# Gunset Training Group > Train different. Dress different. Be different. ## Posts - [Ice Rescue: Deadly Winter "Real World Trauma"](https://gunset.us/2026/01/ice-rescue-deadly-winter-real-world-trauma/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the Train With Willis Blog/ By Jonathan Willis Every winter, someone goes through the ice. And almost every winter, someone else dies trying to help them. That second death usually isn’t from a lack of courage. It’s from a lack of understanding. Ice rescue, although one of the least complicated rescue problems technically, is still—by definition—a technical rescue discipline. And… - [Understanding Ohio’s Weapon Laws – Part 15 – When Is Shooting Into a House a Crime?](https://gunset.us/2026/01/understanding-ohios-weapon-laws-part-15-when-is-shooting-into-a-house-a-crime/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog Defendant Timothy Damien Bradley Author’s note: this is part 15 in a series of educational posts I am going to write about State of Ohio and federal weapon and firearm laws. Part 1 can be found here. There is a list of the previous articles at the bottom (or side, depending on your device) of… - [Chest Seals, Tension Pneumothorax, and What Really Matters](https://gunset.us/2026/01/chest-seals-tension-pneumothorax-and-what-really-matters/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the Train With Willis Blog/ Chest Seals, Tension Pneumothorax, and What Really Matters By Jonathan Willis  Tension pneumothorax is one of the leading causes of preventable traumatic death in the United States. It sounds complex, but the concept—and what you need to do about it—doesn’t have to be. In simple terms, a tension pneumothorax happens when air enters the chest… - [Understanding Ohio’s Weapon Laws – Part 14 – Falsification, Signage and other Misc. Offenses](https://gunset.us/2026/01/understanding-ohios-weapon-laws-part-14-falsification-signage-and-other-misc-offenses/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog Author’s note: this is part 14 in a series of educational posts I am going to write about State of Ohio and federal weapon and firearm laws. Part 1 can be found here. There is a list of the previous articles at the bottom (or side, depending on your device) of the page. This post… - [Understanding Ohio’s Weapon Laws – the Post-Bruen Ripple Effect](https://gunset.us/2026/01/understanding-ohios-weapon-laws-the-post-bruen-ripple-effect/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog If you’ve been following my series of articles on Ohio’s weapon laws, you may remember that I’ve mentioned the Supreme Court of the United States Bruen decision many times. The gist of the comments about Bruen revolve around the fact that Bruen is going to significantly change firearm laws across the country and we will… - [When Firearm Safety Violations and the Law Collide – Part 2](https://gunset.us/2025/12/when-firearm-safety-violations-and-the-law-collide-part-2/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog Author’s note: this article deals with Ohio law and procedures. Laws and procedures vary from state to state. Keep that in mind as you read this. If you haven’t read Part 1, take a few minutes and do that. Otherwise this won’t make as much sense. So how does a state certified firearms instructor and… - [When Firearm Safety Violations and the Law Collide – Part 1](https://gunset.us/2025/12/when-firearm-safety-violations-and-the-law-collide-part-1/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog Defendants David Pearson and Matthew Seymour Authors note: this article deals ONLY with Ohio law. Laws vary from state to state, so keep that in mind while reading this. This is the tale of two senseless, preventable deaths. In each incident, people were criminally charged for causing those deaths; however, the severity of the criminal… - [SEEK, AND ADMIT, WHAT YOU HAVE BEEN WRONG ABOUT](https://gunset.us/2025/10/seek-and-admit-what-you-have-been-wrong-about/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the Train With Willis Blog/      As I travel through my life, cresting now 50 years of age,  and continue to expand my knowledge as a man, a student, and an instructor, I wish to be less concrete in my thinking. A common folly of most younger men, and one that some men never shake. Now those… - [Understanding Ohio’s Weapon Laws – Part 13 – Anti-2A Businesses and Civil Immunity Issues](https://gunset.us/2025/09/understanding-ohios-weapon-laws-part-13-anti-2a-businesses-and-civil-immunity-issues/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog Author’s note: this is part 13 in a series of educational posts I am going to write about State of Ohio and federal weapon and firearm laws. Part 1 can be found here. There is a list of the previous articles at the bottom (or side, depending on your device) of the page. This post… - [Understanding Ohio’s Weapon Laws, Part 12 – Courhouses](https://gunset.us/2025/09/understanding-ohios-weapon-laws-part-12-courhouses/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog Author’s note: this is part 12 in a series of educational posts I am going to write about State of Ohio and federal weapon and firearm laws. Part 1 can be found here. There is a list of the previous articles at the bottom (or side, depending on your device) of the page. This post… - [Understanding Ohio’s Weapon Laws, Part 11 – School Safety Zones](https://gunset.us/2025/09/understanding-ohios-weapon-laws-part-11-school-safety-zones/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog Author’s note: this is part 11 in a series of educational posts I am going to write about State of Ohio and federal weapon and firearm laws. Part 1 can be found here. There is a list of the previous articles at the bottom (or side, depending on your device) of the page. This post… - [YOUR TOURNIQUET IS NOT A SYSTEM. Are You Pretending To Be Prepared?](https://gunset.us/2025/08/your-tourniquet-is-not-a-system-are-you-pretending-to-be-prepared/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the Train With Willis Blog/      By Jonathan Willis     It’s easy to feel like you’ve “checked the box” by carrying a tourniquet. I see it all the time. Someone straps one on their kit or throws it into their glove box, and suddenly the feel squared away for trauma response. Here’s the reality: YOUR TOURNIQUET IS… - [LESSONS FROM THE EPICENTER. MY "RECOVERY" FROM BATTLING THE OPIOID CRISIS. And how you can do better.](https://gunset.us/2025/08/lessons-from-the-epicenter-my-recovery-from-battling-the-opioid-crisis-and-how-you-can-do-better/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the Train With Willis Blog/ by Jonathan Willis For a long time, Montgomery County, Ohio carried a grim title—the worst place in the nation for opioid-related deaths. That wasn’t just a headline for me. That was my backyard. That was where I spent my career responding to calls that, more often than not, ended in heartbreak. Over my… - [Understanding Ohio’s Weapon Laws, Part 10 – Bars and Liquor Locations](https://gunset.us/2025/06/understanding-ohios-weapon-laws-part-10-bars-and-liquor-locations/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog Author’s note: this is part 10 in a series of educational posts I am going to write about State of Ohio and federal weapon and firearm laws. Part 1 can be found here. There is a list of the previous articles at the bottom (or side, depending on your device) of the page. This post… - [Understanding Ohio’s Weapons Law, Part 9 – Private Property](https://gunset.us/2025/06/understanding-ohios-weapons-law-part-9-private-property/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog Author’s note: this is part 9 in a series of educational posts I am going to write about State of Ohio and federal weapon and firearm laws. Part 1 can be found here. There is a list of the previous articles at the bottom (or side, depending on your device) of the page. This post… - [Understanding Ohio’s Weapons Law – Part 8 – Prohibited Carry Zones](https://gunset.us/2025/06/understanding-ohios-weapons-law-part-8-prohibited-carry-zones/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog Author’s note: this is part 8 in a series of educational posts I am going to write about State of Ohio and federal weapon and firearm laws. Part 1 can be found here. This post does not offer legal advice. I am not a lawyer. I am a Certified Firearm Specialist through the International Firearm… - [Understanding Ohio’s Weapons Law – Part 7 – Carrying Concealed Weapons II](https://gunset.us/2025/06/understanding-ohios-weapons-law-part-7-carrying-concealed-weapons-ii/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog Author’s note: this is part 7 in a series of educational posts I am going to write about State of Ohio and federal weapon and firearm laws. Part 1 can be found here. This post does not offer legal advice. I am not a lawyer. I am a Certified Firearm Specialist through the International Firearm… - [Understanding Ohio’s Weapons Law – Part 6 – Carrying Concealed Weapons I](https://gunset.us/2025/05/understanding-ohios-weapons-law-part-6-carrying-concealed-weapons-i/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog Everything in this picture could be considered a deadly weapon in certain circumstances Author’s note: this is part 6 in a series of educational posts I am going to write about State of Ohio and federal weapon and firearm laws. Part 1 can be found here. This post does not offer legal advice. I am… - [Understanding Ohio’s Weapons Laws – Part 5 – “Constitutional Carry IV”](https://gunset.us/2025/05/understanding-ohios-weapons-laws-part-5-constitutional-carry-iv/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog Author’s note: this is part 5 in a series of educational posts I am going to write about State of Ohio and federal weapon and firearm laws. Part 1 can be found here. This post does not offer legal advice. I am not a lawyer. I am a Certified Firearm Specialist through the International Firearm… - [Understanding Ohio’s Weapons Laws – Part 4 – “Constitutional Carry III”](https://gunset.us/2025/05/understanding-ohios-weapons-laws-part-4-constitutional-carry-iii/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog Author’s note: this is part 4 in a series of educational posts I am going to write about State of Ohio and federal weapon and firearm laws. Part 1 can be found here. This post does not offer legal advice. I am not a lawyer. I am a Certified Firearm Specialist through the International Firearm… - [Understanding Ohio’s Weapons Laws – Part 3 – “Constitutional Carry II”](https://gunset.us/2025/05/understanding-ohios-weapons-laws-part-3-constitutional-carry-ii/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog Author’s note: this is part 3 in a series of educational posts I am going to write about State of Ohio and federal weapon and firearm laws. Part 1 can be found here. This post does not offer legal advice. I am not a lawyer. I am a Certified Firearm Specialist through the International Firearm… - [Understanding Ohio’s Weapons Laws – Part 2 – “Constitutional Carry I”](https://gunset.us/2025/04/understanding-ohios-weapons-laws-part-2-constitutional-carry-i/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog Author’s note: this is part 2 in a series of educational posts I am going to write about State of Ohio and federal weapon and firearm laws. Part 1 can be found here. This post does not offer legal advice. I am not a lawyer. I am a Certified Firearm Specialist through the International Firearm… - [Understanding Ohio’s Weapons Laws – Part 1 – Foundations](https://gunset.us/2025/04/understanding-ohios-weapons-laws-part-1-foundations/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog Author’s note: this is part 1 in a series of educational posts I am going to write about State of Ohio and federal weapon and firearm laws. This post does not offer legal advice. I am not a lawyer. I am certified to teach weapon laws in the Basic Police Academy so I’ve spent quite… - [When will we Learn? – Thoughts From Covenant](https://gunset.us/2025/04/when-will-we-learn-thoughts-from-covenant/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog MNPD Case Summary Earlier this week Nashville released their final case summary for the Covenant shooting. It makes for some frustrating reading. If you haven’t read it, take a few minutes (unless you’re about to go to bed) to read the case summary and come back. The shooter shot and disabled several responding police vehicles… - ["PLUG THE HOLE" IN YOUR SYSTEM. What's missing in your trauma EDC, and what do you choose to fill it?](https://gunset.us/2025/03/plug-the-hole-in-your-system-whats-missing-in-your-trauma-edc-and-what-do-you-choose-to-fill-it/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the Train With Willis Blog/ By Jonathan Willis Bleeding is the number two cause of trauma related death in the United States. Thankfully, in the realm of trauma care, through many different outreach efforts, civilians are more equipped and capable than ever to effect a positive outcome on the bleeding emergency. Tourniquets for example are more plentiful, easy… - [Cop Killer for a Week](https://gunset.us/2025/03/cop-killer-for-a-week/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog Body camera video from a Napa County (CA) Deputy. She dodged a bullet. Literally. Authors note: I decided to post this after watching this video and finding this old article as I was going through some old computer files the other day. I wrote this in 2002 – I had about 3 years street experience… - [The Case Against Shotguns](https://gunset.us/2025/02/the-case-against-shotguns/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog My Beretta 1301, which I’d carry on duty in a heartbeat I’m guessing I’ll ruffle some feathers with this post, but I couldn’t help myself after reading this article in a recent edition of American Cop. The author of the American Cop article makes some good arguments in his “Case For Shotguns”. If you’re talking… - [UPDATE: Case Against Chief Arrested at Fair DISMISSED](https://gunset.us/2024/10/update-case-against-chief-arrested-at-fair-dismissed/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog I’ve talked about this case here and here. Last Friday, the visiting judge dismissed the case without prejudice. Nothing earth shattering in his judgement entry since it coincides with what the Chief’s attorney put in his motion to dismiss and with what I expected to happen when I first wrote about this case. Now that… - [Observations from TDI’s Final Intense Scenario Training](https://gunset.us/2024/09/observations-from-tdis-final-intense-scenario-training/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog Earlier this year I was given the opportunity to join the training staff at the Tactical Defense Institute. I jumped at the chance. This past weekend, I helped out with the Final Intense Scenario Training (FIST) class. This two day class is mostly scenario based with an hour or so of range “warm up” time… - [UPDATE: Motion to dismiss filed in Police Chief Fair Arrest](https://gunset.us/2024/09/update-motion-to-dismiss-filed-in-police-chief-fair-arrest/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog For those of you who are following this case, the Chief’s attorney has filed a motion to dismiss. If you’re not familiar with the case, you can read my first article here. I’m familiar with this attorney. He’s a good attorney. His motion revolves around the two portions of the Ohio Revised Code I talk… - [Product Review: Swampfox Justice II](https://gunset.us/2024/08/product-review-swampfox-justice-ii/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog I started carrying direct milled optic equipped pistols back in 2011 or so. My first one was an Sig 226R with a Trijicon dual illumination RMR milled into the slide. My Chief let me put my top end on the department Sig frame and carry it as a duty pistol. Finding a duty holster was… - [Making every round count](https://gunset.us/2024/08/making-every-round-count/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog The Casino Drill, the F.A.S.T., the 5/5/5 52 Week Challenge. I’ve shot them all. I’m sure many of you have shot at least one of them. All of them were designed to be an evaluation of skill or on demand performance. Many of us (and I include myself amongst the guilty) have turned them into… - [CVPA High School Active Shooter (STL) – ‘22](https://gunset.us/2024/08/cvpa-high-school-active-shooter-stl-22/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog Shooter armed with an AR and 600 rounds of ammo A week or so ago, I saw an online post about this active shooter incident. This article is about some of the problems I see with this incident. The final report hasn’t been released and there are some questions about why it’s taken this long… - [Police Chief Arrested at the County Fair](https://gunset.us/2024/08/police-chief-arrested-at-the-county-fair/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog I’ve had several people reach out to me and ask me about this story – St. Paris Police Chief Eric Smith arrested at the Champaign County Fair. It’s an interesting case so I thought I’d write this post about it. My first thought when I read the article was that there is something going on… - [Active Shooter Training AAR ‘24 – Part 2](https://gunset.us/2024/08/active-shooter-training-aar-24-part-2/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog Dayton (OH) PD Officers engaging an active shooter in ‘19 As I mentioned in Part 1, over the last couple of weeks I’ve spent two days training two local agencies and 3 days teaching solo officer active shooter response instructor for the State of Ohio. This is the second instructor class I’ve helped with, but… - [Active Shooter Training AAR ‘24 – Part 1](https://gunset.us/2024/07/active-shooter-training-aar-24-part-1/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog It has been a busy week. In the last 10 days I’ve done 2 days of active shooter training for 2 local police departments and 3 days of active shooter instructor training for the State of Ohio. Those 5 days were good days of training and I wanted to share some things I noticed along… - [The laser on a self-defense pistol, Part 3…..](https://gunset.us/2024/07/the-laser-on-a-self-defense-pistol-part-3/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog It’s amazing how life gets in the way sometimes. I had intended on finishing this series of posts years ago after writing Part 1 and Part 2. Time got away from me and after almost 10 years, it’s time to finish this up. I’ll have to use different guns in the videos because I don’t… - [Recklessness, Rule #3 and the Sig P320 – PART 2](https://gunset.us/2024/06/recklessness-rule-3-and-the-sig-p320-part-2/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog If you haven’t read Part 1, you should probably read that first so some of this makes more sense. During the trial, the Prosecutor asked each of the 5 active LEOs who testified about Rule #3 – when is it appropriate to put your finger on the trigger? I watched all 5 of them answer… - [SYMTAC Shotgun Skills AAR June 14-15, 2024](https://gunset.us/2024/06/symtac-shotgun-skills-aar-june-14-15-2024/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog I’ve been reading reviews about SYMTAC Consulting’s Shotgun Skills class for years. Every single one has been positive. Tom Givens speaks highly of SYMTAC’s founder – Rob Haught – and Rob’s son – Matt. My friend Jonathan Willis of the Gunset Training Group spoke highly of them. So when Jonathan asked me if I wanted… - [AAR Gunset Pistol Applications 04/27/2024](https://gunset.us/2024/04/aar-gunset-pistol-applications-04-27-2024/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog Scott Cronin (right) talking about what this class is all about. Assistant Instructor Bobby P is on white board duty. This was the second of three Gunset class I’m taking this spring and it didn’t disappoint. My AAR for the Shotgun Foundations class is here. Since I hosted the class, I was comped a spot.… - [AAR – Gunset Defensive Shotgun Foundations](https://gunset.us/2024/04/aar-gunset-defensive-shotgun-foundations/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog This past Saturday I had the opportunity to participate in the Gunset Defensive Shotgun Foundations class. Full disclosure, I host Gunset at my PD range on a regular basis and I am friends with the Gunset crew. I’m picky about who I host at our range, but I’ve taken Rangemaster classes with the Gunset crew… - [Civilian AED Ownership. A Story of Why.](https://gunset.us/2024/04/civilian-aed-ownership-a-story-of-why/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the Train With Willis Blog/ By Jonathan Willis Update:               It has been a while since this article was originally published, but due to recent events, I felt a need to revisit this important topic. I recently attended the Rangemaster Tactical Conference in Dallas Texas. The evening prior to this event a meet and greet is held, allowing… - [Instructor Enrichment Program by Apache Solutions](https://gunset.us/2023/11/instructor-enrichment-program-by-apache-solutions/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the Train With Willis Blog/          Any working instructor can attest, there is a great spectrum of useful coursework that can be undertaken in the realm of instructor development. As we’ve all experienced, there are many amazing shooters who could benefit from putting down the gun for a few weekends to concentrate on instructional methodology. We’ve also… - [Recklessness, Rule #3 and the Sig P320 – PART 1 RECKLESSNESS](https://gunset.us/2023/10/recklessness-rule-3-and-the-sig-p320-part-1-recklessness/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog This story has it all – a criminal case that hinges on recklessness, firearm safety rule #3 (when your finger should go to the trigger) and the great P320 unintentional discharge debate. Oh, wait, let’s not forget the coroner’s decision to rule this a suicide and the circus show that turned out to be. But… - [Rangemaster Advanced Instructor AAR](https://gunset.us/2023/09/rangemaster-advanced-instructor-aar/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog I had the pleasure of hosting/attending Tom Givens again for the Rangemaster’ Advanced Instructor Development Course on 9/22-23/23. I’ve wanted to take this class since I took the Basic class back in 2015. But life happens and the stars and planets didn’t align until this year. It was well worth the wait. After the introductions… - [FINISH THE FIGHT](https://gunset.us/2023/07/finish-the-fight/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog Manchester PD Ofc. Ouellette’s point of view seconds before shooting a suspect armed with a knife A couple weeks ago I wrote about some things I noticed during a recent active shooter training I conducted. One of the things I noted was a tendency for Officers to talk on the radio when they should be… - [Single Officer Response to Active Threats AAR](https://gunset.us/2023/06/single-officer-response-to-active-threats-aar/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog The moment the The Covenant School shooter was taken down by NMPD Ofc. Rex Englebert This year the State of Ohio has once again mandated that all LEOs attend 24 hours of Continuing Professional Training (CPT). This can be done by watching 24 hours worth of State produced videos or agencies can send their personnel… - [Pump Shotgun People, and My Journey to Understand Them](https://gunset.us/2023/06/pump-shotgun-people-and-my-journey-to-understand-them/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the Train With Willis Blog/ DISCOVERY         A few years back, I took on a new challenge in my shooting game. Several friends, who I knew liked to do cool things, piqued my interest in learning the defensive shotgun. I’d never been a sporting shotgun guy, I’d only rifle hunted, so I had no biases or bad… - [Advancing Every Day Carry with Apache Solutions](https://gunset.us/2023/06/advancing-every-day-carry-with-apache-solutions/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the Train With Willis Blog/ Advancing E.D.C. with Apache Solutions         Recently, I was fortunate enough to attend Apache’s offering of their two-part course, Advancing E.D.C. The Gunset Training Group, hosted owner/founder Tim Kelly, and Instructor Dan Brady for a weekend of incredible work at Xenia Police department Training Facility in Xenia Ohio. Students can take either… - [Calling Out A Common Tourniquet Myth](https://gunset.us/2023/06/calling-out-a-common-tourniquet-myth/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the Train With Willis Blog/ It seems impossible to go online today and not witness tiresome internet debates on a myriad of topics. BY FAR the most annoying, to most people that actually train, is the discussion of round selection. There seems to be an inverse relationship of skill or experience to how adamant one argues their point.… - [Civilians and Tension Pnuemothorax Intervention. Do You REALLY Need To?](https://gunset.us/2023/06/civilians-and-tension-pnuemothorax-intervention-do-you-really-need-to/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the Train With Willis Blog/   Chest Decompression Needles; Vital kit or tactical talisman?   By Jonathan Willis As will be the case in this often trend driven industry, yet another tactical talisman has entered the must have lists of many a preparedness minded individual. You’ve all seen them, or bought them, yet very few have any legitimate… - [Breaking Auto Glass- What Every Person Should Know](https://gunset.us/2023/06/breaking-auto-glass-what-every-person-should-know/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the Train With Willis Blog/ Breaking Auto Glass;  The right tool for the job. Jonathan Willis In my career as a fire officer, my life as a father and husband, and my work within the firearms world, I strive to learn and teach as much as possible about being prepared for the unforeseen as I can. Within any… - [Understanding Ohio’s Knife Laws, Part 2](https://gunset.us/2021/09/understanding-ohios-knife-laws-part-2/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog So in this post I talked about the update to Ohio’s CCW law earlier this year that changed how knives are looked at under the CCW statute. To make a long story short, the new law clarified that knives are not considered “deadly weapons” under 2923.12 CCW, unless they are used as a weapon. But… - [Save Yourself – Don’t Count on an Attorney to Save You](https://gunset.us/2021/07/save-yourself-dont-count-on-an-attorney-to-save-you/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog My friend Scotty Cronin runs Gunset Training Group and their motto is “Save Yourself”. I wholeheartedly agree with that mindset. In addition to the physical confrontation, Scotty and I both tell our students that there’s another fight where you need to be able to “save yourself” – the legal fight that potentially comes after you’ve… - [Understanding Ohio’s Knife Laws](https://gunset.us/2021/07/understanding-ohios-knife-laws/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog If you know me or have sat in a class where I teach the weapons laws here in Ohio, you’ve probably heard me say something along the lines of, “Ohio weapons laws are stupid”. And they are. They need to be completely overhauled. It seems like every time the legislature adds or changes something they… - [Ohio’s CCW Notification Law Is Flawed and Unnecessary](https://gunset.us/2021/07/ohios-ccw-notification-law-is-flawed-and-unnecessary/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog This article was forwarded to me yesterday by a friend of mine with a question about notification that you have a CHL and you’re armed when you are in your own home. So I read the article and tried to answer his question as best as I could. To be clear – I am not… - [Lessons from a tragedy](https://gunset.us/2021/06/lessons-from-a-tragedy/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog This is John “Johnny” Hurley. He’s a hero, no doubt about it. But tragically he was killed after being mistaken for the suspect who had just shot Arvada PD Officer Gordon Beesley. Any off duty cop or legally armed citizen who carries a gun needs to pay attention and learn from this tragedy. Officer Gordon… - [“Supreme Court Makes It Easier To Sue Police For Excessive Use of Force”](https://gunset.us/2021/03/supreme-court-makes-it-easier-to-sue-police-for-excessive-use-of-force/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog This was the title of an article I read today about the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) decision in Torres v. Madrid, which was released this week. When I first read the title of the article, I had a “the sky is falling, the sky is falling” moment where I thought, “oh, great,… - [Stolen Gun Database](https://gunset.us/2021/03/stolen-gun-database/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog Have you ever wanted to check to see if a used gun you’re interested in buying is stolen? Well, now you can check the serial number on the Ohio AG’s Website. There are several caveats on the AG’s website about the information that is available. I’ll also add that only a small portion of gun… - [The CRAZIEST Legislation I’ve Seen in a Long Time](https://gunset.us/2021/03/the-craziest-legislation-ive-seen-in-a-long-time/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog This article is really for any Ohio law enforcement officers out there. After watching all these other States pass police reform laws I wasn’t too concerned about crazy laws coming to Ohio. Figured our conservative legislature wouldn’t do anything crazy. How wrong I was. A week or so ago I was made aware that the… - [A Tale of Two Pistols](https://gunset.us/2019/10/a-tale-of-two-pistols/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog Earlier this summer I decided to do an evaluation of the much underrated (at least in my mind) Smith and Wesson SD9VE line of pistols. Over the years I’ve had these come through my classes, played with them in gun shops and taken them off of criminals. The ones that came through my classes and… - [SD9VE First Shots](https://gunset.us/2019/08/sd9ve-first-shots/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog This morning I put the first 100 rounds through the SD9VE that I bought. I decided that I wanted to see how it shot before I added all the Apex parts, so I went to the range this morning and shot a series of drills/tests that I shoot on a regular basis. I didn’t have… - [AAR – Modern Samurai Project AIWB/Red Dot Pistol class, July 19-21, 2019 @ Impact Shooting Center](https://gunset.us/2019/07/aar-modern-samurai-project-aiwb-red-dot-pistol-class-july-19-21-2019-impact-shooting-center/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog It’s hard to believe it’s been over 3 years since I updated this blog. But I can’t think of a better reason to start posting again. This past weekend I spent sweating my nether regions off down in Cleves, Ohio. I was at the Impact Shooting Center taking Scott “Jedi” Jedlinski’s (Modern Samurai Project) 3… - [FBI Special Agent Dove and Special Agent Grogan were killed 30 years ago….](https://gunset.us/2016/04/fbi-special-agent-dove-and-special-agent-grogan-were-killed-30-years-ago/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog Today marks the 30th anniversary of the FBI Shootout in Miami in which these 2 agents were killed and several others were wounded. Also killed were the 2 dirtbags (who I won’t dignify by using their names) that the FBI was trying to arrest that fateful day.  Since that day, there have been many discussions… - [Rangemaster Newsletter](https://gunset.us/2016/03/rangemaster-newsletter/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog If you aren’t signed up to get the Rangemaster Newsletter every month, I suggest you go to Rangemaster’s website (Rangemaster) and sign up. Every month there’s a treasure trove of information in their newsletter.  This month’s newsletter (April Newsletter) has two really good articles I suggest you read. They’re the first 2 articles – “Monsters”… - [Irresponsible gun owners annoy the crap outta me…..](https://gunset.us/2015/11/irresponsible-gun-owners-annoy-the-crap-outta-me/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog Irresponsible gun owners really irritate me. Correct firearm safety and storage  practices should be holy writ for gun owners. But it’s not. Seems to me sometimes it’s the exception rather than the rule. Here’s a couple of examples of what I’m talking about: A couple of weeks ago I read this story on the news: 6… - [AAR of Tom Givens Firearms Instructor Development Course](https://gunset.us/2015/11/aar-of-tom-givens-firearms-instructor-development-course/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog This past weekend (Oct 30 – Nov 1) I had the good fortune to attend a Rangemaster Firearm Instructor Development Course in Wilmington, Ohio. I’ve been trying to fit this class into my schedule for a couple of years. I’ve been stagnant when it comes to attending shooting schools and I knew it was time… - [Time flies…..](https://gunset.us/2015/10/time-flies/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog This has been a crazy year. I can’t believe it’s already October. I haven’t posted in a while and figured I’d get back into it.  Earlier this year I woke up one morning and couldn’t really see out of my right eye (my dominant eye). It was like someone had taken a piece of wax… - [The laser on a self-defense pistol, Part 2….](https://gunset.us/2015/01/the-laser-on-a-self-defense-pistol-part-2/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog Before I get into the ins and outs of actually shooting the CTC laser grips I want to make a few observations about pistol mounted lasers and shooting in general. First let me say that, in general, I see two uses for pistol mounted lasers: 1. Marksmanship training 2. Faster sighting system in low and… - [Thoughts on the Paris terror attack…](https://gunset.us/2015/01/thoughts-on-the-paris-terror-attack/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog If you haven’t watched the news today, I suggest you read this: Paris attack As I heard of the events in Paris today, I was reminded of how easy that could happen in Ohio and the U.S. And then I thought about how many people I know who are legally allowed to carry a firearm… - [Firearm Safety: You should be paranoid…..](https://gunset.us/2015/01/firearm-safety-you-should-be-paranoid/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog Here recently I’ve seen several news stories (some new, some old but reposted) about gun owners accidentally shooting themselves or others. Some caused injuries, some caused death. All of them were preventable. I commented about a couple on my old blog: http://www.bibliophilesgunblog.wordpress.com. I want to revisit my “It’s OK to be paranoid” post. In that… - [The laser on a self defense pistol, part 1…..](https://gunset.us/2015/01/the-laser-on-a-self-defense-pistol-part-1/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. The views expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of Gunset Training Group or its affiliates. Click HERE to view the original post on the GunSnobbery Blog I have extensively used and competed with a Crimson Trace Corporation Laser Grip off and on since early 2000.  When I first saw the CTC grips, I admit I was skeptical about their usefulness.  Since I bought a pair (actually split the cost, my police agency paid $100 towards them) and really learned how to… - [Welcome to my blog](https://gunset.us/2015/01/welcome-to-my-blog/): This post was copied with permission from it’s author. 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Yo, check it — this isn’t just a hoodie, it’s a whole mood. We’re talking unisex Heavy Blend™ goodness that hits like your favorite 90s grunge album but keeps you cozy like Saturday morning cartoons. Clean, simple Gunset logo up front, and on the back? The Gunset Save Yourself South Carolina logo. Chunky, Cozy, Certified Fresh Remember when hoodies were actually thick? Before everything got all lightweight and “technical”? Yeah, we’re bringing that energy back. This Heavy Blend™ beast is the real deal — substantial enough for chilly morning range sessions, post-training coffee runs, or… - [Gunset Save Yourself Mississippi Heavy Hoodie](https://gunset.us/product/gunset-save-yourself-mississippi-heavy-hoodie/): Throwback comfort meets trigger-time style. Yo, check it — this isn’t just a hoodie, it’s a whole mood. We’re talking unisex Heavy Blend™ goodness that hits like your favorite 90s grunge album but keeps you cozy like Saturday morning cartoons. Clean, simple Gunset logo up front, and on the back? The Gunset Save Yourself Mississippi logo. Chunky, Cozy, Certified Fresh Remember when hoodies were actually thick? Before everything got all lightweight and “technical”? Yeah, we’re bringing that energy back. This Heavy Blend™ beast is the real deal — substantial enough for chilly morning range sessions, post-training coffee runs, or just… - [Gunset Save Yourself Missouri Heavy Hoodie](https://gunset.us/product/gunset-save-yourself-missouri-heavy-hoodie/): Throwback comfort meets trigger-time style. Yo, check it — this isn’t just a hoodie, it’s a whole mood. We’re talking unisex Heavy Blend™ goodness that hits like your favorite 90s grunge album but keeps you cozy like Saturday morning cartoons. Clean, simple Gunset logo up front, and on the back? The Gunset Save Yourself Missouri logo. Chunky, Cozy, Certified Fresh Remember when hoodies were actually thick? Before everything got all lightweight and “technical”? Yeah, we’re bringing that energy back. This Heavy Blend™ beast is the real deal — substantial enough for chilly morning range sessions, post-training coffee runs, or just… - [SAVE YOURSELF DECAL (Throwback Edition) – Sticker Day 2026 Exclusive](https://gunset.us/product/save-yourself-decal-throwback-edition-sticker-day-2026-exclusive/): SAVE YOURSELF DECAL (Throwback Edition) – Sticker Day 2026 Exclusive    Break out the neon and crank the attitude. This StickerDay 2026 drop is pure retro chaos in the best way possible. Loud colors, bold lines, and unapologetic save yourself energy—this sticker looks like it time-traveled straight out of the 90s and landed on your gear with a mission. Printed on premium satin-finish vinyl, the colors hit hard and stay sharp, giving off that almost-neon glow that refuses to be ignored. The clean 1/8″ kiss-cut white border keeps it crisp while making the design pop on anything from laptops and water bottles… - [Gunset Save Yourself North Carolina Heavy Hoodie](https://gunset.us/product/gunset-save-yourself-north-carolina-heavy-hoodie/): Throwback comfort meets trigger-time style. Yo, check it — this isn’t just a hoodie, it’s a whole mood. We’re talking unisex Heavy Blend™ goodness that hits like your favorite 90s grunge album but keeps you cozy like Saturday morning cartoons. Clean, simple Gunset logo up front, and on the back? The Gunset Save Yourself North Carolina logo. Chunky, Cozy, Certified Fresh Remember when hoodies were actually thick? Before everything got all lightweight and “technical”? Yeah, we’re bringing that energy back. This Heavy Blend™ beast is the real deal — substantial enough for chilly morning range sessions, post-training coffee runs, or… - [The Everyday Trucker - Embroidered Snapback](https://gunset.us/product/the-everyday-trucker-embroidered-snapback/): The Everyday Trucker This isn’t some flimsy fashion cap — this is real-deal trucker energy. A vintage-inspired snapback with a sun-faded embroidered graphic that looks like it’s already got stories to tell. Think long drives, gas-station coffee, and whatever plans happen after “just one more stop.” The structured mid-profile crown and hard buckram front keep the shape sharp so the embroidery stays crisp, while the classic mesh back brings that breathable, don’t-overthink-it comfort the 90s perfected. The precurved Permacurv® visor; Already broken-in vibes, straight out of the box. Lightweight cotton-blend front panels and a soft sweatband make it easy to wear… - [Gunset Gift Card – Loadout Unlocked](https://gunset.us/product/gift-card/): Can’t decide? No worries. This is the ultimate press start to continue move. The Gunset Gift Card lets them choose their own adventure—training, merch, or gear—no guesswork required. It’s instant gratification with zero buyer’s remorse, like finding a brand-new CD still in the shrink wrap. Add a custom message for that personal touch, or send it to yourself and print it out for a proper old-school handoff. Each gift card includes a scannable QR code that unlocks the full Gunset webstore—just scan and use it on anything Gunset, no combo codes or cheat sheets required. Perfect for: Range rats Training junkies That friend who already owns everything No expiration. No drama. Just solid choices. Because the best gifts don’t tell people what to do—they give them the controls. - [555 Challenge Poker Playing Cards](https://gunset.us/product/poker-playing-cards-gunset-skull-ace-deck-vintage-gothic-design/): Before apps tracked everything…Before timers talked back…We got better by showing up. The Gunset 52-Week Card Challenge is simple—but not easy. One deck. One card per week. Real performance data, gathered the old-school way, alongside friends who won’t let you ghost training day. Read More about it here. https://gunset.us/gunset-52-week-challenge/ Playing cards have been used as targets forever. The modern spark came from the Rangemaster community, where shooters were challenged to make 5 hits on a playing card, from 5 yards, in 5 seconds or less—cold. So we made it a ritual. Every week, as soon as we hit the range,… - [Gunset Save Yourself Ohio Heavy Hoodie](https://gunset.us/product/gunset-save-yourself-ohio-heavy-hoodie/): Throwback comfort meets trigger-time style. Yo, check it — this isn’t just a hoodie, it’s a whole mood. We’re talking unisex Heavy Blend™ goodness that hits like your favorite 90s grunge album but keeps you cozy like Saturday morning cartoons. Clean, simple Gunset logo up front, and on the back? The OG Gunset Save Yourself Ohio logo — a nod to where it all started. Chunky, Cozy, Certified Fresh Remember when hoodies were actually thick? Before everything got all lightweight and “technical”? Yeah, we’re bringing that energy back. This Heavy Blend™ beast is the real deal — substantial enough for… - [Ready....HUP! Light Roast Coffee](https://gunset.us/product/ready-hup-light-roast-coffee/): Alright squad, let’s talk about the real most important meal of the day — that first cup that flips the switch from zombie to functional human. This isn’t some dusty grocery-store blend hiding on the bottom shelf. This is Specialty Grade Craft Coffee, roasted with purpose and built to perform. This is a light roast, but don’t mistake that for soft. Bright, crisp, and awake-awake. Tasting notes of dried fruit and citrus lead the charge, with a light, clean body that keeps things smooth instead of heavy. You’ll catch hints of milk chocolate, dried fruits, and almonds, finishing clean and… - [Standard](https://gunset.us/event/real-world-trauma-3/) - [Gunset Christmas Warmth – Limited Edition 9oz Soy Candle](https://gunset.us/product/gunset-christmas-warmth-limited-edition-9oz-soy-candle/): 🎄 Christmas Warmth – Limited Edition 9oz Soy Candle 🎄 Light it up and teleport straight to Christmas ‘94! 🕯️✨ The Christmas Warmth candle is your ticket to that cozy, fireside nostalgia — like a mix between cocoa-scented air and the glow of a tube TV playing your favorite holiday special. It’s got all the hits: orange spice, fir, pine, and that smoky fireplace note that smells like Santa just dropped a mixtape. Poured into a glossy glass jar with a snug black lid (because even your candles deserve style), this clean-burning soy wax beauty gives you a warm, soft… - [Gunset Light Weight Sun Hoodie](https://gunset.us/product/mens-sunset-sports-hoodie-stylish-activewear-gifts-for-athletes-outdoor-wear-comfortable-sportswear/): Stay stylish and comfortable with this Men’s Sports Warmup Hoodie, designed for active individuals who appreciate functionality and modern fashion. Made from lightweight, moisture-wicking polyester, this hoodie keeps you cool during workouts while providing exceptional sun protection with UPF +50. The soft, durable fabric maintains its shape and dries quickly, making it perfect for those on the go. Whether you’re heading to the gym, enjoying outdoor sports, or just relaxing with friends, this hoodie is your go-to choice. Ideal for fitness enthusiasts, this hoodie also makes a thoughtful gift for Father’s Day, birthdays, or any celebration where comfort meets style.… - [LOCKED AND LOADED Dark French Roast Coffee](https://gunset.us/product/locked-and-loaded-dark-french-roast/): Wake up and smell the gunpowder… wait, that’s just our coffee! Alright squad, let’s talk about the real most important meal of the day – that first cup of rocket fuel that turns you from zombie to operator. This ain’t your mama’s grocery store blend. We’re talking Dark French Roast that hits harder than a 90’s action movie one-liner. Darker Than Your Tactical Wardrobe This coffee is DARK dark. Like “I wore all black to the school dance” dark. Like “my AIM away message was a Dashboard Confessional lyric” dark. Bittersweet chocolate vibes meet toasty, strong finish that doesn’t quit.… - [Gunset Flat Bill Snapback](https://gunset.us/product/gunset-flat-bill-snapback/): Snap back to reality (but make it tactical) Yo, we’re bringing back the REAL snapback – none of that curved bill, fitted nonsense. This is the flat bill OG style that says “I probably owned a pager and I’m not apologizing for it.” Clean embroidered Gunset logo up front looking sharp enough to qualify expert, and that satisfying snap in the back? Pure 90’s nostalgia right there. Flat Bill Forever That brim is FLAT and it’s staying that way. We’re talking straight outta the box, no break-in required, ready to rock. It’s the hat equivalent of keeping your Air Jordans… - [Gunset Retro Sunset Hoodie | Lightweight Hoodie](https://gunset.us/product/gunset-retro-sunset-hoodie-lightweight-hoodie/): Dude, we’re talking lightweight lightweight here – like a tee shirt and a hoodie had a baby and it turned out totally radical. This isn’t your grandpa’s heavy sweatshirt. This is the breezy, easy, “I might hit the range or I might hit the beach” vibe you’ve been sleeping on. Soft Like Butter, Literally We got that butter yellow that screams “I peaked in ’94 and I’m okay with it.” Rock the peach for those sunset surf-and-turf training vibes. Keep it real with classic black or white when you’re feeling mysteriously cool. Each one hits different, but they all slap… - [Gunset Retro Heavy Hoodie](https://gunset.us/product/gunset-retro-hoodie/): Throwback comfort meets trigger time style! Yo, check it – this isn’t just a hoodie, it’s a whole mood. We’re talking unisex Heavy Blend™ goodness that hits like your favorite 90’s grunge album but keeps you cozy like Saturday morning cartoons. Slap that clean, simple Gunset logo on the front and you’ve got yourself the ultimate training day essential. Chunky, Cozy, Certified Fresh Remember when hoodies were actually thick? Before everything got all lightweight and “technical”? Yeah, we’re bringing that energy back. This Heavy Blend™ beast is the real deal – substantial enough to handle chilly morning range sessions, post-training… - [Gunset Sugar Skull T-Shirt | Unisex Softstyle Tee](https://gunset.us/product/gunset-sugar-skull-t-shirt-unisex-softstyle-tee/): Radical vibes meet real-deal training wisdom! This ain’t your average range day tee, folks. We’re talking unisex softstyle goodness featuring a totally sick Gunset sugar skull that screams “I’m here to train hard and look fresh doing it.” “Make friends with pain, fear and death” blazes across this bad boy – straight fire wisdom from the OG himself, Tom Givens of Rangemaster. Dude’s been dropping knowledge bombs since before tactical was even a lifestyle, and this quote hits different. It’s basically the Fight Club of training mantras, but, you know, actually legal and way more practical. 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