I just read an interview with a well-known instructor. The instructor noted his most likely home defense weapon would be a handgun. One reason he gave was the need to be on the phone with the police. It's hard to work a long gun and a phone at the same time.
This is not the first time I've read or been told one-handed manipulation is a factor because of the phone.
I question this.
If one is in a fight, it seems one really needs both hands. Phones, clipboards, or Ming vases need to get dropped until things are safe again.
Just so I'm not misunderstood: Absolutely call for help. Stay on the phone as long as possible. But recognize holding on to the phone may become unimportant very suddenly. Be prepared to drop it and use that hand for something more important.
Should hands-free communication technology be part of the plan?
Other thoughts and guidance on this? Am I completely off-base?