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The shotgun is the defensive tool of choice for many because of its high hit probability and general ease of use. This two-day Combat Shotgun will help you get the most out of your pump action or semi auto shotgun. We will discuss weapon and ammunition selection, patterning and zeroing, reloading, and ammunition management. This course is geared toward the defensive use of the pump action or semi-auto shotgun, not competition.
Prerequisites - None
Topics Covered Include -
Safety
Ready positions
Multiple threat engagements
Use of cover
Stance
Shooting positions
Reloads
Ammo selection
Ammo management
Patterning
Use of sights
Shooting on the move
Malfunctions
Lateral movement
Equipment list -
Positive attitude
Quality, serviceable Combat Shotgun, 12 or 20 gauge.
600 rounds of bird shot
25 rounds of buck shot
20 rounds of slugs
Pistol with holster and 200 rounds
Eye protection, wrap around.
Ear protection, muff style are recommended
Hat with brim or bill
Duty/call out gear
Knee/elbow pads (optional)
Water & Lunch
Sunblock/insect repellent as needed
Rain gear as needed
Notebook/pen
Cleaning kit with lube
Notes on gear: You do not need to go out and buy body armor, tactical vests and holsters to take this course. Please have the ability to carry on your body 20 shells for your Combat Shotgun. This will be all you need to train with
If you are an armed professional who utilizes certain tactical gear during the course of your duties, by all means please bring it with you and train with it. Not all of the training will require your kit so try to have some pouches to train “slick”