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Jim and Rich cover the benefits and the challenges presented by very small pistols. Jim and Scott debate the merits of rimfire rifle versus pistol as a survival gun, and in "En Garde" Rich demonstrates emergency shooting from a seated position.

S5 E1

Elements of the Draw

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S5 E1

Elements of the Draw

Rich and Jim are joined by SIG Academy instructor Hana Bilodeau to cover the finer points of a successful handgun draw. On This or This, Rich and Jim debate the merits of retention vs. non-retention holsters.

S5 E2

Defense in the Dark

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S5 E2

Defense in the Dark

Jim and Rich visit Gunsite's Playhouse indoor shoot-house and engage targets in low light to explain how to defend yourself in the dark with weapon lights, handheld lights and laser sights. Jim demonstrates the famed El Presidente Drill.

S5 E3

Long-Range Riflery

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S5 E3

Long-Range Riflery

Jim and Scott team up with FTW's Doug Dog Prichard to tackle long-range target shooting with bolt actions and semiautomatics. Scott explains how the Circle Drill can improve handgun proficiency. In En Garde Rich explains the concept of targeting.

S5 E4

Managing Handgun Recoil

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S5 E4

Managing Handgun Recoil

Rich, Jim and Scott discuss handgun recoil and how it affects shooters'with tips on gear selection and shooting techniques. Rich and Scott discuss the merits of different targets, and Jim shows how to set up a simple drill with paper plates.

S5 E5

Teaching New Shooters

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S5 E5

Teaching New Shooters

Julie Golob of Team Smith & Wesson guest stars, joining Jim and Scott for a discussion of how best to introduce new shooters to the sport. Jim and Scott argue over which is best: leather holsters or Kydex. Rich demonstrates pistol reload tactics.

S5 E6

Guns & Cars

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S5 E6

Guns & Cars

Rich and Jim explain the special challenges presented by armed self-defense in and around vehicles. In En Garde, Rich gives tips on drawing from concealment, and Scott runs the time-proven Bill Drill and reveals why it's good training.

S5 E7

Practical AR Techniques

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S5 E7

Practical AR Techniques

Jim and Rich head to FTW Ranch for pro tips on practical accuracy with an AR, courtesy of guest Doug Dog Prichard. The guys debate whether handheld or weapon-mounted lights are best, and Jim runs a great defensive handgun drill: Changing Gears.

S5 E8

Dealing With Subcompacts

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S5 E8

Dealing With Subcompacts

S5 E9

Intro to Action Shooting

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S5 E9

Intro to Action Shooting

Team Smith & Wesson's Julie Golob joins Jim and Scott to unlock the secrets of two popular action shooting sports. Rich and Scott throw down on whether the 10mm or .45 is the best 1911 caliber. Jim demonstrates the practical Bill Drill No. 2.

S5 E10

All About Handgun Ammo

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S5 E10

All About Handgun Ammo

Rich and Jim get into the nitty gritty of the FBI ammo protocol, firing into various barriers to illustrate what can happen to a bullet. Jim shows off his Paper Plate Fade-away drill, and Rich explains how a fighting stance can help you shoot better.

S5 E11

Going to the Range

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S5 E11

Going to the Range

Jim and Scott show you how to make each trip to the shooting range a quality experience. Rich covers techniques for using a handheld flashlight, and Jim and Scott debate the pros and cons of full-size versus compact .45s.

S5 E12

Handgun Basics

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S5 E12

Handgun Basics

SIG Academy's Hana Bilodeau joins Rich and Jim to discuss the essential skills all handgunners should master. On "This Or This," Scott and Jim take up the snubnose versus small pistol debate, and Scott runs his favorite revolver drill, the 5x5x5.

S5 E13

Active Shooter Response

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S5 E13

Active Shooter Response

Jim and Rich share tips and techniques that can help you and others survive an active shooter scenario. Scott showcases a simple drill that trains essential skills, and he and Rich square off on whether red dots or iron sights are better for ARs.