What are the best concealed carry classes and techniques?

SPC(P) Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 17 Mar 2016 18:45:45 -0400

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

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 17 Mar 2016 18:50:51 -0400

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

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 17 Mar 2016 18:51:21 -0400

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

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 17 Mar 2016 18:53:25 -0400

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

Capt Mark Strobl — Thu, 17 Mar 2016 18:53:56 -0400

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

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 17 Mar 2016 18:54:26 -0400

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

Sgt Aaron Kennedy, MS — Thu, 17 Mar 2016 19:07:36 -0400

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

MAJ Jim Woods — Thu, 17 Mar 2016 20:37:35 -0400

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

Cpl Mark McMiller — Thu, 17 Mar 2016 22:50:29 -0400

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

CMSgt Mark Schubert — Fri, 18 Mar 2016 07:29:40 -0400

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

SPC Elijah J. Henry, MBA — Sun, 20 Mar 2016 15:40:22 -0400

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...