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The Difference Can Cause Bleeding
Firearms Training

Cover and Concealment: The Difference Can Cause Bleeding

June 21, 2017 by David Donchess Leave a Comment

The difference between cover and concealment is one of the most misunderstood principles in the self defense. When evaluating the use of cover and concealment, we need to understand what they mean and how to identify them. Let’s look at the difference between cover and concealment. Cover: Will stop/deflect rounds for at least a small time. This splits it into two … [Read more...]

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Rifles

The Assault Rifle: A Philosophy In Practice

November 22, 2016 by David Donchess Leave a Comment

When most people think of an assault rifle, they think of a rifle that is select fire in the sense of being capable of both semi and full auto fire. This is correct but with the added principle of being based on an intermediate cartridge that is both lightweight and still capable of accurate engagements at the practical distances of 500 yards and under. When initially designed, … [Read more...]

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Firearms Training

Military Training: Civilian World Application

September 10, 2016 by David Donchess Leave a Comment

For those of us who have been in the military, we need to understand that what we learned in our military training is great, but it is not the end all be all of the tactical and firearms world. In fact, the military is very behind of firearms training due to the fact that they don't have the time or resources to train you in the ways you can be trained here in the civilian … [Read more...]

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Concealed Carry

Cover vs. Concealment: Life and death judgement call

August 27, 2016 by Steven Hildreth, Jr. 4 Comments

The average time-is-life situation for a concealed carry holder is remarkably short. Most incidents come to a halt with the presentation of a firearm in the holster or with the draw from the holster. Very few actually result in an exchange of fire. The average crook is a prime example of a predatory mindset: They prey on those weaker than themselves, tactically. A show of force … [Read more...]

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Gear

VTAC Upgraded Wide Padded Sling: Comfortable, & Effective

July 29, 2016 by Kevin 3 Comments

This past fall, I found myself in need of a good two point rifle sling at short notice. Elzetta was kind enough to sponsor me for their low light training and zombie shoot at the American Institute of Marksmanship where I would learn defensive uses for rifle, shotgun, and pistol in low light conditions. As two thirds of the all-day event was centered around long gun use, I … [Read more...]

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