Congrats! I took my son to Mesquite (Big Town) for his 10th b-day, helped him pick his first firearm, and made him read and recite to me the Safety and User manuals between there and Garland. There we hit the range, but only after much additional instruction. We had a great time that was very fun, safe, and educational...for both of us. It was certainly different than being a range safety at Ft. Jackson and Ft. Bliss!
Attached is a shot of my son with his Marlin .22. It's his, but it's under my control. He does know, however, that he can see it any time as long as he asks me and that, after range time, he will ensure that it is safely and properly cleaned. That was the only part the hated. (yay for building character!)
Here's to many more safe and fun bonding moments between father and son in both of our cases.
