Defensive Handgun: Skill Before Speed and Judgment Before Force is built around a simple idea: carrying a handgun for personal protection is not primarily about shooting faster. It is about developing the judgment, awareness, discipline, and skill to make good decisions before, during, and after a dangerous encounter.
Drawing on decades of training experience, David Burnell examines the defensive handgun as part of a larger personal-protection system. The book addresses situational awareness, avoidance, de-escalation, safe handling, practical training, decision-making under stress, equipment considerations, and the responsibilities that come with choosing a firearm for defensive purposes.
The emphasis throughout is on skill before speed and judgment before force. Technical ability matters, but it must be supported by sound thinking, realistic preparation, restraint, and an understanding of the serious consequences that can follow the use of force. The goal is not to create fear or encourage confrontation, but to help responsible gun owners become more capable, disciplined, and thoughtful.
Whether you are new to defensive handgun training or already have years of experience, this book provides a framework for approaching armed self-defense with greater clarity, responsibility, and purpose.
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