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Young man in gray t-shirt and sunglasses with light brown hair points a silver Taurus Judge at a target with miscellaneous items in the background against a wooded area.

Concealed Carry

Review: Taurus Judge

The Taurus Judge is a pure defense revolver, lightweight, portable and versatile loads. Read the post for load recommendations and more details.

General

Pearl Harbor — Priorities

Far too many Americans can recite a movie quote believing it to be history or mourn a life of a movie actor taken too soon. Let’s not forget the unsung heroes; the real history makers. Let’s remember who and why this is a day of remembrance that will live in infamy…

Rare U.S. Springfield Armory Model 1875 Officer's Model Trapdoor Rifle, Late Type II

Firearms

The History of the Springfield Trapdoor

The Springfield Trapdoor took its place in history despite the hesitation of those aware of the superiority of repeaters and magazine fed rifles. Although it didn’t see as much action as some more well known long guns, when you read the history, it has made a huge impact on the world.

General

I’ve “Fallen” For Hunting…

Make sure you follow the safety rules in this post for tree stand hunting so you stay safe and sound while enjoying your hunting trips. No trophy animal is worth getting hurt, or even dying, for.

Ruffed Grouse with hunter wearing orange hat and vest.

General

The Royal Flush…

Want to get more ruffed grouse? Learn from an expert hunter how these 5 tips will get more grouse for your pot. And be sure to enjoy and celebrate the day and your successes.

General

Prepper v. Survivalist? How About Using the Term Smart Instead

There is quite a bit of contention in the world of prepping and survival on whether or not one considers themselves a prepper or a survivalist. People were given a week to prepare for Hurricane Sandy. Was stocking up on fresh water, food, alternative cooking methods, flashlights and batteries crazy? Not at all. I think we can all agree on calling it smart.

ar-15 barrel twist

AR-15s

AR-15 Barrel Twist, Explained

AR-15 barrels vary greatly between manufacturers, and even models in some cases, and one of the most common variances is the ‘rate of twist.” Understanding how the rate of twist affects your results and how to find the best ammunition for your AR-15.

Tactical medicine scenarios with medics, instructors and victims

Camping & Survival

Wounded, Alone, but not Helpless

Whether you’re alone in a remote location, pumping gas past the hours of normal street traffic or dropping the kids off at school, everyone runs the risk of being a first responder. It may be your best friend, a loved one at a gas station…or it could be you. The whys and hows, the lessons learned and armchair quarterbacking can all be handled later, because when you are the primary first responder, life—possibly your own—is on the line. Are you prepared?

Slip on recoil pad added to rifle stock

Firearms

5 Lessons for Recoil

Shooting a rifle is different than shooting a shotgun. Having fired thousands of rounds from both, I have developed and learned several best practices that will help you enjoy the practice sessions that will ensure when your opportunity arrives you have the best chance of winning the match or harvesting the game.