Taking my wife to range

[g2122]

I've finally talked my wife in going to the range tomorrow. She has never shot a handgun before. I keep telling her that I do not know anyone who has went shooting that did not enjoy it. Plus, there is all sorts of practical reasons she needs to know how to operate a handgun. Obviously, I want to ingrain in her head safety(no sweeping, muzzle control,finger out of trigger guard,ect..)

My softest shooting two handguns are the Glock 21sf and Beretta 92sf. I'm kind of leaning more toward the G21sf. Even though it recoils more than the Beretta, its operation is more simple. Any suggestions?

As for me, I'm shooting my Dad's Glock 20/ 10mm. So if anyone sees any mushroom explosions, it is just me shooting the 10mm.

[peejman]

If she's the shy type, rent a .22 at the range for her to plink with. Show her how to operate the gun(s) and let her dry fire them at home before you go. Make some custom targets with pictures she'd like to punch a few holes in (her boss, Martha Stewart, you, ...) If she's the competitive type, try a few drills to keep it interesting.

[Trekbike]

+1 to using a .22 to start out. That worked great for my wife and daughter.

As a side suggestion you may not want shoot during her first time out so you can give her your full attention. Or at least wait until she's done for the day.

[g2122]

Thanks Trekbike. We are going in separate cars so I can stay later. We are using big targets for her. I have a Giant bike btw.