Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Which Doesn’t Belong and Why Ammunition quality control is at a historic nadir. Pay attention to the cartridges your are placing inside your self protection firearm. Sinister Manipulations – SemiAuto Shotguns Shotgun […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. What is the right trigger? Thoughts on handgun triggers. Magtech Revolver Ammo – Stay Away I had the exact same problem with Magtech .32 ammo about a year ago. After I wrote about […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Ayoob Files: Murder or Self-Defense? Massad Ayoob brings up some legal issues you should understand in this case debrief. For more of Mas’ content, read Lost Secret of Pistol Shooting: The Crush Grip […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Ayoob: Is Your Trigger Finger Placement Wrong? Even if you have been shooting for a long time, I would encourage you to spend some time playing with different trigger finger positions. You might be […]
Since I retired from my cop job and I only teach a couple days a month, I spend most of my days wearing gym clothes. Most often, when I leave my house, I’m either going to the gym or going hiking. For those activities I find it exceptionally easy to carry my gun in […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. The Unlived Life I’m finding social media so contentious and full of such nasty political rhetoric (on both sides) that, for the first time ever, I’m thinking about deleting all of my accounts. Here’s […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Spending the night on the Streets of Portland Encounters with mentally ill homeless people are common. I think it’s useful to see how they live in order to better understand a population that most […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Giving Guns as Gifts: Know the Law – The Truth About Guns The holidays are coming up. Please don’t spend them in jail. How To Not Mistake Your Loved One As A […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Plan For Failure We are entering some very uncertain times. What should you do to prepare? Paul has some good advice here. Combine that with Daisy’s thoughts about the The Election Pandemic Playbook and […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Pros & Cons Of Fanny Pack Concealed Carry I carry in a fanny pack almost exclusively at the gym as well as when I walk, hike, run, or cycle. It is a very useful […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Self-Defense and the Law: Is Shooting Long-Distance in Defense Defensible in Court? Massad Ayoob talks about the realities of taking longer shots in a gunfight. An Innovative Take on Mental Awareness In […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. The thin line between safety and tragedy: Muzzle control in policing I’m glad this topic is receiving some attention. I fear, however, if we become too dogmatic or too “safe” we will be endangering […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Guest Shot: The Semi-Auto Grip Dave Spaulding gives us a written master class on gripping the handgun. 100 Days Out Paul Martin discusses preparedness in advance of the upcoming election. If we […]
If your social media feed looks anything like mine, you’ve been deluged with photos, videos, memes, and speculation regarding the failed assassination attempt against former president Trump. Among my friend group (a lot of cops and firearms instructors) the primary shared discussion has been about the poor weapon handling displayed by a certain female agent […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Got a Light? Weaponlights, Handhelds, and Concealed Carry Chris Cypert shares his thoughts on lights. Basic Two-Handed Shooting Stances The primary handgun shooting stances and the differences between each. 9 […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Vang Comp Thunderstick Summit – October 11-13 2024 | Fairfield, UT | Despite the fact that one of the instructors is somewhat questionable, this is the best shotgun class in the country. Register soon […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Managing Expectations I’m placing this article at the top of the list because it’s important and you should read it. “Bendigo” is an talented writer and has some valuable life experiences to share. The […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Essential Concealed Carry Accessories This information is obvious for many of you. Unfortunately, there is a large percentage of concealed carriers who ignorantly reject reality. R.O.C.kin’ that Revolver With Red Dot Have […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. Does Your Range Training Make Bad Shooters? Things firearms instructors should be thinking about. The Bad One — Training To Clear Double Feeds I think this is a skill set most people […]
Knowledge to make your life better. If you have some free time, check out some of these links this weekend. What Makes A Great Truck or Vehicle Gun? I’m generally not a big fan of “truck guns.” A long gun in a vehicle is far more likely to be stolen than to be used […]
