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Two found out at the class that they had "issues" with the background investigation (I'm not counting those). I didn't hear exactly what their issues were, or if they were merely delayed, or disqualified.

One person from the 150 or so in our class didn't pass the written test, which quite frankly - should be grounds for flogging. The review was extensive, and it's essentially the same exam we already took to get our CHL in the first place.

I was in the 3rd of three range relays on Friday, and although there were several who had to take a 2nd or 3rd try in all three relays, the only one that didn't pass due to marksmanship was in our relay.

Everyone was pretty freaked out about the revolver requirement. (Myself included.) Most found out that was needless mental torture. (Myself included.) Point it that'a way. Make it go bang. You'll do fine. I nailed both the SA and then NSA first try.

The "turning targets" seemed to have the biggest mental effect on shooters. If you've never fired on turning targets before, they can be a bit unnerving.

Any prospective instructors who have not yet taken their class should immediately drop to their knees and kiss the ground that the class has been moved to Georgetown.

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WHAT. A. RAT. TRAP.

The June 14-18 class was at the St. Michaels/HoJo's on the corner of working girl and panhandler, and it got so bad we had to organize round the clock parking lot patrols.

The class itself was great - and the location of the class was of course completely out of the control of the DPS personnel involved with the class itself - they were doing the best they could, but even they were rolling their eyes at the conditions.

I'm sure the classes in Georgetown will be much more stress-free.

On the upside, the DPS range facility is absolutely incredible. Good luck to everyone yet to take their class. We had 150 in ours, and passed all but 2.

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John