Due to their lack of protruding hammer, many striker fired pistol designs have flooded the concealed carry market. Manufacturers such as Glock, Smith & Wesson, Springfield Armory all have popular models of striker fired pistols. But, how does striker fire actually work? To … [Read more...]
Recently I started a two-part review of Liberty ammunition's Civil Defense round. Part 1 can be read here. A +P defensive load zipping out around 2150 FPS, this diminutive 50gr bullet looks impressive. I had some doubts during my first range day as my chronograph was … [Read more...]
How do you pick a carry gun? A double action model is the choice of many CCW shooters. Former Marine infantryman, Don Adams, has some informed opinions about selecting carry guns. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i3gdi6RomII See more of Don Adams' videos here on the Do it … [Read more...]
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...]
The SIRT Pistol Optical Trainer (SPOT) is a very simple and cost effective way to train for your reflexive optic you may have on your live fire pistol. The SPOT fits on your your SIRT slide (110 glockish models) and uses the red trigger take up laser to mimic the dot in a pistol … [Read more...]
I guess all of the depleted uranium and lead we've been firing overseas in recent conflicts has got our government concerned. According to Washington, the The Army is switching from lead bullets in many small-caliber arms to “environmentally friendly” rounds. The new green … [Read more...]
