Anyone shot a gun before? Is it scary?
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Not at all.  I was a marksmanship instructor and a double award rifle expert in the Marines.  Email me with anything you want to know.  I've shot everything from rifles, shotguns, to grenade launchers, and even an AT4 (an 84mm anti tank rocket)
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I want something that has KICK!!  I love it when a revolver feels like it is going to jump out of your hand!  Try a 12 Gauge shotgun with 00 Buckshot or 3'' Magnum Turkey loads if you want more KICK!  Or how about a .300 Weatherbee Magnum without a muzzle-break?  If you want sustained kick, join the military and shoot an fully-auto!  (Or get a friend that is the armorer and see if he will let you shoot one! -It's been done before, but don't tell anyone I told you!)\n\nThough I sometime like the methodical, precision behind a smaller caliber rifle, like a .22 or a semi-auto SKS with 30 rounds clip.  Just lay down and pick of targets (inanimate ones) real simple like and hardly move.\n\nCool Question! Later.
1073004
Why? You want to shoot up or something?? That can kill you. Fyi.
858966
Good for you. Teaching your daughter how to shoot a rifle will definitely show her self-control. It really depends, if you are going to be shooting 30 yards are less, I would recommend opens sights.(is better for her to be able to handle a rifle without a scope) If you are planning on get some long range kills I would recommend a scope that is designed for 50 yards and smaller. I would also recommend a bolt action rifle, it will teach her the meaning of one shot one kill, preserve ammo, and be less likely to jam and overheat. ( I know you already got her a a 22.cal but I would get a bolt action 22. as her next weapon. Ruger makes incredible 22. I have a 77/22 and it never had a flaw. Ignore the anti-gun people, they just don't understand the fun and relaxation of shooting. that is too bad. I went to your website... they are nice looking rifles... but I would go scope-less for now though or until she requests one. squirrels are small varmint which you have to be quick to get one in your sites, and for speed and steadiness I would go with the sites also. Happy shooting!
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i always check inside the barrel for obstructions--check outside the receiver and barrel for bulges or cracks --be certain you have the correct ammo--use safety precautions such as ear and eye protection--the first i shoot any gun that i don't know --i wear gloves--  hold it at my side and aim in a safe direction so if it does blow up --my eyes and face would be spared--also if it does not fire when the trigger is pulled--the fireing pin or spring may be dammaged or weak--and may cause the shell to fire several seconds or minutes later--if that happens lay the gun down --pointed in a safe direction and wait 5 - 10 minutes then eject the shell--it may be old or defective ammo--try different or new ammo--repeat the process--it may be a lot easier to take your weapon to a shop and let them check it--i suspect it would cost several $ for something you can do yourself. --good luck and take care.
840908
That is a really great gun. For a really good review of it, i found this on youtube. just click on the link. there is a part one and a part two so watch both. the gun is very accurate.\n\nhttp://youtube.com/watch?v=Rs9smbXbysY
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yes \nit is good one/almost all [38];s are good and reliable.\n when was the last time you shot it? did you zero it in?.\n     if so you have a good weapon and if i were you i would keep it.
595850
I shot a guy about 13 years ago. It was determined to be a good shooting and I was on paid leave for three weeks while it was investigated. Center mass. Was his life worth the $37 he got from the register? I don't think so. He should have just dropped the gun and gave up.
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That is so cruel. How would you like it if someone shot at you?\nWhat was the purpose of shooting it? People like you make me sick. *****  EDIT:  Hunter I wasn't in the hunting section and wouldn't dream of ever going there. I was in the open questions actually but thanks for saying I should get a good rating!
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I carry a 1911A1 .45... Legally. I don't know if I'm more polite though. It's kind of like spiderman... I'm held to a higher level of law for having the permit to carry a gun, thus I have more of an obligation to respect the law that offers that permit to me.\n\nWhen people ask for my ID I offer it to them. When they see it is a CWP... Often they freak out... They should be more freaked out about those who carry without a permit.\n\n While in line for breakfast one morning at McDonalds, a 17 year-old boy in front of me pulled a gun from his pocket and demanded all the cash. I inturn put mine to his head and simply said "Apoligize". He put the gun down and the police held me for 4 hours until they got all the facts. I'll never know if I did the correct thing, McDonalds thanked me. and the kid was crying and pee'd his pants right where he stood.\n\n I still have nightmares about it. I carry for personal reasons and PRAY I never need to pull it out.\n\n If I was mugged... I'd freely give up my money and coat and not pull it. If my life, or anothers was as risk... Who could ever say what they would honestly do. I'd never judge someone either way too.\n\nSome of you may feel guns are evil. Or only evil people own guns. However you may feel that is your feelings. I have no right to bash you about them. I only wish you respect those who do have them LEGALLY and took the time to get the permit. Because there are so many who don't.\n\nDon't fear the gun... It won't do a thing unless there is a finger...\nI know though that I was the most scared at McDonalds that day. Not the kid who peed his pants....\n\nJust my 2 cents.\n\n\nNow... What was the question?
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Well it depends if they are armed or not. \nPersonally I would get out my 12 guage load a round and wouldn't hesitate to shoot if necesscary. I would calmy explain to them I am not afraid to use the weapon.
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It doesn't hurt... It might sting a bit, but unless people have there guns cranked up above 270 feet per second, or you aren't wearing a proper mask/goggle system, you won't get hurt... You will get the odd bruise though... And paintball is a great sport... I prefer woodsball to speedball myself... If your into woodsball, check out this site... They have a great forum, where any question you have can be answered...
902267
I saw someone shoot up once, and it convinced me to NEVER do that to myself.\nI don't know how he felt, but to me it looked like he died.
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I don't believe it is rare. I was almost shot by a policeman with his .45 caliber gun. I am just a mild mannered, middle aged computer programmer who was coding a program all night at a software company. I left the building at 3:00AM and accidentally triggered the alarm that wouldn't reset after attempting to reset it for 10 minutes. So, I left the building carrying my black name and address booklet in my hand. Suddenly, a huge, towering man approached me from behind ordering me to drop what was in my hands and put my hands behind my back. There was no police car present, no motor cycle present, and he did not identify himself. I thought he was a night watchman. I explained that I was an employee and had accidentally tripped the alarm. He screamed that I should not look at him and should drop what was in my hands and put my hands behind my back. It was dark out, and I couldn't see him well. He shined a bright light on me and looked through some kind of viewer which I now know was a gun. Eventually, after he demonstrated severe and frightening anger, I obeyed him and was handcuffed. I figured he was just some angry security guard. Moments later police cars arrived, and I was relieved that some professionals showed up. Those officers were very nice to me. But, the big guy who had initially stopped me, then revealed to me his gun and how close he was to having shot me. He repeated that several times and also stated he thought my name and address book might be a weapon. And, I didn't find out until the next day that he actually was a real police officer who worked foot patrol. I thought he was a guard by his wearing of a blue shirt instead of the black police uniform the other police wore. Had he only identified himself as a police officer at the initial encounter, I would have obeyed immediately.
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Dont worry about being a snich, thats crazy. The sonner you say something the better. Sorry for being so blunt but what if that gun kills someone you know or someone you love. Guns are made for one thing and one thing only TO KILL so stop thinking about it and do something about it.
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never shooot a gun in the air. a bullet never has a name on it!! i wouldnt even shoot at the ground, it could bounce off a rock or something. stick to targets, much safer!
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I've shot my moms but just to see if it was something that I might want to get into but discovered that I like my guns to much and can't wait long enough for the deer to get in that close. LOL