Semi Auto Training Manual

Learning to shoot a semi auto handgun can be placed into two categories

1. Semi auto Handgun operation 2. Semi auto shooting skills Handgun Operation

1. Basic operation skills • Disassemble for clean and identify major operating parts • Cleaning tips • Reassemble and check for operation • Identify Handgun function levers as applicable • Loading and unloading • Grip • Slide operation

• Loading from a slide forward condition • Loading from a slide back condition • Empty loaded gun and make safe • Recognize and clear failure to fire malfunction

2. Function levers Include • Safeties •

Chamber loaded indicators Slide lock back and release

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Magazine release

Loaded chamber indicator De-cocker if applicable

3. Semi Auto Grip

• Two handed Grip • One handed Grip

• Weaver stance slide grip • Isosceles stance Slide grip • Limp wrist crip