Shooting Range 101

>>32393818
don't point it at anybody
don't point it anywhere but downrange
don't put your finger on the trigger until ready to fire
always be aware what is downrange
don't turn off the safety until you're ready to fire

>>32393818
Go with someone who knows what theyre doing

Dont be an idiot

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>>32393818
>1)Using a shotgun rather than a gun or rifle. In his study of gunshot injuries in Mobile Alabama1, Riddick found that of those surviving a firearm suicide attempt, 80% used a handgun, 15% a rifle, and only 5% a shotgun. However, shotguns can be more difficult to aim into the side and back of the head, which are the most fatal points to aim (see below). They do deliver much greater energy at impact though (meaning they can do more damage).

>2)Firing into the head rather than the body. Comparing studies of firearm suicide fatalities2 and non-fatalities3 suggests that there are far fewer survivors with head wounds than chest or abdomen. Aiming into the chest or abdomen and using a hand gun is a worst case combination.

>3)Using a gun that works properly and ammunition that is not old. Sounds obvious, but old ammunition might not reach its proper velocity when fired. A gun not working properly could have a similar effect. Geo Stone4 discusses calibre of gun and type of ammunition at length. He concludes that there is no overwhelming evidence of higher calibre size being more effective, although there is increased possibility that a lower calibre will not penetrate the skull.

>>32393818
rule #1
assume all guns are always loaded all the time, behave accordingly

>>32393830
This. Actually do all of these from the start, don't just haphazardly read it and say okay. And do incorporate dry firing (if the gun owner says it's okay) early on to help not develop any flinch

>>32393818
Tell the instructor you have absolutely zero experience handling weapons.

That's it. Disregard everything you read in this thread and just follow the instructor advice.

>>32393830
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Thanks lads, all this seems like common sense but I'll definitely keep it in mind.

Any other hints besides that? What would you say is the best weapon for a beginner?
>>32393853
Instructions unclear, please provide a demonstration.

>>32394027
ask for the .500 magnum

>>32394027
Don't forget to bring lots of tannerite

>>32393818
everything that others have said, and this has been many times but still some people do this all the time
>don't point your fucking gun anywhere elkse but downrange and always assume it is loaded even if it's fucking stripped down

>>32393818
Just have fun anon. That's all that matters

>>32393818
Where are you from Europe ? You can own weapons and use them in gun clubs in most European countries, except a few super cucked ones like netherlands

>>32393818
Also what state are you visiting ?

>>32394027
Put your hearing protection on before you go into the range, eye protection is a good idea. 9mm is the easiest place to start for a general pistol experience but you can try .22 if they have it. They have practically no recoil but the weapons are not representative of most handguns and are more prone to failures.

>>32394204
I'm from Macedonia. You need to jump through a bunch of hoops to get a gun here legally.

>>32394207
Oregon.

>>32394213
Thanks Anon. <3