What we REALLY thought about shooting GUNS in America! Brits in America!

[@PaulsWanderings]

I loved the fact that you went to a gun range and tried something that was TOTALLY foreign to you.

[@carmenohio8735]

I’m sure they did

[@HoppityHooper2]

@user-rn6hd6ql5i In the UK, the British aren't 'citizens', but they're termed "subjects". I guess if it works for them ...

[@dougied3449]

​@@HoppityHooper2still the surfs. Someday they will want freedom from an inbred family.

[@michaeldigman1761]

I love you two. I'm a Texan. Our 2nd Amendment is directly due to the UK. The battles of Lexington and Concord were the British army trying to confiscate Kuntucky Long Rifles, ... superior to the British Brown Bess. The 2A is about civilian ownership of military grade weapons. Sorry everyone, but that's the truth.

[@reginahay5231]

Exactly right.

[@ihearttubing]

Amen.

[@prman9984]

Individual citizens owned cannons when the law was written.

[@michael-1680]

@@prman9984 They still can. You can purchase a cannon today.

[@SpamSucker]

@@michael-1680Don’t tell Joe Biden, he still thinks they’re illegal. I guess his copy of 2A reads different than mine.

[@skyhawk_4526]

As a firearms instructor, all I can say is if you come back and decide to do it again, I strongly recommend an outdoor range (less noise, concussion, smell, better lighting, etc.) and try to book something with a dedicated instructor who can give one-on-one instruction the whole time. You guys both did really great though and I felt you were both treating it safely and carefully. I think the staff seemed good, but for the best outcome, a one-on-one setting over at least a couple hours would be ideal. And an outdoor range is far more comfortable than indoor for the reasons I mentioned above. Millie, I respect what you're saying about the rifle and not wanting to do it again, but if you two do go again, and they have something like a Ruger 10/22, I recommend giving that a try. It's chambered in .22, just like the low recoil pistol you both shot. But because it's a rifle (and is heavier and easier to grip and support than a pistol), it has basically no recoil at all and it's also very quiet. As far as a first firearm to shoot and learn the basics on, I don't think there's anything better than a .22 caliber rifle. A long gun is a lot easier to aim and is safer for an instructor with a new student than a pistol since a pistol can be waved around easily and a rifle is much more controllable by both the student holding it and the instructor next to them. And something like a Ruger 10/22 is far less intimidating which allows the user to simply focus on the fundamentals of marksmanship without being bothered/intimidated by excess noise or recoil. At the same time, it's also a very accurate rifle which allows the instructor to give pointers and get the student to work on their sight picture and trigger control without the "scary" factor. IMO, a .22 caliber rifle is the perfect starting point for teaching anyone to shoot who's never handled firearms before. It's totally unintimidating to fire and is accurate enough to allow the shooter to learn marksmanship skills without any of the scariness that comes with a larger caliber. Once the new shooter is past that point, a gradual transition to larger caliber firearms is far less of a big deal to them. I don't recommend a pistol as a first-time experience for someone who's never shot before (if they're actually wanting to learn how and are wanting to come back) since the dramatically shorter sight radius (distance between the front and rear sights) of a pistol makes it far more challenging to accurately aim at and hit the target. After the student has the fundamentals down with a small caliber long gun, transitioning to handguns and larger caliber rifles is a lot easier and more enjoyable.

[@mavrikmavrik3032]

Everything he said. Indoor ranges can be brutal on the senses and even though my wife and son shoot a lot they both avoid them at all costs. Outdoor ranges are so much better and usually a lot more fun as you can shoot at real targets or knock down steel at different differences.

[@mrV69]

Yes 100 % what he said.

[@VTdarkangel]

I'm not an instructor, at least not by training, but I have taught several people in my life, and I have to agree with everything you said here. A .22lr rifle is probably the best gun to learn to shoot with. I have Savage .22lr bolt action that I use to teach with. It is basic, which makes it perfect to get someone comfortable with guns while being able to control and teach safe practices and habits.

[@wernerherrmann]

Agreed. If not the noise... the concussion is brutal when someone let's a bigger caliber rip.

[@jamesbradley-l5f]

Agreed 100%. I've also gone back to .22 rimfire to unlearn a flinch. Air rifles have lots of the same benefits, though they have somewhat less utility?

[@mikepotopea1882]

The handgun sounds like a .22 which does not have any kick to speak of. It's actually a perfect caliber for a newbie to learn on.

[@kenwalker687]

Sounded heavier than a .22 cal. Glad you took the time for the experience w/someone who knew how to teach.

[@chitlitlah]

I think it was said in the video that it was a 22. But yeah, a 22 is a small step up from a pellet gun.

[@natyong]

@@chitlitlah heh heh, depends on the pellet guns. .22 lr has about 80-190 ftlbs of energy. .22 pellet has about 10-30 ftlbs, and a .50 cal pellet can have in the 500-700 range. Good to see people learn guns aren't really scary!

[@sethdunlap9868]

Well said... a new shooter is nervous about recoil and muzzle flash and the thunderous boom Hollywood depicts all calibers to have. You line up with a .22 and you nervously squeeze the first one off, only to experience the kick of a Summer breeze and the sound of a kitten farting. Anxiety just seems to disappear after that.

[@TheSulross]

but handguns are not a good starting point - a Henry lever action .22 long gun is like near perfect

[@garyi.1360]

Yeah you don't have to explain. Guns are just like boats, cars, food, drinks, or anything else. Some people like them and others don't. The great thing about the US is you do what you want.

[@brianhums5056]

Great comment!

[@Doing_Time]

or so it used to be (and might still be in a handful of states for a few more years)...those were the days

[@3DJapan]

Well... Not entirely what you want. 😂

[@TwiztidPain]

​@3DJapan Well, you can, although may end up getting in trouble.

[@Doing_Time]

@@TwiztidPain perhaps once -- they don't let you take those with you when they lock you up for bearing scary assault 22s, carrying a 44oz soda in city limits, putting hydrogenated fats in your fries, or driving a gas powered boat/vehicle without the proper emissions sticker/computer/converter/etc.

[@okie-kan9240]

The range master did a wonderful job with you all. He started you with the right gun for people that are new to it. You chose that right gun range for sure.

[@AregPone]

👆🏽👆🏽👍🏼 Exactly! This was a great place for them to go. I have seen so many others where, for the first time shooters, they give them large caliber guns and rifles. And then people seem shocked they're frightened by firing the guns.

[@Swearengen1980]

Well, the perfect range would have been outdoors, not indoor. And someone should have shown her how to hold the rifle.

[@marieneu264]

I hope people didn’t make you all feel like you have to explain yourselves for going to a gun range.

[@juneskywalker5847]

Nah...they're just bringing the topic back up because they noticed all the views they've gotten from the range. Its all about views. All KZbinrs copy each other for views. Almost nothing is generic anymore.

[@VWWVVVWVVWWVWVWWVVWVVV]

Before they posted the video of them at the range, they posted a picture and asked their viewers if we'd want to see the video. I remember some of their viewers taking that as an opportunity to push their gun control bs. Even bringing in school shootings into the topic. Over someone shooting guns at a gun range... If I remember correctly, the post got removed a couple hours after they posted it. So yes, they probably did feel like they needed to explain.

[@lout3921]

You guys reacted to shooting like any other American for the first time. Great job!

[@doublehockeystix]

@@juneskywalker5847 you mean authentic?

[@md_vandenberg]

@@juneskywalker5847 And here you are giving them a view. So which numbered cog in the machine are you? Lighten up, Francis.

[@indiaandrews6996]

Safety is key with responsible American gun owners.

[@LeoA05]

"Responsible" this is another key that plenty of people fail to understand/practice

[@shallcarry]

I'm glad you had a chance to try this out. Recently, my nephew's friend from Sweden visited our house. He said he wanted to try firing a gun while he was in the United States. I grabbed a .22 Smith & Wesson revolver, sat him down at the kitchen table, and gave him a thorough lesson on gun safety. Then I took him to the backyard and let him shoot at clay targets. He thoroughly enjoyed the experience. I helped him understand that this is how the typical American views gun ownership. We consider it to be a responsibility that emphasizes safety and conscientiousness. We also enjoy shooting at targets because of the personal challenge to develop a skill. He thoroughly enjoyed the experience. I think he liked it better than American food. 😂

[@476429]

People should be ashamed of themselves if they harass or belittle others for engaging in a legal (and common) activity in a safe manner.

[@nolanschanck4861]

Constitutional protected RIGHT, not just a choice

[@lizardkingof1968]

This crusty ol' 'Murican is proud of you two, especially you Millie, for stepping out of your comfort zone. ❤.

[@rohan1970b]

Curiosity question . how fixated are Brits with American guns? The reason I ask is on my first trip to the UK, when I was in Edinburgh, I was on the bus talking with someone next to me, and someone behind me heard my accent and asked "You're American?" to which I replied "yes", and then the next question from them was "Is it true if someone breaks into your house you can shoot them?"

[@jongrho602]

Did you tell that person that it depended on the state? I learned to shoot while at college in CT and bought my first gun while living in CT. Shortly after purchasing it, I remember reading that in CT, even if you were in your own home and intruders broke in, you were required to retreat to a relatively safe place like your BR and then announce that you were armed and warn them away. Only if they broke into your BR despite your warning was it ok to shoot them, and there would still be a police investigation. Didn't understand how anyone would be able to prove I had or had not given them a warning before shooting them. Getting the carry permit was quite the production. Had to pass a gun safety course given out by the NRA, be fingerprinted and have the FBI check their records to see if I had any priors, and then even if approved, wait for another 6 months. The permit cost a bit of money and was only good for 2 years. And that was in the 90's so I don't doubt its harder now (if at all possible). In contrast, when I moved to York, PA a few years later, rather than having to apply with the state police, I just had to go to the county sheriff's office and fill out a form stating I had no priors and I had no mental issues. I needed the signatures of two county residents in "good standing" and the fee was only $12. Did not seem to have an expiration date. Got my permit handed to me as soon as I paid the $12 - they didn't have any time to check withe the two residents who vouched for me. But apparently the procedures differed by county - I read that the nearby Lancaster County Sheriff's office was an extreme stickler about carry permits and denied over 90% of the applications. SO not only does it vary by state, it varies by locality.

[@troy2478]

@@jongrho602 In OK you don't have to register guns and you can shoot them as soon as they are in your house.

[@ej62133]

​@jongrho602 and, currently, PA is a "shall issue" commonwealth upon successfully passing the instant background check. The permit costs $20 and lasts 5 years.

[@RichardOlsonar15]

There was a good opportunity to educate Europeans about the reality of self defense in America. The liberal news media often portrays America as a cowboy type wild West. The best possible answer to that question is that America has a complex juris prudence about the use of deadly force and how those laws are applied. While it might be as simple to say one can be shot for entering a home, it is never that straight forward. There are elements to a use of force where that may be the net result...or it may land you in prison.

[@KZ-np8fz]

Is it true that in the UK if someone attacks you or breaks into your home you can't even use a cricket bat or anything to protect yourself or family from a criminal without getting in trouble?

[@jonh7480]

I've been in the U.S. Army for over 19 years, and I'm an avid firearms enthusiast. I watched your original video. Nothing about your handling of the weapons, in the video, was wrong. The minor slight turn back for communication never brought the muzzle of the weapon from a proper "down range" positioning. Even if you didn't think it's for you, I'm glad you tried it. New experiences are what make life great and enriched.

[@HereThereBackAgain]

Finger was on the trigger when she turned her head around to talk to her husband....

[@patriotfour3374]

The 2a community is very accepting and informative. God bless you for being open-minded and giving it a whirl!

[@billcudd7844]

Difference between UK and USA. I learned to shoot at the YMCA at 8 yers old 22 rifle .

[@FuzzyMarineVet]

Imagine the culture shock of a Spaniard visiting London in the 18th Century. Guns, swords and knives openly carried on the streets and even women were armed. Meanwhile in Spain, the king had disarmed the people to avoid a coup.

[@cycleboy8028]

Same reason the Brits were disarmed after WWI. The "Lords" were worried that returning soldiers, now with experience, would be upset at being sent to trenches in conflict over royalty issues.

[@gpittel]

I’m an employee at Range USA in Detroit. Glad to see you guys had a safe and enjoyable experience 👍

[@HT-ww3zg]

I've got a lot of Brit friends, and when they come to Florida, they aways want to go to the range.

[@MrTangolizard]

Because actually most Brit males love shooting plenty of us shoot in the U.K.

[@HoppityHooper2]

If you wonder how willingly millions of people can be loaded onto trains, how they can then be forced to work hard labor for free, how they can be tortured and stripped of their human rights ... how, when they're no longer needed, they can simply be destroyed. Well, if you take the only tool that people have to fight back with and you're left with nothing but defenseless citizens that can easily be ruled over by a tyrannical government. That's exactly how that can be done.

[@JohnMcDonald-ef5gz]

@Hoppity Hooper Well said. And generations of Europeans just don't seem to understand this and have paid the price. And that includes two generations of Americans who had to go fight wars in Europe saving these idiots from themselves. We Americans own guns. It's the one thing that has kept us free. Free from being loaded into box cars.

[@Whatsthedealsquirter]

Totally agree ,a citizen without a 1st amendment is a subject,(subject to what you ask...... anything they feel like )🫡

[@forevertoons9022]

Yes - you've pointed out exactly the consequences of citizens being denied their inherent right to defend themselves AND their loved ones. It's amazing how thoroughly some overseas have been indoctrinated by their State funded and run propaganda services, that they like to call 'the news'. On this subject here, the comment seems to be, "What about those school s hootings?" If they bothered to take the time and check, the incidence of such horrific events, plus the lives unfortunately lost are very low. It pales in contrast to anyone walking the streets of London and always having the fear of being a victim of the nyffe crime that's endemic there. In 2023, there had been 50,000 instances of "nyffe crime" in the UK. In London, the incidence is 29% of it.

[@Tisrok]

Imagine if Ukraine or Israel had been completely unarmed. Both countries had a large amount of privately owned weapons, and those weapons immediately came into public service as soon as a conflict broke out. Regardless of how anybody feels about either conflict, the presence of armed citizens cannot be denied the importance..

[@MrTangolizard]

@@JohnMcDonald-ef5gzsorry but the USA had war declared on them they tried there hardest to stay out the war u didn’t save anyone

[@scaler1179]

I've taught a lot of first-time shooters. Having a good instructor the first time out makes things so much more safe, fun, and smooth. Also, though indoor ranges are climate controlled, I recommend outdoor ranges for the first time. The reverberation in indoor ranges can be a bit overwhelming. I'm glad you got a chance to try it. If you ever want to try it again, I can give you some recommendations to help make your next experience outstanding and very relaxing.

[@scaler1179]

@AlexanderWinterborn It is fun. Education is more effective when it's entertaining as well.

[@Rose-z4h6k]

I grew up in a family where every male and many females over 13 owned rifles and hunted. My dad and uncles owned guns. My mom even used one. I have friends that shoot. As a child, I learned to shoot a BB gun. But, I have always been afraid of guns. I even took the NRA gun safety and concealed carry classes, trying to get past the fear. I never got comfortable even being around them. However, though I will never own a gun, I am a strong believer in our second amendment rights. I'm a Oglala woman. I grew up knowing a woman who had fled a communist country and seeing the concentration camp tattoos on the arm of another neighbor. I will never completely trust any government.

[@SeenGod]

that’s interesting, cause my dad was a cop and he basically forced me to shoot guns at the firing range when i was like 4-5 years old and i took to it like a fish to water 😂😂

[@scrambler69-xk3kv]

My dad said all you need is a 22 rifle, a deer rifle and a shotgun. But this was when I was growing up on a farm in the 1960's.

[@Rose-z4h6k]

@@SeenGod It's hard to be the gun-phobe in a culture that values military service and hunting. I think the urban context I grew up in changed the gun from a tool to an instrument of crime. But, like I said I'm all for responsible gun ownership. BTW, thank your father for his service.

[@Rose-z4h6k]

@@scrambler69-xk3kv Yes. In my family, the real honor meal is game -- the food of your ancestors, the flesh of animals that existed pre-contact. A couple of winters ago, I was back east, visiting my dad's family. Their suburb was overrun with the saddest looking, starving deer. My uncle told me boys didn't hunt anymore. Unless people want bring back wolves, bears, coyotes, and bobcats to roam the suburbs taking out the random, cat, dog or toddler, they are going to have fill that role in the natural order. (I wonder if the decline of hunting doesn't play a role in the increase in senseless gun violence. When you hunt, you understand the guns take life and you can't put that back.)

[@JoshuaMartian-go3tm]

I grew up with guns too in California but my dad never hunted. He was ex Army and just loved guns. I never really understood the obsession with guns. One time my buddy who had family in Wisconsin took me along on a summer trip. His extended family lived in a VERY rural VERY small town where grocery stores were miles and miles away. They hunted for food and stocked up for the winter on deer and meat from the cows and pigs they raised and took to shows. That trip changed my opinion a bit about gn ownership and hunting. I still don't have gns in my house with my kds or hunt, but I respect anyone who chooses to.

[@actaeon299]

Indoor ranges can be louder than outdoor. Outdoor can still be loud. Just the indoor ones tend to be louder.

[@KH-mf1sq]

That's true. Most of my shooting has been outdoor. After many years not shooting, and moving to another town, I shot in an indoor range, and my electronic ear muffs still weren't enough. Now, I double-up; I put in disposable ear plugs first and then put on the electronic ear muffs. It's crazy how more loud it is inside.

[@actaeon299]

@@KH-mf1sq Make sure to pay attention to the NRR rating if you haven't before. There's a big difference in muffs.

[@KH-mf1sq]

@@actaeon299 I use the Peltor Sport Tactical 100, which has an NRR of 22db. I've seen some other models with an NRR of 26db, so I might get one of those and see how well they perform indoors. Thanks for the advice!

[@zachbrooks3897]

Agree 100%. I might even take it a step further and suggest, if you have the opportunity cause not everyone does, go to somebody’s private land outdoors. To where it’s just you and your party. Especially for a first time shooter. A range can definitely be sensory overload. You can greatly reduce that affect if your the only shooter and your moving at your own pace.

[@TheCsel]

Agreed. If people near you are shooting a big caliber you really feel the impact concussion of them shooting, let alone sound. It can be overwhelming for beginners in a busy indoor range.

[@KRIAJK]

Spot on with it's a hobby and all hobbies aren't for everyone. Just because your partner enjoyed it doesn't mean you have to lie and say you enjoyed it as well. Great breakdown of a video. Short and concise.

[@paulayala6174]

Hi guys. For us Texans, this is a common weekend activity. Many of us believe in teaching our children at a young age how to handle a firearm responsibly. People who learn how to handle their firearms safely and responsibly often go their entire lives without ever having a gun related accident or crime. The key is always thinking about safety first, and always treating the firearm as loaded, chambered, and ready to fire. I highly recommend that if you really wantt to try the higher caliber firearms, like the .50 caliber, plan ahead and book an outdoor range. The percussive pressure of such a weapon in an indoor range can be very disturbing, despite wearing ear plugs and muffs. I often visit a Range USA location near my home to shoot my Walther PPQ, which is a low caliber (22LR) pistol); but because of my low blood pressure (related to my Diabetes) I often get headaches. When someone else is in the range at the same time shooting a high caliber weapon, it gives me a massive headache and I have to leave the area until they are done. This is not a problem in an outdoor range because the air pressure from those firearms disspiates as it travels outward in the open air rather than bounce off the walls of an indoor range and echo. You can literally feel the air pressure on your head with every shot. Responsible gun owners visit the range often because the goal is to gain confidence, efficiency, and familiarity with the firearms you ow. The more you know about handling them, the more experience you gain, the safer you are in operating them. Also, should the time ever come when you need to use your firearm in a self defense situation, you want to rely on your muscle memory rather than finding yoursef in a situation where you're just escalating a situation while defeating your own ability to defend yourself. As they say, practice makes perfect! For some, this is also a great theraputic session as it allows them to release tension and anger on something that is not human! With all that said, great job for a first timer. My daughter (now 21), was very scared and uncomfortable when I first took her to the range too. However, she was very proud of herself after her first mag and quickly began to enjoy herself. It's human nature to be nervous or even scared when trying anything for the first time, especially something that has the potenial to take a life; but there's few things more rewarding than sticking to it and eventually mastering the activity! By the way, there are also "launchers" you can purchase, which are non-lethal firearms. They typically use miniature CO2 tanks to launch projectiles rather than gun powder; and those projectiles can be rubber balls, metal riot balls, pepper balls, or even paint balls (often used for firearms training). Berna is one popular option, but there are others that are even cheaper. I actually own one made by Walther because it is exactly the same frm factor as my actual Walther PPQ pistol; so firing it is one safer alternative to pracicing my normal shooting (however, it does weigh more than the real thing). Usually, when I'm out and about in public, I often carried both the pistol and the launcher at the sam thing as I like having the non-lethal first option. When I'm at home though, I'm often carrying on the pistol. Afterall, if someone enters my home and poses a threat there, I have a lot more to protect than just my own personal safety and the threat cannot be greater at that point!

[@JP-ec9rl]

LoL "I don't want to do it again". Immediately in the next breath it's a competition about who is the better shot.

[@ScarriorIII]

Any decision based on fear alone is a bad decision.

[@ConstitutionalFreedomFighter]

It's all about the experience. The 22 is still a serious firearm. I know people think that it isn't very powerful but it doesn't need to be, it will still put someone 6 ft under. Treat ALL firearms with respect. I think you guys did a GREAT job and I'm glad you did it.

[@jishani1]

You know, i'm not trying to downplay the potential lethality of the 22 but everyone likes to throw around statistics about it being the "most lethal caliber in America" but they conveniently leave out the part where the vast majority of gun related fatalities in the US are self inflicted. So yeah, the 22 is a great caliber if you're looking for one to put in your own mouth, but there are more practical choices for home defense.

[@davidcosta2244]

They can do quite a lot of damage inside the body, because they don't have enough power to exit it, and will bounce around within it. This tears up a lot of internal organs.

[@michaelhuff2762]

I live in S.C. the only gun range I've been to Ft. Carson and Ft Knox. I practice in my back yard. I don't have neighbors.

[@kv6826]

@@jishani1Seriously?! Absolutely appalling & certainly NOT warranted.

[@rg20322]

I'm glad that you followed up on this video and telling us how much training they did provide in advance since I assumed it happened, and happy that you are confirming. I'm impressed that you went for this experience because I know that when you walk into a place like this there are guns everywhere, and this can be intimidating. Love the fact that the gun was always down range. Great clips and happy that you had a positive experience!

[@brucew7062]

There’s nothing wrong with “putting your face on the rifle” stock. That’s called a cheek weld and is perfectly normal and common for target shooting.

[@jishani1]

Yeah, cheek against the stock is normal, what you don't want to do is press your eye against the scope like you see in movies.

[@brucew7062]

@@jishani1 Ouch!

[@kv6826]

@@jishani1WTAF is wrong with you?!

[@greywuuf]

Prone supported position shooting you get on the gun. Unsupported you bring the fun to your support. For the situation, "bring th gun to you face " though not literal is good advice ....you bring the weapon to your site plane and not drop your head down in some hunched over weirdness.

[@lucashenry6281]

I’m a gunsmith. Best advice I can give anyone is that guns aren’t for everyone but there is a gun for anyone. You also shot a .22 Long Rifle pistol. It’s as anemic as you can get, to be honest. Guns can also reach 160+ decibels, so yeah they’re loud.

[@TwiztidPain]

Yeah, I 100% agree with a poor range master they can make or break your experience.

[@orangeandblackattack]

True. It took me a few years to find the "right" handgun for me. I tried the Beretta, Sig Sauer, Smith & Wesson..but none "felt" right. My uncle told me when you find the right one, it will be an extension of your arm..and I did in 1988..The 1911 Colt 45 chrome plated. It felt natural. It was too heavy for my wife but I loved it. Took classes for qualification. Nowadays, it's the Colt 45 Nighthawk. Lighter but with same impact.

[@lucashenry6281]

@@orangeandblackattack you might wanna check out the Beretta 92Xi SAO. I believe it has a similar grip to the 1911. I know my GTS is amazing though. Fits perfectly in my hand. Mag release is a bit tough but whatever, it’ll break in.

[@RatRod150]

Indoor ranges are very loud and that can add to the stress. ARs are VERY loud indoors.

[@lucashenry6281]

@@RatRod150 what stress?

[@kevin_ninja_jones2363]

My dad told me growing up you never point a gun at anything you don't plan on eating loaded or empty or unless it is trying to take your life.

[@davidbeckham4523]

Welcome from Cowtown Texas! Love you Brits!

[@Andrew-Collet]

No need for any explanation, and screw anyone who feels they deserve one. Guns aren't my thing, maybe from living in the northeast my entire life has just left me with no desire to do anything with them. But more power to you for at least trying it out. And even with me having never been to a gun range, I never had a doubt in my mind they would properly instruct you on how to use it before firing.

[@silvermine2033]

I’m in CT, and the ranges here are very good with instruction. The outdoor ranges are fun on summer days!

[@chaddnewman2699]

I grew up in the southern US where everyone owned guns and shooting was both a recreational activity and a way to put meat on the table. Most of the men in both my father’s and grandfather’s generations were combat veterans. I served 10 years in the US Army and carried/fired weapons on a regular basis. All that being said, I have enough Yankee and Brit friends to know how stressful firing a weapon can be, especially coming from a country/culture where firearms are heavily restricted. You can be very proud of yourselves for doing something so far outside your comfort zone.

[@gdhaney136]

I thought that you two were great! I've watched other Brits go to the range, and they were not exactly...safe. I was impressed by your first time. Healthy respect for how you went about it, and your reactions.

[@CaptainFrost32]

I think Joel and Lia were nominated for the Darwin Award by Donut Operator years ago when they posted their gun range video.

[@Gort-Marvin0Martian]

I liked seeing the fact you went to one I go to. Great place. Safe location as well. Glad to see you try it out. As we say in Texas; y'all be safe.

[@aaronmccullough4926]

The worst thing you can do is go shooting with random people. There's a weird group of people that want brand new shooters to handle high recoil weapons because the think it's funny. The vast majority of people who are interested in firearms want you to like it as much as we do, that's why ease you into recoil instead of just tossing you in to the deep end

[@zazz69ed]

Well hard to go wrong with a range.. A good range master isnt going to let a noob handle something huge and out of their league. But yes I agree some people are nitwits and give noobs things they can not handle and even load more than one round in them also... super unsafe... wifey and her friends wanted to learn to shoot.. we spent a few hours on safety and showing them how everything works and familiarized them with the weapon.. all small calibers and one round each to start.. after they were no longer scared and knew what to do.. good times were had safely with more than one round loaded at a time...22's and 38's and .380's and a 20 gauge were the menu for the afternoon.. including the noob guys.. They also learned to respect the weapon and that it was never at any point a toy.. and drilled all the rules into them...ear and eye protection were had period... it just made for an enjoyable time for everyone involved... we had a lady that was an anti gunner even try because her views changed watching and hearing what the average shooters liked and enjoyed about it..turns out she loved it and was a natural.. now she is getting ready to go into the 3 gun tourneys LOL She also wants to learn to hunt after going out with some of us and seeing how and why it can be a seriously good thing for populations of deer.. learning about over population and starvation and disease that can be had..but that is a story for another time and place.. but yes there are some people that have no business showing new people how to shoot or what to shoot..

[@aaronsanborn4291]

As someone who grew up with firearms and as someone who served in the U.S. Army with multiple combat tours you both did very well. Shooting is supposed to be fun and safe. My family has a big skeet shoot every year at our family reunion.

[@shayesmithcustomlyricvideos]

I appreciate you guys taking the time to learn a little about guns. I grew up in a big hunting area in America, where everyone in our town owned guns…and it was very natural to own guns and use them to hunt. When we were kids, we were given BB guns and taught how to use them, respect them and never point them at a human. When we got older, we were given pellet guns (quite a bit more powerful than BB guns)…and eventually, our parents would take us on our first hunting trip and get to shoot a real gun (I started out on a 4-10 shotgun). Respecting the weapon and what it can do…and total gun safety, were taught from when we were little kids. I’m glad I’m not afraid of guns as an adult…but I also have a MASSIVE respect for them and know how dangerous they can be if used improperly.

[@tking747]

I thoroughly enjoyed this reaction video to your own video. Getting the "behind the scenes" info. was pretty cool and explains a lot. Please do more of this type video to your original videos! Thank you for this!

[@nick3d155]

It's worth mentioning that you can't just go in and buy one. There's a mandatory background check in every state. There are additional steps required in many states, but not Texas.

[@robertsmith4681]

Thanks for the context, those of us with experience in sport shooting sort of cringed at some of the details but it's good to hear that the people running that range were clued in and present at all times. At least now you have an understanding of how firearms work and what they do. They are very very very loud and you have to watch out for hot brass going down your shirt collar and such and that does take some getting used to. Good to hear you had an overall positive experience.

[@snagglesmagoo2750]

My wife didn't shoot a firearm until I bought her one around age 30. Years later she is a confident and competent shooter. It takes time to get comfortable with your firearm and the idea that other people around you are carrying. Just like owning and driving a vehicle there is a high level of trust we all have in each other when on the road. It's awesome that you guys did this and I'm so glad you had a good instructor.

[@OpeningYugioh]

You guys were great. You treated it with caution and respect and weren’t goffying around with the guns. Hope you enjoyed the experience and if you come back you know you can do it again and this time you’ll really be able to pull out the big guns

[@jpjohnbo]

3:12 "...seeing them out there, not behind a barricade...", The barricade is that every employee in the store is armed. Anyone going into an American gun store with thoughts of robbing the place, will end up in the cemetery if they act on their thoughts.

[@srqlisa7881]

I think you guys did pretty well for your first time. Yes those shell casings can burn ya and the shotguns have a kickback, lessons we all learn. I have always lived in open carry states and it’s normal for me. Just glad you had a good experience.

[@Anon54387]

Yes, the ladies should not wear lowcut shirts when shooting firearms. And bother genders should make sure that a spent casing cannot get inside one's shoe or boot.

[@jeraldjosey]

Gen X here, I had a gun when I was actually five years old. My dad bought me a 22 rifle for Christmas. now I couldn't shoot it by myself, He had to be with me and taught me the end and out of a responsible gun owner. My dad served in two wars, Korean and Vietnam. Things I did as a child would actually probably be looked around as child abuse now because our country has gotten weak, but I'm glad you went and experienced it. I think you did a great job.

[@braxtonnelson5375]

An old guy here... bought my first gun (Remington single-shot bolt action .22 rifle) with my birthday money I got for my 11th birthday. Had it 55 years now... still shoots straight!

[@Tacosnow]

You guys did great! Don’t listen to the critics in their mom’s basement.

[@bobf4765]

I have watched both videos, both of you did very well at the range. Nice to know there are other instructors out there that do not try to overwhelm people when they come in to learn. I have been teaching shooting sports for over 20 years, mostly to young kids. I have found that women do better then men at a range, no preconceived notions. Thanks for the video!

[@TheLoftStudios]

Welcome to Texas!!! I'm from Houston.....

[@gndvancil]

I think you guys did just fine. I do find it a bit funny that younger people nowadays think of guns with the same fear I hold for nuclear weapons. As a senior citizen, we all had BB/Pellet guns by the time we were 6 years old. We would play with them without adult supervision. We spent the day shooting anything that looked interesting, glass bottles (we had few cans, only beer came in cans , birds on power lines, but never people. By the time I was 12, we'd go hunting again without adult supervision, in the neighborhood fields after school. We'd use .410 shotguns or .22 rifles. For us, it was fun. Today's social mores and standards didn't apply. I went deer hunting for the 1st time when I was 14. I was using a borrowed .30 rifle. I knew how to use it. I felt excited. I was paired with an adult. I spotted a big buck about 50-75 yards away from where we were. It was a big buck a 5 pointer and it was close. My heart started racing, I could feel my hands shaking. But I wanted that shot. I pointed the deer out to my companion and we ducked down behind a fallen tree and I told him I wanted the shot since I spotted it. He said wait a bit. I didn't know what for. I brought up my rifle and rested my elbows on the downed tree. I was thinking about my breathing and tried to slow it down. I put my finger on the trigger and stopped. The deer sniffed us out. It stood bolt upright and looked right at us. Damn, I thought, and before I could squeeze the trigger it darted away. I was OK with that, because that boy was beautiful. I hope I didn't bore you too much. Thank you for sharing your experience with us.

[@michael-1680]

I grew up in the country, where guns are just tools, and my 8th birthday present was a rifle. Which wasn't particularly unusual.

[@mikehancho8930]

As an American who is an avid shooter and firearms enthusiast, I am so happy that you two tried and successfully had a fun and safe time! I'm glad you two were able to come up with your own conclusions and reasonings behind if it is for or not for you!

[@eudaemxnia2481]

To each their own. You gave it a real try and we're over the moon for it. Glad you enjoyed your time stateside 👍👍👍

[@JLCra87]

Glad you got to experience this! I'm former Law Enforcement here, I've grown up shooting from a young age. It's really quite an enjoyable thing. I haven't gone in many years but I need to go get some practice in! I feel bad that so many in Europe are conditioned to be afraid of firearms, I know a guy in France who shoots a lot at the range but he's even told me there's not too many that go due to such a negative perspective put onto people about them.

[@ScottyM1959]

We have a wonderful gun culture, but the best part of it is the people. Most of us are great people who like to hunt, target shoot, and most importantly, protect themselves and their families and, like any section of society, have our share of jerks, but the good out weigh the bad. I'm glad you had a good time and checked it off your bucket list.

[@Fairbanks2417]

Everyone should know how to shoot a gun so bravo to you guys for going to the range and learning!

[@Marcus-p5i5s]

For most people guns aren't a hobby any more than driving their car is a hobby. It's a tool for most.

[@TrikeRoadPoet]

Trying the hard and strange is often a surprise that we oft find fun! Kudos for making the effort!!!

[@raymondjallen]

Considering you two came from a country without the 2nd Amendment, good on you for experiencing what we in America are trying to keep our government from taking from us.

[@rwest8761]

The UK always had a hunting heritage and a storied military heritage. People used to proudly own and use firearms safely and lawfully, but they were stripped of these abilities by the usual crowd who demonize the firearm and not the criminal.

[@MrTangolizard]

@@rwest8761I’m British and I own guns

[@TheGrainSideUp]

Welcome to my home range. I shoot and qualify annually at this location. I saw your video when you arrived. I wish I knew that you were coming....I could have been your guide, but it looks like the guys took care of you well. At least you were in A/C and not out in some outdoor range dealing with the heat. So glad that you have a GOOD experience especially with something that you are normally used to doing and/or seeing. Please come back to the US and enjoy more of what our beautiful country has to offer. God bless!

[@TheIddieMorris]

You did well with the breathing and the recoil!👍

[@magicwv]

The AR rifle you shot was the Daniel Defense M4V7 (DDM4V7). Made infamous by the Uvalde shooting. I own 2 Daniel Defense rifles myself.

[@dlshady]

I would imagine that a lot of the negative comments you guys received regarding the instruction you got at the range stems from the fact that there's another popular video on KZbin where a couple of foreigners (Can't recall if they were Brits or from some other country) went to a range in Texas and the guy at the counter basically sold them some ammo and turned them loose on the range. It was a complete disaster looking for a place to happen and, as a lifelong 'gun guy', it made my stomach ache. Thankfully no one got hurt, but I suspect that's probably why you got some of the negative comments you did. Glad you guys had an overall positive experience and good on you both for giving it a try!

[@davidcosta2244]

That may have been Joel &Lia, who also go by Those Two Brits. They tend to be quite snarky, and very leftist.

[@cameronwalker294]

Question: did any guns jump out of a holster and start shooting on it's own? I'm always hearing that 'guns kill people'.

[@uuzd4s]

Sounds like you guys took some heat in the comments section for enjoying yourselves at an American shooting Range.

[@Educated2Extinction]

Knowing things is good. Glad you experienced it.

[@greatgreyowl2583]

Everybody need to know how to handle a gun safely, even if you never have guns around you. It doesn't mean use them, it's how make sure nobody gets hurt if you ever need to handle one someday.

[@kevincameron8437]

Ya'll went in and tried something new. Ya'll had someone behind you watching every move and you both learned something. And guns are not for everyone, but I'm glad you went in and tried it. Thanks for sharing

[@ThatShyGuyMatt]

Your allowed to have whatever view on it you want. You don't have to explain to everyone why you did/didn't like something. If anyone has an issue with any of your views, that's on them for not being accepting that everyone is allowed a view.

[@msears8576]

Well done! I live in the country and built a shooting range just below my house. Two of my neighbors live 1/4 and 1/2 mile from me and they have shooting ranges in their backyards as well. Some Americans enjoy golf or fishing and many of us enjoy the shooting sports. Bullseye.....IPSC....IDPA......Action Shooting......Steel Challenge.....3-Gun or just informal target shooting is often a lifetime pastime for us. Even our High School has a Trap Team that competes against other high school kids. You'll enjoy it more the next time.

[@sarabryant8651]

Welcome from Texas!!!

[@michealdrake3421]

0:45 Right off the bat, I love that you guys are doing this. Not just addressing your critics and skeptics, but also acknowledging that your opinions on what happened in this video might have changed since it was filmed for a myriad of reasons. In general, I love additional context on anything, which is why I've enjoyed watching you learn about American history, and especially the parts that intersect with British history, and I'm excited to learn your deeper impressions

[@ctom1985]

Y'all Don't need to be afraid to speak your minds with Americans. We aren't afraid to talk about Politics, Religion and the right to bear arms. I'm glad y'all got to experience a little of our freedoms here in America.

[@hannah3250]

It’s nice that you were open to try. My husband is English and I took him to a gun range…wow! He hit the target every time! It was the hottest thing. I just remember thinking, “ wow, he can actually protect me” . I totally understand not enjoying the recoil. I’ve actually had a gun recoil hard enough that it cut the top of my thumb knuckle pretty bad, but I’m sure I was holding it wrong lol😂. My hubby and I have done that a few times. Axe throwing and knife throwing. Have you to ever done axe throwing? Anyway, Great job! You looked like no one would mess with you, like Trinity from the Matrix! Archie doesn’t have to worry about anything because Mum and dad are bad*sses… ;) 💪🏼💪🏼❤

[@MA-jd4ui]

Guns are not for all people. Some people like to shoot them. Some people don't most of the places in the United States. You need a background check before you get your gun and you have to pass a safety course. But you did great. Me myself. I don't mind them My job is in-law enforcement. So I have one on me all the time. That video was great. All your videos have been great from your trip. You guys have a blessed day and may God bless all 3 of you.

[@okie-kan9240]

What state do you have to pass a safety course to buy a gun, just curious?

[@mylesc99]

What State do you live in? We don't need a safety course in Arizona. We also have Constitutional Carry. No permit required to open carry, or conceal carry.

[@MA-jd4ui]

@@mylesc99 The dreaded california

[@okie-kan9240]

@@mylesc99 In Oklahoma and Kansas, it's like that too. Yeah, I was wondering the same thing.

[@mylesc99]

@@MA-jd4ui No wonder! I left Commifornia years ago, and haven't looked back.

[@alanpeterson4939]

Next time you visit the U.S., I suggest more time in the scenic rural areas. There are millions of acres of mountains, deserts, shorelines, waterfalls, and canyons to see.

[@regularguyprepper]

Most "gun people" love teaching and exposing new shooter or first time shooters and want beginners to have a good experience. We want more people to enjoy our hobby to expand our numbers. Owning guns is part of the American psyche and culture. We do so for fun and sport, self defense, because we can, because we don't trust our government or other countries governments, hunting etc. There are as many reasons to own guns as you can believe.

[@abramsalinas1004]

It'll never be about politics. As an American it's my right to own one. Thank you founding fathers. A gun on a table will never shoot on its own. Just like your mics they will never pick up your voice unless you place it the right place. You have to clip it in the right place on your shirts. The mic will not do it on its own. A human has to do it not the mic. Gun is the same thing. Guns never shoot on their own, people do it. Great video!!

[@SgtKilgore406]

All true, unless it's a Sig... 😆

[@dougfisher1266]

Millie, when I was in the USMC, I got to throw 1 live hand grenade. That was plenty for me. I liked machine guns, tanks, automatic grenade launchers...but singular hand thrown grenades gave me a bad vibe. Good for you for trying, you both did great.💪👍

[@tomhalla426]

Brits going shooting in the US is as much a cliche as Americans in Germany driving on the Autobahn. Driving fast freaks some Americans out as much as guns disturb Brits. The pistol looks very much like a Ruger 22/45, a relatively heavy .22 LR pistol, which is a good choice for a novice to learn pistol technique on as it has very little recoil.

[@Demetri450]

Not even closely the same thing!

[@tomhalla426]

@@Demetri450 If you want to teach someone to actually hit what they are aiming at, you want to avoid their developing a flinch. Getting used to using a pistol that doesn’t have real recoil gets them accustomed to the muscle memory. Work up to something else later.

[@WaterDrinkersUnited]

While yall were in Tx, you were around people that had guns that you couldn't see.

[@scottstewart5784]

I'm a pro-gun American, but I only have 11 guns - I'm not keeping up.

[@taniahammond1004]

The range you went to is our local range! Hubby and I used to go once a week until our situation changed. There is something different about hearing all the guns that makes it scary. I wear double ear protection because of the noise! I'm glad you came and enjoyed!!

[@scottbivins4758]

Yeah I wouldn't rely on the gun violence statistics so much. They typically add every gun death up together it doesn't matter if it was a suicide or murder or a self-defense case they usually just tie all them numbers in together. Which I think is kind of ridiculous if you're going to complain about gun crime at least be truthful enough and not cluster all the gun deaths together especially when they don't really fit the description of a violent crime. And this is something I have typically figured out. People who aren't raised up around guns tend to not like them. While people who are raised up around guns and stuff we have no issues with them.

[@geraldvelez597]

There are about 33,000 gun-related deaths per year. About two-thirds of that is suicides. Out of that one-third remaining, the vast majority of that is inner city crime. In fact, if you took out the five largest, and darkest, metropolitan areas of the US, our murder rate drops significantly within the developed world. If you want to continue being spoon fed the governmental pablum by your "betters", well then - have fun. At least most of us here know that we actually can defend our families, in addition to ourselves.

[@jdanon203]

@@geraldvelez597 What about all the school shootings? Just the cost of doing business?

[@geraldvelez597]

@@jdanon203 How many "school shootings" are you talking about? When was the last one? How many had died? I guess you're ignorant of the fact that a total of 74 people died in "mass shootings" in the United States in the whole of 2022. While each death is heart-breaking - of course. The total is less than 100. Do you understand that?

[@msears8576]

@@jdanon203 Deranged liberals will always find a way to get a gun.....no matter how many irrational gun laws are passed.

[@Zale-vj439]

I grew up near an air force base in the US, and to this day I LOVE the sound of military jet noise --- I always say, it's the sound of freedom! -- especially enjoyable at airshows, and more.. I just love it. It should give us all that same feeling of security. The sum of my stance on guns -- starts and ends with that similar feeling: The sight of guns in a gun store, at the use of good people, gives me that same feeling. Freedom! I absolutely love it! The alternative (meaning no guns anywhere, available for the use of freedom-loving people) is what is truly scary, and I wish more people would envision just how dreaded that alternative society would be --- at the mercy of your government eventually going rotten (which they inevitably, always will with time) and being able to do nothing about it? That's the greater scary. Not to mention criminals -- who will STILL get them on a black market. That is a society ALL people should never wish to live in. A well armed civilian society is your most free society -by definition. 99.9% of gun owners in the US will never use them for anything but sport, and that's what I love about it. Less than 1% of gun owners who will use them to commit crimes is what the liberal media (corrupt as they are) runs with, where they just want to ruin it for everyone else's freedom, because it doesn't serve their agenda.

[@zach9036]

It is a common misconception that "anyone can just walk in and buy one" in America, this isn't technically true. You do go through a federal background check. If you have ever been convicted of a felony or certain crimes / domestic violence, you automatically get denied.

[@Anon54387]

In the past, that was true. It should be true again. The NICS needs to go away.

[@AniwayasSong]

I for one find you two/three, w/baby, *ADORABLE,* and am so happy that you were able to visit America and get some 'Range time' while you were here! You're welcome back anytime, and if ya want to stay, even better! :-D

[@andreaelliott728]

Some people live to pick others apart and it’s sad. I think you both did an awesome job!

[@leahmollytheblindcatnordee3586]

So very, very true. Good comment.

[@LBCAndrew]

Here's the thing about gun people. We're very strict on safety and rules but that is only because we want everyone to come home safe and sound at the end of the day. Don't take a stern attitude as not liking someone. Most gun people i know are some of the friendliest people i've ever come across.

[@gen10001000]

As an American who shot her first gun (with parental help and supervision) at Age 4, and who grew up with everyone I Knew owning guns- it seemed so odd to me to see the trepidation with which you Guys approach this indoor range practice but I respect that this is very foreign to many. It’s just so normal for many who grew up in rural natural settings that we don’t always understand what the big deal is all about. -Geneva.

[@jishani1]

I was also four the first time shot a gun. Also weird to me seeing people afraid of the object itself. If someone were being unsafe with a firearm then yeah, more than a normal reaction to be afraid and concerned. But just not feeling comfortable because an inanimate object is in the same room as you is a little weird to me. It's a store, they're all either inside a case or on a rack on the wall that's separated from the customers by the counter. Generally also locked into the racks and the employees have get them for you, and none of them are going to have a magazine in them, ammo is sold separately after all. It's just a scary looking stick without the ammo.

[@mickeyj8503]

You guys were pretty brave for trying that. Anyone who tells you different is stroking their ego. I grew up on guns and joined the Army at 17. Did 20+ years and multiple combat tours in Iraq. I can still remember the first time I shot a .22 and you guys did better than me my first time. I retired at 38 . I don’t consider myself that old but my main point is.. anyone that says “oh it’s a .22 it’s nothing” are just kids that probably just shot their first high powered gun. You guys did awesome. If you guys need a place to stay next time you come and some guns to shoot with on private land just hit me up. Love the videos. Keep being you.❤

[@shag139]

Hey, being afraid/respecting firearms is far better than being cocky/overconfident. First time anybody touches a gun they are nervous as heck and that fear is a good thing to start with.

[@JCMNART]

It is strange, as an American, to see other non-American people’s visceral reactions to it. Definitely makes me see it in a different light.

[@jishani1]

Just kinda makes me sad for them, honestly. It's like someone having a visceral reaction to a chainsaw. It's scary to use and dangerous if you're not careful.. but it's not gonna turn itself on and chase anyone down. Just seems weird to be afraid of an inanimate object, especially when the object in question is a gun in a firearms store that isn't even loaded. That's like being afraid of baseball bats on the wall.

[@claregale9011]

​@@jishani1you have to remember we don't have guns in our general population , we have special units of armed police , or at high risk terrorist targets throughout London. Unfortunately our media tend to put out the shootings in the US on the news here so its got negative conitations we just sigh and say not another one .

[@theconstitutionalveteran5778]

@@claregale9011 Here is some perspective on guns in the US because even here the media drums it up. If you don't count self deletion (because they'll use anything they can to do it) you're just as likely to die from tripping and falling as you are from being shot.

[@melenedezssss]

I for one am happy you both tried. Your experience is about as normal as there is. Everyone understands guns or any weapon are not toys, hence weapons. Stereo typically, the guys end up enjoying things like this more, hence we have the title of protector. Had you both been raised around guns, like in farming where you need to protect livestock or crops, you might feel different. We're all most comfortable with how we're raised, experiences, but also sociatal imprints on us. Here, it's part of our culture. That said, not everyone would even go as far as you have. Plus, we have new immigrants all the time, most from non-gun cultures. I think you guys did great and you may or may never try again. Personal protection is something we take seriously and we see ourselves as our own first responders. We have a saying, it's not comforting to know, that when seconds count, police are minutes away. Police, typically, are there to put the toe tag on you and write a report, not save you. Also, being that America isn't loved by terrorists or despots. Our safety has historically been our 2 oceans & relatively friendly neighbors. We have a strong military but we see ourselves as our country's homeland defense. In WW2, Japan claimed, in America, there is a gun behind every blade of grass. It makes enemies nervous that we have more guns in the hands of citizens than we have citizens. At 320 million + citizens, we have well over 470 million guns in the hands of lawful citizens. Yet, only half of Americans own guns.

[@theblackbear211]

I'm impressed with your willingness to go outside your comfort zone to experience something so completely foreign to you. For those of us in the US who have grown up being familiar with guns - even if we are not enthusiasts, or even owners, it is hard to imagine just how foreign an experience that was for you.

[@duaneschultz9230]

I think it’s really cool that you guys went to a gun range and experience something that was very different for you. Like most hobbies shooting a gun isn’t for everyone. But it is a good thing to experience at least once in your life. God bless you and your family. Duane

[@PEKing672]

Hey guys, no judgment. You came, you saw, you gave it a go. What more can anyone ask?

[@BigTroyT]

Don't feel you need to apologize to anyone. You are absolutely allowed to not want to shoot guns yourself, or to not take it up as a hobby. You've tried it and you have an understanding of what it's actually like to shoot, so at least you are making an informed decision. It's just like any other experience, from trying a new food to a new sport: you gave it a try, and you either enjoy it or you don't, and either outcome is perfectly acceptable. You did far more than a lot of people are willing to do before they make their decision.

[@charlesbrown4483]

As a natural American, I simply can't relate to being afraid of guns. I owned my first gun when i was 7 or 8 years old. A Ruger 10/22. And target shooting is a fun benefit of an armed society, but we're not armed to shoot paper cutouts, make no mistake. We're armed in case we need to fight for our life, liberty and our pursuit of happiness. No one will ever take that away from us again.

[@crystallynnesmilezz7682]

I find it so interesting how people from other countries react to firearms. My husband, myself, my oldest daughter and my son in law have all served in the Army. We have 6 kids and all of our kids have used firearms since they were about 5. We live out in the country, our kids all have their own firearm and shoot targets all the time in the yard. My son had a French foreign exchange student over one time, her excitement over just seeing a revolver put some things into perspective lol