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Liz goes solo while Phil is on vacation (but he makes a remote appearance) to discuss the importance of learning from challenges. Whether you succeed or fail, you gain valuable knowledge that you can apply in the future. Instead of focusing on the end goal, you should be focused on the process. Follow on Facebook: https://facebook.com/therangestl Follow on X (Twitter): https://x.com/TheRangeSTL Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/therangestl Follow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/therangestl ©2024. The Range St. Louis West. All Rights Reserved.

Phil and Liz discuss the practice of tactical awareness as described in Patrick Van Horne's book "Left of Bang". As you become aware of a situation developing around you, how (and when) do you become pro-active in facing a potential threat. How (and when) do you determine if there is even a threat at all? "Bang" is the event. "Right of bang" means the event has already occurred. Do you know how to spot and prepare "left of bang"? Follow on Facebook: https://facebook.com/therangestl Follow on X (Twitter): https://x.com/TheRangeSTL Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/therangestl Follow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/therangestl ©2024. The Range St. Louis West. All Rights Reserved.

Phil and Vinnie look at all the small things to consider when it comes to maintaining your shooting gear. Even if you have quality gear, there are certain things you should check from time to time before it breaks, or a part go missing. Does ammo "expire"? That depends. ZAlso, are you looking for a Barrett? :) Follow on Facebook: https://facebook.com/therangestlouiswest Follow on X (Twitter): https://x.com/TheRangeSTL Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/therangestl Follow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/therangestl ©2024. The Range St. Louis West. All Rights Reserved. #revolvers #guns #rifles #shotguns #handguns #shootinggear #ammo #ammunition #accessories #stl #stlouis #stlouismo #2a #pewpew #pewpewlife

Phil and Liz always field questions all the time from customers and training students who are new to the firearms world. Here are some of the more common topics that come up: - The choice of a new gun to purchase - Don't all guns basically feel and shoot the same? - Can I borrow someone's gun? - Inheriting or transferring a gun - Laws regarding CCW and straw purchases - Traveling or vacationing with your firearms Follow on Facebook: https://facebook.com/therangestlouiswest Follow on X (Twitter): https://x.com/TheRangeSTL Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/therangestl Follow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/therangestl ©2024. The Range St. Louis West. All Rights Reserved.

Chris reviews the Chiappa 60DS revolver. Eccezionale! 😁 Follow on Facebook: https://facebook.com/therangestlouiswest Follow on X (Twitter): https://x.com/TheRangeSTL Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/therangestl Follow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/therangestl ©2024. The Range St. Louis West. All Rights Reserved.

Let's see... We have pepper spray, knives, guns, tasers, stun guns, etc. (and there are several more discussed in the video! Are some better than others? Should some be completely ignored? Could having a "personal safety tool" on you give you legal headaches if things go wrong? Phil and Liz present several scenarios and review the effectiveness of many popular tools on the market. Follow on Facebook: https://facebook.com/therangestlouiswest Follow on X (Twitter): https://x.com/TheRangeSTL Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/therangestl Follow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/therangestl ©2024. The Range St. Louis West. All Rights Reserved.

Phil and Liz look at the four basic fundamental rules of firearm safety and discuss how the "wording" has been adapted since they were introduced by Col. Jeff Cooper. But do they need to be re-interpreted? Our training team members discuss the proposed changes introduced by Cody Blocker, CPS and how his wording makes more sense than the literal version of Col. Cooper. Follow on Facebook: https://facebook.com/therangestlouiswest Follow on X (Twitter): https://x.com/TheRangeSTL Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/therangestl Follow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/therangestl ©2024. The Range St. Louis West. All Rights Reserved.

Phil and Liz discuss whether an effective home defense strategy depends on the size of your firearm. All sizes are considered from a small pistol to a large rifle or shotgun. Each is effective but there are several things to consider before making that decision. Phil also discusses setting boundaries during encounters. Follow on Facebook: https://facebook.com/therangestlouiswest Follow on X (Twitter): https://x.com/TheRangeSTL Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/therangestl Follow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/therangestl ©2024. The Range St. Louis West. All Rights Reserved.

Phil and Liz discuss the justifiable use of force in the face of an animal? Is that dog really a threat to you? Discussion look at different types of scenarios and what constitute a threat in the eyes of the law. Phil and Liz also go on a tangent about pepper spray vs. bear spray and end the episode discussing reciprocity between states: Is it enshrined into law or is it just a verbal agreement? Follow on Facebook: https://facebook.com/therangestlouiswest Follow on X (Twitter): https://x.com/TheRangeSTL Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/therangestl Follow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/therangestl ©2024. The Range St. Louis West. All Rights Reserved.

Phil goes solo today and discusses justifiable use of force after reading comments in a variety of online discussions. When is the use of force justified? When you feel threatened? Who decides what that means?? Your state's law determines justifiable use of force and you need to make sure your are informed or you may be facing jail time. Follow on Facebook: https://facebook.com/therangestlouiswest Follow on X (Twitter): https://x.com/TheRangeSTL Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/therangestl Follow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/therangestl ©2024. The Range St. Louis West. All Rights Reserved.

Phil and Liz discuss the need to continually improve your firearm skills so you can be ready to act whenever the need occurs. You should also practice your situational awareness skills to instantly know how you would act if a potential confrontation starts to develop. Follow on Facebook: https://facebook.com/therangestlouiswest Follow on X (Twitter): https://x.com/TheRangeSTL Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/therangestl Follow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/therangestl ©2024. The Range St. Louis West. All Rights Reserved.

Chris gets to review the Holosun DRS-NV after we received a batch of them at the store. He goes over all of the "goodness" including the capabilities, features, and power options. Follow on Facebook: https://facebook.com/therangestlouiswest Follow on X (Twitter): https://x.com/TheRangeSTL Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/therangestl Follow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/therangestl ©2024. The Range St. Louis West. All Rights Reserved.

Phil, Liz and Vinnie discuss several scenarios where you may feel obligated to intervene. But should you? This may be a good opportunity to think about what you should do before the moment presents itself with little warning and you need to make a decision on the spot. Follow on Facebook: https://facebook.com/therangestlouiswest Follow on X (Twitter): https://x.com/TheRangeSTL Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/therangestl Follow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/therangestl ©2024. The Range St. Louis West. All Rights Reserved.

So you've decided to conceal-carry your pistol. Nothing to it right? Just buy a firearm and (if you're in a constitutional carry state) just carry it around! You could do that but should you? Even if you take a CCW class, is that all you need? Phil and Liz take some time to go over your journey to concealed-carrying and why more extensive training is critical to your protection and for those around you. Follow on Facebook: https://facebook.com/therangestlouiswest Follow on X (Twitter): https://x.com/TheRangeSTL Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/therangestl Follow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/therangestl ©2024. The Range St. Louis West. All Rights Reserved.

After recapping the Women's Self-Defense Workshop at West County Gracie Barra (where Phil has happily body slammed to the floor), Our duo go over their Every Day Carry items. Is it similar to yours? Let us know in the comments what you carry. Follow on Facebook: https://facebook.com/therangestlouiswest Follow on X (Twitter): https://x.com/TheRangeSTL Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/therangestl Follow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/therangestl ©2024. The Range St. Louis West. All Rights Reserved.

Phil explains how the use of force to defend property is not always the best solution and uses the example of the tragic events of March 14th in Lumberton, NC when a worker was killed while trying to prevent a carjacking. That is followed by Phil demonstrating his Deep Carry setup using the Phlster holster system. The last segment focuses of why you should always try a gun before purchasing it while providing examples of a few students struggling with their gun during a recent class. Links: Enigma Deep Carry Tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lqREMKaPBF0 Follow on Facebook: https://facebook.com/therangestlouiswest Follow on X (Twitter): https://x.com/TheRangeSTL Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/therangestl Follow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/therangestl ©2024. The Range St. Louis West. All Rights Reserved.

After discussing the Rock Island Armory 5.0E pistol (which has virtually no "wall" on the trigger pull), Phil demonstrates the Phlster Enigma holster which can be used in situations when belts are not practical or available. Follow on Facebook: https://facebook.com/therangestlouiswest Follow on X (Twitter): https://x.com/TheRangeSTL Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/therangestl Follow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/therangestl ©2024. The Range St. Louis West. All Rights Reserved.

Phil and Liz are back from the ILEETA conference to discuss the whole concept of "women's guns" and offer a critique of a popular model being sold to women: the S&W Shield EZ. They follow up with a preview of the March 29th Women's Shooting Group Meet and Greet at The Range and recap their time at the ILEETA Conference held in St. Louis during the week of March 18-22. Follow on Facebook: https://facebook.com/therangestlouiswest Follow on X (Twitter): https://x.com/TheRangeSTL Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/therangestl Follow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/therangestl ©2024. The Range St. Louis West. All Rights Reserved.

Chris reviews the Staccato P Series pistol. Come to the store and try it out. You'll instantly fall in love with it. (Yes, it's that good!) Follow on Facebook: https://facebook.com/therangestlouiswest Follow on X (Twitter): https://x.com/TheRangeSTL Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/therangestl Follow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/therangestl ©2024. The Range St. Louis West. All Rights Reserved.

Phil and Liz tackle the most common myths relating to concealed-carrying in public including the firearm itself, legal implications and what it means to live in a "constitutional carry" state. Follow on Facebook: https://facebook.com/therangestlouiswest Follow on X (Twitter): https://x.com/TheRangeSTL Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/therangestl Follow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/therangestl ©2024. The Range St. Louis West. All Rights Reserved.

Phil ad Liz tackle some more common myths relating to concealed-carry revolving around you firearm racked, guns that go off by themselves, the amount of training needed and much more! Follow on Facebook: https://facebook.com/therangestlouiswest Follow on X (Twitter): https://x.com/TheRangeSTL Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/therangestl Follow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/therangestl ©2024. The Range St. Louis West. All Rights Reserved.

Phil and Liz discuss bodycam footage of an incident that occurred last November when a Florida Deputy in Okaloosa County thought an acorn hitting the top of the police cruiser was a suppressed gunshot coming from the suspect inside the vehicle. Were his ensuing actions reasonable? What about his partner's? Follow on Facebook: https://facebook.com/therangestlouiswest Follow on X (Twitter): https://x.com/TheRangeSTL Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/therangestl Follow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/therangestl ©2024. The Range St. Louis West. All Rights Reserved.

What would you do if someone became loud in public and you felt the antagonism was directed at you? Do you automatically go into fight or flight mode? Phil had someone go through that experience and he asks Liz for her input. Follow on Facebook: https://facebook.com/therangestlouiswest Follow on X (Twitter): https://x.com/TheRangeSTL Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/therangestl Follow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/therangestl ©2024. The Range St. Louis West. All Rights Reserved.

Chris introduces the H9 pistol discussed at Shot Show 24 with Daniel Defense. In addition to a bit of backstory on the pistol, he reviews the features that make it unique and shoots some rounds of it to determine whether it's worth the cost. Follow on Facebook: https://facebook.com/therangestlouiswest Follow on X (Twitter): https://x.com/TheRangeSTL Follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/therangestl Follow on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/therangestl ©2024. The Range St. Louis West. All Rights Reserved.