BB gun for a child, need help!?

Question

Ok im not over 13 ill tell ya that much. I want to get a bb gun, and i make striaght a's im very responsible and im always there to help. Ive proved how responsible i am over time. And i wasnt interesting in getting one untill recently. I explained the hazards and the safeties. Ive even shot one before, it was my best friends fake ak-40 bb.

Heres the twist, my mom actualy said shed think about it, and she was very convinced to get me one. Then came my dad. I asked him and he said. No! Now its just me, but it should be the dad saying yes, and the mom saying no. Its backwards. I explained everything, and my dad still said no! Im really upset, but i know that my dad is serious.

Id like to convince them, but if i keep asking them and bugging them, my mom will get irritated and change her mind. Then i wouldnt ever get one. And i cant get a real gun untill im like 22, there rules. But ill probably get one when im like 15.

How can i go about getting one? I know about the welps and the danger. And i know its not a toy, its something to be taken seriously. And i even asked them to buy me a protective mask to protect myself. But it was a definite no, from my dad...

Answer 1

galleria walmart in the sports section thats were my dad got mine they dont have air soft guns thoe and he 2 rifeles for me and my sister  and paint ball guns. your welcome

Answer 2

You never mentioned why your Dad is against this decision.

You would both benefit from setting this issue aside for a "breather".  Then, ask your Dad if you can enroll in a gun safety course.  You'll handle all types of firearms in that course under close adult supervision. Both you and your father will have a better idea of your "readiness" once you get involved in, and complete, that gun safety course.  You'll eventually need it anyway to get a hunting license, so, don't pressure your father - it will only annoy him and make things worse - but take it as soon as you can.

Remember one thing - regardless of your father's reasons, he cares about you very much.  Don't hold that against him. A lot of kids would love to have a father who is concerned about them.

Answer 3

This is often one of the best ways for a parent to bond with his/her child.  (Maybe try explaining this to your parents.)  I agree with the above poster.  Try to find out what your father's concerns are.  Then try to address those concerns.  Offer to take a safety course together.

If your father still says no, don't give up hope.  You and your mom could take the safety course together, and enjoy the sport of shooting together.  Believe me, I know many women who love to shoot, and they are very good at it too.

Don't give up.  Maybe an uncle or grandfather would be willing to teach you.

If all else fails, consider a paintball gun.

Answer 4

I'd get an airsoft gun and then once they see you being responsible with it maybe you can talk about it again they might let you get one?

Good Luck....

Answer 5

Try simply asking your father what his concerns are. If it's safety, offer to take a safety course at the local gun club or shooting range (yes, they are for firearms, but the concerns are similar). If it is an irrational fear, good luck. You might try pointing out that this is a very responsible activity and you wish to grow into it. Then ask him how he expects you to grow into it. Ask him what steps you must take to earn their trust and respect in this matter. Then, take it seriously and follow through with your fathers requirements. Ask him to help you learn and grow (how can any parent refuse that request unless it's an irrational fear?)

It's good to see you are taking this seriously, it's not just a toy and many have been permanently injured by them. Keep taking it seriously, it can still be a lot of fun.

And you can buy your own when you are 18 although you probably won't want one any more.