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IPSC VS. SELF-DEFENCE?

Let us talk about two types of people, namely the skilled unarmed fighter and the skilled IPSC shooter. Both are very good at what they do. But let me ask you: Which of the two is most likely to survive a close-up knife attack? The fighter, correct? You are right. But also wrong! Hear me out: The outcome in a similar situation with these two individuals depends more on the mindset of each than anything else. Having said that, technically the guy who trains close quarters should be able

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