In honor of this week’s Avengers Endgame release, I finished off my Thanos inspired Lancer Systems magazines which I acquired during California’s Freedom Week. I sure wish I purchased a few more as they are not planning on making anymore any time soon.

I guess now I’ll have to build a new Thanos inspired AR!

“Dread it. Run from it. Destiny arrives all the same. And now, it’s here. Or should I say… I am.”

Got some quality bench time today, reloading ammo for the .458 Socom. Was able to finish off the Inceptor polycase projectiles as well as another batch of Sierra Bullets. Now just need some better weather so I can get some more rounds through the beast.

Granted, my budget builds are not for everyone, but damn, Bear Creek Arsenal and Anderson Manufacturing sure do make some high quality affordable uppers and lowers, and I’m thankful I chose them both for this build.

Holosun never disappoints and the HS510C is no exception. I see why it is their best selling optic as this thing is a true blessing with how I like to shoot.

Mission First Tactical fits this build perfectly. Even with the mighty thump the 458 brings, the minimalist stock feels great on the shoulder. The hand grip is tight, and fits me like a glove.

Bravo Company USA has really caught my eye recently. I’m loving their rail panels that fit perfectly on my low profile hand guards, even with the big thick barrel and gas block of the 458 where others didn’t quite fit. I’m addicted to the Mod 3 Vertical Grip, angled forward for extra leverage. Good stuff at a great price.

Strike Industries makes all kinds of fun stuff. I’m a big fan of their rail panels, QD sling mounts and their awesome dust covers.

Magpul is also a favorite, although I don’t have much on this build. Great pop-up sights, and of course my fav ranger plates on the mags.

CA Legal Mags has really come through for us restricted Californians.

Deflector Brake makes a neat little product that drops your brass in a nice pile down by your feet. A feature I didn’t really care much about until I learned the value of collecting your brass for reloading. Simple but affective tool indeed.

Many of these accessory manufacturers also make uppers, lowers and barrels, but are usually way out of my price range. Judging from the craftsmanship I’ve seen in these fun accessories, I’m sure the value of their complete firearms are well worth the price. Hopefully someday I will find out first hand.

Still trying to test out my loading of the Inceptor projectiles but the weather still won’t cooperate.

As you can see, it’s quite a bit different than my other rifle calibers… (left to right) .458 Socom, 6.5 Grendel, .300 Blackout, and standard .223/5.56 cartridges.

The .458 Socom is big, tough, and a fun rifle to shoot. It will put a smile on your face the moment you pull the trigger.

The only problem is that the round it is not readily available here in gun fearing California, and since we’ve lost our right to purchase ammunition online, I had to turn to reloading the shells myself to make this beast more affordable to shoot.

Loving these new 10rd 458 Socom mags from CA Legal Mags. These steel mags hold those big bore bullets in place better than the polymer alternatives.

This Inceptor ammo for the new 458 Socom looks intimating to say the least.