Sporting Systems knows that the decision to purchase a firearm for the first time can be filled with uncertainty. Each state has its own method of processing gun purchases. And with the combination of state and federal regulations, the process of buying a gun can seem overwhelming when you’re doing it for the first time….
Should You Clean A New Gun?
Should you clean a new gun? This is an important question, so let’s get right to the answer: It depends. At Sporting Systems, we always want our customers to follow the firearm manufacturer’s recommendations. In some cases, it is not necessary to clean a new gun. They are built to be fired right out of…
How To Hide A Gun Safe In Plain Sight: 5 Ideas
Image taken from qlinedesign.com Let’s think about ways to hide a gun safe in plain sight. Why? Because although a safe is generally considered to be impenetrable, nothing is more secure than a gun safe that nobody can find. A clever hiding spot adds an additional layer of security above and beyond the layer(s) of…
What is a trigger lock
As an American, it is your right to own firearms, whether they are pistols, rifles, shotguns, and so on. But part of being a responsible gun owner is knowing how to safely handle your guns and safely store them when not in use or traveling. And since you probably don’t want to lug your gun…
How To Legally Transport A Gun In Washington State
The Second Amendment affords great protections. So great, in fact, that the question of how to legally transport a gun in Washington state is easily answered: So long as the firearm was legally obtained and legally held, you can transport it from Bellingham to Bingen and back again with nary a worry on your mind….
How To Dispose Of Ammunition
We all want to be responsible stewards of the environment, especially those of us who gather in the great outdoors. Knowing how to dispose of ammunition is one way to be just that. Whether it’s for hunting or target shooting, the forests and the wilds of the Pacific Northwest that we call home beckon to…
Teaching About Guns and Gun Safety for Kids
You may remember the story of a “cops and robbers” game that went horribly wrong back in 2015. An 8-year-old child in Mooresville, North Carolina, used his dad’s rifle — not knowing it was loaded — and shot his friend. It wasn’t fatal, fortunately, but the story likely haunted everyone who read it. The story…
The Kids S.A.F.E. Foundation: Keeping children safe
Gun safety is one of the most crucial parts of responsible gun ownership. That’s why Sporting Systems is a proud sponsor of the nonprofit Kids S.A.F.E. Foundation (safe around firearms education). This lifesaving program utilizes prevention education and basic safety skills to educate children of all ages on the importance of gun safety. Everyone from…
Firearms Transfer Process WA: What You Need To Know
We thought it would be a good idea to put together an online gun transfer tutorial. There remains a lot of confusion out there about the firearms transfer process among the gun-buying and gun-owning public. But the good news is that the process is easy to navigate when you have professionals on your side. And…
What To Do With Guns After A Death In The Family
Many people are planning a will or setting up a trust. Getting an estate in order can be a big job. For many people, it is unclear what will happen to their firearms after they die. For those left behind, they may be faced with many decisions, including what to do with guns after a…