Equipment Requirements
A. Firearm Requirement:
1. Handguns: All handguns must be “stock” as is typically carried by police, security or CCW holders. No “race”, “match” or “cowboy” guns etc. They should be of a major caliber, (.38—.45) and manufactured by a reputable company, (Glock, Sig, Berreta, H&K, S&W, etc.). A minimum of 3-magazines or 2-Speedloaders is required. These should be practice items as they are subject to a significant amount of abuse during the training process.
Holster/Support Equipment: You do not need a holster for Pistolcraft-110, but it can be used for transport. Holsters, magazine & speedloader pouches etc. are required for the other pistol courses and the transition drills in the shotgun/rifle classes. Law enforcement and security MUST replicate their duty gear. All others, bring what you have so long as it is NOT a shoulder holster, ankle holster, fanny pack or some other ridiculous contraption. ONLY certain clients in the advanced courses are allowed shoulder/back-up rigs. A flashlight is needed for the Reduced Light course.
2. Shotguns: Our shotgun courses are designed for law enforcement/military style shotguns; not sporting guns. Either a pump-action or autoloading shotgun will do, so long as the barrel does not exceed 20-inches. A full shoulder stock is required, either fixed or collapsible. No “pistol grip only” shotguns will be allowed. A sling is highly recommended. A method of securing extra ammo on your person or on the gun is recommended. Open top trap/skeet pouches will not do.
3. Patrol / Urban Rifle: These courses are designed for the semi-automatic, magazine fed rifles in caliber .223 through 7.62x39, although many pistol-caliber rifles do just fine. Leave the cowboy and hunting rifles at home. You should have at least three, 10 round detachable magazines and a belt mounted carrier system. The rifle must be of legal dimensions with a barrel not exceeding 20-inches. Only iron or red-dot/ACOG sight systems are acceptable. No Optical aiming devices. A sling is highly advisable and there are strict ammo restrictions.
NO SHORT PANTS! Loose fit trousers only! A good belt, sturdy footwear, high neck shirts, baseball style cap. Jacket, sweatshirt, rain gear as weather requires.
- Ballistic vest for those who wear them.
- A vest/light jacket for those who carry concealed.
- Knee & Elbow protectors, (recommended).
- Sun block & Insect repellent.
- Water and Lunch goodies as you desire.
- Notebook and pen.