As the title says, this is the final push needed for me to own a gun. We live in a relatively safe area and even though I’ve never been against owning a gun, I’ve never felt the need to get one. My wife who is very middle of the road politically wants us to get one now too, but we’ve never owned one before, so I have questions! You are all like family and I trust your opinions:
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Forgive me, I don’t know much (Especially terms), but we’d probably want a pistol. Any recommendations for someone brand new to firearms?
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What is the process like to acquire 1, especially in Commiefornia?
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We would want to be safe, learn about how to safely shoot it, and go to a range to get lessons. Is it as simple as calling ahead of time and just bringing your gun in?
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Any other tips for a noob?
Thanks fam!
I do not agree with buying and using a shotgun. A handgun would be the better choice for most people. Here is a great conversation on that subject.
https://www.nrafamily.org/articles/2020/1/20/home-defense-pistols-vs-shotguns-vs-rifles/
It is not that complicated to get a gun. Go and fill out the forms and wait. You can precheck your qualifications without buying a gun as well with the CA DOJ.
Generally speaking you need to have your drivers license match your current address and have no bad in your past.
First step go get the firearm safety certificate. Go to the link below to read the booklet and practice for the test. You will take this test at any California gun store. You must have this before you can take your gun home.
Second go to a range that has guns and try them. The recommendation for good equipment is important.
Third, get training. Even without a gun the NRA teaches classes on basic pistol and you do not even need to own a gun. I am an NRA instructor and recommend this route for everyone.
https://oag.ca.gov/firearms/fscpfaqs
Go to calguns and ask away http://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/index.php
if you expect to use it indoors, i STRONGLY recommend against a shotgun if you wish to keep your hearing
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