Cruel Hand Luke

CLOSE RANGE GUNFIGHTING APRIL 30 - MAY 1, 2016 DAYTON, TENNESSEE Price : $350  INSTRUCTOR: RANDY HARRIS This is our flagship course and goes as far as you can safely go on a square range with live-fire pistols. The dynamic curriculum surpasses the traditional handgun methods commonly taught in most institutions and focuses of the use of the pistol in aggressive close range applications likely in individual civilian street encounters. The class begins with a tune-up of the fundamentals, then we progress quickly to new skills such as Proactive and Reactive Manipulations, Shooting While Moving Off The X, Reality-Based Multiple Hostiles Engagement, 360 degree CQB Movement, Danger-Close Fighting, Bilateral Shooting, 360 degree After Action Assessment Methods, and Integrating the Flashlight and Other Tools into the Firing Platform. This is the life-saving material that is often ignored in many other programs. In two days, you will receive more information than most armed professionals ever get! We must point out that THIS COURSE IS NOT FOR THE NOVICE SHOOTER. If you have not received basic instruction, or have a question about your skill level, please call us first. CLASS AND RANGE DETAILS DURATION: 2 days TIME: 8:30AM to 4:30PM AMMUNITION: Approximately 500 rounds (Minimum) RANGE & GEAR REQUIREMENTS: Modern defensive pistol and a holster specifically made for that pistol and designed to be worn on the belt. Three (3) magazines and magazine pouch, a belt of the same width as the belt loops for the holster and magazine pouches, and range safety gear (eye protection, and ear protection). Also Helpful Bring spare clothing appropriate for the weather, including a hat, sunscreen, and bug repellent. Plan to bring lunch, snacks, and water (min 1 gallon per person) for the entire day unless driving to lunch is a viable option from the range location. Bring allergy medication (if needed), a chair (if you prefer), note taking supplies, and a boo boo kit (band aids, gauze pads, antiseptic wipes, antibiotic ointment and tape). You may wish to bring pads such as knee pads, elbow pads, and gloves if the class lends itself to that. For more info and to register.....http://www.suarezinternationalstore....x#.VqzTnPkrKow

COMBAT RIFLE MARKSMANSHIP MARCH 6, 2016 CHATTANOOGA, TENNESSEE Price: $200 INSTRUCTOR: RANDY HARRIS In this class you will learn how to fire an accurate shot with your semi auto military assault rifle. All types and calibers are welcome (AR-15, AK-47s, UZI, HK, etc.). You will learn all the basics of riflery from zeriong, the essential elements of insuring an accurate shot, as well as using ground and cover to enhance your effect downrange. This course is perfect for the new rifle owner, or as a tune up for an experienced rifleman. CLASS AND RANGE DETAILS DURATION: 1 Day TIME: 9:00AM to 5:00PM CST AMMUNITION: Approximately 150 rounds (Minimum) RANGE & GEAR REQUIREMENTS: Rifle, sling, at least 2 magazines if using a semi-automatic, manner to carry extra ammo, pistol, holster and range safety gear. Also Helpful Bring spare clothing appropriate for the weather, including a hat, sunscreen, and bug repellent. Plan to bring lunch, snacks, and water (min 1 gallon per person) for the entire day unless driving to lunch is a viable option from the range location. Bring allergy medication (if needed), a chair (if you prefer), note taking supplies, and a boo boo kit (band aids, gauze pads, antiseptic wipes, antibiotic ointment and tape). You may wish to bring pads such as knee pads, elbow pads, and gloves if the class lends itself to that. For more info and to register......http://www.suarezinternationalstore....x#.VqzLn_krKow

Reminder....this one is coming up at the end of the month!

REMINDER!!!!   THIS IS COMING UP ON SUNDAY!

OK.... as of today's mail I have deposits from .....   S. Bean x2  E Smith A Hutsell A Swymer R Krueger  

Just a quick heads up for those who were wanting to take our foundation laying CRG 1 class, this one is coming up in just about 5 weeks. This is the perfect place to start your journey and a great place to review (and learn some stuff you may not have seen yet) for those who have already had a class or two from other schools.   CRG-1: PISTOL GUNFIGHTING FEBRUARY 27-28, 2016 Price: $350 CHATTANOOGA, TENNESSEE INSTRUCTOR: RANDY HARRIS All training must begin with fundamentals. This comprehensive fundamentals class is designed to prep you for the more advanced courses such as Close Range Gunfighting. Through a carefully designed and detailed curriculum we are able to bring you up to a level of skill in a short two day class that previously would take over 4 or 5 days to achieve at other schools. You will learn a complete presentation of the modern combative technique of the pistol which will put you in good standing for any defensive situations you may encounter in the real world. We will also be incorporating fundamental Point Shooting techniques which will prep you for the more advanced courses such as Advanced Reactive Gunfighting. You will learn the components of various point shooting methods and integrate them into your existing skill sets. This knowledge will put you in good standing for any defensive situations you may encounter in the real world. No experience or prior training is needed to attend this class and it is specially suitable for beginners, or as a tune-up for accomplished shooters. CLASS AND RANGE DETAILS DURATION: 2 days TIME: 9:00AM to 5:00PM CST AMMUNITION: Approximately 300 rounds (Minimum) RANGE & GEAR REQUIREMENTS: Modern defensive pistol and a holster specifically made for that pistol and designed to be worn on the belt. Three (3) magazines and magazine pouch, a belt of the same width as the belt loops for the holster and magazine pouches, and range safety gear (eye protection, and ear protection). Also Helpful Bring spare clothing appropriate for the weather, including a hat, sunscreen, and bug repellent. Plan to bring lunch, snacks, and water (min 1 gallon per person) for the entire day unless driving to lunch is a viable option from the range location. Bring allergy medication (if needed), a chair (if you prefer), note taking supplies, and a boo boo kit (band aids, gauze pads, antiseptic wipes, antibiotic ointment and tape). You may wish to bring pads such as knee pads, elbow pads, and gloves if the class lends itself to that. For more info and to sign up.....http://www.suarezinternationalstore....x#.Vqd85vkrKow

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Fight At Night : Defensive Concepts for Dark Environments   Date: Saturday March 12 Time: 4PM - 11PM Location: The Ridge Dayton TN. (http://www.theridgeshooting.com/)  Price $160 cash or check. ($60 Deposit to hold spot / balance due night of class). Instructor: Randy Harris     This rarely offered class will cover some critical skills which include shooting with and without the help of flashlights in low or no light. We will work both proactively challenging unknown potential threats and reacting to unexpected close range attacks in low light settings. You will see just how much light you really need to accurately shoot by and how much light you actually need to ID targets. We will also cover manipulating the pistol in the dark both with and without a light in our hands. We will load , unload and clear malfunctions with and without flashlights.  A fair amount of time will also be devoted to using the flashlight as a tool to help you get deselected in the "pre fight interview" , use the light as a distraction device and impact weapon, and as a bridge from less lethal to lethal force.        Range Gear and requirements : Handheld flashlight (Surefire 6P, G2, Streamlight Scorpion or similar). Extra batteries.  Pistol and holster designed to be worn on the belt. Two spare mags  (3 total minimum) and a mag pouch. Range Safety gear (eye and ear protection) . Clothing appropriate for weather. Snacks and drinks.   Ammo: Approximately 250 rounds.   If you have a weapon mounted light for your pistol and want to use it for some drills then please bring it too. If your carry pistol has a light that is fine too just make sure it fits your holster. If you have a "blue gun" or airsoft gun and training knife  you want to bring feel free to do so. We will be doing some interactive exercises where students will play the role of both good guys and bad guys to get a better feel for just what each experiences when the techniques are applied in low light. If you don't see it from both sides you only know about half of what is going on.      A $60 deposit will hold a spot for you in this class. Balance due at class. We are limiting it to 16 students so you might want to get your deposit in soon. To register or for more info either PM me here at TGO or email me at Cruelhandluke2000@yahoo.com.    Hope to see you there!   Some Bio info and some of my training resume.....http://www.suarezinternationalstore.com/instructor-randy-harris.aspx

OK, March 12 would be the date, 4pm to 11pm eastern would be the time and $160 would be the price....sooooo......anyone else interested?

Cool.    This is coming up in a little over 2 weeks! 

I came across a reproduction flintlock Kentucky style rifle with the maker "W Westall" marked on the barrel. The present owner thinks it was probably made in the 1970s but he is not sure as it was not new when he got it. Does anyone know anything about "W. Westall"?    While searching the net I found a mention of a Wayne Westall in Marion NC but no real info. Anyone know anything ? 

And that is why training in decision making is just as important (if not more so) than shooting and manipulations.

Dayton TN at The Ridge.....http://www.theridgeshooting.com/ .    There are not a whole lot of places that are open to the idea of people shooting after dark....

As to cost it will most likely be in the $160 range.    As to WML (Weapon Mounted Light) if you want to use that for some of the class that is fine. I will cover both the use of hand held lights and WML. And the lack of a holster for it is not really that big a handicap since most people using a WML equipped pistol to check out the bump in the night at 3AM will not be wearing a holster. But for the overwhelming majority of the drills approximating defending against street crime we will be using a hand held light like the Surefire 6P or G2 or Streamlight scorpion. After all, you can walk down any street in the world with a palmed flashlight.....not so much with a WML equipped gun in your hand so even if we have a WML we still need to carry a handheld when out in public.   Depending on what weapon mounted light you have and on which pistol you use  I might be able to hook you up with a holster.

Hey guys...gauging the interest in a low light class in the middle of March. The specific date I'm looking at is March 12 which is the last day before the time changes so we'll have an extra hour of darkness to work with.   It would be a pistol class that would require probably 200-250 rounds of ammo. It would include lots of shooting with flashlights and without in low or no light. You will see just how much light you need to shoot by and how much you need to ID targets. Also a fair amount time will be devoted to using the flashlight as a tool to help you get deselected in the "pre fight interview" , use as a distraction device and impact weapon, and as a bridge from less lethal to lethal force.    Class would probably run from about 4pm to 11pm.    So...who's interested? 

With the headlines of current events it has become apparent that the knuckle head tweaker out to score $40 for some rock and a 40oz is not the only thing we need to prepare for and a J Frame in your coat pocket may not be enough when the enemy is highly motivated and ready to die for his cause......as such we will be offering the Terror/Active Shooter Interdiction class in Birmingham Alabama in March.  Don't miss this opportunity to learn more about the enemy we are likely to be facing, learn strategies to not only survive, but to prevail and STOP an incident. We cover everything from precision pistol shooting both up close and at distance to disarms, knife work , improvised weapons and empty hand "problem solving" .....on the morning of July 16 no one in Chattanooga thought our city would be the location of a terror attack but it was....San Bernardino on Dec 2 was the same.....if you plan to react if you ever find yourself in the middle of this type situation then having the skills already on board and not having to figure it out on the fly will probably save your life..... HRO-5: Terrorist / Active Shooter Interdiction March 19-20, 2016 Birmingham, Alabama Instructor: Randy Harris Price: $350 This specialized class deals with solutions to the Active Shooter or the Armed Terrorist on a suicide mission. Originally designed as a class to deal solely with the armed terrorist, in answer to student's requests, we have expanded it to also include the active shooter situation as well. On the terrorism issue, government and local law enforcement are training for the inevitable wave of terror attacks. Historically the terrorists have not relied solely on explosives, and may just as likely utilize the tactic of an active shooter. Such situations have already occurred here in the USA as seen by the Beltway Snipers, and the shootings outside CIA headquarters several years ago. Similarly, we hear more and more daily about non-terrorist incidents like the Tacoma Mall Shooting where an individual decided to get noticed by killing innocent people in a large public place. Although the authorities may be prepared to respond to such events, history tells us that the first line of defense is the armed citizen. It is the man or woman who finds themselves suddenly and unexpectedly in such an event that will end the killing. Will you be ready? These events, whether begun by a terrorist, or a deranged criminal bent on killing innocents call for new tactics and a new mindset. In the Terrorism/Active Shooter Interdiction Course© you will learn extremely aggressive CQB Interdiction Techniques utilized successfully against terrorists by armed citizens overseas. You will study the possible role of the CCW Armed Citizen in stopping such an event in its tracks. You will learn to use whatever you have at your disposal (pistol, knives, impact weapons and even your bare hands) to deanimate and neutralize a terrorist, or active shooter and stop him from killing innocents. We will also be doing a module of instruction for familiarization with the AK-47 series of rifles and the SKS series of rifles. If you have one, bring it.  This course uses live fire, and non-live fire force on force training along with other modalities to develop the necessary aggressive fighting skills and then test them in scenarios replicating actual events. Armed Citizens are the first line of defense and the true Homeland Security. In the Al Queda video tape (which all students will view as a part of the class) the jihadists are training to attack and kill Americans at home. They are ready. Are you?? Trey Hudson will be guest lecturer on topics of history of terrorism, personal security measures and counter terrorism! Trey currently works as a Security Specialist with a government agency and in 2009 he returned from an assignment as a Force Protection/Anti-terrorism Officer in Afghanistan.   CLASS AND RANGE DETAILS DURATION: 2 days TIME: 9:00AM to 5:00PM CST AMMUNITION: Approximately 250 rounds (Minimum) RANGE & GEAR REQUIREMENTS: Pistol, carry holster, at least two magazines, and the usual range safety gear (ear and eye protection). Bring an airsoft pistol with the necessary gear (pellets, facemask, etc - all of it is available at www.onesourcetactical.com. NOTE: Bring an adequate supply of CO2 for the airsoft. An extra magazine is important in case there is a problem with the primary. Also Helpful Bring spare clothing appropriate for the weather, including a hat, sunscreen, and bug repellent. Plan to bring lunch, snacks, and water (min 1 gallon per person) for the entire day unless driving to lunch is a viable option from the range location. Bring allergy medication (if needed), a chair (if you prefer), note taking supplies, and a boo boo kit (band aids, gauze pads, antiseptic wipes, antibiotic ointment and tape). You may wish to bring pads such as knee pads, elbow pads, and gloves if the class lends itself to that.   For more info and to register...http://www.suarezinternationalstore....x#.VpMQ7FKrHfc

TN / GA / AL Training Group ! On Sunday January 31 we will hold our first meeting of 2016 season for the TN/GA/AL Regional Suarez Int Training Group! Instructor: Tier 1 Suarez Int Staff Instructor Randy Harris Location: The usual place- Phillips/Edwards Farm 763 County Rd 332 Pisgah AL 35765 Time: 9AM CENTRAL time - 3PM CENTRAL time Price: $60 - pay at class cash or check. What you need to bring: Pistol, pistol magazines and at least 150 rounds of ammo. Revolvers are welcome if you want to party like it is 1899. We will work on smoothing out our pistol skills and will shoot several challenging drills (like the air marshal qualification ) and work to be more competent and confident with the weapon we carry most...our pistol. Rifles are awesome but they are not always close by. The pistol is far more likely to be the weapon you will have in hand be it robbery, terrorism or whatever. This will give participants a chance to shoot some timed and scored drills and get a feel for where their skill level is and see where they can improve. I am offering this one again for the folks who contacted me that said they really wanted to do this but that Christmas was a bad time for them. But this would be an excellent opportunity for those who did it in December to come back and see how their scores might have changed now after practicing their skills for the last month. Looking forward to seeing you there!

You can bring lunch if you want or you can join us at the little restaurant 10 minutes up the road for lunch. We will break for lunch.   And if anyone needs my # for if they cannot find the range in the morning it is 423 827 9133. And remember it is CENTRAL TIME at the range. If you show up at 9AM EASTERN you will be an hour early........it happens....so rmember...CENTRAL time.

So, who is planning to attend? I'd like to get a head count for targets etc....   Oh, and RJCAKRUEGER...I do have a trigger pin if yours did not arrive yet.

Awesome. See you there!