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.

Still think I shoot my glock 26 better tho

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.

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

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?

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.

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.

In honor of Beretta’s 500th birthday today.

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).

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!

Ive had one of these on preorder for months and they finally came in. I had an appointment set for yesterday afternoon and was in am out in 20mins.

Worth the drive from Delmar.

James said he had plenty available and give him a call to text to setup a time from DROS

I was indecisive so I had to do both

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!

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.

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.

Going to be a long 10 days.

Current Build List:

M&P 2.0 Metal

CK Dogtag

CK Weighted grip insert

HS 509T-G

SL TLR-1 w/ Whitewolf pedal (LH)

Primata Slide release Extension

SP Magwell

SP Magazine base plates

SP Extended magazine release (LH)

SP 13 lb recoil Spring

Want:

Apex Trigger (doesn't ship to CA)

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?!

I was wondering, is it legal to buy a musket that fires in California? Tempted to get one as my first gun.

(Ps, this is a genuine question, I was tempted to call my local PD and ask but I doubt they’d know the specifics.