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William Ewart Fairbairn—best known for the Fairbairn-Sykes fighting knife—was one of the pioneers of gunfighting with the “one-hand gun.” In this article, Fairbairn sets out the philosophy and techniques he developed when he was with the Shanghai Police.

NRA Debut’s Revised Pistol Shooting Course - More on the way

Engineered to meet the demands of NRA Certified Instructors and students alike, the improved Basics of Pistol Shooting Program places NRA Certified Instructors in the driver’s seat.

Mastering this basic skill is key to you becoming and staying a good shot.

William Ewart Fairbairn—best known for the Fairbairn-Sykes fighting knife—was one of the pioneers of gunfighting with the “one-hand gun.” In this article from The American Rifleman, March 1927—one of the primary documents of combat pistolcraft—Fairbairn sets out the philosophy and techniques he developed when he was with the Shanghai Police. Lessons he learned on the mean streets of Shanghai were taught to British Commandoe and SOE operatives, as well as Americans in the Office of Strategic Services—including Col. Rex Applegate.

During the second week of April, 2014, Ruger teamed up for the second Ruger Women's Defensive Pistol course. Assistant Online Editor Sarah Smith Barnum attended. Get a first-hand look at the event with this gallery.

What's it like shooting a legend's pistol? NRA Publications Armorer Christopher Olsen got his hands on a firearm owned by the late icon Annie Oakley.

Good shooters shoot well, while great shooters seek advice from the experts.

Basic skills are the foundation of good shooting, and even seasoned shooters can use a refresher course.