1st gen gun owner. Willing to learn and be informed

[thunderclown]

Moved to pdx new to this gun stuff trying to be correctly taught and or learn gun culture

Thanks in advance

P

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[L0C0]

Welcome on board...

 

[Mikej]

Moved to pdx new to this gun stuff trying to be correctly taught and or learn gun culture

Thanks in advance

P

What kind of gun stuff might you be interested in? The way I got my start was my father giving me his, mostly OLD, guns he had come by after he got out of The Navy in 1947. That was roughly 2009. I had a close young friend, like a son, that introduced me to gun shows at the Expo Center. Since then I've learned and done a lot with firearms. I might suggest, you show to be in portland, and you have time this morning, you go to The Oregon Arms Collectors Show at the Kliever Armory at:
10000 NE 33rd Drive in Portland.

Home Page

www.oregonarmscollectors.com

There's not much of any black or plastic guns and tactical stuff. There's a ton of history, and historical firearms and accoutrements. A whole room full of vastly knowledgeable guys to chat with. It's well worth your $5.00 entry fee. The show starts early and is winding down by noon.

 

[Andy54Hawken]

Welcome the forum.

Not sure what is meant by 'gun culture"...but then I ain't too hip on modern slang / trendy words and phrases.

As far as a learning....

it is wise to :
Always ask before picking up someone's firearm....

Always check to make sure the firearm is unloaded...be sure to ask if you don't know how to check.

It is also okay to check to see if the firearm is unloaded...even if told that it is unloaded.

Keep your finger off the trigger , until you are ready to shoot.

Br mindful of where the muzzle is pointing.

When asking questions it is good to be as specific as possible...
Avoid the "What is best..? " kinda questions ...since best is extremely subjective...
And what is best for one person or one situation , may not be best for someone else or a different situation.

Don't worry about or even try to learn "everything at once"....
Lots of different firearms out there....lots of different ways to shoot and use them safely.

Understand that when asking questions from multiple "gun guys".....
You will get multiple answers...many of which will differ wildly.

Also know that just 'cause some gun guy says or does something on his you tube channel don't mean that it is wise to do the same...
Or even legal.

And lastly...
Please know that the one size fits all media stereotype of a "gun owner"....ain't always true.
As well as knowing many firearm terms that are used by the media...are wrong...or used incorrectly.

Take a good look around here at all the sub forums at NWFA...there is a wealth of information available.
Andy

 

[Camelfilter]

Folks newly interested in firearms/firearms ownership as adults might benefit from taking a basic firearms safety class to Introduce & reinforce the safety aspects of firearms ownership which @Andy54Hawken mentions above.

Doing such can help new firearms owners avoid gaining poor/bad/dangerous habits on there own. Poor/bad/dangerous habits are difficult to unlearn.

We did just that, took a basic safety class. Joined a gun club (ARPC Albany/Shedd Oregon), took other classes, practice various skills a bunch & also go shooting simply for the fun of it itself. Safely.

Our first class was with Tritac (an indoor range in Keizer/just North/next door to Salem). Just a basic of basics class, no student firearms in the classroom, blue inert handguns & discussion. The instructor even had magazines with inert bullets (snap caps) so folks could learn how to load (charge) handgun magazines. Then instructed how to safely take apart a handgun (field strip) for cleaning.

Basics/simplistic legalities of defensive firearms use were touched upon when we took a Concealed Handgun License class for our Oregon & Utah permits.

We've since moved to Southern Oregon, are members of 2 clubs (one open 24/7/365), plus have reasonable access to 3 county public ranges (2 pretty good, 1 ok).

Unfortunately you are starting out at a difficult time for firearms ownership in Oregon. Magazine capacity restrictions shortly, plus a permit to purchase scheme coming up as well. Not to dissuade a new firearms owner, by any means! Just to help make them aware of coming legalities in Oregon.

 

[Alexx1401]

Moved to pdx new to this gun stuff trying to be correctly taught and or learn gun culture

Thanks in advance

P

ALWAYS need more people to get and stay interested in shooting! Welcome. You can find enough here to read up for a LONG time.

 

[Koda]

Moved to pdx new to this gun stuff trying to be correctly taught and or learn gun culture

Thanks in advance

P

The very first thing to do is learn, memorize and follow the 4 basic rules of gun safety and everything else will fall into place.

1. All guns are always loaded. Even if they are not, treat them as if they are.
2. Never let the muzzle cover anything you are not willing to destroy. (For those who insist that this particular gun is unloaded, see Rule 1.)
3. Keep your finger off the trigger till your sights are on the target. This is the Golden Rule. Its violation is directly responsible for about 60 percent of inadvertent discharges.
4. Identify your target, and what is behind it. Never shoot at anything that you have not positively identified.

 

[Mack Bolan]

Agree with Camelfilter.
Take a safety class first.
Even a basic Hunter Safety class is better then nothing.
More advanced classes will help you determine the best firearm that suits your needs and fits you properly.
Good luck !

 

[1775usmc]

Please Vote in the future if you don't already do.

We are loosing gun rights due to the fact gun owners sit on their hands and don't vote. Stay informed and pay attention to what is going on.

 

[Xaevian]

Welcome!

 

[64MercurysRule]

Welcome from r we gone . Glad you're here . Feel free to share . There is much to see , learn and share here . With a lot of humor thrown in too . Enjoy the forum and all it has to offer . Blessings from our bunker to you & yours .

 

[1911Fanatic]

Welcome

 

[Medic 2 B]

Welcome!

 

[thunderclown]

What kind of gun stuff might you be interested in? The way I got my start was my father giving me his, mostly OLD, guns he had come by after he got out of The Navy in 1947. That was roughly 2009. I had a close young friend, like a son, that introduced me to gun shows at the Expo Center. Since then I've learned and done a lot with firearms. I might suggest, you show to be in portland, and you have time this morning, you go to The Oregon Arms Collectors Show at the Kliever Armory at:
10000 NE 33rd Drive in Portland.

Home Page

www.oregonarmscollectors.com

There's not much of any black or plastic guns and tactical stuff. There's a ton of history, and historical firearms and accoutrements. A whole room full of vastly knowledgeable guys to chat with. It's well worth your $5.00 entry fee. The show starts early and is winding down by noon.

Thank you for gun shows info. As for the stuff im interested im not really sure. affordable low maintenance i think is the way I've been headed so far. Thanks

 

[thunderclown]

Welcome the forum.

Not sure what is meant by 'gun culture"...but then I ain't too hip on modern slang / trendy words and phrases.

As far as a learning....

it is wise to :
Always ask before picking up someone's firearm....

Always check to make sure the firearm is unloaded...be sure to ask if you don't know how to check.

It is also okay to check to see if the firearm is unloaded...even if told that it is unloaded.

Keep your finger off the trigger , until you are ready to shoot.

Br mindful of where the muzzle is pointing.

When asking questions it is good to be as specific as possible...
Avoid the "What is best..? " kinda questions ...since best is extremely subjective...
And what is best for one person or one situation , may not be best for someone else or a different situation.

Don't worry about or even try to learn "everything at once"....
Lots of different firearms out there....lots of different ways to shoot and use them safely.

Understand that when asking questions from multiple "gun guys".....
You will get multiple answers...many of which will differ wildly.

Also know that just 'cause some gun guy says or does something on his you tube channel don't mean that it is wise to do the same...
Or even legal.

And lastly...
Please know that the one size fits all media stereotype of a "gun owner"....ain't always true.
As well as knowing many firearm terms that are used by the media...are wrong...or used incorrectly.

Take a good look around here at all the sub forums at NWFA...there is a wealth of information available.
Andy

Thank you for info

 

[thunderclown]

Folks newly interested in firearms/firearms ownership as adults might benefit from taking a basic firearms safety class to Introduce & reinforce the safety aspects of firearms ownership which @Andy54Hawken mentions above.

Doing such can help new firearms owners avoid gaining poor/bad/dangerous habits on there own. Poor/bad/dangerous habits are difficult to unlearn.

We did just that, took a basic safety class. Joined a gun club (ARPC Albany/Shedd Oregon), took other classes, practice various skills a bunch & also go shooting simply for the fun of it itself. Safely.

Our first class was with Tritac (an indoor range in Keizer/just North/next door to Salem). Just a basic of basics class, no student firearms in the classroom, blue inert handguns & discussion. The instructor even had magazines with inert bullets (snap caps) so folks could learn how to load (charge) handgun magazines. Then instructed how to safely take apart a handgun (field strip) for cleaning.

Basics/simplistic legalities of defensive firearms use were touched upon when we took a Concealed Handgun License class for our Oregon & Utah permits.

We've since moved to Southern Oregon, are members of 2 clubs (one open 24/7/365), plus have reasonable access to 3 county public ranges (2 pretty good, 1 ok).

Unfortunately you are starting out at a difficult time for firearms ownership in Oregon. Magazine capacity restrictions shortly, plus a permit to purchase scheme coming up as well. Not to dissuade a new firearms owner, by any means! Just to help make them aware of coming legalities in Oregon.

I appreciate the info thank you

 

[thunderclown]

ALWAYS need more people to get and stay interested in shooting! Welcome. You can find enough here to read up for a LONG time.

Thank you

 

[thunderclown]

The very first thing to do is learn, memorize and follow the 4 basic rules of gun safety and everything else will fall into place.

1. All guns are always loaded. Even if they are not, treat them as if they are.
2. Never let the muzzle cover anything you are not willing to destroy. (For those who insist that this particular gun is unloaded, see Rule 1.)
3. Keep your finger off the trigger till your sights are on the target. This is the Golden Rule. Its violation is directly responsible for about 60 percent of inadvertent discharges.
4. Identify your target, and what is behind it. Never shoot at anything that you have not positively identified.

Thak you for the info

 

[thunderclown]

Agree with Camelfilter.
Take a safety class first.
Even a basic Hunter Safety class is better then nothing.
More advanced classes will help you determine the best firearm that suits your needs and fits you properly.
Good luck !

Thank you

 

[thunderclown]

Please Vote in the future if you don't already do.

We are loosing gun rights due to the fact gun owners sit on their hands and don't vote. Stay informed and pay attention to what is going