Brando

I think it might have been either the Delaware or Maryland welcome center that we stopped at, but I'm not sure. What is the issue with Maryland?

We went down 95 pretty much the whole way then followed the gps to and eventually ended up on rt 66 to FairFax, VA. I made two stops on the way down, one in Philly to pick up my friends, second at a rest stop to get a redbull. Once I arrived at my friend's residence he locked them in his safe. Driving back North today we stopped for gas at service center, philadelphia, and then back home.

Thanks everyone again for the tips and advice. We went to Sharpshooters on Saturday and it was a good time. The range was empty and everyone was very friendly. My only complaint was inside the ports was an ice box! I shot a few of my friend's guns and looks like Christmas I might get another one :x

We will be going to the Sharpshooters range, my friend has been before and said it is good. I have my 2 pistols in my range bag with trigger locks + locks through the slides. I have my ammo in an ammo can, but it is not locked. Should I buy a lock for my ammo can too? Thanks for all the help!

Going away this weekend, wish me luck! Anyone have recommendations on ranges near Fairfax VA

Yes they will be unloaded, magazines and guns in separate compartments and ammo in separate compartments. I am not too worried about traveling in VA with them in my friend's car given his position, but my concern was traveling in NJ to PA down to VA with them. Thanks for the insight!

I am planning to visit my friend who lives in VA in approximately 2 weeks. He works for a government agency and has an array of pistols and rifles. I would like to while down there to go to the range with him and bring my XDM 9 and 1911 to let him try. What are the regulations if I was to put locks on my guns and transport them from NJ to VA in my trunk? I would be stopping in Philadelphia to pick up 2 friends and then heading down, but the guns would remain in my trunk until we reach my friend's residence, where they would then be locked in his safe. I've never transported my guns beyond the range and would like some insight. Thank you, Brandon

Welcome to the forums girlfriend

hmm good point, I think I'm going to go with the DD w/ the aimpoint then! Thank you!

I was looking into building the AR and browsed a bunch of different build threads, etc. This is what I came up with, open to suggestions and if I'm missing anything. Thanks in advance. My Build 1. Lower: .Spike-s Tactical Lower (Multi) Forged Spider - $99.00 or .AGP Arms Forged AR-15 Lower Receiver - $110.00 .Daniel Defense Lower Reciever Parts Kit - $99.00 2. Upper: .Spikes Tactical Upper (5.56) 16" M4 LE w/9" BAR2 Rail - $679.00 3. Sights: .Magpul Back-Up Sight – Rear - $57.99 .Magpul Back-Up Sight – Front - $39.95 4. Stock: .CTR Carbine Stock – Mil-Spec Model - $79.95 The other option is I pickup the deal azmaveth posted for a DD V5 LW with an Aimpoint PRO for $1,639. http://www.gandrtactical.com/cgi-bin/commerce.cgi?preadd=action&key=7109-NS

azmaveth that is an awesome deal thank you! How are aimpoint pro optics?

I've been looking at off the shelf buys and looking into daniel defense. Daniel Defense M4 Carbine, v7 (No Sights)https://danieldefense.com/daniel-defense-m4-carbine-v7-no-sights.html I am going to look into building one over the New Year's break and see how that pans out too. Realistically the DD V7 would be nice and then I'd just need to add flip sights and once I get used to it maybe an optic.

Im not set on a quad rail, I've only fired a handful of ARs at the range to be honest. I'm open to suggestions other than the S&W. I will check out the ones other members have posted.

Sorry posted in the wrong forum area, still learning the site. I am located in North Jersey - Caldwell. I will check out the ones suggested thank you!

So I'm researching AR15s and was thinking of building one, but think I'd prefer to buy one off the shelf. My budget is $1500 and I was looking at this one: http://www.smith-wesson.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product4_750001_750051_786045_-1_757784_757784_757784_ProductDisplayErrorView_Y Or I wouldnt be opposed to buying a lower and upper and matching them, but could use some guidance. I've been reading like crazy and my head is spinning, Main use will be for shooting at the range and home defense. Thanks in advance!

What is the discount on ammo? Ramsey has 9mm 50 round for $20.00, when I rented the Glock 19 from RTSP the 9mm ammo was $29.99. I might have convinced my mother who is anti-guns to come to the range with me. We'll see how that goes .

I was at RTSP Friday night and Saturday, rented 2 pistols and then went back Saturday to shoot my new pistol. I am considering the membership as I plan to go twice a month, great facility and the staff is friendly.

Lmao I'll bring the gun you guys bring the ammo, coffee, donuts My piggy bank is spent for the next month or so until I get my bonus in December. At that point I'll be buying my 2nd pistol and probably an AR15 and a larger gun safe .

I was suprised too considering the Detective said it could take 3 - 6 months. I don't know if it matters that my uncle is retired Paterson PD of 35 years or that my references one is a LEO and the other is a government agent, but I was still happy. After shooting my pistol today I am hooked to say the least. Now to research a bigger safe and continue on . I am researching some classes to take as a new gun owner too.

Maybe I'll take a ride out there, I also need to purchase a larger safe as I plan on purchasing a rifle or 2.

Today I acquired my first handgun after getting approved for my FID and 2 pistol permits on 9/26 from West Caldwell. I tested a springfield xd40 and a glock 19 gen 3 at RTSP last night 10/11/13. I liked the glock alot and the springfield xd40 was nice, but a bit too much for me as it was only the 3rd/4th time I've been to a range. Well I stopped over at Ramsey Outdoor after RTSP closed and really liked the Springfield XDM. I purchased a Springfield XDM 9mm 3.8 compact, unfortunately NICS was closed as it was later in the day. I went back today at 9 am when Ramsey opened, but turns out NICs doesn't open until 10 AM. After waiting around for a bit I was finally able to process everyting and leave with my new XDM. I took it to RTSP and shot 100 rounds through it without any hiccups. I think I found my new hobby!! I look forward to going to the range more and having fun. Only concern is does anyone have a good source for 9mm ammo? I would like to bulk purchase probably 1,000 rounds or so to have on hand. Thanks!

Applied 8/30/2013 Finger printed 9/3/2013 Received: 9/26/2013 The process was quick and easy, no complaints at all, and was very happy with how professional they were. I went to RTSP last night and shot a springfield XD40 and a glock 19 gen3. The glock kept jamming on me, but it was most likely due to being a rental and a bit dirty. After RTSP closed I took a ride to Ramsey Outdoor and decided to make my first purchase. I went with a Springfield XDM 9mm, picked it up today and took it to RTSP. I put 100 rounds through it without a hiccup and the speedloader it comes with is pretty good. It might be safe to say I'm addicted to the range now, plan is to probably go twice a month to shoot. Thanks everyone for the warm welcome!

I will take a look thanks for the recommendations. I plan on going to the range to see if I can rent them and see what I like the best.

Hello everyone, Just got approved for my FID + Pistol permits, I have been to the range a few times with my friends, but overall know little when it comes to different guns. So far I've been looking at a Sig P229, Springfield X3 or XD9 or a Glock (unsure which). Any recommendations/advice is greatly appreciated. I look forward to reseaching my first purchases and am very excited! Thanks, Brandon

Applied 8/30/2013 Finger printed 9/3/2013 Friend received reference forms 9/6/2013 Received Permit: 9/26/2013 1. Application type (FID/permit w/ existing FID). Initial FID with 2 P2P 2. Police Department where you applied. West Caldwell PD 3. Name of the person you dealt with at the PD: Detective Mazzio 4. Time taken to issue FID and/or permit. Applied 8/30/2013, Finger printed 9/3/2013, FID and permits ready 9/26/2013 5. Documents required by the PD (aside from the standard application and the mental health release form). Standard forms only & drivers license 6. Notes - anything pertaining to the application process (unforeseen difficulties, chief of police calling your home, you hiring an attorney, etc.) - I had no issues with applying for my FID and the PD was very welcoming and helpful with getting everything in order. I was not expecting for it to be so quick at slightly over 3 weeks, but West Caldwell PD handled everything very professionally and quickly.