Waitone brings up a very important and sobering point!
In a SHTF situation, one doesn't want to be fumbling with a safety while on the receiving end of gunfire. I feel for the poor jewelry store owner.
One thing that it makes clear is the need for training and practice. I have practiced presenting my gun from the holster well over a thousand times, which, for me, includes proper use of the safety. Removing the safety is now part of my "muscle memory" as is the entire process of the presentation.
However, I've never been put to the test in a real shootout, and I pray I never am. Until one has been in that situation, you can only hope that your response will be adequate. But I know that training and practice will increase the odds that my response will be.
It seems to me, especially after reading these posts, that there are pros and cons to both SA and DAO. One must balance these in one's own particular circumstances and needs. I'm glad we have choices.
In a SHTF situation, one doesn't want to be fumbling with a safety while on the receiving end of gunfire. I feel for the poor jewelry store owner.
One thing that it makes clear is the need for training and practice. I have practiced presenting my gun from the holster well over a thousand times, which, for me, includes proper use of the safety. Removing the safety is now part of my "muscle memory" as is the entire process of the presentation.
However, I've never been put to the test in a real shootout, and I pray I never am. Until one has been in that situation, you can only hope that your response will be adequate. But I know that training and practice will increase the odds that my response will be.
It seems to me, especially after reading these posts, that there are pros and cons to both SA and DAO. One must balance these in one's own particular circumstances and needs. I'm glad we have choices.