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.

[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.

[KenP]

Originally Posted by PARAGON

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

I think the world of that company.

[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!

[ROX]

Originally Posted by 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.

Excellent advise for a beginner. However, I would not use one of Kens, I would go find one that fits your palm, like a nice pair of jeans. If you want it near you or on you, you'll have to be extra careful with kids around, but if your worried about that freak jacking your car while you're not looking, you better get really comfortable with the idea of having a loaded weapon around. LEARN AND PRACTICE TILL ITS SECOND NATURE! Victorias Secret was selling a bra that had a spot for a gun, but I'm not sure if they still have them.

Shotguns are good, but almost never in a handy spot if you need it, and they're kind of difficult to conceal, so only work good in home defense. IMO.

I've been trying to figure out a good way to conceal a gun in the entry way of our home, without anyone knowing it's there. I hate it when people come to the door and I have to open it without having a backup. Especially out in the country. Maybe I'll just give the 6 year old the scatter gun and have him stand behind me.

Good luck, and be careful, friend!

[f5fstop]

Originally Posted by H2 Rocks

Excellent advise for a beginner. However, I would not use one of Kens, I would go find one that fits your palm, like a nice pair of jeans. If you want it near you or on you, you'll have to be extra careful with kids around, but if your worried about that freak jacking your car while you're not looking, you better get really comfortable with the idea of having a loaded weapon around. LEARN AND PRACTICE TILL ITS SECOND NATURE! Victorias Secret was selling a bra that had a spot for a gun, but I'm not sure if they still have them.

Shotguns are good, but almost never in a handy spot if you need it, and they're kind of difficult to conceal, so only work good in home defense. IMO.

I've been trying to figure out a good way to conceal a gun in the entry way of our home, without anyone knowing it's there. I hate it when people come to the door and I have to open it without having a backup. Especially out in the country. Maybe I'll just give the 6 year old the scatter gun and have him stand behind me.

Good luck, and be careful, friend!

You don't have a peephole in the door to see who is there? If not, get one.
As for the gun and a young child; not sure what I would have done. When my kids were that young, I wore a handgun 24/7, unless in bed, so the gun was always at my side, or in a bedside safe (part of the alarm clock), and my kids were taught gun safety starting around 7 years of age.

I would also suggest getting a handgun carry license, so that for those times you need to carry off the property, you are legal.

[KenP]

I've had guns all my life. Literally since I was a kid.

I think she'd be fine with a S&W .38 with the laser sight. Heck, she probably doesn't need the sights anyway. Just point and shoot.

For the record, the carjacking DID NOT take place in our 'hood. It happened at a mall parking lot. Forensics was at their house for awhile going over the car.

[Mrs.ssippi]

Thank God they used duct tape and not Hurricane Tape that woman would still be trying to get out. Sorry I just had to say it.

[CO Hummer]

First of all - you should carry, you should get your own gun, and you should practice a TON.


But most important --- Think of the great conversions you could have at your tea parties.

"Hey, did you see those new Gucci handbags that just came out?".

"No, but check out this Glock. I could cap you Mo Fos right now........"