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Summary: Outdated Tactics of a Regrettable Era
Review: After perusing the previous reviews and reading the book, it appears Mr. Suarez is an old soldier of another time and era. Police tactics have changed due to the political climate, but more out of necessity than as a matter of choice. The post-LA riots, post-Chief Darryl Gates LA police force is a prime example of this shift in sensibilities. Governments, whether they be 'liberal' or 'conservative', are in fact fiscally conservative as a result of having to pay out huge chunks of resources to defend a police force in criminal and civil courts trained to deliver maximum force in urban assaults against minority populations. The culture of the LA police force was targeted by the Warren Commission as in dire need of change to promote civil harmony. The Darryl Gates' officers were gradually weeded out in the early nineties and they were replaced by an opportunistic bunch, chosen more for their availibility than their dedication. The training of police officers has changed greatly in the last ten years, and focuses more on community policing and much less on urban assault. This training reflects a distinct change in police culture, and therefore the tactics and attitudes here seem to reflect the worst parts of the Darryl Gates policing policies. Mr. Suarez seems to fit in with this culture, and for this reason, I don't think his books and training are relevant for civilized police forces. They may find a more enthusiastic audience among totalitarian states, rather than responsible democracies.
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Summary: Great book
Review: As a new competitor in DCM competitions I was looking for a resource to help me fine-tune my shooting techniques.This book is what I was looking for. It is well written and has great photos showing what the author is talking about. If you are new to shooting or an old pro looking for help to get your scores higher, take a look at this book!
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Summary: Best Book on AR15
Review: As a new owner of an AR15 rifle I was looking for a book that gave me the needed training necessary to be a responsible owner. I've purchased four books on the topic, this is by far the best. His easy to understand writing style and illustrated pictures are very clear. It's the next best thing to a hands-on course. Get this book first, you may not need anymore.
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Summary: Excellent book rifle handling!!!!
Review: Gabriel Suarez has written several other books on firearms handling and the tactics and techniques which he describes are current and very effective. Suarez covers in this book safety, preventative maintenence, terminal ballistics, marksmanship, optics, several different shooting positions and malfunction and reload drills. This book is a must for any AR-15 style rifle owner or police officer who uses and trains with a rifle on any basis.
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Summary: Excellent book rifle handling!!!!
Review: Gabriel Suarez has written several other books on firearms handling and the tactics and techniques which he describes are current and very effective. Suarez covers in this book safety, preventative maintenence, terminal ballistics, marksmanship, optics, several different shooting positions and malfunction and reload drills. This book is a must for any AR-15 style rifle owner or police officer who uses and trains with a rifle on any basis.
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Summary: THE BEST BOOK FOR POLICE ON TACTICAL RIFLE TEAMS
Review: I am state certified as an assault weapons instructor and have been tasked with building a patrol rifle team. We utilize semi-auto .223 rifles in selected patrol vehicles. I have used the book in many training exercises. It is easy to read and addresses police tactics rather that military combat tactics which are diffrent. It covers many unusual shooting positions and carry positions. An absolute must read for any Police rifle instructor. Everything is demonstrated with numerous photos.
Buy the book, its well worth the money.
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Summary: Outdated Tactics of a Regrettable Era
Review: Most of the material found in this book is usable, well organized and relevent. If the author would have left out his personal commentary his work could be taken more seriously. This book is worth reading, twice. The first time through it I would recommend scanning sections to get an overall concept of the material presented. The second read should be with a high lighter and a note pad. Take away the best ideas and see what works for you.
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Summary: Tactical Rifle
Review: Most of the material found in this book is usable, well organized and relevent. If the author would have left out his personal commentary his work could be taken more seriously. This book is worth reading, twice. The first time through it I would recommend scanning sections to get an overall concept of the material presented. The second read should be with a high lighter and a note pad. Take away the best ideas and see what works for you.
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Summary: Too Incendiary for a Purported Textbook
Review: This book fails to be a definitive textbook on training like it claims to be because it is smothered with the author's sad commentary on his fellow man. He states PSTD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) is a new phenomenon that can be solved with proper conditioning when, in fact, his viewpoints seem in line with someone in its first stages. There are other, better, books on the subject.
Note: One of the reviews from a reader in Compton, CA dated December, 1999, states he is a member of the 'Swiss Military' and they have abandoned their older tecniques in favor of the narrow ones offered here. Since the book was published in November, 1999, how is it possible they could have incorporated the author's techniques in a month, then sent someone to Compton to rave about? Does seem rather odd...
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Summary: Tactical Knowledge
Review: This book is an excellent guide to the fundamentals of employing a tactical rifle. I found it to be extreemly helpfull in training my soldiers and also in selecting weapon accesories. The author has an extensive and well rounded background that he uses to illustrate his teaching points and keep the book interesting. ...
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