NRA Show 2012 Protecting yourself and your Firearm

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“NRA Show 2012” Protecting yourself and your Firearm “Handgun Retention” Be the vic-tim or

“NRA Show 2012” Protecting yourself and your Firearm “Handgun Retention” Be the vic-tim or the vic-tor…. your choice!

Introduction to Instructor • Professional Graduated first Police Academy in 1985 • Personal –

Introduction to Instructor • Professional Graduated first Police Academy in 1985 • Personal – Studied various martial art styles in Judo, Jujitsu, Russian Sambo, Krav-Maga, Japanese Shoot Fighting, other fighting styles prior to developing this course. From 1988 -1992 researched and studied 5 major DT Programs – LAPD, Miami Metro Dade, FBI, NYPD, DFW • Organizations – Chairman of Police. One. com Advisory Board, Police Magazine Advisory, Active member of ILEETA, NODS, and Florida SWAT Association, IALEFI, GAILEFI • Experience – Over 35 years of grappling, martial arts experience and real world encounters copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 2

copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 3

copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 3

Importance of Selecting the Right Holster Purpose, design, levels, expectations!

Importance of Selecting the Right Holster Purpose, design, levels, expectations!

Important facts about Firearm Owners and their gear! There are typically 3 reasons for

Important facts about Firearm Owners and their gear! There are typically 3 reasons for mission failure; Owner’s performance, weapon failure, gear ineffectiveness!

FACT #1 Between the firearm and holster the Firearm Owner is carries; it is

FACT #1 Between the firearm and holster the Firearm Owner is carries; it is the holster protects the most important piece of equipment they carry!

Facts #2 The person responsible for buying the right holster for their gun is

Facts #2 The person responsible for buying the right holster for their gun is the Firearm Owner is typically NOT the Firearm Owner that will be using the equipment!

Fact #3 A Firearm Owner will spend less time drawing their firearm from their

Fact #3 A Firearm Owner will spend less time drawing their firearm from their holster during training; then any other physical task operating their firearm; and it is drawing the firearm that allows them the ability to fire their firearm!

Holster Security vs. Holster Safety • Bad guy getting your weapon VS. • Firearm

Holster Security vs. Holster Safety • Bad guy getting your weapon VS. • Firearm Owner operating their holster when they need it! copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 9

Holster SECURITY should NEVER Compromise Holster SAFETY; Because holster safety means Firearm Owner SAFETY

Holster SECURITY should NEVER Compromise Holster SAFETY; Because holster safety means Firearm Owner SAFETY

Purpose of a holster q Secure firearm to a designated location for Firearm Owner

Purpose of a holster q Secure firearm to a designated location for Firearm Owner during times of; q Standing q Running q Sitting in their car q Kneeling/Sitting/Ground/Prone q Physically defending their life q Driving a car q Shopping copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 11

Where Do holsters break? Things you should know!

Where Do holsters break? Things you should know!

Weakest places on a holster • Back Strap Feature breaks • Belt Loops from

Weakest places on a holster • Back Strap Feature breaks • Belt Loops from Belt • Belt Shank from Belt Loop • Belt Shank from Holster • Firearm from Holster copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 13

Weakest places on a holster • Back Strap Feature breaks – This is very

Weakest places on a holster • Back Strap Feature breaks – This is very common from pulling, tugging, twisting, grabbing firearm while in holster copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 14

Hood Break copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 15

Hood Break copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 15

Hoods Stretch copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 16

Hoods Stretch copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 16

Effected by Environmental copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 17

Effected by Environmental copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 17

Watch Gun Kick out from holster copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 18

Watch Gun Kick out from holster copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 18

Holster Safety Alert copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 19

Holster Safety Alert copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 19

Weakest places on a holster • Belt Loops from Belt – This is from

Weakest places on a holster • Belt Loops from Belt – This is from the pulling, tugging and twisting on a firearm while inside the holster copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 20

Belt Loops Break copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 21

Belt Loops Break copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 21

Belt Loops Break copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 22

Belt Loops Break copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 22

Weakest places on a holster • Belt shank from Belt Loop – This is

Weakest places on a holster • Belt shank from Belt Loop – This is pulling, tugging, twisting during a struggle, or if holster gets caught on fence or other hard objects copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 23

Belt Shank Break copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 24

Belt Shank Break copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 24

Weakest places on a holster • Belt Shank from Holster – In addition to

Weakest places on a holster • Belt Shank from Holster – In addition to the other reasons mentioned this is from the pulling, twisting or torking on a firearm inside the holster due to the way it secures to belt loop and belt copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 25

Belt Shank from the Holster copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 26

Belt Shank from the Holster copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 26

Quick Connect from the Holster copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 27

Quick Connect from the Holster copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 27

Body Drop copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 28

Body Drop copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 28

Weakest places on a holster • Firearm from Holster – Due to the other

Weakest places on a holster • Firearm from Holster – Due to the other reasons mentioned plus the interlocking features break copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 29

Firearm from Holster copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 30

Firearm from Holster copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 30

Holsters Which one do you HAVE? DO YOU HAVE THE ONE YOU NEED!

Holsters Which one do you HAVE? DO YOU HAVE THE ONE YOU NEED!

Tree Pull Test Belt-loop evaluation copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 32

Tree Pull Test Belt-loop evaluation copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 32

Tree Pull Test Holster Durability copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 33

Tree Pull Test Holster Durability copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 33

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copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 34

Tree Pull Test copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 35

Tree Pull Test copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 35

Body Drop copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 36

Body Drop copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 36

Rear Camera – Concealment Holster copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 37

Rear Camera – Concealment Holster copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 37

Rear Camera – Concealment Holster copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 38

Rear Camera – Concealment Holster copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 38

Performance Expectation • Every Firearm Owner has a certain expectation of performance of their

Performance Expectation • Every Firearm Owner has a certain expectation of performance of their gear • Make sure your company STANDS behind! copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 39

Types of Pull Test • Tree • Person –Standing & Ground –Front/Rear/Single/Angle copyrighted 1992

Types of Pull Test • Tree • Person –Standing & Ground –Front/Rear/Single/Angle copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 40

copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 41

copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 41

Handgun Retention Standing, on the Ground, or in Water “One System to Remember” “One

Handgun Retention Standing, on the Ground, or in Water “One System to Remember” “One System to Teach”

copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 43

copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 43

copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 44

copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 44

History of Handgun Retention • Early 1950 -60’s Handgun Retention wasn’t highlighted as part

History of Handgun Retention • Early 1950 -60’s Handgun Retention wasn’t highlighted as part of a training curriculum by the firearms instructor • Conducted through guided discussions when issued their firearm as a safety issue • Level 1 Holsters were worn – Meaning only 1 step to deploy the firearm (Grab and Draw) • Hold and Hit Response! copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 45

History of Handgun Retention • Early 1970 -80’s Handgun Retention was highlighted as part

History of Handgun Retention • Early 1970 -80’s Handgun Retention was highlighted as part of a training curriculum-By DT Instructors-NOT Firearm Instructors • Level 2 Holsters were worn – Meaning 2 steps to deploy the firearm (Grab, Unsnap safety strap and Draw) • Paddle, Flap and break front holsters for Revolvers • Jim Lindell is considered to be the father of Handgun Retention • Secure weapon with both hands and twist!- Do whatever it takes! copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 46

History of Handgun Retention • Early 1990’s Handgun Retention is part of a training

History of Handgun Retention • Early 1990’s Handgun Retention is part of a training curriculum-By Use of Force Trainers • Level 3 Holsters are worn – Meaning 3 steps to deploy the firearm (Grab, Unsnap safety strap, twist back, rock forward, push and pull etc and Draw) • High Level Security Holsters for Semi Automatics • Power Lock on Weapon and Attempt to Disengage, Control or Escalate Use of Force copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 47

According to FBI Bulletin • A large majority of Firearm Owners who have their

According to FBI Bulletin • A large majority of Firearm Owners who have their firearms taken in a struggle with a subject are shot with their own weapon. copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 48

4 Phases to Handgun Retention

4 Phases to Handgun Retention

Phases of Instruction • Awareness • Avoidance • Retention • Disarming/Use of Force Options

Phases of Instruction • Awareness • Avoidance • Retention • Disarming/Use of Force Options copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 50

Awareness • Ensuring the Firearm Owner is aware they are wearing a firearm •

Awareness • Ensuring the Firearm Owner is aware they are wearing a firearm • Wearing a firearm changes everything regarding Firearm Owner safety • Changes body positioning, posture, stance, how we interact, how we respond. copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 51

Awareness • Mental consciences of knowing you are wearing a firearm. • Balance &

Awareness • Mental consciences of knowing you are wearing a firearm. • Balance & Positioning of the Firearm Owner copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 52

Avoidance • Physical positioning • Guarding Weapon with Strong hand • Shielding Weapon with

Avoidance • Physical positioning • Guarding Weapon with Strong hand • Shielding Weapon with support hand copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 53

Retention • Power Lock on weapon to secure firearm • Securing elbow & Shielding

Retention • Power Lock on weapon to secure firearm • Securing elbow & Shielding head • Disable to disengage or escalate copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 54

Handgun Retention IN Holster

Handgun Retention IN Holster

Standing Mirror Grab copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 56

Standing Mirror Grab copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 56

Standing Cross Grab copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 57

Standing Cross Grab copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 57

Standing 2 Hand Grab copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 58

Standing 2 Hand Grab copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 58

Standing REAR Mirror Grab copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 59

Standing REAR Mirror Grab copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 59

Standing REAR Cross Grab copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 60

Standing REAR Cross Grab copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 60

Standing REAR 2 Hand Grab - Drop & Draw copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young

Standing REAR 2 Hand Grab - Drop & Draw copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 61

Standing REAR 2 Hand Grab - Drop – Draw Engage Threat copyrighted 1992 by

Standing REAR 2 Hand Grab - Drop – Draw Engage Threat copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 62

Breakout Drills Practice, Practice

Breakout Drills Practice, Practice

On the Ground you do the SAME THING! copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 64

On the Ground you do the SAME THING! copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 64

Guarding on The Ground Wiggle to Gun side down Strong elbow/forearm guarding weapon copyrighted

Guarding on The Ground Wiggle to Gun side down Strong elbow/forearm guarding weapon copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 65

Shielding Drop Gun side Elbow Load Support Hand copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 66

Shielding Drop Gun side Elbow Load Support Hand copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 66

Shielding Clear with Support Hand Create Distance copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 67

Shielding Clear with Support Hand Create Distance copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 67

Power Lock on Weapon Lock Weapon Lift Hips copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 68

Power Lock on Weapon Lock Weapon Lift Hips copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 68

Power Lock on Elbow Shield Head Secure Elbow copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 69

Power Lock on Elbow Shield Head Secure Elbow copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 69

Lift Hips Roll on Stomach Roll On Stomach copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 70

Lift Hips Roll on Stomach Roll On Stomach copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 70

Hand on Triceps Check Weapon copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 71

Hand on Triceps Check Weapon copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 71

4 Point Position & Scan Four Point Position Scan Area copyrighted 1992 by Dave

4 Point Position & Scan Four Point Position Scan Area copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 72

Mirror Grab on Stomach copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 73

Mirror Grab on Stomach copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 73

Cross Grab on Stomach copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 74

Cross Grab on Stomach copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 74

Cross Grab on Back copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 75

Cross Grab on Back copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 75

2 hand Grab on Stomach – Walk Out copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 76

2 hand Grab on Stomach – Walk Out copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 76

NEVER WAIT – BREAKAWAY AND GO! copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 77

NEVER WAIT – BREAKAWAY AND GO! copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 77

JUST BECAUSE THE WEAPON COMES OUT – YOU ARE STILL WINNING copyrighted 1992 by

JUST BECAUSE THE WEAPON COMES OUT – YOU ARE STILL WINNING copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 78

Hang-On – Stay Focused copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 79

Hang-On – Stay Focused copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 79

CONTROL – ACCESS – EVALUATE copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 80

CONTROL – ACCESS – EVALUATE copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 80

Use of Force Options Escaping Compliance through compression Front Neck Support Technique Contact Shots

Use of Force Options Escaping Compliance through compression Front Neck Support Technique Contact Shots Deadly Force Alternatives Disarming copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 81

Use of Force Options • Remember if you do not preprogram a direct physical

Use of Force Options • Remember if you do not preprogram a direct physical response under stress you will not get what you need! copyrighted 1992 by Dave Young 82

Survival Tip to remember Have a plan! Practice proper tactics! Anticipate danger!

Survival Tip to remember Have a plan! Practice proper tactics! Anticipate danger!

Dave Young Founder & Director ARMA Training Website: www. armatraining. com 772 -913 -1615

Dave Young Founder & Director ARMA Training Website: www. armatraining. com 772 -913 -1615 84