Graham Dunne

Sergeant Dunne served as a U.S. Marine before his 27 year police career. He served as a SWAT Officer and sniper for 8 years, and also a full time academy instructor for 8 years. He is highly decorated, to include the Police Medal of Honor, the Distinguished Service Cross, and multiple life-saving awards. He has been a pistol, rifle, and shotgun instructor since 1999, and has taught firearms, self-defense, tactical combat casualty care, and active shooter response, to thousands of military, civilians, and Law Enforcement nationally. Sergeant Dunne was the lead firearms and combatives instructor for the Steel Curtain contract, client: U.S. Intelligence. Sergeant Dunne is certified as an expert witness in federal court in firearms, edged weapons, & self-defense. He has competed as both an amateur and professional in MMA, boxing, and kickboxing, and has been shooting competitively for over 20 years.

How Long Does a Colorado Concealed Carry Training Certificate Last?

How Long Does a Colorado Concealed Carry Training Certificate Last?

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A Colorado concealed carry training certificate does not last forever. Under the current Colorado concealed handgun permit rules, the timeline depends on whether you are applying for a new permit or renewing an existing permit. For a new Colorado concealed handgun permit application, your training certificate must generally be dated within one year before you […]

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Colorado CCW Renewal Checklist

Colorado CCW Renewal Checklist: What Should You Bring Before Your Appointment?

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A Colorado CCW renewal can feel confusing if you are not sure what documents to bring, when to take your refresher class, or whether your permit is still within the renewal window. Colorado uses the term Concealed Handgun Permit, often shortened to CHP, but many permit holders still search for Colorado CCW renewal when preparing

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Defensive Shooting Students

What Should Defensive Shooting Students Know About Cover vs Concealment?

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Cover vs concealment is one of the most important concepts defensive shooting students can learn. Many new shooters think anything they can hide behind will protect them. That is not always true. In a defensive situation, the difference between hiding from view and having real physical protection can affect decision-making, movement, safety, and survival. For

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Colorado CCW Class After HB 24-1174

What Should You Expect in a Colorado CCW Class After HB 24-1174?

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Colorado concealed carry training has changed, and students now need to know what a modern Colorado CCW class actually includes before they register. House Bill 24-1174 created clearer training standards for new concealed handgun permit applicants and renewal applicants. That means a class is no longer just a quick lecture or basic overview. It must

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Get a Grip: The Importance of Proper Grip in Firearms Handling

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Get a Grip: The Importance of Proper Grip in Firearms Handling Author: Graham Dunne In 2020, I was being interviewed for a position as the lead firearms trainer, to train personnel contracted to protect assets for a U. S. intelligence agency, funded by Central Intelligence. (You have most likely never heard of this agency—I had

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