A great article on the problem with carrying a gun with no cartridge in the chamber. Assuming you're carrying for self-defense, this reader comment sums things up pretty well... "I'll chamber a round when I see a fight coming" is like saying "I'll … [Read More...]
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What to Expect When Shooting a Revolver for the First Time
If we want to get nitty-gritty with terminology, a revolver has chambers that are not integrated with the barrel itself. A pistol’s chamber is actually part of the barrel. The significance of that is that a revolver has multiple chambers where … [Read More...]
There’s a new SAINT in town: Field Trial of Springfield Armory’s SAINT Victor 308 AR Rifle | OutdoorHub
There’s a new SAINT in town and it’s got some serious thump. The new Springfield Armory SAINT Victor 308 is an AR-10 rifle that delivers more foot-pounds down range while keeping the popular lightweight attributes of the smaller AR-15 platform in … [Read More...]
Are The New XS DXT2 Big Dot Pistol Sights a Better Mousetrap?
Years ago, the folks at XS Sights caused quite a ruckus on the internet when the introduced their Big Dot sights. Now they’ve upped their game with introduction of the XS DXT2 Night Sights. Since the beginning of time, when … [Read More...]
How and Why to Use a Tourniquet
When I was growing up and learning basic skills like CPR, the conventional wisdom and teaching on tourniquet use was entirely different that it is today. At that time, the medical community discouraged tourniquet use because of the risk to the … [Read More...]
11 New Pocket Pistols for 2019
Is that a gun in your pocket or... Looking for the latest in compact concealed-carry options? Here are eleven pocket pistols that came to market in 2019. Read the rest: Shooting Illustrated | 11 New Pocket Pistols for 2019 … [Read More...]
Standing Steel: 5 Target Stands for Your Range Setup
Some handy paper and steel target options to keep with your range gear. The Newbold polymer target frame supports are especially interesting. They weigh next to nothing and are virtually indestructible. I know. I've tried... More and more of … [Read More...]
Gun Law News: May 12, 2019
A handy round up of what's happening with gun laws around the country... The USCCA has compiled the latest gun law news headlines from around the nation. This week's post features wide-ranging updates from California to Texas. Read the rest: … [Read More...]
A Dry Fire Magazine?
One of the things I spend the most time on at the annual NRA Annual Meeting is scouring the exhibit halls for new and innovative products. This year, I ran across a previous acquaintance. I had forgotten about this company until we crossed paths … [Read More...]
5 Must-Have Products for Pistol Mag Maintenance
Got a Glock? Then you know what a pain it can be to remove magazine base plates for cleaning. Here's a nifty tool to help with that. I also find that a 12-gauge shotgun barrel mop does a great job of cleaning magazine interiors. Sure, you're … [Read More...]
Plinking Silence with a Thud: Winchester Super Suppressed Ammo
I’ve been testing some new ammo with my handiest .22LR pistol. Winchester has a relatively new .22LR load on the market: the Winchester Super Suppressed. As you might guess from the name, it’s designed specifically for use with a rimfire … [Read More...]
What to do When Your Rifle Starts to Shoot Wonky
A comprehensive list of things to check, and fix, when your rifle starts to shoot more like a blunderbuss... If your accurate rifle suddenly starts misbehaving and spraying the target with patterns instead of groups, don’t panic. Any good rifle … [Read More...]
Missouri Concealed Carrier Hits Would-Be Robber With 3 Shots
Crime doesn't pay, unless your bank accepts lead deposits... An armed robber made the mistake of trying to rob a Missouri concealed carrier, who used speed of draw to put at least three rounds in the suspect. Read the rest: Missouri Concealed … [Read More...]
The 6 Essential Parts of a Home-Defense Plan
If you interpret “home defense” in the broadest sense, the objective is to protect your people and your home from threats of any kind. That would include not just home invasions but also simple burglary and even fire. While the concepts overlap a … [Read More...]
How to Carry a Full-Size Handgun, Even in the Summer
I learned something about making assumptions. According to linguistic scholars, the Latin root of the word “assumption” is “ass”, meaning… ass. That’s how I usually feel about making an assumption before considering the facts and applying a few … [Read More...]
Answering FAQs About Gun Ranges
To the new shooter, range rules and procedures can sometimes appear to be capricious and solely intended to take all the fun out of an outing. I can assure you that most any rule you encounter exists for good reason. Here are some of the most common … [Read More...]
Skills Check: Three-Stage Security Drill
The folks at Gunsite have developed this three-stage security drill. It's a great practice routine and a way to check and improve your skill level over time. You might notice some variations on classic handgun routines... Here are some drills … [Read More...]
When You’re Hot – How Case Hardening Works
There's not much more classic than case-hardened receivers and parts. So, how do manufacturers and custom shops get that colorful finish? Here's an explanation... Ever wondered how gunmakers and gunsmiths get that beautiful, mottled coloring … [Read More...]
What Is a Bump Stock?
Bump stocks have been in the news ever since a Las Vegas gunman used the device to aid in unleashing more than 1,000 rounds into a crowd of innocent concert-goers Oct. 1, 2017. Several states were quick to ban bump stocks, with a federal prohibition … [Read More...]
Concealed Carry and Using Public Restrooms
Dealing with a concealed carry firearm in a public restroom may seem like a laughing matter—at least at first. In fact, I’m exercising every single iota of willpower I have and can borrow not to stuff this article chock full of puns and juvenile … [Read More...]
What to Expect Your First Time at an Outdoor Range
Everyone I’ve ever taken shooting at an outdoor range loved the adventure. If you’re new to shooting, though, going by yourself can be an intimidating experience fraught with worry and uncertainty. No problem! We’ll make sure we cover everything you … [Read More...]
Is the Beretta APX RDO a Better Glock?
The Beretta APX pistol was designed as the company’s potential entry into the Army Modular Handgun System trials. Knowing that the M9 family was ready for replacement after the past several decades of service, the company veered away from their … [Read More...]
Speer to Introduce Six New Items at the 2019 NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits
LEWISTON, Idaho - April 23, 2019 - Speer is shaking up the shooting industry with two high-performance products it’s introducing at the 2019 NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits in Indianapolis, Indiana, April 26-28, 2019. Attendees who stop by the … [Read More...]
Just the FAQs: Common Shooting Range Questions
There are more than 21,000 — and counting! — firearms laws on the books across the country. Add to that varying policies from ranges and clubs, and things get confusing pretty quickly. While we can’t provide definitive legal advice for every … [Read More...]
Do You Need a Pocket Magazine Carrier?
Pocket carry is all the rage given the plethora of new itsy-bitsy, teensy-weensy sub-sub-sub-compact pistols. While one can question ease of shooting, caliber effectiveness, round count, and ability to put shots on target with reliability, you can’t … [Read More...]