Gun exchange

[smoore]

Hello all,

I'm a disabled person that has limited trigger finger strength. I bought me a ruger 357 lcr with the idea that it would work well for me the gun shop salesman said. He said I just need to hold gun with both hands and use each index finger to pull trigger, however I went to range and range master said it was not safe to shoot like that.... Now I need to take gun back and return... So do I have to wait 10 days again and pay dros fee to trade for another gun? I just bought and picked up gun a week ago.... I'm so frustrated I just want to go to range and shoot!

[Sennasixty8]

Yes, another 10 days... Have you already tried out another handgun that works well for your needs?

[OliveDrab]

Sorry to hear that. I know more knowledgable people will chime in on technique for shooting that may work for you.

To make a long story short, we were Doing a cross country RV trip. My dad ordered an 870 hd edition from big 5 for the trip. 10 days later he picked up a full length shotgun. He asked the clerk to exchange for the hd gun, but Unfortunatly the dros is done via the vin number.

Short story - no you can't swap out for another gun with no dros.

Goodluck I hope you find a better suited technique or handgun.

-OD

[ThE_LoNgShOt]

Unfortunately, yes..... You can't return a firearm as it cannot be sold as "new" anymore since its Been drosed. The store will probably offer you a little more than trade Value since you just bought it, but you'll probably do better if you sell it yourself. Either way, it's a bummer of a situation. I'm not sure a revolver is your best bet if trigger finger strength is an issue. Regardless of what you end up doing, another 10 day wait is inevitable.

[smoore]

No I have not tried out a better gun for me, but range master suggested like a Ruger SP101 with a hammer. I seen one online the model 5718. Then I could pull hammer back and then pull trigger... Or have a Glock modified with a bar on back side of slide with the slide spring lightened a little

[gschoelles]

See a Gunsmith about your trigger pull, and I wouldn't put a hole lot into that Range Officers idea that using two index fingers was unsafe. If you keep your ALL fingers off the trigger until your muzzle is ON TARGET and you are willing to destroy what you are aimed at, you are good to go.

[morrcarr67]

Hello all,

I'm a disabled person that has limited trigger finger strength. I bought me a ruger 357 lcr with the idea that it would work well for me the gun shop salesman said. He said I just need to hold gun with both hands and use each index finger to pull trigger, however I went to range and range master said it was not safe to shoot like that.... Now I need to take gun back and return... So do I have to wait 10 days again and pay dros fee to trade for another gun? I just bought and picked up gun a week ago.... I'm so frustrated I just want to go to range and shoot!

Have you considered an Single Action Semi Auto Pistol?

I know you say you have week fingers so you would need to try to operate the slide of any gun you are thinking about buying. Keep in mind that you don't need to use both hands to do this. There are ways for you to use just one hand. With practice and the right gun for you you might really enjoy a single action pistol.

[Dark Mod]

Dont think any revolver will be good for you. Just forget revolvers altogether, even if they have a hammer, your gonna have a hell of a time with it and a single action autoloader can have a light trigger pull too.

[dpop24]

Nobody has mentioned it yet so I will add more bad news..... Not only do you have to do another 10 day wait period, you have to wait another 20 days until you can even DROS a new handgun because in CA you are limited to 1 new handgun purchase every 30 days.

Good luck with whatever you decide, it sounds like it has been frustrating so far.

[savannah]

I would consider taking your new gun to a gunsmith and see if he can lighten up the pull. I would not consider a Glock for you with a trigger change. Your safety is in the long pull. Before you lose money on your new gun, talk to a gunsmith.

[Mr. Beretta]

Welcome to the forum.

I'm sorry you're having problems with your new gun. I'm not sure where you purchased your Ruger but have you call the dealer and asked these questions?

Will he take the gun back? If so, how much will the dealer pay for it? Full refund? Is there a "restocking fee" ?

Depending on how much the dealer will pay you for the gun, you might want to consider selling it here in the classifieds. You didn't mention if you fired the gun. If you didn't, that would be a plus in the sale.

And lastly, once you've sold the Ruger, find a local FFL with a wide selection of handguns. Speak with the manager and explain your situation. Ask him / her for recommendations. Take your time and handle several different gun and find the one just right for you. I'm sure there's one out there, you just haven't found it yet.

Again. welcome to the forum.

Good Luck.

Hello all,

I'm a disabled person that has limited trigger finger strength. I bought me a ruger 357 lcr with the idea that it would work well for me the gun shop salesman said. He said I just need to hold gun with both hands and use each index finger to pull trigger, however I went to range and range master said it was not safe to shoot like that.... Now I need to take gun back and return... So do I have to wait 10 days again and pay dros fee to trade for another gun? I just bought and picked up gun a week ago.... I'm so frustrated I just want to go to range and shoot!

[curtru]

Sounds like the counter jockey was only about the sale of the gun and not your particular needs. But there are many guns to choose from and if I was in your situation I would spend some time at gun shops handling and finding one that has the most manageable trigger pull and maybe someone in calguns might be able to help narrow done the list with you.

[unusedusername]

smoore: Where are you located?

There may be a range near you that will allow you to rent a variety of handguns so you can try them out and find one that works well for you before you decide which one to purchase.

These ranges usually have certified instructors that can help folks with special needs choose a suitable firearm. If you tell us what city you live in we can point you to a nearby range.

You might prefer a single action semi-auto pistol, or a revolver that can be fired from single action. Single action firearms have less trigger pull distance and lighter springs in the pull, with the tradeoff that you must either manually activate single action mode (revolvers) or use a separate trigger activation lever safety (semi-autos). The revolver has the downside that it must be cocked between each shot to be in single action, but the upside that there is no heavy slide spring to work against. For a semi-auto you will need to be able to move the slide, and use your thumb to disengage the safety lever, but once you fire you will not need to manually reengage single action mode like with a revolver.

As others have said, CA law requires a new 10-day wait, and the wait is linked to the serial number on the gun. Even a different gun of the same make and model triggers another wait.

You should be able to avoid the 1-in-30-days rule being triggered if the dealer cancels the old DROS before starting the new one. This means that you may be able to avoid having to wait longer then 10 days if the paperwork is done exactly perfectly.