Notsobittybuddha

I just want to throw this out there, It looks like they're starting to get the membership cards under control (new ones anyway). I joined in July and got my card 2 days ago. Granted, i could be a lucky one and the older ones are still FUBAR lol.

I found what i wanted! (bought it a while ago, got lazy about putting up a pic) I ended up going with the Sig p226 Extreme. Already put 400 rounds through it at the July membership day at CR.

Here's an article about it, Apparently the cop is on indefinite suspension as of last month because of this. http://jalopnik.com/5823543/cop-threatens-to-execute-driver-over-concealed-weapon-permit

you need to use it as a gift certificate otherwise it'll keep giving you errors

I dont know if you guys tried the code yet (I'm impatient) but when I went to use it, only a $50 credit was showing up, this happening to anyone else?

It was probably a **** ton of tannerite.

I just joined yesterday too! I managed to get in some time at the pistol range early during the rain after going through the orientation, so it was nice and empty

I put mine in at 10:40 and got the SOL email

It doesn't necessarily have to be made up. There's other variables they may not have factored in or the results prove a correlation which they didn't interpret correctly. As exacting as they can be, there's always room for error. Also, the argument can be made that those in "free" america don't have to go through the hoops we do which can certainly attribute to the findings. Sampling larger populations is always difficult because there's no telling how skewed the results may be, especially with a sample size of only 15,000 representing tens of millions. I dont think it's slanted, egregious or partisan, they just need to work on a larger sample or do specific case studies.

Personally, i don't even bother with the built in uninstallers since they can leave artifacts behind. I stick to Revo Uninstaller (use the free version, it makes no discernible difference) which lets you get rid of everything fully. I'm not sure if it's going to fix an error though. It's possible that the file itself was somehow corrupted, so you could try repairing the game through the uninstaller and then actually uninstalling it.

On the topic of shooters, a controversial one has been announced, Blackwater, the game based on the mercenaries who were/are at the center of some pretty big controversies. http://kotaku.com/5810096/suprisingly-competent-blackwater-kinect-title-could-be-its-own-greatest-victim Thoughts?

I'm the same way, but the musings are that that probably won't happen. If they release certain in game items (skins, gear, guns) it'll probably be available as paid DLC, but not as a reduced price point service. Who knows though, its still a while before we'll see the final product which is looking at November or December.

Buddha was actually a nickname of mine in high school, so my friends got me this little "buddha in a box" kit as i used to collect them and it had an itty bitty buddha. Well, I'm not so itty bitty, lol, so it became notsobittybuddha.

I actually was just talking about this on a podcast im involved in (www.g33kwatch.com). COD: Elite is a paid service targeted at the hardcore COD players. It give you access to all the map packs (which you'll have anyway at this point), stat tracking and a form of social networking targeted solely at COD players. On top of that, they'll have monthly or even weekly tournaments. It's beneficial in the fact that the monthly fee, which is looking to be less than $8/month, is essentially a buy in cost for these tourneys. They're also touting crap stuff like avatar items and custom in game items. If you choose not to pay, then everything continues as normal, you get the same experience. BIA: FF is supposedly just a mini release and there's going to be another one soon after that goes back to a real Brothers in Arms game.

I got this from an NRA/ILA compilation "Non-residentsIt is unlawful for any person to carry, possess or transport a handgun in or through the state unless he has a valid New York license. (A provision of federal law provides a defense to state or local laws which would prohibit the passage of persons with firearms in interstate travel if the person is traveling from any place where he may lawfully possess and transport a firearm to any other place where he may lawfully possess and transport such firearm and the firearm is unloaded and in the trunk. In vehicles without a trunk, the unloaded firearm shall be in a locked container other than the glove compartment or console). A member or coach of an accredited college or university target pistol team may transport a handgun into or through New York to participate in a collegiate, Olympic or target pistol shooting competition provided that the handgun is unloaded and carried in a locked carrying case and the ammunition is carried in a separate locked container. Non-resident target shooters may enter or pass through New York State with handguns for the purposes of any NRA approved competition or IHMSA sanctioned match, within 48 hours of the competition, if the competitor has in his possession a copy of the match program, proof of entry and a pistol license from his state of residence. The handgun must be unloaded and transported in a locked opaque container. This provision does not apply in NY cities not wholly contained within a single county or to people with felony convictions. Possession of firearms by a person who is a nonresident of this state is lawful while attending or traveling to or from an organized convention or exhibition approved by the NRA, and in which the nonresident is a registered participant within forty-eight hours of such event, provided that the nonresident has not been previously convicted of a felony and further provided that the firearms are transported unloaded in a locked opaque container together with a copy of the convention or exhibition program, convention or exhibition schedule or convention or exhibition registration card. This provision does not apply in NY cities not wholly contained within a single county." http://www.scribd.com/doc/13624979/New-York-State-Gun-Laws

box of PMC Bronze 9mm (50 rounds) - $20 cleaning/rental - $15 per firearm (from what i can make out on the receipt) range - $25 so $120 total for the lot

I ended up there today for a bit and the hours on the door were pretty much open at 10 and close at 6, but Thursday and Friday they're open til 10. I tried out the beretta 92fs, sig p226, hk p200, glock 19 and springfield xd. Right now i'm leaning towards either the p226 or 92fs (felt better shooting than holding, but really light trigger pull threw me off completely) It's $25 to use the range and you pay for ammo that has to be bought from them plus a cleaning and rental fee per firearm used. They just ask to see an FID to use the range. It wasn't the most helpful experience if you have no idea what you want but they're not rude or anything about it either. The guy i was talking to/working with was cool about answering questions and gave some suggestions but the other two guys working (one was the manager/owner i think) didn't really seem interested in helping a newbie out with decisions but i'll chalk that up to an off day. We'll see when i go back to try some .40's out.

That's perfect! it's literally a 10 minute drive from me.

Thank you all for the great advice, i'll definitely look into it. I went to a shop the other day and ruled out a few choices. As much as I liked the look of some of them, my hands are a bit meaty and short to comfortably grip them. The USP, XD, p226, and now the Px4 are in the running as far as hand feel goes. I'll probably end up heading down to Shore Shot when I visit some friends in a few weeks to solidify my thoughts. I'm pretty much settled on applying for membership at Cherry Ridge but I have to wait until July until I can actually shoot there (boo waiting, yay for conflicting charity events) @ RecessedFilter - I was hoping that was the case with the courses. I'll absolutely take one before buying since I have a while left on the PP. I was looking at starting with a .40 that could be modded to accept 9mm, but I'm still doing some research into which ones have those kits readily available. @Jonathan19163703 - Midway has some great stuff! sure beats amazon shipping and some prices. @savageshooter - that makes much more sense. I was originally going to just get a slimline safe; something to hold 1 gun and some mags, but i have a feeling this is going to become as addictive as tattoos. @Maksim - I'll look into the other ones as well, thank you! @bLxZe - yes it is, i think. It's actually stolen from this: Fluffy, but i couldn't get it to fit with the words

Hi Everyone, Newbie here (not completely but relatively). I had some varied questions that were kind of answered in previous posts but hopefully i could get some fresh perspective/opinions. Luckily, I already have my FID and PP just aching to be used. 1. I'm going to be taking the basic NRA pistol course, but is it better to do before or after my purchase? I'm looking at doing it with NJ Firearms Academy but who do you recommend? 2. I've got a couple of of accessories pretty much figured out, any opinions on these or alternatives? bag- http://www.amazon.com/GunMate-Range-Removable-Hook-Dividers/dp/B0047T4J20/ref=wl_it_dp_o?ie=UTF8&coliid=I3T2IG4IAKHBML&colid=2NSFEPIPETWO2 ears- http://www.amazon.com/Howard-Leight-R-01526-Electronic-Earmuff/dp/B001T7QJ9O/ref=wl_it_dp_o?ie=UTF8&coliid=I1G2NCHYP4QF92&colid=2NSFEPIPETWO2 cleaning kit - http://www.amazon.com/Remington%C2%AE-Universal-All-Round%C2%99-Cleaning/dp/B000Q5SKA6/ref=wl_it_dp_o?ie=UTF8&coliid=I1HZOMMDMD5WRS&colid=2NSFEPIPETWO2 3. On the topic of cleaning kits, what liquids would i need other than a good solvent and lubricant? 4. I've shot a few pistols before (sig p226, beretta m9, desert eagle, glock 19) and have been fairly accurate (beginner's luck?) but I'm still stuck on trying to find something. I've been looking at a beretta 92fs, hk usp, S&W m&p40, and springfield xd. Opinions? 5. I've managed to be stuck in Saddle River (bergen county) and therefore am limited in my range choice. Are there any fairly close ranges that rent up here that anyone knows of ? Ideally, I'd like to try a few more pieces out and I'm not completely averse to driving a while but i'd rather not if I can avoid it. 6. Lastly (I promise), I've recently moved, but still have everything under my old address and can therefore still use my PP without worry (I think). Would I have to go through the whole process again of applying, fingerprinting/background checking, and waiting or is there some easier way to go about performing a change of address with the FID? Thanks in advance everyone! Sorry it was a wall of text, but I'm pretty OCD about everything and like to get as much knowledge on it as possible.