Category Archives: Training

How to Shoot a Firearm: Practice Makes Perfect

Posted on 1 May 2023

Whether just learning to shoot, or teaching others to shoot, it’s important that we understand the particular learning process that is involved. Learning to shoot a firearm accurately is not much different from teaching someone to play baseball or drive a … Continue reading →

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Changing Your Everyday Carry Gun: Proper Training

Posted on 17 April 2023

For the past two months, I’ve been carrying one of my favorite defensive handguns, the Smith & Wesson 2 1/2-inch Model 19 revolver. Now, I’m not writing to discuss the pros & cons of packing a defensive revolver. I have always … Continue reading →

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Understanding the Defensive Double

Posted on 3 April 2023

Contrary to what one sees in the movies and television, defensive handgun cartridges rarely cause a dynamic physical reaction by those hit. I have seen men hit at fairly close range with the .45 ACP and with the .357 Mag. … Continue reading →

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Fear: Keeping it Under Control

Posted on 13 February 2023

We know that fear is a natural response to things we think might hurt us or things we don’t understand. The problem with fear is it can lead to panic. Being in a state of panic can cause us to make … Continue reading →

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