LAPD Officers Use Less Lethal Tools On Charging Dog

This guide details the operation of the Genesis Gen 12 Less Lethal Shotgun, as demonstrated by Tactical Advisor. It emphasizes the importance of using only designated less lethal ammunition, identified by orange Cerakote and specific markings. The video showcases the shotgun's rapid-fire capability and reliability with bean bag rounds, highlighting its design for law enforcement applications.

This video showcases two 'apocalypse weapons' recommended by former CIA officer Jason Hanson: a Remington 870 pump-action shotgun and an ultra-light tomahawk. The shotgun's versatility with different shell types (birdshot, buckshot, slugs) is highlighted, with a demonstration of a rifled slug obliterating a spray paint can. The tomahawk is presented as a multi-purpose survival tool, useful for self-defense, hacking through brush, and even emergency situations like the one described involving ice.

This guide outlines seven essential firearms for a zombie apocalypse scenario, emphasizing practicality, logistics, and reliability over aesthetics. The selections include a 16-inch AR-15 carbine in 5.56 NATO, a Glock 19 Gen 5 in 9mm, a 12-gauge pump shotgun, a .357 Magnum lever-action rifle, a .357 Magnum revolver, a 9mm PCC, and a suppressed .308 bolt-action rifle. Each choice is justified by its specific advantages in maneuverability, ammunition availability, shootability, and effectiveness in various survival situations.

This video provides a pragmatic, test-driven evaluation of the 12 gauge shotgun's capabilities as a versatile tool. Expert analysis covers ballistic performance through various mediums like brush and concrete, comparing it to rifle calibers. The instructor emphasizes that while affordable and available, mastering the 12 gauge requires significant practice, especially for recoil and pattern management.

This video from Active Self Protection analyzes a confrontation where law enforcement officers attempted to subdue a knife-wielding suspect. The instructors, John Korea and Stephanie Widner, critique the officers' use of batons, highlighting the inherent risks of closing distance with an armed assailant. They advocate for distance-creating tools like OC spray and discuss the effectiveness of different formulations, emphasizing the importance of high major capsaicinoid content for reliable performance. The analysis also touches on the limitations of OC spray and the need for supplementary skills.

Elliott Delp highlights the Mossberg 590-TAC as a versatile shotgun for hunting, home defense, and training, emphasizing its reliability. A second speaker advocates for the Remington 870 platform, noting the ease of manipulation and reliability of pump-action shotguns over semi-automatics. Both speakers underscore the value of owning a reliable pump-action shotgun.

This video from Active Self Protection, featuring analysis by John Correia, showcases a critical home defense scenario. A resident, who had owned her firearm for less than 24 hours, successfully intervened in a home invasion by neutralizing an intoxicated intruder. The incident underscores the importance of preparedness and the effective use of a firearm in a life-threatening situation.

This video showcases a 73-year-old jewelry store owner successfully deterring five armed robbers by drawing a .38 caliber revolver. The incident highlights the effectiveness of a firearm as a deterrent, as no shots were fired and the suspects fled immediately. The owner's actions and subsequent message emphasize the importance of self-defense preparedness for business owners. Expert analysis from Active Self Protection underscores the tactical implications of such encounters.

This expert guide from John Correia of Active Self Protection breaks down a self-defense incident, emphasizing the critical roles of Verbal Judo, maintaining distance, and establishing a defensive fence. It details how to use head and neck control for takedowns and ground control, offering practical insights for enhancing personal safety through evidence-based defensive training.

This video from Active Self Protection, featuring John Correia, analyzes a self-defense incident where a store owner successfully countered an armed robbery. It details the critical moments of a counter-ambush, disarming the assailant, and emphasizes the importance of situational awareness and tactical advantage. The analysis highlights key defensive principles and warns against unnecessary re-engagement after a threat is neutralized.