Mec Gar magazines/Fiocchi .30 Luger ammo

[ithacaartist]

These elements come and go, as far as availability is concerned. There have been posts about bullets in the Shooting and Reloading section, and quite a few possibilities for bullets have been discussed.

Yeah, Triple K is kinda junky. Best to stick with Mec-Gar for shooting, or perhaps a couple original mags beefed up for great performance by G.T. (on the forum). A couple of times, I've won "new, factory" aftermarket mags on eBay or Gunbroker, which looked decent in the pics, but turned out to be Triple K, or worse--not worth even the low price at which they can be bought.

Unfortunately, it would appear the days of ordering ammo online are gone in NY state. The SAFE Act now requires a background check for ammo sales. It's a good thing I acquired rounds of .30 Luger before this madness was precipitated upon us. I think they're having trouble implementing the plan, as anyone with half a brain could have predicted, because this is quit a burden for any retailer who wants to sell ammo. Last time I was checking WalMart for WWB in 9mm, there was a little sign taped up to inform us that a pistol permit is required for purchases of pistol ammo.

I believe that patience and active searching will pay off for you. When you encounter an element you seek at a decent price, jump right on it because it usually doesn't last very long. In between times, we'll see lots of posts from newer members who ask the same questions. I think reloading is a fine solution to the problem (especially for New Yorkers) because you can eventually work up a load recipe for a round that maximizes your pistol's capability to be accurate, and also shoots really sweet.

[WildKarrde]

Originally Posted by ithacaartist

Unfortunately, it would appear the days of ordering ammo online are gone in NY state. The SAFE Act now requires a background check for ammo sales. It's a good thing I acquired rounds of .30 Luger before this madness was precipitated upon us. I think they're having trouble implementing the plan, as anyone with half a brain could have predicted, because this is quit a burden for any retailer who wants to sell ammo. Last time I was checking WalMart for WWB in 9mm, there was a little sign taped up to inform us that a pistol permit is required for purchases of pistol ammo.

A background check just to buy ammo!? Geeze... so glad I didn't move back to NY when I had the chance.

[ithacaartist]

Originally Posted by WildKarrde

A background check just to buy ammo!? Geeze... so glad I didn't move back to NY when I had the chance.

I'm not sure it's even up and running--I haven't purchased any ammo since last year. Some places used to ask to see a pistol permit when pistol ammo was purchased. Wal Mart was one that did. I'll find out if the regulations are being applied now and report back.

We don't need a list of gun owners, it is obvious now because many have signs posted on their front lawns "Repeal the NY S.A.F.E. Act". One of life's little ironies, in that there was such an uproar over the Westchester(?) County list of permit holders that was published. Now, those who do post a sign are revealing themselves as gun owners. But I guess in this case, it's a choice made by each individual, not imposed by others.

I've thought about leaving, but would need to prune many roots, at this point. Sad when the gov't makes it difficult to enjoy one's passion AND be near family and friends. Maybe I should have stayed in Texas 40 years ago, but then again, maybe somebody needs to stay in NY to resist/counter this idiotic legislation?