T Thommy Member Joined Oct 14, 2025 Messages 20 Feb 8, 2026 #1 I started my kid with a .22 rifle and she really liked it. I was actually shocked at how well she paid attention and followed the safety rules.
I started my kid with a .22 rifle and she really liked it. I was actually shocked at how well she paid attention and followed the safety rules.
Danny boy Well-known member Joined Sep 10, 2025 Messages 79 Feb 10, 2026 #2 That’s awesome, .22 is perfect to start. I started with it too
S Spyda Member Joined Dec 15, 2025 Messages 19 Feb 11, 2026 #3 yeah starting with a .22 is perfect, it builds confidence without building a flinch.
Alan Administrator Staff member Admin Moderator Joined Feb 21, 2025 Messages 173 Jun 19, 2026 #4 I think a lot of kids enjoy shooting more than we expect when they're introduced the right way.