GunSpec: Comparison of Most Major Scope Reticles
We've reported on Gunspec before -- they're the guys that are trying to make searching for guns and gear easier on the Internet. But what I didn't realize was that they were actually putting...
Self-Defense Tip: Maintain Op Sec
We've already discussed the inadvisability of deploying lawn or window signs that advertise the fact that you're armed and dangerous (i.e. on vacation with a nice gun collection inside your unoccupied home). In case...
Question of the Day: Isosceles or Weaver?
http://c.brightcove.com/services/viewer/federated_f9?isVid=1&isUI=1
"This kind of lesson is perfect for the fantasy dwelling gun fanatics who love to imagine killing bad guys. The only problem is most gun nuts cannot pronounce isosceles. But the ones who learn...
Self-Defense Tip: Learn How to Hunt
I have a confession to make: I have a thing for Israeli models. Wait. That's not it. I'm not a hunter. Not yet anyway. Dan and I have taken a solemn vow to add...
What Could Possibly Go Wrong: Back in the Day Edition
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ri4e_wpDc54
There have been a few changes in gunfighting tactics since 1969. Anyone care to elaborate?
Ask the Armed Intelligentsia: Which One for EDC and The Range?
KP writes: "Of the guns in this table, which I admit reflect certain personal prejudices, which would be the best compromise between a range gun and a carry gun. The table is composed of...
Self-Defense Tip: Keep Calm and Carry On
Unholstering at home after a long range session with my FFL BFF, I heard a strange rattling noise. My first thought: something's broken inside my gun or my Raven Concealment holster. I reholstered and...
Don on Giuliano Tragedy: Teach Your Children Well
I read your article on training not to shoot. I understand where you are coming from on this one because the recent scenario seems like a no win scenario when you look at it...
Foghorn’s Five Essential AR-15 Accessories
A while ago American Rifleman had an article about "10 Important AR Accessories" that Cheaper Than Dirt carries. I know, its the trifecta of commercial gun mag articles -- Perfect Google bait that was...
Protip: Don’t Use Subsonic 300 BLK for Hunting
I saw this comment on the ammunition review of 300 AAC Blackout I posted a while back:
Muzzle energy is a clumsy indicator of killing ability. I’ve hunted with my Blackout a few times now...
Self-Defense Tip: Buy an Ammo Safe
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HtRhht7ovmo&feature=plcp
Hollywood would have you believe that fire "sets-off" ammunition---to the point where good guys and bad guys alike run for cover. The media buys into this myth as well. To wit: "The residence, owned...