rayroka

They are factory 15 mags, not pinned. So maybe he did switch them but he didn't mention it.

This is separate from the sear disconnect level so now perplexed even more. I have been shopping around for months and never saw one that came with 15 rounders. Could this be a law enforcement model or something!?

I will check all these suggestions when I get home. (sticker and what's written on the side of the gun) This gun is brand new! I purchased at Hackettstown Guns and Ammo from Walt (great guy). He is a Retired LEO. Could he have ordered a law enforcement model or something for me? Ray

Hey guys, New to the sport. I figured more experienced owners could chime in. Bought an M&P 9mm SKU# 206301 with 2 15RD mags. In the manual it has a diagram of the mag disconnect safety (small bar in extractor area). According to the picture mine has one. So I popped an empty mag in, racked it, and then popped the mag back out but I was still able to dry fire it. (I figured once wouldn't hurt.) Is this normal operation, does the firing pin not actually strike? Does it need actually have a bullet in the chamber? Does mine not actually have one and I am reading the picture wrong? On a side note...I was surprised that mine came with two 15 round factory mags instead of 10 RD. Thanks again, Ray

Thanks everyone!

Hello, Finally bought my first gun today. 8 month process with permit renewal and market conditions. One hiccup. I got home and realized the serial number was listed incorrectly on the permit. Called the FFL and he made the correction on his copy and the ones that go to NJSP. He advised me to cross out the wrong number and enter the correct one on my copy and he would do the same before sending them down to Trenton. He is respected and a very reputable FFL so I trust his position on this. My only concern would be the NJSP having issues with the original crossed out and the correct one written in the box. What do you think? Thanks! Ray

1. Application type (FID/permit w/ existing FID). Initial FPID + 2 PP 2. Police Department where you applied. NJSP, Augusta Barracks, Augusta, NJ 3. Name of the person you dealt with at the PD. Sgt. Wistermayer 4. Time taken to issue FID and/or permit. 89 days (Applied 01/31/13, Fingerprinted 2/13/13, Checks Cashed 3/26/13, Ready 4/30/13) 5. Documents required by the PD (aside from the standard application and the mental health release form). Standard forms, Copy of DL and Birth Certificate. 6. Notes - anything pertaining to the application process (unforeseen difficulties, chief of police calling your home, you hiring an attorney, etc.). Friendly. You could pick up application anytime but had to schedule an appointment to drop it off. That took an extra month to get the next available date.

Yeah, I get that. The trooper said my file was down in Trenton so this is consistent with his statement. I guess one thing for certain is some one at least opened my file, even if just to cash the checks.

Applied for my initial and p2p at the NJSP Sussex Barracks back on 1/31/2013. Fingerprinted on 2/13/2013. I checked the old bank statement this morning and I noticed the checks for the FPID and P2P cashed yesterday. Time to get excited or expect a few more weeks? They told me 3-5 months so this would put me slightly ahead of the game.

I'm guessing Flyers or Rangers.

Glad Marty is back. Hedberg just wasn't cutting it. Can't shake off a goal like Marty can! GO DEVS!

This may sound crazy. But hopefully there is a silver lining to all of this. With 20k in apps, the people that process them, along every step of the way, are getting a lot of practice on the whole application process. That could help in the long run.

He said that is the number in the pipeline. I assume that means the "pile" it goes on down in Trenton after the local barracks/station have completed all the necessary steps on their side. How I understand it is all files (even non NJSP towns) go to Trenton for background checks then sent back up to the local level for final approval/denial and to produce the card and permits. That's how I understand it. Ray

I talked to the trooper handling FPID applications at the NJSP Sussex Barracks today. He said my file was sent to Trenton. He mention they are backlogged down there and have about 20,000 FPID\P2P files in the pipeline. He did say as soon as they come in they call you the same day to pick up next morning. So at least they are being prompt at the local barracks.

I'd love to contribute to a knowledge base or section of frequently asked questions. I typically search first but some times you have to dig and its not all that clear.

Thanks people. Yeah, I will do a 50/50 or payment in full. The dealer seems nice and willing to work with me.

Hey guys, Figured I'd get the general consensus of the community. A local FFL has the rifle I want in stock, a Henry Octagon Pump and said that I could put a deposit on it and they will hold it for me indefinately. The curve ball is I am still waiting on my initial FPID card, they know this, and are willing to put it on hold for me regardless. My question: Is this legal? My uncertainty comes from the fact that some dealers won't even let you hold a gun unless you have a card. Thanks, Ray

Here is the excerpt from the cover page attached to the application. This was provided at the NJSP barracks. "APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 9AM AND 2PM MONDAY THRU FRIDAY BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT CONTACT SGT. XXXXXXXXXXX @ 973-383... BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 10AM AND 12PM MONDAY THRU FRIDAY. NO WALK-INS WILL BE ACCEPTED." Ray

Hello, I picked up my app for initial FID card and 2 pistol permits. Completed forms and called the Sgt. at the Sussex NJSP barracks in charge of applications to schedule my appointment to submit my application. Earliest available slot was on Jan, 31, 2013. He stated that he is absolutely slammed right now, to the point where all the phone lines have been jammed up at the barracks for the past two days. So here I am, waiting until 01/31 just to submit my app, then I will schedule my fingerprinting (another long wait), and then the standard NJSP 14 weeks to receive the card. Ray

Hey there, This is the NJSP in Sussex. I have to wait until Jan 31st just to submit my application to the Sgt. handling FID and P2P apps. I can only assume Morphotrack will be another long wait after that. Ray

Hey everyone, Just wanted to drop in and introduce myself. Will be a first time gun owner at 26 as soon as I complete the application process! My father has been a long time gun owner and supporter of gun rights. Feel like I am finally ready to step up to the plate. Picked up the paperwork the other night, called to make an appointment. Earliest available was Jan 31st, 2013. I guess its just a sign of the times. Thanks! Ray