Looking to buy my first gun, heard this was the place to go!

View · by **Back In Black** on Sun Oct 20, 2013 11:09 pm

gunsmith wrote:Are you guys referring to the S&W M&P 9 or the compact or the Shield. I'm curious as to which is on sale at FF this week

S&W M&P 9 full size is $489.99 at FF through Oct 26th.

S&W M&P 40 compact with 3 mags (307303) BNIB can be had for $399.95 on the interlink. Buy the factory 9c barrel and 9mm mags and you have two guns in one. Buy the factory 357 barrel and you have 3 guns in one.

View · by **LePetomane** on Mon Oct 21, 2013 4:10 am

All good advice but be aware of the fact that .22 ammunition is in short supply.

View · by **ex-LT** on Mon Oct 21, 2013 7:32 am

MNSteveB wrote:I'll be getting my PTP on Tuesday so I don't have to worry about finding a seller who doesn't need to see one. Or if a new gun happens to cross my path that is a great deal.

I'm assuming you meant to say you'll be applying for your PTP on Tuesday. The top cop has 7 days to approve or deny. Unfortunately, there are no repercussions for dragging the decision/notification out, so be prepared to wait until AT LEAST the 29th before you hear a yea or nay from the city.

View · by **yuppiejr** on Mon Oct 21, 2013 7:36 am

Anoka County has been pretty quick, he'll probably have it before the end of the week if he gets his paperwork in Tuesday.

View · by **grimbeaver** on Mon Oct 21, 2013 10:12 am

ex-LT wrote:
MNSteveB wrote:I'll be getting my PTP on Tuesday so I don't have to worry about finding a seller who doesn't need to see one. Or if a new gun happens to cross my path that is a great deal.

I'm assuming you meant to say you'll be applying for your PTP on Tuesday. The top cop has 7 days to approve or deny. Unfortunately, there are no repercussions for dragging the decision/notification out, so be prepared to wait until AT LEAST the 29th before you hear a yea or nay from the city.

Then there's always the fine print. Brooklyn Park apparently wanted a few extra days so they only "accept" applications on Tuesdays, thus if you turn it in Wednesday they don't consider the 7 days started until the following Tuesday. However I think I turned mine in on a Thursday and had it the following Monday so they don't always stick to that.

I'll second checking out Capra's. Bought my XDS 9mm and a Citori there this year. Good guys and they have good prices.

As for a 22LR to start, I got a Beretta Neos. Inexpensive and fun to shoot, highly recommend checking it out if you are looking at 22LR.

View · by **smurfman** on Mon Oct 21, 2013 11:06 am

For an option for used guns, check out http://www.cdnninvestments.com. They had M&P turn ins a little while back at what looked to be a fair price. Add in shipping and transfer fee to see if they are still reasonable. I've bought a few guns and other items from them and have been very satisfied.

View · by **yuppiejr** on Mon Oct 21, 2013 11:25 am

LePetomane wrote:All good advice but be aware of the fact that .22 ammunition is in short supply.

.. so is 9mm, I'm sure if he needs some .22 to get started either the shop he purchases the pistol at or another forum member in the same geographic area can help him out.

Unrelated note - I see one of our own (who I've had the pleasure of doing business with) has a sale going on M&P's in 9mm right now:

viewtopic.php?f=49&t=47103

View · by **connsolo** on Mon Oct 21, 2013 2:46 pm

You can buy a glock 19 now or later, but you will be much happier later if you buy one now.

View · by **Spike** on Mon Oct 21, 2013 4:10 pm

Ivan45 wrote:While the M&P is a great gun, I wouldn't say its better than an XD. Try the triggers, or better yet, shoot them both, then decide.

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I'll second this. I prefer my XD9 to my M&P 9 pro. I think the lack of tactile feedback on the trigger reset it what bothers me the most. Try them both out and see which one works for you.

- Spike

View · by **Series 70** on Mon Oct 21, 2013 4:36 pm

I think the lack of tactile feedback on the trigger reset it what bothers me the most.

The newer manufacture M&P 9s and 40s have the Shield-like reset. I bought my full-size 9 in the spring and the reset is very positive. It's a little springy, actually (pardon the pun).

View · by **plblark** on Mon Oct 21, 2013 6:14 pm

I can't comment as my M&P pro has Apex parts and the RAM but I like the gun better than the XD or Glock. That's largely subjective though. From the 3, go to bills, rent them, see which one you like.

Glocks are dead simple though.

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View · by **DoxaPar** on Mon Oct 21, 2013 7:16 pm

Another vote to buy from thunderjohn. He's gonna be my go-to guy from now on.

View · by **MNSteveB** on Mon Oct 21, 2013 10:40 pm

LePetomane wrote:All good advice but be aware of the fact that .22 ammunition is in short supply.

I just learned that a couple days ago. I don't plan on buying a .22 right now so I'm not worried. Thanks for the heads up though!

ex-LT wrote:
MNSteveB wrote:I'll be getting my PTP on Tuesday so I don't have to worry about finding a seller who doesn't need to see one. Or if a new gun happens to cross my path that is a great deal.

I'm assuming you meant to say you'll be applying for your PTP on Tuesday. The top cop has 7 days to approve or deny. Unfortunately, there are no repercussions for dragging the decision/notification out, so be prepared to wait until AT LEAST the 29th before you hear a yea or nay from the city.

Yes that's exactly what I meant. Turning in the paperwork is one step closer and that's what I intend to be doing. I expect to wait a while. Remember we're both in MN and we've dealt with the MN DMV several times I'm guessing. Everyone knows this state is typically not quick about paperwork, unless you owe them money then we can expect same day mailings! :lol:

grimbeaver wrote:
ex-LT wrote:
MNSteveB wrote:I'll be getting my PTP on Tuesday so I don't have to worry about finding a seller who doesn't need to see one. Or if a new gun happens to cross my path that is a great deal.

I'm assuming you meant to say you'll be applying for your PTP on Tuesday. The top cop has 7 days to approve or deny. Unfortunately, there are no repercussions for dragging the decision/notification out, so be prepared to wait until AT LEAST the 29th before you hear a yea or nay from the city.

Then there's always the fine print. Brooklyn Park apparently wanted a few extra days so they only "accept" applications on Tuesdays, thus if you turn it in Wednesday they don't consider the 7 days started until the following Tuesday. However I think I turned mine in on a Thursday and had it the following Monday so they don't always stick to that.

I'll second checking out Capra's. Bought my XDS 9mm and a Citori there this year. Good guys and they have good prices.

As for a 22LR to start, I got a Beretta Neos. Inexpensive and fun to shoot, highly recommend checking it out if you are looking at 22LR.

I think I'll head in there tomorrow after I swing by the Blaine PD. I'm interested in viewing as many gun shops as possible while waiting for my PTP. Thanks for the opinion!

smurfman wrote:For an option for used guns, check out http://www.cdnninvestments.com. They had M&P turn ins a little while back at what looked to be a fair price. Add in shipping and transfer fee to see if they are still reasonable. I've bought a few guns and other items from them and have been very satisfied.

Is it like a crashedtoys.com or a salvage place essentially, without the salvage of course? Reposessed guns possibly? I'm checking them out now!

connsolo wrote:You can buy a glock 19 now or later, but you will be much happier later if you buy one now.

I've put a couple hundred rounds through a glock and I loved the gun. I am not experienced enough right now to say if it's exactly what I want or not, however I really liked the SW.. I'll put it on my things to buy list!

Spike wrote:
Ivan45 wrote:While the M&P is a great gun, I wouldn't say its better than an XD. Try the triggers, or better yet, shoot them both, then decide.

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I'll try to fire both guns if possible before I buy one!

I'll second this. I prefer my XD9 to my M&P 9 pro. I think the lack of tactile feedback on the trigger reset it what bothers me the most. Try them both out and see which one works for you.

- Spike

I've heard that tactile feedback is seriously lacking. But I've also heard opinions on both sides. It'll come down to which gun I like the best I suppose.

View · by **mrShinola** on Tue Oct 22, 2013 8:27 am

Back In Black wrote:
gunsmith wrote:Are you guys referring to the S&W M&P 9 or the compact or the Shield. I'm curious as to which is on sale at FF this week

S&W M&P 9 full size is $489.99 at FF through Oct 26th.

S&W M&P 40 compact with 3 mags (307303) BNIB can be had for $399.95 on the interlink. Buy the factory 9c barrel and 357/9mm mags and you have two guns in one. Buy the factory 357 barrel and you have 3 guns in one.

I believe the 357 SIG uses the same mags as the .40.

View · by **MNSteveB** on Tue Oct 22, 2013 3:29 pm

I checked out Capras today. Great staff, but the selection was a bit limited. I'll keep popping back in there to see if they add more guns down the road. After that I stopped in Gander Mountain and was there for over an hour. The guy helping me was so knowledgable. Their prices are excellent as well, they also said they price match to anyone within a 60 mile radius. So that's pretty cool. I'm stuck between an XD9 and an M&P9.. Or either of those guns in a .40 as well.