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    • Home
    • Basic Firearms
    • CCW
    • Online CCW
    • Non-Resident CCW
    • Calendar
    • MORE COURSES
      • Ladies Only!
      • Emergency First Aid
      • Dry Fire Training
      • LIVE FIRE RANGE
      • Laser Pistols & Targets
      • Handgun Cleaning
    • Contact Us
  • Home
  • Basic Firearms
  • CCW
  • Online CCW
  • Non-Resident CCW
  • Calendar
  • MORE COURSES
    • Ladies Only!
    • Emergency First Aid
    • Dry Fire Training
    • LIVE FIRE RANGE
    • Laser Pistols & Targets
    • Handgun Cleaning
  • Contact Us

5150 HEAT • FIREARMS ACADEMY

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Firearms Terminology

CCW Concealed Carry self-defense Firearm Handgun Ammunition Terminology License Permit Policy terms

CCW / Concealed Carry and Firearm Terminology Firearm Terminology License Permit Policy

Learn about important CCW & concealed carry and firearm terminology with the USCCA & 5150 HEAT Terminology Guide. 

Self-Defense

Castle Doctrine
Duty to Retreat
Stand Your Ground 

Types of Licensing / Permitting Policies

Shall Issue
May Issue
Constitutional Carry/Unrestricted/Permitless Carry
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Carry Types

Concealed Carry
Open Carry 

General

Brandishing
Laws, Rules and Regulations
Preemption
Reciprocity
Right to Carry
Straw Purchase 

Firearms & Ammunition Terminology

There are numerous firearm terms tossed back and forth on the evening news & talk radio every day of the week both day & night. Terms such as: "magazine" “clip” "full metal jacket" "rounds" "full-auto" and “semi-automatic”  So, if you’ve ever wanted to know the meaning of the terms used in the world of firearms. You don't need to look any further than the comprehensive list above and below.  


Hopefully, this page will help you learn about important CCW & concealed carry and firearm terminology with the USCCA & 5150 HEAT Terminology Guide.  

 

The Links Presented Here are Courtesy of Our Partners in Firearm Self-Defense, Education, Training & Legal Protection USCCA:   https://www.usconcealedcarry.com/     Thanks, USCCA!

Firearms & Ammunition Terminology

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Ball
Barrel
BJHP
Bullet
Caliber
Cartridge
Case
Chamber
Charge
Clip
Cock
Crimp-Jump
Cylinder
EB
Ejection Port
Ejector
Extractor
FMJ
FPE 

 FPS
Frame
Frangible
Fully Automatic
Grain
Grip Safety
Hammer
Handgun
Hardened Lead
Hollow-point
JHP
Low Flash
Low Recoil/Managed Recoil
LR
LRN
Magazine
Magazine Catch
Manual Safety
Muzzle
Pistol 


 Revolver
Round
Semi-Automatic
Single Shot
SJHP
SJSP
Slide
Slide Catch
Special
Striker
SWC
SWHP
TC
TMJ
Trigger
Trigger Discipline
Trigger Guard
WC
WMR 

FIREARMS DEFINITIONS (pdf)

HOW WE HELP

Expert Firearm Tactics Instruction by Retired Law Enforcement Officer & Range Master

Giving good people the security they deserve and yet  another reason to worship, educate or do business with you. 


Through our partnership with both the NRA and the USCCA, 5150 HEAT Firearms Training Academy is thrilled to be able to offer men & women with several fantastic training courses.
 

Course enrollment is now open with space available. Call or Email Today! 


For additional details, Let's Talk!


5150 HEAT Firearms Training Academy

(714) 680-5500

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Basic advanced Tactical Combat Pistol handgun Training Learn safe gun Personal Home Protection CCW

Firearms Marksmanship & Safety are Perishable Skills

Practice does not make perfect. Only perfect practice makes perfect. Vince Lombardi   


Many people don't realize it, but firearm marksmanship and safety are perishable skills that must be continuously renewed and reinforced through “proper” practice and training. Every expert firearms instructor recommends regular range time or dry-fire training to both improve and maintain safe, speed & accuracy and the skills needed to ward off deadly attacks... Check back often! 

Women’s Basic Firearm Ladies Intermediate Pistol men Home Defensive LASER Pistol Training CCW safety

Concealed Carry Fundamentals

Concealed Carry Fundamentals is a comprehensive course for anyone considering owning or carrying a firearm for self defense. In this class you will learn conflict avoidance, situational awareness; shooting fundamentals; the physiology of violent encounters, legal aspects of using deadly force (including knowing what to do in the aftermath); and a complete guide on gear, gadgets, and ongoing training. Following the course, training and live-fire exercises are conducted on the range.  

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BASIC HANDGUN FUNDAMENTALS

BASIC HANDGUN FUNDAMENTALS

BASIC HANDGUN FUNDAMENTALS

Basic advanced Tactical Combat Pistol handgun Training Learn safe gun Personal Home Protection CCW

This course is designed to give participants an entry level understanding of handguns and how to utilize them in self-defense situations. The curriculum is divided into four modules, each with several chapters. Classroom and Laser Pistol simulator time. Each participant will receive an excellent textbook: Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals. Intro to Laser Pistol training. 

HOME DEFENSE FUNDAMENTALS

BASIC HANDGUN FUNDAMENTALS

BASIC HANDGUN FUNDAMENTALS

Certified USCCA NRA Police Firearms Tactics Instructor retired police Firearms Tactics Instructor

USCCA, Home Defense Course, is a comprehensive course for every skill level that focuses on firearms as a tool for home defense. Ultimately, the goal is for students to develop a home defense plan. Plus, many more useful subjects! Intro to Laser Pistol training. 


Each participant will receive an excellent textbook: Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals.  

WOMEN’S HANDGUN TRAINING

BASIC HANDGUN FUNDAMENTALS

Certified NRA Police Firearms & Tactics Instructor & Range Master

Women’s Basic Pistol Intermediate advanced combat Ladies Home Defensive LASER Pistol Training CCW

Women’s Handgun & Self-Defense Fundamentals covers the basics — along with the fun, seriousness and importance of being a responsibly armed female. The basics of shooting will be introduced, reviewed & built upon, while also exploring universal safety rules, situational awareness, common types of handguns, ammo types, marksmanship skills, advanced firearms handling/defensive essentials  & the use of deadly force.  Intro to Laser Pistol training.

Certified NRA Police Firearms & Tactics Instructor & Range Master

Certified NRA Police Firearms & Tactics Instructor & Range Master

Certified NRA Police Firearms & Tactics Instructor & Range Master

Certified NRA Police Firearms Tactics Instructor Range Master CCW retired Brea Police Department

Certified NRA Police Firearms & Tactics Instructor & Range Master - Prior to my retirement from law enforcement I served as a Police Firearms & Tactics Instructor and Range Master with Brea Police Department since 1992. 

CCW FUNDAMENTALS

Certified NRA Police Firearms & Tactics Instructor & Range Master

Certified USCCA Firearms Instructor & Range Master

Certified USCCA NRA Firearms Tactics Instructor Range Master gun CCW retired Brea Police Department

CCW - Concealed Carry Fundamentals Course... This is an EXCELLENT course!


Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals is a comprehensive seminar for anyone considering owning or carrying a firearm for self defense.

Certified USCCA Firearms Instructor & Range Master

Certified NRA Police Firearms & Tactics Instructor & Range Master

Certified USCCA Firearms Instructor & Range Master

USCCA Certified Instructor retired police officer CCW firearms safe self-defense tactics Best price

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The great teacher tells, explains, demonstrates and inspires students to think!  


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