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TXGunNut · May 15, 2010, 05:49 PM

Last qualification course I fired I could have passed blindfolded, nothing past 15 yds and almost any hit on a silhouette was full value, IIRC. It's rumored that some instructors did fire it blindfolded. I suspect your PD's standards have been lowered as well.
Qualifications isn't training. If done properly done it can indicate a need for additional training. It should also demonstrate proficiency and give officers confidence in their weapons skills. JMHO, of course, and quite obviously opinions not shared by your department. It used to amaze me that some departments budget 300 rds per rookie officer for firearms training in the academy.
Seems to me, kokopelli, you are responsible for your own firearms training. Find another like-minded officer or two and practice on your own. Getting involved in IDPA, PPC or similar competition is a good idea as well.

May 15, 2010, 05:49 PM	#7
TXGunNut Senior Member Join Date: January 16, 2010 Location: If you have to ask... Posts: 2,860	Last qualification course I fired I could have passed blindfolded, nothing past 15 yds and almost any hit on a silhouette was full value, IIRC. It's rumored that some instructors did fire it blindfolded. I suspect your PD's standards have been lowered as well. Qualifications isn't training. If done properly done it can indicate a need for additional training. It should also demonstrate proficiency and give officers confidence in their weapons skills. JMHO, of course, and quite obviously opinions not shared by your department. It used to amaze me that some departments budget 300 rds per rookie officer for firearms training in the academy. Seems to me, kokopelli, you are responsible for your own firearms training. Find another like-minded officer or two and practice on your own. Getting involved in IDPA, PPC or similar competition is a good idea as well. __________________ Life Member NRA, TSRA Smokeless powder is a passing fad! -Steve Garbe I hate rude behavior in a man. I won't tolerate it. -Woodrow F. Call Lonesome Dove My favorite recipes start out with a handful of used wheelweights.