Women Firearm Owners on the Rise

23 percent of the customers who have gravitated to retail firearm and ammo shops in recent years are women.  This is up from 13 percent in 2005, according to recent Gallup poll data.  The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), reported in their January info-graphic that of the twenty-one million established target shooters, women comprised 30 percent.

Firearm Safety Organizations

USA Today reported that along with the rise in both female firearm ownership and target shooters, comes a growing number of women taking classes on firearm safety and self-defense.  A nationwide organization called The Well Armed Woman caters to women by introducing them to target practice and personal self-defense.  The organization’s motto is, “where feminine and firearms meet.”   

As part of the National Rifle Association of America (NRA), the Women on Target® is another organization that caters to female firearm owners.  The organization provides instructional shooting clinics that are primarily focused on teaching the importance of firearm safety and confidence when shooting.   

    

Firearm Industry and Women

The women’s market is very real, and is poised for rapid growth with plenty of manufactures making products specifically aimed at women.  Products options include aesthetically pleasing colors, smaller sizes and elements to reduce fatigue.  There are pink ammo rifles, pink shotguns and more.  Purses with holsters have also been specifically designed for women with conceal-carry permits.    

Smith & Wesson, was the first manufacture to recognize the potential for the women’s market, and today offers many different firearms for the women owner including revolvers and rifles.  One such model is the Smith& Wesson M442 Airweight Revolver (#150469).  This model features a unique Scandium Alloy high-strength frame, which allows for the lightest revolver capable of greater recoil and performance.   

However, the industry is not stopping there.  Proper fitting clothing, accessories and even bedazzled hats are also being manufactured from hunting apparel companies.  While these products - firearms and apparel - may not have been seen in past generations over even a few years ago, manufactures (as mentioned) are definitely now embracing female owners.    

     

Why Own a Firearm?

The vast majority of women firearm owners say that having a gun in their possession – whether on their body or close by – makes them feel safer.  Other specific reasons for their owning a firearm includes:

• ·        Protection
• ·        Gun Control
• ·        Economy
• ·        Independence
• ·        Hunting
• ·        Target/Sport Shooting

For more information on the references used in this blog, please click on the links above.  If you would like to learn more regarding the availability of women firearms, be sure to contact us at (888) 549-8802 or visit our website at www.firearms4u.com.

Shooting Competitions - Skiing

 

 This takes shooting to a whole new level! Watch this unique shooting competition that involves skiing. This short clip teaches you about the importance of learning and understanding the in's and out's of your firearm. If you are wanting to increase the degree of difficulty when it comes to target practice, it may be time to add in a competition. "The Beginner's Guide to Shooting Competitions" series takes you through a variety of matches to help you find an event that's right for you. Take a look at this video and let us know if you decided to choose one of these competitions.

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New Ammunition Test Footage

 

Check out this video and leave a comment with your thoughts! We found this ammo to be extremely interesting and really unique. This video is accumulative clips from test footage for this ammo. Do you see this ammunition being something that is practical for regular handgun use?  Comment below!

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Hunting Scent Sticks

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We appreciate that many of our followers are avid hunters! Which is why we are excited to share with you some of our most popular hunting “Must-Have’s.” The kind of products you will need for your hunting trip will depend largely on what season you are going hunting and what animal you are looking to hunt. To find out more detail about seasonal hunting visit Arizona Game and Fish Department.
While on the hunting prowl, we have found that attracting animals to your location is half the battle. That is why we have a vast supple of Hunting Scent Sticks available. These products are easy to use and they are extremely cost effective. You can create any specific scent you want, in order to lure in your prey.




For more information on Hunting Scent Sticks visit us at: FIREARMS FOR YOU

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ATF Compliant Electronic Logbooks

We have a new product that we have been working on for the last couple months.  We have developed one of the best online ATF compliant electronic logbook systems.

Our system allow for Personal use, C&R collectors, and FFL dealers.  Each system allow the user to setup and log their inventories to a safe, secure, and fully backed up systems.  We have some features that allow you to upload photos, invoices, or forms under the record entry, allowing for virtually paperless record keeping.

If you are buying and selling firearms or you just want a safe and secure place to keep track of your personal inventory, the Logbooks For Guns is exactly what you need.  We offer a great monthly pricing to personal, C&R collectors, or FFL Dealers.

One advantage of have your inventories online with Logbooks For Gun, is traceability of firearms, for one filing police reports, insurance claims, and/or for personal knowledge of what you own.

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Where To Put Your Gun Safe

Whether you consider yourself a hunter or simply a gun enthusiast if you own a gun, or several guns, it is important to have a gun safe to keep your guns in.  There are many reasons to own a gun safe and the most important is safety.  Since gun safes are mainly used for security and safety it is important to have your gun safe placed in a correct area of your home.
   
The size of your safe will determine the range of places you can put it.  The larger the safe the more difficult it becomes in putting the safe in a basement or attic.  Also, many safes have unique doors that only open to a certain degree.  You must keep this in mind when placing your gun safe in your home.
   
Advice that is second to none when placing your gun safe is keeping it out of your children's reach.  Even though it is a safe, you want to keep your safe in a place where kids don't have access to it.  There are too many accidents involving children and guns to take chances when placing your gun safe.
   
A gun safe can be used to store more than just guns so usually your bedroom is a good place for a safe, depending on what you are storing inside.  Also keep in mind that it is smart to place your safe away from windows so that your house does not become a target.
   
There are many factors to be considered when placing your gun safe but none are more important than safety.  Be sure to keep your safe somewhere that will keep you and your family the most safe and secure.

Gun Safety and Safety Accessories

If you have a gun, you should keep it safe to avoid tragedy happening with family members and children.   In the United States alone, over 500 kids die yearly from accidental gunshots. When finding a gun, some children shoot themselves while others kill friends. Either way, it's a tragedy that can be prevented.

Unfortunately, not all people are aware of this and don't think that guns are dangerous. At present, Americans own 200 million firearms and 35 percent of homes contain at least one gun. But a recent study conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that more than 1.7 million children reside in homes that have loaded and unlocked guns.

If you believe your kid won't find your gun, you're greatly mistaken. A study published in the Archives of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine found that 39 percent of kids knew where their parent's guns were stored and 22 percent said they had handled the weapons without their parents' knowledge. The study found that kids as young as five have played with guns.

To prevent accidents, store your guns in a safe place. One gun safety accessory you should have is a gun safe. This is a good place to safely store your firearms and protect family and friends from accidentally mishandling your weapons. Gun safes can also protect your weapons and valuables from theft, weather disasters and fire damage. 

To organize your gun collection in your safe, get a pistol rack. This can be placed on the shelves of the gun safe to keep your pistols in a neat and tidy row. Some pistol organizers have holsters that can be attached to the inside of the gun safe door. This will make it easy for you to browse your collection.