I searched now it's time to ask some questions.

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But personally, I could never stomach living in an anti-gun state, and I detest even visiting them briefly.
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I don't think a day goes by that I don't feel grateful for our state's gun laws :).

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As much as I hate the government of this state (that fat bastard christie) I love the state itself. So I will not be moving and if I was going to move it would have been a long time ago when I had nothing keeping me here.
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I agree that NJ sucks for gun rights, but if you're willing to learn the ropes and jump through all the hoops, you can make it a lot easier on yourself. Most of the gun laws in states like NJ are simply there to make it more difficult to legally own guns and purchase ammo. But once you learn the laws and how to deal with them, it will be a lot easier.

I have a good friend who lives in MA right outside of Boston. He has managed to navigate his way through some of the worst gun laws in the country, and he's got a pretty good gun collection started as a result. Sure, his AR has fewer cosmetic features than mine, and all his mags hold only ten rounds, but he can live with that. Really, the only thing that impacts his life on a daily basis is their may-issue laws for a CCW permit. Because of his job, my friend has the highest top-secret clearance a civilian can have, and yet the local PD doesn't trust him to carry a handgun outside of his house :confused:.
 
Another basic not mentioned:
Safety: wear hearing protection (ear muffs and/or ear plugs)
Wear eye protection (something ANSI Z87 rated is a really good start)
Wear a ball cap and don't wear v neck type shirts if you are shooting a semi auto

Wash your hands and face before eating, smoking, or drinking something.

Other than that; here is the standard caveat: Read the entire manual for every firearm you own.

Good luck and remember that in some states you can conceal or open carry anything you want without a permit. :)
 
snolden Another basic not mentioned:
Safety: wear hearing protection (ear muffs and/or ear plugs)
Wear eye protection (something ANSI Z87 rated is a really good start)
Wear a ball cap and don't wear v neck type shirts if you are shooting a semi auto

Wash your hands and face before eating, smoking, or drinking something.

Other than that; here is the standard caveat: Read the entire manual for every firearm you own.

Good luck and remember that in some states you can conceal or open carry anything you want without a permit.
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I have not forgotten the hearing and eye protection. Doing research on those currently. Probably going to be my first purchases even before taking my classes.

g.willikers The National Shooting Sports Foundation has their First Shots program to teach folks to shoot.
http://nssf.org/shooting/learn/
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Unfortunately nothing in NJ or really close enough to make it worth while. I found a couple of ranges with beginners classes for first time shooters run by NRA licensed teachers. I am waiting to hear from my friend on which one he wants to go to.
 
I have not forgotten the hearing and eye protection. Doing research on those currently. Probably going to be my first purchases even before taking my classes.
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I strongly recommend that you get a pair of electronic muffs and use foam plugs under them, especially when shooting indoors and/or with very loud (read: handguns) guns.

You can get a decent set of electronic muffs for around $30 and much better ones up to several hundred $$.

Please to not ever fire any handgun, including .22LR, or any rifle other than a .22LR without hearing protection unless your life literally depends on it.
 
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This fellow, Alan Corwin, is a second amendment activist from Arizona who recently won a First amendment lawsuit against the city of Phoenix. This suit makes for some interesting reading. More to the point he has written several books that deal with fire arms. One of these is titled something like "Your First Gun". You might enjoy reading his blog.

http://pagenine.typepad.com/

Here is a link to his book catalog.

http://www.gunlaws.com/pdf/BPCatalog2013.pdf
 
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This has been a great and eye opening experience, coming here. So much useful information and given freely without the need to talk down or at a new member. Too many sites are cliquey and even getting some basic info is met with an impenetrable wall.

I have been reading and checking out all the links and other info you all have given me. As a noobie I still have a lot to learn but I feel as though I am ready to take the beginner class and take my first step into the world of firearms. I thank you all for your help and I look forward to many years of interaction this this community.
 
Great! Share your newfound enjoyment with friends and family! Bring more people to the sport/hobby.

Join the NRA. I think you can get free, or deeply discounted memberships ($25 annual, $300 lifetime). Given annual memberships as gifts to friends and families. It does a LOT for gun rights!

We have strength in numbers.
 
Check out Project Appleseed. They do shooting clinics that cover the basics which transfer to handguns besides rifles. (Sight picture/sight alignment, natural point of aim, breathing, trigger control)

Here's their schedule page. Click a state and see when they have one.

(Here's New Jersey for you)

Check out the FAQ page, there's lots of good info.

Here is the pricing page.

It's very affordable, but basic information. It's a great starting point and builds a solid foundation for other training.
 
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