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How To Scare Away Newbies |
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Gregory Morris, 11/19/07 9:24:30 am |
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Bitter's bit on scaring away newbies. It would be funny if it weren't true. Ask any newbie gal who has gone into a gun shop, and gotten treated poorly by the condescending asshole behind the counter ("Oh, you'll like this .25... it has a pink handle, and fits nicely in your purse!") Even worse, try being a newbie guy who wants to ask some honest questions to that same asshole, and see if he doesn't get his ego stomped a little too hard.
Guy: "I heard revolvers were more reliable. Can I see that one?"
Shop Owner: "You heard wrong, modern pistols are perfectly reliable with modern ammo, and .32 revolvers are for girls who can't shoot a .45ACP. You should carry a full size 1911."
No, I didn't make that up. I heard it at a gun store.
Not all gunners/shop owners/instructors are like that, but there are quite a few. That is why it is important, regardless of whether or not you are getting paid, to be patient. A newbie's first time at the range should be enjoyable and safe. Proper grip/stance/trigger pull/breathing/etc. can wait.
If you find yourself instructing new shooters, it is helpful to read my guide or for even more detail, read what Cornered Cat has to say about it.
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