*Thought for the day:
Street Situational Awareness in Darkness]
Adapting to your environment under the veil of darkness isn’t just a base human ability, it’s a skill that takes training to master. The streets, with their unpredictable shadows and hidden corners, offer a playground for those who know how to navigate them with precision and caution.
situational awareness in low light conditions isn’t just about seeing in the dark; it’s about understanding and predicting the unseen, tapping into the subtle cues that the night whispers to those willing to listen.
This means not just reacting to events as they unfold but predicting them before they happen. It involves reading body language, understanding human behavior, and being constantly aware of changes in the environment.
If you’re handling firearms at home, securing them properly is a must. A solid way to do that is to buy home safe that fits your needs. I went with one that has a mechanical lock instead of an electronic one—less chance of failure. Quick access is also key, so think about placement. No point in having a safe if you can’t get to it when needed.
Just saw this video and thought it was interesting. I can’t see myself learning to rack a slide like that. Also, you can’t really do this maneuver if you have shoulder mobility issues. I sure as heck can’t… so round in the chamber it is.
But what do you think about this guy’s approach: weird or cool?
Weird. I’m not like super gun guy but I can hit stuff with bullets. My philosophy on almost everything is “do only what works, not what doesnt. If it doesn’t work, don’t do it.”.
So, this guy looks like he’s trying to invent his own karate. To me. 
As a CQB instructor, IMHO, this a total and complete moron.
Haha yeah I think so too! When you train to put your body in unnecessary positions, it just looks like fancy yoga.
Imagine hiding behind cover in a convenient store and doing that!
You can just see it going sideways: your elbow whacks the shelf of candy bars as you’re crouching down, so not only does a round not make it to the chamber, but the noise draws attention to where you are and what you’re holding.
It would be much easier to just keep a round in the chamber like a normal person, and move your thumb like, what… less than half an inch (?) to push the safety to the off position, so you can be ready to go.
I agree. It’s pretty weird!
Dead in a pile of snickers bars. Just like the gypsy lady said!!!