Videos tagged with Handgun Combatives

This episode of Gun Talk Radio features firearms trainer Dave Spaulding discussing handgun combatives and self-defense. Spaulding emphasizes the importance of confidence and mindset in conflict, noting that many people freeze due to normalcy bias. He advises against husbands training their wives, recommending independent instructors instead. The discussion also touches on the increasing number of women seeking firearms training for empowerment and personal safety.

This Gun Talk Radio reloaded episode from May 26, 2019, features an interview with Boyd Metz of HSM Ammunition discussing their new Pro Pistol handgun hunting ammunition and Varmint loads. Dave Spaulding of Handgun Combatives joins to analyze ballistic gel tests, their real-world implications, and an initial field experience with a recommended load. The discussion also touches upon donating to gun rights organizations. The show, hosted by Tom Gresham, covers a range of firearms-related topics and airs on numerous radio stations and streaming platforms.

This episode of Gun Talk Radio features a discussion with Boyd Metz of HSM Ammunition about their new Pro Pistol handgun hunting ammunition and Varmint loads. Dave Spaulding of Handgun Combatives provides insight into ballistic gel testing, its limitations, and a real-world experience with a recommended load. The segment also touches upon the importance of donating to gun rights organizations. The show highlights new products, industry news, and political discussions relevant to firearm enthusiasts.

Dave Spalding, a highly experienced firearms instructor, emphasizes that effective self-defense with a handgun relies heavily on mindset and attitude, not just technical skill. He stresses the importance of deliberate, accurate follow-up shots until the threat is neutralized, rather than expecting immediate incapacitation. Spalding defines mindset as a 'previous decision based on reason and intellect to be ready and willing to fight,' highlighting that the mental preparation is the most challenging aspect of combative handgun use.

This video reviews the AmeriGlo CAP (Combative Applications Pistol) sights designed by Dave Spalding for Glock pistols. The primary feature is a square, luminescent front sight bead designed to fill the rear notch, simplifying alignment. The rear sight includes a horizontal luminescent line for further alignment assistance. The reviewer notes improved shot times and ease of use after installation. The video also touches on variations like the CAP T (thinner front sight), a law enforcement version, and the Spalding Edition.

This video details Dave Spalding's Vehicle Combatives course, emphasizing practical skills for engaging threats in and around vehicles. The training incorporates classroom analysis of real-world scenarios, fundamental marksmanship drills adapted for confined spaces, and practical exercises like debusing and understanding vehicle ballistics. The course focuses on the individual's ability to survive and prevail in armed conflict involving vehicles, stressing realistic, non-Hollywood tactics.

This video provides a first look at the Ruger American Compact pistol, a smaller, more portable version of the full-size model. It highlights key features like the shortened barrel and grip, interchangeable backstraps, Novac-style sights, and ambidextrous controls. The pistol demonstrated reliability and accuracy during a handgun combatives class, enduring significant round counts with minimal stoppages.

This episode features an in-depth discussion with firearms instructor Dave Spalding of Handgun Combatives, focusing on the principles of effective firearms training and the importance of experienced instructors. Spalding emphasizes biomechanical efficiency, drawing parallels to athletic techniques, and advocates for mastering fundamental skills over chasing advanced or specialized tactics. The conversation also critically examines the rise of unqualified instructors and highlights the value of real-world experience in tactical instruction.

This episode of Tom Gresham's GUNTALK features a discussion with Dave Spaulding of Handgun Combatives. The show, broadcast live on Sundays and available via various platforms including radio, podcasts, and YouTube, covers a range of firearms-related topics. While specific firearms or calibers are not detailed in the provided description, the recurring nature of GUNTALK suggests a broad audience interested in firearms, self-defense, and related discussions.