{"id":2227,"date":"2020-11-04T16:49:20","date_gmt":"2020-11-04T23:49:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ftknox.com\/?p=2227"},"modified":"2020-11-05T12:12:29","modified_gmt":"2020-11-05T19:12:29","slug":"safe-gun-habits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ftknox.com\/safe-gun-habits\/","title":{"rendered":"New Gun Owners Can Be Safe By Practicing Good Habits"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ftknox.com\/tips-for-first-time-gun-buyers\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">first-time gun owner<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can be exciting but also a little unnerving at the same time. This is completely normal and expected, and the good news is there are plenty of resources and training courses to help you understand proper gun safety when handling and storing your gun. The more you practice handling your guns, the more confidence you\u2019ll gain along the way, and you\u2019ll feel much safer as a result.\u00a0 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ftknox.com\/shop\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fort Knox safes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offer maximum protection for your guns from fire, theft, or other unauthorized access, as well as to help keep them in great condition with proper care. Learn several of the most basic safe gun habits for first-time gun owners, as well as what storage system may be the best for your situation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Handling Firearms Safely As A New Gun Owner<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New gun owners can find plenty of resources online about how to handle a firearm safely. However, putting those resources into practice is the only way you\u2019ll increase your comfort level. Consider signing up for gun safety courses so you can touch and feel various guns and increase your confidence in handling them with a professional by your side. If you don\u2019t have any courses available in your area, you can also work with a friend or family member who has more experience handling guns to help you put words into action. Some of the basic <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ftknox.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gun safety<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> practices new gun owners should always remember include:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Never touching the trigger until the gun is ready to be fired<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always keeping the firearm pointed away in a safe direction<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treating every gun as if it\u2019s loaded<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding what is beyond your intended target when aiming<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t point your gun at any targets you don\u2019t intend to shoot at<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wear appropriate ear and eye protection<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Never modify or alter your gun in any way<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clean the barrel of the gun before each use<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Store your gun and ammunition properly<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t use alcohol or drugs while operating firearms<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Caring For And Storing Firearms<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keeping your firearms clean and polished not only preserves them for years to come, but also maintains their performance and can prevent accidents from happening. Invest in the proper tools to clean different components of your gun. Even the smallest pieces of debris could cause the bullet to go off track and hit an unintended target inadvertently. Wiping down your guns gently with a lubricant can also help ensure the metal components remain free of rust and stay in great shape.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you don\u2019t have a way to secure your firearms, then it\u2019s time to look into safes and vaults right away. A Fort Knox vault can protect your firearms and ammunition from fire damage or theft, as well as keep your guns in great shape. First-time gun owners need to understand the severity of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ftknox.com\/what-to-look-for-when-choosing-a-handgun-for-home-defense-and-why-storing-it-in-the-right-pistol-box-is-important\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gun storage<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and keeping guns and ammunition out of reach of children. The best gun safe will have key locks or other reliable locking mechanisms, so it\u2019s virtually impossible for children or other unauthorized people to enter the vault and access your guns. Store your guns with the barrel pointing straight up or straight down for the safest storage solution.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Is It Illegal To Not Store Guns In A Safe?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New gun owners often wonder what laws are in place regarding gun storage. Federal laws don\u2019t have strict regulations for gun storage solutions unless the firearms are being sold or transferred. However, at the state level, some states are stricter than others and require that all guns be locked in a gun safe. Most states follow federal regulations, so gun owners have the freedom to choose where they store their guns. It\u2019s still highly recommended not to use basic portable gun cases as a storage solution and opt instead for a secure gun safe to protect yourself and your family.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Protect Yourself And Your Family With A Quality Gun Safe<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A common concern many first-time gun owners have is how they will keep themselves and their families safe with a gun in the house. Fort Knox safes provide the most secure options for gun owners so they can have peace of mind knowing their family, property, and firearms are protected. This goes for ammunition as well since it should be stored in a fireproof gun safe not visible for children or other unauthorized people. Practicing safe gun habits and prioritizing <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ftknox.com\/fort-knox-difference\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gun storage solutions<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can help every new gun owner feel confident in their ability to protect their family and prevent accidents from occurring with guns.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fort Knox offers the highest quality gun storage solutions you\u2019ll find anywhere. The difference is in the quality, protection, and craftsmanship, which they are so confident in that they offer a comprehensive lifetime warranty on every gun safe purchased from them. Everything from the locking mechanisms to the humidity control and the fire protection goes through a meticulous process during manufacturing to ensure every unit is the highest quality possible. If you\u2019re ready to add some peace of mind and keep your firearms as secure as possible, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ftknox.com\/vault-builder\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">build and price<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> your Fort Knox vault today.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ftknox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/Safe-Gun-Habits.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" size-full wp-image-2228 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ftknox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/Safe-Gun-Habits.png\" alt=\"Safe-Gun-Habits\" width=\"800\" height=\"2846\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Being a first-time gun owner can be exciting but also a little unnerving at the same time. 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