Nor Cal Gun Vault

06/06/2026

Today marks the anniversary of D-Day, the Allied invasion of Normandy on June 6th, 1944. It remains one of the largest amphibious military operations in history and marked a major turning point in World War II.

More than 150,000 Allied troops landed on the beaches of Normandy under intense resistance, with thousands losing their lives during the operation. The scale of planning, coordination, and sacrifice involved is difficult to comprehend even today.

To put that into perspective, it would be like deploying twice the population of Rocklin, California into a single military operation in one day. D-Day remains one of history’s greatest examples of large-scale coordination, logistical brilliance, and determination under immense pressure.

06/05/2026

Latest Consignments out tomorrow:
G***k 19
G***k 45
G***k 34
Come check them out

06/05/2026

Time to prepare for the Summer heat!

Now is the time to be sure you are ready for the Summer heat. The t...

06/04/2026

As we head into the hotter months and hiking season, hydration is something you need to be thinking about. In extreme heat, a person can succumb to severe dehydration in as little as 24 hours.

At NCGV, we carry a variety of hydration solutions, including CamelBak hydration bladders that fit into most backpacks and electrolyte packets like these from Mtn Ops.

Whether you’re planning a hike, working outside, or just driving without reliable A/C, plan ahead and keep extra water available. Besides time, it may be one of the most valuable resources you can have.

05/27/2026

Did you know there's now 7 Springfield Echelon models on the roster? 👀

If you’re unfamiliar, think of the Echelon as Springfield’s answer to the SIG P320. It utilizes a serialized fire control group, similar to SIG’s FCU system but they call it the COG (Central Operating Group), allowing users to swap between different grip modules and slide configurations depending on their needs.

While the ecosystem isn’t as expansive as the P320’s yet, it’s still a very respectable modular platform and gives Californians another platform to consider.

05/25/2026

Memorial Day is about remembering the men and women who gave their lives in service to this country. While many people associate the holiday with the start of summer, its true purpose is to honor those who never made it home.

You’ll often see red poppies worn around Memorial Day, and there’s a reason for that. After World War I, poppies began growing across the battlefields of Flanders, eventually becoming a symbol of remembrance after the poem In Flanders Fields brought attention to them and the sacrifice tied to those battlefields.

Today, the red poppy serves as a reminder of sacrifice, service, and the cost of the freedoms we often take for granted.

05/23/2026

Dont miss some incredible savings this weekend! We are open all weekend and will be closing Early Monday at 3pm.

05/22/2026

Have a California CCW and heading to Nevada?
Watch this before leaving

05/21/2026

There's a lot of confusion when it comes to lights. What's a lumen? What's candela? What about lux? Which number actually matters? 🤷
Let's answer it 👇

Lumens measures the total amount of light coming out. This is your overall flood or spill, meaning how much area gets illuminated. More lumens generally means more surrounding visibility.

Candela measures light intensity. This determines how far a beam can travel and how intense the light is. Higher candela gives you more throw and more "punch" at a distance.

Lux measures how much usable light reaches a surface at a given distance. It’s essentially the relationship between output, intensity, and distance, but it’s not commonly advertised because it’s harder to market and less immediately understandable to most people 😂

Here's how the measurements affect light performance:
A light with very high candela and moderate lumens will throw farther and cut through photonic barriers better, but it will have less flood.

A light with very high lumens and lower candela will illuminate a much wider area, but the beam won’t reach as far or hit with the same intensity at distance.

05/20/2026

Out of all the 1911 options we have access to here in California, which one’s your favorite?
Any Springfield Operator fans out there?