Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend.
Pistol Light Switchology – American Cop
Erich discusses handgun WMLs and how to switch them easily. For more information on the topic, you may also like Weapon-Mounted Lights and Concealed Carry: From Impractical to Inevitable and Weapon Light Tactics That Save Lives
Ten Years In Prison: My Recent Case | Active Self Protection Extra
Pay attention to the mistakes John’s client made in this incident and vow to perform better when it’s your turn to experience something similar. You should also watch the followup video as well.
Does the Smell of Marijuana Alone Still Establish Probable Cause to Search a Vehicle in Hamilton County, Ohio?
For my Ohio cop readers.
Why Sidecar Style Holsters Suck
Personally, I have little use for “sidecar” holsters.
Why You Should Use Visual Range Control
“All applications of deadly force require visual awareness and decision making. Legacy firearms training and qualifications do not.”
Make Ready with Matt Little: PCC Skill Development | Make Ready TV
A free instructional video series about optimal use of the pistol caliber carbine.
Concealed Carry at Work – The Armory Life
“Carrying concealed at work requires the right gear and a solid understanding of your workplace policies. The modern office environment presents unique challenges for CCW, but with proper planning and discretion, it’s absolutely doable.”
Precision & Group Size – Statistics for Shooters Part 3
The arithmetic behind group size. Read the Executive Summary as well.
Think you know Ready Positions? You don’t.
Aq covers some handgun ready position basics.
The Mama Mia Mishap
You younger folks likely don’t remember my favorite gun writer from the days before the internet. It’s time for you all to become acquainted.
An Official Journal Of The NRA | Essential Practice: Malfunction Drills
When is the last time you worked malfunction drills on the range? You probably haven’t shot from unconventional positions in awhile either. Read How to Stay in the Gun Fight When Injured or Wounded.
How To NOT Get Shot by Responding Law Enforcement
Excellent advice here for avoiding being accidentally shot by police if you respond to an active killer attack.
2025 Year in Review: A Remarkable Drop In Crime
Finally we get some good news.
The Prepared Citizen as Heterodox
Very solid advice from Paul in this article. Please read it and heed his suggestions.
Can Big Guys SUCCESSFULLY Appendix Carry?
Tips for you large mammals who want to carry in the appendix position.
A profoundly interesting look at the historical development of the military fighting knife.
What If Your Subway is Attacked With Chemical Weapons?
While this isn’t the most likely attack scenario you will ever face, it’s prudent to be prepared. I’m seeing lots of very brazen public transport attacks recently. It’s not outside the realm of possibility that some terrorist group may decide to use chemical weapons for the next attack.
The Pact Was Broken (and We’re Already Living With the Consequences)
Commentary on the current state of the firearms retail sales industry.
What I’m reading…
The Best Bad Choice
“A tactical decision is only sound or unsound in light of the particular context in which it’s being made, and in comparison to the reasonable alternatives. So let’s not get all huffy calling other people’s decisions about being armed unsound. That decision may be the most reasonable one in their circumstances. Of course, it also may not be. There may have been better decisions they could’ve reasonably made. But constructive criticism should be made acknowledging — and in consideration of — their particular circumstances.”
3 Myths About Handgun Stopping Power – The Armory Life
“If stopping power is mostly a myth, what should you focus on?”
How Many Tourniquets Should You Carry? A Data‑Driven Analysis • Spotter Up
I cover this information in my medical classes, but I’m regularly stunned when people have no idea that 20%-30% of single tourniquet applications fail to adequately control bleeding. Especially if your patient has really big legs, one tourniquet may not be enough to get the job done.
Can Armed Civilians Stop an Active Shooter Better Than Police? » Trident Concepts
I’m happy to be team teaching a class with Jeff at the beginning of March. It should be up on my schedule soon.
Guest column: Is your congregation prepared for an active killer?
Church safety information.
Merry Christmas, Bob
I’ll close out this edition with my annual re-sharing of my all time favorite holiday-themed article.
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