Today we’re diving into a topic that’s close to my heart, and honestly, should be for any new shooter out there—mastering the handgun. Now, before you roll your eyes and think, “Here we go, another lecture about marksmanship,” let me assure you, this is anything but that. This is about my personal journey, the pitfalls,...Continue reading
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It’s Not The Arrow, It’s The Indian
Ever heard the phrase “It’s not the arrow, it’s the Indian?’ By no means politically correct these days, and if it triggered you, well, deal with it. What the phrase means is that it’s not the level or expense of the bow and arrow that provides the accuracy, it’s the skill of the archer. This...Continue reading
5 Things To Consider When Choosing A Concealment Holster
Do you know what to look for when choosing a concealment holster? Find out in this post.Continue reading
Throwback Thursday – The Stevens 414 Falling Block Rifle
So, my in-laws were moving, and to avoid dragging them along, my father-in-law divested himself of a Mossberg 185 D 20 gauge shotgun (more on this in another post) and a Stevens 414 Armory .22 rifle. I got both of them. This post is about the rifle. To the best I’ve been able to determine,...
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
Rules For A Gunfight – Rule 5
It has been a while. Snowstorms, matches, classes, and Guard commitments have leeched time away, but we’re back. Here we are with our last installment. Before we go on, let’s have a quick review. Rule 1 = Always bring a gun Rule 2 = Anything worth shooting is worth shooting twice Rule 3 = Only...