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Graham Baates

Graham Baates “Graham Baates” is a pen name used by a 15-year active Army veteran who spent most of his time in the tactical side of the Intelligence community including tours in Afghanistan and Iraq. Post-Army Graham spent some time in the 3-Gun circuit before becoming a full-time NRA Certified defensive handgun instructor. After more than 1,900 hours instructing he now works as an industry writer while curating a YouTube channel on the side.

Reloaded: The Grand Power K-100 Pistol

Reloaded: The Grand Power K-100 Pistol

Grand Power has been called the best pistol you’ve never heard of.  As a fan of their guns that has been raving about them for years I take offense to that.  As you’ve seen in our article on the Q100 I have a small collection of Grand Power pistols and that’s for good reason, they’re […]

Stag Arms Model 4: One for the Vets!

Stag Arms Model 4: One for the Vets!

As we grow we tired of the over-accessorized and video-game inspired black rifle, Stag Arms has a model to take us back.  The Model 4 is built with inspiration from the real war fighter with features akin to the M16A2 and A3 models.  Devoid of acronyms and buzzwords the Model 4 pays tribute to what […]

SOG Knives Makes Bags? EVAC Sling 18 Review

SOG Knives Makes Bags? EVAC Sling 18 Review

SOG Specialty Knives & Tools has been expanding their line to impressive levels.  Far from just simple folders, they make multi-tools, hatchets, and now bags and packs.  Just like their knives the SOG packs are purpose-built with important details considered.  We recently had the chance to evaluate the EVAC Sling 18.  As the name describes the […]

First Look: Lionheart LH9 with Double-Action Plus

Though the Lionheart LH9 is not a trendy new gun, it is a new gun to my hands.  Ever since watching Military Arms Channel explain the history of the design and three trigger modes I’ve wanted to try one.  As you can see in the tabletop video below a lot of things about the LH9 […]

VIDEO: You Trust Your Life With That? Angel Armor Ally One Tested!

VIDEO: You Trust Your Life With That? Angel Armor Ally One Tested!

The Ally One by Angel Armor measures 0.1″ thick and an 8×12 sheet weights less than a pound.  They rate it at Level IIIA which is protection from handgun projectiles up to a .44 Magnum.  Neither plate nor truly soft armor the Ally One slips into your backpack, laptop bag, or tablet sleeve.  By inserting […]

WATCH Holster Selection: Things to Consider

WATCH Holster Selection: Considerations for Concealed Carry

During my 1,900 hours as a defensive shooting instructor one of the dominating questions I was asked was about holster selection.  In my experience this is the hardest one to answer.  I have good news and bad new for you:  The perfect holster match for your body shape, selected firearm, carry position, and attire exists.  […]

First Look: Llama Micromax .380 1911

Llama Micromax .380 1911: Half the Size, Twice the FUN

After a long wait the Llama Micromax is finally here and in our hands.  If you’re not sure if you’ve heard of Llama before it’s because you have and you haven’t.  The original company closed down some time ago but their ideas are now living on through the craftsmen of Metro Arms and brought to […]

And Now For Something...Completely Different 45 Colt

And Now For Something…Completely Different: 45 Colt

The last eight years saw an unprecedented expansion of gun ownership in America.  Some of us already owned a few before the “scare era” of gun buying began.  Those who did now own dozen, and those who are new gun owners may have listened to the suggestions of others as to what to buy in […]

A Bad-Ass .380? Grand Power CP 380

A Bad-Ass .380? Grand Power CP 380

Grand Power makes some incredible handguns.  Some have referred to them as, “the best handguns you’ve never heard of”.  I’ve been fortunate to get my hands on several of them including the XCalibur, K100, P11, P1 Ultra, P40, and recently the CP 380.  Most famous for their rotating barrel and completely ambidextrous controls, the CP […]

Shots Fired: Smith & Wesson M&P 10 Sport ~ VIDEO

Shots Fired: Smith & Wesson M&P 10 Sport ~ VIDEO

Not long ago we gave you a tabletop look at Smith & Wesson’s M&P 10 Sport.  If you missed it, go back and see the report by following the link.  I didn’t have much experience with rifles from Smith & Wesson and wondered if the rifle would be of any real quality, or just another […]

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