Shooting From Cover or Concealment

Former CIA Officer Jason Hanson demonstrates how to effectively use barriers for cover in an active shooter scenario. The instruction emphasizes distinguishing between cover and concealment, maintaining a minimal profile when engaging threats, and practicing shooting from both sides of a barrier. The techniques are applicable to both live fire and dry fire practice for enhanced self-defense readiness.

Navy SEAL Mark 'Coch' Cochiolo demonstrates a technique for shooting from barricades while standing. Key principles include maintaining distance from the barricade, adopting a reversed stance with the toe pointed towards the threat, and blading the body with the stock outside the shoulder. The technique emphasizes taking small, controlled 'bites' around the barricade, keeping weight forward, and shuffling feet incrementally to reposition without exposing too much of the body.

This video focuses on utilizing a vehicle for cover during a self-defense situation. It differentiates between cover and concealment, emphasizing that vehicles can offer cover through specific areas like the engine block, A, B, and C pillars, and wheel wells, rather than just doors which provide concealment. The instructor advises exiting the vehicle if possible and highlights the B pillar as a particularly strong structural element capable of stopping rifle rounds. The video also mentions the Springfield Hellcat Pro and provides affiliate links for various gear brands.

This expert-level guide from Gunsite Academy's Bob Whaley details the critical techniques for shooting from cover. It emphasizes understanding the distinction between cover and concealment, optimal positioning relative to cover, and utilizing angles to minimize exposure while maximizing visual advantage. The instruction covers proper firearm presentation, movement, and target engagement strategies for defensive scenarios.

This video provides an after-action review of an armed encounter, focusing on lessons learned regarding situational awareness, verbal de-escalation, and tactical movement. The instructor emphasizes the importance of not staying static after drawing a firearm, detailing a movement drill to practice navigating obstacles and utilizing cover. The content highlights the need for continuous training and self-assessment to improve defensive capabilities.

This video emphasizes the importance of using barricades for realistic firearms training to simulate combat scenarios beyond a standard square range. It details techniques for shooting around and through various barricade designs, including proper body positioning, footwork, and sight alignment when using angled or horizontal openings. The instruction highlights how to adapt shooting positions to overcome discomfort and build essential tactical skills for real-world engagements.

Ted Nugent passionately argues that the Second Amendment is an inherent right, not granted by any document, but by nature itself, essential for self-defense. He criticizes politicians who seek to dictate how and if individuals can defend themselves, asserting that the Second Amendment serves as a concealed weapons permit for law-abiding citizens. Nugent advocates for the right of individuals to use lethal force to protect themselves and their loved ones from violent criminals.

This comprehensive review details the performance of a Palmetto State Armory 10.5" AR-15 Pistol after 8,000+ rounds over two years. The instructor highlights numerous upgrades and identifies critical manufacturing defects, particularly a lower receiver alignment issue requiring significant modification. The review concludes with a pragmatic assessment of PSA's quality control for high-volume firearm use.

This guide details how to securely attach a knife to MOLLE webbing using paracord, a technique demonstrated by an experienced tactical gear user. It emphasizes the importance of sheath material (Kydex preferred over nylon/leather for rigidity) and provides step-by-step instructions for paracord preparation and the 'boot lacing' method. Placement advice is also given to ensure ergonomic access and avoid interference with rifle use.

This guide details the assembly and initial reliability testing of a Palmetto State Armory 10.5" AR Pistol, as demonstrated by an experienced firearm reviewer. It covers common assembly issues like buffer tube fitment, accessory mounting, and ammunition testing, concluding with a reliability assessment after 300 rounds. The review highlights practical troubleshooting and real-world performance observations.