A bit about myself; I'm late forties, married with a 12 year old daughter. I'm here alone (actually with my in laws) while I'm attempting to open a new business in downtown Minneapolis. My wife and daughter are finishing out the school year in NYC, sigh.
I bought my first handgun in 1994 (Beretta 85F) which is still my EDC. I'm also at Beretta forum under the same name, btw. It took 1 year for me to obtain my gun permit in NYC in 94. I can only imagine what the process is like now. This place was a totally different story. I got my drivers license on the morning of October 28. That afternoon I took my carry class. The following morning I applied for my PTC downtown in Hennepin county. 8 days later the permit came in the mail. Like I said, America!!!!
Essentially, I feel like a kid in a candy store. I've been going to Bills in robinsdale, weekly. Going to try the new range in Rogers tmrw. I've been to a few gun shows already. Hastings was kind of lame (sorry if I offend anyone) and the one in St. Paul (river center) last weekend, which was much better. Almost bought my first modern rifle (Tavor). I'll be getting one after the holidays.
Anyway, I've done my homework here at this sight prior to registering. I believe I've read every thread in the general, handgun, Long gun and news sections. I hope you don't mind a new, inquisitive member. I do have lots of questions, and I'm hoping that the more knowledgable members won't mind helping me out a long the way.
In the near future, along with buying the Tavor, I'm interested in learning about reloading. I know some of you are accomplished in that. You know who you are. Unfortunately for you, I do too
.Glad to be here!!!!
