Bob A., It's ok to rant and rave about something you feel so strongly about. "I didn't know the gun was loaded", is the biggest excuse for murder nowadays. I know when MY gun is loaded. I keep bullets in the clip, but I keep the clip pulled slightly out of the handle, so if there ever is an intrusion, i push in the clip, pull back the barrel and I'm ready to go. I've practiced it many, many times. But believe me, I know when my gun is loaded and when it isn't. It's the responsibility of the owner. Doncha think? Jo Ann