The what, why and Where can I get it

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Highspeed Gear 2 Belt system/Black Scorpion Gear Quick Release OWB Holster with Male Adaptor/Black Scorpion Gear Duty Drop & Offset Attachment/Wiley X Safety Glasses/3 Blackhawk Universal Double stack magazine pouches/Howard Leight/Impact Sport muffs.

Holsters:

Required - Kydex Outside the Waistband (OWB) :

All training is done from outside the waistband (OWB).

Suggested - Black Scorpion Gear - Quick Release system. Budget friendly well made, versatile. On their main menu, select "Attachments". There you will find the “Quick Release OWB Holster w/ Male Adaptor”- pick your model of gun for the holster. - $40

The attachment - we suggest the Duty Drop & Offset Belt Attachment”. - $20

You could also get the “Quick Release Male Adaptor w/Spacer” for $20, and use it with your existing kydex holster.  Be aware some minor modifications may be necessary.

Another budget friendly holster -  Safariland 576 GLS - Pro Fit.  A universal holster with level 2 retention, fits 100+ standard frame guns. Verify firearm fitment with their list. Can be used with the “Male Adaptor w/Spacer” and then the “drop offset attachment” from Black ScorpionGear. This Safariland holster ($40-$60) often in stock or online at Walmart, Scheels, Amazon, Bass Pro, etc... 

- "Drop leg", or "thigh" holsters are not allowed for this class.

Belts:

We recommend a belt system that's in addition to the one that holds your pants up. During breaks in the class, it is very easy to just "unbuckle" your belt rig and set it down at your range bag, when you want to leave the training bay for lunch, restroom, getting in your vehicle or even just sitting down, rather than rethreading your holster and mag pouches back and forth onto your pants belt every time.

Lots of different belts available. 2 common ways to go with belts to mount your holsters and magazine pouches to is: 

The inexpensive route - A great 2 belt starter - “Condor LCS Gunbelt” ($35), will get you through until you decide what you really need/want.  Tacticalgear.com, Amazon.

The more expensive route - 2 belt system which is much higher quality and comfort and can last virtually a lifetime. The High Speed Gear 2 belt system: Belt One is the Inner Padded, there is a variety, we suggest the “Laser Slim-Grip Slotted Padded Belt” ($130 on their website), the second part is “outer belt” - a “Riggers Belt” with cobra buckle- we suggest the “Cobra 1.75” Rigger Belt” (without the D ring) ($92). Be sure to follow their specific measurement directions for both belts or you may end up with a belt that doesn’t fit. Also pay attention to the Hook and Loop option, we suggest it even if you don't need it as it stiffens the belt more.  Highspeedgear.com, Amazon.

Magazine Pouches: 3 required

We recommend individual universal double stack magazine pouches made from kydex/polymer.  There are many types and brands. Some can come as a double magazine pouch for less $, but take up more space on the belt and are less versatile. We suggest “Blackhawk” on Amazon. Price varies -$25ish depending on color. Less expensive versions can be found locally at Bimart- "Pitbull" ($13) and others online at Amazon.

AMMO:

1000-1500 rds of factory new range ammo (no home/factory reloaded ammo, or hollow points)

We also discourage bringing aluminum or steel cased range rounds as this ammo can cause malfunctions in some firearms as round count rises.

This class typically runs up to 1000 rounds + during the 3 days. Each class is different, and may require more instructional time, and some less, which can affect the total overall round count. Additionally, those who decide not bring the required or recommended equipment can become a time drain not only for themselves but the whole class, reducing the over all training time and round count.

Electronically Enhanced Hearing Protection ( Required):  

Too many brands available to list...

Suggested - Walkers Razor, or Howard Leight/Impact Sport type over the ear muffs- $45-$60 found most everywhere.  Also In-the-ear-Buds (Axil) specifically made for firearms use are becoming more popular and available. ($100+)

Again, Electronic hearing protection is required for this course so you can hear Instructors directions, and be aware of what's happening around you, at all times.  Also as a  better option in your own personal training/practice. 

Safety Glasses: Required

• z.81 certified or better
• A clear pair & tinted pair recommended (eg. Wiley X)-Sportsmans, Bimart & Amazon, Bass pro, Schools etc...
• regular reading or prescription glasses not allowed by themselves but you can use over goggles on top of your prescriptions/readers.
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Other:

Range bag - Of course you will need something to put all this gear in, to be organized, and protect your investment of firearm & gear. While there are so many range bags available, we have seen one that is in common use among instructors and students: MidwayUSA Competition Range Bag System ($60-$80 MidwayUSA & Amazon). It has about everything you need in a range bag, including 2 of the suggested "padded pistol envelope" , see below.

Pistol Envelope - Hosting range requires the use of a case or pistol envelope (with no ammo in it) when transferring a firearm, (at a "safety" table) into your holster at the beginning of training day and back out again at the end of training.

Rentals and/or sales for most Equipment needed are available on an advanced request basis.

Please email us well in advance to check stock and availability of any equip you may need.

 (Firearms and components not available for sale)