Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend.
“Scan and Assess” Seeing Beyond the Bang
“Shooting is a mechanical skill. Staying alive after the shooting stops is a mental and emotional one. “Scan and Assess” reinforces your ability to think under pressure, remain aware of your surroundings, and respond to the evolving complexity of a critical incident. Train with purpose. Look beyond the target. Stay curious about your environment, and never let your guard down after the shots are fired. Because in the real world, the fight doesn’t end with the bang, it begins with what you do next.”
Final SCCY Report
Claude’s evaluation of this budget brand.
How Would You Handle This Guy Ramming You With His Car?
This is a useful scenario to spend a few minutes contemplating.
SKS: Variations, Upgrades, & Issues
Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about the SKS carbine and probably a whole bunch more.
Chasing the Sub-Second Draw
Zo’s thoughts on the utility of this achievement.
Ninjas?
“You know, you’re probably not really a Ninja, nor do you need to be.”
The Levels of Eye Contact
Although this article describes eye contact in the context of romantic attraction, some of the author’s eye contact levels have utility in the self protection realm as well. You want to be alert for what he describes as Level 1 (Intentional Avoidance of Eye Contact), Level 5 (The Gaze), and Level 9 (The Crazies).
Criminals often intentionally avoid eye contact when plotting their attack. They are afraid if you see their eyes you might figure out their intentions.
In the criminal context “The Gaze” is called “target glancing.” The bad guy is looking at you to determine how good of a target you might be and how best to accomplish his goals.
When you see the “Crazy Eyes” you should be especially alert. Crazy eyes are an indicator of unpredictability. I generally try to avoid unpredictable people in a social context.
Watch for these levels of eye contact when you are out in public. You may be able to stop an attack or even get a date.
The Very Real Danger of Over-Penetrating Bullets
Massad Ayoob identifies some “downrange problems.”
Rangemaster Monthly Newsletter
Lots of good stuff in this month’s edition.
IN THE KING’S NAME : THE “CITIZEN’S ARREST”
One of the articles in Tom’s newsletter above is about Citizen’s Arrests. If you want some more info, in this article an attorney goes into great detail about the dangers involved in a “citizen’s arrest.” My advice is simpler. Don’t do it. Ever.
Pepper spray
A quick pepper spray review as we approach riot season.
10 Keys to Success in the Police Academy…and Life
Some tips for any of you interested in police work.
Life is General. Embrace the Coyote.
An essay on the value in being a generalist. I agree. Read my article Skill Development- When Are You Good Enough? for my take on the topic.
Homicide Breakdown 2023
“Homicides and gun use skew significantly to the demographics of street gangs.”
Leather is Luxury: Natural Carry Holster Care
For those of you who use leather holsters.
Understanding Ohio’s Weapons Law – Part 6 – Carrying Concealed Weapons I
Continuing the deep dive into Ohio weapons laws.
7 Movements That Give Away Your Concealed Carry Advantage (And How To Fix Them)
Movements both cops and criminals are looking for to determine if you are carrying a gun.
Nashville School Shooter Investigation
The final investigation report. Opens to PDF.
Snub Skill Assessment
Try this shooting drill with a snub revolver or small pocket auto.
Rethinking Firearms: The Philosophy Behind the Altor Pistol
I still don’t understand the purpose of this gun. Am I the only one who looks at it and thinks “modern day Liberator pistol?”
Collecting Hammers and the Pillars of Skill Building
“In martial training, it’s extremely common to hear the phrase “tools in the toolbox”.
When a student pipes up and asks about a different way of doing things? Tools in the toolbox.
A technique or approach that’s different? Tools for the toolbox.
You don’t see carpenters going around with a belt full of hammers, do you?
No. They select the best possible tool for the task at hand based on knowledge, experience, and desired outcome. The carpenter probably goes through a few different hammers before he finds the one that best suits him, but in general, he doesn’t keep going back out to look for more hammers once he’s got one that works.
He finds one that’s balance, good for a variety of situations, and that is durable enough to hold up to the work, and that’s that. He isn’t out collecting hammers expecting that someday he’ll find the perfect scenario for that niche tool.”
ACLDN Monthly Journal
The network journal has an excellent interview about developing resilience strategies.
Five Weird Russian Guns
Some odd ones in that batch.
Kaztac Wrapid Revolver Loader Review
Listen to Caleb. Not recommended.
Do The Unexpected
“When we act immediately, especially doing the unexpected, we have a far better chance of ruining the criminal’s day.”
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