Posted on 03/29/2015 12:07:04 PM PDT by E. Pluribus Unum
Her ex-husband walked through two restraining orders and she was fearful that the ‘next time’ he would kidnap their 6 year-old daughter.
Her stalker made himself known and she felt her safety threatened, not only when she was out, but in her own home because he told her he knows where she lives.
A year ago she testified in court against an attacker and was just informed that he was being released.
She was walking to her car from work and was badly beaten and her handbag stolen.
When people reference women joining the firearms community, I regularly see and hear a lot of patronization and marketing that represents and attempts to sell the ‘fun’ aspects of shooting. These companies, instructors, and the community are missing the reality of why a lot of women decide to take on the responsibility of gun ownership and conceal carry, and it’s not the availability of pink and purple pistols. Every week another woman tells me her shocking story of how she became a victim or feels like her sense of safety has been compromised.
It’s unfortunate that it has to take an actual incident to finally turn women onto the idea of personal protection, but on a positive note, most women understand that firearms training is paramount and they will not purchase a gun and arm themselves without knowledge first. Sadly, many obtain their recommendations from incompetent sources, which can create a negative introduction to firearms. This frequent misguided advice, can ultimately create additional apprehension and anxiety.
One of the other issues that arises through these situations, is that there’s typically a sense of urgency to purchase and train immediately. The threat is now real and staring them in the face. These women are frustrated by the fact that they cannot speed up the process because they have no idea what to do in the meantime to defend themselves. They feel powerless and vulnerable against their threat. These women not only need firearms training, but less than lethal options should be introduced so they have realistic tools they can use prior to being proficient with their firearm. Through this training they also should understand that less than lethal options should always be considered because the firearm is always the last resort.
Yes, some women would like to learn about guns because their spouse has an arsenal and she feels like she needs to familiarize herself with firearm safety. Yes, some women want to experience the sport, and yes, some may organize a girl’s night at the range to learn how to shoot together, however this is not the majority. I am waiting for the firearms community to accept the idea that most women who enter into the world of gun ownership want to protect themselves and/or their family because they feel threatened and through that experience, their power has been taken. With domestic violence statistics continuing to rise, we need to address some of these social issues and take action to educate, prevent and partner with organizations working to make a difference. The majority of women should be purchasing firearms for sport, not because they need to defend themselves from their spouse or significant other. The color of the gun is of little concern.
Jody Maki is a NRA Training Counselor and Certified Pistol Instructor, Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification Instructor, Maryland Qualified Handgun Instructor and Personal Safety Trainer
Yes, a .32 Glaser to the head could ruin your day, but getting knocked to the ground and having someone pinning and pounding you, shot placement may not be optimum. I had a (one of two different) real self defense situations a long time ago where the perp broke down my front door (I had heard him and had seen him through the peephole and retrieved a handgun, Charter Arms 44 SPL). My front door was broken in and this crazy person was running toward me and had hands out to choke me. I had a hold for a head shot, but he turned and ran back out. If he had gotten me more by surprise and there was a struggle, the shot would have been from any gun I could get to and from where I could maneuver to aim. The FBI Miami tragedy showed their 9mm did not have enough energy left after going through the arm of a BG to kill him. The BG's got shot many times, but still managed to kill many of the FBI Agents. From my two self defense experiences I can say that it will likely be completely out of the blue and not what you ever planned for.
My second close call was around noon on a bright, sunny day going to an ATM at my bank on Sunday. I pulled up and was the only person there. But, when I started entering my transaction, a car sped out from the gas station next door and pulled into the handicapped parking behind me separated by the width of the sidewalk. The car had 5 hispanic youths with matching red print head bandannas and I could hear them arguing about who was going to get me. I had a small Colt Ponylight .380 in front pocket pocket, but (I don't remember rounds) maybe 7 rounds. I had a Glock 30 .45 ACP in my car and grabbed my cash, card and sprinted to my car. If I was going to be in a fight I did not want 7 rounds in a marginal caliber. They tore out and left. WHEW! That seems to be the trade, ease of carry vs what may be encountered. Now I live in bear country and have had several bear problems where I was able to chase them off without firing a shot, yet.
Like my Marine pilot dad always tells me ... "check 6" and be aware of your surroundings.
These “Hello Kitty” pink AR-15s remind me of Lionel Corp’s “Girl’s Train Set” of 1957 which featured a pink locomotive & tender, & boxcars in pastels. It bombed. If a girl wanted a Lionel train, she wanted it the same as what boys liked.
Even then there were attempts at `lady’s guns’. Hi-Standard offered their snubnose Sentinel .22 with white grips & the frame anodized in gold, burgundy, or aquamarine. So few sold they’re quite valuable now.
My wife shoots the .338 lapua 1000 yards!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Px2ND4ggyHk
Savage 110FCP: The Affordable .338 Lapua! [Full Review]
(cheap, 1700 yards or more)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ivnXKuD19o
Most guys buy them for self-defense, for themselves and family, yet many don’t consider them to have a valid argument.
the lib women are just happy b/c they think she’ll kill a man.
Been using a .410 on them ...
Okay, I can tell by the screws that’s not a full-size skateboard. Still...
The rifle may be affordable, but they’re sure proud of the cartridges.
My wife has a regular color gun but did get a set of pink ear muff style ear protection.
I purchased firearms because I’m a single woman living in a rural area of a predominately rural county. I have a shotgun and a .22 to keep the fauna at bay, and I have a Ruger pistol because, again, it’s a rural county. The sheriff’s department may have, maybe, three deputies on patrol at any given time. So rather than depend on 911 I really have to depend on 9mm.
WHY? Because little old ladies are helpless against the brutish thugs like Michael Brown.
Thanks for the info.
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