Would your wife be Mad? Bad Idea or Not

[wcd]

I was thinking of paying for training for my wife as a gift. I don't think there would be a down side to it? And I think we could make a weekend get a way out of it as well.

Anyone see a down side to doing this? She has the right mindset but I think most anyone could benefit from training.

 

[MCgrease08]

I bought my wife entry to a pistol class as a Mother's Day gift. I say go for it.

 

[Jeepster48439]

Especially if you make it part of a getaway and it isn't the focus of the getaway.

 

[Cameramonkey]

Yes, part of a getaway. For additional "insurance" make it a class you can attend as a couple that she will benefit from even if you dont as much. make it a date and make a day of it.

But just shipping her off alone for the day to do something YOU like to do has a 50/50 shot of working out well.

But its still better than buying her a vacuum.

 

[wcd]

Yes, part of a getaway. For additional "insurance" make it a class you can attend as a couple that she will benefit from even if you dont as much. make it a date and make a day of it.

But just shipping her off alone for the day to do something YOU like to do has a 50/50 shot of working out well.

But its still better than buying her a vacuum.

It would be a two day course I would go with her as well, it would take a fair bit of preparation to pull it off. But I think she would benefit from it as well as enjoying it.

 

[BiscuitsandGravy]

Go for it. A friend of mine bought his wife a Sig P239 9mm for her training... He got it in the divorce.

 

[MrAverage]

Obviously you know your wife better than this forum.....unless this group is ALOT more welcoming than I thought. Seriously though, it sounds like a cool idea if she's open to that much range and classroom time. Unfortunately, I haven't converted my wife yet.

 

[HubertGummer]

Go for it. A friend of mine bought his wife a Sig P239 9mm for her training... He got it in the divorce.

I guess she would've rather had a Smith and Wesson?

 

[Rayne]

Questions to ask yourself: Can we afford it and the get away on our budget? Do I have childcare for the weekend? (if you have children, or pets or elderly parents you care for) Will my wife be able to take off work? (if she works weekends) If this is a gift that you think your wife will like and won't add stress to her by the a fore mentioned questions, then Merry Christmas to you both. If you answered no to any of those questions than if you can figure out how to turn that no into a yes, again Merry Christmas to you both.

 

[wcd]

Questions to ask yourself: Can we afford it and the get away on our budget? Do I have childcare for the weekend? (if you have children, or pets or elderly parents you care for) Will my wife be able to take off work? (if she works weekends) If this is a gift that you think your wife will like and won't add stress to her by the a fore mentioned questions, then Merry Christmas to you both. If you answered no to any of those questions than if you can figure out how to turn that no into a yes, again Merry Christmas to you both.

I travel a LOT for work so frequent flier miles and Marriott rewards would pay transportation and lodging.

Our only challenge would be finding someone to house sit and take care of the livestock.

My only other concern would be other people taking the class, since its an entry level class I would think everyone would be at about the same skill level. From what I can tell they are focussed on providing real world skills. We have done Appleseed and we both enjoyed it.

 

[Cameramonkey]

I confirmed with mrs monkey and she agreed. Much better if you do it as a couple.

 

[wcd]

I confirmed with mrs monkey and she agreed. Much better if you do it as a couple.

Thanks and please tell Mrs. Monkey thank you as well.

 

[Spear Dane]

Thanks and please tell Mrs. Monkey thank you as well.

This is what I was about to say too.

 

[dprimm]

Where are you located? I don't know of a Wilson County in Indiana and google did not locate one. If close, and timing works, I might be able to help with the livestock.

 

[nra4ever]

I agree do it as a couple and the down side is God forbid she could always use it against you. Hey u never know.

 

[fjw2]

I think you might on the right track. I am coming up on our 28th anniversary. As time goes by, gifts for birthdays, Christmas, anniversaries, etc. become a bit challenging to stay fresh and relevant. I have made my share of mistakes in our life together. Yes, I even bought a vacuum for her once. I prefaced it by telling her it was, under no circumstances, to be considered a gift. (It was a Dyson, by the way.) Your idea has potential. Good luck!

 

[oldpink]

As long as she enjoys shooting to begin with, I see no downside at all, as long as you go with her, as you said you're intending to do.
In fact, this looks like a bonding experience, which can only enhance your most critical relationship.

 

[mammynun]

I got my wife, son, daughter in law and myself a 1 day pistol class with John McPhee as a gift. They all enjoyed it, and they want to do it again. That said, I think I got lucky with McPhee... I had never trained with him but he is an excellent instructor and the material was perfect for all. I don't think a James Yeager class would have went over as well... actually, I took McPhee's carbine class the next day and She wouldn't have been interested in that class.

Here's her AAR from the class: https://www.sobmanswag.com/blogs/knob-creek-ky/44603073-knob-creek-west-point-ky-pistol-course-aar

 

[CindyE]

My husband and I were going to take a class, and he had me cancel it due to finances at the time. THAT made me mad! I think it is a very nice gift, as long as all of the stuff mentioned in previous posts works out. I would enjoy it.

 

[Tactically Fat]

But its still better than buying her a vacuum.

I bought my wife a vacuum for Christmas in 2010 according to FaceBook. That thing really sucks!

We've also done a MUC class from Paladin Combatives.

I bought her a replacement mini-food processor for Christmas this year.

Takes all kinds.

I don't know why I'm typing in this style and manner this morning.