[chaim]

I am thinking that Sun, Aug. 10th at 3pm. That gives two weeks so it isn't last moment yet isn't so long that anyone should forget or anything. 3PM gives those who want to go to church time to go to church and have lunch yet it still shouldn't interfere with dinner with your family.

I'm thinking probably just a pistol shoot at On Target. First, the few times this was tried back in the TFL days there were never very many takers so we probably don't need much more room. Second, I'm not a member of a range or an owner of property where we can just bring a bunch of people. If people are more interested in a rifle shoot there is a public outdoor range up in Westminister but they don't have any pistol lanes there so 25yrds is the minimum there. If there is some interest and a few people are members of one of the gun clubs that meet up in Marriottsville or another club and you don't mind sponsoring a few guests I'm open to other options for place as well.


Edit/Update:

OK, it is for sure then for Sun, August 24th at 3PM.

Email me at newsksshooter@aol.com if you want to go (yes I now AOL is evil, but it is what i have right now). With this I'll be able to post a list of who is confirmed and we'll know what kind of space we need. Post here too of course, I just want a definative list of those who are confirmed and are definately coming.

There does seem to be some real interest. If even half of us make it we just might have to make this a regular event (maybe every 2-3 months).

[chaim]

Spot77, have you picked up the Taurus 83 yet? If you are still thinking about a revolver I'll probably bring one or two of my medium framed revolvers (comprable to the 83) and I may bring my Taurus 85 which would give you a chance to try out an older (just recently bought used, made in '91) Taurus wheelgun. Bring "Mrs. Spot" too since it sounds like your getting the revolver may be with her in mind.

[Norton]

Here's one AA County resident who needs to get out and do some shooting, but the 10th is in the middle of our vacation. If we can do it sooner, like this week, count me in!

[chaim]

OK, the two other people I had in mind as the nucleus of the group can't make it on the 10th. Let's try for either the 17th or 24th then. Hopefully, the 17th because I don't want to make it too far off.

[cpileri]

i'd love to be in!
let me check my August schedule. i can let you know my free days shortly.
C-

[Spot77]

The 17th is good for me in the afternoon, or now it looks like the 24th is even better.

Mrs Spot will come WHEN I SAY SHE WILL!!! :evil:

(ouch, ouch, stop hitting me!)

I think she'd enjoy it, although the anti in her won't let her admit it!

Still itching for the revolver, but I talked myself into a Ruger P95 today and I'll have that in time no matter what day we finalize.

How bout' Kharn, Jeepdriver Anapex and some of the other MD locals, Any interest?

[cslinger]

I don't know maybe it might be worth a quick trip home to blow off some steam, although I am technically not a MD member anymore.

Are you talking about On Target in Ft. Meade?

Chris

[chaim]

So as of now it looks like either the 17th or 24th with the 24th probably being better.

Hey, this hasn't been up long and there seems to be some interest. Maybe if we get enough people we can see if On Target would be willing to reserve one of the two sides of the range (though I assume that would involve a pre-payment).

Yes, Cslinger that would be the On Target that is up by Ft. Meade. It would be cool to have an ex-Marylander current TN THRer up here for the shoot. I'm guessing that if you made it the number of people who would come would probably double or more.

Spot, a Ruger? Funny, I've been sort of thinking about replacing the P89 I used to have with either a P90 or P95 (I sold my P89, which had been my first auto, around two years ago). Mine wasn't very accurate (though the P90 is and I understand the P95 is far better in that respect than the 89), but one thing all Ruger autos share is 100% reliability and near indestructability. You do need a revolver too though :D

[Spot77]

Yup, that be the place.

I know you've been talking about heading back east, so this would be a great opportunity to see your relatives, old friends, and to hook up for that dinner we were talking about.

[Spot77]

Well it sounds like the 24th will be a good day to try out that new P95 then.

Found one at A and D Pawn in Glen Burnie new for $349. Seemed like a fair price considering this IS Maryland.

Yes, EVERYBODY needs a revolver!

[MikeK]

The 24th will probably work for me.

[cslinger]

Yes, EVERYBODY needs a revolver!

.....or 5. :D

http://www.hunt101.com/img/036829.jpg

[Norton]

24th might not be bad for me either. I have to go bac and face the little brats at school on the 25th so it might be good to relive the tension before I go back:D

[Spot77]

:evil: hahaha "relive" the tension. Sometimes typos are SO funny.

Cslinger: What is that beast on top in the picture? Very cool looking. Hopefully you can make it and bring a few of those...hehe

Looks like the 24th might just work well for a lot of people.

[Cliff]

I'm up for it. The 24th would be good for me also. I'm a member of On Target,and 20 minutes away,so if you need any legwork done beforehand,let me know.

[cslinger]

I will see what comes up.

The beast at the top is a Smith and Wesson PC627 8 shot .357 magnum revolver. The thing is just massive and very cool. Unfortunitely it has recently been traded for a semi auto shotgun and a Ruger GP100. I just couldn't shoot it worth a darn. Too big for my hands.

Chris

[Norton]

"relive the tension" isn't too far from the truth unfortunately:( Those Freudian slips are pretty telling aren't they?

[Spot77]

Congratulations Norton, you just became a "Senior Member".


(insert phallic joke here) :evil:

[Cliff]

I'm up for it. The 24th would be good for me also. I'm a member of On Target,and 20 minutes away,so if you need any legwork done beforehand,let me know.

[Cliff]

Sorry about the previous post twice, hit the wrong button.

[Norton]

100 posts...ah, where does the time go...

[Tamara]

.....or 5. :D

Good start.

(:D back at ya. :p )

[PAshooter]

Hey Chaim:

You got room for one more? Just stumbled on this post, and as I read down was getting bummed because the 10th wouldn't work out for me... but the 24th works great. Got a new HK USP45C that I haven't had a chance to take to the range yet (work's been nearly overwhelming lately) but this looks like a great opportunity to make it happen (and meet some of the local THR gang at the same time).

Nice brood of revos, cslinger. My selection is a mite smaller, but my interests are heading more in that direction of late. After a while the self-shuckers all start to look alike. I've got a 4" GP100 (fabulous gun), and my latest acquisitions are a S&W 36 and 63... the former a classic in blue, and the latter a sweet little mousegun.

Looking forward to meeting some fellow MD THRers. Let us know if you manage to "reserve" part of the range ahead of time, chaim, and if you want us to pitch in on any deposit that's required.

[26point2]

Count me in on the 24th...I fly back into town on the 15th from sunny South Korea...and I live a mile down the road from On Target so the beer will be on me...

Craig

[boltaction]

I probably can't make it on the 24th folks, but I will be there with you in spirit. I will ask my brother in arms, Cliff, to express my regrets to the group. Hope you decide to make this a regular event, so maybe I can make it next time. I will bring a .454, as well as an assortment of other firearms (Hi-Power, 1911, glock 23, .357) - Oops. Ah, if the ATFE is lurking, that is my wish list - I don't actually own ANY firearms).

Boltaction
People's Republik of Montgomery County

[Cliff]

if the ATFE is lurking, that is my wish list - I don't actually own ANY firearms).

:D :D

[David Park]

I can probably make it on the 24th. You need at least one Virginia representative. :)

[Ohen Cepel]

I will also try to make it.

Would be great to meet some folks of a like mind here!

Columbia is NOT my type of place.

[Calanctus]

Count me in!!

[Spot77]

Well this is GREAT!

It looks like we'll have at least a dozen or so people. Make sure you mark this on your calendar so you don't schedule anything else that day. As the date approaches, we'll nail down a few more of the particulars....

Looking forward to meeting you all.

[Norton]

I can't wait to see the looks on the faces of the guys (and gal) at On Target when we "Dirty Dozen" come in with all of our goodies. Guess I better start re-stocking the ammo reserves now:cool:

[chaim]

Wow, it looks like a lot of interest. Lets get a count of who will definately make it. If you want on the list of those definately coming email me at newsksshooter@aol.com (hey I know AOL is evil and all, but I didn't know that when I signed the contract and I'm still bound if I don't want to pay back a decent rebate it got me on my computer). If we are going to be a really large group we may need to either reserve time or go someplace other than On Target. I'll try to call to find out about reserving half of the range and find out about cost if enough of us are confirmed. If enough say they are going for sure I may ask that a few of us go together to pay the deposit (hey, I'm a broke graduate student), and remember if we do this we'll be committed to whatever the cost is.

Remember, one of my least favorite things about On Target- 4 gun limit per lane (enforced about half the time so we might get lucky). Hmm, I wonder if we reserve enough lanes in advance if they'd be willing to waive that rule :scrutiny:

OK, so it is confirmed, 3PM Sunday, August 24th. I'm looking forward to seeing some of you again and meeting the others.

Now we just need to determine where to go for beer and other refreshments for those so inclined. :D

[RobG]

Count me in, told leadpumper as well, so it's two. I might suggest Ram's Head at Savage Mill for eats and drinks. Cool thing, I'll be on the Eastern Shore the day before shootin' some skeet for the first time. Kewl.

[Norton]

On the subject of the pot-shott festivities.....Ram's Head is good, but there's also the DuClaw Brewery at Arundel Mills which is literally two minutes and three turns of the steering wheel away from On Target. I can personally vouch for the quality of the brew:D

[cpileri]

working sundday, so can't make it. next time. C-

[chaim]

Some good ideas for the post shoot activity (for those so inclined). Rams Head makes some great beer. Never been to DuClaw. Even though it doesn't make its own, the Last Chance in Columbia isn't bad- having over 50 beers on tap helps make up for the lack of their own beer and the somewhat dirty bar area. So long as we choose a place that is more bar than restaraunt I can go (though it would be better if we stay in the bar area than get a table in the restaraunt- the pesky Jewish/kosher thing;) ). I won't be buying any food, but a beer man I am (yes I keep it in moderation).

[LeadPumper]

Well now, shucks...

I guess that's just too dang good to miss. We'll be there chaim.

Any firearm requests? As in 'hey I've been thinking about X, does anyone have one to bring?'

Be interesting to see who brings what.

-LeadPumper

[Spot77]

Well I'll bring my big manly arsenal:

Bersa Thunder .380

CZ-40B

Ruger P95

I think Norton's been eyeing a CZ75 in 9mm, and if by chance somebody has a CZ52 that would be awesome.

[PAshooter]

Count me in.

Let's see... gotta bring the new USP45c

BHP?

CZ85B?

Wilson CQB?

any requests?

[David Park]

I can bring a CZ 75 and a Kadet .22 kit (very fun!). Any problem with 15-round mags in MD?

I also have a SIG P220, P239, a Kahr PM9, and some other stuff.

[PAshooter]

No problem at all w/15 round mags in MD - as long as they're federal-legal. Limit here (to buy, sell, or transfer) is 20 rounds... no restrictions on possession.

[Norton]

Guns I'll be bringing (this is a lot like a pot luck dinner, everyone bring an entree, dessert, or salad....except it's revolver, semi-auto, etc:D ): USP9F, Taurus .38, Ruger MK II (if it's not at the 'smith's getting the sights fixed).

Gun's I'd love to shoot if anyone has one to bring: USP45F, CZ97, CZ75 in 9mm or .40, CZ52

[Cliff]

Well guys, My offering will be a Sig P220ST in .45ACP,a Colt Python in .357,(I call it my sinus clearer);) A Kahr K9,and a Sig P226 and a P229,both in 9MM.

[greyhound]

Can't make it this time but have been meaning to check out On Target (I usually go to Continental Arms in Timonium. ) Enjoy yourselves!

btw: who knew there were so many "gun nuts" in little ole PRMD?:p

[MessedUpMike]

I can't make the sunday either. If there's any interest in a weeknight shoot PM me and I'll try to organise one for those of us who can't make it out with the "cool kids":D

[chaim]

I would definately be up for a weeknight shoot sometime. Actually, those would be best for me, I just figured we'd get more people on a weekend.

Hmm, the four I'll be bringing...

Definate:
-My CZ 75B (9mm)
-My Charles Daly 1911
-At least one of my .357s (probably either the 65LS or M19, maybe the 586), I'll even make my own ammo for them.

Maybe:
-My Bersa Thunder .380
-Another .357 (if two, one will probably be the 586 and one would be one of the K-frames)
-My Taurus 85 (I might even make my own ammo for it).
-My used S&W 908 I just bought on Auctionarms (if it comes in and the paperwork with the state is finalized in time for the shoot).:D


Oh if anyone definately wants to do some .22 rifle shooting I could bring my Rem 581 or my Marlin 60. Also, I could make my "maybe" my Hi-point carbine if anyone really wants to try it out. My preference would be to make it one of the listed handguns though (especially if the S&W 908 is ready for pick-up in time, then it is moved to the "definate" list).

[RobG]

Ah, what to bring, what to bring...*shuffling about looking confused with much hand wringing*...aha!

Colt Commander Lightweight with some mods...mmmm, yes...
SigPro 2340 in .40...mmmmm, check...
Late model Universal M1 Carbine...oooo...the liberals want to ban this one now, too...definately...
Remington 870 Wingmaster, modified for home defense...my shoulder may be too sore from the day before from skeet, but folks are welcome to drool and shoot...

Things I want to shoot...my sks. Don't think the folks at On Target would mind 7.62mm holes in their bullet trap, do you? Ah, guess it'll have to wait for another day...;)

[PAshooter]

Norton:

I've got a CZ97B I'll bring along for ya to try. I like the gun a lot... but it's definitely a handful. My hands are rather small, and as some have noted that makes the double action reach a bit much for me - but in single action mode the gun feels just right - and since it's designed to be carried cocked-and-locked there's never a need to start off with a double action shot. The gun's impressive mass sure makes a pussycat out of the .45 ACP round.

Probably limit myself to four (don't want to spend all night cleaning). Looks like this (two nines and two 45s):

CZ85B
BHP
CZ97B
USP45c

BTW - the 85B is essentially a 75B with an ambi safety lever (I'm a southpaw) so it "kinda" covers your 75B request. If there are any other special requests I can substitute:

Wilson Combat CQB
Beretta 92FS Inox
S&W 5906
Glock 19 or 36

Ummm... that's enough for now :)

[Norton]

mdshooter,

Awesome that you have a CZ97 to bring. I'm 6'7" and find that the USP9 needs a Hogue grip on it to feel comfortable in my hands, may maybe the CZ97 will fit my paws just right:cool:

[JeepDriver]

I'm IN!!!!!

I usually shoot at Continental Arms in Cockeysville but I'm willing to take a drive.

I think I'll bring some 9mm's, and a few 357 Mags ! (since my pistol collection is limited to only 3 calibers 9, 357, 380 )

If you change you mind on the location I can get a pretty good deal at Continental Arms. They don't mind rapid fire, and have good ventilation.

[Spot77]

Been to Continental and liked it a lot. The counter help were VERY helpful....

Let's try to stick to the original plan for the 24th, and if it goes well maybe we can make it a monthly thing and do it at Continental sometime in September. Sound like a good idea?

[Norton]

So, Spot....why not explain for the audience exactly what you mean by "helpful"?:evil:

[JeepDriver]

So, Spot....why not explain for the audience exactly what you mean by "helpful"?

Well I'm not spot, but the staff at Continental is made up of several NRA instructors as well as atleast 1 current Baltimore County Police officer, and Baltimore City Police Officer. There is also a retired Baltimore City Police officer on staff. These arn't regular cops either, they are shooters like us.

A couple of the employees are also ex military that love (and own) the Full auto stuff! And there has been a new addition that is (female) eye candy! They are also paid by the hour not by the amount of guns they sell. they will spend time teaching the customers how to handle and shoot guns correctly, and they will try to find the correct gun for the customer. This is before and after the sale with out charging for their help.

I sound like I have a controling interest in the store but I'm just a very happy customer and range member. It's just that I am on a first name basis with those that work there and I do spend a fair amount of time there just hanging out shooting the breeze, as well as paper.

They are really nice people, to those who frequent their store, as well as the first time visitor.

[Norton]

Jeep,

I think that you hit the nail on the head as far as the "eye candy" goes:D

[JeepDriver]

April is a sweet looking girl. And that southern accent doesn't hurt.

Hope she's working today, I'll be there about 1:00 this afternoon to punch some holes in some paper

[greyhound]

I can second what JeepDriver says about the staff at Continental Arms. I once asked about what was good HD ammo in .45, and got a really neat rundown that took 10 minutes. Good folks there.

[JeepDriver]

They had a guy there making the custom injection molded ear plug today for only $40. I had a set made and went out one the firing line. They worked great. I guy making them said the had a 30db reduction rating.

[Cliff]

Jeep or anybody,
I was going to On Target tomorrow morning, but I'm thinking about making the drive to Continental Arms just to check it out. I'll be coming up from Lanham,MD A few questions. What are the range fee's?Can I bring in my own targets? Paper plates,etc. Can I bring my own ammo? Or do I have to buy from them in order to shoot.
The custom ear plugs are the greatest thing since mag loaders, I had some made at the last gun show in Frederick, and they work great for me also. They really come in handy when shooting long guns.

[Spot77]

Let's see....

I don't remember the range fees, but I think I would rememner if they were way out of line....

You can bring your own targets, but I don't know about paper plates.

You can bring your own ammo. If you rent one of their guns, you have to buy their ammo for the rental gun.

Have a blast (what a lousy pun!)

[slh02]

Could someone give me directions to On Target from the Glen Burnie area. It seems from this thread that it is close to the Arundel Mills Mall.

Also, does anyone know their Sunday hours? I'm looking to make a purchase and the usual gunshop is closed on Sundays. If On Target is open later than 5pm on Sundays they will get my business.

[Cliff]

slh02, here ya go...

http://www.ontargetdot.com/

[JeepDriver]

Jeep or anybody,
I was going to On Target tomorrow morning, but I'm thinking about making the drive to Continental Arms just to check it out. I'll be coming up from Lanham,MD A few questions. What are the range fee's?Can I bring in my own targets? Paper plates,etc. Can I bring my own ammo? Or do I have to buy from them in order to shoot.
The custom ear plugs are the greatest thing since mag loaders, I had some made at the last gun show in Frederick, and they work great for me also. They really come in handy when shooting long guns.


You can bring any type of ammo (nothing over 2000 FPS) and anytype of targets to Continental. Range fees are $8 per half hour If they know you they have very long half hours :D

Just be warned the range is hot, it's the air exchange bringing it in from out side so on a day like today it's kinda uncomfortable to shoot for an extended period of time.

[RobG]

OK, fellas, play nice. April's FAMILY behind the counter may object some... Jamie doesn't drop IPSC targets for no reason. Maybe once the pin shoot's back up (Sept. I believe), we can all get practice engaging multiple reactive targets.

Oh, yeah, Jimmy doesn't like people using exploding targets on the range, so don't bring anything other than paper! Ah, I've got spend more time there.

*edited cause I no spell to good right now*

[JeepDriver]

OK, fellas, play nice. April's FAMILY behind the counter may object some... Jamie doesn't drop IPSC targets for no reason. Maybe once the pin shoot's back up (Sept. I believe), we can all get practice engaging multiple reactive targets.

I was just saying she was easy one they eyes ;)

Besides it's fun to joke around with Jamie.

[RobG]

True enough. Plenty of class there, as well as class acts.

[Dave McCracken]

I really have to get out of Shotguns more often.

I'll be there unless I have to work. While I don't do much handgun shooting lately due to the eye thing, I'll bring the Model 64 and the GM. It'll be nice to meet some folks from here anyway.

[genie]

(raises hand) another gun shooter in md here!

as usual, i'm late to this cool thread. the on target shoot sounds fun. but i'll be out of town for a wedding that weekend...

for a future get together, another plus for continental arms is after shooting, the au putin steil (my spelling is probably off) is a couple blocks away on york road. great irish pub/restaurant with lot's of good stuff on tap and yummy shepards pie and bread pudding. yummmmmm

funny thing is, across the parking lot behind continental arms is where i went to church for a couple years. i got curious after seeing the sign sunday after sunday. and that's how i got into guns in the first place.

[PAshooter]

I lurk hereabouts quite a bit but post infrequently (long ago I learned to speak only when I have something to say). I'm finding it a bit amazing how many MD "members" are coming out of the woodwork (so to speak - no disrespect intended). Good to know there are so many freedom-loving folks in this sorry excuse for a state... I only wish there were enough of us to take back control of our government from the forces of evil ;)

BTW - I wouldn't mind a Continental shoot some time in the future... I'm a lot closer to Cockeysville than I am to Severn... though I usually shoot at Gunpowder, north of Bel Air because it's on my way home from work. The place would benefit from a bit of maintenance, but hey - it's a place to shoot.

[chaim]

Sorry it took me so long to get back again for an update. It sounds like we have a lot of people coming.

I'm starting to hate On Target. I've been treated badly there several times before (they have some really good people there and some really bad ones, and it seems that one of the managers or owners doesn't think much of me). Then I check into ordering a gun and I find out that even if you haven't picked it up yet, if it comes screwed up their policy is that you buy it when you order it and that is what warranties are for (when I asked if there was any recourse if it comes in messed up I was told "how are we to know what your standards are?")- anyway, no special orders there for me, at least sight unseen internet orders usually come with a guarantee. Now, I'm told that they won't let me reserve space for our shoot (this the day after they told me it probably wouldn't be a problem).

Anyway, if anyone has any ideas other than On Target, and if you guys don't mind changing that part of the plan I'd be up for it. First, I simply don't want to do any more business with them (one or two bad experiences I'm willing to forgive, but it has gotten to where this one guy goes out of his way to give me trouble), let alone bring anywhere from half a dozen to dozens of people there. Second, we may get there and not be able to get enough lane space.

If anyone has some property that is big enough that you shoot on it that would be perfect.

More likely, it looks like we are stuck with On Target (not everyone might get news of any switch). So, most likely on the 24th we'll probably need 3 or 4 of us to get there a bit early to make sure we can get several lanes that are next to each other. Worse case scenario, we'll only get those 3 or 4 lanes and just shoot in shifts (that will give people a chance to talk guns anyway).

Anyway, my vote for future shoots is anywhere but On Target. Continental in Timonium, the range in Glen Burnie (I forget the name), the semi-public outdoor range in Frederick that has both pistol and rifle lanes (we'd have to go fairly early on Sunday to have any range time), rifle only in Westminister or if any members at one of the gun clubs out in Marriotsville wants to sign in a bunch of guests then Marriotsville would be good. I've just become soured on On Target though.

[chaim]

Oh as of right new (6am on Friday, August 8) I have six people who have confirmed on my email that they are coming. Many others here sound like they are probably coming. If you want to confirm you can email me at newsksshooter@aol.com

Of course, since we can't reserve any space after all it is less important that you confirm, though it would be good to know how many will be there. If it is only the six who are currently confirmed and myself I can probably go with one other person about 10min early and we'll probably be ok (OK defined as no more than a 10-15 minute wait for our lanes). If it is 10-12 we may need to get there early to wait for a few lanes next to each other.

[RobG]

To Continental Arms!:D :D :D

Me best bud never liked On Target since they have a policy that no one, even off-duty po-lice, are not allowed to carry onto the property - I know, private property, so we can always vote with are money and go elsewhere.

[P95Carry]

Late to this thread Chaim ..... being S PA means I can consider MD shoots ...... unfortunately my daughter is visiting for a week and the coming week and more is not very flexible. I'll hope that maybe another shoot can be forthcoming sometime ... never easy this time of year.

In fact I wonder if a South PA shoot might be feasable one day, before we hit winter. I have a great local range where perhaps i could fix for having the range booked for a day for myself and whoever could come.

Always this wish to meet up with some of you guys but ... never easy re logistics.

[JeepDriver]

I aksed about getting a group rate at Continental yesterday. The owners wife told me that they will only do it for Law Enforcement. So it would be the same situtation we a re going to face at On Target as far as getting enough lanes.

P95Carry:

Southern PA shoot sounds great. It's only a 25 min. drive to the PA boarder for me.

[P95Carry]

Jeep .... well, I am only about 45 mins away from Cumberland round here so ... maybe we could pull in guys from N MD and a bit of Southern PA etc ...... but I think cos folks are so tied up still ..... may be best to consider something later on if at all .. late fall maybe would be earliest I could fix anything probably..

I'll certainly give some thought tho to trying something for next Spring at least ........ my locale (in Bedford County) is only about 10 miles North of Turnpike ... pretty easy to get to. I'll run the idea by the guys at club and see if I can fix a day sometime when there are no scheduled shoots there.

[JeepDriver]

I bet we could pull off an October Shoot.

The weather in October won't be all that bad either.

If we do it on a Sunday there won't be any interfereance with hunting season either.

[P95Carry]

October could work, yeah ... main prob is this club shoots Sundays .. lookin at the printed schedule ..... 12th and 19th Oct are written in ... they do a lot of trap, sporting clays and archery.

When I'm next there I'll check out some options and see what might work - as well as seeing if they wouldn't mind me taking the range for a whole day. The rifle/pistol section of the range is only 100 yds BTW but .. nicely appointed. I'll give it some thought anyways.

[anapex]

Ok came in real late to this post but I'm in for Aug. 24th. Are we still using On Target? If so I have a membership there and can get someone in at half price. One thing to remember with them (besides some bad staff a.k.a "Guido") is nothing over .44 mag and no shotguns. A few things I will probably be bringing along:

Springfield 1911 Mil-Spec
Walther P99 in .40S&W
Erma remanufactured M-1 Carbine (All GI parts except for the receiver)
and maybe a 9mm (depends on if my wife deceides what she wants by then).

Oh I can also lug some .22s and my Ruger .44 along if anyone wants me to.

[chaim]

P95,

I'd be up for a S. PA shoot sometime. You are southwest I guess. How far from Pittsburgh? Or are you more on the West/Central divide? I think a combo camping and shooting trip in late Sept or Oct would be pretty cool. Just cold enough that the camp fire at night will mean something but warm enough to be fun and comfortable (and not too hot anymore). I think that has to be the best time of year to camp.

If you want to arrange that one I'd be happy to carpool up there, but I couldn't leave until after dark on Saturday night and I'm guessing if the camping part worked out most people would probably want to set up before dark. Still, if anyone would want to join me for the late drive.


anapex,

Yes, it looks like the 24th is probably still at On Target. Unless someone has a membership somewhere that could gaurantee space for us all or has private property they wouldn't mind us shooting on...

More likely, even if there was such an opportunity, enough people have probably penciled this onto their calendars for the 24th at 3PM at On Target that changing now probably isn't a good idea. Probably just want other venues for future shoots.


Who wants to volunteer to come with me about 20 min early to try to be sure we can get 2-4 lanes minimum next to each other? We'll try for 6, but with only 2 or 3 people I doubt if they'll do that for us.

[chaim]

Oh, my list of what to bring may be amended, but it is up in the air right now. In addition to the auction I have bought a Ruger MkII finally (you can pick up two guns in the same transaction and then wait two months instead of one to buy again). Depending upon whether the auction gun is in or not there may be some variablity in my list.

It is either:
-Ruger MkII
-S&W 908
-a .357 (not sure which)
-a toss up between my 1911 (Charles Daly) and my CZ 75B

or (if the guns are still in waiting due to arrival of the used S&W):
-CZ 75B
-one of my .357s (not sure which, but probably the 65LS)
-Charles Daly 1911
-toss up between Taurus 85, another .357, or Bersa Thunder in .380

[Spot77]

I can be there early to reserve the lanes as best as we can.

Sometime around the 22nd, I'd like everybody to reconfirm that they'll be there so I know how many lanes we'll need.

After reviewing this thread, it looks like up to about a dozen people are coming. Feel free to bring non THR members.

August 24th, On Target, at 3pm

[P95Carry]

Chaim ...... apart from getting range availability sanctioned I am wondering re the camping aspect....... something I had not given much thought to but .... logical, of course.

The range does sit in a good many acres and in fact I have not explored all ... but I think most is wooded .. so not sure right now if enough space for camping. Could be I can find something close by .... but thus far no ideas.

Location-wise ....... well, I am about 2 and some hours to ESE of Pittsburg ..... not too far in fact from where I 99 and Turnpike cross each other. If you look at Rand McNally ... look at Southernmost counties ...... Bedford County is fourth along from left!!!

Apart from MD guys, I'd reckon maybe a few from N VA, WV might manage, and ..... in PA itself, probably quite a few who might be in the two hour radius. Even East OH could work too.

Anyways ..... it's early days ... very embryonic but give a me a week or so and I'll see how things look. As I mentioned earlier .. if no joy for this fall .. I'll sure try and fix something if i can for next Spring.

[anapex]

P95,

Where at in Bedford county? I grew up and went to school not to far from you in Indiana county. I also pass back through Bedford every time I take a trip back home.

[P95Carry]

Anapex ..... PM for you Sir :)

[LeadPumper]

OK, it's Tuesday and I'm planning for this weekend.

What to bring, what to bring???

have:

Beretta Cougar 8045F
Glock 17
Ruger P95
Kimber Custom Classic
Sig Pro 2340
Sig Trailside .22
S&W 4" 686
S&W 6" 586 w/ red dot
Kel Tec Sub-2000
Winchester Trapper in .357

Any requests?

-LeadPumper

[David Park]

I think I'm going to have to back out of this meet. Some family matters have come up which are more important. Maybe next time.

[PAshooter]

I'm still a "go"

After some thought (and waffling) I'm planning to bring:

CZ97B (per Norton's request)
HK USP45C
Bulgarian Makarov
and one more...

...but I haven't decided what yet.

[cpileri]

Darnit! Looks like I will be missing a fun meet.
Have a good time for me.

Hey, if it falls through: there is a show in Roanoak, VA this weekend at the civic center- lets all go get some high cap feeding devices to piss off our state attorney general, etc. We have friends who just moved to Roanoak (lucky friends) and now I just NEED to visit!

Even if I was going, I wouldn't recommend a beer afterwards with guns in the trunk in maryland! I'm sure you would be charged under the new ant-americ... anti-terrorism laws.

but at least you'll have a bunck of new buddies to clear out your house for you before the feds get there!

I will keep trying to make it to one of these things!
C-

[Spot77]

Hey Leadpumper, I wouldn't mind trying out that Sig Pro!


I just got a new P95 that I haven't even fired yet, so I'll be bringing that, along with the CZ40B and probably my sexy little Bersa Thunder.

I'll be there around 2:40'ish....

I'm out of town until that morning, so you probably won't here from me after Wed.

See you all then.

[PAshooter]

There's a show in Harrisburg PA this weekend as well - Capital Area Gun & Knife Show at the Harrisburg Farm Show Complex - Saturday & Sunday. Went to the one in the Spring and it was pretty impressive. Was going to this one, but bagged it in favor of Sunday's shoot. Could go to the show Saturday, but didn't want to spend the whole weekend on 'me' stuff... to preserve domestic tranquility don't ya know :)

[chaim]

Even if I was going, I wouldn't recommend a beer afterwards with guns in the trunk in maryland Darn, I wasn't thinking about that. Under MD law if you so much as stop for gas between home and the range you are in violation of the law. Maybe we could have an hour break so we can go home and put our guns away (and if someone chooses not to at least they had the opportunity) and then those who wish to can meet up nearby for a beer.


This thread has become far longer than I thought. I may open a new thread specifically for people to check in if they plan to go. My email address has 8 confirmations right now (I won't ID them since a few didn't give their member names and I don't know for sure that the email goes with which specific member in all cases). There are also several here.

Hmm, I might not though. Since we can't reserve the lanes in advance it is less important to have a relatively accurate count. Maybe if a few of us get there early we should just ask for 5 lanes next to each other and if there are 10 of us we can either share lanes (2 guns per person to meet On Target's 4 gun limit per lane) or we can switch off (and of course if there are more we'd have to switch off, or if there only turn out to be 5 we can each have a lane).

I will be meeting with my chavrusa (religious study partner) as usual on Sunday, but I've changed our meeting time to noon and I'll be leaving the upper Park Heights/Greenspring section of Baltimore at around 2pm so I should be at On Target between 2:30 and 2:45 depending upon traffic.

[JeepDriver]

I'm still comming. :D

What's this 4 gun per lane limit stuff? :uhoh:

I have a feeling we are going to test that limit. :neener:

[P95Carry]

Just a reminder to MD guys ..... and others .......

http://www.thehighroad.org/showthread.php?s=&postid=431764

Hoping to manage a shoot end October ..... Sunday 26th .... with Sat 25 late-day available for those who need to camp out.

I'd like to get down to MD myself but current commitments awesome .. barely time to make it to the range for much more than the weekly trap shoot.!

[RobG]

Can I get a confirmation that On Target no longer welcomes shotguns?

Second and otherwise: I'll bring my SigPro 2340 w/ both grips and my Commander Lightweight w/ mods. Still trying to decide on the M1 Carbine. Looks like my brother and I may be able to get there after 2:30 to help secure lanes.

Looking forward to meeting everyone, seeing options, and getting feedback.

In the meantime, keep the powder dry.

[mercop]

Gotta work the 24th 4-12 but would love to hook up and train with some of you all. Check out www.mercop.com not much there yet beside my links but more coming.

[anapex]

Solomonshort: For the almost three years I've been here in MD On Target has not allowed shotguns.

And as a recap I'll be bringing the following:

Walther P99 .40S&W
Springfield Mil-Spec .45ACP

and as possible additions if anyone wants them:

M1 Carbine
Ruger Super Redhawk .44mag
Taurus PT-111 9mm

[RobG]

Pity, guess Continental will have to get my shotgun practice heh heh.

[Cliff]

Fella's,
sorry to say, I can't make it for the shoot this afternoon. Mrs Cliff had a accident,somewhat banged up, I'm staying in with her.

[anapex]

Unfortunately I gotta cancel too, Wife had a mistake with the checkbook that screwed my free funds for awhile.

[chaim]

OK, we had a decent turnout for this sort of thing (at least for how well I had it organized). There were six of us and it was a good time. Sorry Cliff about the Mrs.' accident and anapex about the bookkeeping mixup.

I didn't bring much because I wasn't feeling great (got a summer cold) and I wasn't sure if I would be shooting. Still got to meet some great MD shooters and try out a few guns I wouldn't have otherwise (I was horrible with the SIGpro but I liked it and I liked the HK a heck of a lot more than I thought I would). I did do some shooting and a few of you guys saw how bad a shot I really am.

We had mdshooter, Norton, Spot77, LeadPumper, SolomonShort and me. Did anyone else get there and just miss us, maybe you didn't know who was from THR and didn't want to introduce yourself around trying to find us? Just in case I think I'll bring a sign next time.

That isn't a bad showing and everyone seemed pretty interested in the idea to make this a semi-regular occurance. Also, several people didn't make it who wanted to. I think we may be able to make this every other month or so at roving ranges (probably Continental Arms in Timonium next time).

I've got to go because I'm about to be late to meet SolomonShort and LeadPumper for a beer (yes, we followed MD law and brought our guns home first).

[PAshooter]

Just got home myself - would have loved to swing back by and hoist a few with chaim, LeadPumper & SolomonShort, but it's a 2 hour round trip for me so I'll hoist a couple in your honor from here :D

Just wanted to second the notion that it was great getting together with a few fellow Maryland gun nuts and THRers. Really nice bunch of guys. Thanks to whoever came up with the idea and to chaim for getting the ball rolling (and keeping it rolling) here online.

And don't be so hard on yourself chaim - you're not as bad a shot as you make it sound. I'm a bit on the rusty side myself (work and family and such as really cut into my practice time lately) but we both did well enough to dispatch all but the skinniest perp who might have the bad judgement to surprise us in the middle of the night ;)

Hope the rest of the guys had as much fun as I did (ditto everything chaim said about how cool it is to try out new stuff that others brought to the party) and looking forward to doing it again.

Hey Norton - you pick up that CZ97B yet? Sweet little hand cannon isn't it? Take care until next time guys.

~dale

[Norton]

Ditto on the having a good time. Spot and I decided to go and hoist one on the deck at his house in lieu of getting together with the guys in Ellicott City.

Chaim...glad you liked the HK, I'm pretty fond of it myself:)

It was great that everyone brought a couple of guns and we had no duplicates! Of course the problem is that this outing is going to end up costing me some money especially thanks to MDShooter and his CZ97. :D

I'm up for another get together later in the Fall.....name the time and place.

[chaim]

Yeah, Norton, that 97 sure was nice. I already love CZs and I've been working to resist the 97 (money) but I don't know how much longer I'll be able to resist now. Your HK is also a nice gun. I don't think I've ever shot them before. I had simply decided from handling them once some time ago that they didn't do it for me (something about plastic guns). Man, your HK and SolomonShort's SIGpro, I just might have to rethink my ideas about polymer guns after all. Hmmm, and HKs do have a MD approved lock too. I can see the money just flying out my wallet as we speak (um, well, as we write anyway).

[Norton]

I keep repeating the mantra "buy a new safe before another gun". I'm jonesing for that CZ97, but I have to get some more secure storage before I add anything to the collection. If, as I suspect, that I will be inheriting a bunch of the FIL's collection, I'll be probably adding a concrete block house to the back yard with integrated safes:D

I like my HK a lot, but there is something very satisfying about having an all metal gun, ala your .357.

[Spot77]

And fellas......IT'S NOT NICE TO OUTSHOOT SOMEBODY WITH THEIR OWN GUN!


hehehe....I wish my eyes hadn't been so fuzzy from the previous days' events...I was in Western Maryland for a beer festival since Thursday night and had to book home this morning to make it in time. So needles to sayI sucked twice as much as usual today :(

wish I could've talked a while longer.....And I hope you guys enjoyed the beer at Ellicott Mills. They had a few kegs at the beer festival and I think I drained most of them myself :evil:

I totally dig the SigPro.....might have to look into that.

I think I'm a little dissapointed with my new P95's accuracy....neither Norton or I seemed to rock n' roll with it very much.....but it's certainly an easy shooter. Might just need some practice or fine tuning.

Hope to do this again soon!

[RAY WOODROW 3RD]

If any of you guys are interested, I'm having a shoot on Saturday, September 6th. Sign ins are at 9:00am and shooting starts at 10:00am. I also have sleeping accomidations for those of you that can escape till Sunday morning. Nice large spacious cabin in the Pines. David Park or SodaPop can tell you about it. Go to:

www.njcsd.org

and click on the green Sept. events post on the right hand side for more info. Glad you had a great time guys. Getting together and meeting the faces behind the names is very enjoyable.

[Norton]

Ray,

Sounds like a good time. What's the approximate driving time from the Baltimore area? I only know two places in NJ....Cape May and Woodbridge. I imagine that you are somewhere in between.

[RAY WOODROW 3RD]

Talk to David Park about drive time. I think he lives in Alexandria VA and he has been to two shoots so far. If you can crash overnite and head out Sunday morning it would definitely be worth it. David Park is staying over along with SodaPop and a few others so we can shoot the ???? the rest of the night. I have 36 racks available for those that want to crash over nite. Here is the address so you can mapquest it.

501 Route 72
Barnegat, NJ
08005-1012, US

If you followed the Garden State Parkway right up into Barnegat it would be a straight shot for you.

[David Park]

It takes me about 4 hours to get to Ray's place, and I live about 30-40 minutes from Baltimore. It's not a bad drive, assuming there are no problems on 95 or the Parkway.

[P95Carry]

Sounds like you guys had a good time ........ even if smallish numbers.

Don't forget anyone interested who can make the trip ... Oct 26th (Sunday) ....... or arrive evening before if need to camp. This is South PA, with a bias to West (Bedford County) ........ take a look at the thread ...... will hope to manage something like 10 to dozen eventually.

http://www.thehighroad.org/showthread.php?s=&postid=449056

[LeadPumper]

Enjoyed myself Sunday. Thanks to Chaim for setting us up. Always good to meet fellow shooters and share stories, beer, and ammo.

Spot77: Was that Bersa yours? Nice little accurate popper yah got there.

MDshooter: Thanks for the HK USPc tryout, very soft shooter for a compact .45. I really must try the full size in .45 some day. (of course then I'll like it and have to buy it, sigh...)

Chaim: Loved the CZ, will have to consider one myself now. Thanks. No really, I mean it. Stop laughing... The smith was a handfull with .357, I think I'd stick with .38+P's with that one.

Glad I could make it, sorry for those who couldn't. Hope to see ya'll next time!

-LeadPumper

[Spot77]

Yup, the Bersa ia mine. It shoots VERY well with those HydraShocks. They were getting old, so it was time to shoot them out and replace them with a fresh batch.

I think Chaim has a Bersa 380 also.

I'm already saving some money for the next meet, whenever that may be.

[chaim]

I think Chaim has a Bersa 380 also Yup, and it is great, but I didn't bring it so he had to have tried yours. I should have brought mine though, it would have been nice to have put it through its paces a little. Oh well.

[RobG]

Thanks to Chaim for organizing.

Nice to meet fellow shooters - good company.

I'm thinking of selling the SigPro, it's a very good gun, but I'm looking for a 9mm now. Finalists: HK USPC, CZ-75B, BHP and after Sunday, my decision's tougher than ever. Thanks, guys!

Spot77 - wish I had shot that Ruger to give you another opinion, they're good guns. Looks like you're still having some issues with that beer. hehe

Ray - I don't think I'll be able to make the 6th, but keep the invites rolling.

P95Carry - Like'n' I said on the other thread, I'll see if I can make it in October.

I had spent Saturday afternoon shooting sporting clays on the eastern shore and freakin' loved it! I'm adding it to my hobbies and can't wait to get out again.

[Spot77]

DO NOT SELL THE SIG!!!^$&!%!^&(!!

Alas, I would probably be the one to buy it, and that's the last thing I need to spend money on right now.

I shot the Ruger again today for about 50 rounds and did much better. I just need to get use to a 9mm I guess. No probs at all with the gun.

Are there any restrictions on crossing the MD/PA border for a shoot? Any weird laws on interstate transportation of legally owned handguns?

[mwithers72]

did anyone take any picts to share with the rest of the class ??

[anapex]

Spot: Thankfully as long as the guns are unloaded and kept in the trunk seperate from ammo you can cross borders with them. I regularly do when I go back home to visit my parents.

[P95Carry]

did anyone take any picts to share with the rest of the class ?? Hmmm .... that'd crossed my mind too ...... so ???:)

[Spot77]

Sorry no pics......

Besides, all of us were only RENTING guns...none of us actually own any :p

[P95Carry]

Fair enough ....... no need to see boring pics of rented guns ... glad you enjoyed 'borrowing' them anyways! :p :)

[mwithers72]

hehehe all the fun of shoting and none of the cleaning :p :D

[anapex]

mwithers72: Yeah but with rentals the range owners mostly don't clean the either :(