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Hello from West Caldwell, first time gun owner

Brando
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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

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    Welcome Brandon!

    In addition, take a look at Beretta 92FS, M&P, Ruger SR9.

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    Welcome to the shooting sport and the forums.. Glock 19 is a great gun for a new shooter..

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    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.

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    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.

    You're not far away from the Woodland Park range.  They have a variety of firearms for rent.

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    Glocks can be a little bit of a challange for the new shooter due to the trigger/saftey arrangement.

     

    First, decide what you want to use the pistol for....IDPA,bullseye,causal plinking, self defense    than make a decision on caliber and

    revolver vs semi auto.

     

    from Roseland

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    Hi Brandon!

    I have a good friend who lives in West Caldwell. He is also a gun owner but he hasn't gone to the range in a little while. I keep saying we need to go down to Gun for Hire's new range in Woodland Park. Maybe one day I'll make good on that promise. 

     

    Out of curiousity, how long did it take you to get your permits in WC? 

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    Hello and welcome to the Forums!
    :hi:

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    Hi Brandon!

     

    I have a good friend who lives in West Caldwell. He is also a gun owner but he hasn't gone to the range in a little while. I keep saying we need to go down to Gun for Hire's new range in Woodland Park. Maybe one day I'll make good on that promise. 

     

    Out of curiousity, how long did it take you to get your permits in WC

     

     

    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!

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    Wow! West Caldwell issues in 30 days, I'm impressed.

     

    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.

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    The biggest hold up is usually mental health and some other unknown thing. Essex county had issues with mental health records after Sandy but it looks like those are cleared up now. Latest I heard is that the Passaic County adjuster's office has a backlog that could be affecting permits and FIDs. 

     

    Anyway welcome to the forum and enjoy!!!

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    Welcome to the forum. I am also a west Caldwell resident, stop in and say hi. See ya at 7-11.

     

    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.

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    The membership is perfect for anyone that is shooting at least twice a month. The savings on ammo alone, pays for it in spades. Glad you are hVing a positive experience at our facility.

     

    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 :fan: .

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