The average gun owner now owns 8 guns — double what it used to be

[Flyboy_451]

9. I think it is likely a combination of the two...

Using Illinois as an example, I have seen information showing that the number of FOIDs (Firearm Owner Indentification) is steadily increasing. Once you have one, I believe periodic renewal is required, but that is tracked separately.

I also see a lot of new owners/buyers at local ranges and gun shops. Then consider that current owners are not much different from other product enthusiasts; as new products are introduced, many will be interested in upgrading or adding to their current inventory.

And, as I mentioned in my previous post, there are a variety of activities that require multiple firearms for participation. Some shooting competitions can easily require as many as four guns to compete across the entire event.

Once again, I think the number of guns that any individual owns is pretty useless information. How those guns are stored has much more importance to everyone concerned.