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Criteria like these are a way to wire contracts to a particular vendor. For example, if the government wants a contract with Glock, but are undercut by Springfield, they might have a question like, "Do you include a minimum of three passive internal safeties on all models of all your handguns?" Everyone involved in writing the questions already knows what answers they want. Fullop probably went to the police to ask what duty weapons they wanted, wrote the questions, then went to moms against guns to get some publicity on "what a great step forward this is." Of course, that doesn't stop the media from playing us - the mainstream left: "Jersey City takes brave stand against the NRA!" The mainstream right: "Anti-gun politicians to choose department firearms." The truth, municipalities and agencies have been putting in questions into contracts for decades. They're about as conclusive as asking a politician his favorite float in the 4th of July parade.

We had a neighbor like this. Used to drive us crazy, every other night with the trimmer, blower or riding mower. Then we found out he had three shrill kids and a wife, a few dogs, and his in-laws had recently moved in. Still annoying, but after that we just felt bad for him.

Of course they do... everyone trying to get there is still stuck in Rt. 22 traffic.

Sorry - $250 - $500. Leaning towards Leupold VX-R 1-4 or 2-7. Nikon used to make a 1.5-6x42 for I think about $600, but it's discontinued. Some of the Vortex optics look like they're worth checking out, thanks. While I'd love a high-end Nightforce or an AccuPoint, I can't justify it, given the relative infrequency I shoot this rifle. I guess the question is, worth getting a lower-end 30mm scope, or just shooting irons and saving... decisions, decisions.

That's unfortunate. Races are a lot of fun and NY would have made great back drop.

I’m going to scope my PTR. Finally. I’d prefer a short 1-4 or intermediate 2-7 power scope for casual target / range use. I've done some research, but am no expert. What kind of compact, 30mm scopes are available? Only two caveats: First, the scope must be 11” or less to clear the forward charging handle. Second, I'd prefer a 30mm main tube, as I have a pair of high quality rings - but I can do 1" for a good scope. What do you have – or have experience with? Do you like it? What have you hunted with? Is there really that much difference between 30mm and 1"? Should I just buy an AimPoint and be done with it? Thanks; any advice appreciated.

I have a Bushnell TRS-25 on a Ruger 22/45. Watch the popular retail sites you can find them in the $60-70 range. Great little red dot.

PPK is the classic .380. Still on my short list, but my permits always seem to be spoken for...

Shot both, both are great, have a 686. Either is a good choice.

Congrats on leaving... only good thing I'd really miss in Jersey City is Caso's. Anyway, selling your condo?

Prices for 9 mm and 223 have been artificially deflated for a decade because the major manufacturers have huge ammunition supply contracts with the military. I think 22 is in short supply because for so long, people assumed it was a a dirt cheap round and would always be available for $0.05/per. I started stockpiling it long ago because it just makes more sense to buy the round I like most in 5,000 round lots. Also, part of the sales strategy for the firearms industry is the illusion of control. In reality, none of us have it; the people who do live in compounds or ranches (i.e. Bush, Kennedy) and have private armies. They don't worry about petty things like gas, ammo, medical supplies or food prices. They have staff for that. I'm a good Boy Scout and moderately prepared - but mostly because I enjoy it and want the comfort for short-term emergencies like Sandy.

http://www.freedommunitions.com/45-Auto-230-gr-RN-p/fm45r230r-b0500.htm Go up to the "In Stock Now" link - they have .45 ACP as of 9:00 pm tonight - $180 per 500. I've shot a fair amount of their 9 and am working through 500 rounds of this re-manufactured in my 1911. It's pretty good stuff; worth a try. I try to buy American whenever possible for the reasons in the original post.

Freedom Munitions did: http://www.freedommunitions.com/category-s/1820.htm Unfortunately, given the choice between decent quality US-made ammo from a small company that pays a living wage, or foreign-made ammo that's a dollar cheaper a box, most Americans will always go cheap. The same goes for all manner of goods.

The Nikon Prostaff 3-9x40 BDC 150 (this one) is a rimfire scope. I don't think you'd have a problem shooting either out to 200. Not sure how much further past that you can realistically stretch a 22 past 200, unless you're shooting rusty old cars or washing machines... which sounds like fun.

I was there last night near closing - great range, anyone in the area should check it out at least once.

Going on three years - still love it. Only thing to add is that any scope with a BDC is a lot of fun for 22's, since the round has such easy to calculate drop.

Not really; just a cheap shot at H&K for the infamous backward ammo catalog. Naturally a bit skeptical about the Boberg: they claim "25% more knockdown power" because it has 17% more velocity in a package 8% smaller than a Kimber Solo... Boberg also claims it shoots a 9mm with the recoil of a .22. That said, I love new designs and companies trying to innovate, and can't blame a company trying to hype a new-to-market product. I know nothing past the blogs and a Hickok45 video. Same as OP, interested to hear any firsthand experience - in particular, is it worth the price.

I think they stole the mag loading concept from H&K.

Thanks - I have 10 rounders that are all pretty old and if I add a second 75, I'm going to pick up a half-dozen new ones; will look into the pinned mags.

Nice pics - I recognized the custom shop model (I've spent enough time on their page). I've been looking for an SP-01 to accompany my 75-BD; with two permits left and those things rare to begin with, it'll be tough to pull off for this round. What mags do you run in competition - 10 rounders, or pinned?

This would make a great movie. Oh wait...

I'll try to make it to this one - showed up late, but still had a lot of fun.

NP, was replying to the OP's questions about Glocks - a G34 Gen 4 slide pictured. I've never done sights on a 1911.

Sights from XS came with a tool. It's made of aluminum so it doesn't damage the very thin screws. Here is the tool and a pic of the front sight screw on the underside of a Glock slide.

True – however, if homeless man is in legal possession of a said firearm in a state without or with a strict Castle Doctrine, what is his "reasonable” responsibility to retreat? And if someone sits on the bench, is that a home invasion? (To be clear treating this thread as a 100% hypothetical exercise)