Dr. Piazza, I was recently asked why I carry weapons (straight-edged blade and a Glock 19) on my person by a friend. He said: “You’re big enough and trained to defend yourself from an attacker, so why do you find it necessary to be armed at all times?” I tried to explain, but he retaliated […]
January 14th, 2009 Permalink
If you have not seen the video tape of a Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) Cop who, while a man was lying face down being handcuffed, shot him in the back, then here it is: Click here if the video does not load for you. This will open the video on your own computer. Clearly, […]
January 12th, 2009 Permalink
Dear Doc Piazza, Let me begin with just how much I have enjoyed and learned (review) from the series of emails I have received. In my youth, back in the day, I was a police officer. I left the streets some 20+ years ago. With some of life’s changes I now find myself in a […]
January 11th, 2009 Permalink
Dr. Piazza, I so appreciate FrontSight and what it has already taught me. I didn’t know what I didn’t know. I look forward to my next class in March 2009. I came across this article the other day, and I thought I would send it to you. It was written anonymously. Why I Carry a […]
January 9th, 2009 Permalink
Great video, Dr. Piazza!! Thanks for sharing that video! Ballsy to fake a heart attack as a diversion, I have had that same idea before as well. I also would be inclined to throw my car keys at a perp’s face to buy myself a moment to draw my own weapon if necessary. Lots of […]
January 8th, 2009 Permalink
Dear Dr. Piazza, Thank you for your generous gun training reports! After a long time away from guns, I am introducing my husband to the sport and to the use of guns in self defense. We unfortunately see an urgent need to become proficient with handgun and rifle in urban and rural settings. We have […]
January 7th, 2009 Permalink
Dear Dr. Piazza, I have just watched the video “An Interview with a Gunfighter” that was absolutely brilliant. If I had the pleasure of ever meeting this gentleman, I would firstly introduce myself and then shake his hand. He should be proud of what he has had to endure and go through. Nobody deserves to […]
January 7th, 2009 Permalink
Dr. Piazza First off – WOW! I am amazed at how all the pieces (of preparedness) fell into place for this man. How long had he been carrying for protection of himself and family and at age 70 had the weapon available at the crucial time? I hurt for the man for having to experience […]
January 6th, 2009 Permalink
Although I would not recommend that you ever sit down for an interview with the news media after killing two armed home invaders, the following unedited news video will teach you many important lessons. The most important lessons you will glean from this personal, lethal encounter report include: Mindset is everything. (Note what he said […]
January 5th, 2009 Permalink
Dr. Piazza, Thank you for the excellent “newsletter” and the creation of an amazing website and training facility. I have been a police officer now for 30 years with involvment in Emergency Response Team(SWAT) and Police Sharpshooter(sniper) duties. I look forward to seeing your newletter series and participating in some of your training sessions in […]
January 4th, 2009 Permalink
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