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!
11h later and OP has made zero replies.
50/50 we have given the OP more info and differing opinions than they can digest quickly
But they haven't said anything. No "Thanks for the info", "appreciate it", nothing.
Not everyone hops on win as much as others, so I'm not being too critical.
Nobody suggested a 10-22 tho, so I'm kinda pissed about that.
10-22 is a great gun, but doesn't really fit what OP was asking
Edit: checked OP's post and comment history, looks like they asked just before logging figuring they would let it accumulate some info, probably didn't expect this many responses
When OP mentioned that they were in CA I kinda hit a rock wall, but I always recommend a rifle for beginners, much easier to learn muzzle discipline. I see older experienced guys with horrible muzzle control. Can't expect a cali soyboy to do any better.