I could just imagine some idiot going into a LGS buying a new handgun, and never having fired it, or any weapon for that matter, and going out in the street with it. Come on I'm a Lifetime member of the NRA, and I could see the danger of someone who has no knowledge of a firearm obtaining one. IMHO that person would definitely be a danger to himself and others, especially after watching some of the shows on TV. Believe me having been a CCW instructor for the past 15 years, I've seen some real bozo's handle every thing from a .380-.45acp, who never had any training in the use of a firearm. Needless to say I've recommended they take a Firearm Familiarizing class first prior to applying for a CCW. I do appreciate there enthusiasm for trying to protect themselves and others, however proper training with the use of a firearm is paramount to a safe handling of the firearm.
