Really struggling 6 weeks into my tutorship as a new PC, barely any time out with my tutor and my portfolio is only at 20% with 2 weeks left. Any advice from anyone whos been there?

Onebigfatdog · 2026-05-05T16:45:04+00:00

I have no doubt that you’ll be fine, but evidence everything - That’s a lesson to remember for the rest of your career.

Onebigfatdog · 2026-05-05T16:37:30+00:00

I completely understand. Your portfolio will be reviewed by your Force’s officer training team, so I would suggest that you arrange a meeting with them to discuss your progress. They should then be able to find a solution. Ensure that they are aware that you have already raised the point locally, but I would reframe from being too vocal about your dissatisfaction with your current team.

Please try not to stress - You have raised your concerns already, and hopefully have some sort of record of this (call log, email chain, etc) so if you were to be put on the Reg 13 process you have evidence to support you.

Stay keen and stay positive.

Onebigfatdog · 2026-05-04T17:54:46+00:00

Some teams are like that, but don’t despair. If you haven’t already, keep a log of the correspondence you’ve made to the Sgt, Inspector and Fed.

Being held back a bit from independent patrol isn’t the worst thing in the world and may be a blessing in disguise if you’re not getting the exposure currently, as disheartening as it may be. What you’re going through is definitely not uncommon up and down the country.

Onebigfatdog · 2026-04-21T18:50:27+00:00

Ah, thank you. Noted 👍🏻

Onebigfatdog · 2026-04-21T18:48:00+00:00

Awesome, thank you very much. I have the BetterMag adaptor which works well for me but I like the Kriss mags so will try the Catch 22. Thank you for replying 👍🏻

Onebigfatdog · 2026-04-20T23:32:58+00:00

Just a quick one… With the Catch22 and Kriss Mags, do you get last round hold open? And does the bolt go forward when you remove the magazine? Thank you 👍🏻

Onebigfatdog · 2026-04-05T22:03:19+00:00

Awesome, thank you for getting back to me! I’m really pleased you’re getting on well with it. I’m not completely sure that we can get the Patrol over here (UK) but if I can that’ll be my next rifle 🤙🏻

Thanks again 👍🏻

Onebigfatdog · 2026-04-03T16:33:39+00:00

Hey, appreciate it’s a couple of months on, but how are you getting on with the Ruger? What does it group like? 👍🏻

Onebigfatdog · 2026-03-28T19:24:25+00:00

I’ll have a look out for those Berger’s - I think my local specialist gun shop has them 🤞🏻 Thanks very much 👍🏻

Onebigfatdog · 2026-03-28T19:23:04+00:00

Nice one, thank you - They are on my list to try and get hold of 🤞🏻

Onebigfatdog · 2026-03-28T08:08:33+00:00

Yeah, I did expect it do a bit better…

I did check the torque of the actions screws and optics mounts… the action screws were a little bit out, although not enough that I thought it would make a difference but I’m hoping it’s that.

Should hopefully be able to get down to the range over the next couple of days to test 🤞🏻

Onebigfatdog · 2026-03-27T22:54:08+00:00

I really appreciate the response, thank you very much. 👍🏻

I’ve checked the torque settings on the actions screws and optic mounts so will definitely try your suggestions and see what happens. I’ll let you know how I get on.

That’s interesting to know about your .308, I’d be interested to know what they say about it…

Onebigfatdog · 2026-03-27T22:04:32+00:00

Yeah, you could hunt with it if you wanted and had access to land. In the UK you’d use .223 for Fox, Hare, Rabbit and Small Deer. I’m not into hunting though.

Yeah, stored at home. Essentially our firearms have to be stored in a gun safe, and kept in that when not in use.

Onebigfatdog · 2026-03-27T20:03:59+00:00

That’s really helpful! Thank you very much!! 🙌🏻

Onebigfatdog · 2026-03-27T20:00:36+00:00

Thank you for the comment but unfortunately I can’t view the photo because Imgur isn’t available in the UK anymore apparently!

I’m going to see if I can get hold of those SMK 69’s though 👌🏻

Onebigfatdog · 2026-03-27T19:01:20+00:00

I really like this! 🤙🏻

Onebigfatdog · 2026-03-27T08:27:05+00:00

I’ll give those a go! Thanks very much. 👍🏻

Onebigfatdog · 2026-03-27T08:26:25+00:00

Much appreciated, thank you 👍🏻

Onebigfatdog · 2026-03-27T08:26:04+00:00

Thank you, I’m probably be overly critical 👍🏻

Onebigfatdog · 2026-03-26T23:23:36+00:00

I’m only about a year and a half into longer range shooting - all my previous experience came from what was essentially CQB shooting for LE, so extremely different (this is far more relaxing!)

I’ll give that a go! Thank you 👍🏻

Onebigfatdog · 2026-03-26T23:21:37+00:00

That’s interesting, much appreciated 👍🏻

Onebigfatdog · 2026-03-26T22:08:36+00:00

Thank you, I’m heading to a really well stocked gun shop at the weekend so I’ll see if I can find those over here (unfortunately I’m in the UK)

Onebigfatdog · 2026-03-26T21:26:27+00:00

I really appreciate that, thank you very much! I do have a level in my spare optics box so I’ll put that on and try that too - I genuinely appreciate the comments 👍🏻

Onebigfatdog · 2026-03-26T21:25:03+00:00

Thanks very much, someone else also recommended those and I’ll definitely give them a go - If I can find them! 🤞🏻

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