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Re: Wexford I've never been to the State Game Lands but I heard rumors that people there were getting license plate numbers and looking up addresses to hit the houses. Not sure how much blind paranoia this is. The club I'm a member of, Millvale Sportsman's Club is near the game lands bit isn't assosiated with it. Anyone in the north west area of Pittsburgh should check it out. 200m rifle range with CMP targets, 25m pistol range, skeet, trap, and 5 position. The only thing I wish it had was some 3 gun.
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has anyone checked out the clay shooting in NE philly yet?
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DakianDelomast posted:Re: Wexford I've never been to the State Game Lands but I heard rumors that people there were getting license plate numbers and looking up addresses to hit the houses. Not sure how much blind paranoia this is. The club I'm a member of, Millvale Sportsman's Club is near the game lands bit isn't assosiated with it. Anyone in the north west area of Pittsburgh should check it out. 200m rifle range with CMP targets, 25m pistol range, skeet, trap, and 5 position. The only thing I wish it had was some 3 gun. $50 NON REFUNDABLE application fee, another $50 for initiation fee, plus $80 a year, and a minimum of 30 days between application and acceptance presuming there are no objections? I'll risk Wexford.
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 SEPT 19th Sporting Clay People Can we start getting a list together? i want to see if we have enough people to get a 'special' group going. this is the 100% confirmed date we are going up, right?
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Roundboy posted:
As I said on IRC, I'm down for the 19th assuming I can get my shift in the emergency room changed from the 7a-3a shift to the 11p-7a shift. Once the date is confirmed I'll go bother some people to make it happen. I would be driving in from NYC, and definitely willing to pick up anyone who's kinda on the way if anyone needs a ride. I don't own a shotgun, but it looks like they have rentals/loaners, so I should be good. In other news, there is a possibility that I will be moving to PA next year depending on the outcome of the NRMP match in March. I applied to 3 programs in Philly and one in Lehigh Valley (out of 30 programs total).
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Roundboy posted:has anyone checked out the clay shooting in NE philly yet? Which place are you referring to, Holmesburg Fish and Game? It's right off 95, I used to shoot there all the time but have been broke/lazy lately. For reference, it's $4 a round and you don't have to be a member.
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I shoot at Easton Fish & Game right near Freemansburg. Beautiful little range. Very clean and neat. Never had a problem there. They have a nice dedicated rimfire range that is calm and easygoing. http://efga.net/
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Roundboy posted:There is a place RIGHT outside philly, on westchester pike and rt 1, that does 99% of our transfers. he is $20/25 or $25/$30 long gun / handgun (forget exact) and is VERY easy to deal with. What's the name of this place? How is the inventory otherwise?
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| # ? Sep 3, 2010 22:06 |
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In for the 19th. I'm also game for checking out HF&G for some sweet trap and skeet.
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| # ? Sep 3, 2010 22:22 |
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Roundboy posted:
Confirming for awesomeness.
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| # ? Sep 3, 2010 22:24 |
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Sounds confirmed enough for me to try to get the day off. Yay!
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| # ? Sep 3, 2010 22:37 |
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In for the 19th as well.
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I'm about 30 miles north of the Lehigh Valley, but I've never been to this place. I think I know where it is though, my finances father lives in/near Coplay. I've never been to any kind of actual range, I live in the boonies so I just shoot in my back yard pretty much usually. I have a semi-tactilol Mossberg 500 that my cousin traded to me for some random stuff, would that be an ok gun to use for something like this or would I end up looking like an idiot? It has an 18 1/2" barrel, dumb pistol grip and a silly collapsible stock. I just don't want to show up to something like this and look like an idiot, even if I am. I am very interested in coming to shoot guns and hang with internet strangers assuming I can use this gun and you guys don't mind my presence.
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| # ? Sep 3, 2010 22:58 |
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no pistol grip 18" barrels allowed. the shotguns you rent for $10 are 110% worth it. Plus we can share. The 19th is gonna roooock. (please god no rain) everyone go buy a couple bulk packs of walmart 12g 7.5 shot (or 8 or 9). its $20/100 shells. The sporting course is 100 shots, and I am of a mind to try other trap there too, its cheap enough. They sell bulk packs as well for just a few dollars more, so don't sweat it. Foghorn, find an applebees.
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Roundboy posted:Foghorn, find an applebees. Three steps ahead of you. So, are NORMAL (Like, an 870) 18" shotties OK? What about Saigas?
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Uhhhh DKHelmet did you look at the schedule of events? SEPT 19 - National Wild Turkey Federation Fundraiser -(1130am-3pm) doesn't say the course is closed, but we should call and make a reservation. regarding shotguns: quote:All guns must be field shotguns ie: no pistol grips or collapsible stocks; 24" barrel minimum.
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Roundboy posted:no pistol grip 18" barrels allowed. Bummer. I guess I am still interested in coming along though. Sounds like it's going to be a blast. I can just borrow one of my buddies normal hunting style shotguns instead of renting. If I were to put a different stock on the Mossberg would it be ok then or is the barrel length still an issue? I personally don't like the pistol grip on it or the collapsible stock, but that's what it came with and considering the excellent deal he gave me I wasn't going to complain, heh. EDIT: Nevermind, you cleared that up as I was typing I guess. I'll borrow something.
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seriously. for $10 you get a kick as over/under. Find a buddy to split it and you can each use it. You shoot one at a time, 6 shells total. Either put the shared gun in the racks provided, or just hand it off to the next guy. We did it, and its fine. There is no 1:1 shotgun:shooter requirement. you want > 18" because there are some long shots. and lose the pistol grip because this is the sport of popes and kings. We have class 
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OP updated. Will do the competition part later. Clicky   operation_paperclip posted:What's the name of this place? How is the inventory otherwise? The guy to use who is a pretty cool and chill dude with a bonus being that you can take the subway and then the bus drops you off in front of his store. Remind him to save the box if you are getting a rifle though or else you will be taking home a rifle wrapped in rags. You can find him on my google maps link. He is Howard Block and his shop is Block Upholstery/JB Arms. Very cool dude. Would you want to go shoot for like an hour or so on thursday between 4 and 6pm? I have dinner in the area and a slow work day and haven't gone shooting there in ages. I just got a magnifier for this gun if it entices you to show up. Ammo is on me. 
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Roundboy posted:Uhhhh DKHelmet did you look at the schedule of events? Already verified that it's open to regular, non-fake-turkey shooters. I can call in a reservation once we get a solid headcount.
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Did I miss anyone or any plans change? ornery owl king of the bongo DkHelmet foghorn roundboy shookwell Antigeist Are any of these people able to make it? Operation- a ride, guns and ammo can be arranged. Operation Paperclip, fremry, sadwhalefamily (roommate?) lil deez ?
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Don't think I'll be able to make it. Sorry dudes. Thanks, though.
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I guess in the event there is anyone in the Schuylkill county area that would need a ride I can offer that. I live right on Rt. 309 so there really isn't any where that is out of my way too much in this area. Just let me know.
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Anyone have a membership to the Harrisburg Hunters & Anglers? The various ranges are nice and it would be cool to have someone to go play with. Its a pain in the rear end to get day passes for bringing people in so now its just lonely shooting for me  If not, they do have skeet/trap on SAT/SUN and it's like, 3$ a round for skeet (never played trap) no membership required.
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Yeah, I'm in. It's been way too long since I've shot some clays. The only shotgun I own right now is a single-shot Wouldn't mind renting one of those O/U's though, they sound nice.
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I'm going shooting with a friend in easton this weekend, is sgl 205 a decent range? I tried to find other ranges in the area but I have no idea what's good, what requires membership (since I'll probably never go back), what's the cheapest, so on and so forth. On a related note, does anybody know of a range in or within a cab ride of downtown scranton? Having to go all the way to sgl 307 in archbald when someone will give me a ride kind of sucks. Filthiest Alf fucked around with this message at Sep 6, 2010 around 18:33 |
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Gun stores in Montgomery/Bucks Counties: Seneca Arms 116 Gravel Pike Green Ln, PA 18054 -Best gun shop in Montgomery county, bar none. John's a great guy, very friendly. Stores packed with milsurp, AR's, ammo, random poo poo. Want a Lahti? He's got one. Shop isn't very organized, but that's part of the fun. Also has some reloading supplies. Worth the drive if you're in Philly. Open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays only till 5 (thanks operation_paperclip) American Arms and Ammo 808 Bethlehem Pike Rte 309 Colmar, PA 18915 -Not bad. Lots of flashy new stuff like ACR's and whatnot. Good selection of pistols. Not too much ammo though. Prices can be iffy at times, but they're open to negotiation. Worth a visit, but not if you're far away. Lowe's Certified Guns 1119 Bethlehem Pike Sellersville PA 18960 -Overpriced, assholish staff. Last time I was there they had an M44 with a pitch black bore for $200. gently caress that. I only go here if I absolutely have to, because their selection is admittedly pretty good if you're willing to shell out the cash. Also, they have a huge scrolling sign that reads "NO HAGGLING" That just gives off a bad vibe for me. Owner was also caught making multiple accounts on PAFOA to praise his shop and counter a guy who they had ripped off. Them's some good business practices I reckon. Target World Inc. 529 West Butler Avenue Chalfont, PA 18914 -Don't ever loving go here. Everyone, literally everyone, is an rear end in a top hat. Prices aren't anything special and even if they were, the staff would put me off. They're that bad. If you absolutely must go here, they do have a good selection of alot of stuff. Overall, not worth the visit even if you're close by. Dell's Guns 641 Route 309 Montgomeryville, PA 18936 -Interesting shop. Selection is small, but what is there is usually pretty interesting and uncommon. Dude who runs it is very nice as well. I'm pretty sure this is mostly a Gunbroker operation, but it's worth a visit if you're in the area. Heard his transfers are pretty cheap too. Quinby's Gun Shop Route 313 & Applebutter Rd. Dublin, Pa. 18917 -I haven't been here in a long time, but last time I was there they were really friendly and had an alright selection. Dunno about prices though. I'd say give it a go if you're local. George Zimmer fucked around with this message at Sep 6, 2010 around 20:57 |
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Seneca Arms is indeed an excellent store. I believe it is now only open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, or by appointment as the owner wants to concentrate on online sales. Definitely worth calling ahead to verify before making a trip.
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operation_paperclip posted:Seneca Arms is indeed an excellent store. I believe it is now only open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, or by appointment as the owner wants to concentrate on online sales. Definitely worth calling ahead to verify before making a trip. Ah, you're indeed correct. It's also only till 5. Kind of a bummer, but he's shifting his focus. I'll edit that in my post.
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operation_paperclip posted:Seneca Arms is indeed an excellent store. I believe it is now only open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, or by appointment as the owner wants to concentrate on online sales. Sounds like a great place; is there indeed a website? Quick googling only shows random reviews. EDIT: slightly less-quick googling showed up a Facebook that linked to the Gunbroker seller page: http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/Se...spx?User=199400
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SadWhaleFamily posted:Sounds like a great place; is there indeed a website? Quick googling only shows random reviews. No website. Was this the Facebook link you found? Cause that's pretty much it as far as his web presence goes.
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Re-posting this from the old SE PA thread for edification: Roundboy posted:Confirmed FC closing from 8/16/10 through 9/17/10. No reason that I can find. Maybe we can have a huge bash when French Creek (SGL 43) opens up again.
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Monkey vs. Banana posted:Anyone have a membership to the Harrisburg Hunters & Anglers? The various ranges are nice and it would be cool to have someone to go play with. Its a pain in the rear end to get day passes for bringing people in so now its just lonely shooting for me Not yet! I am trying to join in November. I was told that if you join then you will get Nov-Dec for free, then your annual membership will cover Jan-Dec the following year. My girlfriend and I are sick and tired of the public ranges around here. I feel the $200 a year for us both is money well spent. Perhaps, a guest pass or two? I can come with my girlfriend some weekend and you can show us around. Or we could meet up on one of the "public" shooting days. Like this Saturdays 22 silhouette shoot.
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Roundboy posted:
Pretty sure I'm in for the 19th. Yay!
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c4t3 posted:What up, Lehigh Brotha'! Stonybrook shooting supplies in East York is a really nice place. The guy has long hours, isn't a dick, only sells guns he knows are in good shape, and prices more than fair. Now that the ranting is out of the way, I'm an eastern PA shooter during the week/southwestern PA shooter on the weekends (go back to see family etc). I'm really serious about getting into USPSA/IPSC/Steel challenge and maybe NRA bullseye competition. I shoot my 9mm USP (that I got used from Stonybrook Shooting Supplies in East york) pretty much every weekday at Easton fish and game (that place is great). I'm really new to shooting this much, and I've been working on developing my thumbs forward isosceles form and not anticipating recoil. If anyone is a seasoned competition vet in this area who would like to train a fresh eyed recruit, hit me up at nate.zorblack at the gmail. Also hit me up if you just want to enjoy some shooting in that area on weekday nights. For the thread: York Izaak Walton Pistol http://www.yorkiwlaipsc.com/ They shoot USPSA and steel challenge, host the mid atlantic sectional championships for USPSA (and maybe steel?), and seem to be a pretty decent group from their website. I'm going to the mid atlantic sectionals just to watch next saturday at 8 am, anyone competing there?
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Zorblack posted:Don't go to Golden Trigger, gently caress that guy forever. I went in looking for a price on a 9mm full size USP, I told him I wanted a price on a full size USP in 9mm, he spent 15 minutes telling me why his prices are so drat high (protip: it's because he's an rear end in a top hat with a correspondence course gunsmith license), then he gave me prices on a P30L and a P2000. Then he closed his book, and I reminded him that I wanted a price on the thing I came into his shop to ask about, he opened his book and shat out a goddamn insulting price (like $850) and told me that transfers are a minimum of $60 and the internet is killing the economy. I was in there for 35-40 minutes and left fuming mad. King of The Bongo and I shoot fairly regularly at Double action in Yeadon, PA. The 4th monday of the month is IDPA.. $15 the first round, $10 every other. Bring your own ammo. They are pretty good about giving tips / suggestions ,etc, and its a good time. This month they are on a breat, but picks up again next month. Are you near the philly area?
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lifenomad posted:Not yet! That could be workable, It's 5$ a day pass and you can use anything you want for that outside of the indoor range. The deal there is you need to make an appointment with someone and shoot a piece of paper at ~25yd I think. Its basically so they can find out if your too retarded and going to shoot up the place. You have to be careful on the "free" days because they have people go around and ask for your badge so people don't show up for free black powder and stay for the pistol/plink/rifle range. toss me an email at forme870@hotmail.com if you want to try and work something out.
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I want to know the legality of a landlord refusing a tenant the right to keep a firearm in their apartment. I've heard tell that there is a certain provision in PA banning this practice. I'm in State College, for reference. Who knows a good legal adviser in/around Centre County I could talk to about this? Contributing: Shooters Supplies 9 Short Street West Middlesex, PA 16159-4144 (724) 528-8000 The owner (Chuck) is awesome. He's a level-headed Republican (which I've found extremely rare in PA) who stays up to date with both national and state politics, and doesn't fear-monger in the least. Does transfers for, I think, $35. Mostly a hunting shop, bought my Marlin 60 there and had my Garand and AR lower transferred through him. His dog is also awesome. Newton's Guns 127 Rush Lane Wampum, PA 16157 (724) 535-4767 Also awesome. Does gunsmithing, specializes in milsurp. Mostly restoration. Was willing but leery about attempting to remove my FSB from my AR but did a pretty good job all things considered, can't remember what he charged me. Fifteen bucks I think, I gave him $20. I'm not impressed with Duke's. surprise sex prices on anything remotely HSLD. surprise sex prices on .223. poo poo, they're still selling Brown Bear for $.40/rd, more than that for Wolf and PMC Bronze. Most of the staff is friendly, but there's an older skinnier dude who's grumpy and wanted to know exactly why my asian friend and I wanted to find an entry-level bolt-action .22. "Aw, you ain't gonna find nothin' under two hundred." Fifty Three fucked around with this message at Sep 8, 2010 around 05:54 |
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Fifty Three posted:I want to know the legality of a landlord refusing a tenant the right to keep a firearm in their apartment. I've heard tell that there is a certain provision in PA banning this practice. I'm in State College, for reference. Who knows a good legal adviser in/around Centre County I could talk to about this? Unfortunately here in PA they're free to have that provision in a lease.
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I just shot at French Creek Outfitters. The ammo prices there were a bit obscene (25+ tax for a box Rem 45 ACP) but otherwise a decent range. I shot my smokey rear end 38 wadcutters for my tricked out Model 10, and had some fun with my Colt Commander LW. Nice place, friendly people, you can bring your own ammo, but christ, 25 bucks for a box of Rem 45 ball?
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