Previously we discussed how indoor and outdoor ranges operate and some of the rules you might encounter there. Those procedures benefit everyone. Today, let’s be selfish and share tips that directly benefit first-time shooters at the gun range. Use a Gun Case Using a gun case (soft or hard) benefits everyone. New shooters will feel […]
Typical Gun Range Rules | Beginner Advice
Like any other activity-based business, gun ranges employ varying guidelines. But many of the overriding gun range rules apply everywhere. For example, the four cardinal rules of gun safety — while wording may differ — remain constant: Treat guns as if they are always loaded. Keep your finger off the trigger until ready to fire. […]
What to Expect the First Time You Shoot a Handgun
I wish I’d been able to shed my pride and ask someone what to expect the first time I shot a semi-automatic pistol. Let’s say the episode ended prematurely and with a lot of my blood covering my gun, my shooting bag and the indoor range. No, no one got shot. I just managed to cut […]
Double-Action Carry Guns: Make Training Fit Reality
If you carry a handgun with a double-action trigger, use it when practicing at the range. No cheating by cocking the hammer 🙂 Striker-fired auto-pistols currently dominate both law enforcement and civilian concealed carry. These point-and-shoot firearms typically feature light, short trigger pulls, and it seems that every major manufacturer offers striker-fired models. However, there […]
How to Evaluate a Pistol, Part 2: At the Range
There’s a lot more to testing a pistol than taking a few shots and deeming it “accurate.” Here’s how to really test one out at the range… In our previous article, How to Evaluate a Pistol, Part 1: In the Store, we talked about a checklist to get a feel for not only the quality of a pistol, […]
What Are the Types of Guns?
New to shooting? Here’s what you need to know about the different types of guns… . First, if you’re new to the world of guns and shooting … welcome! Glad to have you joining millions of other law-abiding citizens enjoying fun, competition and the peace of mind to protect yourself and your family. Second, you’re […]
Shooting With One Eye or Two Eyes Open: Which is Correct?
This is a tough problem if you’re cross-eye dominant… Lots of trainers talk about the importance of shooting with both eyes open. What if you shoot better with one eye closed? We address the issue here. Read the rest: Shooting Illustrated | Shooting With One Eye or Two Eyes Open: Which is Correct?
How to Evaluate a Pistol, Part 1: In the Store
Perhaps the following evaluation will help you when searching for the ideal plinker, home defense, concealed carry, or competition pistol Read the rest: How to Evaluate a Pistol, Part 1: In the Store | OutdoorHub
One Shot, Two Sight Pictures
Funny how becoming an expert shot always boils down to practice and mastery of the most basic things. Here’s a good one… Into the Fray Episode 279: One Shot, Two Sight Pictures – Are you re-establishing a sight picture after each shot? You should be. Read the rest: One Shot, Two Sight Pictures | Into […]
How to Find the Right Concealed Carry Class
You can learn all sorts of interesting tidbits in concealed carry classes. Like, for instance, that hollow-point bullets are like “whirling fan blades of death.” Hold that thought for a hot second. When I moved to South Carolina, I needed to get a South Carolina resident Concealed Weapons Permit. Even though I had taken classes in […]