Match Your Training Goals With Your Training Classes
Selecting the right training can be daunting, but if you first honestly categorize your goals, and then select firearms training accordingly, you are much more likely to progress successfully.
For the Love of the 1911: A Review of Several Higher End 1911s
From the Sig Sauer We the People to the Dan Wesson Valor, each of these higher end 1911s is well manufactured, aesthetically pleasing, and a joy to shoot.
A Case for Revolvers From a Semi-Automatic Polymer Fan
Many would argue that the day of the revolver is gone, but with magazine limits, personal preferences, and personal physical requirements the revolver is still a viable option.
Emergency Preparation: How Will the END Come?
The end of civilization is a common trope in science fiction, but what are the real threats to our society and how would The End likely come about?
Training and Carrying a Gun With a Disability
A disability can present additional challenges in self-defense. Here are some things to think about when choosing gear, what to look for in training, and considerations for instructors.
Competing in Smaller Competitions: Does the Gun Matter?
Competition shooting is a great way to get more involved with shooting sports from large, sponsored events to smaller, local ones. But let's address the question: does the gun matter?
Dry Fire: A Guide to Doing it Safely and Correctly
Dry firing is a great way to build fundamental and mechanical skills with a firearm, when done safely and correctly. Practice makes permanent, but make sure your practice is perfect.
A Personal and Ballistic Review of the Iconic Desert Eagle in .50AE
Although I would not consider the Desert Eagle an effective and reliable defensive gun, there is no question that it is fun to shoot!
Is More Always Better? A Review of High-Capacity Magazines for Glocks
Capacity often seems to be the equivalent of location in real estate with new handgun releases often including higher capacity magazines or listing larger capacity as one of the main selling points. But does capacity truly make a difference? Let's take a look.
How Many Magazines Are Enough? An Examination of Extra AR-15 Mags
Can you have too many magazines? The most common answer is no. But most people have finite resources to devote to self-defense and firearms. What is the reasonable balance? Let's look at it from a few angles.