Videos tagged with Pistol Retention

This video demonstrates techniques for defending against an attacker who grabs your pistol. Key strategies include using your non-dominant arm for control, employing a push-and-pull motion with the weapon, and targeting vulnerable areas like the nose for incapacitation. For two-handed grabs, leverage is gained by using a foot strike before pulling the weapon free. The importance of a tap-rack drill after a potential malfunction is also highlighted.

This video demonstrates a close-quarters combat technique where a knife is used as a secondary weapon when an adversary attempts to gain control of a pistol. The instructor emphasizes drawing a knife instead of a pistol when a firearm is compromised at close range, highlighting the knife's advantage in retention and its ability to create space for re-engagement with a firearm.

This video demonstrates a critical close-quarters combat technique: when an adversary attempts to gain control of your pistol during a draw or engagement, it is safer to deploy a knife rather than risk losing control of your firearm. The instructor emphasizes maintaining a strong grip on the knife and using it to create space for disengagement and subsequent re-engagement with a firearm.

This video demonstrates techniques for retaining a pistol when an attacker grabs it. It covers counter-grappling methods, including striking the attacker's hand, body, or head, and using a foot kick in conjunction with pulling the firearm. The importance of performing a tap-rack drill after a potential malfunction is also highlighted.

This video demonstrates a tactical technique for dealing with an adversary grabbing your pistol in close quarters. Instead of immediately drawing a secondary weapon, the instructor advises drawing a knife to create space and disengage, targeting vulnerable areas to facilitate a tactical repositioning.

This instructional short demonstrates techniques for defending against an attacker who grabs your pistol. It covers one-handed and two-handed grabs, emphasizing a push-pull motion combined with strikes to the body or head. The video also highlights the importance of a tap-rack drill if a malfunction occurs after a struggle.

This short instructional video demonstrates a tactical technique for creating space in a close-quarters confrontation. The instructor advises against drawing a pistol if an adversary attempts to grab it, instead recommending the deployment of a knife to create distance. The knife is used to target vital areas or establish a barrier, allowing for a subsequent draw of the pistol or re-engagement with a long gun.

This video demonstrates a tactical technique for close-quarters combat where deploying a knife is recommended over immediately drawing a secondary firearm when an adversary attempts to control the primary weapon. The instructor emphasizes that a knife offers a more secure grip and can be used to create vital space by targeting vulnerable areas, allowing for a safer transition back to a firearm.

This video demonstrates a tactical technique for engaging threats at extremely close range. It highlights the risks of drawing a pistol when an adversary can easily gain control of the firearm. The instructor advocates for drawing a knife as a more secure secondary weapon in such scenarios, emphasizing proper grip and blade orientation to create space for disengagement and subsequent weapon recovery.

This video from Tactical Rifleman, featuring Karl Erickson, demonstrates a critical close-quarters combat technique: using a knife as a secondary weapon when a pistol draw is compromised. The instructor highlights the danger of an opponent grabbing a pistol's muzzle and advocates for deploying a knife, which is less likely to be grabbed by the blade. The knife is used to create space for a transition back to the firearm, emphasizing survival and tactical advantage over lethal force.

This video covers the 2023 Modern Warrior Conference, a 3-day event focused on the concept of the modern warrior. The conference included diverse training blocks such as defense against edged weapons, retention shooting, grappling, force-on-force drills, and discussions on family dynamics. Prominent instructors like Tom Kier, Harley Elmore, Master Chim, and Bill Rapier led the sessions, sharing their extensive knowledge and unique experiences. The content emphasizes a holistic approach to preparedness and combat effectiveness for individuals facing modern threats.

This guide details the critical technique of shooting from retention, as demonstrated by DJ Shipley from GBRS Group. It emphasizes the realities of close-quarters engagements where an attacker may be hands-on, requiring immediate action from a retention position. Key elements include maintaining weapon control, creating space, ensuring support hand safety, and utilizing body indexing for accurate shots without full weapon extension.