Col. Mortimer

http://www.ruger-firearms.com/Firearms/ ... 2&return=Y It's Walnut and no barrel band. The barrel band seems to diminish accuracy. Sure is purdy!

If you watch the video here http://www.impactguns.com/store/ They were doing the 4X4 . Pistols against machine guns. It just goes to show, you don't have to shoot a huge amount of ammunition. Well placed shoots are the key to cutting a stake.

Yes, peep sights are a good option for people with aging eyes that still want to shoot with iron sights. PS: We always want photos!

Doh! You'll be hearing from our attorney.

I bought a front sight pusher which is used with ramps. The ramps are installed with a Shortie block in the dovetail. I used various peep sights, most of which were leftovers from various projects. Here are some photos: Henry H003 Pump Remington 582 Mossberg Plinkster I think the peep sights are much better than the factory sights. The factory sights are a business decsion by the accounting department. The thinking is "If you want more accuracy, put a scope on it." Peep sights are more challenging than scopes but are accurate.

There are two teams of two shooters each shoot at two stakes (one stake per team) of 2" x 4" lumber. The first team to shoot their stake in two wins. Weapons: Semi-automatic pistol is the most common. Preferred caliber is .45ACP but .40S&W and even 9mm are used. There are also revolver matches. There may even be .22 matches with 1"x2"s. Distance: Approximately 30 feet. Requirements: Pistol, at least four magazines (if you don't have enough, I am sure you can borrow some) and lots of ammo. The number of rounds per match is usually around 20 to 30 depending on what you shoot, how well you shoot and how fast you shoot. We welcome newbies and have lots of fun. You do not have to be a member of Cherry Ridge. I know ammo is expensive and hard to find right now so pace yourself and bring as much ammo as you can spare. What else are you going to do with it? Besides, puching holes in paper gets boring. Here is what a match looks like:

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Here is the schedule and web site: http://www.anjrpc.org/rangeschedule.htm

He has a storefront with an indoor range in the basement. Here is the contact info: Marco Feliz Paterson Gunsmithing 438 Main Street Paterson, NJ 07501 (973) 345-4100

I have used Marco and overall, I have been happy with his work. I had a .22 that had a bent barrel and after Marco straighted it, it turned out to have a bad barrel too. Marco charged me very little for the work. I think he gave me a break since he felt bad for me. If I need any gunsmithing, I go to Marco. It helps that he has a range in the basement. He let me test any firearm he repaired.

I used him to install a front sight on my rifle. He did a lousy job and I wound up doing it myself. I put new front sights on three of my rimfire rifles and peep sights. I have to post some photos.

Good list and include MidwayUSA.

The match starts around 10:30 AM but be there by 9:00AM if you are new. Here is the link: http://www.shongum.org/activities/ipsc.html There will also be a rifle stage at the end of the match.

From what I have heard, don't use them for dryfiring. The rims break and you wind up with small bits of plastic in your action. They are only to safely check the function of a firearm. A spent case if the best for dry firing but it's difficult to chamber.

The next 2x4 match is the 22nd so I'm not sure I can get the whole weekend off.

When is it and which one is it? Is this the second Sunday meet up for clays? It will be tough this month as I have the USPSA match that Saturday. I have to keep up with the yard work.

Hello from nearby Parsippany. My $.02. I don't enjoy indoor public ranges. You should check Cherry Ridge and Shongum. They have more ranges, competitions and less crowds.

The total for the day was about 15 which is good considering the weather and the current ammo shortage. The next one is August 22nd and it starts around 8:00AM and ends at 3:00PM. I will post a reminder closer to the event. See you there.

Welcome!

I like full size and even longer. I own a Springfield Armory Longslide and a Glock 24. Both have 6" barrels. I find the recoil is softer and they sight more easily. You will find the compacts are hard to aim and hitting targets further than close range very difficult. I am sure there are people that can hit targets are longer ranges, say 35 yards, with a compact but they are experienced and practice a lot. I suggest you try the compacts before you buy. If you can't hit your target, shooting can be frustrating.

Welcoem aboard! "What has been your experiences with the licensing process thus far?" It depends on your town. Some are good, others vary from difficult to outright violations of state laws.

Good point. I was going to mention the 10/22 has an enormus number of after market accessories and dress up kits. That kit would be illegal in NJ since it has a collapsible stock and a pistol grip.

The price seems steep. You could buy a 10/22 and a high capacity magazine for much less. I am sure the 10/22 is a better rifle too. Of course, the high cap is illegal in NJ so what's the point of buying a $550 rifle when the 10/22 can be had for under $200.

Maybe Ramsey Outdoor or even Cabela's would have both but I would call first. I can't think of any other big firearm retailers that are left. Shongum is nice. I use the indoor range the most. It's been cool in there and no gnats to bother me. I like going on a rainy day. I don't feel guilty not doing yard work. In the winter it's cold but it beats outside.

I'm not sure I follow what you're saying. Do you mean the hammer is uncocked? I have to manually cock the hammer for every shot? Sorry, if I sound confused but I am. :? There is no hammer. The spring inside the bolt is cocked by twisting the bolt. Just like when you push the handle up, you are cocking the bolt. The front section of the bolt rotates to push the spring back. This spring provides the force to the firing pin to strike the rim. Once you have the rifle and you can't figure why the bolt won't go into the receiver, you will understand. There is nothing in the owner's manual that explains this so it's confusing as hell when you try to put the bolt into the rifle for the first time. Some people like to store the bolt uncocked. All you have to do to is hold the trigger down while removing the bolt and the bolt comes out uncocked and no tension on the spring. I would put a fired case in the chamber to prevent damage to the breech face when dry firing. Where do you shoot? I could show you at the range. I have not had a chance to shoot my CZs in a while. I belong to Shongum so I can bring a guest at no charge. I didn't want to pay for two memberships so I did not renew my Cherry Ridge membership. They charge $20 for a guest. "The Varmint model has a heavier barrel, but is shorter. Now, I really can't decide!" Think of this as your FIRST CZ.