switch wrote:Who knows why they do anything they do.
When the law was first passed, you had to qualify w/a .380 or bigger - both students AND instructors. Then they lowered the minimum caliber to .32 for students (instructors still need a .380).
Probably so James Bond could qualify w/his PPK. :)
TITLE 37 PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONS
PART 1 TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
CHAPTER 6 LICENSE TO CARRY HANDGUNS
SUBCHAPTER G CERTIFIED HANDGUN INSTRUCTORS
RULE §6.73 Firearm Proficiency Training Equipment
An instructor applicant must bring the following required equipment to firearm proficiency training: one non semi-automatic handgun; one semi-automatic handgun; ammunition; ear protection (over-the-ear) and eye protection; other appropriate protective clothing; and other equipment as determined by the department. Handguns must be at least .32 caliber. No optical enhancers will be allowed for instructor applicants or for applicants of concealed handgun licenses.