keithco88

Is there a thread (or better yet a doc from the gov't or state police) that details the pistol permit process? I get told by my town after they receive my references back that they have "other paperwork" they send out and wait for. Reading across the forum and hearing that some ppl get permits in as little as 5 days that doesn't really seem possible assuming this "paperwork" goes via snail mail and not email or carrier pigeons on steroids. I'm a process engineer by trade, so I'm just trying to understand if anybody has documented the as-is on this process? Also does it vary by county or town? Sorry for geeking it up...this is really just ticking me off a little.

I was told by my PD that they're moving from the old carbon paper forms to pdf electronic copies. When I submitted my request I had printed and filed in the form from the state website and the bitter woman in records tools me I need two copies so I filed out another by hand in front of her. I'd I remember correctly the actual purchase permit last year was also carbon paper so if I had to venture a guess it's taking the army of pensioners a little longer to adapt to using something more complex and they likely need to support both doc types this year during the transition. Its no excuse but then you're taking then to court over being violated and losing like 25 bucks. We got any pro gun lawyers who think its worth a case if we bundled all the violations? The government imposes process efficiency guidelines on companies but live in the stone age themselves

Hi folks I've actually been posting pretty frantically over the past few days and have been getting a ton of valuable help & comments, so thanks for that. But of course I missed the intro section at the top because I was focused on my research, rude of me and I apologize. I've been a firearm owner for a little over a year and kinda caught the bug and have really tried getting into shooting. I currently own a Kimber Target Eclipse II (.45acp), a Ruger Mini-14 (.223/5.56), a Ruger 10/22 (22lr) and as soon as my paperwork comes in I'll have a Walther PPQ (9mm). Starting to look at doing some more shooting and training, specifically pistol and home defense type stuff so I'm actually prepared should the need arise. Started looking at some USPSA stuff and will probably give that a whirl. Anyway, thanks for the hospitality and hopefully as I get a little more experience I can say something intelligent to help out other folks. Talk to ya soon! KeithCo88

Has anybody ever had to take advantage of the Davidson's warranty, and if so what's your experience? I know most manufacturers have lifetime or something close to that for a warranty, and obviously they all vary in the quality, timeliness and courtesy of their service. Is there any benefit to the Davidson's middleman and added "new gun replacement" warranty compared to what we're already getting from the manufacturer?

Sorry, I tried trolling the other threads but couldn't find the answer to my question. What's the letter of the law on carry knives in NJ, in length and function (fixed vs assisted vs auto vs manual folder)? I have a Spyderco Cara Cara 2 that I really like, but I'm pretty sure by the letter of the law it's illegal because of that whole "need to have it" or "intended use thing". Basically I need to be able to say I use it for work or I can't have it. This has brought me to just carrying my new Leatherman Wingman that has an external blade on it. Ain't sexy but it'd work in a pinch. If I found a sub 3" manual folder could I carry that? At that point is it even worth it? No I'm not trained with a knife, would like to take a class...but again only if the class has practical application. I don't want to take a class that practices with fixed or 4" folders when I'll never have that on me because if I get unlucky and run into a cop having a bad day it's not worth the risk.

awesome, thanks Maks

Hi folks Here's another video review for those interested. This one is for the First Edition with threaded barrel and night sights. I'll be getting the standard one in 9mm once my permit comes in and selected a custom kydex holster from pjholster.com. Paul was really nice and worked to help me decide if I should get it molded with or without the TLR-1 on there (he can do this for most guns). We decided without b/c it came back pretty loose if I ever wanted to use the holster without the light on the gun. As has been said, WaltherForums has some great conversations on this gun and Wombat also represents over there! I'll post pics as soon as everything comes in. Ordering some of the Magnum Research mags today and hoping to get setup for USPSA sometime in March/April. I know I won't be able to compete with the ppl that have true target guns, but I think it'll be fun just to track my progress and train/compete in a more practical environment than standing in a port.

Interested Thanks for the comments re: gear req'd. the one thing I didn't catch is # of mags required/recommended and how many pouches I'll need to carry them at once. any help here so I can do some shopping?

I've been shooting for about a year but looking to get into USPSA so I can try to track my progress and meet some other folks. From some googling I understand I can register for USPSA ahead of time and whatnot, but I'm a little fuzzy on the various divisions and what exactly I'd need to bring. I don't think I'll make it out to the Feb match (I'm hosting Superbowl on Sun so I'll be prepping the chili!) but I figure it'd be good to ask my questions now. If these are answered on a prev thread or someplace on the site just shoot me the link and I'll read there. All I've been going off of is the main USPSA site to this point (http://www.uspsa.org/uspsa-about-getting-started.php) 1) I've got a Kimber 1911 in .45 and will have (as soon as the PD gives me my permit) a Walther PPQ in 9mm. No mods to either, so I assume I can use either one? 2) Which division(s) are you running and which would you recommend for someone new to USPSA 3) How many mags/mag pouches will I need to have with me per stage? Might need to do some shopping in advance 4) Can I sign up/register for USPSA there the day of or do I need to do it in advance? 5) I've got a few buddies in the process of getting their NJFID and would like to bring them along to watch, is that ok? Thanks for the help! KeithCo88

Stopped in here to check it out. Was there at 2 on friday and the range wait was three people deep. Place is very nice, staff was friendly and helpful and the range was clean and modern. The only reason I don't think I'd go often is because they seem to already have more clients and/or members than they can handle. Kudos to them for being very successful, but not worth an hour drive if I need to wait an hour plus to shoot. Another plus: their firearm prices seem to be very competitive. I would buy there.

I've heard the cops still use the range I swore I saw a shop further out west in Bound Brook...but it doesn't show up on google and i'm not down that way very often. Is there a thread or other link (or does anybody know) what kind of zoning, permits, etc are required to setup a range? I just feel like we're doomed to drive down to Ft Dix or to PA to get a decent rifle range unless somebody manages to buy a farm and rezone it. And I don't see too many farms in Union county, or anywhere on 22/78 until you get out past Clinton. I've only been in the state for 5 yrs...but I'm not optimistic

Sorry if this has been covered, I did a search and didn't get any results. I moved to Union County about 2 yrs ago and I think Ray's was still open, then of course after I bought my first gun I drive by and it's closed up. Anybody know why it closed? More importantly, is anybody considering reopening it??? I dropped by at RTSP today and while the place is REALLY nice it's limited to 9 ports and they clearly already have enough clients to fill the place up. It was 2pm on a Friday and there was a 3 person wait! I think they're great people and they're doing really well, so I'm glad...but we need more ranges. There's nothing in Union County or Somerset County that I know of that doesn't require a club membership. Anybody wanna buy Ray's with me and reopen it? Provided there's not some crazy legal, structural, health, etc reason it was closed down. Just wanted some dirt and to hear if anybody knew of a range in Union County that might be in the works. I'd love something that supports rifles but I'll take a pistol range. Any worthwhile rifle range would need to be >100 yards and I just don't see that happening with the population density in this area. Sorry in advance if this turns out to be a crazy thread!

if anybody interested, the walther forum highly praised this local company. I emailed the guy (Paul) earlier today, will update if I get a response http://pjholster.com/ if folks have holsters by him with any reviews please share!

Anybody know of a hip holster for the Walther PPQ that accommodates a weapon light (likely Streamlight TLR-1)? I prefer to avoid leather if possible, but if that's the only option I'll do it. Also need a double (or single) mag pouch, though I'm betting P99 ones will work great here

not very scientific, but actual test of how 3 lights (nebo hp190, streamlight tlr-1 and insight somethinerother) compare. I'm just trying to justify the tlr-1 being 3x the price....yeah it's a whole hell of a lot brighter in the test though

Awesome advice guys, thanks! I'll pick up another stock and get some of that spray too

I've got my two rifles in an SKB 2 gun case that has locks on it. The case itself is hidden and the guns have trigger locks on them. I use this (for the time being) as a cheap alternative to a safe until I can drop the $800-1200 on an actual safe. My question is will there be any issue with leaving my guns in there for long periods of time? I've got one of those gun socks on one of them...just waiting to get another one. I take them out maybe once a month to shoot or just inspect...just wanted to tap the community wisdom to see if I'm hosing myself by leaving them in there. My question is purely from a firearm condition perspective, not from a "dude comes in my house and wheels himself out with my guns" perspective. Thanks for any help!

anybody seen/used this: http://www.amazon.com/ProTec-Elite-HP190-High-Powered-Firearm/dp/B004BNROME/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top this will be my first light for my soon to be new baby: Walther PPQ. If not this then i'll probably just roll with everyone else and get the TLR-1...but I thought I'd throw this in the mix to see if anybody had even heard of it

Thanks blue, and go giants! I'm a jets fan but giants for the next few weeks because I hate the pats. I wanted the laser because I don't wanna buy two pieces. This will also be my range gun and such so thought one investment better than two. Agree I prob wouldn't use the laser for hd

Is the guild guy expensive? I know their store prices have gotten pretty high lately

I have an embarrassingly silly issue I need help on. I bought tech sights for my 10/22 but I can't get the front bead out of the dove tail. I've tried every trick in every forum and youtube video I could find. I called ruger and they said they can't take it, they would just replace it with another bead..that's it. So does anybody know a smith that won't treat me like an idiot or charge me a fortune for this silly fix?

Blast! Now the question is can I make myself wait :-)

Anybody seen/held/used the new Streamlight TLR-4? I'm almost definitely getting the new Walther PPQ for HD and want to put a light on it. I was about to grab the TLR-3 but just saw they have a TLR-4 which seems like the 3 + a laser. Anybody seen it or read any reliable reviews? Even better anybody have it on a gun and given it a test drive?

Thanks Maksim - I just joined today so still getting a feel for this forum. Also just tried the "request price quote" tool so I'll see what leads that gives me. @evo03 - truly thanks for the offer, but I really want to hold the p01 in my hand and shoot it. i've been reading about it all day and i guess it's supposed to be a little lighter than the all steel ones, resulting in a bit more muzzle flip (though how much can it really differ with a 9mm cartridge) so I'd like to try the one I'm actually looking to buy. definitely thanks though...like that this is a forum of local friendly people fighting to have a hobby that seems mostly oppressed (but growing) in this state

I go here pretty regularly even though it's an hour away because the range is incredible and the staff are amazing. The prices are also much better than the NJ affiliated stores in Rahway and Branchburg...not sure if that's a PA/NJ thing or what. I've also taken an NRA class through them and it was pretty good...going back for some of their custom classes.