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Red Dot Pistol Course

June 24, 2023 @ 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Red Dot Pistol Course-

Taught by Jon Holland

Army Combat Vet, Law Enforcement/SWAT
TCOLE Firearms and SWAT Instructor – Red Dot Instructor
 
(Disclaimer: this class is not intended for brand new shooters. Students should already be familiar with the fundamentals of operating a handgun before attending this class.​)
 
This class is for those carrying a handgun with a red dot or those who want to venture into it. In this class students will learn the benefits and drawbacks to red dots, information on red dot selection, how to zero your red dot properly, develop  proficiency in the presentation of the handgun to quickly acquire a proper sight picture for defensive use and demonstrate the effectiveness of carrying with a red dot.​
 
Requirements: Handgun of at least .9mm caliber OWB/IWB holstered(no blackhawk serpa) unloaded in a range bag or case prior to arrival, minimum 350 rounds of ammo, eye and ear protection(prefer electronic) (prescription and sunglasses are fine), pen/paper, lunch, snacks, and water.​

Classroom time: discuss benefits of red dot vs iron sights (faster follow up shots, finer aiming point, increased accuracy, cross eye dominance solved, simplified instruction and diagnostics, THREAT FOCUSED SHOOTING).​

Types of red dots and considerations. “Duty rated” red dots. Factory support. Battery life.​ Maintenance/care.

Discuss downsides (slower first shot when retraining yourself, relearning presentation), discuss MDF (magical dot fairy concept).​

Mounting considerations (MOS, milled, aftermarket slides, RCS balor drop-in.

VERY LIMITED SPOTS!
*refunds are not given for a student cancellation less than 15 days out*
Class Cost -$165.00
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Venue

Armed Texans Range
369 CR 2784
Mineola, TX 75773 United States
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