Scott Thompson

Firearms Instructor

Scott Thompson is a Firearms Instructor based in Stapleton, Alabama. He is the Owner and Lead Instructor at Gulf Firearms Instruction, a Premier Firearms Training Academy that has been teaching citizens and law enforcement personnel for more than 31 years. He holds multiple teaching certifications as an NRA Training Counselor; he is certified to train instructors in NRA Basic Handgun, Basic Rifle, Personal Protection in the Home, and NRA CCW. He is certified to teach Law Enforcement in pistol, revolver, shotgun, urban rifle, and sniper skills. Before instructing at Gulf Firearms, he was a Police Officer for 25 years, and he is a Retired SWAT Officer.

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How to

Make a Suppressor

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Become an Army Sniper

An Army sniper's work involves more than just using excellent marksmanship skills to take out a target. Land reconnaissance, camouflage and observation are all knowledge a sniper must have in order to be successful. To b...

What Does a Fake Military ID Card Look Like? 6 Things to Watch Out For

The U.S. military provides fantastic benefits for servicemembers and their families. Along with special mortgage rates and medical care, they enjoy lifelong discounts on everything from movie tickets to new cars, just b...

How to

Survive a School or Workplace Shooting

Although unlikely, a shooting can happen at any school or workplace. It pays to be prepared and know in advance what creates the best chance for survival. Running should always be your first priority, but be ready to hid...

How to

Measure Gun Barrel

An accurate gun barrel measurement is good to know, and it's fairly easy to measure the length of the barrel on your own. The basic process is similar from gun to gun, but there are a few small variations based on firear...

How to

Aim a BB Gun

Since the introduction of the Daisy air rifle in 1895, BB guns have been a classic, used in everything from military training to the Olympic Games. Whether you're interested in target shooting or hunting, practicing with...

How to

Be a Sniper

Although movies tend to focus on the action, the vast majority of what it takes to be a sniper is mental. The ability to operate effectively in high stress situations, manage your emotions and value mission accomplishmen...