The Back Story In September 2013, a 30-year-old man named Nikhom Thephakaysone boarded a crowded commuter train in San Francisco. The man drew a large-frame pistol and pointed the weapon across thetrain’s aisle directly at the man. At one point, he even wiped his nosewith his weapon hand while holding the pistol. Even though there …
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I recently reviewed a post from U.S. Concealed Carry Association discussing the topic of when you are justified in shooting an unarmed attacker. The highlight of the post is a video featuring U.S. Concealed Carry Association Director of Content Kevin Michalowski interviews criminal defense attorney Tom Grieve of Wisconsin-based Grieve Law, LLC. The two men …
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Growing up, I learned that when shooting a pistol, you should focus on the front sight; the rear signed and target would be blurry. That was great when I was in my twenties and thirties. Now as a seventy-something with progressive trifocals, it just doesn’t work. At a recent qualification event, I had to use …
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When I was growing up, my dad (Retired Air Force) would get upset at people wearing a U.S. flag. Things like red, white, and blue shirts, a U.S. flag patch, and the classic bunting were ok with him. Wear a flag over the shoulders would really upset him. With advancements in graphic printing, the line …
We were promised that “red flag” firearm laws were the answer to mass shootings. Back in 2016, votes in Washington State approved a “red flag” firearms seizure law, also called an Extreme Risk Protection Order. Five years later, there’s no evidence that the law has had any beneficial effect on violent crime or suicides, but …
Children and Firearms Safety One of the most pressing issues we as adults face today is the safety of our children and grandchildren. You could refuse to allow firearms in your house. Does this ensure your children and grandchildren are safe? You can be one of the most responsible firearm owners in the country. Does …
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The Company Veteran owned Training that focuses on the knowledge, skills, and attitude required to safely use a firearm Small class size to give you the attention that you need Located in Lake City, Florida My Motivations Firearm safety We all know that firearm sales have skyrocketed. On my trips to the range, I noticed …