So, it’s halfway through the first month of 2020 and most of us have already failed at maintaining those New Year’s resolutions. I know I’ve already given up Tactical Prancersize. Not that it doesn’t have potential, I just need to spend more time watering my plants… There are some resolutions I’m going to keep, but […]
How Do You Buy a Used Gun?
The nifty thing about firearms is that they’re designed to last a long, long time with reasonable maintenance. I’m not even an antique aficionado but I regularly shoot pistols and rifles in my small collection that were manufactured in 1936, 1944 and 1945. Others shoot guns much older than that.The longevity of firearm service life […]
How to Prepare for Your First Trip to a Gun Shop
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