The debate between AK-47s and AR-15s is perhaps a bit more civil than the digital spats between the likes of Glock fanboys and 1911 historians in your Facebook newsfeed, but there are certainly some similarities. Arguments about stopping power, reliability, and accuracy get touted about by both sides in such generalized and exaggerated ways that […]
accuracy
V-TAB from Fast Acquisition: Accuracy Through Design
The V-TAB or Vertical Tactical Adjustable Buttstock from Fast Acquisition is a design concept to help the rifle shooter obtain a proper cheek weld when shooting. I’m surprised somebody hasn’t thought to build this product already! When working with newer rifle shooters on the AR-15 style platform that have some experience on hunting style rifles, […]
Browning Accuracy with the New X-Bolt Hell’s Canyon Speed Long Range McMillan
Big game hunters in search of an accurate, long-range rifle need look no further than Browning and the new X-Bolt Hell’s Canyon Speed Long Range McMillan. This awesome new rifle is designed for precision shooting at extended ranges. The foundation is the award-winning X-Bolt, a rifle renowned for its accuracy. The X-Bolt barreled action is […]
Body Armor and Head Shots
Unfortunately, we’ve seen more loss of life due to mass attacks and school shootings than we care to talk about. The details are often blurry, but from what I’ve read and sifted through it appears that several of the shooters were wearing body armor of some type. When a bad guy starts shooting and they […]
Opinion | Trigger Jerk is Not a Myth, You’re just compensating
First off, let me say I’m not here to compare resumes or try and distract from John “Shrek” McPhee in any way. If you take my years in the military and contracting and multiply them by three, that’s John’s years. This is an article about nuance and fundamentals. Shrek recently put out a video of […]
The Truth About Gun Tests: The Accuracy of Modern Firearms
Gun tests are everywhere. It seems that for every make and model there is a report of amazing results, especially if it’s in a pay-for-play magazine or on a pay-for-play YouTube channel. Countering those claims are often dozens of e-experts who claim the most terrible experiences ever not recorded. The truth is they could very likely all […]
Improve Your Shooting: Sight Picture Theory
Managing sight picture is one firearms fundamental that contributes to shooting accurately. Grip, stance, trigger pull, and even the way you breathe all play important parts in repeatable, accurate shooting. However, the point of this post is to focus on sight picture and a few of the prevailing theories on how to use it effectively to […]
Trijicon HD Sights: Review
For years I have had a problem at the range. When I tried to focus on the front sight post it would quickly go blurry and so would the target. Not seeing the sights and the target tend to have a negative effect on accuracy. I spoke with my optometrist (who thankfully is also an […]
The Truth About Gun Tests: The Accuracy of Modern Firearms
Gun tests are everywhere. It seems that for every make and model there is a report of amazing results, especially if it’s in a pay-for-play magazine or on a pay-for-play YouTube channel. Countering those claims are often dozens of e-experts who claim the most terrible experiences ever not recorded. The truth is they could very likely all […]
How to shoot if you’re cross eye dominant
Lucas of T.Rex Arms fame has produced an outstanding video on different methods of shooting if you are cross eye dominant. Lucas details several different methods and how each has worked for him. There is little doubt that Lucas has overcome the issue and is an extremely proficient shooter. Go check out his video to […]