PISTOL 2 - APPLICATION OF DEFENSIVE PISTOL
OVERVIEW
This eight-hour course, which requires completion of the Pistol 1 course as a prerequisite, includes both classroom instruction and range time. Training covers malfunction drills as well as administrative, slide-lock, and tactical reloads. Students will practice engaging multiple targets with an emphasis on eye movement and trigger reset, along with movement drills. Consistent performance will be developed through deliberate, high-quality repetitions of all techniques.
Experience Requirements:
THIS COURSE REQUIRES SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF PISTOL 1 BEFORE REGISTERING
Background checks are required.
Firearm Requirements:
*** As a safety precaution, the SIG SAUER P320 and ALL variants are banned from the property. ***
- Semi-automatic pistol: Full size and compact pistols only (semi-auto center fire pistols only - revolvers or rimfire pistols are not allowed)
- NO micro 380 or smaller caliber pistols or pocket pistols
- 9mm full, compact or sub-compact pistols can be used
- Must have an appropriate OWB holster that does not collapse when the handgun is removed. (No IWB Holsters).
- Firearm must have 10+ rd magazine capacity, etc.
Magazine Requirements:
- 3 magazines
- Magazine pouch that can hold your 2 extra magazines
Holster Requirements:
Holster compliance is at the discretion of the Instructor. If a holster is deemed to not comply with safety requirements, a loaner M&P 2.0 pistol and/or appropriate holster will be provided. Exceptions can be made for Agency or Department issued equipment.
- Dominant side, hip-mounted holster or dominant side, belt-mounted holster
- Must completely support the pistol.
- Must not collapse once drawn.
- Must fit properly to the belt.
- When holstered, the trigger guard must be completely covered.
- Must be oriented in a safe direction for drawing.
- "Trigger Finger" style retention devices are not permitted.
- Must be able to draw and holster one-handed; Support hand cannot be utilized.
Ammo:
Estimated round count: 400 rounds
Additional Equipment:
- Long pants with pockets and belt loops
- Sturdy 1.5" belt,
- Closed toe shoes (no flip flops or sandals)
- Crew neck (T-shirt) or button-up shirt (no low-cut neckline)
- Hydration system or re-sealable water bottle
- Wraparound eyewear, polycarbonate lenses or non-shattering prescription glasses
- Recommend electronic hearing protection or earmuffs and earplugs
- Loading devices (optional)