Category Archives: THE GUN GUY

One of the four Cardinal gun safety rules is “Know your target and what is beyond it.” There’s a good reason that rule was established. Consider the foolishness and stupidity of shooting at something you have not identified. Furthermore, if … Continue reading →

Saturday, November 22nd, the Cleveland, Ohio police dispatcher received a call from a citizen in an outdoor recreational park saying a juvenile was waving around what appeared to be a handgun. Two police officers were dispatched to the scene. Within … Continue reading →

I can be a rather sarcastic and critical old curmudgeon when I choose to. Right now, I’m experiencing such emotions. I’m sure there are many that will be rather surprised at this, but there’s a reason for this behavior, be … Continue reading →

Ever notice guns for sale in the classified section of the Floyd Press? I see it quite often. I’ve had quite a few people ask me about the legality of that. I’ve also had a few self made experts on … Continue reading →

I got a call early last week from my family in South Carolina. They told me my brother, 6 years my senior, was dying of cancer. I threw some stuff in a carry on and put my old truck in … Continue reading →

WHAT IS BRANDISHING? Do you ever read the Floyd County Court Cases published here in the Floyd Press? On occasion, I see where someone has been charged with brandishing a firearm. Merriam-Webster defines brandish as “to exhibit in an ostentatious … Continue reading →

I got a call from a reader recently that was planning a trip to Ohio. He asked if I could help him find information on transporting firearms across state lines. I have to say I really respect a firearms owner … Continue reading →

ORANGE UP! Hunting season is almost here in Floyd County and there’s a lot of people, yours truly included, anxiously awaiting opening day. Squirrel season opened on September 6th, coon season (my favorite!) opens October 15th and rabbit season opens … Continue reading →

ALCOHOL AND GUNPOWDER I was approached by a gentleman last week and he complimented on my column. While chatting, he asked “Jim, you ever thought about writing about people drinking while shooting?” I told him I had not and thought … Continue reading →

CARRYING WEAPONS INTO COURTHOUSE Have you been to the courthouse lately? On the front and back doors are 8 ½ by 11 yellow signs that read “NO WEAPONS ALLOWED!” You would think this would be common sense, but as that … Continue reading →