Hollowpoint ammunition is designed to expand upon impact, causing a larger wound channel, making it effective for self-defense. Full metal jacket ammunition has a soft lead core enclosed by a metal shell, reducing expansion, and is commonly used for practice due to its cost and reliability. For self-defense, hollow points are preferred as they maximize stopping power and minimize the risk of over-penetration, while full metal jacket rounds are suitable for training purposes to mimic the feel of standard ammunition without the higher cost. https://youtu.be/yIgz3g7eAIE?si=iZjC_sQUgbwCYsGk ..read more

Here we go Glock or Canik? I say why not both? Both are great options just one comes with more out of the box (the Canik) and the other you will be investing in upgrades (the Glock) you can’t go wrong with either in my opinion. Thoughts? #glock19mos#canikmetesf https://youtu.be/y-RSOl9T_FQ?si=5VmzlvVzzWpjKEMg ..read more

Dry firing with your pistol can be a valuable training tool for several reasons: 1. Trigger Control: It helps improve trigger control by allowing you to practice smooth, controlled trigger pulls without the distraction of live ammunition. 2. Sight Alignment: Dry firing helps you maintain proper sight alignment and sight picture, enhancing your accuracy. 3. Muscle Memory: It can build muscle memory for drawing and presenting your firearm, which is crucial for self-defense situations. 4. Practice Safety: Dry firing allows you to practice firearm safety without the risks associated with live amm ..read more

Packing for the Range? Here Are Your Must-Have Essentials! When heading to the gun range, a well-prepared range bag can make all the difference in your shooting experience. Whether you're a seasoned shooter or a beginner, here are the essentials you should have in your range bag: 1. Eye Protection: Safety always comes first. Quality eye protection shields your eyes from debris, brass, and potential hazards. 2. Ear Protection: Protect your hearing with ear protection like earmuffs or earplugs. Shooting can be loud, and safeguarding your hearing is crucial. 3. IFAK (Individual First Aid Kit): Ac ..read more

Why is it important to take a class and continue training? Because that is the only way to become proficient. I will be post LFT: Unloaded weekly covering firearms topics. Stay tuned and follow on YouTube and Instagram awhile as Facebook. YouTube https://youtu.be/lXJyu9IMzUI?si=FzIScwNYSrawvXrw ..read more

I am back! This week I my Shadow Systems XR920. Glock 45 Clone with all the upgrades you would want out of the box. Let me know what you think. Please be sure to subscribe on YouTube and like and follow on Facebook and Instagram https://youtu.be/R98vbe-3wQ0 ..read more

LFT PICK OF THE WEEK. The S&W EZ9. I use this gun in class a lot when working with students that don’t have a lot of grip strength to rack that slide. This firearm features an ez rack slide, https://youtu.be/k34gIVcXBIk grip safety, 2 8 round magazines, and an rail to mount a light, laser, or toaster. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Don’t just own a firearm become more proficient with your firearm. Take a class. #SpotsylvaniaVa #fredericksburgva #gunsafety #weaponstraining #firearmsafetyvirginia #firearmtrainingvirginia #ccwvirginia #staffordva #virginiaccw #womengunsafety #concealedcarrylicenseva #nrainstructor ..read more

LFT PICK OF THE WEEK! This is my second S&W that I own and probably my favorite. The S&W M&P 2.0. When I first got it I wasn’t a fan and but once I Chan the trigger to the Apex smh. Love it….almost more than my Glock Let me know what you think. #smithandwessonmp9 #s&w #smithandwessonmandp #SpotsylvaniaVa #fredericksburgva #gunsafety #weaponstraining #firearmsafetyvirginia #firearmtrainingvirginia #ccwvirginia #staffordva #virginiaccw #womengunsafety #concealedcarrylicenseva #nrainstructor #Glockarmor #blackowendguns #guncleaning #sirttrainingpistol #ccw #2A #legacyfirearmstrain ..read more

This is a great option for summer carry. A little bigger then a Glock 26 with a much better trigger and feel out of the box. https://youtu.be/TTsCDyluzzc ..read more

The Taurus TX22 Competition comes with 2 16 round mags and a red dot mounting system that mounts the red dot to the barrel of the firearm and not the slide. My upgrades: Tandomkross Game Changer Pro 2 comp Tandomkross Wingman +5 Magazine extension ( I may have said plus 4) Swampfox Justice Red Dot LFT PICK OF THE WEEK TAURUS TX22 COMPETITION https://youtu.be/Hy-C8KI_tT8 ..read more