thought I'd send this in, would welcome your thoughts first.

Dear Sirs,
My attention has been drawn to the letter in your paper regarding this subject.
Your correspondents argument is principally flawed.
Guns do not kill. People do.
People are not "killed by airgun pellets" they are killed by irresponsible use of an airgun.
Sensible parents know that telling a child to have "nothing to do" with something can have the opposite effect.
An invitation to a training event may be the start of a disciplined and fascinating hobby for both the parent and young person alike.
If a young person or parent shows an interest, a properly organised range or event is exactly the place they should be educated.

Responsible use of an airgun is no crime.
This should be the message for airguns.

Richard Harley