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Thanks, it is a sound advice, but I am going to ignore it. The reason is psychology. It is a different feeling whether I am replacing parts in a working gun vs. building one from parts. Not quite rational, but that's just my brain. Plus, I do not expect to go shooting more then a couple of times a year as long as I am in NJ, so building the gun, fitting the parts together is the major fun part of this exercise.

Topher: Christopher, thanks for the info and your offer to help. 302w: What do you mean how much building? I'd love to do an 80% build, but since we are in NJ, I am going to get a frame, a slide, the other pieces, and try to put together a gun that works.

I'll use this post as an introduction too. My apology if I am posting in the wrong place. I just got my FPID and P2P. Initially, I was not going to get a real gun and applied for FID just to make a statement: I do not like polititians using dead children to push their agendas. However during the wait, I read up on firearms and really would like to build 1911 type pistol. I am mechanichally inclined (have an engineering degree) and usually enjoy making stuff more then using it. So here is the question: is there place in NJ that sells inexpensive 1911 frames (Sarco/RIA or Foster Industries) or can get one for me? I understand that I can order directly and do FFL transfer, but it would add almost 40% to the price of the frame if we are talking Sarco. Thanks. Forgot: I am in NNJ, and willing to drive up to an hour, maybe a little bit more.

Did my FID and PP in Teaneck, NJ. Submitted paperwork 1/17/13, My references got the letters about a week later, one replied immedeately, the other took a week to do so Fingerprints on 1/24/13 in Paramus Called at 1 month was told "it takes longer then that" Called at 6 weeks, was told "don't worry we will call you" FID and PP were signed on 3/29, got a call on 4/2, picked them up next day. Everyone at the PD were very nice and friendly.