Do you think everyone should know how to at least unload a gun? How about how to handle a gun safely?

2016-04-26T15:23:16-04:00

https://www.usconcealedcarry.com/everyone-know/

The point of this question is to find out how many of you have even broached the topic with your friends and family. Those of us with even a modicum of training know how to handle most standard US weapons. But what about European or other foreign pistols and rifles? What are the weapon safety checks do you use and teach?

Everyone Should Know How To…

Every adult should know how to change a tire, build a fire, stop bleeding, grill a steak, and unload a gun.

Response by SGT Stephen Gober made Apr 26 at 2016 3:36 PM

2016-04-26T15:36:22-04:00

When I was growing up, my parents didn't own guns but our neighbors did. Since I played with those children my parents insisted that I learn about gun safety. And the neighboring parents had no problem whatsoever teaching me that skill on behalf of my parents.

Response by SFC Everett Oliver made Apr 26 at 2016 3:57 PM

2016-04-26T15:57:13-04:00

Everyone who lives in my house for any length of time finds out that weapons safety is taught here. And always the first lesson is that there is no such thing as an unloaded weapon. Once that is understood we move on...

Response by CPT Jack Durish made Apr 26 at 2016 5:01 PM

2016-04-26T17:01:04-04:00

Everyone should understand the most important concept about guns: With the freedom to keep and bear them comes responsibility. You'd think that all Americans would know and understand this most basic concept, but it is one that is dimming as Americans surrender liberty for freedom from responsibility.

Response by Capt Richard I P. made Apr 26 at 2016 11:29 PM

2016-04-26T23:29:57-04:00

Warriors must be experts in the use of arms. Their families must at minimum be proficient.

Response by LCDR Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 27 at 2016 8:08 AM

2016-04-27T08:08:06-04:00

Certainly; same as they should know how to change a tire, oil/filter/battery, or make a fire. I don't know about everyone being able to clear a "Ma Deuce" or field strip a Styer...but knowing how a tool works is the second step in safety; superseded only by first knowing what it is for.