Why not "pass it on" now? What do you think?

[FireInCairo]

The average gun owner is above 50.

In other words, gun ownership is shrinking, not growing!

Moreover, the average gun owner owns more guns than he can use at once. Would it be so bad if you gave away that extra rifle, pistol, or shotgun you have collecting dust in the safe?

Maybe your kids already own guns. Good, find someone who doesn't, but is interested and of legal age and status and "pass it on!"

Got a nice young couple next door? How about your kid's friends you met at the 4th of July cookout yesterday? What about your daughter's friend who lives alone?

Take them to the range, tell them you've got a gift for them, and... pass it on!

No sense in taking them to the grave where uncaring heirs sell them off, or, God forbid, give them to the gun buyback program.

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[taliv]

imho, youth are interested, can afford guns, but can't afford to shoot them

if you're going to pass along something, dip into that stash of ammo, or help teach them to reload

 

[jmr40]

Relative to inflation the cost of guns and ammo is cheaper today than at any other time in my 57 years on earth. Younger kids have more disposable income to buy guns and ammo than I did at their age, they choose to spend it differently.

The type of interest has changed. I grew up owning and shooting primarily hunting rifles and shotguns, but owned a few handguns in my early years. There was always a place to shoot. Many were probably illegal dump sites, abandoned bauxite mines or such places, but no one minded. Today people mind and will prosecute.

The primary interest among most younger shooters is geared more toward handguns and long guns intended for target, plinking or defense. The real challenge is finding a place to shoot at a fair price.

 

[bannockburn]

FireInCairo

Well average age not withstanding, I really don't think that the "sport" of owning guns is dying out. I know lots of younger people who are involved in various gun activities (collecting, hunting, self defense, target shooting, trap, skeet, sporting clays, etc.), and have let them use some of my guns as need be.

Besides that, even though I'm well over 50, I'm still not done playing with all of my guns yet! It's taken me a long time to get the ones I wanted and I'm going to enjoy them as long as I can. When the time comes that I can no longer use them I have a few guns set aside for certain family members and friends. After that I have specific instructions as to how the rest of my collection should be sold to get the most money for them.

 

[aarondhgraham]

Pass it on? Why not?

I'm 63 years old,,,
I have 54 fiery-arms and a will,,,
Just in case I croak sooner than expected.

But I do think I'll pass most of my guns on long before then

For one thing I want to see the reaction when I do.

I've given several pistols as gifts to college kids I've taught to shoot,,,
The look on their face is always something that is a joy to behold.




Imagine the look on some young persons face,,,
When I hand them a case containing a CZ-75B in 9mm,,,
And a matching CZ-75B Kadet in .22 LR along with extra mags and such.

The guns will come with letters I have already written,,,
Explaining why I chose them to receive the guns,,,
And my hopes that they keep and use them.

There will come a time when I can no longer enjoy shooting my guns,,,
I hope that is a long time away but it's as inevitable as taxes.

Why not get a big blast of enjoyment before I take the dirt nap.

Aarond

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[FireInCairo]

I'm 63 years old,,,
I have 54 fiery-arms and a will,,,
Just in case I croak sooner than expected.

But I do think I'll pass most of my guns on long before then

For one thing I want to see the reaction when I do.

I've given several pistols as gifts to college kids I've taught to shoot,,,
The look on their face is always something that is a joy to behold.




Imagine the look on some young persons face,,,
When I hand them a case containing a CZ-75B in 9mm,,,
And a matching CZ-75B Kadet in .22 LR along with extra mags and such.

The guns will come with letters I have already written,,,
Explaining why I chose them to receive the guns,,,
And my hopes that they keep and use them.

There will come a time when I can no longer enjoy shooting my guns,,,
I hope that is a long time away but it's as inevitable as taxes.

Why not get a big blast of enjoyment before I take the dirt nap.

Aarond

.

This is exactly what I'm talking about. Good for you. And, good for our country and our 2nd Amendment right!

 

[FireInCairo]

FireInCairo

Well average age not withstanding, I really don't think that the "sport" of owning guns is dying out. I know lots of younger people who are involved in various gun activities (collecting, hunting, self defense, target shooting, trap, skeet, sporting clays, etc.), and have let them use some of my guns as need be.

Besides that, even though I'm well over 50, I'm still not done playing with all of my guns yet! It's taken me a long time to get the ones I wanted and I'm going to enjoy them as long as I can. When the time comes that I can no longer use them I have a few guns set aside for certain family members and friends. After that I have specific instructions as to how the rest of my collection should be sold to get the most money for them.

If statistics say the average gun owner is 55 and older, then the sport is not growing, it's declining.

 

[HexHead]

Take them to the range, bring them to the FFL, and... pass it on!

What's with the "bring them to the FFL" part? In the Free America states we have a process known as a private transfer. If you want to sell/give someone a gun, you just sell/give it to them.

 

[buck460XVR]

The average gun owner is above 50.

In other words, the sport is dying!

I'm over 60 and I ain't dead yet.

I see a similar percentage of youth around here interested in firearms as I did when I was a youth. They and their folks have more spendable income than ever to spend on their hobbies. Our school district just entered into a state wide trap shooting league(something we never had when I was a youth). Participants in High School are eligible for a letter, those yet in Middle School have to wait. The numbers of kids that signed up for the league was more than any other sport in the district, this includes football. Many of those kids went out and bought a new shotgun just for the sole purpose of shooting trap. Most were high rib clay target specific shotguns that cost much more than your average WalMart Remington Express. When I go to my pubic range instead of my home range, I most always see youth there shooting not only shotguns, but rifles and handguns. Much more so than in years past. Used to be that was a sight you only witnessed the week or so before the gun deer season. Same goes for female shooters, both young and old. I see more of them at the range than ever before. I don't believe for a moment the sport is anywhere close to dying.

 

[joem1945]

After I am no more, all mine are to be auctioned off to the highest bidder. The proceeds are to be invested in a trust fund for my grandkids. Well maybe my retro AR15 might go to grandaughter that wants it now.

 

[FireInCairo]

What's with the "bring them to the FFL" part? In the Free America states we have a process known as a private transfer. If you want to sell/give someone a gun, you just sell/give it to them.

All I mean to suggest is to pass it on as state law allows (each state is different).

 

[FireInCairo]

It's a catchphrase: Pass it on!

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[berettaprofessor]

It could be that the average age is over 50 because it's an old persons thing. I never owned more that a single shot 22 before I was 45. Now I own more than most. Disposable income and all that.

 

[FireInCairo]

It could be that the average age is over 50 because it's an old persons thing. I never owned more that a single shot 22 before I was 45. Now I own more than most. Disposable income and all that.

I disagree.

 

[chicharrones]

imho, youth are interested, can afford guns, but can't afford to shoot them

Yep, that's the way it was when I was a young adult and my dad or grandpa quit supplying ammo.

I couldn't afford to shoot centerfires very often. Thank goodness for .22 LR back then.

 

[chicharrones]

I disagree.

Well, it will depend on the individual and what kind of money they make. Plus, are they raising a family or still paying for college, tech school, etc.?

When I got out of tech school way back, my school mates and myself made probably half as much as college grad friends I had. I'm sure it's about the same income divide these days.

 

[FireInCairo]

Well, Chich, we know that the dollar doesn't go as far as it did 30 years ago. We also know that the living wage has stagnated during that time.

The truth is, firearm ownership and sport-shooting are not a poor man's sport like fishing can be.

 

[ku4hx]

Passing Them On Now

I've been doing it for several years now, and have stated that here on more than one occasion. That happy look in their eyes followed by the shooting and all the pride-of-ownership comments is just a joy to experience. A whole new generation, my generation so to say, is enjoying right now the guns of my youth while I can enjoy them all over again in a new and satisfying manner.

The only "fly in the ointment" is my grandson. He stated aloud that granddad didn't give him any guns. To which my son said, "You're thirteen". His time is coming, it just might not be me doing the passing-on.

 

[Ironicaintit]

My dad was like that. Best gift giver ever! The majority of my collection is a credit to his generosity and foresight. He gave me a couple problem childs (cetme) but also some top shelf stuff (luger)
Im not an old guy yet (relatively speaking) but, I try to be the same way, too. I gave a very nice mosin 91 to a good friend, and sold others for pennies on the dollar to friends who werent in the best shape financially...because every man needs a good long rifle.
And my niece was moving out of town and was a bit worried about protection, so I gave her my hi-point 45. Their reputation isnt the greatest, but this one ate anything reliably.

I fully agree that important commodities such as these, should be passed on to knowingly deserving and appreciative people; instead of sold as distressed property, to someone you may not even have liked.

 

[FireInCairo]

I've been doing it for several years now, and have stated that here on more than one occasion. That happy look in their eyes followed by the shooting and all the pride-of-ownership comments is just a joy to experience. A whole new generation, my generation so to say, is enjoying right now the guns of my youth while I can enjoy them all over again in a new and satisfying manner.

The only "fly in the ointment" is my grandson. He stated aloud that granddad didn't give him any guns. To which my son said, "You're thirteen". His time is coming, it just might not be me doing the passing-on.

Awesome, thanks for doing your part.

 

[FireInCairo]

My dad was like that. Best gift giver ever! The majority of my collection is a credit to his generosity and foresight. He gave me a couple problem childs (cetme) but also some top shelf stuff (luger)
Im not an old guy yet (relatively speaking) but, I try to be the same way, too. I gave a very nice mosin 91 to a good friend, and sold others for pennies on the dollar to friends who werent in the best shape financially...because every man needs a good long rifle.
And my niece was moving out of town and was a bit worried about protection, so I gave her my hi-point 45. Their reputation isnt the greatest, but this one ate anything reliably.

I fully agree that important commodities such as these, should be passed on to knowingly deserving and appreciative people; instead of sold as distressed property, to someone you may not even have liked.

Excellent points, and thanks for your generosity.

 

[lysanderxiii]

Double post

 

[lysanderxiii]

The average gun owner is above 50.

In other words, gun ownership is shrinking, not growing!

Moreover, the average gun owner owns more guns than he can use at once. Would it be so bad if you gave away that extra rifle, pistol, or shotgun you have collecting dust in the safe?

Maybe your kids already own guns. Good, find someone who doesn't, but is interested and of legal age and status and "pass it on!"

Got a nice young couple next door? How about your kid's friends you met at the 4th of July cookout yesterday? What about your daughter's friend who lives alone?

Take them to the range, tell them you've got a gift for them, and... pass it on!

No sense in taking them to the grave where uncaring heirs sell them off, or, God forbid, give them to the gun buyback program.

Please share this link below on your facebook page. Let's get this movement viral

Click this link to share over social media:

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No, the average age of the gun owner is not 50. People 50 and older are more likely to own guns than younger people but not by much... The following is from a 2014 Pew study:

Age // percent owning guns
18 – 29 // 31 %
30 – 49 // 40 %
50 – 64 // 45 %
65+ // 38 %

The average age of the gun owner is probably around 39 to 42. (the median age of the US is 37)


(Just some interesting info on Buy-backs...

What is believed to have been the first gun buyback program was in Baltimore in 1974. Gun homicides and assaults actually rose during the two-month program, and it was deemed a failure, though no reason for the crime rate increase was given. Similar programs followed in other cities, including some cities that repeated their programs. However, no evaluation of such programs were published until 1994, after three researchers analyzed a 1992 buyback in Seattle, Washington. The study found that the "effect on decreasing violent crime and reducing firearm mortality is unknown.")

 

[leadcounsel]

I suspect that 50 years ago it would be uncommon for a 20 or 30 something woman to own a handgun for self defense. Today, I think it's quite common and I know a lot of women who own a gun for self defense.

As for passing them on, one of my girlfriends got a Ruger 9mm from an older co-worker as a gift. I thought that was really cool. Sort of a pass-it-on thing.

 

[FireInCairo]

No, the average age of the gun owner is not 50. People 50 and older are more likely to own guns than younger people but not by much... The following is from a 2014 Pew study:

Age // percent owning guns
18 – 29 // 31 %
30 – 49 // 40 %
50 – 64 // 45 %
65+ // 38 %

The average age of the gun owner is probably around 39 to 42. (the median age of the US is 37)


(Just some interesting info on Buy-backs...

What is believed to have been the first gun buyback program was in Baltimore in 1974. Gun homicides and assaults actually rose during the two-month program, and it was deemed a failure, though no reason for the crime rate increase was given. Similar programs followed in other cities, including some cities that repeated their programs. However, no evaluation of such programs were published until 1994, after three researchers analyzed a 1992 buyback in Seattle, Washington. The study found that the "effect on decreasing violent crime and reducing firearm mortality is unknown.")

I don't trust Pew studies. They're funded and run by leftists.

Look, we know 50+ gun owners usually have safes loaded with guns collecting dust. If they actively reached out to non-gun owners and offered them something it would spread the sport around and increase support for the 2nd Amendment.