Hackathorn on Red Dots & Defending your Church | SOTG 1237
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We brought back our friend and expert firearms instructor, Ken Hackathorn, to discuss red dot sights, specifically on handguns. Is a red dot sight on an everyday carry pistol an absolute necessity? What are the pros and cons? During our SOTG Homeroom from SOTGU.com, we will examine the recent attack on a noted bishop in a church in Sydney, Australia. This was the second mass stabbing attack in 48 hours. For our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. we will consider capped/recessed adjustment knobs versus the external turrets. Which one is the best choice for you? Also, we have another Pro Tip from...
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Spring Cleaning & VUDU X from EOTech | SOTG 1236
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The sun is finally out and it is time for spring cleaning. During our Froglube Pro Tips segment we will consider the term “CLP” and how it applies to keeping our guns clean. Also, we have a way for you to save money as well. For this week’s Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. we will consider another new optic in the Vudu X line; this one is a 2-12x40mm rifle scope. What is the best way to learn how to use your rifle/optic combination? Finally, being a prepared person is never a bad idea. Regardless of the potential disaster or crisis, we will always recommend that you are carrying...
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Islamic Terrorists Drugged to Kill & No More Naked Guns | SOTG 1235
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Once more, we have evidence that Islamic terrorists were drugged up on captagon, the poor man’s cocaine or “chemical courage” when they slaughtered innocent people in a concert hall in Moscow. The primary question you must ask yourself is whether or not you have the skill and mindset to stand between evil and the innocent. During our Tech Talk from EOTech, we will consider a brand new optic in the LPVO arena. EOTech will be releasing the new VUDU X line very soon. Keep an eye out for a video review. Also, for our SOTG Homeroom, we have a tragic incident to report. A young girl lost...
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Moscow Concert Hall & Shark Attack; YOU are the First Responder | SOTG 1234
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The terrorist attack at the concert hall in Moscow was horrible, but we have to examine it and learn from it. What can American citizens do and how can they prepare to deal with the threats that we are facing? During our SOTG Homeroom, from SOTGU, we will address a deadly shark attack. What could have been done differently? Could the victim have been saved? Whose responsibility is it to be prepared to save a life? Do you need an LPVO on your home defense rifle? During our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. we will consider that question in depth. Thanks for being a part of SOTG! We hope...
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Carry your Medical Gear, Save a Life (SOTGU on the Road) | SOTG 1233
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Do you have your medical gear on you at all times? If not, why not? We bring you a story today that might hopefully make you reconsider your stance on having medical gear readily available all the time. Because as Prof. Paul & Jarrad were on their way down to Texas, they were directly behind a rear-ending on the highway, and instantly THEY became the first responders. Speaking of Texas, SOTGU came to Texas and held the Martial Application of the Pistol class this past weekend! It was a fantastic event, and we’ve got an after action report for you to enjoy. And hey, if this conversation...
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Ken Hackathorn on Lights & the State of Police | SOTG 1232
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Prof. Paul and Jarrad are on the road to Tennessee to teach you hippies some classes! So to bide the time, we’re giving you the full, uncut interview that we did with Ken Hackathorn, addressing his internet breaking opinion about weapon lights. But not only that, as he and the Professor reminisce and lament about the State of Policing in the country today, and what it would take to get either of them to sign back up for that job. Spoiler Alert: You can’t afford it. So yeah, we have Ken Hackathorn on the show today, an internationally recognized trainer, to follow up on the discussion...
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Ken Hackathorn Sets Record Straight & Is an EMP Inevitable? | SOTG 1231
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Is an EMP or cosmic event inevitable which will disrupt communications and electronics? We have our good friend Brian Keeney from Occam Defense on with us for the Tech Talk segment from EOTech Inc to discuss faraday bags and EMP defense. During our SOTG Homeroom we will bring on Ken Hackathorn, an internationally recognized trainer, to follow up on the discussion we started last week in regard to lights on handguns. There is much more than the one minute video short on Youtube. Also, we have a Froglube Pro Tip of the Week for you. Want your guns to run all the time? Keep them...
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Wargaming the American Apocalypse: What Can You Do? | SOTG 1230
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No intellectually honest person can argue that we have allowed the United States of America to be put into a terrible, dangerous position. Hard times are coming. The question we address is what can each person do about that? We will talk about controlling those things that we can control. During our Tech Talk from EOTech, Professor Paul will consider flashlights and weaponlights. What is the difference between Lumen and Candlepower? Does it make a difference? Also, we have an SOTG Homeroom sponsored by Student of the Gun University. Paul and Jarrad will consider some controversy...
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When Acorns Attack: Florida Deputy Shoots his Boot | SOTG 1229
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A Florida deputy sheriff unloaded his pistol at his own patrol car after being startled by an acorn that dropped on the car roof. It gets better. The supervisory sergeant joined the deputy in shooting his cruiser. Oh, did we tell you there was a handcuffed suspect in the car? Certainly there are some lessons to be learned here. Another Ohio Sheriff has come forward to address the information and intelligence that was shared with senior law enforcement officials. What is the realistic threat facing the people of the United States? What can be done by every adult in America to prepare for...
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God, Guns & Guts: Protecting Houses of Worship | SOTG 1228
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You might not have heard of the recent attack at Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas. The national media is not excited and Democrats are not pushing gun control because good people with guns prevented a massacre by a bad woman who had a gun. We are going to focus on the lessons we can learn about how to protect houses of worship. During our Tech Talk from EOTech Inc. we will consider the “dot in the circle” reticle on the HWS optics and how you can use this purposeful design to your advantage. Also, during our FrogLube tip of the week, Jarrad will tell the best way to lube it up and get the...
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An Oregon teacher put the lives of his students before his own and confronted and disarmed a student who brought a gun to school. This act of bravery flies in the face of the anti-gun crowd who say that teachers cannot be trusted to make life or death decision regarding the safety of children.
During our Brownells Bullet Points discussion, Paul and Jarrad consider magazines. We all know that the magazine will wear out over time and need to be replaced. Is there a time that magazines can be repaired, and how can we do that?
For this week’s SOTG Homeroom from Crossbreed Holsters, we consider the importance of being able to be dangerous on demand. A young father lost his life because he was not able to be dangerous on demand and one police officer is alive today because he had the training and carried the gear. We have lessons to learn.
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- TOPIC: Magazines, Repair or Replace?
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- TOPIC: Father dies trying to save his family www.wdsu.com
- Shot Officer Ties Tourniquet On Leg, Goes Back In To Rescue Hostage defensemaven.io
- 'Hero' coach disarms Oregon student who brought loaded gun to school abc13.com
- New Report From Crime Prevention Research Center Shows 11.1 Million Americans Hold Concealed Carry Permits crimeresearch.org
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From www.wdsu.com:
Security video above shows a car speeding from the home of a father killed while defending his wife and children
A cash reward of $25,000 is being offered for information on the shooting death of an Australian man who died protecting his family during a home invasion in Texas.
Brenton Estorffe, 29, was killed during a break-in at his Katy home Wednesday, according to a release from the Fort Bend County Sheriff's Office. Two male suspects allegedly broke into Estorffe's home late Wednesday night by sneaking through a back window, police said.
From defensemaven.io:
Lower Swatara Township Police Officer Timonty Shea displayed incredible bravery after he was shot on Monday night.
Lower Swatara Township, PA – A police officer who was shot while responding to a domestic dispute call on Monday night tied a tourniquet on his own leg and went back in to help rescue a hostage after he was hit.
The incident began when officers responded to a call for a man holding a woman against her will at a trailer park on Bentley Lane near the Middletown line in Dauphin County, the Patriot-News reported.
From abc13.com:
New video shows the tense moments when an Oregon high school football coach disarmed a student roaming the campus with a loaded shotgun earlier this year.
The dramatic surveillance footage obtained by ABC station KATU shows coach Keanon Lowe walking out of the classroom with one hand on the gun and the other on the student. Lowe then hands the gun off and hugs the student, Angel Granados-Diaz.
Lowe can be seen talking to Granados-Diaz as he slowly backs him away from the classroom while students run to safety. Lowe then holds Granados-Diaz in place before police come to take him into custody.
From crimeresearch.org:
A copy of our newest report is available here. Copies of our annual reports from 2014 through 2018 are available here.
Summary
The number of concealed handgun permits has increased for the third year in a row. The figure now stands at over 18.66 million– a 304% increase since 2007. It’s also an 8% increase over the number of permits we counted a year ago in 2018. Unlike gun ownership surveys that may be affected by people’s unwillingness to answer personal questions, concealed handgun permit data is the only really “hard data” that we have. Sixteen states are missing from the data because people there don’t even need a permit to carry.