High-capacity handguns, though now considered by many to be representative of a bizarre obsession with excessive firepower and murderous intentions, were once simply an enterprising aspiration. An engineering hallmark. And, though many of these old designs attempting to achieve higher capacities would be seen today as bizarre, none approach the sheer peculiarity of the Pistola Con […]
Next Level Training SIRT Pistol: Shoot Your Friends!
I’ve had the SIRT pistol for a long time now and every single time I pick it up, I am reminded of why it is one of the best training tools on the market. Use Discount Code “ArmsGuide” (not case sensitive) and get 10% off your new SIRT There are also some great training videos […]
Watch Using a Car as Cover: Your Results May Vary
Many people believe that hiding behind a car will provide protection from incoming bullets. It works on TV every time. Professionals who shoot cars know that the answer is complicated, some parts are cover for some guns. Paul Harrell does a great job explaining the realities of the car as cover. Video by Paul Harrell […]
Beginner’s Guide to Reloading: The Progressive Press
Still working out what the best reloading equipment is for you? Single stage and turret presses are good options for low volume production, but the most sophisticated type of reloading press is the progressive press. In a turret press, a single case is held in a case (shell) holder and the various dies are rotated […]
Aguila Minishells: More Rounds With Less Recoil
The shotgun is an excellent tool for home defense, but if you could double your gun’s ammo capacity and reduce recoil without making any alterations to your gun, wouldn’t you take advantage of it? Aguila’s Minishells make such a promise. The Minishells yielded a considerable reduction in felt recoil. This could prove to be a significant […]
Building a Precision Sniper Rifle on a Budget: Basic Rifles and Basic Glass
There are many misconceptions in regards to precision shooting. One of the biggest errors I see is the idea of having to have a $6000.00 dollar large-caliber rifle to be able to shoot long distances effectively and accurately. I’m here to tell you that is simply false. One of the most enjoyable things I like […]
The PyroVault from THRYM: Armor for Your Zippo
The metal Zippo lighter has been around since the 1930’s. It’s a beloved piece of classic gear but it’s not without fault. Major complaints include the evaporation of fuel, slippery case and lack of an attachment method. Thyrm addresses these issues and takes the traditional metal lighter into the future with the PyroVault. “We had […]
Get High Volume Training Repetitions at a Reasonable Cost: Next Level Training’s SIRT Pistol
The ever changing political climate has been particularly tumultuous the past few years. Cycles of panic buying and hording guns and ammo have made firearms training very challenging. Fortunately, there are a couple things shooters can do to become more creative about their trigger time to get the training they need for skill survival during […]
Tactical Vision Training Drill For Defensive Pistol, Carbine, and Precision Rifle
I’ve got a deceptively simple vision drill for you today that will help you with both-eyes-open shooting: You can do this drill at home leading up to your time at the range or at the range as a warm-up.Once you’re able to switch back and forth easily when you’re looking at your finger, start stretching […]
Walther PPX – Polymer Doublestack 9mm
The Walther PPX. It’s a hammer fired double stack pistol, chambered in 9mm and .40 S&W. The design closely resembles the PPQ released two years prior. The sizes of both pistols are similar in dimension (the Walther PPX measures 7.3in long, 5.6in tall, and 1.3in wide compared to the PPQ’s 7.1in long by 5.3in tall, […]