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So for my 1,000th post thought I would throw out an thought grenade for some consideration. Really just looking for some feedback from the wise counsel that is NWF. How many times have we seen horrible muzzle control from people in gun stores...on both sides of the counter. Today, I asked to see a gun in a store. The employee pulled it out and proceeded to point it directly at my chest before (and while) he checked the chamber.
Most of the very poor gun handling I've seen has been from customers but seems like that it can be with employees as well. I understand that it can be difficult to look at a gun in a crowded store but I try to never flag anyone (after I personally have cleared the gun myself). I find the safest direction when checking out the sights and grip. Should employees, as tactfully as possible, guide people looking at guns to following basic gun safety rules? Should shops have a "direction of least consequence" for pointing guns? It just seems strange to me that we emphasize the rules of gun safety except at the point of purchase. Is this because it could scare off customers?
Just some thoughts and thanks for letting me stay around for 1,000 posts!
Most of the very poor gun handling I've seen has been from customers but seems like that it can be with employees as well. I understand that it can be difficult to look at a gun in a crowded store but I try to never flag anyone (after I personally have cleared the gun myself). I find the safest direction when checking out the sights and grip. Should employees, as tactfully as possible, guide people looking at guns to following basic gun safety rules? Should shops have a "direction of least consequence" for pointing guns? It just seems strange to me that we emphasize the rules of gun safety except at the point of purchase. Is this because it could scare off customers?
Just some thoughts and thanks for letting me stay around for 1,000 posts!