Delayed Primer Ignition – Hangfire
How long should you wait? Up to 30 seconds!
FIREARMS ACCIDENTS
One of the main objectives of firearms safety training is to reduce the incidence of firearm accidents. In reality, there are few incidents that can be identified as a firearms ACCIDENT. In almost every case at least one principle of the firearm safety rules will have been breached, regardless of rule set. It is essential that you, the firearms owner/user, are aware of YOUR responsibilities to:
- YOURSELF
- YOUR FAMILY
- FELLOW SHOOTERS
- AND TO THE COMMUNITY
Missilefish’s preferred 4 rules of gun safety:
Rule # 1
Treat all guns as if they are loaded.
Unloaded guns cause the more accidents than loaded ones. Always treat all guns as if they are loaded.
Never let the muzzle of a gun point at anything you do not want to destroy or kill.
This rule is especially important for those supervising novice shooters. When a child holds a rifle for example, if he hears a noise to the side, and turns his head, the weapon tends to follow. Similarly, if you make a great shot, and look back to brag to your friends, don’t let the weapon follow your gaze.
Keep your finger straight and off the trigger.
At all times you must keep your trigger finger straight, and off the trigger. Only once you have aimed and have your target in the sights should you permit your finger to gently rest on the trigger. This prevents accidental discharges should you stumble, trip, or be subjected to some unexpected event.
Be absolutely sure of your target, and what is behind it.
NRA’s 3 rules of gun safety:
This is the primary rule of gun safety. A “safe direction” means that the gun is pointed so that even if it were to go off it would not cause injury or damage. The key to this rule is to control where the muzzle or front end of the barrel is pointed at all times. Common sense dictates the safest direction, depending on different circumstances.
When holding a gun, people have a natural tendency to place their finger on the trigger. Don’t do it! Rest your finger on the trigger guard or along the side of the gun. Until you are actually ready to fire, do not touch the trigger.
Whenever you pick up a gun, immediately open the action and look into the chamber(s) which should be clear of ammunition. (If the gun has a magazine, remove it before opening the action and make sure it is empty.) If you do not know how to open the action or inspect the chamber(s), leave the gun alone and get help from someone who does.
