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  1. enzo thecat

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    #1 enzo thecat, Apr 22, 2009
    SO I decided to get a Sig Sauer P229 SCT edition. It is one NICE pistol. Anyway, I am lucky enough to have a dealer with one in my city. It is the only P229 in the area and it is the exact version I want. So I fill out the background check paperwork and guess what. I GET DELAYED. WTF? The dealer told me to call back in 3 days if I dont hear from them. If they dont get a response by the Gov in 3 days, they will let me have the gun in 8 days. I dont get it. I've never been arrested or in any trouble. Why me?
     
  2. ryalex

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    #2 ryalex, Apr 22, 2009
    Is there something/someone you really have to shoot this week?

    BTW, love the 229. For me it had great weight/recoil balance.

    Don't sweat it, it's just office paperwork taking time.
     
  3. blockhead

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    #3 blockhead, Apr 22, 2009
    Check this out:

    Federal Bureau of Investigation NICS Web site:
    www.fbi.gov/hq/cjisd/nics/gunbuyer.htm

    "complete arrest and/or judicial information are not always provided on the criminal history record which can result in delays and errors."
     
  4. enzo thecat

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    #4 enzo thecat, Apr 22, 2009
    Several months ago I had to cancel a credit card because erroneous unauthorized charges showed up (only $20 worth). SO I contacted the bank and we canceled it immediately and they sent a new one. I wonder if that could have been enough to delay my acceptance. Maybe they are worrying about stolen identity.

    The land of the completely UN-free
     
  5. GatorFL

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    #5 GatorFL, Apr 22, 2009
    Don't be mad. The dealer is holding the gun for you, right? Here in Palm Beach/Broward/Miami-Dade counties there is a mandatory FIVE day waiting period.
     
  6. AustinMartin

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    #6 AustinMartin, Apr 22, 2009
    The loons here in California have a 10-day waiting period.
     
  7. 8 SNAKE

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    #7 8 SNAKE, Apr 23, 2009
    He's not talking about a waiting period, though. He's talking about a delayed response from NICS (the background check).
     
  8. enzo thecat

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    #8 enzo thecat, Apr 23, 2009
    OK. Got the Sig AND a Glock 21SF today, both with specialized sights. The feds called the gun shop and told them it was a go. I may go back and also get a Glock 9mm. I'll try them out soon at the local firing rang. Thank you ALL for your help. I really appreciated it.

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  9. Stephanie

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    #9 Stephanie, Apr 23, 2009
    It's a cooling off period... :D

    Psst...we need to go to the range soon!
     
  10. OC Speed Junkie

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    #10 OC Speed Junkie, Apr 23, 2009
    How are you liking the glock with the SF? I have been meaning to check them out. Are they noticeably smaller around the grip? I have small hands, so while I can shoot full size without problem, smaller would be a lot more comfortable better. I have been considering a 17sf or 17sfc. What sights did you get in you don't mind sharing?
     
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    #11 thecarreaper, Apr 24, 2009
    i forget what the number is, but you will be flagged as a person of interest if you buy more than a certain number of handguns in a 30 day period. i forget what the number is, but BATF will contact the dealer and then yourself. its not a "big deal" just part of Big Brother watching. the cut off may be 4, but i thought i would warn you since you were worried about a delayed NICS check.
     
  12. enzo thecat

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    #12 enzo thecat, Apr 24, 2009
    The SF is awesome. It feels SO much better in my hand than my 15 year old 21. Infact, I decided I would never use the old 21 so I traded it in. It is a GREAT gun. I Love it. The Sig is amazing as well. Let me look up the exact sights and I will post them. Give me an hour. I have to get to the office now..I'm late !
     
  13. enzo thecat

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    #13 enzo thecat, Apr 24, 2009
    Sights for the Glock:
    Tritium contrast points: in colour, illuminated at night, white in daylight Shines like there are batteries behind them!

    Sight for the Sig p229 SCT:
    RUGLO® Tritium Fiber Optic front sight. Just as bright as the Glock!

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    #14 Buzz48317, Apr 24, 2009
    That's the way to go!! 40 or 45...40 or 45...40 or 45 what way do I go? Screw it...I'll just get both!
     
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    #15 enzo thecat, Apr 24, 2009
    That's almost how it went...


    Also, If anyone is interested, I may take a picture in the dark to compare the sights side by side.


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    #16 Whisky, May 11, 2009
    A bit harsh, don't you think ?

    We have as much freedom as anyone, and more freedom than most - as long as you stay out of trouble.
     
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    #17 Conquest351, May 12, 2009
    I grabbed myself a Magnum Research Baby Eagle in .40 S&W. I was debating between that and the Walther P99. I love the .40 S&W because of the extra capacity vs. the .45. 9mm is just too damn small IMHO. Only problem now is finding ammo. I swear, I can't find ammo for my .40 or my .308 (H&K G3) anywhere. Everyone is backordered and they're all freaking out. Too bad my G3 destroys the brass when it ejects it or I'd have my father-in-law reload them for me. Damn battle rifles...

    Congrats on the new toys!!!

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    #18 Ryan S., May 12, 2009
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