LoneStarWings
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Hi,
I recently signed my wife and I up for a 1200 round 2 day basic pistol class, mostly for her benefit, since she has to be alone for a few weeks at a time while I'm on work trips. Recently we had a random drifter walk through our gated backyard and this has prompted her to have an increased interest in self defense.
I've already taken this class and the level 2 above it, in addition to being a former FFDO and Sharpshooter level IDPA competitor (shooting .40 in SSP
), so I consider myself reasonably competent with handguns, but nothing exceptional. I can't decide whether I should shoot my M&P 40 compact, which is my daily CCW or my M&P 40 core with tlr-1s sight and Trijicon RMR, which is my backup HD weapon (a 14.5" ar-15 with a light and aimpoint being the primary). My wife will be shooting a 5" barreled M&P 40 pro if it matters, she seems to do OK with the bigger .40 in the practice sessions we've had so far, and she preferred shooting the M&P 5" pro to the HK USP, HK P40, or the smaller M&Ps (also she's left handed).
On one hand I think shooting the m&p compact 40 ccw would be beneficial because it's the handgun I carry everyday in an IWB holster, it's still big enough to be reasonably comforatable shoot especially with a full sized 15 round mag grip extension on the reloads, and it's probably what I'd be mostly likely to use in a self defense situation simply because it's always there except when I'm sleeping. I've had the gun for about 8 years and it has S&W installed night sights.
On the other hand I'd really like to torture test the .40 pro with the Trijicon RMR and see how well it holds zero over the course of a lot shooting, and how well I shoot the red dot in pressure situations. Also it weighs a good bit more and would be easier/more comfortable to shoot while putting a lot of rounds down range in a relatively short amount of time. It has backup/cowitness night sights.
What would you recommend?
The choices:
course description:
Shooters are drawn through the skills needed to safely deploy a handgun. We will move through this class in a simple to complex manner. Topics start with basic shooting fundamentals such as grip, stance and trigger control. Students are individually evaluated to demonstrate their ability of accuracy, and consistency. Within a short time the student will be introduced to drawing from a holster, proper weapons manipulation, malfunction techniques, and reloading.
As this class progresses, multiple targets are added to instruct the student on the proper engagement of one, two, and three target engagements. The student will also master moving and shooting techniques and target assessment. Moving targets will also be incorporated as well as the importance of the use of cover. As the class progresses we will use a timer to evaluate the progress of each shooter. When this class is completed, each shooter should progress in his or her ability to safely handle and deploy a handgun in any given situation.
I recently signed my wife and I up for a 1200 round 2 day basic pistol class, mostly for her benefit, since she has to be alone for a few weeks at a time while I'm on work trips. Recently we had a random drifter walk through our gated backyard and this has prompted her to have an increased interest in self defense.
I've already taken this class and the level 2 above it, in addition to being a former FFDO and Sharpshooter level IDPA competitor (shooting .40 in SSP
), so I consider myself reasonably competent with handguns, but nothing exceptional. I can't decide whether I should shoot my M&P 40 compact, which is my daily CCW or my M&P 40 core with tlr-1s sight and Trijicon RMR, which is my backup HD weapon (a 14.5" ar-15 with a light and aimpoint being the primary). My wife will be shooting a 5" barreled M&P 40 pro if it matters, she seems to do OK with the bigger .40 in the practice sessions we've had so far, and she preferred shooting the M&P 5" pro to the HK USP, HK P40, or the smaller M&Ps (also she's left handed).On one hand I think shooting the m&p compact 40 ccw would be beneficial because it's the handgun I carry everyday in an IWB holster, it's still big enough to be reasonably comforatable shoot especially with a full sized 15 round mag grip extension on the reloads, and it's probably what I'd be mostly likely to use in a self defense situation simply because it's always there except when I'm sleeping. I've had the gun for about 8 years and it has S&W installed night sights.
On the other hand I'd really like to torture test the .40 pro with the Trijicon RMR and see how well it holds zero over the course of a lot shooting, and how well I shoot the red dot in pressure situations. Also it weighs a good bit more and would be easier/more comfortable to shoot while putting a lot of rounds down range in a relatively short amount of time. It has backup/cowitness night sights.
What would you recommend?
The choices:
course description:
Shooters are drawn through the skills needed to safely deploy a handgun. We will move through this class in a simple to complex manner. Topics start with basic shooting fundamentals such as grip, stance and trigger control. Students are individually evaluated to demonstrate their ability of accuracy, and consistency. Within a short time the student will be introduced to drawing from a holster, proper weapons manipulation, malfunction techniques, and reloading.
As this class progresses, multiple targets are added to instruct the student on the proper engagement of one, two, and three target engagements. The student will also master moving and shooting techniques and target assessment. Moving targets will also be incorporated as well as the importance of the use of cover. As the class progresses we will use a timer to evaluate the progress of each shooter. When this class is completed, each shooter should progress in his or her ability to safely handle and deploy a handgun in any given situation.
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