Handgun Familiarization

 

Prerequisites:  None.  No previous firearms experience is needed.  This class if for anyone who is interested in purchasing a handgun and is legally capable of attaining an Indiana ‘License to Carry Handgun Permit’1.

 

Goal:  Progress the student from Skill Level 1 to Skill Level 3 and familiarize them with the basic handgun platforms so they can make a more informed purchase. Give guidance so they have a better understanding of the necessary training and accessories needed to support the handgun.

 

Handgun Platforms:          -1911

                                                -Striker Fired (Glock)

                                                -Revolver

 

Outline: This class will be nearly 80% lecture/demonstration and 20% live fire. It will start with a safety lecture, then detailed explanations of each handgun platform (pros/cons).  Handgun accessories (holsters, belts, magazines and carriers) will discussed as well.  The students will have the opportunity to handle, ask questions, dry fire and live fire each weapon so they can determine which platform works best for them. 

 

 

  1. Go to http://www.in.gov/legislative/ic/code/title35/ar47/ch2.html to ensure you are qualified to legally own a handgun in Indiana.

 

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