While I await my FID, I've been working on my shortlist of handguns to try before I buy. A couple of the specific models are less common and may only be available at resellers outside of NJ (although I will try the forum sponsors first!).

 

A couple of questions:

 

1) If I buy out of state can anyone recommend a NJ FFL that is within a 30 minute drive of Secaucus (07094) that has reasonable charges for handling the transaction and if necessary could modify a hi-capacity magazine down to 15 rnds (e.g. for the XDm).

 

2) As I have 3 pistol permits, if I find 2 handguns I like is it possible to have the NJ FFL hold onto the second one for the balance of the remaining month in order to comply with NJ laws, or must I pay a deposit to the out of state seller to hold the handgun for the month or are there other options?

 

thanks

 

TheWombat

While I await my FID, I've been working on my shortlist of handguns to try before I buy. A couple of the specific models are less common and may only be available at resellers outside of NJ (although I will try the forum sponsors first!).

 

A couple of questions:

 

1) If I buy out of state can anyone recommend a NJ FFL that is within a 30 minute drive of Secaucus (07094) that has reasonable charges for handling the transaction and if necessary could modify a hi-capacity magazine down to 15 rnds (e.g. for the XDm).

 

2) As I have 3 pistol permits, if I find 2 handguns I like is it possible to have the NJ FFL hold onto the second one for the balance of the remaining month in order to comply with NJ laws, or must I pay a deposit to the out of state seller to hold the handgun for the month or are there other options?

 

thanks

 

TheWombat

 

For an FFL: http://www.gunbroker.com/FFL/SearchForFFL.aspx?st=Zip%20Code&sv=07094

 

For reference, Gunbroker has an FFL network where you simply type in your zip code, and it spits out FFLs in your area. It may be more difficult to find someone to pin the magazines. I would suggest contacting PK90 of Arms-n-Ammo(a forum vendor) to see if he could pin your mags. Also check with the FFL or seller to see if they are willing to ship the mags to him.

 

Once you find an FFL that is happy to handle the transfer, make sure they are willing to hold your pistol for the 30-day nonsense prior to sending them the gun. Most are happy to store the gun, but you don't want to just assume this fact. As always, use the price request to give our sponsors a chance to earn your business before running to online vendors.

 

Good luck.

Meltzers in Garfield

the place in lincoln park is cheaper then meltzers, but ive never been there. my family has been dealing with meltzers for 40 years, always been treated well. they held my pistol for almost 3 months while i waited for the permit to finally come in. TJ might be the cheapest, but hes 90 MILES from here, one way. whatever you save in price you waste in gas and tolls.

While I await my FID, I've been working on my shortlist of handguns to try before I buy. A couple of the specific models are less common and may only be available at resellers outside of NJ (although I will try the forum sponsors first!).

 

A couple of questions:

 

1) If I buy out of state can anyone recommend a NJ FFL that is within a 30 minute drive of Secaucus (07094) that has reasonable charges for handling the transaction and if necessary could modify a hi-capacity magazine down to 15 rnds (e.g. for the XDm).

 

2) As I have 3 pistol permits, if I find 2 handguns I like is it possible to have the NJ FFL hold onto the second one for the balance of the remaining month in order to comply with NJ laws, or must I pay a deposit to the out of state seller to hold the handgun for the month or are there other options?

 

thanks

 

TheWombat

 

 

Most anything available to a reseller (FFL) outside of NJ is also available inside NJ. The NJ rules don't apply to FFLs in NJ. In other words, an FFL can have greater than 15 capacity mags and flash hiders and other evil things. They just can't sell the evil things to NJ residents.

The true value in Lincoln Park is great. $40 transfers. Don't think they can pin the mags though.

Action Shooters Supply in Haledon is also very good, but, does not pin mags to my knowledge.

 

Out of curiosity, what are the "less common" guns you're interested in?

Action Shooters Supply in Haledon is also very good, but, does not pin mags to my knowledge.

 

Out of curiosity, what are the "less common" guns you're interested in?

 

Sig P226 with SRT (that is not an Elite)

H&K P30 or P30L with LEM and no safety

 

TheWombat

Sig P226 with SRT (that is not an Elite)

H&K P30 or P30L with LEM and no safety

 

TheWombat

 

Have you shot an HK w/ LEM? If the safety is an issue you can get one in V3, which is da/sa w/ decocker and no safety.

I live right up the road from true value ,they are 40 like was said . But i know for a fact that they do not and never have done any type of gun repair,mods or work.

hardware store with an FFL. They will get you ammo and they used to(years ago) sell rifles and shotguns.

Have you shot an HK w/ LEM? If the safety is an issue you can get one in V3, which is da/sa w/ decocker and no safety.

 

Not so concerned on the safety. Almost everyone I've spoken to (including Sig DA/SA owners) has recommended going LEM with the P30. I will be trying both LEM and DA/SA before I buy.

 

 

TheWombat

Not so concerned on the safety. Almost everyone I've spoken to (including Sig DA/SA owners) has recommended going LEM with the P30. I will be trying both LEM and DA/SA before I buy.

 

 

TheWombat

 

I recommend it. LEM is great for a carry gun, but for range/comp use, da/sa wins IMO.