Concealed Carry
Under Pressure — Training Under Stress
There’s an old axiom that says your skills don’t rise to the occasion, they default to the level of your training. The question begs to be asked; What is your level of training?
How-To
How do you…
- Build a certain firearm?
- Find the right part?
- Prepare for the right situation?
- Reload certain ammo?
Get answers to these questions and more with our how-to articles, news insights and information. All on The Shooter’s Log.
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General
Live Ducks: The Only Judges That Matter
Practical ways to consistently call ducks are increasingly becoming lost in our modern teachings. As ducks in the wild never perform machine-gun feed chatter or ear-piercing hail calls, it stands to reason that our calling shouldn’t either. To consistently be successful in the field, hunters should first master the basics of calling, and then learn when to further expand their auditory offerings.
General
How to Deal With a Stalker
Having a stalker can be very scary and one of the most important factors is your personal protection plan. In extreme cases, I would recommend hiring a bodyguard. However, I realize many people are unable to do that, so you need to put in place other security measures. Here are some tips that will hopefully keep you safe, and give you a little peace of mind, if you ever find yourself in this situation.
General
Sighting Shotguns — Beyond Point and Shoot
There are situations in which the shotgun must be carefully aimed for both hunting and self-defense. That’s primarily because the shotgun can be a formidable weapon to 50 yards and beyond when the user is familiar with its attributes. However, the pattern has not spread all that much at short range and should be aimed almost as carefully as rifle. Have you sighted in your shotgun?
Firearms
Adjustable AR Gas Blocks
This last weekend, I provided a buddy a side-by-side comparison of his standard AR and one of my AR15s with an adjustable gas block. His actual quote was, “Holy crap! When can you do that to mine?” Your first experience with an adjustable gas block will be an enlightening one.
Camping & Survival
The First 5 Things To Do After a Crisis
In the majority of crisis situations, no matter what the crisis is, you want to do the exact opposite of the mob of people. In other words, instead of running to the bank or the ATM machine, you want to check in with your family and make sure they’re safe. Check out these and other tips for surviving a crisis.
Concealed Carry
Handguns: Are You Using or Abusing Your Guns?
I do not own a safe queen. The safe is temporary storage. The true nature of a Combat Magnum is on the range, in the field or on the hip, not in the safe. If you use a quality firearm and take good care of it, the piece will last almost indefinitely. Abuse it, and a few years at best are all you will get out of it. These firearms have lasted not because I have babied them but because I have maintained them and you can too!
How-To
Understanding Minute of Angle (MOA) — Mil-Dot and Mils
Several Shooter’s Log customers have asked for explanations of minute of angle and the measurement term “milliradian” (mil) and how to use a mil-dot scope to measure the distance to your target at the range and in the field. In the accompanying two videos, the National Shooting Sports Foundation’s Ryan Cleckner explains both concepts and how to put them to best use.
How-To
Turkey Tactics — Get Mobile for Success
Done right, “running and gunning” offers more reward than risk. Done wrong, and ‘ol Tommy Three Toes will drag his beard laughing all the way as he disappears through the brush. Knowing the difference and when to employ the right tactic is the difference between a turkey dinner and a long hike through the woods with a decoy.
How-To
Whitetails: Feed What They Need
Mineral supplements and food plots have caused some controversy due to diseases such as Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD). However, they can be very productive for the hunter and increase the overall health of the herd—especially during harsh winter seasons and when the fawns are starting to drop. Read the full story to ensure you are maximizing your feed dollars and effort.