GUN safety training course

[h2co-pilot]

Okay, while I am home alone now (trying to keep busy) and worried because a neighbor was car jacked (he choked her, duct taped her and eventually let her go but took her address and compared it to her license before doing so- he could come back or something) I am a little worried.

I have mace but Paragon suggested to me awhile back that I take a safety course. Learning the basic handling cleaning and operation of one. I forgot that I was going to look into it until now.

They scare me frankly and I have never touched one. But we have a few and I just want to know that I can use one if needed and maintain one so it will fire. Maybe get into target shooting for practice.

So, to the point , I have been looking on-line and there are several available- thru the NRA and local stores but some of them include batton training and stuff. Anyone take a course like I described and remember what it was called? Could I use one of Ken's or do they provide one or do I have to get one?

Thanks in advance.

[PARAGON]

It's like a vibrator, use your own.

General personal defense courses along with a handgun course could do nothing but help.

[dеiтайожни]

Oh crap, where did I put my bullet proof vest.

BTW - you just told the world you are home alone now and don't know how to defend yourself. I think not disclosing that sort of information is lesson 1.

[H2Blondie]

Call your local gun dealers and talk to them about what you are interested in learning; they can point you in the right direction. Another option is to call any local gun ranges, especially indoor ones, as many of them either teach handgun safety or know someone that does.

As for which gun to use, you will want to either use one of Ken's or get one of your own so that you can become comfortable handling and shooting it. Make sure before you ever pull it out that you are mentally capable of shooting to kill. A US Marshal once told me that it's better to face 12 in a box than 6 around your's!

[h2co-pilot]

Originally Posted by dеiтайожни

BTW - you just told the world you are home alone now and don't know how to defend yourself. I think not disclosing that sort of information is lesson 1.

Did I mention Kenny is in the shower?


I guess I will call around or go check out the local shops sometime soon. I don't think I could kill, I never thought about it- well I guess I would if I felt threatened- I guess they would go over that in the course.

[PARAGON]

http://www.blackwaterusa.com/images/...y%20Pistol.pdf

[DDWH]

Get your blackbelt!

[Big Z]

Get A Smith & Wesson Featherlight 38spl with lasergrip. PLUS the course...will try to post the tactical course (Name) later....Smith w/laser=No Brainer!

[h2co-pilot]

I dunno about actually getting one, it is really not me. Unless of course they have a Gucci or Prada design or a pink one. Maybe a cute holster. I would just feel totally out of character buying one.

Originally Posted by DDWH

Get your blackbelt!

I took Krav Maga classes and believe me, I'm not afraid to bite, kick or rip a ball.


But I am little and thought that I would feel more comfortable if I knew how to use one. Or at least have him at hello.

[H2Blondie]

Kel-Tec makes pink ones...no excuse now. Their 380 is a nice size if you plan on carrying it concealed.

[dеiтайожни]

Originally Posted by h2co-pilot

I dunno about actually getting one, it is really not me. Unless of course they have a Gucci or Prada design or a pink one. Maybe a cute holster. I would just feel totally out of character buying one.

Here you go, a Gucci Glock.

[DRTYFN]

Originally Posted by h2co-pilot

I took Krav Maga classes and believe me, I'm not afraid to bite, kick or rip a ball.

Is that why Moonie is so feisty?

Also, was there a description of the assailant? I'm sure the Elcovans would appreciate it so they could know who to be on the look out for.

[DRTYFN]

Originally Posted by d?i???????

Here you go, a Gucci Glock.

This one is for the homies.

[Big Z]

Originally Posted by DRTYFN

This one is for the homies.

Now that's some funny $hit!

[Idaho-Hummer]

Originally Posted by Big Z

Now that's some funny $hit!

x2

[ssgharkness020147]

CP,
Every range in my area always has an instructor. Now, generally they do not work at the range, but instead are some old timer that is retired and has been certified to instruct people on all the do's and dont's of shooting. I would advise you go this route to begin. The instructors will tell you everything you need to know on how to begin shooting, starting with the most rudimentary basics and going on up from there. Also, there are a number of guns at their disposal for you to try. Guns are all different CP, the caliber will affect the amount of recoil quite a bit. The angle of the "handle" aka grip will affect how the recoil impacts your body alot. This can make or break weather or not you like the gun, its all about how it shoots. Different strokes for different folks. If you want to start I say go for it. Its a great sport and can be alot of fun, but get someone qualified to instruct you and be safe. Oh and if the robber comes for you do me a favor: put a cap in that boyz ass.

[deserth3]

If you don't want a gun you can always get a dog. A Belgian Malinois or Tervuren make great guard dogs (cops use them), love to play and are always ready to do something. They weight in at 50 lbs.
Mine is a mix but she scares everyone who comes to the door.
Downside; If you have kids get a puppy. Mine is a rescue and you can tell the child she was with was never taught how to treat a dog. Now I have to watch her like a hawk around little kids.

If you get a gun, I'd suggest a semi-automatic. When you're panicy and someone's breaking in the front door, it's a lot easier to insert a clip than put bullets in a revolver.

[funkzilla]

spaz 12-guage...riot gun. make no mistakes leave no evidence.

[h2co-pilot]

Originally Posted by DRTYFN

Also, was there a description of the assailant? I'm sure the Elcovans would appreciate it so they could know who to be on the look out for.

Black male. He was pretending to work on his car in a near-by mall parking lot and came up from behind her and choked her and threw her in her back seat and duct taped her until letting her go when he was done running errands or whatever. The scary thing was getting her address. It was never on the news so I assume there was a threat. She is a really nice older woman (50's probably), from what I understand she was bruised pretty badly. I thought someone was murdered with all the forensic units that were here. He had gloves on.

I was kidding about the designer guns. But I will be looking at my options and let you all know what I do. I would never carry and have to be safe with children in the house. Ken said he will help me figure stuff out as I don't even know what a magazine is etc. I may end up getting one as he said most of his are automatic and powerful and the only revolver he has is 357 or something and he said it will prolly be too powerful for a beginner.

I have said it before, I scare myself waiting for the toast to pop up out of the toaster and opening those pilsbury dough cans that pop open. So it should be interesting. Who knows, I could have an inner GI Jane or Gangsta bish.

[GLBLWARMR]

Pump action shot guns are the best for home defense. With pistols, even with alot of training, there is a chance you could miss. I have only had two breakins into my house. Once I was not home. The other time we were sleeping. We heard them screwing with the slider. So I grabbed my shotgun and came out of the bedroom. I racked the son of a bitch once and the fvckers heard it and ran away. To bad I wanted to shoot them. The reason I say go with pump action is everyone knows that sound and if they hear that they will not hang around.

For everyday personal defense while walking around on the street, the best is tasers or pepper spray and self defense courses. If you go with pepper spray go with the kind with dye in them. Not only does it blind the person it will dye their skin so if they get away they will be easy to find.