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It has long been my conviction that a masked man with a gun is a target. I see no reason to change that view.
Jeff Cooper
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Jeff Cooper
Age: 86 †
Born: 1920
Born: May 10
Died: 2006
Died: September 25
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A fine marksman is with a second rate rifle is far more effective than the reverse.
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If a felon attacks you and lives, he will reasonably conclude that he can do it again. By submitting to him, you not only imperil your own life, but you jeopardize the lives of others.
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When under attack, it is necessary to evaluate the situation and to decide instantly upon a proper course of action, to be carried out immediately with all the force you can bring to bear. He who hesitates is indeed lost. Do not soliloquize. Do not delay. Be decisive.
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On the very instant that we know that our assailant intends us serious physical harm, we must work just as fast as we can.
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It`s human nature to be optimistic. Any fool can enter a market, it takes talent to exit consistently and profitably.
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The essential thing is to bear always in mind that trouble can appear at any time. Be aware.Be ready.Be alert.
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