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5shot on "Survival Point Shooting"

5shot — Tue, 05 Oct 2010 21:19:48 +0000

I support AIMED gun fire, whether it be AIMED Sighted Shooting or AIMED Point Shooting. I put it together as just another step in my journey into the land of the gun, and also in response to an ILEETA based article in Police Magazine that was touting that Officers need to "aim when they train" so they will Point Shoot well under stress. Here's a link to an article in response to the Police Magazine article, which includes a link to the Police Mag article <a href="http://www.pointshooting.com/1aalexis.htm" rel="nofollow">http://www.pointshooting.com/1aalexis.htm</a> My next step is to make an article from the script I wrote for the U-Tube video and the pics and video clips that were included in it.

REDHAWK44357 on "left hand revolver reloads"

REDHAWK44357 — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 09:06:05 +0000

I am going for my ccw and I shoot left handed. My gun as of now will be a .38 snub. Is there a method that someone has to reload said gun from a left hand hold? Transfer to the right? Reach around with right thumb to unlatch?

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jarhead on "CC Ladies purse"

jarhead — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 07:17:47 +0000

Perhaps a video showing proper use and deployment for personal protection, with a ladies gun purse.

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Anonymous — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 02:08:21 +0000

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fkarlh — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 12:22:45 +0000

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CrahomPC on "Your non-lethal weapon of choice?"

CrahomPC — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 20:58:19 +0000

Hey guys, I wanted to get a general consensus of what type of weapons would be good for self-defense, while being non-lethal. To make a long story short, I recently nabbed the graveyard shift for extra hours and I'm leaving the family home alone at night. I have myself a Smith & Wesson Model 22A just for recreational shooting and I feel that they wouldn't be able to use it for defense purposes in a jam. Does anyone have any suggestions or have been in this position before? Would be a major relief for me to have a piece of mind in this situation. Thanks!

bpa5152 on "Valid Reasons for a CCW"

bpa5152 — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 18:17:15 +0000

I have a few guns and I visit the target range on a routine basis. I know how to safely handle a firearem. I am approaching my senior years (60) and have only had a couple of incidents where my safety was potentially in jeopardy. Those incidents occurred several years ago while driving when I did realize that I made the other driver upset. One guy followed me home and another started throwing stuff out of his vehicle and my car after they thought I cut in front of them. These had the potential to escalate into serious issues but fortunately they did not. Currently, I walk my 2 small dogs outside late at night, close to the house, right before we go to bed. I live in a nice neighborhood but I am always uncomfortable and afraid of being approached by someone or a passing car will stop. Therefore, I plan to get my CCW and buy a pocket gun. Here is my concern. I have lived my entire life and never needed to carry a gun. I want to safe but am I more likely to have a problem due to carrying the gun than I would if I didn't carry it? What about the occurrences of accidental discharge with carrying all the time? I am responsible and knowledgable of handgun safety and I would like to have a handgun on occassion for those unexpected occassions. I am also aware the the prisons are full and criminals are being released daily do to overcrowding. I would imaging every 10th car you pass on the highway has someone in it that has a criminal record and perhaps I have been lucky not to have had an encounter in the past that required carrying a handgun to protect myself. Can you please share some valid reasons or statistics that will help me justify in my own mind the benefits of CCW. I am going to get my CCW, however, I would like to hear some more justification besides what I can presently identify. I would prefer not to be in a worse position than I am now after making that decision. Carrying a weapon is a life changing decision. Please help me understand the importance of this. Thank you for your time.

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Nckkangrga — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 23:40:03 +0000

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Any thoughts? This is from a person with a CCW. Thanks

fkarlh on "Why Carry? Is your reason for carrying good enough?"

fkarlh — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 08:16:49 +0000

I recently listened to Rob's appearance on Armed American Radio. He and Mark discussed a recent article by Rob which unfortunately I have not had the opportunity to read. But the topic was interesting and I found Rob's take on it rather interesting as well. The disciussion was "Why do you carry" ... or more to the point ... what is a "valid" reason to carry. Rob went through several standard answers and described why they were not "good" reasons for carrying. My job requires it, I want to make a policital statement, it makes me feel safer, etc. And while I understand and agree with Rob's point that the only "true" reason to carry is to protect oneself or the innocents around you, I think the discussion overlooked an important point. And I think it's a point that is often overlooked in many related discussions. That is, Rob's point of view ... his understanding ... his final decision ... reflects years of training and education. But there are many gun owners that are just beginning that journey. Their reasons may not be as well thought out, not as matured, not as seasoned as someone who lives and breathes personal defense. So, while I agree 100% with Rob's ultimate resolution of the question, I wonder if some may be disuaded from starting their journey as a result of that philosophy. If they are told and believe that carrying a gun "because I need it for my job" is not a good enough reason ... well, would Masaad Ayoob be where he is today? He began carrying a gun because his family owned a jewelry store. His journey began because "he needed it for his job" ... What if he had been disuaded from starting that journey ... I guess my point is that everyone doesn't go directly from novice to expert instantaneously ... whether it be in training, in understanding, in philosophy. Those who have been on the journey for a long time sometimes lose sight of where they started. Everyone has to be allowed, indeed encouraged, to make the journey on their own. Everyone has to learn to "drive a car" (to use an analogy that Rob used on the show). They don't go from never having driven to driving in high-speed chases in a single day. If they are told that the only "true ... pure" reason to learn to drive is to win the Indy 500 ... then maybe they decide never to learn to drive. So ... why do you carry? What is a "valid" reason to carry? Personally, I don't believe anyone needs more than the second amendment. Making a statement that the second amendament is valid by carrying a gun is okay by me. I personally would encourage everyone to go much further down the road and to take the responsibility of firearm ownership seriously. I would encourage everyone to train and educate themselves. I believe that someone who does no more than strap a gun on their hip without training and education is a more dangerous gun owner ... but I still think simply demonstrating your belief in the second amendment is a valid reason for owning and carrying a gun. More to the point, I believe that the more law abiding citizens who become familiar with guns and comfortable with carrying them the better we will be as a society ... and the more Rob Pincus' and Masaad Ayoobs we will develop. I would encourage people to start their journey for whatever reason gets them on the road ... and then help them become the most educated and well-trained gun owners that they can be. So, is your reason for carrying "good enough"?

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klopesw — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 12:27:16 +0000

I know that it´s a lot to ask but I would need some recommendation for a personal defence knife. I need a knife that I can carry concealed in center line carry and is suitable for self-defence. I would like to hear some specific models that I can check out and then decide. Thank you! -HP

JasonStorm on "Training or Fantasy?"

JasonStorm — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 06:25:48 +0000

With the discussion of "Realistic Training". As a civilian attending so called "Tactical" type training (Running and Gunning, Carbines and Transitions) are you training to your fight or within your scope? Or, are you on a fantasy adventure? What's your Plausibility Factor? Your thoughts.

Rob Pincus on "Welcome!"

Rob Pincus — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 13:08:48 +0000

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bpa5152 on "Missouri versus Florida CCW"

bpa5152 — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 01:45:53 +0000

I live in Missouri and I am going to get my CCW. I have the option to get a Florida CCW which is in effect for more years. Are there any downsides to being a Missouri resident and getting a FLorida CCW? How to you think police respond to this when encountered? Thanks

REDHAWK44357 on "my personal self defense plan"

REDHAWK44357 — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 10:09:22 +0000

After much reading and thinking I finally came up with my defense stratagy. My constant foot pain and trick knee has made a cane manditory in my life. The one i choose is made from ash (like the baseball bats), solid to use for self defense and p/c for all to see. I now carry a C2 taser plus Kimber pepper blaster 2 on a daily basis. Incase things go to hell in a handbasket, all this is backed up by a pair of Gerber coverts, modified for easier opening. Training for stick and knife comes from M. Janich and Hock Hockiem's CQC materials. Overloaded you say? possibly, but it works for me. CCW? for reasons needing another post, suffice it to say that packing a gun is not an option for me. Thanks to Rob and Mike for this site, I remain a loyal subscriber.

bpa5152 on "CCW in a car and stopped by law enforcement"

bpa5152 — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 13:14:53 +0000

I do not carry yet, however, I have this fear that when stopped by law enforcement for a routine traffic violation that I might be arrested for having a CCW in my pocket. I live in St. Louis, Missouri. I have heard that you keep both hands on the wheel and tell the officer you are a licenced conceal carry. I am still afraid they will not like the fact that I have a gun. I know this is my right but how does law enformcent typically react to this?

AE3007H1 on "S&W M&P VTAC???"

AE3007H1 — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 12:20:28 +0000

Does anyone have any experience with the new collaboration between Viking Tactical and S&W called the M&P VTAC? It comes in 9 and 40 and sports what can only be controversial sights.

Froglives on "How do you CCW and really have it not show"

Froglives — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 19:47:35 +0000

Hi folks, I was a the Crossroads of the West Gun Show over the weekend, Del Mar fairground has a standing policy only LEO's can carry there as a rule (might of been different for the show but was not posted that way) Either way, it was quite evident numerous individuals were concealing something, and that got me to wondering, how the heck do you carry concealed, or is it really just covered and does not overtly show to be a firearm? I am in the process for obtaining CCW's for sates other than my own, and from what I can see the only place I could truly conceal is the small of my back with a long heavy shirt or jacket, on my ankle, or a pistol to small to look like a pistol in a pocket. On a side note, I am spending allot of time researching these and other gun issues, and I find this forum to be the most professional, non-biased out there, Several of you guys seem to be at the top of your game, just kind of wish there was more active participation, as good trustworthy heartfelt information is hard to find. Cheers

Rob Pincus on "Sub-Compact Small Caliber Firearms"

Rob Pincus — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:55:12 +0000

A lot of the buzz at the first day of SHOT show was about small frame sub-caliber firearms. Earlier this year, we released a training DVD in the Personal Firearms Defense Video series on this very topic. Now, offerings from Kahr, S&W and others have joined the Kel-tec and Ruger offerings. Personally, while I appreciate the firearms and have carried .380s and .32s in the past, I have preferred to go no smaller than a snub .38 revolver most of the time. Has anyone here on the forums chosen to carry a slim ultra compact as a primary defensive tool? -RJP

dmdmx2 on "Body Armor"

dmdmx2 — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 21:51:12 +0000

I was watching the new Palm video of their body armor lineup. In it they are indicating that soft body armor is available to the general public. I was under the impression that body armor is only available to law enforcement and licensed security personell. When did it become available to the general public?

fkarlh on "To Laser or Not to Laser"

fkarlh — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 06:07:14 +0000

For the general public, law abiding CCP, is it a benefit to equip your concealed carry weapon with a laser ... or to ask another way, is the benefit worth the expense? I'm certain adding a laser has benefits, I'm just wondering the value considering most personal defense instances are fairly close and are most likely to be in unsighted firing range. Or does it help because you have an unsighted firing aid? Love to hear the thought process on this as in my mind, as I read various articles and watch different videos, I feel like one day I need to run out and equip all my pistols with a laser ... then the next that it might not be worthwhile. Also, with the way many lasers are activated, it seems like it would highly unlikely in a bad situation that you would be focused on turning the laser on in the first place ... or is that a training issue? I carry an M&P 9c as well as an LCP. I do like the front activation of the CT for the LCP, that seems like it would be more likely to be used in an extreme circumstance .. but most lasers require a button push to turn on. Even with the CT for the LCP, that gun is intended for short range ... is a laser a factor in those situations?