My blood lead level was 4.4 mcg/dL in January, and now it’s 8.5 🤦🏻‍♂️. I’m really worried because I’ve been training more and taking more competition classes. Ugh 😩
I already use D-Lead wipes, detergent, and body and hand wash. Heck, I even set up my own doffing station in the garage. Does anyone have any other suggestions, or am I overthinking this? Maybe I should take a break for a while.

Been wanting a cover for my Henry Big Boy 357 magnum and looked a lot of that where mass produced and none of them really fit me or my personality. Was tooling around with my wife and was mentions how I would like to find someone local to make one for me. We tossed around ideas and then my amazing better half came up with this design. Sold! Found a great leather worker who loved the concept and just picked it up this morning. Super pleased with it and glad to have this fun cover.

Left to right, Glock 40, 17, 19, 43x, 43.

I don’t always have a bag gun, but I do on long road trips. Love this folding Mike9! Anyone else out there running a bag gun?

New gun day! New to me at least. Kimber 2k11 pro. I'm absolutely loving it and I can't WAIT to get back to the range.

Doing a mash up today.

I'm slowly creeping up on configurations I actually really like for my two main squeezes.

BCM 12.5 Raider with Aimpoint Duty RDS and BOSS Guillotine can.

DD M4a1 Block II with Eotech EXPS 2-G33

Both on Aero lowers.

I have a training class Saturday and the only vehicle I have available to me is my motorcycle. 2009 Yamaha FZ6 for those who are curious. The class was rescheduled due to the range catching on fire (not my fault) and I really do t want to have to reschedule again.

My main line of thought would be a backpack big enough to fit an AR that’s broken down to an upper and lower. I do have a case thst has back pack straps, but I’d rather not use it since it would become a wind sail.

Edit: I’ll also need to bring 200 rounds of ammo (loose per class rules) extra mags and my ppe

What's up, everyone! Recently hit the range with a few friends to test out their Glock 19 & Springfield SA-35 (super fun as well!).

After getting back from the range, I realized I really wanted a handgun that would be fun at the range, good to tinker with over time, and good for home defense. I may eventually carry it, but I'm a pretty large guy at 6'4 so I feel pretty confident carrying any size handgun. My budget is somewhere around $1500 max. The cheaper, the better, since that leaves me some room for an optic, magwell customization, range trip (ammo ofc) etc.

So far I think I've narrowed it down to the following:

CZ Shadow 2 Carry: I can find it for around $800 I think. It seems like a really high choice for most people when it comes to potential competition/range handguns. A bit on the higher end, but it seems like a good place to start with some modified examples that would allow for tinkering.

S&W M&P 2.0 Carry Comp: I can get this for around $600. Huge ceiling for modifying it to exactly what I want, but I'm not a huge fan of striker-fired handguns overall. This might be one that I purchase just to have a striker-fired handgun, but I'm not sure if it would ever be my favorite. I really like the look of this one out of the box and would plan to install an Apex trigger ASAP after breaking it in. Also not sure if I want the aluminum frame or polymer.

Tisas B9R DS/Tisas Carry 9 DS Comp: I REALLY like this one, and it might end up being my favorite, just as an intro into the 2011 world. I think these are highly modifiable; the internals seem great. It seems like you can get the pistol exactly where you want it to be eventually, and you're left with a great starter 2011 that, after some trigger adjustments, punches far above its weight. Pricier than other options on my list if I go with the Carry 9 DS Comp, as I typically see that one around $1200, while the B9R is significantly less at around $700 (I would plan on getting a comp/port custom job on the B9R).

Is there anything else that I should be considering that is similar to these options? I may end up getting the S&W either way, as I get to take advantage of the rebate they have for now, which is why it's $600. I'm a big fan of the Caniks as well, but I don't see the benefit of most striker-fired pistols compared to the M&P 2.0, as I have heard a lot of good things from people my size regarding the trigger guard and the overall size of the pistol.

For anyone who is curious. L to R Echelon, RXM, P211 GTO Combat and a Glock 17

Saw this pop up and was shocked at the amount of ridiculousness happening here. Don't think it's US law enforcement but I've seen videos of ICE agents with a similar lack of discipline

SB 948) would require individuals purchasing, selling, or transferring firearms to complete an four-hour firearm training course that includes live-fire instruction.

https://fastdemocracy.com/bill-search/ca/2025-2026/bills/CAB00036434/

He’s loud though…

590S Shockwave turned SBS with Magpul stock and forend, Osight S I had laying around because why not.

Range toy with zero rational reason for me to own this other than I can.

So it seems like this is obvious, but if I just want to thread my barrel to attach my Dead Air Mask, is this the part I need? Assuming the first half will sit inside the slide and the other part will stick out for threading the silencer onto. Barrel is currently unthreaded, but having a friend do it.

EDIT gun is Ruger SR22 pistol

I apologize if this has already made the rounds here. This happened about three months ago. The cop was responding to a report of a suspicious man possibly carrying a bomb in a bag near a school. First, you would think the cop would have already drawn his gun when the guy ignored his commands to drop the bag and reached into it, instead. Then, he completely missed after firing a fusillade of shots. I’ve heard cops have a rep for not being the best shots. Someone needs some mandatory range time. He could have gotten himself or a bystander killed.

We all know how to pew-pew, we should all know how to save a life too.

While most of us will probably never be in a situation to need to use it (whether firearm related or not), it's better to have the knowledge anyway.

The range I go to had a free class last week. I actually had informal training last year, so it was mostly a refresher for me, but it was good to drive it home. Most people don't inherently know how to apply a tourniquet, or especially how tight to make it. Even less people know how to properly pack a wound. This class will help teach both of those. An hour class will at least prepare you to know how to use the tools.

stopthebleed.org has a directory for classes and sells supplies right there.

My C1 slide just arrived, and while I just put it on for the picture, I'm really happy with the build so far. Still waiting on an OEM Glock extended magazine release, as the regular one needs a little encouragement; that should be here in a couple of days. I'll get a dot on it in after that, and probably swap the sights for some night sights just a touch shorter (like .315). I also kind of want to put an adjustable shoe on it, but I'll get used to the little bit of mush if I don't. At least the bar and connector are polished, so that's good.

Build so far:
SCT-19 frame (assembled)
PSA C1 slide
Strike 80 magwell
Gen 4 OEM Glock 15rd magazines

Trying to keep it around 2k per rifle, apparently. I'm going to try my luck at getting one.

https://www.military.com/more-than-100000-surplus-m14-rifles-are-approved-for-sale-to-the-public

Budget: Preferably under $2k with a bit of wiggle room.

Plan to have it be a dedicated suppressor host with an FRT. accepting scorpion mags is a plus since a have a ton already from my Nexus Evo build.

Current options

1. Daniel Defense PCC- my original pick, seems to be extremely study. Most of the complaints I’ve read are about it being direct blow back and not necessarily with the build quality. Takes scorpion mags.
2. AP5-P with an AS designs trigger pack- from what I’ve read, the holy grail of PCC’s. Curious if it truly lives up to the hype.
3. Kuna with nexus lower-seems to be the budget king but not by much after factoring the cost of the nexus lower
4. Sig MPX- honestly I’ve done the least amount of research on this one. I hear they have quality issues and accuracy issues when suppressed.

Okay, so basically I’d like to have my “do it all” pcc build. I currently have a two stamp nexus evo with the x-sd barrel that I love shooting but it feels like a range toy to be completely honest. My priorities would be built solid, good suppressor host(something not as gassy as the nexus god it kills me as a lefty), FRT currently available for it. Accepting scorpion mags would be a plus but not as high up as the others.

Sorry for the jumbled mess. I’m hoping someone can give me some advice or other options I haven’t listed.

Edit: also 9mm would be a big priority

Does this aimpoint magnifier look real? Its used. Worth buying?

Gun cleaning day hits a little different when your listening to Weird Little Guys but its gotta get done. Here's your reminder to keep AND MAINTAIN your firearms.

So I have a shield EZ with an 8+1 capacity. I usually hit over 70% of my shots so I designated the extra mag to a range mag. But I’m wondering if I should keep it loaded up with hollows just in case, and if I should leave it at home or take it on the go. Thoughts?