What are the best concealed carry classes and techniques?

2016-03-17T18:45:45-04:00

Also, my job screens everyone going in and out of the building for metal (fulfillment center) and no weapons are allowed. I work in a shady part of town (2 people were killed at the gas station across the street this year). I know better to NOT leave a weapon unattended in a car but I have had a gun already pulled on me... I want to carry, but can't at work... Any advice?

EDIT: Can't have ANY weapons, no pocket knives, no swiss army. Nothing... nada.... Stupid I know

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 17 at 2016 6:50 PM

2016-03-17T18:50:51-04:00

Get a new job....
Sorry but that's about it. I have a mini-safe mounted in my Jeep for odd situations like that but I do not rely on that daily. You are facing an issue that every active duty soldier faces daily, don't carry and possibly be a victim, or carry and face courts martial, in your case, termination.

No easy answer bro

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 17 at 2016 6:51 PM

2016-03-17T18:51:21-04:00

What self defense capabilities ARE allowed in the building that can stay on your person?

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 17 at 2016 6:53 PM

2016-03-17T18:53:25-04:00

You could wear a vest for transit if it is that sketchy. The composites have gotten pretty strong for a fixed blade that is non-metallic...but who wants to bring a knife to a gun fight?

Response by Capt Mark Strobl made Mar 17 at 2016 6:53 PM

2016-03-17T18:53:56-04:00

If your state allows, I'd go with "open carry" --especially in those cases when you have to re-fill the car. Otherwise, fill 'er up on the other side of town 'til you get your permit.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 17 at 2016 6:54 PM

2016-03-17T18:54:26-04:00

As far as classes, find a NRA certified range/training facility. They can guide you in the right direction. Here's one near you:
https://firearmsacademy.com/classes/handgun

Handgun

Firearms Instruction, Handgun Rifle, Shotgun, Safety

Response by Sgt Aaron Kennedy, MS made Mar 17 at 2016 7:07 PM

2016-03-17T19:07:36-04:00

You can get a lockbox for your car if you feel comfortable with the idea, and state allows.

Response by MAJ Jim Woods made Mar 17 at 2016 8:37 PM

2016-03-17T20:37:35-04:00

Insights Training Center
Address: 13216 SE 32nd St, Bellevue, WA 98005
Phone: [login to see]
Good school.

Response by Cpl Mark McMiller made Mar 17 at 2016 10:50 PM

2016-03-17T22:50:29-04:00

Before you start carrying, educate yourself on local, state, and federal laws regarding carrying firearms and self-defense.

Response by CMSgt Mark Schubert made Mar 18 at 2016 7:29 AM

2016-03-18T07:29:40-04:00

Your "screeners" should allow you to "check" your weapon in. Just declare it and pick it up when you leave?

Response by SPC Elijah J. Henry, MBA made Mar 20 at 2016 3:40 PM

2016-03-20T15:40:22-04:00

That is quite a pickle.
Either get a different job before you end up dead, or buy one or more of those polymer blades/spikes that get past a metal detector.

I don't believe it is immoral to violate an immoral rule...