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Gentle Ben
09-21-08, 22:05
Pics from Bushido Tactical's defensive carbine course in Miami on Sep 19/20.
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rob_s
09-22-08, 04:46
Wish I could have made that one. Couldn't take the time off work.

vigilant2
09-22-08, 07:48
I learned alot, had some fun, got a very good workout and met
some fine people. Thats me in the top picture (center, olive-drabbed out,ball cap) and further down behind "brickwall". I wanna thank Ben and Wade for
encouraging me to attend. I'll try to put together some semblance of an AAR
after I recoup :eek:

Gentle Ben
09-22-08, 08:29
Wish I could have made that one. Couldn't take the time off work.

There will be plenty more opportunities, Rob.

Gentle Ben
09-22-08, 08:30
I learned alot, had some fun, got a very good workout and met
some fine people. Thats me in the top picture (center, olive-drabbed out,ball cap) and further down behind "brickwall". I wanna thank Ben and Wade for
encouraging me to attend. I'll try to put together some semblance of an AAR
after I recoup :eek:

I'm glad you came, Hayden. You did great throughout the course, and I enjoyed training with you.

Steve
09-22-08, 13:23
I do like the pic of the rear buis deployed but the front one down. on the 9mm

:D

rob_s
09-22-08, 13:25
I do like the pic of the rear buis deployed but the front one down. on the 9mm

:D

As good as, isn't (http://www.floridashootersnetwork.com/phpbb3/viewtopic.php?f=13&t=42436)
Read the post by ss1 re: the rear sight.

Gentle Ben
09-22-08, 13:26
I do like the pic of the rear buis deployed but the front one down. on the 9mm

:D

LOL. I'll have to ask him to explain the benefits of that technique. He's a FOG, so maybe having that aperture up helps him focus on the reticle :p

Gentle Ben
09-22-08, 13:31
As good as, isn't (http://www.floridashootersnetwork.com/phpbb3/viewtopic.php?f=13&t=42436)
Read the post by ss1 re: the rear sight.


Thx Rob. FWIW, that's why I like the LaRue fixed rear BUIS.

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a353/Snail50/bushido8.jpg

SSA
09-24-08, 08:56
Here is an AAR from one of the students who attended the class in Miami this past weekend. It is not mine but he gave me permission to post it on this forum.


Bushido Tactical Defensive Carbine Class Level 1 AAR:



The following AAR is based on the class I attended on Sept 19-20th at Pop Deans Range, Weston Florida.



About myself:



I am 30 years old, 6 foot, 190 lbs., and in average shape. I grew up in an LEO household and around fire arms. I have no formal training outside of the household. I moved to Florida five years ago and got back into shooting two years ago. Trips to the range are about every six weeks. All of my firearms are properly broken in and I can safely operate all of my firearms. I consider myself a total novice with the AR platform. I am a lead supervisor for an electrical contractor.



Reason for taking the class:



To learn and familiarize myself with the AR platform. It also looks interesting and challenging.

Equipment:

RRA mid length carbine w/free floated hand guard, vert grip, rear flip up BUIS, Magpul CTR stock, Sight Mark reflex sight, Hell Fighter light, and a single point sling.

Bravo Company mags, P-mags, and H&K mags. All are 30 rounds.

Kimber SIS Pro w/ Wilson Combat 47D mags, and a Blade Tech holster.

Springfield 45XD compact w/Stream Light weapon light, and an Elite Tactical Holster.

Hatch gloves and knee pads, Oakley eye pro, and Remington electronic ear pro.

Blackhawk MOLLE belt, Camelbak Delta vest, Eagle mag pouches.

Storm weapon case.

All my ammo was brass.



Mindset:



My mindset for this class was to take it serious and push myself hard. Even though it was nice to get off of the island for a couple of days I was here to learn and challenge myself. At the various breaks I would alloy myself to have fun but my focus was 100% on the instructor while teaching and on target during the drills. I had decided that I would shoot the class with my iron sights so I could learn the fundamentals without allowing myself to rely on optics or other gadgets.



Day One:



Day one started by unloading my equipment and introducing myself to the fellow students. The class started by the instructor Wade Rorich introducing himself and asking for a brief background from the fellow students. After this was out of the way items from the company's sponsors were handed out. Next was a safety briefing. It was emphasized that this was the most important aspect of the class and failure to follow the safety rules would not be tolerated. This put me at ease due to the fact that the other students were on the same page. Once the safety briefing was completed a brief course description was given and we moved our equipment to a tent near the exercise area.



Sighting in:



We were given a chance to sight in our rifles and given a description of the pros and cons sighting in at various distances. I chose to sight my rifle in at 25 yards. Everyone seemed to sight in rather quickly with the exception of myself. Wade taught me how to properly sight in my rifle and I was slowly getting there. While Wade was helping another student his safety officer helped me finish the process. Thanks Ben. Once my iron sights were set I co-witnessed my reflex sight. After we were all sighted in the different hold offs were explained to achieve the correct point of impact at various distances.



Positions and drills:



We next took a test by shooting at targets from various distances, positions, and also on our off hand. This would provide a good litmus test for myself to compare what I learned at the end of the class. Wade taught us the basic shooting positions and how to transition to each. All of the movement and positions taught were very efficient. These would become the core element for everything that would be taught in the class. As the day progressed we learned more positions and did various drills. Many of the drills entailed following verbal commands for shot locations, positions, and different fire/no fire commands. I particularly enjoyed these part of the drills. This required us to think instead of just mimiking the instructor. Every drill preformed was done right and left handed. Many of the drills also had various physcal and mental stress added to them. I began to see how everything was coming together.



CQC sling demonstration:



I was interested in this part of the class due to the contraversy I've seen on this topic. Wade explained the various pros of using a sling with your weapon. Wade did also discuss the potential cons of being attached to your weapon during certain situations. Several volunteers were shown (done at half speed) the different potential pitfalls that may occur with using a sling in a CQC situation. He next asked for a voulenteer to try to resist him and retain their weapon. I volenteered. My mindset that was mentioned at the begining of this AAR had not changed. While I am no ninja I can hold my own. I was thinking that this South African was going to get some fight out of this kid from Chicago. I was ready, I had it all figured out. Three words sum up the outcome of the demonstration,..."I was wrong". I will not detail what transpired because I believe if you have the opinion that being attached to your weapon all the time is the way to go you do not need to witness this demonstration, you need to participate in it. Wade was not malicious or overly violent. It was amazing to see how the physics of the sling being used against you worked. I guarntee that you will not "thumb your nose" at the idea of disconnecting your sling from your rifle in certain situations. My take on the whole sling thing was that your situation dictates your equipment, not the other way around. I did however use my sling for the rest of the class so I could learn to use it.



Night shoot:



After a dinner break we were taught about low light and no light fighting situations. Also taught were various rifle light techiniques to be used while transitioning and using your side arm. These were all done with various drills and positions. Everything was done both right handed and left handed. Although my XD was equipped with a light I chose to not use it and learn the new techniques.



Day two:



After a reminder about the safety rules and a brief confirmation of zero we went back to some drills to refresh what was learned the previous day. Along the way we added yet more shooting positions to our already impressive repitor. These were done in various drills and with either hand. Also taught were reloading and malfunction drills with both right and left hand also. Throughout the day the drills increased in complexity along with physcal and mental stress. At the end of the day we ran one last drill that would incorperate what we learned through out the class. I was satisified with my preformance on this final drill. I feel that I had come a long way in two days and had a sense of pride in what I acomplished. After everyone completed the drill we picked up the range. The day was completed with a debriefing and certificates were handed out.



Closing comments:



The students:



Everyone was great. There was a vast array of skill levels, ages, and backgrounds. Everyone worked as a team and encouraged each other. Our range host was great. Thank you for your hospitality.



Equipment:



The only equipment issues that I had was with the reflex sight. This was due to the difficulty of seeing the reticule during daylight. I noticed this during sight in. Although this did not affect me because I chose to use my irons anyway it will be a problem in the future. The sight did however function flawlessly during the night shoot. I used the sight at night due to the difficulty of using the irons at night. My Magpul CTR stock's recoil pad cracked at the top during day one. I have no clue how this happened (CQC demo?). It did not hinder the stocks preformance.



Wade Rorich:



Wade's energy and enthuisasam is contagous. His building block approach to teaching is spot on. The ability to adjust to each students needs is one of his strongest points. The "a way, not the way" philosophy is very refreshing and allows you to find what works for you. The class was run in a safe and organized manner. I have no doubt that Wade will go a long way in his career.



Bushido Tactical:



This company provided a proffesional product. The equipment was great and the cuiricclum was well thought out and had purpose. I did not recieve a certificate, I earned it.



My feelings:



I feel that I came away with what I wanted and more. I am proud of what I accomplished. The improvement I gained is a direct refection of Wade's teaching ability and a students ability to learn. I look forward to attending more firearms class to expand my knowledge. Will I look to attend classes from different instructors to learn different ways to do things? Absolutly. Will I attend another class ofered by Bushido Tactical? Without hesitation.





-Josh

Key West

M4arc
09-24-08, 09:43
Great AAR! Sounds and looks like a great class!