What we REALLY thought about shooting GUNS in America! Brits in America! 

I hope people didn’t make you all feel like you have to explain yourselves for going to a gun range.

I loved the fact that you went to a gun range and tried something that was TOTALLY foreign to you.

Yeah you don't have to explain. Guns are just like boats, cars, food, drinks, or anything else. Some people like them and others don't. The great thing about the US is you do what you want.

The handgun sounds like a .22 which does not have any kick to speak of. It's actually a perfect caliber for a newbie to learn on.

The range master did a wonderful job with you all. He started you with the right gun for people that are new to it. You chose that right gun range for sure.

Safety is key with responsible American gun owners.

Curiosity question . how fixated are Brits with American guns? The reason I ask is on my first trip to the UK, when I was in Edinburgh, I was on the bus talking with someone next to me, and someone behind me heard my accent and asked "You're American?" to which I replied "yes", and then the next question from them was "Is it true if someone breaks into your house you can shoot them?"

This crusty ol' 'Murican is proud of you two, especially you Millie, for stepping out of your comfort zone. ❤.

Indoor ranges can be louder than outdoor. Outdoor can still be loud. Just the indoor ones tend to be louder.

I’m a gunsmith. Best advice I can give anyone is that guns aren’t for everyone but there is a gun for anyone. You also shot a .22 Long Rifle pistol. It’s as anemic as you can get, to be honest. Guns can also reach 160+ decibels, so yeah they’re loud.

LoL "I don't want to do it again". Immediately in the next breath it's a competition about who is the better shot.

The worst thing you can do is go shooting with random people. There's a weird group of people that want brand new shooters to handle high recoil weapons because the think it's funny. The vast majority of people who are interested in firearms want you to like it as much as we do, that's why ease you into recoil instead of just tossing you in to the deep end

As a firearms instructor, all I can say is if you come back and decide to do it again, I strongly recommend an outdoor range (less noise, concussion, smell, better lighting, etc.) and try to book something with a dedicated instructor who can give one-on-one instruction the whole time. You guys both did really great though and I felt you were both treating it safely and carefully. I think the staff seemed good, but for the best outcome, a one-on-one setting over at least a couple hours would be ideal. And an outdoor range is far more comfortable than indoor for the reasons I mentioned above. Millie, I respect what you're saying about the rifle and not wanting to do it again, but if you two do go again, and they have something like a Ruger 10/22, I recommend giving that a try. It's chambered in .22, just like the low recoil pistol you both shot. But because it's a rifle (and is heavier and easier to grip and support than a pistol), it has basically no recoil at all and it's also very quiet. As far as a first firearm to shoot and learn the basics on, I don't think there's anything better than a .22 caliber rifle. A long gun is a lot easier to aim and is safer for an instructor with a new student than a pistol since a pistol can be waved around easily and a rifle is much more controllable by both the student holding it and the instructor next to them. And something like a Ruger 10/22 is far less intimidating which allows the user to simply focus on the fundamentals of marksmanship without being bothered/intimidated by excess noise or recoil. At the same time, it's also a very accurate rifle which allows the instructor to give pointers and get the student to work on their sight picture and trigger control without the "scary" factor. IMO, a .22 caliber rifle is the perfect starting point for teaching anyone to shoot who's never handled firearms before. It's totally unintimidating to fire and is accurate enough to allow the shooter to learn marksmanship skills without any of the scariness that comes with a larger caliber. Once the new shooter is past that point, a gradual transition to larger caliber firearms is far less of a big deal to them. I don't recommend a pistol as a first-time experience for someone who's never shot before (if they're actually wanting to learn how and are wanting to come back) since the dramatically shorter sight radius (distance between the front and rear sights) of a pistol makes it far more challenging to accurately aim at and hit the target. After the student has the fundamentals down with a small caliber long gun, transitioning to handguns and larger caliber rifles is a lot easier and more enjoyable.

I've got a lot of Brit friends, and when they come to Florida, they aways want to go to the range.

I've taught a lot of first-time shooters. Having a good instructor the first time out makes things so much more safe, fun, and smooth. Also, though indoor ranges are climate controlled, I recommend outdoor ranges for the first time. The reverberation in indoor ranges can be a bit overwhelming. I'm glad you got a chance to try it. If you ever want to try it again, I can give you some recommendations to help make your next experience outstanding and very relaxing.

Welcome from Cowtown Texas! Love you Brits!

There’s nothing wrong with “putting your face on the rifle” stock. That’s called a cheek weld and is perfectly normal and common for target shooting.

I grew up in a family where every male and many females over 13 owned rifles and hunted. My dad and uncles owned guns. My mom even used one. I have friends that shoot. As a child, I learned to shoot a BB gun. But, I have always been afraid of guns. I even took the NRA gun safety and concealed carry classes, trying to get past the fear. I never got comfortable even being around them. However, though I will never own a gun, I am a strong believer in our second amendment rights. I'm a Oglala woman. I grew up knowing a woman who had fled a communist country and seeing the concentration camp tattoos on the arm of another neighbor. I will never completely trust any government.

I grew up in the southern US where everyone owned guns and shooting was both a recreational activity and a way to put meat on the table. Most of the men in both my father’s and grandfather’s generations were combat veterans. I served 10 years in the US Army and carried/fired weapons on a regular basis. All that being said, I have enough Yankee and Brit friends to know how stressful firing a weapon can be, especially coming from a country/culture where firearms are heavily restricted. You can be very proud of yourselves for doing something so far outside your comfort zone.

I'm glad that you followed up on this video and telling us how much training they did provide in advance since I assumed it happened, and happy that you are confirming. I'm impressed that you went for this experience because I know that when you walk into a place like this there are guns everywhere, and this can be intimidating. Love the fact that the gun was always down range. Great clips and happy that you had a positive experience!

Difference between UK and USA. I learned to shoot at the YMCA at 8 yers old 22 rifle .

Everybody need to know how to handle a gun safely, even if you never have guns around you. It doesn't mean use them, it's how make sure nobody gets hurt if you ever need to handle one someday.

I thoroughly enjoyed this reaction video to your own video. Getting the "behind the scenes" info. was pretty cool and explains a lot. Please do more of this type video to your original videos! Thank you for this!

No need for any explanation, and screw anyone who feels they deserve one. Guns aren't my thing, maybe from living in the northeast my entire life has just left me with no desire to do anything with them. But more power to you for at least trying it out. And even with me having never been to a gun range, I never had a doubt in my mind they would properly instruct you on how to use it before firing.

It's all about the experience. The 22 is still a serious firearm. I know people think that it isn't very powerful but it doesn't need to be, it will still put someone 6 ft under. Treat ALL firearms with respect. I think you guys did a GREAT job and I'm glad you did it.

Thanks for the context, those of us with experience in sport shooting sort of cringed at some of the details but it's good to hear that the people running that range were clued in and present at all times. At least now you have an understanding of how firearms work and what they do. They are very very very loud and you have to watch out for hot brass going down your shirt collar and such and that does take some getting used to. Good to hear you had an overall positive experience.

I love you two. I'm a Texan. Our 2nd Amendment is directly due to the UK. The battles of Lexington and Concord were the British army trying to confiscate Kuntucky Long Rifles, ... superior to the British Brown Bess. The 2A is about civilian ownership of military grade weapons. Sorry everyone, but that's the truth.

To each their own. You gave it a real try and we're over the moon for it. Glad you enjoyed your time stateside 👍👍👍

Y'all Don't need to be afraid to speak your minds with Americans. We aren't afraid to talk about Politics, Religion and the right to bear arms. I'm glad y'all got to experience a little of our freedoms here in America.

Welcome to Texas!!! I'm from Houston.....

Hey, being afraid/respecting firearms is far better than being cocky/overconfident. First time anybody touches a gun they are nervous as heck and that fear is a good thing to start with.

You did well with the breathing and the recoil!👍

I thought that you two were great! I've watched other Brits go to the range, and they were not exactly...safe. I was impressed by your first time. Healthy respect for how you went about it, and your reactions.

Imagine the culture shock of a Spaniard visiting London in the 18th Century. Guns, swords and knives openly carried on the streets and even women were armed. Meanwhile in Spain, the king had disarmed the people to avoid a coup.

I love taking new people to the range. My primary focus is safety, but my ultimate goal is for my guest to have a great time. I'm glad you had the opportunity to experience something new.

For most people guns aren't a hobby any more than driving their car is a hobby. It's a tool for most.

It is a common misconception that "anyone can just walk in and buy one" in America, this isn't technically true. You do go through a federal background check. If you have ever been convicted of a felony or certain crimes / domestic violence, you automatically get denied.

Hi guys. For us Texans, this is a common weekend activity. Many of us believe in teaching our children at a young age how to handle a firearm responsibly. People who learn how to handle their firearms safely and responsibly often go their entire lives without ever having a gun related accident or crime. The key is always thinking about safety first, and always treating the firearm as loaded, chambered, and ready to fire. I highly recommend that if you really wantt to try the higher caliber firearms, like the .50 caliber, plan ahead and book an outdoor range. The percussive pressure of such a weapon in an indoor range can be very disturbing, despite wearing ear plugs and muffs. I often visit a Range USA location near my home to shoot my Walther PPQ, which is a low caliber (22LR) pistol); but because of my low blood pressure (related to my Diabetes) I often get headaches. When someone else is in the range at the same time shooting a high caliber weapon, it gives me a massive headache and I have to leave the area until they are done. This is not a problem in an outdoor range because the air pressure from those firearms disspiates as it travels outward in the open air rather than bounce off the walls of an indoor range and echo. You can literally feel the air pressure on your head with every shot. Responsible gun owners visit the range often because the goal is to gain confidence, efficiency, and familiarity with the firearms you ow. The more you know about handling them, the more experience you gain, the safer you are in operating them. Also, should the time ever come when you need to use your firearm in a self defense situation, you want to rely on your muscle memory rather than finding yoursef in a situation where you're just escalating a situation while defeating your own ability to defend yourself. As they say, practice makes perfect! For some, this is also a great theraputic session as it allows them to release tension and anger on something that is not human! With all that said, great job for a first timer. My daughter (now 21), was very scared and uncomfortable when I first took her to the range too. However, she was very proud of herself after her first mag and quickly began to enjoy herself. It's human nature to be nervous or even scared when trying anything for the first time, especially something that has the potenial to take a life; but there's few things more rewarding than sticking to it and eventually mastering the activity! By the way, there are also "launchers" you can purchase, which are non-lethal firearms. They typically use miniature CO2 tanks to launch projectiles rather than gun powder; and those projectiles can be rubber balls, metal riot balls, pepper balls, or even paint balls (often used for firearms training). Berna is one popular option, but there are others that are even cheaper. I actually own one made by Walther because it is exactly the same frm factor as my actual Walther PPQ pistol; so firing it is one safer alternative to pracicing my normal shooting (however, it does weigh more than the real thing). Usually, when I'm out and about in public, I often carried both the pistol and the launcher at the sam thing as I like having the non-lethal first option. When I'm at home though, I'm often carrying on the pistol. Afterall, if someone enters my home and poses a threat there, I have a lot more to protect than just my own personal safety and the threat cannot be greater at that point!

The best way to learn is to teach and James did well in showing Millie how to shoot. Millie, don't feel pressured to do it again, it's always your choice to do something or not.

We have someone at our church with a gun outside the sanctuary every Sunday for security. Once a year volunteers at our church come to our house (we have a gun range) and they have to pass several shooting drills to be allowed to do security. A state trooper oversees the drills.

Hey guys, no judgment. You came, you saw, you gave it a go. What more can anyone ask?

I think it’s really cool that you guys went to a gun range and experience something that was very different for you. Like most hobbies shooting a gun isn’t for everyone. But it is a good thing to experience at least once in your life. God bless you and your family. Duane

Next time, you should try the "Drunk Redneck With Tannerite" experience. It's a blast!

Actually, it’s probably best that you didn’t take your paper target back with you. Because, if any of the TSA’s machines detects gunpowder, you would have been detained until they check all of your luggage.

It is strange, as an American, to see other non-American people’s visceral reactions to it. Definitely makes me see it in a different light.

I like that you tried something you weren’t sure about before deciding you were not into it.

You guys were pretty brave for trying that. Anyone who tells you different is stroking their ego. I grew up on guns and joined the Army at 17. Did 20+ years and multiple combat tours in Iraq. I can still remember the first time I shot a .22 and you guys did better than me my first time. I retired at 38 . I don’t consider myself that old but my main point is.. anyone that says “oh it’s a .22 it’s nothing” are just kids that probably just shot their first high powered gun. You guys did awesome. If you guys need a place to stay next time you come and some guns to shoot with on private land just hit me up. Love the videos. Keep being you.❤

I think you guys did pretty well for your first time. Yes those shell casings can burn ya and the shotguns have a kickback, lessons we all learn. I have always lived in open carry states and it’s normal for me. Just glad you had a good experience.

Brits going shooting in the US is as much a cliche as Americans in Germany driving on the Autobahn. Driving fast freaks some Americans out as much as guns disturb Brits. The pistol looks very much like a Ruger 22/45, a relatively heavy .22 LR pistol, which is a good choice for a novice to learn pistol technique on as it has very little recoil.

So proud of you for giving new things a try....You Did It!!

I grew up in the country, where guns are just tools, and my 8th birthday present was a rifle. Which wasn't particularly unusual.

I would imagine that a lot of the negative comments you guys received regarding the instruction you got at the range stems from the fact that there's another popular video on RU-vid where a couple of foreigners (Can't recall if they were Brits or from some other country) went to a range in Texas and the guy at the counter basically sold them some ammo and turned them loose on the range. It was a complete disaster looking for a place to happen and, as a lifelong 'gun guy', it made my stomach ache. Thankfully no one got hurt, but I suspect that's probably why you got some of the negative comments you did. Glad you guys had an overall positive experience and good on you both for giving it a try!

I for one find you two/three, w/baby, *ADORABLE,* and am so happy that you were able to visit America and get some 'Range time' while you were here! You're welcome back anytime, and if ya want to stay, even better! :-D

U.S. Marine Corps Veteran here well done Beesleys!!!! And those casings are hot!!

I'm impressed with your willingness to go outside your comfort zone to experience something so completely foreign to you. For those of us in the US who have grown up being familiar with guns - even if we are not enthusiasts, or even owners, it is hard to imagine just how foreign an experience that was for you.

I liked seeing the fact you went to one I go to. Great place. Safe location as well. Glad to see you try it out. As we say in Texas; y'all be safe.

James giving instruction after his 1st time is a teaching method call, "teach back". Taking new information a person has learned and then teaching that information to another will help reinforce the new skill or knowledge James just learned. While being observed by a professional to correct any mistakes in the process

As an American who owns several handguns and rifles, I can say I’m impressed with how you handled those firearms. I have taken quite a few newbies to gun ranges and everyone is always nervous. I reassure them and tell them that if they weren’t nervous I would be scared. Being nervous shows you have respect for the gun and you are concerned with safety. Great video guys!

The range you went to is our local range! Hubby and I used to go once a week until our situation changed. There is something different about hearing all the guns that makes it scary. I wear double ear protection because of the noise! I'm glad you came and enjoyed!!

Everyone should know how to shoot a gun so bravo to you guys for going to the range and learning!

You guys were great. You treated it with caution and respect and weren’t goffying around with the guns. Hope you enjoyed the experience and if you come back you know you can do it again and this time you’ll really be able to pull out the big guns

When I was in the Navy, about a year before the start of Desert Storm in 1989, everyone had to go to the range a qualify on the M16. It was 33 rounds. 3 for setting your sights and 30 for the qualification, 10 in the standing position, 10 from the prone position and 10 from the seated position. After firing all 33 shots, my shoulder hurt a bit. My father passed away 10 years ago and left me his M1903 from WW2, and took it down to the local range. I bought 20 rounds to practice with and by the time I finished 10 rounds my shoulder was so sore, I couldn't fire another round. I don't know how those guys did it. Props to any remaining WW2 vets out there.

Ya'll did good, hope your adventures in America was everything you expected.

I have watched both videos, both of you did very well at the range. Nice to know there are other instructors out there that do not try to overwhelm people when they come in to learn. I have been teaching shooting sports for over 20 years, mostly to young kids. I have found that women do better then men at a range, no preconceived notions. Thanks for the video!

I find it so interesting how people from other countries react to firearms. My husband, myself, my oldest daughter and my son in law have all served in the Army. We have 6 kids and all of our kids have used firearms since they were about 5. We live out in the country, our kids all have their own firearm and shoot targets all the time in the yard. My son had a French foreign exchange student over one time, her excitement over just seeing a revolver put some things into perspective lol

You guys did great! Don’t listen to the critics in their mom’s basement.

It's true about the casings being hot. I've had one get stuck in the back of my shirt collar once, and it burned the hell out of me.

Over the years, I've been to 134 different countries. The one thing that I learned was to shop. Shop for food at the markets where the locals do. You can learn so much about people from the food they buy.

The first time I ever shot a firearm I was 20 years old, in the US Navy and was standing on the Fairwater Planes of a surfaced Nuclear Submarine off of the coast of South Carolina. It was a .45 cal Colt 1911. I was able to hit the water! :)

The plus side is if the yit hits the fan, you have the ability to pick one up and defend yourself. You have a basic understanding of the operation of the weapon.

I appreciate you guys taking the time to learn a little about guns. I grew up in a big hunting area in America, where everyone in our town owned guns…and it was very natural to own guns and use them to hunt. When we were kids, we were given BB guns and taught how to use them, respect them and never point them at a human. When we got older, we were given pellet guns (quite a bit more powerful than BB guns)…and eventually, our parents would take us on our first hunting trip and get to shoot a real gun (I started out on a 4-10 shotgun). Respecting the weapon and what it can do…and total gun safety, were taught from when we were little kids. I’m glad I’m not afraid of guns as an adult…but I also have a MASSIVE respect for them and know how dangerous they can be if used improperly.

Spot on with it's a hobby and all hobbies aren't for everyone. Just because your partner enjoyed it doesn't mean you have to lie and say you enjoyed it as well. Great breakdown of a video. Short and concise.

Outdoor ranges are 1000x the fun

Glad you got to experience our part of are culture you guys did a fantastic job being safe and that's the by far most important part of everything else is extra

Some people live to pick others apart and it’s sad. I think you both did an awesome job!

The AR rifle you shot was the Daniel Defense M4V7 (DDM4V7). Made infamous by the Uvalde shooting. I own 2 Daniel Defense rifles myself.

Sounds like you guys took some heat in the comments section for enjoying yourselves at an American shooting Range.

you guys are a delightful couple, cheers!

Knowing things is good. Glad you experienced it.

I grew up in East TX… and I went to a 6 week girls camp in the area and we shot rifles several days a week as part of camp. I began attending this camp at 9 yrs old. Pretty normal stuff for our area of the country!

Guns are not for all people. Some people like to shoot them. Some people don't most of the places in the United States. You need a background check before you get your gun and you have to pass a safety course. But you did great. Me myself. I don't mind them My job is in-law enforcement. So I have one on me all the time. That video was great. All your videos have been great from your trip. You guys have a blessed day and may God bless all 3 of you.

I got my start shooting a .22 rifle at filled water jugs and bowling pins on an outdoor range. It was so much fun and set me at ease. I also had better accuracy than my husband! I ended up shooting a black powder rifle (.54 I believe) and went on one antelope hunt. I got my antelope with one shot as she started to run past where we were hide in the trees with my dad's hunting rifle (I can't remember the caliber as it was many years ago). Then my cousin taught me how to butcher it. My husband and I are both older now and have physical issues so we don't shoot anymore.

Here's a cautionary tale and points to the importance of one of the safety rules: I went to a gun range recently with my family. My dad's the one with the guns and I've shot a few times here and there. Anyway, I was shooting our home defense shotgun (semi-automatic) and instead of just firing until there were absolutely not more shells, I decided I had counted the shells correctly. Well, I went to release the magazine and for some reason my middle finger was near the trigger and while pushing down on the magazine release my middle finger also pulled the trigger firing the actual last shell. HOWEVER, I kept the shotgun pointing down range the whole time, so no major disaster. But imagine had I been less careful.

As someone who grew up with guns, it is very interesting to hear your perspective. When I was 8 years old, I couldn't wait until I was 9 because that was the age when I got to learn how to shoot a shotgun. My first gun was a single shot .410 shotgun. I got a couple dove on my first hunting trip and my dad told me "Now you have to clean and cook them". I soon discovered that I'm not a huge fan of dove meat, but quail...Oh my, that is another level. I could eat quail pretty much every day. Peace, Love!!

As an American who shot her first gun (with parental help and supervision) at Age 4, and who grew up with everyone I Knew owning guns- it seemed so odd to me to see the trepidation with which you Guys approach this indoor range practice but I respect that this is very foreign to many. It’s just so normal for many who grew up in rural natural settings that we don’t always understand what the big deal is all about. -Geneva.

As someone who grew up with firearms and as someone who served in the U.S. Army with multiple combat tours you both did very well. Shooting is supposed to be fun and safe. My family has a big skeet shoot every year at our family reunion.

We have a wonderful gun culture, but the best part of it is the people. Most of us are great people who like to hunt, target shoot, and most importantly, protect themselves and their families and, like any section of society, have our share of jerks, but the good out weigh the bad. I'm glad you had a good time and checked it off your bucket list.

I grew up in a military family, hunting, fishing, camping... my father taught us all how to shoot a riffle, respect guns, propper use, cleaning, transporting, storage, etc... I fired a small riffle as a 6 y/o. I haven't cared to hold, fire, or own a gun. However, I know about gun safety. Important life knowledge.

While yall were in Tx, you were around people that had guns that you couldn't see.

Gun ranges are common place for me where I live, and I was nervous my first time going. Whether or not you want to go again, I’m proud of you both for getting out of your comfort zone to at least try it. At the very least you learned more about gun safety, and that’s the most important part. It might sound weird to you guys, but field stripping my guns (taking them apart) to clean them after a day at the range is extremely relaxing and satisfying.

Next time you visit the U.S., I suggest more time in the scenic rural areas. There are millions of acres of mountains, deserts, shorelines, waterfalls, and canyons to see.

It'll never be about politics. As an American it's my right to own one. Thank you founding fathers. A gun on a table will never shoot on its own. Just like your mics they will never pick up your voice unless you place it the right place. You have to clip it in the right place on your shirts. The mic will not do it on its own. A human has to do it not the mic. Gun is the same thing. Guns never shoot on their own, people do it. Great video!!

Marksmanship is a mastering skill like archery or martial arts. A discipline of mind, body and the instrument. One can choose their level of expertise and challenge.

Your allowed to have whatever view on it you want. You don't have to explain to everyone why you did/didn't like something. If anyone has an issue with any of your views, that's on them for not being accepting that everyone is allowed a view.

My dad told me growing up you never point a gun at anything you don't plan on eating loaded or empty or unless it is trying to take your life.

I grew up around guns, family members had gun cases in the living room with guns on display, guns hanging from the wall stuff like that. I've held a few guns but never shot one and I have never had a desire to shoot a gun.

The first time I shot a gun, I immediately respected how powerful they are and the damage they can do. Mind you, it was almost addicting shooting at the range but I also realized I would not be comfortable owning a gun myself.

Absolutely love your channel !!! Great job guys !!

Glad you guys gave it a try, braver than most!

Ya'll went in and tried something new. Ya'll had someone behind you watching every move and you both learned something. And guns are not for everyone, but I'm glad you went in and tried it. Thanks for sharing