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Brought mine in about a month before expiring. My local PD did it in 5 minutes.

Even though I feel these guys are free to exercise their rights (assuming they were following local/state laws), that policeman was very professional and patient. They seemed bent on trying to lead him into some type of confrontation. His job is probably tough enough without dealing with that. If I had any criticism it would be the shorts, but it's probably hot where he is.

yesterday's game was very difficult to watch, almost painful, as a matter of fact my throat still hurts.

Bob, As someone who's still looking to purchase his first revolver, I have to dry off my keyboard every time you post pics! They all look very nice, but I really like that 624.

Welcome Chris, I'm an old guy, new member, from Hamilton. Hey Bob, Sign me up for the Starbucks meet, I promise to bring my own chair again!

Been in Cheyenne's several times and was never asked for it before handling anything. Actually it was before I even had one.

Speaking from experience, they do tend to stick around home longer now. Still enjoy having them though.

71GTO, I'm also in Hamilton. I have the Beretta 96A1 which, I believe, has similar dimensions as the 92FS but is .40cal. It has barely noticeable more recoil than the 92 FS. I have also fired a G19 gen3 and handled a G22 gen4. Even though the gen3 felt pretty good, the gen4 felt better (but I didn't shoot with it). The brunitron finish on the Beretta ain't the most durable if you ask me, but I'm reasonably careful with it. I also am new to handguns and my head spins too, but this is a great place for info and help. Just like you, and a bunch of others, I am looking for a 686 4" before my 2nd p2p expires. Good luck to both of us.

Del Rio's on Nottingham Way used to have steak sandwiches like that. Pete's Steakhouse on Whitehorse Ave. in Hamilton Twp. serves ribeye sandwiches too, they'll put whatever you want on it. Pretty good and reasonable too.

Ed, If you do decide to sell your 686, I'd definitely be interested. I know i'm not lending anything to the conversation, but Bob knows all S&W revo-wise. Good luck, Ben

CMJeepster, Don't be an old fuddy duddy, you're like 10 minutes away. You can avoid the crowds by going a little earlier on Friday or Saturday. My wife and I usually go to people watch and get something to eat, and we always run into people we know. Even though the food is decent, you're absolutely right about getting a better sausage, onions and peppers sandwich locally. Maybe let me know when you're planning to go. Aldente and Ken, Coming from Hamilton I don't have to deal with the bridge. It doesn't look anywhere near done.

I've been fortunate enough to have grown up with some guys that are great policemen, correction officers and F.B.I. agents. No, I haven't gone on the beat with them, but I see the respect they garner from their peers and the communities they serve. Of course, there's also been a very few bad apples in comparison, but I hope I'm relatively free from misconceptions as I do appreciate the circumstances they work under. As far as ever being stopped, I learned early on that if you give respect, you usually get respect. Good night

BluelineFish, With all due respect, I realize that Andy and co. was fiction, but I still live in "those times". I don't curse, I don't drink (to excess), I respect others and their property, etc. Therefore, I don't need to be woken up, what was relevant in the good old days should be just as relevant today. If it isn't, it's because we have allowed it. The "officers" were unprofessional and immature, no matter what times they live in. Please don't take this as a personal attack, because I do respect your opinion. Rick, to show you how off the grid I am, I had to google Vick Mackey.

Just saw the video, whole lot of testosterone flowing there. You would think somebody would have had the sense (and maturity) to back off. I do see the trooper's point about impersonators though. Oh for the days of Andy Griffith and Mayberry.

Got fingerprinted first week of this past March, had everything May 28th, so just under 3 months. When I first picked up the forms I was told at least 5 months. I had 2 permits, just brought in the second one a few weeks ago and had it extended while i waited.

Ken, The 96A1 is my first, and only, handgun. I have only fired 300 rounds through it so far. To me, it has about the same kick as a Glock 19 (very nice gun by the way) and less then a Kimber Elite. The 96A1 has the "recoil buffer" which is supposed to tame the "snappiness" of the .40. I have had not one problem shooting Blazer Brass and American Eagle (thanks Rick), both 180 gr. Any accuracy issues are probably due to the shooter. It fits my hand well and is nicely balanced, weight-wise. I am very satisfied with it so far.

Welcome to the forum. Hamilton here too, just about 3 months from start to finish for fid and p2ps, but got the same 5+ months reply when i started process. Hopefully, your experience will be similar (even though 3 mos. is still too long). Most of the people who frequent this forum are extremely accommodating and helpful. Never been to Bill's Tavern but heard the food's pretty good.

Being a newcomer to the "gun culture" I was unsure as what to expect. After meeting and pm'ing some of the regulars here, I have had nothing but great experiences. Everyone I've met is more normal than me. And by the way, Maggie is a sweetheart.

Hey Rick, I would love to join CJRPC, matter of fact, it's probably closer than RAF (and certainly a nicer drive). I especially like it that you can shoot outdoors, but I have until the end of Nov. to save up and find a 686. And after 30+ years, I'm one of those guys that actually enjoys married life... I'd like to keep it that way. Maybe next year though, I think it would make a wonderful anniversary gift. Sorry to get off thread. Take care, Ben

That's what i like about this place. Somebody's always willing to jump in and help out if they can. Papercut, did they fix the AC at RAF yet?

Bob, I give you a lot of credit for responding, so clearly and eloquently, to a local paper in Rush Holt country. Except for stalwarts such as yourself, Hopewell seems to be overrun with Princeton wannabes now. My son lives on the Ewing/Hopewell border and gets the paper you referenced. I read the editorial and realize that some are so isolated, that they are completely unaware of reality. Thanks again for your response.

Don't want to sound like a pessimist, but when I bought my first handgun, I got the 10 rounder. No sense having to spend extra to buy new mags or get them pinned. The big guy will either let the deadline for signing pass, or sign them.

Mischief Night. Every year my friends and I would go out with soap and eggs. My last time out, we egged a police wagon. We thought we were hiding in the shadows until they doubled back and pegged us. They politely approached us and asked if we might have seen any kids throwing eggs, while tapping all our pockets with their sticks. We assured them that it wasn't us. I had to throw out the pants and jacket I had on or risk a beating at home.

As a fan, I'll be watching the game. Overall, Alex has been a bust for the bombers. In addition to his current off the field woes, he continues to stick his foot in his mouth. I live about 10 minutes from Arm and Hammer Park, and as much as I enjoy watching a Trenton Thunders game, there's no way i would want to have been a part of that circus. The Yankees organization wants a lifetime ban so they can get out of that ridiculous contract, but you can bet if he homers in Chicago tonight you'll hear cheers from the Bronx and beyond.

Shawn, Thanks for posting the videos, watched them a few times each and will probably watch them again. Very informative. Ben