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Yes, I all but self-reported that I corrected my misquote. However, the new modern standard is 21' in 1 second as evidenced by numerous YouTube videos trying to debunk or find techniques to beat or cheat the inevitable.
No need to be that accurate... unless of course it is a charging bear. Last edited by Oso Polaris; 09-27-2019 at 07:12 AM. |
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In fact, for those who truly want or need relevant information, very few of them watch YouTube as their source...... Today, many police departments use a 30 foot perimeter for an inherent danger zone. And the fact that most perps are not olympic track stars with a knife, the 1.5 second rule still exists in their training routines. Don't believe everything that Joe Badazz tells you on YouTube....... Many Joes have totally misinterpreted the Rule for their own benefit while in front of their home camera. And for another fact, a bear will cover the distance far faster than will 99.9% of all "well-trained and speedy" criminals with a knife will. On that we can agree. "No need to be that accurate..." Tell that to a police officer who has had to utilize the training and his service hand gun to thwart an inherent danger coming at him. -BCB
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I agree with bcb the 21' rule is a guideline. You have to take in the totality of all the circumstances. We run the drill with the students all the time just so they can see how fast the general times are for 21'. You can quickly walk it in 2.5.
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The YouTube comment was tongue in cheek. I agree that you shouldn't believe everything on the internet, and for that matter anything that gets posted on a forum...this thread included.
I agree that the 21' rule is a guideline, especially since it doesn't take into account the amount of time to process the shock/surprise and identify the threat before moving into action and drawing your pistol. Moreover, Bears will cover 2x distance (approx. 43') in same 1 second (30mph). Even if you do everything right, very few people can even clear their holster in 1 second. The entire purpose of my reference to any of this is that any bear attack in which you are charged most likely will end with your shooting occurring either very close or point blank if you even get your gun out. The 21' guideline was something most people have heard of and can get their head around, and it represents a similar situation where the assailant is rapidly closing the gap. The vast majority of hunters/gun owners have never practiced speed shooting drills or drawing from their holster, unless they have been active participant in IDPA, USPSA, or quick draw cowboy action. Final thoughts - if you start drawing your gun when bear is 25 yards away then you might get 1-2 shots at point blank. As pointed out by others...Bear usually wins. Enough Said... Last edited by Oso Polaris; 09-27-2019 at 04:10 PM. |
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Boy, howdy......... I sure hope that bears don't start watching YouTube videos and discover all of our secrets. No one will be safe........
-BCB
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A few years ago I read where the 25 ACP is the perfect bear gun. Always take a "friend" and a 25 ACP with you for extra safety in bear country. If necessary to avoid a bear attack, shoot the "friend" in the kneecap with the 25 ACP and then run like h3ll. -BCB
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