JoeTK37

Right, thus I specified Long gun

I stopped in the shop last week for some ammo, nice group of guys, looking forward to them opening the range since they're pretty close and easy to deal with

I was looking to shoot a new .22 long gun, not hand gun, and yes I was referring I was to the 7-round statue, whether its in effect now or later I'm assuming we can't use 10rd mags anywhere in NY

After a week NICS finally came through and was able to pick up my first .22LR. I'd like to find an indoor range over the usual 25yd distance (preferably in the North Jersey area). I was planning on going up to the Davis range to break it in and stretch it out to 100yds, but I don't think i can do that with the new mag restrictions. So, does anyone have any recommendations for and indoor range over 25yds in the area? Thanks BTW thats Davis Shooting Sports in NY, my bad for not clarifying

If this law goes into effect immediately in NY does that mean as a NJ resident we can no longer travel into NY with a long gun(.22 rimfire) with magazines having greater than 7rd capacity? No more range use in NY either?

I got to the range this morning for the first time(ever). Put 100rds through the PPQ all too quickly. Here I was thinking 100rds would last me an hour.......if I made it 35 min it was probably a lot. Gun functioned flawlessly. I shot pretty slowly and deliberately(ZERO rapid fire etc), I was impressed with the accuracy inside 10yds(def due the the firearm and not me). Spent time getting used to the functions of the slide, mag release and trigger. And spent the first ten minutes not jumping out of my shoes every time I heard a pop in neighboring stalls. I'm really happy with my purchase. I have no piece for comparison as this is my first firearm. That said, the gun is comfortable to hold, easy to aim, shoots where its aimed(thats a plus right), field strips with ease, had zero malfunctions and is pretty addicting. Mostly, after the first "POP" the intimidation went away and things became a lot more natural and comfortable. I chose the 9mm over the 40S&W because of the price per round(in a range gun I want to be able to shoot a decent amount) and reduced recoil. Actually, it almost felt like there was no recoil felt by my strong hand, there was muzzle rise, but didn't feel like a sting or a kick to my palm at all. I need to work on my grip, maybe change grip size to get my weak hand better situated but I couldn't believe how comfortable it was to shoot. So far so good, I'll try to get back later this week for a few hundred more rounds. But now I'm kind of addicted and thinking about what to buy next.

I stopped in today for the first time and picked up some 9mm(which it appeared they had pretty good stock on). Spoke to Mike Jr. for a bit about some parts kits, could not have been nicer. In my limited(possibly very limited) experience with "gun" shops he and his coworker were the most outgoing and accommodating duo I have encountered. I've been in retail a long time, I appreciate the current influx of new owners(lacking knowledge), the general overwhelming nature of the current buying surge and the toll it takes when you're trying to make a sale and move on to the next customer. But I would still expect my staff to maintain a good level of customer service, its the only thing that sets you apart from competition in most cases. This is the first place where I felt totally welcome and free to browse(or drool) at my leisure. I cant wait for them to open the range, and feel like they earned my business because they took the time to have a 5 minute conversation with me

Does anyone have any info or reviews on GPI Lowers? Its not a name I'm familiar with. Thanks

I picked up my initial FID and very first P2P on Thursday. I had to pay for my prints as the sub it out, but my cost for the application and P2P was only $7(due at pick up no less). I insisted it should have been more and she promised me that was all.

Paid Wednesday at 6:00PM, got the call tonight(Friday) at 7PM OH and I am waiting on another from the dreaded Dicks purchased Thursday at 1PM

Thanks Wombat, it's your fault, errr...... I hold you responsible for choosing a PPQ. Read your reviews on here and that sealed the deal. I can't wait to pick it up, and I was fortunate to get the paddle mag release. Buttons are boring

Where do you guys find the best prices on bulk range ammo, I was thinking Dicks, but they're sold out up here until hopefully sometime next week, usually Remington I believe.

I went in last night around 5:30-6, waiting anxiously for a call now, hope it comes tomorrow when I'm off

I'm brand new to this and not entirely certain what route is best to take. It seems most shops are pretty low on the choices for 9mm and stocking(or only have at the current time) primarily the lighter 115gr and 124gr. I understand the firearms themselves, and differences in grain weight and the affects, but what brands/models are total crap(for lack of a better term) and what is decent. I'm only looking for something for the range, I'm ok with the lighter weight/lower recoil and not totally concerned with pinpoint accuracy for the first few hundred rounds I shoot. Right now I've got a box of CCI Blazer Brass 115gr and Federal American Eagle 124gr FMJ, both of which may be garbage but they seemed the better of the choices at the shops I stopped in today, granted prices were a bit high. So if you're heading the range to practice and work on technique what are you shooting?

Hmmm I haven't put much thought into extra mags, not sure ill really need more than two for range work

OK, thats really all I've got for now. First firearm purchase and I'm psyched to get the call to go pick it up, felt great in hand versus a few other models I was considering(and no a Glock wasn't one of them). Once in a while I like something a little out of the norm so the Walther fit that bill pretty well. And since its the first firearm of any kind I'll have shot in 20 or so years I figure the quick reset trigger and 1st gen paddle mag release won't be all that difficult to get used to. Looking forward to report back soon

Oakland, about 45 days for initial FID and P2P with Thanksgiving, Christmas, NYE and vacations in there, not too shabby.

Paid for a PPQ tonight, 1/9/13, we'll see how long it takes, the anticipation is going to kill me, first firearm of any kind.

1. Application type (FID/permit w/ existing FID). Initial FID and one(yeah I should have gotten more) P2P 2. Police Department where you applied. Oakland 3. Name of the person you dealt with at the PD. Phyllis(?) Registration clerk, very nice and professional 4. Time taken to issue FID and/or permit. Submit 11/16/12 ready for pick up 1/9/13 5. Documents required by the PD (aside from the standard application and the mental health release form). None 6. Notes - anything pertaining to the application process (unforeseen difficulties, chief of police calling your home, you hiring an attorney, etc.). I submit my application the Friday before Thanksgiving week. Registration clerk could not have been nicer or more helpful, painless experience. References received a form to fill out and return on 11/23 and 11/24 respectively. I had only dropped off my fingerprints on 11/21(the Wednesday of Thanksgiving eve, and the clerk was on vacation that day, left forms with the officer covering the desk). Factor in Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years, clerk was out for a week(on vacation) and I think they turned it around pretty quickly, and right on their estimate. $60ish for fingerprints and $7 for the P2P, no other fees of any kind.