Getting Started In Lock Picking

Survival can be a fairly broad term. As a company that focuses on Firearm Training we acknowledge that we make up only a very small part of a large topic and industry. I once made a long list of skills that are important to work on as part of a larger survival plan. On that…

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The Gift of Fear by Gavin De Becker [Book Review]

We always tell our students about the importance of constant learning but they may not realize that a great form of learning is the old traditional reading of a book. On our YouTube channel you can watch my review of a now best selling book for our industry, “The Gift of Fear” by Gavin De…

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The Real Cause of Negligent Discharges

It can be very difficult but wherever possible I attempt to ignore all my emotions and feelings and try to use the cool logic of the human brain to consider the problem at hand. Recently I was discussing with some other firearm instructors the topic of how much training can or should be required for…

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Making the RSO Your Best Friend

The RSO (Range Safety Officer) is the person at the gun range whose responsibility it is to ensure safety on the range. The RSO may not always stand behind each shooter and bark at you if you break any of the rules but generally the RSO is going to call out people who are crossing…

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Georgia Homeowner Fights Off Violent Attackers and Starts Shooting

In January 2016 a Homeowner in Georgia probably thought he was acting wisely when he allowed two people into the home that were dressed in uniform. These two individuals were allegedly, dressed as and impersonating law enforcement but came to the home with bad intentions. Things went bad and the homeowner began to physically wrestle…

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Speed Shooting Competition With LASR

Laser simulated speed shooting competition between Riley and Jacob. In the video you see the LASR software and we are shooting with SIRTs from NLT. Coupon codes and links are below if interested. Racing drills like this have good and bad aspects. The good is that you act with legitimate adrenaline (if you are a competitive person).…

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SIG P516 10″ Pistol With SB15 Arm Brace

Damon and Ron look at the Sig P516 with Arm Brace. The length of the barrel makes this a pistol so it cannot have a traditional stock. Instead it has an arm brace which helps with balance and positioning. http://www.sigsauer.com/CatalogProductDetails/p516-10-pistol-with-sb15-pistol-stabilizing-brace.aspx >>Click here to watch on YouTube (Don’t Forget to Subscribe to our Channel) Damon’s Monday Video…

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Virginia Reciprocity Changes are Delayed Pending Legislation

Back in December 2015 the Virginia Attorney General announced that they would cease honoring the permits from 25 states that they previously did honor. This would have some far reaching impacts as six of those 25 states would also stop honoring the Virginia permit due to the decision. We outlined the implications in this previous…

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Concealed Carry Options for Travelers to Virginia

On February 1st, 2016 a change in policy by the State of Virginia caused over 20 state permits that were previously recognized in Virginia to no longer be honored there. If you live in one of those states, or a state that has never had reciprocity with Virginia this article will outline your options. Get…

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