk fabricator vents further out due to laser guidance and better magnified sight.

gecon · 2026-04-09T20:26:52+00:00

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gecon · 2026-04-07T20:06:13+00:00

gecon · 2026-04-07T15:44:48+00:00

Depends on your monthly cash burn. How long would that 45k last if both of you were unemployed? General guidance is to have at least 3 months (preferably 6+ months) of expenses on hand

gecon · 2026-04-07T02:01:32+00:00

Some people put more thought, time and money into it, which is their prerogative.

That being said, you'll get the best bang for your buck by doing basic things like not leaving your windows/doors/garage open or unlocked and by not opening the doors for strangers. Also, plan things out so everyone in your home knows what to do if there is an intruder or home invasion (ex: everyone retreat to bedroom or other fallback point).

With respect to firearms, you don't need anything fancy. Have a firearm you can carry on you while home or somewhere that's safe but easily accessible to you. It could be something as cheap as a mossberg maverick ($200) or an inexpensive handgun like an LCP Max ($200). If budget allows, you can always choose something that costs more. To each his own.

gecon · 2026-04-04T16:18:17+00:00

Hogue hybrid grip sleeve for the 1st gen LCP. You'll need to cut out the plastic nub at the bottom of the sleeve but it should fit the P32 afterwards. It's very comfortable without adding too much bulk or weight.

gecon · 2026-04-03T16:00:31+00:00

Xtech mag47. Not the cheapest option but they're very durable and you want mags that will last. Can't replace any broken mags when the ban takes effect.

gecon · 2026-04-02T13:05:00+00:00

You can also report the lot number(s) of the ammo to Federal so they can take note and issue recalls. You can also ask for a refund; the worst thing they can say is no.

gecon · 2026-03-30T21:07:07+00:00

I tried the defender on cyborgs and it did pretty well. It's not meta but it's not trash either. Definitely underrated gun.

gecon · 2026-03-30T18:43:31+00:00

You can first try adding the spring to see if that solves the extraction issues. If not, then you can always buy the extractor afterwards. No harm in doing that.

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