First Person Defender
11 Seasons
First Person Defender puts regular people into force-on-force, self-defense scenarios. FPD puts you inside the fight to defend your life, or the lives of your loved ones.
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03:09Episode 1
Shooting To Stop The Threat
Episode 1
Gun Talk's Ryan Gresham discusses the importance of shooting until a threat is stopped - a common issue seen throughout the years with Good Guys on the First Person Defender series.
First Person Defender® puts participants in real-life situations with unknown attackers. FPD Season 9 is brought t...
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01:33Episode 2
Learn Your Pistol Red Dot
Episode 2
First Person Defender's Ryan Gresham discusses the importance of learning to run your gun with a red dot, and demonstrates how a quality red dot can be utilized in a variety of ways to rack the slide, using the Crimson Trace RAD optic. Find yours at https://snp.link/1a9a982d and use the code GUNT...
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01:45Episode 3
Know When to Reload by Sight
Episode 3
Trainer Andrew Blubaugh demonstrates how to use your sights to anticipate a needed reload, using the Springfield Armory XDm and HEX Dragonfly red dot. Buy it now at https://snp.link/50da3ee7.
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02:54Episode 4
How to Zero a Red Dot
Episode 4
Trainer Chris Cerino demonstrates how to zero a red dot on a self-defense pistol, using the Ruger MAX-9. Search for your red dot at https://shrsl.com/34lhn, and a MAX-9 at https://snp.link/cd5a976a.
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02:29Episode 5
Pocket Carry Tips
Episode 5
Trainer Chris Cerino discusses using a .380 for self-defense and offers some tips on carrying a smaller pistol like the Ruger LCP MAX.
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02:51Episode 6
Easy Way to Find the Red Dot
Episode 6
Trainer Chris Cerino explains why he likes about red dot sights, and the fastest way to find the dot when presenting, using Springfield Armory's XD-S and Hex WASP red dot.
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03:01Episode 7
How To Use Self-Defense Lights
Episode 7
Trainer Andrew Blubaugh demonstrates two ways to engage a flashlight and weapon-mounted light to search for a threat using SureFire's Stiletto handheld light and the XC2 weaponlight.
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02:05Episode 8
When to Engage a Manual Safety
Episode 8
Trainer Andrew Blubaugh demonstrates when and how to engage a manual safety in response to a threat, using the Colt Defender 1911.
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Lasers on Little Guns for Training, Self-Defense
Episode 9
Trainer Chris Cerino demonstrates why a laser on a compact carry pistol is a good choice for defense, using the Ruger LCP II and a Viridian green laser
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01:51Episode 10
Self-Defense Shotgun Direction When Moving?
Episode 10
First Person Defender's Ryan Gresham demonstrates why it's best to keep a self-defense shotgun pointed down as you walk your house.
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01:32Episode 11
Controlling a Micro Pistol
Episode 11
Don't be afraid to shoot a micro pistol, or to use two hands to shoot it. Trainer Chris Cerino demonstrates his technique for these mighty mouse firearms using the Ruger LCP II.
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Pistol Presentation - From Holster to Target
Episode 12
Trainer Chris Cerino demonstrates his shortcut technique for getting a defensive firearm drawn and into the plane of vision as quickly as possible, using the Smith & Wesson M&P Performance Center CORE.
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01:14Episode 13
Best EDC Flashlight
Episode 13
SureFire's Andrew Wright discusses some things to consider when looking for the best flashlight for everyday carry.
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02:57Episode 14
How to Shoot with Both Speed & Accuracy
Episode 14
Trainer Chris Cerino heads to the range with the Ruger American Pro to discuss shooting with both speed and accuracy, and the importance of getting to know the trigger press on your defensive firearm. #SelfDefense #FirstPersonDefender
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02:48Episode 15
Good Grip Pressure for Shooting
Episode 15
Trainer Chris Cerino demonstrates a good grip pressure with both one- and two-handed operation, using the Smith & Wesson Shield EZ that offers a rear grip safety. #SelfDefense #FirstPersonDefender
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Try This Drill to Fix A Common Shooting Issue
Episode 16
Trainer Chris Cerino demonstrates a "Call Your Shot" drill to fix a common issue of shooting low, using the Springfield Armory XD-M Elite. #SelfDefense #FirstPersonDefender
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01:11Episode 17
What to Look for In a Self-Defense Firearm
Episode 17
Trainer Chris Cerino discusses some features and options that he looks for in a firearm for self-defense. #SelfDefense #FirstPersonDefender
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02:13Episode 18
Using Hidden Compartments for Firearms
Episode 18
Trainer Chris Cerino discusses placement and positioning of concealment or hidden compartment furniture like the In Plain Sight concealment shelf from Lockdown. Find out more at https://snp.link/421a1daf. #SelfDefense #FirstPersonDefender
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02:58Episode 19
Quick Reload Drill for a Micro-Compact
Episode 19
Trainer Chris Cerino demonstrates an easy way to train for a quick reload of a micro-compact pistol using the Springfield Armory Hellcat.
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Benefit of a Weapon-Mounted Light for Concealed Carry
Episode 20
SureFire's Andrew Wright discusses the benefits of using a weaponlight on your carry gun.
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03:22Episode 21
Using a Flashlight Lanyard with Your Pistol
Episode 21
Trainer Greg Lapin demonstrates how to use a flashlight on a lanyard with your pistol.
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03:58Episode 22
Shooting Support Hand Only
Episode 22
One important skill to add to your self-defense training set is shooting only with your support hand. Trainer Greg Lapin demonstrates a drill using Kimber's EVO.
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02:33Episode 23
How to Use a Shot Timer to Enhance Training
Episode 23
One way to take your firearms training to the next level is to use a pro timer. Trainer Greg Lapin explains the benefits and how to use it with the Ruger Custom Shop SR1911 Competition Pistol.
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01:40Episode 24
Keep Moving While Fixing a Malfunction
Episode 24
Trainer Wes Doss demonstrates the importance of continuing to move away from your target if you have a malfunction in the middle of a gun fight, using the Springfield Armory XD-E.