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Friday, October 28, 2011
After reading the Internet gun guru go on about good guys being the only ones allowed to move in a gun fight, the humor of his theories especially shines when one recalls that the clerk in question got all of his training from the Internet and has never carried a firearm in the line of duty. Then it's just funny to hear him telling others what it takes to win a gun fight.
Thursday, October 27, 2011
On A Serious Note
Folks this is a topic too serious to joke about.
Times have changed since 1985.
What was once considered state-of-the-art is no longer.
Just as modern handguns have evolved since the '80s (remember the introduction of the high cap magazine and later "plastic" guns), self-defense tactics and modern training techniques have changed too
Until recently the development of public ranges lagged far behind military and government agencies whose ranges featured modern target equipment allowing non-civilian shooters to incorporate advanced training techniques into their daily shooting regimes.
Civilian ranges fell behind in part due to the great expense of high-tech target systems but more importantly because there was no wide spread demand that civilians train to win gun fights.
Back in the 1960s, 70s and even 80s few range developers gave a second thought to training civilians gun fighting techniques. Back then except for the "I Supported the Sheriff's Election Now I’m A Special Deputy" cards, there were no shall-issue hand gun carry permits. Thus, until recently training to win gun fights remained the exclusive domain of government agents, law enforcement, the military, a few veterans and government retirees who wished to maintain their fighting edge, and criminals.
As a result over the past 40 years most civilian range owners simply installed target technology that was not engineered to allow gun fighting training.
Finally things are changing as a handful of civilian gun range owners have embraced advances in computerized target equipment and modern range design. These range operators are dedicating themselves to offering the best possible training experience by allowing their patrons the same training opportunities long enjoyed by elite law enforcement agencies and military units. As a result civilian shooters can now practice street level gun fighting skills against moving targets on a daily basis.*
This is not to say there is no place in the modern world of handgun carry for old, traditional style target shooting offered by most ranges. Everyone knows the ability to hit stationary targets is important. In fact, most firearms trainers rightly argue that no matter how they start every gun fight generally ends in favor of the first round accurately fired into a vital area of the adversary.
However, it is also universally understood that training for handgun carry and self-defense with handguns requires more than standing on a firing line shooting at stationary targets from known distances. Few if any gun fights take place in controlled environments where adversaries follow commands to move to a known distance, stay perfectly still, and remain dutifully exposed until shot.
Despite this knowledge a few gun shop clerks and range operators downplay the importance of training against moving targets and they fail to inform shooters that consistently hitting stationary targets while important does not necessarily translate into the ability to survive a gun fight.
For whatever reason these clerks and range operators continue to advocate training techniques and equipment first used back in the 60's and 70's before the days shall-issue handgun carry permits when moving target systems simply did not exist in the civilian market.
Today with the advances in target systems, clerks claiming that range equipment designed a half century ago meets the demanding training needs of today's handgun carry permit holder are doing the entire shooting community a disservice and individual shooters a grave injustice.
The fact is that in preparing themselves for daily handgun carry shooters must take advantage of every training opportunity to gain the edge in a gun fight. Thus, any trainer, expert, range operator, or shop clerk advising shooters against working out on moving targets is potentially putting peoples lives at risk by denying them real world training experience!
In business, and life few things are worse than knowingly giving false and misleading advice especially when such advice could make the difference between life and death. In the gun business intentionally putting someone's life at risk for a $1.00 is beyond reprehensible.
To make matters worse the range clerks telling you there is no need to workout against moving targets are often unskilled shooters who are not trained firearms instructors. If such people are instructors one may be assured that they do not practice what they preach. All self-defense firearms instructors know that gun fights end as fast as they start - in seconds and are a fluid affair where movement is often key to surviving - carry permit holder's movement and the adversary target's movement!
Therefore, when experts and trainers themselves workout at the range they seldom spend all their time and ammo standing in one spot shooting at stationary targets. Instead they use elaborate drills and exercises in attempts to simulate the touch-stone of gun training - the ability to shoot against moving targets.
Indeed times have changed since the 80's when most area ranges were built. This means that handgun carry permit holders have an important question to answer:
Are you going to listen to people who are knowingly giving you bad advice that if followed could deny you the edge needed to survive a gun fight?
Sincerely,
Brant WilliamsPresident
Frontier Firearms, LLC
* at a cost of less than $0.85 per day for range members
It's 2011 not 1985
This is 2011 not 1985 - just like handguns have evolved, gun fighting tactics and training techniques have advanced.
If you think standing still shooting non-moving targets is all it takes to improve your chances of surviving a gun fight, good luck with that.
A dollar and that mindset could get you dead in a hurry!
Shop! Shoot! and Train! at
Frontier Firearms
The only range in Tennessee fully equipped with
the ATS - Active Target Shooting System!
~ Costs More But Worth It ~
The Good Old Days - Not Good Enough for Today!
In 1985 there were no Handgun Carry Permits.
Way back then ranges were built to improve target shooting - not gun fighting.
Today modern ranges are built to allow training in marksmanship AND the development of gun fighting skills. Why settle less?
For the very best of both worlds shoot and train at Frontier - Costs a bit more, but worth it!
After all how much is your life worth?
Shop! Shoot! and Train! at
Frontier Firearms
The only range in Tennessee fully equipped with
the ATS - Active Target Shooting System!
~ Costs More But Worth It ~
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
NEWS FLASH! General Bonkers Responds
Early today General Bonkers held a news conference to explain that he considers recent blog attacks
against him and his sister cats unwarranted acts of aggression which if continued
will be met by tooth and claw!
BACKGROUND
Few people understand the important role Battle Cats have played in the military history of our Nation.
Cats are proud and deadly creatures uniquely suited to modern warfare.
The U.S. military has long used cats in special operations under the top-secret Covert Anti-Terrorism Stealth (CATS) program. Smarter and stealthier than dogs, cats are also more agile: They can climb trees and leap across buildings to gather intelligence. Studies show they can survive nine times as long as human soldiers.
The CATS program originated during World War II and
was instrumental in the invasion of Normandy.
During the Vietnam War, cats proved adept at navigating unfamiliar terrain.
Paratroopers and cats, which do not need parachutes since they always land on their feet, perform training exercises over the California desert.
Cats are prized for their ability to see at night without the need for special equipment. In this exclusive image from the Abbottabad raid, a special ops cat sneaks up on Bin Laden's bodyguard.
A high-level CATS adviser, whose name was not released by the Pentagon, monitors the Abbottabad raid from the Situation Room.
An upcoming 10-part HBO series will tell the true story of an elite feline unit during World War II and will be directed by Tom Hanks.
History of Cats in our military provided by the staff of Izismile
Monday, October 24, 2011
First Time Shooter!
Above: RSO / Pistol Instructor Stephen passes on pointers to a first time shooter.
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Above: 25 yards looks a mile away to the little guy!
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. Above: Our young marksman proudly displays his weapon of mass destruction!
Above: Someone forgot to tell him only head shots count when shootin' Zombies!
Shop! Shoot! and Train!
at Frontier Firearms
Shop! Shoot! and Train!
at Frontier Firearms
The only range in Tennessee fully equipped with
the ATS - Active Target Shooting System!
~ Costs More But Worth It ~
And remember our commitment to the shooting public is to ALWAYS have highly trained and nationally certified Range Safety Officers and Pistol Instructors on duty to help you.
They can give you pointers, help diagnose bad habits,
And suggest proper corrective action.
And remember our commitment to the shooting public is to ALWAYS have highly trained and nationally certified Range Safety Officers and Pistol Instructors on duty to help you.
They can give you pointers, help diagnose bad habits,
And suggest proper corrective action.
Lions, and Tigers, and Bears! Oh my!
And why not they're "range" kitties.
Layway Everyday at Frontier
Layaway is a 365 proposition at Frontier Firearms.
20% Down
60 Days!
Trades work as down payments.
Sunday, October 23, 2011
Dad Used To Say , "Make each shot count".
Nothing's changed today.
It's still important to make every shot count...
Perhaps even more so now that the stakes are so high.
It's still important to make every shot count...
Perhaps even more so now that the stakes are so high.
So you've decided to do a bit of shooting to hone your self-defense skills and you've dropped a wad of cash on ammo.... what's next?
Do you spend your time and ammo blasting at dumb targets that can't move, don't require thought to hit, and do nothing to sharpen your reflexes much less your decision making skill?
And if you do, what's training like that worth?
According to the man running two of the areas traditional static-target ranges, training like that is worth anywhere from $Zero to $1.00 - at least that's what they charge.
According to the man running two of the areas traditional static-target ranges, training like that is worth anywhere from $Zero to $1.00 - at least that's what they charge.
Makes you wonder though, if the owner thinks it's nearly worthless to train and shoot at his ranges, something must be lacking. And do you really want to waste your time and expensive ammo there?
Kinda goes against what Dad taught, doesn't it?
Kinda goes against what Dad taught, doesn't it?
That's option one.
Option two: Visit Frontier Firearms and train on our modern ATS - Active Target Shooting System against smart targets like those used by the FBI at their facility in Virgina.
At Frontier you shoot against moving targets that force you to make "shoot / don't shoot" decisions and test your reflexes and skill against targets that appear for a second and then turn away.
Shoot at Frontier Firearms. It's what Dad would want....
Another Reason to Shop! Shoot! and Train!
at Frontier Firearms
at Frontier Firearms
The only range in Tennessee fully equipped with
the ATS - Active Target Shooting System!
~ Costs More But Worth It ~
And remember our commitment to the shooting public is to ALWAYS have highly trained and nationally certified Range Safety Officers and Pistol Instructors on duty to help you. They can give you pointers, help diagnose bad habits, and suggest proper corrective action.
And remember our commitment to the shooting public is to ALWAYS have highly trained and nationally certified Range Safety Officers and Pistol Instructors on duty to help you. They can give you pointers, help diagnose bad habits, and suggest proper corrective action.
Yet Another Reason to Shop! Shoot! and Train!
at Frontier Firearms
at Frontier Firearms
Had to Call In Extra Staff!
Thank you!
Thank You!
Thank You!
Because of all of our great customers...
We had to call in extra staff today!
God IS Good!
Not All Experiences Are Equal, II
Some are worth a $1.00
Others More Than a $1.00
The same is true for
indoor shooting ranges.
Another Reason to Shop! Shoot! and Train! at
Frontier Firearms
indoor shooting ranges.
Another Reason to Shop! Shoot! and Train! at
Frontier Firearms
The only range in Tennessee fully equipped with
the ATS - Active Target Shooting System!
~ Costs More But Worth It ~
Anyone Can Be the Cheapest...
Anyone can sell cheap...
However, there are more important things than price.
Another Reason to Shop! Shoot! and Train!
at Frontier Firearms
The only range in Tennessee fully equipped with
the ATS - Active Target Shooting System!
~ Costs More But Worth It ~
There Is A Reason Some Things Cost More
There are very good reasons why some things cost more.
And you shouldn't judge on cheap price!
The same is true for indoor shooting ranges.
Another Reason to Shop! Shoot! and Train!
at Frontier Firearms
The only range in Tennessee fully equipped with
the ATS - Active Target Shooting System!
~ Costs More But Worth It!
Not All Experiences Are Equal
Some Experiences Are
Only Worth a $1.00
Others Worth Much More
Another Reason to Shop! Shoot! and Train!
at Frontier Firearms
at Frontier Firearms
The only range in Tennessee fully equipped with
the ATS - Active Target Shooting System!
~ Costs More But Worth It ~
Saturday, October 22, 2011
Some Things Cost More for a Reason!
Some things cost more for a reason...
The same is true for
indoor shooting ranges!
Yet Another Reason to Shop! Shoot! and Train!
at Frontier Firearms
Some are overpriced at $1.00
The same is true for
indoor shooting ranges!
Yet Another Reason to Shop! Shoot! and Train!
at Frontier Firearms
The only range in Tennessee fully equipped with
the ATS - Active Target Shooting System!
~ Costs More But Worth It!
Some Things You Can't Wait To Do Again
Some Things You Can't Wait To Do Again....
Others you hope never to go back...
The same is true for
indoor shooting ranges! Just Another Reason to Shop! Shoot! and Train!
at Frontier Firearms
at Frontier Firearms
The only range in Tennessee fully equipped with
the ATS - Active Target Shooting System!
~ Costs more but worth it!
Some Places Are Priceless
Some Places Are Priceless....
Others Not So Much...
The same is true for
indoor shooting ranges!
Just One More Reason to Shop! Shoot! and Train!
at Frontier Firearms
at Frontier Firearms
The only range in Tennessee fully equipped with
the ATS - Active Target Shooting System!
~ Costs More But Worth It!
A Note of Thanks to Trevor for Reminding Me of God's Blessings
Dear Trevor,
Even though you removed the post in which you attempted to impugn my honesty, math skills, reading ability, and knowledge of my personal history, I still want to thank you for posting select parts of my resume....
Reading bits and pieces about my own past caused me to pause a moment and give thanks to God for the blessings He has bestowed upon me. Without doubt God has blessed me with a rich and wonderful life, full of incredible people and interesting experiences. He has allowed me to travel and live in some great places.
I must admit that sometimes I lose sight of the all the good things God's has seen fit to allow me. Sometimes instead of giving thanks, I focus on problems and things that are unimportant.
So while I am sure that your motive was the opposite your post served to remind me that in my life I have already experienced more than many. You reminded me that if I died today I would die happy, with no regrets that I wasted my time on Earth.
The post that you removed also reminded me how old I am getting.... making me realize I am much too old for all of this recent nonsense. So here's an idea instead of you making up tales about how wonderful the Outpost is and instead of your boss waging some sort of vendetta against Frontier, why don't you talk him into buying Frontier. Like I said, I'm old and need a break.
Then if he'd let you, you could run Frontier or whatever the name would be and you could show us if you have the stuff to run a viable business with actual customers. You've never had a chance to do that on your own without someone to correct your mistakes and tell you what to do, how and when to to do it. And CCA really would have the best indoor range around. So it'd be a win-win!
Again thanks, Trevor.
Sincerely,
Brant Williams
President
Frontier Firearms
Time Out!
Gotta take a day off - to go ride....
Class is sold out.... the store is in good hands, off we go!
SOLD OUT!
Sorry our OCT 22 TN Handgun Carry Course is SOLD OUT!
Check our schedule for up coming classes!
Register early.
Friday, October 21, 2011
Winds of Obsolescence Bodes Well for Shooters
Realizing that their ranges just don't measure up, other ranges are giving away range time in hopes of duping people into buying a membership to their obsolete, antiquated worn out target systems.
Unfortunately for other ranges the winds of change of have left them in the dust.
No professional firearms instructor advocates banging away at static targets over training proactively against moving targets.
In fact, when it comes to real world training a day of shooting on an old worn out range is worth exactly what they are charging for it - NOTHING! or $1.00!
So it's no surprise that more and more shooters are flocking in record numbers to our store to sign up to shoot on our ATS - Active Target Shooting System.
After all who wants to shoot on a 30 or 40 year old string system when they can shoot in a bright, clean, modern, well ventilated range that doesn't have toxic buildups of lead?
After all who wants to shoot on a 30 or 40 year old string system when they can shoot in a bright, clean, modern, well ventilated range that doesn't have toxic buildups of lead?
At Frontier we know shooters are not fools. We understand they know the difference between throwing lead down range at stationary targets and training against moving targets and targets that are only exposed for a second or two. That's why we spent so much money in order to offer the public what formally was only available to elite law enforcement agencies and secret government alphabet groups.
Now at Frontier anyone can train on the most modern, reliable live-fire target system available.
Thursday, October 20, 2011
I may sink, but I'll be damned if I strike!
John Paul Jones: I have not yet begun to fight!
We've all heard his famous response, in the early phase of the Battle of Flamborough Head, 23 September 1779, to an inquiry by his opponent Captain Richard Pearson of the Royal Navy ship HMS Serapis as to whether he was surrendering his ship USS Bon Homme Richard as recounted in the reminiscences of Jones' First Lieutenant, Richard Dale, as published in The Life and Character of John Paul Jones, a Captain in the United States Navy (1825) by John Henry Sherburne:
...the USS Bon Homme Richard, having head way, ran her bows into the stern of the Serapis. We had remained in this situation but a few minutes when we were again hailed by the Serapis, "Has your ship struck?" To which Captain Jones answered, "I have not yet begun to fight!"
In Naval terminology to "strike the colours" means to haul down the ship's flag to signify surrender.
John Paul Jones' much less famous response, in the late phase of the Battle of Flamborough Head, to Captain Pearson's inquiry as to whether he was surrendering the USS Bonhomme Richard, which was by this time very seriously damaged is no less telling than his first reply
Captain Jones' determination and steadfast refusal to surrender should be an inspiration to us all. We cannot surrender to current trends in our Nation and we should fight to throw out the current regime in Washington.
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Most Powerful Production Handgun: S&W 500 NOT!
The worlds most powerful pistol is the Austrian Pfeifer-Zeliska .600 Nitro Express Magnum. It is chambered to fire the British developed .600 caliber rifle bullet originally made by Holland and Holland. This revolver was not originally a full production model but a bespoke one off, built especially for a wealthy Swiss gentleman...Mr. Zeliska.
But if you would like one then contact Pfeifer arms and they will actually make one for you.
Priced at 13,840 Euro's, this equates as $17,316* or £11,722* including Tax ( *at Exchange rate as of 20 November 2008).
The Pfeifer Revolver is also available chambered for the .458 Winchester Magnum and this qualifies it as the second worlds most powerful handgun.
The .600 Nitro Express Magnum revolver is a single action, 5 shot, old west style gun. A single action revolver style was chosen for this gun as it is stronger in construction than a double action revolver due to the solid stronger base frame that the cylinder sits in.
The image below shows the colossal size of the revolver in the hands of a suitably impressed gun magazine photographer!
But if you would like one then contact Pfeifer arms and they will actually make one for you.
Priced at 13,840 Euro's, this equates as $17,316* or £11,722* including Tax ( *at Exchange rate as of 20 November 2008).
The Pfeifer Revolver is also available chambered for the .458 Winchester Magnum and this qualifies it as the second worlds most powerful handgun.
The .600 Nitro Express Magnum revolver is a single action, 5 shot, old west style gun. A single action revolver style was chosen for this gun as it is stronger in construction than a double action revolver due to the solid stronger base frame that the cylinder sits in.
The image below shows the colossal size of the revolver in the hands of a suitably impressed gun magazine photographer!
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