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January 26th, 2013, 03:00 AM #1Junior Member
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First Philadelphia Purchase
I'd like to purchase a cheap handgun to keep at the house, maybe take to the range on occasion. It'd be my first purchase, and I just want to make sure I have my facts right.
1. There is no wait period aside from a quick phone call for a background check.
2. I can carry my weapon to the range with a LTCF permit, with the gun in the trunk and the ammo separate?
3. I don't need the permit to purchase the handgun.
I plan on going to the Philadelphia Archery and Gun Club.
Any other words of advice or corrections on my facts? Extra info I should know?
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January 26th, 2013, 04:11 AM #2Super Member
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Re: First Philadelphia Purchase
Yes unless PICS puts you in a ~15 day research status/I have a question/yes
Do you have your LTCF?
You could carry it loaded and sitting in a pocket holster if you do.
There is a ton of info on this site, so I'd try to read all of it.
FYI, without a LTCF you can't stop for ammo/gas on the way to/from the range.
I'm not a lawyer.
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January 27th, 2013, 05:33 PM #3
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Should be good to go. Bring two forms of ID. They like to have more than a drivers license.
Also as stated above you do not need a LTCF to transport to range and home. This also goes for gunsmithing/ work that might have to be done.
If you using it for home defense I would recommend a pair of night sights or a weapon mounted light.
Let us know what you get. Enjoy and remember the gun is only as good as the shooter. Shot it often and know the gun. You do t want to be forced to use it and not be comfortable with it."No, I am not a great shot, but I shoot often" - Teddy Roosevelt
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January 28th, 2013, 12:20 AM #4Junior Member
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Re: First Philadelphia Purchase
Thank you for the info guys! I've been surfing the forums, but there's a LOT of stuff to digest here.
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February 10th, 2013, 12:53 AM #5
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What did you end up getting? How was your experience at the shop?
I notice some people have been hating on te shop but I've always had great experiences."No, I am not a great shot, but I shoot often" - Teddy Roosevelt
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