I just came back from a fun day at the range. Taking the time to clean my firearms isn’t necessarily at the top of my favorite things-to-do list. Putting it off until tomorrow would be so easy. But cleaning should be done, and it needs to be done right. Here is some information that should …
Introduction Often in a class, I will get a common question. It comes in two forms. One form is it necessary to carry a semi-automatic pistol with a round in the chamber. The second form is it safe to carry a semi-automatic pistol with a round in the chamber. We have to remember the defensive …
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In a recent CCL class, one student related a story about his friend being robbed. The student drew his firearm, and the robber ran away. He and his friend were so mad they chased the robber. Sometimes we have to be reminded as gun owners: “Will my action put my life at severe risk, and …
A firearm isn’t the only self-defense option. Â Americans are frightened for their safety. There have been a historic number of firearms and ammunition sales in the past year. However, many people can not bring themself to use deadly force to respond to a threat. This may be because of religious reasons or the fear of …
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The best EDC battle in a nutshell. There is a joke that goes; you select four individuals. One’s EDC is 9mm, one’s EDC is .40 cal, one’s EDC is 45 cal, and one’s EDC is 10 mm. You lock the four individuals in a room and tell them they have eight hours to select the …
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Just why are you using a red dot? We are increasingly mounting red dot sights to our pistols and long guns. Sometimes it is because we need quick accuracy for completion. In my case, it is because my eyesight makes using iron sight almost impossible. Sighting in your red dot made easy. Many of us …
Trigger Press – It is simple, right? We all have heard it. Align at the target. Touch the trigger. Apply a consent press, pressing the trigger to the rear. But what is the science behind making this happen? This video by Jon with Mantis explores the science behind a proper trigger pull. The SCIENCE Behind …
And here I thought all I had to do was grab the firearm tight. I always knew there was science behind the best grip to control recoil. I have even done a little research on my own. But, I never realized just how much I knew. Can’t you just show me the correct grip? I …
Real men don’t carry .380, so sayth the knuckle dragger. I am an RSO at a local range. Recently I had a conversation with an older gentleman. I am 72, so that gives you some idea of how old he was. In this conversation, he said his grandson had just switched from 9mm to 10 …
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Rob Pincus discusses the Five Fundamentals of Home Defense tactics: Evade, Barricade, Arm, Communicate, Respond. Thinking ahead of time about these five steps will empower you to respond more efficiently if you ever do have a threat inside your home, or trying to get into your home. Rob goes over each concept and gives examples …