Training Tools, Gear, and Resources
Resources
The Law of Self Defense
The #1 guide for understanding your state’s requirements when using force to protect yourself:
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Clearly explains not just the state statutes but how the courts apply them
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Corrects the myths that get people in trouble
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Many interesting, if sometimes heart-wrenching, true-life examples
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Concealed Carry and Home Defense
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Quick reference guide for all things Concealed carry and home defense
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Covers basics of Firearms safety all the way up to home defense with pistol, rifle, and shotgun.
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USCCA
I am a member of USCCA for the reasons listed below
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They Cover bond
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They cover you in all 50 states
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They compensate you while in court
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They cover any weapon you may use, firearm, knife, baseball bat, etc.
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Three levels to choose from Elite, Platinum, and Gold at different price points.
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And the list goes on.
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Gun/Range Gear
Gun Case
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Howard Leight Safety Gear
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The best Electronic earmuffs made
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Some of the most comfortable safety glasses out there
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Shot Timer
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Take your training to the next level by tracking your shots
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Set a baseline and continually challenge yourself
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MTM Ammo Crates
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Some of the best ammo crates available
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Watertight
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Lockable
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Completely stackable
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Truck/Car Safe
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Large secure cable
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Fits under most seats
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Securely stores your firearm when you cant carry
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Speed Loader
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Save your thumbs from the repetitive motions and pinching of loading your magazines
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Quickly load magaze in around half the time
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NeoMag
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If you pocket carry a backup magazine then this tool is a must
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Makes pocket draw convenient
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looks just like a pocket knife or flashlight
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OWB Range holster
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We highly recommend spending a good amount of money on a quality holster, but these will do for a range visit or in a pinch for training.
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Forbus makes a good, cheap OWB Paddle holster.
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Avoid holsters with the finger button trigger retention!
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Rifle Sling
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Two Point sling
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Quick size adjustments to accommodate movement and use of a sidearm
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AR15 Magazine Pouch
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Paddle Design
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Easy to use for most training situations.
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Range Pouch
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Keep everything you need on your body
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Molle attachments to attach to whatever you need
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OTIS Gun cleaning Kits and Oils
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Otis gun oils are the only ones I use on my firearms.
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Their CLP all in one oil is by far one of the best all in one oils on the market
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Cable cleaning kits make it easy to clean revolvers or fixed barrel firearms
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Cotton patches that can be used multiple times before being discarded
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Target Stands
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Uses any 1"x2" Lumber.
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Compact and easy to travel with.
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Steel Target Stand
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Easy to set up and use
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Requires 1" Conduit
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Compact and easy to travel with.
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Steel Targets
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Get instant feedback on shot placement
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For use at Distances
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Minimum 7 yards for Handgun
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Minimum 25 yards for Rifle
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Gun Cleaning Mat
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Keep your work area clean
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Help protect your firearm from a hard surface
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Shows all the parts of the firearm
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Hoppe's Lead-B-Gone
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Removes Lead and Gunshot residue when you don't have access to wash your hands right away
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Target Glue/Stapler
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Using staples ensures your backer stays put.
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Using glue for your target ensures you don't cut your hand on errant staples.
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Tactical First Aid Gear
IFAK - Immediate First Aid Kit / Tactical First Aid Kits
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IFAK Kits must contain the following
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Tourniquets
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Compression Bandages
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Guase
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Chest Seals
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Be able to respond to an immediate need.
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Tourniquets
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Compression Bandages
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Chest Seal
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Whether an actual chest seal or just a makeshift piece of plastic, know how to use it to save someone's life
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Gause and Assorted Bandages
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Gause can be used for wound packing or just generic wound bandages and protection.
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Scissors and Tape
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Be able to reach the wound as well as secure your bandages or other items
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Training Tools
Blue Guns
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Allows safe handling and training with firearms anywhere.
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When Paired with a holster, safely draw and manipulate your firearm.
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LaserLyte Training Cartridge
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Train indoors and see where you hit
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Pair with the MantisX to drastically improve your shooting in a short amount of time
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Mantis X
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Shoot better with real-time, data-driven feedback
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Attach to any pistol or rifle with a rail or rail adapter
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Designed for live fire AND dry fire on your firearm
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Evaluate shooting performance, identify areas of improvement, and track progress over time
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Next Level Training SIRT Guns
SIRT Guns are one of the best training tools available
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Practice in the comfort of your home
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Simulates trigger reset
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Laser Reference for marksmanship
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Trigger take up laser to practice drawing
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Snap Caps/Training Cartridge
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Use to simulate malfunctions
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Use to diagnosis flinching or anticipation
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Use to safely train at home
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