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Max Talk 33: The Tactical Reload

Monday, August 12th, 2019

This is the thirty third installment of ‘Max Talk Monday’ which shares select episodes from a series of instructional videos. Max Velocity Tactical (MVT) has established a reputation on the leading edge of tactical live fire and force on force training. MVT is dedicated to developing and training tactical excellence at the individual and team level.

The Tactical Reload is an important weapon manipulation for combat. This video explains the method, context, tactical considerations, and options when it comes to the Tactical Reload. Solid weapon manipulation skills are important in a tactical context, allowing you to focus on situational awareness, rather than being sucked into trying to keep your rifle running.

Do not confuse tactical cool-guy shooting with real tactical context. Train to win the fight!

This is the fourth installment of ‘Max Talk Monday’ which shares select episodes from a series of instructional videos. Max Velocity Tactical (MVT) has established a reputation on the leading edge of tactical live fire and force on force training. MVT is dedicated to developing and training tactical excellence at the individual and team level.

Max is a tactical trainer and author, a lifelong professional soldier with extensive military experience. He served with British Special Operations Forces, both enlisted and as a commissioned officer; a graduate of the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst. Max served on numerous operational deployments, and also served as a recruit instructor. Max spent five years serving as a paramilitary contractor in both Iraq and Afghanistan; the latter two years working for the British Government in Helmand Province, Afghanistan.

Website: Max Velocity Tactical

YouTube: Max Velocity Tactical

Sneak Peek – Armor Training Plates From MD-Textil

Sunday, August 11th, 2019

Germany-based MD-Textil plans to offer a new armor training plate that beats the same old rubber coated steel that seems to flood the market.

Made in the UK, these multi-shape plates are SAPI cut (250 x 300mm) and weigh 3,2 kg per plate / 6,4 kg the pair. They feature 12mm thick neoprene coating and priced per set at 90 €.

Sweet Sweet, Memories You Gave To Me

Thursday, August 8th, 2019

I grew up with this thing, but with the release of TC 3-20.40, Training and Qualification, Individual Weapons, it’s a dinosaur.

Introducing Crucible Consulting LLC

Monday, August 5th, 2019

We are pleased to announce the public introduction of Crucible Consulting LLC.

Crucible Consulting is a full service consulting and training firm focused on providing experience-based solutions.   Founded by Daniel Bales, James Davis and Timothy Braginton; Crucible Consulting is dedicated to developing quality-training solutions that meet the individualized needs of our clientele.  All three founders are full time law enforcement officers at a large metropolitan agency in Northern Nevada.   With over 25 years of combined Law Enforcement experience, our staff has worked, and is actively working, in many aspects of law enforcement.  Crucible Consulting will rely upon the vast and varied experience of its founders to provide clients with unified, dedicated, and proven training solutions.

Crucible Consulting’s experience with both the development and practical application of customized training solutions uniquely positions us to provide our clients with consultation services.  We are able to evaluate and offer solutions for existing training, equipment and policy.

Crucible Consulting is currently engaged in corporate contract work and private lessons.  

Look for more information regarding open enrollment courses offered by Crucible Consulting in the coming months.  In the meantime please visit us at: www.crucibleconsulting.us or reach out us via email:

daniel@crucibleconsulting.us

jim@crucibleconsulting.us

tim@crucibleconsulting.us

Max Talk 32: Highlights from the Texas Class 2019

Monday, August 5th, 2019

This is the thirty-second installment of ‘Max Talk Monday’ which shares select episodes from a series of instructional videos. Max Velocity Tactical (MVT) has established a reputation on the leading edge of tactical live fire and force on force training. MVT is dedicated to developing and training tactical excellence at the individual and team level.

This week’s video is a compilation from the Texas Class 2019. This is an annual class open to all MVT alumni.

More of these instructional videos can be found by subscribing to the Max Velocity Tactical YouTube Channel.

Detailed explanations can be found in the MVT Tactical Manual: Small Unit Tactics.

Max is a tactical trainer and author, a lifelong professional soldier with extensive military experience. Both enlisted and commissioned (via the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst) into the elite Parachute Regiment, Max served in the British Army equivalent of US Special Operations Forces: The Parachute Regiment maintains a battalion (1 PARA) under Director Special Forces as part of the SFSG, with 2 and 3 PARA additionally serving in the UK’s elite Rapid Response Force. Max served on numerous operational tours (known as combat deployments in the US), and also served as a recruit instructor at the PARA Training Depot. Max spent a further five years working operationally as a paramilitary contractor in both Iraq and Afghanistan; the latter two years working for the British Government in Helmand Province.

Max has been running Max Velocity Tactical (MVT) since 2013. MVT has established a reputation on the leading edge of tactical live fire and force on force training, specializing in teaching Small Unit Tactics. MVT is dedicated to developing and training tactical excellence at the individual and team level. MVT operates the Velocity Training Center (VTC) tactical and leadership training facility near to Romney, West Virginia. MVT classes utilize professional combat marksmanship, tactical and leadership training, in order to develop situational awareness, teamwork, leadership, decision making and communication.

Website: Max Velocity Tactical

YouTube: Max Velocity Tactical

Excellence in Tactical Training.

Freedom Shooting Center to Celebrate National Shooting Sports Month

Monday, August 5th, 2019

Virginia Beach, VA – Freedom Shooting Center today announced its involvement in National Shooting Sports Month, in partnership with the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF).

Created to encourage participation in the shooting sports and emphasize firearms safety, National Shooting Sports Month will take place throughout the month of August.

“We are truly excited to see NSSF promoting National Shooting Sports Month,” said Carlo Galinato of Freedom Shooting Center.. “This is the perfect incentive for our regular customers to introduce someone new to the sports they enjoy and for those who haven’t been out target shooting lately to get back out there for some practice. We’re also offering great discounts on gear in the pro shop. So if you’re a fan of the shooting sports or just want to give target shooting a try, come visit us to see what we have to offer.”

“Last year’s National Shooting Sports Month was a tremendous success, thanks to hundreds of ranges and retailers across the country reminding people about the fun and excitement of target shooting,” said Zach Snow, NSSF Director, Retail & Range Business Development. “We’re thrilled to have Freedom Shooting Center join in continuing the celebration of the shooting sports this year.”

Whether you’re an experienced target shooter, a hunter or a person just becoming interested in acquiring your first firearm and learning how to shoot, NSSF invites you to head out to the range during National Shooting Sports Month so you can improve your shooting and firearm safety skills.

Visit letsgoshooting.org to learn more.

Be sure to “Like” NSSF’s Facebook page to see how others across the country are celebrating this special event. NSSF and Freedom Shooting Center encourage you to share your National Shooting Sports Month experience on social media and to use the hashtag #LetsGoShooting.

Kyle Defoor’s Kit

Saturday, August 3rd, 2019

Former SEAL and Tactical Trainer Kyle Defoor on his Equipment:

Interest in my gear seems to be at an all time high. Here is all that I own, use and the whys;

1) Crye JPC- used for military and LE SWAT contracts when students are in full kit. Almost exact replica of how I wore my stuff when I was active.

2) Vortex Guide Binopack. Made by Alaskan Guide Creations. I added two Crye pouches to hold water bottles. I use this for military lane grader and recce FTXs and when I hunt on my own.

3) Crye Range Belt with Safariland UBL plate and HSG mag pouches. Used for military and LE contracts when students are in full kit and also in any class where cold or heavy rain is happening. I can easily switch from ALS to SLS depending on the unit’s setup.

4) Crye chest rig. Used for all military recce classes as well as any military or LE class when traveling with armor plates is not conducive. An almost exact replica of what I wore in Aghanistan as a recce operator.

5) MICH-2001 helmet. My original helmet. Yes it’s heavy as fuck and there are better options currently available but I’m too lazy to buy new plus this has some sentimental value. Used for military and LE NOD classes.

6) Tenicor Velo. Used for almost all OE pistol classes and all military low vis classes.

7) Tenicor Certum. Used for all military and government concealed/low vis contracts where AIWB isn’t authorized by the unit.

8) Tenicor ARX LUX. Used for military and LE contracts where OWB is used exclusively. Conveniently works with or without light.

Hot Off The Press – TC 3-20.40, Training and Qualification, Individual Weapons

Wednesday, July 31st, 2019

The Army has just published TC 3-20.40, Training and Qualification, Individual Weapons, dated 30 JUL 2019 to APD.

If you’re a Soldier, read it. One important note for everyone; you will require a barricade for the new qualification. A diagram is on page 99. Range Control will need to provide these. They received money to create them a while back. Only some installations have accomplished this task. Make sure yours does soon.

Thanks Ash!