This attitude is commonly called the Combat Mind Set . Next you must be proficient with you survival equipment. You must know how your gun operates and be able to use it effectively. You must be confidant in your ability. You must be quick, smooth, and accurate.
Tactics completes the triad.
Tactics are what keep you alive during an armed encounter. When you combine good tactics with gun handling skills and a combat mind set, you have a winning combination. The type of gun you choose is up to you . However as a practical matter some guns and other equipment are not well suited for defensive purposes and therefore are not suitable for our classes. These techniques form the basis of our instruction.