When you’re shooting at someone to eliminate an imminent, credible threat of death or grievous bodily harm, do what the police do: aim center mass. Never mind what you may see in the movies or the bleating of antis who suggest you should only “shoot to wound.” Aim at the threat’s body to stop the […]
By Lt. R. Michalik Don’t underestimate the value of a bad ammunition magazine. If you’ve been around guns for any amount of time, you’ve run into them. Whether you purchased a questionable no-name mag at a gun show or one came with your or your buddy’s gun, we have all had the experience of a […]
Magazine maintenance isn’t really a hot topic among gun owners. People love talking about what they do and don’t do in regards to their firearms, but their magazines are often forgotten. This is due, in part, to the idea that they don’t really need much care. While that’s relatively true in comparison to guns, completely […]
I’ve been active on the competitive shooting scene since I was fourteen years old. In that time I have learned a great deal and have been constantly and regularly humbled by the amazing and dedicated people I meet on the way. Today we will be taking a candid look at what it takes to get […]
I used to shake a great deal when I saw deer wandering towards me across a vast fields of beans. Every inch they moved made my heart beat harder and it reminded me that I had to be patient. Back in those days I hunted with a .45 bore Kentucky rifle my great uncle had […]
I have spent more than half my life in the Civilian Marksmanship Program shooting sports. When I began my CMP career, I was told by a wise old man at my local club that the sling on a rifle is just as important as the rifle itself. As a young man I casually ignored that […]
Long story short, you need to carry your gun with a round in the chamber. If you’re going to have a handgun for concealed carry or self-defense, it needs to be loaded. The point of getting your concealed carry permit and carrying a pistol – or having one in your home – is so you […]
Over at Everyday Carry, one can peruse what other people carry in their pockets on a daily basis. We feature one of those pocket dumps each and every evening right here at TTAG. It’s interesting to see how others approach packing – both a gun and other accessories for their daily lives. While you see […]
So, do you have what it takes? Can you keep your rounds on a letter-sized piece of paper at 21 feet and less? If not, don’t feel badly about asking for help. Why does the National Rifle Association define defensive accuracy as the ability to hit that 8.5×11″ piece of paper at room-length distances? Simple, […]
What about shooting drills for the indoor range? You can do just about anything outdoors, including all the run and gun you want, but indoors is a different matter. What shooting drills are the best to work on those concealed carry skills or to get sharp for NRA Action Shooting, IPSC or IDPA if you’re […]
By Travis Pike The first day I carried a gun I was absolutely terrified that someone would see it. I was freaking out that someone would ‘make’ me. I constantly readjusted my clothing and always worried about the gun slipping and showing, and of course, I worried about printing. Printing is the outline of the holster and […]
By Travis Pike Firearms drills are an absolute blast. They sharpen your skills, give you a challenge and can change the way you think about shooting and self-defense. They can also be an eye-opener, and a means to evaluate your skills really. So without further distraction here are my five favorite firearms training drills. The […]
