Guns for Self-Defense
By admin | February 12, 2012
There are lots of things you might have thought you would never need to rely upon down the road – debt settlement companies, health insurance, car mechanics – but sometimes life throws you a curve ball and the only thing you can do is learn to adapt and change with the times. In some parts of the country, where the economy has hit the worst, people have started carrying guns for self-defense – some places like South Carolina, the sheriff actually encourages it, but what are some of the things any person should know before they decide to bring a potentially deadly weapon into their life?
We will start with the basics. You NEVER point a gun at anyone or anything you don’t intend to destroy. Guns are not toys and they are not to be bandied about as a tool of intimidation. The next thing you need to be aware of is that you will have to undergo a gun safety and training seminar and, most likely, a psyche evaluation.
Finally, before we wrap this up, you should remember that even after your training is complete, firing a gun in a real-life situation requires preparation so you would do well to find an area where you can train and hone your skill. It’s one thing to fire at targets, it’s quite another to shoot an actual person.
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What Your Child Should Learn About Gun Safety
By admin | September 18, 2011
Every child should learn that guns are a great hobby but one that must be handled with upmost respect and safety. A child should learn that they should never handle a gun unless they have permission from their parents or whoever the owner of the gun maybe. Before they are allowed to handle any kind of gun the child should be given a demonstration of the safety feature, handling techniques, and unloading of each gun they handle. Knowing these items allow the child Read the rest of this entry »
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Big Bang: The Most Powerful Guns on the Market
By admin | September 14, 2011
The Smith & Wesson Model 29 .44 magnum was famous for a long time as the most powerful handgun in the world, it has been a while since it deserved the label, but it is still the most well-known of the top guns among those who are not enthusiasts. The bullet has a large bore, based on the 44 special, but made more powerful by the addition of a longer shell-casing, which means more gunpowder and more velocity given to the warhead. More velocity means more impact power. The Smith and Wesson .44 magnum is powerful enough Read the rest of this entry »
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Protect Your Hearing While Firing Your Gun
By admin | September 11, 2011
Whether it be for military, law enforcement, sport shooting, hunting or personal home defense, firearms handling practice is a critical part of safety and proficiency training. In the course of this training, it it important to bear in mind the need for hearing protection.
Repeated exposure to 9mm and .38 caliber handgun firing volumes on an unprotected ear can severely damage the eardrum, so larger sized handgun and rifle rounds can render even worse injury unless proactive measures are undertaken.
The basic types of hearing protection are either internal, or ear plug type products that fit in the ear canal, Read the rest of this entry »
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Six Basic Tips for Storing Your Gun Safely
By admin | September 8, 2011
Being a responsible gun owner includes proper storage of your firearm and ammunition. Included are six basic steps for storing your gun safely.
Always keep your gun unloaded when it is stored. This is an important rule to follow even if the gun is in a locked case.
Install a safety lock on the trigger. These are available free at most law enforcement agencies or on the internet. The kit includes a safety brochure and a cable-style gun lock.
Store Read the rest of this entry »
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