Wrapping up the fundamentals of safe gun handling with this post on the fourth rule. Short version… only press the trigger when you are certain and confident of what will follow as you will be responsible and accountable for it.
Placing a finger on the trigger should only be a deliberate and intentional act. Indexing the trigger finger along the side of the gun should be the default instinctive and habitual behavior.
What does it actually mean to keep a muzzle pointed in a safe direction? Are there any exceptions to this rule?
Never assume the condition of a firearm, always confirm it.
I’m happy to see the population of gun owners grow regardless of the reason or circumstance. I welcome all of them. I encourage all of them to learn the safe gun handling as it is a responsibility that comes with ownership.
There really is something special about introducing someone to firearms, and introducing my nephew was no exception to that. Check out to video to see him go from uncertain and nervous to confident and happy all while being safe!
A few weeks back, I had the privilege of introducing my nephew to shooting. It was quite an honor that my sister, who doesn’t share my view on guns, trusted me and allowed me to teach her kid, my nephew, to firearms. The whole experience got me thinking […]
Recently, I came across this opinion piece on the New York Times website while doing a little Facebook surfing and it made me shake my head. Although, I doubt my head shake was the type of head shake the author of the opinion was looking for. The author […]
Teaching kids about guns and gun safety doesn’t have to be hard, but it is something that is very beneficial for all kids. I decided it was essential for my kids when firearms were introduced into our household.
