Screwball

I only use the 4.9” barrel with the SGS compensator... I run the one I had shortened by a BerettaForum member to 4.7”, and then had an exaggerated crown done. Prefer it. It’s a barrel... if you run a suppressor, toss it on. If you aren’t, put the stock one back. Isn’t like you are putting cuts into the slide or something similar.

That’s un-American... Thought all you FFLs are making money hand over fist.

I can get some string and cups made up for you... if you have cash.

So, you prefer your money to go just directly out of the country? Whether or not you believe they are lying to you (how many “US” companies do this), Apple employees a crap ton of people inside the US. Their headquarters in CA employs a lot more than Samsung does within the US... and that doesn’t mention how many people are employed in US Apple Stores. Call up Apple support, you actually get a US based person on the phone. Samsung, in 2013, had about 275,000 employees worldwide. 3.9% (or 10,725) were in the North America... not even just the US. There isn’t any lying, especially when “Designed in California, Assembled in China” is stamped on the back of each device.

Don’t know... was actually about to ask the same thing. Back of the phone makes it abundantly clear.

I ran over an early iPod Touch with a Chevy 3500 cutaway dually... still worked, even though screen was cracked. But in regards to cracking... you got lucky those three times. We have 20 phones on our business plan (which I manage), spanning a good spectrum of brands/models. Murphy can break anyone of them... and I’ve seen it happen. To add to that, we have a lot more warranty claims on Android phones than iPhones. I am not sure which brand is the worst, but I do see a decent amount of them failing internally... no signs of major abuse, cracks, and mostly all inside cases. Just not working anymore. And iPhones have been waterproof since the 7s. I run mine in a Lifeproof case mainly because if it gets into literal s***, I’m peeling the case off and tossing it. voyager9, I am familiar with them. I had to deal with my boss’ original X. When they first came out, the move from TouchID to FaceID throughout apps was terrible! He had to use two phones (think it was the 7 Plus back then), and eventually gave the C to his daughter-in-law, and got the 8 Plus. The new Xs are likely better (he got one of them, and likes it now)... and it will continue to improve over time. But I got a 256GB 8 Plus that is paid for... I’m not upgrading the phone until I have to.

Not considered a firearm... so, yes. That being said, if you are worried about it... I’d write out a bill of sale for it. And again, confirm you are good to go in regards to legality. Like the silenced blackpowder rifle and the shotgun example I made prior... somethings are just illegal due to NJ law.

iPhone guy... However, I’m not too fond of the X line. I started on the 4, and currently have an 8 Plus. Main reason... home button. I personally like it, even though it technically isn’t a button. Eventually, I’ll have to make the switch... but going to push it as far as possible. I tried Android, but not as intuitive as iOS. And with iPhones, there are changes as iOS progresses... but it is never a huge jump where you get lost in the update. Seeing people with Android, updates aren’t as similar. I do like iTunes, and especially the AppStore. Backup is streamlined, and most of my apps are setup in a way that I really have no issues. Audio works well with my current vehicle (2010 Chevy Malibu), and the next truck (2019 Chevy Colorado) will have Apple CarPlay. Will also save me a few hundred for skipping navigation, since CarPlay can utilize Apple Maps. Supposedly, the wireless charging works... but if not (if the size of the phone doesn’t allow it to connect), cord works. Whatever security system I get will have some sort of iPhone integration, so all my bases should be covered. One thing, I don’t push iOS on people. It’s like arguing brands of any object you want to use... vehicles, guns, etc. If it works for you, use it.

That and conversion cylinders don’t make the frame stronger. Don’t expect to shoot .357 Magnum out of one. You'll either go with a lower caliber, or have to shoot Cowboy loads through it. I had the same idea to get into one, and convert... but the costs don’t make it worth the hassle.

You can legally buy a blackpowder pistol or long gun out of state... and transport it back. Cabela’s is a perfect example of a source, but you must go there to get it. Just follow all NJ transportation laws... such as not leaving a pistol in your car as you go out and get groceries. However, it is not legal to have one shipped to NJ... unless it is going to a FFL, and you are using a pistol permit to get it. But it must also comply with NJ laws. Example... Cabela’s offers a 20 gauge blackpowder shotgun, with a barrel under 12”. Federally, it is ok... as it isn’t really firearm, and definitely not a shotgun. Can’t be a short barrel shotgun (which would require a tax stamp in other circumstances; a modern shotgun). NJ considers it a shotgun, and state law has shotguns under 18” barrels illegal (lumped in with stocked pistols... even if exempted from a SBR tax stamp, and other short barreled rifles). It is truly funny, as the shotgun shell “firearms” were viewed as ok by the NJAG, but a blackpowder shotgun is not. Same with BB guns... like that one with that deadly “silencer” on it. Converting it to a standard cartridge isn’t a big deal... since it is already a pistol in NJ’s eyes. Could you get jammed up from it (having the revolver, not the conversion)? Maybe... but just keep the receipt so you can prove where you bought it.

I’d ask two questions; how set on 9mm are you and any chance of leaving NJ? If 9mm is not a definite, 30S gives you .45 in the 19 size. I have most of my holsters made as 30S holsters, but quite a lot of 19 holsters fit it. With the pinky magazine, you are right at the limit... and doing the Pearce base, it will feel like a Gen 3 19. Want a little more compact, 9 rounders are more flush fit. And if you leave NJ... 13 rounders are an option. 9mm... I’d go either 17 or 34. I lean to 34, as I like the longer slide/barrel/sight radius. 10 rounders... I’d suggest Magpul magazines (they do them for the 19, as well). And same thing as mentioned in the last paragraph... leave NJ for someplace better, and you just get new magazines. The 48... you are stuck with the capacity and it isn’t a standard like the standard 17 magazine footprint. People use the 9mm Glock magazine for A LOT of fun stuff.

Was going to mention it in a new thread, but with the current version of Safari on the current iOS build (iPhone 8 Plus), when you hit Mark Site Read... doesn’t refresh the page.

And FFL-03 to FFL-03.

A 9x in .45 likely would be in the Desert Eagle size range. Might get under crew served weapon... but definitely larger. But it really was just a grip sleeve... frame itself was alloy.

TidePods...

Says the man in PA... And I’ll save the next guy to follow up with me going to ME.

When is this realistically going to happen? Before 3/30? If so, you could put me in the hat. If not, unable to.

Yep... CBP put out pretty specific requirements for their new sidearm(s). Polymer... three sizes (can be chassis, but must have compatibility across sizes to an extent)... 9mm... optics ready. Figuring Glock and SIG submitted. Beretta APX fits the bill, and the newer S&W M&P seemed close to meeting the specifications. Heard H&K and FN being mentioned... but not familiar with their lines. I’ve heard enough good about it that I’m interested. Personally, I’d like to see it come in above the P320... if submitted (after losing the military contract, I’m sure Beretta is submitting to every contract that comes up). Even if it doesn’t win, CBP likely is authorizing one or two other pistols that passed... giving options for personally owned duty sidearms. Guess I would like to just see Beretta back in the hat again.

I’ve said it at other times... decocker, I prefer slide mounted. Safety, frame mounted. Glad to see Beretta put out the frame safety model again... but to be completely honest... absolutely zero interest in it. I actually have a lot more interest in the APX over that (in hopes it made it through the CBP trials). My SP-01 fits the bill well enough. The only 9x model I may consider if they brought it back... the Type M (single stack). Wanted one for years, but didn’t want to get another handgun where I’m paying $100 per magazine. Do that, allow it to be compatible with the G conversion... and they can take my money.

That first sentence is a whole other discussion... but why? Because most states and Federal law say it is. There is a handful of firearms legislation I disagree with... going back 85 years... but guess what? I still have to follow it. Sorry, but potheads have to do the same... and get jammed up when caught (not as big of a deal in most jurisdictions... unless you have a substantial amount). But big difference between the two fights... one has a Constitutional Amendment regarding it. Marijuana is legal in Maine... when I went up, there wasn’t chaos/anarchy. In Houlton, didn’t see anyone smoking it... neither in Bangor (but to be fair, I didn’t look that hard in Bangor). Canada legalized it the day after I accepted my position with CBP. They just talk funny up there... but they always did. But I know I’m going to have headaches due to it, as it is illegal to cross an international border with it. For the rest of the post about prescription drugs... they are being prescribed. You actually are arguing two very different things; legalization of marijuana and doctor abuse of prescription based narcotics (well, I’d call it that when they prescribe something so addictive right from Jump Street). For your first complaint... you’d have to have Congress agree to remove marijuana from the Schedule I narcotic list. Have good luck with that... because they can’t even agree on something that was widely supported under Obama. The second... you’d have to have procedures be changed with the FDA. Again... best of luck with that. Handyman did give a link to specific complaints that can be made on the state level. And as also mentioned, legalization is just going to increase prices... at least in regards to legal marijuana. “Wait? It’s all legal!” Well, if the government legalizes it... they are definitely going to tax it. Moonshine might ring a bell (legal, until you move to sell it). So, you’ll still have illegal dealers... and probably jurisdiction would be transferred over to ATF. And depending on tax rates, you’ll have an increase in illegal dealers to make more money.

So... Ranch marks their clips TK? But noted, you like Ranch Products.

So, Ranch is going to pay me $4.62 for each clip I pick up? S&W sells their clips for $1.38 each.

That was pretty much the only conclusion I could make, with the lack of head spacing in the cylinder caused the failures. Don’t know who makes Ruger’s clips (probably Ruger), but they are stainless with the cut between the cases. Just looked at Ruger’s website... 0.32”. TK clips are a smart choice... and they even are supplying clips for S&W (the .45 ones I ordered from S&W for my 1917 are marked TK). I also never had an issue with my older S&W J-frame 9mm clips. I got a stainless clip from Revolver Supply... which is thicker than the OEM ones. I just rather stick with the standard ones, instead of testing the stainless... and then stocking up on them.

Just saying what I saw...