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SUMMARY:Automatic Rifle Theory 28MAR26
DESCRIPTION:Automatic Rifle Theory will give you a conceptual and historical overview of the development of modern automatic rifles\, light machine guns\, when and why we use them in modern combined arms warfare\, and a brief introduction to how to use them. \nThis class is part of the Combat Rifle School. We schedule small group instruction based upon the your request. This program consists of the following 50 unique five hour modules\, plus additional practical and field exercises. If you would like to participate in this training program\, call Brian at 408-892-5460 or email info@monarchdefense.org. \n\nCombat Rifle Theory\nBasic Combat Rifle\nShoot Move Communicate\nCombat Rifle Fundamentals\nCombat Rifle Optics\nClose Quarters Combat Rifle\nNight Combat Rifle\nAdvanced Combat Rifle\nPrecision Rifle Theory\nPrecision Rifle Fundamentals\nPrecision Rifle D.O.P.E.\nPrecision Rifle WIND\nTactical Precision Rifle\nSelf Defense Theory\nBasic Defensive Shotgun\nDefensive Handgun Theory\nBasic Defensive Handgun\nDefensive Handgun Fundamentals\nNight Defensive Handgun\nClose Quarters Defensive Handgun\nAdvanced Defensive Handgun\nHigh Intensity Gunfighting Drills\nClose Quarter Battle Theory\nSolo Close Quarter Battle\nTeam Close Quarter Battle\nThe American Rifle\nAmmunition Science\nAmmunition Data Collection\nAmmunition Production\nSpecial Purpose Rifle\nBasic Tactical Fieldcraft\nPrinciples of Reconnaissance\nLong Range Observation\nBasic Stealth and Camouflage\nGhillie Suit and Thermal Camouflage\nKalash Klas\nThermal Weapon Sights\nGrenade Theory\nDrone Theory\nRadio Theory\nLand Navigation\nAnti-Materiel Rifle Theory\nAutomatic Rifle Theory\nPrinciples of Patrol\nCombat First Aid\nCare Under Fire\nPrinciples of Attack\nPrinciples of Defense\nPrinciples of Ambush\nPrinciples of Raid\n\nPrerequisite: \nCombat Rifle TheoryBasic Combat RifleShoot Move Communicate Combat Rifle FundamentalsCombat Rifle OpticsNight Combat Rifle \nLearn:  \nThe job description of Automatic RiflemanDefinitions: automatic rifle vs. light machine gun vs. other machine gunsCommon types of modern and famous historical automatic rifles and light machine gunsBAR\, RPD\, RPK\, DP27/28\, Vickers\, Maxim\, PKM\, M14E2\, RPK\, RPK74\, M1919\, M60\, M249/ FN Minimi\, M240/FN MAG etc.Offensive application of automatic riflesDefensive application of automatic riflesCivilian and law enforcement applications of automatic rifles and automatic rifle analogsAutomatic rifle effective range\, caliber and bullet type selectionStability\, bipod vs. tripodRates of fire and ammunition managementMagazine vs belt feedIntermediate caliber vs. full caliberSoviet vs. NATO automatic rifle development and doctrineOpen bolt vs. Closed boltBelt linking proceduresManaging barrel heatBarrel change proceduresBall tracer mixSafety considerations when using closed bolt weaponsLoading proceduresMalfunction clearing proceduresExternal ballistics: cone of fire\, beaten zoneAssistant gunner proceduresClasses of fire with respect to the groundClasses of fire with respect to the gunClasses of fire with respect to the target \nCancellations: \nIf you do not plan to attend\, notify us immediately so that we can give your spot in class to another student. If you register for a class then no-show\, you will be charged a $50 Pain In the Ass fee. We do not issue refunds. Questions? Call Brian at 408-892-5460 or email info@monarchdefense.org. \nLocation: \nOur facility is in the mountains 1 hour east of San Jose\, 1 hour south from Livermore. Detail directions will be emailed to those who sign up. \nPacking list:  \nNotebook and pencilSturdy bootsSturdy pantsBeltLong sleeve shirt or jacketGlovesLayer garments so you can adjust for cold\, wet\, or warm weatherHat250+ rounds of ammunitionMethod of carrying magazines and water 3 day assault pack or rucksack Cleaning kit with oil\, rag\, toothbrush\, barrel rodTools for mounting and adjusting your opticsSpare batteries for lights\, night vision\, lasersIndividual first aid kit (IFAK)Eye protectionEar protection1 gallon of water per daySalty snacks and bag lunchWe have weapons\, magazines\, magazine carriers\, pistols\, holsters\, night vision\, armor\, helmet etc. for you to borrow for free. All you need to do is communicate clearly in advance what you need to borrow\, and clean what you used before turning it back in.We can supply all the ammunition you need for $80 per person per day. We can take cash\, Zelle\, or Venmo to brian-wang-11
URL:https://monarchdefense.org/event/automatic-rifle-theory-28mar26/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:advanced training,Beginner Classes,Field Training,precision rifle training,Rifle Classes,Tactical Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brian Wang":MAILTO:info@monarchdefense.org
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