# Troy Tactical Defense

> Whether you are in the military, law enforcement, or are a private citizen, we are here to assist you in the very best in quality, firearms training.

Canonical site: https://troytactical.com

## Events

Upcoming classes, trainings, and events open for registration.

- [DEMO: Legal & Lethal Use of Force](https://troytactical.com/events/legal-and-lethal-use-of-force): This 2.5-hour course gives Michigan residents the legal information they need to be a responsible armed citizen if they are ever involved in a violent incident…
- [DEMO: Firearms & Child Safety](https://troytactical.com/events/firearms-child-safety): How the next generation learns about firearms and firearm safety is pivotal to the future of gun ownership in America. It can be an educational, welcoming expe…
- [DEMO: Defensive Shooting Fundamentals](https://troytactical.com/events/defensive-shooting-fundamentals): Defensive Handgun Shooting Fundamentals - Level 1 The Defensive Shooting Fundamentals (DSF) series is the foundation of armed self-defense firearms training. L…
- [DEMO: Introduction to AR-15 Rifle](https://troytactical.com/events/introduction-to-ar-15-rifle): Introduction to AR-15 Rifle is a class geared to better understanding what is considered "America's Rifle." Since 2004, the Armalite Rifle (the "AR") has expan…
- [DEMO: Introduction to Pistol Optics](https://troytactical.com/events/introduction-to-pistol-optics): The pistol is one of, if not the most popular self-defense tool because of its ease of use and concealability. As superimposed red-dot optics have become the n…
- [DEMO: Gadgets & Gear for Handgun & Rifle](https://troytactical.com/events/gadgets-gear-for-handgun-rifle): Walk into any gun shop and the variety of gear and gadgets available can be a bit overwhelming. Gun vaults, holsters, lights, lasers - where do you start? In t…

## Courses

Self-paced and instructor-led online courses.

- [Intro To Handguns](https://troytactical.com/courses/intro-to-handguns): Interested in gaining some knowledge BEFORE you take a Concealed Carry Class? Then this is the class for you. Video-On-Demand delivery means you can watch it o…
- [Why Take A Gun Safety Class](https://troytactical.com/courses/why-take-a-gun-safety-class): Are you a responsible gun owner...or just a gun owner? Every day at the range we witness people who don't know even the most basic fundamentals firearm ownersh…
- [What You Need To Know As A Firearm Owner](https://troytactical.com/courses/what-you-need-to-know-as-a-firearm-owner): If you own a firearm, you owe it to yourself and your loved ones to know more than just how to use it. From proper firearm safety to understanding the use of l…

## Blog

Articles, news, and educational posts.

- [Firearms Analysis: Glock Gen 6 Comeback](https://troytactical.com/blog/firearms-analysis-glock-gen-6-comeback): Is Glock Platform Dead? How the Gen 6 Saved a Firearms Cultural Icon Has the Glock dynasty ended? With an expired Gen 3 patent, a flood of innovative competito…
- [Transporting firearms and ammunition](https://troytactical.com/blog/transporting-firearms-and-ammunition): A “firearm” is any weapon that will, is designed to, or may readily be converted to expel a projectile by the action of an explosive; or the frame or receiver…
- [Gun Safety](https://troytactical.com/blog/gun-safety): Millions of children live in homes with guns, and many of these weapons are stored loaded, unlocked, or both. Guns lead to thousands of deaths and injuries amo…
- [Raising Children in a World of Guns](https://troytactical.com/blog/raising-children-in-a-world-of-guns): When I was 11 or 12 years old, my family and I were out of state visiting relatives. While playing with my cousins who were about the same age, we discovered m…
- [The Facts on the US Children and Teens Killed by Firearms](https://troytactical.com/blog/the-facts-on-the-us-children-and-teens-killed-by-firearms): This article was originally published on The Conversation Injury is the leading cause of death for U.S. children and adolescents, accounting for over 60% of al…