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Posted: 4/7/2012 10:05:24 AM EDT
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Scott Knoll
Mchenry Broadband technician Just got into ARs and am building my first. I also have an XD40 4". |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 4/20/2012 3:29:13 PM EDT
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hello
mike downers grove il bus mechanic i really enjoy shooting my guns |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 4/20/2012 6:23:34 PM EDT
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Jon
Champaign Car dealer Danial Defense M4, RRA operator 2, Glock 34, Beretta px4 been driving to bloomington to often.... central Illinois desperatly needs a quality range |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 4/26/2012 1:35:50 PM EDT
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Josh
Naperville I am a mechanical engineer. Just finished my first AR build but also have a Glock 17. I am waiting for my dad to pass on his collection including a Winchester lever action and a British 303. |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 6/12/2012 11:08:27 PM EDT
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Eric
Mokena Heavy machine mechanic for the RR Just purchased my first firearm an AR DPMS lite 16 a3 |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 6/13/2012 4:18:00 PM EDT
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Hello!
Brett Elkville Sales and Marketing AR pistol |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 6/18/2012 10:32:23 PM EDT
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Hello, Bimmer here from crook county chicago...
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IL, USA
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Posted: 7/11/2012 1:44:57 AM EDT
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Northern Will, near Joliet
eX - USN, USNR, IL NG, USAR, ( usar mtu ) WILL CTY EMA S A R, present - NRA life, ISRA range member from 1970 Military bolts, Colts reloading prepper (Just starting) |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 7/11/2012 1:50:23 AM EDT
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used to live in naperville on Oswego Rd around 1980 - 85
now near Joliet, still go to naperville often to rub elbows with the upper crust. he he 
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IL, USA
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Posted: 7/15/2012 12:19:03 PM EDT
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From northern LaSalle county equidistant between DeKalb and Ottawa. Retired cop and retired soldier. Just built my third and fourth PSA lowers. Have mounted a CMMG A2 on the first (my son's) and I mounted a MOE-PSA mid length on the second. Waiting for a mock -dissapator for the third (PSA) and saving bucks to buy a fourth upper probably a light weight carbine length.
Definitely a prepper now, the global economy is beginning to look a little strained |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 8/6/2012 1:38:31 PM EDT
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Hello,
Ryan Originally from Montgomery County but now reside in Normal. (Considering a move to STL) Rail Transit and Locomotive Equipment Sales Manager Own several various firearms. Patiently awaiting the arrival of my first AR. Rock River Arms LAR-15 Elite Operator LEF-T. |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 8/14/2012 11:50:38 AM EDT
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David
Southern Lake County Engineering Student Hoping to get into the industry on graduation. Building my first AR-15. Depending on the time of year, I am either in Wisconsin or Illinois |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 9/15/2012 4:48:39 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Alphafox24]
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-Ren
Lake County Electro-Mechanical Engineer 3Gun/Multi-gun, IDPA, USPSA/IPSC Competitor NRA Life Member I like things that go, "pew pew!" |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 9/21/2012 12:08:39 PM EDT
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I've been in the forums forever, but this is my first time venturing into the "hometown" section.
Name: My name is Michael, but I'm typically referred to as "Leo Atrox" in any online forum (bullitin boards, YouTube, Xbox, etc.). My friends call me "Leo" for short ... Even some of the ones that I know in person. Location: I'm currently residing in McHenry County. I made my way to Illinois after marrying a resident while I was serving in the Marine Corps. In my opinion, Illinois basically sucks; but McHenry country is alright. What I do: I'm a technology engineer developing and maintaining endpoint management solutions. (I make sure more than 20,000 computers can be upgraded and maintained effectively and efficiently.) My shooting interests: I guess you'd call it "tactical" or "practical" shooting. I love shooting, but I really don't have time to be a recreational shooter. I never shot a firearm until the Marine Corps put a rifle in my hands. Now I own several AR's of various varieties and calibers. I like to assemble them myself, but I do have an original model Barrett Rec7 and a POF-308 that are basically factory guns. My current go-to gun is a direct-impingement 5.56 NATO AR carbine built with forged receivers and FailZero EXO coated internals (and upper receiver). In addition to several AR's, I also own a Sig Sauer P226 SCT, a Smith & Wesson M&P-9 VTAC, Benelli M4 Tactical, and a basic Ruger 10/22. My "practical shooting" interests inform my purchasing decisions. Once I'm satisifed with "tactical capabilities" I'll likely move on to more "fun guns" ... I love historic arms, so I'll probably buy a lot of early 20th century war guns, as well as reproductions of pre-20th century firearms. I have a particular desire to get an 1860 Henry and a Smith & Wesson Model 3 (Schofield) revolver, which both hold special places in firearms history. I doubt I'd be able to get them both in .44 Henry rimfire since the ammo is not available, but I think Uberti makes reproductions of both in .44-40 and .45 Colt. I am a member at Aurora Sportsman's Club, although I don't get out there often because of the distance between my home and the Club. |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 10/9/2012 3:57:39 PM EDT
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Thomas
Naperville Area Security and Loss Prevention In the final stages of building an AR (need a gun smith and I'm done lol) Restoring a Mossberg 835 Ultimag, and Have a Marlin Model 60 that is about as old as I am Love projects esp. mechanical ones (guns, cars, bikes etc) also a weather nerd, I hang out with people who stand in front of tornados |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 10/10/2012 8:16:09 PM EDT
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Howdy!
Student from the Collinsville/Edwardsville area here. not planning on sticking around here for long though. Been shooting since age six, and I just finished building my first AR-15. Thanks for all the help with the build AR-15.com |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 10/13/2012 12:28:24 PM EDT
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Rob
Rockton, IL If it goes 'bang', I'm interested! Did competitive shooting in high school and enlisted in the Marine Corps after graduation. 4th award Rifle Expert during my tour. Since then, been a deputy sheriff, police officer and firefighter/paramedic. The family really loves self-sufficiency and shooting |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 10/18/2012 12:26:41 PM EDT
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Name's Jim I live in the Joliet area, Was a graphic designer till employer moved (and went belly up), so had to get back into banking:( Miss my old gig A LOT. anyway, recent firearms addict (last year or so) also love motorcycles, Ducati's in particar, but obession with firearms dwarfed that obsession! Now I'm in LOVE my RRA TacOps 2, (want to get a "Fail Zero' nickel BCG though) Also love my PT1911, 92FS and FNP-9. looking for a good outdoor range, or some farmland that allows shooting, (not a hunter, but MAYBE coyotes) and possibly some sort of club. Prerty mechanically inclined, self taught noviice gunsmith. (replaced hammer, D spring, trigger, guide rod etc on Beretta 92FS, other mods on some other guns too. One big problem, wife HATES guns, thinks I'm OBSESSED cause of how much I read and know about them, and doesn't REALLY know how much I've spent on firearms, ammo and range time. Yikes!
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Posted: 10/18/2012 5:45:48 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By Jimcord1:
Name's Jim I live in the Joliet area, Was a graphic designer till employer moved (and went belly up), so had to get back into banking:( Miss my old gig A LOT. anyway, recent firearms addict (last year or so) also love motorcycles, Ducati's in particar, but obession with firearms dwarfed that obsession! Now I'm in LOVE my RRA TacOps 2, (want to get a "Fail Zero' nickel BCG though) Also love my PT1911, 92FS and FNP-9. looking for a good outdoor range, or some farmland that allows shooting, (not a hunter, but MAYBE coyotes) and possibly some sort of club. Prerty mechanically inclined, self taught noviice gunsmith. (replaced hammer, D spring, trigger, guide rod etc on Beretta 92FS, other mods on some other guns too. One big problem, wife HATES guns, thinks I'm OBSESSED cause of how much I read and know about them, and doesn't REALLY know how much I've spent on firearms, ammo and range time. Yikes! Welcome...it just gets worse. Check out the ISRA range in Bonfield. Great outdoor range and a membership price that can't be beat |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 10/18/2012 6:02:43 PM EDT
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My name is Brad
I live in Randolph County (been through all 21 pages and have seen a couple other Randolph Countians) on the banks of the Kaskaskia River. I have several guns but as of now none of the AR type. I will remedy that soon, right now I am stuck between hard to get and expensive. I am here to learn all I can. |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 10/25/2012 1:56:46 AM EDT
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Kevin
Across the Mig Muddy from St. Louis Security Operations Specialist Getting ready to pull the trigger on my first AR purchase. |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 11/3/2012 9:36:09 PM EDT
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Bryan, 28
Woodstock UPS driver and tow truck dispatch on weekends. The old man is on here, he has all the fun stuff, I have a Mosin 91/30 at my place and thats it so far 
Grew up shooting, starting with BB's, then .22's, and have since shot a well rounded mix of old and new pistols and rifles. I have a soft spot for Grandpa's .38 special, but really want a new Springfield XDm, Love the M1 Garand, but want an AK. 
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IL, USA
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Posted: 11/4/2012 8:57:58 PM EDT
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Tommy, Age 23
Bloomington Cubicle life Shoot @ Darnall's when I can. Would like to find a private place to shoot and someone to shoot with. Into anything that puts holes in what you point it at. |
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Posted: 11/5/2012 4:29:21 AM EDT
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Hi, my name is Mike and I currently live in Springfield. I'm originally from Raymond. I'm interested in about anything that goes bang. But I enjoy older military rifles the most. I own a number of guns, but my pride and joy is my tricked out Rock River AR. I also enjoy amateur refinishing and restoration. Sometimes it takes months, but good work doesn't happen overnight.
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IL, USA
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Posted: 11/16/2012 12:31:43 PM EDT
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Josh - Springfield
I'm into the tacticool stuff. |
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Posted: 11/22/2012 12:07:45 AM EDT
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James
Born in Olney, grew up in Bloomington, lived in Champaign for 10 years. Currently I live in Normal and work in Peoria. Plumbing Estimator RRA Springfield Armory Savage Smith & Wesson |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 11/24/2012 1:24:42 AM EDT
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Justin
South 'Burbs,eastern Will in Crete Grounds Keeper Shooting, fishing, hunting, anything outside |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 11/25/2012 7:54:40 AM EDT
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Shane
Ogle County Couple of Shotguns and Pistols Bowhunting is my obsession (currently) Wanting to build an AR and a buddy reccomended this site for info. Reading all I can and then it's head first into the water.. |
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Posted: 11/25/2012 10:28:04 PM EDT
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John
LaSalle County Owner of 3PL/Warehousing Company USPSA,IDPA,3Gun, Hunting |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 12/15/2012 6:02:57 AM EDT
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Gary
Lena Model 70 Lover Retired from telecommunications Do Parkerizing and Dura-Coating Just started playing with AR's. I see this is going to become ADDICTIVE |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 12/15/2012 7:57:38 PM EDT
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Hi all, new to site.
Matt Champaign AR with 20" AV tech. Hunting- birds/coyotes Fishing- Mostly bass |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 1/1/2013 1:49:16 AM EDT
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Lyle
Westville Aviation Safety Inspector AR-15s, 1911's, S&W Revolvers, Pre 64 Winchesters (M-12, M-70) Ithaca 37's, M-1 Garands. Other than firearms, I am into Jeeps, Mopars, fishing/hunting. If anyone lives in this area, and needs a place to shoot on occasion, hit me up. I live on a farm outside of city limits, and have a 250 yd range with a bench. Once I get to know you a little, I always like the company. Unless the corn is too high, then the range is closed.
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IL, USA
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Posted: 1/1/2013 4:38:35 PM EDT
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Mark
Edwardsville NRA Member Just joined ARFCOM after lurking for the last month. Planning my first AR build. |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 1/2/2013 7:55:37 AM EDT
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Howdy....I'm new here...
used to have a couple of ARs...got rid of them about 13 years ago during divorce (along with an AK, tec-9s, calico, etc,,, :( ) now trying to get back in... I'm from McHenry County...enjoying the information here.... I'm a network engineer (computer geek) and work downtown Chicago |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 1/2/2013 8:51:42 AM EDT
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Tell us your name…
Adam Where you live… Will Co. What you do... Firefighter/EMT and ATT What your firearms interest and/or experience is... Any firearms. former Self Defense and Mixed Martial arts and weapons and personal self defense instructor Learned most of my firearms training from my dad who is retired ISP, martial arts instructor and Navy Seal (Nam) |
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Posted: 1/4/2013 4:27:47 PM EDT
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Rural JoDaviess County
EX Mil, 1st Cav, ex part time Sheriff Deputy 20 years Retired/disabled now into everything. Hunting, fishing, Harleys But hate those damn guns!! 
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IL, USA
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Posted: 1/10/2013 2:01:39 PM EDT
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Currently living in the Western suburbs (Naperville-Bolingbrook-Aurora area)
I’m a former USAF Security Policeman and carried an M-16 daily as my duty weapon when I was active duty. Carried a S&W .38 (model 10) as a bank security guard for a while after that. I honestly don’t own any firearms right now and I haven’t been shooting since the late 90’s, though I used to regularly. I’ve wanted an AR-15 since I got out, but never bought due to financial reasons. Same for handguns, other than the .38 I needed for work. Now that all hell is breaking loose with pending anti-gun legislation, I figured its now or never and I have been researching what I want and what I can actually afford. Looking for a reliable AR-15 (something like the S&W M&P15) and a handgun - 9mm, .40, or .45 (considering S&W, Glock, Springfield, RIA, Beretta, Colt). Need to get to a local range and start some hands-on research. Also joined the NRA and GOA for good measure. |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 1/10/2013 2:10:36 PM EDT
[Last Edit: gander2912]
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Greg
Kendall County I am a LEO Mohawk Arms AR15, Glock 19, S & W .357 Just joined forum, looks like a lot of great info...... |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 1/14/2013 2:47:06 PM EDT
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Hey all,
I'm Paul I Grew up in Anna, currently live in Centralia Small Trucking company owner/driver/mechanic I've been shooting and collecting guns all my life, Mostly handguns of all varieties and a couple 10/22's, but recently bought 2 Windham Weaponry AR's for my wife and I. Always been a fan of Ruger firearms, and own more of them than anything else. Anything American made is a plus in my book. NRA Life member, dirtbiker, classic car nut, |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 1/15/2013 10:43:15 AM EDT
[Last Edit: kostman_04]
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Patrick
Dixon, IL IDOC and ILARNG AR AK XDM and some hunting shotguns. |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 1/15/2013 10:56:28 PM EDT
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Hello
Jeff, split between rural McHenry County and Twin Lakes,Wisconsin 56 yo, been in sales last 27 years I like guns,guitars,archery(traditional),gardening and fishing. No Ar, but I built a bunch of FALs 
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IL, USA
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Posted: 1/17/2013 9:09:03 PM EDT
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Damon
Greene & Macoupin county area I'm a Service Mgr at a Ford dealer, and oddly, a Jeep fanatic. Been a gun guy since I was old enough to pull the trigger. I hunt (firearm & archery), have a couple 'built' AR's and one that was bought complete, and lots of other toys. I have lurked here and read/learned a lot, but don't post much.
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Posted: 1/20/2013 9:23:56 PM EDT
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Hey Fellow Illinoisan!
My name is Than...been around since late 2011, finally bought the membership. West burbs, Naperville and Champaign Software engineer experienced in handguns; looking to get into AR/AK and long guns also enjoy cigars love to meet up at a range and shoot! Its never fun to go at it alone. |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 1/24/2013 9:33:39 PM EDT
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Casey
Hoffman Estates Assorted firearms |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 1/26/2013 11:02:21 PM EDT
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Matt
Rock Island Co. Hunter 6 months out of the Year Fishing other 6 months Father, Musician, Shooter, and Last but not Least...Patriot of The United States of America! |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 1/27/2013 1:36:19 PM EDT
[Last Edit: wmjlar15]
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Jeff
Lockport, IL Garbage Man at Waste Management Interest in AR custom builds and all sorts of pistols! Love driving to Indiana to shoot Machine Guns at Midwest Gun and Range cause Illinois is a sucky shitty state. Own multiple AR's and pistols. |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 1/28/2013 2:22:04 PM EDT
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Andrew.
Cary, Mchenry county. trying to get into wildlife wardens, and or DNR law enforcement. cant count how many bolt actions i got. also have a wide variety of everything else and enjoy them all. |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 1/30/2013 10:05:06 AM EDT
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From White County (deep South East part of state below I64
Very active in gun rights and getting concealed carry for IL On the board of IllinoisCarry.com Wife is spokesperson for this group. Helped author main carry bills for IL. |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 1/30/2013 4:06:50 PM EDT
[Last Edit: turningfinal]
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J
Northern Illinois Current interest is anything firearms related, like most. 2 completed AR builds and a third underway. |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 1/31/2013 12:39:16 AM EDT
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Dee is my nick.
Rockford, born and lived. Live-in caregiver for the disabled Belong to the local pistol club(Pine Tree). NRA, ISRA member I own a couple pistols, and a couple ARs. I like reloading for them. |
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