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Yet another case in point when the loosening of carry restrictions made anti-gunners heads exlode: "OMG... aaaaghhh... there'll be blood in the streets if this is passed!" - and reality (oh, that pesky reality) turned out to be entirely different. Early indications are that Florida's permitless carry law has contributed to a DECREASE in shootings. Article: The Unexpected Impact of Florida’s Permitless Carry Law on Crime Rates (msn.com)
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The article is correct... the sheer contempt that these politicians hold towards anyone that even dares to question their bloated, corrupt processes is just remarkable. Honestly, it makes me sick. This is not how "representatives" are supposed to behave.
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Already being discussed on another thread: Platkin release NJ PTC data, encourages placement of "no-gun" decals - Current New Jersey Gun Laws Discussion - New Jersey Gun Forums (njgunforums.com)
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CLOSURE DATES UPDATED Black River WMA Archery & Shotgun Ranges Will Be Closed March 13-16, 2024 The Black River WMA Archery and Shotgun Ranges at 275 North Road, Chester, Morris County, will be CLOSED for shooting station upgrades beginning Wednesday, March 13, 2024, and will reopen on Saturday, March 16, 2024. New Jersey Fish & Wildlife sincerely appreciates your patience and understanding while this work is being completed and improvements are made. Thank you! Check out NJ Fish & Wildlife's Wildlife Management Area Explorer App NJ Fish & Wildlife Range Information
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I don't know if this is helpful at all, but if you didn't see this - NJDEP Fish & Wildlife is offering Turkey hunting seminars on March 23... if you're really new to hunting, who knows?... It might be a good place to at least ask some of your questions: NJDEP Fish & Wildlife - March 23 Talkin' Turkey Seminars - Registration Required! - Hunting, Fishing & More - New Jersey Gun Forums (njgunforums.com)
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Some of you military history buffs may enjoy this. Personally?... I'm wondering... is it evidence of great, timeless design? Or are the Ukrainians just in far worse shape in this war than the media has advertised? You be the judge! Apparently, the Ukrainians are regularly employing the Maxim M1910 on the battlefield, a 140-year-old machine gun that was first used in World War I. (Well, now that I'm thinking about it... I own a 1911... so maybe I shouldn't question this?) Slideshow: Ukraine is using a very old machine gun because of its unique abilities (msn.com)
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Concealed Carry for Women... and the Sad Dearth of Good Options
Mrs. Peel replied to Mrs. Peel's topic in Concealed Carry
Oops! I stand corrected. I accidentally confused the P238 with the P365. Thank you! What would I do without "the experts at my elbow"? Seriously! LOL. -
Interesting article! It's about how prepping is apparently attracting a more diverse audience these days as americans lose faith in gov't's ability to provide safety and security: https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/prepping-for-disaster-diversifies-as-more-americans-lose-trust
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Concealed Carry for Women... and the Sad Dearth of Good Options
Mrs. Peel replied to Mrs. Peel's topic in Concealed Carry
Oh, dear! I log into NJ Gun Forums, and what do I see? @gloom has (quite innocently, I'm sure) named and shamed me! I should know better than to state my goals on the Internet. I'm waaaay behind my previously stated schedule. In my defense, my carry plans were totally obliterated by other gun stuff! Honestly? For me, it all comes down to moolah. I put myself on a strict budget when it comes to gun purchases, and then I prioritize them. This winter I was instead buying dies, an electronic scale, and various other reloading components to support my new rifle obsession. (Damn, even when you get good deals...everything is soooo costly!) So, I was simply in no position to be buying another gun. That said, I can't say I've done "nothing" re: carry. I've tried out (both borrowed and rented) several gun models. I also spent many days in my house wearing my (full-size) 1911 in borrowed holsters (thanks, @High Exposure for those loaners) - simply to get a sense of what wearing a holster felt like (because I'd never worn one before). After all of that, I have definitely come to "general conclusions". I'll end up with a .380 for sure. And once I make the final pick, I'll undoubtedly end up with several methods of carry - an IWB holster, a pocket holster, a cross-carry concealed carry purse, and probably a concealed carry purse that goes around the waist, too. (So that's a big expense in and of itself - just all those holsters!) I realize that also means a TON of extra practice (even if it's dry fire at home) to be competent with all methods, but I've decided it's just a necessity due to my wardrobe: "it is what it is". As far as which gun - the jury is still out but I'm getting closer. I ruled out the Walther PDP-F and micro 1911s. I shoot the Sig P365 P238 well & I do appreciate the nice, quality feel of it (my hesitancy is the price coupled with the low # of rounds). I haven't yet tried the EZ in .380 (I liked the EZ in 9, but the slide was still a bit too tight) or the Ruger LCP Max (of interest to me mainly because of its 10-round capacity) - they just didn't happen to have those last 2 models available where/when I rented - but I will try both before a decision is made. My winter goals have clearly morphed into spring/summer goals. Sorry to disappoint with my slow-poke pace... please forgive me, gloom! -
Move Over Deer, Turkeys Are Here! Join New Jersey Fish & Wildlife’s R3 Hunting & Shooting Program in partnership with members of the New Jersey National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) for two FREE turkey hunting and calling seminars introducing YOU to the wonderful world of the wild turkey. The seminars are designed to provide participants with an informative and welcoming environment in which to learn new outdoor skills while learning about one of New Jersey’s favorite springtime game species, the wild turkey. There are two seminars, one in northern NJ and one in Southern NJ, taking place on Saturday, March 23, 2024, from 1:00 p.m to 3:00 p.m.: Batsto Village Visitors Center (31 Batsto Rd, Hammonton, NJ 08037) Pequest Trout Hatchery & Education Center (605 Pequest Road, Oxford, NJ 07863) You MUST register for this seminar. Also, each person attending the seminar MUST register. Registration is first come, first serve. Once the maximum capacity is filled, registration will be closed. Registration deadline is March 20, 2024, so Act Now! Register for Batsto Village Workshop: 2024 Talkin' Turkey Seminar Batsto (office.com) Register for Pequest Workshop: 2024 Turkey Hunting Seminar Pequest (office.com)
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New Holland is about 2 hours from Tinton Falls (or Colts Neck or any of those towns in the middle of Monmouth County). Cumberland Rifleman is slightly under 2 hours. Those are probably your 2 best bets. It's not like there's a TON of longer-distance ranges around us. Personally, I don't think you need to get hung up on "joining" either of those ranges though. Not right away anyway. I just got into rifle shooting last season... my (admittedly newb, take it with a grain of salt) advice, is to practice at your local range at whatever distances are available to you... and though it may feel counter-intuitive, even if you don't feel "ready", as long as you're hitting the target consistently, just sign up for some matches at one or both of those 600-yd ranges. Both of them have a decent schedule of NRA-sanctioned matches to accommodate various rifle sports, and you can sign up for matches even if you're not a range member. At first, I thought it would be soooo intimidating and terribly stressful to essentially get your practice in DURING a match, but people are super-friendly. Just make sure you set your scope in advance to that distance so you can get dialed in fast. (NRA-sanctioned matches, I've noticed, move pretty efficiently - people will not wait while you futz around with the equipment). If you really get obsessed, you could literally be shooting once or twice a month between both of those ranges'' match schedules, for 3 seasons of the year. Frankly, you could get LOADS of practice in that way without even joining a range.
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WTS Zastava M70 AK-47 w/ Optic & 6 Mags
Mrs. Peel replied to RetNJ47's topic in Guns and Accessories For Sale or Trade
Do you want us to lock down this thread then? Sounds like you're no longer in selling mode, correct? -
Cumberland Rifleman in Millville, NJ is the one with 600 yards. @sroc112 - you might want to look at this recent thread, which lists several others... Long range ranges? - Precision Rifle - New Jersey Gun Forums (njgunforums.com) Or THIS older thread which mentions a couple others... Any 600+ yard range in NJ or PA but near NJ? - Ranges & Gun Shops - New Jersey Gun Forums (njgunforums.com) Most of the long-distance topics are under the "Rifle" forum btw.
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And we're happy to have you here! Welcome.
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I know, right?! I just got back from my curbside pick-up. I bought almost entirely shelf-stable preps (pasta, canned goods, etc.) - my original online order totalled 344. and after all the sales discounts, it was only 183. at pick-up! (Can't beat that with a stick! I'm still flushed with shopping victory!!) I usually hit this sale twice-annually (they run it in January, and again in early summer) to "top off" my supplies. So far, I'm staying true to my goal of always having a minimum of 3 months' worth of food in the house - without buying those pricey dehydrated meals (that I would probably never even eat). I would encourage others to check out the sale! It's a good one.
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Wayne LaPierre announces resignation as NRA chief
Mrs. Peel replied to JohnnyB's topic in General Discussion
I hope you're wrong on this one! The more healthy & effective gun rights organizations we have, the better. Perhaps they can turn it around. Mark Smith, Four Boxes Diner, made an interesting video with his own opinion about what the NRA should do, including some leader recommendations --- perhaps spitballing, but in his usual logical, spot-on fashion. My reaction was "yikes, that sounds good... if only!"... but hey, you never know! Good leadership can do wonders for any failing organization... the question is, how deep does the rot go... and is there enough healthy tissue left in that organization to embrace and follow a good leader if one was chosen? -
You're totally right! If I have 2 cans of canned soup a month , it's a lot, so most of the time... I don't worry about it too much. But if it was Zombie Time, and I was relying on that stash with some frequency... yeah, I'd be adding extra water, non-salty seasonings, and perhaps extra pasta, etc. I think they're far too salty to consume daily. If the zombies didn't get you, the high blood pressure would!
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Thanks for the prompts, guys! I updated the thread title. And yes, @45Doll, I use the digital coupons through their app - not sure if there's another way to access, but their app is nice & easy to use. I rarely go into the brick & mortar store anymore - I order online, maximize on any sales/digital coupons & do curbside pick-up. Life is good.
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Adding this post "Gun Crime Down" by @1LtCAP from General Discussion to here (hope you don't mind the housekeeping, OP! It fits better in here).... it shows an increase in concealed carry permits did NOT increase crime, in fact, it did the opposite. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ yep. they admitted it. i found this article by accident today. not this one in particular, but a different site. <<Researchers analyzed data spanning from June 2021 to June 2023 – a year before and a year after the law took effect – focusing on crimes involving firearms, verified gunshot-detection alerts and the number of officers struck by gunfire. Center for Justice Research Director Melissa Burek, who has a doctorate in criminal justice, led the research. The study showed significant decreases in the number of crimes involving firearms in Akron, Columbus and Toledo, and across all eight cities combined. The rate of gun crime in Parma fell the most – by 22% – followed by Akron and Toledo, each with decreases of 18%. Rates for Dayton and Cincinnati increased by 6% and 5%, respectively.>> https://www.ohioattorneygeneral.gov/Media/News-Releases/January-2024/Change-in-Concealed-Carry-Law-Did-Not-Drive-Violen
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List of NJ Businesses posting 'No Guns' signs
Mrs. Peel replied to 10X's topic in Current New Jersey Gun Laws Discussion
I was at Short Hills Mall the following Christmas season, so I guess that would have been 2014... ? The mall was closing for the evening and when my friend and I walked back into the parking garage, it was nearly deserted and there was NO security ANYWHERE to be seen. I mean ZIP. So, they had already "forgotten" about poor Dustin Friedland and his young widow merely one year after his death. So, yeah, that mall going "gun-free" a decade later doesn't surprise me at all. Still shameful though... not to mention incredibly stupid with their close proximity to Newark. All of those nice, upscale towns within 30 minutes of Newark (Short Hills, Montclair, Glen Ridge, etc.) are rich targets for gangbangers, and they all get more than their share of random, terrible violence that crops up on occasion. -
NJ CCW Question(s)
Mrs. Peel replied to diamondd817's topic in Current New Jersey Gun Laws Discussion
Actually, let's leave it here - you're fine! That other section is not for law-related issues - it's more about gear (holsters, clothing, etc.). -
Hmmm... if you were thinking of buying ammo, powder, primers, etc., you might want to stock up this month! An anticipated global gunpowder shortage will be impacting pricing come January 1st according to Vista Outdoor: "Companies that will increase their prices include Remington, Alliant Powder, CCI, Federal, SEVI-Shot and Speer. The following increases include: Shotshell: 1-7 percent Rifle: 1-7 percent Handgun: 1-5 percent 22LR/Shorts: 1-5 percent WMR/HMR: 1-7 percent Primers: 5 percent Alliant Powder: 10 percent (limited availability)." Article >>> Ammo Prices Set to Rise 'Substantially' (msn.com)
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This is why you're one of my favorites, 10X - it's the shameless flattery you throw around!
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This is the kind of person I want nearby when an emergency occurs. He's the very definition of cool under pressure. Color me impressed!
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I always find each new sniper record to be just... well... amazeballs! I mean, can you imagine hitting a target at 2.36 miles?? And not in a competition, mind you, but in BATTLE... when other people are also trying to shoot YOU? Holy kamoley! That's really an incredible feat IMO... both of engineering design and shooting skill. I seem to recall the Canadians have been pretty dominant holding these long-distance sniper shot records... but the World Record has now moved to a Ukranian. Anyway, here's the article describing the shot and the new rifle & ammo that was used. Look at the size of this rifle, too... the barrel alone is 41+ inches! Holy crap. (I'll never again whine about not being able to fit my mid-range rifle in my car trunk, lol.) Ukrainian sniper sets new World Record (msn.com)