Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Battle of the Nines: 9mm Luger vs. 9×19 vs. Parabellum Everything you could ever want to know about the differing 9mm cartridges available on the market. I Guess I Should Buy a […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Openrange Defense – Is Awareness Mightier than the Gun? Marlan uses the demise of some historical gunfighters to stress the importance of situational awareness. Purse Carry is the Worst Carry: Part 1 […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. 5 Lost Secrets Of The Combat Handgun Mas shares some secrets from the old timers. Mr. Ayood was exceptionally prolific last week. You may also like his articles Is the 1911 Dangerous to Carry? […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Overview of gun laws by nation A lot of Americans think that no one can own guns in other countries. It’s simply not true. There are nearly 40 countries that have some type of […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. On Being Gray-ish… Michael Bane discusses how to remain the “gray man” while still being prepared for workplace violence. TFB FIELD STRIP: Mossberg 500 The Firearms Blog recently started posting incredibly valuable videos […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. 3 Ways to Escape Zip Ties: An Illustrated Guide An informative infographic about escaping zip tie restraints. This is useful, but the best advice I can provide is to AVOID BEING RESTRAINED! I don’t care […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Resist or Comply Fully, Do Not Be Indecisive! Indecisive dithering in the face of criminal violence is a poor strategy which often yields tragic outcomes. Shoots and Ladders Drill Will Petty’s excellent […]
Written by Greg Ellifritz I will state this right off the bat: I’m not a 1911 guy. I was fairly fond of them at one point. That was back before I actually learned how to shoot. My first year working at TDI cured me of desire to carry one defensively. In the beginning […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. 7 Cases That Show Why Warning Shots Are a Bad Idea Massad Ayoob explains why you shouldn’t shoot warning shots. You should also take a look at Massad’s article on open carry. […]
Written by Greg Ellifritz Concealed Nation has a regular feature on its website called #DIGTHERIG. It consists of reader submitted photos about their individual chosen concealed carry weapon and holster choices. A huge variety of guns and holsters are featured. All are carried by someone. Unfortunately, some of the choices are less than […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Basic Rifle Marksmanship (BRM) Series for your AR15- Intro A lot of great basic rifle information here. Bleach for Survival? Bleach (or pool shock) is a useful addition to your survival supply […]
Written by: Greg Ellifritz Last Saturday John Murphy from FPF Training hosted me for a one-day Extreme Close Quarters gunfighting class down in Culpeper Virginia. As expected, John’s students were great, the facilities were excellent, and the logistics were sorted properly. The 20 students and I had a good day of training. Here […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Baggage Claim Ed talks about some of the dangers present in the baggage claim area of a third world airport. He’s right. Lots of shady characters hang out there. Be careful. Two more tips: […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Beginner’s Guide to CCW: Arm yourself with knowledge Arm yourself with knowledge. Are you a CCW permit holder who wants to learn more about protecting yourself? Tim lists a very complete list of […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. The Legality Of Carrying Within 1000 Feet Of A School Zone Concealed Nation takes a look at the Federal laws in place that govern carrying deadly weapons in a school safety zone. It’s worth […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Close Quarters Shooting In this short video Paul Sharp provides a great overview of close quarters pistol shooting techniques. Feed Family Of 4 For 1 Year at $300 Cost For everyone who […]
Here are a few links to articles and videos I found interesting this week. Some are intellectual. Some are informative. Some are just fun. If you have some free time, check them out this weekend. Reviving a Life Saver, the Tourniquet Tourniquets are the best way of controlling serious bleeding. If you carry a […]
Here are a few links to articles and videos I found interesting this week. Some are intellectual. Some are informative. Some are just fun. If you have some free time, check them out this weekend. Expiration Dates and Preparedness In my medical classes I talk about how drug expirations work and about the […]
Written by Greg Ellifritz Col. Jeff Cooper was a huge fan of the .45 handgun. He once made the statement that the .45 ACP will instantly stop 19 out of 20 attackers. While I greatly respect Col. Cooper’s contributions to the shooting world, on this topic he was flat wrong. The .45 […]
Here are a few links to articles and videos I found interesting this week. Some are intellectual. Some are informative. Some are just fun. If you have some free time, check them out this weekend. Why (and How) Creative People Need to Say “No” “Saying “no” has more creative power than […]
