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This program shows you how to practice self-defense shooting techniques correctly. You'll learn and understand the three most important shooting techniques needed for fast, accurate, defensive shooting; presentation of the handgun, trigger control and drawing from concealment. If you want to become a faster, more accurate shooter you need to practice, this program gives you the information you need to practice smarter and get better in the shortest amount of time!
Just OKReviewed by Shane Baker, 2009-03-29
I have to disagree with the opinions of the other reviewers (or at
least their rating).
The production quality is not very good. These things come to
mind:
1. The title screen is a list menu with one item in it that says "1
L 1 11/20/2003 10:17AM".
2. The lava lamp type effects in the intro are really unpleasant to
look at. It's the type of thing you see when someone has some video
editing software and wants to make use of whatever effects are
available just because they can.
3. Finally, the video isn't broken down into real chapter segments.
Rather the video is broken down into equal segments of roughly 5
minutes. So, if you hit the next button, you are dropped into a
seemingly random place in the video. This is better than having no
chapter markers at all like some videos do.
The content is OK. I'm new to handguns and I do think this video
will help me. Unlike another reviewer, I don't think that the use
of different weapons is at all relevant in this video. There is not
one thing that I can think of in this video that pertains to
differences between semi-auto pistols and revolvers.
I appreciate the focus on the fact that "this isn't a bullseye
game". Magill points this out multiple times.
I do NOT think this video offers much value in terms of CCW
technique. I'm no expert, but I don't think I learned anything
there. I don't think I agree with the fact that he demonstrates
pocket carrying without a pocket holster. Others may
disagree.
Like I said, I think this video will benefit me because I'm new to
handguns. I doubt this would be a very good video for anyone that
has more experience than I do.
Good TipsReviewed by Reg 59, 2009-02-23
Lenny definitely gives you some good tips on safety (first and
foremost). If you have a carriers permit for your state you really
should check out this DVD.
Carrying a handgun is a huge responsibility and hopefully you will
never have to use it but, knowing how to use it should the time
come is crucial. When it comes to self-defense, you want to be
proficient and Lenny gives you the practice drills that will take
you from so-so to quick and effective handgun presentation. And
that may not be necessarily what you want but, it's absolutely what
you NEED if you're ever confronted by the bad guy! I got some good
stuff out of this DVD.
Good instruction on how to practice safely with your gunsReviewed by Democritus, 2008-04-22
In this video, Lenny Magill teaches the handgun owner how to
practice dry fire drills and safe exercises in practicing the
handling and shooting of handguns without ammunition so that the
handgun owner will have the skills necessary to handle and shoot a
handgun when it comes time to use a loaded gun safely and
proficiently whether on a shooting range or in a self-defense
situation.
Lenny Magill is teaching that proper ergonomics and repetitive
action will eventually teach the body to do what is necessary when
properly executed action is necessary. Lenny Magill instructs with
an emphasis on self-defense application of using a handgun. His
instruction is consistent with the books written by Charles
Stephens, an author on marksmanship who has wrote How To Become A
Master Handgunner: The Mechanics Of X-Count Shooting, Advanced
Master Handgunning: Secrets And Surefire Techniques To Make You A
Winner, HOW TO BECOME A MASTER HANDGUNNER, UPDATED - The Mechanics
of X-Count Shooting.
Lenny Magill repetitively stresses the clearing the weapon of
clothes, getting a good grip on the gun handle, drawing the gun,
pointing the gun, proper trigger action.
He introduces 5 methods of drawing the gun from concealed carry
means. He also introduces the use of 4 accessories for safe dry
fire practice: gun mounted laser pointer, loading the gun with snap
caps to practice pulling the trigger with sights aligned, the use
of rubber bullets without gun powder- only primer to test shots on
paper targets, and use of a timer to develop a sense of timing
reflex response.
I'm a believer in dry firing and its benefits to develop and
maintain skills necessary to use both in self -defense and on the
firing range. A boxer and martial artist might relate this practice
to shadow boxing drills or kata.
The video is 75 minutes long. After that 75 minutes, you can see
Lenny Magill's advertisements for his other videos.
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them. There is a good chance that you find some that fit inside
your gun.
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A serious DVD for Serious CCW personsReviewed by D. Kralis, 2006-04-11
I can draw quicker and shoot better after spending time with this video. Load up your handgun with snap caps and practice along with it. It's repiticious but that's what you need for an instructional video. Several handguns are used from a snubbie revolver to a larger semi-auto and everything in-between. Types of concealment, drawing smoothly and finding the aim point quickly are the highlights. This DVD is excellent for any CCW person newbie or experienced.
