Another Reminder to Carry Chamber Full

This video, presented by an expert instructor, demonstrates why carrying a firearm unchambered creates a significant tactical disadvantage due to the time penalty and the impact of adrenaline on fine motor skills. It emphasizes that modern firearms with passive safeties are designed for safe chambered carry and that proper training is crucial for effective self-defense. The instructor advocates for carrying chambered and mastering safe handling through consistent practice.

This video provides crucial instruction on handling handgun malfunctions under pressure. It focuses on a universal, repeatable process for immediate and remedial actions, moving beyond traditional malfunction classifications. Key topics include the effectiveness of the tap-rack-bang technique, what to do when immediate fixes fail, the speed vs. reliability trade-off, and the advantages of universal skills over complex methods. The content is aimed at improving shooter confidence and competence when their firearm fails during critical moments.

This expert guide details a training drill to compare the speed advantage of carrying a firearm with a round chambered versus an unchambered state. The demonstration, led by an authoritative instructor from Collapse N Protect, utilizes a Glock handgun and a PACT Club Timer III to provide empirical data. The drill highlights a significant time difference, emphasizing the practical benefits of chambered carry for self-defense scenarios.

This guide, presented by Navy SEAL 'Coch', details the proper use of dummy rounds (snap caps) for advanced firearms training. It covers dry fire drills, simulating malfunctions by mixing dummy rounds with live ammunition, and distinguishing between immediate and remedial action. The instruction emphasizes slow, deliberate practice to build proficiency in clearing unexpected firearm failures under stress.

This guide, based on instruction from Kevin Michalowski, Director of Content for USCCA and a police officer, details the safety and tactical advantages of carrying a defensive firearm with a round in the chamber. It addresses common safety concerns with modern firearms and debunks myths surrounding older carry methods, emphasizing readiness in critical self-defense scenarios. Proper dry-fire safety protocols are also highlighted.

This guide outlines a training regimen for the Mossberg MC2c, incorporating drills from Gunsite Academy. It emphasizes dry fire, controlled pairs, malfunction clearing, and stress-shooting scenarios. The training focuses on evaluating the pistol's ergonomics and recoil management for concealed carry and personal defense applications.

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.