Shooting

Teaching New Shooters: Do’s and Don’ts

Introducing a new shooter to the world of firearms? There are a few “do’s” and “don’ts” to keep in mind to help make the experience fun and successful. This isn’t a complete list of what to and what not to do, but, hopefully, it’s enough to get you started sharing the shooting sports. Don’ts 1. […]

HotShot Elite Ammo? Thumbs Up

The HotShot line of ammunition from Century Arms has been part of a revival for the company. Once simply a source of surplus firearms, Century is moving into becoming a strong brand. Not a lot is known about their ammo line aside from partially incorrect assumption that it is merely inexpensive Russian-made plinking ammo. The […]

Lighten Up: PROOF Research Carbon Fiber Barrels

Looking to lighten up your long gun? PROOF Research may have the barrel solution for which you’ve been searching. According to their website, PR’s goal is to reduce barrel weight, and from there, to improve barrel accuracy and durability. Depending on the caliber and barrel length, PROOF Research’s carbon fiber wrapped barrels provide up to […]

IWI Tavor After 5K Rounds: Israeli Infantry Tough

After running the IWI Tavor (IDF model) for over 5000 rounds, I have found it to be a supreme example of how bullpups should be designed. It may not have the classic look and feel of the AUG, but it does have a battle-proven record with the Israeli military that everyone can respect. The rifle […]

Pistol Shooting | Don’t fear the flinch

It’s a cliche as old as saying “it’s as old as”. A new shooter grouping low and left and someone tells them to stop flinching, stop anticipating recoil. Well, I’m here to tell you to keep flinching. Why wouldn’t you anticipate recoil? Just change when. There are two different flinches when it comes to shooting […]

MagPul’s Glock Magazine Well: Deal or Gimmick?

MagPul has become a true giant. Beginning with a simple plastic adaptation of a trick war-fighters were doing to overcome shortcomings in gear MagPul now makes everything from firearms accessories to clothing. Personally I’ve been disappointed with apparent abuse of their industrial might with the release of products that couldn’t have gone through any legitimate […]

The Money Shot: Paul Harrell Shoots Dimes From a 12 Gauge Shotgun

Can you shoot a stack of dimes from a shotgun? If you did, would it be lethal? According to gunfighter mythology and Hollywood History, Billy the Kid shot Deputy Marshal “Pecos Bob” Olinger during a jail break in Lincoln New Mexico in 1881. The weapon? Olinger’s own double-barreled shotgun. As the story goes, that shotgun […]

First Look: 12-Gauge AR-10 Conversion from Genesis Arms

Genesis Arms has released their Gen-12 upper and conversion kit for AR-10s. This conversion upper promises to drop on to your AR-10 lower and with Genesis mags you’ve got a 12 Gauge AR! Creating such a conversion is not an easy task. A lot has gone into creating the Genesis 12. Yes there are AR […]

More Power: The 10mm Auto

In spite of being forced to take a serious back seat to the .40 Smith & Wesson (which many 10mm devotees refer as the .40 Short & Weak), and the fact that very few modern pistols are being chambered for the 10mm Auto, it has made a bit of a comeback as a hunting round. […]

Clearing Cover Garments: Three Drills to Get You Out of the Holster

Clearing Cover Garments: Three Techniques to Get You Out of the Holster

One part of concealed carry that trips up a lot of people is clearing your cover garment from the gun. It can get caught up on the butt of your gun, you can grab a hand-full of cover garment as you’re drawing, or cover can block your draw all together. Today, I’ve got a video […]