For the past 32 years I have shot a national circuit. I've won 3 national championships and hold 7 different world records. I spent a year doing "search and destroy's" in the late 60s and that cured me of the John Wayne mentality that we all see so much of.
I don't own a gun, doubt that I ever would. However, I think the 2nd amendment is crucial to our country.
We have two. They'd be absolutally no defence against home invasion however, since they're so locked up I'd probably do better to hit the person over the head with the case. We've taught the older kids to respect guns and treat them like they're ALWAYS loaded. They know how to carry a gun also.
Sold most on retirement..kept my favs...1 S&W model66 357Mag...and a classic 1942 Thompson 45cal sub!(with clip and round mags)...Thats all folks!
Hey we should go shoot someday...I placed 6th in State competition years ago. Far from National or world, I'd love to shot with someone in that class!