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I love froglube. I don't know what the difference will be compared to other lubes after 20,000 rounds and storing the firearm in a bucket of salt water, but it works just fine for me with the benefit of being non-toxic and smelling nice. I personally hate handling guns with conventional products that have all the oil running down the grip.

Just got back from GFH. Bodyguard was missing, being serviced or something. So I tried out the Ruger LCP for the heck of it and I liked it a lot! I was expecting 357mag-like recoil, but it was nowhere close. Felt fairly good in my hand. My only nitpick is that the slide didn't lock back on empty and but it could have just been the gun. I guess I'm going to pick between the Bodyguard and LCP now. P238 is probably more than I need to spend when I think one of the other two will serve my purposes just fine. edit: I just dryfired a Bodyguard and I hate hate hate it. Super long and really heavy trigger pull compared to the LCP. I suppose the combination of that along with the external safety means a pretty low chance of NDs, but I doubt I could hit a threat unless they were right on top of me (yes, I realize that's its intended purpose), and just based on the trigger I don't see myself spending much time shooting it.

Which do you recommend? I already have an M&P Shield 9mm, but want to add a true pocket gun to the mix. I plan to rent a Bodyguard at GFH today, but would be buying the P238 blind. Factors that have led me two these two: 1. Bodyguard seems popular, and a true pocket carry option. Also I'd probably want to get one with the laser just for the novelty (I don't see myself actually messing around with the laser if I needed to use if for a self defense situation). Can be had comparatively cheaper, maybe $300, and I'd likely be buying 2nd hand. Drawback seems to be harsh recoil. I recall someone comparing it to high-fiving a sledge hammer. Not that I'm going to be using it as a range toy, but I'd want to shoot a few hundred rounds in the first few weeks just to get acquainted, and at least a few mags on a monthly basis afterwards and I gather it won't be fun. 2. I get the sense from reviews that the P238 shoots like a full size gun with better (night) sights. But presents the drawback of being larger, heavier, and more expensive (I see it at $470 at PSA). Also, I understand it has a 1911 style manual of arms that I'm not accustomed to. Again, I haven't handled one yet, but given the lower recoil and SA trigger, I'm guessing I'm going to be more accurate with it, not to mention will be willing to shoot it more. I did think about the P938 and would really prefer a 9mm, but I'm taking that out of consideration due to 1) larger gun, 2) reviews indicating harsher recoil Any thoughts?

They distributed something, but I got there a bit late and didn't get a copy. He's 100% focused on CCW and taking the offense. He's following a 3-prong approach: 1) lobby for national CCW reciprocity to include non-residents, 2) take advantage of Christie's presidential aspirations to push him to change the admin code to count self defense as justifiable need, 3) put on a big push to recall Stephen Sweeney, working together with other groups that he's pissed off. 3b) take an activist role in state legislative elections where anti-gunners won by narrow margins. While a Loretta Weinberg might be untouchable, we can make clear to other politicians that our dissatisfaction with her anti-gun stance will be taken out on them.

I thought it was a great meeting last night. Honestly, I came in not having very high expectations, but I loved Alex's focus and plan of action, and I'm really excited. And thanks for accomodating us Northern NJ members!

I went to their store (I'm in CA) and was tempted to pick one up for sh !ts and giggles, but it seemed like a lot of money to spend for just messing around and the flexibility is really limited since I can't have threaded barrels. Thought their polymer 80% 1911 kits were neat, but then again, I'm in NJ. So I just cursed and bought a t-shirt

I'm thinking of getting this for a 10.5" barrel. Idea is to have reduced muzzle velocity and lower penetration for HD use since I can't have an SBR. And I don't like NJ legal AR pistols. http://aresarmor.com/store/Item/Muzzle_Ares_Breath Assuming it passes muster with the ATF, okay idea or dumb?

Welcome! You could always bring her along

My S&W 686+ 3" .357 revolver. Grip is too big for my small hands. I guess I was too distracted by the shiny stainless steel when first handling it to notice, lol. And I assume people who whine about bore axis don't own any revolvers. I'm undecided on selling it because 1) the first timers I bring to the range absolutely love it, 2) I'm hoping my wife eventually comes around to enjoy shooting, and she did enjoy a revolver during her First Steps class, and 3) it looks pretty in my safe.

I believe OP has been denied an NJ CCW, but hasn't had a problem getting P2Ps since then.

What other guns do you have? I guess it boils down to the extent that you want similar or different guns. Polymer striker versus a metal DA/SA? I don't have any experience with used Sigs, but I do notice that it's relatively easy to source parts. In fact, you'll see on eBay a complete used parts kit for a p229, ex frame and mag, for under $200. I have both a P229 and VP9. I got the P229 first and chose it over the a P226 because the longer barrel on the P226 seemed somewhat cumbersome and unwieldly (yeah, I know it's only an extra 1/2 inch), and I didn't seem to shoot it any more accurately than the P229. Having said that, I'm now probably going to pick up a used P226 at some point because I just finished reading American Sniper and I'm now feel like a SEAL wannabe If I had to choose between a P229 and VP9 (and didn't have any other guns), I'd choose the P229, and that's because I like the "safety" of a DA initial pull in stress situations. I once heard a noise in my home downstairs and was almost certain there was someone down there. I made sure all family members were accounted for and went to investigate with my P229. All the trigger discipline I had been practicing didn't mean squat and my index finger kept getting drawn to the trigger like a magnet. Of course, this was a training issue for me, and not necessarily a gun issue. Also, it won't be relevant if you have other guns that fill that role. Another thing I like about my P229 is the sight picture. I have factory night sights and get the best results with somewhere between a sight picture #2 and #3. My VP9 is a true sight picture #3, and this kind of annoys me since it obscures the target. This would of course be more of an issue with smaller targets at longer distances. Also, I understand Sigs were meant to come from the factory set for #3, so it just might be my gun. There's also felt recoil, with the metal SIGs soaking up more of it compared to the polymer VP9. Personally, I never really noticed the difference until a beginner I brought to the range pointed it out. Just some thoughts to consider. I guess it boils down to what you already have, what you're looking for, and if it's meant to fill a particular role.

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What's up with the pistol in the guys left hand beginning at 0:28. The slide locks back after each shot, and he shoves it forward with his thumb to put it back into battery.

If I really nitpick, the only bad things about my VP9 were 1. Trigger sucked right out of the box, but I could feel it smoothing out noticeably with each dryfire. It became pretty good after continued dryfiring and putting some rounds downrange, and took a few hundred rounds before it really started to shine. 2. The loaded chamber indicator is worthless. I'm not sure that it's even functional.

If you follow @slide_fire on Instagram, they have a teaser pic of an upcoming product release that appears to show a moving pistol grip.

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I recommend a private lesson with an instructor that can review the fundamentals with you one-on-one, diagnose your issues, and recommend specific corrections for improvement. I don't know where you're located, but in northern NJ both Gun for Hire and RTSP offer this.

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I was always under the impression that "impact resistant" polycarbonate lenses aren't specifically designed to serve as eye protection. They're more impact resistant compared to glass, but don't meet specific eye protection standards, e.g. ANSI, OSHA or whatever. Of course someone let me know that I'm wrong. Of course they'd be better than nothing and I'm not one to talk since I've just been using moderately high index (thin) polycarbonate lens RX glasses. But lately I've started to get more paranoid. I've been to steel matches where I've seen people getting pretty decent cuts to their cheek 15 yds back. Sometimes I'll be at an indoor range where they permit birdshot, I get paranoid about one of the pellets catching the target hanger and richocheting back to me. And I could have sworn reading here a couple weeks back about someone's gun that blew up shooting faulty remanufactured ammo. All these things are making me wary of pushing my luck with standard lenses.

I have the Crossbow Suppressor frame (thinner temples for use with ear pro) and the Vice RX insert.

I just got a pair done a few days ago, and I don't know if it's me or if there was an error producing the lenses, but they make me extremely dizzy. I need to go back and have them checked (done by a random optometrist in NYC). I'm worried that the pupillary distance might be off. I gave them the lens insert without the mount, and when unmounted, the spacing between the lenses is much narrower.

I'd settle for campaign contributions in my name to the 2016 state senate and gubernatorial candidates along with requests that they serve as references for my CCW application.

Elite has night sights and I think muzzle end serrations. edit: I stand corrected

For those of you in the area, Targetmaster in Chadds Ford, PA has the P320 available to rent in both carry and full size frames. I only got to dryfire a rental gun, but so far I'd agree with cam. Little or no slack/creep with a short reset. I found the pull to be just a touch heavier than my VP9, but didn't do a true side-by-side comparision (they have both the VP9 and PPQ available for rent as well). I'm surprised that this gun hasn't gotten more attention. I'm looking for a compact double-stack 9mm and have this on my short list for when permits come in.

I see they have a few different models on sale (albeit backordered) Shotlock Mechanical Handgun Safe - $99 http://www.costco.com/.product.100142031.html Shotlock Mechanical Shotgun lock - $99 http://www.costco.com/.product.100142030.html