Welcome to the New Bay Area Calguns Community Chapter Introduce Yourself Here

[Phrogger]

Hi, I'm Ed, I'm fairly new to calguns and I've been putting my collection back together again, also got my wife into shooting just this year and she has already bought two pistols! We shoot at Bullseye San Rafael a lot, and will go check out Richmond Rod and Gun Club soon. We shoot: Colt 1911 (USMC), ruger Mark III, and Sig P232 and P226 (MK25), looking to buy some rifles next, probably a 10/22 and a .308

[Lingwendil]

Hello all, my name is Anthony. Just recently moved to Oakley, and I shoot at united sportsmen's in Concord. I grew up in Antioch and spent the last nine years bouncing between Turlock /Modesto. Any local resources for AK building? Or anyone that has tools for sale or rent?

[RabidFuzzle]

Guy R.
Born in TX, grew up in Oklahoma.
US Army 1992-1998
Been shooting in some fashion since I was 6.
Currently live in Oakland and work in SF.
Ranges: Chabot Gun Club, and Bullseye Indoor in San Rafael. Looking to try some of the other local ranges as well.
S&W M&P9 Shield, S&W Model 629, Sig Sauer P238, Kimber Stainless Target II in 9mm. Currently researching parts to build an AR-15.

[808@515]

Aloha all,
Hawaii transplant in East Bay going on 3 years and a born again gun enthusiast. Got rid of all my guns almost 30 years ago with the exception of a 6" .357 Colt Trooper MK III that's been greased up and locked away since then. Recently regained interest and looking forward to learning how to shoot all over again. Wife and I have been shooting pistol and rifle primarily at Chabot but not as frequently as I would like. Looking forward to being part of the community.

[AmericanRedoubt]

Welcome aboard 808@515 RabidFuzzle, Lingwendil, and Phrogger: Calguns.net is the best online gun forum I've ever found. My family is about to do our first Appleseed Shoot next week.

Long live the Republic. God Speed.

[808@515]

Originally Posted by AmericanRedoubt

Welcome aboard 808@515 RabidFuzzle, Lingwendil, and Phrogger: Calguns.net is the best online gun forum I've ever found. My family is about to do our first Appleseed Shoot next week.

Long live the Republic. God Speed.

Mahalo! We would love to attend an Appleseed event but the schedule is not right for us now. Maybe next year.

[grantsucceeded]

Want to be involve. We are family of 4 all in to shooting. Let me know when and how I can help.

[Semi]

Hey guys. Got back into shooting again recently. Been lurking around the forum reading. Thought i should introduce myself. Im in Milpitas. Not a member of any club. Have been to Target Masters and Reeds for shooting over the years. Plan on checking out the range in San Leandro sometime soon. I have a 14 yr old Glock 19, Walther Tph 22 given to me by a relative and a newly purchased S&W M&P 15-22.

[NaSir510]

I have nothing to say but I'm in the bay

[Xcom]

Hi Everyone,

New to calguns but not firearms. Looking to meet other bay area shooters to help hone my skills, and discuss how I can get involved in the calguns community. Glad to be here!

[Jomamuh]

Hi, long term shot gunner here starting to handgun shoot with a new Glock 20SF and have two 80% lowers I need some pointers on completing. Thank you in advance for any suggestions.
Best wishes.... Joe

[pmoney]

Hi forum. I am a new part time resident of penninsula, hopefully permanent soon!!!.. I came here for work. I am interested in apply for ccw .. I am a florida ccw and ny ccw(sorta). Thank you

[J.R.W.]

J.R.W. some of u know me . From hayward.

[New Gunner]

Hey guys, New to the Bay Area and hopefully new to owning a gun. Just waiting on my Drivers License to come in the mail. Have been lurking around the boards for the past month or so and am excited to be a part of the forum.

[Niceandy]

Hi guys, long time lurker. Own my own Aquatic/Pond biz in the East Bay Area.

like shootin' fish in a barrel

[EMPTYITOUT]

Remember Bay Area Calgunners...these last few says before Xmas is for giving...and I'm gonna need 45ACP for my last SSE purchase so let the gifting begin!

[andrewsanchez54]

Merry Christmas!
New member glad to be here.
Aloha,
Andrew

[brossiah]

Hello. New member to the forum, and I'm about to be living in Daly City / Pacifica / San Bruno area in the next month. Currently staying in San Jose until I can find a studio in the areas. STI Single Stack shooter, looking for some USPSA / local matches to have fun at!

Glad to be a part of the forums! See you guys at the range.

[DeucesWild818]

Hello everyone,

Originally from upstate ny and moved to San francisco a little over a year ago. Mostly shot shotguns as it's the only thing you could hunt with there, so I'm new to rifles. Picked up a model 70 as the starter of my collection and we'll see where it goes from there.

[chemist]

Hi all,
I'm new to the forum, relatively new to guns as well. I just got my first rifle and looking to buy a shorty and some handguns soon. I'm located in 650. I've been going either to reeds , jackson arms, or Sunnyvale rod and gun. Hope I can meet some folks to go shooting with, I don't know anyone IRL

[grantsucceeded]

Been a while to the forum but first time signing in. The whole family usually goes to Chabot, Target Masters or Livermore. We shop at TRAP, Solar or Digital Instincts. We all have different likes so we have different types of toys. Hope to learn more here.

[DeucesWild818]

Great to see people in my area, seems within the city there is no one who has any interest.

[Broncobeast]

Name is Zeke. Just moved to the bay from chico for a new job. Been shooting since I was 14, I reload, and have done a couple 80% ar's. Been around the forum for years. Good to hear that there are so many gun nuts in the bay.

[H8RG8R]

Hey there, my name is Ben.

I've been living in the Bay for around 2 years now, from Minnesota originally.
Left most of the weapons at home when I moved out here, plenty were not Cal legal, and I don't have great security where I'm living in Oakland.

Looking to get back into shooting, miss it too much. Ideally going to be building up a bolt weapon to do some range work with. Most of my experience is with AR platform stuff.

Wondering what the situation is with gun storage in the Bay Area. Do clubs offer weapon lockers here? I'd prefer to keep my weapon not at home, due to roomates. I'd love to find a range with 200-400 yards if possible, and a place to keep the rifle.

Did a search but didn't find much, let me know if you folks have any advice.

Thanks very much.

[ToddtheTyrant]

Greetings,

I'm not new to guns - but I'm new to the area. We moved last summer and after an impromptu remodel - I'm finally getting settled in. So far I've only been to the Sunnyvale Rod & Gun Club and Reed's Indoor Range - but I'm looking forward to checking out some more ranges this summer.

[CrazyLittle]

Hello everyone, I grew up shooting my father's Springfield 84 and Browning SA-22 over at Chabot, and just got back into target shooting on my own with a buck mark and a 10/22. I've been reading up on IDPA and USPSA competitions so if you guys have any tips or comments about the best places around the East Bay to learn, I'd love to talk. Thanks!

[Gryff]

Originally Posted by CrazyLittle

Hello everyone, I grew up shooting my father's Springfield 84 and Browning SA-22 over at Chabot, and just got back into target shooting on my own with a buck mark and a 10/22. I've been reading up on IDPA and USPSA competitions so if you guys have any tips or comments about the best places around the East Bay to learn, I'd love to talk. Thanks!

I'm one of the IDPA club contacts at Richmond, so feel free to contact me if you have questions about the sport. I would encourage you to take a class like Richmond's New Competitor Class to familiarize you with the sport. This or something similar from another club are required before shooting a competition at Richmond.

[CrazyLittle]

Originally Posted by Gryff

I'm one of the IDPA club contacts at Richmond, so feel free to contact me if you have questions about the sport. I would encourage you to take a class like Richmond's New Competitor Class to familiarize you with the sport. This or something similar from another club are required before shooting a competition at Richmond.

Sounds great. I'll probably circle back around and check out Richmond Hotshots once I have a pistol that's suitable for steel targets (and I'm comfortable/familiar with using it).

[norcalplinker]

hey all,

Just wanted to introduce myself, getting back into shooting after a 10 year layoff.. and excited to check out action and 3 gun. Thinking about going over to richmond and checking out the club.

thanks!

[bgp17]

Hey everyone, I'm new to both calguns and guns themselves.

[MistahCRZ]

Just wanted to introduce myself my name is Fernando and I'm from San Mateo

[BrassCase]

I should have stopped in and introduced myself a couple of years ago, better late than never. I'm an East Bay lifer born and bred in Castro Valley, now in San Ramon. I'm a member of the Livermore gun club but grew up shooting at Chabot.

I'm semi-retired so I shoot at least once a week. If you have time for a weekday shoot, PM me.

BTW, are there any chapter meetings?

[DeltaTacticalTG]

Hello!

Delta Tactical Training Group is very excited to be a brand new member of calguns.net!

Delta Tactical Training Group is a civilian and law enforcement firearms and defensive tactics training company located in the Northern California Bay Area, most specifically based out of Antioch, CA. Delta Tactical was created in response to the extremely high demand for basic self-defense and survival training in the civilian and law enforcement communities. Delta Tactical works closely with all levels of experience, from the beginner shooter, to the veteran law enforcement officer. The primary goal of the Delta Tactical team is to instill the necessary physical and mental fighting skills to allow every student the chance to successfully survive a potentially lethal encounter. Delta Tactical Training Group is an N.R.A. Certified Law Enforcement Firearms Training Company, as well as a State of California, B.S.I.S. Licensed Firearms, Baton Training Company, and California P.O.S.T Certified Weaponless Defense Training Company.

Our most popular class is our Basic Civilian Handgun Training Course for those with little to no experience with handguns. This class will teach you about the basic safety and responsibilities that come with owning and operating a handgun. This class teaches general safety rules, range rules, basic gun laws and transportation and storage of a firearm.

If you guys would like to learn any more information about Delta Tactical, please feel free to contact us. You can reach us at (925)775-4777 during regular office hours. You can also contact us via email at ktreat@deltatacticaltraining.com.

Check us out on Facebook and Instagram as well!

Thanks,
Delta Tactical Training Group

[jacobstactical]

Hello gang,

Looking to get involved with the local chapter. Is there a regular meeting or gathering? Interested in volunteering as well. Open to any role.

Thanks!

Greg

www.jacobstactical.com

[AtlasFired]

Just saying hi. Been in the Bay Area for a while and I've done some lurking, but I'm fairly new to the forum. It's a great resource. Thanks!

[Mad dog tannen]

Hello Bay Area people. I just moved to the peninsula, but I have been on CalGuns for a while.

2 things you locals can help with:

Where is the nearest genuine IDPA match held?

Is there a place to trade guns/parts/accessories locally? Or a local Facebook page that for trading guns?

Thanks.

[StefanJanowski]

Hi im Stefan,

I want all your Smith Revolvers

Thank you from the Sco

[Gryff]

Originally Posted by Mad dog tannen

Where is the nearest genuine IDPA match held?

Richmond Rod & Gun Club. Second Sunday of every other month (except for May). Next match is November 8th.

Originally Posted by Mad dog tannen

Is there a place to trade guns/parts/accessories locally? Or a local Facebook page that for trading guns?

Calguns really is the best venue, but there is also this group on Facebook (although it isn't particularly active):

https://www.facebook.com/groups/736429463134102/

[Gryff]

Originally Posted by StefanJanowski

I want all your Smith Revolvers

You can't afford my S&W revolvers.

[Mad dog tannen]

Originally Posted by Gryff

Richmond Rod & Gun Club. Second Sunday of every other month (except for May). Next match is November 8th.



Calguns really is the best venue, but there is also this group on Facebook (although it isn't particularly active):

https://www.facebook.com/groups/736429463134102/

Thank you Sir...

A close friend of mine went to the Richmond Rod and Gun Club IDPA, he said it was not legit, and that they did not follow IDPA procedures correctly. I may go check them out and take their intro corse if there are no other local places. Are there any other locations?

They have a active page for 530 that I sold a couple rifles through. It's too bad there is nothing like that around here.