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August - IT'S A MATTER OF TRUST

John Lewis • Aug 01, 2020

Where will you turn to when your life is on the line?

 JLPFI continues to monitor the progression of a rapidly changing environment around us. How do you manage the cycle of life when risks of death are so great on so many levels? It's best that each of you turn and face those troubles by taking good care of yourself and making sure that you are preparing for the unexpected by keeping yourselves armed with good health and a reliable abundance of defenses. As we navigate our daily tasks, be reminded that we need to stay aware of our environment and move on when we sense threats lurking around us. The days ahead are very unpredictable as we enter into the election of 2020. Who you trust during this time will be very important. Will it be our government leaders, our local leaders, our law enforcement across the nation to keep the peace, or will it be YOU? The old adage "when things get tough, the tough get going" should be your lifeline of protection to remain vigilant in your awareness, your connection to those you trust, and to avoid those unknown contacts that will attack when you least expect it. Let us all do our part to turn this whole situation around and stare death down with the tools that all humans are provided with. Our senses will see us through this continuing crisis as long as we focus on the end goal of happiness. Is your mask enough protection? Is your unemployment check enough protection? Is your trust in the 911 system enough protection? Is your life in jeopardy trusting what you see in the media? 
JLPFI recognizes that even when life seems so overwhelming, you each have the ability to take back the peace from the chaos by remaining calm and tolerant, make the right choices come election day, and choose to fight if you absolutely must for your freedoms.  
A relative way to adjust to these uncertain times is to focus on the fundamentals:
Stand Up for what you believe in!
Get a GRIP on the reality around you! 
Focus on what is important!
Breathe!
Follow-through with living your life!

New Shooter Confidence is UP in July!

July was an extraordinary month for JLPFI instructing just as many first and second time shooters than CCW applicants or CCW renewals! Behold the first shot from a clients Kimber K6S .357 revolver at a 7 yard distance above! This shot was taken only after JLPFI introduced the entire protocol of safe handling, nomenclature explanation, review of fundamentals and dry fire warm up that is usually a guaranteed recipe for success for any new firearms owner to build the confidence needed! The smiles were endless this month among many clients shooting for the very first time. JLPFI hosted a private corporate event of 9 new shooters who were able to fire a variety of weapons over the course of two hours! Every weapon used was a new adventure to discover the characteristics of each weapon and how the fit, actuation of the action and recoil of the weapon can ultimately determine ones decision for purchasing down the road! A big thank you to each and every NEW SHOOTER in July for your courage to take that big step of getting through the first shot and moving on into the journey of safe ownership of your weapons!

Training Update:

August is booking quickly for JLPFI! Many clients are now booking membership sessions to continue to improve their mindset and skillset on the range with a variety of drills! Please contact JLPFI for your exclusive membership offer and reserve time to TRAIN HARD!

Contact us at (559) 349-3833 to book your private, small group or corporate shoot!

Sun Mountain Gun Club is continuing to make improvements to their facility. Give them a call and sign up for a membership for your entire family. It's a great place to train in the great outdoors!

(559) 683-3669.

Jurisdictional updates:

New applicants of CCW's statewide are on the rise increasing processing times across all jurisdictions. Those who are renewing CCW's should have a standard processing time of less than 2 weeks.

Fresno County CCW unit: Bob Moore, the CCW coordinator of the unit recently announced that the office is only able to conduct 7 new applicant interviews a day. Therefore, any new applicant that submits an online application after their 8 hour course will be booking their interview with the CCW unit about 3-4 months out! There might be a chance to put yourself on a cancellation list, but most applicants are keeping those appointments, so don't hesitate informing friends and family to sign up for a class soon and schedule an interview before the end of 2020!

JLPFI is now authorized to instruct CCW courses for Mariposa County Sheriffs Department. Please inform any Mariposa residents to call us and schedule their 8 hour initial CCW course or 4 hour renewal course!

Mariposa Sheriffs office CCW contact: Mr. Michael King (209) 966-3615.

JLPFI will be listed soon on the Mariposa County website, but we are already approved!

Merced County recently announced that residents of Merced County must first schedule an interview to apply for a CCW. The current wait time for an interview in Merced County is out to December!



August Product Spotlight- The Kimber K6S Revolver!

JLPFI has a true appreciation for the craftsmanship of this weapon! Kimber has been known to produce a great category of semi-auto 1911 weapons with a great reputation of quality. The Kimber K6S was introduced into the market 2 years ago with a great reception for a high quality, all stainless steel .357 six shot revolver. This weapon was designed to make operation a breeze. From the square, tangible cylinder release to the smooth double action trigger of this weapon, you will fall quickly for this extremely well built firearm!

The K6s™ revolver brings an unmatched level of performance and shootability to concealed carry. Turner's Outdoorsman Fresno can source the Kimber KS6 with a 6-8 week lead time, but trust JLPFI to tell you......it is worth the wait!

Maintenance Tips- Swab-It!

JLPFI believes in keeping weapons in tip top shape! Take time after that range session to give your weapon the attention to detail it deserves with Swab Its! JLPFI is now a proud retailer of this great product for our clients to purchase at our training courses. These foam bore tips and brushes are light years ahead of the traditional nylon tooth brush or cotton swab that leaves fibers in your weapon. The Swab It tools extract all contaminates with your favorite cleaning agent (Slip 2000) and leave your weapons like new without leaving any residue!

 Super Brush/Swab-its® foam swabs are the go-to replacement for outdated, fuzzy cotton swabs. When precision and cleanliness are important, our foam swabs provide the tool for getting the job done right. With over 3,000 styles of foam swabs, we have a swab for every job.

Our swabs offer the following advantages:

• Foam heads that are gentle on delicate parts

• Sturdy plastic handles that do not splinter and break like wooden sticks

• No adhesives used in assembly

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