The first handgun I shot, which took place in a lesson, was a SA revolver. I recently purchased a Ruger Wrangler for practice, and in case I ever introduce a novice to shooting. I like how the SA slows one down, allowing one to concentrate on technique. It also takes .22 short (as does my Henry), which has about as low recoil & report possible.

I originally came across posts & student essays on your field trips a few years back, and think they are a great introduction and immersion no matter the particular guns.

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This is a great idea. If I had enough time at the range it would be great to have students shoot their way through the history of firearms. Someone recently suggested having them shoot a 1911 pistol to appreciate how magazine-fed semi-automatic pistols are an “old” technology. So to have them shoot a 19th century gun you can load on Sunday and shoot all week would be amazing. The only challenge is the small amount of time we have at the range. Will let this idea percolate more, though. Thanks.

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Nothing beats a Henry, and the company’s marketing & promotion includes support for numerous good causes. A direct appeal to Mr. Imperato might bear fruit.

https://www.henryusa.com/contact-henry-repeating/

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