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Yes, there is bluing in the dent there which is why I thought it happened during manufacture. I'm going to give them a call Monday and I'm hoping for the best.

I found a Ruger Forum where someone else had the same issue from the factory. They were able to get Ruger to pay shipping both ways for the barrel and it was replaced. I filled out the online service request and they said I could send it back, but made no offer to send a UPS shipping label. I'm going to give them a call tomorrow when their service dept. is open and see if they'll cover the shipping cost. My question is, does this appear to be a factory defect, or is it possible the shop I bought it from caused this damage? I can't imagine that Ruger would let this leave their factory this way, but like I said I was able to find a picture almost identical to mine at the Ruger Forum.

I just purchased my first rifle, a Ruger 10/22 carbine and was finally able to bring it home yesterday. When I looked it over in the store, I didn't look that closely at the muzzle, but when I brought it home it there is a pretty clear imperfection on the flat surface of the muzzle face. It doesn't seem to continue into the beveled section leading into the barrel, but it is close. My question is whether or not this is a big deal. I haven't had an opportunity to fire it yet, and probably won't get to the range until next weekend at the earliest. What do you guys think? Also another little imperfection towards the edge, but its the big one leading toward the inside of the barrel that worries me.

They also have Glock 19 15rd mags, just picked up two.

Just heard back from Home Defense Site. The certificate is not valid for FL CCW, but they said they can help add a qualification sheet to the application. I'm not exactly sure what they mean by that. They also said I can use my firearms at their place, but did not mention whether or not the class has a live fire component. I purchased it for the FL CCW training figuring I could get a deal, so I'm going to cancel the order and just go through GFH.

Wow, I didn't even think there might not be a live fire part to the class, thanks for pointing that out. I emailed and asked them if I could bring my own firearms and whether or not this could be used for a Florida CCW application. I'll update with their response. Good thing Amazon Local has a 30 day refund policy, no questions asked.

Florida law requires you to submit proof of competency with a firearm in order to qualify for a concealed weapon license. A copy of a CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION or similar document from any of the following courses or classes is acceptable: any hunter education or hunter safety course approved by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission or a similar agency in another state; any National Rifle Association firearms safety or training course; any firearm safety or training course or class available to the general public offered by a law enforcement agency, junior college, college, or private or public institution or organization or firearms training school, utilizing instructors certified by the National Rifle Association, the Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission, or the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services; any law enforcement firearms safety or training course or class offered for security guards, investigators, special deputies, or any division or subdivision of law enforcement or security enforcement; any firearms training or safety course or class conducted by a state-certified instructor or by an instructor certified by the National Rifle Association. The copy of the training certificate/document must be clear and legible. The certificate/document must include your name, your instructor’s name, your instructor’s qualifications/credentials (National Rifle Association instructor, law enforcement firearms instructor, Class “K” Firearm Instructor licensed by the State of Florida, etc.), and your instructor’s license/certification number. So as long as the cert has these things I figure it'll be ok. I just sent them an email to make sure and I'll let you know the response.

I got my FID and P2P's within one week of inquiring in person. I was very nice, but I think showing up there let them know I was serious about getting it back. I suggest going in person and just asking whether everything is back, if there is anything they still need from you, and if they can give you a timeline for when they expect everything to be done.

Amazon Local is running a deal for a firearm safety class and certificate from Home Defense Site. Normally $150. I bought one in hopes of using the certificate for a Florida CCW license. Promotional value expires July 29th. https://local.amazon...rsey/B00B2T4WYS P.S. the tail end of the link spells out "boob"

Welcome. Good luck with your application, and in case you didn't already know, 30 days isn't always 30 days in NJ.

Bought one this morning at Shore Shot in Lakewood. Gen 3. $550. The guy there said he had 3 more. Call first, but If you are ready to buy today might be the day.

In for 3.

Done.

I hear that, but its been such a pain in the balls to get the paperwork to go through. I like the idea of being able to cover two calibers with one p2p.

Had this same question and wanted to bring this back. I've been waiting since Monday afternoon, so I'm at the three day mark. Is this still the norm?

I think a Glock 19 is next. Either that or a CZ-75. Either way I'll look to get a .22 LR conversion kit for that exact reason.

A lot of great advice. You guys have confirmed my thinking that I need a bigger safe. I have a second p2p which I'll be using next month, and my eyes on a 10/22 and eventually a Mossberg 500. I'll need one big enough for all of those at some point, might as well just get it now instead of continually upgrading. I've been a member at shore shot for the last year, so I am familiar with guns, but I think I'm going to go to GFH for basic and get everything done for a Florida CCW. I did place a large order for ammo yesterday, I can see that this is going to be an expensive hobby.

1. Application type (FID/permit w/ existing FID). Initial FID and 2 P2P 2. Police Department where you applied. Keyport PD 3. Name of the person you dealt with at the PD. Gerilyn (Detective's Secretary) and Detective Hyman 4. Time taken to issue FID and/or permit. 81 Days from drop off of application to pick up of FID/permits 5. Documents required by the PD (aside from the standard application and the mental health release form). None, but did make me get a money order for NJSP background check ($18), which shouldn't have been required for an initial FID. 6. Notes - anything pertaining to the application process (unforeseen difficulties, chief of police calling your home, you hiring an attorney, etc. Everyone was very nice at the PD. The wait was long as there are only 2 detectives in the department and FIDs are low priority. I called a few times (starting after the first month), sent an email and showed up in person last week (at day 75). Detective Hyman called two days later for a phone interview (why do you want a gun, etc.) and was very nice, changed my P2P from 1 permit to 2, and even gave me some advice on some guns to teach my wife to shoot on. Overall pleasant experience except for the wait.

I don't really know much about competition, I imagine I'd hear more about that if I joined a private range. I think it could be something I'd like to try down the road. I'm not a particularly good shot... yet . I'd like to check out CJRPC at some point, and I figure if I did join a range like that I would probably get a holster as I'd get more use out of it. I'm covered on a safe, its not a gun safe specifically but a sentry fire safe that will fit the revolver in a case. Mags aren't an issue for the GP100, but I did pick up 3 speedloaders and a belt pouch that holds two of them. Ammo is definitely on the list. That was the one promise I had to make to my wife before she gave the approval for purchasing the gun, I had to buy a lot of ammo to go with it.

I'm purchasing a 4inch Ruger GP100 for my first gun and hopefully should have it in hand by the end of next week. I went and bought a few things in anticipation of its arrival. I already have: Snap caps Hi-Vis front sight Hoppes cleaning kit A boresnake 3 Safariland speedloaders Allen gun rug/case A range bag Eyes and Ears I like the idea of getting a holster, and I liked the way the Bianchi Accumold 7000 looked, but I don't see any real need for one. I can't think of anywhere I'd be able to use it. I'm wondering if anyone has recommendations for anything else I might need.

Sounds good, will do.

I don't see anything wrong with covering your behind.

ABC news just reported that a teacher talked the shooter into giving up. They didn't make any mention of an armed guard.

I went over on Tuesday. Neither of the detectives were there but the secretary had my folder and said everything was complete and returned from the state. She said I just needed to wait for a call from the detective and that it would only take about 5-10 min to ask a few questions. The detective called today and was very nice. She did a little interview, and also asked me what I was planning on getting and even made some suggestions for guns to take a look at which I thought was pretty cool. She said she's going to give the paperwork back to the secretary and I should have the FID and permits by next week sometime. Today is day 77, it could have been worse. Good call about going over there though.

I am going to head over tomorrow after work and see if I can talk to one of the detectives. Phone calls have done nothing, and I sent an email two weeks ago that was never replied to. I'm hoping for the best but not expecting much.