Firearms

Range Report: Walther PPS M2 — Redefining Conceal Carry

By Robert Sadowski   September 23, 2016

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Walther’s new PPS M2 is an excellent example of the refinement Walther brings to conceal carry pistols. The original PPS Classic ushered a 9mm conceal carry pistol that was thin, polymer framed with modular backstraps, and a striker fire trigger. The M2 does the Classic one better by using all the great features of the Classic and combining it with features found on the Walther PPQ series such as the ergonomic grip shape and grippy texture.

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General

Whitetail Calling Tips

By CTD Blogger   September 23, 2016

Whether they realize it or not, many hunters only spook deer when using a deer call. That’s a shame, because whitetail deer vocalizations are relatively limited. Compared to waterfowl and turkey calling, effectively reproducing key deer sounds is fairly simple—as long as you understand a few basics.

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Consumer Information

Thompson/Center Arms Recalls The T/C Compass Bolt-Action Rifle

By CTD Blogger   September 22, 2016

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Thompson/Center Arms has identified a condition that may exist in Compass rifles. We have determined that there may be some instances, depending on the height and position of the rifle and other factors, where a chambered round may fire if the firearm is dropped with the safety in the fire position.

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Ammunition

Range Report: DoubleTap Ammunition

By Bob Campbell   September 15, 2016

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When it comes to personal defense ammunition, we all want the most for our dollar and a load that maximizes the caliber. This is especially true with the popular 9mm Luger cartridge. A number of manufacturers offer target grade loads, hunting loads, and personal defense loads. DoubleTap ammunition offers personal defense loads, and they do it as well as anyone and better than most.

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Firearms

Range Report: Rock Island Armory’s Baby Rock Rocks!

By Wilburn Roberts   September 15, 2016

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Recently, Rock Island Armory (Armscor) introduced the 1911A1 .380 ACP known simply as the Baby Rock. Rock fans and shooters everywhere are going to love this handgun. Most small 1911s are more 1911-like than true 1911. The Baby Rock features a plunger tube, slide lock safety, beavertail grip safety, low bore axis and straight to the rear trigger compression. This is a true small 1911.

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Ammunition

Every Man’s Defensive Caliber — The 9mm

By Bob Campbell   September 12, 2016

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Those familiar with Bob Campbell’s writing, knows he is a .45 ACP guy all the way, so why is he calling the 9mm “Every Man’s Defensive Caliber?” It’s simple. He believes, ‘Unlike some advocates of the 9mm, I do not ignore physics and claim the 9mm is as effective as the .40 or .45 caliber pistols. Of course it isn’t, because it cannot be. Physics cannot be changed. However, the balance of power and controllability is ideal for most shooters.”

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Gear, Parts and Accessories

Meprolight FT Bullseye — A New Concept in Aiming

By CTD Blogger   September 12, 2016

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Forget about you front sight? With the Meprolight FT Bullseye, your pistol will not even have a front sight. The concept is innovative, the proof will have to be at the range and the groups you’ll produce. The Shooter’s Log will have a full review soon. Until then, here is the full release.

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Gear, Parts and Accessories

Review: Tac Shield Rail-Mounted Bipod

By CTD Blogger   September 9, 2016

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Tac Shield of North Carolina sent their heavy duty, six-to-nine-inch bipod for testing. It’s the latest addition to their already extensive bipod selection. I found this new model to be feature-rich and the quality competitive with bipods that cost more than twice as much.

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Firearms

The Legacy Escort Model 87 — The Best Value in a Pump Shotgun

By CTD Blogger   September 9, 2016

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Does anybody buy brand name anything anymore? I don’t know about you, but I haven’t bought an actual bottle of Heinz ketchup since I found out that the “great value” store brand is literally packaged in the same facility. The analgesics in my medicine cabinet read ibuprofen and acetaminophen rather than Advil or Tylenol. So, the question is, why not guns?

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