It's been a bit, but I finally went to Florida to visit mom.  Seeing her was wonderful and we had some of the best talks we've had in quite a while.  I also re-connected with my Cousin.  We had some pretty fun times at some local watering holes.  In shorts and t-shirt, no less.

 

Anyway, most of my spare time was hitting up the local shops looking at the things that we can't own in NJ.  Lots of SBR's and Suppressors were to be had.  I saw a Spikes Tactical "Compressor" in person.  Basically, Spike's version of the Honey Badger from what I can tell.  Short barrel, integrally suppressed 300Blk fun gun.  It was pre-sold to a guy in Texas. 

 

I also took the opportunity to shoot a full auto AK 47.  180 rounds was enough.  To say that movies do that firearm an injustice is an understatement.  It was an absolute ball. 

 

Additionally I hit up a local gun show.  7 dollars at the door and all the paper towels I could use to mop up the drool.

 

My mom lives in Port St. Lucie.  There is a new shop/range in the area.  They are called Lotus Gunworks right on Rte. 1 on the Pt. St. Lucie/Jensen Beach border.  The nicest range in the immediate area.  It's where I shot the AK.  The folks that work there are extremely nice and knowledgeable.  Prices are reasonable with a really nice selection of new and used.  The range personnel are also awesome.  Julia helped me with the AK.  Set me up with time on the range and ammo.  I was introduce to Chris, the RSO.  He was awesome.  He stayed with me showing me how the gun worked and loaded, giving me advice on how to handle it and generally staying put so that no one got hurt.  He had me put 40 rounds thru the gun in semi and then move onto full auto.  A very knowledgeable and patient person. 

 

If anyone from here finds themselves in the PSL/Jensen Beach/Stuart area, I highly suggest that you check this place out.  I have contact info if anyone needs.  I don't work with or for them, either.  They were solid enough that they deserve a great recommendation.  So, they're getting one.

 

 http://www.lotusgunrange.com/

 

And yes, I want to move.

 

C

Thanks Chris, passed this on to my cousin who introduced me to firearms, his dad, a Korean war vet, lives in PSL and has been complaining that there's nowhere close to shoot...

That's awesome!!

 

C