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- Ruger Mark III. This small handgun is a fun and easy-to-use firearm for young shooters. This semi-auto pistol is available in four varieties: Standard, Target, Competition, and Hunter.
- Remington Model 870 Express Compact Jr. The Remington Model 870 Express Compact Jr. is an enjoyable gun for young shooters who wants to enjoy a full-size firearm.
- Henry Repeating Arms H001. This .22LR rifle is a great choice for a child to learn to shoot on. It features a 15-round capacity on the LR variant, 7 rounds in the L model, and 21 rounds in the S version.
- Mossberg Model 505 Youth All-Purpose. This awesome pump-action shotgun comes with a 12-inch length-of-pull that has a variety of barrel lengths from 18.5 inches to 24 inches.
- Choosing The Right Gun
- Seeking Out A Neutral Instructor
- Seeking Out A Competent Community Instructor
- Keep Your Child Socially Connected
- Understand Why You Want Your Children to Learn About Guns
When you are choosing gun models for a child to learn on, never forget that there is no such thing as a “toy”gun. If a device can deliver a projectile, it must be handled with respect and consideration. With that in mind, here are the guns and ammo caliber choices that I have found work best for youths:
As a boy, my father refused to teach me how to shoot, even though he was more than capable. I was surprised to find that some rural community dwellers shared the reasons that he gave me: 1. A parent might forgive or overlook dangerous actions. 2. Even minor coddling can lead to injury or death for someone later on. 3. An experienced instructor will...
Most people today don’t live in a town where gun traditions have been handed down for centuries. The following groups will be of help no matter where you live:
Responsible gun ownership, gun safety, and good marksmanship are all lifelong journeys. Practicing good habits and remaining in contact with suitable peers is necessary. Here are some programs and suggestions that can help your child stay on the right track now and for life:
When I ask parents why they want their children to have a gun, I am often met with silence. Some may say they want their child to take part in a sport. Others say they want their child to be able to hunt for food. Most parents will not say they are worried about rising crime rates, yet this is a valid reason to learn how to use a gun. No parent wan...
- Ruger 10/22 Compact: $268 via Brownells. America’s most beloved .22 rifle is a great beginner gun in any of its many configurations. With a 16.5-inch barrel, the compact version is easier for kids to handle.
- Savage Mark I Youth: $216 via Brownells. This sweet little bolt action with a 10-round capacity is an excellent scaled-down version of Savage’s full size rifles.
- Henry Mini Bolt: $238 via 1800GunsAndAmmo. Weighing in at just 3.25 pounds, this bolt gun is a surprise to some, coming from a company that’s known ore for their excellent lever action rifles.
- CZ 455 Scout: $319 via 1800GunsAndAmmo. The CZ 455 is a neat piece for a young shooter. It ships with a single-shot adapter, but you can get 5- and 10-round magazines for it, too.
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- Crickett Rifle. When each of my children were born, my local gun store gifted each of them with their first rifles. Those little guns were made by Crickett, pink stocks for the girls and camo laminate for my son.
- Winchester Wildcat. A bolt action fire can get a bit boring for a child, especially a teenager. Winchester’s Wildcat is a compact and lightweight semi-automatic .22 LR.
- Henry Golden Boy Youth. There isn’t much more American than a lever-action rifle, especially one made by a company that prides itself in making everything here in the U.S.A.
- Ruger Precision Rimfire. Long-range shooting has become incredibly popular in past years and young shooters aren’t immune to its challenging appeal. Ruger’s Precision Rimfire combines all of the features of its centerfire Precision in a lighter, more compact and less-expensive format.
Mini Bolt Youth .22 S/L/LR. The Official Youth Rifle of the USA Shooting Team. We have no doubt a Henry Mini Bolt Youth .22 is the perfect rifle for introducing youngsters to shooting and hunting. Of course, we’re just a little biased. So go ahead and talk to the knowledgeable folks on the USA Shooting Olympic Team.
Oct 11, 2023 · Learn about the best firearms for kids to start shooting and hunting at an early age. Compare features, benefits, and factors of different models of handguns, shotguns, and rifles.
Whether you want to get your child into hunting or want to teach them the importance of self-defense, Impact Guns has youth guns for sale that will start your kids out right. Give them a gun and watch them start to enjoy a whole new world. Some of our most popular options are our youth hunting rifles for sale.
