# \#semi-auto-handguns **URL:** https://njgunforums.net/tag/semi-auto-handguns/12.md [Latest](https://njgunforums.net/latest.md) · [Categories](https://njgunforums.net/categories.md) · [Tags](https://njgunforums.net/tags.md) --- ## [\[WTS\] HK VP9-A1K, LWRC DI Other, PS90, HK MR556 upper](https://njgunforums.net/t/wts-hk-vp9-a1k-lwrc-di-other-ps90-hk-mr556-upper/5195)
**Author:** [@Plaid](https://njgunforums.net/u/Plaid)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2026, 6:09pm UTC](https://njgunforums.net/t/wts-hk-vp9-a1k-lwrc-di-other-ps90-hk-mr556-upper/5195 "2026-10-14T18:09:06Z")
Looking to offload a handgun, other, rifle, and upper that I don’t really shoot. In Monmouth County, but can meet half way at FFL if out of county. Pictures attached, but if there is an issue, can send in reply or PM. $… --- ## [Interesting Article - A Brief History Of FBI Semiauto Pistols](https://njgunforums.net/t/interesting-article-a-brief-history-of-fbi-semiauto-pistols/1667)
**Author:** [@DirtyDigz](https://njgunforums.net/u/DirtyDigz)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 16, 2026, 8:44pm UTC](https://njgunforums.net/t/interesting-article-a-brief-history-of-fbi-semiauto-pistols/1667 "2026-08-16T20:44:35Z")
A Brief History of FBI Semiauto Pistols – Scattered Shots Sample section appetizer: … Basically, the FBI and FTU had advocates for both the 9x19mm (Bill Vanderpool) and .45 Auto (Urey W. Patrick) and the choice of 10… --- ## [WTS - EAA/Tanfoglio Witness Full Size Steel Frame .45acp AND 9mm slides](https://njgunforums.net/t/wts-eaa-tanfoglio-witness-full-size-steel-frame-45acp-and-9mm-slides/4276)
**Author:** [@124gr9mm](https://njgunforums.net/u/124gr9mm)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2026, 2:30am UTC](https://njgunforums.net/t/wts-eaa-tanfoglio-witness-full-size-steel-frame-45acp-and-9mm-slides/4276 "2026-06-25T02:30:55Z")
For sale is my full size EAA/Tanfoglio Witness in .45acp with matching 9mm slide (Tanfoglio made matching slides in .22lr, 38 super, .40sw, .45acp, 9mm, and 10mm). It a DA/SA gun with thumb safety (no decocker). Tons of … --- ## [WTB - Handgun - I have 2 permits and no plan!](https://njgunforums.net/t/wtb-handgun-i-have-2-permits-and-no-plan/4225)
**Author:** [@wtfcowisown](https://njgunforums.net/u/wtfcowisown)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2026, 2:30pm UTC](https://njgunforums.net/t/wtb-handgun-i-have-2-permits-and-no-plan/4225 "2026-04-27T14:30:44Z")
Currently I have a sig p365x that i’m happy with and these permits are burning a hole in my pocket. Looking to get something and I have no idea what I want. Hoping you guys have something that may be interesting to me! … --- ## [Sig p320 “unsafe”](https://njgunforums.net/t/sig-p320-unsafe/1235)
**Author:** [@Earlswagger](https://njgunforums.net/u/Earlswagger)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2025, 9:26pm UTC](https://njgunforums.net/t/sig-p320-unsafe/1235 "2025-12-26T21:26:56Z")
Ok, I know it’s a controversial topic, and I will start by saying I’m a big fan, and also use a 320 as my main range training side arm currently. I use quality holsters from Safariland and other top brands. I also don’t … --- ## [SIG M18 (P320) Pulled From USAF Global Command](https://njgunforums.net/t/sig-m18-p320-pulled-from-usaf-global-command/2546)
**Author:** [@scorpio64](https://njgunforums.net/u/scorpio64)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2025, 5:26pm UTC](https://njgunforums.net/t/sig-m18-p320-pulled-from-usaf-global-command/2546 "2025-11-03T17:26:52Z")
“U.S. Air Force’s Global Strike Command (AFGSC) has ordered an indefinite “pause” in the use of M18 pistols following a recent fatal incident at F.E. Warren Air Force Base in Wyoming. This comes just two weeks after the … --- ## [Where is a shadow 2 carry](https://njgunforums.net/t/where-is-a-shadow-2-carry/2723)
**Author:** [@Emjdavis](https://njgunforums.net/u/Emjdavis)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2025, 7:19pm UTC](https://njgunforums.net/t/where-is-a-shadow-2-carry/2723 "2025-09-22T19:19:50Z")
Hey guys I’m have been looking for a shadow 2 carry in the north jersey area. Anyone know where I can find one, if there is a store around that has it? Thank you guys much appreciated --- ## [Browning Buckmark Holsters](https://njgunforums.net/t/browning-buckmark-holsters/2342)
**Author:** [@planenut](https://njgunforums.net/u/planenut)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2025, 6:45pm UTC](https://njgunforums.net/t/browning-buckmark-holsters/2342 "2025-08-25T18:45:56Z")
Hi everybody. Kicking around the idea of getting a Browning Buckmark and one of my intetions is shoot in leagues at Old Bridge with it. Ive tried to see who makes holsters and all im finding are the nylon and leather one… --- ## [Browning Buckmark Cycling Issue](https://njgunforums.net/t/browning-buckmark-cycling-issue/1117)
**Author:** [@scorpio64](https://njgunforums.net/u/scorpio64)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2025, 6:30pm UTC](https://njgunforums.net/t/browning-buckmark-cycling-issue/1117 "2025-08-25T18:30:22Z")
Went to the range with a friend today and shot his Browning Buck Mark, I think it is a Plus series in stainless. Really nice gun to shoot, crazy nice trigger for a handgun. Was shooting CCI Mini Mags and federal Automa… --- ## [Recommendaton for Slide Milling](https://njgunforums.net/t/recommendaton-for-slide-milling/1242)
**Author:** [@scorpio64](https://njgunforums.net/u/scorpio64)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2025, 6:26pm UTC](https://njgunforums.net/t/recommendaton-for-slide-milling/1242 "2025-08-25T18:26:55Z")
My buddy wants to put a red dot on his Shadow 2 and needs to have the slide milled. I recall some mention of a company in north jerz that does good work. Can anyone tell me the name of the company, or even other compan… --- ## [Some 1911 Love](https://njgunforums.net/t/some-1911-love/967)
**Author:** [@Redeye65](https://njgunforums.net/u/Redeye65)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 25, 2025, 5:57pm UTC](https://njgunforums.net/t/some-1911-love/967 "2025-08-25T17:57:08Z")
Feels natural, love the trigger, any other 1911 love out there. A few of my loves. Kimber Light Weight 9mm Springfield Ronin .45 Browning Compact .380 The one that started it all, Colt Gold Cup Trophy .45 … --- ## [Heckler Koch VPA1 K - Opinions](https://njgunforums.net/t/heckler-koch-vpa1-k-opinions/2653)
**Author:** [@Jallipo](https://njgunforums.net/u/Jallipo)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2025, 8:21am UTC](https://njgunforums.net/t/heckler-koch-vpa1-k-opinions/2653 "2025-08-14T08:21:25Z")
Hey All, I recently had the pleasure to try this out and IMO it was very nice. Does anyone have any experience with this model? --- ## [Glock 45 - opinion](https://njgunforums.net/t/glock-45-opinion/1480)
**Author:** [@USRifle\_30Cal\_M1](https://njgunforums.net/u/USRifle_30Cal_M1)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2025, 10:07pm UTC](https://njgunforums.net/t/glock-45-opinion/1480 "2025-04-11T22:07:24Z")
Thoughts? I have a m&p 45 midsize…compact slide, full size frame and i love it… Wondering if any 45 owners like or dislike it… --- ## [Browning Hi Power Copies](https://njgunforums.net/t/browning-hi-power-copies/1910)
**Author:** [@sgtdave4321](https://njgunforums.net/u/sgtdave4321)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2025, 10:59pm UTC](https://njgunforums.net/t/browning-hi-power-copies/1910 "2025-03-30T22:59:33Z")
Anyone here have any experience with the Girsan or new Inglis Hi Power copies? I have a Springfield SA 35 that I really like. I have noticed that the new Inglis models come with out the mag disconnect also which helps wi… --- ## [Ruger RXM](https://njgunforums.net/t/ruger-rxm/1636)
**Author:** [@sgtdave4321](https://njgunforums.net/u/sgtdave4321)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2025, 2:54am UTC](https://njgunforums.net/t/ruger-rxm/1636 "2025-03-10T02:54:43Z")
Anyone have a Ruger RXM? If so what do you think about it? --- ## [Are Springfield Pistols Garbage? 1911 Ronin EMP 3"](https://njgunforums.net/t/are-springfield-pistols-garbage-1911-ronin-emp-3/296)
**Author:** [@SmokenClays](https://njgunforums.net/u/SmokenClays)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2025, 9:02pm UTC](https://njgunforums.net/t/are-springfield-pistols-garbage-1911-ronin-emp-3/296 "2025-03-09T21:02:47Z")
I picked up this 3" 1911 in February '22: When I first got it there was some checkering missing on the right side grip panel but kudos to Springfield support they shipped me out a replacement pair no charge and they … --- ## [Legalities of ar pistols](https://njgunforums.net/t/legalities-of-ar-pistols/1479)
**Author:** [@Moparfreak414](https://njgunforums.net/u/Moparfreak414)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2025, 3:54am UTC](https://njgunforums.net/t/legalities-of-ar-pistols/1479 "2025-03-02T03:54:13Z")
Hows it going? I dont know if this would be the right section for this but my question with this goes in regards of the max weight ot a pistol on the njsp website stating it can not weigh over 50oz manufactured weig… --- ## [KelTec® PR57](https://njgunforums.net/t/keltec-pr57/1536)
**Author:** [@SmittyMHS](https://njgunforums.net/u/SmittyMHS)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2025, 12:02pm UTC](https://njgunforums.net/t/keltec-pr57/1536 "2025-02-28T12:02:46Z")
I hate ask the question because well you know,if you have to ask if it’s legal…bla bla bla. I did a quick search and I think it will be legal. For how long though? --- ## [Wilson Combat Grip Module](https://njgunforums.net/t/wilson-combat-grip-module/639)
**Author:** [@Redeye65](https://njgunforums.net/u/Redeye65)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2025, 4:14am UTC](https://njgunforums.net/t/wilson-combat-grip-module/639 "2025-02-26T04:14:27Z")
I have a sig 365 xmacro- comp, don’t have the pistol in front of me to measure the slide, would like to buy a grip module, not sure which one it will fit, the compatibility page does not list the xmacro-comp or I am just… --- ## [Shadow Systems Reliability?](https://njgunforums.net/t/shadow-systems-reliability/1468)
**Author:** [@Vicious](https://njgunforums.net/u/Vicious)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2025, 2:38pm UTC](https://njgunforums.net/t/shadow-systems-reliability/1468 "2025-02-24T14:38:40Z")
I’ve been eyeing a Shadow Systems CR920XP, but I am not super familiar with this company. Searching them online results in more complaint threads than anything. Premature parts breakages, tolerance stacking issues, QC is… --- ## [Pistol Question](https://njgunforums.net/t/pistol-question/1434)
**Author:** [@Redeye65](https://njgunforums.net/u/Redeye65)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2025, 12:57pm UTC](https://njgunforums.net/t/pistol-question/1434 "2025-02-24T12:57:11Z")
Hoping I can adequately get my question across here. With most pistols offering, back straps, side inserts of varying sizes, is there a proper length your trigger finger should be to get a consistent straight pull? Sho… --- ## [Taurus Curve](https://njgunforums.net/t/taurus-curve/1381)
**Author:** [@abush](https://njgunforums.net/u/abush)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2025, 3:32pm UTC](https://njgunforums.net/t/taurus-curve/1381 "2025-02-17T15:32:41Z")
So is the Tarus curve legal to carry in NJ it has a trigger guard and belt clip? Or do I need another holster? --- ## [Bersa. 2011 m2x1](https://njgunforums.net/t/bersa-2011-m2x1/1222)
**Author:** [@Golfbattery](https://njgunforums.net/u/Golfbattery)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2025, 3:34am UTC](https://njgunforums.net/t/bersa-2011-m2x1/1222 "2025-02-01T03:34:09Z")
New intro 2025. Handled it at sshow. Slide is crazy smooth. Like riding on ball bearings. Its a race gun.2011 double stack. At half to third of the price of a staccato or equivalent. FlT trigger. Great reset. I … --- ## [Trigger for Glock 17 Gen 4](https://njgunforums.net/t/trigger-for-glock-17-gen-4/893)
**Author:** [@scorpio64](https://njgunforums.net/u/scorpio64)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2025, 2:45pm UTC](https://njgunforums.net/t/trigger-for-glock-17-gen-4/893 "2025-01-21T14:45:29Z")
A buddy installed some stupid trigger upgrade shortly after he bought his G17 some time ago. The upgrade is beginning to “act up” as he put it, and now he’s considering a performance trigger to fix the issue. As of rig… --- ## [Mr Dracula](https://njgunforums.net/t/mr-dracula/955)
**Author:** [@hardwood34](https://njgunforums.net/u/hardwood34)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2025, 7:14pm UTC](https://njgunforums.net/t/mr-dracula/955 "2025-01-09T19:14:12Z")
Anybody got SIG p229 converted? I bought mine mine 12 years ago with 22 LR slider. And I got offer I couldn’t miss: 40S&W slider for 15% discount price. So, I bought it. And I got 1 pistol in 2 calibers, just change mags… --- ## [Ruger bolts with knob style grip @ Matrix Precision Arms](https://njgunforums.net/t/ruger-bolts-with-knob-style-grip-matrix-precision-arms/229)
**Author:** [@My1stGlock](https://njgunforums.net/u/My1stGlock)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 14, 2024, 3:42am UTC](https://njgunforums.net/t/ruger-bolts-with-knob-style-grip-matrix-precision-arms/229 "2024-10-14T03:42:07Z")
Picked up a Ruger MKiv bolt with the Volquartsen type grip for $89.00. They have other finishes as well as other parts. Take a look at their offerings.