Quote Originally Posted by BanginJimmy
I carry pretty much all the time. I learned how to handle a weapon in the military, but even that should not replace a formal gun handling course. I know it isnt right to force a 3 day course or anything, but a basic gun handling course is a must.

Think of it like a motorcycle safety course. Most people that I know that ride and have taken the course have said they learned something. Even the ones that have been riding for 10 years or more said they learned something.

absolutely. Majority of the self taught/ dad taught people were taught improperly. I have stopped going to the range on the weekends for this reason. Everyone thinks they know how to handle a weapon, when they dont. Very scary.

I too carry essentially all the time.
"owning a pistol makes you no more armed than owning a guitar makes you a musician" - Jeff Cooper. 100% true.