In this episode David talks about What to Do After a Shooting. Its easy to learn how to shoot. However, it is harder to learn when to shoot. Even more so what to do after. Because that is not always addressed in some classes. There are two schools of thought when dealing with the police, […]
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How to Troubleshoot Firearm Stoppage Using SAMM
When I am on the range with new shooters and they have a malfunction they tend to blame the gun. I understand totally, you pay a lot for a firearm, and want to depend on it to function 100% of the time. Especially if you plan on using to defend your life. If it […]
3 Causes of a Negligent Discharge
There are three basic causes of a negligent discharge (ND): Finger on trigger, Finger on trigger, and Finger on trigger But for those that want to know the three mechanisms that cause that errant finger to pull the trigger they are: Startle, Stumble, Sympathetic Grip Startle Response The first reason your finger may tighten on […]
Checking New Duty Ammo
Today’s post is on checking new duty ammo. Generally I don’t have all that strong attention to detail – I play the averages; however, when it comes to my carry guns I am a little pickier. Looking at the odds I will ever have to use my gun to defend myself or a loved one, […]
What is Reasonable
If you have any defensive firearm training of any sort, you have to have heard the term “Reasonable Force” at some point. The Reasonableness standard is probably the most important test when someone is trying to decide if your defensive action is justified or not. However, you may ask just what is reasonable? This is […]