We discuss and practice reloading all the time. I know there are many incidents when Police Officers have had to reload, but what about civilian shootings? I can't find much out there in non-leo shootings when reloading was necessary.
I can't find much out there in non-leo shootings when reloading was necessary.
I can't find much out there in non-leo shootings when reloading was necessary.
And how many civilians have had to perform a combat reload that aren't Rolex dealers or Leo? I understand why we train for it but how many times if any has anyone had to do it during an attack?
If you truly understand why "we train for it" then you shouldn't be wondering how many times someone has had to do it. It's not about numbers (statistical probability). It's about "if I need it, I REALLY need it".
How many times did you have a flat tire last year? Do you carry a spare? Why?
A flat is likely to happen
Depends very much upon circumstance, right? I haven't have a 'flat' in over ten years and I drive over 40 miles a day 6 days a week. Mostly highway miles, I maintain good quality 10 ply tires. Conversely, If I drove off-road everyday and had minimal 4 ply tires, yes I would expect some flats.
To a great degree...I have control over where I go and I watch for road hazards, hence no flats. The same isn't always possible with respect to self defense. Trouble can find YOU and might very well consist of more than one person.
Reloading (by necessity) for round count is NOT the only reason you might need to 'reload'. What is the MOST common cause of stoppage/failure in a semi-auto handgun? The magazine! If you have a problem with your mag (weak spring, bad feed lips, a follower tips, you have a double feed, you hit the mag catch and drop it and can't retrieve it, etc) then you are going to need what? A SPARE mag. One mag is no mag, two mags are one mag.
What is the statistical probability of a mag related problem? Go to any gun range and observe the untrained/lightly trained in action. You'll start believing in Terra dactyls.
R.W.Dale said:A flat is likely to happen
A tactical reload would be like wearing a parachute everywhere in case you get snatched up by a hungry terra dactyl
I agree that the possibility exists and I always carry a reload or a backup. Just curious if anyone has had to use their reload or backup.
I dont see it as wildly unreasonable to need to reload. What is an XDS 45? 5+1? Get attacked by a small gang...put 2 rounds into 3 people...id sure want to reload.
I think the comment about prioritizing your training to be good. How often do we practice drawing and shooting with our weak hand? Probably won't ever need it by in real life you might. Should definitely have the fundamentals locked down first.