5 Things you MUST know before buying your first firearm

1. Treat every firearm as if it is loaded.
2. Always point the firearm in a safe direction.
3. Keep your finger outside the trigger guard until you have made the conscious decision to fire.
4. Always know your target and what's beyond it.
5. Always store your firearms unloaded.

Every firearm owner and especially those who are interested in becoming an owner of a firearm should be able to recite these rules off the top of your head. Firearms are unique tools that serve many purposes: defense, recreation, hunting, ect...They can also be dangerous when not respected in their entirety. Memorizing and implementing these 5 simple rules not only gives you the ability to educate others but could also potentially save your life.