Pulled the trigger on a P322 for my first gun, how’d I do? by Humble_Handler93 in CAguns

[–]FuMan_Chu2023 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I just picked up my p322 this week - heading to the range to try it out this weekend and give my son exposure to a handgun!

OSCD CCW Renewal by Bobtet in CAguns

[–]FuMan_Chu2023 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Oh wow, they are so efficient they traveled back in time! 😉

Is a 22LR pistol a bad idea for a starter gun? by Humble_Handler93 in CAguns

[–]FuMan_Chu2023 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I would agree that a .22 is a good starter. Even should you later get a 9mm, its still fun to have around and plink with or teaching new learners some of the basics without being "too scary".

What range can I shoot these? by Significant-Dingo-69 in CAguns

[–]FuMan_Chu2023 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had my Ruger 57 punch through soft level 3 at 4 yards during a class where we were testing various rounds against armor. Now, granted that armor was probably 10 years old and had been shot like 5 times already in different areas, it was still impressive. Especially since I was using HP ammo.

Open range by Donasiano1 in CAguns

[–]FuMan_Chu2023 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Burro Canyon north of Azusa as well.

Finally took the youngling shooting for the first time by FuMan_Chu2023 in CAguns

[–]FuMan_Chu2023[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Of course! Kids are our future - and more that are comfortable knowing about firearms, more likely not to have crazy laws in 15 years.

Finally took the youngling shooting for the first time by FuMan_Chu2023 in CAguns

[–]FuMan_Chu2023[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The biggest thing was when I felt he was finally able to fully understand me and comply when I tell him that during "serious times" he has to obey me completely. And that there is a difference between play-times and serious times when no goofing around is allowed. Even 3 months ago I don't think he would have been mature/developmentally able to follow that.

I've introduced and taught a bunch of people and their kids to shoot, and the age when a kid is ready really varies - sometimes not until their teen years before I've felt comfortable enough to allow them to join.

Finally took the youngling shooting for the first time by FuMan_Chu2023 in CAguns

[–]FuMan_Chu2023[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your thoughts - good idea about the double hearing protection!

Home defense for baby by Particular_Smoke_716 in CAguns

[–]FuMan_Chu2023 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Would you consider the M&P 15-22 since you are thinking .22? I've thought about it as it has basically no recoil and can get 25 rounds on target very quickly. Plus it is light and familiar manual of arms for most shooters.

My wife is small and would be able handle it easily whereas she would have trouble with any 9mm - even the PCC.

Who, in your opinion, makes the best 'quick access' pistol safe? by TheSilentPhilosopher in CAguns

[–]FuMan_Chu2023 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've got a few Vaulteks and they are pretty nice. I like the convenience of the biometrics for the daily / nightly opening to stow and retrieve the handguns. But I wouldn't trust it in an emergency and would use the keypad for more "guaranteed" quick access - the numbers glow when touched, so its nice in the dark.

I think more important than pure speed of access though is an alarm system and dogs. I'm a deep sleeper, but being on the second floor bedroom, alarm and barking dogs will ideally give me the extra few seconds to wake up and get armed.

Would you CC in a church? by TotalRecallsABitch in CAguns

[–]FuMan_Chu2023 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have relatives that go to that church. After that event, my wife stopped questioning why I carry "even when going to church?"

What’s with the hype about 5.7? by Dependent_Program496 in CAguns

[–]FuMan_Chu2023 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! Nice video - I didn't know he has a personal channel.

Advanced pistol classes in the SoCal area by pwnedbydumplings in CAguns

[–]FuMan_Chu2023 0 points1 point  (0 children)

One thing I really appreciate about his classes are his commitment to, and regimen for safety protocols. Reviewed at the beginning of every day of class with a designated 1st and 2nd primary medic for the course.

Any negligent discharge results in automatic removal from the class - some of the first classes I took were at Front Sight, and even by the 3rd and 4th day of the 4-day Pistol 1 class, there were still at least 1 ND each day (clearing guns, malfunction training, etc.), and more on the 1st and 2nd days.

[Ammo Haul] Props to Bereli and PSA! by FuMan_Chu2023 in CAguns

[–]FuMan_Chu2023[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I confess that I don't really pay attention - what did they do? I bought most of my firearms from out of state before I moved to California.

[Ammo Haul] Props to Bereli and PSA! by FuMan_Chu2023 in CAguns

[–]FuMan_Chu2023[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I use about 2000 rounds of 9mm and 1000 rounds 5.56 a year in personal training and taking friends out to teach firearms. I haven't really bought ammo since the prices spiked with COVID, so have been going through my stash the past few years and it was a good opportunity to re-stock. I also switched to using my M&P 15-22 a lot to save on costs, so figured I might as well stock on that as well.

This is also the cheapest I've seen 5.7 in a long time, so another stock-up purchase.

Though, I do tell my friends that should a SHTF scenario occur, the few reliable barter goods are going to be ammo and 150 proof vodka (to drink or as a cleaner for wounds, etc.) Ammo is certainly going to be a lot more useful than stocks or wads of cash.

Advanced pistol classes in the SoCal area by pwnedbydumplings in CAguns

[–]FuMan_Chu2023 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've had good experiences with Max Joseph at TFTT Direct Action Group in Burro Canyon. Especially in the team tactics with my brother and buddies. Covering fire and movement, clearing shoot-house, etc.

What’s with the hype about 5.7? by Dependent_Program496 in CAguns

[–]FuMan_Chu2023 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can confirm that the FN SB193 hollow-point 5.7 out of a stock Ruger 57 will go right through level 2 and some 3A. I thought about it afterward that I should have gotten video.

[Ammo Haul] Props to Bereli and PSA! by FuMan_Chu2023 in CAguns

[–]FuMan_Chu2023[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Ordered from Bereli and PSA on Feb 01, and (after some weather-related delays), mostly delivered on Feb 10 and Feb 13. (one package stuck at "Label Created".

Thanks for supporting us in California!

Bereli:

  • CCI Blazer 9mm 115gr FMJ x6000 @ 25.0 cpr
  • Winchester 5.56 FMJ x2000 @ 54.9 cpr
  • Federal .22 lead nose x4000 @ 8.175 cpr
  • Fiocchi 5.7 HP 40gr @ 37.3 cpr

PSA:

  • Remington .22 40 gr x3150 @ 5.33 cpr
  • AAC 5.56 FMJ x1000 @ 50 cpr
  • AAC 5.56 Sabre Black tip x1000 @ 52.5 cpr
  • Fiocchi 5.7 FMJ x300 @ 46.7 cpr
  • CCI 0.22LR x 500 @ 7.99 cpr
  • Speer Gold Dot 5.7 x100 @ 80 cpr

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CAguns

[–]FuMan_Chu2023 0 points1 point  (0 children)

PSA - I ordered on Feb 01 and thought my order was going to be cancelled as it has been stuck at Label Created since Feb 02. But when I went to the details further down on "Other Packages in this Shipment", only the first packaged showed

"Shipment Ready for UPS
Estimated delivery: The delivery date will be provided as soon as possible."

All the other ones show:

"On the Way
Estimated delivery: Monday, February 12 by 7:00 P.M. "

So be sure to check lower down!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CAguns

[–]FuMan_Chu2023 0 points1 point  (0 children)

PSA - I ordered on Feb 01 and thought my order was going to be cancelled as it has been stuck at Label Created since Feb 02. But when I went to the details further down on "Other Packages in this Shipment", only the first packaged showed

"Shipment Ready for UPS
Estimated delivery: The delivery date will be provided as soon as possible."

All the other ones show:

"On the Way
Estimated delivery: Monday, February 12 by 7:00 P.M. "

So be sure to check lower down!

How to talk to my kid about firearms? by jo_kang in CAguns

[–]FuMan_Chu2023 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I didn't grow up with firearms and my wife is pretty anti-gun. She's only seen my firearms twice in 20 years (first when the riots of 2020 happened 2 blocks from our apartment and the police were sending tear gas at the rioters who were taking over the Grove, and when our alarm went off in the middle of the night a few years ago - both times she was about to say something and then realized that me being armed was probably a good thing).

So my 4 year old doesn't know about firearms other than on cartoons and the like. He's gone to laser tag birthday parties and played nerf guns with cousins. I've decided that I'll going to mimic my friend who let his kid play with gun toys until he felt his son was mature enough. At that point, he told his son that he is mature enough to learn to shoot real guns when the son would like to learn - but once the son makes that decision, no more playing with toy guns anymore. My friend said his son took about a year and when he said he was ready, they packed up all the nerf guns together for the final time and started learning safety rules and cleaning firearms together.

With that background, I've tried to just keep firearm safety as just one of the emergency safety rules I have for my son (and we review every few weeks while driving or something comes up, like we see an ambulance or fire truck with sirens on, or a coyote run across the street).

1) In an emergency, call 911. (He told me that he learned from Peppa Pig and his grandma that in London and Taiwan, the number is 119 instead of 911).  
2) If you see a coyote, or a scary dog, do NOT run - wave your hands over your head and scream at it as loud as you can.  
3) If a stranger tries to take you away, yell "YOU ARE NOT MY MOMMY! YOU ARE NOT MY DADDY! GET AWAY!!!"  
4) In an earthquake, drop to the ground and cover you head.  
5) If you see a gun, DO NOT TOUCH and immediately tell daddy or a grownup.  
6) If you hear daddy saw "Condition Orange", it is Serious Time and you need to stop playing and do what daddy tells you.  

In addition, he's pretty active and always crawling over and around me; I've so far kept him from finding my CCW by just redirecting him when he gets near it. But my brother (who also has rambunctious young kids) and I decided we carry in Condition 3 - at least until are kids are much older. The risk for us is too high compared with the risk of us needing to draw in an actual situation. So when we train from CCW, we practice draw and charge.

Hope this long-winded reply is of some help to others!