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Dave Spaulding

Dave Spaulding

Dave Spaulding was the 2010 Law Officer Trainer of the Year. He’s a 28-year law enforcement veteran who retired at the rank of lieutenant, and then went to work for a federal security contractor. Spaulding currently runs his own training company that focuses on the combative application of the handgun. His website, www.handguncombatives.com, contains information on his courses. His blog “The Combative Mind” can be reached at www.davespaulding.com.

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Third Degree: The 90-Two & Px4 Storm Pistols

After the military selected the Beretta, a number of American police agencies followed suit, but as time went by it became clear street cops favored smaller, lighter guns with adjustable grips and consistent trigger actions.

Is It Enough Gun?

To my way of thinking, the proper concealed-carry handgun needs to actually fill the hand of the person shooting it.

Training for Close-Quarter Combat

I solved the problem by executing a super secret, Ninja-like, spec-ops move known to very few people on the planet I poked her in the eyes.

Third Degree: Aeromedix's RSK Mk1 Folding Knife

Anyone who needs a gun for personal security will likely face challenges requiring a blade, either as a cutting or extrication tool or as a secondary weapon.

Fighting Multiple Adversaries

Think about your own youth. Weren't you more likely to get in trouble or do something dumb when you were with someone than when you were alone? It's no different for criminals.