Train to survive

Violence, whether recreational or otherwise, is part of the culture in South Africa. Therefore, whether we like it or not, violence is going to be a feature of our lives for a long time to come. Rather than to ignore it or hide away from it, we must learn to handle it. If we wish to stay in this beautiful but troubled country we have to learn to deal with the problem. The only objective way we can live with violence is to avoid it, deflect it or reduce its impact by being prepared for it because it will not go away! This is a terrible notion for genteel folk who just want to live in peace but one we can no longer ignore.

Instinct is the key

As usual, it is nature that holds the key. The human animal's natural instincts, which include spontaneous reaction to sudden attack, are formidable powers which will usually ensure survival but only if harnessed correctly. In my experience there are two factors which constantly interfere with our primordial ability to defend ourselves, inappropriate equipment and training, which have killed (and continue to kill) many "good guys".

After many long years involvement in personal security matters I have reached the conclusion that in order to give full reign to the natural survival instincts of the human body, equipment and training must be kept as simple as possible.

Lessons from farm attacks

Recent history has shown that as far as attacks on farmers in our country are concerned, attackers (on average) number three to five in a group. The average attack occurs at very close range and is over within a few seconds. This suggests that a handgun with sufficient firepower and hitting power is called for.

Are you prepared

Attacks are sudden and without warning. A huge bonus during such attack is a concealed handgun capable of immediate action, one that requires no time-wasting two-handed loading operation or a frantic search for a cunningly hidden safety catch. What is needed is a handgun that can be pulled, pointed and fired repeatedly without fuss or bother as well as capable of being carried safely whilst in this ultra-ready mode.

Both the training offered and the equipment recommended should be calculated to keep people safe whilst at the same time impacting minimally on their daily lives.

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Don Gold FLASH POINT! TRAINING AND EQUIPMENT