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Okay, thank you. I was confusing aiming with hip shooting. Point shooting sounds more practical with a shotgun at close range. thx

I am considering the purchase of a Mossberg 590A1 (I do not consider myself experienced with firearms and I really like where the safety is despite my desire to add a pistol grip). I have never fired a long gun. I have two basic questions: 1) I like the ghost ring sights (mainly just for fun at a range shooting at 70+ yards). Do these sights interfere with the 590 being used in a home defense situation? After reading numerous internet posts I am convinced you have to aim a shotgun, but I wonder if the perfect sight picture with ghost ring sights might not be practical in a 20 foot defense scenario. 2) I would like to add a Knoxx recoil reducing stock, but I heard you have to remove the stock everytime you take the trigger mechanism out. Is this true? I read one post claiming this to be the case and could not confirm it elsewhere on the internet. Thank you, Joe

You are not kidding. I only have a g23 but stories like this have me looking at a Mossberg 590A1. I don't consider myself to be an alarmist but there really is a need to be equipped. Plus it is fun as hell to go to the range!

The Katadyn water filters work great. I used the Pro Hiker (formerly Pur before the acquisition) when I hiked the AT and also for many extended backpacking trips is CO, AZ and UT.

I appreciate the replies and I am glad to see we can at least carry in our own NJ home. I am a little apprehensive about carrying, but I will do it. It will be my first time, it is a Glock 23 (no traditional safety) and I will carry one in the pipe. I need to look into a new range b/c the Pocono Pistol Club will not let you draw from a holster unless you go on tactical night which is too difficult for me. I always carry a folding knife (even in the house) and like the flashlight idea. Although, I should probably give the knife to my wife. She was raised in the Phillipines and she could filet him like a fish better than me. Thanks again, Joe

My wife and I are going to place an ad on Craigslist to sell our home. I will not know these potential buyers at all. Am I allowed to conceal carry my handgun in my home? Also, I would appreciate any comments / concerns about this. I have no formal training with drawing from a holster, but I have done it many times with snap caps. I pretty much don't feel comfortable letting these potential buyers in my home without carrying. We are obviously trying to save the real estate commission, otherwise I would have a broker "qualify" these folks. Thank you, Joe

Okay...thanks for the information. Joe

Hi, Does anyone know if the RONI is legal in NJ? It has an adjustable stock so I believe that along with the pistol grip might be an issue. Thank you, Joe. http://www.caatactical.com/viewProduct.asp?ID=267

My preference would be for NJ to adopt a moderate version of the Castle Doctrine that would not require us to retreat from our own home and exempt us from civil lawsuits as well. As for the CCW...$500 is steep. I think it is punitive. So they recognize there is a need to level the playing field (give law abiding citizens protection against the thugs with weapons)but will only give it to us for a high price. Translation: We recognize there is a problem and you could be in severe danger, but you have to pay to remain alive. Pathetic. There should certainly be a fee to attend courses and qualify and other administrative work, but $500 seems steep.

Thanks. I just came back from Ramsey Outdoor and the guy there was extremely helpful. They had the Mossberg with collapsible stock and pistol grip, but the stock was not comfortable. It sure does look cool though.LOL I have some thinking to do about the stock, but at least I am 100% confident it is legal. thanks for the help. Joe

Hi. New to the board and looking to purchase first shotgun (home defense only). I went to Dick's today and I was told a collapsible stock with pistol grip is not legal in NJ b/c it has 2 of XXX number of criteria making it an assault type rifle. After searching this website and seeing pics of the above subject it appears fine. It also appears the criteria applies to semi-auto shotguns and not pump shotguns...is this correct? If so, does anyone know where is a good place to buy one? Preferably in nortern NJ. I saw it on Budsgunshop.com for $386 plus any fees charged by the local dealer...just never bought a gun over the net and not crazy about the idea. Thank you, Joe.