Missed this earlier, but just read the entire thread.
Surprised that there was no mention of our minor victory in the People's Republic of California.
https://apnews.com/11a1e49886a3143f2db3fbf5b10c5069
I am always a little baffled about these runs on guns and ammo. Seems like poor planning to wait until you see an imminent need to buy guns and ammo. I don't expect everyone to have a stockpile like that scene in the matrix but I've been adequately set up with modern firearms for several decades, and always keep a few hundred rounds for each on hand. While others fret about finding 9mm and ARs I've decided this is a good time to get into black powder. Just picked up one of those DIY kits for a Colt 1851 percussion revolver (really it is just a finish it yourself kit, it is fully functional out of the box just rough finished). Nice thing is since nobody has any respect for percussion guns, there are practically no hoops to go through (except for poor New Jersey). If we are all running around with mohawks and leather chaps in 10 years the way some seem to fear (or in some cases is seems, hope), percussion firearms are going to be the way to go once the ammo dries up.
Just before Corona hit I finally got off my ass and got everything needed to start reloading which was a bit of good timing. Haven't got a bench set up yet, but I'm getting there.
As far as the age old 9mm or .45 there is a right answer. .357 Magnum.
Greetings!
You know, I have spent many years living in California, before moving to Idaho. I am always encouraged by every little pro-gun victory, so I hope that it generates more in California. Over the years, however, as California became more anti-gun and anti-Constitutional, it just gets exhausting. California politicians routinely violate the Constitution and peoples rights, and nothing ever changes. Guns outlawed, ammunition restricted, more and more background checks, waiting periods, fees, and bureaucracy.
I have had enough. It is so refreshing living in a state that actually embraces the Constitution, and doesn't assume *I* am a criminal. Here in Idaho, virtually everything is legal, with none of the bullshit fucking Communism from California. My weapons don't have to have bullshit modifications to please the Marxist tyrants in California. No waiting periods, no ammunition restrictions, all kinds of legal firearms are available. *AND* I don't need permission to open carry weapons, or even conceal carry. I'm *assumed* to be a law-abiding, responsible citizen. I don't need to beg or justify to anyone why I want weapons, of whatever kind. It's so awesome enjoying *true* freedom!
I hope you are ok there, Toad, and stay armed up good, man!
.357 Magnums are excellent, too!:D
Semper Fidelis,
SHARK