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Who has a Ruger Mark I and can help me out? I picked one up on an impulse buy, it did not come with any magazines so I ordered two directly from Ruger, specific for the Mark I. I did have to switch the magazine follower button over to the other side as described in the packaging. The Serial Number matches up to being manufactured in 1971 based on the list on Ruger's website. This is the tightest fitting magazine in the magwell of any firearm I've ever handled. It does not appear to be seating all of the way either; and then it is a royal PIA to come back out. I say it does not seat all of the way for two reasons. First the magazine latch does not clip on the bottom of the magazine base plate. Second, a round does not get picked up from the magazine when attempting to chamber a round. This is the same behavior with both magazines. So far most of what I seen online regarding the magazines is how to convert or modify newer style magazines for the older guns. I did see some talk of aftermarket baseplates and other modifications including to the gun. I see there being three possible issues, Operator Error, Magazine Defect, Firearm Defect/Damage. When I had the grip panels off I noticed what appeared to be a minor bend in the frame at the pin that holds the magazine catch in place. Like the pin was not perfectly lined up with the hole before being punched into place. Ideally it'd be perfect if someone somewhat local has a Mark I that I can use as a comparison before I try to contact Ruger or go to a gunsmith.

Jack, thanks for the above. Here is the link to the software Longranger had the screenshot of: https://grtools.de/index.php It runs on Windows or Linux; I only played with it for a few minutes so far.

I have since found some projectile length information for Speer & Berry's. I placed an order for more Hodgdon Titegroup yesterday, I'm wondering if I should try to cancel that order and get powder that has more load data for a wider range of projectiles. I'm going to download the Gordons Reloading software now, I see Quickload is a purchase.

Holy Cow! I'm going to need time to digest that! Thanks, I didn't see that on the site, but I was mostly just looking for load data.

Knew this was coming as soon as they passed the law saying the tax would auto increase if not enough revenue came in. I'm only surprised it didn't happen sooner. If I recall correctly, it gets evaluated twice a year?

I saw something about it on Reddit as well; it was implied that it was intended to be blank on the reverse side now.

I know the best option is to use published data, but what if published data does not exist for the powder & projectile combination I have? My situation: I have Hodgdon Titegroup & two different projectiles from NE Reloading, 124gr Truncated Cone Coated & 147gr Round Nose FMJ. When I reached out to NE Reloading regarding the 124gr he suggested I use data for a Berry 124gr projectile. Hodgdon lists data for that combination so I went with that and had no problems. The only data Hodgdon has for a 147gr projectile using Titegroup is on a Hornady XTP Hollowpoint. The closest Hodgdon has to what I have (using Titegroup) is a 145gr Acme RN Coated. This calls for a starting charge of 2.9gr with a max of 3.4 and a COL of 1.150". The 124 Berry was 3.6 to 4.7gr with the same 1.150" COL. Is the lower charge for the heavier projectile a result of the reduced space inside of the cartridge because the 147gr projectile is larger? I realize with all other factors being equal a smaller COL will have higher pressure. I believe that a larger COL would allow for a larger safety margin if the charge is on the high side as well, correct? I've not seen any listings for projectile length factoring into load data. It seems to be that would be beneficial, and possibly solve my current conundrum. The way I see it, my options are to 1: use the data Hodgdon provides for the 145gr Acme RN keeping the charge at the minimum; 2: buy different powder to use with 147gr FMJ; 3: post a WTS/WTT thread for the 147gr.

Welcome neighbor. If you don't already know, this is not the best time for you to be starting this journey, but today is better than tomorrow. There's a ton of (mostly) good info here. You're not the first to be asking about a first purchase, and there's pages upon pages dedicated to that, so I will not respond directly to that. I will respond with my knowledge & opinions on places to potentially look into. Cheyenne in Bordentown is probably the closest good-sized shop, I was there yesterday and was impressed with the stock they have on hand under the circumstances. I've had mixed experiences as far as customer service there. There's the other place on 130 North of Cheyenne that I can't recall the name of right now. They are slightly smaller than Cheyenne. Pineland Sporting on 528 in Jackson is close, a much smaller shop. I haven't bought firearms from him, I did buy some targets and cases. Watch him on prices though, after buying some things from him at fair prices I bought clays, not knowing the going rate. I found out after the fact that he'd jacked those prices a good amount. Live and learn. Monmouth Arms in Manalapan is run by @remixer and he's a great guy to deal with, but has less product on hand. I've dealt with him numerous times and recommend him. Howell Gun Works is good, they have more inventory than Monmouth Arms, but less than Cheyenne. I've read great things about @JT Custom Guns but he's not as local. I've also read great things about Kulak Arms in Lawrenceville, and he's on my list for a visit. Next you've got Legends which in inside of Union Hill Gun Club in Monroe. Ranges are going to be tougher and I can't offer too much advise there since I'm a member at Central Jersey. I'm not positive but I don't think Union Hill allows non-members to shoot there. Range-14 is close and reasonably priced, but with limited hours and outdoors only. They're also still operating under (what I consider to be) severe restrictions due to COVID. There's two places in Lakewood, not far from the Blue Claws Stadium. I can't recall the names right now, one or both have gone through some name changes over the last ten or so years. I will never cross the doorway to the one that's South of the other again. Many ranges will not allow you to rent/shoot by yourself if you don't have your yellow card yet so make sure you call ahead and ask what their policy is. Some shops may not let you fondle any firearms without one either. That was mentioned here some time ago.

I'd like to know where the price hike is happening. At the reseller, the distributor or the manufacturer? The father of a guy I work with owns a small LGS in Central Pa. He's told me prices are jacked way up from his distributors as well, that's even if they can get any at all. They are a small time LGS, so they don't have the weight behind them that a larger reseller would have to negotiate a better price. I wouldn't expect a LGS or online reseller to absorb price increases they have to pay from their supplier. I've been checking ammoseek fairly often, I've seen some 9mm under 40cpr a few times, but it's always gone by the time I get there, or no ship to NJ.

Thanks Rosey. I did have the drinks, snacks & D-Wipes this past trip. I need to double check on the rules for what types of reactionary targets are allowed at my range. I also plan to ask about an exemption to the limit of times per year we're permitted to bring the same guest, which is three. I'm hoping since he's a blood relative and a minor, they'll allow it.

Federal does sell direct. But they don't ship to NJ. Why, because they don't want the headache of dealing with NJ's BS, and they don't need to. https://www.federalpremium.com/handgun/

"food fudd"

Probably should have specified, fresh bell & jalapeno peppers. I haven't attempted actual chili peppers yet; I have no explanation why. Guess I need to remedy that the next time.

Thanks. I also use fresh peppers, I don't recall if that's "allowed" or not. At least I know Cincinnati Chili is an abomination.

I'll judge. Maybe even bring some of my own. Sorry Tex, I believe in beans in Chili, and smoked brisket.

This month's order arrived yesterday. I must say I'm slightly bummed, they sent another bag of "AK Espresso", which was in my first order. I had reached out to them via chat last week asking about the "Best of Subscription" and I was told I would not see a repeat until I'd gone through all of them once. The second bag was new to me, "Freedom Fuel" which they classify as a dark roast. No sticker this month, not a big deal to me. I think the "Freedom Fuel" is the closest to just plain coffee so far. Slightly ironic, since they have one called "Just Black". Of the five I've had so far, I'd keep "Liberty" at the bottom and "AK Espresso" would be forth. The other three are tougher to rate, if forced to rate them I think it'd be "Freedom Fuel", "Beyond Black" then "Just Black" in third. Two coworkers have taken up BRC as well. One is on a subscription plan for the K-Cups. I'm not sure if the other is on a plan or not and if he ordered grounds as well, but he did bring in a "Beyond Black" K-Cup for me to try. I have to say it was as good as traditional brew. From prior experience I've found K-Cups to be not as good as traditional brew, so it was a pleasant surprise. I think I'll be ordering some K-Cups to keep at work, replacing the Wawa K-Cups I currently use.

Condolences to you and Mrs Tex. Hearing you talking about Harley showed your Love for her and I have no doubt you helped her live the best life anyone could.

For such a liberal rag it's only a partially ignorant article. The two items that stuck out to me: Called ammunition/cartridges bullets. Mentioned NJ residents can buy ammo online, but left out that many companies refuse to ship to NJ since they don't want to deal with the BS and politicians we have.

We went today, he's a very mellow & shy kid, so I can only go by him saying he had a good time and wants to go again. His father went over basic safety with him at home, then I did a quick safety briefing at my house. I covered basic rules of every gun is loaded until you personally clear it, trigger discipline & muzzle control with him. Then I showed him the four firearms were we taking and how to clear each one. I also stressed there were two rules for the day #1 stay safe, #2 have fun. I know the first rule wasn't broken, and he said the second wasn't either. On the way to the range we talked a little bit about recoil and some other misc items. Once setup I let him chose what he shot, he picked the M&P .22 pistol first. I had him take it out of the case and clear it (did that with each firearm the first time). I went over grip, sight picture and squeezing the trigger. I dry fired a few times and had him dry fire about half a dozen. Then I showed him how to load it (one round only) and fired a couple of shots. Then I loaded it for him (one round) and he took his first shot from about 8 yards out. His first three shots were high right around 12 o'clock but still on the cardboard. Then he got dialed in and (I think) did great for his first time out. After a few single shots I did a couple of two rounds in the mag, then had him load the magazine and gun himself. We repeated the process with the other firearms (all .22 cal) I showed him how to load and shoot, then had him do one round at a time then multiple rounds. He went from the M&P to a SAO revolver, then the two rifles: a Henry Lever Action & Marlin 60 Semi-auto. Once he went through all four the first time I gave him free reign to shoot whichever he wanted as much as he wanted. I brought bags thinking I'd have him do bench shooting with the rifles but completely forgot about them when we got to the rifles. That's on me and I feel bad, his father asked if he did bench or standing with the rifle when he picked him up too. He did great with the rifles as well, but took the fewest shots by far with them. He liked the M&P the best. I was very pleased it ran well for him, I've had some failures to chamber a round on it the last few times out. All in all it I think it was a great day, although a bit hotter than I'd hoped for. I told him to text me when he wants to go again; I'll follow up with my brother if I don't hear from him in a few weeks to a month or so, once the weather is more friendly.

Bob, while it might not technically be an issue of proper grammar, please try to fix the people that put the dollar symbol after the numbers now; I've even seen them do it after the cents. OP, great to read about positive experiences, even if the smith is a bit too far for me to travel to.

Pork Shoulders/Butts can vary on time: bone-in or boneless and some pigs just cook differently. I avg 2 hr/pound and find 6-9 pounders cook the best. Smallest I've done was 3.5#, 19.1# the largest. Don't be concerned about having it ready at a set time. Start early and hold it. Briskets & Pork I cook until meat is fork/probe tender, meat temp is only a guide. When done, they get wrapped in 2-3 layers of foil, then 3-4 beach blankets and into a cooler. I've held both that way for three hours and trips to my brother's place and they're still burn-your-hands-hot when removed. I spatchcock all of my chickens now, I've done a few turkeys. I prefer the flavor of steaks over charcoal, I have not experimented with different pellets though. Beef ribs have humbled me the two times I've attempted them. I've done a few appetizers, including eggs and beans. Jerky is awesome, but very space & time consuming with all of the prep and finishing required. I struggle getting the temp I'm after as well; my smoker doesn't like to run that low. I've got some time off so I hope to be making a couple of batches. I'll be putting a couple of racks of pork ribs on later today.

I'm not sure. It's hard to track; at least on the ANJRPC website because they don't seem to date articles, nor do I see a way to sort search results by date. My point was NJ did try to fight it and so far was losing or lost. I have zero hope in SCOTUS with the current members on the bench. The blow 2A was dealt recently removed any remaining hope I was hanging on to.

I believe the NJ groups already did and were shot down in the courts.

Does he have an actual Store Front / Showroom? Bringing up the address in Google Maps it looks like a home-based business.

Northeast has some more 9mm jacketed bullets in stock. https://www.nereloading.com/index.php/bulk-pistol-handgun-reloading-bullets/9mm-9x19.html