I am very impressed with the direction this thread is going. My hope is that the discussion here will encourage people who own firearms to attend some sort of training course (or additional course).
Greg, you're not smarter, but you are putting forth the time and effort to improve you knowledge base. Just the mention of how crazy it was when you first started to use the simulator and now how it almost seems like things are slowing down is proof that you are improving. It's obvious that you are seeing more and more while thinking about 'what if's'. That's huge! It might sound corny, but I really don't care. It brings a huge smile to my face to hear about what you are doing and I am proud of you. Yes you have more free time than...well anyone I know, but there are tons of weekend courses out there. Plenty of gun ranges that are open in the evenings where one can shoot after work. There really isn't an excuse for not practicing. A person can even use a blue gun (or an unloaded one) at home for certain drills.
Todd, thank you for reinforcing my previous statement. I honestly believe that if you are buying any type of weapon for personal/home defense, that decision should be made before you buy your weapon. If you can't or won't use your weapon to take the life of another who is trying to do you or your loved ones harm, then it will most likely be used against you.
By the way Todd, if you would like to join me at the range I'd be more than willing to lend you one of my AR's and you're welcome to shoot any of my hand guns. Give me a call and let me know. Oh and I have something here at the house for you.
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