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So I found myself at Dicks on Friday and checked out the prices on firearms(I should've known better). I wasn't really intending on making a purchase but I started pheasant hunting again this year and was sick of using a 12 gauge pump. So I saw a 20 gauge TR Import Silver Eagle on sale for $299 and figured "what the hell, it's a semiautomatic for half the price", It felt great in my hands/shouldered well etc. Its still at the store cause of NICS holdups but I can't wait to bring this thing bird hunting! Problem is that there really isn't much online about these guns yet, does anyone have any experience handling these things or am I gonna be the guinea pig?

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So I found myself at Dicks on Friday and checked out the prices on firearms(I should've known better). I wasn't really intending on making a purchase but I started pheasant hunting again this year and was sick of using a 12 gauge pump. So I saw a 20 gauge TR Import Silver Eagle on sale for $299 and figured "what the hell, it's a semiautomatic for half the price", It felt great in my hands/shouldered well etc. Its still at the store cause of NICS holdups but I can't wait to bring this thing bird hunting! Problem is that there really isn't much online about these guns yet, does anyone have any experience handling these things or am I gonna be the guinea pig?

Yeah Id rather not have to go the lawyer route I dont have a ton of money to throw in that direction. I fear thats what itll end up coming down to unfortunately.

Im in Edison thats a bit of a hike, anyone know anywhere else in the edison area?

So here is my situation, I got in some trouble as a kid and had to go to a school for kids who were trouble makers. In that school it was a pretty mandatory that the children saw counselors etc. I knew this was going to be an issue when I first applied years ago but I eventually got my FPID and a few permits between now and then (over a 10 year period). Anyways, I applied for a new permit and FPID card over 5 months ago (I thought I lost my FPID but it ends up that my youngest daughter actually hid my wallet on me lol). Today I get a call asking about my counseling history from when I was a Juvenile and the Lt. told me that the laws have changed and that if they dont find what they need in my folder that I may need to see somebody that can evaluate me and write a letter saying that I am not a threat to myself or others. (what the hell??) Yeah, I have no doubts that I can talk with somebody and that they will be able to see that my character is not in question but I kind of feel like this is a little screwy and outside of the normal scope of things. More or less what I am asking is should I be concerned or reluctant to agree to this? Has anyone else been through this sort of situation?

Oh I hear you, my biggest issue is that I just graduated and now am looking for a new job/career. Im pretty sure once I get one they will send me the letter sayin I have 90 days to pick up and use my permits. Good luck to me for finding a way to go pick them up during business hours with a new job (cause Edison only lets you pick up wed-friday during business hours). Oh and did I mention I already put deposits on the guns im buying

Working on 4 months in Edison ... seems not much has changed. I called a little over a week ago and was told mine is sitting on the captains desk waiting to be signed

I shouldve seen that one coming (do you see what I did there?)

Yeah, I cant complain .... Outside of the NICS hangup. On a side note, be careful when buying from Dicks, the guys at the store only had one of these on the rack and on first inspection it looked fine, when I was about to fill out the paperwork I noticed the barrel nut was cracked. When I brought it up to them they went in the back and got me a new shotgun out of the box. Im not sure but they might have even put the damaged firearm back on the display rack.

Thanks, I will be letting you guys know what I think when I get it out to the range.

So about 10 month later and I walked into Dicks yesterday and saw the SXP black shadow on sale for $269 I figured I cant complain at that price so I grabbed it. Its not at home with me uet due to NICS hold ups.

Well I hope I didn't shoot myself in the foot but I had to leave a message, doubt they'll even listen to it.

So about 2-3 months ago was the first time I had used the new electronic application process to apply for a P2P and replacement FPID. Naturally, I figured that the new system would likely move things along and I even asked the woman at Edison Police department if the process is still taking 6 months (believe it or not this has been the normal wait for me on all other occasions), she replied that it isn't taking as long. I am almost 3 months in and waiting. I guess I am curious if anyone else has noticed that the electronic application has sped things up, slowed them down or if it is still around the same time for receiving your permits? I am looking to start a new job by January and it will make it really hard to get out an pick up the permit while still in my 90 day probation period at the new company. So more or less, those who have gone through with the new application process, have you noticed a difference in the wait for your permits?

I was going to do this actually, or just buy a lower and build another AR instead. I definitely feel like I made the right choice by going with the 686 though.

So just to let everyone know, I did end up putting a down payment on a 686+ last night ... now the ball is in Edison PD's court about when they want to get my permit ready. Thanks for all the direction guys, you saved me from making and impulse buy.

I love the GP100 as well and its right there neck and neck with the 686 imo but the extra round really makes the 686 plus appealing to me .. and the looks/finish

Bingo on the location … and shhhh one of those might be mine!

LOL, its just too easy. I wish I could come across a lump sum of money and then spend it all on new toys. Id probably still want more though, it always seems like I just want two or three more than I have no matter how many I buy lol.

Not sure if you all go through this or not as often as I do but I always battling between 2 or 3 different toys when it come time to drop the coin. I was saving for my permit to come in and was going to grab a 686 plus but recently found out that my LGS got a few Saiga 223 rifles in. Here I am now wondering what to do, spend the money Ive been saving on the saiga or just keep its moving and keep saving for the 686. Pros for the 686+ I don't have a wheelie outside of my sp101 22lr It would be my go to HD piece They are GORGEOUS! I always want the 357 but always end up buying something else Pros for the Saiga I already have an AR in 5.56 so I already have the ammo needed I have a chance to get it while I still can (revolvers won't be banned anytime soon) I could use another rifle as my AR and my 10/22 are all I have now Its always a great idea to learn how to use a new platform effectively Any advice? As of right now Im leaning towards the Saiga just because like I said above, the saiga might not always be obtainable in this State/Country while I can always get my hands on a revolver in the future.

There is a nice sp101 22lr for sale in the classifieds

I can see that ending up all over youtube

So I am the guy who started the shield vs 357 thread and when looking the marketplace I came across this: http://njgunforums.com/forum/index.php/classifieds/item/3273-new-ar-15-type-nj-legal-pistol/ Now, this isnt the first time I have ever seen an ar-15 pistol but its the first time I have ever considered it MAYBE (still leaning in the other direction) being a purchase option for me. Does anyone have one? I imagine it may actually be the best HD gun you can have (as far as pistols go) anyway, I more or less was just wondering if anyone has shot one at the range and how does it measure up vs the 357 for wow and fun factors?

Thanks! I actually like that its a little bit larger so that you can get more fingers on the grip. I dout id fit pocket pistols in the pockets of these freaking jeans anyway (a total pet peeve of mine is how freaking tight jeans are nowadays ... Barely enough room for my nuggs let alone a pistol lol)