Recent content by AOK

Yeah, looks like he's really trained as he states. Roles window down. Gets in argument. Displays gun. Finger on trigger. Just focusing on the guy on the side of his vehicle and not aware of what it sounds as he claims other bikers around him. Gun bouncing up and down. Good lord. If a pack of...

My New Years Training Resolution: -Take 1-2 medical classes. I started attacking this resolution last month when a took my first class based around TCCC. I also took a CPR and First Aid class. I plan on taking another 1-2 more this year. -Take 1-2 edged weapons classes. It's been a...

The only thing currently changing for me is I have scheduled myself to get some medical training for the first time in a few weeks. I plan on taking a few class and to start carrying a small IFAK on me daily in addition to my normal edc gear. Training and practice wise with my EDC gear has not...

Aegis

I don't know if you're still tracking your thread here but I own both the Aegis and Ranger. I personally prefer the Aegis over the Ranger. It's much easier to take off and on (versus the ranger), still nice and rigid belt (but not overly so), and can go without getting a second look with a...

Books and DVD's are excellent SUPPLIMENTAL material to professional training. They should in no way be a SUBSTITUTE for professional training. With that said, sometimes circumstances in life alter or hinder our ability to attend as much training classes as we would like. Depending on what you...

I've trained with many who have been there done that and many who have not. Experienced fighters can be just as good or bad of an instructor as a non experienced fighter. I've even had two different instructors (experienced fighters) who early in their careers believed they couldn't learn...

Sidearm is on all day except when in bed, shower, or practicing BJJ with son. Those cases the gun is still right next to me or nearby.

Nice article. I was hoping to see some discussion on moving. Does his students just stand and deliver like a square range? "Some effort expended on the contact distance problem, including empty hand skills and weapon retention skills. However, these are secondary skills for the private...

"This is an aspect of situational awareness which presents significant challenges, given the reflexive tendency toward 'tunnel vision' in an emergency. Trainers on the firing line today are always harping at students to 'cover down' ... but how deeply is that lesson implanted? Can it overcome...

What if you are in fear for you and/or your loved ones life? Was it illegal for him the OP to be consciously aware he has a firearm and keep it out of sight? He did absolutely nothing wrong. He was merely prepared if thing did in fact go to the next level.

Excellent point!

I think if there was an opportunity to further de escalate the situation then that is obviously the best choice of action. By the sounds of it you feel you did as much as possible. Your line in the sand was clearly crossed when he started trying to gain entry into your vehicle. I'm right...

I'm sorry, I may be completely misunderstanding your post but are you suggesting slashing is more effective than stabbing?

I believe you don't necessarily need to create distance in order to bring your tool of choice into the fight. Can strikes create an opportunity? Absolutely. So can the SN's material Fred mentioned. So can proper movement. As always it depends on the context of the fight. I think it's...