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While the right to keep and bear arms is a right recognized by the Second Amendment, it\u2019s not a right all will choose to exercise. Despite the recent wave of interest in Second Amendment, self-defense, and guns as a means toward the protection of life, many are still on the fence as to whether to become a gun owner. Not sure if you\u2019re ready? Here are some ways to determine whether gun ownership is right for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The\nanswer is \u201cno\u201d if you simply cannot or will not be comfortable owning a gun.\nBut let\u2019s explore why that\u2019s currently the case. Your reluctance is due to\nsomething: maybe the result of limited experience with guns; a bad experience\nwith guns; the complexity of paperwork and\/or gear required to purchase, own,\nor carry a gun; or the myriad negative media reports about guns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Limited experience with guns?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s\nokay to admit you have limited experience with guns. At some point, we all were\nin that condition. But a gun is only as dangerous as the person handling it. In\nother words, proper training and professionally-guided introductory experiences\ncan bring a level of understanding and comfort to gun ownership and use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bad experience with guns?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A\nbad experience with, well, anything certainly can affect your view of and\napproach to it, and understandably so. But one way to overcome the anxiety of a\nbad experience is to replace it with a healthy experience. Also, a bad\nexperience with a gun usually requires someone breaking one of the rules of gun\nsafety or breaking the law. This doesn\u2019t detract from the difficulty of the\nexperience but there may be some comfort in knowing and appreciating that bad\nexperiences are the exception, not the rule. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Complexity of purchase, ownership, carry?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Background checks, permits to purchase, and long-form applications add significant complexity to gun purchases\u2014and these can vary from state to state. Add the sometimes conflicting laws or statutes about gun storage, transport, and private sales and the level of complexity just goes up. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finally, buying a gun usually includes needing a secure means of storage or transport, a wide range of ammunition choices, cleaning gear, and on and on. These things may seem to make gun ownership so complex that it just doesn\u2019t seem worth it. But it\u2019s not insurmountable. Yes, it requires care and yes it is complex. But lots of resources exist to help navigate all of these things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myriad negative media reports?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Anecdotally, people often say they can\u2019t read the news without reading about another shooting. The key here is simply to make sure you are getting a truly balanced reporting of gun news. Moreover, your responsible ownership and safe use of a gun actually contribute to a safer society. Do a bit of research<\/a> on gun ownership in the U.S., the number of firearms-related accidents and\/or crime, and make some sound judgments about what is actually the problem. And consider how you can be a part of the solution!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ready to Buy?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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You can find new and used Smith & Wesson revolvers like this model 686 on GunsAmerica<\/a>. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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Let\u2019s say you\u2019re ready to buy your first gun\u2014a handgun you intend to keep in your home for basic self-defense. You don\u2019t intend to carry it concealed (at least not yet) but want something reliable, simple to use, and affordable. A great first gun that meets these criteria would a revolver chambered in .38 Special. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reliable.<\/strong> Depending on the manufacturer, revolvers are some of the most reliable handguns made. Yep, they look \u201cold school\u201d and yet they\u2019ve been around for a long time; and reliability is one of the main reasons for that. Compared to other handguns, they also require minimal care and cleaning to maintain peak operating capability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Simple to Use.<\/strong> While virtually all police and military handguns are auto-loading pistols, these types of guns are also more complex to operate. They require additional skills for managing magazines and reloading, slide functions and clearing, and some may have external safeties to contend with. All skills that can be practiced and mastered, yes. Just more complex. If simplicity is your goal, it\u2019s hard to beat a revolver. To shoot a loaded double action revolver, just squeeze the trigger. To keep shooting, just keep squeezing. Don\u2019t want it to fire? Don\u2019t put your finger on the trigger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Affordable.<\/strong> You can find used revolvers in excellent condition at your local gun stores or on GunsAmerica<\/a>. Also, .38 Special target ammunition is relatively inexpensive. And since a revolver likely holds five or six rounds (some hold seven or even eight), requiring you to stop and reload, you can stretch your time on the range.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Another solid option for first-time buyers is this hammerless Ruger LCRX. Listings on GunsAmerica<\/a> have them priced between $350-$550. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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A couple other notes about that first handgun: Revolvers have varying barrel lengths. A three- or four-inch barrel is a good compromise between a six inch or longer barrel (more suitable for hunting or target shooting) and a two inch or snub-nosed barrel (more suitable for concealed carry). You\u2019ll get very good accuracy from a four-inch barreled revolver if you do your part in aiming. Revolvers also come in a variety of calibers. .38 Special is a good medium-duty cartridge. If it\u2019s too much for you to handle, you can downsize to lesser rounds. The key is to find a caliber you can shoot very well and most people can handle the .38.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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