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Old 01-02-2009, 09:16 PM
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This woman had some problems with a nutzo ex-boyfriend about 10 years ago so her father, who was one of my students, sent her to take a NRA Personal Protection I was CI for. She also did some 1/1 followup and shoots regularly with her dad... It just paid off...



Hi Bob,
I've been meaning to get in touch with you, but things have been a little crazy around here.
Three weeks ago this coming Monday I was attacked at my apartment. The guy came up from behind me, covered my mouth and put a knife to my throat. He pushed me into my apt and knocked me face down on my kitchen floor. He then preceded to wrap my eyes and mouth in duct tape... He then flipped me over and ducked tape my hands in front of me (thank god.) I fought as hard as I could, but I was no match to this asshole. He pulled my pants part way down and gave me a good hit in the gut... at this point he GOT OFF OF ME!! I think he got up to close the door, from what I could hear.With out even thinking about it I was able to get to my ankle holster, pulled my 38, and fired!! I didn't know if I hit him till the next day, which unfortunately I didn't, But it scared that ******* away. I got to my feet and with just barely being able to see ( I could get the duct tape off) I made to my neighbor who cut me loose.
I just want to tell you because between the training I received from my dad AND YOU I was able to save myself. After a few days of trying to calm down I thought of you and knew you'd be proud of me. My nerves are still raw, so I'm staying at dads until XXXXX returns from his tour in 39 days.
So thank you Bob!!! I hope you're proud of me.
Happy New Year!!

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XXXXXXXXX


A gun in the pocketbook would have done her little good... She carries 24/7 in and out of the house and has a survivors mindset....do you?

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Hi Bob,
I've been meaning to get in touch with you, but things have been a little crazy around here.
Three weeks ago this coming Monday I was attacked at my apartment. The guy came up from behind me, covered my mouth and put a knife to my throat. He pushed me into my apt and knocked me face down on my kitchen floor. He then preceded to wrap my eyes and mouth in duct tape... He then flipped me over and ducked tape my hands in front of me (thank god.) I fought as hard as I could, but I was no match to this asshole. He pulled my pants part way down and gave me a good hit in the gut... at this point he GOT OFF OF ME!! I think he got up to close the door, from what I could hear.With out even thinking about it I was able to get to my ankle holster, pulled my 38, and fired!! I didn't know if I hit him till the next day, which unfortunately I didn't, But it scared that ******* away. I got to my feet and with just barely being able to see ( I could get the duct tape off) I made to my neighbor who cut me loose.
I just want to tell you because between the training I received from my dad AND YOU I was able to save myself. After a few days of trying to calm down I thought of you and knew you'd be proud of me. My nerves are still raw, so I'm staying at dads until XXXXX returns from his tour in 39 days.
So thank you Bob!!! I hope you're proud of me.
Happy New Year!!

Love,
XXXXXXXXX


A gun in the pocketbook would have done her little good... She carries 24/7 in and out of the house and has a survivors mindset....do you?

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Old 01-02-2009, 09:26 PM
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Now that's some warrior attitude!
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Old 01-02-2009, 09:49 PM
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Makes ya love what you do doesn't it?
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Old 01-02-2009, 10:14 PM
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Great news - thanks for sharing - glad she is okay.
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Old 01-02-2009, 10:34 PM
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Makes ya love what you do doesn't it?

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Old 01-02-2009, 10:42 PM
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Good story. Would like to see the follow up story... Link?

Be safe.
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Old 01-03-2009, 05:27 AM
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Good story. Would like to see the follow up story... Link?

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...will ask if it was put in the local paper. There may be a reason it was not.

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Old 01-03-2009, 05:29 AM
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I'm glad she's physically O.K., and I hope her soul isn't too troubled. The only downside is that she missed, but good for her!

While I'm no official firearms instructor, I taught one of my friends basic rifle marksmanship before he went into the Army. He put those deadly skkills to use in Iraq, so I know your pride, Bob.

BTW, was that gun her primary, or a BUG?
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Old 01-03-2009, 07:31 AM
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Wow! Good for her! And good for you for teaching her the skills and confidence to save herself!
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Old 01-03-2009, 08:12 AM
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That's great! Too bad she didn't hit the @!#%$^&#*.
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Old 01-03-2009, 08:13 AM
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Good for her! I love it when the good girl wins!
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Old 01-03-2009, 10:48 AM
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Flop...she uses a snubbie I believe..not sure if it is a S&W or Taurus...but that is her only gun.

While I don't like ankle carry it worked out in this case as the BG would have found it if she was carrying on her waist.

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Old 01-03-2009, 12:44 PM
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Too bad she didn't hit him. At least he had to throw a away a perfectly good pair of drawers and a pair of pants.
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Old 01-04-2009, 06:01 AM
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she uses a snubbie I believe..not sure if it is a S&W or Taurus...but that is her only gun
Safe to carry with no safeties to fumble with and with round in the chamber. You can fire it in a split second while blindfolded and with your hands taped together.
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Old 01-04-2009, 07:55 AM
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Ya done good, Bob.
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Old 01-04-2009, 10:28 AM
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There's an old trick that might be of use to at least know about for those at risk of abductions. This consists of taping a single edge razor blade and/or a handcuff key under the belt, both in front and in back. Some people have also used Dermasafe (google it) razors or saws.
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Old 01-04-2009, 03:35 PM
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she uses a snubbie I believe..not sure if it is a S&W or Taurus...but that is her only gun
Safe to carry with no safeties to fumble with and with round in the chamber. You can fire it in a split second while blindfolded and with your hands taped together.
That's really an excellent point, Barb. I'm caught-up as much as anyone in the bigger/faster/smoother semi-automatics, but there's something to be said for the form and function of a wheelgun in fight-or-flight reactions.
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Old 01-05-2009, 11:42 PM
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There's noth'n like being prepared for the worst. Too bad she didn't plug that bottom feeder. He'll probably be back, I hope she realizes that.
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Old 01-07-2009, 09:33 AM
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When I hear more I will let all of you know...the police are still investigating which is why I haven't said anything else....

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Old 01-07-2009, 09:41 AM
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Good work, Bob, by you and by your student.
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Old 01-10-2009, 01:11 AM
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great story. this needs to be more mainstream. story's like this not getting out are one of the many problems that can be easily solved. I know you guys have seen those commercial's on t.v, the brinks security ones where someone kicks the front door in while a woman is ither in another room or walking towards the door, and thought the same thing as me. "right here is where she should take a few steps towards the closet and retrieve a pump shotgun from the broom pantry." lol. when my business gets going enough to need advertisement on television, I think I will make one.

again, great story, I will sleep better tonight now.
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Bob;
Excellent, you must be justly proud of having helped this young lady defend herself. Congratulations on a job well done.
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great story, I just fell in love with my air-weight on my ankle all over again!
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with your permission, I would like to link this on my website under the wheel gun section, we have a thread about j-frames and I think this story is appropriate for that section.
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Old 02-08-2009, 08:36 AM
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She's not injured, he's scared witless and can pass along "the fear" to other dirtbags. No medical bills, no lawyer bills, no gore related cleanup costs. Sounds like a good outcome all around. One thing I teach my students is, if they don't have to actually shoot the person, the outcome is much more palatable and less stressful. The gun is a last resort for a host of reasons.
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Old 02-13-2009, 04:01 PM
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Your chances of a favorable outcome in court are much better than in the morgue.
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Old 02-20-2009, 10:54 PM
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Great outcome, Bob! It is stories like yours that remind me exactly why I became an instructor as well. I am very happy for your student!
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