tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-84575814187569124172024-03-12T18:42:28.415-07:00Tactical U Firearms Training & Self-DefenseLaw Enforcement Certified Firearms & SWAT Trainers Offering Firearm Safety, Firearms Training, Self Defense, Concealed Carry Courses and more.Tactical Uhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05793708857893485609noreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457581418756912417.post-38555293534263370092012-06-11T13:26:00.004-07:002012-06-11T13:26:58.728-07:00How Realistic Is Your Pistol / Handgun Training?What have you done today to better prepare yourself for the unknown potentially lethal encounter if and when it should come.<br /><br />What do you practice when you train?<br /><br />Have you ever fallen on your butt with a loaded gun in your hand while retreating? How did you fall? Where was your trigger finger? Where was your muzzle pointed? What did you do after the fall?<br /><br />Do you know most never train for likely scenarios, most just shoot at paper while standing still.<br /><br />Have you ever incorporated verbal challenges, or screams, elbows, kicks and punches to distract in conjunction with retreating?<br /><br />Have a plan and practice it.... It's not a guarantee of survival in a fight, but the likely hood that you will fend better is more in your favor.<br />
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Here is a short video of me demonstrating various pistol techniques during one of our Concealed Handgun Tactic's & Safety Courses in Broward County, Florida.<br />
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BE ADVISED<br /><br />The Practices, methods, and techniques described in this Video are not for beginners. ThisVideo is designed for people with background, knowledge, and experience in firearms and firearms handling. If you do not have substantial background, knowledge, and experience with firearms and firearms handling, seek instruction before attempting to utilize or implement the practices, methods, and techniques described in this Video.<br /><br />Shooting and handling firearms involves inherent and unavoidable risks. Firearms are dangerous. Obviously, serious injury and death can result from firearms use. If you are not willing and able to take responsibility for your actions, do not handle firearms.<br /><br />Whenever handling a firearm, remove the magazine (if applicable) clear the chamber, and visually inspect to verify that the firearms chamber is not loaded before handling. Cleaning or working on the firearm. Always use appropriate eye and ear protection whenever shooting. Know how to safely operate your firearms or any firearm you handle. Be sure to use only the correct ammunition for the specific firearm. Use correct and functioning target systems only. Not all firearms operate the same. Do not assume that your firearm operates like the ones depicted in this video. Never handle a firearm unless in an appropriate location, such as a shooting range.<br /><br />SAFETY RULES!<br /><br />Always treat all firearms as if they were loaded.<br /><br />Always point a firearm in a safe direction.<br /><br />Always keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to fire.<br /><br />Always know your target, your surroundings, your backstop and beyond.<br /><br />These primary rules are not exclusive or failsafe in all circumstances. Here are many other rules, policies and procedures that must be implemented and followed to maximize safety and effectiveness, depending on the situation. Some are commonsense; others are technical and situation specific. This Video does not apply to or address all situations or circumstances. This Video is not intended to be a complete or exclusive guide to firearm operation, and it particularly does not purport to give complete instructions with regard to any particular firearm. This Video must be used in conjunction with adequate prior experience and other resources.<br /><br />SHOOT SAFE!<br />
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<br />Tactical Uhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05793708857893485609noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8457581418756912417.post-49600882344989354522012-05-30T17:27:00.001-07:002012-05-30T20:27:24.995-07:00Calling it An Assault Rifle Vs. A Politically Correct Name Such As Sporting Rifle / Carbine<a class="actorName" data-ft="{"type":35,"tn":";"}" data-hovercard="/ajax/hovercard/page.php?id=119375014755180" href="http://tacticalu.com/" target="_blank">Tactical U - Firearms Training & Self-Defense</a> View on using the word ASSAULT RIFLE in some course titles.<br />
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I had a gentleman contact me regarding referring to a Carbine style rifle as an Assault Rifle in some of our course titles. His comment was that by calling these courses ASSAULT RIFLE we were subjecting gun owners to another 2nd amendment attack!<br />
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off, in this climate I agree however, with all due respect to this man we
teach a standard. We can call these classes whatever, and the
anti-gunners will still keep coming. So sorry if it bothers you, but we
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who WANT TO LEARN PROPER TECHNIQUE and when they search the web, the term searched often is ASSAULT
RIFLE. I would rather teach them correctly than focus on what could be
because of what we call our class. <br /> <br /> Only experienced folks would know to search terms such as Carbine, Black Rifle, Sporter
etc... So please understand unfortunately some of it is marketing and
that is why we have done it. Initially I did protest it, but to see how
many more people have found us, we get the opportunity to educate them. The important aspects is what they learn. We do go over the
politics behind what can be expected and tell them they should refer to
the rifle as just that..... A rifle.<br /> <br /> In summary we
teach all of our students to understand that Americas enjoy a right that
citizens of many other countries do not- The right to own guns. AND
with this right comes responsibility. It is the gun owners
responsibility to store, operate and maintain our firearms safely. It is
the gun owner's responsibility to ensure that unauthorized and
untrained individuals cannot gain access to his or her guns. And it is
the gun owner's responsibility to learn and follow all applicable laws
that pertain to the purchase, possession and use of guns in his or her
jurisdiction. Guns are neither safe nor unsafe by themselves. When
people practice responsible gun ownership, guns are safe. But either way
they are and will continue to attack our rights. The word ASSAULT is
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<b>1. <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Psychological_trauma" target="_blank">Psychological shock</a> / <a href="http://www.nigms.nih.gov/Education/Factsheet_Trauma.htm" target="_blank">Trauma </a>usually resulting from a physical trauma or wound.</b></div>
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- Someone is injured with a non life threatening wound or trauma and they die as a result of chemical imbalances in the brain leading to complications. i.e <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cardiac_dysrhythmia" target="_blank">Heart Arrhythmia</a> </div>
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- For the majority of carry holders, most under pressure are not going to be making head shots. First off you should never have been trained to shoot for the head, (Aim small (HEAD) miss big, aim big (BODY) miss small) your adrenaline is pumping, your scared, your adversary most likely is not standing still. You get the point. You shoot for the body and try to pierce the spin, more than likely the bullet from most pistols, .45 inclusive does not normally have the energy after traveling through the body to break the spinal cord. Not to mention how perfectly centered your shot would need to be to even have a chance in the first place. So most likely this is not your best option.<br />
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Head shots are possible, but understand depending on circumstances create potentially more liability to you. You could miss,( most likely). Worst case your dead as a result. Or your missed shot hurt an innocent bystander. Best case you have to explain why you are so militant to a jury of your piers half whom hate firearms and have no idea why anyone would have one in the first place. So.... Do what works best for you. Just my 2 cents from 20 years plus experience as a Law Enforcement Certified Firearms Instructor. Center mass shots are the norm of what is taught and determined to be acceptable as a reasonable and prudent person would agree. So they say.<br />
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**A head shot will most likely incapacity your threat immediately. I personally feel is the best option for someone who is highly skilled, trained and practiced, but there again depending on circumstances. <br />
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<b>***</b> Regarding my statement above about calibers.. YES, I know a .44, most .357's and 10MM's can punch the torso and out the spine. Most people do not carry these calibers for defense however and if they do well, over penetration is not a good thing. There is no way you can follow up shots ACCURATELY as fast as a 9mm for example. The recoil is much more. Bigger caliber handguns make bigger muzzle flashes, hold less capacity in ammo and are usually louder. Moving on...</div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Ok, you have a Concealed Carry Permit and you carry a pistol for protection. Now what? Are you
prepared to defend yourself or others in a life or death situation? Or is the
firearm a liability? People keep guns in their homes to defend themselves from
a violent attack. Many have state issued carry permits so they can carry a handgun legally on the street. I know they are sincere in their determination to
defend themselves, but for most part many lack the understanding that this is serious
business and much more than what they bargained for when something bad actually happens. </span></div>
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<a href="https://picasaweb.google.com/117783434412705402682/2012011004#5696207533145087746" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="150" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-yDDYlsh1hQA/Twz-klQEXwI/AAAAAAAAARE/p9uEyx9PI2A/s200/7.jpg" width="200" /></a><span style="font-size: small;">Most folks I speak with don’t have any idea regarding the legal process. There is no further planning beyond carrying a firearm. I have a suggestion. Research
use of force in the state in which you live. Look at case precedent to see how use of force cases have been decided in the past. Most importantly, learn from professionals tactics and techniques. Practice various scenarios regularly, including how to deal with the police after a shooting. Also have a plan. Your home is one thing, but there are many more variables to contend with on public streets. </span></div>
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<a href="https://picasaweb.google.com/117783434412705402682/2012011005#5696207866558036546" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="149" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-DtyeKgEKGAA/Twz-3_T6OkI/AAAAAAAAARQ/ZUq1ThSPOz0/s200/11.jpg" width="200" /></a><span style="font-size: small;"> Saying I have a concealed carry weapon permit is like saying I have a gym membership, so automatically this means
what? You are in shape? This in mind, we at <a href="http://www.tacticalu.com/" target="_blank">Tactical U</a> have decided to better inform and prepare
law abiding State approved concealed carry weapon permit holders. by offering a course called, <a href="http://www.concealedcarryflorida.com/concealed-handgun-tactics-safety.php" target="_blank">CONCEALED HANDGUN TACTICS & SAFETY</a>. If you have chosen
to carry a firearm, we want you to learn not only how to become more proficient with it,
but to also have a game plan and learn how to deal with the police if you are involved in an encounter. We work to help you develop those skills until
they become ingrained into your subconscious. We know this isn’t a perfect world, guarantee of survival or avoidance of prosecution,
BUT with proper training, practice and a plan your odds are much better. </span></div>
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<a href="https://picasaweb.google.com/117783434412705402682/2012011006#5696208190001904082" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="150" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-CT9TD6a4FdU/Twz_K0O7-dI/AAAAAAAAARc/OsC4OqR3uTw/s200/13.jpg" width="200" /></a><span style="font-size: small;">I believe in our second amendment rights and do not think government should invoke additional mandates
for a higher standard of training, but with that said, isn’t the responsibility
ours to be better trained, more competent, safer and informed? With that said, it is incumbent upon the individual that
chooses to carry or possess a firearm, to hold themselves to a higher standard
and take the appropriate steps to becoming not only more proficient, but better
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<a href="https://picasaweb.google.com/117783434412705402682/2012011008#5696208494485971906" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="150" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-fTmguWafhAA/Twz_cihmI8I/AAAAAAAAAR0/b7KPVlr_TXw/s200/22.jpg" width="200" /></a><span style="font-size: small;">Training is the true test your abilities and your
gear. People come to our sessions
with all kinds of holsters, gear and equipment that isn’t very practical for their mission, dress
or lifestyle. When I ask them why the bought a particular item they say the
read about it on a forum, or their buddy told them it’s the greatest device
since sliced bread. Here is a great way to torture test your
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<span style="font-size: small;">Your best practice in any potentially hazardous situation would be to avoid it,
evade it and if all else fails, counter it. You have only seconds to react during a fight.
You should remember your actions will be
scrutinized for weeks and months after a defensive shooting encounter. If it is
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>So what it I find myself in a lawful self-defense
situation and ultimately involved in a shooting? </b></span></div>
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<a href="https://picasaweb.google.com/117783434412705402682/2012011007#5696208328291537922" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-cSJX2LSVXFo/Twz_S3ZwVAI/AAAAAAAAARo/dts35HOqnaA/s320/5.jpg" width="240" /></a><span style="font-size: small;">First off, NEVER use more force than what is necessary to
repel, incapacitate or thwart an armed attacker. We train our students to use verbal
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<span style="font-size: small;">If you survive a gunfight, and hopefully you did because your training took
over. This is where it all begins. Now you can figure the police got a call for
the shooting and a description of the individual with a gun. Guess who that
description is of most likely? You guessed it YOU! The Police do not know how you are, or
that you were the intended victim/ target defending yourself. All they know is
they got a call for a shooting and you are described as the shooter. After all YOU
ARE THE SHOOTER! With that said there are certain things you can do which can make
your dealings with the police who respond less stressful for you and them. Most
importantly you want to survive the encounter with the police who presently think
you are a armed threat. At this time the only information they have is shooting, armed
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the area is hot, GET OUT OF THERE! Go to a safe location and call 911. If at
this time it is safe to do so holster up and maintain a defensive posture. Stay
alert. Check yourself for injuries. Check your surroundings. Give the 911 operator the location of the incident and
request medical services to the scene FIRST! Tell them you were the one involved
in a shooting at said location, and that you need officers respond to the crime
scene and your current location where you have retreated to. Give only a brief description of the incident. An example would be, " A man attacked me, I was in fear for my life. I defended myself by shooting him."
Then identify and give a description of yourself. Make sure you tell the
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assailants weapon and render first aid if you can. If you can assess the scene check
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<span style="font-size: small;">Do not discuss the incident with bystanders. Check over the
scene BUT do not tamper with any evidence unless again it is a weapon that you
think you must secure. Do not taunt anyone at the scene or the assailant. Do
not use racially charged or abusive language that could come back and haunt you
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<span style="font-size: small;">Side note: if when the officers arrive and you have a gun out
pointing at a suspect, they are going to assume that you are the aggressor and you
could potentially be a threat to the officers. This could put you in harms way. Do yourself a favor COMPLY to
every command they give you. DO NOT ARGUE OR TRY TO TELL THEM YOU ARE TE GOOD GUY!!! You can explain your situation after the fact. Let
them do their job. You will most likely be on the ground face first and
handcuffed. Make sure that is ALL that happens. So before they arrive, and if
you have control over the situation you should if permitting holster and
maintain a defensive posture ready to deal with the threat you encountered or
any other threat in the immediate area. This way you do not have a gun out for
the police to interpret as a threat. Do not put yourself in a position to get
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<span style="font-size: small;">If asked to make a statement at the scene be firm but polite
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<span style="font-size: small;">Once transported to the police station you
will be asked to make a statement, either on your own or under the advice of
counsel. If you request counsel it will not be held against you and is strongly
advised. Once you have made a statement the
states attorneys’ office will determine if you are to be charged. If the states
attorney decides not to prosecute, you could still be subject to Civil Liabilities
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Advise your counsel not to make statements to the press on your behalf at
anytime.<br />
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Media has no authority, you are not obligated to speak with them, Don’t give
them a chance to twist your statements or portray you as a something you are
not!<br />
<br />Don’t apologize for defending yourself. Don’t make statements to Police or anyone else such as " I'm sorry this
happened, I wish I could have done something different," If you appear
remorseful your actions could be construed as inappropriate. What you say can
cost you later in court, a grand jury hearing, or coroner’s inquest, and surely
would give the suspect or his family legal basis to seek civil <span id="goog_518159682"></span><span id="goog_518159683"></span>damages. So no remorseful
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Shooting incidents are stressful, even for seasoned Law Enforcement and
Military Personnel. People usually second guess themselves. What could I have
done differently? Understand that psychological and physical problems can stem
from such an event. If this is the case you should seek professional medical
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Do you own a firearm for self-defense? Are you considering owning one? If so then I suggest you read on. Many people believe just because you own or carry a gun they are
well protected. Just because you have a good set of tools, doesn’t
make you a great mechanic. I hear it all the time. People call us up and say I want to participate in your tactical shooting classes. I find myself compelled to ask about their firearms experience first. 90% of the time they tell me they have their Concealed Carry Weapon Permit / License etc. Therefore, they feel qualified to take a Tactical Handgun, Shotgun or Carbine course. Although I appreciate their enthusiasm and would love to profit from such endeavors, we explain to these individuals what you you are about read below in this article. My suggestion is start at the beginning go back through quality basic safety and concealed carry class first. This way you have a solid foundation to work from. </div>
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Most concealed carry permit courses being offered in Florida today only meet the minimum state requirements under <a href="http://www.myfloridahouse.gov/filestores/web/statutes/fs07/CH0790/Section_0790.06.HTM" target="_blank">FLORIDA STATE STATUTE 790.06</a> which doesn’t make it difficult to get a
certificate and doesn’t hold the instructor who issues it very accountable to make sure you leave with something more useful than a piece of paper saying you have a pulse. I have seen Florida instructors charge as little as $45 for a 2 hour class where you watch a
couple of videos, talk for a few minutes about the laws, then you shoot one round
from a revolver which was already loaded for you. You receive your certificate. Then off you go to apply for your Florida state concealed carry license. Although this is perfectly legal under the state requirements I personally think instructors should hold themselves to a higher standard to teach instead of running license mills solely for profit..</div>
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<b>Our philosophy</b><br />
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one that is derived from many years of experience while working in Law
Enforcement. All of our trainers are active or retired police Law Enforcement Certified Firearms Instructors who re certify every
year on various weapon system platforms. We also train with other Law Enforcement Certified Trainers, Agencies, SWAT Teams and Associations.</div>
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First we start at the beginning, SAFETY!!!!! Whether you are
shooting for recreation, hunting, cleaning your gun in the garage or defending
your family from an attack, all firearms safety rules are derived from 4 basic <a href="http://www.tacticalu.com/docs/gunsafety.pdf" target="_blank">GUN SAFETY</a> principals. Once you understand these principals you
will agree that there is no such thing as a accidental discharge, but only
negligent or careless ones. We keep classes small enough to give special attention to each who attend.</div>
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Next up is nomenclature of the specific weapon you are going
to carry showing you animations of how they function as well as break downs of
their parts and what they are for. Since not all handguns are the same, you
need to understand that just because you may have mastered one type of pistol
or revolver, doesn’t mean you are the master of them all. Do not let your ego
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Then we cover Florida State Statues as well as Federal
Civil Liabilities Law. From there we will show you a few actual scenarios
letting you see how fast things happen and let you decide from what you saw if
actions taken were appropriate responses to attack showing you that everything is subject to debate after the fact. You may have on seconds to react, when the courts and attorneys have weeks, months and even years to build a case based on perceptions and eyewitness accounts. The moral here is
whether you are right or wrong, you are going to be subject to case review by
the States Prosecutor. Bottom line is if you find yourself in a shooting and
you survive, that is where it all begins. Will you be charged criminally? Will you be subject to a civil suit? Your guess is as good as ours. Either
way, the legal fees can ruin your life even if you are found not liable. This is why training for an appropriate response is so important. An example would be, maybe training yourself yell, STOP GO AWAY while retreating. If all else fails then you escalate. Knowing the techniques then practicing them so you can apply them is paramount. Our motto avoid, evade, then if all else fails counter.</div>
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malfunctions, clearing them and keeping your pistol running. The use of
emergency reloads, tactical reloads with and without retention. We also go over
cover vs concealment, mind set, situational awareness, gear and accessories. We
will cover the 7 fundamentals of marksmanship. Then show you how to clean and
maintain your firearms and how to store them safely so unauthorized or untrained
persons cannot gain access. Did you know if a minor under the age of 18 years
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Once we are done discussing this in class we get everyone up
and we begin dry handling their carry weapon. Once everyone is comfortable,
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Please understand this 4 hour course is bare bones minimum as far as we are concerned. We do not get into teaching how to work from a holster in this class. We feel the initial information needs to be practiced and a certain level of motor skill and competency needs to be developed first before you ever attempt to work from a holster. When
you leave you will be on information and sensory overload as it is. Our goal is not to overwhelm you, but give you sufficient information that you can work with. It is up to you to practice what
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if you are going to seek out an instructor for your Concealed Carry Weapons
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Once you have found a trainer(s) you are happy with learn as much as you can from them. There is no substitute for experience. You need to ingrain the skill sets you learn into your subconscious so
that they become muscle memory. This takes time and practice. Do not think that
one class or handling your firearm once or twice a year will suffice. I suggest If you are serious about self-defense you should practice often. Once a month should be a minimum and not just shooting at paper standing still. </div>
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As a firm believer in our second amendment rights. I think
every law abiding citizen should be allowed to carry a firearm, but
with that said I think it is a tremendous responsibility that too many take
lightly. In closing if you are going to possess or carry a gun for protection,
learn how to use it proficiently. Start with formal instruction, and then from
there you can practice on your own.<br />
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