I recently had a co-worker ask me about an advertisement in the paper offering an out of state concealed carry permit class. As was I talking to him, I learned he really does not know what states our permit is honored in. In our state the permit system is a “shall issue” and does not [...]
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The Gun Books I Got for Christmas, Which You May Want to Read Too
I had a very good Christmas. I ate a lot of good food, got lots of presents and went to church. Speaking of going to church, my wife and I went with my father to his church. Sitting in front of us were 5 kids who I was pretty sure were going to kill each [...]
Some Of The Answer, Handgun Training Review
By The Book. I recently rediscovered a gem in my collection of training materials; “Some Of The Answer, Handgun” by Jim Crews. Some Background Jim Crews showed up on my radar a number of years ago though a tactical maillist (anyone remember maillists?). This is where I learned that he had created a collection of [...]
Wisconsin DOJ Releases Concealed Carry Recognized Permit List, Training Requirements, and Application Process
On Oct. 20, 2011 the Wisconsin DOJ updated their FAQ on the new concealed carry laws which will be taking effect on Nov. 1, 2011. Included in this update is their list of out-of-state permits they will recognize along with training requirements and the application process. The current list of out-of-state concealed carry permits they [...]
Conditioned Response
Have you ever wondered why we train in and with weapons, tactics and combatives? The reason is to learn the best techniques for our application and how to train and develop the muscle memory, those instinctive values, so we ingrain into our muscles and minds the Conditioned Response! What makes or allows us to respond/react [...]
When Lasers do not Work
I was at the range recently shooting one of my favorite pistols at 25 yards; checking the scope’s zero before I take it to the open range and finalize it at 50 yards. With the exception of the trigger sticking (weak trigger spring due to my trigger job) and a “soft load” that hit low [...]
Even Doctors Have Doctors
The other day I had a doctor’s appointment and when sitting in the waiting room I thought to myself, “I wonder who my doctor goes to when he’s sick.” I thought the same thing when sitting in the barber’s chair about my barber. “I wonder who cuts my barber’s hair.” Of course my mind wandered [...]
Getting Wisconsin Concealed Carry Training Before Guidelines are Passed?
Ever since Gov. Scott Walker signed SB 93 on July 8, 2011 there have been instructors offering Wisconsin Concealed Carry classes. But according to Brian O’Keefe, administrator of DOJ’s division of law enforcement services, “it’s buyers beware” until the DOJ finalizes the guidelines and are approved by Walker which will most likely be in October. “Those [...]
The Draw, Muscle Memory and Mindset
You Gunna Skin That Smoke Wagon, Er Just Stand There And Bleed? Remember these famous words? This was the making of a classic quote, in a classic film. But have you really ever placed yourself in a similar situation (figuratively)? Simulated other situations or at least …thought of them? Sure! Most everyone has done some [...]
The Most Important Skill the CIA Taught Me
I spent six years with the CIA and had a great time while I was there. I was fortunate enough to get training in almost every self-defense skill you can think of, ranging from shooting to evasive driving. And as important as these skills are, there was something else that was far more important that [...]
Instinctive Shooting
The concept of instinctive or reflex shooting has long been debated by many of the world’s top instructors. With the evolution of assisted aiming devices like laser grips, there has been a new spark of debate amongst those who teach firearms for self defense. But the differences are never put aside and nobody ever looks [...]
Top 10 Things You Should Look For in a Firearms Instructor
If you do an Internet search or read any gun magazine, you no doubt know that there are a lot of firearms instructors out there. And if I had to guess, I’d say that 98% of them are good honest folks who know what they’re doing. However, since the training we are getting from these [...]
Tennessee Market Shootout Highlights Need for Training
We’ve written before about the need (duty?) of training when you decide to carry a gun whether is concealed carry or open carry. Stressful situations where your life is in danger can impair your normal mental condition. Check out this video of a March 16th shootout at a convenience store. Nobody was actually hit with [...]
How Often Do I Need To Practice To Get Really Good?
I have been asked several times how much practice is needed to get really good with a handgun. Obviously, “really good” is subjective at best, but let’s try to define it as best we can. I consider “really good” to be good enough to defend yourself under all sorts of circumstances. “Really good” is better [...]
Concealed Carry Package Giveaway
