i don't like guns either and feel as you do salukigirl. also, i don't think your bf gets to unilaterally make decisions on something so important. he also really needs to consider your history here. what is he wanting a gun for? protection or hunting or both? i think if it's hunting then roman's idea to get a locker somewhere else to store it is a good idea. shangrala's idea to learn to use it if you do get one is a good one too.