Product Description

When considering the carry of a handgun, it's easy to be overwhelmed by the choices. Should I carry a gun? How can I carry it so it's available if needed, but avoid telegraphing its presence? How would the gun be used against multiple attackers or in close quarters? Defensive Handgunning was written by an experienced police instructor. Having studied the cross-section of available methodologies, Glenn Rehberg set out to combine the most effective techniques into a comprehensive system with no inherent contradictions and few non-standard responses. This, in itself, is no small accomplishment-users can employ simple, effective, and universal techniques when they encounter a dangerous situation. The additional information on mindset, mental rehearsal, and post-shooting actions adds further value. Whether you are a novice considering whether a handgun is right for you, or an experienced handgun shooter looking for new techniques, Defensive Handgunning contains information for all.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #256536 in Books
• Published on: 2007-10-15
• Binding: Paperback
• 164 pages

Customer Reviews

An excellent text
I'm an active handgunner, and a pretty serious training junkie with over 300 hours of firearms training in the past few years. (Hey, some people go to golf camp. I go to shoot stuff camp instead.) I've read handgun texts by Andy Sanford, Gabe Saurez and others, and have incorperated parts of each into my style. While the other texts definately had solid information to offer, none offered a solid complete overview of defensive handgunning IMHO.

When I read this text, I was extremely impressed by how it covered the basics of defensive handgunning in a clear, complete, easy to read and understand style. While no book will ever take the place of real training with a solid instructor, this text offers an excellent tool for familiarization in the basics.

A lady friend of mine recently seperated from the military and returned home. After some issues in her neighborhood, she decided to buy a handgun. She turned to me for training advice, and I suggested professional training, but I also told her I'd send her some reading material on the subject. After going through a shelf and a half of books on defense and handgunning, I ended up sending her Ayoob's 'In the Gravest Extreme' and Mr. Rehberg's 'Defensive Handgunning'. I can't offer any higher praise then to make this the text I refer loved ones to when discussing their safety.

Buy this book!
As a woman, I get tired of hearing that I should "stay away from bad areas" (Duh!) or carry things like a whistle to protect myself and my children (when was the last time you felt safe protecting yourself or your loved ones from criminals while carrying standard lifeguard issue?). Certainly, no personal defense choice is right for everyone. However, Mr. Rehberg's book provides thoughtful and reasoned information about owning, carrying, training with, and using a handgun for personal defense without the condescension or chauvinism (ladies...you know what I'm talking about here!) that you find in other gun books targeted (...sorry, I couldn't resist...) at the beginner. The many pictures and clear descriptions really help you understand what's being discussed. I will definitely buy and share copies with friends who are considering whether or not a handgun is right for them.

A good read
This book was a good read. It covers most aspects of carrying a weapon. Well written. Worth the price.