Rangemaster's lowlight AAR
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fm2 »
Fri Apr 18, 2008 3:12 pm
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I was lucky enough to attend a class by Tom Givens @ Rangemaster recently. He covered the history of low light & night time use of handguns.
The...
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My first few police duty flashlights were Kel-Light's, every bit as good as Maglights.
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Fri Apr 18, 2008 7:23 pm
Training with Jerry M
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TxD »
Tue Apr 15, 2008 1:09 pm
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Ok, SRVA, Compvest, and DMG, share with us one new thing that each of you learned from training with Jerry.
Not asking for any secrets here. :rules:
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David, picturing you doing a tactical roll gave me quite a chuckle, even though I know that's not what you meant by rolling. :biggrinjester:
Let's...
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Tue Apr 15, 2008 3:12 pm
Gutter Medicine for Shooters
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yerasimos »
Thu Apr 03, 2008 11:06 pm
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Recently I had the opportunity to attend a course organized by Suarez International called Gutter Medicine for Shooters. The instructor was Ian...
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Looking at my notes, most of his recommendations for the trauma kit seemed geared toward a quasi-paramedic role, which is not surprising, given his...
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Sun Apr 06, 2008 8:39 am
Poll on Malfunction Clearances
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Ranger+P+ »
Tue Mar 25, 2008 11:24 pm
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Just a little poll to raise awareness.
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It seems that you can make the glock malfunction... the magazine is the week link.
Guess I need to start using mine as a hammer, shooting it with a...
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apostate »
Sat Apr 05, 2008 5:48 pm
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I have had my eye upon the Dallas class for a while. A couple questions:
1. Do you know who will be the Insights instructor?
2. Do you know who is...
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Sat Apr 05, 2008 7:19 pm
Polite Society Tactical Conference
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Paladin »
Wed Apr 02, 2008 3:03 pm
2008 Tactical Conference:
Pages 2 and 3.
Several Texas instructors, including Hany Mahmoud, Karl Rehn, Steve Moses, and T.J. Pilling were there....
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Last post by Paladin
Wed Apr 02, 2008 3:03 pm
KR Training - Defensive Pistol Skills
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stroo »
Mon Mar 31, 2008 12:49 pm
I took this class from Karl last Saturday. It was a great class concentrating on trigger control, drawing, drawing from concealment and some...
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Mon Mar 31, 2008 12:49 pm
Back from Training
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Ranger+P+ »
Mon Mar 17, 2008 11:19 pm
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Just got back from monthly training with my Employer. We had several guest instructors, one of which was Mike Rayburn, a 17 year LEO and adjunct...
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Another good, informative post from Ranger. Thanks :thumbs2:
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Last post by thankGod
Tue Mar 18, 2008 4:34 pm
Gordon Carrell's Pistol II at JPGC
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LJ! »
Tue Mar 04, 2008 7:39 pm
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I was a skeptic. I was totally, undeniably WRONG! I don't care if...
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Tue Mar 04, 2008 7:39 pm
Santa's training wishlist for 2008
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Bill »
Mon Dec 10, 2007 8:45 am
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OK warriors and warrioretts, whats on your wish list for training in 2008
1. Hoffner shotgun, American Defenders, SoSu
2. CHL instructor
3. NRA...
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Seriously. You get a free (early) dinner.
I have one taker. Nobody else brave enough to undertake Farnam's course in Victoria?
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Last post by Skiprr
Fri Feb 15, 2008 11:17 pm
Training videos: ECQC, Knife/hand, tac. pistol/shotgun/rifle
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jrmy_1 »
Mon Jan 21, 2008 8:07 pm
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Anyone have any experience with any of the training videos that are offered by some of the well known self defense training schools? I'm going to buy...
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I just watched some previews of Die Less Often 1&2 and they seem like pretty good videos. Anyone have experience with these training videos or...
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Mon Jan 28, 2008 8:55 pm
Jim Cirillo: advice from a Master Gunfighter
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Paladin »
Mon Jan 28, 2008 6:15 pm
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Is your training adequate for self defense?
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well I think I am good to go with my gunfighting skills as I have taken the Gun site classes 150,250, and last July I took the 350 class and I hope...
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Last post by Texasdoc
Mon Jan 28, 2008 7:24 pm
suarez international 2006 training
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Paladin »
Thu Aug 25, 2005 3:10 pm
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Training in 2006:
Mar 23-24
Close Range Gunfighting $365.00 Enroll Online Houston, Texas
Gabe Suarez
Mar 25-26
Rifle Gunfighting/Urban Carbine...
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Thought I'd post here rather than starting a new Topic. The Suarez Intl. newsletter came out this morning, and it noted that their complete training...
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Last post by Skiprr
Mon Jan 21, 2008 1:18 pm
Advanced Training for Senior Shooters
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ezypikns »
Sun Feb 25, 2007 11:46 pm
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I would like to know if there are courses anywhere in the state that are designed for older shooters. I have read some course descriptions from some...
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Sounds interesting, I'll be watching. Say hi to Paul for me.
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Last post by gmckinl
Thu Jan 17, 2008 9:07 am
LMS Defense training
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Texasdoc »
Fri Jan 11, 2008 8:11 pm
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I good friend sent me this and he is going to attend a few of there classes this year so I thught I would post the link it looks like it a good place...
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sure will , I hope to be going in June .
Doc
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Last post by Texasdoc
Fri Jan 11, 2008 11:36 pm
Chuck Taylor's Academy
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dihappy »
Sun Jan 06, 2008 7:27 am
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I dont want to step on any toes, but can anyone recommend a few advanced handgun training centers in Texas which are similar to Chuck Taylor's?
I...
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Thank you Paladin :)
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Tue Jan 08, 2008 2:39 pm
Tactical Response
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Bill »
Thu Sep 20, 2007 4:59 pm
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I have signed up for 4 days basic pistol and advanced pistol. The CEO James Yeager will be teaching. I will report back and give a detailed blow by...
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Yes, FF was there and I have been with him in a couple of other classes.
HRCC in September was by far the most humbling class I have taken.
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Last post by rdy357
Wed Dec 26, 2007 5:59 pm
Hoffners AAR
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Bill »
Mon Dec 10, 2007 12:00 am
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It was a great two days at the Tobin Ranch range in Victoria, Texas. We met at the Hotel at 8 am. After a short drive to the range we wasted no time...
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Dennis originally bought a little over 200 acres there near Victoria, and it included a waterway of some sort. He excavated and widened the waterway,...
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Mon Dec 10, 2007 6:41 pm
Hoffners class this weekend AAR next week
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Bill »
Wed Nov 28, 2007 7:45 pm
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I will be attending this class this weekend, I will report back next week when I recover. My wife thinks I joining the Army :lol:
Dynamic Tactical...
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Thanks for the heads up Skiprr :thumbsup:
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Last post by Bill
Fri Nov 30, 2007 12:08 am
KR Review
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Bill »
Sun Nov 18, 2007 11:01 am
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Thanks to Karl for being a great host, I am sure I speak for all. A good teacher and great target. :fire
First let me say, I see airsoft fighting...
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Airsoft Atlanta, its the kJW and bought an extra mag for tactical reloads. It so close to the real thing its scary. Several orders with good service...
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Sun Nov 25, 2007 9:21 pm
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Last post by lonestar2
Sat Nov 24, 2007 2:43 pm
For those of you interested in Thunder Ranch classes
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KinnyLee »
Tue Nov 20, 2007 11:09 pm
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Instead of going to Oregon, Clint Smith is coming to you. (Well, almost)
Seems like some good classes. Wish I can afford it, but I'm afraid I'll...
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Interesting idea. My wife and I are slowly working our way through the lower 48 states. I've been wanting to get to Oregon, and that gives me another...
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Wed Nov 21, 2007 8:49 am
unarmed self defense training
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yerasimos »
Sun Nov 18, 2007 7:47 pm
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Just out of curiosity, how many folks would be interested in this type of training, if held in central Texas (~3-4 hours from Houston or DFW):...
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Sounds like good times to me!
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Last post by fm2
Tue Nov 20, 2007 8:17 pm
NRA Personal Protection Classes at PSC
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Charles L. Cotton »
Thu Sep 06, 2007 2:25 pm
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I am going to be offering the NRA Personal Protection Inside the Home Class (PPIH) in October, followed by the NRA Personal Protection Outside the...
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Kyle,
Thank you very much for the information.
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Last post by Abraham
Mon Nov 19, 2007 9:42 am
KR Training Force on Force review next week
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Bill »
Sun Nov 11, 2007 3:43 pm
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I will be at to do this
Course Description: An intensive force-on-force training course that will improve the student's ability to perform in...
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I took that class last year, I got shot in unprotected places a few times. It only hurts for a few seconds. I wouldn't bother with gloves, myself.
I...
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Last post by O6nop
Wed Nov 14, 2007 11:08 pm
AR Training Classes
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Animal Cop »
Tue Oct 23, 2007 4:30 pm
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I am looking for some AR training, can anyone tell me about some basic and advanced training classes. Has anyone attended any class that they would...
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Bob's mention of Impact Zone reminds me that Brian Hoffner will be teaching a tactical rifle class in Victoria December 1 and 2. Hoffner teaches at...
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Sat Nov 10, 2007 5:16 pm
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Last post by Bill
Wed Oct 31, 2007 6:30 am
NRA Personal Protection Courses
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Charles L. Cotton »
Thu Oct 25, 2007 1:41 pm
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I've scheduled the following NRA Personal Protection Courses at PSC:
NRA Personal Protection Inside the Home (PPIH):
Friday Dec. 7th from 6:00 pm...
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What topics are covered in the PPIH class?
JLaw
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Last post by JLaw
Fri Oct 26, 2007 6:21 pm
Advanced Concealed Carry Courses Soon
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txinvestigator »
Thu Aug 16, 2007 10:23 am
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Click on Schedules, the click on the Blue title of the class in which you are interested;
The Dallas class will be at Elm Fork IF she dries out.
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I miss your point. Are complaining of the design of the website?
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Last post by txinvestigator
Thu Oct 25, 2007 10:24 am
I would love to take this course
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Bill »
Mon Oct 01, 2007 6:24 pm
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I think this class would be not only fun but a great asseset to your family and communtiy. If my family was involved in a accident of any kind,...
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Nice review. I especially like to read about how gear worked out. I am not a buy all the latest gear kinda guy, I like to keep it simple/robust but I...
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Last post by fm2
Wed Oct 24, 2007 10:45 am
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Last post by Vic303
Wed Oct 17, 2007 5:48 pm
Ladies' Rifle class?
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Venus Pax »
Mon Oct 15, 2007 8:26 pm
I was wondering if there would be anymore planning on a ladies' basic rifle class.
It has been ages since I've shot a rifle, and my dad was standing...
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Last post by Venus Pax
Mon Oct 15, 2007 8:26 pm
Ladies' Basic Pistol Class
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TraCoun »
Mon Oct 15, 2007 7:30 am
I have scheduled a Ladies' NRA Basic Pistol Class for Saturday, 12/29/07, at PSC. It will start at 8:00 AM and last until 6:00 PM. Visit for...
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Last post by TraCoun
Mon Oct 15, 2007 7:30 am
Article: Final Exam
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Paladin »
Wed Oct 10, 2007 5:05 pm
The National Tactical Invitational is the pinnacle of combat training - as close as you can get to a real life shoot-out - Andy Stanford
Article in...
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Last post by Paladin
Wed Oct 10, 2007 5:05 pm
3 Day Self Defense Camp
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sensei6 »
Thu Jun 28, 2007 4:01 pm
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I know some of you came to our dojo for the seminar that flintknapper put together awhile back.
Since there was a good deal of interest in it, I...
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Just a reminder, if any of you will be in the Nacogdoches area this weekend. It's going to be a good'ern.
Also, we reduced the price 25 bucks for...
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Last post by sensei6
Thu Oct 04, 2007 10:03 am
Online Criminal Justice distance learning
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nitrogen »
Wed Sep 26, 2007 4:30 pm
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I'm toying with the idea of getting a bachelors in Criminal Justice, thinking about future careers in Law Enforcement and Security. (I basically hate...
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Thats why my bank account is so low now.
Actually it wasn't any more that what I spent on my oldest to go to UofH and not much more than my next one...
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Last post by RPBrown
Thu Sep 27, 2007 6:32 am
Shivworks Fighting Handgun DVD
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Paladin »
Mon Sep 24, 2007 10:49 am
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I just got the chance to see the Shivworks Fighting Handgun DVD discussed here:
The first half is all about building some basic tools for extreme...
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Good idea on using, Airsoft replicas to develop the proper drawstroke. The downside to the Airsoft replicas is that they don't hold up for long when...
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Last post by fm2
Mon Sep 24, 2007 5:31 pm
Sig Sauer Armorer's Course DVDs
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WildBill »
Sun Sep 23, 2007 5:59 pm
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Does any one have any experience with SIG SAUER ARMORER'S DVD available from Brownell's?
I am thinking of putting a short trigger in my Sig P239. I...
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Thanks Roadrunner & Xander.
I will order them today! :grin:
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Last post by WildBill
Mon Sep 24, 2007 8:21 am
where's Hoffner?
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Bill »
Thu Sep 20, 2007 5:16 pm
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I have tried the last 4 days leaving messages and emails but not so much as a peep. I was supposed to take his 4 day advanced classes that started...
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I forgot to say; I highly recommend this course! :smile:
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Last post by oilman
Sun Sep 23, 2007 5:15 pm
NRA Classes ....
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TraCoun »
Thu Sep 20, 2007 11:51 am
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I've scheduled the following NRA classes for anyone interested:
Range Safety Officer -- Saturday, October 20 - 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
NRA Pistol...
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I really appreciate your time last Saturday, you are a man of integrity, plus you taught a good class.
1. made it interesting even though subject...
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Last post by Bill
Thu Sep 20, 2007 4:53 pm
Farnam Basic Defensive Handgun Course
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ELB »
Thu May 24, 2007 11:34 pm
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Hi folks. New guy on the board here, I think a forum devoted to Texas CHL holders is an excellent idea, particularly the areas that help keep track...
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Good review. I too learned sooo very much from that class. I grew up around guns as my father was LASD and I thought I was very safe and knew a...
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Last post by Ruprex
Tue Sep 11, 2007 5:47 pm
Now I am a Warrior (OK beginner warrior)
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Bill »
Sat Sep 08, 2007 11:58 am
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We had a very condensed 1 day private instruction with Brian Hoffner where we spent the day at Impact Zone taking his Tactical Pistol I and I must...
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Sounds like you had a great time and learned a bunch. :grin:
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Last post by ScubaSigGuy
Sat Sep 08, 2007 12:45 pm
Which one do I choose
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Bill »
Mon Sep 03, 2007 8:16 pm
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Wife says go for it, :grin: so here I go. Now if I could only figure out which to choose. I would like basic gun defence, then i want more advanced...
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I am set for Hofners tomorrow at Impact Zone for a condensed basic pistol. I will then take II and III on the 20th-23rd. I will report back whilst...
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Last post by Bill
Thu Sep 06, 2007 3:47 pm
NRA Basic Instructor Training
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TraCoun »
Thu Sep 06, 2007 11:44 am
I will have a session of NRA Basic Instructor Training (BIT) on 9/15/07.
It will be at PSC, in the blue building. It will start at 8:00 AM and we...
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Last post by TraCoun
Thu Sep 06, 2007 11:44 am
a good laugh
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Bill »
Thu Sep 06, 2007 6:38 am
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I decided to look for some clothing for training class. I went to a surplus place on 45 just north of Downtown. Wow, did not know I had so many...
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The term that I use for guys that show up to training looking like that is Tactical Ted . Just make sure that the equipment that counts is high...
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Last post by GlockenHammer
Thu Sep 06, 2007 7:50 am
Videos on Basic Rifle Marksmanship (USMC)
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Paladin »
Fri Aug 24, 2007 4:10 pm
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These appear to be USMC training videos from the 80s. Only the basics here, but it could be useful to those learning the AR-15
Part 1
Part 2
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These appear to be follow-on videos focusing on weapons handling. Also good for the new shooter of M16 paterned rifles like the AR-15.
Part 1:...
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Last post by GlockenHammer
Sun Aug 26, 2007 9:19 pm
What Next after a CHL? ------------------->
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Dougmyers5 »
Wed Jul 11, 2007 1:19 pm
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I have my CHL now and I am wondering what I can do to move to the next level?
OK by that I mean training for Security level or Body Guard, Private...
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I know this has been mentioned elswhere, but John Farnam's Defense Training International () makes its twice-yearly stop in Texas (Victoria) this...
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Last post by Skiprr
Wed Aug 01, 2007 8:40 pm
Tactics books
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Zero_G »
Thu Jun 28, 2007 10:50 pm
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I'd like to get some recommendations on good books on handgun tactics for personal defense. I've been learning lots of things piecemeal here on this...
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It's also available for direct purchase at his Website: . Even better, while there you can browse a few other articles he's written.
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Mon Jul 30, 2007 12:33 pm
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Tue Jul 24, 2007 7:22 am
Opinions on training program requested
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Charles L. Cotton »
Thu Jun 21, 2007 1:03 pm
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Thanks for the PM. Perhaps you and your wife would enjoy taking one or more of the NRA pistol courses like NRA Basic Pistol, Personal Protection in...
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Here is the schedule for the training program discussed in this thread.
August 3rd (Friday): NRA Basic Pistol - 6:00 p to 9:00 pm
August 4th (Sat.):...
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Sun Jul 08, 2007 8:17 pm
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