So I am curious how many PFers own firearms here.

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The discussion revolves around firearm ownership among forum members, with participants sharing their collections, including various rifles, handguns, and shotguns. Many express a desire for specific models, such as the H-Bar or HK 91, while discussing their shooting practices, including target shooting and hunting experiences. Some members mention challenges in accessing ranges due to location and personal disabilities, while others highlight the enjoyment of shooting and modifications to their firearms. The conversation also touches on nostalgia for past collections and the evolution of personal preferences in firearms. Overall, the thread showcases a diverse range of interests and experiences related to firearms among the participants.
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apeiron said:
For what it's worth, I agree. This whole conversation is another fascinating reminder of the cultural gulfs that can exist in this world.

Where I live, guns for hunting would be socially acceptable - but I hardly know anyone who does, and owning a gun does make them seem a little "weird". It is like they are into S+M or something.

Allowing people to own guns purely designed for killing people just seems sick. Detached from reality. Who would want to own a people-killer? I mean why?

Darwin obviously never visited your island
 
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apeiron said:
Allowing people to own guns purely designed for killing people just seems sick. Detached from reality. Who would want to own a people-killer? I mean why?

As I understand the main argument behind is that you can protect yourself. It is not an convincing argument.

Further, I don't believe that there is any correlation between gun ownership in a nation and death due to shootings.
 
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Ignorant_twit said:
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Look at the deaths for motor vehicles if you really want your mind blown.

Ha, great cartoon!
 
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I'm afraid that this thread has veered off topic from the original topic of discussing guns for gun enthusiasts to discussions of using them to kill humans. The former is fine, the latter is not.
 

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