In 2020, the number of preventable or accidental gun deaths in the U.S. increased by 10%. While guns can be useful safety tools, they’re also extremely dangerous and must be handled- and stored- exercising extreme caution. It’s crucial that you prevent accidental gun deaths or injuries by avoiding common gun safety mistakes. To do that, you first need to learn what the common gun safety mistakes are. Then you can figure out how to avoid them, keeping you and your family safe. Read on to learn about 8 of the common gun safety mistakes in the list below. 1. Refusing to Take a Gun Safety Trainin ..read more

It is estimated that around 8% of Americans have a license to carry a firearm. An estimate that shows how few people actually have the legal ability to carry a weapon. Having the ability to carry a firearm is a privilege, not a right, and a very important privilege. It can help to keep you and those around you safe in an emergency. Any gun owner should consider getting a license to carry. As well as the option of getting a concealed carry license. Keep reading to find out some important facts before getting your license to carry. Local and State Laws Before ever considering the license to car ..read more

Did you know that 44% of the population lives in a household that has a gun? Unfortunately, many of these same households have children who aren’t familiar with gun safety at all. This is dangerous because if a child or teen gets their hand on the weapon, it could end in tragedy. Sadly, many parents often put off talking to their kids about gun safety because they want to protect their innocence. However, this can be a costly mistake. So, when should you start teaching your child about gun safety? While there is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question in this article, we’ll be going ..read more

Whether you have guns in your home or otherwise, you would be wise to teach your children about gun safety. After all, your children are bound to come across guns at some point or another and, due to the potentially dangerous nature of guns, you want your children to know how to handle them properly. That’s where this article comes in. Below, we’re going to discuss the specifics of teaching a child gun and weapon safety, helping you be a guide to your children throughout the years. Let’s get into it. Have Guns Around Your Child from an Early Age Our first piece of advice is to have guns ..read more

According to a Gallup report, about 32% of the adults in the U.S own a gun. And over 40% live in gun households, meaning there is a gun within the property or inside the house. While many people have guns, not all know how to store their weapons safely. Unfortunately, these firearms can cause harm if they fall into the wrong hands. Also, guns are susceptible to rust and other damage. However, you can ensure your weapon is safe with the proper gun storage practices. Most importantly, you can safeguard your firearm from rust and other radicals. So, how can you safely store your guide? This guid ..read more

Gun safety classes can be the difference between life and death. Firearms are not toys. They’re precision instruments that you need to handle with the utmost care. Improper use can not only damage the gun, it could harm you or others. Many people make the mistake of not educating themselves on gun safety before purchasing a weapon. But in some cases, you live far away from the nearest gun safety course. Maybe your busy schedule means there’s no time to head down to your local gun store. An online gun safety course is the answer you’re looking for. But what can you expect in a safety course fo ..read more

An estimated 37% of Texans own firearms. Are you one of them? If so, you might be curious about how and where on your body you can legally carry a gun. And, you might also be wondering what will be most comfortable for you – open carry or concealed. In this article, we’ll go into all the details about open carry vs concealed carry to help you make a decision. Read on for all that you’ll need to know! Open Carry vs Concealed Carry and the Law Since September 1, 2021, Texans over the age of 21 can legally carry a firearm without a permit. But, some exceptions do apply. For exampl ..read more

In 2020, there were a total of 447 violent crimes reported for every 100,000 people in Texas. This rate is beyond the national average, with 399 violent crimes for every 100,000 Americans. News like these call for the need for personal protection. Gun ownership is one option Americans consider to protect themselves from potential danger. Although, the freedom to own guns is not absolute. Gun laws cover ownership limitations, protection, and penalties, among others. Texas passed a law allowing permitless firearm carry to every eligible citizen. Texans can now carry concealed handguns to e ..read more

In 2020, there were 45,222 gun-related deaths from preventional, intentional, and undetermined causes. Because so many of these deaths were preventable, taking a gun safety course could prevent many more of these accidents in the future. Are you interested in taking a gun safety course? Keep reading this article to learn more about the top benefits of taking these classes as a gun owner. 1. Safety The biggest benefit of taking a gun safety course is that it improves your safety. Even if you don’t own a gun, knowing the right rules and handling for gun safety will lower the risk that you will ..read more

Looking forward to testing out your first firearm? Before you head to the shooting range or out into the field, you need to know proper safety protocol. Guns are both recreational tools and weapons and should be treated with caution. Gun safety is crucial to learn before you handle a gun so that you and others around you can stay safe and healthy. A gun can be an easy thing to take care of and handle correctly, but it can also be easy to have an accident. And when it comes to guns, if you aren’t handling them well, they could be deadly. 1. Like It’s Loading When you’re handling a gun, from th ..read more