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I know people who do but I don't. I don't think its as dangerous as some people think it is. I don't see any need for it if you take care and pay attention to what you're doing with a single stage. Cases loaded with carbide dies are sized, deprimed, tumbled, primed and loaded. If you're using standard dies are tumbled, sized, deprimed, lube is washed off, short tumble to bring back the sheen, primed and loaded. I usually use Lee Case Lube which is water based but I've never seen any lube that Dawn and hot water won't remove. Just be sure they dry totally before doing anything else (there as ways to hasten this). 95% of my pistol loading is with lead bullets and if some bullet lube with a squirt of lighter fluid will take it off. I don't think the powder being broken down is an issue either. Ammo being shipped to a war zone is manufactured, trucked Kmaybe several days) to be loaded for shipment, trucked to an ASP in the war zone, trucked to the unit, might be trucked around for a day to several weeks, and used with no issues. If you're a bench rest shooter tumbling loaded ammo may affect your group size but you would have no need to do it anyway as you treat each round like a single work of art.

The CMP and its predecessors shipped rifles to NJ for over 100 years and under the current NJ laws for about 40 years. The NJ AG, who figured she could interpret the law better than the past 40 years of AGs, decided this was illegal in NJ as this wasn't a face to face transaction a few years ago. Last I looked, interpreting the law was a function of the Judicial Branch but what do I know other than the US and NJ Constitution as they were written. This was in spite of the fact that the qualifications to buy from CMP are higher than buying a long gun in NJ. This isn't even legislating from a bench but by fiat. Judges in NJ never saw an issue with CMP sales. However, it probably was done to save the children. After all they are military rifles not covered by the NJAWB. They even have ....oh no...bayonet studs! After all with the high number of High Power and Service Rifle competitors using them for robberies and their favor among drug gangs and use for drive by shootings...something had to be done. Drive by bayonetings followed by a vertical butt stroke have also been on the rise and with a solid hardwood stock that butt stroke really hurts! Seriously now, some FFLs will give you a discount on their transfer fee for a CMP gun. Some have already provided a copyof their FFL to CMP (ask the FFL you intend to use or call CMP for a list) or send a copy of the dealer's FFL with the order and use the dealers address as a shipping address. All of this does not apply if you go to the North Store but you will need your NJFID.

This is a situation that I'd have to say you need to go with what feels best for you. I've carried and competed with revolvers for almost 40 years and what I like in a grip may be totally wrong for you. I've seen a lot of people reject a revolver because they didn't like how it "feels". The problem is the gun had the wrong grips and revolvers have a much better ability (in varying degrees) to change grips than semi autos. There are a lot of nice wood grips out there but AFAIC neoprene grips like Hogue and Pachmyrs are best for carry and competition. I like the Hogue Monogrip (rubber) and Pachmyr Gripper. IMO, the Hogue gives you less felt recoil as they cover the backstrap but can be an issue if you have small hands and/or short fingers as they place web of the hand further back. I have normal hands but short fingers and use these or the Pachmyrs well. There are other styles from both manufacturers. I suggest you go to a well stocked gun store and see how they feel to you. An advantage of most neoprene grips is if you buy the wrong ones you're only out $20-30 vs at least twice as much or more for wood grips. Hope this helps.

You're sure to have someone to fit your schedule! I'm in the same boat as you grumpy, I'm always off tomorrow!

grumpy I'm retired too and my dance card is very flexible moreso during the week. I can pick up up at the Jackson Outlet Mall right off the NJTP. PM if I can help.

This issue came up in a different context in a SD case a few years ago. LEOSA allows the state to control the carrying of firearms on state property and buildings and of course control by the owner of private property. Some out of state LEOs were assaulted by a biker gangmember in a bar in Sturgis and one shot the biker. There was no issue over the fact that the shooting was justified (I'm sure being in SD had a lot to do with this) but the LEOs were charged with carrying in a bar, a violation of SD law. Somewhere during the arraignment process, IIRC, the judge ruled that because the LEOs were carrying under the Federal law, the state law did not apply to them as the state had no authority to regulate carry of firearms in a bar they didn't own. Some states use similar logic regarding carrying firearms on school property. Illegal on public school property and private schools make their own rules. I agree with the preacher but more on 1A issues than 2A.

Remember the NYC Councilman who proposed after 9/11 issuing parachutes to workers in tall buildings so they can escape?

Ray, the M1 carbine can be as reliable as any other military semi auto. Reliability issues with them usually are caused by magazines or a dirty, worn, or loose gas piston. The loose gas pistons are a usual issue as you need a M1 carbine specific wrench to tighten the gas cylinder. I had a M2 issued to me when I worked in AZ. One of the guys I worked with was a SF A Team leader in Vietnam and the M1/M2 carbine was the main battle rifle for the Montagnards he worked with. He carried one and was pretty knowledgeable about them having carried one in combat for a year.

It can work as it. Just bleeds off excess pressure. The problem with a non adjusting type is if you start using some ammo with a higher pressure than its designed for it won't bleed off enough and damage your M1. I was wrong in saying I have one of those. I have a Schuster which you can adjust.

This is the gas plug that usnmars was talking about. There are several manufacturers of these, they basically all do the same thing. I have one for "just in case" but have never used it as I have an ample supply of M2 ball and same spec reloads. I know people who use them and have just adjusted it for M2 ball if that's what they are using (takes 5 or 6 rds to my observation).

TheDon answered this. All that investigation is used to check the credibility of the report they received. For example, on 9/12/01, every available "Special Agent" from INS, IRS, ATF, Customs, Secret Service, EPA, Marine Fisheries or any other Federal Agency that has 1811 series, Criminal Investigators was following up any lead with an inkling of credibility regarding the terrorists.

I have both a 308 and 30-06 Garands. I tend to agree with Lunker on this. I think over time you may find that surplus 30-06 dry up but there is still plenty of 7.62 NATO in use out there. I see usnmars point but if you're looking for a shooter and have a 308 or a more abundant supply in 308, I see no reason not to get one in 308. No one is destroying history by pulling off good original barrels from Garands and rebarreling them in 308. Virtually every Garand that has been through an arsenal rebuild has been assembled from parts. Even that Correct Grade you pay extra for. Concerned about the quality of a 308 Garand? Get yourself a CMP Special Grade which they offer in 30-06 or 308. This is the closest you are going to get to a new Garand for about $1000. You don't have to concern yourself with the quality of work or customer service from CMP. Probably one of the best bargains if you're looking for a long term, going to be passed down shooter. The only differences between a 308 or 30-06 Garand as far as a shooter goes is the ammo, the barrel, the size of the gas port, and usually a spacer block to prevent you from trying to load 30-06 (not needed for function). If you let Grandpa shoot it he won't notice the difference. If its a shooter you're concerned about get whatever caliber suits you better.

I would say yes. This would be the same situation as a competitor from out of state who comes to shoot at some type of meet.

TheDon has this correct. I spent over 30 years as a LEO, 27 of them as a "Special Agent". All the agencies have much more to do than follow up on flippant remarks made by people. Threats against the POTUS are followed up. The FBI would follow up regarding any terrorist threats in this country. There is a lot more that happened than has been told here for either to happen.

This is correct. IIRC the old 2A statutes in NJ (prior to about 1980) treated something like this as an antique if made before 1898. 2C treats all firearms the same whether its an authentic British Brown Bess or a new AR. In most states this wouldn't be considered a firearm if made before 1898.

I wouldn't say dirt cheap. They cost under $100 in the late 60s and if you were bringing home $200 a week you were doing good. The carbines were stolen during the Plainfield riots not Newark.

You are mixing banned by name with subtantially identical. The law says banned by name OR substantially identical. If you build an AR with an old receiver marked AR15 with only one evil feature it is illegal because its an AR15.

I think if you task one of the suppliers on this forum they can solve the problem.

You've jumped from over 100,000 feet before?

What is the headstamp on your surplus ammo?

SG Ammo has 180 gr Privi for about $14 a box. Its boxer primed so you can save it to reload. I haven't seen any reasonably priced surplus 303 around for over 10 years. Best option is to start rolling your own IMO.

I think if you already have a lower you can take it to a FFL in PA who can just transfer it back to you as a pistol. I'd consider building a SBR with a stub or telescopic stock. Adds only inches to the OAL but will be a lot more accurate and easier to use. You can apply to ATF if you're making it yourself and that does add $200 to the build cost. I've never been a fan of AR or AK pistols but enjoy whatever you build.

True, but would you want to live in Somalia, Pakistan, or one of those places?

Hotel can be free if you gamble enough.

I wouldn't be so sure. Even if your hook agrees with your "need" the judge still needs to approve it. You can bring up anything you want in a civil suit. Whether it has any bearing will be determined by the judge or jury. If someone assaults you and they have any boxing or martial arts experience I can't see why the plantiff would not bring it up. Criminally, if you knocked someone out you'd be charged the same as Chuck Norris did the same. Are you sure its not the RPO permit he applies for? Seems to me that a retired LEO going for a regular NJ carry permit is making himself jump through all kinds of hoops (police chief, judge, justifiable need, et al) when to get a RPO permit all he has to do is be a retired LEO and apply directly to NJSP. He could also carry under LEOSA without a permit. The only way I see NJ as a shall issue state is the current system being found as an "unreasonable restriction" and/or national reciprocity. The only other way is a veto proof pro 2A state legislature or a pro 2A legislature with a governor who feels the same way. BTW, AFAIK they will not issue carry permits to LEOs as they already have statutory authority already.