Old Glock guy

I've had one for several years, and I love it. It's accurate, reliable, and fun to shoot. But as has been noted, you will probably need some mods. I found it extremely difficult to get my head low enough to use the iron sights, so I had to add an RDS, which helps a lot. But then you need a mount that will still allow you to fold the gun. I would be happy to provide more specifics, if you like.

This gets proposed from time to time by a Republican, but it never goes anywhere.

It's disgusting to see what we have let our "instant" check system descend to in the state of New Jersey. We rejoice when it's only a day or two (after we have waited weeks to months to receive our permission slips from the government). I related in another thread how I walked into a gun store in Florida to do a transfer on something I had purchased, and I was in and out of the store in 15 minutes. Most of that time was filling out the 4473 and chatting with the owner and some customers. The actual check took only about five minutes, and when the store owner said, "You're all set," I nearly fell over.

Ha, ha! It always starts out that way. That was my plan as well, but fair warning: It rarely stops there.

Exciting news! So happy to hear that. That will be a game changer for a lot of us.

Possibly interested in a case or two if you can get it at that price, depending on geography.

Those kinds of stories of heroism seem to rarely make the news reports.

I support Active Self Protection. Great channel!

Good tip. Subsequent to my post, I acquired a residence in Florida and have had some pm"s shipped there tax free.

Yes, you were required to use a bolt action .22, which they provided as part of the entry fee for those who did not have their own. Most of the more experienced competitors had their own rifles.

I did the one at Cherry Ridge a few times several years ago. It was fun, but I haven't seen any new events in quite awhile. I sucked at the shooting part, so I have fond memories of going round and round in the penalty loop, strings of five shots, with one loop required for every miss.

I had never really given it much thought in my many years until I started on these boards 11 years ago. Coincidentally, the TV show The Best Defense did a season on prepping around that same time, and I stumbled onto the books and blogs of David Morris about the whys and hows of being prepared.

Sure hope that's true. As I've posted in other discussions, Shooters has a great selection, reasonable prices, and a friendly staff. I have purchased a few firearms there.

Added bonus of moving to SD: You have a beautiful governor!

Congratulations! And best of luck to you. It must be great to say adios to NJ's BS and start enjoying life in Free America.

The libs are all over the place on this one. The USCCA had to cancel my membership, because our esteemed governor has decreed that liability insurance for gun owners is "Murder Insurance." I don't have any links to this handy, but trust me, I'm not making this up.

Damn good question! I noted in another thread that I bought a rifle in Florida a couple of months ago. Showed my DL and Florida CCW, filled out a 4473, and five minutes later I was walking out the door with the gun. I paid a transfer fee because it was shipped from Atlantic Firearms, but I don't think there was a NICS fee like in NJ. Does anyone know if there is a NICS fee in other states?

Yes, I do. It definitely felt strange for a long time, after spending my whole life in the northeast, but it has become quite comfortable, both mentally and physically. We live in a very safe area, but you never know. The part where it gets tricky is when we go out and decide to sit at a bar for a drink, or to eat. According to Florida law, one is not allowed to carry in the part of an establishment that makes most of its money from the sale of alcohol. So while we often enjoy the lively environs of a bar or the surrounding tables, I will generally try to get us a table in the restaurant area.

As I mentioned in another thread, we bought a condo in Florida a couple of years ago, and have started spending some time down here. We have not become residents yet, but still are able to enjoy a taste of life in a free state with Covid sanity and everyday concealed carry. Yesterday I purchased the Zastava Arms ZPAP M70 for which I have been lusting. Bought it online from Atlantic Firearms and had it shipped to a local dealer. When I went over to pick it up, he asked me for my DL and Florida CCW permit (if I had one). I filled out a 4473 and a few minutes later, he said, "You're all set." Holy crap! No waiting days for an "instant" background check requiring a return trip to the dealer. In just minutes I was able to walk out with my new beauty. While I was there, a fellow walked in and asked to look at a handgun. He checked it out for a few minutes, then said, "OK, I'll take it." Same deal for him: DL, Florida CCW, 4473, and out the door in a few minutes with the gun. I should note that with the ready availability of guns in Florida, contrary to the hysterical fears of legislators in states like New Jersey, not only do legal gun owners not run around shooting each other, one rarely (like, never) even sees a gun. All that aside, the weather here has been great, the people warm and welcoming. On days when it's a little cooler, with temperatures in the mid-60's, when we can't sit by the pool or go to the beach, the weather is perfect for golf, pickle ball, running and working out, or just hanging out. Unfortunately, we have to leave "The Matrix" next week to return to Jersey for six weeks in the middle of winter, for some weddings and other family events. But we get to look forward to returning in mid-March for another 6-8 weeks. If any of you are down this way, be sure to say hi!

We went through there a couple of days later on our trip down to Florida. We had heard that the roads were cleared, but the area was still a mess. I-95 was clear, but there were lots of downed trees, and plenty of snow and ice just off the highway. We stopped in Fredricksburg (we had been hoping to make it to Richmond, but icy roads that morning delayed our start), and had a tough time getting a room. Seems the power was still out, so lots of locals were staying in the hotels, so I guess that's one way to prep. We had plenty of food and water, our get home bag, a winter emergency kit, and a couple of blankets. We really did not want to spend the night in our car, and were lucky enough to snag a room at a nice Hampton Inn. But I feel we were prepared in the event of trouble.

Lesson learned: Don't take legal advice from your LGS.

There's a big controversy about MTG in my house. I think she's beautiful, and my wife thinks I'm nuts. Other politicians I find beautiful: Kristi Noem, Kyrsten Sinema (more so now that she opposes the filibuster). Sorry to derail this thread with my adolescent mind.

Yes, I was going to mention that place. It's a fun store, with a decent selection, but I have not been there in a few years. Still, probably worth checking out.

I thought this thread had something to do with prostate health.

Wondering if anyone has ever been prosecuted for something like this?