If you read all of Part 1 and part 2 of our CCW series, and you are now ready to take your skills to the range, then we want to help you feel ensured every step is done correctly and safely. 

 With concealed carry and carrying in general, there is a rule for the drawing and holstering your firearm:  quick out of the holster, and slow back into the holster.  You want to draw the firearm quickly so as to negate the threat quickly, but take your time with holstering your firearm. 
 
There is sound reasoning with this process.

The threat may get back up, re-engage or more threats may appear.  Taking your time with the holstering is also a safety precaution, so you can ensure no clothing or anything else prevents you from holstering your firearm. 

Once you choose to carry concealed, being prepared in the appropriate techniques is a vital aspect of your firearms training.   Take the time to learn the right skills,

We can help. At Scorpion Defense Training, our instructors can provide professionalism and mentoring to help you become confident and proficient concealed carry owner.

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Following onto Part 1, we are recommending that when at home you can practice your draw stroke and presentation skills by using a similar tool to the SIRT laser training pistol or an airsoft pistol.   With the SIRT pistol you can create a target, and practice your draw and initial discharge safely. 
 
In this article, we’ll talk about starting with the absolute basics of practicing your draw stroke.
 
A three count action is involved with the concealed carry draw stroke. 
Count 1 is the defeat, or clearing of the garment, away from the firearm. 
Count 2 is the grip and draw of the firearm from the holster. 
Count 3 is the joining of the hands and the presentation of the firearm on target. 
 
Consistently practicing this initial 3-count procedure is critical when it comes to executing the actual “draw stroke” of your firearm. 

Practice and training helps build confidence to correctly master your best skills. This could be the difference between life and death. 
 
So far, you’ve been practicing at home. Keep in mind that performing on the range can add new challenges due to the live rounds in the chamber.  In our next article we’ll be talking about the benefits of visiting the range and incorporating what you’ve practiced at home.
 
Let us help you with your counts and until you are successful in performing  full draw stroke correctly.  Start here: https://www.sdtrainingllc.com/contact-us.html