Criminals and the Guns They Carry

This 2015 article about crime guns contains some information which  you may find interesting.

It speaks to the caliber and conformation (eg: revolver vs pistol) of firearms commonly carried by criminals, and more interestingly describes the maintenance level which felons use in their weapons.

Most importantly, it speaks to the various actions which you might take (or not take) when confronted by an assailant .. whose gun may or may not be functinable.

Criminals and the Guns They Carry | Active Response Training:

“If you know your enemies and know yourself, you can win a hundred battles without a single loss.” Chinese philosopher Sun Tzu said this over 2000 years ago in his book The Art of War It’s hardly new advice. Yet it is just as useful now as it was so many centuries ago.

Curiously, the article suggests that criminals are often not familiar with their weapons, to the point where they are not aware of basic maintenance procedures.   Some guns taken from felons have been found to be non-functional; that means, they don't work.

Don't assume, ever, that their weapons are not functional!

There are some guidelines which you might consider when confronted by an assailant.

(1)   If it's a simple robbery ... give up your money.  
You can always get more money.

(2) It's a robbery, with the very real  possibility that the assailant has other motives. 

You're screwed.

(3) You Can Resist

The cops will arrest you

(4) You Can Defend Yourself
if you hurt them, you're going to be arrested.  Like jail?  No? Stay home!

Personally, I recommend that you just avoid "Dark Alleys".

It may not be a philosophy which protects you, but it encourages you to be aware of your immediate threat level.