JayWilling

Short barrel 45 is a handful, but I enjoy shooting them. I rarely shoot 22 because it feels like a bb gun to me. For me 45 is my favorite handgun caliber. I don't own a Glock but I've fired several models many times. I think the 30 is a nice gun and is fun to shoot, but it is not small. It's like trying to hide a sandwich in your pocket instead of a power bar. I do have an XDS and I have carried it on trips out of state. The XDs conceals very well. I also find it a decent shooter, and I do go regularly and shoot a hundred rounds just to stay ok with it. As I understand, it was designed from the ground up for the 45 round so it handles the power very well, and it's one of the most balanced small pistols I've ever shot. Mine has been very reliable except for lead semi-wad cutters. It likes ball or defensive ammo. Trigger is fairly crisp and with the 7 round mag I can be pretty accurate. With the 5 round mag it can be accurate but it takes concentration. On the plus side, with the 5 round mag no one can see it on my person. Overall I'd say the Glock 30 feels like a larger gun. If you're looking for "different" the XDs is a better bet.

It's great...except none of us can carry.

Good luck. Any fight for our natural rights is a noble effort.

Thanks for the update, and for your continued persistence, skill, and resolve. I am a little concerned that at this point and late date, the AG thought that a derogatory letter of name calling and sarcasm is an appropriate response. It could indicate that there is general consensus that this will go away. On the other hand, the same response could indicate no real defense, which would be a good thing. I sometimes am overwhelmed by the utter corruption displayed throughout this case, but then when I look around and see how NO government seems to hold ANY govt official responsible, even for blatant criminal activity, it's pretty obvious that the whole thing is completely out of control. The govt seems incapable of following the laws, much less holding itself responsible.

Thanks for the update, and for your continued persistence, skill, and resolve. I am a little concerned that at this point and late date, the AG thought that a derogatory letter of name calling and sarcasm is an appropriate response. It could indicate that there is general consensus that this will go away. On the other hand, the same response could indicate no real defense, which would be a good thing. I sometimes am overwhelmed by the utter corruption displayed throughout this case, but then when I look around and see how NO government seems to hold ANY govt official responsible, even for blatant criminal activity, it's pretty obvious that the whole thing is completely out of control. The govt seems incapable of following the laws, much less holding itself responsible.

I think you're right.

The NSSF has contacted the ATF requesting they investigate violations of federal firearms and conspiracy laws by the producers. http://www.ammoland.com/2016/06/national-shooting-sports-foundation-calls-for-atf-investigation-of-under-the-gun/#axzz4AdKizWIY

I admit to being pessimistic about NJ rights. But I have to say that this article was very encouraging because of two things: It points out the vast contrast between NJ and nearly all of the rest of the USA with respect to how our rights are DENIED. Second, it brings up a valid consideration about the role of Congress. The fact is, there may very well be something that Congress can do, especially with the large number of court victories for CCW that have been more and more frequent. The importance and breadth of the Second Amendment are seeing the light of day and being EMBRACED by almost every state. NJ may never be a "good" state for gun rights, but there is a chance that, given the right backing, movement, and involvement in Congress, states can be forced to honor civil rights...it has been done for other civil rights. Good God, look at this silly transgender crap. There may be a way to say, "If you do not honor the basic, Constitutionally guaranteed rights of your citizens, you don't get the $$$, etc. etc.". In addition to the positive court developments, there is also, SAPPA, Party of Six, this new case with the military guy at the armory, plus Shaneen Allen and the other pardon situations....NJ is being made to look tyrannical and capricious. Maybe a LOT of bad exposure and press will help the situation. For me it's a similar feeling to buying a lottery ticket- I'm 99% sure nothing will come of it, but it's a small dream I can enjoy for a short while.

We have a few 4" revolvers that are accurate enough, but for a range gun a 6" barrel will make you feel a little better about yourself. I think there's no carry consideration here so 4-6 inches is my vote.

https://www.facebook.com/Rullo-for-Governor-2017-267153053320050/ It's not a big deal in his major announcements, but I've seen posts where Rullo is Pro Concealed Carry. Never heard of him, though. Is this a guy we can get behind?

I get how Zimmie is probably broke and has no options...not to mention he's probably haunted at every turn, but this whole thing is tasteless. Like what if the cop put the gun up for sale that killed Michael Brown? Would we all think that was cool and stuff? Some might, but I think it's tasteless and the more we embrace anything like that it makes us all look like drooling knuckledraggers. If I was Gun Broker or the other guys I would have dumped the ad as soon as I saw it. You take stuff like this and throw in a little of Ted Nugent's finest, and we've set ourselves back 20 years in public perception. It's a culture war we need to win.

I picked up a 2008 Chevy Silverado basic model about 3-1/2 years ago and it has been fine. It was low mileage though and I paid 16K- still a good price though. I tow a 10 by 6' trailer with it...probably close to 3500 lbs but not sure.

^^^^ That! Good price, good gun, 1911 platform...what's not to like?

Done.

Sorry, can't help myself, one more rant.... The GOP is going to stay home? Why, because the GOP pols have been such standard bearers for our values and so successful at passing great legislation and defending the Constitution, because up until this dark day they have produced such great candidates for President? GOP has been useless, ESPECIALLY since they gained control of both congressional houses. To the stoic "GOPPERS", you friggin' blew it!!! Sit down, shut up, and do what you have to do to keep the Hildebeast's hands off of our government and Constitution. If you don't you will get more of same, and I know I certainly don't want that. Evangelicals are pissed? I can't remember when they HAVEN'T been pissed! Mainstream is shocked? Maybe if the GOP pretty boys had come out and had something to say things might be different but they're NOT. I don't mean to offend, but I AM offended when I hear conservatives I know bitching about Trump and they'll have to stay home and knit on election day. Were the last several R presidents super conservative? Hell no. Reagan is a saint, but he wasn't elected as a super conservative. Trump said something un-PC about women? Oh, like none of us ever have? Trump spreads hate? That's why democrats go to his events and start fights in the streets. Trump made a dick joke? If you are a guy and never made a dick joke, turn in your weapons. I am NOT a fan of Trump, but HE is the only option for POTUS, the only opposition to the organized crime and depravity of the progressives in this country. THAT is the hand we are dealt. Conservatives, we are bigger than that. Get over it....the next republican president is not going to eliminate abortion, shrink the federal govt, and eliminate the debt. Get OVER it. It's time to make lemonade, folks. Time to push the button that sends a big F-You to Hillary and her band of slimy professionals. Assuming the lineup is as predicted, you are not a patriot if you don't take the information, the tools, and the choices at hand and cast your vote BASED ON WHAT WE KNOW NOW to allow the LEAST amount of harm come to your country. Any other action is BS.

I don't like Trump. He did some things in Atlantic City that were terrible for local folks...he put some out of business just not paying bills. The flip side of that is I know of two other business types, both graduates of Wharton, like Trump, who did the same thing to people they were dealing with. You go to that school, learn how to play power games, and that's what you do. Having said all that, Trump has performed a nearly impossible feat getting to where he is. His candidacy was a complete joke until recently (some may say it's STILL a joke), but the fact is he has arrived where he is with no (conscious) help from democrats, republicans, the establishment, the media, public opinion, etc. However, while they all thought he was a joke, Trump USED all of them. There wasn't an interview anywhere that didn't start with, "What do you think about what Trump said about...." They were all his handmaidens. To reiterate, I don't like Trump...maybe someday I will, but I KNOW I want nothing to do with Clinton. She is everything that is wrong with politics in this country and she is a criminal, so given the choice between the two, I would NOT vote for Clinton. On the plus side, two things. First, Trump has publicly proven that he knows how to get shit done. Hands down. So I will assume from that that he could be reasonably effective in the office. The question is, what is it he will try to do? My feeling, prediction, whatever, is that it is just dawning on HIM that he could be the next POTUS and could make history, and he WANTS that. I predict he will act less and less like t-Rump and more presidential. I think he knows WHY people are going for him, that it is driven from conservative circles primarily, and so I think he will align himself more to the right. Second, and I know I harp on this, I am a single issue voter. Flip flops aside, Trump says 2A is a good thing and needs protection, and Hilary says it's bad and wants our guns. The choice is obvious. If you want to apply your principles and write in Bernie or Cruz, or Ben Carson, or Rand Paul, you are fooling yourself at great cost, because we are in the fight of our lives right now and we have no good options, only hopefully bearable options, and only ONE option at that. Trump is scary, but he's not Clinton. Vote for Trump. Get over the drama and keep the progressives from slamming the last few nails in our coffins.

Sadly I think your assessment is accurate, particularly for NJ. Hopefully the millions of "normal" folk throughout this land can balance out some of this numb-nutz mentality, but I don't know how when the idiots are non-stop active in trying to change us for "the better".

Agreed. We are many here in NJ but we can't join together to affect races in every district. They only real shot we would have is at the Gov. level, but we still end up with the crap legislature.

This ... The correctly placed hammer spring acts as a detent to keep the trigger pin in place. If installed upside down (I've done it) the trigger pin can walk, causing auto-double taps. It's an easy quick fix to start with.

The Sig SP2022 is a DA/SA 9mm with decocker, no safety but the DA triggerpull is substantial. $450-500 range too.

Yep...given that the wife won't move 'till we absolutely go broke trying to live here, I have almost given up on the idea that I could ever CCW in my home state. NJ and DC will be the last places to "shall issue", going down kicking and screaming.

My simple fix is to use friends who like to shoot as references.

I have the latest version of the Alien Gear hybrid for my CZ Rami...not leather but neoprene and kydex. I haven't used it much but it's very comfortable. The Crossbreeds work very well.

I have the CZ Rami which is my favorite 9mm. Also have the XDS in .45. I happily carry either one every chance I get, although I think the Rami qualifies better as "different".

Not my color, but WOW...looks sharp.