"Given the ammo is limited, and so is the firing range set up here," Zechs pointed out, a little blunt, "I don't believe further practice is needed."

However, he did nod politely at Rieper. "Thank you. I'll return the pistol and, if there is any charge left, its ammunition magazine once the mission is completed. Also, if there are any armaments to scavenge, wherever we're sent to - I'll make certain they're available for others in turn."

Not currently using the weapon, he hit the release mechanism for its magazine. Basic firearms safety, really. Casually, he asked, "Military, or private militia?"