podmannj

I went down this road less than a year ago. Now I have both a semi and an O/U and each has their advantages. My son uses the semi. My first clay gun was a beretta 391. Is cheaper, has much less recoil and is more versatile than an O/U. Save the money until you are sure you are really into this sport. There are a couple of things to note about clay guns. these days 30 inch are longer are the norm for trap and sporting clays. Skeet is shorter but 30 inch is the typical length. A field gun will work, not it is not the same as a clay gun. a clay gun has changeable chokes and is heavier and has a midbead - all important for clays there are some people who get irrated by the flying shells coming out of a semi at trap. Therefore if you are going to get a semi, geet one that has a t and s shell catcher available http://www.tandsshellcatcher.com/ they work great

For clays get the Beretta 391 Urika 2 Sporting it is the best all round clay semi auto will also cost closer to $1k than 2k http://www.berettausa.com/products/al391-urika-2-sporting-x-tra-grain/ a couple of reasons 1. it is a beretta (enough said) 2. it is the most popular clays semi auto 3. it is very soft shooting and easy to use 4. parts are very readily available 5. tands shell catcher is available for when you shoot trap to catch the shell and thereby not bother the guy next to you 6. it is a great gun, I have one for over a year and love it 7. you will never regret it you could go with the A400 (more money, not any better) you could get the kickoff recoil reduction (OK but not really needed)

Sorry if this is a dumb question or has been answered many times before: 1. are there any fire department regulations limiting the amount of ammo you can have in your house? (not reloading supplies) 2. are there any regulations on how to store ammo? Do we need to do anything special? Do they need to be kept in a gun safe? 3. What would happen in a fire if I had 1000 rounds of #8 shotgun ammo or a few hundred rounds of 9mm? Is it a danger to my neighbors? thanks

They definitely sell shotguns at the Beretta store in NYC. Prices were actually reasonable. they have every beretta there

I am also interested in taking some trap lessons anyone have any experience with the above instructors? How much do they charge? Please PM me the name of your "private guy"

if you are looking to use the gun for skeet, a semi auto might be better. I would recommend a Beretta 391, or one of their family of sporting semi autos. though it is more expensive than a Mossberg 500 or 870

which outdoor ranges are open to the public that allow steel targets? are there any that provide targets? not really up to any competitive shooting yet.

Forgive me if I do not use the right terminology. I am getting bored putting holes in paper and looking for other alternatives to shoot my handguns. Where is there can we go shoot steel gongs or other targets, that is open to the public. Do you need to bring your own targets? I live in Essex county, normally I go to RTSP thanks for your help in advance.

Any been to Pocono Manor Sporting Clays recently? How is it, would you recommend it? Thanks

Is Hudson Farm open to the public? they do not say much on their website

Thunder mountain is a great place for trap and skeet. They do not have sporting clays or 5 stand to the best of my knowledge

potentially, what places in the poconos?

I got the bug to go sporting clays shooting. Which places are open to the public that are closest to northern NJ? I know about Lehigh Valley Sporting Clays -(wher we ent and which I think is great), but hoping for something closer. Thanks

In general I have found the people there pretty good and helpful. They are not fond of semi's ejecting the shells all over the place. that is true. But you can get a shell catcher or use a pump. There have times when I have gone when there are only one or two people per stand, a couple when I was alone. The people try to be very helpful, they all gave me tips and advice the help me along. They are serious about their trapshooting but they do try to encourage new commers as well. I do not think anyone should be scared off or hessitate at all from trying the place out.

I have gone there several times, its a great place. I am no pro, actually just started this year. price is $7/round of 25 clays for non members and $4/round for members (membership is $150/year). To me this is a reasonable price compare to what I have seen elsewhere. nice place, very convenient open Tues-Thurs, Sat and Sun, closed Mon and Fridays People are very accomodating, I went there just starting out trap shooting. Everyone is very serious there, but willing to help the new guy out There are alot of guys with very expensive guns. I use a semi with a shell catcher. another good place further north is Thunder Mountain, they have trap and skeet and you can rent a gun there, but it is at the very northern tip of NJ. They have instructors who give pointers. I went there my first couple of times, since then I have go to North Jersey Clay Club. Not sure when I will go next, but will try to PM you.

what about a PX4 subcompact?

Sorry if this has been asked before. If I have a shotgun in my car (lets say on the way to the trap range) - can I make a stop for gas or lunch or whatever. I understand with a handgun, I can not stop anywhere - must go direct to range and back home, but does that apply to a long gun? thanks

All, Based on the above info, I am thinking about ordering a replacement D spring for my 92A1 I use this gun for HD, should that stop me from changing the spring? thanks

I bought ammo from targetsportsusa a couple of times. Good prices, but took along time to get the order. So if you can wait I think they are a good place to buy.

Is the opening date and location a secret? if not please let the rest of us in on it.

Which gun shops in the northern new jersey part of the state will work with you on a trade? I would like to trade in one handgun for another. A bit nervous about the idea of selling the gun privately. Which gun shop would be good to deal with and would not take too much advantage. thanks

just called my PD, said to wait until just before it expired and they would do me the favor of extending it once for 90 days more. Did not sound happy about it, but would do it Thanks

I have an open pistol permit that I would like to extend beyond the normal 90 days. What is the story with getting an extension? Do they have to extend it, or is it arbitrary? Also how long of an extension do they normall give? Thanks

does anyone have any info on this place? address, website, prices, open to public? etc. Thanks

I am looking to buy a shotgun for trap/skeet/sporting clays who has a good selection? Any recommendations? prefereably in north jersey I am not sure what I want yet, so I need to find a place that has a good selection between semi-automatics and over/under I realize that there are specialties between the above disciplines but for now, I am trying to find one gun that I can use for all 3. thanks for you help