Knightrider03m
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I will never lend my guns out to anyone but my parents. I wouldn't even lend it to my brother.
how many people lend their guns
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oldRoger
US Veteran
I have two friends that I would lend a gun to if asked, I am equally certain they would lend me a gun if I asked for one. I am just as certain that neither of them would ask to borrow one, nor would I ask them.
So in my case I would say that the kind of person I would lend to will never ask.
We do freely shoot each others guns at the range, and have planned together several times to bring along the right guns for new shooters.
So in my case I would say that the kind of person I would lend to will never ask.
We do freely shoot each others guns at the range, and have planned together several times to bring along the right guns for new shooters.
rangemaster
Member
sounds to me like you need to be more selective on whom you loan things to.
I personally have three (3) guns loaned out. My rookie has had my winchester 1200 house-gun for about three years.
One of my former co-workers (female) from before I was a LEO has a Beretta 92 and a Ruger MK1 since her husband has been deployed to Iraq.
My rule of thumb has been loan to those who are deserving.
I personally have three (3) guns loaned out. My rookie has had my winchester 1200 house-gun for about three years.
One of my former co-workers (female) from before I was a LEO has a Beretta 92 and a Ruger MK1 since her husband has been deployed to Iraq.
My rule of thumb has been loan to those who are deserving.
I don't lend my wife, nor dogs. I would lend my guns to my son, but he has more than a big, big gun safe full son I don't guess I have to do that either.
That's about the only person I'd loan my guns to since my dad died.
Rule 303
That's about the only person I'd loan my guns to since my dad died.
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BigRich315
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I'll lend just about anything I have... as long as I go with it. I don't let anything out of my sight unless I KNOW it'll come back the same as it left (that's a very short list). I also know that stuff happens: there has been a couple incidents but the items were quickly repaired/replaced with no trouble.
Guns? Aside from a hunting rifle to my Dad or a brother I've never lent one, even then I was often with them. Although there was the time I had trouble getting my P3AT back from my Dad, he really liked it
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I've only been asked one other time but I was certain the person had no business with a gun, it would only have lead to trouble.
Guns? Aside from a hunting rifle to my Dad or a brother I've never lent one, even then I was often with them. Although there was the time I had trouble getting my P3AT back from my Dad, he really liked it
.I've only been asked one other time but I was certain the person had no business with a gun, it would only have lead to trouble.
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Snapping Twig
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Here in sunny Kalifornia, if a woman was in fear of her life, known well to me and totally trustworthy, I'd be... er... we'd both be felons for me loaning her a gun.
Stupid really, but it does go a long way to avoid some of the incidents I read here where someone damages your firearm if you can't loan it out by law.
Pre idiocy laws here, it was common to loan a gun to a friend to go to the range or hunt. I did it.
Stupid really, but it does go a long way to avoid some of the incidents I read here where someone damages your firearm if you can't loan it out by law.
Pre idiocy laws here, it was common to loan a gun to a friend to go to the range or hunt. I did it.
I learned as a kid not to lend stuff out. Because it usually came back broken, if it even came back at all! My parents tried to teach me to "share" my stuff, but after enough of it came back broken/didn't come back, they decided that I was right and that was enough of that. I still lend to/borrow stuff from a few family members and neighbors (tools and things), but I don't think I could ever lend out a gun.
Though I suppose I didn't lend it out, but one of my cousin's was kind enough to leave my Daisy pump pellet gun out in the grass for a whole winter... Ruined it. It used to be left in the barn (it was the 90s and life was still different even then, I guess). I really liked that gun, too...
Though I suppose I didn't lend it out, but one of my cousin's was kind enough to leave my Daisy pump pellet gun out in the grass for a whole winter... Ruined it. It used to be left in the barn (it was the 90s and life was still different even then, I guess). I really liked that gun, too...
gunlovingirl
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Loan one of my guns? Nope. I've become like the OP. I can't begin to count the number of books (and money) I've "lent" and never got back. I have one or two good friends that I'll loan to, but other than that, no.
kenpofan
US Veteran
The only Firearm ,I can't account for, was loaned to a member of my wifes family ( her Aunt ) .
I've not seen that single action colt for over twenty years..
So as of now no !!!
I've not seen that single action colt for over twenty years..
So as of now no !!!
7shooter
Member
When I was a kid my brother and I got antelope licenses by the North Dakota lottery. Thet were hard to come by in those days. We didn't have a rifle that would work for antelope so a friened of our Dads lent us his 30-06 bolt action. We took it to the gravel pit and fired three rounds and then headed for the ranch of my Dads WWII buddy. My brother got sick so I got to shoot two antelopes that day. Also this last year one of my grandsons was starting to shoot in competion and was having trouble getting my 22 pistol to function reliably ( it turned out to be picky about ammo ). Two guys I shoot with brought their guns to the next meet to let him use for the season if he liked. The older I get the kinder I think most people are.
sigp220.45
US Veteran
Of course I would, to good friends and family. I've done it in the past, and will do it again, I'm sure.
Guns are just wood and steel (or plastic). They're not more important than family and friends.
A hunting buddy and I once turned in a notorious poacher when we got the goods on him taking a giant bull elk from a game preserve where only deer hunting was allowed (which is what we were doing). He got some threatening phone calls (for which the poacher was also convicted) and wanted to borrow something a little more concealable than his 7mm magnum. I loaned him my 2 inch Model 12 and a box of .38 ammo and I got it back when the trial was over.
I've loaned my brothers guns over the years, and I'm pretty sure they gave them all back.
Guns are just wood and steel (or plastic). They're not more important than family and friends.
A hunting buddy and I once turned in a notorious poacher when we got the goods on him taking a giant bull elk from a game preserve where only deer hunting was allowed (which is what we were doing). He got some threatening phone calls (for which the poacher was also convicted) and wanted to borrow something a little more concealable than his 7mm magnum. I loaned him my 2 inch Model 12 and a box of .38 ammo and I got it back when the trial was over.
I've loaned my brothers guns over the years, and I'm pretty sure they gave them all back.
Duke426
Member
The only person I would trust with my firearms is my father. However, he has his own collection and we don't feel a need to borrow from each other.
Don't ever loan anything you can't afford to lose...money, guns, cars, tools, women, dogs etc. Stick to that principle and a lot of headaches can be avoided.
Don't ever loan anything you can't afford to lose...money, guns, cars, tools, women, dogs etc. Stick to that principle and a lot of headaches can be avoided.
It's a good way to loose a good friend...when it come back in poor shape...it could cost you a friendship. I don't loan friends money either for fear they won't have the means to pay it back...them I out the money and a friend or family member. So if I can afford it...I will make it a gift. But no loans. If you are particular about you things and I am about mine...just be careful.
Had a case where a fellow loaned his SKS to a buddy.
Buddy then got involved with some other folks and when we arrived it was an aggravated assault call.
Buddy went to jail, SKS went to property and evidence. For four (4) years.
Case was finally resolved, and fellow was very lucky that the SKS was not destroyed.
When I left property and evidence we had at least four (4) or five (5) cases where folks had loaned guns and they were used in various offenses.
I rarely, and do mean rarely loan firearms.
Loaned a Model 19 2 1/2" to a fellow officer many years ago, and when he returned it it was a mess. Rarely loan guns any more.
Buddy then got involved with some other folks and when we arrived it was an aggravated assault call.
Buddy went to jail, SKS went to property and evidence. For four (4) years.
Case was finally resolved, and fellow was very lucky that the SKS was not destroyed.
When I left property and evidence we had at least four (4) or five (5) cases where folks had loaned guns and they were used in various offenses.
I rarely, and do mean rarely loan firearms.
Loaned a Model 19 2 1/2" to a fellow officer many years ago, and when he returned it it was a mess. Rarely loan guns any more.
G.T. Smith
US Veteran
guns, chainsaws and lawnmowers
I will loan about anything except my lawnmowers, chainsaws, or GUNS. They are the types of tools that are easily damaged if not used and maintained properly. Not everyone does that and it can lead to hard feelings down the road. don't want no hard feelings with anyone.
gordon
I will loan about anything except my lawnmowers, chainsaws, or GUNS. They are the types of tools that are easily damaged if not used and maintained properly. Not everyone does that and it can lead to hard feelings down the road. don't want no hard feelings with anyone.
gordon
I do not loan guns to anybody - ever! When I was a lot younger I loaned a Ruger SA to an acquaintance who promptly got himself arrested for shooting near some houses, and I had a heck of a time getting that gun back from law enforcement. In addition you may assume some liability if your gun is used in such a way that somebody is injured or killed.
I have one brother and two friends that I would loan almost anything to. I know that it would come back in better shape than when it went out.
I hate to borrow and with one exception do not. That exception is a boat from my brother. Both times, when I returned it I had made repairs to something that was broke or worn out before I borrowed it. That is my way of saying thanks.
I hate to borrow and with one exception do not. That exception is a boat from my brother. Both times, when I returned it I had made repairs to something that was broke or worn out before I borrowed it. That is my way of saying thanks.
ElToro
Member
About 15 years ago I lent my like new (only ever shot at the range) sig220 to my old boss who had been a cop in the 70s but wanted to get on the reserve force of our small town where he was the mayor. so he took it with him to the acadamy. a few weeks later i got it back all scratched up, filthy and the magazines full of dirt as he had dropped them in the dirt during qualifying. never again. somebody i used to trust ruined it for everybody going forward. want to go shooting ? no problem i will go to the range with you any time you want and iw ill being my gns and ammo. want to just molest my guns? no prob, we can do it right here in my living room all you want. want my advice and want to get into guns ? i will go to all the stores you want to and i will give you advice on what to buy/ stay away from. take my gun and go by yourself ? not ever pal.
my dad has his own collection so that wont ever come up and my bro lives in texas and can get whatever he wants.
when i did borrow a truck from my friend when i was moving a few years ago and another time when i had to pick up a new sofa for the wife, i returned it washed, and with a full tank of gas.
my dad has his own collection so that wont ever come up and my bro lives in texas and can get whatever he wants.
when i did borrow a truck from my friend when i was moving a few years ago and another time when i had to pick up a new sofa for the wife, i returned it washed, and with a full tank of gas.
Hermann
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I do not lend a gun, car/truck/atv, whatsoever ...
