Concealed Carry
The 10 Best Holsters for Older Shooters
Carrying a concealed handgun for defense is demanding and must have time and forethought attached. The holster must have a…Read More >
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Firearms
How Tactical Are You?
The term tactical seems to sell when attached to guns, ammunition, rifle scopes, holsters, writing pens, underwear and (I assume)…Read More >
Firearms
Paddle Holsters: To Use or Not To Use?
Paddle holsters are very popular due to their comfort and the ease with which you can take them on and off. Check this post for options and details.
Gear, Parts and Accessories
Review: BLACKHAWK! T-Series Retention Holster
A few years ago, my son carried a BLACKHAWK! Serpa retention holster during most of his overseas deployment. I purchased…Read More >
Firearms
Smith & Wesson J-Frame Revolvers
Many years ago, the first swing-out-cylinder, double-action revolvers from Smith & Wesson began leaving the factory. The unicycle was in…Read More >
Reviews
Review: SCCY’s Affordable 9mm
A few years ago, when SCCY introduced the CPX 9mm handgun, I found the piece to be reliable, well designed,…Read More >
General
Getting Started in 3 Gun
Getting started in 3 Gun is about as easy as it gets. You do not have to have any special equipment or skill. Any 9mm, shotgun, and long gun will generally get the job done. Best of all, while having fun and learning the ropes, you will develop and hone a multitude of skills that can be applied to other shooting sports or, more important, self-defense and home defense applications.
Ammunition
The .41 Magnum — Alive and Kicking
The .41 Magnum is a useful, powerful, accurate, and well-balanced cartridge. Perhaps, it is one of the best revolver cartridges ever designed. Yet, it seems to be almost on its last leg, and far down the list in popularity compared to the .357 Magnum and .44 Magnum. This is understandable in some ways, but the cartridge is just too good to die.
Safety and Training
Long Gun Accuracy — Stop the Wobble
When it comes to rifle shooting, fast hits are what counts in hunting and personal defense scenarios. When sighting in the rifle from the benchrest, we have all of the time in the world. In the field, the action is fast and the stakes are at their highest. by taking advantage of cover and terrain, you can increase stability and accuracy.
General
Review: Blackhawk! Omnivore Holster
Building on the success and tradition of the Serpa holster, Blackhawk has another holster set to outshine competition due to its innovative design and versatility. The Omnivore will securely fit dozens of newer model handguns without adjustment, but it has a catch. Read the review to learn more about the Omnivore.