System of gun fighting THE C.A.R. SYSTEM OF GUN FIGHTING A.

It is a gun fighting technique, not a range application. - It is a strong, stable, and flexible platform for action. - It allows quick target acquisition and rapid fire bursts of 4 shots to COM in under 1 second with standard pistols. - It can be used effectively in small spaces and vehicles. - It is applicable to team assault situations. - It provides maximum weapon retention, and also serves as a practical and effective base for contact fighting.

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The Center Axis Relock Method of Gunfighting utilizes two main positions or stances as bases for action. THE HIGH POSITION The first position is called the High position. It is used for working within confined spaces, from cover, and while moving. It is a very strong and flexible base for using both short and long weapons such as a handgun, baton, O.C. Spray, shotgun, sub-machine gun, and other weapons.

In the High position, the operator is in a semi-bladed stance, with the weapon held or cradled next to the chest. The position is achieved by blading towards the threat while also drawing and bringing the gun up to the chest. When the gun is drawn, it should be directed to the threat for firing if needed. Also, as the gun is being brought up, the other hand should be moving to grasp and support it. This base position reduces the Operator's silhouette, employs a balanced and stable, yet flexible body stance, and works in harmony with gross muscle movements, gross motor skills, and our natural reactions to extreme stress, one of which, is to bring the arms and hands back to the body, not away from it.

The stance with elbows extended, makes up a natural cradle from which the gun can be fired with both hands or with just the gun hand. Its framework sets up a circle of control and defense that makes it very difficult for an Aggressor to grab or take possession of the Operators handgun, Baton, or O.C. That is true regardless of the Operator's shape, size, or gender. The circle of control and defense is maintained by rotating towards a threat. In a contact situation, strikes with the elbows and the gun can be made, or the gun can be fired. The position is comfortable, relaxed, does not pinch or restrict the Operator's breathing, can be used with full combat gear, and it can be maintained easily for extended periods of time. Fine motor skills are not utilized or relied on, as they, along with the ability to focus clearly, will be lost to most Operators in a close quarters life and death crisis situation.

That is due to the increase in the heart rate, and the activation of the instinctive Fight or Flight response, both of which happen in such situations. The stability and ease of movement gained by using a bladed stance, along with keeping the gun at the operator's natural focal point, allows for fast acquisition of multiple targets. Also, the weak hand is up and ready for use in opening doors,clearing the way, and other tasks. The thumbs can be placed anywhere, as long as their placement does not interfere with the workings of the gun. THE EXTENDED POSITION The second CAR position is called the Extended position. It is used for entry, combat, and assault. It also can be used effectively when seated inside a vehicle.