@Gikkio Although there is some overlap in the basic art, observation, and problem solving skills required: concepting and subdivision modeling are different disciplines. While it may be possible to learn both at the same time it tends to be easier to focus on mastering each discipline separately. It's generally recommended…
You can model the gun using sub division (sub-D) modelling or non sub division modelling (non sub_D hard surface modelling). Look up both these definitions on the web. With both forms of modelling you have to have a strategy that works toward an end result. The image you are working over has some nice details but you…