In today’s market, there is a myriad of mag pouches to choose from. They range from low-profile to very secure. Its a rarity to have a piece of kit that can do both without compromising the other. In my opinion, the Blue Force Gear Triple Mag Pouch is the way forward. They provide a solid grip on the magazine […]
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The Glock 17: A pistol for fighting
As always, I am a huge proponent of carrying and using whatever you have at your disposal. However depending on how you’re trained or how your brain works, because we are all different, certain firearms can be more conducive to your shooting skills than others. That being said I have my own personal standards for […]
Watch: Practicing reloads using the MK18 CQBR
I’m an advocate of training in your gear and training more than just shot placement and distance. Gear adds a unique challenge to shooting. Shooting a tight Failure-to-Stop drill slick at 25m in under 2 seconds can be simple. However, add a helmet and plates and you’ll find that getting a solid cheek weld and […]
Watch: FastMag Gen IV update from Hudson Tactical
“The FastMag™ GEN.III accommodates most 5.56mm/.223 ammunition magazines. It reduces reloading cycle time for the operator and can be mounted in the up or down direction (operator’s preference). The system eliminates the need for traditional top closures, while providing a secure point of access. The enhanced urethane tension strap is adjustable to meet the users […]
Watch: Haley Educates on the AK Reload
I’ve seen some very odd AK reloads in my time. Both from nationals abroad and from Americans on the local firing range. For many the AK reload has become a complicated manual of arms. In the following video veteran Force Reconnaissance Marine Travis Haley schools and educates on the AK reload. For those not familiar […]
Tyler On Training: EDC Magazines
This week, Tyler walks through his EDC choice and setup for magazines. In both the Glock 43 and 19, he carries the standard magazine with either Vickers Tactical base plates on the 19, or pinky extension on the 43, and a backup magazine with extended capacity. His choice of setup on the magazine is directly related to concealed carry […]
Magpul’s Epic GL Enhanced Mag Well Promo Fights ‘Slowing Reload Disorder’
Courtesy of Tactical Life “Promo of the year” thus far goes to Magpul for its recently released GL Enhanced Mag Well video, which apparently helps fight “Slowing Reload Disorder.” Watch the video below to see what we’re talking about. The Magpul GL Enhanced Mag Well itself is a Glock frame magazine well, specifically designed to enhance and […]
Watch: Haley drops knowledge regarding the CZ Scorpion Evo 3
Veteran Force Reconnaissance Marine Travis Haley is a paradigm shifter in the gun world. When he speaks, we listen. In the following video Travis Haley drops some serious knowledge into our brains danger close regarding reloads and the CZ Scorpion Evo 3. Topic is mundane yet deep, Travis keeps it real. Please Travis our brains […]
Pistol RELOADS: Methods, Considerations, and Magazine Tips
Congratulations “Fumble Fingers” you just dropped your magazine on the ground and bet your life on the way you reloaded your gun in an encounter with a bad guy or gal. Or, now the mag you let hit the dirt is all gritty and dirty and not functional. Or, you thought you had 10 rounds […]