RxBandit

I'm fairly new to the hobby myself and one of the reasons why I bought a .22 pistol is because it's cheap to shoot. Half of the fun in purchasing your first firearm is doing the research and deciding what you like, which includes going out and doing some shooting. Good luck from a new guy to another.

I like watching Philly play. But I can't stand Philly fans in any sport. As a Devils fan, I'm excited to finally watch some NHL hockey, but as a hockey fan I'm, once again, pissed at the short season. The problem wil be at the end of this season when this starts happening again, nobody is happy with the deal they struck.

I tried voting a few times, every time I did, the numbers changed drastically...so I don't think it even works right...

Being that I'm new to firearms, out of all the guns I own, my favorite to shoot is my Ruger SR22. Oh by the way, I only own one gun!

The only other range I've been to is RTSP and according to them, rapid fire is a shot followed by another shot within 3 seconds. By that definition, I guess double tapping would be considered rapid fire. And on that note, the guy that was shooting to my right, was actually practicing, two shots to the mid section and one to the head. The RO that day didn't say anything. I guess as long as you're not emptying a clip at a fairly fast rate, they won't bother you. But I'm not gonna be the one who's going to try to find that fine line haha Happy shooting.

One thing that I think he should've mentioned is that, I think, the Founding Fathers' idea was to prevent the government from becoming a dictatorship or a totalitarian monarchy. To avoid US citizens from becoming victims as they were to England before the revolution. Overall still a great piece of journalism.

I think you guys are simplifying a very complicated problem. The drug cartels in Mexico have a ton of money and influence on the bordering towns on the Mexican side. They are the ones controlling the smuggling of drugs, guns etc. They also control the coyotes who bring illegal immigrants into this country. The illegal immigrants themselves are guilty only of crossing illegally, to say they should be shot immediately, in my opinion, is wrong. The US government not only has to protect our borders better, but find a way for people who want to come to this country, to come in legally so they can became legal residents and pay taxes that in turn will generate more money which can be put towards, among other things, better border safety. I can't blame a guy who is seeing his family suffering to try to cross the border, when he knows he can come here and work hard and actually make some money, to be able to take care of his family. He knows what he is doing is wrong but he is trying everything he can to put food on the table and make sure that his kids don't become statistics of the cartel's violence. Either way, yes, illegal immigration is a huge problem and there has to be a way to solve it other than to shoot anyone trying to cross the border. I don't have a solution, but like I said, it's a much more complicated problem that I can even describe. Just my 2 cents.

I'm really happy to see that this place is doing well. Was there only once to browse when they first opened. Anymore news on the range? How much longer? Prices? Membership options?

Have been going to BH since I started this post, going almost once every week. Have had no issues with the range nor with the people. Have never been approached by the rangemaster because I try to follow the rules. Last week, while I was there, some guy decided to try rapid fire and was kicked out. Now some people will say that he should've just been warned, some others will say that the RM should've just let it go. I'm of the opinion that if you can't follow the rules, which are posted at every port, then it's up to the place to decide what to do. Overall it's been a great place and I'm glad it's there. Will be there tomorrow. Merry Christmas to everyone and have a safe new year! RxB

I just purchased my first firearm recently. Before buying, I had only shot a few guns, including 22 rifles, 22 semi auto pistol, 22 revolver, a 45 semi auto (wow what a difference!) and a couple of 12 gauge shotguns while skeet shooting (that was a blast). From all of my research I had made up my mind that I wanted a 22 semi auto handgun because, as a beginner, I felt that it would be best for me to start there and also the cost of shooting it would be low. After plenty of google searches (which eventually led me to this forum) and all of the help I got from people I know and the people on this forum, I finally purchased a Ruger SR22. I'm extremelly happy with my purchase and can say that the hobby is addicting. I try to go to the range once a week if I can and always enjoy it. My decision was based on my visits to several shops handling different handguns, the price of ammo for the particular firearms I was looking at and the reliability of the brands I was searching for. Do as much research as possible and definitely go out to shops and look at different firearms, handle them, ask questions at the shops and also here. In the end, it will be worth it. Good luck!

In my opinion, RTSP is a great range, the exceptions being the ventilation and their prices. If one doesn't mind that, it's just fine. The Bullet Hole is definitely the range for me though, it's much much closer to me (10 minutes at the most), it's cheap to shoot at (both range time and ammo prices) and it does the job. I've only been there twice to shoot so far and I choose my times wisely (Friday midday usually)...it's my range of choice for sure. I've been treated well there, bought a few supplies there this past Friday as a matter of fact and Jen was extremely helpful and nice. If I had a ton of money burning a huge hole in my pocket, I would open my own range yes, but I would certainly try to keep my customers happy and recurring by keeping my prices reasonable and my staff knowledgeable and respectful.

I just recently bought the SR22 after going through the same comparisons, went with the Ruger because it's 100% american made, eats up any ammo you feed it (which will keep cost of shooting even lower if you buy bulk), comes with 2 mags, comes with a bigger grip and finger extensions for the mags in case your hands are a bit bigger. Very happy with my purchase even though I've only gone to the range with it once. The only problem I had was with one round that didn't load but I took that round out and put it back in the magazine and it loaded just fine. Had a great time with it and can't wait to hit the range again this week. RxB

In the past 5 months I've been to 3 different places that have asked me to keep my FID on the counter, Luciano's in WP, Meltzer's in Garfield and RTSP in Randolph. If three completely unrelated places asked me to do it, I don't think it's something each of them made up, there has to be some validity to it. And as far as the US citizen thing, I don't understand that. You don't have to be a US citizen to legally own a firearm. A legal resident of the US can own firearms.

Yeah, my buddy and I both have off on Fridays during the day, so probably around 11am is when we intend to go, just happy that it's so close and cheap. Do they rent eyes and ears there? I only have one set and he's obviously going to need it.

I've been planning on bringing someone and wasn't sure how much extra it would be, that's amazing that they don't charge, I mean it makes sense that they don't, that would just be very greedy...but great to know...might become my home range afterall

Before buying my handgun, I went to RSTP to try it out because they have it as a rental, the whole experience cost me about $60 to shoot a .22 for an hour with 100 rounds, I thought it was a bit expensive but it was my first time at an actual shooting range. I still think the place is really nice looking and modern but renting was definitely expensive and the price for the gun I was looking for was the highest compared to all of the places I looked. I would go back and shoot there but only with my gun, my ammo, my targets and also only if they somehow figured out the problem with the temperature...The BH is not as nice to look at but I definitely would rather shoot there both because it's much closer to me and not as expensive.

great information guys, thank you very much!! will be heading to a store to buy cleaning supplies soon!!

i was there before you in port 2 around noon, im happy with the place and will be shooting there from now on, wish they had memberships

The SR22 did not come with a bore punch, i figured a cleaning kit would come with something...maybe not? As far as the CLP, should I use it just to clean and then use the Militec or Gun Butter for lubrication? Thanks again

Great experience, this is the second range I've been to, first was RTSP. I have no complaints! It's my second gun related trip to the BH and again a great experience. First time I was just looking at guns, while researching to buy my first. That time they treated me well and answered all my questions and offered advice. This time I went to shoot and again had great service and enjoyed myself. The guy behind the counter was polite and helpful and the RO just told me that the gun has to be in its case until you get to the port. Everyone did their job well and I was actually very happy that it was nice and cool in there. Yes RTSP is big and new and all but it was roughly 345786 degrees in the range, oh yeah and it's an hour away...the BH is about a 5 minute drive. Really hope others have good experiences there, I know the place is small and the range isn't the most modern but for me (a new gun owner), it was everything I wished for haha. RxB

New guy here, bought my Ruger SR22 last week, took it to the range today, put about 100 rounds through it, it was perfect (those pieces of paper didn't stand a chance!) My next move is to get the right stuff to always keep my gun clean... I've read a few different things regarding gun cleaning, some say to go a few hundred rounds (especially with a new gun) and then clean it so that it breaks in better and others say to clean it after every range trip. Ok well what do you guys think? And what am I looking for as far as cleaning my pistol? Should I buy a kit or buy things separately because they're better quality? Thanks in advance RxB

Thanks for all of the answers, I'm married but we don't have kids yet and kids don't come over, the reason why I was asking is because I've read a few places to keep them separate from each other, even the manual of the gun says to keep them separate, but I want to have them both locked and I'm not about to go out and buy another safe just for ammo...when I have more guns and need another safe then maybe I'll consider that. I'm not really worried about break ins, although I know they happen and I know that what I read in the police blotter in the local paper isn't everything that is happening out there, but I guess the best thing to do is maybe keep one mag loaded in the safe but maybe not in the gun for me, but if I need it, let's hope none of us ever do, it will be there almost ready to go. Thank you again

So far, much of what I'm reading says to store your ammo separately from your weapon...I understand the safety concern that if someone can get to your gun now it is also immediately loaded... So where do you guys store ammo? I would prefer to store it in my safe with the gun since it is a biometric safe and a "safe" place to keep it, but apparently it's a no-no. Suggestions? Thanks in advance RxB

Stokes State Forest is probably one of the best places for trout in NJ (my opinion of course)...the Big Flatbrook is mostly fly fishing for most of the year but there are some areas that allow spin casting. Another good spot for trout is Ken Lockwood Gorge, beautiful place also Lake Hopatcong has many different types of fish but a boat is pretty much necessary, there's a marina that rents boats, I think the cost is about $65 for 4 hours of use, including a motor with gas and whatever is necessary to comply with the law. I'm not 100% if you need a boating certificate from the state, but all the times I rented, I've never been asked.

Here's a question, I own a pick up truck, I have a small case for my handgun which I intend on putting into my backpack, should I carry ammo locked in the glove compartment and mags in a separate compartment of the backpack? Or mags locked in glove compartment and ammo in a separate bag altogether?? And on a separate but related subject, what do you guys usually use to cut the foam on your cases? Thanks in advance RxB (Just bought my first firearm and still green behind the ears)