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The Strike Report - July 2008
QUOTE OF THE MONTH:
"Americans have been cradled in the fullness of liberty. This
can only be possible because in each generation warriors have stood watch,
joined the battle, and defeated all who would challenge our precious freedom."
~ Colonel, James D. McGinley - USMC
Learning and Applying: The Three Knows!
Know the Weapon
Know Yourself
Know the Legal Parameters and Use of
Deadly Force Policies
KNOW THE WEAPON
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Weapon Functioning - Make
and model / SA / DA / or both / solid understanding of nomenclature /
loading devices and how they work with the weapon.
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Capabilities - Each weapon
is different. A shooter should have a thorough working knowledge and
understanding of the weapon they are carrying. There should be a
comfort zone with the weapon and a respectful familiarity. Consider
the types of safety devices / trigger pull / sights / magazine or cylinder
releases / decocking lever (if equipped). Knowing any other
peculiarities that the weapon may have. You should be able to
effectively utilize it with a proficient confidence.
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Ammunition - Make sure you
are carrying the best possible ammunition for the weapon (no reloads).
Design of cartridges and corresponding bullet performances will vary with
the different manufacturers. Quality control can be an issue. Go
with a proven factory ammunition.
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Maintenance - Maintenance is
a critical function! Whether it appears to need it or not, clean and
lubricate the weapon at least once a month. It should also be cleaned
each time after you have shot it. After cleaning, make sure you
function check it!
KNOW YOURSELF
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Physical - You should have
an awareness of your natural physical abilities. As much as it is
stressed to maintain your weapon, it is equally as important to maintain the
health of your body. Additionally, it is important to recognize how
your body responds to physiological changes, which occur under intense
stressful situations. *Accelerated heart rate, adrenaline rush, audio
exclusion, and visual exclusion are a few examples.*
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Mental - Above anything
else, this is the most powerful tool an officer can have when it comes to
his or her survival. The officer that can develop and sustain mental
focus through a deadly force confrontation will more than likely survive the
ordeal. It gives them the fighting edge to endure, to channel their
mind to a single point...WINNING! That is, to survive and win at all
cost, no matter what the injury is, the pain you are suffering or the
numbers against you. It is the single greatest survival factor
for an officer!
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Strengths, Weaknesses and
Limitations - To know yourself is to recognize these three factors and
how they can impact you. More importantly, it is knowing the effects
they can have on you in a serious confrontation. Everyone's perception
and reactionary response is different, so learn what you can about
yourself and apply it to your advantage.
KNOW THE LEGAL PARAMETERS
AND USE OF DEADLY FORCE POLICIES
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It is incumbent upon the individual
officer, as well as agency instructors, to have a thorough working knowledge
of your Federal or State laws, Standard Operating Policies, General Orders
and Use of Force policies.
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YOUR OWN AGENCY MAY BE MORE
RESTRICTIVE IN SOME AREAS!
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Remember, United States law
enforcement is not the military under combat situations. We are
governed and regulated much tighter when it comes to use of force. Know
where you stand!
Jack C. Perritt
George F. Wiley
Strike International
MONTH OF JULY
 July
4th
Strike International would like to
extend a "Happy and Safe" 4th of July to everyone this year. As a reminder
to all, we live in the single greatest Nation on the planet. Because of
courageous men and women willing to be warriors and to defend us, we enjoy the
security and bounty of our liberties.
DALLAS POLICE DEPARTMENT’S - TOP GUN - 2008
And finally, the selected date for the
Dallas Police Department's "Top Gun" event this year is Tuesday, July 29th!
As you know there is a different theme selected every year. For this year
it is: Indiana Jones. The August Strike Report will have the complete
follow-up details and photographs of the competition.
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