I’d like to get into shooting. Probably mostly going to a range maybe once or twice a week.

I’d like to mostly shoot a rifle, but I’d like some recommendations on - getting a firm footing on the basics (safety, storage, loading, cleaning, etc.) - whether that is via online resources, books, augmented with in-person training, etc.

Also when it comes to a decent rifle for eventual purchase - I’m up for recommendations.

  • @VelvetStormEnglish
    10•3 months ago

    Here are the absolute basics of gun safety

    The firearm is always loaded and cocked even if you just unloaded it and think it’s not.

    Never ever ever point your firearm at anything you don’t want to destroy/kill

    A safety is a mechanical device that can and will fail when you need it the most. Never trust a safety.

    Never hand someone a loaded firearm.

    • @bcoffyEnglish
      4•3 months ago

      Also

      • Beware of your target and what’s beyond it: Paper targets will never stop a bullet. You best have a backstop that will, especially if you live somewhere flat.
      • Keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready and about to fire. Even when you’re reloading and have the muzzle pointed down range. Not until the moment you need to fire.
      • Alcohol is for after your day at the range and when everything is put away, absolutely NOT before or during. Operating a firearm under the influence of drugs/alcohol is probably the only thing more dangerous than operating a motor vehicle on a highway under the influence