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WEAPONS RETENTION IS KEY IN SURVIVAL SITUATIONS, AS LOSING CONTROL OF YOUR FIREARM CAN RESULT IN DISASTER. ACCURACY IS MEANINGLESS IF YOU CAN'T KEEP YOUR GUN IN YOUR HANDS. IN A SURVIVAL SITUATION, YOUR PRIMARY GOAL IS TO SURVIVE, AND WEAPONS RETENTION IS A CRUCIAL COMPONENT OF THIS GOAL.
Understanding the Threat of Disarmament
Disarmament can occur in various ways, including being struck, grabbed, or manipulated by an attacker. A study by the International Association of Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors found that 70% of firearms are lost due to being struck, while 15% are lost due to being grabbed. In a survival situation, your opponent may be a wild animal or a human assailant, and understanding the threat of disarmament is crucial to maintaining control.
Weapons Retention Techniques
To maintain control of your firearm, it’s essential to practice effective weapons retention techniques. One technique is the “lock and load” method, which involves keeping your gun at a 45-degree angle in front of you, with your finger off the trigger and your thumb on the slide stop. This position allows you to quickly load a new magazine and maintain control of your gun. Another technique is the “cross-body draw,” which involves drawing your gun across your body to a safe location, such as your opposite hip. This technique can help prevent disarming and allow you to maintain control of your firearm.
Training for Survival Situations
In a survival situation, your training should focus on maintaining control of your firearm, rather than solely on accuracy. Practice your weapons retention techniques regularly, and consider training with a partner who can simulate different scenarios, such as being grabbed or struck. By focusing on weapons retention, you can increase your chances of surviving a survival situation and staying in control of your environment.
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