My dad is still around, but at 86, he is starting to "take care" of a few things. He gave me his dad's Parker shotgun, his own Savage pump shotgun and a S&W model 17 that I learned to shoot handguns with when I was young, along with a High Standard Sport King. He bought me my first rifle, a Marlin Glenfield .22 bolt action that I still have.

My dad worked at the old Springfield Armory, just across the river from where I am typing this. He made sure my brother & I were taught firearm safety from an early age. Mom was in complete agreement. He has a few Smiths around him "just in case". I bought my mom a Ruger SR22 when they first came out.

I bought my son a Henry .22 when they first came out. Every kid should receive a big long box under the Christmas tree. My daughter received a Browning .22 rifle when it was her turn.