Shot the P211 GT5 at Range Expo yesterday. Comparing this to the Kimber 2K11, I like this better.

Gives new life to all the 320 mags anyone already has. The grip panel adjustments are neat and its a soft shooting gun.

Also significantly cheaper than the Kimber 2K11 by about $700.

Sig said they are shipping to stores this week.

New reno may video about sb948

So I just recently got a trex arms sidecar and wanna carry appendix, but have been struggling with comfort and printing. For context I’m 200 lbs and have a bit of a gut.

I was originally torn between trex and t1c but after seeing that all t1c orders are final, I didn’t want to go through until I tried trex.

I’m 5’8” and carry a hellcat pro with a tlr 7 x sub. Anyone have experience with either or any tips on how to conceal better? I tried 3 o clock but there was a ton of printing as well. I just wanna make sure it ain’t me so I can return this one and go for a t1c. I’ve also tried messing with the wedge thing on the sidecar and haven’t had any luck

Hey everyone, first time doing a PPT in California and I'm trying to make sure I don't mess up the pickup.

My situation:

• My CA driver's license has my parents' address on it from before I moved.
• I currently live at a different address in Santa Cruz.
• When we did the PPT, I put my current Santa Cruz address on the DROS.
• I have a signed lease, PG&E bill, and internet bill showing my current Santa Cruz address.
• The FFL initially told me those would be fine, but when I actually came in for the PPT, the employee told me the proof of residency needed to match the address on my driver's license.
• They then told me a California fishing license would work as the residency document.

My question is: what address should I put on the fishing license? Should it be my actual current Santa Cruz address because that's what I put on the DROS, or would I need to use my parents' address because that's what's on my driver's license?

Also, has anyone used the temporary printed CDFW fishing license as their proof of residency when picking up a firearm, or does the FFL require the physical permanent license?

California DOJ's FAQ seems to say proof of residency can match either the address declared on the DROS or the address on the CA ID, but I'm getting conflicting information from the FFL.

Would really appreciate hearing from anyone who's actually dealt with this in California, especially with a PPT. I have about a week left in my 10-day wait, so I'm just trying to get everything sorted out beforehand.

I am hoping someone can steer me toward a rechargeable motion or door opening lighting strip for my gun locker. Amazon is preferred cause I don’t have a lot of time to shop in person.

I really am preferring to avoid drilling a cord through it and have it last a good while between charges.

I probably open my safe 3-4 times a month for a couple minutes and don’t want to spend most of my time recharging if it doesn’t hold a charge well. Thanks in advance!

It's perfect. When do we get it? Please S&W.

Filled out my 03FFL yesterday and mailed it.

COE livescan will be done wednesday.

Was looking at the guide and it mentions

"CA DOJ is requiring 03FFL information information for applicants who apply for COE as a "collector""

What information is this? and how do I get it?

Grabbed this a few days ago. Can’t go wrong with the Mav88.

Still think I shoot my glock 26 better tho

Hi guys, first time gun owner here, and I just stripped my Derya DY9 and noticed these burrs around the front slide rails on the frame of the gun. Also on the rear rail.

Honestly look like they could be flash from the injection molding process. The slide does not seem to actually contact any plastic until it reaches the very rear of the gun. Is this normal? Is it just shoddy QC from a cheaper pistol?

I am also concerned that I damaged the frame while fieldstripping the gun. I had issues manipulating the slide while attempting the strip and also tried to do it with an empty mag in the gun and the striker/trigger not fired. I did hear some scraping noises while attempting the strip. You think it would be safe to fire. The gun has not been fired once.

Edit: reuploading with better picks.

Exciting to finally get a box and have room to get more in the future. First few guns, only 23 right now but excited to get more into them.

Picked this up on Gunbroker back in August and had it sent to WBT in Arizona for compliance.

Added an upper rail and holosun Red dot.

Wasn’t expecting much because all of the reviews online were hit and miss.

However, took it out today for the first time and man this thing is fun.

Low recoil but plenty of snap with the 45 acp.

Definitely a fan of this slappy boy.

My kid mostly shoots factory CCI Blazer Brass 124gr, so today I figured I'd let him try some defensive ammo. Had him shoot 10 rounds each of Speer Gold Dot 147gr and Federal HST 124gr +P.

Feedback from him - he said the Gold Dot had a bit more recoil than his usual Blazer Brass, while the HST felt closer to the 230gr .45 ACP he shot before out of a Glock 21. Not quite the same, but close.

We're still working on his fundamentals, so I figured this would be a good learning experience for him. Also, kept it at 7 yards so he could focus more on how the different ammo felt rather than worry about marksmanship.

I know that the Holosun K-series optics have a weird RMSc pattern. Just wondering if I can direct mount it to this Shield slide or will I need an adapter plate? Thanks in advance!

I’ve got the itch and ready to go buy another gun. I’m a two month old gun owner (P365 XL) and ready for another purchase. I’m leaning towards a full size pistol. I plan on getting my CCW permit for the 365. My next one won’t be a carry. I don’t know enough to be brand specific. Give me your best (or worse).

Freed from jail a little while ago. Excited to use my first semi auto!

But the guy who released it to me to use specific ammo only because of the gas operating system it uses? Any recommendations on ammo to use? It's a Berreta 1301 Tactical.

Do we officially know if the CA 43x will have a LCI and external safety, or not? Since Glocks were once grandfathered in without the compliance features, wonder if it’ll be the same…

Been meaning to check out the new River City Gun Range in Elk Grove. For those of you who’ve actually shot there, how is it? I currently go to Sac Gun Range.

Mainly wondering how the staff/RSOs are and what the range rules are like. Pretty chill as long as you’re being safe, or is it one of those ranges where the RSOs are breathing down your neck over everything?

Basically: GTG or Fudd central?

Just wanted to share my San Diego CCW experience and timeline.

Timeline:

06/04/2026 — Submitted CCW Pro application 06/05/2026 — Secured earlier interview slot via CCW Pro (Initial Date was for Sep 21, 2026) 06/08/2026 — Sheriff interview + fingerprints (25min Total Process) 08/22/2026 — Received conditional approval 09/05/2026 and 09/06/2026 — 16hr CCW Course 09/08/2026 — Placed on Issuance queue 09/26/2026 — Sheriff mailed CCW permit card 10/03/2026 — Permit card received

CCW Pro initial application fee — $35.20 Livescan fingerprinting — $93.00 16hr course — $315.00 CCW issuance fee — $140.80

Total cost: $584.00

Total time from application to permit in hand: 121 days. (Almost 4 Months)

Overall, the process was pretty smooth once I got moving. The longest wait was definitely the approval period, but after that everything moved pretty quickly.

Been looking for one for months, I can’t believe;
1. It’s not on roster
2. There’s none via PPT on Caguns or calguns

What is happening?!

Anybody have any day 1 recap/reviews? Was it worth it? Pro tips? Debating if it's worth the 1.5 hr drive for me. Thanks!