Magpul has made a name for themselves in rifle accessories. The quality of their ACS-L (Adaptable Carbine Stock – Light) buttstock is up to par with what I’ve come to expect from Magpul. This polymer AR stock is a slimmed version of Magpul’s ACS (Adaptabale Carbine/Storage) stock that retains the latched storage compartment, but removes […]
.380 ACP, a “Manstopper?”
There exists a continuing debate about the effectiveness of the .380 ACP cartridge in self defense scenarios. Because I possess, and exercise, my concealed carry permit, I’ve also put a great deal of thought into the caliber of pistol I Â choose for CCW. My limitations to what I can effectively carry vary depending on my […]
Shooting outside? Hydrate for performance
Summer is here. If you work or train outdoors you can be exposed to high levels of heat, making proper hydration critical to performance and health.   Heat injuries can kill you.  The good news: it is pretty easy to stay safe and healthy with a little fore thought. Dehydration causes stupidity and injury, have a […]
Caldwell Shooting Supplies Releases Pic Rail XLA Bipod® family of Fixed Bipods
The new Caldwell® Pic Rail XLA Fixed Bipods provide a stable shooting platform that conveniently attaches to almost any pic rail forend. The integrated 1.5 inch long pic rail clampfastens directly to a firearm’s pic or quad rail. The bipods are collapsible so they can remain affixed to a firearm foreasy transport. The XLA Bipods […]
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 […]
Is Physical Fitness a Part of Your Loadout? Fitness & Nutrition
Guns, ammo, knives, first aid, all of these may have representations in your loadout. Having the right gear, and the knowledge of knowing how and when to use it when the need arises comprise a large part of protecting yourself. But, one of the most integral and basic means of self-preservation is your body itself.
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 […]
Methods of Concealed Carry
Earlier this week, I introduced open carry and some of its associated benefits and drawbacks. However, the concealed carry alternative has its own list of pluses and minuses. This article will briefly introduce some of these for your self defense considerations. Advantages One of the main upsides of concealed carry is the fact that it […]
Active CCW Options – Pistol Wear Holster
As a runner, the Pistol Wear holster caught my eye while I was at SHOT Show 2013. Concealing can already be somewhat of a challenge as a young adult female (our fashions aren’t exactly known for being practical – case in point: skinny jeans). Clothing that is comfortable to work out in has only added […]
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 than […]