The guys are joined by Tyler (Steel Challenge Grand Master class shooter and USPSA Carry Optics Master class shooter) where they talk about competition shooting, why it is beneficial to new shooters, and how you can sign up for your first match. Here's some helpful links and contact methods that are discussed in the episode: BuildingTheBasics Instagram Page https://www.instagram.com/buildingthebasicspodcast/ BuildingTheBasics email address [email protected] Tyler's Instagram Page https://www.instagram.com/off.the.draw/ Tyler's YouTube video on starting Steel Challenge https://youtu.be/JmcmZ7DqvNQ PractiScore https://practiscore.com/dashboard/home USPSA https://uspsa.org/ Steel Challenge https://scsa.org/ PCSL https://www.pcsleague.us/ IDPA https://www.idpa.com/ Items that are desired for your first match - Range bag/backpack - Eye protection - Ear protection - Firearm - Magazine - Gun belt - Bring handgun hard case/soft case if you need to bag it up for a reason - Ammo - Cart to bring snacks/water (or put in bag) - Little chair if you want - Lubrication for your gun - Wire brush for cleaning out mags between stages

The guys talk about home defense considerations and their own approaches to firearm platform for use inside of the home. Links to topics noted during the episode are below: Suggested book to read:The Law of Self Defense: The Indispensable Guide to the Armed Citizen: Andrew F. Branca, Massad Ayoob Ballistics videos:Ballistic Myths - Handgun, AR-15, and Shotgun Wall Penetration, and More | GUNTALK S4 Ep 3, Pt 1

Ballistic Myths - Handgun, AR-15, and Shotgun Wall Penetration, and More | GUNTALK S4 Ep3 Pt 2 Ballistic Myths - Handgun, AR-15, and Shotgun Wall Penetration, and More | GUNTALK S4 Ep3 Pt 3 Ballistic Myths - Handgun, AR-15, and Shotgun Wall Penetration, and More | GUNTALK S4 Ep3 Pt 4 How Many Houses Will A Bullet Actually Go Through??? Home Defense: Over Penetration Through Walls Alarms and Cameras:Simplisafe ADT Alarm System Ring doorbell cameras Gun staging options:Vara safety Vaultek Stopbox Search for Training:https://www.shootingclasses.com/ To submit feedback:Email us at: [email protected] DM us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buildingthebasicspodcast

We are joined by Dave G this episode to discuss topics first time buyers should cover when visiting a gun store for the first time. Dave is a local gun store associate who has years of experience in retail. Topics covered in this episode include pricing, new vs used guns, recommendations for first gun, and more.

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We know that there are many variables in making a firearms purchase decision. In this episode, we are looking to cover high-level topics that will get you thinking about your personal situation and why you'd want to purchase a firearm. The goal is to allow you to go into your local gun store and have a productive conversation with the sales person behind the counter. This is meant to be a very general overview and we will get into specifics of platforms and use cases in future episodes.

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