Fighting Handguns

Fighting Handguns
Author: Jeff Cooper
Publisher: Pickle Partners Publishing
Total Pages: 311
Release: 2018-12-01
Genre: History
ISBN: 1789124891

In Fighting Handguns, author Jeff Cooper not only takes the reader through the development of this weapon from its beginnings in mid-16th-century Europe through the various iterations of single- and double-action revolvers and semiautomatic pistols, he also discusses some important aspects of carrying and shooting a fighting handgun under combat conditions. “For good or ill, man is a fighting animal. While most feel that this is an unmitigated evil, it may, like most aspects of nature, have its positive side. Certainly man’s combative nature is responsible for most of the massive tragedy of history, but it’s possible that history of any sort just wouldn’t have happened had it not been characteristic of the race to struggle against its environment. And man’s environment, of course, includes man. A placid, gentle, contented creature—a koala, for instance—is nice to contemplate but does not progress, and if it encounters a challenge it simply dies. Whether progress, at the price of a fighting disposition, is worth it is a question, but it’s a bit on the academic side. Man is the way he is, and gets along as he must. Being human, we are involved in strife. Much as we may deplore this, we must master the techniques of strife or perish. “This book is devoted to one of these techniques—the one-hand firearm as used by man against man.”—Jeff Cooper

The Fighting Handgun

The Fighting Handgun
Author: Richard Law
Publisher: Weidenfeld & Nicolson
Total Pages: 192
Release: 1999-01
Genre: Pistols
ISBN: 9781854095091

From famous lawmen and outlaws of yesteryear to today's cops and robbers, the handgun has played an integral part in shaping our world. Explore the fascinating evolution of this weapon, from Samuel Colt's six-shooter to the 9mm Firestar compact pistol. See how mechanics and design have advanced with technology, how cartridges and materials have changed, and how the handgun's use has altered over time. Loaded with expert accounts and assessments, this helpful volume is essential reading for gun users, collectors, dealers, manufacturers, and any history buff interested in the influence of firearms.

Fighting Handgun

Fighting Handgun
Author: Donald Redl
Publisher:
Total Pages: 266
Release: 2019-10-25
Genre:
ISBN: 9781691439133

Fighting Handgun is based on the comprehensive 3-day pistol program designed and conducted by the author. This book is intended to be a manual on how to prepare for and manage a fight for your life. It is about applying current fundamentals, tactics, and techniques in the lawful use of a handgun. Fighting Handgun is constructed in a manner, as is the actual course of instruction, to build upon each topic presented, as opposed to being a mixture of stand-alone topics. In this 266 page book, containing over 190 descriptive photos, the Author Don Redl draws on his 25+ years of practical experience personally leading and/or conducting Investigations, Executive Protection and/or Training operations, both Domestically and Internationally for major US corporations, law firms, insurance companies, high net worth individuals, heads of state, political figures, foreign dignitaries and entertainment industry clients. Don is an active shooter response instructor as well as a scenario-based force-on-force instructor. He holds professional instructor certifications through the NRA and Simunition, as well as the NYS Department of State as both a Firearms Instructor and a General Topics Instructor. Don has trained a tremendous amount of people over his career, including everyone from serious armed professionals across the law enforcement, executive security and military spectrum to housewives. The majority of Executive Options courses are client-based, however, they include the NYS armed guard curriculum, judicious use-of-force, defensive and tactical firearms, active shooter response and scenario-based force-on-force training.

Shooting to Live with the One-Hand Gun

Shooting to Live with the One-Hand Gun
Author: CAPT WILLIAM. A SYKES E FAIRBAIRN (CAPT ERIC.)
Publisher:
Total Pages: 104
Release: 2018-08-14
Genre:
ISBN: 9780359024537

Shooting to Live describes methods developed and practiced during an eventful quarter of a century and adopted by numerous police organization in the Far East and elsewhere. It covers everything from the purpose of the pistol, to selection, training, advance methods and more! This book was the first time that fighting with firearms was clearly and explicitly disassociated from classical target/range shooting. The proven techniques displayed have spawned most modern pistol techniques because of their simplicity and effectiveness. It is written as instruction to police forces in the methods of shooting (reflexive/instinctive) and training (realistic/challenging) that the author developed over two decades active service in Shanghai.

Shooting to Survive

Shooting to Survive
Author: Timothy Blakeley
Publisher: Policetech Publications
Total Pages: 622
Release: 2012-10-01
Genre:
ISBN: 9780982774809

Shooting to Survive is a must-read guide for responsible civilians carrying concealed, law enforcement officers protecting communities, and military operators conducting combat missions. This is not only a book on shooting a pistol, but more importantly a book on fighting with a pistol detailing the reasons for the techniques. The techniques are designed around the response of the human body when experiencing a body alarm reaction. "Shooting to Survive" contains information from some of the best instructors throughout the United States and internationally in competitive shooting, private security, law enforcement SWAT, and military Special Operations. Volumes of information that would cost a great deal of money and fill a personal library are conveniently assembled in this one book to inform and educate you on how to fight with a pistol. "Shooting to Survive" is a 600-page book broken into easy-to-read sections that are conveniently organized providing an in-depth analysis. There are nearly 300 illustrations and over 1400 endnotes. The techniques in the book on fighting with a pistol apply to any brand including those with a decocker, grip safety, or manual safety. The book also contains detailed information about the internationally popular Glock pistols.

Massad Ayoob's Greatest Handguns of the World

Massad Ayoob's Greatest Handguns of the World
Author: Massad Ayoob
Publisher: Gun Digest Books
Total Pages: 288
Release: 2012-06-26
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9781440228698

MORE! of the Greatest Handguns of the World &break;From the Best-Known, Most Popular Handgun Authority in the World After the first edition of Greatest Handguns of the World, author Massad Ayoob cringed at leaving so many great guns on the cutting-room floor, and readers clamored for their favorites that didn't make the cut. This companion volume picks up where Greatest Handguns of the World left off, covering more of your favorite handguns, including: Beretta 92 Bren Ten Browning High Power Colt Pocket Model Colt SAA High Standard Supermatic Mauser C96 Ruger Single Six SigSauer P226 T/C Contender Walther P38 And More! From the best handguns for concealed carry, self-defense and home protection to the world's best hunting and target handguns, Greatest Handguns of the World Volume II informs and entertains with insights from the world's most widely-read, acclaimed expert on the subject of pistols and revolvers.

The Gun Digest Book of Combat Handgunnery

The Gun Digest Book of Combat Handgunnery
Author: Massad Ayoob
Publisher: Gun Digest Books
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2007-10-12
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9780896895256

This book can save your life! The best defense for any scenario is to be prepared. The Gun Digest Book of Combat Handgunnery prepares you for potential life-threatening situations with practical instruction and expert guidance. Author Massad Ayoob teaches you the skills to keep you and your family safe in any violent encounter, including: Selecting the right pistol, ammunition and holster How to use and accessorize your handgun Close-quarter battle techniques used by law enforcement and the U.S. military In addition to the tactical aspects of self-defense, Ayoob also covers practical information about selecting a used handgun and the legal aspects of self-defense with a firearm. Firearms technology and tactics change throughout the years, which is why the updated 6th edition of The Gun Digest Book of Combat Handgunnery is essential to the well-being of you and your family. Remember, your best defense is to be prepared.

Handgun Combatives

Handgun Combatives
Author: Dave Spaulding
Publisher: Looseleaf Law Publications
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011
Genre: Combatants and noncombatants (International law)
ISBN: 9781608850242

Extremely popular and hailed by trainers and officers nationwide as one of the most realistic all-encompassing firearms guides ever published. Handgun Combative overflows with the street-proven wisdom and priceless advice of prominent gun expert Dave Spaulding. Includes insight into weapon, ammo & holster selection, grip tips for better weapon retention, increasing accuracy, skillful firearms use in challenging settings, preparing for quick response and peak performance, and training for weak hand shooting. No officer should be without this book...period.

Tactical Pistol

Tactical Pistol
Author: Gabriel Suarez
Publisher: Paladin Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1996-01-01
Genre:
ISBN: 9780873648646

Big-city cop and gunfight veteran Gabe Suarez teaches you the most vital lessons and techniques for prevailing in any situation where you must draw your weapon. Chapters include The Dynamics of a Gunfight, The Rules of Close-Quarter Combat, Holding Hostiles at Gunpoint and more.