This checklist represents absolute minimum requirements for equipment and firearm capability.

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• A firm leather or nylon gun belt is a requirement. There are a number of companies making such belts. An internet search for "gun belts" will return several results for review.

  • Personally, I love these belts and have several.

• Semi-autos must have slide lock-back capability

• Semi-auto magazines must have a minimum capacity of 6 rounds

• You must bring at least 3 functional magazines for semi-autos - more is better.

  • Please do not sign up for the class if you have only one magazine.

• Holsters must cover the trigger guard

• Factory ammo only...no hand or home reloads.

  • Factory reloaded ammo is OK.

• No single-action revolvers, e.g. Colt “Peacemaker” or similar “Old West” models

• Double action revolvers must be fired via double action – no single action firing allowed

• Use of holsters is required

• Firearms will not be supplied by the instructor to students.

• Holsters must be worn on the strong side and designed for the hip or thigh

  • Inside the Waistband ("IWB") holsters are OK if they are strong side only

• Bring at least 25 rounds of ammunition for each firearm with which you wish to qualify (up to 2 firearms).

  • Again, DO NOT LOAD IT.

  • My definition of "loaded" is that if I see your firearm with a magazine inserted into the mag well, I consider that "loaded."

• The following types of holsters are not allowed in this class for safety reasons:

  • Appendix

  • Small of the back

  • Shoulder

  • Chest

  • Cross draw

  • Fanny pack

  • Pocket

  • Belly band

  • Purse or over-the-shoulder-bag

  • Ankle

• Also bring:

  • ​Eye protection that protects from the side as well

  • If you wear prescription glasses, there are large protective glasses that will fit over them.

  • ​Hearing protection

    • The electronic muff type of hearing protection is highly recommended.

  • ​Pen or pencil, as extensive note-taking is required.

  • A hat with some sort of brim such as a baseball cap for sun and ejected shell protection.

  • Water and/or snacks

  • Sunscreen in case we are outdoors

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OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• No sandals or other types of "open toed" footwear

• Ammunition carriers (spare magazine holders or speed loader pouches) are not required, but highly recommended

• When you come to class, ENSURE THE FIREARM IS UNLOADED!

• If a firearm is not holstered, you may carry it:

  • With the slide locked back if a semi-auto

  • Or, with the cylinder open if a revolver

• After you show up for class, do not handle or manipulate firearms without specific permission of an instructor.

• I reserve the right to perform a cursory safety inspection of each firearm.

• From the time you enter the class, you will be expected to be aware of firearm safety.

• At a minimum, DO NOT POINT YOUR FIREARM AT ANYONE and KEEP YOUR FINGER OFF THE TRIGGER!

• Do not wear low-cut shirts or blouses for better protection from hot ejected spent cartridge shells

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