Gun ownership is not just a constitutionally protected rightit’s the responsibility to be safe.
Having shaped our nation since its birth, guns are an integral part of American life. As more and more Americans choose to own firearms, it becomes increasingly important to educate them on
proper shooting and handling techniques.
Drawing on the National Rifle Association’s more than two centuries of shooting experience, as well as the collected knowledge of more than 55,000 certified instructors,The NRA Guide to
Gun Safety offers keyand life-savingadvice on using, caring for, and storing handguns, rifles, and shotguns. Packed with essential information and resources, including details on how
propellants burn in cartridges, shooting etiquette on and off the range, and where to find a certified NRA shooting instructor, The NRA Guide to Gun Safety will help reinforce the
importance of safe gun-handling habits. Included is information on:
The safest and most effective way to store and transport pistols, rifles, and shotguns
The anatomy of the many kinds of guns available
The proper way to reload any firearm
The best way to clean your gun
Proper use of eye and ear protection
The correct clothing to wear while hunting
Whether you are an experienced shooter or haven’t shot a round in your life, The NRA Guide to Gun Safety will provide new and enlightening information that will make you, and your
family, safer gun owners.