I have not read everyone's post so i don't know if someone has already said this, and i realize i may or may not get a bunch of flack for this but.....
There are many people who rush out to buy a firearm right after an home invasion. Buying a firearm is not a rushed decision, a firearm in itself is not dangerous, however the inherent danger that come with a firearm makes any human error potentially tragic. Take your time before making the decision to buy a firearm go to a range and with someone who knows firearms & firearms safety either a trusted friend or a firearms instructor to try out several types of guns and calibers. Decide if you like it then give it some thought and then make your decision, if you buy a firearm get some training.
I say this because many who rush into buying a gun never give it as much thought as they should and don't get the training. Some of the people I talk to do not know how to even load or unload their firearm.
Exactly. That was exactly Zimmerman's problem in Florida. Rushed out and bought his gun. No training. No preparation. Shot a resident kid in the chest with it. Killed him.
Are you able to document your allegations? How,exactly, are you able to comment authoritatively on Zimmerman’s level of training?
Treo, I'll make you a deal. With great effort I am leaving post #199 alone. You leave #203 alone. We'll try to keep this thread about basic firearms education for the benefit of the person new to weapons. It won't be easy, but we can do it.
EDIT FWIW I was chewing hole in my tongue on 199 /EDIT
Thanks JJW for reminding us to go back to the basics. Most of the people who replied, I find are very knowledgeable about firearms and what it takes to defend yourself. Just remember I said most of the people. After careful consideration, I have my list of the post #s of the most valuable information. If you care to review them and tell me if you agree with my decision. You can feel free to pm me if you wish.superprincess. This thread is now exceeding 13 pages. Within those pages is a lot of good information. No, very good information! Before you allow the differences of opinion, and the back and forth bickering to detour you from the information you request and need, STOP. Let's go back to the basics. Why not tell us what 2 most valuable pieces of advice you have read here. I was a LEO for 26 years. I retired in 1996, and still shoot and train. I am no different than many of the other posters I have read here. Our first concern is that you get good advice and good information. Some of the advice I have read will only get you hurt. That is not why you asked, and that is not why we answered.
I have not read everyone's post so i don't know if someone has already said this, and i realize i may or may not get a bunch of flack for this but.....
There are many people who rush out to buy a firearm right after an home invasion. Buying a firearm is not a rushed decision, a firearm in itself is not dangerous, however the inherent danger that come with a firearm makes any human error potentially tragic. Take your time before making the decision to buy a firearm go to a range and with someone who knows firearms & firearms safety either a trusted friend or a firearms instructor to try out several types of guns and calibers. Decide if you like it then give it some thought and then make your decision, if you buy a firearm get some training.
I say this because many who rush into buying a gun never give it as much thought as they should and don't get the training. Some of the people I talk to do not know how to even load or unload their firearm.
RELATIONSHIP OF SIGHTS. It is necessary to be acutely aware of the relationship
of the rear sight to the clearly defined front sight. Normal vision is such that
the rear sight of the pistol will be as nearly In focus as the front sight. Some
shooters may be able to see only the notch of the rear sight In sharp focus; the
outer extremities may become slightly blurred.
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Figure 2-1. The Relationship
of the Sights.
Good advise, but I would include this. Your eyes can only focus on one distance (focal plane) at a time. There are 3 planes to deal with, the target, the front sight, and the rear sight. Two of these planes will be slightly blurry, one will be in focus. Most experts say to focus on the front sight. The sight picture that Wyldekard was kind enough to provide is the standard, conventional sight picture that is used for bull's eye and most other types of shooting. The advantages ate that they are cheap, available, and they fit in almost every holster. There hundreds of variations of these sights that include dots, bars, triangles of various colors.
In my opinion, the various red dot sights are better because they put the target on the same focal point as the aiming point. That is a huge advantage. The disadvantages are that they require modifications to the gun except for the FN target guns, which come set up for those sights, they are large, they are relatively expensive, and holsters that fit them are either hard to find or custom made.
You caught me Fudo. I'm an iron sights kinda guy.
Thanks fudo, please forgive me for another dumb question. Speaking of sites, the gun comes with sites attached when you buy it right?Good advise, but I would include this. Your eyes can only focus on one distance (focal plane) at a time. There are 3 planes to deal with, the target, the front sight, and the rear sight. Two of these planes will be slightly blurry, one will be in focus. Most experts say to focus on the front sight. The sight picture that Wyldekard was kind enough to provide is the standard, conventional sight picture that is used for bull's eye and most other types of shooting. The advantages are that they are cheap, available, and they fit in almost every holster. There hundreds of variations of these sights that include dots, bars, triangles of various colors.
In my opinion, the various red dot sights are better because they put the target on the same focal point as the aiming point. That is a huge advantage. The disadvantages are that they require modifications to the gun except for the FN target guns, which come set up for those sights, they are large, they are relatively expensive, and holsters that fit them are either hard to find or custom made.
fudo, you crack me up. I hope the word ancient doesn't apply to you: smile.:laugh:
You must be younger than me:smile: I'm getting to the point were my dog has to point to them for me to shoot 'em.
We definitely need to discuss this in further detail.Thanks fudo, please forgive me for another dumb question. Speaking of sites, the gun comes with sites attached when you buy it right?
Aren't they part of the gun? Or is this something additional you need to purchase and attache to the gun?
Thanks for your reply.
Thanks fudo, please forgive me for another dumb question. Speaking of sites, the gun comes with sites attached when you buy it right?
Aren't they part of the gun? Or is this something additional you need to purchase and attache to the gun?
Thanks for your reply.
I will be glad to assist with that. PM on the way.Thanks JJW for reminding us to go back to the basics. Most of the people who replied, I find are very knowledgeable about firearms and what it takes to defend yourself. Just remember I said most of the people. After careful consideration, I have my list of the post #s of the most valuable information. If you care to review them and tell me if you agree with my decision. You can feel free to pm me if you wish.
Thanks everyone for showing me your love and support!
Thanks JJW for your reply to my post!
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