Videos tagged with Police Firearms Training

This content critically examines how some police departments and officers approach firearms training, highlighting issues of ego, resistance to external expertise, and the prioritization of passing rates over genuine proficiency. Instructor Mike shares his experiences, illustrating how rigorous training can expose systemic weaknesses and the challenges of implementing higher standards within law enforcement agencies.

This episode of The Guns Podcast delves into the often-overlooked reality of police firearms training, challenging the public perception that all officers are experts. Hosts Brent Wheat and Roy Huntington, drawing on extensive experience, reveal how many officers only meet minimum qualifications, with some even facing issues like rusted firearms and mismatched ammunition. The discussion highlights the "10-80-10 Rule" (10% experts, 80% minimum, 10% unqualified) and emphasizes the critical need for consistent, disciplined training for both law enforcement and concealed carriers, as shooting is a perishable skill. The episode is sponsored by Ruger Firearms.

This video emphasizes a return to fundamental marksmanship principles, contrasting the legal right to bear arms with the actual ability to shoot effectively. The speaker, a former police firearms instructor, critiques the modern decline in standards and over-reliance on gear, advocating for mastery of basics like posture, grip, and stance to achieve precision out to 300 yards with iron sights. The series aims to rebuild these core skills.