Interview with Spanish Pew š«
In this post we are going to interview the weapon expert @spanishpew, which will bring us a little closer to the world of weapons in Spain. A world somewhat unknown to many, either due to disinterest or lack of information.
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1.- To begin, let's get to know you a little better. Who is spanishpew and why did you create your community?
Spanishpew is an attempt at a character on social media. I say attempt because in the end, it's 100% me and I don't hide. I created this page with that name and anonymously to share the photos sent to me by followers with their weapons and thus introduce the world to outsiders.
However, after a short time, I realized that many also wanted to know who was behind it, so I started posting content with the "character" of the cap and glasses, which after all, are my standard looks.
I firmly believe that a large part of the citizens are completely unaware of their rights related to firearms but they would have a license if someone explained to them how to obtain it. I also believe that the more we are, the better the institutions will treat us, and that we need to set aside that kind of rivalry between sport shooters, hunters, and "tacticians." We are all in the same boat.
However, after a short time, I realized that many also wanted to know who was behind it, so I started posting content with the "character" of the cap and glasses, which after all, are my standard looks.
I firmly believe that a large part of the citizens are completely unaware of their rights related to firearms but they would have a license if someone explained to them how to obtain it. I also believe that the more we are, the better the institutions will treat us, and that we need to set aside that kind of rivalry between sport shooters, hunters, and "tacticians." We are all in the same boat.
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2.- When did you get your gun license? Why did you do it?
I got my license late, at 25, due to a mix of ignorance and impossibility, I went through many ups and downs until my life stabilized enough. Even so, I got it before I became a soldier. I felt the urgent need to collect weapons and learn how to use them all, a kind of dream that I dragged along since I was little, along with the dream of being a police officer.
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3.- What weapons do you have?
I know quite a few who have more and better, but the truth is that I have a few, and I am also lucky to share my life with someone from the trade who has their own, and I have two brothers who are also licensed enthusiasts, which gives me access to other weapons without buying them. A clear example is the famous Scorpion that I sometimes show, which actually belongs to my brother.
Let's say that at home I have more than ten but less than twenty weapons between shotguns, rifles, and pistols, as I mentioned before, in my environment there is a hobby and we constantly lend each other different weapons, and my girl also has a license.
Let's say that at home I have more than ten but less than twenty weapons between shotguns, rifles, and pistols, as I mentioned before, in my environment there is a hobby and we constantly lend each other different weapons, and my girl also has a license.
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I must say, in case anyone doubts it, that all of them are perfectly legal, stored, kept in their gun cabinets (I have several), and in perfect working condition.
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4.- How often do you go to the shooting range?
I try to go at least once a month, but the price of ammunition is through the roof and that's practically what most affects the hobby. Another problem is that the federations have many rules (sometimes imposed and sometimes not so much) that limit the way of training, which is a bit frustrating.
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5.- What types of shooting are practiced in Spain?
Many more than people imagine. Apart from hunting exercise, you can shoot clay pigeons, do IPSC courses, precision shooting with a pistol, long-distance shooting, and a long etc. If people were more informed in Spain, there would be many more weapons. and many more athletes. Even France has three times more weapons per 100 inhabitants than we do, and that pisses me off..
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6.- Is it complicated for a civilian to obtain a gun license in Spain?
It's easier than it may seem, but it involves an economic cost that not everyone is willing to bear, not only because the fees are not too excessive, but also due to the requirement of a certified gunsmith. If someone wants to obtain the F license and keep the pistol at home, they will spend a minimum of 600 euros just on the safe. Add the course, the fees, and the pistol itself... as well as the ammunition and membership in a club.. But he who wants can, some instead of spending 50 euros on drinks on a Saturday, we spend it on a couple of boxes of 9 on Sunday.
7.- Opinion of the CZ Scorpion Evo.
7.- Opinion of the CZ Scorpion Evo.
I understand that you are referring to the S1, which is the civilian semi-automatic version. I am lucky to have one in the family, and I really like it a lot. It is lightweight, simple, and fun to shoot. The only thing that bothers me, and that is inevitable with our weapons regulation, is that it is too long for the type of weapon it is.
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8.- Expectations for the MP5 submachine gun (and all its variants) in the medium to long term future.
In my opinion, the MP5 is a weapon that fulfills its function perfectly, but there are other weapons that have overshadowed it a bit, such as the PDWs (the MP7 itself or the P90) or more recently the SIG MPX, which honestly seems to threaten its reign. It seems that SIG is going to dominate the market in the coming years thanks to its victory in the USA.
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9.- How do you see the future of self-defense in Spain?
I don't want to get too wet but I see it black. The law is only going to get worse, in our country unfortunately the rights of criminals prevail over those of law-abiding citizens. But I believe that the trend is that insecurity will increase, so the need will make that many people lose their fear of certain laws in pursuit of their own protection and that of their loved ones.
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10.- Which is better: AR: 300 blackout or .222rem and why?
The .300 Blk seems better for hunting, it goes slower and is larger, so for short distances it is more lethal. It also performs better in short barrels and with a suppressor. However, for greater distance, the .222 Rem is better, and if you need to penetrate something, always send something smaller and faster. Not to mention prices or availability, of course. What would be optimal is for the .223 (5'56x45mm) to be legalized., which would lower the price of imported rifles, and we would avoid having to use substitutes.
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11.- What weapon do you see as most suitable for home defense?
Making it clear that In Spain, weapons for defense cannot be carried except with licenses A and B., the best is a short shotgun. Very effective at close range, little risk of over-penetration of walls, plenty of varied ammunition to choose from, and does not require a licensed gun safe. Soon I will release a video testing different cartridges with the Mossberg.
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12.- Are AR 15 available in Spain? Differences between models, brands, calibers, etc.
The main differences between ARs are the quality of the parts and materials, like everything in life, and they determine that some cost 1800 euros and others 4,000. Then we have the length of the barrel, which should be chosen according to the use it will be given. UOne of the brands that everyone dreams of having in Spain is Daniel Defense, a real gem., but it is imported in small quantities and very expensive. For example, I have a Luvo, which is one of the cheap ones. As a colleague mentioned earlier, the most common calibers are .222 Remington and .300 Blackout, although they are sold in several others.
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13.- Having a firearms license, but not applying to FFCCSS, is it feasible and what is its use?
There is not a single gun license, which the FAS and FFCCS have that allows carrying, obviously civilians cannot have it, but you can obtain others that, although they do not allow carrying, do cover short and long firearms like D, E, and F. These firearms in the hands of civilians are intended for hunting and sport shooting. In other words, you can. you can have an AR-15 and a Glock 19, for example.
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14.- What do you think about the weapons used in the Spanish Armed Forces?
It should be clarified that the Armed Forces consist of three armies and within these there are a multitude of very diverse branches and units, so not all use the same and may have specific weapons. I'll give you an example: the standard rifle is the H&K G36 but lately the Marine Infantry is starting to be equipped with the H&K 416. The G36 seems to me to be a reliable rifle, very easy to maintain, although a bit long for many scenarios.
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15.- Can a civilian obtain an assault rifle in Spain?
An assault rifle by definition is an automatic weapon, and according to article 6 of our Weapons Regulation, they are considered weapons of war and therefore prohibited, except for state agencies. What yes we can have semi-automatic weapons that look like assault rifles.
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16.- What is better for gun holsters, thigh or belt?
I would avoid using leg straps except for very specific missions and moments. The angle of the leg can make drawing difficult in certain positions. As a general rule, the belt should have a medium or low tongue., to the consumer's liking, with a recommended leg strap.
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Farewell:
Thank you very much for giving me the opportunity to address this great community through your channel. For small pages like mine, the support of the big ones helps us grow and improve, and I believe that by reaching more people, great things can be achieved.
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I want to add that I am always open to any questions you want to write to me in the DM, and that if I can't solve it, thanks to the incredible network of contacts I am making through social media (Instagram, Youtube), there is always someone who knows more than I do who will answer it for me.
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A hug to everyone and lots of pewpew!
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