Training

How Many Repetitions Does it Take?

By Craig Martin / November 16, 2016

We recently did an experiment internally. We asked interested employees and trainers to practice a specific holster draw drill 30 times per day or 7 days… or just a total of 210 repetitions over 7 days. These 210 repetitions made a…

Episode 69: National Reciprocity a Reality?

By Riley Bowman / November 14, 2016

Florida and Wisconsin are keeping the election momentum by moving forward with so pro gun rights legislation… and Jacob has some strong opinions about the Wisconsin proposal. Remington is facing another “trigger” lawsuit and there are some challenges to Trump’s promise of National Reciprocity.

3 Things To Do IMMEDIATELY After Your Concealed Carry Class

By Jacob Paulsen / November 11, 2016

The very next day after your class you can do a few simple things that will help prevent failure and maximize your chances for absolute success in firearm related defense. Don’t waste time waiting for your permit by neglecting to do these three things immediately following your class.

What to do if Your Gun is Taken From You in a Fight

By Craig Martin / November 8, 2016

As with holster retention, having to fight for your firearm while it is in your hand can be avoided by maintaining impeccable awareness. A situation of actual hand to hand combat can be avoided altogether if you are covering someone with a firearm and not get too close or never allow the target to approach close enough to…

Episode 67: Concerned Citizen Stops Criminal Pursuit

By Riley Bowman / November 7, 2016

Today we talk about CRAZY cities doing CRAZY things against the 2nd Amendment and we talk about CRAZY people doing CRAZY things in the CRAZY cities! Also a couple of great JUSTIFIED stories to hopefully brighten your day! Listen in now…

Episode 66: Is .22LR Good for Self-Defense?

By Riley Bowman / November 2, 2016

Much time is spent debating the merits of 9mm vs. .45ACP and other calibers, but what about the good ol’ .22 Long Rifle? Is there any reason why someone would use it as a self-defense load? Or is it ridiculous to even consider such a thought?! Listen in to hear what Riley and Jacob have to say….

Episode 65: Happy Halloween! Justified Shootings That Happened On This Date

By Riley Bowman / October 31, 2016

Happy Halloween! Be careful out there tonight!! We share 2 justified shootings where gun owners were forced to defend themselves from masking wearing “ghouls!” Also don’t miss our training tip about how to train for malfunctions RANDOMLY! Listen in now…

Episode 64: Top Shot Mike Hughes: The One Fundamental You MUST Master

By Riley Bowman / October 26, 2016

Mike Hughes, inventor of the S.I.R.T. Pistol, Runner-Up on Season 3 of Top Shot, and founder of Next Level Training joins us to discuss the secrets of pistol performance. Mike shares the three most important shooting skills in order and explains what it takes to win both in competition and in self-defense. Listen in to get the details!!

Episode 63: How to Argue With Gun-Grabbers

By Riley Bowman / October 25, 2016

We have a little different format for this episode that listeners should find interesting. Jacob talks about ways and means to debate and argue successfully with (and hopefully change their minds) with gun-grabbers. Riley talks about the problems with manual safeties on guns. Plus don’t miss the training tip and latest news!! Listen in now…

Episode 62: Outshoot Cops: How to Perform Better Than Average LEOs

By Riley Bowman / October 19, 2016

Oftentimes law enforcement is held up–and usually rightfully so–as the standard for firearms training. But is that necessarily the correct standard to be compared to? Is the law enforcement standard even all that high? Can civilians be equally as prepared and trained–or better–than the law enforcement officers that also serve and protect them? What does one need to do to quickly ramp up their skills and consistently operate at a high level without getting stuck in a rut or on a plateau? Listen in to find out!!…

Episode 61: Two States Falling Prey To Gun Control Lies

By Riley Bowman / October 18, 2016

In today’s episode, we discuss how to transition your firearm from hand to hand and watch out for a Jacob rant about a few laws being proposed in a few states on different sides of the country.

Episode 59: 3 Examples of Dumb Things a CCWer Should Never Do!

By Riley Bowman / October 10, 2016

Today’s episode features 3 incredible justified shooter stories–all from Texas! Today’s training tip is about transitioning focus from the target to the front sight, a critical skill for shooting at and transitioning between multiple targets rapidly and accurately! Listen in!!

Episode 58: Training With OODA Loop in Mind

By Riley Bowman / October 5, 2016

What is the OODA Loop? What applications does the concept have to self-defense situations? What impact should understanding it have on your training? Listen in to find out!!…

Episode 57: Managing Recoil & What Happened in El Cajon?

By Riley Bowman / October 3, 2016

You will be shocked by today’s justified shooter stories. Today’s training tip is about managing recoil and some tips and tricks for shooting rapidly. Listen in!!

Telecommuting: Looking to the Future of the Firearm Industry

By Craig Martin / September 30, 2016

The general consensus of businesses right now is to move to an online based formula, for both customer ease, as well as quality control. The gun industry has not been at the forefront of this movement, however.