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So @Andy54Hawken 's post is gold to me. As an instructor, one of the biggest initial issues with newer shooters is that they are not comfortable manipulating their firearms. Having said that, safety while doing so is paramount. Throw a little stress on someone (classes in front of others, competitions...even friendly ones, on a shot timer), then watch what happens. Safeties forget to be clicked off, mags are dropped, reloads turn horrible and malfunctions turn into nightmares....for those who are not unconsciously competent with their systems. It even happens to those who are but at a much lower frequency.
As for penetration, check out Paul Harrell's videos on YouTube. He shoots all kinds of stuff through drywall, multiple layers, using shotguns...it gives you a visual clue of what you are dealing with.
And one final note:
Thanks for asking questions like this to the NWF brain trust.
As for penetration, check out Paul Harrell's videos on YouTube. He shoots all kinds of stuff through drywall, multiple layers, using shotguns...it gives you a visual clue of what you are dealing with.
And one final note:
Heaven forbid you are ever involved in a defensive gun use situation, what I did you your quote is what a prosecuting attorney will do in front of the jury. Or it may sway them to decide to prosecute in a close case. I understand that it was completely harmless to you, but it will be twisted to make you look like a gun nut that just couldn't wait to use it on someone. Eliminate the bold, red, underlined portion, and you become a responsible looking gun owner.Yes, I think part of what I want to do (other than feel how awesome it feels) is to be completely familiar with it by touch and sight.
Thanks for asking questions like this to the NWF brain trust.