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Originally Posted by The Reaper
Jeff Prather is a friend of mine, but he served WITH SF, he is not an SF soldier himself.
He is/was an accomplished martial artist, for what that is worth and does military classes as well.
What is your specific question?
TR
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TR,
Not specific, but here's the history.
We got to talking this morning about my last deployment and shortfalls in training. I explained that I was impressed with the driving portion of the course I attended because I've never had the opportunity, but, I expected a little more immersion into weapons instruction. Especially since we pretty much knew we'd be going into indian country. Mind you I'm active duty, but the majority of deployees I went with were civilian and other branches (mostly AF). It didn't prepare people enough know their assigned weapons. Once in country I took on the role of trainer to show the un-initiated on maintenence, clearing stoppages, and how to fire the weapon from different positions, etc. I regurgitated what info I've gleaned over the last 8 years of service and most of that was second hand info from 11B's.
Being active duty and having spent my last duty assignment in an INF BN I was more than adequately prepared for the shooting phase. It basically was a course on load and shoot. Not enough time to explain sight picture, breathing and trigger squeeze. The pistol portion was good, but rifle was lacking.
The offer was given to me for instruction in Tuscon and recommeded by Jeff prior to my next trip to the sandbox. He also offered some advice while here in the local area.
I'm looking for anyone that has taken instruction from him and what they thought.
I don't get the impression of him being a fluff master. I do get the impression that he's really solid and I know he's definately got alot to offer a novice such as myself.
Jeff had the same impressions of some of the other courses we are supposed to attend prior to a deployment. If my org is going to pay and send me, no problem. I'm looking to spend my own money on quality.
Thanks for the help!