Virginia Gun Owners Forum - VGOF

Hi Everybody,

Brand new to the 2nd Amendment scene, for all practical purposes. My dad taught me shooting basics (rifle, pistol, and shotgun) back when I was in my early teens--informal lessons in the woods and a few trips to the range. He was never much of a firearm enthusiast (unlike his father), but did want to teach me basic gun handling skills. I definitely appreciate that he did that for me.

Anyway, I hadn't touched a gun since I was maybe 14 until last year--a good 15 years later--when I had the opportunity to go on a charity skeet shooting trip with some coworkers. I had a blast with that (both literally and figuratively), and am pretty sure it's what sparked my interest in firearms for as a hobby and, more recently, for protection.

I picked up a used Glock 19 in great condition this weekend, and am signed up with the girlfriend for a basic handgun safety course in Richmond next weekend--I figure after all these years I could definitely use a refresher, and certainly want her to be able to safely handle it now that we have a gun in the house. Also, I'll be able to use the certificate from that to apply for my CHP.

That's pretty much it. I look forward to meeting fellow board members both online, and in person at the range.

Welcome.

Glad you're here.

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Incidentally, any recommendations from people in/around the area for their favorite shops and ranges? In terms of shops, the only one I know of in town is Woodbrook Sports (which is where I got my Glock), and the closest range looks to be the Rivanna Rifle & Pistol Club.

Obviously, closer is nice, but I'm not opposed to venturing out a little further when it comes to quality, selection, staff, etc. All advice, tips, etc. is appreciated.

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Welcome to VGOF, abraxas

welcome from c'ville. makes me feel good that some of my neighbors are armed

Welcome aboard Aaron.

Here's a review on the Rivanna range.

range-reports/rivanna-rifle-and-pistol-club-range-t6034.html

Thanks for the warm welcome, everyone.

And thanks, Rick, for the link to the RRPC review--sounds like a fun place to visit. I'll have to check it out.

Welcome

Welcome aboard and if you ever get out my way stop by for a cup of coffee and some shooting on my ranges.
Bill

Awesome offer, Bill--thanks very much. I might just have to take you up on your offer if I end up down your way.

And thanks, Greg, for the recommendation on the shotgun. I'll be applying for my CHP after I finish my gun safety class this weekend, which is why I'd been considering a subcompact pistol for my next purchase.

The thought of being able to hone my skeet shooting skills, though, is a definite temptation... The fundraiser was held at the Shenandale Gun Club, which was absolutely amazing, but I hear it's difficult to get a membership there. Maybe I should try to get on the waiting list now...

I personally don't like subcompacts, it's more an issue I have then with the gun. I CC a 4" xd with no problems.

Welcome abraxas!

You didn't say where you were taking your class this weekend, but I hope its with us. If so, I look forward to meeting you.

Hey Jim,

I was actually wanting to take both the firearms safety and intro to concealed carry classes with you, but my school and work schedule is such that it would have been a few weeks before I could do that. In the interest of expediency, I'm taking a class at Dominion Shooting Range on Sunday--hope it's a good one. I will say, though, that the Refuse to be a Victim class looks interesting, so I may see if I can work that one into my schedule here in the near-to-mid-term future.

from another armed, C-Ville resident