Gun Threat Red = Weapon and threat of deadly force

Gun Defenses will work only when you are close and therefore his reaction time is somewhat limited, otherwise you will have a new hole in you.

There are lethal consequences for you to these counter attacks.  If you have any opportunity, leave instead of attempting them.

You should not attempt them without actual training. A web site with animations cannot substitute for hands on experience when the threat level is this high.

Overall Self Defense Table of Contents

There are common elements to any gun defense:

• Move off the line of attack.  Do not stay in front of the muzzle of the weapon.  Getting off the line may only be a pivot or slide.

• Block or Intercept inside the muzzle. Keep it pointed away from you.  Ideally get it pointed at him.

• Maintain Control of Gun Arm/Hand.  Which may only be a quick touch, you may not have a grip on it.

• Apply punishment as soon as possible.

• Keep your eye on him.

• Strike or kick or lock with your whole body.

• Be sure to damage him so he cannot get up.  Remember he was trying to kill you.

Look at all the attack situations below and pick out the elements listed above. 

Overall Self Defense Table of Contents