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I thought about that, I have a really comfortable and relatively cheap pair that I wear all the time to do work around the house. I wasn't sure if there was a different spec on the shooting glasses vs. standard safety glasses.

Would prefer ear plugs opposed to over ear protection (but would still like a pair). I have a box of really comfortable foam earplugs from my motorcycle days, so I really just need over ear protection, and a nice pair of clear lenses. Anyone have any recommendations?

My new 92FS Italiano, picked her up tonight.

Welcome aboard from another Middlesex resident (Old Bridge) I think you will find exactly what you are looking for here.

I have to say... I have wanted a riffle ever since I was 16 shooting a .22 Single shot, bolt action away at hockey camp (long before the thought of owning a handgun ever crossed my mind). Seeing some of these beautiful riffles really brings back the desire to own one!!

PoorSoulInJersey, That is an arsenal.. Very nice selection!!

I visit this forum before checking out Beretta Forum on my hourly surf through the net. Have both forums on my bookmark toolbar in Firefox for easy access (How about a site favicon?) I do still like to go over to BF, I think it's more activity leading to larger amounts of information that gets posted, the large quantities of pictures people post, which all leads to having more time to spend on that given site. I do think this site has some major potential!! I think once it starts to really catch on it will most likely be my primary site for information and just sharing experiences etc. Not sure if it's just my perception or not, but it seems like the Gun Loving states have this fascination with pointing out the difficulties of getting firearms in NJ. Compared to what my brother in law is going through to get his NY permit, my journey was a cake walk!! I think another benefit of having a NJ Dedicated site, is the ability to have a group meet up and shoot, share the good / bad and ugly stories of different ranges and shops etc.. Just my .02 cents Tom

Well I enjoy anything that goes really fast. Basically into all kinds of motor racing but my favorites are Formula 1, Rolex Grand-am series and ALMS. Since we bought our house I have spent many hours doing work in it. Paying for someone else to do the work is not as personally satisfying. Looking back on a project when you are done and being able to say I did that with my own hands, is a great feeling.

Maybe a sticky in each section where everyone can show off their firearms, like in the Handguns section or Rifles etc?

I will definitely have to check out Lou's, I enjoy places where I can just shoot the bull with the owners. If anyone happens to stumble across a Beretta M9A1 or M9 please let me know. Those are 2 at the top of my shopping list right now. Not sure what I will get with my second permit though hmmm

Thanks everyone for all the great info, I have added all of them to my list of places to check out. Thanks Maksim, those 2 seem to be the most recommended, and since they are close together I will have to check them both out really soon. During my wait I tried to no be overly excited b/c I knew it would be a while before my ID card & permits came in. Now that they are in I am in full on I need to get moving mode

Welcome aboard..

Home Defense and Range / Target? As a newbie it would be great to have info of what types of ammo everyone prefers for either home defense or target shooting, preferable in the 9mm variety.

I was settled in for the long haul. A buddy of mine waited over 4 months for his, so I was excited it was only 2 months I only got 2 permits, 1 just didn't seem like enough though Thanks I will have to check them out. BTW thanks for pointing me in this direction from Beretta Forum.

Good to see a forum dedicated to NJ. I am originally from Staten Island, transplanted to Old Bridge about a yr and a half ago. I had shot a few handguns and riffles over the years, but this was my first time going through the process to get my own. Well I can now say the wait is over.. 2 months and almost exactly 1 week, and my firearm ID card and permits have arrived. Took in the mail as I do every other day, only today there was an envelope from Old Bridge Police. As soon as I saw it I knew it had to be my id card & permits.. wohooo Now I need to find a place to go look at Beretta's. Anyone have a good place in or around Middlesex or Monmouth counties? I am currently leaning towards either a 92FS or M9 (or M9A1). Anyone.. Anyone.. Bueller? See you around.. Thanks, Tom Z.