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If you were to put together a checklist for a new gun owner, what would you tell them to get?

 

How about for different types of firearms? Revolvers? Pistols? Shotguns? Rifles?

 

What would you recommend a new gun owner purchase to be properly equipped?

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A brass rod and small brass hammer, two invaluable tools if the situation arises that you would need them. Extra eyes and ears, extra batteries for your ears if they use them. Evan Nappens phone number.

 

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I tend to overpack but in addition to all of the above I also carry in my range bag....

Precision oiler with a needle tip for those thirsty rails.

Saline eye wash kit.

Energy bars and water.

GOJO fast wipes. to take care of powder and lead residue.

Small field glasses, the eyes aren't what they used to be.

Small flash light.

Red and black sharpies.

Painters tape.

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for the range

stapler with staples

safety glasses

ear protection and extra pair

 

and a bunch of NOT-needed cleaning solvents (atleast i do)

one piece cleaning rod for rifles is a must!!!!

last but not least buy as much mags as possible!

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Eye Protection + extras

Ear Protection + extras (I bring a pack of disposable plugs as well as my usual muffs)

Targets + staple gun & staples (if necessary - some ranges have paper hangars and do not require stapling)

Small first aid kit (I just keep some band-aids and alcohol pads)

Latex or Nitrile gloves (kinda goes along with the first aid kit, but can be used for many things)

Gun Oil

Cleaning Rod (with handle - small one - can clear pistol squibs just in case)

Small Tool Set or Multitool - screwdriver/allen keys/etc.

Ammo & Magazines

Chamber Flags

Range bag to hold everything

 

Also - if shooting outdoors, I bring a small folding chair and a hat.

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Been following this thread, and organized the suggestions for myself, but thought others might find it useful, too.

 

Membership to the NRA and SAF
Membership to Local 2A groups like NJ2AS & ANJRPC
Evan Nappen's phone number (732) 389-8888 (attorney)
 
IN RANGE BAG
    Ammo
    Extra Magazines
    Magazine loader / unloader
    Chamber Flags
    First Aid Kit
        band-aids and alcohol pads
        Saline eye wash kit.
        Latex or Nitrile gloves
        Quick-clot bandage
    Targets
    Staple Gun w/ extra staples
    Red and black sharpies.
    Painters tape.
    Ear Protection + extras + batteries if needed
    Eye Protection + extras
    Cleaning kit
    Cleaning Rod (with handle - small one - can clear pistol squibs)
    GOJO fast wipes. to take care of powder and lead residue.
    Gun Oil
    Precision oiler with a needle tip for those thirsty rails.
    Multitool or Small Tool Set - screwdriver/allen keys/etc.
    Small field glasses, the eyes aren't what they used to be.
    Small flash light.
    Energy bars and water
    Range bag to hold everything
 
AT HOME
    brass rod
    small brass hammer
    set of punch tools for detail stripping
    one piece cleaning rod for rifles
    gun safe
 
FOR SHOOTING OUTDOORS
    spotting scope
    small folding chair
    hat

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Been following this thread, and organized the suggestions for myself, but thought others might find it useful, too.

 

Membership to the NRA and SAF
Membership to Local 2A groups like NJ2AS & ANJRPC
Evan Nappen's phone number (732) 389-8888 (attorney)
 
IN RANGE BAG
    Ammo
    Extra Magazines
    Magazine loader / unloader
    Chamber Flags
    First Aid Kit
        band-aids and alcohol pads
        Saline eye wash kit.
        Latex or Nitrile gloves
        Quick-clot bandage
    Targets
    Staple Gun w/ extra staples
    Red and black sharpies.
    Painters tape.
    Ear Protection + extras + batteries if needed
    Eye Protection + extras
    Cleaning kit
    Cleaning Rod (with handle - small one - can clear pistol squibs)
    GOJO fast wipes. to take care of powder and lead residue.
    Gun Oil
    Precision oiler with a needle tip for those thirsty rails.
    Multitool or Small Tool Set - screwdriver/allen keys/etc.
    Small field glasses, the eyes aren't what they used to be.
    Small flash light.
    Energy bars and water
    Range bag to hold everything
 
AT HOME
    brass rod
    small brass hammer
    set of punch tools for detail stripping
    one piece cleaning rod for rifles
    gun safe
 
FOR SHOOTING OUTDOORS
    spotting scope
    small folding chair
    hat

 

Wow, that's a great list! Good call on the energy bars too...

 

And if you ever run into me at the range, ask me for some. I'm always carrying extra because my company makes 'em!

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  • Good semi-auto striker fired pistol like Glock, M&P, or PPQ

A few extra mags for said pistol

Good set of steel sights for the pistol (most stock pistols come with sights that are anywhere from awful to mediocre)...tritium dot up front preferred

If you want a long gun, a good AR, like Colt, BCM, or DD

Electronic ear-pro + eye pro

Good lube like Fireclean

Quality belt, holster, mag pouch (hint...if your local gun store sells it, it's probably NOT that very good)

Flashlight with tailcap momentary on activation

As much ammo as you can afford

Seek out quality training!

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All advices are good but too many...

Start with the basics:

- a revolver.  IMHO it's the best for home defense - simple and reliable.

- a semi-auto 9mm or 45.  Good idea to try before you buy.

- cleaning supplies

- storage - get it on the same day or before you buy your first firearm.

- ammo: it will be your major expense.  When you see a good price for a quality ammo - buy.

Take your time, you'll find out later what else you want, e.g. rifle or shotgun or more handguns of the different types.

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OP also asked about type of firearms. It largely depends on what you plan to do with it, but I'm old fashioned and believe you should stick with a long gun until safe handling becomes reflexive. It's just too easy for a handgun to suddenly be pointing in the wrong direction.

 

Unless you have very specific needs, you need a shotgun and a .22. Shotgun is the most versatile, as you can swap out barrels (rifled vs. smooth) and shoot a variety of ammo for everything from large game hunting to clay sports. I like a good pump, like the Remington 870 for simplicity and ease of finding spare parts. Get a Wingmaster and it will last a few generations. A .22 is a good way to learn to shoot at targets and is just such a basic gun. I like a high quality bolt action like a CZ or Savage. You can start by loading one cartridge at a time, and you're less likely to end up with a surprise cartridge in the chamber than with a semi-auto.

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Regarding type of firearm, I'm going to go with the current trend that points to a good semi-auto pistol and a carbine.

 

Revolvers have their place, but the sad truth is they are sorta obsolete. Contrary to the old popular belief, they are NOT more reliable than a semi-auto. They seem simpler at first, but when you consider how slow they are to reload, and their long double action pull, they turn out not to be the best choice for most modern needs.

 

Shotguns are also heading favor to carbines for a home defense long gun. The 5.56mm round is much more suited to indoor use. That, combined with easier maneuverability and recoil control, makes it a winner over a shotgun anyday.

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I prefer a semi auto pistol for defense but revolvers are still simpler to operate and pretty much failure resistant.  I have on 2 occasions (using factory ammo) had a bulged case that wouldn't chamber.  I've probably put 10-12K rounds through that pistol but the only remediation you have to take with a revolver if it doesn't fire is to pull the trigger again.  No fine motor skills are required.  I agree that revolvers are slower to reload in general, but have you seen Jerry Miculek reload one?  ;)

 

Like everyone else said it really depends on what you are looking for.  If I were to make a general list:I would recommend buying or at least trying:

Striker fired, semi auto pistol 

Single action or DA/SA semi auto pistol

A Revolver.  I have a single action revolver and not only is it a fun gun to shoot but its the one everyone wants to shoot when I break it out. 

 

I agree with wooly bugger, if I could own only one shotgun a pump is both the cheapest and most versatile option, though I'm a Mossberg fan.  

 

For Rifle/Carbines:

AR (The most popular rifle in the US)

AK (The most popular rifle in the world.  And instead of arguing over whether the AR or AK is the best, just buy one of each)

Something in .22 for plinking and practicing fundamentals as said above

Something in 308, .30-06 or 7.62x54R

A Lever action.  (Why not?)

Some people own dozens of high value shotguns, or almost exclusively WW2 era pistols.  So try out as many things as possible and get anything that strikes your fancy. 

 

What ever you do, learn how to operate them properly.  Its amazing how different operating a pump shotgun is on a lazy afternoon vs with someone screaming in your face calling out targets at various ranges and being forced to cycle different loads through the gun to hit those targets effectively.  

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since you live in NJ and cant carry the only gun you really NEED is an AR15...

with a light, sling, and as many mags and ammo as you can afford... that and a safe to keep it in.. 

 

for the range I keep a stapler with staples, and a spotting scope, ear protection, med kit..

 

everything else I need is in my chest rig... spare lower parts kit... bore snake.. multi tool... lube... marker..  and handheld flashlight 

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