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great deal thanks

just to clarify that unless the storage facility limits what can be stored, it is perfectly legal to store a handgun or a long gun at a storage unit, that I am renting? Is that because once i rent the unit it is as if it my residence? I am just concerned about getting tripped up on this issue. the fact that no one or not many are caught does not in itself make it legal.

Is it legal to store long guns or hand guns at a storage facility in NJ? is an internal safe needed? if it is legal will all storage facilities allow it? and do you have any recommendations? thanks

28 inch is Ok, but longer is better, especially for trap and sporting clays, less so for skeet if going for a new gun I would get 30 for semi auto, 30 or 32 for O/U for trap some people use 34, but that is long and not suitable for other varieties.

Just my 2 cents. I was in the same position about 2 years ago. Started with a Mossberg 500 got the clay bug (trap in Fairfield and sporting clays in Lehigh Valley) Sure it is the shooter not the gun in general, but you want a gun that is at least minimally designed for the task at hand. A Mossberg is definitely not a clays gun. The recoil will beat the hell out of your shoulder. Also trying to shoot 2, fast is a real pain. After 100-200 rounds you will regret it. I bought a Beretta 391, which is a great gun. Soft, accurate and smooth. You may never want to buy another. If you can afford one new, great, if not buy used. replacement parts are readily available. I can not over recommend this gun. The only issue was that my son got the bug as well. He now uses the 391 and I bought a Beretta 686 SP1. Which is also a fabulous gun, that at about $2K it is expensive. Had to really sweet talk my wife. Father, son bonding and all that. First of all buy quality. With clays you shoot a lot. Cheap guns will not last. Also make sure you buy a clays gun, not a field gun, different setup, different feel Start with the 391, you may never want an O/U, It will last forever. Also get a shell catcher so that shells do not fly all over the place - http://www.tandsshellcatcher.com/ But if you do want a O/U look at Beretta 686 or Browning 425, they are both great guns and will last forever Also for clays, do not get shorter than 30 inch, in a O/U maybe even 32. Enjoy.

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Beretta makes the best SA clay shotguns the A400 is their latest, kickoff is really not needed since the gun is very soft shooting by itself, The most popular SA clay shotgun is the Beretta AL391, which is no longer in production but can be readily found. if you can find one, I would get that, parts are easy to get and the gun is great, it has a shim system to adjust the stock

Anyone have experience with these scopes? Is the Viper PST worth the money (approx $500) versus the Crossfire II 1-4 (approx $200)? Thanks

I have shot there many times and I also highly recommend it

I started with a pump and I would not recommend it. Not fast enough for doubles and has way too much recoil for extensive use. I would suggest getting a used Beretta 391 sporting in 30 inch should not be too expensive it is a great all around clay gun. If any thing is wrong with it or wears out, parts are very readily available. It is soft, easy to use and is a great first clay gun. BTW I used it for a year, then gave it to my son and bought a Beretta O/U Good luck

You may want to consider a Beretta 686 SP1, you should be able to find one for under $2k Make sure you get competition gun, not a field gun, comp guns usually have 2 beads, are heavier (less recoil). Also comp guns will not have the safety go on automatically. A A400 semi auto is also a very good gun, but not cheap. Look around for a Beretta AL391, which is a great comp semi auto gun. Get a good gun, when shooting clays, you tend to shoot a lot 100 or so shots each time. The gun needs to take a lot of abuse. Could shoot 5000rounds per year Good luck

Looking for an new optic for my new AR Who has a good selection in northern NJ Aimpoint, Eotech, Mepro, Trijicon thanks

Can I let my son (who has a FID) take a hand gun (registered to me) to the range by himself? He is over 21. I believe that it would be ok with a long gun, right? Thanks in advance

I also would recommend staying with a 12 gauge unless you absolutely can not handle the recoil. I would also counsel a semi auto 12 before going to a 20. Also might avoid it if the barrel is less than 30 inches. Since this is your first shotgun, you may want to use it for other clay sports like sporting clays as well. You might want to go to Thunder Mountain and use their guns first to get a feel of what you are comfortable with first. Fairfield is a great place, but does not rent guns or sell ammo, not as easy for the first timers.

are the rentals open? If not is there a ETA?