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Well that was fast! It looks like the police actually use these.

So, I used to play a lot of paintball, but haven't played in years. Was thinking of setting up my Tippman 98 with "pepperballs" for a "less than lethal" home defense alternative. Anybody done this? Recommendations? Stupid idea? Pepperball recommendations? And this would be a deterrent, and not fired indoors.

With 9mm going for .50 - $1.00 a round, shooting .22 is much chaeper!

Now that's more like it! Thanks!

I resemble that remark. The last time this happened I swore this would never happen to me again. Last year I looked at my ammo inventory and said to myself "Maybe you went a little overboard". Last night I looked and said "Maybe you should've bought a little more".

Yeah, I saw that, but was hoping not to drop $300 on it (although that's cheaper than I saw it for earlier).

Like a lot of you, I'm a big Beretta fan. I've got an M9 that I would like to convert to .22 for practice. Any suggestions on the best conversion kits? Can I use a 92 conversion kit on an M9?

And margins on .22LR are thin. Lots more money to made cranking out 9mm.

On the plus side, for those of us who stocked up after the last shortage, the ranges are pretty empty! Went to EFG last week and had the handgun range all to myself.

Interesting fact: "Slingshots became banned in New Jersey when the law was adopted because some idiot didn't know the difference between a 'slungshot' and a slingshot. Originally the prohibition was to be for 'slungshots' which is something similar to a blackjack and primarily used for hitting people on the head. Unfortunately some legislative geek changed the 'U' to an 'I' and slingshot became a 'per se weapon.'" - Nappen II: New Jersey Gun, Knife & Weapon Law by Evan Nappen

Doesn't matter, you are still SOL. Suppressors, suppressed barrels, shrouds - they are all the same here. Gamo makes pellet rifles with suppressed barrels, and you can't have one of those either.

As it is bolt action I would say you are GTG. I look at it the same as the tubular mag on my Henry lever action. As long as it is not semi-auto the 10 round mag limit does not apply.

Well, with everything else going on this year, here is the perfect recipe for 2020: http://www.motherthyme.com/2014/01/slow-cooker-hawaiian-style-meatloaf.html

OK, stupid question. For something that's turned and milled on CNC, why are these so expensive?

Bulleit Rye? - Check Sierra Nevada Beer? - Check Pork Roll? - Check Pineapple for the Crock Pot? - Nope I am ready to rock.

As long as you are not in a "non-discharge zone" you can shoot them in your backyard; just take the same precautions as you would with any firearm. And obviously it also depends upon the tolerance of your neighbors. Where I live everyone is cool with it, and there is enough separation between properties that no one can really see you shooting. You can also get a hunting license and hunt small game with them in NJ. Just for contrast, in England, which has some of the strictest gun laws anywhere, air guns are everywhere (although power is limited), and having a suppressor is considered being a "good neighbor".

Just FYI - if you are concerned about shotgun ammo availability and are a clay shooter Brownells still has 12 Gauge 1 oz #7.5 and #8 in stock for .25 / round, and will ship to NJ no problem. Received 2 cases this afternoon. https://www.brownells.com/ammunition/shotgun-ammo/first-class-target-load-12-gauge-2-3-4-ammo-prod123506.aspx

You know, 3 months ago I offered to trade 9mm for TP and got no takers. My how times have changed.

If you are looking to learn the fundamentals of marksmanship with a 10/22, I can think of no better way then to take an Appleseed course https://appleseedinfo.org/ You can upgrade your 10/22 to what they call a Liberty Training Rifle following the instructions here: https://appleseedinfo.org/pdf/LTR.pdf (basically install a sling, upgrade to Tech sights, add a quick mag release). I've been to three of these so far and get a little better each time. I have not earned my Rifleman's patch yet (63 year old eyes have a tough time with iron sights, but I am determined to do this without optics). Although there are seldom events in NJ, there a quite a few in PA and MD that you can attend. It'll be the best $65 you ever spent to improve your shooting. 2 days, over 500 rounds down rage, and a ton of fun. And njJoniGuy - I just ordered the KNS front sight for the next time. Thanks for the tip!

We have 4 electronic keyboards and a Yamaha upright. While the keyboards are great for jammin with the band, they are still just not the same as the real thing. When my wife wants to relax and play for herself, she always goes to the Yamaha upright. You can put a laser in your handgun and practice in your basement, but it's not the same as going to the range.

I, too have been doing a lot of hiking lately. I have a dedicated pack I set up just for day hikes, and in it, in addition to water and lunch, I keep: A small first-aid kit A battery-based charger for my phone A multitool Small flashlight Pen Compass Deep Woods Off towelettes Butt wipes and some TP/paper towels Face Wipes Small pair of binoculars Lighter/fire starter I usually download a trail map of wherever I am going I’ll pack a disposable poncho if the weather looks “iffy” I also carry a pocket knife in my pocket, and my phone. Reading glasses and sun glasses Kimber pepper blaster (my pack has a specific pocket for a handgun, but this is NJ) If it’s rocky and uneven (like the Sourland mountains) I’ll bring a trekking pole (I’m 63 and have some back problems). This may sound like a lot, but it all fits in a very small backpack. And doesn’t weigh much at all. I used to carry more (space blanket, “survival gear”, etc.) but for most of the hiking I do in NJ if I just keep walking, I’ll get to civilization. Used to do a lot of backpacking, so I am pretty conscious of excess weight. And the most important thing – good boots! If you are looking to expand your horizons, I recommend “AMC’s best day hikes in NJ”, available on Amazon. You can also download the Alltrails app to your phone. The app uses your phone’s GPS, so you can actually find your way if you somehow get off the trail. Have some fun and get off the couch!

Somebody started a thread about guns...

I've been fluke fishing Barnegat Bay with Hobie pedal kayak (a buddy if mine has 2). If you are a fisherman these things are great! The only downside is that when the water is really shallow, you need to kick up the rudder, and if it's windy they are hard to keep on track. Other than that they are great! Expensive, but great.

Just FYI for those that don't know - most masks don't depend upon actual mechanical filtration (pore size smaller than the virus). The middle layer (on a real, medical-grade mask) is statically charged. This charge attracts particles that are small enough to get through the outer layer, and is why fit is so important; if you're sucking air in through the sides the static layer cannot do its job. Most of the masks available to us are more to protect others. And yes, I do wear a mask when I am out shopping or near others. If I am hiking I'll wear a bandanna around my neck, and bring it up to cover my nose and mouth when passing others on the trail. It's not that big a deal. I have lost my father-in-law, a friend, and one of my wife's friends to this so far. It's very real. Don't be a putz. Wear a mask.

If all of you self-rightous keyboard commandos got half as upset and militant about your 2A rights as you do about wearing a damn mask this state would be a very different place.