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The Female Perspective

It is a well known fact that women feel reluctant to own guns. Well not all of them I know several women who own a gun and know how to use it. I however keep hearing women express the desire not to hear and see guns ever.

I guess it is somewhat natural but if we think of the number of attacks that are made on women I would really suggest women to open their eyes and be aware of the fact that having a gun would help them a lot in their ability to protect themselves.

I suppose part of the reluctance of women to own a gun and learn how to use it still comes from the expectation that they would always have a man that comes to their rescue.

The mademoiselle in distress and the man that comes to save her is a well known dream of many men and women and has been for many many years.

The truth is that in a world that is supposed to balance the roles of men and women, hanging on to the fantasy is really a bad idea.

As more women stop expecting the privilege to live in some romantic fantasy the rate of crimes against women would decrease.

Being victims is usually a matter of a state of mind and is the other side of the expectation that a charming savior would come rescue her and they'll live happily ever after.

Owning a gun and learning how to use it is an important step in growing up for many women. There is no reason why women won't try to defend themselves the way men do. The only reason is the cultural archaic assumption that being weak is a desirable, adorable characteristic. One that would allow for true love.

There is a lot to analyze and discuss on the issue of gender relations and preconditioning the influence they have on the attitudes to the issue of gun ownership and rights. But the most important thing is to realize that the desire to be saved, rescued and to feel safe by the man in our lives means also that we agree to be weak and victims.

Women the fantasy doesn't worth it. Allow yourself to be responsible on your own safety and you'll find that your partner in life can be much more than a savior. He can be a real friend.

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As a firearms instructor and

As a firearms instructor and husband of a accomplished shooter, I have found that most females who wish to be trained are a joy to train! They mostly do not feel the need to prove themselves and are more willing to learn. The real drawback is that most women are not sure if they can shot someone, and that is the most dangerous place to be in my opinion. Other than that, almost every female students and shooters I've had the pleasure to meet have been excellent addition to our sport.

As a Husband and Father

While on post deployment leave my wife and I have gone to the range weekly. She went from a near panic attack the first time to asking whne we are going back. I think its important for her be comfortable with the gun she has as well as mine, just didn't expect her to get bit by the shooting bug. She enjoys it and has the confidence in herself and the gun if a situation arises now.
She actually shot a Glock 21 and loved it.

Bill Bellomy
SFC, USA

  • By billtam14 at 2008-09-13 23:25
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