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Shooting Training and Optics Discussion

The hosts announced upcoming training events in Texas and Nevada, promoting classes in pistol and rifle fundamentals. They discussed the benefits of using optics like the EOTech for better visibility and accuracy, especially for those with aging eyes or vision issues.

The conversation touched on personal experiences with shooting and the advantages of using modern sights compared to traditional iron sights.

EOTech Optics Vision Issues

The discussion centered around the use of EOTech optics, particularly a story about a military language specialist with macular degeneration who qualified with an M4 rifle using an EOTech HWS, demonstrating how the optic improved her vision enough to pass qualification. 

Brand Loyalty and Wildlife Safety

The discussion focused on the decline of brand loyalty in the shooting sports industry due to corporate consolidations, with dad expressing concern about companies being bought up and then discarded.

The conversation then shifted to a story about Cornell University students in New York who killed and brought a bear into their dorm for processing, which led to a discussion about proper wildlife handling and safety protocols.

Crime and Law Enforcement Challenges

Recent incidents of violent crime in New York and Chicago, highlighting how repeat offenders continue to commit crimes despite numerous arrests. They emphasized that progressive policies, such as no-bail laws and criticism of the police, may be contributing to increased violence, while lawful citizens are increasingly forced to defend themselves.

TOPICS COVERED THIS EPISODE

• Huge thanks to our Partners: EOTech | Spike’s Tactical
• TEXAS and Nevada Classes 
  • P201 Martial Application of the Pistol in Texas
  • P301 Advanced Martial Application of the Pistol in Texas
  • R201 Martial Application of the Rifle
• [0:12:35] EOTech Talk - EOTechInc.com
  • TOPIC: EOTech and Aging Eyes
• [0:37:02] Warrior of the Week - James Yeager’s “Virtues of a Warrior”
  • TOPIC: Bear Hunters www.wate.com
• [0:46:55] SOTG Homeroom - SOTG University
  • TOPIC: Citizen does Job of Chicago Justice System www.shootingnewsweekly.com