I’m a gunslinger by background, or at least I fancy myself the sort. I still wear my pistols low these days, just not quite as low as in the day. l live, nonetheless, today as I have always lived—by the sword. And you know what living by the sword means. That’s right, it means … [Read more...]
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The Great Caliber Debate: What action movies have to say about 9mm vs .45
I’ve owned a 1911 for some time, and although I’ve had other pistols before it, I’ve found that there aren’t very many guns I’m more accurate with than my trusty old black and brown .45. To be honest, I’ve never put much stock into the Glock vs 1911 debate. They’re both reliable, … [Read more...]
Women and Guns: Why Should Women Shoot?
The cause of self-defense is a generally accepted reason for women to learn to shoot. That goal has and continues to introduce many women into the firearms industry. However, as a female firearms enthusiast, I have some additional motivators that get me to the range. In the … [Read more...]
Shooting Tips: Improving Grip
Having good grip is essential to shooting accurately. A while ago (about a year and a half ago from the time of this post), I recorded a video shooting a Ruger Mark III Target .22 LR pistol. Up to that point, I had often found it more challenging to shoot well with .22 caliber … [Read more...]
Smith and Wesson Governor: Range Review
Recently, I had the pleasure of taking the Smith and Wesson Governor to the range. My first impression of this big S&W wheelgun is that it is a ton of fun. The Governor is a multiple caliber handgun. It fires .45 ACP (with moon clips), .45 Colt, and .410 gauge shot shells, … [Read more...]
How to Buy A Used Gun: Finding Hidden Value
Value is the main subject I want to address today for those looking to buy a gun, but aren’t aware that a good deal already exists. On the used market, you can find good pistols that have seen little to no use by their previous owners. Some of these guns such as HK, SIG, and some … [Read more...]
$500 challenge: Which is a better real-life carry piece for those on a budget, Glock or 1911?
I’ve always loved the 1911. The classic style, combined with its solid metal frame and hefty .45 caliber rounds made it the gun I aspired to own as a young Marine carrying a Beretta M9 as my sidearm. Then, while visiting my brother in Georgia, I got the chance to fire a 1911 and … [Read more...]