Firearm History
The Browning Hi-Power — Then and Now
It is no secret to the readers of The Shooter’s Log that I am an unabashed proponent of the Browning…Read More >
It is no secret to the readers of The Shooter’s Log that I am an unabashed proponent of the Browning…Read More >
The EAA Witness Match .45 is an accurate handgun well worth its price. As for personal defense, a 10-shot .45 with the TruGlo combat light mounted is a terrific home defender. The pistol is similar to CZ 75-type handguns, but features a factory trigger that is as good or better than any the author has ever tested.
When the Glock pistol was introduced, like many, I was skeptical of the polymer-framed pistol. I had positive experiences with the HK P9S 9mm and did not regard polymer as cheap—far from it. The HK was an extraordinary pistol. Rigorous testing and experience removed skepticism.The Glock was a reliable, affordable, and durable service pistol chambered for the popular 9mm Luger cartridge.
STI’s new DVC Limited and Open pistols are an entirely new design based off the 2011 platform and are built specifically for competitive shooting. The “DVC” acronym for the new series is derived from “Diligentia, Vis, Celeritas.” If your Latin is a little rusty, read the post to find out what that means.
Joining your local shooting range or gun club of your choosing shows your support for the Second Amendment as well as for the shooting sports. Read this post to learn more about the benefits of getting involved at the gun range, shooting club or participating in one of the many shooting activities available today.
The US government is continuing its incursion on the rights of gun owners, especialy on those with magazines holding more than 10 rounds. Read this post to review the specifics of the proposed legislation and what organizations are stepping up to take a stand—against gun owners.
Phil Strader got his start with firearms was a police officer in Danville, Virginia. Now a Smith & Wesson-sponsored shooter, he shares his experiences. Check out this post to discover his path to competition and his thoughts on priorities.