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Thanks for the repost Paul! Robertyoho.substack.com.

Violence is not going to help except as a last measure in extremis. See this draft https://robertyoho.substack.com/p/f89e735a-0f45-41c9-8714-9a99c8c0f818

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Good Day to you, Dr Yoho, Concerning what you State about KYDEX Holsters is as far as I know is incorrect. I have a custom made KYDEX Holster . They hold the gun in place by pressure, I’ve never heard any “Click” additionally KYDEX is a Thermoplastic, very hard and for many it’s extremely uncomfortable to use, as it digs- pinching one’s waist, especially when sitting & moving around. There’s IWB holster called “Sticky Holsters “ They are incredibly soft and hold one’s pistol with pressure, covering the trigger, same as KYDEX. Some people don’t like a gun inside the waist, usually the ones with little experience. As long as the trigger is covered, unless one is really Dumb or using an ill maintained or damaged weapon, It’s almost impossible for it to fire in the waist Even 9111 Style Always cocked & locked. 30 + years of experience W Concealed Carry 0 “Accidents”

For people who ALWAYS have a pistol and Never Leave Home with out it, it’s the best option at least for me & many other’s. Plus they are MUCH less expensive than KYDEX, even when made custom. Hope this helps.

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Love my sticky holster!

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Just subscribed!

Waiting for LASD to tell me if I get to have an appointment with an investigator -- or not. When SCOTUS ruled in the NYC case, Bonta went bonkers...insisting he was going to make it harder for us to get the CCW permits. They're predators. They think we're okay being prey. Nope!

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Very good post. Some additional information. Buy insurance, it's inexpensive and pays for legal fees. Everyone who carries needs insurance

to protect against aggressive DA's. The Soros elected DA will prosecute everytime no matter the circumstances.

There are places that teach not only gun handling but tactical training, especially simulation practice. This is invaluable. You'll soon learn you knew nothing with just range practice. Learning how to, draw, read the situation, and expert gun handling are the most important.

Finally, please visit https://lawofselfdefense.com/about

Attorney Andrew F. Branca is an expert self defense lawyer and if anything else please, please get his inexpensive book on gun law. Please believe me when I tell you that what you think about logical laws is not the case. There are some very important information to keep you out of trouble, even if it is a fist fight, you can go to jail if you don't follow some important rules. Follow up if you have guestions. Phil

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USCCA is great insurance. & they also have plenty of self defense training tools available. Ongoing training is a must and should never be taken for granted.

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I saw your profile. Hyperbaric medicine is of interest to me. My sister in law uses it for Lyme and it helps. Im interested in deep body trauma for a bike/car accident with nerve damage. Does that work for such injuries?

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It depends on your diagnosis, what type of injuries you had. There are a private hyperbaric clinics which do off label therapy for a variety of problems. Nerve damage may respond to HBOT but it depends on the underlying cause. Our facility participated in research with the VA and USF treating combat troops who suffered TBI & spinal cord injuries with HBO. Results were disappointing as far as treating neurological damage.

Clinical hyperbaric therapy requires a referral from your physician for an evaluation by a Dr certified in hyperbaric medicine. Check with the Wound & hyperbaric centers in your area. HBO is used to treat crush injuries in the acute phase, is very beneficial for chronic, non healing wounds and diabetic foot ulcers due to vascular disease and as these patients do regain some nerve sensation they lost due to neuropathy.

Hope this helps.

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Not sure why this issue is posted here, but I do holistic healing for almost everything. Homeopathy is great for Lyme and many injuries. Have used it successfully for nerve injury in several cases and for Lyme. You do need to work with a skilled homeopath as your case will not be a simple acute for self-treatment. I also use Low level laser (cold laser) for Lyme and numerous other conditions. Nutrition is also a key component for healing and it needs to be taken very seriously which most people do not, eating highly inflammatory diets which no consciousness of the damage they do and how it slows/prevents healing. I have no experience with hyperbaric treatments but they do have a very good reputation.

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Yes, it went off topic here but good advice as well. As for covid or any other viral or bacterial infection eating a high inflammatory diet is fuel on the fire. Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy is non invasive, and beneficial for treating a variety of things. Iv'e heard of it being used in treating covid with some positive outcomes. I'm no longer in the field but am trying to find practitioners who have used it in treating Covid acute or long haul.

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This is a great post.

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Sorry but I wouldn't suggest a beginner with firearms start with an auto. I have hours with handguns etc. and a CCW in two states. Who says revolvers are less reliable and less reliable for what? I carry a hammerless Smith and wouldn't go out with anything larger. We call them the "telephone booth guns "but somehow since I am not trained in armed conflict I personally would avoid shooting at someone on the run or at someone beating up someone else. I really should only use a firearm for personal defense.

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Do tell, why would U not recommended a beginner not to use an “Automatic” ?

Based upon what? Did you know there’s 3 types of “Automatics” Double Action Only, Mostly Striker Fired Guns, then there’s Double/Single- Usually Hammer Fired where the first trigger pull is usually Extremely Hard , 2nd is 1/2 or less than the first- Then there’s Single action Only- Most often 1911-2111 Style when the hammer must be Cocked in order to fire. To carry it needs to be “Cocked & Locked “ Revolver’s often than not have hard trigger pull’s. It’s a MASSIVE disadvantage for a beginner as Cavitation of the gun WILL occur ( Twisting-one Side or another) good luck hitting anything,& if one’s life depends on how accurate one is- Oops!

In addition to being bulky there’s just 2 many reasons for a beginner NOT to start W a Wheel Gun- I could go into much greater detail , but don’t have the time now. One more thing, new “Automatic’s “ are generally extremely safe even WO any “safety” unless the person is not too bright, inept or just plain stupid. Call things like they are- People have started act like little kids, getting offended by EVERY LITTLE THING! Mabey they should call MOMMY!

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Good points and I am clearly not up to date. I'm commenting because like other things in life one has to assume people might just be not too bright, inept, or just plain stupid. L OL

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I'll take the "wheel gun" every time! At least for concealed carry.

But you should have never laid your rifle down!

"Pistols are only good for fighting your way to your rifle."

Of course it isn't practical for you to carry it everywhere with you.

But that doesn't mean you don't have it locked in a suitably constructed box in the trunk of your JEEP.

M92 Zastava

https://i.imgur.com/VxCl2Ci.jpg

NEVER LEAVE HOME WITHOUT IT

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Thank you for sharing. Great advice! My husband is a small arms instructor so I’ve been schooled extensively. For concealed carry I personally like my “belly band” which holsters my personal favorite Glock 43 comfortably, an extra clip, a pocket for pepper spray or phone. If I don’t want to carry that much gear I use my Sticky holster, very soft and comfortable and sits inside of my waistband. I’m petite so these also work best for my physique for concealment.

A dry fire laser training target system such as i target pro is a great way to train at home. Good to use for developing muscle memory and target accuracy. Ammo is sometimes scarce and pricey so it helps offset the training costs. Laws dictate storing your firearms in a safe if you have children in the home. Many aren’t comfortable carrying with a round in the chamber but it is strongly advised if you carry for self defense because in a split second when you need to defend yourself doing that extra step can cost you your life if you don’t.

We also have USCCA insurance that provides legal assistance in the event you have to defend your self with a firearm plus loads of training opportunities, support and references.

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If there’s not a round in the chamber = DEATH. It’s not the movie’s where the gun always must make some kind of “sound” and the protagonist of course ALWAYS has time to rack the slide. It’s REAL LIFE & just a fraction of a second is life or death in a self defense situation. It’s quite sad just how far away from reality many people have gone, instead choosing to believe the latest “NOISE” heard on some Network “News” program. Or worse yet, a big mouth celebrity idiot , towing the “Mainstream” view.

Have a nice day & DO NOT SEE SOMETHING OR SAY ANYTHING- Stazi Germany comes to mind- With this so called “safety program “ See Something, Say Something- Soon they’re going to offer $ , if they aren’t already. Ya, good idea- SPY ON YOUR NEIGHBOR- Truly “All American” ------SICKNESS!

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I would like to add that for the ladies here that I'm not comfortable carrying my firearm in a concealed carry hand bag for fear of a snatch and grab purse snatcher. God forbid.

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Fantastic advice. Thank you!

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Very good info, sadly IMO, we have lost young kids because they are curious then go to a friend's house to play and find their friends parents gun not ever handled one and there you have it. Even this basic info you have provided is so helpful for people, they don't need to fear it. Used for protection, very good to have because it can save a life. If someone is breaking into your house and intend to harm you, you will not always have time for police to arrive.

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Thanks!

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Thanks!

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I just subscribed to Yoho, MD. Thank you Brother Paul Alexander, MD!

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