FlyersFan

Welcome to the forum, fellow South Jerseyan!

Hey guys, I was just wondering if any of you folks had any recommendations when it comes to bowie knives. I've wanted one for awhile just to hang on the wall with my other Alamo stuff, but don't know exactly which direction to go in. I'm not really familiar with the different brands of knives and was hoping you guys could steer me in the right direction. Thanks! ...and just to be certain, they are legal here in this wonderful state, right?

I really like my Bersa Thunder 380. It's in great shape and I haven't had a single issue with it! Can't beat the price for a reliable firearm either. I got it for $200 used. I'd highly recommend it, especially if you have an out-of-state CCW license - It's a great CCW gun.

My local PD always makes me pay $18.50 (money order) every time I apply for a pistol permit. Are they ripping me off 50 cents every time!?

Thanks guys, that's what I figured but wasn't really sure. And thank you BRaptor - It's a friend of mine who is moving from PA to NJ in the new year who needs the good luck though, not me. The only insane thing I do is vote for Libertarian candidates every election day hoping they having a chance at winning haha

I didn't know that Maks, but that's good to hear. We certainly don't need any more VA Techs or anything crazy like that happening with guns in the hands of mentally ill people, so I'm thankful that they check for that sort of thing when they run the NICS check. Aside from the whole institutionalized thing though, I think some people are afraid of seeing a therapist about working through general life issues for fear of not being able to own a gun. (Hence the reason I was asked this question the other day, haha.) I wasn't sure how to respond because I didn't know if someone seeing a therapist would show up on the mental health check.

I've got a question for you kind folks. I was asked about this the other day and I really didn't know exactly how to respond. I know we all go through a mental health check when we get our FID and pistol permits. What exactly does that reveal? If someone goes to a psychiatrist and, say, receives therapy for something like obsessive compulsive disorder without being prescribed any psych meds or anything like that, will that show up on the check and prevent that individual from owning a firearm in NJ? Or is it only an issue when you are on meds, or have been institutionalized or something such as that? Thanks guys!

Thanks guys, I appreciate all the replies. Our gun laws are so confusing! :icon_neutral: Paul, thanks so much for clarifying, and thank you for posting (and updating) that handy list! I've printed it out and have given it to quite a few friends and family members who have asked me about issues such as this, because it's quite helpful and informative! I had figured since NJ considered it a firearm, I had to consider it a firearm too no matter where I purchased it. Thanks again!

Thanks for the replies guys. Yeah, you're right PizzaBob, it does kinda make sense when you put it that way. I had always gone by this list that PK90 provided: 2. Long gun purchases by ....A. NJ resident from ........(1) NJ dealer = NICS check with a FPID, COE and Photo ID ........(2) NJ resident = face to face with a FPID, COE with Photo ID suggested ........(3) Out-of-state dealer = NICS check with a FPID, COE and Photo ID ........(4) Out-of-state resident = must be transferred through ............a. NJ dealer = NICS check with a FPID, COE and Photo ID or ............b. Out-of-state dealer = NICS check with a FPID, COE and Photo ID

Hey guys. I just got off the phone with the kind folks at Dixon's Muzzleloading Shop in Kempton, PA. I'm planning to make a trip up there to buy a flintlock, and wanted to make sure they had extra copies of the NJ Certificate of Eligibility on hand, or else I'd just bring a few copies of my own. But, I was informed over the phone that I didn't need to fill out the Certificate of Eligibility in order to purchase a Muzzleloading Rifle at their shop in PA. I had always thought that any long gun that is considered to be a firearm in New Jersey (BB Gun, Muzzleloader, etc.) had to be accompanied by a CoE, even if the purchase was made out of state. Can someone clarify this for me? I'm sure the people at Dixon's do a ton of business with Jersey residents, so I'm not questioning them, but am just making sure I understand things correctly. Thanks!

Thanks guys, I've heard a lot of great things about Dixon's too. I'll have to stop by next time I go to Cabela's. And yeah, there was a flintlock in the marketplace recently, but by the time I contacted the seller about it, it was already sold

Hey guys. I'm finally getting around to purchasing the Flintlock rifle that I've been wanting to buy for awhile now, but I'm having trouble finding places in New Jersey (at least around me!) that sell them. Bob's Little Sport Shop in Glassboro has some, but I'm looking for a new one and all they have are older ones that don't look like they're in good shape at all. I've been checking out the Cabela's and Gander Mountain websites just to gauge how much each type would be, and I know that Dixon's Muzzleloading Shop in Kempton PA has a great selection, but I'd much rather give my business to a local gunshop or FFL than travel hundreds of miles out of state to get one. The ideal would be a shop that has new ones right on the rack behind the counter that I could handle and see how they look and feel instead of having them order one for me I've never seen, held, etc. Any ideas? Thanks!

Wolfy, I have a Savage Mark II. (Not as fancy as the one on the link you posted, but a more basic model.) It's a wonderful gun. I had the fine folks at Bob's Little Sport Shop in Glassboro put a scope on it last year, and it is quite the tack driver at the range! Smooth bolt, nice trigger, and a lot of fun. I'd highly recommend it!

Looks like I've found something to use a pistol permit on...this gun looks like a lot of fun! Anyone have an idea of a ballpark price for these guys? There's one on GunBroker right now, but I'm not sure if that's an accurate price or not.

Welcome from your fellow Gloucester County resident, good sir!

I always say this is NJ's best kept secret when it comes to shooting ranges! No crowds, no hassle, and lots of fun. I usually get an entire range lane to myself, and oftentimes the only company I have on the entire range is local law enforcement.

Sounds like fun! I'm a total novice when it comes to competition, but I'd definitely be up for something like that.

Well, I just got back from Dick's. I ended up getting the Model 795 because it was more along the lines of what I was looking for right now. Lightweight, inexpensive, and very reliable from what I have read here and elsewhere online. The Model 60 will definitely have a place in my collection soon though - I really liked it.

Happy Birthday!

Thanks Maks and Tim. I'm still kinda debating between the two, but I'm glad to hear you guys have had success with both models. I think the version of the Model 60 that is on sale this week at Dick's is the wooden stock with stainless steel barrel. At least that's what is pictured in the ad. The Model 795 version they have is the one with the synthetic stock and blued steel, and comes with a $25 rebate. Decisions, Decisions!!

Hey Matt. Whenever I think of anything relating to the idealistic view of suburban life, I immediately think of The Wonder Years. That show is chock full of all kinds of representations of suburban life in the 60's and early 70's. I'm sure you could get a lot of ideas from that if you are familiar with the show. If not, there are tons of episodes on the net, especially on Youtube.

Hey guys. I'm thinking of going to Dick's tomorrow to take advantage of their sale on guns/ammo this week. I'm considering getting one of the semi-automatic .22's they have on sale, and am debating between the Marlin Model 795 and the Marlin Model 60. Anyone have any thoughts or experiences with these guns? Thanks!

Tony, that's a great idea. I really think there should be somewhat of a standard when it comes to the reference sheets/questionnaires instead of local cops making up the questions out of thin air.

Just an FYI, the Dick's ad for Delaware offers some different options and cheaper prices than the New Jersey ad. (Savage 64 is $10 cheaper, Ruger 10/22 for $199, etc.) Might be worth the trip if they have something specific you're looking for. (No sales tax too!)

Thanks for the responses guys. I was pretty taken back by those questions too. It's almost like asking, "Why do you think this individual should be able to exercise his right to free speech?" Or, "Why should this person have freedom of religion?" Oddly enough, I heard today that they even asked his references questions about his employment status. I mean, why on earth should the references have anything to do with his employment status? That stuff is already answered on the initial application. Simply stunning. It wouldn't surprise me if they starting asking for blood type and boxer/brief preference too!