Related to the transporting firearms in NJ, I have a question.

 

Assuming that your ammo is locked in a separate ammo container, separate from the guns, is it ok to have ammo loaded into magazines in your car? In other words, do I need to transport my ammo loose or in boxes (within the locked container), or can I load up a mess of magazines at home and transport those in the locked container?

 

I figured as long as the ammo was locked it didn't matter, but a friend of mine thinks that ammo in a magazine in the car, even locked, is a no-no.

 

-Melgamatic

Threre is no law saying your mags. must be empty while transporting in your vehicle.

I was told that a magazine, even when separated from the gun, is considered a firearm. I always travel with my mags empty and load at the range. Why tempt fate??

 

K

I was told that a magazine, even when separated from the gun, is considered a firearm

 

You were told wrong as far as NJ is concerned. However in some states, that is true. This is not one of them.

I was told that a magazine, even when separated from the gun, is considered a firearm

 

You were told wrong as far as NJ is concerned. However in some states, that is true. This is not one of them.

 

I find that amusing.

 

"Drive around with loaded magazines all you want, but god help you if your gun's stock collapses or it has a bayonet lug." :roll:

bayonet lug."

 

Heaven's forbid. Somewhat related is the way I see shooters firing at the range. they come in with a hundred rounds or whatever caliber they chose. They load up the magazines to the top with fifteen rounds and bang away. Ten or twenty seconds later they are empty. In 15 minutes, the ammo is gone and they have learned nothing. Massive amounts of ammo fired proves nothing. A training regiment should be established that provides a well rounded level of experience in all areas of handgun control.

 

So having magazines loaded when you go to the range doesn't really prove anything.

 

Here's one that I use.

 

Be aware that some ranges will restrict what and how you can do on the firing line. clear it with the range officer prior to following the course. Modify for use under your conditions.

 

 

I have 4 magazines for the M&P, each holds 15. I never load more then 5 at a time, and try to use those 5 as if they're the only ammo I have. Since I don't shoot but every 2 or 3 weeks, there are some perishable skills I have to relearn each time. I'll work on grip, target acquisition/reacquisition, grouping, weak hand, limp wrist, offhand, seated, etc., but only 5 at a time, and I pick up the brass after each 20. It gives me more time on the range, I don't tire as quickly, and I feel like I'm accomplishing something each time I send 5 downrange. As much fun as it is to punch a couple of hundred holes in a sheet of paper as quickly as possible, this system works for me.

 

Ken

I pick up the brass after each 20

 

One of the better ways to slow down.