SAFTD Defensive Handgun 1

- Safe Handling, Storage of your firearm and ammunition.
Basic components of a Double-Action Revolver.
- Basic components of a Semi-Automatic Pistol
- Operation of a Double-Action Revolver
- Operation of a Single and a Double Action Semi-Automatic Pistol.
- Working With A Natural Defensive Stance
- 2-Handed and Single Handed Engagements
- Integrating The Color Code Into Your Life
- Finding Your Balance of Speed and Precision
- Clearing Common Pistol Stoppages
- Progressive Shooting Drills
- Definition of Cover and Concealment
- Use of Cover
- Selecting a Pistol and Ammunition
- SUL PositionDual
Required Equipment
- A modern, serviceable, center-fire handgun (Semi-automatic Highly Recommended)
- Ear and Eye protection (electronic muffs preferred).
- We recommend against pocket guns such as Keltec PF9, Ruger LCP, etc.
- Semi-Automatic Pistol or Double Action Revolver .38 special or 9mm or above.
- 200 Rounds of Ammunition: Factory fresh ammo only. NO RELOADS or specialty ammo such as RIP ammo etc.
- Two extra functional magazines (semi-autos) or speed-loaders (revolvers) you may wear a magazine holster.
- Dual Magazine carrier optional but HIGHLY recommended.
- Comfortable clothing
- Hydration system or Bottled water.
- Shoes – comfortable with sufficient support to permit a full range of motion. No sandals or flip-flops.
- Long Pants, Shirt With Higher Collar
- Sturdy Belt
- Baseball Cap
Course length is a full day, typically 8 hours including a 30mon-hour lunch break we provide lunch. There are short breaks throughout both the classroom session and shooting range drills.