From Tragedy, Knowledge I want to begin this post by mourning the deaths of Officers Alyn Beck and Igor Soldo of the Las Vegas Metro Police. In a year in which it seems that open season has been declared on law enforcement officers, the loss of these two officers serves to weaken that “thin blue...Continue reading
When Your Revolver Malfunctions
When Your Revolver Malfunctions Semiautomatic pistols rule today’s world. They have the lion’s share of the handgun market. There are so many different models from so many different manufacturers that it becomes very hard to make a decision when it comes time to choose one. For a defensive handgun, the capacity and ease of reloading...Continue reading
Inside the OODA Loop.
Today we’re going to discuss the O.O.D.A. Loop. Colonel John Boyd was an F-86 pilot during the Korean war. He and his pilots enjoyed a reported 6 to 1 or 10 to 1, depending on what report you read, kill ratio against North Korean (and probably Chinese) pilots flying Mig-15 aircraft. “So you’re a firearms...Continue reading
5 Things You’re Doing Wrong At The Range
Yes, what YOU’RE doing wrong. I’m talking to those who practice defensive shooting. Competitive shooting is a completely different animal. The equipment, techniques, and mindset don’t all translate into the defensive world, so you folks go about your day. Nothing to see here. OK, for the rest of you. You load up the car or...Continue reading
The Cost of Freedom
I have to admit, it’s been a source of wonder to me the past few years watching us give up the rights guaranteed us by the constitution. I’ve tried to understand how we as Americans have allowed our duly elected representatives to strip us of rights piece by piece. While only hypothesizing, I can only...Continue reading