:: Bersa Talk ::

Mainly for combat veterans or LEO, but anyone can chime in.

Should I spend time and ammo learning to shoot with my off hand? I've read a lot on the boards about most SD encounters being very close and very short. But in the event that your dominant hand/arm is incapacitated and you still have an opportunity to defend, should you be prepared to shoot with your off hand? Or is my time/ammo better spent at perfecting my dominant hand?

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litninrod

BT380 dual tone

"A day may come when the courage of Men fails. When we forsake our friends and break all bonds of fellowship. But that is not THIS day! This day, we fight!"

Yes. Practice off-handed. Pop a few w/o ear protection, and always practice drawing and getting into a defensive position.

I now shoot probably 40% of the time with my off hand. I think it is invaluable.

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You trying to screen for communists? Don't worry, we're all cool. - Dale

Yes  I say 25% weak one hand . 25% strong hand . One handed   25%strong hand point shooting start at 10' .  Rest 2 handed hold. Most will disagree with me but  I just think might not always be able to get 2 hands and bring up to a sight picture . Close up 7yds and less  will be very likely a 1 hand deal.    Of course I still belive their a handgun  not handsgun. But Iam old and out of touch just ask my family. 

 I also belive you need to find a place where you can shoot from draw  rapid fire and move.  Can't do this at ranges  Safety. So go play games or find place in country.

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"Just say "Lay A Way"

"WWJBD" What Would James Bond Do?

"Hokey religions and plastic glocks are no match for a good 1911 at your side, kid."

It's important to me. I practice with my off hand every range trip. I carry in a cross-draw rig because I'm on the road every day. On the off chance I need to draw left handed, I think it's necessary. It's a bit trickier drawing, and it would be a shame to miss after all that effort.

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Ruger SP101
Bersa T380
S&W 65 .357
Stoeger Cougar 9
S&W M&P
Springfield Mil-Spec 1911
etc....

4 - yes
0 - no

Doesn't seem to be any debate.

Thanks people!

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litninrod

BT380 dual tone

"A day may come when the courage of Men fails. When we forsake our friends and break all bonds of fellowship. But that is not THIS day! This day, we fight!"

Yes..With all guns..

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Bersa .380cc Nickel
S&W 27
Ruger Mark II Gov.Model
Colt 1903 Pocket .32
Beretta Neo
American Classic II .45
Ruger LCP
Remington 1100
Bersa Duo-Tone .380
Hi-Point 995 Carbine
Colt Police .38
Always carry, Never tell!!


Never argue with an idiot,They'll drag you down to their level.

Most diffently yes.  Murphies Law rules.

Hawk

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litninrod:

4 - yes
0 - no

Doesn't seem to be any debate.

Thanks people!

Another yes!....

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"The world is a dangerous place, not because of those who do evil, but because of those who look on and do nothing." Albert Einstein

I practice weak hand shooting every range visit. Unfortunately, I can't practice this...

michael t:

 I also belive you need to find a place where you can shoot from draw  rapid fire and move.  Can't do this at ranges  Safety.

OysterMan:

I practice weak hand shooting every range visit. Unfortunately, I can't practice this...

michael t:

 I also belive you need to find a place where you can shoot from draw  rapid fire and move.  Can't do this at ranges  Safety.

 

Well get a snap cap and at least practice the deaw and DA trigger

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"Just say "Lay A Way"

"WWJBD" What Would James Bond Do?

"Hokey religions and plastic glocks are no match for a good 1911 at your side, kid."

This was a question I had as well.  Thanks for everyones input.  I shot for the first time one handed this weekend.  You got to love the great outdoors.

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michael t:

OysterMan:

I practice weak hand shooting every range visit. Unfortunately, I can't practice this...

michael t:

 I also belive you need to find a place where you can shoot from draw  rapid fire and move.  Can't do this at ranges  Safety.

 

Well get a snap cap and at least practice the deaw and DA trigger

I actually have snap caps (came with another gun) and have worked on my draw. It's the rapid live fire and movement that I need to practice.

I'm working on getting permission from a woman I know to use her property out in the boonies to practice the above. Hopefully sooner rather than later.