Posted on 03/29/2015 12:07:04 PM PDT by E. Pluribus Unum
Her ex-husband walked through two restraining orders and she was fearful that the ‘next time’ he would kidnap their 6 year-old daughter.
Her stalker made himself known and she felt her safety threatened, not only when she was out, but in her own home because he told her he knows where she lives.
A year ago she testified in court against an attacker and was just informed that he was being released.
She was walking to her car from work and was badly beaten and her handbag stolen.
When people reference women joining the firearms community, I regularly see and hear a lot of patronization and marketing that represents and attempts to sell the ‘fun’ aspects of shooting. These companies, instructors, and the community are missing the reality of why a lot of women decide to take on the responsibility of gun ownership and conceal carry, and it’s not the availability of pink and purple pistols. Every week another woman tells me her shocking story of how she became a victim or feels like her sense of safety has been compromised.
It’s unfortunate that it has to take an actual incident to finally turn women onto the idea of personal protection, but on a positive note, most women understand that firearms training is paramount and they will not purchase a gun and arm themselves without knowledge first. Sadly, many obtain their recommendations from incompetent sources, which can create a negative introduction to firearms. This frequent misguided advice, can ultimately create additional apprehension and anxiety.
One of the other issues that arises through these situations, is that there’s typically a sense of urgency to purchase and train immediately. The threat is now real and staring them in the face. These women are frustrated by the fact that they cannot speed up the process because they have no idea what to do in the meantime to defend themselves. They feel powerless and vulnerable against their threat. These women not only need firearms training, but less than lethal options should be introduced so they have realistic tools they can use prior to being proficient with their firearm. Through this training they also should understand that less than lethal options should always be considered because the firearm is always the last resort.
Yes, some women would like to learn about guns because their spouse has an arsenal and she feels like she needs to familiarize herself with firearm safety. Yes, some women want to experience the sport, and yes, some may organize a girl’s night at the range to learn how to shoot together, however this is not the majority. I am waiting for the firearms community to accept the idea that most women who enter into the world of gun ownership want to protect themselves and/or their family because they feel threatened and through that experience, their power has been taken. With domestic violence statistics continuing to rise, we need to address some of these social issues and take action to educate, prevent and partner with organizations working to make a difference. The majority of women should be purchasing firearms for sport, not because they need to defend themselves from their spouse or significant other. The color of the gun is of little concern.
Jody Maki is a NRA Training Counselor and Certified Pistol Instructor, Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification Instructor, Maryland Qualified Handgun Instructor and Personal Safety Trainer
Maybe not, but the pink ones are cool!
That is because they are trying to get women involved before they are in desperate need.
If a women is already involved in shooting and owns guns she is ready when storm clouds gather.
Many years ago my wife was asked by her family why she wanted a gun. Her reply was and is epic: “Because ‘they’ don’t want me to have one.”
We have a younger teenage female relative who is a successful deer hunter, wild turkey hunter and waterfowl huntress.
When I have shown photos of her with her latest kills, the responses from conservative men and women has been positive and often with a “Good she can defend herself!”
Surprisingly, some lib women have said the same re self defense.
I look forward to the day when more women purchase firearms because they were raised around guns and peace through strength is an adequate motivation.
"Well regulated militia" my a$$.
That’s a beautiful picture - thank you for posting it!
That’s Ann Barnhardt, just in case you don’t already know.
Regards,
GtG
I was at the range this morning and met a newly inducted member of the club and his sister. She had just taken her concealed carry class and was doing some practicing. I’m 6’4” and this lady was right up there with me and strong looking to boot. She had her a 10MM Glock too. My kind of babe.
She lived under a bridge for a while or so her story goes.
Old woman shoots MP40 Machine gun
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dooGrI0FHkU
I carry a Beretta Tomcat in .32 cal loaded with Glaser Safeties and Hydra-shocks. The guy would be pi$$ing through a new tube if he attacked ....
I personally don’t have a .32 and never even shot one. The .32 is a pretty weak round, but I can see the appeal of the small Tomcat. I considered one myself, but found I can pocket carry a small .40 when I am not IWB carrying a .45 ACP. If I were carrying a .32 I would not trust the penetration of the Glasers. I would alternate FMJ with the Hydra-Shocks because a Glaser against a 350 lb attacker may only hit fat. Many people say 9mm or 38 spl should be the minimum for self defense. I think the modern .380 ammo made for self defense is good enough. A .32 with ammo that penetrates well is not so bad, but shot placement is always key with any caliber. Gun color? I do not care. Oh, I liked your home page, especially you taking a selfie with a kangaroo!
Twelve feet or less the .32 will mess up your day. I do alternate Glaser's with Hydra-shocks with the HS as the first round followed by the GS's. And at twelve feet a head shot no matter how big or fat they are they're going down. Then too, I'd be aiming for the crotch. And I practice. The IDF urban snipers targets the knees first then the crotch area then the head. And they use Ruger 10/22's
R/Janey
Women with Firearms,,,
HOT!
Aussie Sheila,,,Dang ,
hold me back!
Been to Brisbane many times,
share a plate of Bugs?
I will just come out and say it:: I do not like pink guns. I do not like any color that some marketing company has come up with to sell “the little ladies” a gun.
Imaginary marketing proposal meeting:
“Hey, I know, let’s make the guns fun colors! Then the ladies will all buy them, cos you know girls are just about coordinating their colors and nothing says “girl” like pink!”
So, the manufacturers are pandering down to us, putting us at the same level we were when we picked out our first Barbie (I never had a Barbie-my brothers would have just decapitated her and we all would have used her for target practice).
The GMs think we’re so stupid, we only consider the color of the gun, not the reason we are purchasing the gun. We (ladies) need to think long and hard about what that gun can do, and what we will do to use it. (hint: you can not shoot just to “wing” someone. You have to be prepared to KILL someone. Hopefully, you’ll take a little time to wrap your head around that before you head off to the gun shop)
Best color for a gun: black. Holders: whatever color you like. Purse: JUST SAY NO TO THE PURSE. If you really really think hard about what your gun can do, there is no way you would want it in something that can be taken from you. On body carry is the best.
Oh, and the other thing I have against pink guns? I’m a breast cancer survivor, so to me pink means something else. It represents a time in my life when I had no control. When I was a victim.
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