Testimony of survivors of shoot-outs and careful analysis of firefights have proven that shooting instinctively is not only extremely fast but equally accurate under the pressure of a gun battle. The Popow decision made it clear that police officers must have job related training. Basic abilities at bulls-eye shooting, including accepted breathing, grip, and trigger control are prerequisites to make effective use of these techniques.
Most people can shoot a handgun as all that is required is the pulling of the trigger.
However, not all can score well much less hit the intended target under adverse conditions. It is hoped that the reader will benefit from the contents of this book and thus increase his or her chances of survival should a real life firefight ever be encountered. Mr. Klein's book emphasizes instinct combat shooting principles for the street. Klein's straightforward writing style clarifies the important concepts of defensive shooting. Instinct Combat Shooting is a good text for use in police academies and refresher training.