Running the Little Gun
Intermediate - A workshop specific to micro-compact pistols and small revolvers
Duration: 4 hours range
Environment: In Person
$50.00
Fee
Frank Groth
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Description
This is a half day workshop designed for those using micro compact pistols, such as the Sig P365, S&W Shield or Bodyguard, Ruger LC9, and Glock 43, or the snub revolver. These smaller guns have become increasingly popular for defensive carry, but they often are difficult to shoot and come with a different set of handling qualities that require unique solutions. This workshop will give the students those unique solutions and the opportunity to hone those skills in a controlled setting.
Topics Covered
- Methods of carry and best practices
- Outside the waistband
- Inside the waistband
- Pocket carry
- Gear selection and placement
- Common malfunctions and how to clear them
- Dry practice and live fire
Expectations and Outcomes
The student should understand
- Compact and microcompact guns have unique characteristics
- Those characteristics demand more refined skills and specific techniques
- How to efficiently clear commonly encountered malfunctions
- How to efficiently reload under stress
- The advantages and disadvantages of deeper concealment with compact and micro compact guns
Types
Intermediate, Concealed Carry Training, Specialty Other
Requirements
Students will need to bring
- A good compact or microcompact handgun
- Sig P365, S&W Bodyguard, Glock 43 and 43x are examples
- Caliber .380 ACP, 9mm, .40 S&W or .45 ACP are all acceptable for semi-autos
- Small framed revolvers with 2 to 3 inch barrel in caliber .32 or larger are welcome
- Holster, belt, and magazine pouch, at least two magazines
- Holster should be made specific to the gun being carried in it
- Leather or Kydex
- Holsters that retain the pistol by means of a lever which must be pushed by the trigger finger to draw, such as the Serpa, are not allowed.
- A ball cap and concealment garment (vest, jacket, windbreaker,over shirt, polo shirt, etc),
- Eye and ear protection, electronic hearing protection is preferable
- Wyoming weather is unpredictable, have extra layers available (we train rain or shine)
- Water, thirst quencher, light snacks