self defense gun books??

wf1989 · January 30, 2016, 08:09 PM

Ive got several books on the subject ,so far ive got the book of two guns,green eyes black rifles,stayin the fight . Im looking for something covering pistol and carbine handling,mindset etc. .i was looking at getting both "farnams method of defensive pistol" and "farnams method of defensive rifle" or combative fundamentals by jeff gonzales. I already know books dont replace live instruction but im looking for more reading material

**4V50 Gary** · January 30, 2016, 08:17 PM

Hit or Myth by Awerbuck
On Combat by David Grossman
Warrior Mindset

pax · January 30, 2016, 11:12 PM

Here are some great lists of recommended reading material -- more books than you're likely to read in a year!

List of books recommended by firearms trainer Greg Ellifritz

List of books recommended by self defense instructor Rory Miller

My own list of recommended books needs to be updated, but here it is.

Enjoy!

pax

**4V50 Gary** · January 31, 2016, 12:23 AM

Fry the Brain was on a list. I enjoyed that book and there may have been one mistake in it.

wf1989 · January 31, 2016, 04:37 AM

How about books on marksmanship too??

Tactical Jackalope · February 2, 2016, 02:21 PM

Force Decisions by Rory Miller

357 Python · February 2, 2016, 05:03 PM

There are several good books and videos from Massad Ayoob. I have a few and can say he is no nonsense. Most of his books deal with handguns, shotguns and the legal system. Being a retired police Captain I imagine he has seen more than we can even think of. Check him out.

wf1989 · February 3, 2016, 08:49 AM

Ayoob has alot of books,where should i start?

pax · February 3, 2016, 10:35 AM

With Ayoob, start with Deadly Force - Understanding Your Right to Self Defense.

Add the Gun Digest Book of Concealed Carry.

pax

wizrd · February 3, 2016, 10:36 AM

" Guns, Bullets & Gunfights, Tales from a Modern Day Gunfighter " -- by Jim Cirillo, a highly decorated NYPD officer, who worked in a special detail, and had the dubious honor of bieng in the most gunfights in the NYPD. A great book.

Dusty Rivers · February 3, 2016, 11:08 AM

really good read! Between him and Pax you can learn the right frame of mind and the proven best actions based on actual events. "Nothing is Everything, but everything is something"

http://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/201...nicles-part-i/

AZ-Quailhunter · February 13, 2016, 02:48 PM

My favorite 3 are:

Armed Response by David Kenik
The Perfect Pistol Shot by Albert League
Surgical Speed Shooting by Andy Stanford

And another good one is Gun Digest Shooters Guide to Handgun Marksmanship
by Peter Lessler.

wf1989 · February 13, 2016, 03:06 PM

Hows the "perfect shot"?seen it on amazon but never really looked into buying it

Jeff22 · February 28, 2016, 12:42 AM

RECOMMENDED READING FOR THE ARMED CITIZEN:

THE STREET-SMART GUN BOOK by John. S. Farnam

THE FARNAM METHOD OF DEFENSIVE HANDGUNNING
by John. S. Farnam

THE FARNAM METHOD OF DEFENSIVE SHOTGUN & RIFLE SHOOTING
by John S. Farnam
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IN THE GRAVEST EXTREME: THE ROLE OF THE FIREARM IN PERSONAL PROTECTION (1980) by Massad F. Ayoob

THE TRUTH ABOUT SELF PROTECTION (1984) by Massad F. Ayoob

THE GUN DIGEST BOOK OF COMBAT HANDGUNNERY (5th edition 2002) and (6th edition 2007) by Massad F. Ayoob

THE GUN DIGEST BOOK OF CONCEALED CARRY (1st edition 2008) by
Massad F. Ayoob

STRESSFIRE (1984) by Massad Ayoob

STRESSFIRE II: Advanced Combat Shotgun (1982) by Massad F. Ayoob

THE SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL IN POLICE SERVICE AND SELF DEFENSE (1988)
By Massad F. Ayoob
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IN SELF DEFENSE by Mike Izumi
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ARMED RESPONSE by David S. Kenik
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THE LAW OF SELF DEFENSE: A GUIDE FOR THE ARMED CITIZEN by Andrew F. Branca
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FIGHTING SMARTER by Tom Givens

SURVIVAL SHOOTING by Tom Givens
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DEFENSIVE USE OF FIREARMS by Stephen P. Wenger
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------CONCEALED CARRY FUNDAMENTALS by Michael Martin (2010)
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DEFENSIVE HANDGUNNING: A Treatise on Handgun Carry and Use
By Glenn Rehberg (2007) (Rehberg works for the Wis Dept of Justice)
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------THE CONCEALED CARRY SURVIVAL GUIDE by Bill Murphy, Eric Magness,
John Thomas Design and Michael S. Carona (2007)
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------UNDERSTANDING THE USE OF HANDGUNS FOR SELF DEFENSE by David Nash (2011)

This is a pretty comprehensive list but I haven't updated it since late 2011 either so that's a project for me to do sometime soon

dannyb · February 28, 2016, 09:56 AM

I have the books by Massad Ayoob that were written in the 1980s. Although some of the fundamental information is timeless, a lot of the information that centers around technology is outdated. Other than strictly technical books about firearms that you own or plan to own, I wouldn't bother with any book that has a copyright date before 2000, and probably more like 2008.

BigJimP · February 28, 2016, 06:50 PM

Combat handgunnery would be my 1st recommended book.

MINSH101 · March 28, 2016, 02:07 AM

In the event you, or someone reading this, needs something pertaining to revolvers Grant Cunningham is a reliable source for all things revolvers.

g.willikers · March 28, 2016, 07:29 AM

Ben Branam's podcasts have a lot of good stuff:
http://modernselfprotection.com/

boatdoc173 · March 28, 2016, 07:50 AM

AZ quailhunter has MY list--LOL+ I have a few Ayoob books too

the45er · April 1, 2016, 09:41 AM

In the Gravest Extreme by Massad Ayoob.

flyer898 · June 26, 2016, 10:58 PM

Ed McGivern's Book of Fast and Fancy Revolver Shooting has a place in the library of anyone who wants to be proficient with a revolver - he writes about shooting fast and accurately. He still holds the record of 5 shots in .4 seconds from a Smith & Wesson Revolver with a group at seven-yards that could be covered with a man's hand. He does not talk about tactics or gunfighting, but what he has to say about how to shoot a revolver is priceless.

johnandersonm777 · June 27, 2016, 03:06 AM

I wanna increase my shooting skills, that's why looking for some helpful books. Thanks to all for sharing your experience.

January 30, 2016, 08:09 PM	#1
wf1989 Junior Member Join Date: January 28, 2016 Posts: 4	self defense gun books?? Ive got several books on the subject ,so far ive got the book of two guns,green eyes black rifles,stayin the fight . Im looking for something covering pistol and carbine handling,mindset etc. .i was looking at getting both "farnams method of defensive pistol" and "farnams method of defensive rifle" or combative fundamentals by jeff gonzales. I already know books dont replace live instruction but im looking for more reading material

January 30, 2016, 08:17 PM	#2
4V50 Gary Staff Join Date: November 2, 1998 Location: Colorado Posts: 21,831	Hit or Myth by Awerbuck On Combat by David Grossman Warrior Mindset __________________ Vigilantibus et non dormientibus jura subveniunt. *Molon Labe!*

January 30, 2016, 11:12 PM	#3
pax Senior Member Join Date: May 16, 2000 Location: In a state of flux Posts: 7,520	Here are some great lists of recommended reading material -- more books than you're likely to read in a year! List of books recommended by firearms trainer Greg Ellifritz List of books recommended by self defense instructor Rory Miller My own list of recommended books needs to be updated, but here it is. Enjoy! pax __________________ Kathy Jackson My personal website: Cornered Cat

January 31, 2016, 12:23 AM	#4
4V50 Gary Staff Join Date: November 2, 1998 Location: Colorado Posts: 21,831	Fry the Brain was on a list. I enjoyed that book and there may have been one mistake in it. __________________ Vigilantibus et non dormientibus jura subveniunt. *Molon Labe!*

February 3, 2016, 10:35 AM	#9
pax Senior Member Join Date: May 16, 2000 Location: In a state of flux Posts: 7,520	With Ayoob, start with Deadly Force - Understanding Your Right to Self Defense. Add the Gun Digest Book of Concealed Carry. pax __________________ Kathy Jackson My personal website: Cornered Cat

January 31, 2016, 04:37 AM	#5
wf1989 Junior Member Join Date: January 28, 2016 Posts: 4	How about books on marksmanship too??

February 2, 2016, 02:21 PM	#6
Tactical Jackalope Senior Member Join Date: December 5, 2010 Location: Miami, Florida Posts: 6,429	Force Decisions by Rory Miller

February 2, 2016, 05:03 PM	#7
357 Python Senior Member Join Date: June 7, 2007 Location: Charlottesville, VA Posts: 941	There are several good books and videos from Massad Ayoob. I have a few and can say he is no nonsense. Most of his books deal with handguns, shotguns and the legal system. Being a retired police Captain I imagine he has seen more than we can even think of. Check him out.

February 3, 2016, 08:49 AM	#8
wf1989 Junior Member Join Date: January 28, 2016 Posts: 4	Ayoob has alot of books,where should i start?

February 3, 2016, 10:36 AM	#10
wizrd Senior Member Join Date: February 26, 2012 Posts: 232	" Guns, Bullets & Gunfights, Tales from a Modern Day Gunfighter " -- by Jim Cirillo, a highly decorated NYPD officer, who worked in a special detail, and had the dubious honor of bieng in the most gunfights in the NYPD. A great book. __________________ Sumo magis ammo

February 3, 2016, 11:08 AM	#11
Dusty Rivers Senior Member Join Date: February 27, 2008 Posts: 235	Link to a 6 part article by Massad really good read! Between him and Pax you can learn the right frame of mind and the proven best actions based on actual events. "Nothing is Everything, but everything is something" http://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/201...nicles-part-i/ __________________ Dusty: I'm kind of a big deal! Rob Pincus follower PDN NRA Lifetime Member, our only voice!

February 13, 2016, 02:48 PM	#12
AZ-Quailhunter Member Join Date: November 23, 2006 Location: Tempe, AZ Posts: 95	My favorite 3 are: Armed Response by David Kenik The Perfect Pistol Shot by Albert League Surgical Speed Shooting by Andy Stanford And another good one is Gun Digest Shooters Guide to Handgun Marksmanship by Peter Lessler.

February 13, 2016, 03:06 PM	#13
wf1989 Junior Member Join Date: January 28, 2016 Posts: 4	Hows the "perfect shot"?seen it on amazon but never really looked into buying it

February 28, 2016, 12:42 AM	#14
Jeff22 Senior Member Join Date: September 15, 2004 Location: Madison, Wisconsin Posts: 715	Books on firearms self defense RECOMMENDED READING FOR THE ARMED CITIZEN: THE STREET-SMART GUN BOOK by John. S. Farnam THE FARNAM METHOD OF DEFENSIVE HANDGUNNING by John. S. Farnam THE FARNAM METHOD OF DEFENSIVE SHOTGUN & RIFLE SHOOTING by John S. Farnam ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- IN THE GRAVEST EXTREME: THE ROLE OF THE FIREARM IN PERSONAL PROTECTION (1980) by Massad F. Ayoob THE TRUTH ABOUT SELF PROTECTION (1984) by Massad F. Ayoob THE GUN DIGEST BOOK OF COMBAT HANDGUNNERY (5th edition 2002) and (6th edition 2007) by Massad F. Ayoob THE GUN DIGEST BOOK OF CONCEALED CARRY (1st edition 2008) by Massad F. Ayoob STRESSFIRE (1984) by Massad Ayoob STRESSFIRE II: Advanced Combat Shotgun (1982) by Massad F. Ayoob THE SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL IN POLICE SERVICE AND SELF DEFENSE (1988) By Massad F. Ayoob ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- IN SELF DEFENSE by Mike Izumi ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ARMED RESPONSE by David S. Kenik ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- THE LAW OF SELF DEFENSE: A GUIDE FOR THE ARMED CITIZEN by Andrew F. Branca ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- FIGHTING SMARTER by Tom Givens SURVIVAL SHOOTING by Tom Givens ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DEFENSIVE USE OF FIREARMS by Stephen P. Wenger ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------CONCEALED CARRY FUNDAMENTALS by Michael Martin (2010) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DEFENSIVE HANDGUNNING: A Treatise on Handgun Carry and Use By Glenn Rehberg (2007) (Rehberg works for the Wis Dept of Justice) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------THE CONCEALED CARRY SURVIVAL GUIDE by Bill Murphy, Eric Magness, John Thomas Design and Michael S. Carona (2007) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------UNDERSTANDING THE USE OF HANDGUNS FOR SELF DEFENSE by David Nash (2011) This is a pretty comprehensive list but I haven't updated it since late 2011 either so that's a project for me to do sometime soon __________________ You can only learn from experience if you pay attention!

February 28, 2016, 09:56 AM	#15
dannyb Senior Member Join Date: June 19, 2008 Location: SE PA Posts: 336	I have the books by Massad Ayoob that were written in the 1980s. Although some of the fundamental information is timeless, a lot of the information that centers around technology is outdated. Other than strictly technical books about firearms that you own or plan to own, I wouldn't bother with any book that has a copyright date before 2000, and probably more like 2008. __________________ Moron Lave (send a Congressman through the car wash)

February 28, 2016, 06:50 PM	#16
BigJimP Senior Member Join Date: February 23, 2005 Posts: 13,195	Combat handgunnery would be my 1st recommended book.

March 28, 2016, 02:07 AM	#17
MINSH101 Member Join Date: September 8, 2015 Location: Washington State Posts: 63	In the event you, or someone reading this, needs something pertaining to revolvers Grant Cunningham is a reliable source for all things revolvers.

March 28, 2016, 07:29 AM	#18
g.willikers Senior Member Join Date: September 28, 2008 Posts: 10,442	Ben Branam's podcasts have a lot of good stuff: http://modernselfprotection.com/ __________________ Walt Kelly, alias Pogo, sez: “Don't take life so serious, son, it ain't nohow permanent.”

March 28, 2016, 07:50 AM	#19
boatdoc173 Senior Member Join Date: July 2, 2015 Location: southern Ct Posts: 194	AZ quailhunter has MY list--LOL+ I have a few Ayoob books too

April 1, 2016, 09:41 AM	#20
the45er Senior Member Join Date: July 10, 2008 Location: The mini-hill country of Texas Posts: 254	Start with a book on gun laws in your state, then read...... *In the Gravest Extreme* by Massad Ayoob.

June 26, 2016, 10:58 PM	#21
flyer898 Member Join Date: May 15, 2013 Posts: 35	Ed McGivern's Book of Fast and Fancy Revolver Shooting has a place in the library of anyone who wants to be proficient with a revolver - he writes about shooting fast and accurately. He still holds the record of 5 shots in .4 seconds from a Smith & Wesson Revolver with a group at seven-yards that could be covered with a man's hand. He does not talk about tactics or gunfighting, but what he has to say about how to shoot a revolver is priceless.

June 27, 2016, 03:06 AM	#22
johnandersonm777 Junior Member Join Date: June 23, 2016 Location: California Posts: 10	I wanna increase my shooting skills, that's why looking for some helpful books. Thanks to all for sharing your experience.