My first trip to a gun shop was a bit like my first visit to Wild Birds Unlimited. In both cases, I had no idea what I was talking about, little concept of what I wanted (much less needed) and was convinced that everyone in the store would spot me as a poser. That’s the […]
How To Perfect Your Handgun Skills
As any good handgun skills instructor or coach already knows, a required component of improvement is an accurate and immediate feedback loop. If you don’t know exactly what you’re doing wrong, it’s awfully hard to get better. If you don’t have a way to confirm when your actions are correct, you don’t know when you’re […]
Dry Fire With Laser Ammo
Love these types of training tools. A little time doing this at home translates to HUGE benefits on the next range visit –> Into the Fray, Episode 287: Dry-Fire With Laser Ammo – Now we can train anywhere, anytime, and still get instant feedback. Read the rest: Dry Fire With Laser Ammo | Video | […]
How To Evaluate a Rifle Scope
How do you really differentiate a good scope from an average one? Here’s a checklist to run a scope through its paces… You can find great scopes that cost several thousand dollars. You can also find great scopes that cost a few hundred. Of course, there are plenty of options in between too. So, how […]
Why You Shouldn’t Shoot Small Groups – Defensive Pistol Training
While satisfying, shooting small groups at every range outing won’t do you too much good for defensive shooting training. If you use a gun for concealed carry or home defense, tiny groups are not always your friend. Read the rest: Why You Shouldn’t Shoot Small Groups – Defensive Pistol Training
Pistol-Shooting Tips: Improve Your Handgun Skills
Transmit recoil to the ground? Check your work through your sights? Interesting visuals that may improve your shooting… Just what you always wanted—a handy “cheat sheet” of ways to shoot better. Read the rest: Shooting Illustrated | Pistol-Shooting Tips: Improve Your Handgun Skills
How Long Can You Keep Your Magazines Loaded?
Weeks? Months? Years? Decades? I have been trying to get a definitive answer as to the recommended time limit that a magazine could or should be kept loaded. Read the rest: Shooting Illustrated | How Long Can Your Keep Your Magazines Loaded?
The Case for Laser Sighting
One significant benefit to laser sighting is the ability to aim from unconventional positions… Not only does a laser sighting system enhance firearm accuracy when an officer is under attack, it can also help de-escalate violent confrontations. Read the rest: The Case for Laser Sighting – Weapons – POLICE Magazine
7 Tips to Make the Most of Your Time at the Range
If you go to an indoor shooting range, odds are you’ll pay for your time by the hour. Even if you go to a facility that doesn’t charge by the hour, you’ll likely prefer to spend more time shooting than on support activities. Here are some tips to help you spend more time behind the […]
Locate Shooting Ranges Nationwide with Website and Apps
An easy way to find shooting ranges near you… During the summer, many readers will be traveling nationwide on holiday. It might be fun to visit shooting ranges near your holiday destination(s). Or perhaps you’ve recently relocated and want to join a shooting club near your new residence. Read the rest: Locate Shooting Ranges Nationwide […]