As someone who recently shot a handgun for the very first time, I can say from experience that the first time you shoot a firearm will be nothing like you expect. As soon as you pull the trigger you’ll forget absolutely everything you were trying to remember — which is why it’s imperative that you learn from someone with experience.
In the video below, world renown professional shooter Rob Leatham shares three secrets every first time shooter needs to know before picking up a handgun. Secret No. 1: aiming is useless.