Carcano

Looks like the company is based in Scotch Plains, NJ Shooting Star Inc,. http://www.shootingwater.com/ For anyone wondering, here is one in action:

Do they have collapsible/folding stocks? bayonet lugs? flash suppressors or exposed threads? do amusement operators have a machine gun license from NJSP and have each one papered/registered with the State? Were NICS checks run on the owners of these amusement companies? if not, are they FFL holders w/ NJ retail firearms license? Someone should push for a fully transparent investigation

How are amusement operators exempt from NJ firearm laws? wouldn't full auto BB guns be considered "machine guns" in NJ?

True, but how many FFL's are willing to do this? Also, if you hold a C&R I though you were except from NICS? I was told this by a NJ dealer but since I'm not a C&R never confirmed it.

I was going to apply for mine but considering NJ doesn't officially recognize C&R holders and being subject to NJSP and ATF inspection I decided against it. You save a few dollars on parts orders and some dealers might extend a small discount on firearm purchases but you still need a 01 FFL to perform the transfer ($$) and now open yourself up to random inspection...not worth it IMO. The only way around this would be a C&R license and NJ retail firearms license from NJSP which kills the purpose since a C&R is for collecting and the NJ retail license is intended for someone "in the business" ie gunsmith, retail shop, etc.

You mean the donkey show

Remember the sandy hook waiting period? people were waiting months just to hear back/get updates on the application My miniature crystal ball tells me November 2016 = long FPID/P2P wait, ammo shortage, and price gouging on black rifles all over again...

Very nice!!

I would get the FT-857D over the FT817, the FT817 is designed to be potable but so is the FT857 and FT-857D. Check QRZ.com (under classifieds) and eBay for the FT-857, I've seen them for between $500-$600 used and new is $750 or so and up. Again, antenna turner and power supply...can you settle for used ones? a used tuner can be had for sub-$80 and a nice Astron power supply for sub-$100. I do not use filters on my FT-857D's, both radio are stock from Yaesu and TX/RX audio is very good, I have no problem picking out weak signals on SSB and never bought the filters as I felt it wasn't necessary. I send machine CW, haven't played with a paddle in a while. Again, no CW filters on the ones I own. $250 is crazy for filters, here are some 2.7 Khz narrow filters for SSB and CW at $60 shipped (each) http://www.ebay.com/itm/CW-SSB-2-7K-narrowband-filter-compatible-with-YF-122S-For-YAESU-FT-817-857-897-/261620917900?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3ce9d2668c so if you must get the filters you are in $120 for a set of SSB and CW filters. Don't feel bad/strange/unsure buying used equipment, most start out with used equipment. Assuming the FT-857D can be had used for $600, the filters (both SSB and CW) at $120 for the pair, tuner for $80 and a decent DC supply for $100 you are in $900 give or take for a complete station, coax cost will depend on the cable type and how long of a run you need. Have you looked into OCF Windom dipoles? I have one and have had nothing but great success with it. I paid $70 for mine new and it's lasted 4 winters and the last couple storms without damage up about 30' feet on a fiberglass pole. Very low SWR, I do not need a tuner on 6/20/40 meters with it.

He is great, if I was jammed up in a bad situation involving firearms I would call him before someone out of the yellow pages. His book makes for a good read, too..

Print this out and present it to them: N.J.S.A. 2C:58-3(f) states: “There shall be no conditions or requirements added to the form or content of the application, or required by the licensing authority for the issuance of a permit or identification card, other than those that are specifically set forth in this chapter.” So, it's Application for Firearms Purchaser Identification Card/Application to purchase a handgun and SP-66 (consent for mental health records search). Those are the only two forms set forth as cited above.

Keep calling and asking what the delay is, they work for us (the public) and while that sounds blunt it's the truth. Remind them of the 30 day requirement, be firm and be polite. If they still give you a hard time let them know you will discuss the matter with an attorney. I made the mistake of being overly nice to the local PD and complying with illegal demands (extra forms not approved by NJSP). I now treat it as a business matter, if I do not hear back within 30 days the calls and daily email start and progress is made. Edit: On my initial FPID application they dragged me along for 2+ months, I sent an email to Mr. Nappen asking for his service and a quote. To my surprise he sent them an email and called them on my behalf, he refused to take any compensation for his service (making the call and sending the email). The Sgt. at the time who handled the permits called me around 6AM apologizing and insisting it would be available for pickup ASAP...and it was. Your results may vary, if it comes down to it you will find attorneys willing to draft a letter and send it certified mail for about $100, only do this as a last resort if all other means fail.

I dropped my P2P application off at the local PD and the Sgt. handed me the instruction sheet to complete the check online. I completed the check and the results were sent to him...after that I just had to wait for the call to schedule a time/date to pickup my permits. Do you have a printer? go to the following link and select SP-66 and "application for firearms purchaser identification card". Print it out and complete it at home. DO NOT sign or date the application, that must be done in person at the PD but everything else can be completed at home to save time. http://www.njsp.org/info/forms.html#firearms If they are giving you a hard time call the New Jersey State Police Firearms Unit at 609-882-2000 extension 2060 and ask for clarification. The people I've spoken to at NJSP have always been helpful and gone by the book, NJSP is actually fast it's the local PD's that drag their feet and create rules not on the book as they go. Also, remember any extra forms are ILLEGAL so if the PD pulls out any extra paperwork it's not approved by NJSP and you are not required to complete it..

Yes, you have to complete the check online. Local PD's used to do it but now it has to be done online...need a credit or debit card and it takes about 5 minutes. No need to print anything, the result is sent the the local PD electronically. The 3+ month wait I would challenge, after it hit's the 30 day mark I would start calling once a week and ask for updates and eventually make it a point to call once daily. Remember, State Law says they have 30 days to issue a FPID or P2P so don't feel bad rubbing it in and calling them after the 30 day mark.

Interesting catch on VHF in SJ tonight, I keep 154.250 in all of my radios (local FD frequency) but usually on CSQ...heard NYFD Manhattan Dispatch / mobile units Battalion 2., confirmed it was FDNY Manhattan based on PL and street names given....I've heard this 4 or 5 times this year so far but this time incredibly strong S9+10

Just a thought, you might find someone willing to loan you a pistol at the range (if they permit this, ie persons not in the same group). Never hurts to ask, some are anal about letting others try a new toy but you might find someone willing to if you cover ammo costs...I know it's not the same as bringing your own but worth a shot. I emailed BP and asked about rentals, they were looking into it but at the moment rentals are a no go Now if they offered rentals I love to burn up a few mags in a VP9

Too bad it's pistol only or you could bring your long guns with you.

Got a P2P? grab a new toy and try it at the range

That's fast. Looks like he has been in business since the early 80's and has worked with production companies supplying blanks so he knows what he is doing I might see if I can get him to work up some 8mm blanks for the yugo mauser w/ cup launcher

Nice, and since he can work up hotter loads that is a big plus (he's not some re-seller of blanks, he loads them in-house) Let me know how they work for you, might get a few boxes from him for the yugo

I know of no SJ range that allows reactive exploding targets. SJSC is a very nice/well maintained/range and well worth the yearly fee. Sadly, no exploding targets. Bets bet would be to find a pit or private land and get the owners permission...might stand a small chance of finding someone willing to allow it but worth a shot

Not sure if anyone with HF is up but if so listen to 14.245 A station going by the call "D0B" is operating a small pile up from Donetsk People's Republic (DNR), very strong 59+ in SJ.

Still, posting the customers name shows what kind of low-life he really is and labeling someone as an illegal gun dealer and gunsmith really burns me. It's the thought of what others would think if they stumbled across his post claiming that.

again, you have to search both name and zip found in that report and my address comes up in google results. My story is far from one sided, I'll try and upload recordings of the calls/messages this week.

Out of line? search my name and the R&R zip...my address comes up. Great way to be targeted by thieves.