Your best defense in forums comes as follows:
There really isn't a stupid question, even if some idiot tells you it is a dumb question.
Ask your questions in the correct forum after you have done a quick SEARCH so that someone doesn't bomb you with "We just discussed this to death" comments.
Be as clear and concise in your inquirey, use pictures or drawings, or just say your not quite sure, it helps.
There are a ton of LE, Corrections, Active Military, Former Military, Reservists, former LE, sportsmen, hunters, competition shooters etc etc etc so there is a wealth of knowledge here,
Finally, have thick skin, because, no matter how careful you are, be prepared for a troll or flamer, don't take it personally and usually if a regular sees you getting hammered, they will back you up...
Also, enjoy your time here, ask ask ask ask and share share share...great forum..and my first stop of every internet trip....