Book Recommendation--Tom Givens Concealed Carry Class

[Kleanbore]

I strongly recommend this book.


https://www.gundigeststore.com/prod...s-the-abcs-of-self-defense-tools-and-tactics/

 

[Shawn Dodson]

I have it but I haven't read it yet. I've flipped through the pages and it appears the book is very detailed and a lot of the information was also presented in the 3 day firearms instructor class I took from Tom in July.

I second your recommendation!

 

[Barry the Bear]

Hes a semi frequent collaborator with Karl Rehn I've been meaning on taking one his classes..

 

[GEM]

I've taken his classes and been to his conference a few times. One of the best instructors out there.

 

[Craig_AR]

My copy arrived three days ago; I am six chapters in, and really like it.
Based on Tom's very strong recommendation, I tracked down online Jeff Cooper's Principles of Personal Defense (2006 edition). Be aware that there are two older editions floating around, and that all dead tree versions are going for $35 to $45. Make sure you really want it on paper pages before ordering, because you may be disappointed in paying that much for what is pretty much a ~20 page pamphlet.

But, you can buy a Kindle version from Amazon or a Nook (epub) version from Barnes & Noble for $8.50. It is a good, straightforward read, and worth the small amount of time to complete it.

 

[HoploDad]

...Jeff Cooper's Principles of Personal Defense (2006 edition). Be aware that there are two older editions floating around, and that all dead tree versions are going for $35 to $45.

+1. Shiny new copies available directly from Gunsite Academy in AZ for $24.95. Go to their Proshop / Library link.

 

[NuShootr]

I'm a new shooter, and in my state, it is virtually impossible to get a permit to CCW. Would you recommend the book anyway?

 

[Kleanbore]

ABSOLUTELY NOT, if the question is about carrying.

Regarding the book, that's a personal decision.

 

[NuShootr]

ABSOLUTELY NOT, if the question is about carrying.

Regarding the book, that's a personal decision.

Yeah, I realized my question wasn't worded very well, so I edited it. I meant to ask whether the book is of value to a newbie shooter who will likely not Conceal Carry. At least until I move out of NJ, LOL.

 

[GEM]

Knowledge never hurts and buying good books is a good thing.

 

[aaronu]

I'm a new shooter, and in my state, it is virtually impossible to get a permit to CCW. Would you recommend the book anyway?

It is information worth knowing. No harm in getting a sense of the issues surrounding legal and effective CCW before seeking a license and/or moving to a more free state. Including stuff less specific to CCW, such as situational awareness and lethal force decisions. Besides, there are constitutional carry states near you, and some few states allow for CCW away from populated areas. Unless you never plan to cross a NJ state line.

For that matter there are a few other books out there that more broadly apply to use of lethal force and which do not specifically emphasize CCW tactics. Stuff by Massad Ayoob, for example.

ETA: of the few DGU use in my family's history, most did not involve CCW. Threatening behavior by a trespasser on a remote property, attempted break-in while mom and kids were home, wild dog pack, drunk a-holes road raging, etc. Lots of reasons besides concealed carry to understand defensive gun use, legalities, lethal force etc.

FWIW I am picking up a copy of this book myself, thanks y'all for mentioning it.

 

[NuShootr]

For that matter there are a few other books out there that more broadly apply to use of lethal force and which do not specifically emphasize CCW tactics. Stuff by Massad Ayoob, for example.

I just ordered Ayoob's Deadly Force book! Looking forward to reading it.

Agreed that situational awareness is very, very important. I practiced Sil Lum Hung Gar Kung Fu, Ji Jitsu and Aikido for almost a decade, and those were enforced during that training. Sounds like I really should pick up the CCW book. Thanks!

 

[Roknstevo]

I just ordered Ayoob's Deadly Force book! Looking forward to reading it.

Agreed that situational awareness is very, very important. I practiced Sil Lum Hung Gar Kung Fu, Ji Jitsu and Aikido for almost a decade, and those were enforced during that training. Sounds like I really should pick up the CCW book. Thanks!

Hell, with all that stuff you don’t need to carry a gun. Just beat the crap out of ‘em and go about your business.

 

[equin]

My copy arrived three days ago; I am six chapters in, and really like it.
Based on Tom's very strong recommendation, I tracked down online Jeff Cooper's Principles of Personal Defense (2006 edition). Be aware that there are two older editions floating around, and that all dead tree versions are going for $35 to $45. Make sure you really want it on paper pages before ordering, because you may be disappointed in paying that much for what is pretty much a ~20 page pamphlet.

But, you can buy a Kindle version from Amazon or a Nook (epub) version from Barnes & Noble for $8.50. It is a good, straightforward read, and worth the small amount of time to complete it.

Thanks for the recommendation. Just ordered both books.