Ccw

Mtschust · July 14, 2007, 03:58 AM

I sent out for a CCW here in Oregon about 3 days ago. I imagine by the time I have an appointment and get the permit It will be at least a couple months.

While I am confident around handguns now, and I am proficient in shooting them, at least for CCW purposes, I have not a lot of CCW training. I took two basic courses at my range but could use some reading or videos. I am going to sign up for another course but can not make up my mind which one to take. The CCW class is offered at my range but I would rather train somewhere like Oregon Firearms academy. They are booked solid through the year. I am also in the process of selling my Glock 19 and buying a sig 225. I liked the Glock alot. The sig fits my hand better and I like the single action trigger. I am going to need a belt holster, and probably some clothes. Some plain shirts and some larger button downs should fit the bill.

I was thinking of a VM2 for the sig and I need a belt option.

RocketFoot · July 14, 2007, 09:08 AM

Good luck with your CCW...it only takes about a week here in PA...We don't have to take any courses or get printed or anything either.

Just be sure you know your CCW inside and out. You can carry confidently if you are comfortable with your weapon.

Ifishsum · July 14, 2007, 03:24 PM

It took me about 2 weeks to get an appointment, then another 5-6 weeks to get the permit in the mail (Multnomah county). Some counties might be quicker - my brother did his in Union county and had his permit at 2-3 weeks before I did.

Softer IWB holsters with an untucked shirt are the most comfortable for me. It's common for people to have a few extra holsters that they purchased, but didn't make the cut for one reason or another. Good luck with the CCW process.

Glenn E. Meyer · July 15, 2007, 10:43 AM

Used to live the Great Northwest. If you are willing to drive a bit, check out Marty Hayes at FAS or Insights - both in WA state.

Thunder Ranch is south of you.

revjen45 · July 15, 2007, 01:03 PM

Second that on FAS and Insights. Have attended both and recommend them highly.

July 14, 2007, 03:58 AM	#1
Mtschust Member Join Date: March 16, 2006 Location: Oregon Posts: 89	Ccw I sent out for a CCW here in Oregon about 3 days ago. I imagine by the time I have an appointment and get the permit It will be at least a couple months. While I am confident around handguns now, and I am proficient in shooting them, at least for CCW purposes, I have not a lot of CCW training. I took two basic courses at my range but could use some reading or videos. I am going to sign up for another course but can not make up my mind which one to take. The CCW class is offered at my range but I would rather train somewhere like Oregon Firearms academy. They are booked solid through the year. I am also in the process of selling my Glock 19 and buying a sig 225. I liked the Glock alot. The sig fits my hand better and I like the single action trigger. I am going to need a belt holster, and probably some clothes. Some plain shirts and some larger button downs should fit the bill. I was thinking of a VM2 for the sig and I need a belt option.

July 14, 2007, 09:08 AM	#2
RocketFoot Senior Member Join Date: July 2, 2007 Location: Southwestern PA Posts: 132	Good luck with your CCW...it only takes about a week here in PA...We don't have to take any courses or get printed or anything either. Just be sure you know your CCW inside and out. You can carry confidently if you are comfortable with your weapon. __________________ Member: Pennsylvania Firearm Owners Association ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒE

July 15, 2007, 10:43 AM	#4
Glenn E. Meyer Senior Member Join Date: November 17, 2000 Posts: 20,064	Used to live the Great Northwest. If you are willing to drive a bit, check out Marty Hayes at FAS or Insights - both in WA state. Thunder Ranch is south of you. __________________ NRA, TSRA, IDPA, NTI, Polite Soc. - Aux Armes, Citoyens

July 14, 2007, 03:24 PM	#3
Ifishsum Senior Member Join Date: September 15, 2005 Location: Oregon Posts: 1,033	It took me about 2 weeks to get an appointment, then another 5-6 weeks to get the permit in the mail (Multnomah county). Some counties might be quicker - my brother did his in Union county and had his permit at 2-3 weeks before I did. Softer IWB holsters with an untucked shirt are the most comfortable for me. It's common for people to have a few extra holsters that they purchased, but didn't make the cut for one reason or another. Good luck with the CCW process.

July 15, 2007, 01:03 PM	#5
revjen45 Junior member Join Date: May 7, 2006 Location: Everett, WA Posts: 626	Second that on FAS and Insights. Have attended both and recommend them highly.